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If you're writing an enemies to lovers romance, getting your characters from “I can't stand you” to “I love you” takes more than chemistry. Here's how to write enemies to lovers in a way that makes that turn feel convincing.The enemies to lovers trope is popular for a reason. The tension, banter, forced proximity, and slow shift from conflict to attraction can make for an incredibly satisfying romance. But it's harder to pull off than it looks, because readers have to believe two things at once: that these two characters genuinely are enemies, and that these same two characters could genuinely fall in love. That's why in this episode, I'm walking you through 10 tips for building an enemies to lovers romance that feels believable, while still keeping all the tension and friction that makes this trope so much fun. You'll hear me talk about things like:[03:49] What determines how much page space your romance gets, where its big turning points belong, and how tightly it ties to your plot. [08:07] Why forced proximity needs to do more than keep your characters together if you want the shift in their relationship to feel believable.[10:25] How falling in love with the other person can force your characters to confront beliefs and fears they might otherwise never question.[15:02] What creates that delicious tension when the reader can see the romantic possibility long before the characters are ready to admit it.[19:38] The test that can prove whether your enemies to lovers relationship has actually evolved—or if your characters are about to fall back into their old patterns.Whether enemies to lovers is your main romance or a romantic subplot in another genre, this episode will help you build the progression from conflict to love that makes readers believe these two unlikely characters belong together.
Things in Iran re: our war look like they're about to change. Treasury Secretary Bessent announced that the details of the historical economic measure the U.S. will take will be revealed on Monday. We're told they will be unbelievable and will certainly work to end this war.Former Congressman Eric Swalwell has found himself in deep places. The FBI has taken the cases of multiple women who claim Swalwell assaulted them sexually. They confiscated his electronics from his home in California and his home in Washington.The Governor revealed voter fraud in the previous election in New Jersey. However, her explanation of how it happened, which she said was "accidental," was NOT and was fraudulent. BUSTED!You'll hear the amazing story of a woman who died, went to Heaven, then was revived a half-hour later that is very amazing and BELIEVABLE!
Jen Psaki considers Senator Jon Ossoff's charge that Donald Trump doesn't actually want to be president and would rather spend time with his sycophantic aides flying around on his fancy Qatari airplane, and posits that Trump's interest in only the most superficial aspects of the presidency makes his administration more akin to movie production than government. Senator Jon Ossoff talks with Jen Psaki about Donald Trump's ongoing efforts to use his position at the top of the U.S. government to enrich himself and his family, and how the outrage over that open corruption is feeding Democratic enthusiasm for the coming midterm elections. Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes joins to talk about defending Arizona elections from Donald Trump's interference. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Bears used that entire interregnum to imply Indiana is the only place for a future stadium, and yet have made no hint of intent to dispose of 326 Arlington Heights acres they bought for $197 in 2023.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.
Four clinicians treated Lindsay Clancy in the months before her children died, and each of them has now testified about what they saw. None of them described psychosis. Her defense says she was hearing a voice instructing her to kill her three children and then herself.Clancy's not guilty pleas cover three counts of first-degree murder in the Duxbury deaths of Cora, Dawson, and Callan on January 24, 2023. The defense has never argued she wasn't responsible for their deaths. Prosecutors contend she planned it and carried it out knowingly.Tony Brueski brings in psychotherapist Shavaun Scott, who has practiced for more than thirty years across trauma, anxiety, depression, and the psychology of violence, for part one of a three-part conversation.The starting point is how uncommon this is. Prevalence figures cluster around one to two cases per thousand deliveries. Researchers describe episodes where disorientation and total clarity trade places inside the same day, which is why a patient can look fine in a twenty-five-minute appointment.Shavaun addresses the timing. This illness normally shows up within days or weeks of a birth. Callan had turned eight months.She separates psychosis from psychopathy, explains where an intrusive thought stops and a command voice starts, and takes on why Clancy told her providers one thing and her husband another. She closes on the fact prosecutors lean on hardest: that Clancy scheduled her own appointments, advocated for herself, and presented with clear, linear thinking right up to the day before.Her memoir, Nightbird, draws on the same clinical background. Two more parts follow this one.Clancy survived a suicide attempt the same day and is paraplegic. She attends her trial in a wheelchair. Shavaun addresses what it means that her final appointment with a psychiatrist happened on January 23, the day before, and that the notes from it recorded a flat, anxious, numb mood with no motivation.END LINKSJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodDISCLAIMERThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.HASHTAGS#LindsayClancy #ShavaunScott #HiddenKillers #PostpartumPsychosis #ClancyTrial #TrueCrime #MentalHealth #PlymouthSuperiorCourt #InsanityDefense #Duxbury
Ash and Lucky share how nearly two decades of building mobile and spatial software led them to Kinemeric's Intelligence Core: the AI layer that powers lifelike avatars for training, sales enablement, and customer engagement. They dig into why so many enterprises got AR/VR wrong the first time around (chasing demos instead of outcomes), what's different now that hardware and AI have finally matured, and how their upcoming no-code authoring tool, Spatial Studio, will let non-technical teams build immersive training and marketing experiences without an engineering team in the middle. Whether you're evaluating XR for employee onboarding, exploring AI-driven customer experience, or just curious where spatial computing and AI are headed next, this conversation offers a grounded, outcomes-first look at the Kinemeric Platform and enterprise immersive technology. In this episode, you'll learn: Why "buying outcomes" beats "buying headsets" in enterprise XR strategy What makes an AI avatar a "Believable Human" and why that matters for learning retention How Kinemeric's Intelligence Core combines conversational AI with XR hardware to power realistic training simulations Real-world use cases: XR onboarding, virtual retail training, immersive marketing activations, and AI customer service avatars What's next for Kinemeric's Spatial Studio, a no-code authoring tool for immersive storytelling (releasing 2026) Where multimodal AI (voice, biometrics, body language) is taking XR over the next decade Guests: Ash Gobindram (Co-Founder, Vision & Technical Strategy) and Lucky Gobindram (Co-Founder, Sales & Commercial Strategy), Kinemeric Connect: kinemeric.com | X — @kinemeric | LinkedIn — Kinemeric | Instagram — @wearekinemeric | YouTube — @Kinemeric Host: Ashley Coffey, Coffey & Code Podcast EPISODE CREDITS:Produced and edited by Ashley Coffey. Cover art designed by Ashley Coffey.Headshot by Brandlink MediaIntroduction music composed and produced by Ashley Coffey LINKSFollow Coffey & Code on Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin, and YouTube for the latest emerging tech updates! Subscribe to the Coffey & Code Podcast wherever you get your podcasts to be notified when new episodes go live. © 2026 Coffey & Code Podcast. All rights reserved. The content of this podcast, including but not limited to text, graphics, audio, and images, is the property of Ashley Coffey and may not be reproduced, redistributed, or used in any manner without the express written consent of the owner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In this episode of Kliq This, Kevin Nash and Sean Oliver pull back the curtain on some of professional wrestling's most pivotal moments and the chaotic reality of Hollywood press circuits. Fans get an unfiltered look into the ripple effects of Arn Anderson's career altering injury and how it fundamentally shifted the landscape of WCW during the Monday Night Wars. Kevin also reflects on his time promoting the Magic Mike franchise, sharing exactly what happens when the cameras stop rolling and the exhaustion of obligatory celebrity media appearances sets in. The conversation naturally drifts from the squared circle to the boxing ring as the duo reminisces about the golden era of heavyweight fighters like Larry Holmes and George Foreman. Basketball enthusiasts will appreciate a passionate breakdown of the Detroit Pistons' legacy, the New York Knicks' recent playoff battles, and Kevin's surprisingly intense dedication to basketball video game dynasty modes. Things take a lighter, nostalgic turn as the hosts debate their personal Mount Rushmore of childhood movie theater candies, leaving viewers to decide which sugary treats reign supreme. Never one to shy away from controversial topics, Kevin offers his unapologetically blunt perspective on the current political climate, international conflicts, and the upcoming presidential race. The episode rounds out with a hilariously bizarre edition of Florida Man versus Jersey Guy, pitting two completely unbelievable headlines against each other to see which state claims the wildest criminals. Finally, the guys tackle viewer questions from the 11 Soft Club, addressing everything from the nWo's financial impact on the locker room to whether AJ Styles truly belongs in the greatest of all time conversation. BlueChew-When you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third FREE with promo code NASH. You will also receive an additional 10% OFF + Free overnight shipping on your first order. Visit BlueChew.com for more details and important safety information 00:00 Kliq This #207 00:56 "Marshmellow Crotches" 03:06 Pink Shirts? 04:19 Old School Boxers 10:58 Old School NBA 12:04 NBA Finals 14:55 the Excitement around the Knicks 15:50 Detroit Championships 22:22 The Reggie Bar 24:18 MT Nashmore Childhood Candy 30:14 Mom knows you're going to puke 34:20 Playing video games with T 39:22 BACK TO CANDY 40:05 BREAK BLUECHEW 41:50 MJF is Believable 43:24 "Nash and Hall made Wrestling healthier" 53:19 Paul Walter Hauser 57:58 UFC Fights on White House Lawn 59:36 Young people partying hard and turning it around 01:00:45 Iran deal 01:12:06 FL vs NJ 01:19:20 ASKNASH 01:19:45 Sonando 01:21:00 Soderberg 01:22:30 Paradise 01:24:52 NBA Season Mode 01:26:01 Heat with Konnan? 01:28:33 Chris Sarandon? 01:29:47 AJ Styles as a GOAT? 01:30:49 Knicks players 01:32:40 OUTRO
The Evidence of Vote Fraud is The Absence Believable Math. OMG. President Trump CUTS OFF and WALKS OUT of a Kristen Welker interview He looks her in the eyes and tells her SHE'S A LIAR, then storms off! "The elections are like a 3rd world country. YOU'RE CROOKED...let's call it QUITS. I've HAD ENOUGH." U.S. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt: “I'm happy to provide you all of the evidence.”Gov. Gavin Newscum is under criminal review for signing up illegal aliens to vote through his criminal conspiracy—AB 37, universal mail-in ballots. Los Angeles Election Fraud Caught on Hidden Camera. LA election petitioners were caught on tape giving homeless individuals other voters' information, instructing them to forge voter names and signatures, and offering cash and drugs as incentives to register to vote.HOLY SMOKES. Governor candidate Steve Hilton just revealed the stunning reality of California fraud: They ALLOW mail-in ballots to BACKDATE by HAND so they can be counted late, and not invalid. "It's NOT just the postmark. YOU CAN HAND-WRITE THE DATE!" "Just to be really clear: you can BACKDATE YOUR BALLOT."Fired 60 Minutes actor, Scott Pelley lives in his own Truman ShowScott Pelley says Bari Weiss asked 60 Minutes staffers: “Why do you think the country thinks you're biased?"Pelley: "Why do you think so? Do you have a poll? Is there market research? What are you talking about?" "Because we certainly didn't believe that."Incredible.“And there's a subtle political bias that I have never seen at ‘60 Minutes” before or at CBS News before.” Scott Pelley spews nonsense with confidence. He has so thoroughly imbibed progressive dogmas that he may actually believe he is politically neutral..Pete Hegseth Vs Mormons and LDS Beliefs Compared to the BibleDOD Officially Drops 180 Faiths From Military's Recognized Religion List; Defense Secretary Hegseth previously announced the change due to an "impractical" system."There is a Mother in heaven who is with [God]. They're married & they have this perfect marriage, and we know that because... men can become Gods and women can become Goddesses."From Saints Unscripted, one of the biggest Mormon channels on YouTube.Notes on the key differences between the LDS Church and Biblical Christianity
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According to a recently published forensic review highlighted by Euronews, investigators now argue Cobain may have been murdered in a homicide staged to resemble suicide. The findings reportedly cite evidence suggesting someone forcibly gave Cobain a massive heroin overdose to incapacitate him before shooting him in the face with a shotgun. The report also points to what researchers describe as an “eerily clean” crime scene, inconsistencies in blood evidence, questions surrounding the positioning of the weapon, and organ damage allegedly more consistent with oxygen deprivation from overdose than immediate death from a gunshot wound. Believable? That is for audiences to decide. But history is filled with examples where murders were allegedly disguised as suicides to close cases quickly and eliminate scrutiny. Names like Danny Casolaro and Vince Foster still provoke fierce debate decades later. If these new findings are even remotely credible, then the next unavoidable question becomes motive — not only motive for murder, but motive for a cover-up. That is where the conversation becomes explosive. It is no secret that intelligence agencies closely monitor celebrity culture because celebrities shape public opinion, trends, political attitudes, and generational identity. Entertainment is soft power. Narrative management matters. And when influential cultural figures drift outside approved boundaries, history suggests strange things can happen around them. Richard Syrett is uniquely positioned to explore this volatile intersection of forensics, celebrity influence, intelligence operations, media manipulation, and the enduring mystery surrounding Cobain's death. Was this merely another conspiracy theory destined for internet rabbit holes? Or is this one of the biggest cultural cover-ups of the modern era hiding in plain sight?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.
According to a recently published forensic review highlighted by Euronews, investigators now argue Cobain may have been murdered in a homicide staged to resemble suicide. The findings reportedly cite evidence suggesting someone forcibly gave Cobain a massive heroin overdose to incapacitate him before shooting him in the face with a shotgun. The report also points to what researchers describe as an “eerily clean” crime scene, inconsistencies in blood evidence, questions surrounding the positioning of the weapon, and organ damage allegedly more consistent with oxygen deprivation from overdose than immediate death from a gunshot wound. Believable? That is for audiences to decide. But history is filled with examples where murders were allegedly disguised as suicides to close cases quickly and eliminate scrutiny. Names like Danny Casolaro and Vince Foster still provoke fierce debate decades later. If these new findings are even remotely credible, then the next unavoidable question becomes motive — not only motive for murder, but motive for a cover-up. That is where the conversation becomes explosive. It is no secret that intelligence agencies closely monitor celebrity culture because celebrities shape public opinion, trends, political attitudes, and generational identity. Entertainment is soft power. Narrative management matters. And when influential cultural figures drift outside approved boundaries, history suggests strange things can happen around them. Richard Syrett is uniquely positioned to explore this volatile intersection of forensics, celebrity influence, intelligence operations, media manipulation, and the enduring mystery surrounding Cobain's death. Was this merely another conspiracy theory destined for internet rabbit holes? Or is this one of the biggest cultural cover-ups of the modern era hiding in plain sight?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.
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Bill and Allison are devoted to their dogs, so when they discover their 11-year-old beagle mix Archer missing one evening, they are distraught. They spend hours searching the neighborhood and start putting out alerts online, including their contact information and photos of Archer. Then a late-night call comes in from someone claiming to be from a veterinarian's office. Archer has been hit by a car and needs emergency surgery to prevent him from becoming permanently paralyzed. The surgery will cost $2,746 and needs to be paid before the doctor can start. The scammers even send a convincing photo of Archer on the operating table, but Bill and Allison quickly suspect the photo might be AI-generated.
(SPOILER) Your Daily Roundup covers the Summer House reunion, are Amanda and West remotely believable, where's the accountability, and a few other thoughts on the cast, Taylor Swift's generosity strikes again, & a crazy study posted on TikTok. Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI)Ads:Zenni – Online eyewear shop. Now is the time for that long overdue purchase of eyeglasses or sunglasses. Go to https://zenni.com/podcast Promo Code: Podcast15 for 15% off your first order.Shopify – Sign up for your one-dollar-a-month trial today at https://shopify.com/realitysteveOllie - Go to https://ollie.com/realitysteve Promo Code: REALITYSTEVE for 70% off your first box plus a Happiness Guarantee. Not satisfied? Get your money back.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions! Including thoughts whether Jerry Maguire is a believable movie; Boone's biggest 49ers take; The dumbest thing your NFL front office ever did and more! 01:00 - Boone is back! 04:00 - DFQ: Is Jerry Maguire a believable movie? 15:00 - DFQ: What is Boone's biggest current San Francisco 49ers take? 18:00 - DFQ: How conspiratorial are you? 25:00 - DFQ: What's it like when a grown ass man asks you for an autograph? 28:00 - Inside Boone's pie problem 31:00 - DFQ: Could Sirles handle Boone as an agent? 42:00 - DFQ: What's the dumbest thing your NFL front office ever did? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's episode, we share five tips & tricks for writing believeable ways characters can overlook the obvious. This coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Dragonskull: Talons of the Sorcerer, Book #6 in the Dragonskull series, (as excellently narrated by Brad Wills) at my Payhip store: TALONS2026 The coupon code is valid through June 8, 2026. So if you need a new audiobook this summer, we've got you covered! TRANSCRIPT 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello, everyone. Welcome to Episode 304 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is May 22nd, 2026, and it's our first new episode in two and a half weeks, so that is exciting. Today we'll be talking about how writers can believably write characters who miss the obvious or fail to notice important facts without exasperating the reader. We also have Coupon of the Week and a progress update on my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. So let's start off with Coupon of the Week. This week's coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Dragonskull: Talons of the Sorcerer, Book #6 in the Dragonskull series (as excellently narrated by Brad Wills) at my Payhip store. That is TALONS2026. As always, the links to my Payhip and the coupon code will be available in these show notes for this episode. This coupon code will be valid through June 8th, 2026. So if you need a new audiobook for your summer travels, we have got you covered. Now let's have an update on my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. Since I recorded the last episode on May 6th, I'm pleased to report that Dragon-Mage, the sixth book in the Half-Elven Thief series, is done. You can get it at Amazon and Kindle Unlimited since Half Eleven Thief is my Kindle Unlimited series (until it is finished). It's doing quite well and thank you all for that. Now that Dragon-Mage is finished, my main project is now Blade of Thieves. And as of this recording, I am 29,000 words into it. I think the rough draft will be 100,000 words or so, give or take. I hope to have this out in June, though it might slip to July (depending on events). My secondary project is Cloak of Frost, which will be the 15th book in the Cloak Mage series. I am 2,000 words into that and I am hoping to have that out towards the end of July, though of course that by slip to August (depending on events). So that is what I am working on right now. In audiobook news, since I recorded the last episode, we had two audiobooks mostly come out. Cloak of Illusion (as excellently narrated by Hollis McCarthy) is available at Audible, Apple, Google Play, and all the other audiobook stores. Blade of Wraiths (as excellently narrated by Brad Wills) is also finished. I believe as of this recording, you can get it at my Payhip store, Google Play, and Kobo (though Audible and the other audiobook stores should be following along before too much longer). As for Dragon-Mage, Leanne Woodward will be recording that in July (if all goes well). So that's where I'm at with my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. 00:02:38 Main Topic: Perception Failure Mode for Writers Now let's go to our main topic, how to write characters who miss the obvious in a way that's believable and doesn't exasperate the reader. When writing a story, it's sometimes useful to have a character miss the obvious. Of course, if done badly, this can sometimes inspire exasperation in the audience, like the cliche of the woman going alone into the basement with a flickering candle to reset the circuit breaker while a serial killer is on the loose and you get bonus cliche points if she's wearing a bikini. The trick is to have the character miss the obvious in a believable way that matches the circumstances. The obvious might be obvious, but it is often obvious only in hindsight. For example, here is a story about the time I failed to notice the obvious. In the morning, I typically get up, use the restroom, and then get dressed to go to the gym. I normally sleep with earplugs and don't usually remove them until I get dressed. While using the restroom, I will bring my phone or my tablet, depending on which is closer at hand and play chess puzzles to help my brain wake up. Now this detail is important. My tablet is an iPad, but my phone is an Android. Gradually, I began to notice that whenever I started the day, I could hear a woman talking very loudly outside the window. At first, I thought nothing of it. The house is fairly close to the sidewalk, so I often hear people talking as they walk past. However, as the days passed, I noticed I frequently heard exactly the same woman whenever I went into the bathroom. That started again on my nerves, so I glanced out the window to see who it was, but I never saw anyone nearby. For that matter, it didn't happen every day. Then a very strange fact occurred to me. This only happened on days when I had my phone, not my iPad, and this led me to discover the truth. The chess app had been updated to have the virtual chess coach talk to you as you played chess. My iPad and my phone were on mute, but on Android, apps can sometimes override the system mute setting to make noise. So my phone was talking to me as I did chess puzzles, and because I still had my earplugs in and hadn't enjoyed my morning coffee yet and my brain wasn't working, I failed to realize that my phone was the source of the voice. I had failed to notice the obvious. So once I had turned off the voice on the chess app, this got me to thinking. My specific example is so implausible and convoluted that it would be impossible to use in a novel since it would seem contrived, but how can you have characters in a novel fail to notice the obvious in a way that doesn't annoy the reader? I think there are five ways you can do it. #1: The character fails to notice something because of reasonable circumstances. Human perception is quite fallible and more so when we are stressed. It's common knowledge that if five people witness a crime, there will be five contradictory accounts of what happened based on what the individual in question happened to notice. For example, if you see a car accident in front of you, that will dominate your attention and cause you to miss background details, like the color of a nearby parked car or a nearby house. A character can also miss important details when he or she has no good reason to notice these details. There's a reason that in real life many spies try to be unremarkable as possible. The brain sort of slides over the unremarkable and makes it into part of the background. This can also work in mundane settings. For example, if a character is an electrician, he won't know what accounting software his clients use because he has no reason to know or care, especially if he gets paid on time. Stress is also a good way to have a character fail to notice something important. Job loss, an illness, a bad day, lack of sleep, and other things might mean the character is not operating at his or her best and may fail to notice important details. #2: Missing information causes you to miss the obvious. Insufficient information can cause a character to come to the wrong conclusion. Here's another example from my own life. Earlier this year, I drove a 2,000 mile road trip in a few days and towards the end, my right foot and leg started to hurt. The explanation for that I thought was obviously that I'd driven 2,000 miles in four days and put too much unaccustomed strain on my right foot. Once I got home, I would take a few days to rest and it should be good. Except when I got home, the pain got worse. I developed a fever and an uncomfortable swelling on the side of my right foot. I didn't have tendonitis or muscle strain. I had actually developed cellulitis for some reason. If you haven't heard of cellulitis, it's a potentially serious infection of these subdermal skin layer. A trip to the doctor and some antibiotics later, it was better. But this is an excellent example of coming to a reasonable, nonetheless wrong conclusion based on the available facts. Considering the amount of driving and walking I had been doing, it was perfectly reasonable to assume that I had strained something in my leg, but that wasn't what was happening at all. All the facts I knew were correct, but I was missing the key fact, the infection, and so had come to the wrong conclusion. This is a technique you can use in fiction quite easily and it's common in detective and mystery novels. It's common for the protagonist to construct a theory about the crime only for it to be proven wrong by a single piece of additional information. #3: All the information, wrong conclusion. Sometimes you can have all the correct information, but you draw the wrong conclusion from it. Here's another example from my life. As you may know, I have a lot of audiobooks available on Spotify, so if you're a Spotify listener and want to use your audiobook hours, I have some for you. So this naturally means I get a tax form from Spotify every year. During the run up to the 2026 tax season, I got an email from Spotify saying that my tax information was wrong and needed to be updated, which was baffling because my tax information had not changed. So I logged into the dashboard, but nothing seemed amiss and I saw no notifications about it there. Then I realized the truth, the email was fake. It had been sent to a different email address than the one I actually used for Spotify. The email was a very clever and very well written phishing attempt. The habit of never clicking on any link in an email (instead going directly to the dashboard in question) had served me well here. I had all the facts before me, but I arrived at the wrong conclusion because it was tax season and so it was reasonable to expect to get an email like that. Now this can be used in fiction in multiple ways. Probably the most famous example is how Elizabeth Bennett and Mr. Darcy come to the wrong conclusion about each other's motives in Pride and Prejudice. They both have all the facts but draw wrong assumptions from them. #4: Deliberately deceived. A character can also come to the wrong conclusion or fail to notice the obvious or if he or she is deliberately deceived. The phishing attempt I mentioned earlier was an example of this. Having a character be believably deceived and indeed deceiving the reader as well is a very useful technique in fiction. Agatha Christie was very good at this in her mystery novels. For example, in The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, The ABC Murders, and Murder on the Orient Express, the characters and the readers are operating under assumptions for most of the book that turn out to be the result of deceptions on the part of some of the characters. Granted, using this method can be kind of a rug pull for the reader. However, there's nothing wrong with a rug pull if it's done well. As I mentioned earlier, it's a common saying that the obvious is only obvious in hindsight. If you have the characters believing the deception for reasonable reasons only to have them realize the truth later, if you do it well and make the book all the more satisfying if there were subtle clues and foreshadowing about the truth earlier in the story. That kind of rug pull is a bit like garlic in cooking. You don't want to overdo it, but it's highly effective when used in the proper amount. #5: Something more important is happening. Sometimes you don't notice something that would otherwise be obvious because something more urgent is demanding all of your attention and focus. I think this is one of the biggest reasons people miss the obvious and it's very relatable. In my earlier bout with cellulitis, I didn't realize the obvious truth that I was getting cellulitis because I was focused on something more important at the time, namely not accidentally driving my car into an overpass embankment for the next thousand miles or so. People have varying attention spans, but every individual person has only so many things they can think about or worry about at any given time. You can use this to cause your characters to miss things they might otherwise have noticed. For example, imagine a village in a fantasy book. There's an evil wizard living incognito in the village and he's summoning tribes of goblins to destroy the village. The protagonist is busy trying to fight off the goblins, so he overlooks the subtle hints that one of his neighbors is an evil wizard because all his attention is on fighting and he's tired enough that he's missing things he might otherwise catch. In this example, the problems are linked. The goblins are attacking the village because the evil wizard is summoning them. Having linked problems like that can help drive the plot forward and provide narrative tension as the character gradually realizes the truth or stumbles across clues pointing to the truth. So those are five tips and tricks you can use to have your characters believably overlook the obvious, but there's one bonus reason that has developed in the last 15 years or so and that bonus reason is number six: stop looking at your phone in public. In recent years, I've become amazed at how many people allow themselves to be utterly mesmerized by their phones in public. I suppose I'm old enough that it's a generational thing. I didn't have my first smartphone until I was well into my 30s, but it still surprises me every time I see it. That said, for all that you hear about crime and disorder on the news in the United States, you can tell that the US still is by and large and for the most part a pretty safe country because people are so comfortable focusing on their phones in public and ignoring their surroundings. Safety experts will tell you that the number one thing you can do to keep yourself safe in a public place is to maintain situational awareness and yet an astonishingly large number of people simply don't do that in favor of looking at their phones. So if you are writing a book set in the modern era, a quick and easy way to make sure a character doesn't notice something is to have him or her looking at [his or] her phone. Granted, you can overuse this, but this makes for a very believable technique for making sure that a character misses a detail or an event. Conclusion It's annoying when a character is all-knowing, but it's equally annoying when a character fails to notice the obvious because it's convenient for the writer. Hopefully these five tips and one bonus tip will help to create plausible reasons for characters to overlook things and miss things they would [have] otherwise noticed. Used well, this can help you create a compelling story for your book. So that is it for this week. Thank you for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found the show useful. A reminder that you can listen to all the back episodes on https://thepulpwritershow.com, often with transcript [transcripts are available for episodes beyond Episode 228]. If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave your review on our podcasting platform of choice. Stay safe and stay healthy and we'll see you all next week.
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Acting AG Todd Blanche raised eyebrows last week when he said there is "tons of evidence" the 2020 election was rigged and stolen. Would you like some proof? Buckle up for the 2020 Mail-In Ballot Fraud Study... which uncovers a staggering degree of DEMOCRAT VOTER FRAUD. Plus, more than one billion visitors to the government's UFO website proves the world wants to know the truth about aliens. A popular comedian tells Joe Rogan why she abandoned her radical liberalism and walked away from the democrat party.
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When an antagonist feels like just another plot device, readers sense it - and disengage. In this episode, I'm sharing three must-have traits that change everything, and why getting this right might be the most important craft decision you make about your story.Episode Web PageNot sure how to structure your story? Start Here. This free 3-Act Worksheet gives you a clear framework so you know exactly what your beginning, middle, and end need to do — so you can stop guessing and start writing. Grab it free here.
With apologies for last week's delay, we are back on track with today's readthrough of the last Changeling-focused Dark Era in the first collection, A Grimm Dark Era. The Dark Eras' not-quite-second-edition-ness stands out most of all in this offering, and it's... noteworthy. Set in early 19th-century Germany with the publication of the Grimms' faerie tales as a backdrop, we get some curious Courts, some tantalizing tokens, and a new Seeming(!) to throw into a game. Is it the kind of material with which we can live happily ever after? Opinions shall be shared, but remember that "ever after" rarely lasts as long as you think it will... If you'd like to secure a copy of your own, stop by https://www.storytellersvault.com/en/product/217370?affiliate_id=3063731. And if you'd like to secure our attention (well, maybe; we've got lives, you know), do reach out through any of the usual channels: Discord: https://discord.me/ctp Email: podcast@changelingthepodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082973960699 Mastodon: https://dice.camp/@ChangelingPod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/changelingthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChangelingThePodcast your hosts Pooka G (any pronoun/they) got a five-album deal for the Town Musicians of Bremen, but yeesh, they party hard. Amelia Fetch (she/her) wants stories about the other wards of that sorceress who raised Rapunzel, named after less interesting leafy greens. Believable fairy-stories must be intensely practical. You must have a map, no matter how rough. Otherwise you wander all over the place. —J.R.R. Tolkien
Accounts of Howard Lutnick's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein have been marked by shifting explanations that raise questions about consistency and transparency. At various points, Lutnick has downplayed the extent of his interactions, framing them as limited or purely professional, yet other reporting and contextual details suggest a closer or more sustained association than initially acknowledged. This gap between characterization and emerging context has fueled skepticism, particularly given Epstein's well-documented pattern of cultivating relationships with powerful figures in finance and business.What stands out is not necessarily a single definitive contradiction, but a pattern where the boundaries of the relationship appear to move depending on the scrutiny applied. Statements that minimize contact are difficult to reconcile with Epstein's broader network-building approach, where even seemingly casual connections often carried deeper implications. That inconsistency has led critics to question whether the full scope of the relationship has ever been clearly presented, reinforcing a broader concern seen across the Epstein story: that key figures tend to narrow their accounts only as more information comes to light.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
Accounts of Howard Lutnick's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein have been marked by shifting explanations that raise questions about consistency and transparency. At various points, Lutnick has downplayed the extent of his interactions, framing them as limited or purely professional, yet other reporting and contextual details suggest a closer or more sustained association than initially acknowledged. This gap between characterization and emerging context has fueled skepticism, particularly given Epstein's well-documented pattern of cultivating relationships with powerful figures in finance and business.What stands out is not necessarily a single definitive contradiction, but a pattern where the boundaries of the relationship appear to move depending on the scrutiny applied. Statements that minimize contact are difficult to reconcile with Epstein's broader network-building approach, where even seemingly casual connections often carried deeper implications. That inconsistency has led critics to question whether the full scope of the relationship has ever been clearly presented, reinforcing a broader concern seen across the Epstein story: that key figures tend to narrow their accounts only as more information comes to light.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
Accounts of Howard Lutnick's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein have been marked by shifting explanations that raise questions about consistency and transparency. At various points, Lutnick has downplayed the extent of his interactions, framing them as limited or purely professional, yet other reporting and contextual details suggest a closer or more sustained association than initially acknowledged. This gap between characterization and emerging context has fueled skepticism, particularly given Epstein's well-documented pattern of cultivating relationships with powerful figures in finance and business.What stands out is not necessarily a single definitive contradiction, but a pattern where the boundaries of the relationship appear to move depending on the scrutiny applied. Statements that minimize contact are difficult to reconcile with Epstein's broader network-building approach, where even seemingly casual connections often carried deeper implications. That inconsistency has led critics to question whether the full scope of the relationship has ever been clearly presented, reinforcing a broader concern seen across the Epstein story: that key figures tend to narrow their accounts only as more information comes to light.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
Accounts of Howard Lutnick's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein have been marked by shifting explanations that raise questions about consistency and transparency. At various points, Lutnick has downplayed the extent of his interactions, framing them as limited or purely professional, yet other reporting and contextual details suggest a closer or more sustained association than initially acknowledged. This gap between characterization and emerging context has fueled skepticism, particularly given Epstein's well-documented pattern of cultivating relationships with powerful figures in finance and business.What stands out is not necessarily a single definitive contradiction, but a pattern where the boundaries of the relationship appear to move depending on the scrutiny applied. Statements that minimize contact are difficult to reconcile with Epstein's broader network-building approach, where even seemingly casual connections often carried deeper implications. That inconsistency has led critics to question whether the full scope of the relationship has ever been clearly presented, reinforcing a broader concern seen across the Epstein story: that key figures tend to narrow their accounts only as more information comes to light.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
Thought for Today: Believable
Today, Emily & Rachel talk about writing believable romance.What you'll learn from this episode:What makes characters romantically compatibleHow tropes play into compatibilityHow conflict feeds a believable romancePitfalls to avoid while writing couplesReady to make readers so in love with your characters they can't stop biting their nails in anticipation? Grab The Magic of Character Arcs free email course: https://www.goldenmayediting.com/arcsmagicJoin Tenacious Writing! With the perfect combo of craft, mindset, and community resources, you will build a writing life that feels sustainable, fulfilling, and fun—without any prescriptions or rules. Learn more: https://www.tenaciouswriting.com/If you enjoyed Story Magic, please rate, review and follow on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to this podcast!Follow us on social media!Rachel: https://www.instagram.com/bookcoachrachel/Emily: https://www.instagram.com/ebgoldenbooks/
Accounts of Howard Lutnick's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein have been marked by shifting explanations that raise questions about consistency and transparency. At various points, Lutnick has downplayed the extent of his interactions, framing them as limited or purely professional, yet other reporting and contextual details suggest a closer or more sustained association than initially acknowledged. This gap between characterization and emerging context has fueled skepticism, particularly given Epstein's well-documented pattern of cultivating relationships with powerful figures in finance and business.What stands out is not necessarily a single definitive contradiction, but a pattern where the boundaries of the relationship appear to move depending on the scrutiny applied. Statements that minimize contact are difficult to reconcile with Epstein's broader network-building approach, where even seemingly casual connections often carried deeper implications. That inconsistency has led critics to question whether the full scope of the relationship has ever been clearly presented, reinforcing a broader concern seen across the Epstein story: that key figures tend to narrow their accounts only as more information comes to light.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In 1 John 4:1–3, we're reminded that not every message we hear comes from God. We are called to test the spirits—measuring every teaching against the truth of Jesus Christ. The true Spirit leads us to confess Jesus as fully God and fully man, while false voices distort or deny Him. This passage challenges us to stay rooted in truth, discerning what is from God and what is not in a world full of competing voices.
Welcome to "Tell The Damn Story." In today's episode, Alex and Chris explore the art of crafting believable, relatable characters and explain the power of nuance in storytelling. Drawing from the film and book "Project Hail Mary," they break down how small details and subtle moments can forge real empathy and connection between an audience and even the most unlikely protagonists, including aliens without faces!Whether you're writing science fiction, superhero tales, or gritty dramas, this episode arms you with practical exercises and real-world examples. You'll know how to make your characters leap off the page. Join us as we uncover how nuanced details, thoughtful structure, and revision turn good stories into great ones. Have any questions, comments, or suggestions?Then, please leave them in the Comments Section.Write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.comAnd follow us on ...@Tell The Damn Story TTDSOnAir@gmail.comwww.TellTheDamnStory.comwww.Facebook.com/Tell The Damn Story YouTube.com/ Tell The Damn StoryStories change lives. They always have. At *Tell The Damn Story*, we believe in lifting voices and passing stories on. Your support keeps them alive for future generations. Help us by supporting TTDS → Buy Me A Coffee!
there are a lot of conspiracy theories out there- today we're talking through the ones that we think just might be believable!SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL!LINKS AND CODES:Shop 360cookware today and use our code HONESTYCLUB25 to get 25% off!Get 10% off of Flurrie wellness with our code HONESTY10Sweatshirts, hats, tees, and coffee mugs from The Honesty Club here!To submit a topic for us to cover in the future, click here.To share a story for an upcoming episode, click here.Follow The Honesty ClubInstagramTikTokFollow Kelly and Sarah Joy!Kelly's IGSarah's IG Sarah's TikTokSarah's BlogSarah's YouTubeCopyright ©The Honesty Club Podcast 2026 | All rights reserved
Jaime Hunt sits down with Dr. Allison Steinke to unpack what it really takes to build a believable brand in higher education. Drawing from research with CMOs and Gen Z audiences, Steinke introduces a practical framework for brand believability rooted in authenticity, consistency, and emotional connection. The episode challenges traditional enrollment marketing approaches and reframes branding as a co-created, institution-wide effort. If you're navigating trust, differentiation, or AI in higher ed marketing, this conversation is a must-listen. Guest Name: Allison Steinke, Teaching Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota's Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication and author of Brand Thinking: Building Brands You Can Believe In Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajsteinkephd/ Guest Bio: An award-winning scholar with industry experience as a blogger, magazine editor, and social media consultant, Dr. Allison Steinke bridges the gap between high-level brand theory and real-world execution. As a Teaching Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota's Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication, she equips and empowers thousands of future leaders through courses on brand management and digital storytelling. A prolific creator, she published an internationally acclaimed dissertation on solutions journalism, has authored 100+ blog posts and journalistic articles, and recently published a definitive book, Brand Thinking: Building Brands You Can Believe In. From managing global research projects to facilitating a 2009 Justin Bieber meet-and-greet, her career is defined by influential narratives. Brand Thinking: Building Brands You Can Believe In: https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/brand-thinking-9798765160831/ - - - -Connect With Our Host:Jaime Hunthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimehunt/https://twitter.com/JaimeHuntIMCAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In honor of this weekend's Spear Summit, this episode of Very Dental Classics features a conversation with the legendary Dr. Jason Smithson on a Friday morning at the 2022 Spear Summit in Arizona. Amidst coffee and Waffle House nostalgia, they dive deep into the philosophy of "anti-smile design"—the art of making teeth look believable and individual rather than generic. Jason discusses his approach to high-end composite resin, the importance of shade mapping, and why he believes the "decathlon dentist" model is evolving toward more collaborative, interest-based group practices. From the challenges of post-pandemic dental education to the "Instagramification" of dentistry, this conversation is a candid look at finding excellence and balance in a modern dental career. Some links from the show: Spear Education: speareducation.com Dr. Jason Smithson on Instagram: @drjasonsmithson eLab Prime (Shade Taking): elabprime.com Join the Very Dental Facebook Group using one of these passwords: Timmerman, Paul, Bioclear, Hornbrook, Gary, McWethy, Papa Randy, or Lipscomb! The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! I'm a big fan of the Bioclear Method! I think you should give it a try and I've got a great offer to help you get on board! Use the exclusive Very Dental Podcast code VERYDENTAL8TON for 15% OFF your total Bioclear purchase, including Core Anterior and Posterior Four day courses, Black Triangle Certification, and all Bioclear products. Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code "VERYSHIP" you'll get free shipping on your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
What is the best way to share your faith in Christ? What can we tell others about the person of Jesus that can open eyes to who he really is? Ed and Wayne bring these questions to our ministry friend, Michael Card. Listen in as they discuss the details in the Gospels that make Jesus “beautiful and believable.” Throughout the conversation we'll hear FEBC listener comments that illustrate how the story of Jesus presents a powerful witness that reaches across cultural barriers in a fragmented world. Have your Bible in hand as we turn to John 13 and explore the way Jesus teaches us by his example of Servant Leadership…Until All Have Heard.
Today's question is one that Pastor has heard most often from young people. The questioning of the Gospels seems to center around miracles, especially the resurrection. Atheistic Materialism Worldview ⁃ No God - universe is by chance ⁃ Matter only - Life came from non-life ⁃ No Miracles - Life is meaningless Bible's Worldview ⁃ There is a Creator ⁃ He created life ⁃ Life has a purpose These two worldviews are in conflict with each other but careful analysis of the Bible shows the Biblical worldview to be trustworthy. No matter your worldview - there is evidence of the Biblical worldview. THE FOUR GOSPELS: ⁃ The Gospels are Jewish in both their content, background and details ⁃ Matthew - Genealogy + 55 quotations ⁃ Mark begins with Old Testament quote ⁃ John: "In the beginning…" just like Genesis starts ⁃ Luke: Priesthood + "deathbed prayer" Luke 23:46 + Psalm 31:5 (Jesus spoke this prayer "into your hands…") ⁃ Geographical knowledge - written by people familiar with the territory ⁃ 26 different towns; Sea of Galilee, etc. ⁃ Up to/Down from Jerusalem ⁃ John: 2 pools - Bethesda + Siloam (archeological proof has been found) ⁃ 2 Gardens - Gethsemane + Golgotha ⁃ Details ⁃ Common Jewish names in Israel ⁃ Clarification: e.g. frequently used names: Simon…Mary… thus the need for the clarity given in the Gospel around common names ⁃ Dill and cumin dispute (Mt 23:23) things known at only a specific time in history ⁃ Tax Collectors in Capernaum/Jericho ⁃ Greek, Hebrew, Aramaic languages ⁃ Identity - not the most likely candidates to have written the Gospels ⁃ Interesting names of Gospel authors ⁃ Matthew = former tax collector ⁃ Mark = not one of the original 12 ⁃ Luke = physician, Gentile(?) ⁃ John = Jesus' closest friend ⁃ Dating - when were they written? Everything that we have suggests that these books were written early and are accurate ⁃ The Gospels reflect the "early days" of the Jesus movement. Jesus is Jewish, the 12 disciples were Jewish, the early believers were Jewish - The Gospels speak from a Jewish view ⁃ Passover within Jerusalem's walls ⁃ Best documented texts from antiquity ⁃ Paul quotes Luke's Gospel (1 Tim 5:18 from Lk 10:7 and 1 Cor 11:24-25 from Lk 22:19-20) ⁃ But this verse is a stumbling block for acceptance to the gospels because it is "productive prophecy": Jesus said, "Jerusalem will be destroyed…" And that brings us back around to the word: MIRACLES. If your worldview is that of atheistic materialism, a miracle / predictive prophecy would seem impossible. But if you believe there is a God and that He is the Creator then He does these things. If Jesus is…. who He claimed to be… who the Gospels declare Him to be…. who the Old Testament said He would be… Then that Good News in the Gospels changes everything the Gospels deserve to be observed they call us to believe it is not irrational it is not foolish the Gospels make perfect sense it is rational it is reasonable and Jesus alone offers life forever and He invites you and me to receive what He freely gives. May we each respond to His Word of truth as we see it proclaimed by those early eye witnesses. Pick up a Bible and read it today! Now What? Learn about God at https://www.awakeusnow.com EVERYTHING we offer is FREE. Check out this video series from our website: https://www.awakeusnow.com/whats-the-answer Join us Sundays https://www.awakeusnow.com/sunday-service
Kim Jong Un was re-elected as North Korea's leader, Trump's counterterrorism chief quit over the Iran war, Rep. Markwayne Mullin might not be the best pick to run DHS, and cousins can still marry each other in Florida. Friend of the show Edward Norton stops by with no project to promote, just a poem in his back pocket. Hear this extended cut of Stephen's interview with Edward Norton including a performance of a section from Walt Whitman's “Crossing Brooklyn Ferry.” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bill Gates has consistently framed his association with Jeffrey Epstein as a “huge mistake,” claiming he naively believed the convicted sex offender could help advance global health philanthropy—an aspiration that never materialized. In interviews with The Wall Street Journal, Gates described his behavior as “foolish,” emphasized that he had no personal or business relationship with Epstein, and cut off contact by 2014. He lamented granting Epstein credibility by being seen with him, calling it one of the worst judgment calls of his life.Yet critics remain unconvinced. The repeated denial of substance—despite documented visits to Epstein's Manhattan townhouse, including one with his wife—smacks of damage control, not candor. The aftermath of the revelation played a key role in his divorce, and even public figures like Elon Musk have ridiculed Gates's moral credibility, saying he wouldn't trust him to babysit his own children. Gates's repeated invocation of “mistake” now feels like a defensive script designed to deflect deeper scrutiny rather than a genuine reckoningto contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:New photo shows Bill Gates posing with Epstein accuser years after his 2008 conviction: report (nypost.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
What makes dialogue believable? It's not what you think. In this episode, I'm breaking down three techniques that bring conversations to life on the page. You'll learn what creates the illusion of authentic speech and how to layer these techniques into your own scenes.Episode Web PageJoin a community of writers who are actively writing, revising, and finishing their stories. Live monthly masterclasses on the art and craft of storytelling, group coaching, writing exercises and more. Learn more and hop on the waitlist here: nancipanuccio.com/writerWant to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.
Click Here to Text us. Yes really, you totally can.It's the super-sized 200 episode SPECTACULAR! In this GROUNDBREAKING podcast epic, we make jokes about WEINERS. And also talk about this stuff:Guess WhatPETA is doing some weird s**t againPut giant legos on your feet, stupid!The response to creepy AI porn made by incels10 times people from the 50's got the future wrong by being WAY TOO HOPEFUL.Even WeirderA never-before-talked-about mushroom that makes you see little freaks!The world economy braces for IMMINENT DISCLOSUREMore creepy AI s**tCelebrities are being replaced with clones!Some actually BELIEVABLE celebrity reincarnationsIT'S THE TRAILER FROM HE-MAN!Beyond The PaleWe journal into the dark jungle of OUR OWN DISCORD to discover new and never before heard of cryptids!Whatcha Wanna Talk About?We take a walk down memory lane, only to realize we have no memories, and where we're going...we don't need...ROADS. Er, LANES.Check Out Our Website!Join our Discord!Check out our Merch Store HERE!Follow us @theneatcast on TikTok!Follow us @neatcastpod on BlueskyFollow us @neatcastpod on Twitter!Follow us @neatcastpod on Instagram!Follow us @theneatcast on Facebook!
Criminal defense attorney Alison Triessl has been closely following the Brendan Banfield BDSM trial for the past two weeks. Triessl relies on her 3 decades of trial experience to talk about the prosecution’s case and what the defense needs to do to overcome the damning testimony of the au pair. If the jury believes her testimony, Triessl believes it will be an impossible road for the defense, but they have a potential ace up their sleeve, and it involves a Fairfax County police detective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Criminal defense attorney Alison Triessl has been closely following the Brendan Banfield BDSM trial for the past two weeks. Triessl relies on her 3 decades of trial experience to talk about the prosecution’s case and what the defense needs to do to overcome the damning testimony of the au pair. If the jury believes her testimony, Triessl believes it will be an impossible road for the defense, but they have a potential ace up their sleeve, and it involves a Fairfax County police detective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Criminal defense attorney Alison Triessl has been closely following the Brendan Banfield BDSM trial for the past two weeks. Triessl relies on her 3 decades of trial experience to talk about the prosecution’s case and what the defense needs to do to overcome the damning testimony of the au pair. If the jury believes her testimony, Triessl believes it will be an impossible road for the defense, but they have a potential ace up their sleeve, and it involves a Fairfax County police detective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Criminal defense attorney Alison Triessl has been closely following the Brendan Banfield BDSM trial for the past two weeks. Triessl relies on her 3 decades of trial experience to talk about the prosecution’s case and what the defense needs to do to overcome the damning testimony of the au pair. If the jury believes her testimony, Triessl believes it will be an impossible road for the defense, but they have a potential ace up their sleeve, and it involves a Fairfax County police detective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on The Trek Files: warp coils, dilithium chambers, and a whole lot of gamma rays. Returning guest Rick Sternbach joins Larry Nemecek once again for a lively exploration of Star Trek: The Next Generation's scientific backbone. Using early technical memos and a classic 1987 warp engine sketch, Rick walks us through how the team brought real-world physics into the heart of the Enterprise-D's design and when they just had to make it up. From working with Los Alamos physicists to devising the ejection system for the warp core, Rick shares stories of how he and Mike Okuda grounded the show's tech in reality while still serving the drama. Ever wonder why deuterium goes on top, antimatter on the bottom, or how a photon torpedo really works? This one's for the technobabble lovers and science fans alike. Documents and additional references: "TNG Warp Engine Concept Sketch" by Rick Sternbach, February 18, 1987 Excerpt from the internal Star Trek: TNG Technical Primer, May 1, 1989 The Trek Files Season 14 on Memory Alpha All episodes and documents: The Trek Files on Memory Alpha Visit the Trekland site for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive merchandise. The conversation continues on Discord with live chats and the Roddenberry Podcasts community! Join today!
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