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Hey HBs! We're here with part 2 of BRIDE by Ali Hazelwood! Get ready for some SCHMEXY MARKING! Bonus Content: popping a knart... Lady Loves: Sabrina: Consume media unspoiled, especially if it's a live event!!!! The Sleep Token concert was almost a religious experience because they didn't know about the show's beginning until beforehand! Mel: REPLACE YOUR MATTRESS. OMG WHEN DID YOU GET YOUR CURRENT MATTRESS, HBS?! THIS COULD CHANGE YOUR WHOLE LIFE. THANK YOU for your ratings and reviews! They mean the world! And don't overthink your 5 star bribes. When HB Lauren (now an author, go check her out!) recc'd us Split, she said she didn't even remember a lot of the components and it ended up being one of the nicest things people have done for us. That book was A RIDE. This Friday on Patreon and our Apple Podcast subscription, Mel and Sabrina are going crazy with some Buzzfeed quizzes! It's a blast. Curious about the ridiculous faces we make? Subscribe and watch us on YOUTUBE! Want to tell us a story, ask about advertising, or anything else? Email: heavingbosomspodcast (at) gmail Follow our socials: Instagram @heavingbosoms | Tiktok @heaving_bosoms | Bluesky: @heavingbosoms.com | Threads: @heavingbosoms Facebook group: the Heaving Bosoms Geriatric Friendship Cult Credits: Theme Music: Brittany Pfantz Art: Author Kate Prior The above contains affiliate links, which means that when purchasing through them, the podcast gets a small percentage without costing you a penny more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tyler Chou spent nearly two decades as an entertainment attorney in Hollywood, with senior roles at Disney, Skydance, BuzzFeed, before starting her own YouTube channel, which brought her into this world of creators. And today, she helps clients like Sam & Colby, Andy Morris, and Jenny Hoyos stay on the right side of the law. Unfortunately, that's getting harder (and scarier) all the time. But that doesn't mean you can't protect yourself. And Tyler is going to show us how you can start doing so – today. Full transcript and show notes Tyler's Website / Instagram / LinkedIn / TikTok / YouTube *** TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Meet the Lawyer Saving YouTube Channels (04:35) Music Publishers and Copyright Strikes (09:54) Getting Strikes Removed (13:08) YouTube Strikes and Litigation Process (15:37) How we use 1of10 (20:28) Resolving Copyright Strikes Creatively (21:46) How Creators Misunderstand Fair Use (27:11) Essential Steps for Creator Protection (30:18) Protecting Partnerships from Future Risks (33:15) Protecting YouTube Channel Ownership (37:37) Photo Licensing and Fair Use (41:05) The Upside of Litigation (42:01) Why This Shouldn't Scare You *** RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → #263: Colin & Samir on the future of their channel and the creator economy *** ASK CREATOR SCIENCE → Submit your question here *** WHEN YOU'RE READY
Where are our Parrot Heads at?! This week we read Where's Joe Merchant by Mr. Margaritaville himself, Jimmy Buffett. Did the plot make sense? No. Did we like the book? Also no. But did Johnna find out that Jimmy Buffett is her most listened to artist on Spotify mid-episode? The answer may surprise you.Mean Book Club is four ladies (UCB, BuzzFeed, College Humor, Impractical Jokers) who read, discuss and whine about NYT bestselling books that have questionable literary merit. It's fun. It's cathartic. It's perfect for your commute. New podcast (almost) every Tuesday! Here's the Season 20 reading list:The Corrections by Jonathan FranzenPrep by Curtis SittenfeldWe Were Liars by E. LockhartThe Plot Against America by Philip RothWho Moved My Cheese by Spencer JonsonBeautiful Ugly byAlice FeeneyyWhere is Joe Merchant by Jimmy BuffetSkipping Christmas by John GrishhamSend any future book suggestions to meanbookclub@gmail.com! Follow us on the socials @meanbookclub!Rate, like, subscribe, and check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/meanbookclub to become a true patron of the mean arts.CREDITS: Hosted by Sarah Burton, Clara Morris, Johnna Scrabis, & Sabrina B. Jordan. This episode was produced and edited by Sarah Burton and Blake Opper. Special thanks to FSM Team for our theme song, "Parkour Introvert." You can get it here: https://www.free-stock-music.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mean-book-club--3199521/support.
Heyyyyy HBs! We're recapping BRIDE by Ali Hazelwood! And it's part 1 of 4 because we couldn't get enough of this chat. It's AH's paranormal debut and we loved it! Bonus content: we're maniacs because we haven't recorded in a while, we wish we were knotting virgins for this book, knarting, and so much more! This Friday on Patreon and our Apple Podcast subscription, Mel and Sabrina are going crazy with some Buzzfeed quizzes! It's a blast. Curious about the ridiculous faces we make? Subscribe and watch us on YOUTUBE! Want to tell us a story, ask about advertising, or anything else? Email: heavingbosomspodcast (at) gmail Follow our socials: Instagram @heavingbosoms | Tiktok @heaving_bosoms | Bluesky: @heavingbosoms.com | Threads: @heavingbosoms Facebook group: the Heaving Bosoms Geriatric Friendship Cult Credits: Theme Music: Brittany Pfantz Art: Author Kate Prior The above contains affiliate links, which means that when purchasing through them, the podcast gets a small percentage without costing you a penny more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us a textJUUUUST in time for Halloween season!! We're back with another New York Times best selling author yall. Have you heard of the Witchlings series? ASK YOUR 12 and unders!!! I know my daughter definitely does. Listen in as Clarabel Ortega and I chit chat it up about her latest installment to her amazing series! New York Times Bestselling and award-winning author, Claribel A. Ortega is a former reporter who writes middle-grade and young adult fantasy inspired by her Dominican heritage. When she's not busy turning her obsession with pop culture, magic, and video games into books, she's co-hosting her podcast Bad Author Book Club. Claribel is a Marvel contributor and has been featured on Buzzfeed, Bustle, Good Morning America and Deadline.Claribel's NYT Bestselling debut middle grade novel Ghost Squad is being made into a feature film. Witchlings (Scholastic) was an Instant NYT and #1 Indie Bestseller. Her graphic novel Frizzy with Rose Bousamra was winner of the 2023 Pura Belpré Award for Children's Text and an Indie Bestseller. Her latest book Witchlings Scepter of Memories, the fourth installment in the Witchlings Series, releases September 16th 2025.The highly anticipated fourth book in the bestselling Witchlings series!Evil dwells in Ravenskill.___________________________________________________Then Later we welcome, Kate Mulder is a human performance and intuitive intelligence specialist with over years of experience in intuitive performance, the neuroscience of human behavior, and the science of consciousness. She has trained in multiple performance methodologies and neuroscientific protocols, as well as advanced intuitive development. Guided largely by her intuition, Kate has helped build international investment ecosystems from the ground up—with no handbook, precedent, or prior experience—delivering measurable results in finance, global impact, and innovation. She has trained and consulted for leaders and organizations including BlackRock, JP Morgan, Draper University, Startup Weekend, Stanford, and the World Economic Forum. Her work blends advanced neuroscientific methods with intuitive intelligence to unlock peak performance in high-stakes environments. This stuff is fascinating you guys. Sit back and listen in on this one! You can find all of her material at www.mulderkate.com Thank you to our family of amazing sponsors! STATE FARM® INSURANCE AGENT Leigh Ann Arcuri https://ridewithla.com/ Ochsner Children's HospitalWww.ochsner.orgRouses MarkersWww.rousesmarkets.comSandpiper VacationsWww..sandpipervacations.comCafe Du Monde www.shop.cafedumonde.com The Law Firm of Forrest Cressy & James Www.forrestcressyjames.comComfort Cases Www.comfortcases.orgNew Orleans Ice Cream CompanyWww.neworleansicecream.comERA TOP REALTY: Pamela Breaux plbreaux@gmail.com Audubon Institute www.auduboninstitute.orgUrban South Brewery www.urbansouthbrewery.com
In this episode, Dr. Thomas Brewer, a nutritional blood microscopist, discuss the powerful insights your blood can reveal about your health and wellness. Dr. Brewer explains the difference between live and dry blood microscopy and how looking at your blood in real time can uncover everything from nutrient absorption issues to stress markers, immune system activity, and the presence of toxins or pathogens. He also shares practical guidance on how often to test, what to watch for, and how lifestyle choices—from diet to supplements—show up in your blood. Learn more at https://www.drthomasbrewer.com.Bio:Dr. Brewer obtained his PhD in inorganic chemistry from Michigan State University in 1992. He worked in both industry and the national laboratory system as a senior research scientist for over a decade before starting his own consulting business.Dr. Brewer's research expertise in the disciplines of heterogeneous catalysis, waste remediation, and metal oxides resulted in the granting of one U.S. Patent, sixteen invention disclosures, and numerous papers and journal articles. His main strength is the ability to explain both complex and fundamental scientific phenomena in a simple and straightforward manner.He lectures on the importance of enzymes, macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates, and fat sources), micronutrients (vitamins and mineral sources), the root cause of disease and illness, and how one can heal oneself from any health issue using fundamental principles.Laura is a Celebrity Psychic who has been featured by Buzzfeed, The Weakest Link, Beast Games, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, the CW, Motherboard by Vice Magazine and the #1” Ron Burgundy Podcast” with Will Ferrell. Laura Powers is a clairvoyant, psychic medium, writer, actress, producer, writer, and speaker who helps other receive guidance and communicate with loved ones. Laura travels nationally and internationally for clients, events, television appearances, and speaking engagements. She is also the author of 7 books on the psychic realm and 1 book on podcasting. Laura also works as a psychic, entertainer, and creative entrepreneur.For more information about Laura and her work, you can go to her website www.healingpowers.net or find her on X @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook at @realhealingpowers and @mllelaura, and on Instagram, TikTok and Insight Timer @laurapowers44.
Kenny and Macca are joined live on air by Cam Wilson is Crikey's associate editor. He previously worked as a reporter at the ABC, BuzzFeed, Business Insider and Gizmodo. He primarily covers internet culture... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 18th Oct, 2025: Cam Wilson, Asso. Editor, Crickey, How is the Government's Teen Social Ban is Faring With The Tech Giants? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.
Rachael's so excited to have Lorena on the show today! Lorena Hughes is the award-winning author of The Night We Became Strangers, The Queen of the Valley, The Spanish Daughter, and The Sisters of Alameda Street. Born and raised in Ecuador, she moved to the United States when she was eighteen to study fine arts and mass communication & journalism. Her novels have earned acclaim from outlets such as The Washington Post, Ms. Magazine, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, Woman's World, The Christian Science Monitor, BuzzFeed, PopSugar, and Bustle. The Spanish Daughter is an Amazon Editors' Pick, an Amazon Unforgettable Reads book club selection, and one of Reading Group Choices Most Popular Books of 2022. Her latest novel is The Night We Became Strangers. When she's not writing, she draws inspiration from her work as a family photographer.
In this episode, Laura Michelle Powers and Angela Dawn Bussone discuss the importance of laughter and frequency for healing and entertainment. Laura and Angela also share exciting details about The Frequency of Laughter, an upcoming live experience at Flappers Comedy Club in Burbank that blends stand-up comedy, music, psychic insight, sound frequencies, and channeling for a truly high-vibe evening. Together, they explore the inspiration behind this unique fusion of laughter and light, the power of energy and frequency, and what audiences can look forward to during this one-of-a-kind event.Angela Dawn Bussone lives in Los Angeles and is a playwright, comedian, medium, actor, violinist, past owner of Awaken Retreats, a licensed attorney, and author of Bony Pony Island.Follow Angie Dawn Bussone on Instagram: @leftatdawn and Substack @angeladawn.The Frequency of Laughter with Angie Bussone, hosted by The Lesley WolffAt Flappers Comedy Club, Main Room102 E. Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91502Thursday, October 16th, 2025 at 7:30pmLaura is a Celebrity Psychic who has been featured by Buzzfeed, The Weakest Link, Beast Games, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, the CW, Motherboard by Vice Magazine and the #1” Ron Burgundy Podcast” with Will Ferrell. Laura Powers is a clairvoyant, psychic medium, writer, actress, producer, writer, and speaker who helps other receive guidance and communicate with loved ones. Laura travels nationally and internationally for clients, events, television appearances, and speaking engagements. She is also the author of 7 books on the psychic realm and 1 book on podcasting. She also hosts and produces a popular podcast, Healing Powers Podcast, on health and spirituality and several other podcasts on film, television, writing, music, business and design. Laura also works as a psychic, entertainer, and creative entrepreneur.You can connect with Laura at www.laurapowers.net, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, on X @thatlaurapowers, and on Instagram, TikTok and Insight Timer @laurapowers44.
Send us a textThis ain't your grandma's podcast recap. After five long-ass years and 200 episodes of pure chaotic energy, The Funky Panther boys are still talkin' shit, takin' names, and accidentally jacking off crickets (don't ask). In this “farewell-but-not-really” dumpster fire of nostalgia, we look back at the beer-soaked beginnings, roast our old intros, and get weirdly emotional over CPAP machines and robot vacuums. Chad announces he's ditching the mic for married life and adulting — RIP to his balls. Also featuring: edible-fueled honeymoons, dick jokes during serious announcements, and more clickbait than a Buzzfeed intern on meth. If you've ever wanted to hear grown men cry into microphones while debating the proper term for robot slurs, this one's for you. Fake adCALL OR TEXT OUR HOTLINE AND LEAVE US A MESSAGE! 817-677-0408Fort Worth MagazineBest of 2022 - Radio Personality/Podcast (Reader's Pick) Show LinksThe Funky PantherMerchYouTube
Hey Boos, join us today as we discuss the history and ghosts of Kingston Penitentiary in Ontario, Canada! Before we get into that, we briefly talk about our thoughts on Megan 2.0 - then we get into the history, ghosts, and pop culture of Kingston Pen. For our Boo Crew Moment of the Week, Bobby hosts a Buzzfeed quiz that determines whether we will live or survive in a horror movie. We would love to interact with you, send us an email or DM us on Instagram or Facebook! Follow us on Instagram - boo.busters.podcastFollow us on Facebook - Boo Busters PodcastFollow us on TikTok - boo.bustersEmail us - boo.busters.podcast@gmail.com
Justin Trudeau is in a new relationship, and it's out of this world. He's over the moon about her. Utterly starstruck. It's Astronaut Katy Perry! Buzzfeed is back. Just kidding. It never went away. Nowadays, Buzzfeed is pushing microfeminism to own men. Let's check in on how that's going. Former President Barack Obama just won't go away. He went on Marc Maron's podcast to whine, push climate change and be soft on crime. Thanks, Obama!GUEST: Jason Calacanis | Josh FirestineLink to today's sources: https://www.louderwithcrowder.com/sources-october-14-2025Buy the OG Mug Club Mug on Crowder Shop now! https://crowdershop.com/products/og-mug-club-mugDownload Perplexity's new AI-web browser, Comet, by heading to http://pplx.ai/Crowder and let your browser work for you. Plus, right now when you download Comet - you get a month of Rumble Premium for free!Go to http://xlear.com/ use code LWC20 for a 20% discount.DOWNLOAD THE RUMBLE APP TODAY: https://rumble.com/our-appsJoin Rumble Premium to watch this show every day! http://louderwithcrowder.com/PremiumGet your favorite LWC gear: https://crowdershop.com/Bite-Sized Content: https://rumble.com/c/CrowderBitsSubscribe to my podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/louder-with-crowder/FOLLOW ME: Website: https://louderwithcrowder.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/scrowder Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/louderwithcrowder Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevencrowderofficialMusic by @Pogo
Personal goals, career goals, squad goals, any and all of it can be considered "The Cheese." But what happens when someone moves the cheese? What wildly oversimplified options do you have? Well Spencer Johnson lays it all out in this tiny little business fable about adapting to change and the very literal rat race.Mean Book Club is four ladies (UCB, BuzzFeed, College Humor, Impractical Jokers) who read, discuss and whine about NYT bestselling books that have questionable literary merit. It's fun. It's cathartic. It's perfect for your commute. New podcast (almost) every Tuesday! Here's the Season 20 reading list:The Corrections by Jonathan FranzenPrep by Curtis SittenfeldWe Were Liars by E. LockhartThe Plot Against America by Philip RothWho Moved My Cheese by Spencer JonsonBeautiful Ugly byAlice FeeneyyWhere is Joe Merchant by Jimmy BuffetSkipping Christmas by John GrishhamSend any future book suggestions to meanbookclub@gmail.com! Follow us on the socials @meanbookclub!Rate, like, subscribe, and check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/meanbookclub to become a true patron of the mean arts.CREDITS: Hosted by Sarah Burton, Clara Morris, Johnna Scrabis, & Sabrina B. Jordan. This episode was produced and edited by Sarah Burton and Blake Opper. Special thanks to FSM Team for our theme song, "Parkour Introvert." You can get it here: https://www.free-stock-music.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mean-book-club--3199521/support.
Today, Brian G. Murphy and I talk about how queerness can enrich everyone's faith. Brian G. Murphy is an organizer, author, and certified relationship coach helping LGBTQ+ and polyamorous people build thriving relationships on their own terms without shame or "shoulds."As co-founder of QueerTheology.com, the longest-running LGBTQ+ spirituality podcast and the first explicitly queer online community, Brian supports LGBTQ+ spiritual seekers in integrating sex, gender, and spirit to rebuild their faith and live into their values.He is a sought-after speaker at colleges, churches, and conferences across the country and his work has been featured in Vice, BuzzFeed, The Huffington Post, The Advocate, Upworthy, and NBC News.Brian is the author of Love Beyond Monogamy and co-author of Queers The Word. His next book, Reading The Bible Through Queer Eyes, co-authored with Shannon TL Kearns, will published by HarperOne in spring 2026 Get Love Beyond Monogamy wherever you buy books. Get the bonuses Brian mentioned at thisisbgm.com/book. You can follow Brian on socials @thisisbgm. Join the Found Family crew on Substack and get your free copy of The Found Family Cheat Sheet.Support the show
As the Supreme Court opens a new term this week, we take a step back to ask: What did the last term tell us about this Court? About its values, its power, and its vision for American democracy?Because make no mistake: Every decision, every ruling, every case the Court chooses to hear—or not to hear—signals something about who we are becoming as a nation.In this Ms. Studios special, we bring you our 2024-2025 Supreme Court Review: a conversation recorded at Georgetown Law this summer, moderated by myself and featuring some of the sharpest legal minds in the country: Erwin Chemerinsky, Sherrilyn Ifill, Jamelle Bouie, Moira Donegan, Chris Geidner, and Mark Joseph Stern.Together, we reflect on the major rulings, the missed opportunities, and the throughlines that defined the Court in 2024 and 2025—from the reshaping of executive power to the quiet dismantling of long-standing civil rights protections.This episode is a recording of a panel that took place at Georgetown Law School on July 2, 2025. Joining us to discuss these issues are our very important guests:Dean Erwin Chemerinsky, Dean and Jesse H. Choper Distinguished Professor of Law, UC Berkeley School of LawProfessor Sherrilyn A. Ifill, 14th Amendment Center for Law & Democracy Founding Director and Vernon Jordan Distinguished Professor in Civil Rights, Howard University School of LawJamelle Antoine Bouie, Opinion Columnist, The New York TimesMoira Donegan, Opinion Columnist, The Guardian USChris Geidner, Former Legal Editor, Buzzfeed, Publisher; Editor Law DorkMark Joseph Stern, Senior Writer, Slate MagazineCheck out this episode's landing page at MsMagazine.com for a full transcript, links to articles referenced in this episode, further reading and ways to take action.Support the show
This week, I sat down with Minou Clark, CEO of RealSelf, to talk about leadership, culture, and why creativity is the secret weapon in business. Minou's journey is anything but traditional. From theater major to running digital growth at BuzzFeed, PopSugar, People, Yahoo, and Paris Hilton's 11:11 Media, before stepping into the CEO role at RealSelf.We cover entrepreneurship, digital strategy, and what it really means to lead with empathy. Minou shares how her theater background shaped her leadership style and built her emotional intelligence, and why she treats interns, CFOs, and board members exactly the same, holding radical transparency as her rule. She talks about rebranding RealSelf to modernize the experience while keeping its loyal community at the center, and why companies that resist change get left behind. We also dig into the gap between corporate excitement about AI and consumer distrust, and Minou's long-term vision for RealSelf beyond aesthetics to include wellness, nutrition, and mental health.If you're building a brand, leading a team, or just want to understand how empathy and bold change fuel real growth, this episode is packed with insights you can use. Listen now for lessons on leadership, digital growth, and why being authentic is the best strategy.
Nicole and Sasheer finally take their first Buzzfeed quiz since the hiatus to figure out what fruit they are... but fair warning, it doesn't go as expected. Also discussed are the many interpretations of the hugging emoji, going to the beach in New York, and ways to stay connected to friends while being in different life phases. Episode Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/itztocaviolet/fruit-personality-quizWatch this full video on YouTube and follow below!Follow Nicole: Twitter, Instagram, TikTokFollow Sasheer: Instagram, TikTokLike the show? Rate Best Friends 5 stars on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Have a friendship question for Nicole and Sasheer to solve? Leave us a voicemail at (323) 238-6554 or write in at nicoleandsasheer@gmail.com.Best Friends is a production of Headgum Studios. Our producer is Allie Kahan. Our executive producer is Anya Kanevskaya. The show is edited, mixed, and engineered by Richelle Chen.This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertise on Best Friends via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Money isn't just about numbers. It's about worth, safety, and possibility. Yet most of us were never taught how to handle it, and many of us carry fear, shame, or scarcity when it comes to our finances.In this episode, Sarah talks with Priya Malani, Founder and CEO of Stash Wealth and host of The F Word podcast, about how to demystify money and reclaim financial confidence. Together they explore why money is a neutral tool, how to shift from fear to empowerment, and why aligning your finances with your values is one of the most radical forms of care.You'll hear:• Why money is so emotionally charged and how to navigate the fear and shame it brings up• How to break the cycle of scarcity, feast-or-famine, and “I'm just bad with money” beliefs• Simple, practical steps to create financial stability like automation and emergency funds• Why wealth isn't about greed but about amplifying your values and goals• How to stay grounded and intentional with money during uncertain timesMore on Priya Malani: Priya Malani is the founder and CEO of Stash Wealth, the financial planning firm for ambitious 30-somethings who want to get their financial sh*t together.Known for her no-BS, jargon-free take on money, Priya helps clients keep (or even upgrade) their lifestyle while still hitting bigger goals - whether that's buying a home, taking a sabbatical, starting a family, or buying a G-Wagon with zero guilt.Her expertise is regularly featured in The New York Times, BuzzFeed, Business Insider, Forbes, NerdWallet, and many more. She's also the host of The F. Word Podcast, recently named Best Investor Podcast at the 2025 Wealth Management Industry Awards.When she's not challenging outdated financial advice, you'll find her in New York City, likely testing out a new restaurant or planning her next international trip.Website: https://www.stashwealth.com/Podcast - 'The F. Word Podcast': https://www.stashwealth.com/podcastContact: hey@stashwealth.com Join Our Community:Join the Moon Studio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themoonstudioBuy the 2025 Many Moons Lunar Planner: https://moon-studio.co/collections/all-products-excluding-route/products/many-moons-2025Subscribe to our newsletter: https://moon-studio.co/pages/newsletterFind Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottesss/
An alternate history with family drama, cultural identity, and extremely detailed descriptions of stamps, this week we read "The Plot Against America" by Phillip Roth and what can we say? This book was way too good for our podcast. Special thanks to our patron Miles for foisting this literary classic on us. We enjoyed the break from our usual trash!Mean Book Club is four ladies (UCB, BuzzFeed, College Humor, Impractical Jokers) who read, discuss and whine about NYT bestselling books that have questionable literary merit. It's fun. It's cathartic. It's perfect for your commute. New podcast (almost) every Tuesday! Here's the Season 20 reading list:The Corrections by Jonathan FranzenPrep by Curtis SittenfeldWe Were Liars by E. LockhartThe Plot Against America by Philip RothWho Moved My Cheese by Spencer JonsonBeautiful Ugly byAlice FeeneyyWhere is Joe Merchant by Jimmy BuffetSkipping Christmas by John GrishhamSend any future book suggestions to meanbookclub@gmail.com! Follow us on the socials @meanbookclub!Rate, like, subscribe, and check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/meanbookclub to become a true patron of the mean arts.CREDITS: Hosted by Sarah Burton, Clara Morris, Johnna Scrabis, & Sabrina B. Jordan. This episode was produced and edited by Sarah Burton and Blake Opper. Special thanks to FSM Team for our theme song, "Parkour Introvert." You can get it here: https://www.free-stock-music.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mean-book-club--3199521/support.
Shandy found an interesting etymological connection as to why rabies keeps popping up on her radar this year. Amanda went to Atlantic City for the first time. Colleen went to BugFest. They also keep it light this week – no politics! – and read a Buzzfeed about 90s behaviors that are baffling to anyone born […]
Shandy found an interesting etymological connection as to why rabies keeps popping up on her radar this year. Amanda went to Atlantic City for the first time. Colleen went to BugFest. They also keep it light this week - no politics! - and read a Buzzfeed about 90s behaviors that are baffling to anyone born in the 90s.Feedback: TheBroadcasters3@gmail.com or 331-BROADS3 (331-276-2373)Links: Merchandise, Matt's Broadcast Book ClubSubscribe (MP3) l Become a Patron l Join Our Facebook GroupBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-broadcast-with-amanda-shandy-and-colleen--2940971/support.
Amy got inspired from a recent Buzzfeed article that asked people for the one sentence that changed their lives. The answers were so powerful, and yes, life changing that Amy and T.J. picked out their favorite ones, and hope they make you see the world differently, yourself differently and yes, possibly change your life too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amy got inspired from a recent Buzzfeed article that asked people for the one sentence that changed their lives. The answers were so powerful, and yes, life changing that Amy and T.J. picked out their favorite ones, and hope they make you see the world differently, yourself differently and yes, possibly change your life too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amy got inspired from a recent Buzzfeed article that asked people for the one sentence that changed their lives. The answers were so powerful, and yes, life changing that Amy and T.J. picked out their favorite ones, and hope they make you see the world differently, yourself differently and yes, possibly change your life too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amy got inspired from a recent Buzzfeed article that asked people for the one sentence that changed their lives. The answers were so powerful, and yes, life changing that Amy and T.J. picked out their favorite ones, and hope they make you see the world differently, yourself differently and yes, possibly change your life too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
aising kids and teens who struggle with emotional regulation can be tough. Parents must navigate the complexities of societal pressures, and it can lower self-esteem and cause self-doubt. Today we talk about some essential strategies to establish a warm, connected relationship with a challenging child. We try to help find the balance between talking less, and setting clear, aspirational expectations that are crucial for both parents and kids. Our guest is Dayna Abraham, author of the newly released book “Calm the Chaos,” and we'll try to help quell your fear of the emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies raising a challenging child. This is a reprise of a conversation from an earlier episode. Check out the courses in the Neurodiversity University and join us in bringing society closer to a neurodiversity-affirming world. Dayna Abraham, bestselling author and National Board Certified Educator, is the founder of Lemon Lime Adventures, which provides resources to parents of neurodivergent kids, and helps them find peace, and meet their kids where they are. Dayna is a mother of three neurodivergent children, as well as being an ADHD adult herself, and brings an out-of-the-box perspective to parents raising kids in a modern world. Her work has been showcased in HuffPost, Scary Mommy, BuzzFeed, ADDitude Magazine, Parents Magazine and Lifehacker. She lives in Little Rock, Arkansas with her husband Jason, her kids, and two huge Newfoundland puppies. BACKGROUND READING Book, podcast, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn The Neurodiversity Podcast is on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, and you're invited to join our Facebook Group.
Send us a textClaribel A. Ortega, New York Times bestselling author of Ghost Squad and the Witchlings series, and Pura Belpre and Eisner Award-winning author of the graphic novel Frizzy, is a former reporter who writes middle grade and young adult fantasy inspired by her Dominican heritage. When she's not busy turning her obsession with pop culture, magic, and video games into books, she's co-hosting her podcast Bad Author Book Club and coaching authors on how to navigate publishing. Claribel has been featured on BuzzFeed, NPR, Good Morning America, and Deadline. You can find her on social media at @Claribel_Ortega and on her website at claribelortega.com.
The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and Neuroscience
#1 New York Times bestselling author, Lev Grossman, spoke to me about his tenure at Time magazine, how The Magicians poked holes in Narnia and Potter, and reimagining a legend with THE BRIGHT SWORD: A Novel of King Arthur. Lev Grossman is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Magicians trilogy—The Magicians, The Magician King, and The Magician's Land—which has been published in 30 countries and adapted as a TV show that ran for five seasons on SYFY. His latest novel is THE BRIGHT SWORD: A Novel of King Arthur, named a Best Summer Read by The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Time, Vulture, Esquire, Boston Globe, Elle, Town & Country, Seattle Times, New York Post, Lit Hub, and many others. George R. R. Martin, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Game of Thrones said of the book, “If you love King Arthur as much as I do, you'll love Lev Grossman's The Bright Sword, a fresh and engrossing take on the Matter of Britain featuring a colorful cast of Round Table knights who don't often get as much story time as they deserve. The creator of The Magicians has woven another spell.” Lev has written two critically acclaimed novels for children, and the screenplay for the movie The Map of Tiny Perfect Things, a finalist for the Critic's Choice awards (based on his short story). He also worked as a staff writer at Time magazine, and has written essays and articles for Vanity Fair, the Believer, the Village Voice, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, Salon, Slate, Wired, Entertainment Weekly, Buzzfeed, NPR, and many others. [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Lev Grossman and I discussed: How he talked his way into writing for Time magazine The evolution of his career from journalist to novelist Breaking through with middle-grade fantasy and The Magicians How he “got into the weeds” with his latest Arthurian tome World-building for streaming vs. collaborating on the graphic novel And a lot more! Show Notes: levgrossman.com The Bright Sword: A Novel of King Arthur by Lev Grossman (Amazon) Lev Grossman Amazon Author Page Lev Grossman on Facebook Lev Grossman on Instagram Lev Grossman on Twitter Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You might recognize Cassandra Speer as VP of Her True Worth and co-author of the bestselling book Ready As You Are: Discovering a Life of Abundance When You Feel Inadequate, Uncertain, and Disqualified. In today's conversation, Cass and I are diving into some really meaningful topics: • How to discern God's voice and purpose for your life • How to know when it's pride vs. purpose • How to move through spiritual burnout or numbness and get your spark back • Why you're more ready than you think — just as you are It's an honest, encouraging conversation that will remind you that you don't have to have it all figured out to live on purpose. Connect with Cass: @cassandralspeer Get the book: https://amzn.to/4ncYx8x About Your Brand of Beautiful Host, Bailie White: Bailie White is a motivational speaker with nearly 10 years of entrepreneurial experience and a heart for serving, motivating, and encouraging women. After starting and scaling her first business — a luxury travel agency with a team of 15 women, a celebrity clientele, and multi-millions of dollars in annual sales — she sold the business after realizing what she once thought was her dream, didn't fully align with the woman she wanted to become. Today, Bailie is the host of the Your Brand of Beautiful Podcast (debuting on Apple's Top Charts) and a published author and speaker. Bailie facilitates workshops and delivers keynote speeches to college women, young professionals, and mamapreneurs. Bailie teaches these women how to Stop Being Busy, Quiet The Noise, and Start Being Them — she teaches them how to become Their Own Brand of Beautiful. Bailie has been featured in media outlets like Buzzfeed and Forbes, but is most proud of her title as ‘wife' and ‘mom' to her two small children. Bailie lives with her family on the outskirts of Savannah, Georgia. LET'S CONNECT! For speaking, event, or podcasting collabs, email: hey@bailiewhite.com Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heybailiewhite/ Visit Website: https://www.bailiewhite.com
From “What was that sound?” to “Was it good for you?” — nothing ruins a good romp in the sheets faster than opening your mouth. Here are the most cringe-inducing sex aftermath lines ever according to Buzzfeed... Plus a few honorary mentions from the Rizz Show crew.1. "So, uh... yeah."2. "I'm gonna go..."3. "Do you know how to get home?"4. "Oh, I just got a text."5. "Wow, I didn't realize you were into that..."6. "Was it good for you?"7. “OK, so what was your name again?”8. “Do you like pineapple on pizza?”9. “What was that sound?”10. "Sorry."Buzzfeed's 10 Most Awkward Things You Can Say After SexFollow The Rizzuto Show @rizzshow on all your favorite social media, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and more. Connect with The Rizzuto Show online at 1057thepoint.com/rizz See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week on The Bulletin, Alan Noble joins Russell and Clarissa for a discussion about the loneliness epidemic, prompted by reports about the motives of Charlie Kirk's alleged murderer Tyler Robinson. Then, Christina Ray Stanton joins us from New York City to describe her experience of the World Trade Center collapse on September 11 and the aftermath of the terrorist attacks 24 years later. REFERENCED IN THE SHOW: -Is Screentime with Grandparents Dangerous for My Children? With Jon Haidt on The Russell Moore Show -The Cameras Missed Me on 9/11 by Christina Ray Stanton GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN: -Join the conversation at our Substack. Find us on YouTube. -Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice. ABOUT THE GUESTS: Alan Noble is Associate Professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University and author of numerous books and articles. Alan's writing appears in Modern Reformation, Christianity Today, Vox, Buzzfeed, and The Atlantic. Christina Ray Stanton is a licensed New York City tour guide and has toured thousands of tourists through the original World Trade Center complex and now specializes in tours of the 9/11 memorial. She authored the books Out of the Shadow of 9/11: An Inspiring Tale of Escape and Transformation and Faith in the Face of Covid-19. Her writing appears in National Geographic, Smithsonian, The Saturday Evening Post, New York Daily News, Christianity Today, and others. ABOUT THE BULLETIN: The Bulletin is a twice-weekly politics and current events show from Christianity Today moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today's editor in chief) and Mike Cosper (director, CT Media). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more. The Bulletin listeners get 25% off CT. Go to https://orderct.com/THEBULLETIN to learn more. “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today Producer: Clarissa Moll Associate Producer: Alexa Burke Editing and Mix: TJ Hester Graphic Design: Rick Szuecs Music: Dan Phelps Executive Producers: Erik Petrik and Mike Cosper Senior Producer: Matt Stevens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Novelist, essayist, and publishing coach Leigh Stein returns to the show to discuss her new gothic-inspired novel, If You're Seeing This, It's Meant for You. Set in a Los Angeles “hype house,” the book follows a 39-year-old woman managing a mansion full of TikTok influencers—and confronting the realities of aging out of digital media. Leigh talks about the inspirations behind the novel, from a Frank Lloyd Wright house to parasocial relationships to the controversies around Joan Didion's private papers. We also explore bigger questions: the future of Substack, fandom as a cultural force, the blurred line between art and content, and how young writers can navigate the creator economy. Along the way we get into Coldplay-Gate, public shaming as a modern scarlet letter, and what it really means to make a living while making art. About the Guest: Leigh Stein is the author of six books, including the satirical novel Self Care and her latest gothic novel, If You're Seeing This, It's Meant for You. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The New Yorker online, Airmail, Allure, ELLE, BuzzFeed, The Cut, Salon, and Slate.
Arson, anmesia, and a private island? It's a wonder how this book could be so boring. This week we read "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart and we can't say it enough: JUST WATCH THE TV SHOW!Big thanks to our special guest David Joseph Craig who's new film "I Don't Understand You" is now streaming on Hulu. Check it out!Mean Book Club is four ladies (UCB, BuzzFeed, College Humor, Impractical Jokers) who read, discuss and whine about NYT bestselling books that have questionable literary merit. It's fun. It's cathartic. It's perfect for your commute. New podcast (almost) every Tuesday! Here's the Season 20 reading list:The Corrections by Jonathan FranzenPrep by Curtis SittenfeldWe Were Liars by E. LockhartThe Plot Against America by Philip RothWho Moved My Cheese by Spencer JonsonBeautiful Ugly byAlice FeeneyyWhere is Joe Merchant by Jimmy BuffetSkipping Christmas by John GrishhamSend any future book suggestions to meanbookclub@gmail.com! Follow us on the socials @meanbookclub! Rate, like, subscribe, and check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/meanbookclub to become a true patron of the mean arts. CREDITS: Hosted by Sarah Burton, Clara Morris, Johnna Scrabis, & Sabrina B. Jordan. This episode was produced and edited by Sarah Burton and Blake Opper. Special thanks to FSM Team for our theme song, "Parkour Introvert." You can get it here: https://www.free-stock-music.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mean-book-club--3199521/support.
Sometimes, on occasions that are getting rarer and rarer, Instagram can be a place of great discoveries, and Becky Barnicoat was one of those for me. A cartoonist published by The New Yorker, Grazia, The New Statesman, The Guardian, BuzzFeed, New York Magazine, Private Eye and Netflix, she had recently published her deeply funny and touching graphic memoir “Cry When the Baby Cries”. For years, her observations of daily life and motherhood made me burst out laughing (often when I needed it the most). So join me as I finally get to laugh together with Becky! Hear her inspiring story about becoming a succesful cartoonist after years of hearing she wasn't good enough, and was dreaming of a job that didn't exist. And learn wise lessons from her and her mom Catherina about motherhood being a source the fulfilment, about creating a warm home through routine and light, about teaching our duaghters through our stories, and breaking generational cycles. To learn more about Becky, her work, and her new book, visit her website here, or her Instagram profile here. Subscribe to Ana's new "Mama Loves…” newsletter here. To contact Ana, to be a guest, or suggest a guest, please send your mail to: info@thankyoumama.net For more about “Thank You, Mama", please visit: http://www.thankyoumama.net Connect with Ana on social media: https://www.instagram.com/anatajder/ https://www.facebook.com/ana.tajder
In this behind-the-scenes solo, I'm sharing a real-time look at starting our family's newest business, The Tide & Table Collection. From luxury travel roots to short-term rental dreams, I'm unpacking the vision behind the brand, the meaning of its name, and the wild plot twist that's putting our Hilton Head condo on a brief pause just days after closing. It's messy, unfiltered, and honest — because starting something new is never linear. I'm opening up about the hurdles, the mindset shifts that kept me grounded, and why your “messy middle” is not proof you're failing…it's proof you're building. Follow along with The Tide & Table journey at @thetideandtablecollection or tidetablecollection.com. About The Host: Bailie White Bailie White is a motivational speaker with nearly 10 years of entrepreneurial experience and a heart for serving, motivating, and encouraging women. After starting and scaling her first business — a luxury travel agency with a team of 15 women, a celebrity clientele, and multi-millions of dollars in annual sales — she sold the business after realizing what she once thought was her dream, didn't fully align with the woman she wanted to become. Today, Bailie is the host of the Your Brand of Beautiful Podcast (debuting on Apple's Top Charts) and a published author and speaker. Bailie facilitates workshops and delivers keynote speeches to college women, young professionals, and mamapreneurs. Bailie teaches these women how to Stop Being Busy, Quiet The Noise, and Start Being Them — she teaches them how to become Their Own Brand of Beautiful. Bailie has been featured in media outlets like Buzzfeed and Forbes, but is most proud of her title as ‘wife' and ‘mom' to her two small children. Bailie lives with her family on the outskirts of Savannah, Georgia. LET'S CONNECT! For speaking, event, or podcasting collabs, email: hey@bailiewhite.com Connect on Instagram: @heybailiewhite Visit Website: www.bailiewhite.com
Our season-long look at the world famous beagle continues. This week we discuss Snoopy's metamorphosis from cute puppy to banana nose anarchist to doghouse philosopher. Along the way, we discuss evolving art styles, Ninja High School, and Jeff Smith's Bone. The Buzzfeed quiz we talk about: https://www.buzzfeed.com/appletv/this-quiz-will-determine-which-peanuts-character-you-are Transcript available at UnpackingPeanuts.com Unpacking Peanuts is copyright Jimmy Gownley, Michael Cohen, Harold Buchholz, and Liz Sumner. Produced and edited by Liz Sumner. Music by Michael Cohen. Additional voiceover by Aziza Shukralla Clark. For more from the show follow @unpackpeanuts on Instagram and Threads, and @unpackingpeanuts on Facebook, Blue Sky, and YouTube. For more about Jimmy, Michael, and Harold, visit unpackingpeanuts.com. Thanks for listening.
In this episode of the Gloria Chou PR Podcast, I reveal why right now is the golden opportunity for small businesses to land major press—without hiring an expensive PR agency.We're talking about gift guides, AI search visibility, and free PR tools that make pitching faster and easier than ever. If you've been waiting for the right moment to start PR, this is it.Whether you're a product-based founder, a one-person shop, or a busy parent building a brand, this episode shows you how to get featured in national media with zero ad spend.Why Gift Guides Are the #1 Way to Get Featured in Q4Gift guides aren't just for Christmas. Editors are actively building guides for every season—Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Graduation, Back-to-School, and beyond.By getting your product into these articles, you're meeting customers where they're already primed to buy. Even better? Gift guides give you lasting SEO that outlives paid ads and Instagram posts.How AI Search Is Creating a PR Gold RushMore consumers are turning to ChatGPT and AI search tools for product recommendations. That means if your brand shows up in credible media, you're signaling to AI that you're trustworthy and relevant.This window won't last forever—founders who act now can dominate search before the market gets saturated.Free and Accessible PR Tools Every Founder Should UseYou don't need a $5K/month PR agency to get results. In this episode, I share how small business owners are using tools like:Perplexity.ai → to uncover real-time trends and angles journalists care aboutChatGPT → to fine-tune pitches into clear, concise storiesEmail + LinkedIn → to reach editors directly, no insider contacts requiredAvoid These Costly PR MistakesYou don't need to:Send out tons of free samplesWrite vague, one-size-fits-all pitchesWait for the “perfect” time to startInstead, focus on clarity, relationships, and consistency.The CPR Method: Your PR RoadmapI walk you through my signature CPR Method, a framework that helps founders land not only media coverage but also wholesale opportunities.CPR = C: Credibility → your story and why you're legit P: Point of View → your unique angle R: Relevance → why now, why this outletFinal TakeawayThis is the most powerful moment in the last 10 years to start pitching your business. You don't need ads, agencies, or huge budgets.What you do need is: ✅ A clear message ✅ A relationship-first approach ✅ A repeatable systemIf other small businesses can land BuzzFeed, Refinery29, and Vogue, you can too.
Laufey's a young Icelandic/Asian jazz aficionado. Studying the music from her parents, she's kept the genre alive through self-compositions this decade. Fans are dazzled of her writing, singing, playing piano/guitar/cello! "Third time's the charm" for 3rd album A Matter of Time, topping jazz charts, and just crossed over #4 on Billboard's 200 albums chart. Brilliantly romanticizing a "timely" concept record. I share this young lady's music journey, review the tracks, and evaluate its popularity in this episode. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaFan Favorite Singles: "Like the Movies" debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live (2022)"From the Start" (2022, 2024-2025); New Years' Rockin' Eve (2024); GMA (2025)Remix: "Confess Your Love" - Jiandro ft. ola.wav (2025); Tiktok dance"Goddess" (2024); Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon"Christmas Magic" from Red One; UK's The Graham Norton Show (2024)"Silver Lining" (2025); GMA3"Tough Luck" (2025)"Letter to My 13-Year-Old Self" with Barbra Streisand (2025)"Lover Girl" (2025); GMA; Studio"Snow White" (2025)Interviews: CBS Sunday Morning (edited); MTV; Buzzfeed with puppiesRelated Episodes: Ep. 42 - Taylor Swift's folklore (Track by Track)Ep. 75 - "Time" & Clock Songs CountdownEp. 166 - 'Wednesday' & "Goo Goo Muck"Ep. 235 - Eclipse PlaylistEp. 237 - The Tortured Poets DepartmentEp. 269 - Christmas 2024 PlaylistEp. 294 - Prom 2025 PlaylistFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we're diving into the world of polyamory with Leanne Yau! Leanne is an award-winning polyamory educator and through her platform PolyPhilia, she creates educational and entertaining content to help people navigate non-monogamous relationships with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Inside the episode, we'll get into what polyamory is (and isn't), the biggest myths that surround it, what monogamous daters could learn from polyamorists, and how to take the first steps if you're poly-curious. We'll explore frameworks like the relationship escalator and relationship anarchy, the different types of polyamory, and cover dating essentials like communication, boundaries, and even jealousy! But that's not all, we answer some of your top questions like when do I tell someone I'm polyamorous, what if I don't have much experience, but am dating someone who does, and how do I know if polyamory is right for me? Whether you're new to polyamory or just curious, this conversation will give you insights and tools to approach dating and relationships with more ease. Alright Flirties, let's do this, and meet Leanne! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Flirtations on your favorite podcast platform, and share this episode to spread BFE - big flirt energy, all over the world! Enjoying the show and want to support my work? Buy the Flirt Coach a coffee! Work with me! Take the FREE Flirt Styles Quiz Get INSTANT ACCESS to my anti-anxiety flirting and dating guide Download my FLIRTING AND TEXTING CONVERSATION GUIDE Grab my FREE Dating App Survival handbook Book your 1:1 Flirting Audit Ask the Flirt Coach About our guest: Leanne Yau is a British award-winning polyamory educator, writer, speaker, certified sex and relationships educator, and trainee psychosexual therapist whose work is all about non-monogamy and sex positivity. She creates educational and entertaining multimedia content about creating healthy and sustainable non-monogamous relationships, drawing from her lived experiences as a polyamorous, bisexual, neurodivergent, kinky, and Asian agender femme who has been openly non-monogamous since 2016. Since 2020, Leanne has connected with millions across the globe through her social media posts, online and in-person talks, workshops, panels, and lectures, in the media, and her private non-monogamous peer support sessions. She also writes ‘A Polyamorous Perspective', a polyamory advice column at Gay Times. Leanne was named in ‘15 LGBTQ+ Educators Who Took Instagram Infotainment To The Next Level' (Buzzfeed, 2021), '10 Polyamory Experts to Follow on TikTok' (Cosmopolitan, 2022), and ‘60 Top Influencers Who Are Actually Worth the Follow' (Men's Health, 2023). She holds a Special Recognition and Appreciation Award for her contributions to the non-monogamous community (The Panel ENM, 2021), and was nominated for Sex and Relationships Creator of the Year (BCreator, 2024). Follow Leanne on Instagram Book a Peer Support Session Join Leanne on Discord YouTube, Other Socials + Offers/Coaching About your host: Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun! As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage. Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self. His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, Men's Health, and Yoga Journal. You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, watch on YouTube, and stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.
Kellie would like to watch more documentaries with Allen and found a couple on Instagram who gave a list of their favorite true crime docuseries. How could that POSSIBLY make Allen grumpy? We've all spent way too much on stuff we use maybe once or never. Kellie found a Buzzfeed list filled with big purchase regrets, and then they share some of their own. And with football in full swing, Kellie and Allen make their cautiously optimistic predictions about the Cowboys chances against the Giants this Sunday. Thank you to our podcast sponsor! If you want to cure you nausea problem fast, join the hundreds of thousands of people who are nausea-free with Reliefband. For 20% off your order, head to Reliefband.con and use code SANDWICH Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, it's just me and Kristin taking a BuzzFeed quiz to figure out what kind of doctor we are—and, well, the results raise some eyebrows. We also talk about a new bill being introduced in Massachusetts and answer a listener email about surgical etiquette: should you chat during procedures or keep it strictly scalpel business? Takeaways: Kristin and I take a BuzzFeed quiz that tells us what kind of doctor we are… and the results hit a little too hard. We break down a Massachusetts bill that's being voted on soon! A listener asks if it's okay to talk during surgery—and we definitely have opinions. — To Get Tickets to Wife & Death: You can visit Glaucomflecken.com/live We want to hear YOUR stories (and medical puns)! Shoot us an email and say hi! knockknockhi@human-content.com Can't get enough of us? Shucks. You can support the show on Patreon for early episode access, exclusive bonus shows, livestream hangouts, and much more! – http://www.patreon.com/glaucomflecken Also, be sure to check out the newsletter: https://glaucomflecken.com/glauc-to-me/ If you are interested in buying a book from one of our guests, check them all out here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/dr.glaucomflecken If you want more information on models I use: Anatomy Warehouse provides for the best, crafting custom anatomical products, medical simulation kits and presentation models that create a lasting educational impact. For more information go to Anatomy Warehouse DOT com. Link: https://anatomywarehouse.com/?aff=14 Plus for 15% off use code: Glaucomflecken15 -- A friendly reminder from the G's and Tarsus: If you want to learn more about Demodex Blepharitis, making an appointment with your eye doctor for an eyelid exam can help you know for sure. Visit http://www.EyelidCheck.com for more information. Go to http//www.cozyearth.com and use code KNOCKKNOCK for 40% off best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more. Trust me—you'll feel the difference the very first night. Produced by Human Content Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Money expert Jamila Souffrant shares the steps you can take today to begin your journey towards financial freedom. ___ Learn the steps you can take in 2025 and beyond to be on the way to true financial freedom! Back in the guest chair is money expert Jamila Souffrant who will teach us dream drivers how we can cruise towards wealth and happiness as we tackle our #dreamdriving goals. Jamila Souffrant is the author of the new book "Your Journey To Financial Freedom A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness" and the host of the Journey To Launch podcast. She is considered a go- to thought leader in the personal finance field and her work has been featured in BuzzFeed, ESSENCE, Refinery 29, Money Magazine, CNBC, CBS, Business Insider and more. Note: This episode originally aired in January 2024. Some of the things we discuss in this episode include: Jamila's path to financial freedom and financial independence The changes Jamila made to become financially free Why Jamila defines herself as a millionaire The 5 Journeyer Stages you need to travel to in order to reach financial independence How to train your mindset and habits The deeper issues that may be limiting your ability to reach financial freedom The importance of investing in yourself SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: https://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER – THE KEYS: https://www.dreamsindrive.com/join FIND JAMILA ON: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/journeytolaunch Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jamillasouffrant FIND RANA ON SOCIAL: Instagram: http://instagram.com/rainshineluv Twitter: http://twitter.com/rainshineluv
In this solo episode, I'm sharing 20 things I'd tell my 20-year-old self—from career tips and baby timelines to dating, friendships, and finding your balance. Whether you're in your twenties, just came out of them, or find yourself starting fresh at any age, I hope this episode reminds you that you don't have to have it all figured out. You can enjoy life where you are, dream big, learn along the way, and trust your next step—even when it's uncertain. Some of these are heartfelt, some are practical, some are funny, and some might make you cry (looking at you, girlfriend poem at #13). But most of all, I hope they help you feel seen in whatever season you're in. About Your Brand of Beautiful Host, Bailie White: Bailie White is a motivational speaker with nearly 10 years of entrepreneurial experience and a heart for serving, motivating, and encouraging women. After starting and scaling her first business — a luxury travel agency with a team of 15 women, a celebrity clientele, and multi-millions of dollars in annual sales — she sold the business after realizing what she once thought was her dream, didn't fully align with the woman she wanted to become. Today, Bailie is the host of the Your Brand of Beautiful Podcast (debuting on Apple's Top Charts) and a published author and speaker. Bailie facilitates workshops and delivers keynote speeches to college women, young professionals, and mamapreneurs. Bailie teaches these women how to Stop Being Busy, Quiet The Noise, and Start Being Them — she teaches them how to become Their Own Brand of Beautiful. Bailie has been featured in media outlets like Buzzfeed and Forbes, but is most proud of her title as ‘wife' and ‘mom' to her two small children. Bailie lives with her family on the outskirts of Savannah, Georgia. LET'S CONNECT! For speaking, event, or podcasting collabs, email: hey@bailiewhite.com Connect on Instagram: @heybailiewhite Visit Website: www.bailiewhite.com
What does it take to unravel the sinister side of internet fame—and how do influencers become a little bit culty? In this episode, we sit down with BuzzFeed journalist and chronic digital deepdiver Chico Felitti, whose reporting on influencer Kat Torres inspired Season 2 of Wondery's hit Guru series, “Don't Cross Kat.” Chico shares how seemingly glamorous social media personas can mask disturbing stories of manipulation and missing followers, and why Brazil's obsession with the American dream made Kat's rise—and the disappearances connected to her—even more chilling. We unpack the magnetic allure of online personalities, the blurred lines between fandom and control, and the real-life consequences for those drawn into one influencer's orbit. If you thought lifestyle influencers were harmless fun, this episode might change your mind.Follow Chico on Instagram @chicofelitti.Also…let it be known that:The views and opinions expressed on A Little Bit Culty do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, group, club, organization, business, individual, anyone or anything. Nobody's mad at you, just don't be a culty fuckwad.**PRE-ORDER Sarah and Nippy's newest book hereCheck out our amazing sponsorsJoin A Little Bit Culty on PatreonGet poppin' fresh ALBC SwagSupport the pod and smash this linkCheck out our cult awareness and recovery resourcesWatch Sarah's TED TalkCREDITS: Executive Producers: Sarah Edmondson & Anthony AmesProduction Partner: Citizens of SoundCo-Creator: Jess TardyAudio production: Will RetherfordProduction Coordinator: Lesli DinsmoreWriter: Sandra NomotoSocial media team: Eric Skwarzynski and Brooke KeaneTheme Song: “Cultivated” by Jon Bryant co-written with Nygel AsselinSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR:For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to Hungryroot.com/culty and use code culty.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and Neuroscience
#1 New York Times bestselling author, Bonnie Garmus, spoke to me about the evolution of her craft, how her protagonist changed her life, getting blurbed by Stephen King, and the never-ending book tour for her lauded debut LESSONS IN CHEMISTRY. Bonnie Garmus is a copywriter, creative director, and author of the #1 New York Times bestselling novel, Lessons in Chemistry, named a Best Book of the Year by The New York Times, Washington Post, NPR, Oprah Daily, Entertainment Weekly, and Newsweek. The book introduced the main character, “Elizabeth Zott, a headstrong, gifted chemist in 1960s California whose career takes a detour when she becomes the unlikely star of a beloved TV cooking show.” BuzzFeed wrote of the book, “A kicky debut, this book tackles feminism, resilience, and rationalism in a fun and refreshing way.” And Stephen King called it, “witty, sometimes hilarious…the Catch-22 of early feminism.” [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Bonnie Garmus and I discussed: How her copywriting career supported her fiction writing Why courses will never make you a writer Plotters vs Pantsers and why she can't write from an outline Overcoming a fear of the blank page Why writing a synopsis is one of The Circles of Hell Getting a phone call from Academy Award Winner Brie Larson And a lot more! Show Notes: BonnieGarmus.com Lessons in Chemistry By Bonnie Garmus (Amazon) Bonnie Garmus on Instagram Bonnie Garmus on Twitter Kelton Reid Instagram Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Zarar Ameen is the Founder & CEO of the CANZ Group of Companies, including Launch My Agency. At just 19, he made his first million, and by 23, he had expanded to six offices with 120 employees. His agency model has helped 400+ entrepreneurs build and scale digital businesses, generating over $48 million in revenue.Now, Zarar is on a mission to help 10,000 professionals escape the corporate grind and achieve financial freedom through his “Million Dollar Agency System™.” His hands-off, done-for-you model allows busy professionals to own a highly profitable digital agency without quitting their day job or burning out.Zarar's expertise has been featured in SDVoyager, Canvas Rebel, Buzzfeed, and CBS, and he has appeared on podcasts like Bridger Rodgers' and Tyler Narducci's shows. With a story of resilience—bouncing back from an $850k loss and betrayal—he's a go-to expert on entrepreneurship, business automation, and scaling online businesses to multiple 8-figures.Connect with him here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/zarar-ameen/https://www.facebook.com/ZararAmeenOfficialhttps://www.instagram.com/zararameen/https://launchmyagency.co/Don't forget to book a call to lock in an early bird VIP spot in our group coaching mastermind, Expert Authority, here: https://scottaaron.as.me/expertauthorityconsult
Groufits, BuzzFeed, Facetune, EDs... This week, we go back in time through our Instagram archives to get to the bottom of who we've been pretending to be all our lives. Join us on Patreon! No filter. No notes. No pants (optional). New episodes drop Thursdays at 8PM EST: https://www.patreon.com/goodchildrenpod HOSTS:Joe Hegyes & Andrew MuscarellaEDITOR:Kenzie EdmondsonLISTEN:https://linktr.ee/goodchildrenFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:instagram.com/goodchildrenpod instagram.com/joehegyes instagram.com/andrewmuscarella FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK:tiktok.com/goodchildrenpod tiktok.com/bequietjoe tiktok.com/andrew_musky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sometimes in life, a special book comes along and embraces you with characters you relate to, a setting that you enjoy, and a plot that exists. This is unfortunately not that book. This week we read "Prep" by Curtis Sittenfeld and good news, we hated it! Big thanks to our patron Saroj for making us read this stinker and congratulations to Curtis Sittenfeld for being our first ever three-peat author!Mean Book Club is four ladies (UCB, BuzzFeed, College Humor, Impractical Jokers) who read, discuss and whine about NYT bestselling books that have questionable literary merit. It's fun. It's cathartic. It's perfect for your commute. New podcast (almost) every Tuesday! Here's the Season 20 reading list:The Corrections by Jonathan FranzenPrep by Curtis SittenfeldWe Were Liars by E. LockhartThe Plot Against America by Philip RothWho Moved My Cheese by Spencer JonsonBeautiful Ugly byAlice FeeneyyWhere is Joe Merchant by Jimmy BuffetSkipping Christmas by John GrishhamSend any future book suggestions to meanbookclub@gmail.com! Follow us on the socials @meanbookclub! Rate, like, subscribe, and check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/meanbookclub to become a true patron of the mean arts. CREDITS: Hosted by Sarah Burton, Clara Morris, Johnna Scrabis, & Sabrina B. Jordan. This episode was produced and edited by Sarah Burton and Blake Opper. Special thanks to FSM Team for our theme song, "Parkour Introvert." You can get it here: https://www.free-stock-music.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mean-book-club--3199521/support.
Danielle Spencer, popular for her role as Dee Thomas on What's Happening, has died. She was 60. Spencer's co-star Haywood Nelson broke the news on social media. Nelson wrote, Brilliance! It comes in a great many forms. We all have them, and we all have this family's — Dr. Danielle Spencer (June 24, 1965 – August 11, 2025).He added, "We have lost a daughter, sister, family member, What's Happening!! cast member, veterinarian, animal rights proponent and healer, and cancer heroine. Our Shero. Danielle is loved. She will be missed in this form and forever embraced."Spencer appeared on the original What's Happening for three seasons from 1976 to 1979. She also co-starred in What's Happening Now in the 1980s. She went on to attend Tuskegee University Veterinary School in Alabama and became a veterinarian in 1996.Spencer was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014, but she became a survivor through chemotherapy treatments. Taylor Swift sneakily revealed who is going to be producing her new album, The Life of a Showgirl.Accompanying the album announcement, Taylor Swift launched a Spotify playlist aptly titled And, baby, that's show business for you. The playlist features 22 tracks, all previously released songs produced by Max Martin and Shellback, sparking speculation that the iconic duo may have produced this upcoming album as well.Taylor previously worked with them on the Red, 1989, and Reputation albums. They helped her develop her pop sound after she began her career as a country artist.Longtime collaborator and friend Jack Antonoff seems to be absent from this album cycle, along with Aaron Dessner.You Could Own Tom Petty's 1980 Mercedes Producer Jerry Bruckheimer is attempting to bring back Johnny Depp to the Pirates Of The Caribbean franchise. “If he likes the way the part's written, I think he would do it,” he told EW . “It's all about what's on the page, as we all know.” Eddie Van Halen Guitar Expected To Fetch $2-3 Million at AuctionEddie Van Halen's Kramer guitar, modeled after his famous 'Frankenstein' model and later owned by former Motley Crue guitarist Mick Mars, is expected to fetch between $2-3 million at auction. Ryan Reynolds may have given us a sign that he might be in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday movie. Daryl Hall and John Oates have resolved their years-long legal battle over their business partnership.Robert Plant just wrapped the European leg of his tour with his new band Saving Grace. Their North American shows kick off in October. Buzzfeed has a list of celebrities who have partners who have claimed they DIDN'T KNOW THEY WERE FAMOUS when they first met. Or even a few dates into it. Here are a few: Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams - Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows http://www.1057thepoint.com/RizzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.