Podcasts about characters

Don Micksa, a former military intelligence operative, explains the code words used in directing operations. Plus Kenny Slag in a bathtub. Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobbie and Steve Dooley have hired Dave Gagamount to install 20 spas at Western Estates including the Love Tub, the Love Yourself Tub and the Back It In Tub.Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Frank Grey Show.” Frank talks to Bob Green about Green taking Frank’s wife Margaret hostage. Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins brings you the best in mob history through his unique perspective on the mafia. In this episode of Gangland Wire, Gary Jenkins welcomes an unusual guest from the world of organized crime storytelling—cartoonist Brett Juliano, creator of the Dust Bunny Mafia comic series. Instead of traditional books or documentaries, Brett tells real Mafia stories through short, three-panel comics featuring his unique cartoon characters while staying grounded in historical research and documented sources. Brett explains how his lifelong interest in animation and storytelling evolved into a project that blends true crime history with visual humor and commentary. After moving to Chicago, he became fascinated with the city's underworld history and began transforming real mob stories into illustrated comic strips that challenge Hollywood myths and highlight lesser-known facts about organized crime. His work draws on true crime books, FBI files, court transcripts, and podcasts, including Gangland Wire itself. Each comic strip distills a real historical moment into a visual gag or ironic twist that reveals the strange reality behind mob legends. Gary and Brett discuss several Dust Bunny Mafia comics and the real events behind them: The “Sicilian Flu” Courtroom Act A humorous look at a tactic sometimes used by mob figures: appearing frail in court to gain sympathy or delay proceedings. Wiseguys who were partying the night before might suddenly appear in a wheelchair, wrapped in blankets or hooked to oxygen tanks when they walked into court. Lucky Luciano and the Myth of “Lucky” Brett examines the legendary story that Charles “Lucky” Luciano got his nickname after surviving a brutal kidnapping and beating. His comic plays with the idea that mobsters often exaggerated their own legends—especially when trying to impress people. The Kansas City Mob Search – Carl “Tuffy” DeLuna One comic comes directly from Gary Jenkins' own experience investigating the Kansas City mob. When police searched DeLuna's home in 1979, the mobster calmly offered coffee and eventually led investigators straight to the basement, where incriminating notes were stored. The scene shows how, sometimes, the truth of organized crime investigations is stranger than fiction. Bugsy Siegel in Rainy Portland Another comic explores the obscure story of Bugsy Siegel visiting Portland to meet local crime boss Al Winters, only to endure two straight weeks of rain—highlighting the contrast between Hollywood-style mob glamour and the less glamorous reality of underworld negotiations. A New Graphic Anthology on Kickstarter Brett is now launching a major new collection of his comics titled: “Family Business: An Offer You Can't Refuse.” The book will include: 130+ pages of full-color comics More than 230 true crime strips Historical commentary explaining the real story behind each comic Additional artwork parodying mob businesses and underworld culture The project will be funded through a Kickstarter campaign beginning March 24, with the finished book expected to ship later in the year once printing is completed. Click here for

In this episode of Read the Damn Book, Michelle Glogovac interviews debut author about her novel Too Blessed to Stress, a sharp and timely exploration of influencer culture, church communities, and the impact of social media on modern faith.Ali shares the inspiration behind Too Blessed to Stress, her research into Christian influencer spaces, and how she crafted complex, relatable characters navigating ambition, belief, and online identity. The conversation dives into the pressures of curated perfection, performative faith, and the blurred lines between authenticity and branding in today's digital world.If you're interested in books about influencer culture, social media satire, women in faith communities, or contemporary fiction exploring religion and identity, this episode offers thoughtful insights and behind-the-scenes perspective from a rising debut author.What We're Talking About...Faith and influencer culture: exploring Christianity in the age of social mediaThe research behind Too Blessed to Stress and writing authentic church communitiesCharacter development in contemporary Christian fictionSocial media's impact on identity, authenticity, and online personasInfluencer branding, performative faith, and curated perfectionWriting nuanced, respectful social commentary about religion and modern cultureRepresentation of women navigating ambition, belief, and digital spacesChapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Background02:06 Overview of Too Blessed to Stress and Themes03:58 Researching Religious Communities and Influencer Culture06:59 Character Development and Representation10:03 Social Media's Role in Shaping Identity12:55 Nuance, Respect, and Satire in the Book16:09 The Power of Online Personas and Secrets19:06 Inspiration for Characters and Plot Elements22:12 Upcoming Book 'People Please' and New Directions23:50 Author's Journey and Future Plans26:03 Closing Remarks and Where to Find the BookLinks MentionedAlli Hoff Kosik's Website: https://allihoffkosik.comOrder Your Copy of Too Blessed to Stress: https://allihoffkosik.com/too-blessed-to-stressAlli Hoff Kosik's Upcoming Events: https://allihoffkosik.com/too-blessed-to-stress-eventsAlli Hoff Kosik's Substack: https://allihoffkosik.substack.com/?r=1frb8&utm_medium=web&utm_source=navbarAlli Hoff Kosik's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allihoffkosik

Kaizoku ou ni ore wa naru! Today around the world, millions of fans who love Japan's hit manga/anime series, One Piece, are rejoicing for many reasons, including today's release of the live-action series season 2 on Netflix. Why do so many fans love these comical, earnest adventures of Captain Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates? Episode sponsors Firebreak by Kathy Tyers Realm Makers 2026 Conference & Expo The Hole-Man by Dan Daetz The Lorehaven Authorship Mission update New at Lorehaven: our book quest into fantasy Embergold Subscribe free to get updates and join the Lorehaven Guild Quotes and notes The hit manga just reached 600 million, matching Superman After 1,170+ chapters and nearly 30 years, creator Eiichiro Oda's pirates-with-powers story is sailing toward its final arcs. The popular anime is ending hiatus to resume in April. And today Netflix is christening the live series Season 2, after 2023's Season 1 happily broke the “anime to live-action curse.” Oh, and this just in: last week Oda and crew made the meme come true. He really did write down the answer to “what is the One Piece,” the treasure sought by every pirate. He locked this in a chest, buried it deep in the sea, and initiated a great fan-pirate era. But spoiler alert: I think I know the secret of the One Piece. And by the end of this episode, I shall spell out my grand fan theory. Mission update New at Lorehaven: our book quest into fantasy Embergold Subscribe free to get updates and join the Lorehaven Guild The Mugiwara (Straw Hat) Pirates of One Piece, with friends from Fishman Island. 1. One Piece plots with deep heroic ambition. Plot summary: Luffy sets his goal of becoming king of the pirates. He recruits a crew with other goals, yet following him as captain. Over many years and arcs, their goals all begin to come together. It's a celebration of labor, pain, reward, and growing to maturity. So it's like “follow your dream” but much longer, deeper, complex. After all, dreams/goals lead to disloyalty, idolatry, and overwork. One day I had to stop watching One Piece for good reason. Why? I had been overworked and needed more rest than ambition. Altogether it's a reminder of the great adventure that's often hard. In a world of “you're great as you are,” this is a worthy challenge. 2. One Piece recruits a nakama pirate crew. And yet this story isn't just about individuals with selfish interests. Everyone in the Straw Hat pirate crew grows in their relationships. It's much like a “found family” but not without natural family bonds. Some of them have deep childhood trauma and must find healing. Villains also have tragic pasts, but are also evil and must go down. Trauma is serious, death is permanent, and personal loss will sting. Many fans (myself included) find this “wacky realism” refreshing. Oda wisely avoids and mocks the idea of romance among the crew. And also wisely, the live-action series reflects all of these themes. That's one reason One Piece LA broke the live-action-anime curse. 3. One Piece sails to fantastical new worlds. Fans praise Oda's worldbuilding that is indeed massively creative. Fantasy meets sci-fi meets horror, in land, sky, and deep oceans. Each island brings new crises and often many evil leaders to fight. Thus, Luffy and the Straw Hats have toppled multiple dictatorships. It's all part of Luffy's strong views of loyalty to friends and freedom. And now the Straw Hat Jolly Roger flag appears in real Some fans recoil from Oda's art style, reflecting well in the anime. Characters often have wacky proportions, heavy on caricature. And alas, manga/anime is fond of “comedic” nudity/sexual imagery. Yet with cautions, you can now enjoy this story in many art forms. BONUS: has Stephen found the One Piece? Some fans believe the One Piece is more of a traditional treasure. Others claim a metaphor, e.g. “the friends we made along the way.” But I think the series has given us plenty of clues to identify it. For the treasure chest, Oda wrote, “As for the One Piece, it is …” If fans found the buried paper, they'd read: (continued in episode!) Com station Top question for listeners What's your favorite crazy story with wild action and heroic heart? Next on Fantastical Truth Adaptations. Sometimes we act like we don't like them. But sometimes we do. And sometimes each new version of a story—book to film or TV show—changes the original but adds something new and amazing. So next week, we'll explore the pros and cons of adaptation, whether it's One Piece, or The Pendragon Cycle, or the latest superhero retelling.

In this podcast extra, hear MS NOW's Ari Melber in conversation with Tom Hanks for an in-depth discussion about his novel, "The Making of Another Motion Picture Masterpiece", his iconic films, doing the right thing, and who he thinks should play him in a biopic. This installment is part of The Summit Series with Ari Melber, featuring conversations with leaders at the top of their fields. 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.

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Send a textIn this episode, we examine characters like Dobby, Petunia Dursley, and Severus Snape and discuss how their defining moments differ between the Harry Potter books, films, and what we should hope for in the new Harry Potter TV show. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:·      Listen to episode 322 Tea Leaves S2 E2 here!·      2:10 Dobby. He's the foundation for this episode. Dobby has his big moment at the very end of his arc when he sacrifices himself for Harry and friends to escape Malfoy Manor. That shouldn't be his moment to shine! Earlier on, perhaps he runs into Draco at Hogwarts and refuses some ridiculous order. The TV has room for moments like these.·      13:49 Petunia Dursley. She is Harry's last connection to his family, and it's super easy to forget that when she's being mean to Harry. But a few moments earlier in the story when we see Petunia's softer side would go a long way. She really wanted to go to Hogwarts, and her refusal is why she's so bitter. We should have an opportunity to see past that ice wall. ·      20:19 Snape. His story is truly heartbreaking story, and his love for Lily just wasn't meant to be. But I don't want to see that side to him only after he has died. The climax of his arc should be his death and the memory he shares with Harry, but we should see little hints of that emotion behind the greasy hair.·      24:18 Horace Slughorn. He needs more screen time! After the Half-Blood Prince, Slughorn falls into the background. In the Harry Potter TV show, there should be no characters looked over for the sake of time. He has such a heartwarming story, and he showed real courage in overcoming his shame. We should see more of that!Having anything you want to hear or say? Click here for a voice submission or here for text. ThePotterDiscussion@gmail.comthepotterdiscussion.comNox

Joining Justin today is cartoonist, Vintage Turtles Art collector, Teacher and current Neca Artist Aaron Hazouri!With his recent cover to the Saturday Morning Adventures comic and the Box artwork for Characters like Panda Khan, Usagi Yojimbo and Rex 1, Aaron is a well known fixture on the TMNT scene these days. I get to talk with Aaron about his love to the Archie turtles, and his passion for Cartoons. A really in depth talk about art and influences of his style.From Vintage toy collecting to telling the story on how he ended up with the original Box artwork for the TMNT Cereal, this is a fun conversation with a really interesting artist and lifelong Turtles fan!A Pizza time Classic for March: The Corned Beef Pizza Swirls recipe!Be sure to check out our guest on Instagram @Cartoonistaaron.

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Elyse Seal, a fiction book coach. Elyse helps authors get unstuck and finish their novels without spending years rewriting the same draft. With five years of experience and training from Author Accelerator, she specializes in sci-fi and fantasy authors. She helps writers build solid story foundations before they write and coaches them through editing in layers, big picture first, then scenes, then language. Her approach is candid and collaborative. She challenges authors to go deeper into character development and examine whether each scene is doing the heavy lifting it needs to do. Because every word matters. Authors hire her for clarity, accountability, and expert guidance toward the finish line.   According to Elyse's website, “you'll stop second-guessing and start writing with purpose, direction, and the confidence that your story matters. Whether you're just starting with an idea, deep in your first draft, or stuck after many revisions, I've got you.   “Writing is hard, but it's not because you're doing it wrong.  You just need a plan, support, and someone who gets it.”   Subscribe to Online for Authors to learn about more great books! https://www.youtube.com/@onlineforauthors?sub_confirmation=1   You can follow Author Elyse Seal Website: https://www.elysesealcoaching.com/ IG @elyse.j.seal FB: @Elyse Seal   Teri M Brown, Author and Podcast Host: https://www.terimbrown.com FB: @TeriMBrownAuthor IG: @terimbrown_author X: @terimbrown1   Want to be a guest on Online for Authors? Send Teri M Brown a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/onlineforauthors   #elyseseal #bookcoach # #terimbrownauthor #authorpodcast #onlineforauthors #characterdriven #researchjunkie #awardwinningauthor #podcasthost #podcast #readerpodcast #bookpodcast #writerpodcast #author #books #goodreads #bookclub #fiction #writer #bookreview

Mouth Siren Cop Lloyd Bonafide explains why he has to use his mouth for a siren. Frank Grey and Phil debate Donald Trump while Frank gets in 18 on the local links… Dave Oliva talks about an Arby’s in Florida that refused service to a police officer. Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have The Simpsons writers predicted Trump's death in an unreleased episode? What is the most overrated Simpsons episode? Which real-life celebs are like Simpsons characters? Who would eat who first on a stranded island? These are the hard-hitting questions we tackle on this month's mailbag!Support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/fourfingerdiscountListen on Spotify - spoti.fi/4fDcSY0Listen on Apple Podcasts - apple.co/4dgpW3ZCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-parkThe Movie Guide with Maltin & Davis - themovieguidepodcast.comThe One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcastTalking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeldSpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill-The Office Talk - spreaker.com/show/the-office-talk-podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/four-finger-discount-simpsons-podcast--5828977/support.

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel dives into Detective Knight: Redemption, the second entry in the Bruce Willis-led action trilogy that blends Christmas chaos, prison breaks, and a surprisingly wild storyline.Part action thriller, part holiday crime movie, and fully packed with over-the-top moments, Detective Knight: Redemption swings big with its twists, characters, and nonstop “wait… what?” moments.We dig into everything, including:

There is no crime to fit this sentence; there is no sentence to fit this crime. Roman Prefect Pontius Pilate's words are echoed by the zealot Judas Iscariot only hours before history takes a bloody turn on a cross atop Golgotha on Calvary Hill. Two thousand years later, these words are found scrawled in blood in New York next to three crucified men hanging on a basement wall. Judas, now Jude Issachar, an enigmatic social worker and part-time professor, and Pontius, now Peter Pheiffer, an unsettled defense attorney at a ravenous global law firm, have lived many lifetimes since their original encounter. However, Jude is aware of his past and is cursed by the fateful lure of the noose and the tree. Peter is damned by a recurring ignorance, a cruel cyclical awakening that creeps up on him as he is compelled to defend a sociopath who crucified three men. ondemned for their role in humankind's darkest betrayal, they must reckon with their pasts-and their futures-after a fateful, bloody collision of violence and addiction two millennia after their sentence began brings these lost souls together once more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Where does creativity fit into compliance? In more places than you think. Problem-solving, accountability, communication, and connection all require creativity. Join Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman on the award-winning Creativity and Compliance. Ronnie's company, Learning and Entertainment, uses the entertainment devices people use to consume information in their everyday, non-work lives and applies them to important topics in compliance and ethics. It is not only about being funny. It is about changing the tone of your compliance communications and messaging to make your compliance program, policies, and resources more accessible. Tom and Ronnie are back with their first episode for 2026. They visit with Sven Peterson, VP of Compliance, Ethics, and Regulatory Services at Premera Blue Cross, to discuss using creativity and humor to make compliance more approachable and strengthen the speak-up culture in a highly regulated industry. Peterson explains why his team created “Captain Compliance,” a superhero-style character he plays, in both live and animated versions, to deliver ethical guidance through short skits, training sessions, meetings, and employee events; the program also includes an “Ethics League” and a contrasting character, Professor Pitfall. He emphasizes that ethics is a team sport supported by compliance champions across the company, and advises establishing credibility, gaining leadership buy-in, involving others as co-authors, and aligning with company culture. Reported results include strong employee awareness survey feedback and Ethisphere's Compliance Leader Verification. Key highlights: Why Creativity Matters Meet Captain Compliance How the Skits Work Approachability and Speak Up Building Community and Champions Handling Skeptics and Buy-In Results and Measuring Impact  Resources:  Sven Peterson on LinkedIn Premera Blue Cross Captain Compliance Ronnie Ronnie Feldman (LinkedIn) Learnings & Entertainments (LinkedIn)  Ronnie Feldman (Twitter) Learnings & Entertainments (Website) Compliance Confessions – inspired by “Mean Tweets,” these 90-second commercials address misconceptions and excuses to promote a speak up culture and the E&C team as positive and helpful. E&C Training Jams: a soulful singer banters with ethics & compliance, explaining policies, sharing examples, and debunking excuses.  Tales from the Hotline – Real, speak-up-themed stories about workplace behavior gone wrong. Workplace Tonight Show! – E&C meets SNL Weekend Update, explaining corporate risk topics and why employees should care. 60-Second Communication & Awareness Shorts – A variety of short, customizable, music and multimedia, quick-hitter “commercials” promoting integrity, compliance, speaking up, and the E&C team as helpful advisors and coaches. Custom Live & Digital Programing – Custom creative programming that balances the seriousness of the subject matter with a more engaging delivery. After all, you can't bore people into learning.  Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Creativity and Compliance is a multiple podcast award-winning show and was recently honored as one of the Top 35 Podcasts on Creativity by Feedspot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Vernon Dozier tells the panel that BelMar Academy is giving up on football. Bud starts ordering people around. Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring Training - FloridaPacked crowds & hot weather in DunedinThe Toronto Blue Jays faced Team Canada in an exhibition game ahead of the World Baseball Classic (WBC)Younger prospects & experimental lineupsWorld Baseball Classic ExcitementThe Dominican Republic -  star-studded lineup loaded with major league talentJapan's elite pitching depth Teams from Italy, Canada, Great Britain, & Australia bring intriguing storylines & young talentThe WBC highlights pride in country & the global growth of baseballRays Connections with WBCJunior Caminero with Dominican Republic team continues to impress with elite exit velocity & All-Star potentialWill Tampa Bay Rays extend Caminero sooner rather than laterJose Caballero & Christian Bethancourt playing for Panama at game in Lakeland with Detroit TigersA New Wave of Talent in MLBUpcoming season features an exciting blend of veterans & young starsCal Raleigh & Paul Skenes represent the next generation Rare mix of established legends & emerging stars, mirroring past eras of talent surgesVeteran Leadership in the GameJustin Verlander & Max Scherzer continue to influence younger pitchersVeteran presence in clubhousesBaseball's deep respect for its history keeps players connected across generationsThe Characters of Baseball Joe WestLegendary MLB umpire - larger-than-life personaEntertaining on-field moments & standing his ground with players & managersCountry Joe sings on stageBill VeeckHarry Caray - take me out to the ballgameIvy on the wallsBroke American League color barrier by signing Larry Doby,Gave Minnie Minoso a 5 decade career in baseballSigned Satchel Paige into MLBTom HamiltonCleveland radio broadcaster known for passionate play-by-play styleA master storyteller who brings games to life for listeners like young MatVladimir Guerrero JrVladdy Jr - bringing life to the game, core of baseball comes from the sandlotSmoothness to his swing,Learning from his dad & continuing the game with family historyJoey VottoCincinnati Reds franchise icon – 17 yearsRed Surge Canadian MountyJoined the fans in the stands while on rehabHumorous Mad Dog – Chris Russo exchangeTerry “Tito” FranconaRespected manager & storyteller His leadership resonates throughout the sportDeep knowledge of the gameLogan GilbertSeattle Mariners pitcher known for his alter ego “Walter” when pitchingOne of the quirky mental routines pitchers adopt to stay focusedRoy Halladay Randy ArozarenaKnown for his energy, celebrations, & his connection with fansSpanking home plateDancing with Brett PhillipsSitting in the stands in “RandyLand” with Rays fans after being tradedBryce HarperFierce competitor & strong voice for players with MLBPAFully embraced Philadelphia & its passionate fan baseBaseball Is Fun –  Brett Phillips & Savannah Bananas, Jesse ColeThe Women's Pro Baseball League  in Fort Myers in mid-MarchCommunity Little League Opening Days - bring baseball back to local neighborhoodsRemember to like & subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseballbizondeck.com.

Shit quiz, a new round of shitter quiz, we mourn the range of apples in a supermarket duopoly, random facts and chats galore.Find our Patreon page HERE.Join the How 'Bout This Discord server to be part of the conversation.Spark Podcast Network.Executive Produced by Jason Geary, Karl McConnell and Rik Brown.Produced and Edited by Jason Geary.Music by THE Robbie Ellis. Check him out on Spotify here. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome to this bonus content with Leon Craig. We're talking about how Leon found an old letter knife in a shop which helped her understand her characters desires. PLUS! You'll hear Leon talking about plagues, the pandemic, and why she left the UK to write her novel about the UK.   Leon was here to discuss THE DECADENCE (Sceptre), a novel about a group of friends who find shelter in an old abandoned home, but encounter more than they bargained for. Leon Craig, whose previous collection of short stories, PARALLEL HELLS, was also published by Sceptre, is a graduate of the Birkbeck MFA Creative Writing course. Her work has been published by Hazlitt, the Sunday Times, the London Magazine and others and is forthcoming in Nulla magazine and Berlin Babel anthology.   Get exclusive subscriber benefits from the Rippling Pages.  https://patreon.com/RipplingPagesPod?utm_medi Check out the Rippling Pages Bookshop and buy all the books featured on the Rippling Pages: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/ripplingpagespod Interested in hosting your own podcast? Follow this link and find out how: https://www.podbean.com/ripplingpages 

A Mr Franklin Biondi tells the panel what he believes will give him a box seat in hell for all eternity. Also Steve Bosell’s annual commemoration of “The Slap.” Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Check out our other socials here: https://linktr.ee/closecallspod   Intro - 00:00 Can You Be a Fan of Comic Books If You Don't Read Comic Books? - 04:45 Would You Be Superman if you knew you would probably die? - 16:37 Picking our Winter Olympics teams - 30:14 Comic Call Out - Batman & Robin Year One - 01:18:13   Thanks for listening!

Don Berman, Channrl 19 News remembers almost being hit by a scud missile during the Gulf War. Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Psychologist and SuperPsyched host Dr. Adam Dorsay interviews novelist Andrew Davidson about Davidson's debut novel The Gargoyle and the role fiction can play in empathy and mental health. Davidson summarizes the book as a burn-ward patient approached by a woman who claims they were lovers 700 years ago, highlighting the tension between the narrator's atheism and Maryanne Engel's faith. He discusses his research-driven writing process, including firsthand outreach to a burn survivor, extensive historical sourcing, and deliberate choices balancing accuracy with emotional truth. Davidson explains cutting a much longer manuscript, securing representation from agent Eric Simonoff, and how the book's global publication—including translations and a reported $1.25 million advance—led to an overwhelming publicity tour that altered his relationship with writing. He describes later work in theater and ends by naming empathy as the key insight to improve society.00:00 Welcome to SuperPsyched00:26 Why Fiction Matters00:49 Introducing The Gargoyle02:28 Meet Andrew Davidson03:24 What The Book Is About06:44 Characters and The Author09:09 Researching Worlds and Trauma13:59 Accuracy vs Emotional Truth19:02 Trusting Intuition and Editing21:12 Loving the Writing Process22:26 Why Only One Novel24:39 Writing for Love25:40 Japan and The Gargoyle26:30 Fame and Touring Burnout29:11 Reset in Paris30:26 Theater and New Writing31:57 Writer Identity and Intrinsic Drive33:48 Landing a Top Agent36:07 Editing Down the Manuscript40:11 Luck Preparation and Gratitude42:35 Movie or Limited Series45:34 Winnipeg Theater Mission47:54 Empathy and FarewellHelpful Links:Andrew Davidson FacebookThe Gargoyle Book

Beat Migs! We chat with our Promotion's Director, Kaila, about the applications we've received.

Today, we're talking about various character elements in the DQ7R, such as when Aishe and Mervin come in, as well as vocations and how leveling them up in the new version changes the pacing of the entire game.If you're interested in winning a 4-day PAX East pass, click here: https://gleam.io/OnmoW/pax-east-giveawayAnd if you're up for checking out the Kickstarter Beej is a part of and writing the hardcover campaign for, here's the link for that: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/diceheads/storm-of-the-shadow-realm-an-animal-adventure-rpg?ref=7605v1

Today on Ascend: The Great Books Podcast, Dcn. Harrison Garlick and Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson of Pepperdine University discuss cantos 13-17 of Dante's Purgatorio--the purging of envy and wrath. Check out our 51 question and answer guide (35 pages!) to the Purgatorio. Check out our YOUTUBE page which has our episodes in playlists!Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson joins Deacon Harrison Garlick to discuss Cantos 13–17, covering the terraces of envy (Canto 13) and wrath (Cantos 14–17), with a strong focus on the central discourses in the middle of the Comedy. In Canto 13, the envious have their eyelids sewn shut with iron wire, a contrapasso that forces them to rely on others and recognize interdependence. Wilson explains: “envy is to look cross-eyed on another's blessings... to look askance,” and the disembodied voices proclaim examples of generosity (Cana, “I am Orestes,” “Love them from whom you've suffered evil”), teaching a mindset of abundance over scarcity (Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson). Sapia humbly confesses her envy and malice, contrasting with the divisive souls in Inferno.Cantos 14–15 transition to wrath, with visions of meekness (Mary and Joseph seeking Jesus, a tyrant sparing a youth, Stephen forgiving his stoners) and Virgil's discourse on goods: exhaustible earthly goods versus inexhaustible spiritual ones. Wilson notes: “envy stems from a mindset of scarcity versus Mary's mindset of abundance... able to supply where it looks like there's not enough in the world” (Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson). The pivotal Canto 16 (the exact midpoint of the Comedy) features Marco Lombardo's sermon on free will: “If the present world has gone astray, the cause is in you, look at yourselves” (Marco via transcript). Wilson calls it “the clearest sermon that Dante has about what's wrong with the world,” emphasizing that sin arises from misused free will, not fate or stars, and critiques the separation of temporal and spiritual powers.Canto 17 concludes the wrath terrace with Virgil's discourse on love as the root of all action (“Neither Creator nor creature was ever without love... natural or of the mind” – Virgil via transcript), which can be misdirected, deficient, or excessive. Wilson highlights the shift from reason to grace: “reason can't do it alone... you need this other kind of intervention” (Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson). The cantos underscore Purgatorio's hopeful pedagogy: purgation reorders love through grace, habituation, and contemplation, moving from misdirected to deficient love in preparation for the excessive attachments above. Wilson stresses the urgency: “the Purgatorio shows humanity in motion, dynamic humanity... it has the immediacy... that is an urgency to it” (Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson).Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Great Books Podcast04:06 Exploring Dante's Purgatorio07:20 The Great Books Program at Pepperdine University10:18 The Significance of Purgatorio13:27 Understanding Envy in Purgatorio16:17 Contrary Virtues: Generosity and Kindness19:22 The Role of Sight and Blindness in Envy22:15 Dante's Moral Lessons on Envy25:14 Comparative Analysis with Inferno30:33 Dante's Poetic Structure and Contrapasso32:15 Comparative Analysis of Characters in Inferno and Purgatorio33:54 The Role of Good and Bad Examples in Moral Education34:14 The Shift from Temporal to Eternal Mindsets34:20 Understanding Canto 14: The Importance of Examples39:35 Canto 15: The Inquiry into Goods and Wrath49:58 Canto 16: The Purging of Wrath and Examples of Virtue51:35 Ecstatic Visions and Penitent Souls52:19 The Tyrant's Moment of Virtue53:28 Humanity in Purgatorio54:38 The Role of Mary in Purgatory56:02 Saint Stephen's Example of Forgiveness57:12 Virgil's Limitations as a Guide59:12 The Nature of Freedom in Purgatory01:03:07 The Importance of Canto 1601:04:37 Understanding Freedom in Dante's Context01:07:32 The Role of Law and Governance01:14:39 Self-Reflection and the State of the World01:23:48 Exploring Wrath in Purgatory01:30:57 Understanding the Structure of PurgatoryKeywords: Dante's Purgatorio, Cantos 13-17, spiritual growth, virtues and vices, education, great books, Dante analysis Dante's Divine Comedy, Purgatory, Virtues and Vices, Free Will, Theology, Morality, Literature, Catholic Teaching, Spiritual Journey

G-Force has returned! Join Nick, Andrew, and James as they kick off season 5 with a discussion of 1961's Mothra! Plus all the ways in which this film changed the genre, the most shocking action taken by a human villain in a kaiju film, James's educational headcanon about what Rolisica truly is, and more!Introductions - (0:46)Synopsis - (1:45)Our History w/ Mothra - (5:29)Story & Characters - (8:43)Monsters & Special Effects - (52:53)Score - (1:10:00)MVP - (1:15:42)Brendan's Thoughts on Mothra - (1:18:46)Final Thoughts - (1:20:00)Next Time… - (1:26:33)Listener Feedback & Where to Find Us - (1:26:56)Sign Off - (1:29:55)Contact Us:Email: gforcekaijupod@gmail.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/gforcekaijupod.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gforcekaijupod/profilecard/?igsh=aWNoYzFtZHIwdHRqFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/15UT3JSkpH/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Are you ever going to text me?"1 minute to Wapner! This is definitely-definitely a good episode. Oh boy!"Jason, Jim, and Joseph created a list of the best fictional siblings in movies and television.Jason pays "Willie" money to repair his guitar.Garthe- the "e" is for evil.IAMOSCAR...dot Com I know it was you, Jim. You broke my heart with another Pacino impression.He went full savant.Joseph struggles with Boardwalk Empire, but finally agrees with Jim that it one of Steve Buscemi's best roles.If Lea always knew, then why did she make out with her brother?Where was Sybok hiding all this time?

Jessie Buckley spoke with Terry Gross about her role as Shakespeare's wife, Agnes, in ‘Hamnet,' directed by Chloé Zhao. She's nominated for an Oscar and already won a Golden Globe and a SAG Award for her performance. The Irish actor talks about motherhood, the singing competition show she did in her teens, and the infamous crying scene in ‘Hamnet.' To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

On this episode of Project Big Screen, October came early as we have two horror releases on the docket — SCREAM 7 and PSYCHO KILLER. Are either worth the price of admission? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. We also dive into the biggest story of the week, Paramount's winning bid for Warner Bros and what it means for the industry. And in honor of our horror heavy episode, we rank the most overrated characters from the genre — who's your pick? Timecodes: || Intro - (0:00) || Scream 7 Review - (2:40) || Scream 7 SPOILERS - (16:05) || Psycho Killer Review - (25:16) || Paramount Nabs WB - (35:05) || Criterion's Latest - (45:19) || GI Joe Back In Theaters - (47:54) || Sony Rebooting SPUMC - (50:08) || Awards Updates - (50:45) || Scary Movie 6 Trailer - (52:58) || Backrooms Trailer - (57:44) || What We're Watching - (1:00:11) || Physical Media Corner - (1:12:16) || Most Overrated Horror Characters - (1:13:34) PROJECT BIG SCREEN AWARDS VOTING: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZXk6NGcAykG2Ix-tW9363bPyfW3VMeZ-fDGaXH9ax2Gaf0g/viewform Follow us on Social Media: barstool.link/pbs X | Twitter | Letterboxd: @ProjBigScreen IG | Tik Tok: @ProjectBigScreen Our Personal Letterboxds: Jeff: @JeffDLowe Gooch: @BobGoochman Kenjac: @Kenjac Klemmer: @ChrisKlemmer Kirk: @KirkMinihaneYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/lightscamerabarstool

Jay Santos of the Citizen’s Auxiliary Police hosts Major Elvis Newton and wife Balloonia..the Balloona-na (her title) and remember the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup episode. Also Lou Newton. Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send a textAnother in memoriam episode this week, this time in honor of Eric Dane, AKA McSteamy. We ranked our top 5 characters from Grey's Anatomy - a true millennial classic (that's still going!)Owen kissing scenes: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=39kMs3hiD9YLexie death scene: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Xd5I8XCeTQIMade of Honor lisp scene: https://clip.cafe/made-of-honor-2008/we-wont-be-naming-our-child/

This week the council of the crust discussed the most hated characters in TV and film. Did you favorite character make the list? Do the Lannisters owe you owe you any money? Did Kate really make The Wiggles all of her choices ? Find out this week on the pod.

Big Jeff and Yaya start the process of character work for their screenplay.

Sermon from March 1, 2026; 6:00pm.

Adam and Josh share their Top 5 Catherine O’Hara Characters, revisiting the brilliance, range, and heart she brought to every role — from Delia and Cookie to Moira Rose and Mickey. A heartfelt tribute to a performer whose presence defined some of cinema and TV’s most hilarious moments. This episode is presented by⁠ Regal Unlimited⁠⁠, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits. Use code FILMSPOT26 to take 15% off. (Timecodes/chapters may not be precise with ads.) Intro (00:00:00-00:02:59) Top 5 Catherine O’Hara Characters (00:02:59-01:08:17) Filmspotting Family (01:08:18-01:14:18) Next Week, Notes (01:14:19-01:21:07) Massacre Theatre (01:21:08-01:29:08) Credits / New Releases (01:29:08-01:32:37) Notes/Links: -O’Hara On the “Wiser Than Me” Podcasthttps://lemonadamedia.com/podcast/julia-gets-wise-with-catherine-ohara/ -Catherine O’Hara’s 10 Best Roles | Consequence of Soundhttps://consequence.net/list/catherine-ohara-10-best-roles/after-hours/ Feedback: -Email us at feedback@filmspotting.net⁠⁠ -⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask Us Anything⁠⁠⁠⁠ and we might answer your question in bonus content. Support: -Join the Filmspotting Family for bonus episodes and archive access.https://filmspottingfamily.com -T-shirts and more available at the Filmspotting Shop.https://www.filmspotting.net/shop⁠⁠⁠ Follow: https://youtube.com/filmspotting https://instagram.com/filmspotting⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://letterboxd.com/filmspotting⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/filmspotting⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/filmspotting⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/larsenonfilm⁠ https://letterboxd.com/larsenonfilm⁠⁠⁠ https://facebook.com/larsenonfilm ⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/larsenonfilm.bsky.social⁠⁠See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Green of Frazier Foods promotes his new Twitter presence and to protest a GIF he saw of his head, with sticks of dynamite in each ear, exploding. Stephen Bosell got a hold of a brochure advertising a “sex robot camp” but he also heard the sex robot is capable of murder! Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello to you listening in Pasadena, California! Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds (and a bit more) for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga. I've been binge-watching The Big Bang Theory TV series as I do this time each year to humor me through our Pacific Northwest November to May Rain Festival. As you might know a consistent theme is the characters' devotion to comics and superheroes. Why? The characters are highly intelligent, socially awkward nerds who have difficulty navigating society whereas the superheroes possess save-the-day abilities, rare powers, and bravery. Comics can be a safe place to fantasize living idealized versions of themselves as the nerd-turned-hero. But what do the Superheroes have to say about living life as a Superhero? Following are 7 quotes: 1. “When you decide not to be afraid you can find friends in super unexpected places.” — Ms. Marvel 2. “Everybody's story begins “once upon a time,” and it's up to us to cherish the time we're given to ensure we live happily ever after.” — Scarlet Witch 3. “I have no idea where I'm going to be tomorrow but I accept the fact that tomorrow will come and I'm going to rise to meet it.” — Donna Troy 4. “The fate of your planet rests not in the hands of gods. It rests in the hands of mortals.” — Thor 5. “The future is worth it. All the pain. All the tears. The future is worth the fight.” — Martian Manhunter 6. “The door is more than it appears. It separates who you are from who you can be. You do not have to walk through it… You can run.” — Franklin Richards 7. “A hero can be anyone. Even a man doing something as simple as putting a coat around a little boy's shoulders to let him know the world hasn't ended.” — Batman Story Prompt: For a long time your character has felt that she is more than she appears to be but does not believe she has what it takes to show up fully in her power until one day a door appears in a wall and she .... write that story and share it out loud!    You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. Be sure to stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, email me to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.  If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

Chef Chodillia and Ted Bell take exception to Dr Sadler saying people who like Mexican food have big, wide asses. Later, they get “Return of the Mack” depression.Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We ask the rockaholics.

The Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel (2017) vs The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka (1915)

Dr Jim Sadler with “Good Health and Goodbye.” Dr Sadler posits the idea that not liking Mexican immigrants means your fat ass needs to stop eating Mexican food. Same thing with Thai food, same thing with Chinese food, same thing with Japanese food..Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prof. Laura McGrath returns to talk with Jeff and Rebecca about statistics that show just how much readers read what they are. Mostly. For some readers. Most readers. But not all. It's complicated. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Join The Book Riot Podcast Patreon for bonus content and ad-free listening. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob Green from Frazier Foods is arrested for assaulting a guy saying “All y’all” at his store.Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Ron Turner celebrates the possible release of Unexplained Aerial Phenomena files. He recounts the time he “69ed” with an alien. Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Don Berman rules out his life in adult films… As if we didn’t know. Turns out Hendrie has an entire staff of people who pretty much have to cover up their you know what before they walk into a room. Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Elcott and Gloria Grover roll out “Elcott…The Underneath.” A new podcast explaining the “afterlife.” Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.