Podcasts about conventions

The word “heretic” gets bandied about online so much these days that it has become almost meaningless, but it remains an important theological concept with serious implications for the life of the church.   In this unexpectedly sobering Trivia Challenge, Rachel quizzes Erin and Sarah on the meanings and history of major heresies in the church, from Gnosticism to modernism and beyond.  What even is “heresy,” anyway? Where is heresy mentioned in the Bible? How were the ecumenical creeds specifically formulated to combat heresy? What are good and bad ways to respond to heresy in the church? And is heresy still something we actually struggle with today?   Resources referenced in this episode include the following:   Journey through Church History: Student Book - Concordia Publishing House (highly recommended for families and educators!)  Journey through Church History: Leader Guide - Concordia Publishing House  Lutheran Witness: May 2025 – The Lutheran Witness: Councils and Conventions  Lutheran Witness: August 2023 – The Lutheran Witness: Heresies Ancient and Modern  Other sources mentioned include:  Jakob Wendesten (@jakobwendesten) | TikTok  HETERODOX Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster  DOXOLOGY Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster  36 Bible verses about Heresies  Arianism | Definition, History, Christology, & Controversy | Britannica  Bishop Nicholas Loses His Cool ::: St. Nicholas Center  Did St. Nicholas punch Arius at the Council of Nicaea?  Ecumenical council - Wikipedia  Albigensian Crusade - Wikipedia  Gnosticism | Definition, Texts, Movements, & Influence | Britannica  Connect with the Lutheran Ladies on social media in The Lutheran Ladies' Lounge Facebook discussion group (facebook.com/groups/LutheranLadiesLounge) and on Instagram @lutheranladieslounge. Follow Sarah (@hymnnerd), Rachel (@rachbomberger), and Erin (@erinaltered) on Instagram! Sign up for the Lutheran Ladies' Lounge monthly e-newsletter here, and email the Ladies at lutheranladies@kfuo.org.

Urdu Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on June 20th, 2025 (audio)

Urdu Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on June 13th, 2025 (audio)

Our episode recorded in Basel, Switzerland (no mic so sound is not as good) WordCamp EU 2025 – largest of the WordCamps in the world Networking and meeting up with friends WP Entended – https://wpextended.io/ Functionality that should be in core – No conflicts between modules Free and Pro versions available Conventions are really tiring, ... Read more

Recorded live from this year's LightReel Film Festival, hear the full BIG MONSTER FEELINGS panel. The post BIG MONSTER FEELINGS Panel – LightReel Film Festival 2025 appeared first on idobi.

What's up ghouls, gals, and all of our paranormal and horror lovers out there. In today's episode we will be diving into two of our favorite topics: horror movies & the paranormal. Joining us in this discussion is horror lover and podcast host Ben Beck. Ben is host of Wilhelm Podcast, as well as panel moderator at various pop culture conventions throughout the United States.Send us a Message!Follow us on all of our social media platforms:InstagramFacebookTikTok

Adam Green is a filmmaker, screenwriter, and horror icon best known for creating the Hatchet franchise and directing cult favorites like Frozen, Digging Up the Marrow, Spiral, Chillerama, and more. He is the co-host of The Movie Crypt podcast and founder of ArieScope Pictures.In this episode, Adam opens up about the brutal reality of filmmaking — from nearly walking away during the pandemic and the collapse of his dream project, Killer Pizza, to streaming platforms dismantling independent film. He shares personal stories of building a cult audience, the real reason Scary Sleepover disappeared from YouTube, and the constant battle to keep creative control. We also discuss the aftermath of the strike, censorship by the MPAA, and the madness of navigating Hollywood as an indie horror director.We talk origins of Hatchet, casting horror legends, the convention circuit, the return of slashers, and the death of physical media. Adam reflects on directing a younger cast in his upcoming film The Ascent, and shares untold stories about working with Tony Todd, Felissa Rose, Sid Haig, and the chaos of some of his most iconic films.Also covered: Yorkiethon 2025, the potential return of Scary Sleepover, social media controversies, Terrifier, cancel culture, and how horror has evolved in the age of streaming.—Subscribe: youtube.com/@TalksFromTheCryptFollow On Social Media –Talks From The Crypt: https://instagram.com/talksfromthecrypt / https://talksfromthecrypt.com Adam Green: https://www.instagram.com/adam_fn_greenYORKIETHON JULY 25-27, 2025: https://www.ariescope.comThe Movie Crypt Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt—00:00:00 - Intro00:00:30 - The Movie Crypt Podcast, Wanting to Quit, Killer Pizza, Streaming vs. Physical Media, Pandemic Aftermath00:13:35 - The Reality of Filmmaking, Filming & Touring Hatchet and Frozen, Dealing With Critics00:20:47 - Holliston, Finding DP Will Barrett, First Feature Film, and Lessons In Actually Finishing What You Start00:29:32 - Writing, Working with Comedy, 48 Hour Live Stream, ArieScope's YouTube Channel - Halloween Shorts and Scary Sleepover00:39:48 - The Selection of Adam's Casts, Directing Performances, Working With a New Cast on 'Ascent', Being the "Old Guy" On Set00:53:44 - Casting Horror Icons, The Death and The Reviving of Slashers, Remakes & Reboots, Keeping Screenplays Private01:03:45 - Relinquishing Creative Control, Censorship, Trailers Spoiling the Film, Writing 'I, Survivor,' Writing Real Names Into Scripts01:15:11 - Vivid Detail in Writing, Digging Up The Marrow, Headaches of Distribution, Fan Letters and Theories01:47:16 - Using Practical FX, Final Destination, Bloodlines, Using Fears for Plots01:58:47 - Recasting Marybeth in Hatchet, Good Looking Casts, Filming Overseas in Malta, Grateful To Be a Filmmaker02:05:57 - The Strike and Pandemic's Effect on Hollywood, Damien Leone Twitter Controversy, Cancel Culture, and Social Media02:23:09 - Meeting Fans at Conventions, Tattoos, Being Lucky to Exist in Horror Culture, Bringing Back Scary Sleepover, Tony Todd, Sid Haig, and Making Friends With Anxiety02:38:19 - The Last Drive-In, Getting Booked at Conventions, Adam's Growth Since Hatchet 1, and Future Projects02:47:27 - Terrifier, MPAA's Censorship, Making Sequels02:54:28 - Horror Stories of Getting Recognized in Public, Yorkiethon, Gratitude for Horror Community03:03:19 - Adam Green's Social Media, Yorkiethon (JULY 25-27, 2025), and Outro—Copyright Disclaimer:Under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.

On this creeptastic episode of Earthling Entertainment, Joe and Ryan are discussing a giant Spider Cryptid found in the Congo called the J'ba FoFi. Then, a Michigan marijuana dispensary is offering an award for anyone who brings in a photograph of the Monroe Bigfoot. Which original “Harry Potter” cast member has just rejoined the franchise? When can we expect the live action “Legend of Zelda” movie? Is the Shawn Levy Star Wars film, “Star Wars: Starfighter,” actually going to happen? Lucas Film says yes, but we're a bit dubious. All this and a whole lot more on this week's Earthling Entertainment! 

Send us a textTy and Troy share what they've been playing, building, and backing—from Zombicide: White Death and Frosthaven to Pendragon 6E and Legions Imperialis. They also talk hobby progress, new Kickstarters, and Ty and Raf's new Goonhammer podcast The Campaign Trail. The main topic dives into adapting favorite books and movies into RPG encounters and miniature wargame scenarios, bringing epic moments from page and screen to the tabletop.Games We Played & Talked AboutZombicide: White Death – with Lacuna Coil & TMNT expansionsFrosthavenPendragon 6E – Arthurian RPG campaignCarcassonneDorfromantikRelic Blade – Caverns of Kural terrainLegions ImperialisTrench CrusadeBooks, Shows & MediaThe Last of Us Season 2 (HBO)Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells – and Apple TV adaptationWitch King by Martha WellsSolo Leveling (Anime)Inevitable RuinThe Buffalo Hunter HunterFantasticlandOtherThe Campaign Trail – new campaign-focused podcast on Goonhammer PatreonUniversal Studios D&D Experience – Waterdeep live-action attraction https://youtu.be/hdHJvBCGz_Q?si=K38VPvUPQkETtVRVCrowdfundingSin Eater https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/huntersbooks/sin-eater-0Helwick Part II - Hell Hath No Fury https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/terrabloks/helwick-part-ii-hell-hath-no-furyBlades in the Dark Deep Cuts https://johnharper.itch.io/deep-cutsPlayin' and Slayin' is proud to be a member of the Goonhammer Media Network. Find more podcasts like this one at https://media.goonhammer.com/

A new “Top 250” study found that 88% of the top 250 conventions in the country will meet in only 20 cities and New Orleans tops the list at number three, behind only San Diego and Orlando. Stephanie Turner, SVP of convention sales and strategies for New Orleans & Co. explains how this industry works, how competition has changed post-Covid and how New Orleans is positioned for the future.

Mervyn and Nicki dive into the nitty-gritty of convention schedule logistics, which might be helpful for artists who are starting out.  Mervyn discusses some of the history of Artist Alley and advocates for corner booth supremacy as Nicki warns people against heading out the same day as a convention ends (at least if you can help it!) and keeping your eyes peeled for local, non-convention events to participate in.

Stephen Sondheim is the composer and lyricist of some of the most well-regarded musical theatre ever made. We delve into his life, work and impact on the form.We hear archival interviews with Sondheim himself and are joined by performer Philip Quast, author Joanne Gordon (Art Isn't Easy: The Theatre of Stephen Sondheim), director of several Sondheim productions, Dean Bryant, and Sonya Suares, founding artistic director of the Sondheim repertory company Watch This.

LW1457 - Straying from Conventions Everybody complains about dandelions in their yard, but photographically they are just gorgeous little plants. Who among us has not photographed a dandelion once it's gone to seed? This has me thinking about other botanical subjects. Photographs of roses, orchids, peonies, calla lilies, all well and good. But why does no one ever photograph poison ivy, thistle, mullein, and all the other weeds against which we are so prejudiced? The artist's role is to be a seer, and it appears that part of being a seer is to let go of our prejudices. All previous episodes of our weekly podcast are available to members of LensWork Online. 30-day Trial Memberships are only $10. Instant access, terabytes of content, inspiration and ideas that expand daily with new content. Sign up for instant access! You might also be interested in. . . Every Picture Is a Compromise, a series at www.brooksjensenarts.com. and... "How to" tutorials and camera reviews are everywhere on YouTube, but if you're interested in photography and the creative life, you need to know about the incredible resources you can access as a member of LensWork Online.

Du hast es dir gewünscht, also sprechen wir über Regeln auf Conventions für Cosplayer! Warum? Vielleicht bist du noch nicht so lange dabei oder hattest bisher nicht auf dem Schirm, dass für Cosplayer auf Conventions durchaus bestimmte Regeln gelten. Welche Regeln das sind und inwiefern sie für das Miteinander sinnvoll sind, besprechen Philipp und ich am Beispiel der Regeln der Manga-Comic-Con (Buchmesse Leipzig) und der DoKomi.

Urdu Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on June 6th, 2025 (audio)

Bengali translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on June 6th, 2025 (audio)

Tamil translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on June 6th, 2025 (audio)

Turkish translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on June 6th, 2025 (audio)

Tune in here to this Thursday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show! Brett kicks off the program by talking about the ongoing tax cut debate and what he sees as the disappointing response from supposed conservatives. He expresses disbelief that his audience—whom he considers smart—is falling for political distractions and failing to support what he believes is a crucial tax cut. Drawing comparisons to Hillary Clinton, Moses, and even WWE, Brett accuses some conservatives of abandoning their principles when political pressure rises. He criticizes figures like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Lindsey Graham while warning that giving up now will lead to a return to Obama-era tax policies We're joined by Mark Lynch from South Carolina to talk about the “big beautiful bill” and his potential run for U.S. Senate in 2026. Lynch, a businessman and ordained deacon, strongly supports former President Donald Trump and criticizes Senator Lindsey Graham for opposing the bill and focusing on foreign policy in Ukraine. He accuses Graham of prioritizing defense contractor interests and speculates about possible misconduct. Lynch also shares concerns about inflation and immigration, blaming the Biden administration for economic struggles and claiming unmarked buses are transporting undocumented individuals into communities. Later we’re joined by Breaking Brett Jensen to discuss the North Carolina Republican Convention underway in Greensboro. Reporting live from the convention center, Jensen highlights the early arrivals, including major GOP figures like Michael Whatley and Jason Simmons, as well as candidates and speakers such as Virginia Foxx, Addison McDowell, and Mark Harris. He shares an exclusive interview with Dave Warren, former head of election integrity for the NCGOP, who helped launch a statewide and eventually national effort to monitor all precincts with legal oversight. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Gahl is Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Visit Indy   Listen to Circle City Success Podcast episode 210, where you'll hear Chris tell us about...   ● How a job posting landed him a start to his tourism career in the state of Hawaii for several years and how that shaped his journey to this day ● On any given week Indy might have 5-6 prospective conventions, conferences, or major sporting events walking the city for planning future events. The saying is "if you look you book."  ● How Indy competes with all the major cities in the nation and how this helps Indy land the biggest well known events in the United States. An opportunity Indy has is that we are not proud enough of what our city has to offer yet we are competitng with the largest cities in the United States. Some upcoming major sporting events that may land in Indy over the next several years.   Circle City Success Podcast Partners & Sponsors  

Hear conversations about The Phoenician Scheme, Karate Kid: Legends, and Dogma, plus an interview with The Librarians: The Next Chapter's executive producer Dean Devlin. The post The Phoenician Scheme, Karate Kid: Legends, Dogma, The Librarians: The Next Chapter x Dean Devlin appeared first on idobi.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: learn how adventure is a way of life at Northeast Wilderness Experience as Deanna meets the owner whose lifelong passion for the outdoors drives every expedition. Jim discovers the power of hospitality and tourism careers in the Poconos at companies like Kalahari Resorts & Conventions and Camelback Resort and highlights the people who work every day to make us Pocono Proud. Tag along with Brianna as she tours the ForEvergreen Nature Preserve, a former golf course in Stroud Township that has it all: hiking, wildlife, public workshops, access to the Brodhead Creek for fishing, and more! Tourism pros share their favorite Pocono Places with Jim, then Deanna learns about the journey of Mountain View Vineyard from its humble beginnings as a small family venture to its present as one of the region's most beloved wineries, breweries and distilleries.  Summon your courage and be one of the first the first to step inside the attic at The Candle Shoppe of the Poconos; this corner of the former biological research lab has never before been open to the public and is part of the "The Haunted" tour. Gouldsboro State Park is next up in the “State Parks in the Poconos” series as Jim explores the park's ideal outdoor recreation for visitors and job training for future parks employees. Finally, the new "Chefs of the Poconos" series kicks off with an interview with Lyman Winner and Eric Noone of The Frogtown Chophouse as they share an inside look at the signature dishes and story of this iconic fine dining restaurant in the Poconos.

Urdu Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 30th, 2025 (audio)

Bengali translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 30th, 2025 (audio)

Tamil translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 30th, 2025 (audio)

French translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 30th, 2025 (audio)

Turkish translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 30th, 2025 (audio)

Attending a professional work event soon? In this episode of HR Party of One, we're breaking down exactly how to prepare, connect, and follow up like a pro—so you can grow your network and your career, one conversation at a time.Find us at https://www.bernieportal.com/hr-party-of-one/BerniePortal: The all-in-one HRIS that makes building a business & managing its people easy. http://bit.ly/2NEQ5QbWhat is an HRIS?https://www.bernieportal.com/hris/BernieU: Your free one-stop shop for compelling, convenient, and comprehensive HR training and courses that will keep you up-to-date on all things human resources. Approved for SHRM & HRCI recertification credit hours. Enroll today!https://www.bernieportal.com/bernieu/Join the HR Party of One Community!https://hubs.ly/Q02mNML90▬ Social Media ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bernieportal▬ Podcast▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬► Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hr-party-of-one/id1495233115► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ViQkKdatT40DPLJkY2pgA► Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1874beb8-2a68-4310-8816-e704e6850995/HR-Party-of-One► iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-hr-party-of-one-57127074/#► Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/o6e2auqq►RSS: https://feeds.captivate.fm/hrpartyofone/ ► Other: https://hrpartyofone.captivate.fm/listen#HR, #HumanResources, #HRTips, #HumanResourcesTips, #SmallBusiness, #HRPartyOfOne, #Networking

Urdu Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 23rd, 2025 (audio)

The SuperBanana Lunch Episode: A Pleasant Meetup, A Conversation, The Cold Arrow of Criticism, A Recurring Character, Why Go to Meetings, Social Gathering as a Component, A Long and Fruitful Life, Meetings and Gatherings, Conventions and Lunch. I may have covered this situation before, but I've had more time to think about it and it's just gotten more ridiculous.

Bengali translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 23rd, 2025 (audio)

Guest hosts Adrienne Boykins and Tiesha Brunson join Julian and Sherin for a conversation about Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour, Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, James Gunn's new Superman trailer, Forever on Netflix, and more. The post Cowboy Carter Tour, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, Superman, Forever appeared first on idobi.

Constitutional Conventions: Theories, Practices and Dynamics (Routledge, 2025) is an excellent edited volume exploring the various ways in which governments and constitutional structures operate in the spaces that are not necessarily articulated in law, edict, or formal documents. This is not a text about the folks who gathered together in 1787 in Philadelphia, or even those who wrote new constitutional structures after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Conventions means the rules that govern the interactions between political actors and the governments they inhabit. In many ways, this refers to the kinds of norms that have grown up around different parts of the systems of government. The strength and endurance of those rules or norms can change over time and in response to crises or dynamic changes. Constitutional Conventions: Theories, Practices, and Dynamics explores these thick and thin dimensions of the governing structures from a comparative perspective, taking up Anglo and American systems in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. The book also examines the cases of Hungary and Czechia (the Czech Republic), two post-Cold War systems; and finally, also, China. In considering these constitutional conventions, we can think of them as structures or engagement that is not enforced by the courts, since these are not, per se, written constitutional laws. In long standing liberal democracies, there is an inclination towards adhering to conventions. But when these conventions are under strain, how they work, or maintain “regular order” becomes a critical test within the established governmental systems. Constitutional Conventions provides another dimension of significant interest in the discussion of how China works within these kinds of conventions within the process in which political individuals come up through the governmental and party systems and move into leadership roles. The comparative case study of Hungary and Czechia indicates that even in somewhat similar structures, the conventions and norms are not always the same. Constitutional Conventions: Theories, Practices, and Dynamics is an important analysis of the ways in which governmental structures work beyond what is written or built as the official system. The discussions cover theoretical, practical, and comparative dimensions of our understandings of the processes and functions of governments. Lilly J. Goren is a professor of political science at Carroll University in Waukesha, WI. She is co-editor of The Politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (University Press of Kansas, 2022), as well as co-editor of the award winning book, Women and the White House: Gender, Popular Culture, and Presidential Politics (University Press of Kentucky, 2012), Email her comments at lgoren@carrollu.edu or send her missives at Bluesky @gorenlj. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Constitutional Conventions: Theories, Practices and Dynamics (Routledge, 2025) is an excellent edited volume exploring the various ways in which governments and constitutional structures operate in the spaces that are not necessarily articulated in law, edict, or formal documents. This is not a text about the folks who gathered together in 1787 in Philadelphia, or even those who wrote new constitutional structures after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Conventions means the rules that govern the interactions between political actors and the governments they inhabit. In many ways, this refers to the kinds of norms that have grown up around different parts of the systems of government. The strength and endurance of those rules or norms can change over time and in response to crises or dynamic changes. Constitutional Conventions: Theories, Practices, and Dynamics explores these thick and thin dimensions of the governing structures from a comparative perspective, taking up Anglo and American systems in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. The book also examines the cases of Hungary and Czechia (the Czech Republic), two post-Cold War systems; and finally, also, China. In considering these constitutional conventions, we can think of them as structures or engagement that is not enforced by the courts, since these are not, per se, written constitutional laws. In long standing liberal democracies, there is an inclination towards adhering to conventions. But when these conventions are under strain, how they work, or maintain “regular order” becomes a critical test within the established governmental systems. Constitutional Conventions provides another dimension of significant interest in the discussion of how China works within these kinds of conventions within the process in which political individuals come up through the governmental and party systems and move into leadership roles. The comparative case study of Hungary and Czechia indicates that even in somewhat similar structures, the conventions and norms are not always the same. Constitutional Conventions: Theories, Practices, and Dynamics is an important analysis of the ways in which governmental structures work beyond what is written or built as the official system. The discussions cover theoretical, practical, and comparative dimensions of our understandings of the processes and functions of governments. Lilly J. Goren is a professor of political science at Carroll University in Waukesha, WI. She is co-editor of The Politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (University Press of Kansas, 2022), as well as co-editor of the award winning book, Women and the White House: Gender, Popular Culture, and Presidential Politics (University Press of Kentucky, 2012), Email her comments at lgoren@carrollu.edu or send her missives at Bluesky @gorenlj. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

Constitutional Conventions: Theories, Practices and Dynamics (Routledge, 2025) is an excellent edited volume exploring the various ways in which governments and constitutional structures operate in the spaces that are not necessarily articulated in law, edict, or formal documents. This is not a text about the folks who gathered together in 1787 in Philadelphia, or even those who wrote new constitutional structures after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Conventions means the rules that govern the interactions between political actors and the governments they inhabit. In many ways, this refers to the kinds of norms that have grown up around different parts of the systems of government. The strength and endurance of those rules or norms can change over time and in response to crises or dynamic changes. Constitutional Conventions: Theories, Practices, and Dynamics explores these thick and thin dimensions of the governing structures from a comparative perspective, taking up Anglo and American systems in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. The book also examines the cases of Hungary and Czechia (the Czech Republic), two post-Cold War systems; and finally, also, China. In considering these constitutional conventions, we can think of them as structures or engagement that is not enforced by the courts, since these are not, per se, written constitutional laws. In long standing liberal democracies, there is an inclination towards adhering to conventions. But when these conventions are under strain, how they work, or maintain “regular order” becomes a critical test within the established governmental systems. Constitutional Conventions provides another dimension of significant interest in the discussion of how China works within these kinds of conventions within the process in which political individuals come up through the governmental and party systems and move into leadership roles. The comparative case study of Hungary and Czechia indicates that even in somewhat similar structures, the conventions and norms are not always the same. Constitutional Conventions: Theories, Practices, and Dynamics is an important analysis of the ways in which governmental structures work beyond what is written or built as the official system. The discussions cover theoretical, practical, and comparative dimensions of our understandings of the processes and functions of governments. Lilly J. Goren is a professor of political science at Carroll University in Waukesha, WI. She is co-editor of The Politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (University Press of Kansas, 2022), as well as co-editor of the award winning book, Women and the White House: Gender, Popular Culture, and Presidential Politics (University Press of Kentucky, 2012), Email her comments at lgoren@carrollu.edu or send her missives at Bluesky @gorenlj. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/law

It's been nearly 8 years since Samantha aka LiliAvacyn has been on the podcast. A lot has changed since their first episode, and now they're back for a second one! Samantha talks about this year being their 20 year convention anniversary. We talk about how conventions have changed over time, from experiences, to guests, panels, and overall fun. One of the topics that Samantha wanted to talk about was cosplay and their adjustments to cosplay and conventions with a disability. You'll hear how Samantha has adapted cosplays to include their wheelchair, wheelchairs and the convention spaces, and more. Not only is Samantha speaking up in the cosplay and convention space when it comes to accessibility, we also talk about it with one of their newer fandoms - K-Pop. Samantha talks about getting into K-Pop, their favorite group, Ateez, and experiences with two different concert venues and the steps taken for accessibility. I am glad that Samantha was able to come back and share their stories with me, and by extension, with all of you. You can find Samantha at: https://www.instagram.com/liliavacyn/ https://liliavacyncosplay.tumblr.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@liliavacyn You can listen to Samantha's original episode here: https://talesfromthefandom.libsyn.com/episode-62-samantha-aka-necroticnymph-cosplay

Urdu Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 16th, 2025 (audio)

English translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 16th, 2025 (audio)

On today's Tori Stori, Miss Spelling shares what it was like taking her youngest to his first convention. She discovered that kids get bored very quickly and that it doesn't matter whether you're a Baldwin or David Silver, impressing an 8 year old is tough, even for his mom. Get ready as Tori name drops and fan hops her way through a weekend in Palm Springs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Tori Stori, Miss Spelling shares what it was like taking her youngest to his first convention. She discovered that kids get bored very quickly and that it doesn't matter whether you're a Baldwin or David Silver, impressing an 8 year old is tough, even for his mom. Get ready as Tori name drops and fan hops her way through a weekend in Palm Springs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Tori Stori, Miss Spelling shares what it was like taking her youngest to his first convention. She discovered that kids get bored very quickly and that it doesn't matter whether you're a Baldwin or David Silver, impressing an 8 year old is tough, even for his mom. Get ready as Tori name drops and fan hops her way through a weekend in Palm Springs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Tori Stori, Miss Spelling shares what it was like taking her youngest to his first convention. She discovered that kids get bored very quickly and that it doesn't matter whether you're a Baldwin or David Silver, impressing an 8 year old is tough, even for his mom. Get ready as Tori name drops and fan hops her way through a weekend in Palm Springs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Tori Stori, Miss Spelling shares what it was like taking her youngest to his first convention. She discovered that kids get bored very quickly and that it doesn't matter whether you're a Baldwin or David Silver, impressing an 8 year old is tough, even for his mom. Get ready as Tori name drops and fan hops her way through a weekend in Palm Springs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4️⃣ What would it look like to be trapped in a 4D world?

S.T. Patrick joins Dave to talk about Conventions, as Digital to Dice Con 2025 is fast approaching.

Urdu Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 9th, 2025 (audio)

English translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on May 9th, 2025 (audio)