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In this episode of the Pizza Marketplace podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace, chats with Sonia Barajas-Najera, vice president of franchise administration for Shakey's Pizza. Shakey's began franchising in the 1950s shortly after it was founded.After a number of ownership changes, the brand currently has 43 units. There's a new flagship in Culver City that took two years to design and create, Barajas-Najera said, and has been well received by consumers who enjoy the restaurant's retro vibes, warm colors and 1980s memorabilia. Shakey's also did a rebrand, but at the core of the company is its food, which remains the same. Shakey's is known for its thin-crust pizza, as well as its pan pizza and proprietary items like its chicken and its iconic Mojo potatoes.With an 80s throwback style at its core, how does Shakeys keep the brand feeling cool for Gen Z while still being a home base for the Gen Xers who grew up there?"There's the Gen X, there's Gen Z. Everyone is in there," Barajas-Najera explained. "We've created a place that has allowed people to come in and just be themselves and disconnect from everything that we're always doing, rushing. We're coining it as slow, casual, because we're not fast, we're not casual. We're just a slow casual. Come in, have a good time, be entertained."When looking for franchisees, Barajas-Najera said they seek people who are passionate about the Shakey's Pizza brand. The Shakey's team gives its franchisees lots of support before, during and after opening.Barajas-Najera suggests potential franchisees do their due diligence and really research a brand before signing on the dotted line. Shakey's is a brand with 70 years of experience behind it, but it's going through an exciting chapter."We feel like we're restarting," Barajas-Najera said. "We're just relaunching."To learn more about Shakey's and Barajas-Najera's role in its expansion plans, listen to the podcast in its entirety.

Paris Chong welcomes Lee Kaplan, owner of the long-lived Arcana Books in Culver City, a destination known for its vast selection of visually-driven material, including modern and contemporary art, photography, music, and fashion. Kaplan discusses his eclectic background, revealing he was a musician and visual artist before opening his store. Notably, he was one of the original three employees at Rhino Records starting in 1975, where he pioneered the store's renowned selection of jazz, world music, and reggae imports.Kaplan founded Arcana Books in 1984, originally operating out of a one-bedroom apartment in Westwood. The name "Arcana" was inspired by an avant-garde composer (and was strategically chosen to start with "A" for the pre-internet Yellow Pages). He reflects on the dramatic transformation of the book-selling landscape since the 1980s, noting the closure of many original, small used bookstores. Kaplan contrasts the early days of "the thrill of the chase" when hunting for used books with the modern grind of managing the business, sharing that his wife and partner, Whitney, assists with the operations from an annex in the Helms Bakery complex.Today, Arcana is situated in the Helms Bakery complex, in a building rebuilt on the site of the official bakery for the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics. Kaplan emphasizes that the store serves as more than just a retail space; it acts as a "confluence and meeting place" that connects artists, photographers, and publishers for various projects, an aspect he finds very rewarding. They also discuss the importance of books as a tangible calling card for photographers, mentioning the legendary initial success of Ed Templeton's “Teenage Smokers*”*, and reflect on the patronage of late client Diane Keaton, who was a passionate book lover and photographer.Show Notes:www.theparischongshow.com/episodes/lee-kaplan-arcana-books-art-and-the-history-of-los-angeles-book-cultureChapters:00:00 Show Intro and Guest01:27 From Music to Books03:24 Rhino Records Deep Dive06:00 West LA Food Detour07:27 Family Roots and Influences11:09 Why Arcana Books15:10 Bookstore Life and Partnership24:32 Old Hollywood Holdouts25:03 Diane Keaton at Arcana29:22 Arcana's Book Universe31:11 Famous Faces and Connections34:45 Selling Books and Being Cut Out40:04 Why Photographers Need Books44:17 Martin Parr Pick and Final Plug

Isaac G. Bryan represents California's 55th Assembly District, which consists of Baldwin Hills, the Crenshaw District, Culver City, Ladera Heights, Mar Vista, Del Rey, Palms, Pico-Robertson, Beverly Grove, Mid-Wilshire, and large parts of South Los Angeles. Mr. Bryan serves as Chair of the Committee on Natural Resources as well as Chair of the Assembly Select Committee on The Status of Boys and Men of Color. In addition, he serves as a member of the following committees: Government Organization, Judiciary, Privacy & Consumer Protection, and the Joint Legislative Committee on Climate Change Policies.https://www.instagram.com/ib2_real/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Isaac G. Bryan represents California's 55th Assembly District, which consists of Baldwin Hills, the Crenshaw District, Culver City, Ladera Heights, Mar Vista, Del Rey, Palms, Pico-Robertson, Beverly Grove, Mid-Wilshire, and large parts of South Los Angeles. Mr. Bryan serves as Chair of the Committee on Natural Resources as well as Chair of the Assembly Select Committee on The Status of Boys and Men of Color. In addition, he serves as a member of the following committees: Government Organization, Judiciary, Privacy & Consumer Protection, and the Joint Legislative Committee on Climate Change Policies.https://www.instagram.com/ib2_real/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Before we get started, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to The Network Studios in Culver City for making this week's episode recording possible. From the ease of scheduling to their outstanding facilities and podcast production expertise, the entire experience was exceptional. A special thank you goes to studio owner Kenyon, whose generosity, kindness, hospitality, and willingness to help made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. For more information or to schedule a session when you're in the Southern California area, contact TNS at the URL below. For years, Lee Cooper and I have spoken across an ocean. We've recorded podcast episodes together, exchanged messages, supported one another's work, and watched each other's journeys unfold from opposite sides of the world. This week, that changed. After years of conversations through microphones and computer screens, Lee and I finally sat down together in the same room to record this episode from Southern California. Longtime listeners may remember Lee from previous appearances on the podcast, where he courageously shared his experience of surviving childhood sexual abuse and spoke openly about the challenges, setbacks, and victories that accompanied his healing journey. He later returned to introduce Victorious Voices, a survivor community he created to help people impacted by sexual trauma find connection, understanding, and support. Since then, that vision has continued to expand. What began as one survivor's decision to break his silence has grown into an international movement that brings survivors together through community, advocacy, conversation, creativity, and shared understanding. Lee is also an extraordinarily talented photographer whose work has been exhibited internationally. Through the Victorious Voices Portrait Project, survivors are invited to step in front of the camera and reclaim ownership of how they are seen. The portraits are not about victimization. They are about humanity, dignity, resilience, courage, and hope. During Lee's recent visit to Southern California, he invited me to participate in the project myself. It was a tremendous honor and a deeply meaningful experience that made this conversation even more special. This episode is about much more than photography. It's about friendship, healing, purpose, and what becomes possible when survivors refuse to remain invisible. Lee's work continues to challenge silence while creating spaces where people can be seen, heard, believed, and supported. If you've ever wondered how one person's decision to tell the truth can grow into something that impacts lives around the world, I think you'll find this conversation both powerful and unforgettable. An important side note: if you're finding value in this show and these conversations, please consider leaving a 5-star rating on your podcast platform—it truly helps more people find these stories. You can also follow Sexual Assault Survivor Stories on Instagram and send me a note of support. I can't tell you how much your emails mean to me—they fuel my passion to keep this podcast going. And if you're a victim or survivor and you feel like you might be ready to share your story—whether for your own healing or to help someone else—reach out to me. We can start a conversation, with no pressure and no expectations. You can email me directly at dave@sasstories.com. Please include a phone number where I can reach you, because I genuinely prefer to talk with people who are considering guesting. Thank you to everyone who has already reached out—and please keep those emails coming. I truly look forward to hearing from you. Here are some critically important links that I hope you'll take the time to explore. Where a contribution is requested, please consider doing so. Thank you—for listening, for believing survivors, and for being part of this community. Instagram handle: victorious_voices24 https://placesnowhere.com/victorious-voices https://the network studioshttps://www.stillwholewellness.com/ https://www.projectcallisto.org/https://documenttheabuse.org/ https://hassl.uk/https://saprea.org/ https://1in6.org/ https://time.com/wpcontent/uploads/2014/09/repeat_rape.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com https://safeinharmsway.org https://startbybelieving.org https://evawintl.org/ As mentioned, and emphasized, it's time to Normalize the Conversation.™ And please remember to Start by Believing…because we all know someone whose life has been impacted by rape or sexual assault. (Check out https://evawintl.org/ & https://startbybelieving.org for more information on "Start By Believing"!) Thank you for tuning in. --Dave

Not only is my sister Melissa Clark a force of nature, she also published a fantastic young adult novel titled Force of Nature! We discuss podcasting, writing for children's television and novel writing on today's episode, plus we offer a slew of book recommendations. This episode is sponsored by To Lay to Rest our Ghosts by Caitlin Hamlton Summie Learn more at caitlinhamiltonmarketing.comForce of Nature by Melissa ClarkBooks Recommended:The Red Parts: Autobiography of a Trail by Maggie NelsonEnormous Wings by Laurie FrankelThe Friday Afternoon Club: A Family Memoir by Griffin DunneHow We Survived Communism and Even Laughed by Slavenka DrakulicThe Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank Guest Author Recommendation from Alexa Yasemin Brahme, author of Good NewsTrue Stories by Sophie CalleMore About Melissa:Melissa's Book Promo Events: 5/19 @ 6:30pm Book Launch at Diesel Books, Santa Monica, CA5/29 @ 6:00pm Village Well Books, Culver City, CA6/3 @ 7:00pm Book Soup, West Hollywood, CA6/6 Books Inc. Alameda, CA TBAIG: @msmelissaclarkTikTok: msmelissaclark Becoming Mother Nature podcastOther Things Discussed:Take a 4-Week Gel Printing Class with me 5/27 - 6/17Check out my art!Book to Film:  Midwinter Break by Bernard McLaverty on my SubstackSupport the showGet your Books Are My People merch here!I hope you all have a wonderfully bookish week! 

Misael Ortega is a 32-year-old contractor— raised in Culver City, California. He does business in the Palisades area and his business was impacted by the fires. He hopes to become the youngest Mayor in Los Angeles historyhttps://www.voteortega.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

**THE EPISODE CONTAINS FULL SPOILERS**More like “The TALKING Man” because Arnie spends half this movie delivering one-liner after one-liner like his life depends on it! On this episode of the Film is Lit podcast, we fire up the 1987 sci-fi action cult classic “The Running Man,” starring the one and only Arnold Schwarzenegger in peak action-hero mode. Packed with outrageous kills, gloriously cheesy catchphrases, and iconic retro fashion (sponsored by Adidas!) the film remains a fascinating time capsule of the Reagan era. Beneath all the camp lies a genuinely inspired villain performance by Richard Dawson, the first host of Family Feud. We also had a blast spotting our current home of Culver City in this movie - the good ol' CC! But here's the big question: does “The Running Man” actually hold up as an action classic, or is it mostly remembered for the vibes? And how does it compare to the much darker, nastier Stephen King novel it was based on? Listen and find out!#TheRunningMan #ArnoldSchwarzenegger #RichardDawson #StephenKing #SciFi #80sMovies #CultClassic #ActionMovies #Dystopian #MariaConchitaAlonso #YaphetKotto #JesseVentura #JimBrown #MickFleetwood #PaulMichaelGlaser #FilmIsLit #FilmisLitpod #BookToScreen #MovieReview #Podcast #CulverCity #80sAction #CampCinema #MoviePodcast

pWotD Episode 3275: Euphoria (American TV series) Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 148,994 views on Monday, 20 April 2026 our article of the day is Euphoria (American TV series).Euphoria is an American teen drama television series created and principally written by Sam Levinson for HBO. It is based on the Israeli miniseries of the same name created by Ron Leshem and Daphna Levin. The series stars Zendaya as Rue Bennett, a troubled teenage drug addict who struggles to get sober, find her place in the world, and adjust to her relationships after rehab. Though Rue is the central focus of the show, the beginning of most episodes provides backstories for the rest of the main characters.Euphoria's executive producers include Levinson, Canadian rapper and singer Drake, Zendaya, Ron Leshem, and Gary Lennon. The series is both set and filmed in California; filming locations include Ulysses S. Grant High School in Los Angeles and Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City. The first two seasons received generally positive reviews, with praise for its cinematography, score, performances of the cast, and approach to its mature subject matter. Some critics found the nudity and sexual content excessive due to the high school setting and its teenage characters. It is the fourth most-watched HBO series since 2004, behind Game of Thrones, The Last of Us, and House of the Dragon. The show additionally shares the same universe as Levinson's 2023 television series The Idol.The first season of Euphoria premiered on June 16, 2019, and concluded on August 4, consisting of eight episodes. Two one-hour specials were broadcast in December 2020 and January 2021. The eight-episode second season premiered on January 9, 2022, and concluded on February 27. The third season premiered on April 12, 2026, and is set away from the high school setting of the first two seasons. The series has received numerous accolades, including a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series. For her performance, Zendaya has won two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Critics' Choice Television Award, and a Golden Globe Award for Best Lead Actress in a Drama Series. Sydney Sweeney, Colman Domingo, and Martha Kelly have also received Emmy nominations for their acting, with Domingo winning Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for his performance as Ali.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 03:53 UTC on Tuesday, 21 April 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Euphoria (American TV series) on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Justin.

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We take the show on the road to an OG Shakey's in Culver City, where we sit down with John Tilley, the Creative Visionary of Shakey's, to discuss how a pizza parlor that started in Sacramento became L.A.'s favorite pizza parlor. Fun, games, merch - and off-the-cuff fun..pizza, wings, & mojos!

http://www.UnderThePuppet.com -  In July of 2025, an incredible group of people got together at the Amazon MGM studios in Culver City, California on historic stage 15, to shoot a series of shorts called Judge Boing Boing.  I recently sat down with the creative forces behind this project Bill Barretta and Frank Oz to find out how it all came together for this episode of Under The Puppet. Connect with Judge Boing Boing: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/judgeboingboing/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@JUDGEBOINGBOING TikTok -  https://www.tiktok.com/@judgeboingboing Discussed on the show: Milton Berle on the Muppets clip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POH8xAsuNr4 WIlkins and WOntkins - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K33mMjsjbdA Connect with the Show: http://www.instagram.com/underthepuppet https://www.facebook.com/underthepuppet http://www.twitter.com/underthepuppet Connect with Grant: http://www.MrGrant.comhttp://www.twitter.com/toasterboy https://instagram.com/throwingtoasters/ Art by Parker Jacobs Music by Dan Ring Edited by Stephen Staver ©2026 Saturday Morning Media - http://www.saturdaymorningmedia.com  

In this second of two back-to-back episodes with Laurel and Hardy expert, Randy Sketvedt, Patrick takes a deep-dive into the fascinating production history of the boys' classic 1929 short, The Hoose-Gow. Among the many things discussed are the origin of the term Hoose-Gow and the Culver City speakeasy that may have inspired the film. For more information on Patrick's forthcoming book, Laurel & Hardy: Silents, visit: www.laurelandhardyfilms.com/booksTo become part of the Podcast Community, 'Fraternally Yours', the online discussion group, and to access bonus Patron-only exclusive podcasts, just sign up to show your appreciation and support for the show and become a 'Plumtree Tier' Patron by clicking the link here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=88010194⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information on The Laurel & Hardy Podcast visit the website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To contact Patrick, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theboys@laurelandhardyfilms.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to leave feedback about the podcast, make a point, ask a question, or generally join in the discussions about the podcast and all other things Laurel and Hardy related, why not become part of the podcast community by joining the Fraternally Yours Facebook Group here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2920310948018755⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To purchase CDs of the Beau Hunks Orchestra's music contained in these podcasts, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/2CgeCbK⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Manny Ibay is the founder of Ibay Law and the creator of Superhero Lawyer. Based in Culver City, CA, he's secured nearly $75M in verdicts and settlements over 27+ years. Manny is also the author of Thank You, Tony Robbins and The Accident Victim's Guidebook to Getting the Money You Deserve. His bold branding and commitment to accessibility set him apart in one of the nation's most competitive markets. In this episode, Manny shares what's possible when you stop coasting and start creating. Whether you've been practicing for three years or 30, it's never too late to build a brand that excites you, attracts clients, and makes your work feel alive again. Listen to the full episode with Manny Ibay on Personal Injury Mastermind, powered by Rankings.io, below: Spotify Apple Podcasts Watch the Episodes On YouTube Ibay Law / Superhero Lawyer Website If you like what you hear, hit subscribe. We do this every week. Subscribe to our newsletter: newsletter.rankings.io Get Social! Personal Injury Mastermind (PIM) powered by Rankings.io is on Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

On today's episode, we welcome comedian Kenice Mobley back to the show to chat with us about her favorite bevs, cuck chairs, ancient hogs, and much more. * Follow Kenice on Instagram. Follow the Hot Guy Draft on Instagram.  *Grab tix to the Hot Guy Draft which kicks off this spring with their special Daddy Edition, Sunday, March 22 at 7:00pm at Littlefield.  *if you want to vote on the daddies, check out the poll here.  *Check out Jordan and Jesse on Reading Smut Podcast. *Check out what's new on Bullseye with Jesse Thorn.  Check out more Amazing Spiderman content from Jordan. *Pre-order Jordan's new Web of Venom comic. *Check out Jordan's comic Predator: Bloodshed. * Come hang out with Jordan at Comic Bug in Culver City, CA on March 25.  * Order Jordan's new Predator comic: Black, White & Blood! * Order Jordan's new Venom comic! * Donate to Al Otro Lado. * Purchase signed copies of *Youth Group* and *Bubble* from Mission: Comics And Art!   ~ NEW JJGo MERCH ~ Get  Bronto Dino-Merch! Get our ‘Ack Tuah' shirt in the Max Fun store. Grab an ‘Ack Tuah' mug! The Maximum Fun Bookshop! Follow the podcast on Instagram and send us your dank memes! Check out Jesse's thrifted clothing store, Put This On. Follow producer, Jordan Kauwling, on Instagram.

Real people describe seeing family members in two places at once — and in every case, the double refused to speak, refused to answer, and then simply vanished. These are their stories. #WDRadio MARCH 15, 2026==========HOUR ONE: Violence, mayhem, even rape. Horrifying atrocities committed by the most evil of human beings – but in one case, in Culver City, California, it wasn't a man who engaged in these obscenities, but specters of the paranormal. (A Famous Case of Frightening Entities) *** We'll delve into a handful of out-of-body experience stories directly from those who lived through them – and they might change your opinion about the afterlife. (Surviving Out of Body Experiences) *** We'll look at true encounters from Redditors who claim to have come across doppelgangers – their exact duplicates, or duplicates of those they love – and it's almost always a disturbing experience. (Creepy Encounters With Real Doppelgangers)==========HOUR TWO: There are roads on Long Island that are much more than a line between two points. Some roads contain legends that travel with you on your journey. (Mount Misery and Sweet Hollow Road) *** In 1981, a cabin in the woods played host to a brutal family murder. We'll look into the still unsolved murders of the Keddie killings. (The Unsolved Keddie Killings) *** Sightings of strange, pale creatures are being reported in California – and now over two decades from the first sighting, we still don't know what the Fresno Nightcrawlers truly are. (Freaky Reports of Pale Crawlers)==========SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: During the grueling Great Northern Expedition, naturalist Georg Wilhem Steller came face-to-face with one of the sea's most mysterious creatures. Or did he? (Steller's Sea Ape) *** Weirdo family member Jamie Tyroler shares what happened to her and a few friends when they rummaged through a demolished building, only to find something still existing there. (The Ninth Street Entity) *** Weirdo family member Daniel Hagan shares how he once explored some woods on his bike and ended up pedaling for his life to escape paranormal beasts that appeared from nowhere. (Demon Dogs) *** Digging in their backyard, two brothers find what appear to be small human heads carved of stone… but the curious find turns creepy once they bring the heads into the house, resurrecting sightings of a wolf-like creature not seen in almost seventy years. (Hexam Heads and the Wolf of Allendale) *** In 1886 Chicago, one of the nation's very first serial killers would build a sadistic chamber of horrors to live out his most demented fantasies. (Murder Castle of Chicago)==========SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT'S SHOW:“Freaky Reports of Pale Crawlers” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2O9fG6C“Mount Misery and Sweet Hollow Road” by Arthur Criscione: http://bit.ly/2LXUr4K“The Unsolved Keddie Killings” by Orrin Grey: http://bit.ly/2LYC8fK“Steller's Sea Ape” by Andrew Thaler: http://bit.ly/2XMpxDM“The Ninth Street Entity” by Weirdo Family member Jamie Tyroler“Creepy Encounters With Real Doppelgangers” by Nathan Gibson: http://bit.ly/2YkPTwL“Demon Dogs” by Daniel Hagan, submitted at https://WeirdDarkness.com/submit“Surviving Out of Body Experiences” by Audrey Webster: http://bit.ly/2M3bMKx““A Famous Case of Frightening Entities” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2M3YGg3“Hexam Heads and the Wolf of Allendale” by Neil Boothman: http://bit.ly/2Kut2Fn and http://bit.ly/2Kiufk0“Murder Castle of Chicago” by Brent Swancer (link no longer available)==========(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for material I use whenever possible. If I have overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it immediately. Some links may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)=========="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46==========WeirdDarkness®, WeirdDarkness© 2026==========To become a Weird Darkness Radio Show affiliate, contact Radio America at affiliates@radioamerica.com, or call 800-807-4703 (press 2 or dial ext 250).

Link to Audio version “The Bat” is a short horror monologue recorded by Bela Lugosi, built around his spoken persona rather than a conventional plot. In it he addresses the listener directly and describes the bat as a creature of night and hush, a watcher at windows and eaves, half in the natural world and half in something older and less defined. The piece is more mood than story: a sequence of images about darkness, wings, and unease, letting pauses and emphases do most of the work.  After arriving in the United States as a stateless immigrant in 1920, Lugosi struggled with the English language, often memorising his lines phonetically. His big break came in 1927 when he was cast as the lead in the Broadway production of Dracula. His performance was so magnetic that Universal Pictures cast him in the 1931 film adaptation. Lugosi's portrayal—characterised by his slow, melodic Hungarian accent, intense gaze, and formal evening wear—transformed the vampire from a finished, rat-like monster into a seductive, sophisticated villain. This performance became the template for every vampire depiction that followed. While Dracula made him a superstar, it also trapped him. Lugosi found it nearly impossible to land roles outside of the horror genre. The Rivalry: He was frequently paired with Boris Karloff (who played Frankenstein's monster), though Karloff often received higher billing and better pay, which reportedly frustrated Lugosi. The Roles: He gave notable performances in White Zombie (1932), The Black Cat (1934), and as the broken-necked Ygor in Son of Frankenstein (1939). Health Struggles: Chronic sciatica led to a severe dependency on painkillers. As his health declined and his "classic" style of horror fell out of fashion, he found himself relegated to low-budget "B-movies." In the 1950s, Lugosi experienced a strange career coda through his friendship with cult director Ed Wood. He appeared in films now famous for being "so bad they're good," such as Glen or Glenda and Plan 9 from Outer Space (released posthumously). Lugosi passed away in 1956 at the age of 73. In a final tribute to the role that defined him, he was buried in his full Dracula cape at Holy Cross Cemetery in Culver City, California. Despite his difficult later years, he remains one of the most recognisable and influential icons in cinema history.

Link to Audio version “The Bat” is a short horror monologue recorded by Bela Lugosi, built around his spoken persona rather than a conventional plot. In it he addresses the listener directly and describes the bat as a creature of night and hush, a watcher at windows and eaves, half in the natural world and half in something older and less defined. The piece is more mood than story: a sequence of images about darkness, wings, and unease, letting pauses and emphases do most of the work.  After arriving in the United States as a stateless immigrant in 1920, Lugosi struggled with the English language, often memorising his lines phonetically. His big break came in 1927 when he was cast as the lead in the Broadway production of Dracula. His performance was so magnetic that Universal Pictures cast him in the 1931 film adaptation. Lugosi's portrayal—characterised by his slow, melodic Hungarian accent, intense gaze, and formal evening wear—transformed the vampire from a finished, rat-like monster into a seductive, sophisticated villain. This performance became the template for every vampire depiction that followed. While Dracula made him a superstar, it also trapped him. Lugosi found it nearly impossible to land roles outside of the horror genre. The Rivalry: He was frequently paired with Boris Karloff (who played Frankenstein's monster), though Karloff often received higher billing and better pay, which reportedly frustrated Lugosi. The Roles: He gave notable performances in White Zombie (1932), The Black Cat (1934), and as the broken-necked Ygor in Son of Frankenstein (1939). Health Struggles: Chronic sciatica led to a severe dependency on painkillers. As his health declined and his "classic" style of horror fell out of fashion, he found himself relegated to low-budget "B-movies." In the 1950s, Lugosi experienced a strange career coda through his friendship with cult director Ed Wood. He appeared in films now famous for being "so bad they're good," such as Glen or Glenda and Plan 9 from Outer Space (released posthumously). Lugosi passed away in 1956 at the age of 73. In a final tribute to the role that defined him, he was buried in his full Dracula cape at Holy Cross Cemetery in Culver City, California. Despite his difficult later years, he remains one of the most recognisable and influential icons in cinema history.

South Pasadena residents are urging their city council to end its contracts with Flock Safety that operates AI-powered automated license plate readers. The company behind Labubu dolls have announced their first U.S. headquarters in Culver City. LAist senior editor Rene Lynch talks about her unique way of organizing her freezer. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

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Last week, millions of people watched one of our own stand behind a podium on Jeopardy! — and win. Toronto lawyer James Hirsh, co-host of The CJN's long-running Menschwarmers podcast, became the latest Canadian contestant to compete and succeed on the iconic American game show. Hirsh says it was “the thrill of a lifetime” to be selected, to fly down to the Alex Trebek studio at Sony Pictures in Culver City, near Hollywood, where he taped several episodes of Jeopardy! It all happened about three weeks ago, but he's had to keep quiet about how he fared. Until now, as the episodes started airing this week on millions of television screens across North America. Hirsh had decades of practice to prepare for his small-screen debut: as a teenager, he was reigning champion at his summer camp's version of the game show, over four seasons. The prize money back then was enough to buy some beers. This time, his actual Jeopardy! winnings will help the father-of-three pay off his family's mortgage. He also won a custom Jeopardy! hat and a tote bag, but he says the best prize is a coveted tagline to his bio: he can now say “I was on Jeopardy!” On today's rebroadcast of The CJN's North Star podcast, host Ellin Bessner chats with James Hirsh about what it was like under the bright lights, what questions stumped him and how he regrets wearing the wrong shoes. Credits Hosts: James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Coby Lipovitch (intro), chēēZ π (main theme, " Organ Grinder Swing ") Support The CJN Follow the podcast on Twitter @menschwarmers Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Menschwarmers (Not sure how? Click here )

What happens when a university mascot gets more than just a costume upgrade? In this episode of Talking Tactics, we unpack how a strategic mascot rebrand can fuel enrollment marketing, drive retail revenue, and build real campus tradition. From trademark governance to ESPN-level exposure, this isn't fluff — it's brand strategy with fur. If you think mascots are just for game day, think again. Guest Names:  Megan Nash Milligan, Brand Marketing Strategist, Loyola Marymount University  Stephanie Teresi, Associate Director, Trademarks, Licensing, and Promotional Assets, Loyola Marymount University Guest Socials:  Megan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-nash-milligan/ Stephanie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/snwert/ Guest Bios: Megan Nash Milligan is the Brand Marketing Strategist at LMU, where she leads integrated marketing planning and cross-functional rollout of key brand initiatives. A proud LMU alum, she earned her M.A. in Educational Studies while competing as a beach volleyball student-athlete & leading the team to their first conference championship. Before returning to LMU, Megan managed marketing and operations in the real estate industry, overseeing full-scale campaigns and a company rebrand. Originally from Toronto, Megan now calls Los Angeles home—where she tries new food across the city, plays beach volleyball, and spends too much time with her two dogs! Steph Teresi runs LMU's trademark licensing game—protecting, promoting, and powering up the university brand across merch, apparel, and swag. As LMU's first full-time licensing lead, she's built policies and partnerships with the goal to boost LMU pride and make our gear easier to find (and love). Pre-LMU, Steph repped over 100 East Coast schools at Campus Stop and designed store displays at Anthropologie. A proud University of Delaware grad with a BFA in visual communications (go Blue Hens!), she now calls Culver City home—where she cheers on the Eagles, spoils two bernedoodles, and paints watercolor masterpieces at the kitchen table. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Safaniya Stevensonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/safaniyastevenson/ About The Enrollify Podcast Network:Talking Tactics is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Earlier this week, millions of people watched one of our own stand behind a podium on "Jeopardy!" — and win. Toronto lawyer James Hirsh, co-host of The CJN's long-running "Menschwarmers" podcast, became the latest Canadian contestant to compete and succeed on the iconic American game show. He's got three wins now and will keep going next week. Hirsh says it was "the thrill of a lifetime" to be selected, to fly down to the Alex Trebek studio at Sony Pictures in Culver City, near Hollywood, where he taped several episodes of Jeopardy. It all happened about three weeks ago, but he's had to keep quiet about how he fared. Until now, as the episodes began to air this week on millions of television screens across North America. Hirsh had decades to prepare for his small-screen debut: as a teenager, he was reigning champion at his summer camp's version of the game show, over four seasons. The prize money back then was enough to buy some beers. This time, his actual Jeopardy! winnings will help the father-of-three pay off his family's mortgage. He also won a custom Jeopardy! hat and a tote bag, but he says the best prize is a coveted tagline to his bio: he can now say "I was on Jeopardy!" On today's episode of The CJN's "North Star" podcast, host Ellin Bessner chats with James Hirsh about what it was like under the bright lights, what questions stumped him and–how he regrets wearing the wrong shoes. Related links: Follow James Hirsh on The CJN's “Menschwarmers” podcast and subscribe, for free. Missed watching his Jeopardy shows live? Catch all the episodes beginning Feb. 24, 2026 where James Hirsh was a contestant. The show streams on Crave TV in Canada. Tune in Friday in Canada on YES TV to find out how he does on Day 4. Read this Jeopardy fan page for a play-by-play of how James'  Feb. 24 game played out. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner ( @ebessner ) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer), Alicia Richler (editorial director) Music: Bret Higgins Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to North Star (Not sure how? Click here ) Watch our podcasts on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@TheCJN Help others find this podcast by leaving us a review for “North Star” on Apple Podcasts via your iPhone or iPad device, or with your Android. (Spotify allows only starred ratings but you can do that, too!)

Congratulation to the US men’s Olympic hockey team for progressing to the finals! You’ll have to be up early to watch the televised match at 5 a.m. on Sunday — let’s hope it’s worth it! The San Bernardino Mountains got some big dumps ... of snow. Tim’s suggestion? Pay a local to install your tire chains; it’ll be the best $40 you’ll ever spend. Mr. Clean is hanging up his mop and retiring his bucket! Ruth’s Chris Steak house in Marina Del Rey is shutting down after 5 violations, insects and rodents. Venice Beach to get three Olympic events. Culver City is getting its first IKEA! A dog was abandoned by his owner in a Las Vegas airport. The cute pooch has since been taken in by a local adoption center Retriever Rescue of Las Vegas, who renamed him Jet Blue, and the former owner was arrested.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Delta Air Lines flight from Houston to Atlanta is forced back to William P. Hobby Airport after an unruly passenger causes chaos midair. Back on the ground, crews battle a two-alarm commercial building fire in Montebello, while a mall evacuation in Culver City adds to the day’s drama. Plus, a Beverly Hills woman who filed property liens ends up evicted from her own home, and in brighter news—In-N-Out Burger officially announces a new location at The Canopy at Great Park in Irvine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The head of SAG-AFTRA is speaking out following the viral A-I fight video of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt. Culver City will add more affordable housing in an unlikely space. And we'll hear about the legendary Oscar-nominated songwriter behind classic love songs like 'Unbreak my Heart' Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Questions or comments about the show? Click here!Need some guidance on what really makes a successful fundraiser or community event? Then this is the episode for you!  Our guest is Howie Jacobowitz with the Exchange Club of Culver City, CA.  Their club has had amazing success not only with their Veterans Day Initiative, but also a dance, fashion show, massive car show, a summer festival and more. Enjoy!If you'd like to enjoy today's episode via our YouTube channel, click here: https://youtu.be/ww4ln93sb4UThanks for listening! See you next time!

Van and Rachel discuss the NBA dunk contest before reacting to leaks from an alleged burner account, and LeBron's message to his Israeli fans. Then, Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove joins to discuss the Pam Bondi hearings, before Ed Zitron returns to shed light on the world of AI. (0:00) Intro (8:39) NBA dunk contest (19:32) The very alleged Kevin Durant files (39:42) LeBron James and Israel (1:05:58) Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove interview (1:42:07) Ed Zitron interview (2:12:55) Hillary Clinton on migration (2:22:36) Barack Obama confirms aliens are real? Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guests: Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove and Ed Zitron Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Jade Whaley Social Producer: Bernard Moore For more from Ed Zitron: wheresyoured.at and betteroffline.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Catholics trace their cemetery history all the way back to the first disciple being buried. They chose to bury their lost close to their churches in anticipation of the resurrection of believers. These early churchyards were referred to as "dormitories" of rest. Catholic cemeteries were open for burial to only Catholics and since they were considered consecrated ground, Catholics who didn't meet the mark couldn't be buried in them, like criminals. Holy ​Cross ​Cemetery ​is located ​in ​Culver ​City, ​California and there are many celebrities who made this their final place of rest from Bing Crosby to Rita Hayworth to Bela Lugosi to John Candy and Catherine O'Hara. Join us for the stones and bones here. Intro and Outro music "Stones and Bones" was written and produced by History Goes Bump and any use is strictly prohibited. Check us out at: https://historygoesbump.com

Ende 2014 in Culver City bei Los Angeles. Die Mitarbeiter von Sony Pictures Entertainment - einem der großen Filmstudios der Traumfabrik Hollywood - stehen vor einem Problem: keine Zugangs-Karte, kein Drucker, kein Computer funktioniert mehr. Ein Großteil der Server ist lahmgelegt. Stattdessen findet sich nur eine kryptische Nachricht auf den Bildschirmen, die sie sich nicht erklären können. Erst nach und nach wird deutlich, in welchem Albtraum sich die Mitarbeiter und der gesamte Konzern befinden – und warum sie Ziel eines der größten Hacks der Geschichte geworden sind. Die mutmaßlichen Drahtzieher ist ein Land, das damals sehr wenige auf dem Schirm hatten, das aber spätestens seit dem Jahr 2014 auf dem Radar der Geheimdienste vieler Länder steht: Nordkorea. Wie kann es sein, dass ein Staat, dessen Bevölkerung kaum Zugang zum Internet hat, eine Cyber-Großmacht geworden ist? Welche Ziele hat Nordkorea? Und warum greift es nicht nur Filmstudios, sondern auch Banken und Krypto-Plätze an? Wenn ihr mehr darüber erfahren wollt, welche Geheimdienste es in Nordkorea gibt und wie weit sie gehen, dann hört die begleitende Hintergrundfolge „Wie gefährlich sind Nordkoreas Geheimdienste?” „Dark Matters – Geheimnisse der Geheimdienste“ erzählt die Geschichte einer Hackergruppe, die geduldig, clever und skrupellos vorgeht und sich dabei immer wieder neu erfinden muss. Aber auch die Gegner rüsten auf und wehren sich. Und das ist „Dark Matters”: Eva-Maria Lemke öffnet im Podcast die Tür zu einer Welt, die eigentlich im Verborgenen bleiben soll – Woche für Woche mit einer neuen Geschichte, die zeigt, wie Nachrichtendienste arbeiten. In der vierten Staffel geht es um eine neue Zeit, in der alte Fragen von Krieg und Frieden, von Verbündeten und Feinden nicht mehr eindeutig zu beantworten sind. Wie stellen sich Staaten, Dienste und Agenten darauf ein? Die ARD-Geheimdienstexperten Michael Götschenberg und Holger Schmidt geben Antworten. Eine neue Folge „Dark Matters – Geheimnisse der Geheimdienste” gibt es mittwochs – immer zuerst in der ARD Audiothek. Und noch ein Tipp zum Weiterhören: „Tod nach der Disco – Der Eiskeller-Fall“ heißt die neue Folge von ARD Crime Time. In diesem Fall aus Aschau im bayerischen Chiemgau wird ein junger Mann zunächst wegen Mordes verurteilt, aber Jahre später wieder freigelassen und für unschuldig erklärt. ARD Crime Time rekonstruiert die Ermittlungen und Gerichtsprozesse und es geht um das, was bleibt nach dem endgültigen Urteil Ende 2025. Den Podcast gibt es werbefrei in der ARD Audiothek. https://1.ard.de/eiskeller

I'm not speaking from a place of privilege, I'm speaking from a place of survival.Alex McNab has a BA in Cultural Anthropology from Columbia University and an MFA in Film Production from the University of Southern California, where we were classmates and friends.In this conversation, Alex and I talk:* Is film school worth it? The debate between knowledge, network, and cost…* “Sloppy Saturdays” as a low-stakes practice to iterate fast and finish something weekly* Why he sees AI as using available “scraps” to keep making work in a shifting landscape* How he responds to “this is just AI” comments* My short doc Homegirls in Outer Space and Alex's animated documentary proof-of-concept Gullah Binyah: Aisha Been Watts, both playing at the Pan-African Film Festival in Culver City the week of February 16th* Workflow and where AI tools are heading* Keeping the human story so the tool doesn't become the filmYou can subscribe to Alex's Substack here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit benbo.substack.com

Mayor Karen Bass is in the literal hotseat. The fire after-action report is out, and she whitewashed it, altering and softening the report in a bid to suggest everything was under control during the disastrous LA wildfires of January 2025. She’s now denied the media’s access to her and the fire chief in a bid to control the narrative. The Monks & Merrill Show hits airwaves next week! How long do your hangovers last? Do you lose a day like so many of us? Merrill likes to go home and have what he calls a jigger, which usually involves a single malt of whisky. You think you’re living in a town that’s safe, but not if that town is... Culver City. Attorney General Pam Bondi thinks it’s one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in LA. Spoiler: It’s not. Listener Talkbacks largely disagree with AG Bondi’s summation of Culver City as dangerous. What’s with the darkness spreading in LA? Apparently organized crime is behind the streetlights being stripped of copper wire, so we’re getting a taskforce to speed up repairs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Karen Bass is in the literal hotseat. The fire after-action report is out, and she whitewashed it, altering and softening the report in a bid to suggest everything was under control during the disastrous LA wildfires of January 2025. She’s now denied the media’s access to her and the fire chief in a bid to control the narrative. The Monks & Merrill Show hits airwaves next week! How long do your hangovers last? Do you lose a day like so many of us? Merrill likes to go home and have what he calls a jigger, which usually involves a single malt of whisky. You think you’re living in a town that’s safe, but not if that town is... Culver City. Attorney General Pam Bondi thinks it’s one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in LA. Spoiler: It’s not. Listener Talkbacks largely disagree with AG Bondi’s summation of Culver City as dangerous. What’s with the darkness spreading in LA? Apparently organized crime is behind the streetlights being stripped of copper wire, so we’re getting a taskforce to speed up repairs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chrisryan.substack.comI tell my Peter Attia story and we explore the nature of evil on Epstein Island. Are we all evil? How can we know? Are there justifications for the worst crimes? How can we minimize the harm we cause when we live in a world in which harm is unavoidable?

In this episode, we chat with Samuel C. Spitale, author of How to Win the War on Truth. We cover the history of propaganda, the creation of Public Relations, and the rise of think tanks in our politics. Samuel walks us through the history of psychology of misinformation in the US and helps us understand what we can do it about it. We hope you enjoy!Check out How to Win the War on Truth here:https://villagewell.com/item/SbFnEzAaxwfbggoETgjPQAAnd check out Samuel's recommendation for Economix here:https://villagewell.com/item/yw4NwECvkwLFSnpnnaucvQThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each episode, we interview authors and readers about books that capture our imagination. New episodes every Wednesday.If you'd like to get in touch, you can email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@villagewell.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.If you love the show and want us to keep creating, please consider subscribing on YouTube or leaving us a review wherever you listen.

Follow @foobarshowEpisode 388 Walmart Challenge, Lobo, DC, Kaijus, and Here's What I Would DoDoom Scrolling IntroThe Foos tease the possible return of Mark Maples Manic MessagesGeeking out:-Wonder Man-Apple TV shows-Lobo in Supergirl-Booster Gold-Monarch season 2 out this monthHere's What I Would Do:-I Can't Tell If I'm Lazy or Just Efficient from Ryan in Culver City, CA-My Friends Think I'm Weird for Eating Dinner Early from Jenna in San Diego, CAGive us a 5-star positive review on Apple Podcasts!Listen at foobarshow.com or anywhere you get your podcasts.

1974 zieht Doris in ein verwahrlostes Haus in Kalifornien - alleinerziehend mit vier Kindern. Bald berichten sie und ihre Kinder von unerklärlichen Ereignissen: Gegenstände bewegen sich, Lichter flackern, Kälte breitet sich aus - und Doris sagt, sie wird von unsichtbaren Wesen angegriffen. Parapsychologen dokumentieren Poltergeist-Phänomene, Lichtkugeln und Temperaturabfälle. Aber sind hier tatsächlich paranormale Kräfte am Werk? Oder steckt doch etwas ganz anderes dahinter? --- Links --- Polaroid-Fotos aus dem Haus https://t1p.de/qecjq Fotos von Doris Haus https://t1p.de/ittr5 Foto von Dr. Barry https://t1p.de/cgpj6 --- Werbepartner [Werbung] --- Rabattcodes und Links von unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr unter https://linktr.ee/schwarzeakte --- Social Media & Kontakt --- Instagram: @schwarzeakte YouTube: @SchwarzeAkte TikTok: @schwarzeakte Mail: schwarzeakte@julep.de Website: www.schwarzeakte.de --- Credits --- Hosts: Anne Luckmann & Patrick Strobusch Redaktion: Johanna Müssiger Schnitt: Anne Luckmann Intro und Trenner gesprochen von: Pia-Rhona Saxe Producer: Nadine Lentfer-Unterweger, Lea Backes Eine Produktion der Julep Studios Du möchtest Werbung in der Schwarzen Akte schalten? Unsere Kolleg:innen von Julep helfen dir gerne weiter: www.julep.de/advertiser Impressum: www.julep.de/legal/imprint [Wir übernehmen keine Haftung für die Inhalte externer Links.]

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they're going through their top 25 moments of 2025! The last episode of 2025!!  PLUS they chat the Taylor Swift doc and more! After this episode we'll be on hiatus for two weeks, then, we'll be back for season 4!! Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls  MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 25:00 Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls   Preorder Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156 THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR: Brooklyn, New York - January 6th @ Word Bookstore - 7PM in conversation with Alexandria Bellefleur  RSVP: https://withfriends.co/event/27177316/christine_riccio Collingswood, New Jersey / Philly area - January 7th Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107 Memphis, TN - January 9th Novel Memphis - 6pm in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche 387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117 RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Austin, TX - January 11th Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm In conversation with Natasha Polis  205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626 TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone JANUARY - 14 - Culver City, CA The Ripped Bodice - 7pm in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth 3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232 TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets  Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Check out Natasha's sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/ Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes! Website: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/  Email us feedback: thoseforkingfangirls@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirls Get Christine's novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy  Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

In this episode, Jen and Shira sit down with DEI consultant Monique Marshall for a conversation about identity and belonging. Monique shares some excellent children's book recommendations for sparking conversations around identity with kids. She also discusses her own journey and offers suggestions for teaching children about DEI topics.Check out Monique's WebsiteMonique's Recommendations- Our Skin by Megan Madison, Jessica Ralli, and Isabel Roxas- All the Colors We Are by Katie Kissinger- The Colors We Share by Angélica DassThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each episode, we interview authors and readers about books that capture our imagination. New episodes every Wednesday.If you'd like to get in touch, you can email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@villagewell.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.If you love the show and want us to keep creating, please consider subscribing on YouTube or leaving us a review wherever you listen.

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today is their holiday gift exchange special!!! PLUS today they chat: the drama, Taylor Swift, and the new shadowhunters book Better in Black. Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls  MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 25:00 Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls   Preorder Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156 THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR: Brooklyn, New York - January 6th @ Word Bookstore - 7PM in conversation with Alexandria Bellefleur  RSVP: https://withfriends.co/event/27177316/christine_riccio Collingswood, New Jersey / Philly area - January 7th Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107 Memphis, TN - January 9th Novel Memphis - 6pm in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche 387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117 RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Austin, TX - January 11th Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm In conversation with Natasha Polis  205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626 TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone JANUARY - 14 - Culver City, CA The Ripped Bodice - 7pm in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth 3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232 TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets  Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Check out Natasha's sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/ Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes! Website: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/  Email us feedback: thoseforkingfangirls@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirls Get Christine's novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy  Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

We are happy to welcome back Jaime Porras for this episode! Jaime Porras is the District Vice President for Fusion Academy, overseeing nine campuses across Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. With more than two decades in education (including fourteen years at Fusion), he has held roles from teacher to Head of School and is passionate about fostering student-centered, relationship-driven learning environments. He holds an MA in Education with a focus on Social Justice from Antioch University Los Angeles and a BA in English from Ohio State University. A proud Buckeye and Culver City resident, Jaime enjoys sports, travel, literature, and discovering the best tacos in L.A., where he lives with his wife and daughter. Jaime joins us for this episode to discuss how the 1:1 learning model at Fusion Academy has become increasingly important in recent years as students have faced growing challenges with anxiety and depression, and disengagement. He explains that the pandemic drastically worsened many students' struggles with executive functioning and social anxiety but how, in a 1:1 setting, Fusion is able to provide a safe, supportive space where students can rebuild their confidence and reconnect with learning. By removing the pressure and comparison of a traditional classroom, students feel safer to take risks, make mistakes, and grow. Jaime highlights the importance of building a strong mentor-student relationship in which the teacher can truly understand and cater to each individual's unique needs, interests, and learning style, a personalized approach that also helps address issues around executive functioning, as Fusion teachers break down assignments into manageable steps while also explicitly modeling positive behaviors and social-emotional skills. Jaime notes that the 1:1 environment allows students the space to process feelings of failure in a healthy way without judgment from their peers. At the same time, Fusion works to build a sense of community and belonging via shared social spaces and activities, although the focus remains on creating an environment customized for each student's needs. Jaime believes that this model will only become more important in the years ahead as schools grapple with the lasting impacts of the pandemic on student mental health and engagement. Our conversation highlights how the 1:1 approach at Fusion Academy empowers students to rebuild their confidence and reconnect with their strengths even in the face of significant challenges. As the education landscape continues to evolve, this model may serve as an important blueprint for supporting the diverse needs of today's learners! Show Notes: [2:27] - Jaime describes how post-pandemic isolation worsened student anxiety and depression while boosting demand for 1:1 learning. [5:59] - 1:1 environments reduce social pressure and allow teachers to address each student's unique needs. [9:00] - Jaime stresses that individualized settings can lead to belonging, safety, and feelings of mattering. [12:08] - Learning begins with love and rapport, creating trust before taking on executive functioning challenges. [14:01] - Jaime explains how executive functioning develops with maturity, so Fusion Academy celebrates incremental progress. [17:11] - Jaime notes how 1:1 settings allow students to process failure safely and quickly recover. [19:41] - Fusion removes traditional school obstacles, focusing on individualized support without judgment. [22:37] - 1:1 learning suits kids who need safety, personalization, and emotional comfort. [23:08] - Jaime highlights Fusion's flexibility to adjust instantly for each student's needs. [25:21] - Jaime compares Fusion's structure to private lessons that separate focused learning from broader social experiences. [27:46] - Small-group environments let students more easily build real friendships and resolve conflicts. [29:48] - Jaime criticizes traditional schools for pressuring kids into activities that adults rarely pursue. [31:53] - Hear Jaime share a student's gradual growth from isolation to leadership, proving that patience and personalization can lead to confidence. [35:19] - Jaime predicts that 1:1 education will shape all schooling by highlighting growth over conformity. [38:30] - Where can Jaime be reached? Links and Related Resources: Episode 52: How a 1:1 Instruction Model Helps Students with Jaime Porras and Vailet Yarijanian Episode 154: Why Self-Efficacy and Self-Advocacy are Important for Diverse Learners with Ashley Harding Episode 189: The Private School Option for Kids with Learning Differences with Collette Bowers Zinn Episode 243: From Inclusion to Belonging: Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools with Amanda Morin Connect with Jaime Porras: Fusion Academy Website  

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they're talking Stranger Things Season 5, Volume 1! And the evolution of their thoughts on the series! PLUS today they chat: Golden Globe nominations, the Drama, Roof Man, Spotify Wrapped, Heated Rivalry, and more!  Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls  MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 47:15 Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls   Preorder Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156 THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR: Brooklyn, New York - January 6th @ Word Bookstore in conversation with Alexandria Bellefleur  Details coming soon, keep an eye on Christine's Instagram @xtinemay Collingswood, New Jersey / Philly area - January 7th Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107 Memphis, TN - January 9th Novel Memphis - 6pm in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche 387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117 RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Austin, TX - January 11th Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm In conversation with Natasha Polis  205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626 TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone JANUARY - 14 - Culver City, CA The Ripped Bodice - 7pm in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth 3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232 TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets  Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Check out Natasha's sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/ Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes! Website: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/  Email us feedback: thoseforkingfangirls@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirls Get Christine's novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy  Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

On this special holiday episode, the staff of The Village Well recommends gifts for 2025! See what we picked out below:FictionKing Sorrow by Joe HillThe True True Story of Raja the Gullible by Rabih AlameddineAutomatic Noodle by Annalee NewitzNonfiction Empire of AI by Karen HaoStitching Freedom by Gary TylerThe Dry Season by Melissa FebosKids/YAGregor the Overlander by Suzanne CollinsLegendborn by Tracy DeonnImpossible Creatures by Katherine RundellThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each episode, we interview authors and readers about books that capture our imagination. New episodes every Wednesday.If you'd like to get in touch, you can email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@villagewell.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.If you love the show and want us to keep creating, please consider subscribing on YouTube or leaving us a review wherever you listen.

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they're talking WICKED, part 2: how the sequel stood up against the first film, our grievances, what stood out, and more. PLUS today they chat: the Hunger Games Sunrise on the Reaper trailer, Sabrina Carpenter, Dancing with the Stars, and more!  Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls  MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 37:41 BEHIND THE SCENES WITH NATASHA & CHRISTINE - our interview with Peacock's All Her Fault Writer / Creator Meghan Gallagher starts at: 1:30:57 Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls   Preorder Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156 THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR: Collingswood, New Jersey / Philly area - January 7th Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107 Memphis, TN - January 9th Novel Memphis - 6pm in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche 387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117 RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Austin, TX - January 11th Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm In conversation with Natasha Polis  205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626 TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone JANUARY - 14 - Culver City, CA The Ripped Bodice - 7pm in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth 3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232 TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets  Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Check out Natasha's sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/ Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes! Website: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/  Email us feedback: thoseforkingfangirls@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirls Get Christine's novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy  Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

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SCTV's Dave Thomas talks about making bold life choices, growing up in Canada, Shakespeare saving his ass, choosing between big money success as an ad man or being a broke improviser at Second City, becoming head writer on SCTV, Martin Short, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, John Candy, Catherine O'Hara, Eugene Levy, Joe Flaherty, Andrea Martin, Grace Under Fire, running an animation studio, turning to dramas like Bones and The Black List, going to Ukraine, Thailand, Mad Magazine, The McKenzie Brothers, Chester Hope, and how, to make it in Hollywood, you need at least two of these three things, Talent, Drive, & Luck. Bio: David William Thomas was born May 20, 1949, in St. Catharines, Ontario. He is the eldest son of British parents, Moreen Duff Muir (May 4, 1928 – May 18, 2022), a church organist for thirty years originally from Glasgow, Scotland and composer of church music, and John E. Thomas (1926–1996), a medical ethicist from Merthyr Tydfil, Wales who was head of the Philosophy Department at McMaster University, and the author of several books. Dave's younger brother, Ian Thomas, is a Canadian singer-songwriter. The family moved temporarily to Durham, North Carolina, where his father attended Duke University and earned a PhD in philosophy. The family moved back to Dundas, Ontario, in 1961, where Dave attended Dundas District high school, and later graduated with an honours Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature from McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario.[1]  Starting his career as a copywriter at ad agency McCann Erickson in 1974, Thomas became the head writer of the Coca-Cola account in Canada within a year. After watching a Second City stage show in Toronto, and while suffering from self-described "boredom" in his advertising work, he auditioned for the Second City troupe and was chosen as a performer.[2] He was a cast member of the Toronto production of Godspell, along with Victor Garber, Martin Short, Eugene Levy, Gilda Radner, and Andrea Martin.[3] Paul Shaffer was the musical director.[3 He first achieved fame as a cast member of the Canadian TV comedy series SCTV, joining Godspell castmates Levy, Martin and later Short, plus Rick Moranis, John Candy, Harold Ramis, Catherine O'Hara and others. Notable characters on the show include Doug McKenzie of beer-swilling brothers Bob and Doug McKenzie, editorialist Bill Needle, Scottish scone-chef/bluesman Angus Crock, motor-mouthed TV ad announcer Harvey K-Tel, Lowery organist/curio pitchman Tex Boil and the "Cruising Gourmet". Thomas's first film role was in Home to Stay, directed by Delbert Mann, in which Thomas played in a scene with Hollywood legend Henry Fonda. He then wrote, co-directed, and starred in the Bob & Doug McKenzie feature film Strange Brew. Soon after, he wrote for and acted in The New Show, produced by Lorne Michaels during his hiatus from Saturday Night Live. Short-lived, this show featured a powerhouse writing staff including Thomas along with Buck Henry, George Meyer, Jack Handey, Al Franken, Tom Davis, Valri Bromfield and Steve Martin. Thomas tried his hand at network television hour-long shows in 1986 when he wrote and co-executive produced Steel Collar Man for CBS. The pilot was produced but did not go to series. He co-wrote Spies Like Us (1985) with Dan Aykroyd.  In 1988, Thomas wrote another hour long show for CBS, B Men, which was back ordered, but Thomas took a directing job at Paramount, which caused the network to drop the series. He reportedly introduced John Travolta and Kelly Preston while directing them in the Paramount film The Experts.  He wrote for, produced, and starred in The Dave Thomas Comedy Show (1990). In 1991, he starred in the Showtime comedy, Public Enemy #2. In 1992, he tried his hand at reality TV and co-executive produced ABC's America's Funniest People with Vin Di Bona, but left after thirteen weeks to appear in the film Coneheads.  In 1993, he co-starred in ABC's Grace Under Fire with Brett Butler and Tom Poston and continued with the show for 5 seasons. In 1995 Thomas starred in the ABC television film Picture Perfect with Mary Page Keller and Richard Karn. In 1995 Thomas produced a pilot of a game show called Family Challenge for ABC. When ABC did not pick up the series, Thomas sold Family Challenge to the Family Channel, where he produced 144 episodes of the show spread over 2 seasons. In 1996, Thomas played the title role in the Fox television film Mr. Foster's Field Trip aka Kidz in the Wood with Julia Duffy. In 1996, he wrote the book SCTV: Behind the Scenes (McClelland & Stewart, publishers). From 1999–2002, he voiced various roles on the animated series Mission Hill. Thomas co-starred in the Paramount feature Rat Race. As of 2001, Thomas has been the Executive Creative Director of Animax Entertainment, an animation studio based officially in Culver City, California. In 2001–2002 Thomas appeared with Eugene Levy and Martin Short on Short's show Primetime Glick as Bob Hope (an impression he had first developed for SCTV with great success). In 2002, he co-starred with Jason Priestley, Dave Foley, and Ewen Bremner in Fancy Dancing. The next year he played a lead role in Beethoven's 5th. In 2003, he directed a hospital comedy feature film entitled Whitecoats, which he also wrote. As of 2004, Thomas was on the official Advisory Committee for the Comedy program at Humber College, the only such diploma program in the world. In 2004, he and Moranis again worked together voicing Rutt and Tuke, two moose based on the McKenzie Brothers, in Disney's animated feature Brother Bear.[4]  Thomas has had a long career doing voices for animation including Animaniacs, Duckman, CatDog, The Adventures of Tarzan, Justice League and multiple roles on The Simpsons, King of the Hill and Family Guy. In 2005, he had a guest stint as Charlize Theron's "Uncle Trevor" on Fox's Arrested Development. In 2006, he reprised his voice role in Brother Bear 2 and appeared as himself in the feature film The Aristocrats. He began production on ArnoldSpeaks.com, a video blog, as the voice of Arnold Schwarzenegger; Animax Entertainment won an Emmy for a broadband animated series produced for ESPN, Off Mikes.  In 2007, Thomas and Rick Moranis reprised their roles as Bob and Doug McKenzie in a one-hour special, Bob & Doug McKenzie's Two-Four Anniversary, for CBC Television. The show featured cameos from McKenzie celeb fans like Ben Stiller, Dave Foley, Tom Green, Paul Shaffer, Andy Dick, Matt Groening, Barry Pepper, Martin Short, and Geddy Lee. Former Prime Minister of Canada Paul Martin was the host. In 2008, Thomas revived Bob and Doug McKenzie in a new animated series, Bob & Doug. While Thomas reprises the character of Doug in the new series, Moranis chose not to voice the character of Bob, which instead is voiced by Dave Coulier. Moranis is, however, involved in the series as an executive producer.[5]  In November 2009, Thomas received an Honorary Doctor of Letters from his alma mater McMaster University and gave the fall convocation speech. In 2010 Animax continued to produce branded entertainment, advertising and digital shorts for corporations like Disney, Warner Brothers, NBC Universal, and Kodak. In 2011, Thomas's company Animax produced another animated show for MTV entitled Big Box along with numerous Internet shorts such as Life With Dad.[6][7]  In 2012 and 2013 Thomas guest starred in the dramatic shows Perception and Bones as well as comedy shows Comedy Bang! Bang! and How I Met Your Mother. In addition in 2013 Thomas voiced the recurring role of Jeff Foxworthy's father Jesco in the CMT show Bounty Hunters.  Thomas joined the writing staff of the Fox crime drama television series Bones beginning in 2013. Thomas worked for two seasons on Bones, writing several episodes and working on staff as consulting producer for two seasons.[8]  In 2015 Thomas joined the writing staff of NBC's The Blacklist as a consulting producer. In 2020 life-sized statues of Thomas and Rick Moranis as their characters Bob and Doug McKenzie were put in place at the ICE District Sports Arena in Edmonton, Alberta.[9] Also in 2020, the Governor-General of Canada announced that Thomas was being appointed to the Order of Canada,[10] Canada's highest civilian award. In 2021, Thomas and Max Allan Collins teamed to write a sci-fi mystery novel, The Many Lives of Jimmy Leighton.

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they're talking WICKED, part 1: why we all relate to it so deeply, our favorite moments of the film, and how wild the different brand collaborations they have are. PLUS today they chat: Sabrina Carpenter making Alice in Wonderland, Taylor Swift's upcoming documentary, I Love LA, The Jonas Brothers Christmas Movie, and more.  Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls  MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 39:30 Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls   Preorder Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156 THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR: Collingswood, New Jersey / Philly area - January 7th Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107 Memphis, TN - January 9th Novel Memphis - 6pm in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche 387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117 RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Austin, TX - January 11th Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm In conversation with Natasha Polis  205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626 TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone JANUARY - 14 - Culver City, CA The Ripped Bodice - 7pm in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth 3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232 TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets  Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Check out Natasha's sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/ Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes! Website: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/  Email us feedback: thoseforkingfangirls@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirls Get Christine's novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy  Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they're talking Frankenstein inspired films and tv — and comparing/contrasting the themes highlighted in those stories to Netflix's new Guillermo del Toro's gorgeous new Frankenstein film. If you haven't seen it yet, it's streaming now, but they will warn you before any spoilers come about. PLUS today they chat: their 3 year anniversary, a Red White & Royal Blue sequel, American Horror story's casting for season 13, Regretting You, Love is Blind, Percy Jackson, and more.  Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls  MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT 38:00 fangirl teatime starts at: 2:08:00 Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls   Preorder Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156 THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR: Collingswood, New Jersey / Philly area - January 7th Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107 Memphis, TN - January 9th Novel Memphis - 6pm in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche 387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117 RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Austin, TX - January 11th Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm 205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626 TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone JANUARY - 14 - Culver City, CA The Ripped Bodice - 7pm in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth 3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232 TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets  Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Check out Natasha's sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/ Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes! Website: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/  Email us feedback: thoseforkingfangirls@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirls Get Christine's novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy  Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they're talking HALLOWEEN and how their perspective on it has shifted now that cosplay is a big part of their lives. Today they have special guest and professional cosplay queen Lauren Does Cosplay!! They chat Halloweens past, cosplay triumphs, plus they discuss Star Wars news, Fallout, the new Bruce Springsteen movie, Die My Love, and more! Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls  MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT 57:46  fangirl teatime starts at: 1:48:30 Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls   FIND LAUREN ON THE INTERWEBS: TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauren.does.cosplay?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurendoescosplay/  Preorder Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156 THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR: NYC - JANUARY 6TH *buffering* Collingswood, New Jersey / Philly area - January 7th Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107 Memphis, TN - January 9th Novel Memphis - 6pm in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche 387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117 RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Austin, TX - January 11th Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm 205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626 TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone JANUARY - 14 - Culver City, CA The Ripped Bodice - 7pm in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth 3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232 TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets  Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone Check out Natasha's sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/ Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes! Website: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/  Email us feedback: thoseforkingfangirls@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirls Get Christine's novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy  Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all