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One manifesto pledge of the incoming Labour government was to provide over 3000 new nurseries in empty school classrooms in England. The first 300 of these will open by September and offer an average of 20 places each. Nuala McGovern speaks to Bridget Phillipson, Secretary of State for Education, about this announcement and also about the current state of provision and funding for children with special education needs.Darkly funny, unsettling, and razor-sharp, I Hope You're Happy by Marni Appleton is a haunting collection of short stories exploring modern womanhood through the lens of horror and satire. From viral photos to eerie performances in dead-end jobs, these stories capture the weirdness of millennial life... where power struggles, fleeting connections, and social media anxieties collide with the surreal. Marni joined Nuala to discuss the themes and her inspiration.A new exhibition called Curious Cures at Cambridge University Library explores medicine in the medieval era. Dozens of unique medical manuscripts, recipes, cures and guides to healthy living from the 14th and 15th centuries are on display. To discuss women's role in medieval medicine, Nuala was joined by the exhibition's curator and medieval manuscripts specialist, Dr James Freeman.The Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood believes “prison isn't working” for women and wants to reduce the number of female prisoners. Nuala speaks to Scarlett Roberts, a former prisoner and is now a Churchill Fellow and to former prisoner Jules Rowan, who co-hosts the Life After Prison podcast. They are joined by former prisoner officer and former Head of Security and Operations at HMP Wormwood Scrubs Vanessa Frake-Harris, and by prison Intelligence Analyst, author of Five by Five, Claire Wilson and Lucy Russell, Head of Policy and Public Affairs at the charity Women in Prison. The Neonatal Care Act starts tomorrow. It allows employed parents to take up to 12 weeks of additional leave on top of their maternity or paternity leave if their newborn baby stays in hospital for more than seven days. We hear from Catriona Ogilvy, founder of premature baby charity The Smallest Things, who has been fighting for this law change for 10 years.Echo vom Eierstock is Switzerland's first feminist yodelling choir. Elena Kaiser is their founder and joined Nuala to discuss where her love of yodelling came from, and why she is challenging the make-up of traditional yodelling choirs and songs.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Annette Wells Editor: Emma Pearce

This episode features "Through These Moments, Darkly" written by Samantha Murray. Published in the April 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/murray_04_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/join/clarkesworld?

Eid is a celebration of strength and gratitude where Muslims all around the world come together to mark the end of Ramadan. Nuala McGovern is joined by one of the first Muslim headteachers in the country, Bushra Nasir, author & podcaster Shelina Janmohamed and Executive Board Member at the Muslim Council of Wales Jamilla Hekmoun to discuss what roles they have on this day, from acting as the ‘memory markers' to passing down the rich traditions that keep religious stories and practices alive as well as some of the pressures women can feel at this time. Women across England will be able to get the morning after pill for free from pharmacies from later this year, the Government has said. Emergency contraception is already free of charge from most GPs and sexual health clinics. But ministers say getting it in pharmacies is a "postcode lottery" - with some councils funding free prescriptions, while elsewhere women can pay up to £30. Nuala discusses the plan with Dr Janet Barter, President, Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare.The Government says it's going to create 10,000 new school places for children with special educational needs and disabilities in mainstream schools. Ministers are saying £740 million will be allocated in England over the next three years. It comes as a new report is launched at Westminster today which warns that more and more children are 'losing learning' because their needs are not being met, or they are being suspended or excluded. Nuala discusses the issues and possible solutions with the report's author, Ellie Harris, Aaliyah, a young woman who couldn't attend school due to SEND, and the actress and mother Anna Maxwell Martin and Louise McLeod, the Executive Headteacher of two primary schools in Norfolk.Darkly funny, unsettling, and razor-sharp, I Hope You're Happy by Marni Appleton is a haunting collection of short stories exploring modern womanhood through the lens of horror and satire. From viral photos to eerie performances in dead-end jobs, these stories capture the weirdness of millennial life... where power struggles, fleeting connections, and social media anxieties collide with the surreal. Marni joins Nuala to discuss the themes and her inspiration.Presented by Nuala McGovern Producer: Louise Corley

Track List:****************************************************************************  John Bykov-Getting Older (Extended Mix) Eugene Bori - Screaming (Extended Mix) Gogol - If You Feel (Original Mix) Mister Motif - Analog in the air TONI SIZER  Mikhaylov ft. SEVENEVER - Remember (Original mix) Cimmerian - The Animate And The Unanimate  (Extended Mix) Mister Motif - One Night In Chicago Eden Prince & Alex Mills - This Feeling (Original Club Mix) Teko - Downtown (Original Club Mix) Airsand & Gassan - Don't Wake Up (Original Mix) DJ Renat, Turaniqa-Lonely (Radio Edit) Core D-Lane - Boundless Serenity ************************************************************************* NOTE: If you like the individual tracks, support the artist and buy the originals available online or at nearest record store. Should the relevant parties have any concerns, they are welcome to contact me Email: mistermotif82@gmail.comFollow me:FB: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mister-Motif/312374202224890 TW: https://twitter.com/MisterMotif IST: https://www.instagram.com/mister_motif/ Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Mister_Motif/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMN5J1Lkfoh_mCByu6Guc7wSupport me: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mistermotifIf you want to earn some money, try this link: https://earnapp.com/i/qx8ft31

THROUGH A SCREEN DARKLY is the new podcast from Filthy Hope Studios, coming soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Episode 70 of the Friday Night Karaoke Podcast, and the theme was Breakup & Heartbreak Songs! Valentine’s Day is over... and love is so last week. This week on the Friday Night Karaoke Podcast, Mike and Joe are diving headfirst into the FNK ExFiles—a heartbreak-fueled, soul-baring, sometimes hilarious, and always powerful collection of breakup and heartache songs brought to life by the amazing FNK community. It’s the ultimate anti-Valentine’s celebration, packed with raw emotion, witty revenge anthems, and the kind of karaoke therapy we all need from time to time. Whether you’re nursing a broken heart or just love a good breakup jam, this episode is guaranteed to hit all the right (and wrong) notes—in the best way possible. FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE ALONGSIDE HOSTS Mike Wiston AND Joe Rubin: Janee Luts D'Ippolito kicks it off with a hauntingly beautiful version of "Creep" by Radiohead. Moody, emotional, and absolutely gripping. Anthony Gorby Sr tugs at the heartstrings with "I Can Still Make Cheyenne" by George Strait. Classic country storytelling at its finest. Angel Lark lets loose with "Love Stinks" by J. Geils Band. It’s bitter, it’s bold, and it’s a total bop. Mike Wiston brings the dramatic flair with "Somebody Kill Me" from The Wedding Singer. Darkly hilarious and oddly relatable. Karen Pavkov says exactly what we’re all thinking with "No More F***s to Give" by Thomas Benjamin. It’s cheeky, empowering, and a total mood. Eric Dubrofsky offers some heartfelt healing with "It'll Be Okay" by Shawn Mendes. Gentle, soothing, and full of hope. Dana LaValle turns the tables with "Gives You Hell" by The All-American Rejects. A perfect revenge anthem with serious singalong energy. Kevin Parish Sr closes the show with a punchy and fun cover of "The Breakup Song" by Greg Kihn Band. A retro jam that still hits hard. So grab some ice cream, throw on your best breakup playlist vibes, and join us for an episode that proves heartbreak sounds a lot better with a mic in hand. Let’s karaoke those ExFiles—FNK style! Love what you hear? Join the Friday Night Karaoke Facebook group here and be part of the magic! It's negativity free, ad-free, and all about the music: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fridaynightkaraoke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Has the Martin Family's car been found in the Columbia River? What happened to the Brazilian poisoner who tried to kill her husbands family? What is Hantavirus, the incredibly rare illness that killed Gene Hackman's wife? I'm opening my mailbag today to ask some of your burning darkly curious questions TW: references but not not descriptions of the following- Suicide, child abuse, sexual abuse, animal death Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to bonus content as well as other perks. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after-show called Footnotes, where I share my case file with our producer, Matt. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to bonus episodes and more when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Track List:****************************************************************************  Nelly Furtado - All Good Things (Mister Motif Remix) Vuta - Bright Horizon (Original Mix) Pat FM - Chill or Move (Lauer House Remix) Tamer Fouda - Opposite Mantra (Original Mix) Ibanak William - Kalima [UNBELIEVABLE] Andrey Gronsky - Weightlessness DJ Renat, Turaniqa - Lonely (Extended Mix) Elle Mabell-Dominion The Khitrov, Ver-dikt, Andy Dav - This Song of My Heart (Ataman Live Remix) [VSA Recordings] Veive - Just So Beautiful (Original Mix) Roderic H - Lost Found Delivered (Extended Mix) [Club Restricted Promo] Alon Halperin, Wayward Brothers - Godspeed (Original Mix) Galucci, Luccas Deo-Algorithmic Revolution (Original Mix) ************************************************************************* NOTE: If you like the individual tracks, support the artist and buy the originals available online or at nearest record store. Should the relevant parties have any concerns, they are welcome to contact me Email: mistermotif82@gmail.comFollow me:FB: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mister-Motif/312374202224890 TW: https://twitter.com/MisterMotif IST: https://www.instagram.com/mister_motif/ Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Mister_Motif/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMN5J1Lkfoh_mCByu6Guc7wSupport me: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mistermotifIf you want to earn some money, try this link: https://earnapp.com/i/qx8ft31

Multiversal politics, plot armored captains, and flying whales, oh my! Shaun Duke and Daniel Haeusser are joined by Cadwell Turnbull and Craig Lincoln, two members of the writing collective, Darkly Lem! And they're here to talk about their first Darkly Lem novel, Transmentation | Transience! We tackle the ins and outs of collaborative writing, bending and blending genres, spy narratives and multiverse premises, and much more! Thanks for listening. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Don't forget to catch our live format every Friday at 7 PM Central on Twitch at AlphabetStreams! If you have a question you'd like us to answer, feel free to shoot us a message on our contact page. Our new intro and outro music comes from Holy Mole. You can support his work at patreon.com/holymole. See you later, navigator!

Are we all stuck in a cycle of self-indulgence, toxic relationships, and cultural illusions? In this episode, I sit down with Mitritch & Milqart, the creative minds behind Festive Trap, a satirical novel that takes a sharp, darkly humorous look at modern life.Get ready for an eye-opening, laugh-out-loud take on the madness of modern society!We dive into:The inspiration behind Festive Trap and why satire is the perfect lens for today's worldHow toxic relationships and self-indulgence keep people stuckThe hypocrisy of corporate culture and the illusions we buy intoHow Festive Trap blends storytelling with NFT art Episode Resources:⁠⁠⁠⁠Festive Trap ⁠Website⁠Festive Trap ⁠Book on Amazon

President Trump's lawlessness is escalating. First he angrily tweeted that his predecessor's pardons of January 6 committee members are invalid, while threatening to prosecute them. Meanwhile, the Trump administration appears to have violated a court order in deporting some Venezuelans. And his border czar flatly declared that the administration is set to ignore what judges say. At Monday's briefing, press secretary Karoline Leavitt spun madly about all this, but her lack of clarity strongly hinted that Trump is on the precipice of a new level of lawbreaking. We talked to legal scholar Matthew Seligman, a skilled decoder of complicated legal messes. He explains why Trump's latest moves are “chilling”—and why Leavitt's ambiguity is only cause to anticipate more lawlessness, not less. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump's lawlessness is escalating. First he angrily tweeted that his predecessor's pardons of January 6 committee members are invalid, while threatening to prosecute them. Meanwhile, the Trump administration appears to have violated a court order in deporting some Venezuelans. And his border czar flatly declared that the administration is set to ignore what judges say. At Monday's briefing, press secretary Karoline Leavitt spun madly about all this, but her lack of clarity strongly hinted that Trump is on the precipice of a new level of lawbreaking. We talked to legal scholar Matthew Seligman, a skilled decoder of complicated legal messes. He explains why Trump's latest moves are “chilling”—and why Leavitt's ambiguity is only cause to anticipate more lawlessness, not less.  Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, Gem, Laura, Ashlyn, and Lauren talk scams and charlatans. On this episode: George Mickum’s fake Birkin Bags, the “Pig Butchering” romance scam that manages to make crypto even more fraudulent, useless “AI-powered” weapon scanners, and M. Lamar Keene’s run-ins with the “Psychic Mafia”. Life, the … Continue reading Episode 210: A Scammer Darkly →

Track List:****************************************************************************  Polina Grace, Terry McLove - I Dont Wanna Know Radio Edit VAN DL, Dj Dimco - Take Me Up (Extended Mix) (1) Flipside - Stay (Another Night) (Extended Mix) Hoodyloops - Its A Jungle Out There RhythmDB & Alexander Orue - Return Of The Iguana (Instrumental Mix) Julia Turano - Hold On (Wrigley Remix) Proof Db - Static Robot (Original Mix) Cimmerian - 2AM Paul Farrin - Someone To Love Dj To-ya, Subkowski - Desire (Extended Mix) Mister Motif - When it becomes dark Cimmerian - Is This Just A Dream Raúl Medina - Like a Gee (Original Mix) Mister Motif - Back to '90s ************************************************************************* NOTE: If you like the individual tracks, support the artist and buy the originals available online or at nearest record store. Should the relevant parties have any concerns, they are welcome to contact me Email: mistermotif82@gmail.comFollow me:FB: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mister-Motif/312374202224890 TW: https://twitter.com/MisterMotif IST: https://www.instagram.com/mister_motif/ Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Mister_Motif/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMN5J1Lkfoh_mCByu6Guc7wSupport me: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mistermotifIf you want to earn some money, try this link: https://earnapp.com/i/qx8ft31

After navigating the barriers to abortion access, Rachel now faces the emotional weight of the experience—her body, her relationships, and the choices that linger long after the procedure.As she processes the physical toll of the abortion, a conversation with her mother reveals a hidden family history of reproductive decisions. Meanwhile, her boyfriend's lack of emotional support forces her to question not only their relationship but the broader societal structures that leave women shouldering the weight of these choices alone.Darkly funny and brutally honest, Hypothetical Baby isn't just about abortion—it's about power, partnership, and what it really means to have a choice.

Murderous middle-age male meets moral mentor's mindful mantras. This week, we kick off season 19 with the alliterative "Darkly Dreaming Dexter" by Jeff Lindsay. Will Dexter turn evil? Will he ever experience human emotions? Should we have watched the TV show instead of reading his bad bad book? Tune in to the episode to find out!Mean Book Club is four ladies (UCB, BuzzFeed, College Humor, Impractical Jokers) who read, discuss and whine about NYT bestselling books that have questionable literary merit. It's fun. It's cathartic. It's perfect for your commute. New podcast (almost) every Tuesday! Here's the Season 18 reading list: 1. Fourth Wing by Yarros 2. Hillbilly Elegy by JD Vance 3. The Housemaid by Freida McFadden 4. Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg 5. A Court of Thrones and Roses by Sarah J. Maas 6. The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes 7. Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden 8. While Justice Sleeps by Stacey AbramsSend any future book suggestions to meanbookclub@gmail.com! Follow us on the socials @meanbookclub! Rate, like, subscribe, and check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/meanbookclub to become a true patron of the mean arts.CREDITS: Hosted by Sarah Burton, Clara Morris, Johnna Scrabis, & Sabrina B. Jordan. This episode was produced and edited by Sarah Burton and Blake Opper. Special thanks to FSM Team for our theme song, "Parkour Introvert." Thanks to paschimeestudiofor "Suspense Intro Feel." You can get both songs here: https://www.free-stock-music.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mean-book-club--3199521/support.

Track List:**************************************************************************** Mister Motif - Intro ENPaul&Me-I Need (Original Mix)Paul&Me - I Need (Extended Mix)Dirk Sid Eno ft. LORA - Disco Rain (Original Mix)Sean Finn & DJ Wady & Moondark - Pasilda (CASSIMM Radio Edit)DJ Vivona - Feed Me Then (Original Club Mix)Joe Hawes - Shakin  (Extended Mix)Frankie x A-Mase x Vika Grand - Black Diamond (Extended Mix)James Hurr - Right Now (Original Club Mix)ARRATOU - Show Me (Max Maxwell Remix)Will Fast - Keep It On (Original Mix)Sharapov, Nott & Alvis - Better With You (Original Mix)Let's Dance (Che Jose Midnight Rework)Brian Don - Reflections (Extended Mix)Kapuzen - Planet Rhythm (Original Club Mix)Jou Nielsen, Paul Ikky - In The Backroom (Extended Mix)************************************************************************* NOTE: If you like the individual tracks, support the artist and buy the originals available online or at nearest record store. Should the relevant parties have any concerns, they are welcome to contact me Email: mistermotif82@gmail.comFollow me:FB: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mister-Motif/312374202224890 TW: https://twitter.com/MisterMotif IST: https://www.instagram.com/mister_motif/ Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Mister_Motif/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMN5J1Lkfoh_mCByu6Guc7wSupport me: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mistermotifIf you want to earn some money, try this link: https://earnapp.com/i/qx8ft31

Marshall Karp's new book is "Don't Tell Me How to Die." It is out tomorrow. As one blurb writer wrote: A razor-sharp domestic thriller about a dying woman's desperate mission to handpick her husband's next wife and she'll stop at nothing to get the job done. Darkly funny and relentlessly suspenseful, Karp displays every skill as one of the greatest storytellers of our generation.

Track List:****************************************************************************  Mister Motif - Intro EN La Roux - Damaged Goods (Wuh Oh remix) Mister Motif - One Night In Chicago EDUKE & Brotech - Going Insane (Radio Mix) Under Sanctions - Talk About It (Extended Mix) Thomas Scheffler & Mossy - Ella elle i'a (Iberostarz Club Mix Edit) Unknow - I Live 4 Music Dirty Palm f. Lucas Ariel - Missing Out (Original Club Mix) Sergey Insaroff-Not This Time (Original Mix) Guy Scheiman & Marcos Adam - Rise Up (Diego Santander Remix) Imanol - Hechizo de diamantes (Original Mix) JAHAYA, CTRL A - Rakamakofo Alon Halperin - The Underground (Original Mix) Mister Motif - Into the deep Mr. Nunez - Bubbling (Original Club Mix) Taho & Matt Sugar R - Dopaminovor ************************************************************************* NOTE: If you like the individual tracks, support the artist and buy the originals available online or at nearest record store. Should the relevant parties have any concerns, they are welcome to contact me Email: mistermotif82@gmail.comFollow me:FB: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mister-Motif/312374202224890 TW: https://twitter.com/MisterMotif IST: https://www.instagram.com/mister_motif/ Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Mister_Motif/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMN5J1Lkfoh_mCByu6Guc7wSupport me: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mistermotifIf you want to earn some money, try this link: https://earnapp.com/i/qx8ft31

Track List:**************************************************************************** Mister Motif - Intro ENJames Gary - The Past is GoneLaurent X - Drowning in a Sea of HouseLizzie Curious & Louis Lennon - Into The Club (Original Mix)Mister Motif - '80sLITCHI, MonAmourrr, ANZA - Fahrenheit 3000 (Radio Edit)OMG Collective f. Janice Robinson - Love Comes Once In Your Life (DJ Flipside Club Mix)FAKE TATTOOS, LITCHI, ANZA - INTERCONTINENTAL (Extended mix)Final Sample - Last WordsYocon - Everybody Get Up (Original Mix)Block & Crown - U Got The Body (Original Mix)SVET - Lets Do It Right (Juloboy Remix Radio Version)Proof Db - Taka Tuko (Original Mix)Kerim Muravey, Pawel Prutt ft. Loann - Sorry (Original Mix)Anza, DJ Nejtrino - Thunder In My Heart (Radio Edit)Stefanno b2b Julianno - Mitigate the A.I. (Extended Mix)Panko - Shadow (Original Mix)************************************************************************* NOTE: If you like the individual tracks, support the artist and buy the originals available online or at nearest record store. Should the relevant parties have any concerns, they are welcome to contact me Email: mistermotif82@gmail.comFollow me:FB: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mister-Motif/312374202224890 TW: https://twitter.com/MisterMotif IST: https://www.instagram.com/mister_motif/ Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Mister_Motif/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMN5J1Lkfoh_mCByu6Guc7wSupport me: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mistermotifIf you want to earn some money, try this link: https://earnapp.com/i/qx8ft31

This episode we paint with the colors of our soul in the Ionia region with Hwei related lore. | All CoR Links | www.podcastcor.com | Music By Slayur | www.linktr.ee/slayur | Story By | Isa Mari De Leon 00:00 Intro 04:00 Part 1 11:30 Part 2 16:30 Part 3 24:00 General Discussion

Track List:****************************************************************************  Mister Motif - Intro EN Albi - Pain Mant Deep - Never Felt So Good (Original Mix) TONI SIZER  Mikhaylov feat. SEVENEVER - Remember (Original mix) Alejandro Tolosa - Burn Together (Original Mix) (Taucher Remix) [Marksman Edit] - Ayla  Disco Ball'z - Fun for Jack (Original Mix) Col Lawton - Room (Original Mix) GEMINIS , da Believer-Frequency (Extended Mix) Mister Motif - One Night In Chicago Matt Sugar R-Shake Your Booty Baby (Taho Remix) EDUKE & Brotech - Going Insane (Radio Dub Mix) Wayward Brothers - All I Want  (Extended Mix) Unknown - Distant (Frank Arvonio Remix) ************************************************************************* NOTE: If you like the individual tracks, support the artist and buy the originals available online or at nearest record store. Should the relevant parties have any concerns, they are welcome to contact me Email: mistermotif82@gmail.comFollow me:FB: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mister-Motif/312374202224890 TW: https://twitter.com/MisterMotif IST: https://www.instagram.com/mister_motif/ Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Mister_Motif/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMN5J1Lkfoh_mCByu6Guc7wSupport me: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mistermotifIf you want to earn some money, try this link: https://earnapp.com/i/qx8ft31

Track List:****************************************************************************  Mister Motif - Intro EN Fabio Vee, Dafnesia - All Night (Original Mix) KRYKE - Roads (Zak Remix) Violetta_Dj - Arakis Advent - Lost In A Dream Alon Halperin - Mescaline MANNA - Arena Destine - Stuck in the Middle Mister Motif - 3am in London Dan Laino, Lalo Leyy - Got To Get Down (Original Mix) Anto & Rare Candy - A2. Anto & Rare Candy - Where Did You Go (Extended Mix) PURPUNKT - Staten House Maxx Play & Zimri-Today (Radio Edit) CHERIAN, Lorenzo Pallavidino - Wastin Time [Kid Massive Re-Edit] [GET DOWN] Diplo & TSHA f. Kareen Lomax - Let You Go (Original Club Mix) Max M & Chris Willis - I ll Be Up (Original Mix) ************************************************************************* NOTE: If you like the individual tracks, support the artist and buy the originals available online or at nearest record store. Should the relevant parties have any concerns, they are welcome to contact me Email: mistermotif82@gmail.comFollow me:FB: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mister-Motif/312374202224890 TW: https://twitter.com/MisterMotif IST: https://www.instagram.com/mister_motif/ Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Mister_Motif/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMN5J1Lkfoh_mCByu6Guc7wSupport me: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mistermotifIf you want to earn some money, try this link: https://earnapp.com/i/qx8ft31

With ‘Special Topics and Calamity Physics' and ‘Night Film' both catapulting Marisha Pessl into the realms of early BookTube and book internet fanfare in the early 2010s, with whispers of dark academia and academia-related stories that blend with thrillers and literary fiction. We've both been long-interested in Marisha Pessl as an author and the fascinating premise and stunning cover of ‘Darkly' meant it was sent straight to the top of our dark academia wishlist…A seemingly ordinary high school student. A mysterious summer internship. And a legendary games designer, now dead.When an ad for an internship with the Louisiana Veda Foundation appears, Arcadia 'Dia' Gannon rushes to apply. Veda's game-making empire, Darkly, was renowned for its ingenious and terrifying games back in the day and Dia is as obsessed with them as anyone.The remaining games are priced like highly sought-after works of art, with the rarest and most notorious commanding tens of millions of dollars at auction. Now, Dia is thrust into the enigmatic heart of the operation. But who are these other interns? Why do they all seem to have something to hide? And why was she really chosen? It soon becomes clear that this summer will be the most twisted Darkly game of all.But will ‘Darkly' live up to our inflated dark academia dreams?In this episode we discuss:- The many pop culture, movie, TV and literary influences and connections we found in ‘Darkly'- The way that the media villainise creative, successful women, and the way that the men around them support and facilitate it- The role of romance, Poe Valois III and Choke Newington

Track List:****************************************************************************  Mister Motif - Intro EN Diplo & TSHA f. Kareen Lomax - Let You Go (Original Club Mix) Jazzione - Lovely Piano Seven Grand Housing Authority - Jessica OMG Collective f. Janice Robinson - Love Comes Once In Your Life (Dave Aude Club Mix) Andrey Exx, TuraniQa-Show Me Love (Radio Mix) Cazztek & Neon Steve - The Party Update (Original Club Mix) Jenia Smile & Ser Twister - Hanuma (Instrumental Mix) Gabi Giordan - Wait (Extended Mix) Airsand, TuraniQa - Ahora (Radio Edit) Galucci, Luccas Deo - Algorithmic Revolution (Radio Mix) Johan Mila, Santamaria feat. Millicent-I'm Free (Original Mix) Sergey Insaroff - Tomorrow (John Bykov Extended Remix) Mr.Orpheus, Coco-Liar (Remains Of Silence Remix) Muhammed Felfel, obeidmusic - Hotline (Original Mix) Freuds-Must Be Behind (Original Mix)  ************************************************************************* NOTE: If you like the individual tracks, support the artist and buy the originals available online or at nearest record store. Should the relevant parties have any concerns, they are welcome to contact me Email: mistermotif82@gmail.comFollow me:FB: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mister-Motif/312374202224890 TW: https://twitter.com/MisterMotif IST: https://www.instagram.com/mister_motif/ Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Mister_Motif/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMN5J1Lkfoh_mCByu6Guc7wSupport me: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mistermotifIf you want to earn some money, try this link: https://earnapp.com/i/qx8ft31

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In the second week of Sci-Fi Month, the Fully-Booked hosts Meaghan and Arthur navigate a "fish out of water" experience for Meghan, who is less familiar with science fiction. Originally planned to discuss The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, they pivot to a newer release, The Wild Robot. This decision provides a fresh opportunity to explore a beloved modern story that blends sci-fi with emotional depth, making it accessible for both newcomers and seasoned fans of the genre. Meaghan confesses her initial hesitation about sci-fi but finds herself captivated by The Wild Robot. Arthur, the sci-fi aficionado, frames the film’s exploration of existential and environmental themes as a segue into broader discussions about the genre’s versatility and appeal. Overview of The Wild Robot: Story, Animation, and Reception Released on September 27th, The Wild Robot is an animated adaptation of Peter Brown’s 2016 novel - the first in a trilogy. The film follows Roz, a helper robot, stranded on an uninhabited island after a cargo ship accident. As the only undamaged unit among her fleet, Roz adapts to her new environment and evolves beyond her programming, forming a bond with Brightbill, a gosling who imprints on her as his mother. Roz’s journey is marked by humorous and heartfelt moments as she learns to communicate with the island’s animal inhabitants and helps Brightbill prepare for migration. The animation’s expressive quality and poignant score amplify the emotional resonance, drawing audiences into Roz’s world. The film received critical acclaim, boasting an 8.2/10 on IMDb and a 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Its strong box office performance and critical success suggest a bright future for the planned sequel, based on the second book in the trilogy. Peter Brown’s involvement as a consultant on the film ensures fidelity to the original story while allowing for adaptation to the screen. Major Themes in The Wild Robot: Finding Place and Purpose Meaghan and Arthur highlight several key themes: Adaptation and Otherness: Roz’s journey mirrors the experience of outsiders adapting to new environments. The film explores her evolution from a programmed helper to an individual with feelings and a sense of purpose, challenging the notion of rigid programming or societal expectations. Found Family: The bond between Roz and Brightbill exemplifies the idea that families are not solely defined by biology but by love, care, and shared experiences. Roz’s relationships with other animals, particularly the fox Fink, further emphasize this theme. Parenthood: Roz’s transformation into a surrogate mother delves into the infinite nature of parental love and responsibility. Her willingness to prioritize Brightbill’s needs over her own reflects the universal struggles and joys of parenting. Environmentalism and Coexistence: The backdrop of the story subtly critiques humanity’s impact on the planet. The thriving ecosystem of the untouched island contrasts with the human-made dystopia hinted at through the animals’ migration journey. The submerged Golden Gate Bridge and dome-covered cities underscore themes of climate change and humanity’s tendency to disrupt natural harmony. Bullying and Acceptance: Roz, Brightbill, and Fink all face discrimination due to their differences. Their journey toward acceptance within the animal community promotes messages of empathy and overcoming prejudice. The Humor and Emotional Depth of The Wild Robot While deeply thematic, the film balances heavy topics with humor. Darkly comedic moments, such as Roz accidentally destroying Brightbill’s family or the possum’s exaggerated reaction to danger, elicit laughter while adding complexity to the narrative. The writing and voice acting excel in blending comedy with poignant storytelling. Notable voice actors, including Lupita Nyong’o as Roz, Pedro Pascal as Fink, and Kit Connor as Brightbill, bring warmth and nuance to their characters. The music, praised for its emotional power, enhances the storytelling, making even the simplest scenes impactful. Comparisons and Sci-Fi Adjacent Elements The hosts draw comparisons between The Wild Robot and WALL-E. Both films feature robotic protagonists who challenge human norms and highlight environmental issues. While WALL-E directly critiques humanity’s overconsumption, The Wild Robot places more emphasis on nature’s resilience and adaptability. The untouched island serves as a microcosm of what the world could look like without human interference. Sci-fi elements remain understated but pivotal, particularly in Roz’s interactions with Universal Dynamics recovery units. These scenes underscore the darker implications of corporate control and technological dependence. A Heartfelt Sci-Fi Experience The Wild Robot strikes a balance between sci-fi and emotional storytelling, making it an excellent entry point for those new to the genre. Meghan and Arthur celebrate its ability to engage audiences of all ages through humor, heart, and thought-provoking themes. As Sci-Fi Month continues, the hosts promise deeper dives into harder sci-fi literature and film, setting the stage for further exploration of the genre’s endless possibilities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a seismic event leaves the world shattered, an unnamed narrator at the end of a mediocre acting career struggles to regain the ability to walk on ground that is in constant motion. When her alluring younger housemate, Tala, disappears, what had begun as an obsession grows into an impulse to kill, forcing the narrator to confront the meaning of the ruptures that have suddenly upended her life. The drive to find and eliminate Tala becomes an existential pursuit, leading back in time and out into a desolate, dust-covered city, where the narrator is targeted by charismatic “healing” ideologues with uncertain motives. Torn between a gnawing desire to reckon with the forces that have made her and an immediate need to find the stability to survive, she is forced to question familiar figurations of light, shadow, authenticity, resistance, and the limits of personal transformation in an alienated, alienating world. Darkly comic, deeply resonant, and hallucinatory in tone, An Earthquake Is a Shaking of the Surface of the Earth (Soft Skull, 2024) will appeal to readers of Annie Ernaux, Dionne Brand, and Sheila Heti. Anna's most recent book is Participation. A poet and a translator, Anna has won the James Laughlin Award for her poetry and shared the 2021 International Booker Prize with David Diop for his novel At Night All Blood is Black. A student of plants and herbalism, she is a member of the publishing collective Ugly Duckling Presse and a cofound of Bushel Collective. Recommended Books: Poupeh Missaghi, Sound Museum Renee Gladman, My Lesbian Novel Mari Ruti, A World of Fragile Things  Chris Holmes is Chair of Literatures in English and Associate Professor at Ithaca College. He writes criticism on contemporary global literatures. His book, Kazuo Ishiguro Against World Literature, is published with Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the co-director of The New Voices Festival, a celebration of work in poetry, prose, and playwriting by up-and-coming young writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a seismic event leaves the world shattered, an unnamed narrator at the end of a mediocre acting career struggles to regain the ability to walk on ground that is in constant motion. When her alluring younger housemate, Tala, disappears, what had begun as an obsession grows into an impulse to kill, forcing the narrator to confront the meaning of the ruptures that have suddenly upended her life. The drive to find and eliminate Tala becomes an existential pursuit, leading back in time and out into a desolate, dust-covered city, where the narrator is targeted by charismatic “healing” ideologues with uncertain motives. Torn between a gnawing desire to reckon with the forces that have made her and an immediate need to find the stability to survive, she is forced to question familiar figurations of light, shadow, authenticity, resistance, and the limits of personal transformation in an alienated, alienating world. Darkly comic, deeply resonant, and hallucinatory in tone, An Earthquake Is a Shaking of the Surface of the Earth (Soft Skull, 2024) will appeal to readers of Annie Ernaux, Dionne Brand, and Sheila Heti. Anna's most recent book is Participation. A poet and a translator, Anna has won the James Laughlin Award for her poetry and shared the 2021 International Booker Prize with David Diop for his novel At Night All Blood is Black. A student of plants and herbalism, she is a member of the publishing collective Ugly Duckling Presse and a cofound of Bushel Collective. Recommended Books: Poupeh Missaghi, Sound Museum Renee Gladman, My Lesbian Novel Mari Ruti, A World of Fragile Things  Chris Holmes is Chair of Literatures in English and Associate Professor at Ithaca College. He writes criticism on contemporary global literatures. His book, Kazuo Ishiguro Against World Literature, is published with Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the co-director of The New Voices Festival, a celebration of work in poetry, prose, and playwriting by up-and-coming young writers. 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

After a seismic event leaves the world shattered, an unnamed narrator at the end of a mediocre acting career struggles to regain the ability to walk on ground that is in constant motion. When her alluring younger housemate, Tala, disappears, what had begun as an obsession grows into an impulse to kill, forcing the narrator to confront the meaning of the ruptures that have suddenly upended her life. The drive to find and eliminate Tala becomes an existential pursuit, leading back in time and out into a desolate, dust-covered city, where the narrator is targeted by charismatic “healing” ideologues with uncertain motives. Torn between a gnawing desire to reckon with the forces that have made her and an immediate need to find the stability to survive, she is forced to question familiar figurations of light, shadow, authenticity, resistance, and the limits of personal transformation in an alienated, alienating world. Darkly comic, deeply resonant, and hallucinatory in tone, An Earthquake Is a Shaking of the Surface of the Earth (Soft Skull, 2024) will appeal to readers of Annie Ernaux, Dionne Brand, and Sheila Heti. Anna's most recent book is Participation. A poet and a translator, Anna has won the James Laughlin Award for her poetry and shared the 2021 International Booker Prize with David Diop for his novel At Night All Blood is Black. A student of plants and herbalism, she is a member of the publishing collective Ugly Duckling Presse and a cofound of Bushel Collective. Recommended Books: Poupeh Missaghi, Sound Museum Renee Gladman, My Lesbian Novel Mari Ruti, A World of Fragile Things  Chris Holmes is Chair of Literatures in English and Associate Professor at Ithaca College. He writes criticism on contemporary global literatures. His book, Kazuo Ishiguro Against World Literature, is published with Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the co-director of The New Voices Festival, a celebration of work in poetry, prose, and playwriting by up-and-coming young writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science-fiction

After a seismic event leaves the world shattered, an unnamed narrator at the end of a mediocre acting career struggles to regain the ability to walk on ground that is in constant motion. When her alluring younger housemate, Tala, disappears, what had begun as an obsession grows into an impulse to kill, forcing the narrator to confront the meaning of the ruptures that have suddenly upended her life. The drive to find and eliminate Tala becomes an existential pursuit, leading back in time and out into a desolate, dust-covered city, where the narrator is targeted by charismatic “healing” ideologues with uncertain motives. Torn between a gnawing desire to reckon with the forces that have made her and an immediate need to find the stability to survive, she is forced to question familiar figurations of light, shadow, authenticity, resistance, and the limits of personal transformation in an alienated, alienating world. Darkly comic, deeply resonant, and hallucinatory in tone, An Earthquake Is a Shaking of the Surface of the Earth (Soft Skull, 2024) will appeal to readers of Annie Ernaux, Dionne Brand, and Sheila Heti. Anna's most recent book is Participation. A poet and a translator, Anna has won the James Laughlin Award for her poetry and shared the 2021 International Booker Prize with David Diop for his novel At Night All Blood is Black. A student of plants and herbalism, she is a member of the publishing collective Ugly Duckling Presse and a cofound of Bushel Collective. Recommended Books: Poupeh Missaghi, Sound Museum Renee Gladman, My Lesbian Novel Mari Ruti, A World of Fragile Things  Chris Holmes is Chair of Literatures in English and Associate Professor at Ithaca College. He writes criticism on contemporary global literatures. His book, Kazuo Ishiguro Against World Literature, is published with Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the co-director of The New Voices Festival, a celebration of work in poetry, prose, and playwriting by up-and-coming young writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

Author Marisha Pessl has always loved puzzles and board games. She's intrigued by the feeling of forced companionship that comes from solving a puzzle together. Her new novel, Darkly, follows a teen named Arcadia and six others as they embark on an internship with the renowned game design company Darkly. Working on the mysterious island that houses the Darkly headquarters, they come across mysteries of the company and its owner. In today's episode, Pessl speaks with NPR's Ayesha Rascoe about the idea of contained chaos and how the mysteries of the past can unlock the mysteries of the present.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

New York Times bestselling author Marisha Pessl chats with Zibby about DARKLY, a wildly smart, edge-of-your-seart psychological YA thriller about a mysterious board game creator whose legacy intrigues a young fan, Arcadia Gannon. She and six other teenagers win coveted internships at Darkly… and so the mystery begins. Marisha shares her love of board games, her North Carolina upbringing, and her fascination with legend vs. reality, all of which inspired this novel. She also touches on her early struggles with writing and the discipline she has developed to balance writing with raising three daughters. Finally, she teases her next project.Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/4hXDLaeShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marissa chats with Marisha Pessl about her new YA thriller, DARKLY. Also discussed in this episode: avoiding the trap of feeling like you have to publish a book a year, how planning and outlining can be essential for writing great twists that fool the reader, keeping a names database, finding inspirations for writing gothic and atmospheric novels, challenging yourself even if you're not sure you can pull it off, writing both YA and adult and deciding between the two, refilling the artistic well, the benefits of boredom, and so much more!The Happy Writer at Bookshop.orgPurchasing your books through our webstore at Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores. Amplify MarketersOur mission is to help your message rise above the noise so it can be heard loud & clear.Red Herrings SocietyUse the code HappyWriter at RedHerringWriters.com to try the first month for free.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Order The Happy Writer: Get More Ideas, Write More Words, and Find More Joy from First Draft to Publication and Beyond https://bookshop.org/a/11756/9781250362377 Find out more and follow The Happy Writer on social media: https://www.marissameyer.com/podcast/

In this episode, we get excited about three books: Strange Beasts by Susan J. Morris, The Starlets by Lee Kelly & Jennifer Thorne, and Darkly by Marisha Pessl. Then Dave makes the case for playing cozy games. Links Strange Beasts by Susan J. Morris The Starlets by Lee Kelly & Jennifer Thorne Diavola by Jennifer Thorne Darkly by Marisha Pessl Mel's review of Special Topics in Calamity Physics by Marisha Pessl Night Film by Marisha Pessl Steam gift cards  Tiny Glade on Steam Video: Tiny Glade Demo #1 and Demo #2 A Little to the Left on Steam — also available on macOS, Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S. Video: A Little to the Left Demo Oddada on Steam Video: Oddada Demo Transcript of this episode. The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Join our FREE Substack to get our (awesome) newsletter and join in chats with other people who love books and travel. Do you enjoy our show? Do you want to make friends with other (lovely) listeners? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Substack Patreon Parts of the Strong Sense of Place podcast are produced in udio! Some effects are provided by soundly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Man of the West as he notes the company that Ar-Pharazôn keeps in brooding darkly, while the mightiest King of Númenor decides it's time to bring home a Dark Lord for safe-keeping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Halloween is not for the Roach, but we're oh so pleased to be celebrating the end of spooky season with some good ol' fashioned Sports & News here on this week's Josh Potter Show. Send in your Roach Reports, Sports Stories, and Local Newsladies! ON THIS WEEK'S EPISODE: ★ Football Parody Songs   ★ Zamboni Crimes ★ Canadian El Jefé ★ Best Pizzeria in Germany ★ Burger Sauce ★ And much more!   ★★★   This week's Intro Music: “Furloughed Redemption” by Odd Track Numbers Outro Music: “Live From The Roach Motel (feat. Hendawg)” by Brothers   ★★★   See Josh Live! November 30th - Nietzsche's - Buffalo, NY December 6th - Chuckle Heads - Bisbee, AZ December 7th - The Kress Ultra Lounge - Yuma, AZ   ALL STAND UP LINKS CAN BE FOUND HERE: https://thejoshpotter.com   ★★★   Josh Potter

On this episode: an accidental murder. Quinlan recounts the story of a haunted Roadhouse Saloon. Kerry plays telephone with Alaska who told her all about Cynthia Hoffman. Kerry Ipema and Quinlan swap jokes, wisdom, and true spooky stories. New episodes every week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Notes and Links to Chris Knapp's Work      For Episode 255, Pete welcomes Chris Knapp, and the two discuss, among other topics, a fascination with Elena Ferrante, James Joyce, and other dynamic writers, the interplay between journalism and fiction writing, seeds for his debut novel, the significance of its title, the drawbacks and benefits of writing about such recent times, and salient themes and issues in his novel like colonialism, marital alienation and connection, ennui, and the creep of dystopian mores.      Christopher Knapp's work has appeared in print in the Paris Review and the New England Review, and online at Granta and n+1, among others. He's been a work-study scholar at the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, and earned an MFA in Creative Writing at the University of Virginia. His novel, States of Emergency, was published on September 3 by Unnamed Press. He lives in Paris with my wife, and teaches in the journalism program at the Sorbonne.     Buy States of Emergency   Chris Knapp's Website   At about 2:50, Chris talks about what it's been like in the run-up to publication  At about 4:00, Chris describes his early literary life and battles with spoilers At about 7:10, Pete and Chris discuss and cite the greatness of Faulkner and Joyce's work At about 9:30, Pete highlights a wonderfully Joycean sentence (one of many) from Chris' novel At about 10:25, Chris shouts out inspiring and thrilling writers, including Rachel Cusk, Don DeLillo, and Sebald, and Elena Ferrante At about 14:10, The two discuss Paris and Naples and prices and experiences At about 16:30, Chris responds to Pete's questions about the interplay between his journalistic background and his fiction writing At about 19:45, Pete and Chris reflect on the interesting ways in which the book's narrator functions in the book and connects to  At about 21:15, Chris speaks about seeds for his novel  At about 22:20, The two discuss Chris deciding to start the book with a heat wave and political and cultural  At about 24;45, Chris talks about the fertility procedures that run throughout much of the book and the way waiting relates At about 27:00, Chris delineates between hope and optimism and how these two qualities characterize the narrator and his wife Ella At about 29:20, The two discuss ideas of sympathy and empathy and comfort and shared pain At about 31:50, Chris responds to Pete's questions about the narrator's writing and charting his and Ella's experiences  At about 32:45, Chris reflects on the narrator's writing and the way that Ella sees him and his writing; he references Raven Leilani and writing on grief At about 34:45, The two discuss the ways in which French colonialism and racism is seen (or not) in the book and in the world At about 36:40, Pete highlights the dark humor of the book, and Chris expands on some of the humor and how it flows for him At about 39:35, The two discuss the “carnality” of a climatic scene in Ella and the narrator's relationship  At about 42:20, Chris charts the importance of a getaway for Ella in Skopje At about 44:20, Pete cites a period of separation between the two main characters and asks Chris about the significance of the book's title At about 49:00, Chris responds to Pete's questions about the drawbacks and benefits and vagaries of perspective in the novel At about 55:25, Chris reflects on narrative and its connections to history and to the novel At about 57:00, Pete compliments two anecdotes/scenes from the book, compares Ella's story of the French and Algerians to Wolff's “In the Garden of the North American Martyrs,” and Chris expands on the views of the narrator's family At about 1:02:50, Chris gives contact information, book purchasing info, and social media info At about 1:04:20, Chris talks about what he's working on and wants to write about in the future          You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow me on IG, where I'm @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where I'm @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch this and other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both my YouTube Channel and my podcast while you're checking out this episode.       I am very excited about having one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. A big thanks to Rachel León and Michael Welch at Chicago Review.    Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl     Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting my one-man show, my DIY podcast and my extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content!    This month's Patreon bonus episode features segments from conversations with Deesha Philyaw, Luis Alberto Urrea, Chris Stuck, and more, as they reflect on chill-inducing writing and writers that have inspired their own work.       This is a passion project of mine, a DIY operation, and I'd love for your help in promoting what I'm convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.     Please tune in for Episode 256 with Andrew Maraniss, a New York Times-bestselling author of narrative nonfiction. His first book, Strong Inside, about Perry Wallace, the first African-American basketball player in the SEC, won the 2015 Lillian Smith Book Award. Andrew recently launched a series of early chapter books for young readers, BEYOND THE GAME: Athletes Change the World, which highlights athletes who have done meaningful work outside of sports to help other people.    The episode will air on October 1.    Lastly, please go to ceasefiretoday.com, which features 10+ actions to help bring about Ceasefire in Gaza.

Gila Pfeffer joins Let's Talk Memoir for a conversation about outsmarting genetic destinies and her preventative double mastectomy, remembering what's at stake in our work, tempering the serious with a satirical lens, honing humor in our work, smart book titles and SEO, advocating for our book cover, considering both the art value and marketing value in our memoirs, fostering a humor-writing community, writing about being Jewish, depicting ourselves honestly, and her new memoir Nearly Departed: Adventures in Loss, Cancer and Other Inconveniences.   Also in this episode: -choosing how much to explain -conveying rituals -writing classes   Books mentioned in this episode: -Genius and Anxiety by Norman Lebrecht -Inheritance by Dani Shapiro -Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner -Me Talk Pretty One Day by David Sedaris -Nobody Will Tell You This But Me by Best Kalb -My Mess is a Bit of a Life by Georgia Pritchett   Gila Pfeffer is a Jewish American humor writer and personal essayist whose debut memoir, NEARLY DEPARTED: Adventures in Loss, Cancer and Other Inconveniences, is out now. Her work has appeared in McSweeney's, The New York Times, The New Yorker, Today.com, and elsewhere. Gila's monthly “Feel It on the First” campaign reminds women to prioritize their breast health. A mother of four grown children, she splits her time between New York City and London. Connect with Gila: Website: gilapfeffer.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gilapfeffer Threads: https://www.threads.net/@gilapfeffer?xmt=AQGzcrgWO3KjUCrvxqH6-VUVEQcOffv4SUmjnKPrnIvRoeI X: https://x.com/gilapfeffer Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gilapfeffer Publisher site: https://theexperimentpublishing.com/catalogs/summer-2024/nearly-departed/   –  Ronit's writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The Rumpus, The New York Times, The Iowa Review, Hippocampus, The Washington Post, Writer's Digest, American Literary Review, and elsewhere. Her memoir WHEN SHE COMES BACK about the loss of her mother to the guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and their eventual reconciliation was named Finalist in the 2021 Housatonic Awards Awards, the 2021 Indie Excellence Awards, and was a 2021 Book Riot Best True Crime Book. Her short story collection HOME IS A MADE-UP PLACE won Hidden River Arts' 2020 Eludia Award and the 2023 Page Turner Awards for Short Stories. She earned an MFA in Nonfiction Writing at Pacific University, is Creative Nonfiction Editor at The Citron Review, and lives in Seattle with her family where she teaches memoir workshops and is working on her next book. More about Ronit: https://ronitplank.com   Sign up for monthly podcast and writing updates: https://bit.ly/33nyTKd Substack: https://substack.com/@ronitplank Newsletter sign-up: https://ronitplank.com/#signup   Follow Ronit: https://www.instagram.com/ronitplank/ https://twitter.com/RonitPlank https://www.facebook.com/RonitPlank Background photo credit: Photo by Patrick Tomasso on Unsplash Headshot photo credit: Sarah Anne Photography Theme music: Isaac Joel, Dead Moll's Fingers

Listen in to Kimberly explaining the myriad reasons why Hilderbrand's smart dialogue, structuring, subplots and sense of place will make this show SO GOOD. With juicy details gleaned from lots of sleuthing, Kimberly will get you ready to watch on SEPTEMBER 5!

It's the moment one of your hosts has been waiting for and the others have been dreading! It's time for the "Enterprise" take on the Mirror Universe in the campy two-parter "In a Mirror, Darkly". Watch as we and a guest struggle to tell the difference between Prime and Mirror Archer and wonder if other people weren't allowed to be evil ENOUGH. Also this week: prop comps, Shatner, and Seven of Nine! [Timestamps: Mirror: 01:28; Seven of Nine,Tertiary Adjunct of Unimatrix 01: 1:32:36] [get to the alcove: https://www.tumblr.com/sshbpodcast/760078552394874880/character-spotlight-seven-of-nine?source=share]

Crooked Smile details one man's journey that left him homeless on Skid Row, and what it took to escape a decade of addiction. "Darkly humorous" is an understatement when it comes to this poignant tale of addiction, homelessness, incarceration, and eventually, redemption. Jared Klickstein, the child of two heroin addicts who eventually became addicted himself, takes readers on a raw and personal journey from his unsettling and secretive childhood in the suburbs to the slums of Skid Row. Through tales of violence, relapse, and deep inner struggle, Klickstein provides a harrowing account of his personal encounter with near-death-including what he calls dying in "slow motion." But this story is not just about one man's life-it's about the hundreds of thousands of homeless and drug-addicted Americans who are on the streets right now. It's about those who need help the most, and what can be done to address the growing addiction and homelessness problems we face. In this moving memoir, Klickstein offers a fresh take and solutions to both epidemics, providing firsthand experience and insight into what policies should be put in place to mitigate the suffering. Crooked Smile recounts one man's escape from a hellish life-and carves a valuable path for others. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

The American novelist draws on her experience growing up in an interracial family in her edgy, prize-winning fiction. Raised with an acute black consciousness, during a time when "'mixed' wasn't an option; you were either black or white," Senna brings an awareness — and astute analysis — of class, race and identity to all her writing. She spoke with Eleanor Wachtel in 2018 about her novel New People and her memoir Where Did You Sleep Last Night? A Personal History.

IN THIS EPISODE: The Hamilton-Byrne family was anything but typical, rather it was a doomsday cult with a leader who believed herself to be the reincarnation of Jesus Christ. (Inside the Family Cult) *** On this date, October 24, 1953, Evelyn Hartley, a 15-year-old sophomore from La Crosse, Wisconsin, vanished without a trace while on her way to a babysitting job. It was like something out of a Halloween urban legend but in this case, the horror was real. (The Babysitter Who Vanished) *** The odd happening that takes place here and there in a house more than likely can be explained in some rational way. Even quite a few strange occurrences could probably be explained by science. But when the events seem to never stop, perhaps it's time to think something else is going on. (An Assortment of Experiences) *** Legend tells a centuries-old curse was placed upon Dudleytown in Connecticut. The town turned into a horrible place where people committed suicide or went insane. (Cursed Dudleytown) *** Exactly 92 years ago today – October 24, 1926 - something went wrong during a performance by Harry Houdini. A week later, he would be dead. (Houdini's Final Performance) *** In the Oakland Cemetery, a bronze monument to tragedy is said to bring death to anyone who touches it. (Black Angel of Death) *** While camping, a man has dreams of a dark-haired woman several nights in a row. Normally it wouldn't be anything to be all that concerned about, but it's something to fear if you are near the French Broad river. (Siren of the French Broad) *** Alien visitors, beings from a different dimension, our planet even had tree monsters and sentient pyramids showing up – and all in the year 1965. (The Inter-Dimensional Interlopers of 1965) *** A retired naval officer reports rocks falling through his home's roof – dozens in a single day – with no explanation of where they came from. (Cappy Ricks and the Stones) *** In 1994 a man has a paranormal experience with a popular song recorded two decades earlier. (The Joker) *** Is there a clandestine space program designed to save the elite from a global catastrophe? (Alternative 3)SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Babysitter Who Vanished” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3nzr6k3t“An Assortment of Experiences”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdfnz8u5“Inside the Family Cult” by Joel Stice: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mtvduhy3“Cursed Dudleytown”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bf3668np“Houdini's Final Performance” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yrwap7k9“Alternative 3”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2wnw9jv6“Black Angel of Death” by Orrin Grey: http://ow.ly/v2m430mkGWs“The Inter-Dimensional Interlopers of 1965” by Brent Swancer: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5n7u987t“Siren of the French Broad”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/an3ehray“The Joker” by Rory Kavenagh – submitted directly to Weird Darkness.com“Cappy Ricks and the Stones” by Cropster: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/zsar9cnaWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above 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® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: October 24, 2018CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/inside-the-family-cult/

Ubicado en el 3138 de Fillmore Street, en el barrio bohemio de San Francisco, The Matrix fue un pequeño club para apenas 100 personas, con mesitas bajas en las que podías tomarte un cóctel mientras escuchabas bandas en directo. Lo puso en funcionamiento Marty Balin, cantante y líder de Jefferson Airplane, en agosto de 1965 y rápidamente se convirtió en uno de los enclaves más importantes de la ciudad, para acabar siendo reconocido como el lugar desde el que emergió el sonido de San Francisco. El club contaba con una mesa de grabación de cuatro pistas con la que registraron algunos de los conciertos que pasaron por el local. Hoy escuchamos grabaciones en directo de The Great Society en 1966, la banda desde la que emergió la icónica cantante Grace Slick. Y también una actuación de Big Brother and the Holding Company en enero de 1967, con Janis Joplin a la voz antes de que grabaran su primer álbum.Playlist;THE GREAT SOCIETY “Sally go ‘round the roses”THE GREAT SOCIETY “Somebody to love”THE GREAT SOCIETY “Darkly smiling”THE GREAT SOCIETY “Nature boy”THE GREAT SOCIETY “Often as I may”THE GREAT SOCIETY “Father Bruce”THE GREAT SOCIETY “White rabbit”BIG BROTHER and THE HOLDING COMPANY “Bye bye baby”BIG BROTHER and THE HOLDING COMPANY “Turtle blues”BIG BROTHER and THE HOLDING COMPANY “Hi heel sneakers”BIG BROTHER and THE HOLDING COMPANY “It’s a deal”BIG BROTHER and THE HOLDING COMPANY “Caterpillar”Escuchar audio

IN THIS EPISODE: In the late 1950s, the Tuck family of Alabama found themselves at the center of a terrifying ordeal as mysterious fires spontaneously erupted in their home. Despite their best efforts to escape the flames, the fiery phenomenon followed them from one residence to another, consuming their possessions and leaving them homeless. We'll look at this case and other similar ones where the seeming explanation is nothing short of paranormal. (Paranormal Flames) *** In the sleepy Kentish hamlet of Charing, a centuries-old mystery unfolds every May Day. As the clock strikes midnight, ghostly children emerge from their moss-encrusted graves, their ethereal feet dancing to the silent fiddle's tune. It's all part of the "Night of the Dancing Feet." (Dancing After Death) *** Before his wife's murder in June 2009, Eli Weaver had numerous affairs with women he met through online dating sites, where he called himself an "Amish Stud." But only one mistress was willing to kill for him. (Eli Weaver, Amish Stud and Murderer) *** The American West evokes iconic images often seen in movies: bold adventures, noon shootouts, resolute sheriffs and marshals maintaining order, and the cavalry arriving just in time. However, the history of the Wild West, replete with myths and stereotypes, presents a more complex and sometimes disturbing reality about justice in that era. (Wild West Justice) *** On the morning of July 13, 1997, the body of Denise Johnson was discovered inside her burning childhood home in Kill Devil Hills, NC. Emergency responders quickly realized they weren't dealing with a simple arson, but a murder as well.  Now, more than two decades later, the case remains unsolved. (The Unsolved Murder of Denise Johnson) *** Hachishakusama, often referred to as the "Japanese Slender Man," is a haunting figure from Japanese urban legends that rivals the terror of her American counterpart. While the Slender Man has gained a cult-like following and has even inspired real-life horror stories, Hachishakusama's tale is equally spine-chilling and capable of keeping you up at night. (The Japanese Slender Man)YOUTUBE TIME STAMPS…00:00:00.000 = Introduction/Show Open00:05:20.724 = Paranormal Flames00:26:22.890 = The Unsolved Murder of Denise Johnson00:40:03.507 = Dancing After Death (Night Of The Dancing Feet)00:48:36.820 = Wild West Justice00:58:36.687 = Eli Weaver, Amish Stud and Murderer01:08:23.238 = The Japanese Slender ManSOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “Ablaze – The Mysterious Fires of Spontaneous Human Combustion” by Larry E. Arnold: https://amzn.to/3UqdhmzBOOK: “A Killing In Amish Country” by Gregg Olsen and Rebecca Morris: https://amzn.to/44wghmb“Paranormal Flames” source: Marcus Lowth at UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4eb8xht2“The Unsolved Murder of Denise Johnson” source: Jacob Shelton at Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8t3b7p“Dancing After Death” by Ken DaSilva-Hill submitted directly to Weird Darkness and used with permission“Wild West Justice” source: Christy Box at Weird History: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8db9vj“Eli Weaver, Amish Stud and Murderer” source: Hannah Reilly Holtz at AllThatsInteresting.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4jfmybjh“The Japanese Slender Man” source: Curry L Mitchell at ListVerse: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdd7fthzWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above 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® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: May 01, 2024PARTIAL TRANSCRIPT: https://weirddarkness.com/paranormal-flames/