Podcasts about Fates

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Ok so maybe it is not a duel of the fates but we definitely have an altercation between 2 unexpected characters. It's one of the most emotionally draining episodes in one piece when the reunion does not go as expected. Chopper does things (much to Derek's dismay). Reiju does MORE things (should've gotten it). Im not salty at all.Next Week: Episodes 809-813https://linktr.ee/goingmerrypodVariant Vendetta is on their season break! however make sure youre going to check out some of their older movie reviews. The Odyssey comes out this week. Maybe check out their Oppenheimer review to get your Christopher Nolan fix in?https://linktr.ee/VariantVendetta

BS Section and House Keeping Discord Server geekoholics.com/discord/ Whatcha Been Playing? Invincible VS. 07:40 Stride: Fates 16:43 Monopoly Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains  Ruffy and the Riverside

Sit down with Dukey, DG, and our NEWEST co-host Fates in our 50th podcast episode to talk about the awful retro games that we love! Be it amazing childhood memories, or just purely because they're hilariously bad; these are some of the worst games we enjoy!Check out Dukey's Channel @dukey03 Check out DG's Channel @dadgamingonline Check out Dukey's Retro Gaming Channel @dukey03retrogamingCheck out Fates' Twitch Channel Twitch.tv/GwG_FatesTimestamps:0:00 - Intro1:20 - PlayStation Physical Media24:54 - Terrible Games We Love26:21 - Dragon Warrior II32:04 - Yo Noid35:53 - Spider Man Return of The Sinister Six39:17 - Breath of Fire II43:57 - 50 Cent: Blood on The Sand48:59 - Mega Man X753:33 - Obscure: The Aftermath57:51 - Comix Zone1:03:20 - Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace

“You learn to love the queen you have.”   In this episode of Fictional Hangover, Amanda and Claire talk about being a table, not wanting to be queen, a double take murder, so much dead stuff, and a satisfying ending in their discussion of Five Dark Fates by Kendare Blake, featuring the author for Would You Rather.

We discussed the group of functionary prisoners at Auschwitz in one of our previous podcasts. You can find it at: podcast.auschwitz.org. In this episode Dr. Wojciech Płosa, the head of the Auschwitz Museum Archives will talk about the post war fates of some of the functionary prisoners.=====Artwork: Mieczysław Kościelniak, Praca przy walcu (Working on the roller), Auschwitz Memorial Collectons.=====Voiceover: Therese Mc Laughlin, Mike Skagerlind

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Without the edit, there is no film. Without Marcia Lucas, there is no Star Wars.Sideway's video Why the Music of Rise of Skywalker Felt Misleading is absolutely fantastic - also give his video on Cats a watch too if you were raised Catsolic by a Cats loving mother and have a lot of thoughts about the musical crimes of that film which are hard to share in polite company.We have a Patreon — if you're a hog and this is your slop, step up to the trough and full your snough.Matt Smith can still email me at goingroguetansy@gmail.comGuest Starring:Grace Koh as Maryann BrandonAbigail Nussbaum as Kathleen KennedyChristian Byers as Chris Terrio Kim Ho as Joseph Campbell, a man so racist people assumed he was doing a bitCLIPS Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the ClonesStar Wars Episode IV: A New HopeStar Wars Episode VI: Return of the JediStar Wars Episode VIII: The Last JediStar Wars Episode IX: The Rise of SkywalkerRaiders of the Lost ArkThe Skywalker LegacyStar Wars Icons Unearthed Unplugged: Marcia Lucas Full Interview (Nacelle Company)Rough Cut Podcast: Star Wars - The Rise of SkywalkerThe Art of the Cut Episode 28: “Star Wars IX: The Rise of Skywalker” Editor Maryann Brandon, ACEDolby Creator Talks Episode 62 - The Sound of Star Wars: The Rise of SkywalkerMUSICDuel of the Fates, Fanfare and Prologue from Star Wars Episode IX,  We Go Together & A New Home - John WilliamsAvalon - Benny Goodman“Loopster”, “Industrial Cinematic”, “Drums of the Deep”, “Groove Grove”, “Crypto”, “Stormfront”,  “Sneaky Adventure”, “Thinking Music”, “Showdown”, “Vanishing”, “Decisions”, “Floating Cities”, “Lost Frontier”, “Oppressive Gloom”, “Bleeping Demo”, “Enter the Maze”, “Secret of Tiki Island”, “Smoking Gun”, “Anguish”, “Thunder Dreams”& “Myst on the Moor” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)“Suspended Animation” & “Synapse” by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com"Romeo & Juliet"  by PM Music“Venus” & “Mars” from Holst's The Planets, as performed by USAF Heritage of America BandLicensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This week in the Horror House, host Chris takes us through horror collecting. From beginner's ins and outs to FOMO to guessing prices of screen used props and much more! Plus the reading of our "Last Will and Testament" brings up a new game, the Wheel of Fates spins for the next host, and of course...Tangents and chaos!You can join us LIVE every Thursday at 8:30 PM/EST, be part of the show and chat with us! twitch.tv/horrorhousepodcast

*Your results may vary.Season 8, Episode 2 is here! We talk about some of the upcoming horror movies of 2026, give some box office predictions, crack some jokes, get WAY to hyped up over some topics, and finally we spin the Wheel of Fates to decide who is hosting next week - enjoy!You can join the fun LIVE every Thursday at 8:30 PM EST, chat with us about all things horror during the broadcast! twitch.tv/horrorhousepodcast

There are movie characters that deserve to die and then there are those that don't AND their deaths do NOT advance the plot. Contains an impromptu quiz and HEAVY SPOILERS. Thanks for listening!  @orwhatevermovies 818-835-0473 orwhatevermovies@gmail.com www.orwhatevermovies.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics releases for May 20, 2026, with discussion of Batman/Superman: World's Finest #51 revisiting Skartaris and the origin of Tyrant while Mark Waid continues modernizing classic DC concepts, Sirens: Love Hurts #4 wrapping with Horoscope defeated, Oliver Queen and Dinah Lance's wedding, and the various couples baskign in the romance, Wonder Woman #33 sending Diana and Steve Trevor into the underworld where Superman dies from kryptonite poisoning and Diana seeks the Fates after Matriarch's devastating victory, Absolute Flash #15 expanding the Absolute Universe mythology through Ray Palmer, Silas Stone, S.T.A.R. Labs, the Still Place, and Wally's disturbing visions of the future, Batwoman #3 raising questions about Kate Kane's behavior after she attacks Renee Montoya while Darkseid-connected forces appear to be circling her, Catwoman #87 escalating Black Mask's attack on Selina by using an imposter Catwoman convincing enough to fool Holly Robinson while Maggie's trauma remains tied to Black Mask, Deathstroke the Terminator #3 continuing Slade Wilson's mission with Death Blow and Deadshot brought into the conflict, End of Life #4 focusing on Eddie's complicated relationship with his father while the kidnapping storyline moves forward, Lobo #3 delivering an origin-heavy chapter for the Main Man, New Titans #35 continuing the Alpha Energy fallout while Stephanie Brown takes on a surprising leadership role, Nightwing #138 bringing Starfire to Blüdhaven for a Psion-related story that also moves the Witch of Blüdhaven plot forward while Barbara remains in Supermax, Superman Unlimited #13 using Beppo, excess Kryptonite, Tomorrow Man, young Jon Kent's Ultraman nightmare, and Lois trying to help her superpowered son to deepen the question of whether this young Jon is the real deal, and Absolute Green Arrow #1 launching a mystery-driven reinvention involving Dinah Lance, Oliver Queen, Hector Hammond, missing memories, and the question of who is really under the hood. They also cover the week's facsimiles, reprints, and collected editions, including Batman #244 Facsimile Edition, Gotham Central Compact Comics, DC Finest: Sgt. Rock of Easy Company, Superman Omnibus Vol. 1: Elseworlds, Absolute Blackest Night, and Teen Titans: The Bronze Age Omnibus, before ranking every book and naming their respective Books of the Week.

Jeff and Rebecca wrap up recommendation season. Discussed in this episode: The Intuitionist by Colson Whitehead Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders Julie Otsuka Susan Choi How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe by Charles Yu The Hike by Drew Magary The Wilderness by Angela Flournoy Kin by Tayari Jones, go back to Fates & Furies by Groff Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolf Pachinko by Min Jin Lee Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson Siracusa by Delia Ephron Roman Stories by Jhumpa Lahiri Call Me By Your Name by Andre Aciman From Scratch by Tembi Locke Beautiful Runs by Jess Walter A Room with a View by E.M. Forster Go Like Hell The Tusk That Did the Damage by Tania James By the Sea by Abdulrazak Gurnah The Snows of Kilimanjaro by Hemingway The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver Dark Star Safari by Paul Theroux Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe Unbound by Steph Jagger Riverman by Ben McGrath In the Shadow of the Mountain So Old, So Young by Grant Ginder Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer Last Night in Brooklyn by Xochitl Gonzalez Great Expectations by Vinson Cunningham Life in the Three Dimensions by Shegihiro Oishi So Good They Can't Ignore You by Cal Newport Congratulations, By the Way by George Saunders Letters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria Rilke The List of Things That Will Not Change The Vanderbeerkers of 141st Street By Karina Yan Glaser Dragon Pearl The Eyes of the Impossible Daughter of the Deep The Story That Cannot Be Told Who is Government by Michael Lewis Two Women Living Together by Kim Hana and Hwang Sunwoo The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead Greta & Valdin by Rebecca K Reily The Sparrow, Wild Dark Shore Whidbey The Dream Hotel The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich The Women of Brewster Place by Gloria Naylor The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon On Stranger Tides by Tim Powers Gentlemen of the Road by Michael Chabon Interpreter of Maladies, Tenth of December Almost Famous Women Lost in the City by Edward P Jones The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros Sweetbitter by Stephanie Danler Eat a Peach by David Chang Life is Meals by James & Kay Salter Chocolat by Joanne Harris Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J Ryan Stradal Go Gentle by Maria Semple Less by Andrew Sean Greer Pincher Martin by William Golding Black No More by George Schuyler Invisible Cities by Italo Calvino The English Understand Wool by helen dewitt Sea of Tranquility by Emily St John Mandel Still Life with Woodpecker by Tim Robbins Transcription by Ben Lerner Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy No Country for Old Men by Cormac McCarthy Butcher's Crossing by John Williams This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Thanks to our sponsor, Merit Beauty. Right now, Merit Beauty is offering our listeners their Signature Makeup Bag with your first order at meritbeauty.com. Head to quince.com/bookriot for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The morning of Thursday, November 20, 1969 started with a bang for the islanders on the Windward coast of Saint Vincent Island. For some, it was like the gods had finally gotten around to answering their prayers. A huge party broke out on the beach shortly after sunrise.And within hours, it spread to dozens of nearby villages.  But as the weekend progressed, the locals realized that something was horribly wrong, and that the once-in-a-lifetime windfall was actually a curse in disguise.  Cultural BackgroundSt. Vincent and the Grenadines, or SVG, is located in the southwestern Caribbean between Saint Lucia to the north and Barbados and Grenada to the south. The country is made up of 32 islands and cays and only has about 150 square miles (390 square km) of territory – most of which is on the northernmost island of Saint Vincent. Saint Vincent is also home to the capital of Kingstown – not to be confused with Kingston, Jamaica, which is nearly 1,100 miles (1,770 km) to the northwest.  In the late 1960s, SVG had a population of about 95,000 residents – about two-thirds of whom were natives of African descent. By some estimates, nearly three-quarters of the population worked in banana production which accounted for the lion's share of the country's economy. The locals worked hard on their small family plots and eked out comfortable if modest livings. And when it was time for recreation, they usually engaged in the island's most quintessential pastime – liming. In layman's terms, liming is slang for relaxing, gossipping, and enjoying the pleasant weather and beautiful scenery with friends and family.  And sometimes, they threw in another element – uber-strong island “overproof” rum called Jack Iron. And by strong, we're talking about 150 to 180-proof.  To put that into perspective, most spirits like Scotch, vodka and American bourbon are 80-proof, or 40% alcohol by volume. By comparison, 180-proof Jack Iron is more than twice as strong – or about 90% alcohol by volume.  And unlike Scotch and Bourbon, it's clear because the locals drink it immediately after distillation instead of aging it in oak barrels. Most Jack Iron is produced in small home stills where quality control is minimal. And due to its potency, it smells more like an industrial solvent than an intoxicating beverage fit for human consumption. As for how it got its name, one common explanation is that consuming it makes drinkers feel like they've been whalloped in the head with an iron car jack. Then again, the “iron” may be a reference to masculine constitution. As in, you pretty much have to be made of iron to drink it because it packs such a punch. From the immediate numbing of the lips and mouth, to the face-twisting throat burn to the final kick in the abdomen when the liquid finally enters the stomach, the experience is nothing short of unforgettable.  In fact, Jack Iron is so entrenched in the local culture that islanders usually pour a small portion of every new bottle onto the ground so deceased ancestors can enjoy it too. And fishermen, laborers and banana farms often take a few nips before starting their day as a way of fortifying themselves against the strenuous work ahead. But as ubiquitous as Jack Iron is, the islanders generally disapprove of public drunkenness. Actually, they revere drinkers who can hold their liquor. The goal is to consume just enough to get a jolt before work or to take the edge off while liming away a lazy afternoon. But when the conditions are just right – like they were in the fall of 1969 – the islanders aren't afraid to let loose and throw caution to the wind.Shipwreck On the night of Wednesday, November 19, the 90-ton schooner, Ruth 114, was traveling from Trinidad to Martinique carrying a dozen casks of Jack Iron, 100 drums of methanol – or wood alcohol – and 150 drums of aviation fuel called avgas. Before continuing on, it's worth pointing out that the drums of fuel and methanol were marked with big, red “DANGER” warnings. Anyway..the storm got so bad by 3:00 the following morning that the schooner sustained serious sail and rudder damage, sprung a leak, and began filling up with seawater. The eight-man crew tried in vain to save the vessel and its valuable cargo. But before long, Captain Kenneth Richardson saw the writing on the wall and ordered everyone to abandon ship. At the time, they were within sight of the beach at Colonarie on Saint Vincent's Windward coast.The crew launched a lifeboat, rowed to shore safely and watched the listing schooner disappear into the darkness. After that, it drifted in the heavy seas before turning landward and running aground at Big Level Beach near the village of Sandy Bay.And when the sun came up, curious villagers waded out into the surf, climbed aboard, inspected the damaged vessel and quickly began relieving it of its precious cargo. By then, Captain Richardson had alerted the police and told them where he thought the schooner would be. Two vessels from Kingstown were dispatched to locate the Ruth 114 shortly thereafter, but they never found it. PartyLuckily, the hardest part of the salvage operation was getting the drums and casks over the gunwale and into the surf.And since the drums floated, it was just a matter of pushing them toward land and rolling them onto the beach. In less than an hour, dozens of drums and casks were lined up just waiting to be tapped. And before long, word spread to nearby villages like Owia, Sandy Bay, Rose Bank and Orange Hill that there was enough Iron Jack rum to keep everybody buzzed for weeks on end.  Within the hour, the beach was crowded with hundreds of locals intent on getting their fair share. For many, it felt like a once-in-a-lifetime “Manna from Heaven” moment. Or in local terms, a gift from the sea. There was also a sense of urgency, because everyone knew it was only a matter of time before the police showed up, confiscated the cargo and brought the impromptu party to a grinding halt.  As such, the wood casks containing the Jack Iron rum were immediately tapped. It's unclear if it turned into a free-for-all or if the locals who made the discovery managed to maintain some semblance or order. Whatever the case, the villagers began filling up everything from coffee cups and teapots to glass jars and empty soda bottles. And in the chaos, they also opened the metal drums and began consuming the avgas and methanol– even though they were clearly marked with big warning signs and ominous red Xs. Like Jack Iron, avgas and methanol are usually relatively clear. So in the heat of the moment, it's not that surprising that they didn't notice they weren't drinking the real thing. Of course, the question was, couldn't they taste and smell the difference?  After all, avgas is a lot like gasoline. And methanol has even more of a kick than Jack Iron. Nonetheless, they apparently weren't aware that they were consuming potentially deadly substances. And by then, some of them had already consumed real Jack Iron which lowered their inhibitions, numbed their taste beds, and made their noses far less sensitive than they would have otherwise been. As for the methanol and avgas, some of the partiers turned it into punch by adding sugar, water and lime juice which masked the taste and smell even more. In the early going, the grateful revelers felt like they always did after drinking intoxicating spirits..warm, tipsy, and downright jovial.With so many drums, the party continued throughout the day, into the night and well into the weekend. That said, the furor eventually died down as the crowd dispersed.  And at that moment, the islanders who found the schooner decided that they had a rare opportunity to make some serious money. And with that, they began selling what was left.After that, the buyers took what they thought was bona fide Jack Iron rum back to their homes and businesses where they consumed it, sold it, and gave it to close friends and family members in their own villages and other villages up and down the coast.  Aftermath/Medical ResponseThe fun and festive atmosphere took an alarming and unexpected turn about a day later. By then, many of the formerly happy villagers were experiencing serious symptoms including dizziness, loss of motor skills, stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting, as well as blurry vision like they were viewing their surroundings through a blinding snowstorm. Interestingly, not everyone who came down with these symptoms drank that much. At that point, they had no idea what was happening. But below the surface, their bodies were busy metabolizing the methanol and avgas into toxic formaldehyde and formic acid. Patients began showing up at local clinics en masse on November 22 and 23. And by the following day, ambulances from all over the island began arriving at Kingstown General Hospital. In a matter of hours, the facility and its woefully unprepared staff were dealing with hundreds of sick patients, many of who were teetering on the edge of death. Writhing, moaning, vomiting, and in some cases comatose islanders were crammed into every nook and cranny. Many were relegated to straw mats on both sides of the already-cramped corridors because the rooms were totally full. By then, the hospital staff knew about the shipwreck and the liquid from the metal drums that the sick patients consumed. The problem was, they had no way of knowing if they drank straight methanol or avgas which was actually a mixture of fuel, methanol and other toxic hydrocarbons.And to make matters worse, they couldn't pump the pati

Written by Corniconichttps://brett-schumacher-shop.fourthwall.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CreepyGhostStories?sub_confirmation=1Welcome to Creepy Ghost Stories, your ultimate horror podcast for the strange, the bizarre, and the unexplained.Hosted by author and narrator Brett Schumacher, this channel is the premier destination for scary stories designed to chill you to the bone or help you drift off to sleep. We specialize in high-quality narrations ranging from viral creepypasta legends to true horror stories submitted by real people.What you can expect on the channel:• Folk Horror: Unsettling tales from the Appalachian Mountains and deep woods.• High Strangeness: Bizarre glitch in the matrix accounts and alien horror.• Supernatural: The best haunted stories and paranormal stories from around the world.• Real Encounters: Real horror experiences from night shifts, lonely roads, and closed locations.Whether you are a fan of Reddit horror or classic folklore, Creepy Ghost Stories brings these terrors to life with immersive audio.Subscribe now and turn on notifications for your daily dose of ghost stories.

 What happens when an author writes an intense epic fantasy and collapses exhausted at the end?  She writes a romantasy trilogy, of course! Listen in as Demi Griffin and I chat about her newest series and why you should read it (I can't wait!) note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you.  Okay, stop right now and head over and check out the hardback cover! Isn't it FABULOUS?? EEEP! This series has everything I think people are looking for, fantasy and romance combined without all the "spicy smut." Add faith and... WHEEEEEEEEE! Cerulean Rose by Demi Griffin EVERY ROSE HAS ITS THORNS. Hidden in a tiny cottage away from the ordinary existence of Cerulean's citizens, Aural lived a simple life with her father in Sabean Woods. When he is struck by a serious illness, that ordinary life suddenly became extraordinary. In search of a physician, Aural breaks her promise never to leave the woods. When her path crosses with a Mystic, the manipulative Duchess, and the Prince of Cerulean, Aural realizes something beyond her simple quest to help her dying father has mapped out her journey. An ancient legend about a brotherly rivalry that resulted in tragedy stirs up the Fates guarding Cerulean. If the Cerulean Rose doesn't bloom again, the kingdom is destined to perish. A wild path filled with romance, mystery, and intrigue shapes Aural's heart in ways she could not have imagined as she gets sucked into the legend. Would it be enough to restore the foundation of true love that established the kingdom of Cerulean hundreds of years ago? Could a simple girl satisfy the Fates, capture a prince's heart, overcome a king's prejudice, and save Cerulean's Rose?  Learn more about Demi on her  WEBSITE and follow her on GoodReads and BookBub. Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple Castbox Google Play Libsyn RSS Spotify Amazon and more!

Ian Buruma details the Soviet occupation of Berlin, characterized by mass looting and rape. He tracks the fates of his book's protagonists: his father Leo narrowly escaped execution by a Russian soldier, while resistance leader Borchardtwas tragically killed by a stray shot after liberation. (8/16)1939

Highlights of what's new in streaming for the week of May 9, 2026. Netflix The Roast of Kevin Hart (May 10 at 8 p.m. ET) Pop Culture Jeopardy, season 2 (May 11) Devil May Cry, season 2 (May 12) Marty: Life Is Short (May 12) Untold UK: Jamie Vardy (May 12) Between Father and Son, season 1 (May 13) The Bus: A French Football Mutiny (May 13) Perfect Match, season 4 (May 13) GOAT (May 14) Nemesis, season 1 (May 14) Soul Mate (May 14) The Crash (May 15) Kartavya (May 15) Money Heist: Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine (May 15) The Wonderfools, season 1 (May 15) Disney+ The Punisher: One Last Kill (May 12) Tucci in Italy, season 2 (May 12) Battle of Fates, season 1 (May 13) HBO Max US Against the World: Four Years with the Men's National Soccer Team (May 12) On the Roam, season 2 (May 14) Paramount+ Tyler Perry's Zatima, season 4, part 2 (May 12) Couples Therapy, season 5 (May 15) Dutton Ranch, season 1 (May 15) Prime Video Good Omens, season 3 (May 13) Off Campus, season 1 (May 13) Hallmark+ All's Fair in Love and Mahjong (May 9)

The Season 1 finale of STAR WARS: MAUL - SHADOW LORD delivered everything we hoped for: emotional betrayals, jaw-dropping visuals, terrifying horror vibes, and the long-awaited confrontation between Maul and Darth Vader. Richard and Sarah break down Chapters 9 and 10, from Dryden Vos and Crimson Dawn connections to Devon's tragic fall toward the dark side, and the MANY deaths along the way. Did Brander Lawson survive? We want your opinion, because Richard and Sarah are split! MAUL - SHADOW LORD composers Kevin, Deana, and Sean Kiner sneak in many musical references to "Duel of the Fates," "Battle of the Heroes," and "Anakin's Dark Deeds," all from the Prequel trilogy. We analyze how each of these callbacks help the overall storytelling of this series.  One of the standout elements of the finale is Vader himself. His silent entrance through the misty forest instantly joins the ranks of iconic Vader reveals from A New Hope, Rogue One, and even Splinter of the Mind's Eye. The horror-inspired music, jump scares, and brutal fighting style made Vader feel unstoppable. Meanwhile, Maul manipulated events exactly as planned, allowing Devon's rage over Master Daki's death to push her into becoming his apprentice. The symbolism throughout the finale — broken bridges, collapsing temples, and fractured Jedi ideals — gave the battle emotional weight beyond the lightsaber clashes. We get into all of it! Is this the first Maul vs Vader battle in Star Wars history?While it's their first major onscreen showdown, the two previously dueled in the 2001 comic Star Wars Tales #9. Richard and Sarah explore that deep-cut Expanded Universe story.  PODCAST SPONSORS Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.

The Season 1 finale of STAR WARS: MAUL - SHADOW LORD delivered everything we hoped for: emotional betrayals, jaw-dropping visuals, terrifying horror vibes, and the long-awaited confrontation between Maul and Darth Vader. Richard and Sarah break down Chapters 9 and 10, from Dryden Vos and Crimson Dawn connections to Devon's tragic fall toward the dark side, and the MANY deaths along the way. Did Brander Lawson survive? We want your opinion, because Richard and Sarah are split! MAUL - SHADOW LORD composers Kevin, Deana, and Sean Kiner sneak in many musical references to "Duel of the Fates," "Battle of the Heroes," and "Anakin's Dark Deeds," all from the Prequel trilogy. We analyze how each of these callbacks help the overall storytelling of this series.  One of the standout elements of the finale is Vader himself. His silent entrance through the misty forest instantly joins the ranks of iconic Vader reveals from A New Hope, Rogue One, and even Splinter of the Mind's Eye. The horror-inspired music, jump scares, and brutal fighting style made Vader feel unstoppable. Meanwhile, Maul manipulated events exactly as planned, allowing Devon's rage over Master Daki's death to push her into becoming his apprentice. The symbolism throughout the finale — broken bridges, collapsing temples, and fractured Jedi ideals — gave the battle emotional weight beyond the lightsaber clashes. We get into all of it! Is this the first Maul vs Vader battle in Star Wars history?While it's their first major onscreen showdown, the two previously dueled in the 2001 comic Star Wars Tales #9. Richard and Sarah explore that deep-cut Expanded Universe story.  PODCAST SPONSORS Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.

This week kicks off Star Wars Month, and your favorite hosts are diving deep into the life and career of Dave Filoni, the current President and Chief Creative Officer of Lucasfilm. The most pivotal moment discussed is how Filoni originally got hired by George Lucas in 2005: instead of just asking about animation skills, Lucas challenged him on the themes of "The Phantom Menace," specifically the "Duel of the Fates." Ashley praises Filoni for his dedication to continuity, noting that his projects rarely have the plot holes or contradictions that plague other parts of the franchise.Produced by: Limitless Broadcasting Network.For more info, merch, and all the other podcasts, visit: www.limitlessbroadcastingnetwork.comCheck out Ashley's Disney deep dives at: pixiedustfiles.wordpress.comFollow your new Disney besties on Instagram @pixiedusttwinspodcastFollow Dan, honorary third host of the "Pixie Dust Twins" Podcast, and King of the Manifestos: @Dantaastic on Instagram and YouTubeMentioned in this episode:Canvas & Crime: Turning True Crime into Quirky CharactersGet your own notorious shot glass or art print at www.canvasandcrime.com! You can also find Elizabeth on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/eak.creations and on Instagram @eakcreations. She also has a YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@canvasandcrime where you can see creativity in action.

Happy Star Wars Day! The new hit Star Wars series Maul - Shadow Lord has come to an end with an EPIC finale that is among the best episodes in Star Wars animation history. We discuss Maul's journey trying to rebuild his shadow empire, and what's going on with the mysterious Jedi Devin Izara, as well as a MAJOR Star Wars character appearing in the finale. Come hang out and share your thoughts and theories!(00:00:00) Intro(00:02:00) Whatcha Watchin?(00:10:00) Star Wars Day Announcements(00:14:00) Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Season 1 Reactions(00:19:00) Maul - Shadow Lord Episode 7 Breakdown(00:23:00) Maul's ALMOST Redemption Attempt(00:25:00) Vader Arrives to Face Maul(00:29:00) Maul - Shadow Lord Ending Explained(00:30:00) Devon's Dual of the Fates(00:49:00) Will Devon Become Darth Talon Check out our interview with Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Executive Producers Athena Yvette Portillo, Brad Rau, and Matt Michnovetz: https://youtu.be/86na6N-AldACheck out https://www.agentsoffandom.com for the latest TV and Movie reviews!

It's Star Wars Day! And to celebrate the GateCrashers crew gathered for a chaotic, rambling discussion about all things Galaxy Far, Far Away. From projects we want to see that Disney would definitely consider making, to a truly terrible Darth Maul impression, we really cover the full gamut of everything you could want to discuss about Star Wars! And if, after listening you're still in that May the Fourth mood for more Star Wars, why not check out some of our extensive writing on everyone's favourite space opera: Have you been wanting to get into Star Wars comics? Then check out our handy Crash Course! Wondering what everyone's favourite spiky Sith Lord is up to? Give a read of our Maul - Shadow Lord review! Harkening for the brilliance of Genndy Tartakovsky's 2D Clone Wars? Our retrospective is sure to remind you of the good times! Maybe you're looking for something more serious from the Galaxy Far, Far Away? In that case, our Andor review is the place to go! Did you play Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga and wish there were even more characters to play as? Then our ranking of 25 Glup Shintos you can't play as is perfect for you! Ever wondered what Luke and Lando got up to between the Original and Sequel trilogies? Find out in our review of the game-changing Shadow of the Sith! Are you tired of annoying people on the internet constantly complaining about Rey being a Mary Sue? We agree! Do you love Doctor Aphra as much as we do? Our ode to everyone's favorite space thief/archaeologist/gay disaster is right here! Did you ever wonder what Colin Trevorrow's Duel of the Fates, the original finale to the Sequel Trilogy, might have looked like? Then check out our recap of the script! And lastly, make sure to listen to our homemade Star Wars audio adventure, Wild Space! All this and more can be found at our Star Wars landing page!  

Rachel and Simon speak with the novelist and short-story writer Lauren Groff. Lauren is the bestselling author of the novels "The Monsters of Templeton", "Arcadia", "Fates and Furies", "Matrix" and "The Vaster Wilds", and the short-story collections "Delicate Edible Birds" and "Florida". "Fates and Furies", "Florida" and "Matrix" were all finalists for the National Book Award in the United States. In 2024 Lauren and her husband opened a bookshop, The Lynx, in Florida, which has an emphasis on books that are currently challenged or banned in the state. We spoke to Lauren about the position of short stories in the literary marketplace, working as a bookseller as well as an author, and her latest collection of stories, "Brawler". In addition to the standard audio format, the podcast is now available in video. You can check us out on YouTube under Always Take Notes.   We've also made (yet) another update for those ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠who support the podcast on the crowdfunding site Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We've added a further 70 pages of new material to the package of successful article pitches that goes to anyone who supports the show with $5 per month or more, including new pitches to the New Yorker, Bloomberg Businessweek, and the Guardian Long Read. The whole compendium now runs to a magisterial 230 pages. For Patreons who contribute $10/month we're now also releasing bonus mini-episodes. Thanks to our sponsor, Scrivener, the first ten new signs-ups at $10/month will receive a lifelong license to Scrivener worth £55/$59.99 (two are left). This specialist word-processing software helps you organise long writing projects such as novels, academic papers and even scripts. Other Patreon rewards include signed copies of the podcast book and the opportunity to take part in a call with Simon and Rachel. A new edition of “Always Take Notes: Advice From Some Of The World's Greatest Writers” - a book drawing on our podcast interviews - is available now. The updated version now includes insights from over 100 past guests on the podcast, with new contributions from Harlan Coben, Victoria Hislop, Lee Child, Megan Nolan, Jhumpa Lahiri, Philippa Gregory, Jo Nesbø, Paul Theroux, Hisham Matar and Bettany Hughes. You can order it via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Waterstones⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When he first heard that Lucasfilm would be making new Star Wars films, Colin Trevorrow knew he had been put in this earth to direct one of them...Guest StarringDavid Chen as Colin TrevorrowAlexei Toliopolous as George LucasAbigail Nussbaum as Kathleen KennedyAsher Elbein as the Crawl Jackson Ryan as the disembodied voice of the Lucasfilm PR departmentCLIPS USED: Happy Sad Confused: Colin Trevorrow, Sam RichardsonJurassic World (dir. Colin Trevorrow, 2015)Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi (dir. Rian Johnson 2017)The Clone Wars: The Secrets of MortisDisney Lucasfilm Purchase AnnouncementKathleen Kennedy ABC News InterviewMUSICDuel of the Fates, Main Title, Jurassic Park Theme & A New Home by John Williams“Stringed Disco”, “Backed Vibes Clean”, “Lithium”, “Rolling At 5”, “Phantom From Space”, “Evening Melodrama”, “Industrial Cinematic”, “Morgana Rides”, “Raw", “Chill Wave”, “Martian Cowboy”, “Prelude & Action”, “Echoes of Time v2”, “Controlled Chaos - no percussion", “Marty Gots A Plan”, “Dark Times", “Black Vortex”, "Peace of Mind", “This House”, “Quirky Dog”, “Drums of the Deep”, “Hero Down”, “The Dread”,  “Mystery Sax", "The Chamber", "Intrepid", "The Dread", "The Descent", "Lost Time", "Mistake the Getaway", "Hiding Your Reality", “Night Vigil”, “That Zen Moment”, "Deep Haze", "Covert Affairs", "Lost Frontier", "Hall of the Mountain King", "Leaving Home", & “Ever Mindful”Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)“Suspended Animation”, "Space Race", "The Paladin's Underworld", "Proxima Centuri", by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com"Sneaky Snooper", "Dark Mystery" & "Act Three" by Jason Shaw - Audionautix.com"Gravity" by James Richardson (kingjamesroyaltyfreemusic.blogspot.co.uk)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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A heist on a crime-syndicate planet, a “Duel of the Fates” needle drop that hasn't been heard since The Phantom Menace, and a Sith lord who barely has to break a sweat... Maul is off to a hell of a start. Matthew and Alex welcome TruStory FM co-owner Pete Wright to break down the first two episodes of the new animated series, set in the lawless underworld of Janix at the dawn of the Empire.The conversation covers the Blade Runner-meets-cop-noir world-building, the “sandwich prequel” problem of writing a character whose beginning and end we already know, and the big question: can Maul sustain eight episodes as a title character? Matthew makes the case that Maul is a Cassandra figure — he sees Palpatine's plan clearly and completely, but his methods mean no one will listen to him. Meanwhile, Pete brings a sharp outside perspective on what the show owes to Andor's willingness to let crime politics breathe.There's also spirited debate over Devin Izara and her Jedi master, whether the show's hallway fight scene has earned its place in a now-crowded genre, and where Crimson Dawn fits into Maul's long game — because Palpatine, as it turns out, is playing Candyland, and the outcome was never really in doubt.Star Wars Generations**************************************************************************This episode is a production of Star Wars Generations, an Ethical Panda podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check out our website to find out more about this show and our sister podcast Superhero Ethics.We want to hear from you! Keep up with our latest news and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.TikTok · Twitter/X · Instagram · Facebook · EmailTo learn more about co-host Erin and her incredible cosplay: Instagram · TikTokJoin the conversation in the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes — and you can even give membership as a gift. Sign up here.You can also support us through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers, run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master Alan.Use Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one-year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.

The long wait is over — Maul: Shadow Lord is here, and episodes one and two make one thing clear: this is not a redemption arc. Matthew and Erin bring their first reactions to a Star Wars series that plants its villain firmly at the center, broken and dangerous, with Sam Witwer delivering a performance that is already carrying the whole show.The hosts dig into a surprisingly grounded world: a cop-dad navigating custody and local crime politics, a droid turf war between Two Boots and Spybot, and a young Jedi prisoner who knew Maul's name the second he walked in — sparking discussion about just how notorious Maul actually was at this point in the timeline. Meanwhile, Erin zeroes in on Maul's recruitment pitch and the gap between what he tells his prisoner (“it's not as simple as good and evil”) and what he admits to his Mandalorian ally (“I will mold her into something powerful”). The show is already playing with a fascinating central question: can someone who has already started bending the Jedi code to survive really resist what Maul is offering?Whether the prisoner turns out to be Darth Talon or someone else entirely, both hosts are hooked — and ready to find out how this broken, revenge-obsessed man tries to rebuild an empire from scratch.Mentioned in This EpisodeStar Wars Content DiscussedThe Clone Wars (referenced throughout, particularly the Shadow Collective arc and Season 7)Star Wars Rebels (Maul's appearances referenced)Andor (compared to Shadow Lord's local law enforcement storytelling)Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (the Duel of the Fates theme moment)LinksConnect with Matthew: matthew@theethicalpanda.com · TikTok · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter/XConnect with Erin: Instagram · TikTok**************************************************************************This episode is a production of Star Wars Generations, an Ethical Panda podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check out our website to find out more about this show and our sister podcast Superhero Ethics.We want to hear from you! Keep up with our latest news and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.TikTok · Twitter/X · Instagram · Facebook · EmailTo learn more about co-host Erin and her incredible cosplay: Instagram · TikTokJoin the conversation in the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes — and you can even give membership as a gift. Sign up here.You can also support us through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers, run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master Alan.Use Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one-year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.

Perhaps the most significant piece of Star Wars music of the prequel trilogy, "Duel of the Fates" for chorale and orchestra boldly captures the struggle between light and darkness. We discuss the personal influences that composer John Williams brings to his compositions, and do a full musical analysis of the concert arrangement of this dynamic and exciting piece. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailThis week on The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli are diving into A Crown of Oaths and Curses by J Bree—a dark, epic romantasy packed with brutal politics, ancient magic, and a very inconvenient fated-mates situation.We follow Rookesbane Eveningstar, a powerful Witch of the Woods who has already lost everything in service to a king who was never hers. With the war between fae and witches tearing the world apart, Rook is forced to seek out the Savage Prince—heir to the Southern Lands' high-fae throne, infamous for his cruelty and cold heart.The problem? He's her Fates-blessed mate. And she's his greatest enemy. Dun dun DUN! Support the showOur Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thebookfix?utm_source=linktree_admin_sharebecome our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixbuy us a book ♡ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebookfixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡  https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix

Host Jason Blitman talks to Lauren Groff about her new story collection, Brawler. This conversation was recorded live at Warwick's in San Diego. Conversation highlights include:

3. Cline examines the varying fates of Egypt and emerging Levantine groups after the collapse. Egypt is described as "merely coping," struggling with internal anarchy and a delayed reaction to regional droughts while retreating from its previous international prominence. Conversely, the power vacuum allowed smaller entities like the Israelites and Philistines to flourish. Cline discusses the archaeological debate regarding whether the Israelites were local highland dwellers who transformed or external migrants. He also identifies the Philistines as part of the Sea Peoples, noting recent DNA evidence from Ashkelon that confirms their mixed ancestry and Mediterranean origins. (3)

Episode 233 of "TMNT - The Talk" in English. I am talking about TMNT#14 and TMNT#15 by IDW Comics. Check out the website at https://www.tmnttalk.com/ or send me an e-mail at tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

This week we watch 7 x 7 introductions. Did I mention we watched 49 introductions! Join us as we discuss Shamans. Saki. Tarot and many more topics we are very qualified to discuss on Battle of the Fates on Hulu. S01E01 || Theme Song: "Crooked Mile (slinky rock mix)" by Hans Atom || Outro: "I dunno" by grapes || Next week: Maxxed Out S01E01

Join us for this special Purim episode of the Toras Chaim podcast. In keeping with the theme of Season 3, we examine the historical context and significance of the special reading for Purim-Megilas Esther. In doing so we discover that things are not always what they seem and G-d is always working behind the scenes. SPECIAL REQUEST: Our Shul, The Community Shul of Los Angeles, is currently running its annual fundraiser. This podcast is part of the work we do to educate and elevate Jewish Life. If you appreciate our work, please help by supporting TCS. Any amount helps. https://causematch.com/shul26/561633If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

Acclaimed TC contributor Lauren Groff speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her new story collection, Brawler, out this month from Riverhead, and her origins as a writer at Amherst College, where The Common is based. She also discusses how a story collection comes together over many years, how working with her longtime agent Bill Clegg has shaped her work, and what she's working on now and next. Groff's work appears most often in The New Yorker these days, but The Common published a story of hers in Issue 01, more than 15 years ago. Lauren Groff is a three-time National Book Award finalist and the New York Times bestselling author of the novels The Monsters of Templeton, Arcadia, Fates and Furies, Matrix, and The Vaster Wilds, and the celebrated short story collections Delicate Edible Birds and Florida. She has won the Story Prize and the Joyce Carol Oates Prize, and has been a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award. In 2024 she was named one of the “TIME 100 most influential people.” Groff's work regularly appears in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, and elsewhere. Her work has been translated into thirty-six languages. She lives in Gainesville, Florida, where she and her husband run an independent bookstore, The Lynx. ­­Read Lauren Groff's story “Exquisite Corpse” in The Common here. Learn more about Brawler and order it here. Find out more here. The Common is a print and online literary magazine publishing stories, essays, and poems that deepen our collective sense of place. On our podcast and in our pages, The Common features established and emerging writers from around the world. Read more and subscribe to the magazine here, and follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook. Emily Everett is managing editor of the magazine and host of the podcast. Her 2025 debut novel All That Life Can Afford was a Reese's Book Club pick, and her work has appeared in The New York Times Modern Love column, the Kenyon Review, Electric Literature, Tin House, and Mississippi Review. She was a 2022 Massachusetts Cultural Council Fellow in Fiction. 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

Acclaimed TC contributor Lauren Groff speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her new story collection, Brawler, out this month from Riverhead, and her origins as a writer at Amherst College, where The Common is based. She also discusses how a story collection comes together over many years, how working with her longtime agent Bill Clegg has shaped her work, and what she's working on now and next. Groff's work appears most often in The New Yorker these days, but The Common published a story of hers in Issue 01, more than 15 years ago. Lauren Groff is a three-time National Book Award finalist and the New York Times bestselling author of the novels The Monsters of Templeton, Arcadia, Fates and Furies, Matrix, and The Vaster Wilds, and the celebrated short story collections Delicate Edible Birds and Florida. She has won the Story Prize and the Joyce Carol Oates Prize, and has been a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award. In 2024 she was named one of the “TIME 100 most influential people.” Groff's work regularly appears in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, and elsewhere. Her work has been translated into thirty-six languages. She lives in Gainesville, Florida, where she and her husband run an independent bookstore, The Lynx. ­­Read Lauren Groff's story “Exquisite Corpse” in The Common here. Learn more about Brawler and order it here. Find out more here. The Common is a print and online literary magazine publishing stories, essays, and poems that deepen our collective sense of place. On our podcast and in our pages, The Common features established and emerging writers from around the world. Read more and subscribe to the magazine here, and follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook. Emily Everett is managing editor of the magazine and host of the podcast. Her 2025 debut novel All That Life Can Afford was a Reese's Book Club pick, and her work has appeared in The New York Times Modern Love column, the Kenyon Review, Electric Literature, Tin House, and Mississippi Review. She was a 2022 Massachusetts Cultural Council Fellow in Fiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

Star Wars Episode 9 Duel of the Fates original script by Colin Trevorrow is being created now by Star Wars fans like this scene here created by Skywalker_Stories What do you think about it? Do you think Star Wars content like this in the hands of the fans is a good thing? THEORY SABERS - https://theorysabers.com/ Best sellers: Ani III - The Chosen One - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/hilt-ani3 Prodigal Son V1 (Affordable Version) - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/hilt-lukev1 HATS and MERCH - https://www.theorysabers.com/products-3?category=Accessories&subcategory=Merch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577224659532 SPOTIFY Daily Podcast Episodes - https://open.spotify.com/show/1j8jTU5OgOsi7o18Zo7Jn6 Apple Podcasts Star Wars Theory - https://apple.co/3Z0qBQE Twitter - https://twitter.com/realswtheory Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/star.wars.theory/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@starwarstheory66 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8CbFnDTYkiVweaz8y9wd_Q/join Become a Patron to support future content - https://www.patreon.com/StarWarsTheory Chat with the community on my personal Star Wars Theory Forums https://starwarstheory.com/THEORY/posts DISCORD - https://discord.gg/starwarstheory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One false move and you just might be sucked into one of AEW's perilous black holes. Psy White presents the 7 Worst Possible Fates To Suffer In AEW...ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@Psyniac_123@WhatCultureWWEFor more awesome content, check out: whatculture.com/wwe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, I review Our Infinite Fates, by Laura Steven!Goodreads/Fable: Ellie ManoTikTok/Instagram: @hookofabookEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com

Send us a textOn this episode, I'm joined by the most prominent sports lawyer that you've probably never. Heard of. His name is Jay Reisinger, and he has represented some of the highest-profile professional athletes in the country in league disciplinary cases, salary, arbitration cases, and crisis management.If you're a pro athlete and you're in trouble, he's the man to see. Jay joins the pod to talk about the Stefan Diggs and Christian Barmore criminal charges, whether they might be suspended during the NFL playoffs or the off-season, and he gives a behind the scenes look at how the leagues investigate and punish athletes.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are taking a look back at their favorite reads of 2021. This was one of the best reading years. This was also the year we added the superlatives which everybody loved! Most of these books should be available for you to grab if any interest you after hearing us rave about them! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) .  .  .  2:38 - Our Top 10 Reads of 2021 12:35 - Legendborn by Tracy Deonn (Kaytee #10) 12:39 - Season 3: episode 40 14:09 - Currently Reading Patreon 16:39 - Fablehaven by Brandon Mull  16:52 - A Place to Hang the Moon by Kate Albus (Meredith #10) 18:50 - The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood (Kaytee #9) 21:25 - Furyborn by Claire Legrand 21:36 - Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo  21:56 - A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas (Meredith #9) 22:21 - A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas 23:01 - A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas 23:46 - The Day The World Came to Town by Jim DeFede (Kaytee #8) 23:50 - Season 4: Episode 14 25:32 - Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May (Meredith #8) 25:41 - Season 3: Episode 41 29:03 - Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir (Kaytee #7) 29:25 - Season 3: Episode 42 31:41 - State of Terror by Hilary Rodham Clinton and Louise Penny (Meredith #7) 34:22 - Intermission: Lowest Rated Books 34:58 - Roar by Cecilia Ahern (Kaytee) 35:41 - Atomic City Girls by Janet Beard (Kaytee) 36:48 - Survivor Song by Paul Tremblay (Meredith) 37:30 - Survive the Night by Riley Sager (Meredith) 38:25 - Meredith and Kaytee's Top 10 Books of the Year cont'd 38:36 - Love Lives Here by Rowan Jette Knox (Kaytee #6) K NOTE: while I do think it's clear that I love my sister dearly here, I want to be extra super clear that when I say "love covers all manner of sins" I am referring to the ways we as her family fail at times to do the best we can. I am not in any way referring to her gender identity as a sin. My sister knows this, but I want to be sure that anyone else who hears me, hears me correctly as well. 40:25 - Pony by R.J. Palacio (Meredith #6) 40:50 - Page & Palette Bookshop 42:05 - Wonder by R.J. Palacio 43:01 - The Guncle by Steven Rowley (Kaytee #5) 43:04 - Season 3: Episode 45 44:29 - The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino (Meredith #5) 47:46 - Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston (Kaytee #4) 47:51 - Season 3: Episode 35 47:56 - Bookshelf Thomasville 48:47 - Blackwell's 49:05 - Nevermoor by Jessica Townsend 49:06 - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling 49:28 - 56 Days by Catherine Ryan Howard  49:37 - The Nothing Man by Catherine Ryan Howard (Meredith #4) 53:14 - Intermission: The Books that Surprised Us Most in 2021 53:44 - Season 3: Episode 34 53:50 - The Black Count by Tom Reiss (Kaytee) 55:38 - Piranesi by Susanna Clarke (Meredith) 59:25 - Meredith and Kaytee's Top 10 Books of the Year cont'd 59:50 - How the Word is Passed by Clint Smith (Kaytee #3) 59:56 - Season 4: Episode 19 1:01:37 - Fabled Bookshop 1:01:39 - We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker (Meredith #3) 1:04:52 - Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby (Kaytee #2) 1:04:56 - Season 4: Episode 2 1:07:18 - Matrix by Lauren Groff (Meredith #2) 1:07:59 - Fates and Furies by Lauren Groff 1:11:14 - All The Lonely People by Mike Gayle (Kaytee #1) 1:11:22 - Season 4: Episode 12 1:11:38 - Minisode w/Mike Gayle 1:14:09 - A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles (Meredith #1) 1:15:42 - The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas 1:22:48 - Reflections from the 2021 Reading Year 1:24:25 - Pony by R.J. Palacio 1:24:45 - Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston   Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. December's IPL is a recap of the year with Kaytee and Meredith. Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business.  All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

"Some of the best decisions I've made in my life have been rooted in faith where I couldn't give a guarantee but I had faith and some of the worst decisions I've made in my life were rooted in fear.” Governor Wes Moore In this inspiring and wide-ranging conversation, Maryland Governor Wes Moore joins The Pivot Podcast to discuss leadership, purpose, and the personal journey that shaped his historic path to the governor's office. Moore opens up to Ryan, Channing and Fred about his upbringing, his time in the military, and the pivotal moments that pushed him toward public service. He reflects on the challenges of leading a state during times of rapid change, the responsibilities of being Maryland's first Black governor, and his commitment to expanding opportunity for all communities. Going in-depth, Moore shares the story behind writing his best-selling novel shaped how he views the world, based on the experience of 2 men with the same name who lived two different fates: one ended up doing life in prison while the other was a road scholar who became Governor. A journey rooted in faith not fear, Moore shares the key choices he made over his lifetime to give him the courage and strength to emphasize service over self. Throughout the episode, Moore's trademark energy and clarity shine as he talks about balancing ambition with humility, the importance of mentorship, and what it means to create lasting impact. He shares his inspiring love story with wife Dawn, raising a family in the public eye while emphasizing the values that built their marriage, the support they've given each other through demanding careers, and the joy and purpose he finds in being a husband and father. And of course we talk football! From Maryland sports to the Baltimore Ravens to the AFC North to the true spirit and rivalry of the Army Navy game. Whether you're interested in politics, personal growth, or stories of resilience, this conversation offers a thoughtful look at one of the country's most dynamic political leaders. Pivot Family, tap in, like, hit subscribe and comment, we love hearing from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices