Podcasts about Fiction

It's been a remarkable eighteen months for Dutch-Israeli author Yael van der Wouden. Her debut novel, The Safekeep, was shortlisted for the Booker Prize, and this year it won the Women's Prize for Fiction.  Set in the Netherlands 15 years after the end of World War II, The Safekeep is the story of a reclusive young woman living in her family's isolated country home, whose life is turned upside down by the arrival of an unpredictable house guest. In this episode, Yael sat down with host Mythili Rao to talk about her approach to writing historical fiction, the enduring legacy of the 20th century's greatest tragedy and the ways in which her novel challenges the Dutch national narrative about World War II and its treatment of Jewish people during and after the war.    Yael van der Wouden Yael lives and works in the Netherlands, where she lectures in creative writing and comparative literature. The Safekeep is available now in paperback.   If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all our full conversations, plus all of our Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events  ...  Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series … Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content and early access. … Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events, discounts and much more. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Play Monster***Written by: Samuel Rich***Back to Your Roots***Written by: Wouldn't You Like to Know and Narrated by: Alicia Atkins***It Comes from the Wall***Written by: Tor-Anders Ulven and Narrated by: JV Hampton-VanSant***Support the show at patreon.com/creepypod***Sound design by: Pacific Obadia***Title music by: Alex Aldea

Is long form reading a dying pastime? Journalist and cultural critic James Marriott joins EconTalk's Russ Roberts to defend the increasingly quaint act of reading a book in our scrolling-obsessed, AI-summarized age. He urges juggling a paper book and a Kindle, recounts ditching his smartphone to rescue his attention, and shares tactics for finding the "right" beach novel and biography. He and Russ also debate the value of re-reading, spar over Dostoevsky, celebrate Elena Ferrante, and swap suggestions for poetry that "puts reality back in your bones." Throughout, they argue that the shallowness of social media makes the best case for diving into the dense, intellectually difficult, yet uniquely transformative power of books.

Relic Radio Science Fiction features The CBS Radio Mystery Theater this week. We'll hear The Colony, from November 9, 1976. Listen to more from The CBS Radio Mystery Theater https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/SciFi890.mp3 Download SciFi890 | Subscribe | Spotify | Support Relic Radio Science Fiction Your support makes this show possible. If you'd like to help, visit donate.relicradio.com for more information. Thank you.

If you still have a few weeks of summer left, listen to this episode to find out our recommended reading list for school counselors (Fiction Edition). We each are sharing a few of our 5 star fictional book choices. We try to tell you why these books might appeal to you as a school counselor. Let us know if you've read any of these, or if you have a book to suggest!Check out our post about these books here:https://counseloraccents.com/recommended-reading-list-for-school-counselors/

Send us a textThe Four Horsemen Ride: Life Is Just A Fantasy For Author#author #fantasy #fourhorsemen #lotr #newbook When reality isn't enough, you build your universe. That's precisely what J.F. Monroe did with the Legacy of the Four trilogy, creating a world where ancient powers walk among us and destiny can be rewritten by the courage of the human heart.A lifelong devotee of fantasy fiction, Monroe crafts stories that blend epic adventure with deeply personal journeys. Her writing draws inspiration from the character-driven narratives of "The Lord of the Rings" and "Harry Potter," the high stakes of "The Hunger Games," and the intricate plotting of Christopher Nolan's films. These influences combine in her work to create stories where even the most extraordinary characters feel remarkably real.At the heart of Monroe's storytelling philosophy lies a simple truth: the most powerful magic comes from human connection. Her characters—whether they're vessels for ancient powers or loyal companions with four legs—face struggles that resonate with readers long after they turn the last page. She crafts protagonists who aren't just extraordinary in their abilities but also in their capacity for growth, love, and sacrifice.Website: https://www.jfmonroebookshelf.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jf.monroe/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jf.monroeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/j-f-monroe/Thanks for tuning in, please be sure to click that subscribe button and give this a thumbs up!!Email: thevibesbroadcast@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_to_the_vibes_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevibesbroadcastnetworkLinktree: https://linktr.ee/the_vibes_broadcastTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeuTVRv2/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheVibesBrdcstTruth: https://truthsocial.com/@KoyoteFor all our social media and other links, go to: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/the_vibes_broadcastPlease subscribe, like, and share!

Old school podcasting! Hose rules for Coriolis the Third Horizon00.00.40: Introductions00.02.03: Thank you to our new Patron - Paul Penna00.02.33: World of Gaming - Troll Lord games crowdfunding a factory; Green Ronin legal defence fund, crowdfunding legal costs: Cörk Bord, Paul Baldowski's Nordic police procedural/horror. 00.23.04: Old West News - our error00.35.29: Faith in the 3rd Horizon (Jim's blog)00.58.22: Next time and Goodbye Effekt is brought to you by Effekt Publishing. Music is by Stars in a Black Sea, used with kind permission of Free League Publishing.Like what we do?Sign up for updates on Tales of the Old West via our new website and download Tales of the Old West QuickDraw available for free on DriveThru. The core rules are now available on DriveThru too.Put our brand on your face! (and elsewhere)Buy pdfs via our DriveThru Affiliate linkLeave a review on iTunes or PodchaserFind our Actual Play recordings on effektap ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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In this episode, Madelyn and Emma discuss Her Story and Split Fiction. That's a lot of women and a lot of fiction right there. Also featuring what FMV stands for, movie backgrounds, and fantasy land cops stuff.

Karen Brooks talks to Cheryl about her family-run brewery in Hobart, the influence of feminism on her writing, how she approaches research for her historical fiction, her connection to fantasy stories and what lies ahead in her writing journey. Her latest book, The Whisky Widow, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fiction Break: Steve Stockton's NIGHT CAFEBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

Fiction Break: Steve Stockton's NIGHT CAFE Volume 2 - STRANGE stories to listen to at night!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

Hile, Cromrades! We return with another yarn from Zothique by one Clark Ashton Smith. You can access an open source version of the text here! Join us, won't you?   One Things Jon: John Gwynne's 'The Shadow of the Gods'! Josh: 'Grotten,' by Sunzenaut! Luke: The Smith Circle, a CAS Conference coming 10 Jan 2026!   Questions? Comments? Curses? Call us at (859) 429-CROM! Did you know that we're on Facebook? We're posting photos on the Instagrams! Or, check us out on Apple Podcasts! (or your podcast player of choice!) Legal Mumbo-Jumbo Our episode is freely available on archive.org and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Themes by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Outro: 'Wings Wetted Down' by THE Blue Oyster Cult. Music obtained legally; we hope our discussion of this content makes you want to go out and purchase the work! 

635. Part 2 of our talk with Kyle Crosby about his project, Louisiana Dread. "Louisiana Dread is a cultural project that shares and preserves stories of Louisiana history, culture, and folklore. Under the umbrella of Dreadful Productions, LLC, "Louisiana Dread" aims to bring awareness to important cultural aspects of Louisiana through several online series, such as LA Quick History, LA Drinks, LA Estates, LA Lingo, and LD Live. Each highlight  in Louisiana history that have otherwise been forgotten or misinterpreted, as well as share local horror stories that have been told for generations. Whether based on fact or complete fiction, Louisiana is seeping with horror stories that all share one common feature: the haunting setting of Louisiana. Along with the online series, a ten-episode television anthology script has been completed and awaits funding. To donate, please contact us at kyleladread@gmail.com The description can be seen below. "Louisiana Dread" is a video horror anthology series based on haunting Louisiana history, folklore, and culture. Set all throughout the Bayou State, each episode holds its own sinister tale of misfortune and evil" (Louisiana Dread). Now available: Liberty in Louisiana: A Comedy. The oldest play about Louisiana, author James Workman wrote it as a celebration of the Louisiana Purchase. Now it is back in print for the first time in 221 years. Order your copy today! Catharine Cole (Martha Field). "The Story of the Old French Market." Journalist Martha Field wrote under the pen name of Catharine Cole. She wrote this glimpse of the history of the old French Market in 1916 as an advertisement for French Market Coffee. Now 109 years later, we still think of the old French Market in New Orleans along with its world famous coffee. Time passes differently when we sit in the French Market and drink French Market coffee. Have a cup of coffee and read this wonder reminiscence of the French Market today! "I sit in a dim corner, where the tide of life passes me by, and muse and dream of days that are gone when all was unlike its present form save for the old Market and the selfsame aroma of the only coffee in all the world that has lived and thrived while the centuries passed, swiftly and silently, down the pathway of time." This week in Louisiana history. July 19, 1799. Interim governor Nicholas Vidal takes command of Louisiana. This week in New Orleans history. On July 19, 1963, Lee Harvey Oswald was fired from the Reily Coffee Company  "...because his work was not satisfactory and because he spent too much time loitering in Adrian Alba's garage next door (at 618 Magazine Street), where he read rifle and hunting magazines." This week in Louisiana. Tammany Trace 21490 Koop Drive Mandeville, LA 985-867-9490 crt@stpgov.org Website Originally a corridor for the Illinois Central Railroad, the Tammany Trace is now a hike and bike trail that spans from downtown Covington, through Abita Springs, Mandeville and Lacombe and ends in Slidell. A separate equestrian path parallels the Trace in several places. St. Tammany Parish government purchased the abandoned Illinois Central Railroad corridor on December 20, 1992. With the help of grants and federal dollars, St. Tammany Parish government has asphalted 31 miles, remodeled railroad trestles into pedestrian bridges, and maintained the Trace. Postcards from Louisiana. Phillip Manuel sings with Michael Pellera Trio play at Snug Harbor on Frenchmen St. in New Orleans.  Listen on Apple Podcasts. Listen on audible. Listen on Spotify. Listen on TuneIn. Listen on iHeartRadio. The Louisiana Anthology Home Page. Like us on Facebook. 

Current Sermon Series Faith in Fiction: Finding God Between the Lines June 29 – July 13 Stories have always been God's chosen medium—from ancient parables to modern novels. Literature doesn't just entertain; it reveals profound truths about the human condition, moral struggle, and our deepest longings for meaning and redemption. In this transformative sermon series, we'll explore how faith intersects with great works of fiction, discovering how authors across centuries have wrestled with questions of belief, doubt, sacrifice, and grace.  Each week, we'll examine how fictional characters mirror our own faith journeys—their moments of crisis and revelation, struggles with forgiveness, and encounters with the divine in unexpected places. Join us as we discover that the greatest stories are ultimately about us, our relationship with God, and the enduring narrative of redemption. June 29 | Book: A Prayer for Owen Meany • Hebrews 11:1–3, 8–16 July 6 | Book: You Are So Special | Bulletin • Order of Worship July 13 | Book: The Grapes of Wrath | Bulletin • Order of Worship

A lantern illuminates the cell and reveals to Trix and Talbain that Faerlin is alive and well. It seems he's come to escort Trix to their “proper chambers”, all the while shifting their eyes to the ceiling. Trix catches on to Faerlin's hints and the pair agree to bring Talbain on as “another servant” so that Talbain can escape too. Faerlin escorts Trix and Talbain out of the cell through a hidden door in the floor, but they make a point to pull Talbain aside. He threatens Talbain with execution if Trix is harmed, but Talbain doesn't seem bothered. When Faerlin assures the pair that The Dragon is not monitoring the tunnel, Trix brings Talbain up to speed.In the treasure vault, Rou sets Cela on a nearby chest before heading over to the pile of gear. He begins to change out of the borrowed clothes and notices Mongo holding a black furred pelt. It doesn't take him long to realize that it's his pelt, treated and prepared to be used as a rug. While Rou is absorbed in his thoughts, Eight learns something new about magic from Cela. They then set their sights on the orb and take it gently in hand just as Trix and Talbain arrive through a hidden door, escorted by Faerlin.Follow Dax @gmdax, Kappa @TheKappaChris, Sebastian @sebastianyue, WallE @walle132 and Wren @ThornyDryad EPISODE CREDITS: Produced by DaxOpening theme music, editing and mixing by WrenLogo Artwork design by JessieCharacter Artwork design by RiyuskiSegment music and sound effects licensed through Epidemic SoundLINKS:Be sure to follow and tag Roads Uncharted on Bluesky!

This episode stars former (and forever) guest Giano Cromley (American Mythology, The Prince of Infinite Space, What We Build Upon the Ruins, The Last Good Halloween). It was recorded live and on a walk along Division Street in Chicago, IL that started and concluded at Rite Liquors in July 2025.

My guest today is a bold and passionate leader guiding one of the country's most vital humanitarian organizations. Krish O'Mara Vignarajah is the President and CEO of Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service. Under her leadership, the organization has scaled its operations dramatically while reshaping how we think about welcome, dignity, and the extraordinary resilience refugees bring to America. Today, we'll explore how Krish is transforming the refugee resettlement model, what she sees ahead in the climate migration era, and how Global Refuge is defending the soul of America—one family at a time.

FICTION BREAK: THE DARK WOODS and Other Frightening Tales by Joe Voss - Narrated by Steve StocktonBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

Send us a textShould you write what you know—even if it's deeply personal? In this episode of The Christian Indie Writers' Podcast, we're talking about how to weave real-life experiences into your fiction in a way that adds emotional depth and authenticity, without turning your novel into a memoir.You'll learn how to balance truth with creativity, protect relationships, and use your story to glorify God. We also share practical tips for fictionalizing personal events and knowing when it's time to let go or revise. Whether you're writing from pain, joy, or testimony, this episode will help you tell your truth through fiction—wisely and well.Support this ministry on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/christianindiewriters30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/listenersofciwpVisit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/Learn more about the hosts...Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/Tina: https://christinacattane.com/Sprint Prompt: Theme: Let's Get Personal

A young poet pretended to be ‘a gender-fluid member of the Nigerian diaspora,' and his intentionally-bad poems were published. Marcus takes a look at the story, and Meg Hunter-Kilmer introduces us to the stories of the Ugandan martyrs. Matthew Bunson tells us what is known about the IDF attack on a Gaza church and we discuss the theology of St. Bonaventure with Mike Aquilina.

Did you know that in the split-second it took you to read the title of this episode, your subconscious already figured out that it was going to be extremely good?Peter and Michael talk about Malcolm Gladwell's "Blink," a book that is mostly cute scientific anecdotes but also indirectly resulted in millions of taxpayer dollars being wasted on fraudulent science.Where to find us: Our PatreonOur merch!Peter's newsletterPeter's other podcast, 5-4Mike's other podcast, Maintenance PhaseSources:Unconscious influences on decision making: A critical reviewHalf a Minute: Predicting Teacher Evaluations From Thin Slices of Nonverbal Behavior and Physical Attractiveness'Thin slices' of lifeConditions for Intuitive Expertise: A Failure to DisagreeTelling More Than We Can Know: Verbal Reports on Mental ProcessesMagic at the marketplace: Choice blindness for the taste of jam and the smell of teaFalse-Positive Psychology: Undisclosed Flexibility in Data Collection and Analysis Allows Presenting Anything as SignificantReading Lies: Nonverbal Communication and Deception Behavioral Science and SecurityTSA Should Limit Future Funding for Behavior Detection ActivitiesTSA Does Not Have Valid Evidence Supporting Most of the Revised Behavioral Indicators Used in Its Behavior Detection Activities Telling Lies: Fact, Fiction, and NonsenseTSA's Secret Behavior Checklist to Spot TerroristsA Review of 'Blink' by Malcolm GladwellThanks to Mindseye for our theme song!

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Ben Maller talks about Von Miller going to the Washington Commanders, why Colts QB Anthony Richardson is under the most pressure heading into the NFL season, Josh Allen's paranoia over the Bills appearing on Hard Knocks, Fact or Fiction, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We cast The Devils, try to apologize to Ruth, and recall other food-related romantasy. Plus, Veronica has a shameful tequila revelation.

We’re finishing up Midnight Horizon, a YA novel by Daniel Jose Older, and the final book of Phase I of the High Republic project. Join us as we discuss the state of the galaxy, Yoda ex machina, and the evergreen topic of trauma in Star Wars. For a list of Black-owned bookstores to order from, […]

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In this Episode:Host Bruce Richard sits down with elder law attorney and MCLE author Brian E. Barreira to separate fact from fiction in long-term care and MassHealth planning. In a wide-ranging discussion packed with practical insights, Brian highlights three critical issues that all legal practitioners, and their clients should better understand:Why going on MassHealth doesn't mean receiving inferior nursing home careThe surprising benefits of probate for married couples and how it can protect assetsWhen putting a house or assets into a trust helps—and when it can actually hurtWith clarity and candor, Brian challenges conventional estate planning advice and explains why thoughtful, individualized strategies are essential when planning for long-term care costs in Massachusetts.Featured Guest:Brian E. Barreira is a nationally respected elder law and estate planning attorney based in Plymouth, Massachusetts. With decades of experience, he has authored numerous articles and leads MCLE's flagship publication Elder and Disability Law in Massachusetts, where he also serves as chief editor. Brian's thoughtful, nuanced approach helps clients and practitioners alike navigate the often confusing intersection of healthcare planning, tax consequences, and legal safeguards.Links and Resources:MCLE Online PassElder and Disability Law in Massachusetts (MCLE Publication)Brian E. Barreira, Attorney at Law – Official WebsiteImportant Note:Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. (MCLE) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing high-quality, practical continuing legal education for the legal community. As part of its educational mission, MCLE presents a wide range of viewpoints and instructional content intended solely for educational purposes.The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by individual participants in this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of MCLE, its Board of Trustees, staff, or affiliated institutions. Inclusion of any material or commentary does not constitute an endorsement of any position on any issue by MCLE.For questions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@mcle.org. Connect with us on socials!Instagram: mcle.newenglandLinkedIn: Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. (MCLE│New England)X (Formerly Twitter): MCLENewEnglandBluesky: mclenewengland.bsky.socialFacebook: MCLE New England

Ein Vortrag der Politikwissenschaftlerin und Schriftstellerin Liya YuModeration: Katrin Ohlendorf Unsere Gehirne sind anfällig für Spaltung und Polarisierung. Dehumanisierung brachte uns vermutlich einmal evolutionäre Vorteile, wird nun aber zum Problem für unsere Gesellschaft und zur Gefahr für die Demokratie. Was tun? Ein Vortrag über Neuropolitik der Politikwissenschaftlerin Liya Yu. *** Liya Yu hat Politikwissenschaft an der University of Cambridge and der Columbia University New York studiert, wo sie zu Politischen Neurowissenschaften rassistischer Ausgrenzung und Entmenschlichung promoviert hat. Derzeit ist sie Research Fellow am Institut für Medizinische Psychologie an der Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. Zum Thema Neuropolitik hat sie das Sachbuch "Vulnerable Minds: The Neuropolitics of Divided Societies" geschrieben, auf dem auch dieser Vortrag basiert. Ein weiters Buch zum Thema ist derzeit in Arbeit. Außerdem schreibt Liya Yu auch Fiction, macht Tanz-Performance und Musik und engagiert sich gegen Rassismus. Diesen interdisziplinären Ansatz nennt sie "Gesamtkunstbefreiung". Ihren Vortrag mit dem Titel "Neuropolitik – Neue Wege aus Populismus und Polarisierung: Ein neuer Gesellschaftsvertrag für unsere gespaltenen Demokratien" hat sie im April 2025 im Rahmen der Tage der Utopie gehalten, die der Verein zur Förderung enkeltauglicher Zukunftsbilder im österreichischen Götzis veranstaltet hat. ***+++ Deutschlandfunk Nova +++ Hörsaal +++ Vortrag +++ Neuropolitik +++ Dehumanisierung +++ Neurowissenschaften +++ Gehirnforschung +++ Demokratie +++ Gesellschaftsvertrag +++ Rassismus +++ Frieden +++ Populismus +++ Polarisierung +++ Humanisierung +++**********Ihr hört in diesem Hörsaal:00:02:41 - Vortragsbeginn**********Quellen aus der Folge:Säuglingssstudie zum Other Race Effect: Kelly, D. J., Quinn, P. C., Slater, A. M., Lee, K., Ge, L., & Pascalis, O. (2007). The Other-Race Effect Develops During Infancy: Evidence of Perceptual Narrowing. Psychological Science, 18(12), 1084-1089.Studie dazu, wie Dehumanisierung unser Empathie Hirnareal abschaltet: Harris, L. T., & Fiske, S. T. (2006). Dehumanizing the Lowest of the Low: Neuroimaging Responses to Extreme Out-Groups. Psychological Science, 17(10), 847-853.Studie zu expliziter Dehumanisierung und den verheerenden gesellschaftlichen Konsequenzen: Kteily, N. S., & Bruneau, E. (2017). Darker Demons of Our Nature: The Need to (Re)Focus Attention on Blatant Forms of Dehumanization. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 26(6), 487-494.Studie zu Strategien zur Re-Humanisierunng (Multiple Kategorisierung): Albarello, F. , Rubini, M. (2012). Reducing dehumanisation outcomes towards Blacks: The role of multiple categorisation and of human identity. European Journal of Social Psychology, Volume 42, Issue 7, 875-882.**********Empfehlungen aus der Folge:Yu, Liya (2022): Vulnerable Minds - The Neuropolitics of Divided Societies. Columbia University Press, New York. **********Mehr zum Thema bei Deutschlandfunk Nova:Renaissance-Humanismus: Der Philosoph Erasmus von RotterdamGehirnforschung: In den Flow kommen: Das Ziel muss messbar und erreichbar seinSchlechte Nachrichten: So können wir einen gesunden Umgang finden**********Den Artikel zum Stück findet ihr hier.**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .

In Liane Moriarty's Here One Moment, a woman on a flight from Tasmania to Sydney, Australia looks around at her fellow passengers and reveals how each of them will die. Moriarty says the idea for the novel – which is now out in paperback – came to her during a time when she was contemplating her own mortality. In today's episode, the author speaks with Here & Now's Robin Young about putting her characters in difficult situations and being known as an author of women's fiction.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

Send us a textIn today's episode, I am chatting with Karen Nelson. Karen is the author of The Sunken Town and the co-founder of the nonprofit Writing by Writers. During her long career in nonprofits she has protected open space, funded cancer research, trained people to complete endurance events, and helped writers bring their work into the world. When not organizing writing workshops, she can be found hiking with her dog, reading, traveling, experimenting in the kitchen, and hosting dinner parties. She writes for various publications and is at work on her next novel.Episode Highlights:How Karen started Writing by Writers and the services they provide to support writers.Her passion for cooking and hosting monthly dinner parties as a creative outlet.The writing journey behind The Sunken Town and the years it took to complete.How she decides which books to read in print versus on audio.Her book flight featuring suspenseful literary novels set in academia.Connect with Karen Nelson:InstagramFacebookWebsiteBooks and authors mentioned in the episode:Cynthia Newberry Martin on Reading and Belonging (to Something Bigger) (Ep. 29)Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson RawlsI Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca MakkaiCowboys are My Weakness by Pam HoustonColored Television by Danzy SennaBook FlightThe Secret History by Donna TarttThe Lake of Dead Languages by Carol GoodmanSpecial Topics in Calamity Physics by Marisha PesslSupport the showBe sure to join the Bookish Flights community on social media. Happy listening! Instagram Facebook Website

Marc & Kim deliver a powerhouse lineup across the entire morning. Hour 1 blasts Big Tech censorship and media hypocrisy with deep dives into Facebook livestream bans, Lee Zeldin's transparency push, and Josh Hawley's AI moratorium concerns. Hour 2 tackles government overreach, with scrutiny on the Biden administration's questionable pardons via the “auto pen,” exposing a potential constitutional crisis as Missouri AG Andrew Bailey joins to break down the legal fallout. Hour 3 features Taylor Riggs from Fox Business's Big Money Show, who lays out the inflation realities behind the misleading headlines and previews Fed moves with savvy economic insight. The final hour gets personal and community-focused with Kelly Smith sharing a tough, heartfelt story about his wife Amanda's battle with stage three colorectal cancer, highlighting the need for local support and first responder solidarity.

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Jane Austen (1775 - 1817)Translated by Manuel Ortega y Gasset (1885 - 1965)Una de las novelas famosas de Jane Austen. - Genre(s): Fiction,Romance,LiteraryLanguage: Spanish

Join us this month as we talk with author Denise S. Robbins who has a new book out called The Unmapping; the Washington Writers Publishing House co-president Caroline Bock and Jona Colson, who are celebrating WWPH's 50th anniversary; author Rion Amilcar Scott who reads from his book, The World Does Not Require You; and indie lit legend Brian Allen Carr, author of Bad Foundations, Opioid, Indiana, Short Bus, and others.  Denise S. Robbins is from Madison, Wisconsin, the city where she grew up and to which she returned after sixteen years of living and working in climate activism on the East Coast. In Madison, she lives with her husband in a yellow house circled by oaks and pines and two owls, and works as a consultant for several climate advocacy groups. She is a Pushcart Prize–nominated author whose stories have been published in literary journals including The Barcelona Review, Gulf Coast, and many more. Her debut novel, The Unmapping, was published in June 2025 from Mareas at Bindery Books. It is number 2 on People Magazine's top reads for the summer.  The Unmapping is on order at DCPL. You can place a hold for when it arrives.  Caroline Bock's short story collection, Carry Her Home, received the 2018 WWPH Fiction Prize. She is the author of two critically acclaimed young adult novels, LIE and Before My Eyes, from St. Martin's Press. In addition to her role as co-president, she is the prose editor at WWPH Writes, our bi-weekly literary journal, and the co-editor of our 2021 anthology This Is What America Looks Like Fiction and Poetry from D.C. Maryland, and Virginia. Her new novel, THE OTHER BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE. (Regal House Publishing) will be published on June 2, 2026.Jona Colson's poetry collection, Said Through Glass, won the 2018 Jean Feldman Poetry Prize from WWPH. He teaches English at Montgomery College. Notably, in addition to his role as co-president, he is the poetry editor of WWPH Writes, our bi-weekly literary journal, and the co-editor of This Is What America Looks Like: Poetry and Fiction from D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. He is also the translator for Aguas/Waters by Miguel Avero, our first work in translation, published in May 2024. Rion Amilcar Scott was born in Washington, D.C. and grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland. His parents are from Trinidad and came to the United States to study at Howard University. 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We begin with Three Minus Two, from John Steele, Adventurer this week. That one aired December 14, 1954. (24:50) Next up is The Molle Mystery Theater with, The Bride Wore Black, from February 7, 1947. https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/RelicRadio954.mp3 Download RelicRadio954 | Subscribe | Spotify | Support The Relic Radio Show If you'd like to support Relic Radio, please consider a donation at Donate.RelicRadio.com. [...]

In this sharp and thought-provoking conversation, Jo Piazza dives into her new novel, Everyone Is Lying To You, a bold takedown of the tradwife trend and toxic influencer culture. She unpacks the power of storytelling as a tool for cultural critique, challenging the curated, unrealistic portrayals of women's lives online. The episode explores themes of agency, gender roles, and the societal pressures women navigate daily—while showcasing how fiction can reveal deeper truths about our world. What We're Talking About... Jo Piazza identifies as a storyteller, not a content creator. The tradwife phenomenon often masks the loss of women's agency. Influencer culture presents an unrealistic lifestyle that many aspire to. Women are experiencing burnout from the pressures of girl boss culture. The left struggles with branding and losing the culture wars. It's possible to have it all, but it requires systemic support. Fiction can serve as a powerful tool for cultural critique. Research into tradwives reveals a deeper cultural trend. Influencers often rent spaces to create idealized content. The reality of motherhood and work is often misrepresented in media. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Book Release 02:48 Exploring the Tradwife Phenomenon 05:39 The Impact of Influencer Culture 08:46 Critique of Traditional Gender Roles 11:35 The Role of Fiction in Cultural Critique 14:33 Research and Insights into Tradwives 17:08 The Reality Behind Influencer Lifestyles 20:12 Conclusion and Call to Action Links Mentioned Everyone Is Lying To You by Jo Piazza https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/784223/everyone-is-lying-to-you-by-jo-piazza/ Jo Piazza's Website https://www.jopiazza.com/

Send us a textHello again friends! In the last episode, the gang finally made it off of the Space House station and then we heard from some strange man named Slicer. Is he good? Is he bad? What is his take on today's political climate? The gang is unsure about it all, but hopefully they made the right decision in leaving the station behind and making a break for the main planet and back to Spaceopolis. But what waits our heroes once they land? Will they somehow find Jeff or Dalton ever again? Will they find a way home?? It's all coming together now in the latest episode of DUUNNNGGGEEEOONNN RRRAAADDDIIOOOO  HHHHOOUUURRR!!!::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::THIS SHOW IS NSFW AND NSFK (Not safe for kids. sorry kids!)Our DM is Dalton Rusher-RiddleOur Players are Andrew Gehrlein, Michael Adair & Alissa AdairTheme song by Dustin HookSound effects from Zapsplat and PixabayBackground music by Pixabay and Nerdius MaximusPlease check out our Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, AND NOW PATREON on our Linktree to keep up with the latest DRH news! https://linktr.ee/dungeonradiohourBye for now~:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::Support the show

Two of my favourite things in life are reading novels and travelling, so it's about time they appeared in a podcast episode together - especially since so many other people love this combination of joys, too! Starting with a bunch of wonderful "novel on a trip" experiences from listeners, I next hear from Carol McQuaid about the long list of novels she created to read on a round-the-world trip, along with continued reasons to read novels related to her travels. Next, Louis Hall has a fabulous argument for why reading fiction might even be more relevant to your travels than the typical non-fiction travel narratives we often read when preparing for a trip. And finally, Jonny Wright joins me with some deep thinking on the impact of reading during our travels, both for the books we read and the places we read them in. Links: Festival of Fiction in Perth - https://festivaloffiction.com.au/ Carol Mc Quaid - The Illustrated Vagabond - Carol’s pre-trip reading list - https://www.theillustratedvagabond.com/blog/reading-list-jkbjz Carol's South American Sketchbook - https://www.theillustratedvagabond.com/shop/p/southamericansketchbook Louis Hall - https://www.louisdhall.com/ Louis’ book In Green: Two Horses, Two Strangers, a Journey to the End of the Land - https://amzn.to/3FP0J52 Jonny Wright on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/goandfindoutpod/ Jonny's podcast Go And Find Out - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/go-and-find-out/id1807777446 Join our Facebook group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers Join our LinkedIn group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://notaballerina.com/linkedin Sign up for the Thoughtful Travellers newsletter at Substack - https://thoughtfultravel.substack.com Show notes: https://notaballerina.com/356 Support the show: https://thoughtfultravel.substack.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, I got to talk with Cebo Campbell and MacKenzie Green about Cebo's speculative novel Sky Full of Elephants. We dive into his inspiration for the story, how he chose Charlie and Sidney as the characters to lead the story, and get a few details into the production of the Sky Full of Elephants movie!Sky Full of Elephants Synopsisn this exquisite speculative novel set in a world where white people no longer exist, college professor Charlie Brunton receives a call from his estranged daughter Sidney, setting off a chain of events as they journey across a truly "post-racial" America in search of answers. One day, a cataclysmic event occurs: all of the white people in America walk into the nearest body of water. A year later, Charles Brunton is a Black man living in an entirely new world. Having served time in prison for a wrongful conviction, he's now a professor of electric and solar power systems at Howard University when he receives a call from someone he wasn't even sure existed: his daughter Sidney, a nineteen-year-old who watched her white mother and step-family drown themselves in the lake behind their house. Traumatized by the event, and terrified of the outside world, Sidney has spent a year in isolation in Wisconsin. Desperate for help, she turns to the father she never met, a man she has always resented. Sidney and Charlie meet for the first time as they embark on a journey across America headed for Alabama, where Sidney believes she may still have some family left. But neither Sidney or Charlie is prepared for this new world and how they see themselves in it. When they enter the Kingdom of Alabama, everything Charlie and Sidney thought they knew about themselves, and the world, will be turned upside down. Brimming with heart and humor, Cebo Campbell's astonishing debut novel is about the power of community and connection, about healing and self-actualization, and a reckoning with what it means to be Black in America, in both their world and ours.Follow Cebo hereFollow MacKenzie here  Check Out My Stories Are My Religion SubstackCheck Out Author Social Media PackagesCheck out the Bookwild Community on PatreonCheck out the Imposter Hour Podcast with Liz and GregFollow @imbookwild on InstagramOther Co-hosts On Instagram:Gare Billings @gareindeedreadsSteph Lauer @books.in.badgerlandHalley Sutton @halleysutton25Brian Watson @readingwithbrian

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More from X Minus One for this week's Relic Radio Science Fiction. From March 13, 1957, here's their story, The Lights On Precipice Peak. Listen to more from X Minus One https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/SciFi889.mp3 Download SciFi889 | Subscribe | Spotify | Support Relic Radio Science Fiction

Boomer and Gio discuss expectations for the Giants and Jets. BT was ejected from a little league game, a story confirmed by a caller. Jerry returns with NBA news, and a caller praises his show with Al. The Yankees and Mets lost to end the first half. The Moment of the Day: Fact or Fiction and Joe Benigno's gullibility. Gio brings up LeBron rumors, discussing if the Lakers will trade him, a potential return to Cleveland, and LeBron's decision to opt-in for money rather than pick a new team. Tom Brady's PR team reportedly called Sofia Vergara too old for him.

Hour 1 Boomer & Gio return from vacation, discussing the All-Star game, Yankees' and Mets' strong positions, and potential trades. Jerry provides a Yankees update, covering their 4-1 loss. Al's vacation meltdown raises questions about future travel. The Mets' loss to Kansas City, the impact of the Rafael Devers trade, and draft picks are also discussed. The hour concludes with Mike Brown's press conference. Hour 2 Boomer and Gio discussed Joe Burrow, boring QBs, and guard dogs after a clip of them appeared on Netflix's “Quarterback.” Gio worried about defending his golf title and recounted a viral golf fight. They debated an overnight caller's gullibility with Joe Benigno and the dangers of licking golf balls. Sports updates covered the Mets' healthy rotation despite a loss, the Yankees' first-half finale loss, and Emmanuel Berbari's home run call. The hour ended with guard dog distractions and Gio's golf game. Hour 3 Gio's July 4th fishing trip went awry, nearly costing him his wedding ring. A caller found Gio's TV doppelganger. Chris Gotterup, Scottish Open winner, is a local but doesn't resemble Gio. A golf tee story led to an ear amputation. Jerry returns with an update; Boomer gets a Happy Gilmore golf club. Willie Colon seemingly called Gio a liar, but Gio had receipts. Gio is annoyed Evan is recording Rico Brogna podcasts from Europe and wasn't impressed by Michaelangelo's David. Sean Manaea pitched well, but the Mets lost to the Royals. The Cubs beat the Yankees. Max Fried is unconcerned about his blister. The guys marvel at the Backstreet Boys' Sphere concert opening. Gio likes Hoodie Allen's "Pretty Face," which samples Jesse McCartney, and played a clip for Boomer. Hour 4 Boomer and Gio discuss the end of summer for football players, Giants and Jets expectations, and a rumor about BT's ejection from a little league game. Jerry delivers his final update, including NBA news. The Yankees and Mets lost before the All-Star break. The Moment of the Day: Fact or Fiction and Joe Benigno's gullibility. In the final segment, Gio informs Boomer about LeBron rumors, his future with the Lakers, a possible return to Cleveland, and his decision to opt-in for maximum money. Tom Brady's PR team reportedly deemed Sofia Vergara too old for him.

Every Sunday Night Carolyne Prevost, Jamie Latimer, and Scott Switzer bring you the news from the world of CrossFit and the surrounding sports.  This week it all became official for Carolyne Prevost going back to the CrossFit Games.  She will be competing at both the CrossFit Games and the Master's CrossFit Games.  Jamie won and kept winning all this week can't wait to share when and where.  Another new Road to the Games is out. Plus we will play another round of Fact or Fiction.

For generations, the Statue of Liberty has stood as a beacon representing the promise of America as a land of freedom and opportunity for immigrants from all over the world. But in 2025, as immigrant communities are being vilified and terrorized across the US, as people of color are being kidnapped off the street by armed, masked agents of the state, as immigrants are kidnapped and disappeared to prisons in foreign countries like El Salvador, as billions of taxpayer dollars are allocated to erect migrant concentration camps and a giant wall on the US-Mexico border, it should be horrifyingly clear that the promised America embodied in the Statue of Liberty is not the America we live in today. TRNN Editor-in-Chief Maximillian Alvarez speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen about the reality immigrant families face in the US today and about the critical relationship between the rise of authoritarianism at home and the violent expansion of American imperialism abroad. Guest: Viet Thanh Nguyen is a professor of English, American studies and ethnicity, and comparative literature at the University of Southern California. His novel The Sympathizer won the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. His latest feature piece for The Nation Magazine is titled “Greater America has been exporting disunion for decades”Additional resources: Viet Thanh Nguyen, The Nation, “Greater America has been exporting disunion for decades”Michael Fox, The Real News Network, “Families of the detained see echoes of dictatorial past in El Salvador's gang crackdown”Maximillian Alvarez, The Real News Network, “A dangerous myth: The US has never been 'a nation of immigrants'”Credits: Studio Production: David HebdenPost-Production: Cameron Granadino Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

In our monthly expedition in the strange side of the Bible, Hidden Chapters (previously: The Other Realm), Michael, Jason, and Elijah explore the intriguing concept of time travel, both in popular culture and within biblical narratives. They discuss various time travel stories, including urban legends and hoaxes, and delve into the theological implications of time manipulation as depicted in scripture, creating a dynamic and engaging discussion about the mysteries of time.  00:00 Introduction to the Hidden Chapters01:51 Exploring Time Travel in Movies and Shows04:35 The Science and Possibility of Time Travel07:21 Fascinating Time Travel Stories and Theories09:52 The Man from Taured: An Urban Legend?12:27 John Titor: The Time Traveler from 203615:10 Paul Dienak's Coma and Predictions of the Future17:53 The Philadelphia Experiment: Fact or Fiction?20:46 The Dottelstine Messages: A Mysterious Connection23:48 Personal Reflections on Time Travel32:24 Exploring Time Travel and Historical Curiosities36:21 Time Travel in the Bible: Prophecies and Miracles50:50 Theological Speculations on Time and Existence

A view from the intersection of AI and creators. Rich Lumelleau and Data Scientist Hilary Mason discuss: - How her company Hidden Door uses generative AI to turn any work of fiction into an online social roleplaying game. - Whether Napster is a fair comparison. - What the future of storytelling could look like. Host: Rich Lumelleau Guests: Hilary Mason Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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