Podcasts about Fiction

Wesley Chu joins us to talk about The Lives of Tao and Jan is back, so we have loads of news including Locus Award Winners and the British Fantasy Society shortlist. Plus Tom sings. We're all sorry about that. Also, we almost named this episode The Lives of Wesley Chu until we realized we had already done that in 2014.

This week on "Everybody in the Pool," we are on one last week of summer vacation but we didn't want to leave you without anything to listen to any longer! One of Molly's other projects is a podcast called Futureverse, where she and co-host Ramanan Raghavendran interview authors of climate fiction, to try to understand how fiction and science fiction imagine a present or a future in the world of a changing climate. Recently, they interviewed the Harvard professor and scientist Naomi Oreskes. She is known for her climate change activism, for nonfiction works on coordinated disinformation, and for trying to communicate science to the masses — which led her to co-author a work of fiction called The Collapse of Western Civilization. We spoke with her about knowing what's coming, how to stop it, how to win people to your side, and how sometimes fiction can tell better stories than science.LINKS: The Futureverse podcastNaomi OreskesThe Collapse of Western CivilizationAll episodes: https://www.everybodyinthepool.com/Subscribe to the Everybody in the Pool newsletter: https://www.mollywood.co/Become a member and get an ad-free version of the podcast: https://everybodyinthepool.supercast.com/Please subscribe and tell your friends about Everybody in the Pool! Send feedback or become a sponsor at in@everybodyinthepool.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textWhen the world slowed during the pandemic, Steve Vannoy and I found an unexpected gift in that stillness. We began recording stories from his father, Smokey Vannoy—vivid tales of a bygone West Virginia filled with cinder-bottom towns, red-light districts, and river adventures. What started as a collection of oral history soon grew into something more—a shared book project, born from legacy and love.Adventures in Cinder Bottom became more than a family story. It turned into a vibrant retelling of time, place, and identity. In this episode of Authors Who Lead, as we reflect on our second book, Greenbrier River, we weren't just navigating the usual creative hurdles of fiction—we were also carrying the weight of loss. Smokey passed away during the writing process, and that grief wove itself into every chapter. What makes these stories resonate is that they're rooted in real people, real places, and a real desire to honor someone we both deeply admired.Timestamp:00:00 Smokey's stories and Cinder Bottom03:08 Greenbrier River: growth through stories08:54 Authentic storytelling for Appalachia11:37 Boom to bust: a county's journey13:32 Avoiding judgment in polarized times16:41 Early integration in segregated America19:34 Living stories: a father's legacy25:32 Believe in your story26:46 From starter to finisher29:18 Join Authors Who Lead podcastFull show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS

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In this special Independence Day episode of Ron's Amazing Stories, we celebrate the 4th of July with tales that dive into the heart of American history—blending revolutionary fervor with a dash of humor. From the signatures on the Declaration of Independence to a tooth-related parody involving Paul Revere, we've got an episode that's as entertaining as a fireworks finale. Story 1: Philadelphia, July 4, 1776 - Travel back to 1776 with an episode from CBS's You Are There, imagining modern reporters covering the signing of the Declaration OF Indepence. Hear interviews with historical figures like Jefferson, Franklin, Washington, and Adams, bringing a fresh perspective to a pivotal moment in history. Story 2: A Tooth For Paul Revere - A parody from the OTR series Escape, featuring Liege Butterwick and his tooth in a fictional tale loosely connected to Paul Revere. While historically inaccurate (confirmed after some "rigorous" research), it's a fun, whimsical story perfect for the holiday.  Ron's Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron's Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron's Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:

Tom Thomson is one of the most mythologized Canadian painters of his time — and ours. Over 100 years ago, the artist died suddenly on Canoe Lake in Algonquin Park, when he was at the peak of his powers. IDEAS producer Sean Foley delves into what we think we know about Tom Thomson and examines the tales that have evolved over the past century. *This episode originally aired Nov. 9, 2018.Guests in this episode:Gregory Klages, historian and author of The Many Deaths of Tom Thomson: Separating Fact from Fiction.Sherrill Grace, Professor Emerita at the University of British Columbia and the author of Inventing Tom Thomson Ian Dejardin, art historian and the former executive director of the McMichael Canadian Art Collection.Pete Telford, chairman of the Friends of Leith Church, Leith, Ontario.

James Hogg's ghoulish metaphysical crime novel 'The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner' (1824) was presented as a found documented dating from the 17th century, describing in different voices the path to devilry of an antinomian Calvinist, Robert Wringhim. Mikhail Bulgakov's 'The Master and Margarita', written between 1928 and 1940, also hinges around a pact with Satan (Woland), who arrives in Moscow to create mayhem among its literary community and helps reunite an outcast writer, the Master, with his lover, Margarita. In this extended extra from ‘Fiction and the Fantastic', Marina Warner and Adam Thirlwell look at the ways in which these two ferocious works of comic horror tackle the challenge of representing fanaticism, be it Calvinism or Bolshevism, and consider why both writers used the fantastical to test reality. ‘Fiction and the Fantastic' is part of the LRB's Close Readings podcast. Sign up to Close Readings: Directly in Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lrb.me/crapplefflrbpod In other podcast apps: ⁠https://lrb.me/closereadingsff Sponsored link: Deaf Republic at the Royal Court: https://royalcourttheatre.com/whats-on/deaf-republic/

Send us a textIn today's episode, I am chatting with KyLee Woodley. KyLee teaches preschool at a lab school in Texas where she lives with her husband of 18 years and their three teenage children. Having been raised in the Pacific Northwest and spent part of her adult life in Texas, she has a deep respect for American values. She grew up in an impoverished area and began ministering to homeless, drug addicted, and desperate people while in her teens. As a result, she feels a deep sense of concern for society's unloved. This comes through in her stories, enriched with historical detail that shows how loving the unlovely is a timeless need. Episode Highlights:KyLee's inspiration behind the Outlaw Hearts series and her newest book, The Bounty Hunter's Surrender.Balancing writing with being a preschool teacher and mom of three.Recognizing burnout and learning to ask for help.How reading excellent books sharpens her writing.Her book flight features historical romance series.Behind the scenes of cohosting the Historical Bookworm Show.Connect with KyLee:WebsiteInstagramFacebookShow NotesSome links are affiliate links, which are no extra cost to you but do help to support the show.Books and authors mentioned in the episode:Jodie Hedlund's booksTamara Lee's booksOf Silver and Secrets by Michelle GriepThe Curator's Daughter by Melanie DobsonWhispers of Fortune by Mary ConnealyBook FlightA Noble Scheme by Rosanna M. WhiteOf Gold and Shadows by Michelle GriepTo Kiss a Knight by Grace HitchcockDessert PairingThe Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth BrowerSupport the showBe sure to join the Bookish Flights community on social media. Happy listening! Instagram Facebook Website

James Hogg's ghoulish metaphysical crime novel 'The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner' (1824) was presented as a found documented dating from the 17th century, describing in different voices the path to devilry of an antinomian Calvinist, Robert Wringhim. Mikhail Bulgakov's 'The Master and Margarita', written between 1928 and 1940, also hinges around a pact with Satan (Woland), who arrives in Moscow to create mayhem among its literary community and helps reunite an outcast writer, the Master, with his lover, Margarita. In this episode, Marina and Adam look at the ways in which these two ferocious works of comic horror tackle the challenge of representing fanaticism, be it Calvinism or Bolshevism, and consider why both writers used the fantastical to test reality. Non-subscribers will only hear an extract from this episode. To listen to the full episode, and all our other Close Readings series, subscribe: Directly in Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lrb.me/applecrff⁠ In other podcast apps: ⁠https://lrb.me/closereadingsff Further reading in the LRB: Liam McIlvanney on James Hogg: ⁠https://www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v26/n22/liam-mcilvanney/about-myself⁠ Michael Wood on Bulgakov: ⁠https://www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v19/n20/michael-wood/sympathy-for-the-devil

Fiction and Comedy - Evagation Media

Alex and Rhiannon are very moved in today's episode, stuffed with Glastonbury, the meaning of life, the universe and everything. Rhiannon explores the hidden role of women in warfare, specifically the Vietnam War in Kristin Hannah's The Women. Alex dives into folklore and sapphic relationships in Song of the Huntress. Rhiannon is thinking about the abuse and use of psychedelics in treating trauma in Nine Perfect Strangers and Alex is crying about Hunter Gatherers. A great episode! Show NotesSelf Esteem at Glastonbury and Truck FestSelf Esteem on Off Menu PodcastThe Falmouth BooksellerRubicund BooksSong of the Huntress by Lucy HollandBreaking the Glass SlipperThe Buried Giant by Kazuo IshiguroThe Women by Kristin HannahThis Is UsThe Carrier Bag Theory of Fiction by Ursula Le GuinNine Perfect Strangers by Liane MoriartyThe Goop LabDouglas Adam's The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

A son retour de Guyane, le colonel Hubert de Guerlasse apprend que Zorbec Legras l'a demandé plusieurs fois au téléphone : ce dernier demande une rançon !***Fiction radiophonique de Pierre Dac et Louis Rognoni - Producteur : Jean Bardin - Réalisateur : Jean Wilfrid Garrett - Avec : Héléna Bossis, Roger Carel, Pierre Dac, Claude Dasset, Jean Piat, Paul Préboist, Lawrence Riesner et Alain Rolland - Première diffusion : 26/09/1967 sur France Inter - Un podcast INA.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Le colonel Hubert de Guerlasse a finalement récupéré les frères Jules et Raphaël Fauderche. Tous trois se retrouvent à Paris, dans le bureau du colonel, pour une explication.***Fiction radiophonique de Pierre Dac et Louis Rognoni - Producteur : Jean Bardin - Réalisateur : Jean Wilfrid Garrett - Avec : Héléna Bossis, Roger Carel, Pierre Dac, Claude Dasset, Jean Piat, Paul Préboist, Lawrence Riesner et Alain Rolland - Première diffusion : 28/09/1967 sur France Inter - Un podcast INA.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Les deux frères Fauderche vont maintenant devoir superviser les deux fausses bases secrètes du Colonel. Le chef du SDUC s'est bien gardé de leur signifier le réel objet de leur mission. ***Fiction radiophonique de Pierre Dac et Louis Rognoni - Producteur : Jean Bardin - Réalisateur : Jean Wilfrid Garrett - Avec : Héléna Bossis, Roger Carel, Pierre Dac, Claude Dasset, Jean Piat, Paul Préboist, Lawrence Riesner et Alain Rolland - Première diffusion : 29/09/1967 sur France Inter - Un podcast INA.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Les deux frères Fauderche reprennent du service. Ils prennent leur ordre de mission auprès de Mademoiselle Trouscotte. ***Fiction radiophonique de Pierre Dac et Louis Rognoni - Producteur : Jean Bardin - Réalisateur : Jean Wilfrid Garrett - Avec : Héléna Bossis, Roger Carel, Pierre Dac, Claude Dasset, Jean Piat, Paul Préboist, Lawrence Riesner et Alain Rolland - Première diffusion : 02/10/1967 sur France Inter - Un podcast INA.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The Relic Radio Show begins with Prince Of Foxes, from The Screen Director's Playhouse. That story originally aired January 4, 1951. (60:05) We conclude with The Second Shot, the March 25, 1954, broadcast from Escape. https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/RelicRadio952.mp3 Download RelicRadio952 | Subscribe | Spotify | Support The Relic Radio Show

In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm so excited to welcome Emily Oster, renowned economist, bestselling author, and professor at Brown University. You probably know her from her popular books Expecting Better, Cribsheet, and The Family Firm. Today, Emily joins me to take on “10 Fertility Myths: Fact or Fiction,” and we're diving into what the data really says. We're breaking down some of the most common beliefs about fertility—things like alcohol and caffeine use, stress, age, male fertility, and when to see a specialist. Emily is known for her clear and evidence-based approach to decision-making, and I know you're going to walk away from this conversation feeling more informed, supported, and empowered. In this episode, we cover: Whether alcohol and caffeine really impact fertility How timing sex and managing stress play into conception When it's time to see a fertility specialist The truth about age-related fertility decline Common myths around male fertility and sperm quality How to use data in making fertility decisions Emily's expansion of ParentData.org to support those TTC   Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. Do you have questions about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 4 pm PST, where I'll explain IVF and Egg Freezing, and answer your questions live on Zoom. Other ways to connect with me: Visit my YouTube channel for more fertility tipsSubscribe to the newsletter to get updatesJoin Egg Whisperer SchoolRequest a Consultation with Dr. Aimee Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well-known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

Welcome back to East Haven, home of the modern superhero! Heroics in the city weren't always as straightforward as they are today, and our heroes have the scars to prove it. But an apocalypse once buried is starting to slip free, and they'll have to set aside their differences to stop it in ISSUE #01: A CRACK IN THE WORLD.   Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unexploredcast Follow us on Tumblr: https://unexploredcast.tumblr.com/ Art by Ben Prevas Music by Andrew: https://andrewperricone.bandcamp.com/ Transcripts: https://unexploredcast.tumblr.com/transcripts Molotov College by W. H. Arthur: https://aryl-ether.itch.io/molotov-college

Send us a textFRESH FROM PATREON!!! As a special treat, please take a listen to the first episode of a side quest you can find only on our Patreon, along with so many other bonus features! This one here is us trying out Silverplate: a Delicious Take On DnD 5E! A Campaign Setting and Adventure Saga that includes edible and tasty player options, and adventures! It's a dnd expansion set where we play food people instead of the regular races in dnd, which was SO much fun. Alissa plays a seductive cup of tea, Andrew a buff and egotistical energy drink, and Dalton a quick-witted popsicle (that's right, we've got someone else in the DM chair, Michael!) Give it a listen :)Support the show

Fiction, True Crime and Society & Culture - Mercury

On this episode, Sandra and Kasey are chatting with Ke, known as EldritchLibertine on AO3 and tumblr. Ke's watched Supernatural for years but only recently dived into SPN fandom and writing about the show's characters. Sandra discovered one of Ke's fics, Celestial Requiem (OFC x Castiel), which tackled the considerable undertaking of weaving her OFC throughout show seasons. Her focus on the theme of family and spotlighting Bobby hooked Sandra in from the start. Have a listen to learn about Ke's Supernatural journey, her writing style and methods, as well as her most recent favorite blorbo (no, it's neither brother nor Castiel). You can find Ke and her writing on tumblr and AO3!~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can't be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind the scenes perks!We've got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)  ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:01:42 - Finding Ke's fiction in Idling Discord00:03:21 - Ke's intro to Supernatural00:12:11 - Has Ke ever noped out of a show?00:14:33 - Sanity break between seasons?00:16:06 - Getting through S1000:17:19 - Least and most favorite seasons00:18:20 - Fave Lucifer vessel00:21:10 - Ke's favorite brother00:25:40 - Favorite show characters00:28:29 - SPN fandom experience00:31:28 - The Cas switch00:36:56 - Ke's love of writing00:37:32 - Twilight tangent00:41:19 - The fragile but fierce theory crumbles00:43:53 - The decision to write an OFC into canon00:47:32 - How to keep canon on track00:48:38 - Summarizing Celestial Requiem00:54:07 - The Mary Sue trap00:59:05 - Speed Reading and Aphantasia01:04:50 - Speed write, too?01:08:46 - Reader audience01:14:57 - Writing process01:18:53 - Is Ke satisfied with what she posts?01:21:21 - Comments change the plot mid-posting?01:24:07 - OC all the way?01:31:47 - Kasey's questions01:40:37 - Ke's final advice to writers01:42:47 - Final thoughts and outro

Sunday Morning Live 29 June 2025In this episode, I explore the nature of inner dialogue and its impact on empathy and communication. I reveal that many individuals operate without an inner monologue, prompting discussions on understanding differing perspectives in conflicts. We also examine the development of children's inner dialogue through questioning, the role of fiction in fostering empathy, and the challenges posed by “weaponized empathy.” Personal anecdotes highlight the importance of literature in shaping our understanding of human behavior. Ultimately, I emphasize the value of cultivating inner dialogue to enhance self-awareness and improve our relationships.The livestream continues to a donor-only hour! Subscribers can continue the livestream here:Premium Content Hub: https://premium.freedomain.com/1791fba9/people-with-no-inner-dialogueLocals: https://freedomain.locals.com/post/7066663/people-with-no-inner-dialogue-donor-hourSubscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/posts/1938386Freedomain Members: https://freedomain.com/people-with-no-inner-dialogue-donor-hour/FOLLOW ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxNot yet a subscriber? You can join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2025

Relic Radio Science Fiction features a story from SF '68 this week. From March 8, 1968, here's their story, Survival. Listen to more from SF '68 https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/SciFi887.mp3 Download SciFi887 | 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.

Every Sunday Night Carolyne Prevost, Jamie Latimer and Scott Switzer talk about all the news in the CrossFit Space.  This week we talk about the Pit Fitness Ranch holding the Teen Throwdown, Tia Announces she is Going for number 8, Brent Fikowski announces a standard movement database to use for competition, pluss we do some quick hit news of the week and play another round of Fact or Fiction.

For our June episode on books, we, the CPT staff, have been reading:JD Vance, Hillbilly Elegy (2016)Rémi Brague, Kingdom of Man: Genesis and Failure of the Modern Project, (2018)Elizabeth Goudge, The Dean's Watch, (2012)

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Robin on the Oak Throne: "Gentleman in the streets, freak in the sheets." So. There are monsters. The main characters are based out of New York, but we're not starting in NYC in book 2. We're starting off somewhere else, and we're stealing something. No, not one of the things we need, stealing something else for reassssons. There are memories wrapped up in nightmares capped off with spells, and therapy. No really. There's also parties, theater, an auction, a Queen, two men fighting over the same women, and a man desperate to get back into fairy. WHEW. Oh, a wedding and two major heists, and a tree cult. Did you get all that? Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they unwind all of the plot threads that make up The Robin on the Oak Throne. Jessica Marie has A LOT to say and Laura Marie is frustrated by The Pattern. There's a lot going on. "Voracious fingering." TW / CW: domestic violence For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/ Spoilers: The Robin on the Oak Throne by K.A. Linde and The Wren in the Holly Library by K.A. Linde. Mentions: ACOFAS (A Court of Frost and Starlight) by by Sarah J. Maas (SJM) and ACOSF (A Court of Silver Flames) by Sarah J. Maas (SJM), Shadowhunters Chronicles by Cassandra Clare (Cassie Clare), Kingdom of the Wick by Kerri Maniscalco, Den of Vipers *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/) at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks! TikTok: ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura?) ( https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura) ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica?) (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica) Instagram: @ACOFAEpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/) https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/ @ACOFAELaura (https://www.instagram.com/acofaelaura/) https://www.instagram.com/acofaelaura/

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We’re diving back into the comics this week and reading: Marvel The High Republic #11-15 IDW The High Republic Adventures #8-13 The Edge of Balance manga vol. 2 Marvel Trail of Shadows #1-5 Marvel Eye of the Storm #1-2 Join us as well discuss the large cast of High Republic characters, anchor points in the […]

It's another fabulous Fiction Pop-Up with writing coach, Candice L. Davis.  We discuss books set in the American South dealing with difficult themes in richly layered prose, as well as a tale of artists who met in ‘90s London + reconnect during the COVID lockdown.  The books have it all - compelling characters, powerful storytelling and an unexpected coincidence that irked the reviewers. Most odd.  Look for more Fiction Pop-Ups – they're roughly every other month. Books discussed in this episode: The Trees - Percival Everett James - Percival Everett If I Had Your Face - Frances Cha Sing, Unburied, Sing - Jesmyn Ward Blue Ruin - Hari Kunzru Candice's Website:  candiceldavis.com Candice's Podcast:  Nothing but the Words Candice's Instagram: instagram.com/candiceldavis ==== If you'd like my help with your Business go to www.lizscully.com/endlessClients ==== And don't forget to get your reading list of the 10 essential reads for every successful biz owner - these are the books Liz recommends almost on the daily to her strategy + Mastermind clients. This isn't your usual list of biz books, these answer the challenges you've actually got coming up right now. Helpful, quick to read and very timely. Click here lizscully.com/reading to get your book list

⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technologyhttps://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com _____________________________This Episode's SponsorsBlackCloak provides concierge cybersecurity protection to corporate executives and high-net-worth individuals to protect against hacking, reputational loss, financial loss, and the impacts of a corporate data breach.BlackCloak:  https://itspm.ag/itspbcweb_____________________________Robbie, From Fiction to Familiar — Robots, AI, and the Illusion of Consciousness June 29, 2025A new transmission from Musing On Society and Technology Newsletter, by Marco CiappelliI recently revisited one of my oldest companions. Not a person, not a memory, but a story. Robbie, the first of Isaac Asimov's famous robot tales.It's strange how familiar words can feel different over time. I first encountered Robbie as a teenager in the 1980s, flipping through a paperback copy of I, Robot. Back then, it was pure science fiction. The future felt distant, abstract, and comfortably out of reach. Robots existed mostly in movies and imagination. Artificial intelligence was something reserved for research labs or the pages of speculative novels. Reading Asimov was a window into possibilities, but they remained possibilities.Today, the story feels different. I listened to it this time—the way I often experience books now—through headphones, narrated by a synthetic voice on a sleek device Asimov might have imagined, but certainly never held. And yet, it wasn't the method of delivery that made the story resonate more deeply; it was the world we live in now.Robbie was first published in 1939, a time when the idea of robots in everyday life was little more than fantasy. Computers were experimental machines that filled entire rooms, and global attention was focused more on impending war than machine ethics. Against that backdrop, Asimov's quiet, philosophical take on robotics was ahead of its time.Rather than warning about robot uprisings or technological apocalypse, Asimov chose to explore trust, projection, and the human tendency to anthropomorphize the tools we create. Robbie, the robot, is mute, mechanical, yet deeply present. He is a protector, a companion, and ultimately, an emotional anchor for a young girl named Gloria. He doesn't speak. He doesn't pretend to understand. But through his actions—loyalty, consistency, quiet presence—he earns trust.Those themes felt distant when I first read them in the '80s. At that time, robots were factory tools, AI was theoretical, and society was just beginning to grapple with personal computers, let alone intelligent machines. The idea of a child forming a deep emotional bond with a robot was thought-provoking but belonged firmly in the realm of fiction.Listening to Robbie now, decades later, in the age of generative AI, alters everything. Today, machines talk to us fluently. They compose emails, generate artwork, write stories, even simulate empathy. Our interactions with technology are no longer limited to function; they are layered with personality, design, and the subtle performance of understanding.Yet beneath the algorithms and predictive models, the reality remains: these machines do not understand us. They generate language, simulate conversation, and mimic comprehension, but it's an illusion built from probability and training data, not consciousness. And still, many of us choose to believe in that illusion—sometimes out of convenience, sometimes out of the innate human desire for connection.In that context, Robbie's silence feels oddly honest. He doesn't offer comfort through words or simulate understanding. His presence alone is enough. There is no performance. No manipulation. Just quiet, consistent loyalty.The contrast between Asimov's fictional robot and today's generative AI highlights a deeper societal tension. For decades, we've anthropomorphized our machines, giving them names, voices, personalities. We've designed interfaces to smile, chatbots to flirt, AI assistants that reassure us they “understand.” At the same time, we've begun to robotize ourselves, adapting to algorithms, quantifying emotions, shaping our behavior to suit systems designed to optimize interaction and efficiency.This two-way convergence was precisely what Asimov spoke about in his 1965 BBC interview, which has been circulating again recently. In that conversation, he didn't just speculate about machines becoming more human-like. He predicted the merging of biology and technology, the slow erosion of the boundaries between human and machine—a hybrid species, where both evolve toward a shared, indistinct future.We are living that reality now, in subtle and obvious ways. Neural implants, mind-controlled prosthetics, AI-driven decision-making, personalized algorithms—all shaping the way we experience life and interact with the world. The convergence isn't on the horizon; it's happening in real time.What fascinates me, listening to Robbie in this new context, is how much of Asimov's work wasn't just about technology, but about us. His stories remain relevant not because he perfectly predicted machines, but because he perfectly understood human nature—our fears, our projections, our contradictions.In Robbie, society fears the unfamiliar machine, despite its proven loyalty. In 2025, we embrace machines that pretend to understand, despite knowing they don't. Trust is no longer built through presence and action, but through the performance of understanding. The more fluent the illusion, the easier it becomes to forget what lies beneath.Asimov's stories, beginning with Robbie, have always been less about the robots and more about the human condition reflected through them. That hasn't changed. But listening now, against the backdrop of generative AI and accelerated technological evolution, they resonate with new urgency.I'll leave you with one of Asimov's most relevant observations, spoken nearly sixty years ago during that same 1965 interview:“The saddest aspect of life right now is that science gathers knowledge faster than society gathers wisdom.”In many ways, we've fulfilled Asimov's vision—machines that speak, systems that predict, tools that simulate. But the question of wisdom, of how we navigate this illusion of consciousness, remains wide open.And, as a matter of fact, this reflection doesn't end here. If today's machines can already mimic understanding—convincing us they comprehend more than they do—what happens when the line between biology and technology starts to dissolve completely? When carbon and silicon, organic and artificial, begin to merge for real?That conversation deserves its own space—and it will. One of my next newsletters will dive deeper into that inevitable convergence—the hybrid future Asimov hinted at, where defining what's human, what's machine, and what exists in-between becomes harder, messier, and maybe impossible to untangle.But that's a conversation for another day.For now, I'll sit with that thought, and with Robbie's quiet, unpretentious loyalty, as the conversation continues.Until next time,Marco_________________________________________________

Here we are for episode 775! In which The Birthday Twins are reunited to discuss another of their favourite Australian series, The Young Doctors (1976-1983). Our next episode, #776 sees more mystery emerge about the origins of Scraffy The Robot Bear; he may have been badly damaged during episode 750 - but could there be hope of recovery? Do join us! Email us at shyyeti@yahoo.co.uk if you have comments - you can even send a sound-file and I'll include it. The music is by Shy Yeti, Muffleyontour, Luca and Udio. Sound effects by Paul C and Soundbible. Logo by Owen O and Shy Yeti. All other content is Copyright Paul Chandler, 2025. Episode 775 was recorded on the 26th of May 2025.

The Wandering Tavern presents:  "The Guanche, the Iguana and the Kidnapping of Anita Brown" by Angelique Fawns. Narrated by Maddy Wilson! Check out Angelique's substack at angeliquemfawns.substack.com Find more of her weird fiction at in Mystery Tribune, Amazing Stories, and Space & Time! Visit thewanderingtavern.com! Follow @TWTavern on Instagram! Interested in featuring your work? Email: teller@thewanderingtavern.com or visit The Wandering Tavern Podcast.

Taking a break from our regular scheduled programming to announce a special project that has been in the works for two years now: The Voices of 100 Women.Two years ago, we said yes to something wild, beautiful, and bold.We made a promise to 100 women across the globe.A promise to give them something the world often withholds, a chance.A scholarship to write their solo book.To publish it. Launch it. Own their story.To be seen. To be heard. To be remembered.We called it The Voices of 100 Women, but it's become so much more.It's a revolution in storytelling.It's what happens when you give women the pen and they write their truth in ink.These women?Courageous. Unfiltered. Unapologetic.They've written about heartbreak and healing.About joy and grief. Fiction and real life pain.From sci-fi to self-help, romance to recipes, they poured their souls onto these pages.Not for likes. Not for clout.But because they knew deep down:Their voice. Their story. Their truth matters.And now,We get to show the world what happens when women rise together.

Summoned by a young woman, Falk returns to a mysterious estate in Shropshire that simultaneously exists in Parabellum Heights. Will Falk foil the royal kidnapping plot? How does the outcome of this adventure hinge on the undergarments of rodents? Listen to find out!On Her Majesty's Secret Scamper, episode 133 of This Gun in My Hand, was governed by Rob Northrup. This episode and all others are available on Youtube with automatically-generated closed captions of dialog. Visit http://ThisGuninMyHand.blogspot.com for credits, show notes, archives, and to buy my books, such as Sisyphus, Eat Your Heart Out, available in paperback and ebook from Amazon. What do I dip in the water to propel a longship? This Gun in My Hand!Show Notes:1. Melinda challenged me: “The ultimate would be [an episode about] Hamster Panties brought to you by Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling.”2. Yes, Penelope is named after the character from the animated series Hamtaro, released in the US in 2002. 3. Why does “Card Sense” Jimmy Barnes sound like a bad Ronald Coleman impression in episode 95, but like a bad Christopher Connelly impression in this episode? Because just like that other action hero known for his skill with cards, the character is sometimes British and other times American.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQJOAiukFkI4. Falk's earlier dalliance at Vulverwood Hall and the first appearance of Miss Carlotta Shaywood were in episode 108, “Zildjian's Away to Shropshire.” If you can't get enough hamster adventures, listen to episode 78, “Speed Detective.” Or “The Hamster Caper of Curtis Cleever,” a 1979 episode of Sears Radio Theater narrated by Cicely Tyson.https://archive.org/download/sears-radio-theatre_202008/790628%20104%20The%20Hamster%20Caper%20of%20Curtis%20Cleever.mp3According to Wikipedia, the anthology series had a different theme for each night of the week, and a different host. Tyson hosted “Love and Hate Nights” on Thursdays.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sears_Radio_Theater5. Shropshire borders Wales so I spent an extra few minutes finding bird call ambience recorded in Wales for the bit while they're in Shropshire, and North Devon bird calls for the bit talking about Hemsford pansies. Credits:The opening music clip was from The Sun Sets at Dawn (1950), and the closing music was from Killer Bait (1949), both films in the public domain. Most of the music and sound effects used in the episode are modified or incomplete versions of the originals.Sound Effect Title: R23-42-Rowing or Rapids.wav by craigsmith License: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/s/480844/ Sound Effect Title: (Simulated) Underwater boat oar sounds by jay_mar License: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/s/561314/ Sound Effect Title: CRWDBatl_Crowd Grunting, Exerting, Metered, Rowing_ShaneVincent_GSC24_BIN-AmbeoVR.wav by ShangusBurger License: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/s/763939/ Sound Effect Title: R27-37-Metal Clanks and Hits.wav by craigsmithLicense: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/s/486295/ Sound Effect Title: R29-39-Chinese Screams in Battle.wav by craigsmithLicense: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/s/479582/Sound Effect Title: R28-51-1940s Hollywood Japanese Soldiers Scream.wav by craigsmith License: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/s/482804/ Sound Effect Title: R28-44-Women Screaming and Rapid Talking.wav by craigsmithLicense: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/people/craigsmith/sounds/479894/Sound Effect Title: Car_motor_Sound.m4a License: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/people/Blizzard123/sounds/504633/#Sound Effect Title: Squeaky Car Door by colturesLicense: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/s/262325/ Sound Effect Title: Screeching Tyres by iainmccurdyLicense: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0https://freesound.org/s/650934/ Sound Effect Title: Margam Park Bird Song (processed) by g.strange42License: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0https://freesound.org/s/684191/ Song Title: Wassail Song, aka Here We Come A-wassailingPerformed by the chorus of U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own", led by Colonel Thomas Rotondi, Jr. (Leader & Commander) and CSM Debra L. McGarity (Command Sergeant Major) c. 2010.License: Public Domainhttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:U.S._Army_Band_-_Here_We_Come_A-wassailing.oggSound Effect Title: North Devon Birds - Summer 2015 by nluxLicense: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0https://freesound.org/s/625889/ Sound Effect Title: Footsteps on gravel by Joozz License: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0https://freesound.org/people/Joozz/sounds/531952/Sound Effect Title: Gun Fire by GoodSoundForYouLicense: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0http://soundbible.com/1998-Gun-Fire.htmlThe image accompanying this episode uses modified details from Pep Comics (Number 66 , March 1948, pencils and inks by Bill Woggon), and Marmaduke Mouse (Number 11, Winter 1948, artist unknown), both comics in the public domain. You can view full issues of both at digitalcomicmuseum.com. Image Alt text: Comic book line drawing of a brunette female paper doll wearing a black and yellow striped bikini top and some kind of matching wrap around her waist. Around the edges are costumes that can be used on the paper doll including cowgirl, majorette, Arabian dancing girl, blue dress and harlequin outfit. Also the main paper doll has the face of a cartoon mouse.

What's the Word: Eco; News Items: Vaccinating the World, How Children vs AI Acquire Language, Vera Rubin Observatory, Visible Nova, Effects of Chat GPT on the Brain; Who's That Noisy; Name That Logical Fallacy; Science or Fiction

Barry's new novel, ‘The System' ... CIA lessons & seeing like a Martian ... Fiction, empathy, and geopolitics ... No cartoon villains ... How power really works in DC ... Feinstein vs. Brennan: the 'sit down' ... Why we excuse ourselves ... Jobs, jets & hidden threats ... The problem with the House ... Valeria's dilemma: bend or break ... How power corrupts ... Humiliation and geopolitics ...

Barry's new novel, ‘The System' ... CIA lessons & seeing like a Martian ... Fiction, empathy, and geopolitics ... No cartoon villains ... How power really works in DC ... Feinstein vs. Brennan: the 'sit down' ... Why we excuse ourselves ... Jobs, jets & hidden threats ... The problem with the House ... Valeria's dilemma: bend or break ... How power corrupts ... Humiliation and geopolitics ...

632. Chip Lococo discusses his novel, The Devil's Jazz:
A Gripping Historical Thriller of Murder, Music, and Madness in 1918 New Orleans, about the infamous Axman of New Orleans. “They have never caught me and they never will... I have been, am, and will be the worst spirit that ever existed either in fact or the realm of fancy.” — The Axman       In the haunted heart of New Orleans, as World War I draws to a close, a sinister presence stalks the streets. A brutal serial killer—known only as the Axman—emerges from the shadows, targeting the city's Sicilian immigrant community with chilling precision. Inspired by true events, The Devil's Jazz resurrects one of America's most disturbing unsolved murder cases in a city steeped in music, mystery, and myth. Retired detective Giancarlo Rabito is pulled back into the darkness when the killings begin. The press fans hysteria. The public panics. And when the Axman sends a blood-chilling letter to the newspapers — promising death unless every home plays jazz on a chosen night — the city answers with a desperate and defiant flood of music.       Chip LoCoco was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he attended Jesuit High School and received his BA degree from Loyola University in 1990 with a concentration in History. He then went on to receive his JD degree from Loyola University Law School in 1993 and joined his father's firm, Many & LoCoco, after being sworn in as an attorney in October, 1993. 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! This week in the Louisiana Anthology. Julie Kane, poet laureate of Louisiana, 2011-2013. “Moonrise on the Cane River.” "The moon is a surprised white face over the darkening river Even before a pair of blue-grey wings swoops down Between the O of its mouth and the O of a surfacing fish, And the phone rings, and it's you in Baton Rouge Grilling a silver catfish and staring at the moon." This week in Louisiana history. June 28, 1861. First Civil War battle engagement for Louisiana Tigers, at Seneca Dam on Potomac River. This week in New Orleans history. Hurricane Audrey. June 28, 1957. On June 27, the Hurricane Audrey reached peak sustained winds of 145 mph, making it a major hurricane. Without decreasing windspeed, it made landfall between the mouth of the Sabine River and Cameron, Louisiana the following day. Audrey killed at least 416 people, the majority of which were in Cameron Parish. This week in Louisiana. Essence Fest July 3-6, 2025 Various venues New Orleans, LA     What began in 1995 as a one-time event to celebrate Essence Magazine's 25th anniversary has blossomed into an annual festival, which has welcomed hundreds of thousands of guests to the Crescent City each year over the past two decades. Often referred to as “a party with a purpose,” the Essence Festival of Culture promotes, celebrates, and explores health & wellness, spirituality, beauty & style, food, community & culture, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and much more within the African American community.     Attendees are invited to engage in panel discussions, shopping, meet-and-greets, activities, and of course, nonstop live music featuring some of the best in R&B, soul, funk, gospel, and hip-hop each and every Fourth of July weekend.     Essence Fest returns for its 31st year from July 3-6, 2025. Lineups will be announced closer to the event, but past headliners include Janet Jackson, Charlie Wilson, Usher, and Birdman & Friends, who will also honor three decades of Cash Money Millionaires. 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. 

Song 1: “Speak Up,” (composed and performed by John V. Modaff, with guitars by Dan Modaff and Dave Merrill)Poem 1: “Sound Barrier” by Scott Wiggerman from the “Fire” chapter of Presence (San Antonio TX: Pecan Grove Press, 2011), a book arranged around the elements.Fiction excerpt: from the novel Death of a Department Chair by Lynn C. Miller. University of Wisconsin Press, 2006. https://uwpress.wisc.edu/Books/D/Death-of-a-Department-Chair Feed the cat break: “Cats, Cats, Cats” (Andrew Preston and AP Harbor)Poem 2: from ee cummings, poem #22 from XAIPE, 1950. This innovative modern poet (1894-1962) revitalized language from the familiar. He was also a painter, essayist, author, and playwright.Song 2: “Tell Me,” composed and performed by John V. Modaff.Episode artwork by Lynda Miller Theme & Incidental Music by John V. Modaff, BMI Recorded in Albuquerque NM and Morehead KY. Produced at The Creek Studio NEXT UP on Episode 50: “Levity and Gravity”        Thank You to our listeners all over the world. Please tell your friends about the podcast. Lynn & John

The guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Michelle O'Neil, author of the book Dog Park. Michelle also authored the memoir Daughter of the Drunk at the Bar. She has a background as a freelance writer in Washington DC, and her work has been featured in Literary Mama, Brain Child, Age of Autism, The Bark!, Cool Cleveland, and other publications. She is an RN, BSN, and teaches yoga in a large retirement community in SC.   In her book review, guest-host Carole O'Neill stated Dog Park: Tales of Heartbreak, Laughter, Community and Hope is a wonderful contemporary fiction. You don't even have to like dogs to enjoy this book. Every time I drive by the dog park in our neighborhood, I try to imagine the stories playing out among the owners.   Michelle has captured the socialization happening within those fences. From widows using the park to prevent an otherwise lonely afternoon, to the young girl escaping the abuse of her father, each story will make you realize there is more going on than what first meets the eye. The optimism, strength and sadness I read about throughout the book gave me a new outlook on the pet owners who spend time at the park – an actual community behind the gate.   O'Neil's characters are engaging, full of engaging backstories. I haven't had a dog for many years, but this book has given me a reason to revisit that decision.   Subscribe to Online for Authors to learn about more great books! https://www.youtube.com/@onlineforauthors?sub_confirmation=1   Join the Novels N Latte Book Club community to discuss this and other books with like-minded readers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3576519880426290   You can follow Author Michelle O'Neil Website: michelleoneilauthor.com IG: @michelleoneilauthor TikTok: @michelleoneilauthor FB: @Michelle O'Neil, Writer   Purchase Dog Park on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/43U2UMO Ebook: https://amzn.to/4dX3lKL   Teri M Brown, Author and Podcast Host: https://www.terimbrown.com FB: @TeriMBrownAuthor IG: @terimbrown_author X: @terimbrown1   Want to be a guest on Online for Authors? Send Teri M Brown a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/onlineforauthors   #michelleoneil #dogpark #contemporaryfiction #terimbrownauthor #authorpodcast #onlineforauthors #characterdriven #researchjunkie #awardwinningauthor #podcasthost #podcast #readerpodcast #bookpodcast #writerpodcast #author #books #goodreads #bookclub #fiction #writer #bookreview *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

The Dragon's voice has echoed through the room, the temperature has dropped and the sconces have been blown out. Forced to scramble in the dark, Rou hears a low rumbling nearby and extends his senses to try and gauge Mongo's mood. When Mongo makes an angered exclamation, Trix responds by firing an arrow toward where they believe the creature is. They're successful, and an explosion briefly lights up the room to expose Mongo's position.Eight scolds Mongo for their actions, and in response Mongo swings their large chained weapon. Rou is lucky enough to dodge the attack, but Mongo's shift to face the group reveals a pair of glowing eyes in the dark. Rou tries to help Cela who, despite her weakened state, does her best to assist the group. Eight, realizing what the glowing eyes mean, takes an opportunity to force Erdir's control from Mongo's mind. The air warms a little and the lights rekindle to reveal a shocking surprise.Follow Dax @gmdax, Kappa @TheKappaChris, Sebastian @sebastianyue 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!

Chris is joined by rpg writer and Black Library writer, Chris Allen In this episode, they discuss; Writing game fiction, Warmachine, Warhammer AoS, and enjoying painted armies.   Find Chris' work here DriveThruRPG DriveThruRPG Black Library   Music by Muzaproduction from Pixabay

Pria Anand speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her story “The Elephant's Child,” which appears in The Common's spring issue. The piece is a vivid retelling of a Hindu myth, the origin story of the elephant-headed god Ganesh. Pria talks about the process of writing and revising many versions of this ancient myth, why she felt inspired by it, and how her literary writing intersects with her career as a neurologist. Pria also discusses her debut book, The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains, out this month from Simon & Schuster. The book explores how story and storytelling can illuminate the rich, complex gray areas within the science of the brain, weaving case study, history, fable, and memoir. Pria Anand is a neurologist and the author of The Mind Electric, out from Simon & Schuster in the U.S. and Little, Brown in the U.K. Her stories and essays have appeared in the Los Angeles Review of Books, Time Magazine, The Boston Globe, The Washington Post, The New York Times, Ploughshares, and elsewhere. She is a graduate of Yale University and Stanford Medical School, and she trained in neurology, neuro-infectious diseases, and neuroimmunology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and the Massachusetts General Hospital. She is now an Assistant Professor of Neurology at the Boston University School of Medicine, and she cares for patients at the Boston Medical Center. ­­Read Prias's story “The Elephant's Child” in The Common at thecommononline.org/the-elephants-child. Order The Mind Electric in all formats via Simon & Schuster at simonandschuster.com/books/The-Mind-Electric/. Learn more about Pria at www.priaanand.com. 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 at thecommononline.org, and follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook. Emily Everett is managing editor of the magazine and host of the podcast. Her new debut novel All That Life Can Afford is the Reese's Book Club pick for April 2025. 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

What does climate have to do with theology and where does storytelling come in? Today, we sat down with Dr. Everett Hamner to talk about his interdisciplinary journey at Regent, and how it has shaped his interests in ecotheology, climate literature, and responding to the very real crisis we are facing globally as a result of our consumption. By delving into stories that create and envision alternative futures, such as Playground by Richard Powers, Everett weaves together science, faith and art to engage us with realistic and truthful approaches to these big issues. If you're interested in learning more, join us from July 7-11 for “Climate Theology and Storytelling.”Everett's BioDr. Everett Hamner is a Professor of English at Western Illinois University (WIU), where he has been a faculty member since 2008. He holds a Master of Christian Studies from Regent College and a Ph.D. in English from the University of Iowa, completed in 2008. Dr. Hamner's interdisciplinary academic background encompasses literature, science, and religion. His research interests include American literature, speculative fiction, and the intersections of science and religion in contemporary culture. He is the author of Editing the Soul: Science and Fiction in the Genome Age, which examines the portrayal of genetics in literature and popular media. Summer Listener SurveyPlease fill out our Listener Survey before the end of July for the opportunity to win a $100 Regent College Bookstore Gift Card.Regent College Podcast Thanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Keep in Touch Regent College Summer Programs Regent College Newsletter

Ever since Franz Anton Mesmer induced trance-like states in his Parisian subjects in the late eighteenth century, dressed in long purple robes, hypnosis has been associated with performance, power and the occult.  It has exerted a powerful hold over the cultural imagination, featuring in novels and films including Bram Stoker's Dracula and George du Maurier's Trilby - and it was even practiced by Charles Dickens himself.But despite some debate within the medical establishment about the scientific validity of hypnosis, it continues to be used today as a successful treatment for physical and psychological conditions. Scientists are also using hypnosis to learn more about the power of suggestion and belief. With: Catherine Wynne, Reader in Victorian and Early Twentieth-Century Literature and Visual Cultures at the University of HullDevin Terhune, Reader in Experimental Psychology at King's College LondonAndQuinton Deeley, Consultant Neuropsychiatrist at the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, and Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience at King's College London, where he leads the Cultural and Social Neuroscience Research Group.Producer: Eliane GlaserReading list:Henri F. Ellenberger, The Discovery of the Unconscious: The History and Evolution of Dynamic Psychiatry (Vol. 1, Basic Books, 1970)William Hughes, That Devil's Trick: Hypnotism and the Victorian Popular Imagination (Manchester University Press, 2015)Asti Hustvedt, Medical Muses: Hysteria in Nineteenth-Century Paris (Bloomsbury, 2011)Fred Kaplan, Dickens and Mesmerism: The Hidden Springs of Fiction (first published 1975; Princeton University Press, 2017)Wendy Moore, The Mesmerist: The Society Doctor Who Held Victorian London Spellbound (Weidenfeld and Nicolson, 2017)Michael R. Nash and Amanda J. Barnier (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Hypnosis Theory, Research, and Practice (Oxford University Press, 2012)Judith Pintar and Steven Jay Lynn, Hypnosis: A Brief History (John Wiley & Sons, 2008)Amir Raz, The Suggestible Brain: The Science and Magic of How We Make Up Our Minds (Balance, 2024)Robin Waterfield, Hidden Depths: The Story of Hypnosis (Pan, 2004) Alison Winter, Mesmerized: Powers of Mind in Victorian Britain (Chicago University Press, 1998) Fiction: Thomas Mann, Mario and the Magician: & other stories (first published 1930; Vintage Classics, 1996)George du Maurier, Trilby (first published 1894; Penguin Classics, 1994)Bram Stoker, Dracula (first published 1897; Penguin Classics, 2003)In Our Time is a BBC Studios Audio production

Another Deformed Dog Leg***Written by: Jacob Brewer and Narrated by: Nate DuFort***Broody***Written by: Josh Shevill and Narrated by: Jimmy Ferrer***Support the show at patreon.com/creepypod***Sound design by: Pacific Obadiah***Title music by: ALex Aldea

Ben Maller opens hour 4 of the show reacting to the news that new Cowboys (and former Steelers) receiver George Pickens bailed on a youth football camp at the last minute. Then he discusses Patriots owner Robert Kraft saying the Pats are "gonna have fun" this year... what does that even mean? Ben also shares where he stands on the MLB banning a heckling fan from all 30 ballparks. Plus, more fun with a brand new edition of 'Fact or Fiction'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIn this season finale of the Bare Marriage Podcast, Rebecca, Joanna, Connor, and Josiah discuss the powerful benefits of reading fiction for personal growth, empathy development, and critical thinking. They share their personal journeys back to reading after University & adult life interrupted their childhood love of books, explore scientific research on how fiction affects the brain, and provide practical advice for getting back into reading. The episode concludes with an inspiring poem about women's value and calling by Porsche Vu (The Poetic Activist).BECOME ONE OF OUR MONTHLY DONORS:We're aiming for 50 new monthly donors, for even as little as $10 a month! For tax deductible donations in the U.S., support Good Fruit Faith Initiative through the Bosko FoundationKEEP UP WITH SHEILA THIS SUMMER:Join my Substack! It's free.TO SUPPORT US: Join our Patreon for as little as $5 a month to support our workAnd check out our Merch, or any of our courses!Join our email list!LINKS MENTIONED:Porsche Veu on Instagram (The Poetic Activist), and her reel Support the showJoin Sheila at Bare Marriage.com!Check out her books: The Great Sex Rescue She Deserves Better The Good Girl's Guide to Great Sex and The Good Guy's Guide to Great Sex And she has an Orgasm Course and a Libido course too!Check out all her courses, FREE resources, social media, books, and so much more at Sheila's LinkTree.

In this frosty and thrilling episode of Ron's Amazing Stories, we head up north to explore one of radio's coldest gems—Challenge of the Yukon. Before podcasts and binge-watching, radio ruled the entertainment world, and this show brought the snow, the drama, and the heroic tales of Sergeant Preston of the Northwest Mounted Police and his loyal Husky, Yukon King. On The Show: Introduction: A nostalgic journey back to radio's golden age. Discover the icy adventures of Sergeant Preston and Yukon King, the “Lassie of the North.” Learn about their ties to The Lone Ranger and why their catchphrases are legendary. Story 1: The Torn Sleeve - From the early days of the series, where stories had to be tightly packed into just 15 minutes. Marvel at how this tale, first aired on April 16, 1947, unfolds beautifully within that timeframe. Story 2: Meeting the Terms of The Contract - Wondering if Huskies are as smart as King? The answer is yes! This story, first aired in July 1943, showcases King's intelligence and loyalty like never before. Story 3: King Gets His Man - A later episode filled with suspense, fur scams, and the unforgettable Fishy Freddie, the piano-playing powerhouse. First aired in the 1950s, this story proves that no criminal can outsmart Yukon King. Reflect on the adventures of Sergeant Preston and Yukon King. Whether it's justice on the icy frontier or pesky criminals getting caught, their stories continue to inspire. And yes, Fishy Freddie definitely got caught. Stay Tuned for More Amazing Stories! Ron's Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron's Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron's Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:

The Darkness***Written by: Joseph Yenkavitch***My little brother came back last night. But he drowned three years ago.***Written by: Informal_Ratio4108 and Narrated by: Cole Burkhardt***The Pier***Written by: No One of Consequence and Narrated by: Jimmy Ferrer***Support the show at patreon.com/creepypod***Sound design by: Pacific Obadiah***Title music by: Alex Aldea