Podcasts about found family

The Noonas are back with an extra long episode of What We're Watching, a monthly installment where they let you know the Asian shows and films that they've been checking out in the past month. Looking for something to watch? Check out the episode to find out if there's the perfect show to add to your list!  For Links to the shows and more, visit the episode post: https://bit.ly/4qU7p3b We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

This week the Noonas do a bit of a throwback by making a new edition of the years old Galentine's Day Episode! They're here to give you some picks of their favourite Asian Dramas featuring female friendships that really resonated with them. There's dramas of all vibes so check out the episode to find out their recs!  For Links to the show and more, check out the episode post: https://bit.ly/3OIesyy We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

This week the Noonas delved into a spoiler heavy review of the Netflix Kdrama "Can this Love be Translated?" Quickly finding out that the show had much more than the marketing would have you believe, the ladies get down to business to chat about the twists and turns hidden in this multilingual gem of a show. Check out the episode to find out why they think it's something special you should check out! For links and more, check out the episode post: https://bit.ly/4bCUO0x We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

Using a framing story in your novel? Maybe you're writing multiple plot lines. Or perhaps you want to know what truly masterful storytelling looks like. This week, we take a deep dive into THE PRINCESS BRIDE. Melanie and I were spoiled for choice in this What Went Right episode because, when you're dealing with a William Goldman story, pretty much everything is going right. Enjoy! -V. Acquire the power to write a bestselling story at storynerd.ca/courses For access to writing templates and worksheets, and more than 70 hours of training (all for free), subscribe to Valerie's Inner Circle.To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website.

Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Azanta from Azanta Reads as we discuss A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett and the 1995 film adaptation. In this episode, we bond over a mutual experience at the Scholastic Book Fair, consider our conflicting reactions to the movie now, and struggle to cast child actors for Sara and Becky.Follow Azanta on TikTok @azantareadsFollow on Instagram @stonestoptens and @azantareadsEmail stonestoptens@gmail.comKeywordsA Little Princess, Frances Hodgson Burnett, film adaptation, classic literature, themes of generosity, morality, nostalgia, character analysis, 90s films, cultural representation, Cultural Representation, Found Family, Character Performances, Costume Design, Book Adaptations, Soundtrack Analysis, Modern Casting, Movie Review

The Newsnas are back for a February edition bringing you some of the news stories out of the Asian Entertainment realm that caught the eyes of the ladies over the past few months. Quite an eclectic bit of stuff has gone down, so check out the episode to find out what we got interested in since the last Newsnas! Check out the episode post for any more information: https://bit.ly/3M0qDGg We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

Guardians of the Galaxy wasn't just a cosmic side quest — it was the emotional on-ramp to the entire Infinity Saga. In this retrospective episode of Marvel Maniac, we look back at the humble beginnings of Star-Lord, Gamora, Rocket, Groot, and Drax, while viewing the film through the lens of everything that comes later — from Infinity War and Endgame to Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. From the iconic opening set to “Come and Get Your Love,” to the underplayed introduction of the Power Stone, to the quiet seeds planted for Thanos and the tragedy that follows — this episode is about why Guardians still matters, and why it hits harder now than it ever did in 2014.

The End of the Month is upon us, and thus the Noonas are back with their monthly rundown of what Asian Dramas they've been checking out! This month, while they had a variety of options, there was also quite a bit of overlap, and they have some solid options to recommend you add to your watchlist! Check out the episode to see what they think is worth your time!  For Links and more, check out the episode post: https://bit.ly/4pUxJtP We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

Columbus police broke their silence sixteen days after Spencer and Monique Tepe were found shot dead in their Weinland Park home. Chief Elaine Bryant confirmed what the family has known for eight years: this was a targeted domestic violence attack. Dr. Michael McKee, Monique's ex-husband, allegedly drove from Illinois to Ohio and killed both Monique and her husband Spencer while their two young children slept down the hall.The bombshell from today's press conference: police recovered multiple firearms from McKee's property, and there is a preliminary ballistic link through NIBIN—the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network—tying one of those weapons to the homicides. Attorney Eric Faddis explains what NIBIN is, what "preliminary" means legally, and how significant this evidence becomes at trial.Also breaking today: Spencer's brother-in-law Rob Misleh appeared on Good Morning America and spoke publicly for the first time about the abuse Monique endured during her brief marriage to McKee. His words cut straight through: "She just had to get away from him." He said many in the family were aware of the torment McKee put her through—and that Monique was willing to do anything to escape.The charges have been upgraded from murder to premeditated aggravated murder, death penalty eligible in Ohio. Eric breaks down the legal distinction and what evidence prosecutors need to prove "prior calculation and design." McKee waived extradition but remains in Illinois—court records indicate transfer to Ohio "will not be feasible" by week's end. His attorney says he plans to plead not guilty.Chief Bryant said they're withholding details to avoid jeopardizing the conviction. Over 1,000 people attended Spencer and Monique's funeral. Two children are now orphans. And a family that spent eight years looking over their shoulders finally has confirmation the threat was real.#McKeeTepe #MichaelMcKee #SpencerTepe #MoniqueTepe #NIBIN #BallisticsMatch #DomesticViolence #EricFaddis #ColumbusOhio #WeekInReviewJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

CW: As a heads up, Aaron describes the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, which includes mention of rape. If this is a tender subject for you, please take care while listening. This week, Mary B is joined by biblical scholars Jennifer Garcia Bashaw and Aaron Higashi to discuss their upcoming book Serving Up Scripture: How to Interpret the Bible for Yourself and Others. The book offers accessible tools for interpreting scripture with care, curiosity, and context. Rather than a black and white understanding of the text as right or wrong, Bashaw and Higashi invite readers to ask important questions of the text: What genre is this? Who wrote it, and under what circumstances? Who benefits from this interpretation, and which social relationships are being privileged? They also encourage theological reflection, asking what a passage suggests about God.Using cooking as a guiding metaphor, Serving Up Scripture treats biblical texts as ingredients to create a meaningful interpretation. In this conversation, Mary, Jen, and Aaron explore how this approach can help defang interpretations of the Bible that have been used to harm others. As Higashi, quoting St. Augustine, reminds us, “any understanding of the Bible that increases the two fold love between human beings and each other, or human beings and God is a good interpretation.”Jennifer Garcia Bashaw is a professor at Campbell University and an ordained Baptist minister. She has a PhD in New Testament from Fuller Seminary and is the author of Scapegoats: The Gospel through the Eyes of Victims and John for Normal People: A Guide through the Drama and Depth of the Fourth Gospel.Aaron Higashi is a public Bible scholar with a PhD in biblical interpretation from Chicago Theological Seminary. He writes Bible commentaries, including 1 & 2 Samuel for Normal People: A Guide to Prophets, Kings, and Some Pretty Terrible Men, and answers Bible questions on Instagram at @abhigashi.Preorder your copy of Serving Up Scripture wherever you buy books. Follow Jen on Instagram @jgbashaw and Aaron on TikTok @aaron.higashi and Instagram @abhigashi. Jennifer and Aaron's other books are available; just search for each of their names wherever you buy books. This is our last Found Family episode for a couple of months! I am taking a much-needed break. Feel free to peruse old episodes or join the very free Found Family crew over on Substack for a free monthly message from me. Support the show

This week the Noonas took a slight partial detour from Asian entertainment to discuss the new queer Hockey show "Heated Rivalry", as well as the reigning fav of theirs about ice sports, the anime Yuri on Ice. What connections did they draw between the two, and have they joined the growing Heated Rivalry fandom? Check out the episode to find out!  For Chapters and Links, check out the Episode Post: https://bit.ly/4jI6jpi We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

In this episode of Why Life Groups Matter, Ethan and Jetza talk honestly about their expectations of Life Group and how it became far more than they imagined. Through community, shared stories, and faith-filled conversations, they found confidence, healing, and family.

Rose Marie Berger, Senior Editor of Sojourners magazine, is a Catholic peace activist and poet who has worked within social justice movements for more than 40 years. She is the volume editor of Light for the Way: Seeking Simplicity, Connection, and Repair in a Broken World and joins MaryB. to discuss how the book extends the conversations long discussed within the Sojourners community, out into the world while asking what it means to live authentically in this day and age. This discussion explores several paradoxes: the need for isolation and contemplation in order to better serve community, the gifts and deep flaws that exist simultaneously within the established church, and the ways faith can deepen through disillusionment. MaryB. and Rose's conversation invites listeners to understand that learning to live with these paradoxes is an essential part of growth.Rose Marie Berger is a Catholic poet, writer, and peace activist who has worked for social change movements for 40 years. She is poetry editor and senior editor for Sojourners, a magazine whose mission is to inspire hope and action by articulating the biblical call to social justice. She has traveled to Ukraine, Colombia, Bosnia, and elsewhere to support faith-rooted peacemaking. Rose is active in the global Catholic Nonviolence Initiative. She is co-editor of Advancing Nonviolence and Just Peace in the Church and World and has presented several times on nonviolence at the Vatican. Her poetry has appeared in Watershed Discipleship: Reinhabiting a Bioregional Faith and Practice and Buffalo Shout, Salmon Cry: Conversations on Creation, Land Justice, and Life Together. Rose has spent her life engaged in faith-based activism, advocacy journalism, and pastoral leadership. Rose was born at 319.08 ppm CO2 and raised in the American River watershed, in traditional Nisenan-Maidu territory. She lives in Oak View, Calif., with her wife Heidi Thompson. Light for the Way is available today wherever you buy books! Follow Sojourners on IG @sojogram. Follow Rose on Bluesky @rmberger.bsky.socialJoin the Found Family crew over on Substack and get your free copy of The Found Family Cheat Sheet!Support the show

This week the Noonas are getting into the spirit of the new year by going back in time! With the first Drama Gems in 2026, they're bringing you their top picks for Asian Dramas to check out all about travelling through time! Check out the episode to see if there's a show you need to add to your watchlist!  For Links to the shows mentioned and time codes, check out the episode post: https://bit.ly/4qaAsjy We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

Shelby Forsythia, a grief coach and author of Of Course I'm Here Right Now: Three Actually Helpful Things to Say to Someone Grieving, joins Mary B to offer practical guidance on how to show up for people in grief. When unsure of the “right” words, many people default to silence rather than risk saying the wrong thing, often leaving grievers feeling isolated. Shelby's work aims to interrupt that pattern. The title of her book is structured around three simple statements: Of course. I'm here. Right now. These serve as guideposts for offering genuine, supportive language. Shelby also explores the idea of collateral grief, the secondary losses that often accompany a primary grief event, such as routines, relationships, or imagined futures. Together, Mary B and Shelby examine a form of grief that is frequently minimized in our culture: the grief that follows the end of a friendship or relationship.Shelby Forsythia (she/her) is a grief coach, author, and podcast host. In 2020, she founded Life After Loss Academy, an online course and community that has helped dozens of grievers grow and find their way after death, divorce, diagnosis, and other major life transitions.Following her mother's death in 2013, Shelby began calling herself a “student of grief” and now devotes her days to reading, writing, and speaking about loss. Through a combination of mindfulness tools and intuitive, open-ended questions, she guides her clients to welcome grief as a teacher and create meaningful lives that honor and include the heartbreaks they've faced. Her work has been featured in Huffington Post, Bustle, and The Oprah Magazine.Preorder your copy of Of Course I'm Here Right Now wherever you buy books. Get your hands on the many resources Shelby offers at shelbyforsythia.com. Join the Found Family crew over on Substack and get your free copy of the Found Family Cheat Sheet. Support the show

The Noonas are back in 2026 with their traditional New Year activity: chatting about newly announced Asian Dramas for the coming year! Which coming dramas do the ladies have running around in their minds? Check out the episode to find out!  For Chapters and More info, check out the episode post at https://bit.ly/4sgT8j4 We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

Welcome to the garden, sweet songling.

Our annual year-in-review show where we cover things past, things present and things future.  We discuss the year as a whole, what we've learned and how we managed to cope as well as discovering the fact that we are all about Found Family and we enjoy our listeners who reach out to ask if they can join us for dinner!  A feel good end of year wrap up with thanks to a lot of good people.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/family-plot--4670465/support.

The end of 2025 is here and the Noonas look back on their favourite dramas and podcast moments from the past year. Do you share any with the ladies? Check out the episode to find out!  For Links to everything talked about, check out the episode post at https://bit.ly/3N44N4D We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

Welcome to the garden, sweet songling.

This week the Noonas decided to get into some sort of holiday mood by watching the new Japanese film on Netflix "10Dance." What did this passion fuelled dance film bring out in the ladies? Check out the episode to find out! For Links and more, check out the episode post: https://bit.ly/4pTWLKg We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

Head to the Arctic with Nathaniel Ian Miller and discover the true story that inspired his debut, The Memoirs of Stockholm Sven, for our final episode of 2025.For our final episode of 2025, we're bringing forward a beloved conversation from the Book Gang archives with debut novelist Nathaniel Ian Miller, discussing his magical winter read, The Memoirs of Stockholm Sven, and the enduring pull of a great winter story with found-family themes. This episode originally aired for patrons in 2023, and it felt like the perfect moment to share it more widely, along with some gentle reflections from this year, including YOUR best book club book of the year.In this funny conversation, we discuss:

Welcome to the garden, sweet songling.

Mary B is joined by Kat Armas to discuss her new book, Liturgies for Resisting Empire: Seeking Community, Belonging, and Peace in a Dehumanizing World. This episode begins with Armas offering an invocation — as she does at the start of each chapter of her latest book. Her invocation is aptly a liturgy for resisting empire. Armas focuses on the important of community as resistance because as she says, “friendship… is the death of empire.” It is in community where one finds new ways to resist and care for their neighbor. Empire insidiously convinces us to think in binary and Armas urges the listener to hold on to complexity in a world that often demands simplicity.Kat Armas (MDiv, MAT, Fuller Theological Seminary) is a Cuban American writer and podcaster and the recipient of Fuller Seminary's Frederick Buechner Award for Excellence in Writing. She is pursuing a ThM at Vanderbilt Divinity School. Armas is the author of three books, Abuelita Faith, Sacred Belonging, and Liturgies for Resisting Empire. She has written for Christianity Today, Sojourners, Relevant, Christians for Biblical Equality, Fuller Youth Institute, Fathom magazine, and Missio Alliance.Get Liturgies for Resisting Empire wherever you buy books (check Baker Books to see if it's still on sale there!). Follow Kat on socials @kat_armas. Check out Kat's Substack at katarmas.substack.comJoin the Found Family crew over on Substack and get your free copy of the Found Family Cheat Sheet! Support the show

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with someone very special: Jamie's nephew… but also kind of her son… brother… all rolled into one — Shai Gilmore.Shai's story blends resilience, humor, and the fierce love that only family  can provide.He takes us back to when he was about 4 years old in Florida, where his Pop-Pop stepped in when life got complicated. Shai opens up about: Growing up with a mother in recovery Losing his father to a car accident Realizing, at just 4 years old, that “something wasn't right” Becoming everyone's favorite Green (sorry, Jamie) Navigating identity with a different last name High school chaos, college radio, and  pranks  What it felt like when he supported Jamie while she battled cancer It's sweet. It's funny. It's a little messy. And above all — it's a reminder that family is family is family.We're launching this episode for the holidays because Shai's name literally means “gift.” So here it is: the gift of Shai — his laughter, love, and light — for your holiday season.Whether you're in the Bay Area, Florida, New Jersey, or navigating your own family story, this episode is for you.Grab your earbuds or hop in the car and press play.  Share this episode with your friends and family who love to laugh. Subscribe to Talking Smack 415 and leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us for laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

This week the Noonas secretly assigned each other dramas or movies to watch. The catch was that they all had to be under 3 hours, short lengths you could watch in under an afternoon. What resulted was a delightful mix of options that really proved that they know each other's tastes well! Check out the episode to find out what they watched, and if you should spend an afternoon checking them out yourself!  Check out the Episode post for links: https://bit.ly/48UtHuO We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

CW: abortionMary B is joined by Dr. Sara Moslener to discuss her new book After Purity: Race, Sex, and Religion in White Christian America. Moslener traces her journey from a high school defender of purity culture to a scholar with a nuanced understanding of how the myth of purity has helped mask elements of white supremacy as Christian values. She reflects on the power of myth as a storytelling tool that — depending on its intent — can yield positive or harmful results. Mary B relates this to the ways myths are being used by the most powerful in this country to attack trans folks. Moselener urges that although much of her research is from the point of view of white women, sexual purity must be considered in an intersectional way. Sara J. Moslener (she/her) is a lecturer in the Department of Philosophy, Anthropology, and Religion at Central Michigan University. She is the author of Virgin Nation: Sexual Purity and American Adolescence and creator of the podcast Pure White: Sexual Purity and White Supremacy. She lives in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, with her best friend and soulmate, Gibson the Chug.You can get After Purity wherever you buy books. Follow Sara on Substack at afterpurity.substack.com. Join the Found Family crew over on Substack and get your free copy of the Found Family Cheat Sheet! Support the show

This week Jessie, Natalia and Sky got together to reminisce about all the great Asian music they got to enjoy in 2025. Are some of their top hits the same as yours? Check out the episode to find out!  For Time Codes and More: https://bit.ly/4oJd3nH We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

The Noonas are bringing back Defend Your Drama for another episode! Each of them has picked a drama they need to defend: either from haters, marketing, or it's own characters, they each picked a drama they think needs their help. Will you agree with their choices? Check out the episode to find out!  For Links and other information, check out the episode post: https://bit.ly/4ixQqBs We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

Today I'm reviewing Sky on Fire by E.K. Johnston — a short and fast-paced space opera with great characters, strong representation of asexuality, and a found-family crew you can't help but root for.The story balances quiet emotional moments with interstellar stakes, delivering meaningful ace rep without making it the whole plot — something YA sci-fi desperately needs more of. The writing can be a little dry at times, but the characters, themes, and relationships make the journey worth it.✨ Tune in for a spoiler-free breakdown — who this book is perfect for, where it shines, and what to expect going in. Follow on Spotify and subscribe on YouTube for more sci-fi and YA reviews every week.#SkyOnFire #EKJohnston #YASciFi #SpaceOpera #AsexualRepresentation #FoundFamilyBooks #BookReviewPodcast #BookTube #SciFiReads

The Noonas are back with their rundown of Asian dramas they checked out this month. If you're looking for something new to add to your watchlist this episode is the perfect chance to find out what they recommend you press play on!  For Links to the Shows Discussed check out the episode post: https://bit.ly/48fjIzQ We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

Join us for a special episode of Reading With Your Kids, where imagination and inspiration take center stage! This episode features captivating author interviews with Tiffany Wang, creator of the YA fantasy novel "Tempest's Queen," and Valerie Ellis, author of the faith-based children's book "Wild Faith Devotional." Host Jed Doherty guides listeners through lively discussions about the power of family reading, the magic of well-built fictional worlds, and the importance of character development for young readers. Tiffany Wang shares the creative journey behind "Tempest's Queen" and its sequel "Inferno's Heir," revealing how she crafts rich universes and relatable characters. Valerie Ellis delights listeners by exploring how animals and real-life analogies can help children and families understand faith in her latest book, "Wild Faith Devotional." Both authors offer practical tips for parents and teachers on making stories engaging and meaningful for kids. Throughout the episode, discover book recommendations and thoughtful conversations about teaching values, building empathy, and growing closer as a family through shared stories. If you love children's books, YA fantasy, or faith-based titles, this episode of Reading With Your Kids is packed with wisdom, warmth, and actionable insights. Subscribe today and connect with authors, families, and readers who believe in the joy of family reading!

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.Looking for the perfect low-stakes escape this fall? Today I'm diving into cozy fantasy with debut author Emily Krempholtz, whose novel Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore blends plant magic, self-forgiveness, a grumpy alchemist next door, and cottagecore vibes that feel like a balm for a messy world.In this episode, Emily and I talk about reinventing yourself after a hard season, the rise of cozy fantasy since the pandemic, and why magic makes the perfect metaphor for emotional growth. We also get into identity shifts, nervous system regulation, and how fantasy can gently mirror the work we do in real life. And of course—Emily shares her must-read fall cozy fantasy picks.If you're craving comfort, whimsy, emotional depth, and a touch of magic (without the overwhelming high-stakes quests), this episode is for you.

This week Mary B welcomes Angela Herrington to discuss her new book Embracing the Old Witch in the Woods: Liberating Feminine Wisdom from Christian Patriarchy. What begins as a discussion about favorite witches develops into a nuanced conversation about what it means to give oneself the same nurturing that women so often give to those they mother. In other words, we must learn how to mother ourselves. Herrington questions what baggage—rooted in Christian patriarchy—we've been carrying around that continues to cause us harm. Caring for ourselves allows us the capacity to care for others in whatever way we can. We cannot fix all of the world's problems, but we can help our neighbor and to do that we must help ourselves. Angela Herrington is a spiritual coach and seminary-trained online pastor who has spent more than a decade helping people break free from toxic religious culture. She is the host of The Deconstructing Faith Summit, a Lark's Song Certified Life Coach, and a dynamic conference speaker. Her work has been featured in The New Republic, Religion News Service, Hope for Women magazine, and Authority Magazine.  Angela and her unique online ministry are featured in Lyz Lenz's 2019 book God Land: Story of Faith, Loss, and Renewal in Middle America. She has published articles in Hope for Women and HOPE is Now magazines. Angela is the author of Deconstruct Your Faith Without Losing Yourself and Embracing the Old Witch in the Woods. She is also a wife, a mom to 5, and a proud resident of Marion, Indiana, with her family when they're not traveling the US in their RV.Get all the good stuff on Angela's website, angelajherrington.com. Order Embracing the Old Witch in the Woods wherever you buy books, and if you want Angela to pop into your book club, reach out! Angela is on social media @angelajherrington Join the Found Family crew over on Substack and get your copy of the Found Family Cheat Sheet. Support the show

The Noonas let fate take the wheel (literally!) in order to pick the topic of this week's First Look Episode: the 2024 Girls Love Thai Drama "Pluto." Not knowing anything about the show, what did it deliver when they watched the first two episodes, and will they continue the binge? Check out the episode to find out! For Links and Chapters, check out the episode post: https://bit.ly/4r3WvJu We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

A little late for the spooky train, Jessie and Natalia are back with another Hit List episode, this time talking about the new Thai BL Horror show "Goddess Bless You From Death." Did the first episode of this murder and ghost filled show tingle their spines? Is it getting added to their weekly watch rotation? Check out the show to find out!  For Links to the shows and other such things, check out the episode post: https://bit.ly/486DzT2 We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

This week Mary B is joined by her dear friends Elizabeth Delgado Black, the Co-founder & CEO of Kaleidoscope Ministries, and Logan Morrison, Kaleidoscope's Community Outreach Coordinator & Trans Ministry Specialist. Being part of one another's found family themselves, Elizabeth and Logan share some of the joy of the family life they've forged together, as well as the lessons learned. In this episode they chat with Mary B about Kaleidescope's upcoming Trans Prayer March which will be held in multiple locations around the country, and stand out as a place of gathering in joy when so often trans folks are forced to gather in grief and mourning. They discuss the importance of centering trans experiences, trans voices, and the needs of the trans community right now. As Elizabeth says, “What good are my needs being met, if my siblings are suffering.”Elizabeth Black (she/her) is the Co-Founder & CEO of Kaleidoscope, an LGBTQ+ mission organization in New York City. An evangelist, theologian, and minister, Elizabeth longs to see Queer people experience social and spiritual justice and liberation in their unique fullness. Originally from Baltimore, MD, she received a Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies from Washington Bible College before earning a Master's in Contextual Theology from All Nations Christian College in the UK. Her work centers on BIPOC transgender theologies of kinship, alongside writing and speaking on LGBTQ+ mission and evangelism. Elizabeth's scholarship is featured in Christlike Acceptance Across Deep Difference: Constructive Conversations on Sexuality and Gender. Beyond her ministry, Elizabeth is a proud wife and mother of two young boys, living in a household woven together with her husband, children, and two beautiful friends who are chosen family.   Logan Morrison (he/him) serves as the Trans Care Specialist and Community Outreach Coordinator at Kaleidoscope. He holds a Masters of Arts in Organizational Leadership. He pursued collegiate soccer coaching for six years following his education and grew a passion for building mentoring relationships with young people exploring topics of faith, sexuality, gender, and purpose. Logan saw the need of showing the radical love of Jesus to the marginalized, and particularly the Queer and Trans community, and took the step into sharing his own story as a Trans man and using it for God's glory in mission. Logan lives with his chosen family in New York City, including three dogs. Follow Kaleidoscope on social media @kaleidoscope.usa. Join the Trans Prayer March by checking out locations and info at kaleidoscopeusa.org. Support Kaleidoscope and their Trans Care Ministry at kaleidoscope.org as well. Liz is on Instagram @lizlblack ,and you can buy Christlike Acceptance Across Deep Difference wherever you buy books. Join the Found Family crew on Substack and get your free copy of The Found Family Cheat Sheet! Support the show

Send us a textIn this enchanting episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome fantasy author Ryan Consell, who is set to release the fourth book in his captivating "Stealing from Wizards" series on November 4th. Ryan shares his unexpected journey into the world of writing, revealing how a casual campfire conversation ignited his passion for storytelling. He dives deep into the essence of his series, which celebrates misfits navigating the trials of adolescence within a whimsical Canadian wizard school. Ryan discusses the unique themes of friendship, belonging, and the joy of being true to oneself, all while balancing the challenges of writing for a middle-grade audience. Listeners will gain insights into the writing process, the importance of community support, and how to successfully market a book series. As Ryan prepares for a well-deserved break after this eight-year journey, he also teases future projects and invites you to connect with him on various platforms. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that encourages you to embrace your creativity and keep dreaming big!www.stealingfromwizards.com

The Noonas decided to get into those cosy autumnal vibes this week and discuss a favourite setting for a drama: a coffee shop! What cafe related dramas had them reminiscing about a nice hot beverage together? Check out the episode to find out!  For Links to all the shows discussed: https://bit.ly/4oPaiSq We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message at  certifiednoonas@gmail.com or on our socials (Bluesky and Instagram) @CertifiedNoonas. Like our content and want access to some fun extras? Consider becoming a member of our Found Family and support us on Patreon: patreon.com/CertifiedNoonas. Join our Discord

An androgenous figurehead of a found family that refuses to grow up -- if you've never thought of Peter Pan in those terms, director Tina Romero is here to set you straight (er, in a manner of speaking). Tina also shares the ins, outs, and inspirations behind her feature debut, Queens of the Dead, which continues and reinvents a family legacy of zombie cinema (Tina is the daughter of the legendary George A. Romero). And as always, Jordan digs up all the connective tissue between all of the above.Then, Jordan has one quick thing about Nia DaCosta's new film, Hedda, starring Tessa Thompson. Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

From Netflix's birth to Titanic mania, its safe to say that 1997 was a stacked year, but not before a 26-year-old Paul Thomas Anderson dropped Boogie Nights, turning taboo into pure cinema. On this episode, we revisit the film's intoxicating rise-and-fall arc, the found-family heartbeat, and the moment VHS killed the golden age of adult films. We also dig into the real-world inspirations (Dirk Diggler ⇄ John Holmes; the Wonderland murders), the deliriously tense Alfred Molina “Jessie's Girl” sequence, some wild what-ifs—like Leo DiCaprio passing on the lead—and the legend behind Dirk's big reveal at the end of the film.Chapters:00:00 PTA Was HOW OLD?!00:24 What You'll Get (Adult Themes)01:23 First Impressions03:30 From Valley Kid to Visionary04:24 What Could've Been06:33 Why Wahlberg Works07:31 Burt Reynolds vs PTA (…and the Oscar)08:38 The REAL Dirk Diggler11:25 Was that Real or Fake?12:52 This Opening One-Take SLAPS15:28 More PTA Flexing21:34 Tone Flip on NYE25:54 VHS Killed The Film Star29:39 Jessie's Girl: The Most Tense 8 Minutes33:06 Found Family… and Fallout42:16 Wrap-UpContent note: Heavy adult themes on this episode, so viewer discretion is advised. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/twopleasepod/

Today, Kaitlin Curtice and I talk about getting to the root of what we believe. Kaitlin B. Curtice is an Indigenous poet-storyteller, a public speaker, and the award-winning author of Native and Living Resistance. She has written for Sojourners, Religion News Service, On Being, Oprah Daily, and The Liminality Journal, and her work has been featured on CBS and in USA Today. A citizen of the Potawatomi nation, Kaitlin speaks on topics such as colonialism in faith communities, interfaith relationships, and the intersection of spirituality and identity, and she has collaborated with The Aspen Institute and Chautauqua Institution. She lives near Philadelphia with her family.You can buy Everything Is a Story wherever you buy books. Subscribe to Kaitlin's Substack, The Liminality Journal at kaitlincurtice.substack.com. Follow Kaitlin on IG @kaitlincurtice. Join the Found Family crew on Substack and get your free copy of The Found Family Cheat Sheet. Support the show

In Episode 54 of Undercurrents of Romance, Tracey Devlyn sits down with USA Today bestselling author Sheila Roberts to discuss her new romantic comedy, THE MAN NEXT DOOR. Newly divorced and back at her mom's, Zona didn't plan on neighborhood surveillance—or the grumpy, magnetic neighbor who might be trouble. When a woman vanishes, curiosity turns into a slow-burn romance with a dash of danger. Heart, humor, and found family power this feel-good romantic comedy. Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

Author Hannah Nicole Maehrer, creator of Assistant to the Villain, joins Fresh Fiction's Samantha Tennant to talk about her whirlwind journey from nannying and filming BookTok skits to becoming a New York Times bestselling author. They dive into the found family theme that runs through her books, her ADHD writing process, the chaos that fuels her creativity, and the joy of seeing her world come to life in plushies and fan merch. Expect laughter, behind-the-scenes confessions, and a few fangirl moments.

Today, Brian G. Murphy and I talk about how queerness can enrich everyone's faith. Brian G. Murphy is an organizer, author, and certified relationship coach helping LGBTQ+ and polyamorous people build thriving relationships on their own terms without shame or "shoulds."As co-founder of QueerTheology.com, the longest-running LGBTQ+ spirituality podcast and the first explicitly queer online community, Brian supports LGBTQ+ spiritual seekers in integrating sex, gender, and spirit to rebuild their faith and live into their values.He is a sought-after speaker at colleges, churches, and conferences across the country and his work has been featured in Vice, BuzzFeed, The Huffington Post, The Advocate, Upworthy, and NBC News.Brian is the author of Love Beyond Monogamy and co-author of Queers The Word. His next book, Reading The Bible Through Queer Eyes, co-authored with Shannon TL Kearns, will published by HarperOne in spring 2026 Get Love Beyond Monogamy wherever you buy books. Get the bonuses Brian mentioned at thisisbgm.com/book. You can follow Brian on socials @thisisbgm. Join the Found Family crew on Substack and get your free copy of The Found Family Cheat Sheet.Support the show

Today, Jaye Brix and I talk about their journey from evangelical pastor to tattoo artist. Jaye Brix (they/she) is a tattoo artist, songwriter, and content creator whose work explores the intersections of creativity, identity, and healing. A former evangelical pastor who came out as Nonbinary in her 30s, Jaye now uses her platforms to speak candidly about deconstruction, queer joy, and reclaiming faith beyond the boundaries that once confined them.You can follow Jaye on Instagram and TikTok @jbrix_art and find the links to all her other offerings at the link in their bio. Join the Found Family crew over on Substack and get your free copy of the Found Family Cheat Sheet! Support the show

We learn how rediscovering a passion for Star Wars can change your path in life. The first in our series featuring members of Thank The Maker's vibrant and supportive Patreon community. Subscribe to Thank the Maker on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Thank the Maker on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Thank the Maker merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ thankthemakermerch.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVLTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow and message us on Instagram to get 20% off your first purchase at rsvlts.com!Follow TTM on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thankthemakerpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gofundme⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Follow the hosts on social media:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adam Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nick Ghanbarian⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠William Ryan Key⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mike Forester⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jason Chiodo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ahsoka, Anakin Skywalker, Ahsoka Tano, Rosario Dawson, Hayden Christensen, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, The Book of Boba Fett, The Bad Batch, The High Republic, #makesolo2happen, The Mandalorian, Star Wars Visions, Anime, Star Wars Anime, Disney Gallery, Galactic Starcruiser, Halcyon, Chandrila Star Line, Galaxy's Edge, Rogue Squadron, Disney+ Day, Hondo Supply, Armor Party, Kathleen Kennedy, Star Wars Celebration, Star Wars Black Series, Temuera Morrison, Black Krrsantan, Tosche Station, Danny Trejo, Fennec Shand, Ming-Na Wen, Mark Hamill, Luke Skywalker, Cad Bane, Princess Leia, Vivien Lyra Blair, Carrie Fisher, Tales of the Jedi, Cassian Andor, Bix Caleen, Brasso, Luthen Rael, Mon Mothma, Vel Sartha, Cinta Kaz, Dedra Meero, Syril Karn, Orson Krennic

Today, Joash Thomas is back on Found Family, and we're talking about how Jesus' story starts in the margins—and why that matters for us today. Rev. Joash P. Thomas (MACL, MACS, Dallas Theological Seminary; MPS, The George Washington University) is a public theologian and a highly sought-after international speaker. Born and raised in India, he ran a political consulting and lobbying firm in the United States before working as an international human rights leader. He is an ordained minister in the Diocese of St. Anthony in the Communion of Evangelical Episcopal Churches and lives in a multiethnic community in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.Pre-order your copy of The Justice of Jesus wherever you buy books. Follow Joash on the 'gram @joashpthomas and on Substack at Jesus, Justice, and Joash. Join the Found Family crew over on Substack and get your free copy of the Found Family Cheat Sheet. Support the show

416. How Their Friendship Became a Revolution | Leisha Hailey & Kate Moennig of The L Word Leisha Hailey and Kate Moennig, stars of The L Word, discuss their new book, “So Gay for You: Friendship, Found Family, and the Show That Started It All,” an intimate, hilarious memoir of art, friendship and queerness.  How Kate and Leisha met; their first impressions of each other and going in for the same role The impact and legacy of The L Word and Glennon's recent introduction to the show Rainbow capitalism, the pressure to publicly “come out,” and the joys of found family LEISHA HAILEY is an actor, director, executive producer, musician, and podcaster. Hailey is best known for her beloved breakout character Alice Pieszecki in the revolutionary Showtime series The L Word and the reboot, The L Word: Generation Q. Before making her mark on-screen, Hailey cofounded the band The Murmurs in the 1990s, recording three albums for MCA/Universal Records and touring worldwide, including with Lilith Fair. More than a decade later, in 2007, Hailey cofounded the indie pop band Uh Huh Her, which toured internationally and sold albums worldwide.  KATE MOENNIG is a critically acclaimed actor and executive producer whose work spans film, television, and theater. She is most known for her iconic role as Shane McCutcheon in the Showtime series The L Word and the reboot, The L Word: Generation Q. Moennig has also starred in Showtime's hit series Ray Donovan and in Freeform's breakout series Grown-ish. Moennig's film credits include the neo-noir legal thriller The Lincoln Lawyer, Lane 1974, and Terry Zwigoff's Art School Confidential. Most recently she can be seen in Liz Feldman's series No Good Deed on Netflix. She currently cohosts the podcast PANTS with Kate and Leisha. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices