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Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they're discussing all things Heated Rivalry with special guest Francis Dominic!!! Plus they chat Ted Lasso, Jury Duty season 2, and more!Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls TEAM EDWARD: The first two Heated Rivalry episode commentaries are up now and three is going live very soon! MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT the top of the episode! Snap crackle pop culture news start at: 1:27:29FIND FRANCIS on the inter webs: https://www.instagram.com/francisdominiic/Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  Get Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156We'll be at LOVE LIT CON in San Diego! https://lovelit.com/Our TFF Panel with Christina Lauren will be at 2:15 pm on Friday!!

How does God meet us in our toughest places in life when we feel the weakest?  JD King, pastor, multi-published author, and thought leader, addresses challenging questions that so many of us wrestle with. In this compelling conversation, JD King opens up about journeying through hardship and how the biblical story of Gideon speaks directly to our battles with anxiety, stress, and identity crises. Together, Tina Yeager and JD King tackle topics like overcoming shame, navigating seasons when it feels like you have nothing left, and discovering God's strength right in the middle of your struggles. Through powerful insights from his book "Mighty Like Gideon" and practical wisdom from his pastoral experience, JD King shares how we can move forward one step at a time—even if it means doing it afraid. You'll also hear encouragement for those in the "pit," the connection between life's tests and our growth, and how God's love and holiness transform our shame into hope. Get ready to be equipped and uplifted as we answer honest questions of faith and discover how to experience God's goodness—even in the toughest places. Key takeaways: Identity is not defined by circumstances. As JD King shared, like Gideon, we often see ourselves as unqualified, but God calls us beyond our insecurities and into a new identity rooted in hope and purpose. Our challenges are opportunities. Just as resistance strengthens trees, adversity builds our spiritual and emotional capacity. We don't need to label every tough season as a "test"—what matters is pressing forward, seeking hope, and remaining open to growth. It's okay not to have all the answers. Authenticity and faith mean sitting with hard questions and allowing God's presence—sometimes overwhelming and awe-inspiring—to meet us exactly where we are. Growth comes as we step forward, even when we're afraid. Connect with JD King and Resources: Visit jdking.net for blogs, books, and to connect with JD personally. Grab your copy of Mighty Like Gideon (plus a free study guide!) at mightylikegideon.com.   We're thrilled to accompany you on this journey of faith, growth, and transformation. As always, we appreciate your support! Please subscribe and share this episode. We can't wait for you to join us for future episodes of Flourish-Meant. To book Tina as a speaker, connect with her life coaching services, and more, visit her website: https://tinayeager.com/ Optimize your mind and body with my new favorite, all-inclusive supplement, Cardio Miracle! I love the energy and focus this health-boosting drink mix provides without toxins, caffeine, or sugar! Get a discount on your purchase with my link: http://www.cardiomiracle.com/tinayeager Use the code TINA10 at checkout. To flourish in all seasons of life with the highest quality nutraceutical health supplements that benefit charitable causes, shop NutraMedix wellness supplements. Be sure to use my link  https://www.nutramedix.com/?rfsn=7877557.b6c6785 and add my special code TINA to get 10% off your entire purchase! If you're a writer, subscribe to Inkspirations Online (devotional publication by writers for writers): https://www.inkspirationsonline.com/ Manage stress and anxiety in 10 minutes a day with the course presented by 15 experts, Subdue Stress and Anxiety https://divineencouragement.onlinecoursehost.com/courses Connect with Tina at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyeagerwriting/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinayeager/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tina.yeager.9/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TinaYeager Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tyeagerwrites/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3865622.Tina_Yeager Stock Music Media provided by https://musicsesame.com/ Edison Clauss TMC Publishing Limited

Patrick Lencioni built a multimillion-dollar business, sold 10 million books, and became one of the most influential leadership voices in the world. But here's what you might not know: he never had a five-year plan, turned down opportunities to scale, and prioritized loving his work over maximizing revenue. In this episode, Pat shares the behind-the-scenes story of building The Table Group, why he kept his team at just 15 full-time employees while empowering thousands of consultants, and how saying no to growth actually gave him an unfair competitive advantage. You'll discover why his wife gave him their house fund to start the business, how he protects time with his family despite constant opportunities, and why one of their core values is "we want to love coming to work every day." If you're building something or thinking about starting, this conversation will completely reframe how you think about success.Use code "ATG" for 20% off the Working Genius Assessment here! Grab your very own Soundtracks: The Conversations Card DeckMake sure to follow me on Instagram and share with your friends!Keep up with my book list on GoodReads!Sign up for my newsletter, Try This!Book me to speak at your event or to your team!You can grab a copy of my book All It Takes Is a Goal from your favorite bookstore or at my website!Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they're going through their top 10 tv shows of 2025! Plus they're chatting Oscar nominations, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Ponies, Twinless, and the upcoming America's Next Top Model documentary! Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls TEAM EDWARD: a new bonus AMA is up now, and the first two Heated Rivalry episode commentaries are up as well!MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 38:00Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  Get Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156We'll be at LOVE LIT CON in San Diego! https://lovelit.com/Our TFF Panel with Christina Lauren will be at 2:15 pm on Friday!!

What happens when a past wrong refuses to stay buried?In this episode, I dive into The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones, a modern horror novel that twists familiar haunting and revenge tropes into something deeply unsettling, emotionally sharp, and completely its own.After falling in love with The Indian Lake Trilogy, I spent about a year working my way up to this book, where many readers first encounter Stephen Graham Jones' unmistakable voice. And wow… this one delivers.We'll talk about:• Why Jones' authorial voice is so unique in the horror space• How this novel reimagines haunting and revenge• His continued fascination with (and reinvention of) the final girl trope• Why this is a quick, low-commitment read that still hits hard• And why I think this is a great first Stephen Graham Jones book for new readersThis is horror that lingers — not just because of what it shows you, but because of what it asks you to sit with afterward.If you've read The Only Good Indians, I'd love to hear your take in the comments. And if this is your first time considering Stephen Graham Jones… this might be the perfect place to start.⸻

Send us a textKatische Haberfield talks with Lalitha Donatella Riback about the energies of 2026 in the context of spiritual awakening, and through the lens of infinite love.Find out what 2026 will bring - not through the lens of your Vedic astrological star sign but through infinite love and consciousness. When you're making important decisions in your life or your business, the questions you are asking deserve answers from the right level. I channel archangels and spiritual beings in the light who bring through soul aligned guidance. In private one hour sessions held via Zoom, the appropriate being steps forward to bring clarity around next steps, timing and alignment. Book a one hour private session at Katische.com Applications are now open for the Soulful Poems 5, 6 & 7 Book Collaborations. This is your invitation to join an Amazon 4 x  #1 International Best-Selling Poetry Series. By sharing your words, you'll not only see your poetry published, but also join a global community of poets uplifting the world with their voices.Create miracles with one shift! Dr Tassel Faith Shanebrook's work on self love and masterclasses helps create the miracle shift.Love Ancient Rome?Love Ancient Rome? salvēte amīcī! Explore what it meant to be Roman over the centuries. On YouTube.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHi, I'm Katische Haberfield- Spiritual Channel and Medium. I bring through messages and guidance from sources of Infinite Love. Join my Facebook Group: Infinite Love (spirituality). Join my Frankly Katische Facebook Group. Follow on: Facebook, LinkedIn, Goodreads, YouTube and Amazon

Mike, Nick, and Kait discuss Dr. Werthless by Harold Schechter and Eric Powell. They discuss some content warnings, the creative choices of the book, and how Fredric Wertham's complicated legacy may have impacted his crusade against comics. This was the pick by the finishers of the 2025 Reading Challenge! Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start00:58:45 - WrapProducer: Kait LamphereProoflistener: Paul JaissleEditor: Zander Riggs Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELIRCB Logo by Kyle RoseSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives, A Better Batmobile, and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastBuy a copy of our anniversary zine Totally Not A Cult: https://ircbpodcast.com/shop/p/totally-not-a-cult-zine-1Email: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @ircbpodcastInstagram: @ircbpodcastDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/E8JUB9sReddit: ireadcomicbooks.reddit.comIRCB GoodreadsMerch: ircbpodcast.com/shop

Science fiction isn't one-size-fits-all.Some readers love big ideas and long-term strategy.Others want emotional depth, character-driven stories, or fast, cinematic action.And here's the thing: your personality plays a huge role in the kind of sci-fi you love.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, I'm matching science fiction reading recommendations to common Myers-Briggs personality types. Using the same framework as our fantasy episode, I take 10 of the most common personality types and pair each one with two sci-fi series that align with how those readers tend to think, feel, and engage with speculative ideas.Whether you're a systems thinker, a people-first reader, a big-picture strategist, or someone who just wants sci-fi that moves, there's something here that fits you.

Luke tells Juliane about the disappointing romance in The Everlasting, the romantasy novel by Alix E Harrow. See every book/episode of the SFBRP here: https://www.sfbrp.com/episode-lists-3 See the SFBRP Must-Read List here: https://www.sfbrp.com/must-read Support Luke and Juliane financially via Patreon.com/lukeburrage Luke on Bluesky: @lukeburrage.bsky.social Discuss this book at Goodreads.com Luke writes his own novels, like “Minding Tomorrow”, “Combat”, “Get that rat off my face!” and “The Monster Story Conference”, so download them for free at: https://www.lukeburrage.com/fiction.html

Send us a textFrom fairies to garden gnomes, trolls and dragons to lady beetles and bees, this episode has a poem written by Katische to inspire you.  If you'd like your poetry to have the chance for selection in an upcoming anthology, please visit this link and submit your details for consideration (affiliate link) https://soulfulvalley.com/books/poetrycollab/ When you're making important decisions in your life or your business, the questions you are asking deserve answers from the right level. I channel archangels and spiritual beings in the light who bring through soul aligned guidance. In private one hour sessions held via Zoom, the appropriate being steps forward to bring clarity around next steps, timing and alignment. Book a one hour private session at Katische.comLove Ancient Rome?Love Ancient Rome? salvēte amīcī! Explore what it meant to be Roman over the centuries. On YouTube.Create miracles with one shift! Dr Tassel Faith Shanebrook's work on self love and masterclasses helps create the miracle shift.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHi, I'm Katische Haberfield- Spiritual Channel and Medium. I bring through messages and guidance from sources of Infinite Love. Join my Facebook Group: Infinite Love (spirituality). Join my Frankly Katische Facebook Group. Follow on: Facebook, LinkedIn, Goodreads, YouTube and Amazon

Katie's pick is an underdog of a romantasy, with minimal Goodreads reviews and an uninspiring title, but a vampire-monster MMC and an aspiring librarian heroine save the day. Unless you're triggered by dual-POV, this might just bring you out of a reading slump.https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/219513328-a-vow-of-blood-and-tearsSimilar BooksRadiance by Grace Dravenhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24473763-radiance?ref=nav_sb_ss_2_8The Winter King by C.K. Wilsonhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10485751-the-winter-king?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=Z3CcHduQXW&rank=2A Soul to Keep by Opal Reynehttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61208877-a-soul-to-keep?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=G4grb4eAng&rank=1Check us out on Youtube and Patreon @notanotherheroine

Come get “Mathed Up” with The Girls! This week Barbara is presenting “Cupid's Peak” by Lee Jacquot! This is a Holinight novella, a series first seen in “Hollow's Grove” way back in Episode 3! In this book, we meet Mia, a smart and busy finance babe who has no time to meet anyone new! She even schedules “appointments”with her Big Purp! Thankfully her sister Eleni plays Cupid and sets up Mia with her former crush Eli! Eli is a NHL superstar now, but Mia remembers him as her tutoring student who was just as adorkable as her! Can a night atop Cupid's Peak spark something more? Scoot 45° over in your booth, use PEMDAS to show your work, and feel around under the table to find out for yourself! Yum!New Episodes out every Tuesday! Join our Patreon to receive ad-free and bonus episodes Patreon.com/ClutchMyPearlsPod We have *NEW* MERCH go to ClutchMyPearlsPod.com to check it out!Watch the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel! Follow @ClutchMyPearlsPod on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram and GoodReads! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can we find hope through trials? Gina Fox, founder of the Anchored by the Sword ministry and award-winning author of Anchored in Freedom, relates from her deeply personal journey through infertility, loss, and mental health struggles, and opens up about how she discovered hope even in her darkest moments. Together, host Tina Yeager and Gina Fox explore the power of faith, authentic support, and the importance of not comparing one person's pain to another. Whether you're in the midst of your own trial or supporting someone who is, this episode is filled with practical wisdom and heartfelt encouragement to help you find light in the darkest valleys. Stay tuned as we uncover how God can turn even the most painful seasons into stories of hope and freedom. Key Takeaways: Embracing Real Emotions: Gina Fox openly shares how anger and sadness were part of her healing—and why it's important to acknowledge those feelings without shame. Even Jesus felt anger, and it's okay for us to process our emotions, too. Seeking Support: Don't go it alone. Whether through friends, community, or a counselor, inviting trusted people in makes a difference. Gina encourages everyone to reach out to at least one "safe person." Finding God's Hope: No matter your trial, God meets you uniquely in your story. Gina reminds us that each journey is different—there's no need to compare your struggles with someone else's, but do bring God into every step and ask Him to provide hope and help. Simple Steps When Life Feels Dark: Just take the next step, even if it's as small as getting out of bed. The Psalms are a great place to start in the Bible. Let your community and God walk with you, especially when things feel overwhelming. You Are Not Alone: Above all, Gina wants you to know that there is always hope, even in the darkest moments. "God's got this, and He's got you." Want More? Grab Gina's book, Anchored in Freedom, on Amazon or get the first chapter FREE when you join her email list at anchoredbythesword.org. Listen to her podcast, "Anchored by the Sword," available wherever you get your podcasts. Connect on Instagram: @anchoredbytheswordpodcast One Final Encouragement Whether your trials are big or small, you never have to walk through them alone. As Gina Fox says: "Just keep going. God's got you." We're thrilled to accompany you on this journey of faith, growth, and transformation. As always, we appreciate your support! Please subscribe and share this episode. We can't wait for you to join us for future episodes of Flourish-Meant. To book Tina as a speaker, connect with her life coaching services, and more, visit her website: https://tinayeager.com/ Optimize your mind and body with my new favorite, all-inclusive supplement, Cardio Miracle! I love the energy and focus this health-boosting drink mix provides without toxins, caffeine, or sugar! Get a discount on your purchase with my link: http://www.cardiomiracle.com/tinayeager Use the code TINA10 at checkout. To flourish in all seasons of life with the highest quality nutraceutical health supplements that benefit charitable causes, shop NutraMedix wellness supplements. Be sure to use my link  https://www.nutramedix.com/?rfsn=7877557.b6c6785 and add my special code TINA to get 10% off your entire purchase! If you're a writer, subscribe to Inkspirations Online (devotional publication by writers for writers): https://www.inkspirationsonline.com/ Manage stress and anxiety in 10 minutes a day with the course presented by 15 experts, Subdue Stress and Anxiety https://divineencouragement.onlinecoursehost.com/courses Connect with Tina at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyeagerwriting/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinayeager/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tina.yeager.9/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TinaYeager Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tyeagerwrites/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3865622.Tina_Yeager

Back in 2008, I wrote a review of The Heroine's Journey on Goodreads. At the time, I was developing Mythellaneous, which was a clown hero's journey, so I was very excited to read this book, which was meant to be a women's version of the famous hero's journey as described by Joseph Campebll. Unfortunately, The Heroine's Journey was disappointing and generally kind of facile and old fashioned. It did not help me in the creation of that show.Over the years, I have noticed likes coming through for this review, more than any other book on my list. To keep reading ⁠⁠Comments on The Heroine's Journey⁠ ⁠⁠visit the Songs for the Struggling Artist blog. This is Episode 483Song: I'm No Heroine⁠Image of some of my myth booksTo support this podcast:Give it 5 stars in Apple Podcasts. Write a nice review!Rate it at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ratethispodcast.com/strugglingartist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.emilyrainbowdavis.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/SongsfortheStrugglingArtist/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/emilyrdavis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kofi: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://ko-fi.com/emilyrainbowdavis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/strugglingartist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://emilyrainbowdavis.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erainbowd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon - @erainbowd@podvibes.coBlue sky - @erainbowd.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen to The Dragoning ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and The Defense ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Explicit due to one f**k

Small-town Alaskan romance and redemption is the perfect way to immerse yourself in winter! In this episode, we chat with author Heidi McCahan about her new book The Other Side of Goodbye. We'll talk about what writing this story looked like for her, how her personal grief influenced the characters, and how to still find redemption even in the hard. Grab ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Other Side of Goodbye here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Heidi Chiavaroli: Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://heidimccahan.com/⁠Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/heidimccahan.authorConnect with Meagan:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/faithandfables/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Goodreads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan⁠

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Why can't leaders win anymore? No matter what you say, someone's upset. In this conversation with Carey Nieuwhof, host of one of today's most influential leadership podcasts, we unpack why 49 hours a week on our phones has created 100 different experiences in a room of 100 people. From the woman who won't use plastic cutlery to why your weird uncle believes conspiracy theories, we explore how discipleship by algorithm is fragmenting society. We also talk about the false immediacy of social media, why high performers have the strongest inner critics, the Mount Rushmore of books we recommend, and what it takes to build relationships with people you admire without jumping levels of intimacy. Plus, Carey shares why the work is the reward, how he retaught himself to read books, and why he's pursuing mastery in his 60s. If you're a leader trying to navigate this fragmented world, this conversation is for you.The Art Of Leadership AcademyIn This Episode:Grab your very own Soundtracks: The Conversations Card DeckMake sure to follow me on Instagram and share with your friends!Keep up with my book list on GoodReads!Sign up for my newsletter, Try This!Book me to speak at your event or to your team!You can grab a copy of my book All It Takes Is a Goal from your favorite bookstore or at my website!Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!

We walk through a weekly tarot spread that blends practical care, focused ambition, and playful growth. The Knights push action in love and money while the Page invites curiosity, resilience, and creative risks without losing ground.• Knight of Pentacles in love as steady acts of service and reliability• Seeking reciprocal effort and practical support from partners and friends• Knight of Swords in money as strategy, learning, and fast execution• Refreshing plans, pricing, outreach, and measurable goals• Page of Pentacles as grounded curiosity and beginner mindset• Facing fear, releasing attachment, and building resilience• Keeping hope, having fun, and making small, smart experiments• GROWN IS HOTYou can book 1:1 readings with Jez at jezminavonthiele.com, and book readings and holistic healing sessions with Paulina at romaniholistic.com.Thank you for listening to Romanistan podcast.You can find us on Instagram, TikTok, BlueSky, and Facebook @romanistanpodcast, and on Twitter @romanistanpod. To support us, Join our Patreon for extra content or donate to Ko-fi.com/romanistan, and please rate, review, and subscribe. It helps us so much. Follow Jez on Instagram @jezmina.vonthiele & Paulina @romaniholistic. You can get our book Secrets of Romani Fortune Telling, online or wherever books are sold. If you love it, please give us 5 stars on Amazon & Goodreads. Visit https://romanistanpodcast.com for events, educational resources, merch, and more. Email us at romanistanpodcast@gmail.com for inquiries. Romanistan is hosted by Jezmina Von Thiele and Paulina StevensConceived of by Paulina StevensEdited by Viktor Pachas, Bianca, Dia LunaMusic by Viktor PachasArtwork by Elijah VardoSupport the show

Too often we forget that part of England was under German occupation during WWII, but Sarah Sundin and I chatted about her newest release that takes place on Jersey. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you.  We chatted about the way the different Channel Islands spent the war.  Sarah had so many cool things she'd learned during research to share. And, I loved learning about her characters and how she came up with her story. Excellent! Mists over the Channel Islands by Sarah Sundin  Behind enemy lines, adversary and ally become impossible to distinguish. The German invasion of the British Channel Islands shatters Dr. Ivy Picot's peaceful world, forcing her to shoulder the weight of her father's medical practice and hold together a family unraveling under the strain of war. As conditions worsen in Jersey with the arrival of thousands of forced laborers, Ivy's quiet allegiance to the Allies compels her to risk everything by providing medical aid to escaped workers--even as danger closes in. Dutch engineer and resistance member Gerrit van der Zee volunteers to build fortifications for the Germans so he can secretly send maps and diagrams to the Allies. On his arrival in the Channel Islands, he crosses paths with Ivy, who shows him contempt for the uniform he wears. As tensions mount and their missions grow increasingly dangerous, Ivy and Gerrit must confront the cost of courage, the meaning of sacrifice, and whether love can survive in the shadow of war. Will their covert efforts turn the tide--or will they pay the ultimate price for defiance? Renowned WWII fiction author Sarah Sundin crafts a compelling historical romance featuring enemies-to-lovers, wartime resistance, and medical intrigue--a tale of loyalty, resilience, and courage when love and duty collide. Get Mists over the Channel Islands at 40% off and with free shipping from BakerBookHouse.com. Learn more about Sarah (and request your preorder goodies!) by visiting Sarah's WEBSITE. Also follow her on GoodReads and BookBub. Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple Castbox Google Play Libsyn RSS Spotify Amazon and more!

Harry Dresden has survived apocalypses.But surviving after one? That's another story entirely.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim reviews The Dresden Files Book 18, Twelve Months by Jim Butcher — a novel that trades nonstop spectacle for something far more powerful: grief, healing, responsibility, and growth.Set in the year following the devastating Battle of Chicago, Twelve Months follows Harry Dresden as he struggles to process trauma, loss, guilt, and the weight of everything he's survived. This is a quieter Dresden book in some ways — but also one that meaningfully advances the overarching story, deepens relationships, and delivers a strong, satisfying climax.In this spoiler-lite review, Jim discusses:• Why Twelve Months may be some of Jim Butcher's best writing• How realistically the book handles grief, loss, and recovery• The evolving (and complicated) relationship between Harry Dresden and Lara Raith• Major story progression for the series as a whole• Why Harry Dresden remains one of fantasy's great long-form protagonists• Who will love this book, and who might struggle with its pacing or approachIf you're a longtime Dresden fan, this is an essential discussion. And if you've been waiting to see whether Twelve Months was worth the long wait since Battle Ground — this review is for you.

Send us a textbum bum BUUUUUM. It's the *official* return of The Screen Queen with an episode analysis of one of the most shocking but quiet controversy of “Home” from The X-Files. This one has been on my list for a LONG time to talk about one of the controversial moments I've known about television history. But how does that age today??Opening: Your Host On The West Coast Warning AdvisoryPart 1: Reliving The Moment That Shocked FoxPart 2: Kim Manners Part 3: The True StoryPart 4: My ReviewPart 5: Where to Find Me. Support the showMy Inglorious Ink series! - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Samantha-Parrish/author/B0BNQ2D7D1?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueI'm on Goodreads! - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20042112.Samantha_ParrishHow To Support The Show! - https://ko-fi.com/queenofthescreen#linkModalArticles I've written - https://vocal.media/authors/samantha-parrishMy Linktree https://linktr.ee/themysticalspacewitch Cover art by Emily Whitacre (https://teenytinycoffeebean.carrd.co/)

Michael, Ethan, and special guest Josiah discuss The Memory of Whiteness, by Kim Stanley Robinson while drinking Suntory Toki Japanese whisky.In this episode:Accusations of cuckoo-bird-eryIs this book Faust? Is this book Alastor? Is Alastor Faust?Having a stroke, falling into a singularity: pretty much the same thingThe Contexts of Percy Bysshe Shelley's Faust Translations, by Mathelinda NabugodiDeterminism leads to free will leads to determinism leads to free will, etcHave you ever heard of a piece of music starting with a prologue???Ethan scoops Josiah, but at least he gives Josiah credit for itLots of mountain stuffThe music of the spheres? THAT's provocativeEthan loses but is only called out for it the second timeNepenthe, the drug of forgetfulnessSome extremely cool and not at all completely nerdy discussion of different types of genitiveWe are not doing any kind of linking or backgrounding of the punishment song. We're all suffering togetherNote: Josiah did force the karaoke to go on MUCH longer, but the editors have cut it down purely for the sake of avoiding a copyright strike and for no other reasonNext time Michael, Ethan, and Josiah will continue to discuss The Memory of Whiteness, by Kim Stanley Robinson! Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch Talk" in the Subject line. We'd love to hear from you! And submit your homework at the Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch page. Join us on GoodReads!Get on our Substack!Donate to our Patreon! MUSIC & SFX: "Kessy Swings Endless - (ID 349)" by Lobo Loco. Used by permission. "The Grim Reaper - II Presto" by Aitua. Used under an Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License. "Thinking It Over" by Lee Rosevere. Used under an Attribution License.(Links to books & products are affiliate links.)

Ever wonder why certain fantasy books instantly click for you… while others just don't?It might not be the book. It might be you.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, I'm matching fantasy book recommendations to common personality types, using the Myers-Briggs framework as a fun (and surprisingly accurate) way to think about reading taste.We all see the world a little differently—and that shapes the stories we're drawn to. Some readers crave structure and epic moral weight. Others want emotional depth, wild imagination, or nonstop momentum. Today, I take 10 of the most common personality types and pair each with two fantasy series that align beautifully with how those readers think, feel, and engage with story.Whether you're duty-driven, big-picture strategic, emotionally intuitive, or just here for the chaos and fun—there's a fantasy series here that fits you.

Send us a textTry CrewfictionTired of shouting into the void and hoping readers find you? We unpack a clear, stress-free system any fiction author can use to build a professional presence, get approved on Goodreads, and grow a loyal email list that powers bigger launches. With Sam from CrewFiction, we map the path from scattered links to a polished hub that ranks on Google, showcases your books, and welcomes new readers with irresistible bonuses.We start with the foundation: a clean, fast author website that imports your Amazon titles in minutes and centers the details readers actually search for—your genre and tropes. That simple shift supercharges discoverability and credibility, especially when paired with a custom domain. From there, we talk practical SEO, from search-friendly page structure and page speed to leveraging a content ecosystem that pushes your pen name and books higher in results. You'll hear how curated reviews, link-in-bio consolidation, and clear calls to action turn casual browsers into subscribers.Then we dive into list growth and retention. Reader magnets—prequels, deleted scenes, bonus epilogues—sit front and center and feed a welcome sequence that builds trust. Sam shares how CrewFiction's fiction-first newsletter platform gives you story-driven templates and launch workflows so you're never stuck wondering what to write. We also explore collaboration: finding authors with matching tropes for swaps and promos, using a searchable directory to align audiences, and tracking what works with built-in analytics, tagging, and segmentation for ARCs, superfans, and new readers.If you want a simpler way to get discovered, collect emails, and sell more books without burning out, this conversation hands you the toolkit. Subscribe for more auMy Booked Out Blueprint starts with a private 45-minute interview where I learn your business, your goals, and what's actually holding you back. From that, I create a custom roadmap showing your best route to booked out—no fluff, just clarity. It's $397, and if you move forward into Booked Out in Six, that $397 is fully credited. Book Yours Here. Are you tired of prospects ghosting you? With a Gateway Offer, that won't happen.Over the next Ten Days, we will launch and sell our Gateway Offers with the goal of reaching booked-out status!Join the challenge here. Join my events community for FREE monthly events.I offer free events each month to help you master your business's growth through marketing, sales, systems, and offer strategy. Join the community here!Support the showSchedule a Booked-out Blueprint >>> Schedule.Come tour my digital home :) >>>WebsiteWanna be friends? >>> LinkedInLet's chat every Tuesday! >>> NewsletterCatch the video podcast on YouTube >>>YouTubeJoin my event group for live events >>>Meetup

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When your past comes back and shakes up your present, what are you supposed to do? Listen in as Stacy Ladyman and I chat about her novel, Shep and the King of Hearts. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. We talked about the origin of this story and how parts of her life inspired her to attend that gambling addiction talk and then how it helped her define this story. I loved that she got to talk to those men and had pastors praying for her and the story.  It's a beautiful picture of how we're all broken and estranged and need to get back to a right relationship with each other and God. Shep and the King of Hearts by Stacy J. Ladyman Some wounds run deep. Love digs deeper. As a hospital administrator, Chris Warren thrives on order, control, and clean emotional boundaries. But when the father who abandoned her decades ago stumbles back into her life—disheveled, addicted, and clinging to what little dignity he has left—everything she's built begins to unravel. Desperate for answers—and closure—Chris finds herself reluctantly leaning on Shep, the hospital's unorthodox, chaplain whose faith is as bold as his sense of humor. What begins as a reluctant partnership becomes something far more personal as Chris and Shep navigate her father's self-destruction, each other's guarded hearts, and the jagged path toward grace. Inspired by true events, Shep and the King of Hearts is a raw and redemptive contemporary romance about love that doesn't flinch in the face of failure. This story invites you into a journey of second chances, spiritual reckoning, and the unexpected ways love breaks through—when we finally stop running. For readers who crave romance wrapped in redemption and a love story that heals more than just the heart. Faith. Forgiveness. Falling in love. Begin the journey now. Learn more about Stacy on her WEBSITE and follow on GoodReads and BookBub. Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple Castbox Google Play Libsyn RSS Spotify Amazon and more!

Step into one of Stephen King's darkest worlds as I review The Long Walk (2025), a bleak, brutal, and unsettling dystopian thriller that dares you to keep watching.Based on King's early Richard Bachman novel, The Long Walk imagines a near-future America where teenage boys volunteer for a televised endurance contest with one simple rule: keep walking… or die. What unfolds isn't flashy horror, but something far more disturbing: psychological erosion, government control, and a society willing to cheer it all on.In this spoiler-light review, I break down:• Why The Long Walk is such a brutal viewing experience• How faithful the film is to King's original novel• The surprisingly effective, low-key menace of Mark Hamill in a chilling antagonist role• Why this movie worked incredibly well for me… and absolutely did not work for my wife• Seven reasons this film may deeply resonate with you• And why, for some viewers, this will just be too much!This is not an easy watch, but it is a powerful one. A disturbing warning about authoritarianism, conformity, and what happens when people stop pushing back and just keep going with the flow.

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they're ringing in the start of 2026 by discussing the 2016 trend, and all the content that dropped over the holiday break! They're chatting People We Meet on Vacation, the golden globes, Ponies, Emily in Paris, Heated Rivalry, Traitors, Stranger Things, the Taylor Swift doc, and more!Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls TEAM EDWARD: new bonus AMA is up now, and the first Heated Rivalry episode commentary will be up shortly if it's not already!MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 1:35:57Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  Get Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156We'll be at LOVE LIT CON in San Diego! https://lovelit.com/Our TFF Panel with Christina Lauren will be at 2:15 pm on Friday!!

What makes a great ensemble cast in science fiction, fantasy, and horror TV?It's not just one breakout character. It's chemistry. It's balance. It's a cast where everyone matters—and where removing just one person would collapse the whole story.In this episode, Jim counts down his Top 10 Ensemble Casts in SFFH Television, spanning decades and genres. Rankings are based on a blend of critical reception, fan love, cultural impact, and—let's be honest—Jim's personal opinion. Mileage will vary, and that's part of the fun.We also give some love to a couple of honorable mentions that didn't quite crack the Top 10 but still delivered outstanding ensemble performances.⚔️ Expect praise, snark, hot takes, and probably at least one ranking that makes you say, “Okay Jim… but hear me out.”

What happens when an average guy suddenly inherits a global villain empire?Not metaphorically.Not “my boss is evil.”Actual secret lairs, corporate espionage, assassination attempts… and sentient cats who absolutely know more than they're telling.Today, I'm giving a spoiler-lite review of Starter Villain, a fast, hilarious, and surprisingly sharp novel from John Scalzi that blends spy-craft, corporate satire, and absurdist humor into one wildly entertaining package.In this episode, I cover:• Why the premise works far better than it has any right to• How Scalzi turns villainy into a workplace comedy• Why the cats are a genuine highlight (and mildly terrifying)• What kind of reader will love this book—and who might not• Why this was the perfect read right before the new Dresden Files novel droppedI was laughing out loud again and again, and this one instantly pushed more Scalzi books higher up my TBR.Have you read Starter Villain yet?Are you team “Never Trust the Cats”?Let me know your thoughts in the comments!

Every fantasy fan knows the moment.“Well… in the book…”Adaptations always change things. Sometimes those changes elevate the story. Sometimes they make it more accessible. And sometimes they completely miss the point of what made the book special in the first place.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim and Zach dive into fantasy adaptations that significantly changed their source material—and whether those changes worked for better or for worse.This isn't a “the book is always better” rant.It's a thoughtful conversation about translation, intent, character, tone, and why some changes succeed while others fail.

What if the most ordinary creatures in your home… weren't ordinary at all?In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim dives into the graphic novel retelling of The Cats of Ulthar, written by Bruce Brown—an atmospheric, beautifully crafted adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft's classic short story.Lovecraft was famous for twisting everyday reality into something cosmically unsettling, and The Cats of Ulthar may be one of his most quietly disturbing tales. This graphic novel breathes new life into that century-old story, pairing eerie moral justice with striking artwork and a tone that feels both timeless and fresh.We'll talk about:• How this adaptation honors Lovecraft while making the story accessible• Why the artwork, lettering, and overall production quality stand out• The unsettling idea that cats may be more aware—and more powerful—than we give them credit for• Who this graphic novel is perfect for… and who might want to pass⚠️ Spoiler-lite discussion only ⚠️If you enjoy horror-tinged fantasy, Lovecraftian vibes, and graphic novels that linger in your mind after you've closed the cover, this one's worth your time.

Join us for a thrilling kickoff to 2026 on The Whitfield Report Special as host Sam Whitfield sits down with acclaimed thriller author Eric P. Bishop (@EPBAuthor on X) to celebrate the launch of his latest novel, DREXEL!In this exclusive interview, Eric dives deep into the high-octane world of The Omega Group Series. As the third installment (and a gripping origin story for fan-favorite character Captain Troy Evans), DREXEL delivers pulse-pounding action, intricate intrigue, and the signature twists that have made Eric's books must-reads. Hear about his creative process, the challenges of indie publishing, and why this book is a game-changer for the series—perfect for fans of The Body Man and Supreme Justice.Eric shares insights on character development, his "NEVER QUIT" mantra, and tips for aspiring writers. Plus, get the inside scoop on what's next for The Omega Group and his popular 2 Scribes Podcast.Whether you're a longtime reader or new to Eric's edge-of-your-seat thrillers, this episode is packed with excitement. DREXEL is now available in ebook, paperback, and hardcover—grab your copy today and leave a review!Buy DREXEL on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G27LGNS8Follow Eric P. Bishop on X: https://x.com/EPBAuthorEric's Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Eric%20Bishop/author/B098FFJPLXEric on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21953258.Eric_P_BishopStream the full episode on YouTube or catch the replay on X. Don't miss this adrenaline-fueled conversation!#TheWhitfieldReport #DREXEL #EricPBishop #ThrillerBooks #OmegaGroupSeriesPlease Support The Show:Sam's Substack: https://samwhitfield.substack.com/Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/TheWhitfieldReport2nd YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WhitfieldReportReloadedKick Channel: https://kick.com/whitfieldreportSam's Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sam-Whitfield/author/B00M1DNU88?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DIcoDO0BIDyuH7SWIsAB8?si=8c06106f817d4eebAmerican Instinct Pulp Adventures: https://americaninstinct.substack.comFollow Sam on X and Instagram @SamW_NGCFollow Right To Offend Media on X @RTOMediaBuy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/whitfieldreport

Come ride bareback with The Girls! This week Vanessa is presenting “Saving The Rain” by Elliott Rose! It's from the Crimson Ridge series, previously shared by Vanessa in episode 79 and by Emily in episode 105! In book four, Kayce Wilder gets injured in a bull riding competition, and his only cure is the forbidden love of his rival bull rider…who happens to be his step brother?! Zeke Rainer, whom we have to call him Raine, comes to the ranch to cover Kayce's duties, but he ends up covering way more than that! With Raine's help, Kayce has a chance to heal and to come into his own (jeans). Take a bath, slip and slide across the bench seat of a truck, and tune in!New Episodes out every Tuesday! Join our Patreon to receive early, ad- free (and bonus!) episodes and more! Patreon.com/ClutchMyPearlsPod We have *NEW* MERCH go to ClutchMyPearlsPod.com to check it out!Watch the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel! Follow @ClutchMyPearlsPod on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram and GoodReads! We have *NEW* MERCH go to ClutchMyPearlsPod.com to check it out!Do you have a smut recommendation for the girls? Send an email to: ClutchMyPearlsPod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you ready to live courageously? Author, minister, and Lions Unchained podcast host Carl Joseph explores what it truly means to live courageously. In this inspiring conversation, Carl Joseph opens up about his own journey from feeling unfulfilled—even while achieving success—to finding a bold faith in Christ that transformed every aspect of his life. Together, they dive deep into the importance of knowing your true identity, overcoming complacency and comparison, and how courage is fostered not by our own strength but through an active, daily relationship with God. Whether you're facing challenges at work, struggling with forgiveness, or simply longing to step into your purpose, this episode will leave you equipped with practical wisdom and renewed inspiration to unleash the warrior within. Don't miss this powerful dialogue on courage, faith, and living boldly as you were meant to! Inside This Episode: Carl Joseph shares how true courage isn't something we muster up, but a gift that flows from our relationship with Christ. Discover why knowing your identity in Christ is the foundation for unshakeable boldness. Learn practical tips on overcoming discouragement, complacency, and the comparison trap—so YOU can rise and stand firm. Insightful discussion on how the healing power of God flows when we deal with bitterness and unforgiveness. Tina Yeager and Carl Joseph unpack the difference between "busyness" and true purpose, and why the boldest life starts with a simple act: setting your focus on God each day. Listener Takeaways: Regularly take inventory of your heart—ask God to reveal any hidden hurts or blocks. Don't let pride or the urge to "do it all yourself" rob you of the Father's strength. Humility opens the door for God's power. Bold faith isn't slanderous; it's about walking in truth, love, and the authority God gives—reflecting Jesus through both compassion and conviction. When you feel overwhelmed or aimless, remember: God's vision for you is revealed step by step as you listen and walk with Him. Want More? Dive deeper by checking out Carl Joseph's latest book, Lionheart: Unleash the Warrior Within, available on all major booksellers. You can also explore hundreds of free podcast episodes, insightful articles, and videos at carljosephministries.com. Stay Connected! If today's episode fueled your courage, share it with a friend and let us know what bold step you're taking next.  We're thrilled to accompany you on this journey of faith, growth, and transformation. As always, we appreciate your support! Please subscribe and share this episode. We can't wait for you to join us for future episodes of Flourish-Meant. To book Tina as a speaker, connect with her life coaching services, and more, visit her website: https://tinayeager.com/ Optimize your mind and body with my new favorite, all-inclusive supplement, Cardio Miracle! I love the energy and focus this health-boosting drink mix provides without toxins, caffeine, or sugar! Get a discount on your purchase with my link: http://www.cardiomiracle.com/tinayeager Use the code TINA10 at checkout. To flourish in all seasons of life with the highest quality nutraceutical health supplements that benefit charitable causes, shop NutraMedix wellness supplements. Be sure to use my link  https://www.nutramedix.com/?rfsn=7877557.b6c6785 and add my special code TINA to get 10% off your entire purchase! If you're a writer, subscribe to Inkspirations Online (devotional publication by writers for writers): https://www.inkspirationsonline.com/ Manage stress and anxiety in 10 minutes a day with the course presented by 15 experts, Subdue Stress and Anxiety https://divineencouragement.onlinecoursehost.com/courses Connect with Tina at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyeagerwriting/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinayeager/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tina.yeager.9/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TinaYeager Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tyeagerwrites/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3865622.Tina_Yeager  Stock Media provided by Talekeeper_Music / Pond5 https://www.pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/87553658-inspirational-cinematic-trailer-p5

Goodreads -https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18242565.C_K_MillerFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/Roanfire/Instagram - https://instagram.com/ckmillerbooksTiktok - @c.k.millerwebsite - www.ckmillerbooks.comGrowing up as a cultural chameleon—seven years in Germany followed by American high school at fourteen—I quickly learned that feeling like you don't quite fit anywhere is pretty universal. Turns out, navigating high school without knowing all fifty states while thinking in German makes for interesting conversations and even better story material.Writing became my happy place, starting with shared notebooks and collaborative stories that helped me master English while building friendships. Of course, life had other plans, throwing chronic migraines and health challenges into the mix for over twenty-five years. But hey, when life gives you mysterious symptoms, you become a natural health research ninja! I've tried everything from extreme nutrition plans to tailored exercise routines, and I've learned more about wellness than I ever expected.My debut YA fantasy The Phoenix Host actually started with a tiny blue agate necklace from my rock-loving dad. That little stone sparked an entire world where my main character deals with magically-induced headaches. Because, apparently I write what I know, even in fantasy! After twelve rejection letters and an… interesting publishing experience, I found my publishing groove and have now released all four books in the Roanfire Saga, with over 4,000 copies sold.I write for teens who are figuring out where they belong in this crazy world, probably because I'm still figuring that out myself. These days, having finally cracked the code on my health puzzle, I'm fascinated by how stories can be both our escape hatch when we need a break, and our compass when we're ready to face whatever comes next. Currently diving into the mental and brain side of health because, well, because there's always another chapter.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-zennurgy-podcast/exclusive-content

What was it like to encounter Jesus in everyday life when he walked on this earth? Heidi Chiavaroli's new book Draw Close to Jesus is a devotional style biblical fiction that invites you to do exactly that! In this episode, we talk about how this book became a devotional, what the season of Lent is, and how imagination can draw us closer to the heart of Jesus. Grab ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Draw Close to Jesus here⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Heidi Chiavaroli: Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://heidichiavaroli.com/⁠Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/heidichiavaroliConnect with Meagan:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/faithandfables/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Goodreads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan⁠

What happens when you set a goal for 20,000 followers in six months and hit half a million instead? Caitlin Campbell built a seven-figure coffee business in the public eye, navigating viral videos, negative comments, and sudden fame along the way. In this episode, Caitlin shares how she went from youth pastor to coffee entrepreneur, why video 2000 was the one that changed everything, and the mindset shift that helped her turn trolls into traction. We dive into the reality of building a business on social media, why she's deliberately not opening a brick-and-mortar shop yet, and what it's like when strangers hug you in coffee shops. If you've ever thought about turning your passion into a business or wondered how to stay consistent when the middle feels like a slog, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom. Plus, you'll discover why the algorithm doesn't care if people love you or hate you—it just wants engagement.Order Caitlin's Coffee: streetbrew.caIn This Episode:Grab your very own Soundtracks: The Conversations Card DeckMake sure to follow me on Instagram and share with your friends!Keep up with my book list on GoodReads!Sign up for my newsletter, Try This!Book me to speak at your event or to your team!You can grab a copy of my book All It Takes Is a Goal from your favorite bookstore or at my website!Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!

Don't know about you, but I don't think there's enough Christian dystopian novels out, but thanks to Katelyn E. Pfeiffer, we have another series. Listen in as we chat about the first book of the Provenance Chronicles, City of End.  note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. City of End by Katelyn E. Pfeiffer  The year is 4085. Aoire, a young woman with a hidden past, is living in secret in the underground cavern City of End. A great evil has been growing, waging war on the human race since the day a nuclear genocide eradicated the surface of the Earth in 3080. Now on End's most important day of the year, Aoire must reveal herself not only to all of End, but to the dark forces as well. Can she find a way to save her city, while also navigating the destiny forced upon her and her desire to finally have a life to call her own? Learn more about Katelyn on her WEBSITE and follow on GoodReads and BookBub. Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple Castbox Google Play Libsyn RSS Spotify Amazon and more!

What if the end of the world didn't come from zombies, nukes, or aliens—but from nanotechnology doing exactly what it was designed to do?In this episode, Jim reviews the Plague Year Trilogy by Jeff Carlson, an underrated dystopian science-fiction series that imagines a frighteningly plausible nanotech apocalypse. We dig into what works, what doesn't, and who this fast-paced, bleak trilogy is really for.

From the Ruffed Grouse Society:“With heavy hearts, we share the news that Glen Robert Blackwood, a beloved friend, colleague and devoted conservationist, passed away on Dec. 29, 2025, at age 62. Glen's passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who knew him and in the broader conservation community he served so passionately.” (continue reading at ruffedgrousesociety.org) Obituary: https://www.grcremation.com/obituaries/glen-blackwood Episode Highlights (from the original recording): Barn parties and popping for bass Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock Society update Upland anthologies Books for various upland species Glen's recommendations for some good reads Listen back to this conversation with Glen Blackwood of the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society. Timestamps: [00:00] – Introduction to the episode. [01:27] – Tribute to Glenn Blackwood. [06:26] – Glen's conservation work with RGS and AWS. [07:24] – Glen's background and journey into upland hunting. [11:35] – Early bird hunting memories with family. [17:06] – A teenage fishing story with a lesson from his father. [25:08] – Conservation projects and habitat work in Michigan. [28:15] – Favorite books and key sporting literature titles. [41:20] – Reflections on rereading and gaining perspective. [49:49] – Dogless grouse hunting and lesser-known authors. [56:09] – Glen's top bird hunting book picks by species. [59:02] – Signs of a strong bird season and closing thoughts. Become a Patreon Support | patreon.com/birdshot Follow us | @birdshot.podcast Use Promo Code | BSP20 to save 20% with onX Hunt The Birdshot Podcast is presented by onX Hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We read the Seven of Swords for love, the Queen of Cups for money, and the Tower for guidance, drawing a straight line from gut truth to financial flow to necessary change. We share practical steps to spot red flags, invite abundance, and stay calm when life shakes.• Seven of Swords as love: honesty, red flags, self-betrayal checks• How to bring concerns up with clarity and boundaries• Queen of Cups money energy: treat money as living flow• Simple money magic plus practical steps for momentum• New moon in Capricorn as a boost for grounded action• Tower guidance: release attachments and rebuild with integrity• Somatic tips for staying soft through sudden changeYou can book 1:1 readings with Jez at jezminavonthiele.com, and book readings and holistic healing sessions with Paulina at romaniholistic.com.Thank you for listening to Romanistan podcast.You can find us on Instagram, TikTok, BlueSky, and Facebook @romanistanpodcast, and on Twitter @romanistanpod. To support us, Join our Patreon for extra content or donate to Ko-fi.com/romanistan, and please rate, review, and subscribe. It helps us so much. Follow Jez on Instagram @jezmina.vonthiele & Paulina @romaniholistic. You can get our book Secrets of Romani Fortune Telling, online or wherever books are sold. If you love it, please give us 5 stars on Amazon & Goodreads. Visit https://romanistanpodcast.com for events, educational resources, merch, and more. Email us at romanistanpodcast@gmail.com for inquiries. Romanistan is hosted by Jezmina Von Thiele and Paulina StevensConceived of by Paulina StevensEdited by Viktor Pachas, Bianca, Dia LunaMusic by Viktor PachasArtwork by Elijah VardoSupport the show

Some books are incredible experiences.They challenge us.They wreck us emotionally.They leave a permanent mark.And then… once is enough.In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim and Zach talk about fantasy, science fiction, and horror books they're genuinely glad they read, but have absolutely no desire to ever revisit. Not because they're bad. Not because they failed. But because they succeeded too well.We discuss:• Emotionally devastating reads• Intellectually exhausting masterpieces• Surprise heavyweights that hit harder than expected• Horror novels that did their job too well• Why rereadability is NOT the same thing as qualityThis is a reflective, conversation-driven episode about how we read, why we read, and how our relationship with books changes over time.

If you love a gripping story with solid faith content and a bit of time travel (who doesn't love time travel, right?), look no further than Sarah Hanks' Time Sailors series. Listen in as we discuss the second book in her series, Braving Fiery Waters. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I loved the first book in this series, so I'm confident this second one will be even better! Braving Fiery Waters by Sarah Hanks Her husband died in a fire. Now she's heading straight into one. Marina Stone planned an ideal family vacation, perfect for reconnecting with her two teenagers after their father's death. But those plans go drastically away when she time sails to the White Cloud in the year 1859. Now she must face her greatest fears and complete a mystery mission before she can return to her life and children. But what if they no longer truly need her or want her? A family vacation to South Haven, Michigan, was the last thing Aiden wanted for his summer. Having just been dumped by his girlfriend and ticket to his future, he'd rather numb his mind with adventure. But when he connects with Nevaeh, a girl whose beauty is only matched by her faith, he might find there's no place he'd rather be. When his sister runs away, he must work with Nevaeh to help guide her home. In this second book in the Time Sailors series, new friends join the old in a faith-filled time travel novel you won't soon forget. Learn more about Sarah on her WEBSITE and follow her on GoodReads and BookBub. Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple Castbox Google Play Libsyn RSS Spotify Amazon and more!

Description:Today, we're stepping into the candlelit, corseted world of Victorian England with New York Times bestselling author Madeline Martin—a master of emotionally rich, meticulously researched historical fiction. Madeline's novels (The Last Bookshop in London, The Librarian Spy, The Keeper of Hidden Books) have introduced millions of readers to hidden corners of history where ordinary people wield books as lifelines, rebellion, and hope. Her latest work and our December JHBC pick, The Secret Book Society, is no exception. Set in an era when women were warned that reading could “inflame the imagination,” The Secret Book Society follows Lady Duxbury—a thrice-widowed countess trailed by scandalous whispers—who covertly gathers a small circle of women for tea…and contraband literature. What begins as shared curiosity blooms into a daring underground society where women read the stories they've been forbidden, claim a power they've been denied, and build the kind of sisterhood that can spark a quiet revolution. In this conversation, we pull back the velvet curtain on: how real Victorian restrictions inspired her fictional rebellion the archival rabbit holes that uncovered surprising truths about women, reading, and resistance the power of “found family” in times of surveillance, judgment, and constraint why stories become sanctuaries when the world demands silence Thought-provoking Quotes: “Reading can really provide such lightness in dark times.” – Madeline Martin “Every book that I've written, I have been to the location where it is set. And I've been able to get that really wonderful firsthand experience of being there. I feel like it takes this black and white world and colors it in this really vivid, wonderful way that lets me accurately convey it onto the book for hopefully what makes for a very evocative read for the reader.” –  Madeline Martin “If you read a book and it's so good you can't put it down, you read it over the course of a weekend, and you can viscerally recall every part of that story, from what the character drank and ate, to what they wore, to that snarky little one-liner that they gave the antagonist. But if you took six months to read that book, you might have a different experience. So for me, when I get to write that book in one month, it's like I'm living in their skin, and I'm living in their heads.” – Madeline Martin Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Outlander by Diana Gabaldon - https://amzn.to/4iv5e3C The Last Bookshop in London: A Novel of World War II by Madeline Martin - https://amzn.to/4pKU0uq For the Love: Fighting for Grace in a World of Impossible Standards by Jen Hatmaker – https://amzn.to/48AqikP A Time of Witches: A Novel by Madeline Martin – https://amzn.to/3MBpnJl The Forgotten Pages by Madeline Martin – coming 2027 Goodreads 2025 Reading Challenge – https://www.goodreads.com/readingchallenges?ref=rc_summerreading_25 The Hope Keeper: A Novel by Heather Webb –https://amzn.to/48uJkc2 The Lotus Shoes: A Novel by Jane Yang – https://amzn.to/447ANuy Guest's Links: Website - https://madelinemartin.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/madelinemmartin/ Twitter - https://x.com/MadelineMMartin Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MadelineMartinAuthor Pinterest - https://www.instagram.com/madelinemmartin/ Substack - https://authormadelinemartin.substack.com/subscribe Connect with Jen!Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmakerJen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmakerJen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. 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

This week, Mike, Paloma, and Paul discuss some of their latest bargain bin picks in an episode commissioned by one of the show's listeners, Avocado Kenobi, aka Shane. Links:https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/92bfe182-4dc9-47ae-ad55-0ecf18ccdba2https://www.goodreads.com/challenges/25314-ircb-s-2026-reading-challengehttps://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/profile/eckospider/lists/145084/i-read-comic-books-podcast-2026-reading-challengeTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:03:39 - What If #37 The Beast and The Thing Continued to Mutate?00:11:47 - Eddie Brock: Carnage #100:19:06 - 1963 #1-600:28:44 - Marvel Team Up #96 Spider-Man and Howard the Duck00:36:44 - Am I Actually The Strongest? Vol 100:49:06 - Discord Picks00:49:36 - DROME00:50:40 - Orange: The Complete Collection 100:53:44 - Tokyo Alien Bros VOL 0300:58:10 - WrapProducer: Mike Rapin & Kait LamphereProoflistener: Nick WhiteEditor: Zander Riggs Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELIRCB Logo by Kyle RoseSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives, A Better Batmobile, and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastBuy a copy of our anniversary zine Totally Not A Cult: https://ircbpodcast.com/shop/p/totally-not-a-cult-zine-1Email: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @ircbpodcastInstagram: @ircbpodcastDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/E8JUB9sReddit: ireadcomicbooks.reddit.comIRCB GoodreadsMerch: ircbpodcast.com/shop

Come hunt vampires with The Girls! This week Barbara is presenting “Cursebound” by Sadie Kincaid and LJ Morrow! Book one in the Curse of Blood series introduces us to the vampire hunter Rosa Capelli! Rosa isn't like the other vampire hunters, she is a Seer that takes out all the bad vampires, just like Tom Cruise in Minority Report! Rosa didn't *see* Luca Da Firenze, the super hot and super old (400!) vampire mafia capo, coming into her life, but he's here and she can't escape him, not that she would want to! Their bond might be that of soulmates (hello silver eye rings!), but it comes at a cost. Get your grinch fingers, squirt your water bottle, and serve your beef hot because you're in danger girl! Twilight-run your way to tuning in! New Episodes out every Tuesday! Join our Patreon to receive early, ad- free (and bonus!) episodes and more! Patreon.com/ClutchMyPearlsPod Watch the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel! Follow @ClutchMyPearlsPod on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram and GoodReads! Do you have a smut recommendation for the girls? Send an email to: ClutchMyPearlsPod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if everything you thought about optimism was wrong? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Gervais, high-performance psychologist who's worked with the Seattle Seahawks, Felix Baumgartner, and world-class performers across every field. We dive deep into why optimism isn't naive positivity but the ground zero of mental toughness, how Felix overcame crippling claustrophobia to jump from 130,000 feet, and why every world's best performer Michael has worked with is fundamentally optimistic. You'll discover the difference between grounded optimism and naive optimism, why your brain's survival bias is working against you, how to extinguish fear using systematic desensitization, and why mastery requires looseness, not control. Plus, Michael breaks down the power of "yes, and" conversations, becoming a researcher of amazing, and why emotions are running the whole show. If you've ever thought optimism was soft or unrealistic, this conversation will change your mind.Dr. Michael Gervais' Website: https://findingmastery.com/In This Episode:Grab your very own Soundtracks: The Conversations Card DeckMake sure to follow me on Instagram and share with your friends!Keep up with my book list on GoodReads!Sign up for my newsletter, Try This!Book me to speak at your event or to your team!You can grab a copy of my book All It Takes Is a Goal from your favorite bookstore or at my website!Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!

Brea and Mallory discuss how they're tracking books in the new year! Plus, they go over their CAWPILEs from 2025, and test out a bookish candle. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreThe Reading Glasses Book!Sponsors -Apron Notebookswww.apronnotebooks.comCODE: GLASSESZocDocwww.zocdoc.com/GLASSESLinks -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupWish ListNewsletterLibro.fmTo join our Discord channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership!www.maximumfun.org/joinCAWPILE EpisodeCAWPILE by Book RoastBook BuddyBookish Candle Books Mentioned -Abundance by Ezra Klein and Derek ThompsonA Physical Education by Casey Johnston