Podcasts about Gumdrop

We've put Indiana Jones aside this week and embrace Hannibal Lector via Angelus. Join us as Harrison introduces us to Gumdrop the Unicorn, Oedipus Rex shoutouts, and poorly thought out blood delivery systems. It's Angel S4E11: Soulless!   Twitter, IG, & FB: @boozeandbuffy Email: boozeandbuffy@gmail.com Art Credit: Mark David Corley  Music Credit: Grace Robertson

Candace Rae (Dave's Wife) is in with this weeks "Dave Wheeler's Sports Opinion Read by His Wife Candace Rae) and some extra bloopers hit the cutting room floor that Dave exploited and offered for some Shrek level comedy (this will make sense after you press play).  Dave and Tyler also tackle the upcoming Tik Tok ban and the ongoing debate of Canada/USA relations.@TylerCarrfm@Energy106fmTyler Carr on Tik Tok

This week we fight our fellow man when we review The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim. Then we fight our feelings with a review of Queer. We also discuss Carry On. All while drinking Not the Gumdrop Buttons. A double milk stout by Prairie Artisan Ales, out of Krebs, Oklahoma. Followed by Peanut Butter Strawberry Jelly Hill. A fruited sour by Southern Grist Brewing Company, out of Nashville, Tennessee. Intro and Beer Selection 0:00-14:47 The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim Review 14:47-50:01 2nd Beer Selection 50:01-58:58 Queer Review 58:58-1:42:03 Nano Reviews 1:42:03-1:50:43 Outro 1:50:43-1:57:40 Subscribe to our Patreon for premium episodes! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Spotify! Follow us on  Podbean! Follow us on Instagram! Follow us on TikTok! You can buy individual premium episodes on our Bandcamp! Send your questions and comments to sudsandcinemapodcast@gmail.com Logo and Artwork by @djmikeholiday

In this episode of The Localist, Carrie Rollwagen shares the story of a screenprinting business called Sugartop Gumdrop, which she started with her friend John Yam. Full of creativity but lacking business experience, the two faced a steep learning curve as they tackled the Print Gocco machine, built their own store display, and eventually expanded into other products.    This story is part of a series to close out our 2024 season. For full show notes, head to carrierollwagen.com/podcasts.  

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This week on The #MiamiTech Podcast the hosts chat with Jeremy Wood founder at OpenStore.While working at Google, he watched as companies like Shopify brought small businesses online and was re-energized by the space. When Keith Rabois told me about an idea to maintain founder-created brands while giving the founder liquidity so they can move on, he knew he was onto something big. The goal was to preserve those brands that might otherwise get shut down. They launched less than a year ago and it's been incredible working with such a passionate, energized team here in Miami. We've already acquired a number of Shopify businesses and have very ambitious goals for next year.Topics on Deck:- His Experience working @google- Building @openstore in Miami with @rabois- Solving Liquidity Problems for Merchants- Developing a New Influencer Marketplace at getgumdrop.app- We Share Our Favorite Miami Restaurants!- And More!Follow Jeremy on Instgram:https://www.instagram.com/jemdwood/?hl=enCheck out OpenStore: https://open.storeGreat Article in Forbes about Jeremy and OpenStore:https://www.forbes.com/sites/garydrenik/2022/01/05/the-startup-that-allows-shopify-merchants-to-cash-in-on-their-business/?sh=6b8af3f8a3e3Check out Gumdrop:https://www.getgumdrop.appFollow the Hosts:Brian Breslin @BrianBreslinMaria Derchi @MariaDerchiIf Interested in being on the podcast please email: Miamitechpod@gmail.comPlease Like + Subscribe + Rate + Review!#miamitech #miamitechpod #crypto #nft #technology #startup

After the games against Slick, Abrams, Badger, and Gumdrop, our heroes are sent by Berg to Chalkies for some team bonding and recouping of their health and stamina.Game Master: Chad MatchetteRaúl Parera AKA Astor: Cesar AlacronSir Reginald Tippery AKA Falstaff: Morgan CollinsTerri Bliss AKA Dart: Natasha SukorokoffPat Roleman AKA Paramount: Robin “Coach” Sukorokoff“Legends” Co-Creators: Chad and Jack MatchettePodcast Editors: Emily Matchette and Chad MatchetteBUY “LEGENDS: THE SUPERHERO ROLE PLAYING GAME” NOW: https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000192338578Listen to “Legends: The Superhero Soundtrack” on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5mBxdCslTJ1u1aBHetIiem?si=lt4_4_RUSISSP4E1e_7HiwTweet about the show using #thelegendscast for the chance to have an NPC named after you!For our super fans who would like to help us make the show the best it can be, please consider becoming a patron here: https://www.patreon.com/thelegendscastCheck out our heroic merch here: https://thelegendscast.threadless.com/#Come hang out with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jYpYhN3fTVFor more information head over to our website: https://www.matchplaygames.ca/Theme music by Omar Chakor (https://www.instagram.com/theorce/) through Fiverr (https://www.fiverr.com/ch6k0r)Underscoring by Sayer Roberts (https://www.instagram.com/roberts.the.sayer/) - check him out on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 and SideBiz Studio!: https://bit.ly/3kdunQJCLICK HERE TO BUY “LEGENDS: THE SUPERHERO ROLE PLAYING GAME”!Support the show

Our heroes face off against Slick, Abrams, Badger, and Gumdrop. Will they be able to dodge their attacks?Game Master: Chad MatchetteRaúl Parera AKA Astor: Cesar AlacronSir Reginald Tippery AKA Falstaff: Morgan CollinsTerri Bliss AKA Dart: Natasha SukorokoffPat Roleman AKA Paramount: Robin “Coach” Sukorokoff“Legends” Co-Creators: Chad and Jack MatchettePodcast Editors: Emily Matchette and Chad MatchetteBUY “LEGENDS: THE SUPERHERO ROLE PLAYING GAME” NOW: https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000192338578Listen to “Legends: The Superhero Soundtrack” on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5mBxdCslTJ1u1aBHetIiem?si=lt4_4_RUSISSP4E1e_7HiwTweet about the show using #thelegendscast for the chance to have an NPC named after you!For our super fans who would like to help us make the show the best it can be, please consider becoming a patron here: https://www.patreon.com/thelegendscastCheck out our heroic merch here: https://thelegendscast.threadless.com/#Come hang out with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jYpYhN3fTVFor more information head over to our website: https://www.matchplaygames.ca/Theme music by Omar Chakor (https://www.instagram.com/theorce/) through Fiverr (https://www.fiverr.com/ch6k0r)Underscoring by Sayer Roberts (https://www.instagram.com/roberts.the.sayer/) - check him out on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 and SideBiz Studio!: https://bit.ly/3kdunQJCLICK HERE TO BUY “LEGENDS: THE SUPERHERO ROLE PLAYING GAME”!Support the show

Ready for round 2 of Monster or Myth? Join Sav and Bree as they hear about the spooky tale of Mr. Gumdrop from Zach and try to decipher if it is a real monster or a made of myth. Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/slightlyscarypod/  https://twitter.com/slightlyscary13  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089856638802  https://www.tiktok.com/@slightlyscarypod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/slightlyscarypod/support

The girls interview their masked guest as Laura returns from Switzerland. Gumdrop nipples, irrational fear, the cost of good meat, & prostate romance... you won't know what will come up next. Follow Danny Steele on IG @xdannysteelex & Alex coal @botheringalex Leave a voicemail at 702-900-6446 for Molly & Laura to hear on the show. Share your stories, questions, comments on episodes, moments of discovery, anything you want us to hear! You can also EMAIL the show at twndpodcast@gmail.com - we love hearing from our listeners, so get involved! Follow the podcast on Instagram @twndpodcast Follow Molly on Instagram/TikTok @thisredheadissfw Follow Laura on Instagram/TikTok @whamglamartistry - SPONSORS - Support the show you love so we can keep bringing you episodes! Check out our amazing sponsors: MANSCAPED has the best tools for your family jewels! Experience a close shave without all the unpleasant accidents & help support the show! Go to http://bit.ly/ManscapedTWND and use code TWND to save 20% + Free Shipping on your order! You balls will thank you, and we do too! Get hydrated and STAY hydrated with the amazing taste of LiquidIV with a special deal for my listeners! 15% off when you use code TWND or this link: http://bit.ly/TWNDLIV | #LIVPartner Quinky fantasy-wear? Yes, please! Treat yourself or your partner to something from misterpierre.com and use code TWND to save on your purchase! Surprise your partner (or even yourself) with something very geeky to use in the bedroom! Geeky S*x Toys has everything to fulfilly your fantasy from lightsabers (that feel like RIGHTsabers) to colorful tentacles! Use code TWND10 to save 10% at http://bit.ly/twnd10GEEKY Do you need a new ring light? Want to give something to that cute streamer in your life that is just as adorable as they are? Use my affiliate link and help support this podcast! Shop Kawaii Lighting for all your RGB ring light needs: bit.ly/KawaiiTWND #mentalhealth #girltalk #twnd #twndpodcast #manscaped #manscapedpod #sponsored #ad --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twnd/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twnd/support

Joining me this week is a legend in my world who has been big in growing PMPM. He is a cop in Michigan so we talk about what is going on with Law enforcement in his state. We have a lengthy discussion on the MSU Shooting, Meghan Hall lawsuit, what is the right sized department, solutions to hiring issues, the first day alone in a patrol car, and we also talk about the Grand Rapids OIS that has a cop heading to court. Please support our sponsors who make this podcast possible. Sunday podcasts are brought to you by my friends over at OfficerPrivacy.com OfficerPrivacy has software that allows you to quickly remove your personal information from the internet. Use their software FREE for 14 days. Or their team of LEO's will remove your info for you. Sign up and feel safe again. Check out our friends at Police Fit Download your FREE Nutrition Essentials E-Book http://eepurl.com/hpjmtf Join our Members page below for free E-books, recipe books and training, mindset and nutrition videos. Police Fit is an online personal training company who specializes in training Police applicants and current Serving Police Men and Women. Being ex Police members we understand the demands and stress of attending critical incidents working shift work and the difficulties this creates when trying to maintain your health and fitness. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1725385161090146/?ref=share PMPM coins - www.ghostpatch.com PMPM Merch - https://poorly-made-police-memes.creator-spring.com/? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorly-made-police-memes/support

Welcome to February 15th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate getting serious about dairy and a smooth candy king. Wisconsin is one of the biggest dairy producers in the United States, each year generating over 30 billion pounds of milk-related foods. So it shouldn't come as a surprise that the state takes butter very seriously. In fact, Wisconsin outlawed the sale of margarine for decades. During World War II, sales of margarine were allowed because of milk rationing. But it wasn't allowed to be yellow in order to avoid confusing it with real butter. It took until 1967 before the state allowed the sale of yellow margarine. Even today there are Wisconsin laws intended to make the difference clear. On National Wisconsin Day, we toast the Badger State and all its natural beauty. But make sure it's butter on that toast, my friend. Or else. Percy Truesdell was named the Gumdrop King for his improvement of the candy. Percy worked in the chemistry labs of Ohio State State University and it was here that he made a discovery. By adding the perfect amount of starch to the recipe, the once solid glob of sugar became a smooth, chewy confection. The original flavors of clove, allspice, cinnamon and spearmint are not as popular today but they do go nicely on gingerbread houses. Most people still prefer cherry, grape, orange and lemon and thanks to the Gumdrop King we can celebrate National Gumdrop Day without breaking our teeth. I'm Anna Devere and I'm Marlo Anderson. Thanks for joining us as we Celebrate Every Day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 4, Episode 7 - Celebrate Susan B. Anthony's Birthday, National Gumdrop Day, National Flag of Canada Day, National Wisconsin Day, and Singles Awareness Day! This week the Pasquale and Evelyn chit chat about The Bachelor, Oprah Winfrey's birthday party invitation list, the upcoming coronation for King Charles III, Eric submits an Evelyn-Google, and the most recent Sandra-Wisdom quote. Please Like us AND SHARE on https://www.facebook.com/2newyorkers1000opinions/and follow us on Twitter and Instagram or subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. For more information on My Autism Connection(MAC): https://myautismconnection.net/ and Worth Advocacy: https://worthadvocacy.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/2newyorkers1000opinions/message

National gum drop day. Pop culture form 1971. Socrates sentenced to dath, Remember the Maine, Flag day in Canada. Todays birthdays - Galileo Havey Korman, Cesar Romero, Jane Seymour, Melissa Manchester, Matt Groening, Ali Campbell, Chris Farley, Jane Child, Renee O'Connor. Nat King Cole died.

Join Cathy in exploring goal setting as we discuss the new year! Feel free to email stressed2desserts@gmail.com for any questions or a chat:)

A war in a Diesel Punk alternate version of Europe and The Great War. A group of misfits from the military, The Order, a Doctor and Occultist must rescue a group of children and put reality to rights. Carbon Grey is based on a comic series and produced by Magnetic Press. The RPG is written by Andrew Gaska. If you would like to send us a voice message you can do so here https://anchor.fm/kritfayle/message Sounds and music provided by Epidemic Sounds and Syrinscape.com & Asoundeffect.com Smartsoundfx https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/I9YcBkckuK/ https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/d6VbGk1VUu/ https://syrinscape.com/attributions/?id=6&id=8600&id=12171 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kritfayle/message

Angelica, Frank, and Tiny Tumnus, burdened by the the double blow of the death of Gumdrop and reality of Santa's true nature, must band together and return to where it all began:  Tinsel Town. Intro 0:00 Part Two 1:24 Part Three 57:15 Outro 1:57:27 Bloopers 1:58:27 DON'T FORGET TO LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! Available On: https://www.itsamimic.com iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/its-a-mimic/id1450770037 Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/3Y19VxSxLKyfg0gY0yUeU1 Podbean at https://itsamimic.podbean.com/  YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQmvEufzxPHWrFSZbB8uuw Social: Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/itsamimic/ Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/itsamimic/?hl=en Reddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/ItsaMimic/ Email at info@itsamimic.com Dungeon Master 1: Kyle McQuaid Dungeon Master 2: Coffee Bitch Dave Angelica:  Terry Williams Frank 1:  James Sealy Tiny Tumnus:  Brad McMann Heckler:  Megan Lengle Narrator:  Adam Nason Written by:  Coffee Bitch Dave, Kyle McQuaid, and Megan Lengle Director:  Megan Lengle Audio Editor:  Adam Nason Video Editor:  Adam Nason Produced by:  Adam Nason Executive Producers:  Adam Nason Intro/Outro Music by:  Cory Wiebe/Tyler Gibson Logo by:  Katie Skidmore at https://www.instagram.com/clementineartportraits/ Current Gear: Microphone (USA) - https://amzn.to/2WWuCsz  Microphone (CAN) - https://amzn.to/2WTZ69G This post or video may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission for purchases made through our links. This episode is meant to be used as an inspirational supplement for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition and tabletop roleplaying games in general.  It's A Mimic! does not own the rights to any Wizards of the Coasts products. Artwork included in this episode's visualizations is published and/or owned by Wizards of the Coast.

Join three hapless souls as they are summoned by an old ally to learn the truth about Santa... and uncover the mystery of what ever happened to Gumdrop. Intro 0:00 Character Intros 2:04 Part One 4:05 Outro 1:03:16 Bloopers 1:04:33 DON'T FORGET TO LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! Available On: https://www.itsamimic.com iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/its-a-mimic/id1450770037 Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/3Y19VxSxLKyfg0gY0yUeU1 Podbean at https://itsamimic.podbean.com/  YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQmvEufzxPHWrFSZbB8uuw Social: Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/itsamimic/ Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/itsamimic/?hl=en Reddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/ItsaMimic/ Email at info@itsamimic.com Dungeon Master: Megan Lengle Angelica:  Terry Williams Frank 1:  James Sealy Tiny Tumnus:  Brad McMann Heckler 1:  Coffee Bitch Dave Heckler 2:  Kyle McQuaid Narrator:  Adam Nason Written by:  Coffee Bitch Dave, Kyle McQuaid, and Megan Lengle Director:  Megan Lengle Audio Editor:  Adam Nason Video Editor:  Adam Nason Produced by:  Adam Nason Executive Producers:  and Adam Nason Intro/Outro Music by:  Cory Wiebe/Tyler Gibson Logo by:  Katie Skidmore at https://www.instagram.com/clementineartportraits/ Current Gear: Microphone (USA) - https://amzn.to/2WWuCsz  Microphone (CAN) - https://amzn.to/2WTZ69G This post or video may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission for purchases made through our links. This episode is meant to be used as an inspirational supplement for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition and tabletop roleplaying games in general.  It's A Mimic! does not own the rights to any Wizards of the Coasts products. Artwork included in this episode's visualizations is published and/or owned by Wizards of the Coast.

This week the boys discuss a “spicy” new plus-size romance novel, the shortage of Santas, and an AI-generated poem that celebrates fatness. Then we do a deep dive into the Queen Latifah movie, Last Holiday.

This week marks the sad loss of my most favourite ice-cream. Goody goody gum drop! Yes it will still be available in rolling shops but the 2 litre has been removed from the shelves.   So who invented GGGD? The flavour was apparently invented 25 years ago by Murray Taylor, Tip Tops technical general manager. The iconic bubblegum flavoured ice-cream with those Gumdrop candies make for a sweet treat.  So this week I will show you all how to make a basic vanilla ice-cream without a churn. And then you can add in maybe a touch of green / blue food colouring and drop in some wine gums for a chewy little sweet treat.  I will miss you Goody Goody gumdrop. Vanilla Ice-cream  Prep time: 30 minutes  Serves: 12  1 cup sugar   ½ cup water   450 ml cream, beaten to soft peaks   4 egg yolks   ½ tsp vanilla paste   Heat water and sugar in a pot up to a temperature of 120 degrees   Whilst this is happening, beat egg yolks in a mixer till pale. Carefully and slowly! pour in the sugar mixer when it hits 120 degrees.   Continue to beat until the mixture cools down slightly.   Whisk the cream to VERY soft peaks before folding through the vanilla paste and then the egg yolk mixture.   Place into a steel tray.   Place into a steel container to freeze.  Mike's website – goodfromscratch.co.nz  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brooke Louellen Smith is back along with another OG of the pod, Anthony Vega. We talk about performing at/going to strip clubs, how Brooke creepily pursues women, and why Jesus looks so sexy up there on the cross. Please listen, subscribe, and write a review wherever you can so what I just wrote will be worth it, before I inevitably go to hell.

Stuart Russell, a computer scientist and mathematician, discusses why people sometimes do things that gratify themselves at the expense of others, focusing on the phenomenon of "gumdrop behaviour."

This week's episode is our first TWO PARTER! Heather and I had the best time chatting and I just couldn't edit too much out of it. We talk all about her current series, Untouchable, why friends do it better, and we duke it out over Zeddybear vs Gumdrop. Don't miss Part 1 of our conversation, released on Tuesday! PLUS get some exclusive behind the scenes bonus clips only for members of our Facebook group! Find Heather on Instagram at @heathervlong https://www.instagram.com/heathervlong/ Join the conversation and get your questions featured on the show: https://www.facebook.com/groups/441360064342355/ Follow the podcast at: https://www.instagram.com/underthecoverspod/ www.underthecoverspodcast.com Your Next Read: Cardinal Sins Series by Heather Long and Blake Blessing: https://amzn.to/3x5r342 Legacy and Lovers (Out Now): https://amzn.to/3JcsaBw Under the Covers: Untouchable Series by Heather Long: https://amzn.to/3ujgNmV --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/underthecoverspodcast/message

This week, the MennoBrarians discuss and review a pile of children's picture books about the Amish, including the Reuben series (Reuben and the Fire), Ruthie Goes to Town, and Raising Yoder's Barn. We chat our favorite books, illustrations, and the prevalence of barn raising in Amish themed kid's books.Let us know your thoughts! You can reach us at plainwrongpod at gmail.com, or on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Follow us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/plainwrongpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/plainwrongpod/ Website: http://plainwrongpod.com/ 

- It's #ToxicTuesday! Today, Hannah gives HER guide to finding a serious relationship on a dating app. Listener Lindsay also brings up some really good things to look out for. - What are the most commonly lied-about things on social media? - Heardle Club, this is our superbowl. - Bowling trivia for some reason????

INTRODUCTION: Layla London is the host of the Curious Girl Diaries podcast and a totally badass blogger as well!!! Hi I'm Layla. I'm the typical girl next door who just recently decided to explore her sexuality. After a 3.5 year, self imposed, dry spell I woke up one day and said "What the heck am I doing to myself?". Why have I just shut off that side of my sexuality? I need physical contact badly. I decided to stop "wasting the pretty" and get out there! Having set out on my "sexual road trip" I'm scratching things off my sex bucket list. I'm getting laid, exploring "kinks" (a word I really didn't know anything about before this), having fun, sifting through the emotions it stirs up in me, blogging and podcasting about it anonymously. It's been an amazing 5 years filled with great partners, sexy hot stories, amazing people I get to interview, love and some heartbreak too. I'm ongoing with my adventures and love sharing it all with my listeners.   INCLUDED IN THIS EPISODE (But not limited to): ·      3.5 Years Off Sex!!! ·      The Importance Of Being OK With Being A Sexual Being·      Cum Vs. Come·      Lots Of Sex With Lots Of Men!!!·      Vibrators/Prostate Massagers For Men!!!·      Prostate Orgasms·      Watching Porn In Church·      Cumming On Command!!!·      Yay For Ass Sex!!!·      Sex Toy Breakdown!!!·      Can We Get Past Toxic Masculinity For Fucks Sake?!? CONNECT WITH LAYLA: Website, Podcast & Blog: https://www.thecuriousgirldiaries.com/YouTube: https://bit.ly/3qOAr8gFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCuriousGirlLaylaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_curiousgirldiaries/Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecurious_girlTumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/view/thecuriousgirl1 LAYLA'S RECOMMENDATIONS: Lelo: https://www.lelo.comLovecrave: https://www.lovecrave.com  CONNECT WITH DE'VANNON: Website: https://www.SexDrugsAndJesus.comYouTube: https://bit.ly/3daTqCMFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SexDrugsAndJesus/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexdrugsandjesuspodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TabooTopixLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devannonEmail: DeVannon@SexDrugsAndJesus.com  DE'VANNON'S RECOMMENDATIONS: ·      Pray Away Documentary (NETFLIX)o  https://www.netflix.com/title/81040370o  TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tk_CqGVfxEs ·      Upwork: https://www.upwork.com·      FreeUp: https://freeup.net·      Disabled American Veterans (DAV): https://www.dav.org·      American Legion: https://www.legion.org INTERESTED IN PODCASTING OR BEING A GUEST?: ·      PodMatch is awesome! This application streamlines the process of finding guests for your show and also helps you find shows to be a guest on. The PodMatch Community is a part of this and that is where you can ask questions and get help from an entire network of people so that you save both money and time on your podcasting journey.https://podmatch.com/signup/devannon  TRANSCRIPT: [00:00:00]You're listening to the sex drugs and Jesus podcast, where we discuss whatever the fuck we want to! And yes, we can put sex and drugs and Jesus all in the same bed and still be all right at the end of the day. My name is De'Vannon and I'll be interviewing guests from every corner of this world as we dig into topics that are too risqué for the morning show, as we strive to help you understand what's really going on in your life.There is nothing off the table and we've got a lot to talk about. So let's dive right into this episode.De'Vannon: Hello? Hello. Hello everyone.I am. So just vaguely with joy to have all of you. Beautiful batches back with me again on this week. I appreciate each and every last one of you, so damn much. Mom, mom, mom, mom, lock kisses and hugs to all of you. Beautiful motherfuckers. I am talking to a wonderful woman by the name of Layla London. This woman is the host of the [00:01:00] curious girl diaries podcast, and she also has a bad ass blog on her website as well, which you all need to check out. Your website is the curious girl, diaries.com. Now in today's episode, we're going to be talking a lot about sex and a lot about sex toys. So this episode is particularly useful in my opinion.So we're going to be talking about assets, prostate massagers for men. We're going to be talking about watching porn and church and how a man can make a woman come on command. And I'm sure it could work for any of us too. If the tone is just right.And then we round things out with a message to the man out there who are still holding onto this unfortunate, toxic masculinity,because at the end of the day, we all just want to have a little fun. Please enjoy this episode.Layla Layla, Ms. Layla London. Welcome to [00:02:00] the sex drugs and Jesus podcast today. How the fuck are you? Layla: Hey man, I'm taking me to church today. I am happy to be here. Let's let's bring it. De'Vannon: So I was so happy. You know, I was, I was tickled to my clit, you know, when you reach out to me on matchmaker about a possible collaboration your podcast is called the curious girl diaries, and you have Just about as filthy of a mouth as I do.And that's not something that I come across all the time. Usually I'm the most perverted person in the room. And so it was a breath of fresh air to take a look at your body of work. I also like that, at least according to your blogs, if you want to get into in a little bit that there is a little bit of at least some sort of church religious history there too.And so it's a very unique commonality to find people [00:03:00] who are able to speak freely about religion and about Dixon, pluses and assholes, even dirty assholes if it comes down to it and, you know, just sip camel milk tea as if we've done nothing odd. And so, yeah. And so I'm curious, there'll be curious, girl, diaries.com is your.Website, let me be sure I've got that right? Yep. The curious girl, diaries.com is your website very well organized website. Easy to find everything on there. I respect that about you. The matter website is made equal. Layla: Yeah. Thank you for saying that. And thank you so much for having me on I'm excited and I mean, with a name that like you have sex drugs and Jesus, I mean, come on.Like I was drawn to that immediately, immediately. I'm like, who is this guy? I love that name and secretly I'm a [00:04:00] little bit jealous. And I think if I had to go, if I had a time machine, I'd go back in time. I just might have to steal that before you got it, because I think I started before you, so I don't know.There's my little bit of snark there. I would've been like, oh, I'm taking Nat. De'Vannon: Yeah, you definitely started before me. You got damn near 300 episodes. I'm pushing 50. But I guess if we were to pull the freaky Friday in swap, then I would have the curious boy diaries that could have Layla: that's right. I mean, or you could just, you could Moonlight as me, De'Vannon: Jack got plenty of wigs bitch.Layla: I know. I know. And I've got long. I can't tell, but I do have long hair. So, you know, you can, there's a lot of room here. Yeah. I love wigs by the way, two De'Vannon: options. That's Layla: right. SoDe'Vannon: I know of you that you took three and a half years off from sex of any [00:05:00] kind. I want you to tell us about that in anything about your history that you feel like we should know. Layla: Yeah, well, yeah, let's go back to the beginning. You know, I feel like a lot of people where you get sort of sidetracked, you're focused on a lot of things and slowly but surely your, you, you build this habit of not prioritizing your sex life and it just, the more you do it, it gets easier and easier and easier.Just like any, any habit that may seem awkward or hard in the beginning, the more you do it, it gets easier and easier, you know? And so I, over time, you know, got really, really focused on work. I'm kind of a type a, I love, I've always been an entrepreneur and I, when I'm into something, I just get hyper-focused.And so to the, to the detriment of other things, and I just really kind of talk myself into this point of believing that. [00:06:00] I guess I just wasn't that sexual and sex wasn't that important. And that I, it, I didn't need it that much, but, you know, work was kind of my lover and business goals, you know, and achieving things took over and that seemed more exciting at the time.And then one day you know, You find yourself three and a half years later without any physical contact. And I just said, I literally just had this epiphany moment where I was just looking in the mirror and I'm like, what the fuck are you doing? You are wasting the pretty, like, stop what you're doing right now, make an about face, raise this Titanic, fix this.And so it took me about, I just kind of like, well, how do I do that? You know, I felt so out of the game, but I just really quickly kind of attacked it. Like I would any sort of business problem made a plan executed that plan. And then 10 days later, [00:07:00] you know, I'm having sex with someone. So I broke my dry spell, but then I decided it would be fun to me.You know, make something really fun out of it. And, and the intention was that for a year I was going to come up with my sex bucket list and I was going to knock those things off my list and then do that for a year and document it the whole way. So my intention documenting it was I would start, you know, blogging about it and then podcasting just you know, about the sex.But as I went along, I realized how hard blogging is and I don't think I'm really any good at it. So I left that behind in year one and just, you know, I do have the gift of gab, so I just kept kept on podcasting, which came a lot easier to me. De'Vannon: How long have you been not salivate? When did you hop back on the Dick?Layla: That was back in 2016, late [00:08:00] 2016. They're De'Vannon: going on like seven ish years now. Yeah. Layla: Yeah. I think this is near six. Cause it was, it was around. I want to say September of 2016 when I broke the Darius bell. And then, you know, and I started doing the, the blogging and then the podcasting started in December of 2016 because I just was writing these writing.These things was very, these encounters with these guys was very painful for me. It took me a long time. I would sit down and like, kind of could just talk this out so much easier than I can write it. De'Vannon: Yeah. And we're going to talk about some of those blogs. I love me a good blog. And so, but before we get on that, I want to know.So you have so many podcasts episodes and the blogs, even though you stopped, I noticed you have comments. Like a lot of people were [00:09:00] interacting with you on there. I thought your blogs were well-written. But I also understand, you know, when we discover our passions, we may leave one and, you know, transfer it to the next.So I don't judge you for stopping at all. I'm thankful that they're still there and that you didn't delete them or anything like that. Cause they're quite juicy. So, so people are interacting with you. So have you had, had anybody tell you like some sort of positive change that has come about in their life from either hearing your podcast or reading one of your blogs?Layla: A lot, a lot. And in fact, you know what? I just got one the other day. I'm glad you asked me that. Let me, it's funny that you did. I just got this yesterday. Let me let me find it really quickly. I would love to read this, share this with you. Okay. So yeah, De'Vannon: no problem. So people are, are they like emailing you?Oh, I see. On your website, you have like a voice message thing. So is this like a voice message that someone left you? Layla: I get tons of voicemails with lots of, you know, [00:10:00] a lot of positive reinforcement that way. And to people just like to ask me questions and chat with me and I get back to everybody, like, I'll say you can leave me up to a five minute message and I'll sit there and I'll listen to it.And then I and then I go, you know, I go through it and respond. So it's, it's what it's nice is that it really allows me to connect with my audience to understand. What their takeaways are, what their struggles are, try to just give them advice. And I really feel connected to them. Like we're in this together, like we're friends.And that's been the thing that's kept me doing this this long, because quite frankly, you know, I'm, I'm good with it. You know, I'm, I know where my priorities are that my sex, that I'm not going to let my sex life fall back the way that that did that, it isn't important to me, but I'm just trying to keep the message that, you know, I know so many people, I don't know how you get stuck in these ruts.And then sometimes you'll just let it [00:11:00] go. And, you know, I hear about, I've got listeners that have sexless marriages or sexless relationships, or it's once a month or twice a year, just stuff like that. And I mean, this stuff just drives me crazy. So it's really become kind of a passion for me. To keep doing what I'm doing and encourage other people to, you know, toe tip.Like you don't have to say I'm committing to this for the rest of my life, but give it a shot, you know, 30, 90 days of okay. Making, you know, trying to spice up your sex life or prioritizing it. But the message I got the other day, and I literally could almost, I mean, I, I did, I teared up a little bit. I'm like, this is why I keep doing this shit like, seriously, this is what's kept me in this because in the beginning I was every year I was like, this is my last year doing it.This is my last year doing it. Now, here I am six years later. I'm like, I'm just going to keep going. I'm going to ride the rails, the wheels off this thing. But I got a message the other day and it was. And he, and this gentlemen said I started listening to your podcast [00:12:00] on a road trip last week, listening to the January 8th interview with Eric flipped a switch in my brain about my whole marriage of 20 years.And it hadn't been as passionate as I wanted it. When I returned to my wife last Saturday, I absolutely devoured her and have been keeping things steamy between us for the last four days with dirty text, increased, dirty talk, not just in the bedroom, much more aggressive, physical affection. I've been telling her feelings and fantasies I've held back for years of being too much and she has welcomed it.It's like I'm finally able to express my love and desire for her without holding back, because I know that it's my job to lead. I'd encouraged the idea of that before, but never really trusted myself to push out our boundaries. I feel more in love with my wife. Like I've fallen back in love, but even deeper this time and feel like I'm and he puts in parentheses.We're finally having the sex life. We've always wanted dirty, loving, [00:13:00] nasty, tender, passionate, deeply, intimate, all at once. Amazing at all at one amazing hot time. Thanks. You know, you get something like that. And you're just like, holy shit. You know, I mean, that's exactly why I'm doing this. De'Vannon: No, it was, yeah.You go batching it for a guy to, to write a very intimately detailed letter like that. I mean, that's not something you hear every day. Layla: I know, I know. I'm like he said this to me and like, I'm not kidding you. Like, I literally, I shed a few tears. I just, you know, just like, it was just so flattering and I'm so like, I, you know, I feel proud of him.Like, I'm like, yes, yes, this is what I'm talking about right here. This is what I want for people. You know, I want them to be able to have that. So De'Vannon: your listenership is now 50 50 men and women, according to a podcast that I was listening to, but when it started out, it seemed like it was more [00:14:00] men than women.Layla: You know what, I don't know. It should, it shifts, it does shift that, you know, I get updates every month and I only, that's only, I guess I should preface that. Cause that's the only actual engagement on the website. I don't really know download wise. And I know that most podcasters don't have access to that information. But so it's, and I can tell by who's signing up for my mailing list. I can tell by who's messaging me roughly, you know, but I would say that was I was excited. I think I, I shouted that out because I was like, yes, when you know, you're, you're touching up and, but it's, it's, I think it's more like 60, 40 pretty steady, honestly, more men, you know, cause as dirty and raunchy as I talk.It just naturally attracts men.De'Vannon: Yeah. Yeah. We do like a, some good filters. I Layla: know. And I'm, I'm filthy, I'm this filthy as they [00:15:00] come. I mean, you can take me, I, I go to church and you could take me home to your mom, but let me just tell you, I have a mouth on me. I know when to use it. And when not to though, I'll say that. De'Vannon: I noticed I you're.Right. Cause I noticed when I was reading through your blog and I, and one of the main reasons I love blogs is because it's like a written document, like a Testament to somebody's mind. Like, that's why I love blogs. And you, when you spell com you spell it, like guys do like C M most, most women spell it. C O M a lot of my friends are romance authors and stuff like that.And they always spell com C O M. Me and I was like the C U M too dirty for women or something like that. So you're like the first woman I've ever met, who spells it the way guys do Layla: well, that's how you differentiate. Right? I mean, we have words in the English language that sound the same, but they're spelled differently.So, you know, phonetically, you say to them the same, but there's different spelling. Cause it's actually a different thing. So I [00:16:00] kind of look at it. The same way De'Vannon: I can incur that. Yeah. That'll get you a long way with guys. Like I don't get the seal Emmy thing for some women, but whatever, Layla: that's it, that, to me, that to me takes a good word and bastardizes it.You have no right to do that. Are these people De'Vannon: there'll be no diet Coke on this stage, bitch. We want the real thing. Layla: Hello? Come on. Who are we kidding De'Vannon: now on your website, you have blessed us with some delicious. The delicious section called guys. And you have like these hot ass men on there, I'm guessing they're stock photos and not like the real dudes Layla: they are.Yeah. Cause I wanted to protect everybody's privacy. But what I did is I found a stock photo that looked like I really like some of these I'm like, there's, that's how they look. I mean, I really did a good job at finding photos that look like these guys. [00:17:00] And, oh, I got a fan myself when I think about it.De'Vannon: She's turning red right now. And and so we've got a lot of hot looking guys, some interesting made up fake names, but this, the stories, some of them are real. Some of them are fantasy. As I understand it. Right. Layla: Well, let me, can I click, I want to clarify that there's only on the blog, there's only two fantasies and I preface those as these are fantasies.I just wanted to throw them in there. The majority of what I wrote on the blog is those are actual encounters and everything that I podcast about those are actual encounters. Until this past episode on it was a it's actually coming out today. I decided to do a FA I just decided, you know, I mean, after doing so many episodes, you got to get creative.And I was like, well, wouldn't it be fun if I just did like a fantasy [00:18:00] episode where I took some elements And then I had to create a story around that. So, you know, the story is I just drew from like different experiences with the guys and, you know, I had different elements. Like it was like a, a remote cabin and he was edgy, you know, he did some, these are the things that were going on edging and I was kind of like a prisoner and he was, what else?Oh, fucking me in the mirror. And so I had to create the story around these different elements and you know, how I got in this situation. And so I just sat in free, float it and recorded it and published it nuts, coming out probably in a couple of hours. So that was kind of, but, so just, I want to clarify the stuff that's on there. It's 95% is all my, the premise of the show is it's about my sex life. And so I am always talking about guys, I'm having sex with and what we do and things like that. So if it's ever a fantasy, I always make sure that I. Make everybody aware like, Hey, this is just a, this, [00:19:00] this isn't real. This is just a fantasy.Well, De'Vannon: grab your dildos, ladies and gentlemen and direct Halo's new episodes is going to be released today. And we will be talking about dildos and vibrators and even a sex toy for men later on in the show. Layla: I love that De'Vannon: I had to look that one up myself. Layla: Oh, really? I'm good. De'Vannon: So I noticed that there was a type and I wanted to talk about the guys before we get into the blogs, because these guys appear in the blog.And so tell us about your type. He seems to be very tall. I said, and there was all the guys going to be over six feet, you know, that type of thing, you know, very good shape and such. Is that about kind of like your type? Because if I, I believe you're in, so yeah. So I get that a lot of tall girls, I know, like tall man, that makes sense.Layla: Yes. Because you know what it is is that I'm tall and [00:20:00] you know, even though I'm thinner, I it's, you have this thing where you feel like I always have, I don't know, you know, it's just some weird thing. Like I, you know, I feel like big, you know, cause everybody's short and, and all these. And women wise, you're like all my friends, I'm the tallest one, that kind of thing.And so I just, when for me to really feel in my feminine, I feel the most feminine when I'm with a man that makes me feel small, you know, like, oh, he just picked me up and tossed me around. Like, it's nothing, you know? And I'm like, no, it's just that, that is part of it. That's part of getting in my head, you know, where I'm like, I feel, I feel small and say from protected and I just, and a man that's going to manhandle me and he's big and strong.Oh, that just gets me so wet. So I am going to that I'm in, at the taller guy. So that feeling that I get from it. De'Vannon: So how do you, [00:21:00] how do you meet these guys? Are you like on dating apps? Are you meeting them through friends? Like what's Layla: Well, I'm, I'm a pretty good flirt but mostly dating apps, but. Yeah, I mean, 90% dating apps, the rest, like literally, if there's a tall guy in the room, I can, you know, I'm going to single him out and make sure that I at least engage in some conversation or even, you know, some guy pumping gas across from me, you know, I'll I have to say something and, you know, to see if I'm interested to see if I can sort of spark, you know, spark something, assuming his single, you know, then I want to make sure I don't miss an opportunity, but, but I would say dating apps are really just the easiest way to, you know, shoot fish in a barrel.De'Vannon: Okay. Let's dive into the blog. The first one that caught my eye was called centers. Insane. Yeah, you can you tell a story in here you're setting in church and then somebody who you're [00:22:00] seeing on whatever level sends you a picture of his, his ripped body, as I recall it, and if him masturbating and so that part is real, but then.But then you launch into a fantasy that you're having, when you, when I read this, the first thing that came to my mind was, oh, no, she was in church on all saints day, which is a big thing in the Catholic world where they celebrate everybody who, I guess, whoever the fuck decides it's supposed to be a Saint and then they get together and celebrate them.Yeah. So this is like, probably like one of the biggest days of the Catholic year. And this bitch is in there watching masturbation porn. And I loved it. Layla: I'm like, oh my God, because I'm sitting there and this text comes in and I look, and it's from Clark and he is this guy. Let me just tell you, whoa, literally again, that picture [00:23:00] looks like him. And he's so. Amazingly looking he's he's, he's an 11. I'm not joking. Like he's a model S like just chiseled, beautiful specimen of a man and a great guy, too. We're still really good friends. And I get this thing from him and I'm like, oh my God. And I'm, you know, I'm trying to pay attention, but I'm distracted.And then my mind just starts wandering. I just, I've had a lot of interesting church episodes. If you let you know, if you continue to listen, then they're sprinkled throughout the podcast, you know, on my butt plug, almost coming out when I'm going up to get communion. I mean, like something about church, and now that I've done this stuff, I start to associate it with. Turn on it's it becomes a turn on for me. So when I get there, I really have to try to start, you know, get my brain where it's supposed to be and focus on. What's supposed to be going on. But on this day I got so distracted and I [00:24:00] started just have this fantasy zone out, have this fantasy about about Clark and I, you know, I'm fucking up there on the altar and, oh man, you know, and I'm looking at, cause I'm looking at all the paintings and everything like where we'd be, where we'd be.And you know, all of these, all of these saints would be watching us, you know, as he's just totally taking me. And I'm succumbing to this sin, the simple act and oh, it was, yeah, it was this hot. I just let my mind just go. De'Vannon: Well, there's a lot of temptation in church. Like when I I don't really go to churches anymore, but when I was going to to mega churches, you know, particularly when I was at Lakewood church in Houston, Texas, before I got kicked out for not being straight, the past that the youth pastors there were, they had two of them.They were. No one got fired, then they brought it back another one. But they both look like Abercrombie and Fitch models, both. [00:25:00] They had like zero body fat, skinny jeans, soccer, football bill. And that was the first time in my life. I'm like sitting in church with a hard-on, you know, and wanting to fuck the pressure, you know, when he made some past to some pastoral penis, that's the pastoral care I want.Itmade me think about my babies for being turned on in the church and using the church pamphlet to cool yourself down. I know it's like, oh, oh my gosh. Yeah.So then let me see. I'm wanting to I want to talk about the blog called nice bag of tricks. Next I'm going to read a little splotch from cause I do like to read on my podcasts like mama Ru Paul always tells us reading is fundamental. It is. So sometimes we just need to get back to the basics. [00:26:00]Now we get back to the hotel and he's brought with him a good size bag full of play toys.I can't wait to see what he's going to pull out. Very quickly clothes are coming off and I'm getting picked up and mounted right on top of his very, very thick cock. I have to say for sure, this is the thickest cop I've ever had inside me. Unbelievable. The way it fills me up. Oh my God. And it feels so good when a man picks you up and bounces you up and down on his cock.Holy shit. It feels amazing. I'm getting so wet and turned on and, and, and share. I'm sure I'm dripping all the way down as balls. This man is cut like a Roman God and his strength makes my girl brain go crazy in my pussy URI. Yes. I want to know. Now this is like the black guy on your web was high D yeah.I wouldn't know how big this Dick Layla: was. Oh my God. Okay. I, [00:27:00] I wish I had see I'm in my office. I wish I had the D my dildo. I have this like oversize, I call it oversize dildo. Like it's like, I only busted out for special occasions and this reminds me, this dildo reminds me of D. And so, like, I aren't no joke.I mean, I would say like, it's like that girthy, like soda can girthy and. And probably like, oh, I'm going to say like seven or eight inches long. And then the soda can girth. And I remember when I was with him, I'm like, I just cannot, like I worried about fucking him all the time. Cause I'm like, I'm going to get stretched out.You know, this is something, this is a special tree. You just don't want to be. I don't know. Like if you were with, if I was with him for like years and years, like where, where would I go from there? You know, I w I guess I'd have to step down. I [00:28:00] mean, because you don't like, you just don't run across that very often, but I would say yeah, to date, he's still the biggest guy, biggest cock I've ever had inside me, like real life, one De'Vannon: around.What about the longest? Layla: Longest probably cowboy in the longest. Yeah. Yeah. And he's in cowboy ends pretty thick too. He's not as thick as D but he's thick. So he's long and thick and deep. I mean, you know, women aren't that deep. So this is by, you know, we're like four or five inches deep, I think standard, you know, so these are all big cocks, you know, like they're bottoming out.De'Vannon: How long with the cowboy we talked at 14 inches, 12, 10, 9. Oh no, Layla: no, no. I'm trying to think. Oh, I would say probably like, I get it wrong. He'd probably kill me. Eight or nine, [00:29:00] probably nine it's long. Yeah. And thick. If that was the Goldie Cox phenomenon, like just right. I mean, it's almost a little too long. I'd have to say because sometimes we get, we get, we got into some really nasty stuff, but like sometimes, you know, It would hurt a little bit when, you know, when it was that deep, but I got, I got into it, you know, like, there's that pleasure pain factor, you know, you get into, so we got, we did a lot of BDSM and stuff like that.So I was, I was ready mentally prepared for all that. De'Vannon: What about the smallest,Layla: let me see, who had the smallest tech? Oh my gosh. Well, I don't know that I've had any, like none of the guys really on that. Oh, wait a minute. Why w why? W but he knew what to do with it. It was not, and it wasn't, I mean, you know, it [00:30:00] was just, he wasn't small. It just was the smallest of the guys and he He just, he knew what to do with it, so it didn't matter.And it was, and that his Dick got really hard. I mean, blood flow is important. Like, I will take a super hard one over a long, you know, if you can't get a wrecked or fully erect, like angry or act, that's what makes a difference. De'Vannon: Preach. The smallest I've had has been about something smaller than my pinky is the only time I've ever seen a man actually use a tuxedo condom.And his confidence was as though he was the king of the jungle. And so then I've been in the room where there've been really big and they wouldn't get hard no matter what I did. So I agree with you. I just give me something that works Layla: that's right. I mean, it's really not, I mean, yeah. I'm so again, I've never like what you just showed me there.That was that I've never come across that, but I, well, hold on. I should take that back. I do. That's [00:31:00] this micro penis. Yeah. I did have this one guy who was really really skinny. It was like a Sceptre it wasn't, it was long, but super thin. And he had good blood flow, so it was okay. But it was really, you know, it was kind of like, yeah, he was gorgeous too.Like us. He was actually a model when I traveled all around the world modeled just a beautiful, beautiful man. And but he was really insecure and and he had a, I call it a Sceptre. It was like this sectory like the bod crane, skinny type of pain.Yeah. But it worked, you know, and I mean, Hey, I'll get myself off. Trust me. Like, I'm not going to waste it. Like, if, if I'm, if I'm naked exposed, like it's going to go down, I'm going to make it happen.De'Vannon: Okay, well, speaking of, of the, of the [00:32:00] BDS the reading in the blog called fit to be tied, and you're talking about how you love being tied up, why, what, what is it about ropes that does it for you?Layla: There's a lot that goes into that for this, for, for, for all of this BDSM stuff, a big part of it was, was the person I was with.So this guy ended up being my dominant and we were together for three and a half years and, you know, and I was his submissive. And so there was just this amazing bond there and intimacy was crazy. But the timing is. I like it because I love when the attention is on me. And when you're in the. BDSM. I mean, the submissive, in my opinion, everyone, you know, you don't, don't pay attention, all that stupid shit you see on you know, on Tumblr [00:33:00] or Twitter, you know, all these like gifs and memes.It's, it's, it's an even power exchange. It's actually, it's about both, but there's so much emphasis on the submissive, you know, and teasing her and pleasing her. W it takes a lot of time to intricately tie up a woman or man. And so while that's happening, you know, he's touching you, he's thinking about exactly the placement of the, of the ropes and, and he's creating this scene and you don't know what's going to happen, but he's done a lot of work and prep.And it's kind of all the things that, you know, people in vanilla, vanilla relationships are looking for. Like, I wish he put some thought into it. I wouldn't, you know, I wish they keep you spontaneous or that, you know, all that stuff like this is what's happening. And so, you know, when, when someone sits there and ties you up in the.With the ropes. It's very intimate. It takes a while you're touching each other, [00:34:00] he's giving you all this attention and, you know, and then, and then it's just the way he wants it. And then the fun. And then even, you know, then the, then the sex starts, you know, and he's just fucking, you like crazy exactly the way he wants.And then you get to feel like, you know, you're being taken and possessed and owned and claimed and oh yeah, it's, it's just a lot of good stuff going on at once. So I love it. And I liked, I liked the I'm, his dirty little slut, you know, and I have to do exactly what he says and I'm being restrained and told and, and it's hot, De'Vannon: all the things I'm going to read a little bit from the one called fit to be tied. Being fucked in the ass, always hurts a bit in the beginning, but then I relaxed into it and it starts to feel good. Then he puts his finger into my sopping wet. Let's see the feeling of having both my holes filled at the same time [00:35:00] while I'm stimulating. My clit is so fucking hot. My brain literally shuts off and all that pleasure is just rushing in overwhelming, turning me into a shaking, sweating, multiple orgasmic mess.Yep. Layla: That's about that's exactly what happens. Yeah. Yeah. De'Vannon: And so isn't there a read about how he would edge you and Tim to you would want him to get you to squirt or comedy wouldn't and then he would let you, and then you thought you were done, then he would tell you to come again. Like he commanded you to, and you did. How, how, how walk me through our guy can have that much control over you. You want him to, and he can just tell you to come. It's like magic and you do Layla: okay. That's some fucking Jedi mind trick, booty magic shit. I'm not joking. I'm not joking. But so let me try to break this down and the best way that I understand it again, [00:36:00] the, what I love about BDSM and that dominant submissive dynamic is that it takes so much communication and so much trust.And these are the things that I find are genuinely for the most part lacking in a. Physical intimacies, you know, even though, you know, even though it's your husband or your long-term boyfriend, like people don't communicate very well and, or, you know, and they're just, or they're just doing the same thing.They've always done BDSM demands that you have to have really, really good communication. Otherwise somebody could get hurt. I mean, there's just, you know, and if you have a good, strong, dominant to lead you through this, it makes it easy because he's just gonna, he's gonna help you get there. But once you, as a submissive, once you finally do get there and you let off, you didn't realize how many barriers you had up.And once you let those barriers down and you really trust this person, they can't they're so [00:37:00]in tune with your body and you're so in tune with their body, that they know. Exactly where you're at and they know how to excite you, whether it's by stimulation through voice. And w you know, once you guys are synced up, it's just like magic.I mean, now he's, he is an extremely good lover. Like, you can't have some debt, you can't have some guy that doesn't, you know, or your partner, who's not paying attention to your body and your cues, and hasn't taken the time to learn you and conversely you them. But once you get to that point, I mean, just his, you want to, you just want to please your dominant so much that, you know, when he hit him growling in your ear and telling you to, you know, come for me, like you, it just pops your head off.Yes. You're so just hyper turned on at [00:38:00] that point that you can, you can literally do it or it won't take you that long, you know, to, to just get back over that hump again. You know, considering you've had enough time between your last orgasm or whatever, but yeah, it's amazing. It's I fucking miss that shit.It's good. Yeah. I still, I get the tingles every time I think about it. It's like, oh, neuron. Yeah. Good stuff. De'Vannon: I'd like to say getting fucked in the head sounds like very good stuff. And I can see the joy and the Gumdrop smile, you know, just reverberating off of your beautiful face. I would say getting fucked in the ass, I agree does hurt at first, but then once she relaxed and you get, you know, gets you get into it.And I love it when people who. Do not necessarily operate in the LGBTQ world, speak openly about anal sex because yeah, thumb very food is conservative [00:39:00] people, usually Republicans and things like that tend to demonize my people as these filthy sexual perverts, you know, well, not all gay people have anal sex and then plenty of straight people enjoy anal sex.So to me it's just another whole big deal and and it's totally erogenous zone and in the Ash should not be something that is skipped out upon is not something that should be frowned upon. And you're really doing yourself a disservice if you're just letting your asshole. Go to waste pine intended.Layla: Yeah. Don't waste them pretty back there either. No, I'm with you on that. And I, I don't know what episode it was. I spoke about this recently. You're jogging my memory, you know, where I just said, oh, I think it was my sex toy episode, you know, where I was going through different sex toys. And I was really, you know, [00:40:00] it's like, I encourage men to whether you're, you know, it doesn't matter what your orientation is.Men, if you ha, if, if you're a penis owner, you have a prostate, you know, assuming everything's healthy back there, you have a prostate, it's like your G-spot and to not explore that, you're just, you know, you, you you're like women. I mean, we have all these different ways we can orgasm. So to men, you know, and it's not just on the tip of your piece, not just from your penis directly, you know, there's other things.I mean, I don't know if you. You probably didn't catch this one, but I've but one of the guys that I wrote about D I'm sorry, not D no, no D and not D I did, I did get his prostate. He was like, whoa, what did you just do? But B he, I fisted him and it was amazing to watch. It was amazing to see how much pleasure he got out of that.And that I was [00:41:00] controlling that and, and giving him that and to see the strength and power of that orgasm was like, holy shit. That's when I knew men's, men's prostates are powerful. So if you, you know, if you're ignoring this stuff, like you you're really doing yourself, a disservice and women, too, a lot of women can have G-spot orgasms, or, you know, through there, you can feel it on your G-spot or you can actually cause the way the clearest runs.And when you can kind of hit the front and back of the. Whether you're in, inside the vagina or in the anus and you know, you you're just missing out on a whole lot of pleasure. I don't see the point and deny yourself any pleasure. I do not. De'Vannon: Well, like Madonna said, if it feels good, then I say, do it. I don't know what you're waiting for.Layla: That's right. That's exactly right. De'Vannon: So then we'll segue right on over into the sex toy section with that, I heard you talking about the [00:42:00] fisting of the prostate in the sex toy episode of your podcast. And you were talking about how men can have a hands-free orgasm this way though. And I think that that's what you were describing.So in, on that podcast, you were saying lilo.com, L L o.com. I'm going to go back to your website and see if you have affiliate links for these people. I'm going to put that in my show notes. Okay. And then it's, I'll be sure to put that in the show notes. So lilo.com is where Laila gets recommends the men's prostate massagers from it's called Hugo or Google.If you want to be, you know, Latin American li correct. That's right. And but let's get more into this though, because on there with listening, you say something about it being remote control. You were saying, guys can use this while they're fucking their girl. Tell us more about this. [00:43:00] This, this is.Layla: That's right. Yeah. So it's it's you know, it stimulates your prostate state. It's it's you know, it vibrates Lilo makes great products, by the way, they're just really, really good solid brand. And this one has a remote control, you know? And so, I mean, my mind just got going, like all the ways I could, depending on my mood, like if I was feeling, you know, if I was just feeling very bossy and I wanted to be in control, you know, I could edge him with it.I could tie him down and, and just use this mercilessly on him. Anyway. I feel like it until I just an edge him with it. Or just during re you know, when you're having sex regularly, you can use it together. And while he's fucking you, I mean, he's also getting his prostate stimulated and you get to control it, or he can, or just set it, you know, set it and forget it.I don't know, you know, put it on the speed. You're like, Go for it, but [00:44:00] I love multiple, you know, like I we've already discussed here that you've read. I mean, I like to have every, you know, this whole field, that whole field vibrator. I mean, give me the triple. Wow, wow. Put something in my ass, put something in my vagina, put something on my clit.Let's go for it. Like those are really powerful orgasms. And again, I just don't see why I don't see the point in not fully just getting all the pleasure that you can when you're, you know, when you're with your partner and fully enjoying that experience. So yeah, I would definitely check out, you know, men check out the Hugo.De'Vannon: I concur and let me see. Okay. So it's not like a gay thing. If a straight guy wants some ass play. And I know that you agree, cause you were talking about this on your show. You were like you were saying like, look, it's not homosexual. You were the girl after all. I I'll just add live. You know, when for fuck's sake, you know, a woman, there was no other men in the room.[00:45:00]And so I would like to encourage him to get over this staunch and stringent. And I'm just not to say closed minded, but I mean that affectionately, because like Layla was saying, you're denying yourself. Pleasure. If you're in that room. Yeah. You know, little ass play happens or whatever, you know, no one has to know.And you know, the girls not going to go blabbing all over town, women just don't people just kind of don't do that. I mean, people would have a worst breakups and they usually don't go, oh yeah. Let me tell you all, I fucked them in the ass. One time. This is going to make her look like a bitch to do that.Layla: Exactly. I knowmen. Okay. Men, men, men. I don't know how to find me. Let me reason with you and your man. Let me get my mail, but let me do my best mail speech. Okay. Let's be practical. Practically speaking. Yeah, the, a [00:46:00] prostate it's in there. Every male penis owner has them. So therefore. If you want to, you know, if you want to, underutilize it go right ahead, but I don't recommend itif it wasn't get it. Listen, if it was, if it was, you know if strictly for, for gay men, then only gay men would have them. That's just not the case. You know? Like it's not the case. So it's for it's for male pleasure period. So De'Vannon: that's a period with a T at the end of it, as we would say that's right, Layla: exactly.So, yeah, go for it guys. Just stick your finger in there and figure it out. I mean, play around, get some loop. It's not, self-lubricating get along. Lou, just, you know, go up to like your first knuckle. [00:47:00] See how that feels, because it's not that far back in there, you know, it's your, your prostate's not that far back in there, so it's not like you got to really dig De'Vannon: the it'll be all right.So tell us about the one called the enigma. Layla: The enigma. Let me say well, which one would refresh my recollection? Do you remember? De'Vannon: Oh, that one is from Lilo, right? We live without calm as well. And Layla: was it like a, was it, oh, was it a double? That De'Vannon: was the one. I think that was the one I believe that was double Layla: stimulator.Right? I De'Vannon: think just the one that you said it either is like super. No, no, I think that's the one that you said that is the replacement for the rabbit ears. Maybe. Layla: What was that on? Was that Lila or was that.De'Vannon: Yeah. So y'all, she has two websites that she recommend [00:48:00] love Eva lov ECR v.com. Other one. And we'll get back to the enigma in a second though. So let's switch over to the Vesper because this Layla: the best for, oh, I just, I had it on and I T I I'm not wearing it right now. Darn it. Okay. De'Vannon: Tell us about the Vesper.This is very unique. Layla: Oh my gosh. First of all, when you go to that website, I just, I actually am having a call in later on today with T who is the founder, one of the founders of that company. I just am. I'm in love with her, her passion. You know, it's a woman creating sex toys, great, amazing sex toys beautiful sex toys.Like they're, you know, they double a lot of them double his jewelry, but even the ones that don't, you know, are just very elegant. I mean, they appeal to the female. I, you know, you want something that's beautiful and, and you know, some of the let's face it. I mean, some of the sex toys that, you know, were coming out of China or whatever, you know, [00:49:00] they're not beautiful.I mean, they get you off, but you know, if you can, when you're appealing to women, if you can ha if it can be beautiful and give you multi-orgasmic items, I mean, like that's where we're going to go. So her stuff is. Really great. Really amazing. And she's got one product. That's the, I think that's the enigma, right?Where it it's, it's like the replay we're placement for the rabbit ears, the Mr. Bunny that probably all of us have had, or experienced those vibrating ears that got our clits for the very first time. And we're like, whoa, whoa, what is this? This is amazing. It's kind of the updated modern version of it.And And it's sleek and elegant and beautiful. And again, you can engrave it, you know, you can put in fun, fun, little engravings on it, just like a lot of a lot of the stuff that love grave, you can engrave it. So it's fun, you know, it's, it's, she's marketing very well to women, but th but the products are amazing and they feel amazing the strength and the power, they don't run down and [00:50:00] just give you a dull little, w w w now this is some strong vibration and the Vesper, same thing.It's a beautiful necklace. Looks like a necklace and you wear it. And then you know, when you're ready for some action, you just like detach it and it's ready to go. So it's kind of fun that you're out wearing it doubles as a necklace, looks like a necklace, looks like a beautiful piece of jewelry. And then when you're ready to, you know, even if you're out in public, you know, you want to slip that thing off and under the table with your partner or what, however you want to use it, however creative you want to be.You're just ready to go. Plus. You know, when you walk out wearing that and other Vesper, where's see you, it's bold, you know, it's like, oh yeah, she's good to go. Like, it's, it's cool. I like it. This is definitely, it's definitely saying something.De'Vannon: I'm just so like, oh my God, like all of these different, like sex toys and everything are just like absolutely fascinating, you know, because they add [00:51:00] spice to the bedroom. We also need guys to get over being insecure about sex toys. So they're not trying to replace you with them. It's just another option, you know?And so I wanted to, so I'm on Lilo's website, pulled up the enigma, the word, this branded is absolutely fascinating to me. The person, the model looks like a trans person or somebody who's. Who like, I can't really tell what the sex is and they're doing a fun word play in the middle of the screen that says, well, it says unknown pleasure at the top.It says kind of like unknown sex, unknown pleasure than the middle screen. It says transits and until bliss. So well, because Layla: you could use that for, you could use this on a man or a woman.De'Vannon: But I'd love it. Cause I love how [00:52:00] open-minded. And how on brand, this is this series, like a big shout out to the two S LGBTQ community. You know, it is very inclusive the way they have this branded.Layla: Yep. Yep, exactly. So you can, you could be, I mean, you can use this it's it can be for your clit and your G-spot or you can be stimulating your, paraniem or your balls with it. And then your prostate like this, this is multi-purpose and who does, I mean, the more stimulation, the better, I mean, when you can get like a two for one, Ooh, because I'll let me speak frankly, here, because as I should, right.I mean, if you are, if I let's, if I'm trying to get what I've literally. Before they started getting super creative with sex choice. It'd be like, okay, I'd have something. If I'm masturbating, I've got something in my ass. I've got you [00:53:00] know you know a dildo in, in, in my pussy. And then I'm. Maybe using a third device or a dildo with a vibrator on top to hit my click.You know, I mean, I'm trying to get like the triple wow effect, but I, you know, I mean, I, so I'm trying to sit on something and stuff at my ass. And then you know, then I got to work my knees and I'm like, no, no, this, this allows you to lay on your bed. If you want, if you don't want to be that physical with yourself and you don't want to have that active of a session, I mean, why not have stuff that's multipurpose, then, then you got three toys to clean out.You know, when you're done with that now, now you just got this one here and maybe you throw another one in there, but, but I I'm telling you if you can hit your G-spot and you're cleared at the same time, that's, that's pretty darn good. You'll be pretty happy. I'm waiting for somebody to actually make.And I hope toy manufacturers are hearing me. I want a triple. Wow. Wow. [00:54:00] Something, something that's got three stimulators on it goes into. It goes, goes in your pussy and hit your clip. That's my request to the sex toy gods.De'Vannon: And Layla: if anybody knows of it, if anybody knows, if it exists, please, please, please, please email me. I'll be your best friend. De'Vannon: So we'll send you a video with a live demonstration. Layla: Yeah. You might not get to see my face, but you know, I might, I might be bold enough to send out some sort of some, some sort of special.Thank you. De'Vannon: Okay. So. I know we went kind of back and forth there with those to a sex toy websites. So again, they're love crave.com, L O V E C R E v.com and a lilo.com L E L o.com. I'm on Layla's affiliate links into the show notes, and of course our website will be there, which also can link you over to [00:55:00] her affiliate links as well.That when you decided to get anything, homegirl can get credit for it. Since you did hear it from her first. I didn't know about these websites until I was researching her. And so all the credit goes to Ms. Layla. And so now these sex toys, I think can be good, not just for couples or single people for people who are taking a pause, their own celibacy, for whatever reason, you know, maybe they, there's no reason to go without anything at all.Maybe if somebody has some sort of medical condition, that's preventing them from having sex and meeting with other people. If somebody is staying in the house because of the Corona virus and they don't fuck with them, people, you know, you can do zoom calls. Each person can have a sex toy, you know, there's ways to to, to do, you know, the possibilities are Layla: really endless.It's really endless. Yes. Yeah, absolutely. Yeah. I mean, just. Self-love is, is important too. I mean, I definitely, I'm a [00:56:00] big proponent of masturbation. I do it all the time. And I actually even had like a, I did last year. Oh. And if we're coming up on March again, I did March masturbation madness month and, you know, play on March, March madness month.I'm like, I'm going to make this sexy. I don't care about basketball. I mean, I like basketball, but I was just like, I need to, I need to find a way to get something out of this too. So I did the March masturbation madness month where I masturbated everyday for 30 days or 31 days. Was it 31 days in March? I forget.And anyway, it was, it's interesting when you start again, like when you start putting effort towards yourself and your body and your, and your sexuality, even just giving that much time and attention to myself. I mean, I'm like, damn, I feel good. Didn't have any bad days. De'Vannon: I know that's right. March masturbation, Matt and his mom Hills.Yeah. It's these important for people to know that our partners are not [00:57:00] responsible for all of our sexual gratification. Like we still gotta do some shit on our own. Some of us have incredibly high sex drives and it's not fair to put that pressure on them. So some people open their relationships up to have sex with other people.Some people don't do that. Some people would prefer toys or masturbation to, to supplements, to supplement compliment. Supplement is a better word. You know, the sexiness of it all, and it's masturbation just like towards the, not anything against your partner is just another option. That's all the different type of experience.And so I want to, this is all like the good, good, good stuff. I want to talk about some of the. Not so fortunate experiences that you may have had because I want, I don't want to paint too rosy of a picture. I wanted the people let people know that there may have been a hiccup or two. Now there's an episode that you have called lady boner killer, where you talk about this guy's treacherous toenails and everything like that, where you got catfish.So I want you to [00:58:00] tell me about this, this hookup, our story. Layla: Oh, well, there have been quite a few along the way. If you can imagine you know, it's, let's just start with the cat fishing. So if you are going to be using online sites, obviously be as honest and upfront as you can, about what you look like and what you're looking for.Don't, you know, don't be a douche bag and. Like if you're, if you're married, you know, say you're single and you're just done, you know, like there's plenty of women that don't care. You can put the true merit on there. And some women don't care or men don't care, you know, it's like, whatever, just represent yourself honestly, and accurately.And not just in the facts that you're conveying, but also your pictures because I know that this happens. I I've heard, it happens a lot with men, but it, it does happen with women too, where a man will have posted something. That's just like [00:59:00] either flat out doesn't look like him. That was him 50 pounds ago or 10 years ago, you know, it's like you show up and it's awkward because you're putting the other person in a position to be like, have to say something to you.I am going to say something, you know, I'm not, I'm gonna just let that slide and I'm going to be polite as I can about it, but it's kind of like, it, it, it, to me, it's annoying. Cause it's it's district. I consider it disrespectful of the other person's time. And again, there's nothing wrong with you or the way you are.If you're trust me, put your, put, be honest about yourself. And you'll, you'll be so much happier that the people that you are attracting are actually interested in you. So that's one thing then the I just have this thing about men and grooming and funky, fucked up feet are. [01:00:00] I can't handle it. I just cannot handle it.I know I don't expect men to be, you know, fancy and soft like women. But I, in fact I liked it. I like a rugged, I like a man's man, but if your feet look like a gargoyles toes and you know, the, the toenails are dry, yellow, brittle crumbling off and long and hook like, like they could hook you. If they could pick you, if they could pick things up and carry them with their toes, with those finger toes, we got a problem.I cannot handle that. And usually a man will show up when flip-flops sport in those toes. And I'm like, oh no, I'm retching in my mouth. Secretly just like, I can't do it. No, that's, that's just a big turnoff to me. So if you have souls on your souls, no. No. Nobody wants that. What do you, how do you feel [01:01:00] about that?I mean, do you want some guy showing you like to show us he doesn't take any pride in his appearance? I dunno. That's how I look at it. De'Vannon: Well, if you're asking me and you did, for me, it depends on my motivation and my goal. If I'm trying to date and do something, long-term I eat it. I'm gonna look at it differently than.Well shit, actually, no, I'm too much of a sled. I was going to say, yeah, it wasn't saying, you know, as I'm trying to date him, long-term then I'm gonna work with him on those tells us an opportunity for me to help him improve. But if it's going to be a hookup and he may not want me to help him improve, but at the end of the day, you know, where's the deck.I can just focus on that and leave that alone. Yeah. Layla: Okay. But, okay. But let me, let me go one layer deeper. There's a lot of what subliminally, what that projects to me is like, if you don't care about your appearance and, and that kind of stuff, and you're not [01:02:00] aware, I mean, if you've got eyeballs in your head, you can look down and see that we can all see it, then how am I supposed to, how am I supposed to think that you're a good lover?Where's your awareness? Where's your observation? Are you going to be listening to me, tuned into my, my body, you know, How good are you going to really be? I mean, I can masturbate on Dick's. I mean, I've done it plenty of times, you know what I mean? Just like, yeah. You're like, well, okay. He's okay, let's go for it.And, and, you know, you're just going to, it's going to be one and done, but I don't know. I mean, like, I just, I, I honestly, I'd rather, you know, I'd rather, I want some good, I don't just want mediocre sex. I mean, I want good sex and someone who's not into their own grooming to me, it suggests that there are bad lover.De'Vannon: And well, that's what your radar is, pinging them. You [01:03:00] always listen to yourself. So, Hey, so yeah, I mean, I did that before. I didn't a part of the reason I didn't call a guy who wanted me to call him was because of his tells him that it was way back in the day though. And I don't know, I kind of look back on that now.I'm like, gosh, you know, I think that might have been shallow of me. I'm not calling you shallow, but you know, you had other things going on too, but you know, to each his own, you know, whatever your pet peeves are, I believe that therefore a reason. So for you, it fucked up toes and do it for you. They didn't for me then.And I'm saying all that. I may still not like them now. I just don't come across bad toes that often, now that you mentioned it, you really kind of done. I just kind of like a VAT. That's only happened once that a guys tells him in that bad that I kind of turned them down for him. Something that wasn't being shallow.So you might be on something. Layla: Can you turn him down now? That's the thing I don't I not saying [01:04:00] I come across it very often, but when I do, I'm like, whoa, it's just saying something to me. De'Vannon: Those are speaking. She could fuck reading the tea leaves. You can read the toenails. Layla: Oh God. Don't make me look at them.That hurts, like burns the corneas of my eyes. I don't even want to look.Yeah. Be honest. Yeah. And just don't show up. Like, don't have misrepresented yourself. It's it's not going to work. You're not going to, someone's not going to, they're going to be turned off. You know, they're going to be turned off. De'Vannon: Okay, then with that, we could go ahead and begin to bring this thing down.Like a nice car Dick that was been hard for the next hour. And now it's time for us to make it come and bring it on down. So I will let you just go ahead and have the last word, any sort of advice you'd like to give to the, to the world, to the men, to the women, to those who done identify the wave or whatever it is you [01:05:00] want to say.Layla: Well, I just, you know, anybody that's listening, I just, you know, I really want. Just say, you know, my kinda my message. I think we it's been sprinkled sprinkled in here throughout the whole conversation is just that, you know, I'm all about making your sex life a priority. Don't let it slide. Don't let it go.You know, think about all the things in your life that you prioritize, you know, your, your hygiene, your health, you know, exercise, diet, all that stuff. You, your sexuality is a huge part of who you are and to try to deny it and live your life, pretending like it's not important because society is telling you that, or church is telling you that, or your partner is telling you that, or whatever, you know, or you're telling yourself that you need to, you know, you need to wake up.Realize that's not true. And, you know, put a little effort into it. Set, do a little challenge like I did in the beginning. Doesn't have to be as long, but get yourself a little fun sex bucket list and go knock some things out, get re you know, re excited back in [01:06:00] touch with who you are as a sexual being.And you're going to be, I mean, I'm a lot happier because, because I'm out there with my sexuality and I ma it's important to me, and I make sure that, you know, it's one of the things that gets handled throughout the month, you know? So I just encourage everybody else to you know, to give it a shot, bump it up, bump it up the priority list and see where it takes you.You'll be surprised. De'Vannon: How has yeah. Layla London, thank you so much for your transparency today for being bold enough to talk about these things, for telling the truth and And for blessing the world with your podcasts and you know, and everything like that, because it's, you know, it's going to, I like w you know, writing blogs, books, podcasts, and shows and things like that, because, you know, that sort of work will outlive us and everything like that, it can be shared [01:07:00] and so forth.And it's just, it's just really, really this is really, really a fucking incredible to to meet people who, who don't mind is telling the truth and just being in their own skin, because it really, really, really. I hope that that's a really, I really think a lot of problems boil down to just people not accepting themselves, what you project is.Self-acceptance and just comfort. You're just, you're not too much. Not too little. You're not arrogant. You're not too humble. You're just, this is me, right? Layla: This is what it is. You are who you are. Yeah. Thank you so much. Thank you for letting me come on and, you know, share my message and asking me these great questions.And I just want to let everybody know if they want to reach out. They can go to my website. I love the best way to reach me. I love voicemail. And if you go to the curious go diaries.com, you can click on the pink [01:08:00] tab on the right-hand side and leave me just a voice memo. And I will get back to you personally.So if you have anything you want me to know or share or questions, I'm I'm here to engage. De'Vannon: Right. And we will put that in the show notes and engage your way. Thank you so much, Iowa.Thank you all so much for taking time to listen to the sex drugs and Jesus podcast. It really means everything to me. Look, if you love the show, you can find more informat

Welcome to February 15th, 2022 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate getting serious about dairy and a smooth candy king. Wisconsin is one of the biggest dairy producers in the United States, each year generating over 30 billion pounds of milk-related foods. So it shouldn't come as a surprise that the state takes butter very seriously. In fact, Wisconsin outlawed the sale of margarine for decades. During World War II, sales of margarine were allowed because of milk rationing. But it wasn't allowed to be yellow in order to avoid confusing it with real butter. It took until 1967 before the state allowed the sale of yellow margarine. Even today there are Wisconsin laws intended to make the difference clear. On National Wisconsin Day, we toast the Badger State and all its natural beauty. But make sure it's butter on that toast, my friend. Or else. If you've ever played the board game Candy Land you will know there is no gumdrop king in the Gumdrop Mountains. But there was one in real life. Percy Truesdell was posthumously named the Gumdrop King for his improvement of the candy. Percy worked in the chemistry labs of Ohio State State University and it was here that he made a discovery. By adding the perfect amount of starch to the recipe, the once solid glob of sugar became a smooth, chewy confection. The original flavors of clove, allspice, cinnamon and spearmint are not as popular today but they do go nicely on gingerbread houses. Most people still prefer cherry, grape, orange and lemon and thanks to the Gumdrop King we can celebrate National Gumdrop Day without breaking our teeth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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‘Gumdrop' was the first ‘pit bull' to be adopted in Denver after the 30-year ban was repealed. But he wasn't the last. ‘The Denver Animal Shelter found homes for 100 pit bulls in 2021, enough to make the newly legalized dogs the second-most adopted breed at the shelter.' These are some of the stories making headlines in animal protection:* Manatee County, FL, “approved a new ordinance that prevents the killing of feral cats. The changes are a result of a Manatee County woman's loss and efforts to save other cats from the same fate” when her neighbor had the community cats she cared for trapped and killed.* 1,062,127 animals found homes during the “Home 4 the Holidays” pet adoption drive between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day. That's 1,062,127 animals who no longer face the needle.* The Labrador Retriever was named the “most popular” dog breed for the 31st year in a row. But it's not really true. Despite AKC press releases making that claim and headlines parroting it, mixed breed dogs always take the top spot. And it isn't even close.* On the heels of the McPlant burger at McDonald's and Chipotle's vegan chorizo, KFC adds plant-based “chicken” at all U.S. locations. * “Gumdrop” was the first so-called “pit bull” to be adopted in Denver in 30 years after the ban was repealed. But he wasn't the last. “The Denver Animal Shelter found homes for 100 pit bulls in 2021, enough to make the newly legalized dogs the second-most adopted breed at the shelter.” Banning dogs based on how they look is immoral. It is also ineffective. That's not just opinion; it's science: 50% of dogs labeled as pit bulls lacked DNA breed signatures of breeds commonly classified as pit bulls; Dogs targeted for breed discriminatory laws are not more likely to bite, do not bite harder, and such bans do not result in fewer dog bites or bite-related hospitalization rates; and, Enforcement of the ban is expensive with no measurable impact on public safety. Bans also negatively impact surrounding communities and rescue groups who have to take on the burden for such regressive and selfish policies in order to save the lives of these dogs. “When a city has a breed-specific ban, good dogs die. It's that simple.”* As companies seek to bring employees back to the office, human resources professionals are reporting increased calls for their pets to come, too: “more job seekers are looking at pet-friendly benefits and policies in evaluating a potential employer.” This is not just good for dogs, it is good for the bottom line. Studies have found that the presence of dogs in the workplace reduces stress, increases social interactions, leads to improved performance (including fewer errors), longer work hours, reduced absenteeism, and reduced turnover.* The New Hampshire Legislature is set to decide whether to create a committee that will study how to curtial rental housing discrimination for tenants whose families include dogs and cats. Protecting those tenants will not only keep families together, reduce shelter intakes, and increase adoptions, it will benefit landlords, public health, and local businesses.* Last May, the Green River City Council in Wyoming was asked to vote on getting rid of the gas chamber to kill animals at its local pound. Not one city councilmember seconded the motion and it failed to pass. But after a series of public protests by local citizens, the Mayor has directed staff to come up with a plan to replace gas killing.* New Jersey legislators were set to pass a bill that would have allowed courts to order defendants in animal cruelty cases to pay for the costs of animal care and if they fail to do so, forfeit the animals, before conviction. Unfortunately, the bill would have also allowed New Jersey shelters/pounds to kill those animals once they are granted full custody. Seizing animals being subjected to violence and then allowing pounds to commit the ultimate form of violence on them – killing – is a gross betrayal, not only adding insult to a life of injury, but taking us further – not closer – to the goal of animal protection. The No Kill Advocacy Center's requested amendments to further protect animals were not adopted, but the bill ultimately failed to pass.* The director of the Memphis, TN, pound is violating the law by refusing to provide the medical records of animals to citizens who request them in order to hide why some animals are dying in their kennels and why others are being deliberately killed. She claims she is doing it to protect the “privacy” rights of animals under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), but such a claim is absurd. One reason why is that a Federal Court has already ruled that, “There is no veterinarian privilege, no animal equivalent of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, and no case law suggesting that humans and animals are entitled to the same level of privacy.”Food for thought:* In Part 3 of our podcast history of U.S. animal sheltering, Jennifer and I tell the story of the creation of the first No Kill community. We also discuss the subsequent spread of the No Kill Equation model of sheltering nationwide — efforts that continue to spare the lives of millions of animals every year.* A new study finds that people who live with dogs drive more — and the more dogs they have, the more miles they drive. A fair number of those car trips are to recreate with dogs, like hiking, walking, and playing off-leash. For purposes of reducing traffic, carbon emissions, and improving the quality of life for dogs and dog lovers, urban planners are urged to make their cities more dog-friendly.* Shelters are stressful places for dogs and they can also be stressful places for potential adopters. Several recent studies, however, demonstrate how to make shelters more welcoming for both: 1. Give dogs the ability to see other dogs; 2. Doggy roommates; 3. Lots of treats; and 4. Sniff holes.* Cats often fare poorly, too. Making a shelter cat happy is simple according to a recent study: lots of cuddles.As more people turn to rescue and adoption and more shelters embrace progressive policies, the number of communities placing over 95% and as high as 99% of the animals is increasing. * Fremont County, CO, had its best year ever. It reported a 99% placement rate for dogs, 98% for cats, and it placed all but one other animal. * Ames, IA, also reported a 99% placement rate for dogs, 98% for cats, and 96% for rabbits and other animal companions.* Flathead, MT, reported a 96% placement rate for dogs and 94% for cats.These communities and the data nationally prove that animals are not dying in pounds because there are too many, because there are too few homes, or because people don't want the animals. They are dying because people in those pounds are killing them. Replace those people, implement the No Kill Equation, and we can be a No Kill nation today.And, finally, a legal fight is being heard in a Boston, MA, courtroom between a rescue group which wants to amputate a young dog's leg because of complications from a prior fracture and ongoing infection and the dog's foster mom, who wants to adopt Kirklin and first try surgery to save the leg (at her own expense).According to media reports, the foster mom, “took it upon herself to get a second opinion from other veterinarians. Prior to something as drastic as an amputation, she would like to have the plate [in the dog's leg] surgically removed to see if that allows the leg to completely heal.” The foster mom also said that Kirklin “made big strides in recent weeks since he started taking antibiotics. ‘It's almost like you can't even tell there was an issue… The improvement is tremendous.'”To stop the amputation, she “hired an attorney to take the rescue organization to court and win ownership of Kirklin. ‘We came with our hands open, saying we would pay for surgery and pay for care of the dog'... The dog is perfectly fine. Just let us adopt…”In a statement, the rescue group disputes that the dog is fine. They note that they, “paid for surgery to try to save his limb and a metal plate was installed. Following surgery, Kirklin was required to be on restricted rest for several months so that his bones could fuse, and he could continue to utilize his front leg,” but the plate failed. They further note that, “The veterinary partners that we rely on as an organization have advised that amputation of the leg is the most clear-cut pathway to recovery. He is suffering in great pain but his happy-go-lucky nature and pain medication masks this. The bottom line is that Kirklin is suffering from a painful infection that could become systemic and life threatening… While it breaks our heart to see dogs who have undergone injuries that result in amputations, those of us who know dogs know that they adjust very quickly to life on three legs, especially when it is a front leg.”The rescue group's attorney argued in court that, “It's not her decision because she doesn't own the dog. If this foster is allowed to just arbitrarily say, ‘No, it's my rules now,' that will bring down the entire foster system.”Both sides have compelling arguments and both sides seem to be motivated by what they believe is in the best interest of the dog. And that suggests how the court should rule. Rather than decide the issue of “ownership” of the dog, the court could decide what is in the best interest of the dog.Animals have rights independent of the people they are connected to — or at least they should. Thankfully, more and more of our laws are enshrining those rights into law: in cruelty, divorce, and probate cases. But animals need more legal recognition. They need legal personhood, which will protect them in all cases where an animal's best interest might be in conflict with that of the people around him/her, as courts do for children and other at-risk groups. A guardian ad litem appointed by the court to be Kirklin's attorney would give him such a voice.“Both sides made their arguments in court this week, but the [court] has yet to issue a decision.” And before it does, it would be a good idea to hear from Kirklin, too. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit news.nathanwinograd.org/subscribe

Its been a couple of years since the big heist and Gumdrop has finally tracked Santa down to exact his revenge.  Unfortunately for him, a curse has left him unable to act so his organisation has hired some mercenaries to punctuate Santa's final Ho Ho Ho.  In this special Christmas Episode of the It's a Mimic podcast, join DM's Dan and Adam as they take Dave and Megan's diminutive heroes through the wilderness to end the Claus and perhaps, discover how his magic works.    DON'T FORGET TO LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!   Available On: https://www.itsamimic.com iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/its-a-mimic/id1450770037 Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/3Y19VxSxLKyfg0gY0yUeU1 Podbean at https://itsamimic.podbean.com/  YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQmvEufzxPHWrFSZbB8uuw   Social: Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/itsamimic/ Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/itsamimic/?hl=en Reddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/ItsaMimic/ Email at info@itsamimic.com   Dungeon Master 1:  Adam Nason Dungeon Master 2:  Dan O'Coin Host 2:  Megan Lengle Host 3:  Coffee Bitch Dave   Written by:  Adam Nason, Dan O'Coin, Coffee Bitch Dave, and Megan Lengle Director:  Adam Nason Audio Editor:  Dan O'Coin Video Editor:  Adam Nason Produced by:  Dan O'Coin and Adam Nason Executive Producers:  Dan O'Coin and Adam Nason Intro/Outro Music by:  Cory Wiebe/Tyler Gibson Logo by:  Katie Skidmore at https://www.instagram.com/clementineartportraits/   Current Gear: Microphone (USA) - https://amzn.to/2WWuCsz  Microphone (CAN) - https://amzn.to/2WTZ69G   This post or video may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission for purchases made through our links.   This episode is meant to be used as an inspirational supplement for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition and tabletop roleplaying games in general.  It's A Mimic! does not own the rights to any Wizards of the Coasts products.   Artwork included in this episode's visualizations is published and/or owned by Wizards of the Coast.

Hiya everyone and welcome back to the podcast! The gals are so excited this week to dive into some of their favorite Disney Christmas movies and also explore some of the newer ones! Stay tuned because this is only part one of two and let us know what your favorite Disney Christmas movie is! And with that, you're listening to The Main Street Gals!...Podcast logo thanks to Coolidge Abelbey!..Connect with us on Facebook, or Instagram @themainstreetgals or by email themainstreetgals@gmail.com

** Content Warning at Bottom of Show Notes** NO ADS & MORE | TRANSCRIPT | MERCH | SOCIALS | DISCORD The Christmas Caper Finale is here! John, Merry, Scarlet and Gumdrop must track down Jack Frost deep within the Sugar Plum Forest if they have any hope of recovery Santa's Hat and saving Christmas! GM: Zachary Fortais-Gomm Gumdrop: James Barbarossa Merry: L C Girling John: Felix Trench Scarlet: Beth Crane Voice Edit: Cai Gwylin Pritchard System: A Christmas Caper Content Warnings: Fantasy Threat and Violence Comical Existential Dread Comedic and Fantastical Portrayal of Prejudice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

** Content Warning at Bottom of Show Notes** REALMS OF PERIL & GLORY TRANSCRIPT | MERCH | SOCIALS | DISCORD Join Merry, John, Scarlet and Gumdrop as they travel through the North Pole attempting to recover Santa's Hat and save Christmas! GM: Zachary Fortais-Gomm Gumdrop: James Barbarossa Merry: L C Girling John: Felix Trench Scarlet: Beth Crane System: A Christmas Caper Content Warnings: Fantasy Threat and Violence Comical Existential Dread Comedic and Fantastical Portrayal of Prejudice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

** Content Warning at Bottom of Show Notes** NO ADS & MORE | TRANSCRIPT | MERCH | SOCIALS | DISCORD Join Merry, John, Scarlet and Gumdrop as they travel through the North Pole attempting to recover Santa's Hat and save Christmas! GM: Zachary Fortais-Gomm Gumdrop: James Barbarossa Merry: L C Girling John: Felix Trench Scarlet: Beth Crane System: A Christmas Caper Content Warnings: Fantasy Threat and Violence Comical Existential Dread Comedic and Fantastical Portrayal of Prejudice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Car talks with Kangle Lin of Gumdrop. They discuss his journey down the Bitcoin rabbit hole, how he sold his first company at 21 years of age and why he believes NFTs on Bitcoin can work.

We're hard at work on Season 5 (launching this September!) but before then, we're giving you a second bite at a topic we spent a long time thinking about this year: what's in a name? Earlier this season we explored how planetary bodies and their geological features get named. And to our surprise, it's not all Greek and Roman mythology (we're looking at you, Titan's hills Gandalf and Bilbo). We also recorded an explainer on how NASA names their spacecraft, but we just didn't have time for it in the original episode. So, what do Snoopy, Spider, and Gumdrop have in common? Find out in this bonus episode!

Take a few seconds to leave us a review. It really helps! https://apple.co/2RIsbZ2 if you do it and send us proof, we'll give you a shoutout on the show.(1:25) - From Unwanted Gum To Sought After Shoes: Gumdrop collects used gum from bins placed strategically around cities along with unwanted gum from manufacturers like wrigley and upcycles them to make desirable products like the iconic Adidas Stan Smith shoes. (8:40) - PANDA Will Reduce Embodied Carbon By 40% For Construction: PANDA is a software solution developed by Price & Myers to address the ever rigorous legislation being passed which urges corporations to be more environmentally conscious. The software's Monte Carlo algorithm will determine the least carbon intensive and affordable configurations based on a builders input promising embodied carbon savings of up to 40%.(16:30) - Is it a boat? Is it a plane? It's a ground effect vehicle!: REGENT is making waves in the transportation industry by introducing a ground effect vehicle fully powered by electric propulsion that can transport people 6x faster than ferries within a 180 mile range at a maximum speed of 180 miles per hour while offering the same level of safety as an aircraft. --About the podcast:Every day, some of the most innovative universities, companies, and individual technology developers share their knowledge on Wevolver. To ensure we can also provide this knowledge for the growing group of podcast listeners, we started a collaboration with two young engineers, Daniel Scott Mitchell & Farbod Moghaddam who discuss the most interesting content in this podcast series. To learn more about this show, please visit the shows page. By following the page, you will get automatic updates by email when a new show is published.Be sure to give us a follow and review on Apple podcasts, Spotify, and most of your favorite podcast platforms!

An awesome fantasy world can make a story — just as a terrible or terrifying one can make you run for a different book. Join Autumn and Jesper as they go head to head to come up with the worst fantasy world... or figure out how to create a story out of some pretty horrifying recommendations. If you want to check out the Story Idea book Autumn and Jesper mention in the podcast, head over to https://books2read.com/StoryIdeas  (and check out the brand new audiobook that was just released!). OR pick up the Plot Development book and get a free ebook copy of Story Ideas at https://books2read.com/Plot-Development. Tune in for new episodes EVERY single Monday.  SUPPORT THE AM WRITING FANTASY PODCAST! Please tell a fellow author about the show and visit us at Apple podcast and leave a rating and review.  Join us at www.patreon.com/AmWritingFantasy. For as little as a dollar a month, you'll get awesome rewards and keep the Am Writing Fantasy podcast going.  Read the full transcript below. (Please note that it's automatically generated and while the AI is super cool, it isn't perfect. There may be misspellings or incorrect words on occasion). Narrator (2s): You're listening to The Am Writing Fantasy Podcast in today's Publishing landscape, you can reach fans all over the world. Query letters are a thing of the past. You don't even need. And literary agent, there is nothing standing in the way of making a living from writing. Join two best selling authors who have self published more than 20 books between them now on to the show with your hosts, Autumn Birt and Jesper Schmidt. Jesper (30s): Hello, I'm Jesper. Autumn (31s): And I am Autumn. Jesper (33s): This is episode 123 of The Am Writing Fantasy Podcast. And today we are going to run it one of our not so serious episodes. We are going to dive into our alternate alternating lists. That's what, what I'm trying to say at the WORST and or scary fantasy world that we can think of. So they should probably be able to be a good one. Autumn (1m 2s): And it should be, I have some fun doing some research thinking or finding some books. I am not sure if I wanted to read, but just to get inspiration, but it was actually a really fun one to come up with the list. So will have to see if I do a stool. Appreciate. Dominic's a comment that I always win it. And so I just thought, well, that's, that's the stuff we don't talk to her. Jesper (1m 25s): And I think actually I think we already know who's going to win this one. So apparently we don't need to talk to, well, no, he does know what he was talking about it. Autumn (1m 35s): I figured out that comment would make you go and do like extra work on this one. Jesper (1m 40s): So actually it wasn't the back of my mind when I make my list, I was like, I have to come up with something good today. So I figured, so it will have to see, I definitely have a surprise for you at number one where I pulled it from. So it will have to, Oh no, it's already such as like, Oh no. Oh no. It, it must be a bad thing. One. Yeah. I'm sure you don't worry. You don't want you to stress now. And we have to get that. Autumn (2m 5s): It's like at the end, it's in 40 minutes. So don't worry about it. You don't want to stress to the next 40 minutes. I can probably count. Let it go. You do you have more of a calm? I thought I was a competitor until I met you and you have a much more of a competition edge. Jesper (2m 22s): Okay. To say, I like to compete, to be honest with him and well, I can at least pretend to be a sore loser. Normally. I'm not that I like to. I like to play the game here. You have to be a good example, too. The kids who are the referee and the adults you referee, sometimes it sounds like the last weekend I handed out three yellow cards for people who were doing the scent, you know, complaining about things. So well, but that's a nice thing that, you know, there are, I don't have to be the sole lose. If they disagree with me, I can just give them the yellow car. End of story. That you know, you do not have that power over me. I'm sorry. No worries. Jesper (3m 2s): Yeah. Yeah. I think I've said to my wife at some point that I would love it. If it was possible, you know, in business meetings to bring my yellow and red cards and you just like, yeah, Autumn (3m 12s): Well you are out by, by that. Wouldn't be so much easier than it would be pretty good, like a mediator or something. That'd be fantastic. You know, here's your card and you got to do your out time out yet. Go sit up for five minutes. So that would change the dynamics of things so much. It would. But I think that a lot of people wouldn't like you either, but That's a different story. You probably have to work for an independent agency where they can't fire you. Jesper (3m 39s): Yeah. Well, that's it, Is that the moral on again with all the cards in his pocket? Or what the hell are you Sure? It was like, Oh no, it's another meeting today. Yeah. Autumn (3m 49s): Oh, well, but it is besides that, besides the refereeing, how are things over on your side as well as the Atlantic? Jesper (3m 55s): Well, it's a pretty good. My son's were actually going to go to the hairdresser today for the first time in months down the road in the lockdown. Yeah. It was a sign that I was very jealous, but then it just got worse because then the head rest is a canceled. Oh no, it was so frustrating. My, my oldest son who was really annoyed by it at the, Yeah. I don't know, like everybody else, I guess a we, or like a hair monsters is walking around here the whole time Autumn (4m 23s): Or like my long hair. I took a couple years to grow this. Backout different for, you know, and that's the same as well. Go for the Viking. Look, you know, in braids and some long it'll be fine. Yeah. And that's your heritage, it's your heritage. You, you need to go for it. Yeah. Jesper (4m 43s): But that is true. But actually over the weekend as well, just to say, tell you that, that I watch one of the movies that you were recommending, Autumn (4m 51s): Which one Jesper (4m 52s): I've watched The yang yang master on the floor. Autumn (4m 55s): Excellent. What did you think you didn't even say? Jesper (4m 58s): No, I didn't know if that was on purpose Or holding out. I always want to hold Out and stuff up. Autumn (5m 5s): Then we recorded a podcast or a I'm sensing a trend. Jesper (5m 9s): Ah, yeah, yeah, yeah. Oh yeah. No, no. I think, I think it was good. I like the is not going to do in this partnership, but I liked, as you said as well that you don't quite see Don and coming. Oh, I like that. Autumn (5m 24s): Yeah. I, I, the setup was like, Oh, there's no way out of the day. Oh really? That makes so much sense. It's perfect. So that one is much better than the, the other one that is also the ying-yang masters, having the one that one's not quite as good. And like I said, especially for the one you just watched ferret demons. Oh my God, what a fair or a demon. So I might technically have one if you've seen my dog, but yeah. They're so cute. And they were all, so yeah. Jesper (5m 53s): So, so we have any listeners out there. If you want to a way that it is a FANTASY movie, it is, it is Chinese, but that doesn't mean I don't mind being a Chinese, but maybe some people do it, but it's called the young, young master. And it's a show on Netflix. So a, if you want to check that out and ah, yeah, I should have just have to do it. It's a bit different in many ways, you know, it's, it has almost like a human side to it as well. Like it's a, it's a bit, it's not silly at all, but, but it is a bit like some of the creatures is a bit, like, I almost feel like they put in down as a comical relief, you know, Autumn (6m 33s): And the turtles, Jesper (6m 36s): They are also pretty cool. I mean, it is very FANTASY heavy, at least. So yeah. Autumn (6m 40s): FANTASY have a very good CGI, very good acting and a story that has a twist at the end that you don't see coming and you don't see how that's going to have to work out. I thought it was a fantastic FA fantastic storytelling and fun event. It would, if it was a book, I totally would have to read it. So it was excellent. Jesper (6m 60s): Yeah. Yeah. And I think it was based on or off a book. No, no, no, no, no. I read actually the first movie, the one I just watched the yang master, that's actually based off a video game. And then the other one that you just mentioned, the turn it to yang yang master, they turn it to you or something. I think it was called that's based off the book. Okay. And that one is, I have not watched the second one, the eternity one yet. But as far as I read that one is a bit more dark. Whereas this one young master is a bit more lighthearted. Autumn (7m 31s): That sounds very correct. Yeah. Jesper (7m 35s): Okay. But how about you? You, you had a bit of a bumpy ride, this bus. Autumn (7m 40s): Okay. That seems to be a, as long as it doesn't go back to whatever month I said that I felt like I was cursed. I know, I think that was February, but as long as it doesn't go that way, we should be all right. But its been, that's been a little bit of a hiccup. My vaccine was canceled at the last minute. So now I don't get vaccinated until may because they changed the Johns, the Johnson and Johnson has some side effects, which I have to admit. I would probably be right in the target of potentials for side effects. So Lina, maybe it was a good thing, but it has been one of those weeks where you feel like the rug has pulled out of you, I'm a Hunter you with every step. So at this point I'm just expecting someone to push me off a cliff and we stay away from cliffs or they're just send me a parachute and Well, or Mary Poppins or has an umbrella or something I need to, I need a safety net this week, but we will get through it. Autumn (8m 36s): And I will not. Maybe it's because of what happens to be my birthday or a week. So maybe its just, you know, fate instead of rubbing in it, I will ignore that. I've been hoping for a good week. I'm planning for a good birthday. Oddly enough. It's been, the weather here has been gorgeous in the sixties. Sunny, just lovely. Except for oddly enough that day on my birthday, it was supposed to snow seven inches. Right. And so I was going to go out to a, a lovely restaurant were actually having a certificate. Autumn (9m 16s): I think it was going to be perfect. And now I'm just thinking, well shoot, I'm just going to get cheesecake and cheesecake. Good. Maybe it was too much hot chocolate in Rome and cheese kick-ass or movie or something. I feel like this movie and just get it over with, but that's how my week moving on. Jesper (9m 40s): Okay. So if you just want to move on, Autumn (9m 44s): Let's go up Narrator (9m 45s): A week on the internet with The Am Writing Fantasy Podcast. Jesper (9m 50s): I okay. It took out a long, long time for audible to accept the files. I am pleased to announce that the audio book version of our guide book on how to develop story ideas is now finally available for like four or five months old. So I think more than that, I think it's great. They have a year of six month. Autumn (10m 14s): Oh that is insane. I am so excited though. You did it again. You didn't tell me this or no, I didn't come to you in education were running up this disk. They'll send you back for training. Yeah. Jesper (10m 29s): Well I thought it's excellent communication. I'm telling you right now. Autumn (10m 35s): Well, that is exciting. So what are we going to do to sell a bright, having our book finally approved as an audio book Jesper (10m 44s): That I don't know that it's a celebration. That's the part, I don't know how to do. I need more training on how I'll just say like, but maybe because I have an audio sample prepared, but maybe you could just to remind people what this book is about. And then afterwards I can just play a short sample right here and now Autumn (11m 4s): Six months in a week of heck it's a story ideas now. So I do remember that it is full of tips and ideas on developing your story ideas and how to generate different ways of coming up with ideas in getting the, that flowing, its almost like creating a muscle memory of how do you come up with ideas and develop that. And it's a whole different skillset. So it's all about that. And I think I did. Okay. And I'm going to stop speaking. Jesper (11m 35s): How are you afraid you are going to jinx it? Autumn (11m 39s): Yeah, definitely. Let me touch on the computer. It will go black. Jesper (11m 43s): Okay. So I have a, a short sample lined up here just so that the For Lissa listeners. So you can see, you can hear what is, sounds like it's a bit more than a minute in length. So a lien back and just a listened to it here. And of course listener, if, if you're not too interested in this book, just, you know, we use your podcast app too, a skip ahead in a minute or something, but here we go. Derek Botten (12m 10s): We don't need to understand how our brains produce Ideas. We need to acknowledge that they do. It's not magic generating story ideas. Isn't a single event, but a creative process that involves collecting input from our environment and experiences to transform those loose fragments into a coherent hole. Well, we said that most original ideas has already been conceived. We also mentioned how inspiration is at the heart of combining OLED elements into something new or the greatest novel it is yet to be written. And when that happens will still be able to say the greatest novel is you have to be written. Every idea in the world is waiting to be done again with a new spin or an unexpected reveal. Derek Botten (12m 56s): All it takes is to understand how to open our minds and allow inspiration to hit home. The more we experience, the more material we have available to interrelate and create new combinations from the better. For instance, when J K Rowling came up with the idea for Harry Potter, she was stuck on a train from Manchester to London, King's cross. Or how about Suzanne Collins? She got the idea for the hunger games when channel surfing between reality TV and actual war coverage from Iraq. The point is that story ideas are all around us. We need to train our brains to look for them and then note them down. As soon as they come into existence, in a sense, it becomes a simple matter of collecting enough input from your environment and putting those ideas through the brainstorming process. Derek Botten (13m 46s): This will lead you to the perfect premise for your story. So Jesper (13m 51s): How do you like the Narrator here? Why don't you want him? Autumn (13m 53s): And he's got a very soothing as a friendly voice. I can listen to that one all day. Yeah, I really liked. Jesper (14m 2s): So we place the link in the show notes from a where you can find this audio book and if you prefer an ebook version or a paperback that's found via that same link as well. And a little secret for our listeners here is that the Epic ebook version of this book is actually available for free because if you buy the plotting guide and will also put a link to that one in the show notes as well. But if you, by the plotting guide insight, you will actually find a link which will give you this story idea book for free. Of course the ebook version of it, the audio book version you can get for free. Autumn (14m 39s): You know, fortunately I was actually thinking as well, all of them that, and of course I'm communicating this to you now. Okay. That was great. A very Well known. Is it okay? Jesper (14m 54s): Yeah. Cause I'm going to have communication skills here. What if we a set that I'm the first five people who leave a review of this podcast will get a free audio book. Autumn (15m 10s): I think that's brilliant. I love giving rewards to listeners. So let's do it. It will have to, we'll have to be on the spot and checking times, but yeah, first five who leave a review. Jesper (15m 24s): Yeah. So we will do it like this. If you like the podcast, leave a rating and review right now and we are going to go first, come first served. Meaning it is when we receive your information about the review left. So you will leave your ratings, leave your review, then go to Am Writing Fantasy dot com and use the contact form on their and send us a link or a screenshot of the review. If you just left. And the first five emails we get and that's the timestamp in our inbox, the first five we get, we will get back to those five people with a free download code for this audio book. Jesper (16m 5s): So don't delay, if you wait too long, it will be too late. So yeah, go ahead and, and leave a review and a will give you a free audio book sound the same time. Autumn (16m 16s): Yeah, I think that's a really cool and then that's a way of celebrating. We go into audio book. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Jesper (16m 21s): That's true. Yeah. Inadvertently and this is celebrate is something I wouldn't even notice myself. That's my bad on who we are going to work on. That I have a feeling that we are accidentally going to expire some people today when we go through all of this Autumn. Yeah, Autumn (16m 45s): Probably I would think so. I definitely chose M one or two worlds where I think I would probably not make it more of a pro. Definitely not to the teenage years, but if it was dropped in it as an adult, I would probably have a few hours still live. So yeah, Jesper (16m 60s): It seems to be my way, maybe not to inspire people in the way that they are going to copy the actual things that we say, but maybe some of the stuff we say it may be. Some people feel like I can actually use a small part of that on an element of that and change it around to something else. And a, I think, you know, you know, if that happens too, some of the listeners please steal away, just take whatever we say and use it. I don't care. You can steal all you want from this podcast episode. And then of course at the end will have to conclude a winner. Even though we might actually do that in two seconds, that's probably a predetermined, but, Autumn (17m 36s): And knowing how my week is going. Sure. I Have no doubt. I'm expecting the PODCAST, to die and in a second, Jesper (17m 44s): No, no, please. Don't jinx it a, I know your blood will have, it has quite an effect on electronics, right? It does. It, it does. That's what it is. That one step back. Yeah. Don't touch the computer Please. Before we get started, I came across a very funny comment, a on the internet, but I just thought it would, she has to be okay. It doesn't really fit into the list of five, but it was just such a funny comment that the way I thought was good at it. So we were, there was the question on the inside and posted about, which was the Wii WORST Fantasy Worlds to live in four, a normal person. Jesper (18m 26s): And so it doesn't quite fit with our lists. Yeah. But somebody to answer to this question was, well, I think it would be becoming a volunteer firefighter in King's landing. Autumn (18m 41s): Well, that's, that has a pretty good comment, But pretty bad jobs to have it. It's a pretty bad job or that kind of hard for me. So I dunno, I think we'd be left. So if they want us to share it up, all right, well I'm sure you'll get a few chuckles or who are listening to it. So that, it's a very good one, but I have to admit, I said there is, I, we both made a point not to steal from work's because we don't want to say that we think this world is horrible and it's like your favorite story. So we tried to come up with our own and I think that's the way to do it, but getting some inspiration, like reading some comments and stuff online, and there were some really funny comments and there were some things at work. Autumn (19m 23s): And I did, I really did find the one that was like WORST Worlds. And there was a whole setup about a cursor town that I like. This is really would be interesting story. And it's sounds creepy. And what do you need to start bookmarking some of these, but it was actually not bad at all. Yeah, no, it was more of like, it's the WORST world. Like you would not want to be out in the world actually. And it was like, Oh, that must have been a very riveting story. So, you know, WORST worlds can be very inspiring. That's true. Jesper (19m 56s): Yeah. I don't think that's not quite the way I've gone with my list, to be honest, if either it's not like inspiring And at all, Autumn (20m 4s): I think I went with the potential for death horrifying and yeah. That's about where I went. Jesper (20m 13s): Yeah. I tried to put a slightly different angle on most of mine to be honest, but because I have to try too. Yeah. Well now that is to say that, you know, the problem is sometimes when you try to be too unique, then it falls apart. So I ah, no, I, I am losing confidence in my list. All of it. Autumn (20m 35s): Excellent. No, that's not good. I am ready to begin. Now I on me, I need a, when this week come on, it's my birthday. And we see that this my pantry, cause this is like Jesper. I powers your using on me. Like I'm Fe it's not fair. It's just not fair. I can't deny my breath. Right. Jesper (21m 0s): Okay. Okay. Well, I almost feel like I want you to stop because I want to hear if I'm, if you start out really strong than I am getting really nervous, but if we could settle my nervous a bit, If, if the first one you've come up with is like, yeah, no, it's okay. Then I would feel better already. Autumn (21m 14s): Well, this is my first one. We'll make you feel better because it was kind of, I actually changed it from something incredibly boring because I went with stories that would create Worlds that we create a horrible story. I guess it was really the theme of a mine. Yes, yes. And so that's what I wanted. But the first one is kind of, I just had to put it in there and I have a reason. And I'll let you see if you can guess because its something that I think you would suspect knowing me and also knowing something that's true to your heart as well. Jesper (21m 43s): So are you setting me up for failure? So if I can guess it, that it makes me look like for you, you should have known this. Autumn (21m 49s): Oh, we'll see. We'll see what we've already even talked about it today. So you're ready from my number one. Well, my number five is not the worst world. We are going to build out a number five. Yes. My number five. So this is a world where the water has been turned to undrinkable muck full of chemicals that will slowly poison you. Any animals that live in it or are mutated in the inevitable that live in the water. The soil has been contaminated so much that you are lucky to grow crops. And even if you could, the SOF, your reign will most likely destroy them. If it rains at all, it might be a drought year or it might be the aesthetic hurricane full of tornadoes. Autumn (22m 29s): It just comes in waves out. Everything. Most animals have been killed off due to the pollutants. The landscape has a wasteland have destroyed cities. Birt husks. The building's massive contamination from the number of dead bodies, trash and leaked chemicals where any humans are writing about like Savage cannibals in the cities. So your best bet to live at all is in the countryside. If you are lucky to find any areas with existing forest and have a decent soils and of course food is scarce as possibly contaminated. And but if you band together at all with other humans to check out An existence here, they may look at you as a potential food source. Jesper (23m 11s): Hmm. Autumn (23m 12s): So I do know there are a dystopian stories that kind of had this world, but can you guess why this to me is one of the worst scariest worlds I can possibly imagine even though it's number five on my list. Jesper (23m 32s): Hmm. Autumn (23m 32s): Before we start and before we started talking in a recording today, we were talking almost about this topic when you are walking on the coast. Jesper (23m 45s): Yeah. The people are Polluting stuff and whatnot. Autumn (23m 48s): And it's based on what my absolute terrifying vision of what can happen to this world in what we're doing to it. And it had to put this one in there, right? No, this is the conservation side of me going. Yeah, Jesper (24m 3s): No, no. So yeah. This is like a fast-forwarding 500 years or something. And then see what you get up with you on that. / Autumn (24m 10s): I was afraid of fast forwarding, like 38 years. Jesper (24m 14s): Three years. Oh my God. I hope not. Autumn (24m 16s): This is a 30, But yeah, there are days I am terrified to see what we are going to wake up to tomorrow. So Jesper (24m 21s): No, no that's true. So it was just a, just yesterday it was a sunshine here find with her and then like 10 minutes later it got all cloudy and it started snowing and I was looking at it, Linda White. What happened here is just like the way the climate is so fucked up. This incredible is yeah, it is really bad. Autumn (24m 42s): Alright. So hopefully that will be eased you into the competition. Jesper (24m 47s): Yeah. Yeah. Maybe. I don't know if I feel better, but I don't feel worse either. So yeah, it was okay. That's a win. Yeah. So this year you were a number five. Okay. So my number five is I'm sort of in the same vein as You. I meaning that I was trying to think of something that would be the worst nightmare for, from a writer's perspective. Okay. So imagine that you have created this wonderful fantasy world and you have created your characters, you have written the first chapter and now at some point during your world building, you thought that readers wanted something different, you know, something that they have never seen before. Jesper (25m 36s): So your decided that this world, it would rain once every day. Okay. So, so far so good. Yeah. That's fine. It doesn't sound too. Yeah. Autumn (25m 46s): But I know. And it sounds like the Costa Rica actually, it was like everyday two o'clock so we can turn on a faucet and it rained. Right. Jesper (25m 54s): That's why I got it from No, but the thing is that every time it rains, everyone changes personality. Oh. So every day, the past is your characters will now become somebody else. Oh. And they will want something else. They don't remember what they were doing or why they're just on a new mission with new ones and motivations all of a sudden. So imagine what a mess. This novel will be. Every single chapter, the character is somebody new and there is no coherent overlap it, everything that they're doing, no consistent. It's a story arc, just character arc. Jesper (26m 35s): It's just a random chapters of a person's life that goes nowhere. And you can go four, 150,000 words like that. Autumn (26m 45s): I don't know if I could read it 150,000 words you could imagine being in the editor. I'm just going. No, no, no, no. Jesper (26m 53s): But it is unique. Well building, no, I promise you. Nobody has seen it before. I Autumn (26m 57s): Agree with you. And there might be a reason for that. Jesper (27m 1s): Or you think, you know, maybe the, everybody else is just not as much of a genius too. Right? Autumn (27m 5s): This is true as a writer. That one is absolutely horrifying. I just how you are, right. It would be just a bunch of short stories that begin and end every 24 hours or so it was just me. Yes. You could say. I mean, OK. So you could come up with the characters that is doing it's so darn just like wondering if its maybe it was more aware and maybe is it because you get wet and trying to hide from the rain and, and maintain who they are or do you have past lives? Like memories of flickers of things that you might have been doing before? See, you could Plot this year. Jesper (27m 40s): Yeah. I can do it now. You are destroying it. It was a bad idea. Now you're making are starting to make it better and making it work. And that's not the point. It's the bad list. This one is not the point. This is not to make it work. Autumn (27m 51s): And not to say I could write a story in this world. All right. Fine. No, it's horrible. There you go. Jesper (27m 58s): I am not convinced that I was very sincere. Okay. You ready for it? By number of For, okay. Autumn (28m 4s): What do you want to move on? Alright, so this one, this one I actually named, I call it Thou shall not right. Jesper (28m 10s): Okay. That sounds serious. Yes. That's a very serious. Autumn (28m 12s): This is great. Yeah. Serious world. I would not last year. Ah, it's a world that is dominated by a very strict religion. Or if you're a futuristic tech, a very strict AI where the priest or AI can read thoughts. So if you are disobey or if you even think about disobeying, you just killed your immediately kill. They just give up and go boom. So devotion is absolute or compliance is absolute. And that's why I'm saying, if I were in this world, it would be like five. It says you're out of here. So I am just not good at obeying things. I swear. I, it was a nice teenager. It's just been since then. Autumn (28m 54s): So yeah. That's, that's why I call it that I shall not because of this world. Jesper (28m 59s): Yeah. I wouldn't last long and I can tell you, And if they can, if they can read your thoughts, then nobody can avoid thinking something against the rules. Once in a while it was just impossible. I mean, everybody would die in this world. You know, there would be nobody left just the AI or the priests is. Yeah, Autumn (29m 19s): I agree. And that's what That I, so in the eye by making it so strict that even your thoughts, we can get, you killed that. It just writing a story. What are you going to do with all these robots? Like people just, you know, thinking happy thoughts or listening to like constant music to keep themselves like the site or, you know, you want to write about the rebel. You want to, if I right about the person, who's going to find a way out of this trick. But yeah. Jesper (29m 43s): But, but then if you had a non I'm going to, I'm trying to destroy you as too. So if you have the character who was actually the only one who is mine, they can not read. And he is trying to battle the powers that be in trying to figure out how we can free the rest of the people from this sort of mind control. Yeah. I can write that story. Not a problem, Autumn (30m 5s): A problem. As long as you can throw in the one person like you can't read, you'd be all set. But if it's a a hundred percent, they can read all your thoughts and your growth from the time you were a child, you were like, yeah. Jesper (30m 15s): Do you know what if it this way? What if it's one of the AI's who is going to be in it? Oh, I like that one. There you go. Ding, ding. Ding. Autumn (30m 25s): Yeah. Very nice. Yeah. Okay, good. So if you were making my bad ideas is a good ones. I am going to make you a bad ideas and the good ones as well. If that's the way you want it to be that way. Yeah. Okay. So my number for yes. And this one might be quite interesting for the writer. I think maybe the reader we'll actually hate you for ' Jesper (30m 53s): It. Excellent. So The foreword to some one star reviews coming your way, Autumn (30m 58s): It would ever write a book just to get one star or you would like to start up the pen name. Like I want to write trash. Yeah. Jesper (31m 3s): You're going to change the worst stuff I can think of that. Autumn (31m 6s): But you might like, it would be the ones that take off anyway. Go ahead. Your number for her. Jesper (31m 13s): Yeah. Yeah. So, so this is a setting where it's, let's say it's mostly like the, well, the detail, so that makes it better. But it's actually the fact that there is no details. Okay. So everything is just made up at random as you go. Oh, and so it's not, it's not so, so that you make it up as you go as in like discovery Writing and then you will make it fit into what you already got. This is more like you have to use a random generator on the internet and whatever it tells you, that's what you have to use as the settings setting the elements. Autumn (31m 59s): So if it like spits out umbrella and Gumdrop rainstorm, that's great. Jesper (32m 4s): And then this is what it is then that's what it is. Autumn (32m 8s): This is going to be really fun as a writer, but you know, the readers or going to be like, Oh, this makes no sense at all. Jesper (32m 14s): Okay. Why did he throw in an umbrella at the dragon there? That makes no sense. So yeah. Yeah. I think readers will be pretty damn frustrated with this kind of world. No, but I can imagine teaching yeah. Autumn (32m 30s): Writer conference, I'm a writer course like an in-person one and it's like it's right. Or improv or it would be so much fun to teach, to be like, cause it is something like storytelling around a campfire. I have, you know, when you do some of those exercises where you have to continue on a story that you passed in the chain and it was going to be so much fun. So this is sort of like kind of along those lines. And you know, as a, as our teacher, I would like to, I want to go do this as a reader. I would hate your guts. Yes. Jesper (32m 59s): It would be like, Oh, this is the worst crap I've ever. Autumn (33m 4s): But it, yeah. For a tool I'm just like developing your author voice and coming up with Ideas. It would be a blast. Jesper (33m 14s): Yeah. True. All right. Well lets see, I like that one. Okay. All right. Well I don't like it, but okay. That's good that you do. Autumn (33m 22s): I, I see it a tool. It, it would be an interesting tool, but yeah. And I would never want to publish something that can get out of it unless you like developed it For Jesper (33m 33s): Well the fast, imagine how fast you can write it. Just copy and pasting out of random generators like in here with that. And then he did and then the next random generating And copy that paste in, it will take you like half a day and then you have another. Yeah, Autumn (33m 45s): Well it would be for the bizarre I'm sure some of it's going to go do this now and just see what comes up, dragon in whatever the search term comes up with it. Or you go out there. You are good. All right. So you are ready for my number three. Jesper (34m 1s): Yes. Autumn (34m 1s): All right. I named this one too. And it sort of reminds me of your number five. So I call this one now you're here now. You're not okay. And so this is a world where random wormholes appear without warning, you can be walking down a path and be transported to the top of the mountain or the middle of the ocean or in a erupting volcano. And so like Stories I life, it would be so chaotic and unpredictable that it would be impossible to actually write a comprehensive story because you would just be like walking and poof, you know, you wouldn't be able to be with any one. You love you wouldn't your life would be inconsistent. So where yours was your memories or a race, hear you are physically, you know who you are and you're physically transported. Autumn (34m 46s): Do you know to a cliff? Jesper (34m 51s): Yeah. Nice. But could you have like some sort of limited countermeasure or something? Autumn (34m 57s): I'm not sure if something, if you run up a bit. Jesper (34m 60s): Yeah. So, so if you have something like if you have this substance or whatever it is, and it's very limited in supply, but if you have it, you can basically just walk straight through the wormhole, roll out and taking you anywhere. You, you know, we just want to walk through it and keep going wherever you are, where we are going already. But if you don't have it, it sucks you up and drops you somewhere else. Autumn (35m 21s): I could see that. Or I can imagine if, you know, if, if you manage to have kids and you know, there are people are evolving on this world, eventually evolutionarily, someone's going to be able to control where the worm hole goes or at least start being able to manipulate it slightly. Would that be fun? So Yes, I, I was again, yeah. You know, you can find your way around it, but at, at, at its purest form before the child has evolved enough to learn that if they are thinking about something, they can direct where the wormhole goes and completely change as a society, it would be just a mess to Right. I, the love interest, poof. Jesper (35m 59s): Well, she is now in the middle of the ocean and proof. He is in the volcano. Autumn (36m 4s): We have stories over and it was the choose your own adventure gone wrong. Jesper (36m 9s): But it would actually also be pretty crazy from like, like say if, lets say you have the One like court made that knows how to control this and its like, poof, well the arm is, or is that your front gate now? Autumn (36m 24s): But yeah, there you go. That's like pretty great. Jesper (36m 28s): And yeah, and also, Autumn (36m 29s): I mean, that's the other thing. So I mentioned that it was all happens when you're walking. So what if you don't walk, you know, that's what you use to send them the servant's or something. There's definitely ways of playing with this so that it would be much less, much more controlled. And that's what you need to be able to develop a story is having control of things. But the minute things go completely random. Yeah. Good luck for writing the book. That's just me is true. Yes. Okay. Jesper (36m 56s): You are not my fault for my number three. I sort of decided that to make my list a winning list, I needed to also play on some scary ones are excellent. So number three and number two is scary ones rather than a terrible ones. Bad ones. Okay. And I felt like with two of those on my list is going to be really strong. Okay. And what better way to do that than picking some real world locations to serve as inspiration for Stories, settings. Okay. So when things are based off of reality, then it becomes a bit more scary and it's true. Jesper (37m 41s): Let's go back here in the Nordics actually in Norway to be precise, you will find a place known as ECA is house fortress. That's already sounds terrifying. Yeah, it is. As it sounds, it's a medieval castle and is actually also used as the mysterious setting for the fiction novel, the snowman, which is written by Joe Nesper. If you know him, it's a pretty well known Norwegian author. But the thing is that many locals act to report that this place is haunted. Jesper (38m 21s): Excellent. So the most famous residents today are the ghosts of a woman and the demon dog that wonder is the castle grounds. Oh demon dogs. Yeah. So imagine a story where you are trapped inside this castle. I think that could be pretty damn horrific Autumn (38m 43s): Though, if a real story. Cause we both have watched those M the haunting of Hill house, the haunting of, or something blind manner. I can't remember the one that is correct. We have of both watched those and Yes, I, horror story is hunting Stories are definitely spine tingling, especially when it's based on real events. So this can be quite, let's see, it's not a terrifying one to write it. And I think that'd be a fun story to write. So Writing. Yeah. Yeah. But it's a terrifying setting. It is a terrifying and that I did, I just didn't notice. We were so many people would say yes, it sounds like a great story to write, but we're talking like worse for at least this is a real thing. That's, that's terrifying. Autumn (39m 23s): You don't want to live and you don't want to live in, In even game of Thrones. I mean, it has to be people to live, to survive. If you are a good person, you are dead in like two days. So there's are no places if you want to really live. But yeah, Jesper (39m 39s): Yeah. Yeah. So, yeah, that was my Autumn (39m 41s): Number three. How do I like that? That sounds like it's going to be on must visit to the list when I come over to see, you know. Yeah. Jesper (39m 48s): Well it is in Norway and not in Denmark, but anyway, so yeah. Autumn (39m 51s): Is it still closer to you than it is to me? So yeah, Jesper (39m 54s): I guess it is. Yes. Technically you could say that. Yeah. Autumn (39m 58s): Okay. So it's the end of the world. It's good or excellent. I like that. I love it. I used to read horror, haunted, Real hauntings stories when I was a teenager. So that's really cool. All right. So you ready for my number to, Jesper (40m 14s): yes. Autumn (40m 14s): All right. This one I named poison. So this is a world where the soil is formed from uranium. So it's not such a high level that you would die instantly if you found yourself there, but high enough that it quickly starts affecting your DNA. So lumps will form across your skin has massive cancers form under your lymph nodes. Jesper (40m 38s): Your lungs will feel with cancer cells so that you have a hard time breathing. The marrow of your bones is altered, weakening the structure so that you can just break your leg or your toes as are walking. Your hair will start to fall out. Your skin turns to boils and kinda like just lost all of your body. Oh my God, you is excruciatingly painful until you finally die with relief. So this is poison. Have fun writing a story set there. Autumn (41m 12s): Well, I get it. I, I can see that there is a common trend here. And every one you come up with, this will have something like that. Nobody will survive this. It's impossible to live in those settings. Jesper (41m 25s): Do you know if your characters are dying because of the world? Its, you know, it's not going to be a really interesting story. Oh maybe when you made this list, you had a bad week and you poured it into the city. Autumn (41m 37s): I do it. Write this yesterday. No I I right noble. Right. And the reason I can write Nobel prize as I make lists like this one, I have a bad week. Every one dies, but I won't make it into a story. So this is what don't worry. Jesper (41m 54s): Got it. Okay. If you say So. Yeah. Autumn (41m 57s): Oh that's great. You are on for too. So, Jesper (42m 0s): But two is a yeah, I want again a scary one as I said. Okay. And I was thinking, what could make it more scary than number three is it sort of has to write. And I wanted to try to see if I could see all the way to read with this one. Oh, Autumn (42m 18s): Okay. And your number two. So this is confidence because you still have one to go. Jesper (42m 23s): Yeah, yeah, yeah. Yeah. I do buy number one is obvious. Who Autumn (42m 26s): Was the witness over? The last is fine. Jesper (42m 30s): Excellent. So the guy in the catacombs of Paris, those were used by actually one of my favorite vampire authors and rice. Yeah. And she used it for a coven of vampires in the novel, an interview with a vampire or interview with the vampire may be, or even vampire. I can't remember, but either or people know what I mean? Yes. And that is already pretty cool. But what if I told you that the catacombs beneath the city of Paris, there are actual skeletal remains of over 6 million people down there. Autumn (43m 9s): Well, let's see. Yeah. I didn't know it was 6 million, but I knew I've seen the walls of the skulls and the bones and I, yeah, I do. Like, Momento more, I, I, so I love these little death images and skulls. I should've been a goth, but I never was a goth if you do need to goth. But yes, the momentum OR I in the bones down there are S Oh, fascinating. I wanted to see them and it was in Paris and it never did make it down to the category. Jesper (43m 34s): Oh, nice. Yeah. You can actually see the, the part of the stacked on top of each other is down there in, in the, the catacombs there. But now I don't want to Fantasy setting where its just about skeletons everywhere to sort of a bit boring here. Well, I suppose it might be a bit scary for some, but I don't think it is scary enough. So what if the deceased walked a month among us, but you don't know who they are. So they act like us. They look like us, but they are not us. Jesper (44m 15s): So the scary part is that you know that they exist only. You don't know who it is, so it could be one of your friends. It could be your spouse. You don't know that it would be so imagining going through like that. Autumn (44m 34s): Not knowing if your, one of the other that would be good. Jesper (44m 38s): What are they up to? No good right there. Their trying to get rid of mankind. And so what a bit and you know that they exist, but you don't know who it is. Autumn (44m 45s): That would be very interesting. That'd be a fun tension filled novel too. Right? I have to admit, right. Jesper (44m 50s): Oh for sure. Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. But it would be scary like hell Autumn (44m 54s): If it was real-world in like imagining that the Corona virus, the people who are infected were changed somehow. Yeah. If this was a real world and you just did it, it was the impact of getting sick with something was much more devastating and it wasn't just deaths, but change you into something like a zombie, you know, that's like not into zombie stories, but something like that. Yeah. Then what would be, if this was a real thing that would be terrifying. Yeah. Jesper (45m 19s): Yeah. But even in the Samba Stories, it's usually it's the human. So who are the scary ones into zombies? Story is not the Somme B's because the humans, humans are so scary because they can come up with all this ingenious ways of trapping in killing people and what not. So the sound bites well that they can be scary if there's a lot of them and you do. And you're trapped of course, but humans are much more dangerous. And imagine that if these people were like, look like you and act like you, but they are not you. And they want actually to, to kill you. So just going to grocery shopping you, you always have to be concerned if somebody's calling you over, it's like, Oh, are they going to kill me or something? Jesper (46m 0s): Or somebody at the side of it arose you, you come across a car has like, you know, the typical trope of a puncture tire. And they're like, can you help me? No. Hell no, I won't have to help you. Bye-bye Autumn (46m 13s): So much for a lot of good Samaritans. Jesper (46m 16s): They don't make system this setting. I think, Autumn (46m 18s): Oh, I like that. That is, that would be a very, I wouldn't know what to live there. I like, I wouldn't be able to trust you. This would be horrible. No. Yeah. I can't do that. Alright, so you ready for my number one? This one is a bit of a surprise. Actually. Jesper (46m 35s): I hope it's not too good, but yes, I'm ready. Autumn (46m 39s): This one also has a name. So its called the black Marsh in the bowl of Ashe, which both exists on the coast have storms. And I know that you are so intimately because of this one. I know we said we wouldn't pull from anyone else's novel, but I did pull from my novel. So this is from my Epic fantasy series, a rise of the fifth order. And I think they go back to it in games of fire. But so this is mine. So the, you know, stealing this one, but if you want to come and visit, talk to me, well we'll work it out. So it's, it was, it's a difficult place I'd never, ever would've went to visit here. And it was actually difficult to write about because it's so hard not to have your characters die. Autumn (47m 21s): So this is one character is mostly survive. So first this is the coast of storms, which is similar to the eternal storm. If you've heard of that in Venezuela, whereas the catacomb go river beats Lake Maracaibo. So there's an average of 260 storm, 260 storm days a year. So it's like a lightning there all the time. And that inspired the coast of storms in my novels. And it's always pitch black broken only by lightning and a lot of rain. So if your outside of the two main cities, you are in a landscape, you can barely see its most likely you are going to be soaking wet. You were walking through Mark and mud and to make it even more fun because you know what I like fun thinking as an ecologist, any plants or in this area, they can't photosynthesize. Autumn (48m 7s): They will be dormant waiting for the one or, you know, two days of sunlight where they can suddenly reproduce and grow leaves and all that other stuff or are they are going to find energy and a food source. And other means so most of the plants are actually carnivores. So giant thing is that Venus fly traps. My cat's for a strangling vines with thorns have suck your blood. So you know, the plants are going to kill you so you can imagine what kind of insects and animals eat plants up to the plans can already eat you. So you probably don't want to run into any the creatures that live there. What makes it even more fun? Autumn (48m 47s): Because you know, me and I love really fun. Fantasy settings is if you have magic, you can't use it in the black Marsh. And that is because most of the area is littered with bones of creatures that the bones themselves don't allow magic. So there are like nullifying bones, which it works out quite well. It's usually in the story, but the problem is why would that adoptation of animals having bones that repel magic happen? Well, if, because there is an apex predator that eats magic. So if you can actually save yourself using magic from these like kind of carnivorous plants, you're going to be attracting something that is going to come and eat you like giant or a pack of a lost or Raptor as a kind of reminds me of, they will just get you down and eat your way. Autumn (49m 36s): So yeah, I have some of my, I say my favorite characters in their it's just me. So I mean, it was really hard to just shove them into this landscape and hope that they came out the other side 'cause it was very desperately needed that they'll go in there, but you know, so that's my black Marche. It's quite a place. So I like that one. Yeah. It's quite fun too. Try to get your character's out of a pickle 'cause if they can be used magic, they shouldn't be. And most likely they can and there are fighting things when they are used to being trained with magics, there is something we got to use sorts of knives. Good. Look to you. Jesper (50m 15s): Yeah. But that's exactly why you want to have your character's in situations were in the beginning as an author, you don't even know how to get them out of it. And, and, but then if you worked hard at it to find a way for them to get out of it, it will come across very, you know, very, very strong reasoning and a, a, a, a very good logic. So, so yeah. Autumn (50m 35s): Well, thank you. I'm glad that you liked my number one. I do, Jesper (50m 39s): But I also feel is cheating because you took your own. So I think you were already disqualified now the Yes, Autumn (50m 48s): I will trust the listener's to decide if it was just qualified. Jesper (50m 51s): Okay. But I know, I don't want to say, I don't want to hear it from Dominick. I don't care what you said. I'm just kidding, Dominique. If you're listening, listening. Autumn (50m 60s): Oh, all right. Well lets see if I got, Let, just toss down. What is your number one? Jesper (51m 6s): Okay. So this one is really bad, like bad in an annoying way. So I guess if you, if you read it as a humorous book, then maybe it would be okay, but that's only until you realized that it was actually intended to be taking seriously and then it'll just be, So This is a world where we are bringing to life the most hated cliches that exists. So let me share some with you in this world. Like you have the fact that there is only one single way to defeat. Jesper (51m 48s): The bad guy can not be done in every way on the other, any other way. Only one way. That's the only way to do it. Okay. You have everything in the world with every place. And every item is a very long and hard to pronounce Fantasy names And the heroes cannot, of course also easily defeat, highly trained Warrior's in combat, even though there are no other system that is something you just do. Autumn (52m 17s): Excellent. And the majors are always wiggling their eyebrows. Jesper (52m 22s): And I can add some more if you want like villains who are apparently just evil because they are evil. They were born that way. Or how about everything that happens, happens because a prophecy for Told it. Yeah. I think that would be pretty damn annoying fantasy world to read. Autumn (52m 44s): And it would be a horrible one to read it. It would be, I think he was in the boring one, two right in. But yeah, that would be just, I couldn't imagine going through a whole book cover all of the tropes, every single cliche you could throw in there and just show up to go to town with it. Yeah, yeah. Yeah. Jesper (53m 5s): If, if, if you didn't take a serious and, and you just made it a bit like very humoristic that could work. But if you're trying to run it like an Epic FANTASY and you're stuffing all of this in there, it's going to be a nightmare. It's a reef. Autumn (53m 16s): It's one of those ones where if it's a role-playing game, it might be a fun one to be in cars. You can just decimate your competition. You are the hero and therefore you will get to the end, you'll get a Brown. And you'll definitely get that. You know, it's like one of those ones when you're having a bad week, you just want to play that role playing game because you're going to smash to everyone. But to sit there and actually read it all like a 150,000 words with me, just wiggling their eyebrows and women and chain Malbec, Kini is all the women that have to have to do it yet. Jesper (53m 44s): Yeah, yeah, of course. Yes. That is there a as well as an, every time a woman in the room that you will have like a full paragraph describing her upper body in detail. Like there's no reason for it. It's just like a long a description of that. It's just like, and then probably a very nasty old man made sitting in the corner of wiggling. His brows said something really nasty, like Autumn (54m 9s): Yeah, yeah. Oh lets just go back to the 1980s. Oh my God. I go and read one of 'em. Oh, one of those Hemmons or something. Jesper (54m 23s): Yeah, that's painful. That is a pretty painful one. I have to admit. Autumn (54m 26s): I am actually impressed that besides slightly with the rain versus my wormholes, having a slight kind of tendency to each other, we were in a completely different and again for this list, that's pretty impressive for WORST Fantasy Worlds Actually almost no overlap in these ones at all. Jesper (54m 46s): We did have some in the, in the us quite far back now, I guess in terms of Episode. But yeah, we did have at some point where our list has a lot of overlap, but not anymore. Autumn (54m 57s): Where are we seem to have gone away from them? I also think our list for a longer than I think they might have been 10 and now were just, you know, now we just choose the cream of the crop, have five. Yeah. It's like the best of the best. And that's all right. Well I have to admit to some of your story's I think it would be absolutely fun, but your number one would be except for a role-playing game. I just could not read that OR right in that I would just be, it would be less, it was Shrek a fish spoof couldn't do it, but it would be a fun spoof. If it would be fun to write comedic Fantasy one day I could get into that, right? Jesper (55m 33s): Yeah. Yeah. Maybe. Yeah. I like your AI thing to be honest. Autumn (55m 38s): And so I want to thank you. That's excellent. Jesper (55m 41s): I didn't say that. I just said I liked it because you know, you have to, again, communication skills here, Autumn, you know, before you deliver bad news, you get the good news. Right? So you just first say, I like your AI and then you said, but I'm sorry that you lost. Yeah. Autumn (55m 57s): So I, I am leaving that up to the listener. I'm sorry. You, neither of us are good in this list or if we are, we're equally powerful. Jesper (56m 8s): Really? I thought I was the one deciding who One. Oh, okay. Well I guess we will leave it for our listeners. So let us know who you think had the best list or that works best. And don't forget to go fill out a review and then go over to Am Writing Fantasy, to come and send us a screenshot or a link through the contact form. And if you're one of the first five, we will get you an audio book. Narrator (56m 43s): Okay. So next Monday we are going to discuss If social media activities at, can you help us all to us to sell books if its actually just a waste of time? If you like what you just heard, there's a few things you can do to support The Am. Writing Fantasy Podcast. Please tell a fellow author about the show and visit us at Apple podcast and leave a rating and review. You can also join Autumn and Jesper on patrion.com/ Am. 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Where do we get our days of the week from? Who named them and who decided their order in the week? And just why did we go with seven days rather than the far more rounded 10 day week?In this ‘gumdrop’ episode, Craig takes you back 4,200 years to where it all began - with those overachieving Babylonians.

VJ Moscaritola is an owner of My Darling Ivy in New York City, and Gumdrop salon and Silver Vine Room in New Jersey. He is also an owner of a Villalobos restaurant in New Jersey. In this episode we chop it up about:Owning multiple brands across different verticals. His journey and why he opened each.What is in the future for his brand.You can follow VJ @https://www.instagram.com/vj_/https://www.instagram.com/gumdrophairdressing/https://www.instagram.com/mydarlingivy/https://www.instagram.com/silvervineroom/https://www.instagram.com/villalobos_nj/https://www.instagram.com/scumdrop_hairdressing_/

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Some of the most inspiring innovations happen when curiosity seekers read the signs that are all around us. The things that most of us see and either don’t think twice about, or assume that they're simply too daunting to tackle.  Anna Bullus saw the signs everywhere. Those little white specks ground into the pavement and on sidewalks everywhere, or worse, maybe stuck to the bottom of your shoe: gum. Gumdrop was born when Anna Bullus wondered just how much gum was discarded and whether there was a way to give it a "second life." Not necessarily a question you might expect from someone who studied three dimensional design in college.  These are the Grow For Good™ stories we’ve come to cherish and we know you will too, when you hear Anna’s story and how she is creating a second life for one of the most universal products in the world.  -- Show Notes: Gumdrop Gum-tec® Shop Gumdrop If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, share with your friends and rate and review on Apple Podcasts and Podchaser. If you have any questions or suggestions for future guests, send an email to growforgood@moreycreative.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A super sour hamster named Harry joins forces with Grandma (or is it Julie?), to hatch an evil plan to mess with Candy City's gumdrop gravity. They enlist the help of some sweet children, who do not know what they're in for. Who will save this Candy City from floating forever?! Cast: Jane, Callie, Lucy, Lenore, Raghav, Arjun, Cora & Davi

Welcome to our final episode of 2020! What a doozy this year was wasn't it? This week we talk about Games workshop in 2020 and review the big hits (and misses) of the year for AOS and 40k. As always be sure to like and subscribe. Let us know what you like and what you'd like to see in a review. You can check out our weekly Sunday Stream games alternating between AoS and 40k On our Twitch and on our Facebook and Youtube.  

Kitty Westlake narrates a very special story about two elves named Gumdrop and Wiggleshanks and their quest to find Santa's missing cookies. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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Bible Reading: Matthew 10:29-31; 2 Corinthians 1:3-7; Revelation 21:4-5 Sophia snuggled close to her mom as tears ran down her cheeks. "Mom, why did Gumdrop have to die? I didn't even have her for very long!" Mom wiped her eyes as she held her daughter. "I don't know, Sophia. You did such a good job taking care of your hamster. I want you to know it's not anything you did. Dwarf hamsters don't have a long life span. I know how much you loved her." "She was the best hamster ever." Sophia sniffled. "I don't think I will ever be happy again. Why did God let this happen? I'm so sad, and I'm mad at Him right now!" "That's understandable, sweetie. It's hard to lose something we love so much. I lost my cat when I was about your age, and I remember crying for days. You have such a big heart for God's critters, and you do an excellent job caring for them. Have you tried to pray about it?" Sophia looked up at her mom. "You prayed for me earlier, remember?" Mom smiled. "Yes, but I was wondering if you had talked to Jesus about your feelings yourself. He is big enough to handle our anger, sorrow, and pain--He knows how we feel because He experienced those things Himself when He came to earth to die for our sins. We can be honest with Him. The Bible tells us God sees and cares about our trouble and grief. Psalm 10:17 says, 'You, Lord, hear the desire of the afflicted; you encourage them, and you listen to their cry.'" Sophia sighed. "Mom, do you think Gumdrop will be in heaven?" Mom gave Sophia a squeeze. "I don't know about that, but remember what Jesus said about the sparrows in Matthew 10?" "You mean, how one sparrow won't fall to the ground without God noticing?" "Right! God cares about animals, even the smallest sparrow. And if that's true, think how much more He cares about us! If He sent His one and only Son to die for us, we can trust Him to be with us when we're hurting, knowing one day He will wipe every tear from our eyes and make everything right." "Thanks, Mom," Sophia said as she stood up. "I'm going to go talk to Jesus." Savannah ColemanHow About You?Have you ever lost a furry friend or some other pet that you loved and cared for? Loss is a hard thing, and it can take time to deal with grief. There will be pain, trouble, and death until the day Jesus wipes every tear from our eyes. Until then, we can bring our sorrow, anger, and loss to Him with confidence. He hears our cries and promises to care for us in our grief.Today's Key Verse:He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all--how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? (NIV) (Romans 8:32)Today's Key Thought:God cares for us in our sorrows

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The sex magicians return! It's an extra long doozy where we navigate the dark side of Queer Eye, drunkenly crash a dog's birthday party, and take a HARSH stance on transparent children. Our ancestors are proud of this one. *Sugar Axel Alert* DropTent Media Network: http://www.droptent.com  FB: https://www.facebook.com/droptent/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/droptentmedia  ALL SONGS USED ARE FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES WE DO NOT OWN ANY SONGS OR MEDIA USED IN VIDEO!!!

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Dave, Paul, and Justin connect with their inner child as they breakdown their favorite animated movies!

JJ Ramberg is the host of msnbc's “Your Business,” the only television show dedicated to issues affecting small business owners and co-author of It’s Your Business: 183 Essential Tips that Will Transform Your Small Business.   Ramberg is a regular contributor to the TODAY Show on small business and financial issues.  She is also msnbc's small business expert and occasional on-air anchor. In addition, she is a financial columnist for Cookie Magazine, Conde Nast's parenting magazine. She has also written columns on social entrepreneurship for Entrepreneur Magazine. Ramberg is passionate about small business and has firsthand experience as an entrepreneur herself. With her brother, she co-founded GoodSearch.com, a search engine that donates 50 percent of revenue to the charities and schools its users designate. JJ and Lou have a great chat in this fun conversation on Thrive LOUD. Links for JJ--- goodshop.com getgumdrop.com Her New Children's Book - "The Start Up Club" *** Connect with Lou:  www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD:  www.thriveloud.com    

From today until next Saturday, March 10th, share The Space Shot with your friends and family and let me know about it. I've got something fantastic for those of you that share the podcast and let me know you've done so. We're on a mission to share the wonders of space, history, and pop culture, so I've got something that will go along nicely since you're part of the podcasting crew ;) You can also score this yet to be named perk by asking a question, so ask away! Thank you for making me part of your daily routine, I appreciate your time and your ears! If you could do me a favor and leave a review for the podcast, I'd appreciate it! If you take a screenshot of your review and send it to @johnmulnix, pretty much anywhere on the Internet, I will send you a Space Shot sticker and a thank you! You can send me questions and connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter, by clicking one of the links below. Facebook (https://m.facebook.com/thespaceshot/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/johnmulnix/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/johnmulnix) I've also got a call in number that I'm going to be testing here soon, so keep an eye out for that! Thanks to everyone that's subscribed to the podcast. If you could do me a favor and leave a review for the podcast, I'd appreciate it! If you take a screenshot of your review and send it to @johnmulnix, pretty much anywhere on the Internet, I will send you a Space Shot sticker and a thank you! Episode Links: Pioneer 4- NASA (https://nssdc.gsfc.nasa.gov/nmc/spacecraftDisplay.do?id=1959-013A) Pioneer 4- JPL (https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/missions/pioneer-4/) Apollo 9- NASA (https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/apollo/missions/apollo9.html) Apollo 9 EVA- Archive.org NASA image (https://archive.org/details/AS09-19-2983) STS-62 Mission Page (https://science.ksc.nasa.gov/shuttle/missions/sts-62/mission-sts-62.html)

Kids, Business, Entrepreneurship, Parenting, Success   Summary   How important is it for children to have an entrepreneurial mindset? We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment, noted entrepreneur, television host, and author, JJ Ramberg shows us that the business principles important to a 5th grader's business can benefit them for the remainder of their lives. That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We'll explore:   The value of understanding business principles, whether you are an entrepreneur or an intrapreneur (working within another person's business). Why childhood is an ideal time to learn entrepreneurial principles. The value of experiencing both the rewards and the consequences of their actions and decisions … even for something like a lemonade stand. Interview with JJ Ramberg   You'll discover:   Why teaching financial literacy to kids is so important. The importance of understanding the value of a product or service. Why JJ and her co-authors used a story format to teach the principles in their book. How JJ used lessons learned from her business experience within the story. Several powerful business lessons that can help create the environment for a lifetime of success. What JJ hopes kids will take away from the book. How the book is a microcosm of adult businesses. How the Gumdrop plugin can save you money and help causes you care about.   Click to Tweet   On this episode, @JJRamberg shares how her new book teaches #business principles to kids. How can #parents teach kids to think like entrepreneurs? @JJRamberg shows you how in her new book. #business A lesson @JJRamberg teaches in her new biz book for kids: If you make a #promise, you have to keep that promise. This was too long A lesson from @JJRamberg's new biz book for kids: If U make a #promise, U have to keep that promise   Interview Links The Startup Club by JJ Ramberg, Melanie Staggs, and S. Taylor “Your Business with JJ Ramberg” on MSNBC Connect with JJ on Facebook Connect with JJ on LinkedIn Follow JJ on Twitter Follow JJ on Instagram GoodShop.com GetGumdrop.com Resources   Sell The Go-Giver Way Audio Program GoGiverSalesAcademy.com The Go-Giver Leader TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com How to Post a Review

What are the best ways to invest? In a recent piece, Ramit Sethi (I Will Teach You To Be Rich) detailed what he thinks are the four best starting points for people in their 20's. Are they the best? We're excited that Investment News' 40 Under 40 honoree Eric Roberge joins Paula Pant from Afford Anything and Joe to tackle all four of Ramit's strategies. Of course, that isn't all. Next we discuss the active vs. passive investment debate. Which is better? A recent piece says that this particular debate isn't the right one to have. Instead, we should talk about what's right for the investor, based on their beliefs and their needs. Do you agree? Does our roundtable agree? You'll find out today! We finish off our discussion with a rousing debate about another crazy Marketwatch.com Moneyologist question. Today's question? If your boss asks you to take a roommate, should you charge the person rent? ...that's not all of the question, but we get some GREAT answers from our roundtable participants. In our Friday FinTech segment, JJ Ramberg from Gumdrop joins us. Are you back to school shopping? Searching for great deals? Hoping to also help some charitable causes? We'll show you how Gumdrop works on all of those fronts today! Thanks to MagnifyMoney.com and FamZoo.com for sponsoring our show, and thanks also to everyone who's visited Amazon.com using our link!

Lovely, athletic Lexi is a Shepherd mix with very pointy ears and quite a muzzle. She shows off her alert, attentive nature on the Pawcast. Up next is Gumdrop, a Border Collie mix who is too adorable. Host Catherine refers to her as "baby" more than a few times. PLUS: It's tonight! Fleur de Me Texture Painting! Also: You can now buy raffle tickets online - woo hoo! Listen, SHARE, and enjoy the new Pawcast #podcast.

A Gumdrop and a Spider fly into low earth orbit.. no, this isn't the start of a bad joke, it's the start of Apollo 9!

Welcome Back. Does anyone read this? I doubt it..... Bret and Adam win their first Spring League hockey game decisively, but Adam hurt his leg.  Detroit Tiger Baseball Opening Day?  Adam was a Substitute Teacher? Whoa.... Husband Bashing         Sherman Pays A Visit Weird News - Sex Party? Suuuuure....... Song Of The Week: Bret - Northlane "Scarab" Twitter: @hotbutterpod    Facebook    Stitcher   Google Play Music Instagram: hotbutterpodcast Email: hotbutterpodcast@gmail.com Web: BretandAdam.com        Strangelabel.com

NomadTogether.com/GGG On this week's show, we've invited Jessica Sueiro from Goodie Goodie Gumdrop and WorldTowning.com on to the program. The Sueiros are a family of four who are slow traveling around the world, and they are currently spending a year in Southern France. They are world schoolers, digital nomads, dream chasers, minamilists, and much, much more. Their goal is to inspire other families to slow travel, learn through the world and live a life authentic to their desires. NomadTogether.com/GGG    

Darren and Lizzy plan a cross-country road trip to visit all of the Command Modules of the Apollo and Skylab Space Program. Carrying names such as Gumdrop, Charlie Brown, Columbia, or Casper. It will be fun to visit these mementos of space exploration history.Goodnight Moon are the nights I share with my daughter my sheer awe of the cosmos and pride in our space program. In this mini podcast I teach Elizabeth space exploration, astronomy, and history. To ignite the spark of curiosity and cause her skyward gaze to be filled with wonder. If you would like to contribute to our patreon you will be not only helping me produce this show but allowing me to purchase books, videos and field trips to better communicate the wonders of space and science to Lizzy. My hope is that Goodnight Moon will be something that can be shared with your own children and lead to many great discussions about space and exploration.Command Service Module - WikipediaCalifornia Science CenterNational Air and Space Museum

Darren and Lizzy plan a cross-country road trip to visit all of the Command Modules of the Apollo and Skylab Space Program. Carrying names such as Gumdrop, Charlie Brown, Columbia, or Casper. It will be fun to visit these mementos of space exploration history.Goodnight Moon are the nights I share with my daughter my sheer awe of the cosmos and pride in our space program. In this mini podcast I teach Elizabeth space exploration, astronomy, and history. To ignite the spark of curiosity and cause her skyward gaze to be filled with wonder. If you would like to contribute to our patreon you will be not only helping me produce this show but allowing me to purchase books, videos and field trips to better communicate the wonders of space and science to Lizzy. My hope is that Goodnight Moon will be something that can be shared with your own children and lead to many great discussions about space and exploration.Command Service Module - WikipediaCalifornia Science CenterNational Air and Space Museum

We talk about leaked iPhone 7 CAD files with Tim Hickman, a veteran accessories maker. The files are circulating among iPhone accessory makers ahead of Apple's big launch in the fall.

If you've ever wondered how to have a wildly succulent relationship, or attract the right special someone into your life, even if you've had a lifetime of being single or failed relationships, then do we have the show for you! Today I'm interviewing two amazing human beings and best-selling authors, SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy) and Dr. John Waddell the authors of Succulent Wild Love. SARK is a best-selling author and artist, with sixteen titles and well over two million books sold. Dr. John has been helping individuals and couples lead happier lives for over 30 years. Today we'll talk about removing the barriers to unconditional love, and how to give and receive love without reservation….to build stronger relationships, discover healthy ones, and even end unhealthy ones. In short, we're going to redefine relationships and help you live your greatest ones! That plus creating your perfect partner, adult bunkbeds, boat-houses, happy eggs, love notes, and a Gumdrop of Pure Love. ---Note, Dr. John and SARK have also been kind enough to share their story, and their ongoing journey their on through Dr. John's Stage 4 cancer. This is one of the most heartfelt, inspiring, and touching interviews we've ever done! But don't worry, there is LOTS of laughter too!--- Questions and Topics Include: Why a scooter may not be the answer! What is a “growth” relationship? Why it's so important to work on yourself before you look for a partner How John and SARK first met on an Abraham Hicks cruise What is the transformation game? How John's book about Living the Law of Attraction took on a much greater importance. How SARK married herself in 1997 and wrote about it in Succulent Wild Woman. Why SARK was declared “normal” and John was “qualified to adore her”. How John met all 5 of SARK's non-negotiables How John and SARK stepped past type and right into unconditional love. John's philosophy on illness (he was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in July) What John learned about himself by getting Stage 4 colon cancer. How John began expressing his creativity through cancer. What are the three areas John got clarity on through his cancer. The importance of the line: “All you have to do to get love is just be loving to people” Lesson's John's learning through his illness that he'll be able to share with his others…including us. What is SARK's ‘biggest fear and greatest blessing'? What Adele Davis, Juicing, and Being all-natural, have to do with chemotherapy Why SARK needed to run up a mountain and face Kimo, who was sent to give her love! The synchronicities that helped the book come out when it might have been stopped. The true beauty of a kindle book. Why John needs a new motorcycle What is the inner-wise self? Why we know we have an inner-wise self, but need to develop a practice to trust it. How we mistake the inner critic for our inner-wise self Relationship & Law of Attraction Experts SARK & Dr. John Waddell Share How to Have a Wildly Succulent Relationship or attract the right special someone, even if you've had a lifetime of being single or failed relationships! Inspiration | Motivation | Inspire Nation | Spirituality | Spiritual | Meditation | Self-Help For More Info Visit www.InspireNationShow.com

In season two's third episode the boys have a long debate about the state of the industry. But first, we talk about some games. Matt opens up with his completion of Bloodborne, just in time for the release of Dark Souls 3 which he gives us a run down of. Brook tells us the pros and cons of Quantum Break and Lemar brings it home with a quick review of Trackmania Turbo! In the middle of it all there is a debate as to wether these "Walking Simulators" should even be constituted as video games, and Matt expresses his fears of what's to come based on trends in the industry. Thats about it in this one so as always: See You Later!

This week the podcast is extended by Greg Heo and Tammy Coron, just before RWDevCon 2016. Tammy tells why she likes Fantastical 2 and her Gumdrop case for her iPad Pro. We chat about preparing for RWDevcon 2016. We discuss switching from indie and freelance development to joining corporations. We speculate on the rumored 9.5 inch iPad Pro. We geek out on biological motors and DRAM Challenges. Picks: OS X Playgrounds, League of Legends, Jamstik + Episode 81 Show Notes: Fantastical 2 for the Mac RWDevcon 2016 Apple is reportedly launching a 9.7-inch iPad Pro in March Hideaway Case for iPad Pro 12.9 The Apple Pencil, and Open Source Swift – Podcast S05 E04 1xnm DRAM Challenges Leisure Suit Larry Amiga 1200 NP-complete problem solved with biological motors Her Code Got Humans on the Moon—And Invented Software Itself A Story About ‘Magic' Tim Cook Interview with ABC News Washington Blog - Snowden Quote Apple's lease of old Sunnyvale Pepsi bottling plant hints at Project Titan expansion RWDevcon 2016 Schedule PDF Swift port to Android Invisible Red Podcast Episode 81 Picks: Creating an Xcode Project With a Built-in Playground League of Legends Jamstik +

This is part 2 of our interview with best-selling authors, SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy) and Dr. John Waddell the authors of Succulent Wild Love. If you've ever wondered how to have a wildly succulent relationship, or attract the right special someone into your life, even if you've had a lifetime of being single or failed relationships, then do we have the show for you! SARK is a best-selling author and artist, with sixteen titles and well over two million books sold. Dr. John has been helping individuals and couples lead happier lives for over 30 years Today we'll talk about removing the barriers to unconditional love, and how to give and receive love without reservation….to build stronger relationships, discover healthy ones, and even end unhealthy ones. In short, we're going to redefine relationships and help you live your greatest ones! That plus creating your perfect partner, adult bunk-beds, boat-houses, happy eggs, love notes, and a Gumdrop of Pure Love.  Questions and Topics Include: How do we use our feelings as a guide to know when we're off track so we can evoke positive change? Inner Feelings Care System Developed by SARK How to feel your feelings without avoiding, hiding or surprising them. How to have your self and inner-wise self hold you feelings. A way of honoring and expressing feelings that's not The ‘5 Second Method” for acknowledging feelings. Safety mechanisms to get back in charge of your feelings. How to use your feelings to evoke cooperation How to use your negative emotions to become something positive for the relationship How do we recognize our inner critics so we don't throw it at our partner – or ourselves! Why we're never fighting with our partner, you're always fighting with an inner critic! How you are not your inner critic How to reassign inner critics and give them new jobs. How to respect the boundaries of ourselves and our partners Why John can't “do” his cancer the way anyone out would want What are joyful solutions – and why “sacrifice” isn't necessary! How to go from sacrifice to joyful solutions Common examples of challenges and how to move past them toward a joyful solution How do we let love flow through us on a regular basis? How to remove the blocks to love (judgment and fear) then love will flow. How to get to unconditional love. How to make life a journey from one joyful event to the next Even looking at how to make the journey with cancer one joyful event to the next! How to find your joy anywhere and everywhere! Why choosing to be soulfully single is just as important and just as valuable. Discovering a love print as a blueprint for love from Wild Succulent Love. How to Create Your Perfect Partner with simple household ingredients. Relationship & Law of Attraction Experts SARK & Dr John Share How to Have a Wildly Succulent Relationship or Attract the Right Special Someone, Even if You've Had a Lifetime of Being Single or Failed Relationships! Inspiration | Motivation | Spirituality | Self-Help For More Info Visit: www.InspireNationShow.com

If you've ever wondered how to have a wildly succulent relationship, or attract the right special someone into your life, even if you've had a lifetime of being single or failed relationships, then do we have the show for you! Today I'm interviewing two amazing human beings and best-selling authors, SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy) and Dr. John Waddell the authors of Succulent Wild Love. SARK is a best-selling author and artist, with sixteen titles and well over two million books sold. Dr. John has been helping individuals and couples lead happier lives for over 30 years. Today we'll talk about removing the barriers to unconditional love, and how to give and receive love without reservation….to build stronger relationships, discover healthy ones, and even end unhealthy ones. In short, we're going to redefine relationships and help you live your greatest ones! That plus creating your perfect partner, adult bunkbeds, boat-houses, happy eggs, love notes, and a Gumdrop of Pure Love. ---Note, Dr. John and SARK have also been kind enough to share their story, and their ongoing journey their on through Dr. John's Stage 4 cancer. This is one of the most heartfelt, inspiring, and touching interviews we've ever done! But don't worry, there is LOTS of laughter too!--- Questions and Topics Include: Why a scooter may not be the answer! What is a “growth” relationship? Why it's so important to work on yourself before you look for a partner How John and SARK first met on an Abraham Hicks cruise What is the transformation game? How John's book about Living the Law of Attraction took on a much greater importance. How SARK married herself in 1997 and wrote about it in Succulent Wild Woman. Why SARK was declared “normal” and John was “qualified to adore her”. How John met all 5 of SARK's non-negotiables How John and SARK stepped past type and right into unconditional love. John's philosophy on illness (he was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in July) What John learned about himself by getting Stage 4 colon cancer. How John began expressing his creativity through cancer. What are the three areas John got clarity on through his cancer. The importance of the line: “All you have to do to get love is just be loving to people” Lesson's John's learning through his illness that he'll be able to share with his others…including us. What is SARK's ‘biggest fear and greatest blessing'? What Adele Davis, Juicing, and Being all-natural, have to do with chemotherapy Why SARK needed to run up a mountain and face Kimo, who was sent to give her love! The synchronicities that helped the book come out when it might have been stopped. The true beauty of a kindle book. Why John needs a new motorcycle What is the inner-wise self? Why we know we have an inner-wise self, but need to develop a practice to trust it. How we mistake the inner critic for our inner-wise self For More Info Visit www.InspireNationShow.com Check out Part 2 to learn more about Succulent Wild Love! Relationship & Law of Attraction Experts SARK & Dr. John Waddell Share How to Have a Wildly Succulent Relationship or attract the right special someone, even if you've had a lifetime of being single or failed relationships! Inspiration | Motivation | Inspire Nation | Spirituality | Self-Help

We have special guest team Count Gumdrop on the podcast and perform a monoscene set in a Starbucks in West Covina.  Count Gumdrop is Kyle Kenyon, Jiavani Linayao, Hector Navarro andNolan Schneiderman.  Like them on facebook at facebook.com/countgumdrop

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