Podcasts about macguffins

Josh and Mark bring their reading and discussion of "The Argonautica" to an end, is it a satisfying end? No but it's the journey and nostalgic fanfiction that matter. 

We're trying to collect all the MacGuffins to make the adventure last as long as possible, so we're off to the nearest pub to meet some graverobbers who we can definitely trust to tell us the truth and not poison us.   May our stamina never fail!  IF YOU LIKE WHAT WE DO AND WANT TO HELP US CONTINUE; SUPPORT US ON PATREON TO BE PART OF FUTURE LIVE EPISODES: patreon.com/spreadthewhimsy   SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ko-fi.com/w4bpodcasts SUPPORT US WITH MERCHANDISE: whenwagonwheelswerebigger.com/w4bshop SUPPORT US FOR FREE: spread the word, spread the whimsy!   BLUESKY: @w4bpodcasts THREADS/INSTAGRAM: w4bpodcasts FACEBOOK: facebook.com/whenwagonwheelswerebigger TIKTOK: @w4bpodcasts WEBSITE: whenwagonwheelswerebigger.com Campaign on Dice is not affiliated with Fighting Fantasy.  Theme Music: Battle of Pogs - Komiku

Once upon a time, Sarah went to Sweden and met a thriller writer who likes talking about the rules of writing in genre as much as we do. We're so excited that to be able to bring Anders de la Motte's brilliant thoughts about thrillers and mysteries to Fated Mates in this far-reaching conversation on romance's sister genres—thrillers & mysteries. We talk about Anders's path to writing, about the rules of writing thrillers and mysteries, about the covenant mysteries and thrillers have with readers, and about Mystery Reasons™️. We had the best time with this one — you're going to love it.Learn more about Anders's books at his English language publishers, Simon & Schuster and HarpercollinsIf you want to talk more about Genre Carrying the Myth, Jayne Ann Krentz's genius way of thinking about the work of genre fiction, or about mysteries and thrillers, come join our Patreon! You'll get an extra monthly episode from us and access to the incredible readers and brilliant people on the Fated Mates Discord. Learn more at fatedmates.net/patreon.Our next read along is an old school contemporary, Perfect by Judith McNaught. Sarah says it has the greatest all-is-lost moment in romance history. Read it to find out if she's right. Get it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books or wherever you get your books.Thrillers and Mysteries Mentioned in This EpisodeThe Mountain King by Anders De la MotteThe Glass Man by Anders De la MotteThe Rust Forest by Anders De la MotteShutter Island by Denis LehaneThe Usual SuspectsWidow's BayMurder on the Orient Express by Agatha ChristieColumboPoker FaceMurder, She WroteKnives OutThe Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg LarssonKilling Floor by Lee ChildOrphan X by Gregg HurwitzSmall Mercies by Dennis LehaneThe DaVinci Code by Dan BrownJames BondEvil Under the Sun by Agatha ChristieDeath on the Nile by Agatha ChristieAnd Then There Were None by Agatha ChristieOne of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManusThe Thursday Murder Club by Richard OsmanThe WireMemoRandom by Anders De la MotteEnd of Summer by Anders De la MotteGame by Anders De la MotteNotesWelcome Anders de la Motte, author of mysteries and thrillers. Many of his books have been translated to English, most recently The Asker series.Many of the most famous fictional detectives we mentioned are on this list.In fiction, unreliability is a narrative device meant to purposefully confuse or lie to the reader for the purposes of the story. We've argued that it's more or less impossible to have an unreliable narrator in romance. A good explainer on the difference between close 3rd (used in romance) and limited 3rd (used in mysteries/thrillers)MacGuffins and other mystery and thriller tropes and vocabulary.SponsorsJill Shalvis author of Falling Into You, available in print, ebook, audiobook from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or your local independent bookstore.Jess Turner, author of The Only Catch, available in print, ebook or with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.Hachette, publishers of In the Wake of the Ruined, by Kalie Cassidy, available in print, ebook and audiobook at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, or your local independent bookstore.Oliver Heber Books, publishers of The Forbidden Duke, by Darcy Burke, available in print, ebook and audiobook at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books. Support the special 10th...

Heidiho Welt, Berg hat ihn endlich wieder eingeladen. Der Mann, der euch die MacGuffins dieser Welt erklärt: Jakob Die beiden haben zum Anlass zwar eine Serie und einen Film, aber das Bildungsniveau kommt definitiv nicht zu kurz. In dieser Folge kann man nicht nur richtig was lernen, sondern auch das Wissen direkt am Beispiel anwenden! So geht Bildung und Unterhaltung Hand in Hand! Bleibt spoilerfrei!

For this show-within-a-show, Craig and Andrew learned about the world of Middle-Earth by reading J.R.R. Tolkien's posthumously published legendarium THE SILMARILLION. This episode posted first for our Patreon supporters in July 2025. If you want to hear our current longread project TOKYO DRIFTERS (and a bunch of other stuff besides), visit Patreon.com/overduepod.The Elves are here, and it's time to learn all about them! Because there are a whole bunch of different sub-types of them, mostly sorted by whether and how quickly they decided to heed the summons to come party with the gods on their paradise island.The most important one we meet is Fëanor, who forges the book's MacGuffins and then instantly gets super weird and possessive about them, in a way that ensures lasting misery for all involved. Hooray!The reading list:Ep 1 - Ainulindale, Valaquenta, Quenta Silmarillion Ch 1-3Ep 2 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 4-10Ep 3 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 11-16Ep 4 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 17-20Ep 5 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 21-24Ep 6 - Akallabeth, Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age, AppendicesOur theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailThe Trial Lawyers College -- which your host Jonathan Katz attended in 1995, followed to this day during the year with periodic trial preparation gatherings of TLC alums and others (shout out to our repeat co-host, criminal defense lawyer supreme, and my decades-long friend Christopher Flohr for hosting such monthly gatherings for years at his Maryland law office) -- makes clear that the TLC does not "offer training for those lawyers who represent government, corporations or large business interests." A sizeable chunk of Trial Lawyers College attendees are criminal defense and plaintiffs personal injury attorneys. When Jon learned that National College of DUI Defense leader Andrew Mishlove embraces Trial Lawyers College approaches, Jon Katz invited him to speak on this Beat the Prosecution podcast, to include addressing integrating TLC approaches with winning DUI defense. Andrew exemplifies the truism that there are always more essential lessons to learn. When he was already in his fifties and very accomplished as a DUI defense lawyer, Andrew learned about the Trial Lawyers College and immediately embraced its approach of persuading through storytelling and applying psychodram and scene setting approaches. Andrew is right on point in talking about the story catalyst that Alfred Hitchcock named the MacGuffin, and the hero's journey of the story. He wonderfully weaves My Cousin Vinny and Star Wars in articulating that approach. Andrew also discusses using the Moth storytelling approach (see his article on the Moth here) -- which is covered at the TLC's Graduate II program -- giving credit to Nebraska lawyer Maren Chaloupka, who addresses storytelling as involving the story worth telling, running from extraordinary to every day events that can be transformative. Andrew also here discusses his week-long annual program with the NCDD entitled Serious Science: Advanced Course in Blood Drug Analysis & Trial Advocacy, where in addition to focusing on persuading for justice for the defense in court, the participants have an opportunity to experience blood analysis from the viewpoint and approach of blood examining and analyzing scientists, whether their testimony is for the defense or prosecution. This episode is also available on YouTube and Apple Podcasts. This podcast with Fairfax, Virginia criminal / DUI lawyer Jon Katz is playable on all devices at podcast.BeatTheProsecution.com. For more information, visit https://KatzJustice.com or contact us at info@KatzJustice.com, 703-383-1100 (calling), or 571-406-7268 (text).  If you like what you hear on our Beat the Prosecution podcast, please take a moment to post a review at our Apple podcasts page (with stars only, or else also with a comment) at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beat-the-prosecution/id1721413675

Frodo the cat serves as the ultimate horror witness in A Quiet Place: Day One (with Lupita Nyong’o) Crypticon Seattle, the great Pacific Northwest horror convention, has once again come and gone, but the memories linger. The panels are what make the convention feel like a class reunion. The panels are produced entirely by volunteer experts from across the region and are the ultimate in fan interaction. This is what it feels like to create a horror community, sharing our ideas and experiences with each other. This year, I decided to record some of the panels I participated in and attended to give you a sense of what happens at these events. This Pets in Horror panel was hosted by Brien Gorham, and I participated in it along with Kathy Fennesy and Todd Johnstson. If you are a long-time reader of our website or a listener of our podcast, you will know that I have a big ol’ soft spot for pets in horror. Whether they are the MacGuffins, the heroes, or the villains of the story, pets provide strong emotional connective tissue within horror constructs. The use of pets also sparks some great debates regarding the narrative use of animals. Because we have such a natural affinity for critters, horror movies tend to exploit those feelings by putting the animals in peril. Fair, or not? We will talk about that in this discussion. Brien was inspired by the success of last year’s remarkable film Good Boy which we have been a huge proponent for. You can use that link to listen to an interview with director Ben Leonberg, who discusses how he coaxed an award-winning performance from his pet dog, Indy. That movie, however, is just the tip of a very big trope iceberg. Thank you to Jason and Jasen for putting me on this panel, as it is something near and dear to me, and to many attending Crypticon. Brien Gorham outlined his panel discussion topics for this panel: “Indy the Dog from Good Boy has become the latest in a line of cinematic pets to steal our hearts, but domestic animals have a long history in horror movies. Whether that be as a witness, antagonist, or, as in the case of Indy, a protagonist. Let’s discuss how our collective best friends have been represented in horror films.” Introductions Opening question: If you could choose one pet from a horror movie to have in your home, who would you choose and why? Some larger questions that can be applied to any category: How do our personal relationships with pets affect how we see them in stories? (Please feel free to include personal stories where appropriate) How does the motivation of a pet differ from human motivation? Altruism? How do we recognize animal performances? (Indy's acting win) What resources are available for those who are sensitive to animal violence?  Part 1: Pets as Witnesses Possible Movies: Cat's Eye, Poltergeist, The Hills Have Eyes I and II Let's start with movies where a family pet serves as a witness or bystander to an individual or family crisis. In these cases, what purpose does the inclusion of the pet serve? How much do we hate it when pets are introduced just to be killed off for sympathy? Part 2: Pets as Heroes Possible Movies: Good Boy, Cat's Eye, Phenomena, The Hills Have Eyes Next, let's explore pets that go above and beyond, playing an active role in saving the day. Which movie pets do you most admire? How do certain traits of specific animals play into this heroism? How much do we hate it when animals sacrifice themselves for humans? Part 3: Pets as Antagonists  Possible Movies: Cujo, Lake Placid, The Uncanny, Uninvited, Pet Sematary, The Black Cat (any version) What happens when man's best friend turns violent, and our furry friends rebel against us? The most terrifying pets in horror? The most heartbreaking transformations? Closing What beloved pets have we not seen represented in horror movies? PET HORROR RESOURCES You can check out our Favorite Horror Movie Dogs Dead List for our updated list of horror hounds for your reference. Kathy Fennessy is a former president of the Seattle Film Critics Society and runs the Seattle Film Blog. She has a blog post titled “Good Boy and Other House Pets in Horror: Purrs, barks, Growls, and Deadly Attacks.“ I find that Kathy is the unofficial research librarian for Crypticon Seattle and has a deep and thorough knowledge of the genre. For those of you who get triggered by animal harm or death in movies, please visit “Does the Dog Die?“ It’s a great resource for people who need to filter their movies for moments that will trigger anxiety, with the primary trope being that of harm to dogs. It also covers things like harm to children and rape, which are non-starter elements for many people. A Recording of Brien Gohram’s Good Boy: Pets in Horror Panel Panelists:Brien Gorham – HostKathy Fennesy Eric LiTodd Johnston Please note: I was using a compressor microphone on the table, so the audio isn’t as clean as it would be with our dynamic podcasting microphones. Todd Johnston, in particular, is a bit faint, though I did boost the audio when he is speaking. Don’t over-adjust your volume, though, because when the conversation turns back to the rest of the panelists, it picks up. A fan and her pet chihuahua attend the Crypticon Seattle Pets in Horror Panel: Note – The dog makes it! Our Discussed Films:Plus… a couple more Indy: Good Boy (2025) Chewie: Critters (1986) General: Cat’s Eye (1985) Dickie: The Beyond (1981) Thor: Bad Moon (1996) Sarii: Prey (2022) Frodo: A Quiet Place Day One (2024) Ben (1972) Lake Placid (1999) Ella: Monkey Shines (1988) Pluto: The Rule of Jenny Pen (2025) The Uninvited (1987) Willard (1971) Inga: Phenomena (1985) Jed: The Thing (1982) When Evil Lurks (2023) Baxter (1989) Frankenweenie (2012) Boy: Love and Monsters (2020) Jones: Alien (1979) Cujo (1983) Green Room (2015) Roar (1981) Max: Man’s Best Friend (1993) Clovis (and gang): Sleepwalkers (1992) Black Sheep (2006) Precious: The Silence of the Lambs (1992) Church: Pet Sematary (2019) Zoltan: The Hound of Dracula (1977) Pippet: Jaws (1975) The Legend of Hell House (1973) Sugar: Crawl (2019) Beast: The Hills Have Eyes (2006) The Black Cat (1934)

Good evening. Welcome back to Dial P for Podcast, Patrick Ripoll's year-long chronological voyage through the films of Alfred Hitchcock. Every month Patrick will be watching four Hitchcock features and talking about them here, from The Pleasure Garden to Family Plot, all across the year of 2026, examining the life and work of England's most famous cinema pervert.For episode 4 we find Alfred Hitchcock a newly christened international film star, taking the magic formula he discovered in The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934) in four very different configurations, with four very different results, as we discuss the ground crumbling from under him at Gaumont Studios. Also: his top three favorite methods of being a hideous creep at parties!Spies and bystanders, codes and MacGuffins, the Scottish Highlands to the Swiss Alps to Picadilly Circus, this episode finds Hitch sharpening the Hitchcockian thriller to a fine point, as well as discarding some truly useless pencil shavings!0:00 - 0:35 - Intro Music0:36 - 1:35:56 - The 39 Steps (1935)1:35:57 - 2:06:51 - Secret Agent (1936)2:06:52 - 2:58:11 - Sabotage (1936)2:58:12 - 3:22:34 - Young & Innocent (1937)3:22:35 - 3:23:46 - Outro Music

In Episode 2 of our Star Wars series, we move beyond rankings and hot takes to explore something deeper: what actually makes Star Wars… Star Wars.From emotional moments that still hit decades later, to the role of the Force, to why some stories resonate and others fall flat, we dig into the storytelling DNA of the galaxy far, far away—and how it extends beyond the films into the Disney Parks.We also ask a bigger question:Is Star Wars at its best when it looks forward… or when it leans into nostalgia?And yes… things get a little unhinged along the way.

Why was the Buffy reboot cancelled, and who's to blame? What does the media storm around Zendaya and Tom Holland's secret nuptials tell us about fame in 2026? What is a 'MacGuffin', and why do legendary filmmakers love them? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions about TV remakes, celebrity weddings, screenwriting techniques and more. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Max Archer Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What’s a MacGuffin? We don’t know. No one knows. But it has to do with movies and that’s fun to talk about.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send a textKnights, Nazis, submarines, and a three-headed robo-dragon walk into a Transformers sequel… and somehow the wildest ingredients still feel weightless. We dig into Transformers: The Last Knight to figure out why the VFX slap while the story slips, how the Arthurian hook gets buried under MacGuffins, and where the franchise lost the character charm that made the first film sing. We compare Shia's live-wire energy to Mark Wahlberg's steady center, debate Cogman's C-3PO-adjacent chaos, and explain why Anthony Hopkins turning exposition into mischief nearly steals the movie.From the medieval prologue to a London chase that forgets who's in which car, we track the editing choices that drain tension and the dialogue tics that mistake “joke density” for personality. The TRF heel turn, the Witwiccan lore tangle, and Optimus Prime's mind-controlled pivot to Nemesis Prime get a clear-eyed autopsy. We also spotlight what works: Bumblebee's mid-fight reassembly is kinetic and clever, the robot silhouettes are finally readable, and the sound design keeps even thin scenes feeling huge. When Bumblebee briefly regains his voice, you glimpse the beating heart this franchise can still find—if the script lets it.If you love franchise archaeology, blockbuster craft talk, and a fair share of roast with your reverence, you'll feel at home. We sketch the version that might have landed: fewer MacGuffins, real consequences, a focused treasure trail for Vivian's historian skills, and a talisman that pays off a character arc rather than a single slow-motion block. By the end, we answer the big question: underrated chaos or unwatchable noise?Enjoy the ride, then tell us your pick for the series' last truly good entry. Subscribe, drop a review, and share this one with a friend who still quotes “more than meets the eye.”Written Lovingly by AIBe our friend!Dan: @shakybaconTony: @tonydczechAnd follow the podcast on IG: @hatewatchingDAT

Det är ett bedrägeri så känd att det blivit en populärkulturell kliché. Om en affärsmodell går ut på att värva människor som ska värva människor så väntar finansiell kollaps. Ändå svämmat internet över av affärsupplägg som är, eller i alla fall ser ut att vara pyramidspel. Hur är det möjligt? Reporter Rebecca Asker spårar pyramidspelens ideologiska och andliga rötter och hittar 40 miljarder i gråskalor, digitala MacGuffins och kopplingar till några av världens mäktigaste familjer.

Ever chased a glowing orb through three dungeons, only to find out it's just... a really fancy paperweight? Congratulations, you've met a MacGuffin! This week, the RPGBOT crew dissects the mysterious art of the object that drives your players forward, whether it's the One Ring, the Orb of Shiny Plot Device, or the legendary Sandwich of Ultimate Power. Grab your notes, your dice, and your vague sense of purpose, because we're going beyond the plot twist. Randall James' Melancon Before you roll for insight, roll on over to Amazon and grab Randall James' novella Melancon—a hauntingly beautiful story that pairs perfectly with a rainy game night and a cup of something strong. Support an indie author, dive into a darkly poetic world, and show Randall some love. Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, Tyler, Randall, and Ash dive deep into the narrative tool that keeps players moving: the MacGuffin. Whether it's a cursed relic, a kidnapped noble, or a mysterious prophecy, MacGuffins are storytelling fuel for Dungeon Masters and Game Masters across systems like Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder 2e. The hosts unpack what makes a good MacGuffin (and what makes a lazy one), explore how player agency and motivation interact with narrative devices, and share practical tips for integrating MacGuffins into campaigns without making them feel hollow or forced. Expect examples from movies, famous campaigns, and some spicy opinions on whether The Deck of Many Things is secretly the best—or worst—MacGuffin ever written. Key Takeaways A MacGuffin isn't the story—it's the spark. It gets the party moving, but your players should define what it means. Player motivation matters. Tie your MacGuffin to personal stakes or relationships to avoid "fetch quest fatigue." Use narrative misdirection wisely. A twist should feel earned, not like a reroll on your own plot. Every system benefits from good pacing. Pathfinder 2e, D&D 5e, or your favorite indie TTRPG—MacGuffins can unify a campaign arc when used thoughtfully. Don't overcomplicate it. Sometimes, the shiny rock is just a shiny rock… until the players make it legendary. Support Indie Creators This holiday season, put your gold pieces where your heart is: support independent tabletop roleplaying game creators. Buy a zine, back a small Kickstarter, gift a module, or leave a review for your favorite indie game. Every little gesture helps the storytellers who keep our tables full of wonder, chaos, and laughter. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Ever chased a glowing orb through three dungeons, only to find out it's just... a really fancy paperweight? Congratulations, you've met a MacGuffin! This week, the RPGBOT crew dissects the mysterious art of the object that drives your players forward, whether it's the One Ring, the Orb of Shiny Plot Device, or the legendary Sandwich of Ultimate Power. Grab your notes, your dice, and your vague sense of purpose, because we're going beyond the plot twist. Randall James' Melancon Before you roll for insight, roll on over to Amazon and grab Randall James' novella Melancon—a hauntingly beautiful story that pairs perfectly with a rainy game night and a cup of something strong. Support an indie author, dive into a darkly poetic world, and show Randall some love. Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, Tyler, Randall, and Ash dive deep into the narrative tool that keeps players moving: the MacGuffin. Whether it's a cursed relic, a kidnapped noble, or a mysterious prophecy, MacGuffins are storytelling fuel for Dungeon Masters and Game Masters across systems like Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder 2e. The hosts unpack what makes a good MacGuffin (and what makes a lazy one), explore how player agency and motivation interact with narrative devices, and share practical tips for integrating MacGuffins into campaigns without making them feel hollow or forced. Expect examples from movies, famous campaigns, and some spicy opinions on whether The Deck of Many Things is secretly the best—or worst—MacGuffin ever written. Key Takeaways A MacGuffin isn't the story—it's the spark. It gets the party moving, but your players should define what it means. Player motivation matters. Tie your MacGuffin to personal stakes or relationships to avoid "fetch quest fatigue." Use narrative misdirection wisely. A twist should feel earned, not like a reroll on your own plot. Every system benefits from good pacing. Pathfinder 2e, D&D 5e, or your favorite indie TTRPG—MacGuffins can unify a campaign arc when used thoughtfully. Don't overcomplicate it. Sometimes, the shiny rock is just a shiny rock… until the players make it legendary. Support Indie Creators This holiday season, put your gold pieces where your heart is: support independent tabletop roleplaying game creators. Buy a zine, back a small Kickstarter, gift a module, or leave a review for your favorite indie game. Every little gesture helps the storytellers who keep our tables full of wonder, chaos, and laughter. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Episode 290: Jurassic Park Rebirth – Sexy Dinos & T-Rex Set Pieces

Lords: * Stevie * Bri Topics: * 3D modeling and my lack of visual imagination * Cutthroat compounds (my linguistic specialty) – current pursuit is "verb-em" last names – I'm researching the origins of the fictional law offices of Dewey Cheatum and Howe * Pocket Warwick and other lost software * For a Student Who Used AI to Write a Paper, by Joseph Fasano * https://www.reddit.com/r/Poetry/comments/1fvzv1f/poemforastudentwhousedaitowriteapaper/ * Colma's city motto "It's Great to Be Alive in Colma" is great marketing Microtopics: * Silly inventor and brainstormer. * Writing code that generates audio. * Giving talks at the Odd Salon. * Coffeehouse revolutionary thinkers. * Classic Hughes Behavior. * Looking at Blender again every seven to ten years. * Imagining a place in any level of detail. (Other than the name.) * The memory of what a tiger looks like, and whether it rotated on a Lazy Susan. * Whether seeing things in a dream feels similar to visualization. * Needing a license to operate as an engineer, but anyone can call themselves an Imagineer. * Weenies and MacGuffins. * Drawing something in 2D and tracing it in Blender. * Different ways to approach level design. * Thinking of something and putting it in your game. * Getting your game design playable as soon as possible so you can find out if it's any good. * A verb and its direct object. * Misers and drunks and cowards and gluttons. * Kick 'em Jenny. * Bop It! * Plastic keys where the point of the key is that it immediately breaks and you have to buy a new one. * Lawyer jokes from 19th century Australia. * Whether Nukem is his last name or just a nickname. * Syntactic freezes. * Rude slang words that end up on listicles. * How "cacafuego" became "spitfire." * Etymonline shrugging and giving up. * Not knowing about the alternate pronunciation of parentheses and processes until you get an office job. * Choosing a comma as one of your hills. * A unit of sound and meaning that you use to modify another unit of sound and meaning. * How to pronounce Warwick Davis. * A Jib Jab. * A Tamagotchi Situation. * Boatswains and forecastles. * Adding redundancy for clarity and also removing it for efficiency. * If you still have a Jaz disk, what do you even do with it? * Going to MagFest to see a chip metal band called Master Boot Record and he's throwing floppy disks with Deluxe Paint on them into the crowd. * Sharing a birthday with a Kentucky Derby winner but not being sure if he's a person or a horse. * The Friendliest Friend! * Stu Sutcliffe, the sixth Beatle. * International Snooker 2012 and Seven Wonders: Ancient Alien Makeover. * Fantasy consoles that only run Final Fantasy games. * If it's your first time at Nice Club, you have to Nice. * Seeing a generation grow up using automation to do a task that you had to do by hand and feeling one way or another about it. * How to tell whether somebody can reason about a topic and express their thoughts clearly. * Underpants Gnome Plans. * Polishing your thought processes until you find one that you agree with. * Defending Your Thesis, directed by Al Brooks. * The only place on the Internet you can hear advice about going to college. * Colma Secrets. * Noone ever stops in Colma (on purpose) * Everyone who came to San Francisco and died. * Go By Train. * Calling the Colma Historical Society to see if they have a living volunteer there that day. * Calling a song "Going to Colma" and hoping that the phrase catches on as a euphemism for Kicking the Bucket. * The Joy of Actual Citizens and People Involved in Government. * Encyclopedia Briannica.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: AMC Movie Theatres Coming To South Loop, Replacing Shuttered Showplace Icon Theater: The theater at Roosevelt Collection Shops will be one of the few movie theaters south of Downtown. A MacGuffins […]

Don't be confused! It's just gonna make it worse for me. Jack and Corey are joined by filmmaker Matt Mazany (Big Brothers, Gay of Thrones, Funny or Die) to talk the Safdie Brothers' anxiety inducing crime thriller, GOOD TIME (2017)! The three talk brothers, acting in your own work, casting non-actors, memorable movie theater experiences, white privilege, invisible filmmaking, Benny Safdie's transformative performance, MacGuffins, Octavio the clown, helicopter shots, Robert Pattinson's good looks, Eric Roberts, dogs, The Arclight Cinema, and Sprite.Support the pod by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/cinemapossessedpod and unlock the Cinema Possessed Bonus Materials, our bi-monthly bonus episodes where we talk about more than just what's in our collection.Instagram: instagram.com/cinemapossessedpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinemapossessedpodTwitter (X): twitter.com/cinemapossessedEmail: cinemapossessedpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This has to be it. The low point right? There is nothing remotely interesting about this book aside from the anger that it stirs inside of me like small, tiny star. But that would be impossible because as we know if I had a star inside of me then it would consume me, and also Doc Ock would not be able to contol it with his tentacles. The power of a star in the palm of his hands. What did HE know? Anyway, maybe we can just watch Spider-Man 2 next episode instead. Our Socials Follow us at patreon.com/pixellitpod and hop into our Discord! Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/pixellitpod.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/pixellitpod

Ignite your lightsabers, because cohosts Ryan Condal (House of the Dragon) and David Mandel (Veep, Curb Your Enthusiasm) of 'The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of' are here to share their insights on the art of collecting. Then, Ryan, David, Jo, and Mal each share their most coveted props from genre shows and films, including their top picks for wearables, weapons, MacGuffins, and more! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Ryan Condal and David Mandel Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(2:00) The Logically Challenged — Mask Mandates ReturnIs it something in the water?  Mask mandates are limited to a very small geographical area of CaliforniaLA Times: "Skipping COVID Booster Could Reduce Your IQ" — is low IQ a cause of an effect of vax?SCOTUS rejects church's challenge to lockdown — here's how the government gamed the systemNurse testimonials about the "financially incentivized" malpractice and murder(26:21) Incentivized Ventilator Murders Newly uncovered incentive to harm patients with ventilators. Hospitals were paid to kill — by whom? (47:48) Fauci, Gain-of-Function, and a glimmer of hope that truth is starting to surfaceFauci — he's even worse than conservatives and dissidents are willing to admitThe Gain-of-Function misdirection.  The bioweapon is the Trump shot.  But conservatives blame G.O.F. and China for the harms as left points to COVID for the harmsHELL FREEZES OVER: BBC admits man's horrific injury was "brought to you by Pfizer" and says he has been "left to rot"(1:04:41) HELL FREEZES OVER: BBC Admits Horrific Vax Injury BBC admits man's horrific injury was "brought to you by Pfizer" and says he has been "left to rot" (1:08:35) Take Away Asthmatics' Inhaler to "Save Climate"?They truly hate us and the MacGuffins converge on depopulationEuropean curriculum to prioritize climate in medical training — ban inhalers and let people suffocate(1:17:44) Alarmists: Plants & Trees Absorbed NO CO2 Last Year You won't believe the "basis" for this nonsense (1:28:36) Listener letters and thank you to our donor-producers(1:39:52) Ex-Abortionist Speaks Out Do babies feel pain when their limbs are torn from their body?  This ex-abortionist speaks of his painful memories (1:52:46) Trump is asked whether he thinks about death — his answer is amazing (2:02:26) INTERVIEW Economics, Work & the Meaning of Life David Bahnsen, author & wealth manager, Bahnsen Group with $5.7B under management) Are Fed rates manipulating the election What are economic consequences of Fed The dollar's reserve status, BRICS, Yellen's sanctions*His book "Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life" Tariffs floated by both Trump & HarrisIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

(2:00) The Logically Challenged — Mask Mandates ReturnIs it something in the water?  Mask mandates are limited to a very small geographical area of CaliforniaLA Times: "Skipping COVID Booster Could Reduce Your IQ" — is low IQ a cause of an effect of vax?SCOTUS rejects church's challenge to lockdown — here's how the government gamed the systemNurse testimonials about the "financially incentivized" malpractice and murder(26:21) Incentivized Ventilator Murders Newly uncovered incentive to harm patients with ventilators. Hospitals were paid to kill — by whom? (47:48) Fauci, Gain-of-Function, and a glimmer of hope that truth is starting to surfaceFauci — he's even worse than conservatives and dissidents are willing to admitThe Gain-of-Function misdirection.  The bioweapon is the Trump shot.  But conservatives blame G.O.F. and China for the harms as left points to COVID for the harmsHELL FREEZES OVER: BBC admits man's horrific injury was "brought to you by Pfizer" and says he has been "left to rot"(1:04:41) HELL FREEZES OVER: BBC Admits Horrific Vax Injury BBC admits man's horrific injury was "brought to you by Pfizer" and says he has been "left to rot" (1:08:35) Take Away Asthmatics' Inhaler to "Save Climate"?They truly hate us and the MacGuffins converge on depopulationEuropean curriculum to prioritize climate in medical training — ban inhalers and let people suffocate(1:17:44) Alarmists: Plants & Trees Absorbed NO CO2 Last Year You won't believe the "basis" for this nonsense (1:28:36) Listener letters and thank you to our donor-producers (1:39:52) Ex-Abortionist Speaks Out Do babies feel pain when their limbs are torn from their body?  This ex-abortionist speaks of his painful memories (1:52:46) Trump is asked whether he thinks about death — his answer is amazing (2:02:26) INTERVIEW Economics, Work & the Meaning of Life David Bahnsen, author & wealth manager, Bahnsen Group with $5.7B under management) Are Fed rates manipulating the election What are economic consequences of Fed The dollar's reserve status, BRICS, Yellen's sanctions*His book "Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life" Tariffs floated by both Trump & HarrisIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

(2:00) Helene on Earth — Devastation, Aftermath, and Climate Change GriftWATCH - raging rivers and the AquaFence that saved a hospital on an islandDamage estimates are comparable to money given to Ukraine - what will Feds do?Where's the National Guard as people stranded on roofs, some died — it's abroadIdeally, how show a free society handle thisClimate grifters are indifferent to the loss of life and property and are concerned that Trump may damage Paris Accord and UN agenda.  Then it dawns on them that they have nothing to worry about.  Even if Trump did the unexpected — something, anything — they point out it can be COUNTERED AT THE LOCAL LEVELMichael Mann, false climate prophet for profit, is undeterred in his false predictions about hurricane seasonOn to the next grift…methane…as Biden bureaucracy funds nearly $1 BILLION to find methane emissions and tasks BLM to do something about it.  You know where this story leads.NEW! FrankenChicken(56:56) Update on baby Liam, listener comments, TN lithium production concerns, and another prayer requests (1:04:33) NewsDem Senator issues bill to add 6 more seats to pack Supreme Court.  Why only 6 more?John Kerry says it out loud: First Amendment is IN THE WAY of THEIR GOVERNINGWSJ (at WEF) bemoans "we were the gatekeepers".  Even with censorship we now see through the propaganda(1:16:37) NPR Rails Against Constitutional Sheriffs As they throw the usual litany of libelous labels, their total ignorance of, and contempt for, the Constitution has never been more transparent (1:26:35) Listener comments - EV fires from flooding, Battery Storage Site fires from flooding, Lithium pollution in TN, Methane, CO2, and more (1:40:44) Replacing the WestVienna, Austria - population incensed over luxury apartments for "arrivals", far better than AustriansOne of world's largest shipping companies stops delivery to Haiti.   Gangs were shooting at the container shipsBiden/Lala shown to release over 650,000 criminals into USA(1:52:20) It's Pre-Season for the Fantasy Germ Games as MAGA Cheers RedfieldJD Vance gets thrown out of restaurant for politics.  MAGA Media condemns but forgets when we ALL got thrown out of restaurants for lockdown and mask nonsense during Trump administrationCanada fines Amish for not downloading a Covid app for smartphones.  How many ways is this insane?Trump discovers what "phone apps" are — something for "really smart people"Boris Johnson, England's Chief Medical Officer try to walk back their tyranny.  Why aren't ANY American politicians scared?Trump's "EPIC CDC Endorsement" — MAGA Media sycophant and prostitute Darren Beattie, Revolver, thinks Trump's CDC Director Redfield's endorsement is a "win" — ONLY if you don't care about a repeat of 2020.  Beattie blames "hysterical women" for the lockdown.  That's a new one.SIDS (Sudden Infant Deaths) surged after the TrumpShotsCDC is now using the PCR "test" on wastewater.  Like "climate computer models", junk science and lies that are the foundation of the MacGuffins(2:33:56) Israel Moves to Eliminate Cash — Harbinger of Global Governance AGAIN Canada and USA say they're not moving ahead with CBDC.  Israel shows the global Mark of the Beast agenda is full on.  Criminal penalties for cash and prohibition of possession (2:51:05)  Listener commentsFind out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

(2:00) Helene on Earth — Devastation, Aftermath, and Climate Change GriftWATCH - raging rivers and the AquaFence that saved a hospital on an islandDamage estimates are comparable to money given to Ukraine - what will Feds do?Where's the National Guard as people stranded on roofs, some died — it's abroadIdeally, how show a free society handle thisClimate grifters are indifferent to the loss of life and property and are concerned that Trump may damage Paris Accord and UN agenda.  Then it dawns on them that they have nothing to worry about.  Even if Trump did the unexpected — something, anything — they point out it can be COUNTERED AT THE LOCAL LEVELMichael Mann, false climate prophet for profit, is undeterred in his false predictions about hurricane seasonOn to the next grift…methane…as Biden bureaucracy funds nearly $1 BILLION to find methane emissions and tasks BLM to do something about it.  You know where this story leads.NEW! FrankenChicken(56:56) Update on baby Liam, listener comments, TN lithium production concerns, and another prayer requests (1:04:33) NewsDem Senator issues bill to add 6 more seats to pack Supreme Court.  Why only 6 more?John Kerry says it out loud: First Amendment is IN THE WAY of THEIR GOVERNINGWSJ (at WEF) bemoans "we were the gatekeepers".  Even with censorship we now see through the propaganda(1:16:37) NPR Rails Against Constitutional Sheriffs As they throw the usual litany of libelous labels, their total ignorance of, and contempt for, the Constitution has never been more transparent (1:26:35) Listener comments - EV fires from flooding, Battery Storage Site fires from flooding, Lithium pollution in TN, Methane, CO2, and more (1:40:44) Replacing the WestVienna, Austria - population incensed over luxury apartments for "arrivals", far better than AustriansOne of world's largest shipping companies stops delivery to Haiti.   Gangs were shooting at the container shipsBiden/Lala shown to release over 650,000 criminals into USA(1:52:20) It's Pre-Season for the Fantasy Germ Games as MAGA Cheers RedfieldJD Vance gets thrown out of restaurant for politics.  MAGA Media condemns but forgets when we ALL got thrown out of restaurants for lockdown and mask nonsense during Trump administrationCanada fines Amish for not downloading a Covid app for smartphones.  How many ways is this insane?Trump discovers what "phone apps" are — something for "really smart people"Boris Johnson, England's Chief Medical Officer try to walk back their tyranny.  Why aren't ANY American politicians scared?Trump's "EPIC CDC Endorsement" — MAGA Media sycophant and prostitute Darren Beattie, Revolver, thinks Trump's CDC Director Redfield's endorsement is a "win" — ONLY if you don't care about a repeat of 2020.  Beattie blames "hysterical women" for the lockdown.  That's a new one.SIDS (Sudden Infant Deaths) surged after the TrumpShotsCDC is now using the PCR "test" on wastewater.  Like "climate computer models", junk science and lies that are the foundation of the MacGuffins(2:33:56) Israel Moves to Eliminate Cash — Harbinger of Global Governance AGAIN Canada and USA say they're not moving ahead with CBDC.  Israel shows the global Mark of the Beast agenda is full on.  Criminal penalties for cash and prohibition of possession (2:51:05)  Listener commentsFind out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

Detour (1945), Pickup on South Street (1953), & Red Rock West (1993) ALL MOVIES SPOILED In this film block, Alex Vlahov, the curator of OnlyFilmNoir, thumbs ride out west with Jeremy and Brian to look for work, but what they find is murder, femme fatales and commie MacGuffins. Follow Alex here: Instagram Hard Times Where to watch: Be Kind Video (Burbank) Vidéothèque (South Pasadena) Cinefile (Santa Monica) Detour (Blu-ray | YouTube) Pickup on South Street (Blu-ray) Red Rock West (Blu-ray) Other films referenced: Victims of Sin Easy Rider Star Wars National Lampoon's Vacation Casablanca Mulholland Drive Lost Highway Double indemnity The Postman Always Rings Twice (1946) The Killing Kiss Me Deadly Detour (1992) Phantom Lady The Great Jesse James Raid Back to the Future Back to the Future Part II Shock Corridor The Naked Kiss The Crimson Kimono The Baron of Arizona The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers Park Row The Cape Town Affair The Last Seduction Rounders Joy Ride (2001) The Straight Story Blue Velvet Wild at Heart Twin Peaks Ghostbusters Fargo Blood Simple Jerry Maguire Gone in Sixty Seconds (2000) Kill Bill: Vol. 2 Breakdown Blue Chips Pleasantville Spaceballs Kill Me Again

Your quest begins! And what are you looking for? A MacGuffin! It's one of the most prevalent plot devices in movies. Where did it begin? Where did the name come from? How is it used? ...wait, I just made another 3 MacGuffins...Join Jay and Shua as they dig deep into some of the most famous MacGuffins in history on Enjoy Stuff!   You've got to find the secret object before the other characters do! It's important!    News There's a new Weird Al single - Polkamania RIP Bob Newhart  Alien popcorn bucket and Deadpool and Wolverine popcorn bucket A Beetlejuice Beetlejuice full trailer has been released The Rings of Power Season 2 is almost here Kevin Smith Reveals Jay & Silent Bob 3 Title and Story Princess Leia's gold bikini sold for big bucks Be sure to check out lots of news from San Diego Comic Con on Superhero Suite plus a review of Deadpool and Wolverine Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay took a trip to the other side of the world to Tuscany, Italy. It was a relaxing (yet very hot) trip to the old country to enjoy a little relaxing environment. Shua traveled to Anaheim, California and enjoyed Pixar Fest at Disneyland. They both had great vacations but are happy to be home.    Sci-Fi Saturdays This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays we talk about 3 different sci-fi movies that Jay has analyzed. Idiocracy makes some bold (and sometimes accurate) predictions of the future of our country. The Prestige was a bizarre tale of two competing magicians and a Tesla machine. And Children of Men presented a scary dystopia where there are no new babies in the world and how that is really going to screw us up. Educate yourself and check out all of Jay's articles on Sci-Fi Saturdays, only on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. There are some new locations from Deadpool 1 and 2 in preparation for the new movie. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.     Enjoy MacGuffins!  You've probably heard of a MacGuffin, but do you actually know what it is? MacGuffins themselves have been around about as long as stories, but the term originated in the 1920s and was made popular by the master, Alfred Hitchcock himself. While Hitchcock believed that the MacGuffin isn't important to anyone but the characters in the story, George Lucas believes that it can be a very strong emotional connection to the people enjoying the story.    Which MacGuffin philosophy is stronger to you? What's your favorite MacGuffin? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Your mission, if you choose to accept it…” will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com  

Your quest begins! And what are you looking for? A MacGuffin! It's one of the most prevalent plot devices in movies. Where did it begin? Where did the name come from? How is it used? ...wait, I just made another 3 MacGuffins...Join Jay and Shua as they dig deep into some of the most famous MacGuffins in history on Enjoy Stuff!

From briefcases and statues to sledges and Privates, the history of cinema is full of MacGuffins. Join the Sequelisers for this inter-season finale where they define, discuss and even rank some of cinema's greatest MacGuffins. Patreon: www.patreon.com/sequelisers Website: www.sequelisers.com/  Discord: www.sequelisers.com/discord  Music by Daniel Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark and Tom discuss the 2006 action film Mission: Impossible III. Directed by J.J. Abrams and starring Tom Cruise, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Maggie Q and a mysterious Macguffin, the movie focuses on what happens when a super spy learns that it's impossible to live a normal life. In this episode, they also talk about Italian accents, bridge battles, and the excellence of Philip Seymour Hoffman. 

Tom Riddle's Horcruxes serve as important MacGuffins for the last two books of the Harry Potter franchise. Much to do is made about finding and destroying these objects in book 6 and especially book 7. However, a terrifying question exists, were any of them really Horcruxes and how do we know? 

We can fix EVERYTHING with a vaccine, even imaginary MacGuffins like methane melting down the planet. Instant hype and tens of $millions for the company selling the "solution". But there's a far more sinister agenda beneath it all. For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show

In this episode, the Mullets tackle AFI's greatest comedy of all time and discuss bad high school theater, the pain of Marilyn, the definition of MacGuffins (again) and weirdly voiced gangsters.All kinds of awesome, bonus content is available on our Patreon! Rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

Is box-office disappointment DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS destined for the sort of belated appreciation eventually received by the Coen Brothers' sophomore feature, 1987's RAISING ARIZONA? That's up for debate in our discussion of Ethan Coen's latest comedy collaboration, this time with his wife Tricia Cooke, a crime caper in theory that acts more like a sex romp in practice. Nonetheless, we consider how certain Coen crime signatures — ill-considered schemes executed by duos who are the opposite of pros, one of whom is comedically verbose — play out in both films, as well as how the films' respective MacGuffins function as comedic objects. And in Your Next Picture Show we offer an alternate-universe version of this pairing built around the recent French release THE TASTE OF THINGS. Please share your comments, thoughts, and questions about RAISING ARIZONA, DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS,  or anything else in the world of film, by sending an email to comments@nextpictureshow.net, or leaving a short voicemail at (773) 234-9730. Next Pairing: Rose Glass' LOVE LIES BLEEDING and The Wachowskis' BOUND Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we explore the mysterious and enigmatic world of MacGuffins. These elusive plot devices have been used in countless stories to drive the action and motivate characters, yet their true purpose remains a mystery. Join the team as we explore the realm of MacGuffins and discover how they can add depth and intrigue to your tabletop role-playing game. From legendary artifacts to elusive secrets, let's uncover the power of a well-crafted MacGuffin. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra Twitter: @RPGBOTDOTNET Facebook: rpgbotbotdotnet Bluesky:rpgbot.bsky.social Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games Twitter: @GravenAshes YouTube@ashravenmedia Randall James @JackAmateur Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati  

We take issue with CGI young Indiana Jones, this movie has one too many MacGuffins, and we touch on the time travel sphincter as we review The Dial of Destiny! Hollywood Reporter Interview about VFX Watch this on YouTube! Listen to our bonus episodes on Patreon! Follow Us On: MOTS Instagram MOTS on TikTok MOTS Twitter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Finally, we have reached Rick Riordan's greatest writing: his scathing emails to the production team behind the film version of The Lightning Thief. First, Melissa joins to cover the movie's history and reception. Then, Meghan hops aboard to dissect the emails themselves. Topics include: Benjamin Sniddlegrass, Christmas With the Franks, Twilight, Cheaper by the Baker's Dozen, “Read another book,” The Last of Us, Taylor Swift, Pride & Prejudice, The Hunger Games, sus recommendations, spaced out ellipses, #PettinessWins, Twilight, Megan Thee Email, Eragon, The Hunger Games, spit take, The Riordan Cut, Oxford commas, Macguffins, Beetleborgs, and more!   Watch the Sea of Monsters stream: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon TNO Merch: www.thenewestolympian.com/merch   — Find The Newest Olympian Online — • Website: www.thenewestolympian.com • Patreon: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon • Twitter: www.twitter.com/newestolympian • Instagram: www.instagram.com/newestolympian • Facebook: www.facebook.com/newestolympian • Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/thenewestolympian • Merch: www.thenewestolympian.com/merch   — Production — • Creator, Host, Producer, Social Media, Web Design: Mike Schubert • Editor: Sherry Guo • Music: Bettina Campomanes and Brandon Grugle • Art: Jessica E. Boyd   — About The Show — Is Percy Jackson the book series we should've been reading all along? Join Mike Schubert as he reads through the books for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over Greek mythology. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts!

We are back with another Romance in Action with a mission in praise of fluff. Ghosted matches up Chris Evans and Ana de Armas again in a spy/not a spy action adventure. We don’t recommend it as a stalkering road map for finding love IRL, but it is full of chases, OTT villains, and a plot that takes us across the globe. If you want a fun escape with pretty people in nice clothes chasing MacGuffins, this movie is about as deep as you need it to be. Annette Wierstra with Deborah Stanish.

A storytelling trope that spans into any genre, is the MacGuffin - the object of importance that sits at the center of the story. The heroes and villains both seek it, and control of it means victory! This week, Sara & Rob look at interesting ways to use MacGuffins in our stories! Listen to us live, every Wednesday night at 7pm EST, at http://www.mixlr.com/storyteller-conclave. Listen to us on your favorite device! Or Amazon Audible Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave) Support the show by joining our Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/StorytellerConclave Please join us on Discord, to submit questions for the show, chat with Rob, Sara, and other Storytellers, and read over the detailed show-notes for more information and links to stuff we may not have been able to detail during the show! Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG Or find our older episodes at Https://Storytellerconclave.com

Even more than Ukraine, Israel is rapidly becoming a flashpoint for World War with conflicts and commitments escalating. So, what do we do? (2:49)The socialist Economy Minster is presiding over 138% official inflation rate. How did this economic dunce go from 3rd to 1st place in Argentina's election yesterday? (29:09)House committee has the receipts on the bagman for Biden family corruption — Joe's brother. Now what? (45:40)After Jim Jordan leaves, 9 candidates for House Speaker — here's 2 of them and key issues they support (1:08:00)Is RFK Jr a threat to Biden or Trump? Is it 4D chess? Can he get on the ballot? (1:15:50)"What we learned from the Covid or was it climate crisis" - Trudeau and Hitchcock explain the MacGuffins (1:28:11)EV insurance costs are soaring because batteries must be replaced after minor accidents. It may result in them becoming uninsurable as some companies are already dropping insurance. (1:34:04)The Senate "CARS Act" has all Republicans plus Joe Manchin pushing against EPA's regulatory agenda to ban private cars (1:40:38)New demand from green billionaires — build the infrastructure TO my solar/wind farm at MASSIVE taxpayer expense (1:52:27)Eminent Domain Green Grift "CO2 pipeline" — One Pipeline Dead, Another Still Alive Adding theft to insanity. And Republicans & Democrats are equally to blame (2:03:48)Washington Post wants us to feel sorry for public health bureaucrats who may lose their jobs — after their arrogant tyranny. They are NOT the victims here. One local GOP council is FINALLY doing the right thing (2:21:12)Medical Martial Law Refugee — escaped to Brazilian jungle. What he does to live free and self-sufficient off the grid (2:27:24)Andrew Bridgen on EXCESS DEATHS — Parliament doesn't care…BBC does a stealth debate while he delivers speech (2:29:57)Another school invasion, no guns, but parents & children afraid to return. John Oliver can't believe that homeschooling is allowed to exist! Who vets parents? (2:49:29)Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHT

Even more than Ukraine, Israel is rapidly becoming a flashpoint for World War with conflicts and commitments escalating. So, what do we do? (2:49)The socialist Economy Minster is presiding over 138% official inflation rate. How did this economic dunce go from 3rd to 1st place in Argentina's election yesterday? (29:09)House committee has the receipts on the bagman for Biden family corruption — Joe's brother. Now what? (45:40)After Jim Jordan leaves, 9 candidates for House Speaker — here's 2 of them and key issues they support (1:08:00)Is RFK Jr a threat to Biden or Trump? Is it 4D chess? Can he get on the ballot? (1:15:50)"What we learned from the Covid or was it climate crisis" - Trudeau and Hitchcock explain the MacGuffins (1:28:11)EV insurance costs are soaring because batteries must be replaced after minor accidents. It may result in them becoming uninsurable as some companies are already dropping insurance. (1:34:04)The Senate "CARS Act" has all Republicans plus Joe Manchin pushing against EPA's regulatory agenda to ban private cars (1:40:38)New demand from green billionaires — build the infrastructure TO my solar/wind farm at MASSIVE taxpayer expense (1:52:27)Eminent Domain Green Grift "CO2 pipeline" — One Pipeline Dead, Another Still Alive Adding theft to insanity. And Republicans & Democrats are equally to blame (2:03:48)Washington Post wants us to feel sorry for public health bureaucrats who may lose their jobs — after their arrogant tyranny. They are NOT the victims here. One local GOP council is FINALLY doing the right thing (2:21:12)Medical Martial Law Refugee — escaped to Brazilian jungle. What he does to live free and self-sufficient off the grid (2:27:24)Andrew Bridgen on EXCESS DEATHS — Parliament doesn't care…BBC does a stealth debate while he delivers speech (2:29:57)Another school invasion, no guns, but parents & children afraid to return. John Oliver can't believe that homeschooling is allowed to exist! Who vets parents? (2:49:29)Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHT

In filmmaking, surprise endings and quests for mysterious objects can derail your movie entirely if not handled well. Today, we take on the best (and worst) plot twists and MacGuffins in cinematic history. We're talkin' final reveals in Psycho and The Sixth Sense, Marcellus Wallace's briefcase in Pulp Fiction, the "one ring to rule them all," and many more. We also discuss the careers of such directors as Alfred Hitchcock, M. Night Shyamalan, and David Fincher, and whether or not being known for plot twists and MacGuffins is a good thing. 

OUTLINE of today's show with TIMECODES Even mainstream media and the Pentagon are admitting jumps in death coinciding with vaccine roll-out, so WHY did we have questions about UFOs in the GOP debate and WHY did Tucker not ask Trump anything about the jabs, lockdowns, etc?WINNING:Pushback from Americans gets Kaiser Permanente & a Hollywood studio to back off mask mandates.NINE COUNTIES in FLORIDA ban the TrumpShot and push DeSantis and county sheriffs to do the sameAll but one council in London refusing to put up Sadiq Khan's ULEZ signsScientists take on the lies of authorities about "climate change" and oppose with REAL scienceBUT…Biden moves to ban ceiling fans now and restrict water usage for dishwashers Why AI bubble stock market bubble has peaked and Chat programs are getting dumber — but STILL a dangerous threat to our privacy and liberty Washington Post comes after homeschool and parental rights leader — and FAILSOur guest today, J. Warner Wallace, a longtime detective working on old cases where witnesses and even original investigators were no longer around, looks at the Bible from the perspective of a cold-case detective in his book "Cold-Case Christianity". The perspective is sorely needed even in secular subjects as our society has lost its way, out of touch with all objective truth and critical thinking. ColdCaseChristianityBook.com Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money is only what YOU hold: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHT

OUTLINE of today's show with TIMECODES Even mainstream media and the Pentagon are admitting jumps in death coinciding with vaccine roll-out, so WHY did we have questions about UFOs in the GOP debate and WHY did Tucker not ask Trump anything about the jabs, lockdowns, etc?WINNING:Pushback from Americans gets Kaiser Permanente & a Hollywood studio to back off mask mandates.NINE COUNTIES in FLORIDA ban the TrumpShot and push DeSantis and county sheriffs to do the sameAll but one council in London refusing to put up Sadiq Khan's ULEZ signsScientists take on the lies of authorities about "climate change" and oppose with REAL scienceBUT…Biden moves to ban ceiling fans now and restrict water usage for dishwashersWhy AI bubble stock market bubble has peaked and Chat programs are getting dumber — but STILL a dangerous threat to our privacy and liberty Washington Post comes after homeschool and parental rights leader — and FAILSOur guest today, J. Warner Wallace, a longtime detective working on old cases where witnesses and even original investigators were no longer around, looks at the Bible from the perspective of a cold-case detective in his book "Cold-Case Christianity". The perspective is sorely needed even in secular subjects as our society has lost its way, out of touch with all objective truth and critical thinking. ColdCaseChristianityBook.com Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money is only what YOU hold: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHT

We're back for issue #2 of the epic, G.I. Joe and Transformers crossover from 1987! MacGuffins are used! Characterizations are tossed! It's a wild scene this month but I'm here for it!   I'm also here for the Movies and a Meal Podcast! You should be too, check them out!

Mark, Lawrence, Sarahlyn, and Al talk about the blockbuster archaeological adventure films created in 1981 by George Lucas and Stephen Spielberg that we grew up with and which have now been revived and apparently concluded twice, currently via James Mangold's Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. For more, visit prettymuchpop.com. Hear bonus content at patreon.com/prettymuchpop or by subscribing via Apple Podcasts to the Mark Lintertainment Channel. Sponsors: Get 50% off and free shipping at GreenChef.com/pmp50 (code pmp 50). Check out the Skeptoid podcast at skeptoid.com.

This week, Dave, Neil, and Joanna debate the most iconic MacGuffin in cinema history! They start by talking about what a MacGuffin is and breaking down the ‘Indiana Jones' movies and their use of MacGuffins (3:55). Then, they go through pretrial dismissals and give out some awards (27:17) before finally revealing their picks for the most iconic MacGuffin in cinema history (44:14)! They also read some listener submissions and choose one to add to the final poll (59:19). Now it's up to you to decide! What's the most iconic MacGuffin in cinema history? You can vote for the winner at TheRinger.com, on The Ringer's Twitter feed, and in the Spotify app, where you'll find ‘Trial by Content.' The winner will be announced next week! You can send your picks for next week's topic and a few sentences to support your pick to TrialByContent@gmail.com. You can also submit suggestions for future ‘Trial by Content' topics. Is there a great pop culture debate that you'd like us to settle? Send it on over! Hosts: Dave Gonzales, Joanna Robinson, and Neil Miller Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal Theme song and other music credits: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OUTLINE of today's show with TIMECODESWhat is the pandora virus? How does it combine the two MacGuffins of pandemic and climate?2:17Are we moving to the Artilect War? San Francisco begins the move to robo-cops authorized for lethal force9:44Biden is upsizing the IRS. The increase in tax agents will be greater than the entire British army. What does that tell you about who they're going to war against?20:21Black Friday is NOTHING like they predicted26:39What shopping circumstances looked like from city to city on Christmas Eve.30:22Even as the World Government Summit openly discusses how to implement World Governance, YouTube puts a disclaimer on their video saying its just a conspiracy THEORY32:43Kanye West storms out of interview because interviewer won't say who "THEY" are.35:39The remnants of main street, middle class service businesses that Trump declared "non-essential" are now going under as the stimulus bill and Biden-flation hit44:19Kevin Sorbo talks about the powerful animated film, "The Procedure", for which he did the voice over53:18What if instead of focusing on politicians and focusing on political parties, we focused our money and our effort on issues?56:49Eric Peters, EPautos.com, joins. Cities are being condoned off into allowed travel zones as the noose tightens on mobility1:00:25Sadiq Khan wants Singapore-style toll roads.1:07:18How the green agenda has changed from fighting pollution to controlling people's lives.1:11:37What's going on in the world of taxes and tolls.1:15:14Tesla has a test run of the EV Semi. What's going to happen to the grid if we ban all diesel trucks?1:29:02Looking back at the good old days of GM, a company that is abandoning cars while waxing nostalgic1:33:04Eric's take on the Toyota Tacoma?1:42:44Silly sound effects being added to EV's. Dodge did it first with the electric HellCat, now Fiat in Europe is doing it with the Abarth1:47:22Eric's review of the Honda Ridgeline?1:54:41The artist behind Balenciaga ads has a history of disturbing, occult, violent ads2:00:45Father of child in Balenciaga ad campaign speaks out2:07:08Disney jokes about loving Satan as women is murdered in a Satanic ritual in Texas. 2:07:17American entertainment is pushing cannibalism, pedophilia, incest.2:15:11California pedophiles are getting less than a year of prison time despite the sentencing guidelines.2:17:52A play portrays pedophiles as sympathetic victims, and the victim as a Weiner.2:25:46The playwright wants us to sympathize with the child molester and see the victim as indulging in self-pity.2:28:50Sam, the cross-dressing SM bureaucrat Biden put in charge of nuclear waste, is now accused of felony luggage theft (a women's luggage) at Minneapolis St. Paul airport.2:31:33This is a new heresy for our age — Jesus as man/woman2:38:31Pharmakeia keeps coming after children at younger and younger ages. The plan to vaccinate unborn children for RSV2:42:46Pfizer CEO found to have given out false information about his vaccine, the same guy who wanted misinformation to be treated as criminal. What about his malicious disinformation?2:53:14Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughZelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at:  $davidknightshowBTC to:  bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Mail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Money is only what YOU hold: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silver

OUTLINE of today's show with TIMECODES World War 2 B-17 Flying Fortress bomber and a P-63 fighter collide at classic air show in Dallas.2:05The crash of FTX, a tale of influence peddling, regulatory capture, and allegations of money laundering involving Biden and other high profile Democrats, Ukraine and WEF Davos5:25FTX pushed FOMO to rope investors into what Bankman-Fried admitted 7:36Mega-donor for Democrats but with a purpose — influencing politicians involved in crypto regulation and gaining influence with CFTC8:59Bankman-Fried interview excerpt: ironically pushing audits and accountability.20:00SBF's family connections to Biden, Obama, WEF — and Ukraine!26:08Zelensky and George W. Bush to give joint war presentation — and throw in Taiwan's leader as well.43:46Rodeo culture wars in LA. Rodeo association isn't going to cede ground to crazies without a fight.51:31Man who's case was the real life inspiration for Spielberg's film "The Terminal" dies at Paris airport. What does his life tell us about globalist lockdown schemes?1:07:50"Counting Arizona", a comedy beyond belief, beyond even "Raising Arizona"1:18:50Macron calls for online age verification to "protect kids". Yet another pretense for control1:22:38Vatican chief auditor says he was rated and forced out for digging too deep, now facing trial.1:26:37Correction to the response I gave on Friday to listener who asked about job requiring older vaccines1:32:50Spanish corporation with Soros ties not only given control over counting votes, but also copyrights the election report!1:37:00God's midterm results — false prophets exposed. Will the MAGA cult finally reject false prophets and camp followers of Trump & Mastriano or will the blasphemy & grifting continue?1:49:10What's going on in schools.1:48:33Clay Clark, "Great Awakening Tour", and the the marriage of prosperity gospel with politics. The "Seven Mountains Mandate" and Flynn's occultic prayers to "ascended masters"2:00:53The hypocrisy of the COP 27 climate change summit.2:20:01Surprise? Lobbyists from the FOSSIL FUEL INDUSTRY are the second largest delegation to the UN's climate change conference.2:22:59Urban planners realize temperature readings are higher in cities. Yet rather than questioning how this affects their global "warming" narrative, they use it to push their agenda to get rid of roads and cars2:35:26Michael Mann's “Hockey Shtick” exposed as a a con based on flushing inconvenient truths down the memory-hole2:40:40What pandemic & climate MacGuffins have in common: What do you do with viruses? Get rid of them! GAIA theory says HUMANS are the virus2:48:56Why are we seeing a 36% increase in deaths between the ages of 18 to 34?2:55:17Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughZelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at:  $davidknightshowBTC to:  bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Mail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Money is only what YOU hold: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silver

It's time for our quarterly listener question extravaganza! I answer your questions about the words "ripe," "lede," "prevent," "awesome," and "fulsome" and share some knowledge about MacGuffins and the drink known as a daisy.Transcript:  https://grammar-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/ripe-lede-prevent-awesome-fulsome-macguffin-daisy| Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.| Watch my LinkedIn Learning writing course.| Peeve Wars card game. | Grammar Girl books. | HOST: Mignon Fogarty| VOICEMAIL: 833-214-GIRL (833-214-4475)| Grammar Girl is part of the Quick and Dirty Tips podcast network.| Theme music by Catherine Rannus at beautifulmusic.co.uk.| Grammar Girl Social Media Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.tiktok.com/@therealgrammargirlhttp://twitter.com/grammargirlhttp://facebook.com/grammargirlhttp://instagram.com/thegrammargirlhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/grammar-girl