Podcasts about moral ambiguity

In this episode, Antonia Senior dives deep into Paul Vidich's gripping spy novel The Poet's Game. We unpack the central theme of trust in espionage, the moral ambiguity faced by CIA agents, and how contemporary political tensions shape the narrative. We also explore how Vidich portrays psychological depth, ideological conflict, and the literary influences that define modern spy fiction. Topics Discussed: Trust and betrayal between handlers and assets The CIA director's discovery of compromising material on the president How politics and ideology shape spy operations Psychological depth of characters like Alex Matthews The renaissance of spy fiction in today's world Perfect for fans of: John le Carré • Charles Cummings David McCloskey • Political thrillers • CIA novels 00:00 – Introduction to *The Poet's Game* 04:00 – Trust and Relationships in Espionage 06:42 – The Complexity of Intelligence Work 10:00 – Moral Ambiguity in Spy Fiction 12:33 – Contemporary Setting and Political Context 15:33 – Character Development and Psychological Depth 18:04 – The Role of Ideology in Espionage 20:57 – The Poet's Network and Literary Influences 24:06 – The Future of Alex Matthews 26:32 – The Renaissance of Spy Fiction 29:38 – Influences and Responsibilities of Spy Novelists Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blayne Smith is a former Special Forces soldier that started his career off as an Armor Officer after graduating from West Point. Blayne deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan before leaving the service and writing Perseverance Is Greater than Endurance.Support the showhttps://patreon.com/formeractionguyshttps://jcramergraphics.comhttps://ANGLICOshop.comBlayne's linksCompany: https://www.appliedleadershippartners.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Perseverance-Endurance-Resilience-Adversity-Together/dp/163774627X00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad00:00:30 Journey to West Point00:06:08 The History and Heritage of West Point00:11:59 Transitioning to the Army and Armor Branch00:14:47 Pre-9/11 Military Training and Mindset00:20:56 Iraq Combat Ops and Recon Missions00:35:27 Surveillance and EOD Escort Missions00:42:32 Combined Arms00:46:54 Special Forces Selection Process00:52:50 Moral Ambiguity in Special Operations00:59:15 Insights from the Qualification Course01:10:23 Building Team Cohesion | Team Dynamics and Training01:14:48 Deployment Decisions and Responsibilities01:19:09 Mission Objectives and Local Forces01:24:53 Engagements and Tactical Challenges01:32:22 Ambush Experiences and Lessons Learned01:38:18 Leadership Under Pressure01:43:09 Reflections on Loss and Moving Forward

In this episode, we continue following the latest chapters of Andor Season 2, focusing on character development, moral complexities, and the intricate relationships between characters like Syril, Dedra, and Saw Gerrera. We get into the themes of rebellion, sacrifice, and the personal struggles faced by the characters, particularly Bix's descent into addiction and the implications of their choices in the broader context of the rebellion, Cassian's journey, the Empire's manipulative strategies, and Luthen's duality.  

Welcome to episode #979 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Dr. Kurt Gray is a social psychologist whose work couldn't be more relevant to our times. As a professor at UNC Chapel Hill, director of the Deepest Beliefs Lab and the Center for the Science of Moral Understanding, and the author of the new book Outraged - Why We Fight About Morality and Politics and How to Find Common Ground, he's helping reshape how we understand conflict in a divided world. In this conversation, Kurt unpacked why it's not that we're wired differently across political lines - it's that we perceive harm differently. He introduces ideas like the “exhausted majority,” the dangers of elite-driven outrage, and the evolutionary roots of our hypersensitivity to perceived threats. We also explore the surprising role of personal narratives in reducing division, the generational shift in how people approach morality, and how resilience - not avoidance - is what we really need when engaging across differences. His work dismantles the myth that we're hopelessly divided and instead offers a path forward - one grounded in empathy, humility, and the science of human connection. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the volume of moral outrage around you, this episode just might restore a little hope. Enjoy the conversation... Running time: 55:13. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. Check out ThinkersOne. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on X. Here is my conversation with Dr. Kurt Gray. Outraged - Why We Fight About Morality and Politics and How to Find Common Ground. Deepest Beliefs Lab. Center for the Science of Moral Understanding. UNC Chapel Hill Follow Kurt on X. Follow Kurt on LinkedIn. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction to Outrage and Its Relevance. (03:07) - Understanding Political Outrage and Connection. (05:55) - The Role of Elites in Political Discourse. (09:14) - The Exhausted Majority and Misconceptions. (12:05) - Moral Perception and Human Nature. (15:04) - The Evolution of Morality and Fear. (18:08) - Tribalism and Moral Progress. (21:01) - The Impact of Words and Microaggressions. (24:03) - Generational Perspectives on Discourse. (28:18) - Understanding Generational Perspectives on Misinformation. (30:02) - The Challenge of Political Centrism. (31:58) - Navigating Independent Ideologies. (33:53) - The Impact of Technological Change on Society. (35:40) - The Role of Personal Stories in Bridging Divides. (39:34) - The Power of Personal Experiences in Conversations. (42:19) - The Competing Narratives of Victimhood. (46:51) - Moral Ambiguity in Victimhood and Survival. (49:18) - The Momentum of Change and Hope. (55:27) - Building Resilience in Difficult Conversations.

In this discussion, the group delves into the complexities of the Malazan series, particularly focusing on 'Deadhouse Gates'. They explore character motivations, the impact of death, the enigmatic nature of the Nameless Ones, and the emotional weight of battles and refugees. The conversation highlights the importance of character connections and the challenges of navigating a vast fantasy world. The conversation delves into the complexities of survival, leadership, and moral ambiguity within the Malazan Empire. It explores the lack of diverse perspectives among rebels, the dynamics of character relationships, and the implications of leadership choices. The discussion also touches on the nature of rebellion, accountability in crises, and the intricate world-building that defines the series. In this segment, the conversation delves into the connections between various characters and themes, particularly focusing on the Antlered Throne, the tragic deaths of Colt and Bowden, and the complex character development of Felisin. The group reflects on the emotional impact of these events and the intricate plot twists that define the narrative. In this final part of the conversation, the group delves into the themes of trust, relationships, loyalty, and the nature of power within the Malazan universe. They explore the complexities of character motivations, the implications of debt and sacrifice, and reflect on poignant quotes that encapsulate the series' deeper meanings. The discussion highlights the intricate web of connections and moral dilemmas faced by the characters, culminating in a rich exploration of the narrative's philosophical underpinnings.Send us a messageSupport the showFilm Chewing Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2235582/followLens Chewing on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lenschewingSpeculative Speculations: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/speculative-speculationsSupport the podcast: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/7EQ7XWFUP6K9EJoin Riverside.fm: https://riverside.fm/?via=steve-l

And Another Thing With Dave, by Dave Smith #AATWD In This Episode:  trigger warning Guest: Cunty Mc Shitballs This podcast excerpt centers around a recent shooting incident involving a CEO and branches into discussions of corporate greed, hypocrisy within organized religion, censorship, and the importance of allowing diverse perspectives. Here's a breakdown: Initial Discussion of a Shooting Incident: The episode begins with a discussion of a recent shooting of a CEO. The hosts debate whether the event is a sign of societal breakdown ("lizard brain" taking over) or a potential catalyst for change, referencing the Batman narrative as a metaphor for societal upheaval. Critique of Online Hate and Misinformation: The host shares a personal experience of receiving a hateful and contextless online message, leading to a discussion about the prevalence of online negativity and the misuse of terms like "Zionist." Moral Ambiguity of Violence: The conversation explores the moral complexities surrounding the shooting. While acknowledging that promoting violence is wrong, the hosts also discuss the hypocrisy of those who condemn this specific act while supporting other forms of killing, such as the death penalty or actions taken by the government. Critique of For-Profit Healthcare: The discussion shifts to a critique of for-profit healthcare, arguing that it incentivizes denying care for financial gain, which the hosts equate to a form of "murder." They advocate for healthcare, housing, and food as human rights. Hypocrisy Within Organized Religion: The hosts discuss hypocrisy within organized religion, particularly within some churches that have become more like exclusive clubs than places of genuine spiritual connection. The Importance of Uncensored Information: The conversation emphasizes the importance of access to diverse perspectives and uncensored information. The hosts argue that forcing a single narrative prevents people from forming their own informed opinions and understanding the "objective truth." They give an example of a recent event where they believe information is being suppressed. Distrust of Established Narratives: The hosts express distrust of established narratives and suggest that there are always multiple sides to every story. They advocate for critical thinking and the ability to access all available information before forming conclusions. In short, the episode uses a recent shooting incident as a springboard to discuss broader societal issues, including corporate greed, hypocrisy, censorship, and the importance of open dialogue and critical thinking. The hosts express skepticism towards established narratives and advocate for the free flow of information. Thank you for tuning in! If you are digging what I am doing, and picking up what I'm putting down, please follow, subscribe, and share the podcast on social media and with friends. Reviews are greatly appreciated. You can leave a review on Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Follow me and find More of My Content with link below https://linktr.ee/andanotherthingwithdave #aatwd #andanotherthing #davesmith #podcast #conspiracies #truther #politics #uspolitics #truthseeker #andanotherthgingwithdave #USA #usa #Australia #australia #Ireland #ireland #India #india #Germany #germany #uk #UK #United Kingdom #united kingdom #Canada #canada #AndAnotherThingPodcast #Podcast #Podcasting #PodcastLife #PodcastCommunity #CorporateGreed #CorporateAccountability #Capitalism #ForProfitHealthcare #EconomicJustice #Violence #SocialIssues #CurrentEvents #SocialCommentary#Crime #Justice #Censorship #FreeSpeech #FreedomOfSpeech #InformationControl #MediaBias #Religion #Hypocrisy #OrganizedReligion #ReligiousHypocrisy #Discussion #Debate #Conversation #Opinions #CriticalThinking #ThinkForYourself #QuestionEverything

Tom Bilyeu accompanied by his co-host Producer Drew, dives deep into the intricate world of modern geopolitics, media narratives, and personal growth. In the first part, Tom and Drew tackle the whirlwind of events surrounding Trump's comments on Ukraine and Russia, dissect the media's role in shaping political landscapes, and explore the implications of Trump's rhetoric about dictatorship and peace negotiations. They further delve into Trump's recently signed executive orders, unravel the economic and political calculations behind them, and discuss the potential impact of RFK's fresh transparency policies in the health sector. This episode promises to not only inform but challenge your perspectives on the dynamics of power, health, and governance. Sit tight for a journey through some of the most pressing issues of our time. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Trump's Negotiation Strategy with Putin 06:18 Trump, Putin, Zelensky Power Struggle 11:59 Zelensky-Putin Dialogue Absence Analyzed 18:58 Peace Through Leverage and Threats 21:59 Onshoring U.S. Manufacturing Takes Time 30:51 Reviving America's Pioneer Spirit 35:45 "Accountability and Warrior Ethos" 42:53 Empire Collapse: Financial Overreach 45:07 Supply Chain Dependency Weakens West 51:14 Non-Doctor HHS Optimism Highlights 58:18 "Human Nature and Moral Ambiguity" 01:02:11 "Optimal Conversation Setup Tips" CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Range Rover: Range Rover: Explore the Range Rover Sport at  https://landroverUSA.com Audible: Sign up for a free 30 day trial at https://audible.com/IMPACTTHEORY  Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out iTrust Capital: Use code IMPACT when you sign up and fund your account to get a $100 bonus at https://www.itrustcapital.com/tombilyeu  Tax Network USA: Stop looking over your shoulder and put your IRS troubles behind you. Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit https://tnusa.com/impact  ButcherBox: Choose either grass-fed ground beef, top sirloin or organic chicken breast to get free in every box for an entire year. Plus, get an extra $20 off your first box when you use code IMPACT at  https://butcherbox.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu ********************************************************************** Looking for more inspiration? Check out The best Serial Entrepreneur podcasts from thousands of podcasts on the web and ranked by relevancy, authority, social media followers & freshness ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Death Parade' is an exploration of the moral ambiguity that comes with attempting to judge human life after death. Ionatan and Ravi dive deep into the series, discussing the short film that it's based on as well as how it attempts to balance an episodic format containing various independent narratives, lore and worldbuilding, and fulfilling character arcs for its protagonists.

Join Mark and Caleb and as they enjoy a themed drink (or two) and bring their high-octane progressive Christian perspectives in consideration of a spin-off sequel to 2022's film "The Batman," Max's "The Penguin."   Be prepared for a full on, geeked out discussion leaning heavily towards theological and political matters. Pour a drink and tune in for a fun (and thoughtful) time.

The radio show dives into a captivating narrative set against a backdrop of darkness and desperation, led by a haunting host who welcomes listeners into a world rich with suspense and intrigue. The central tale begins with Joe Harris, a young man trapped in the monotony of his life in Kansas City. Dressed in a cheap suit and determined to escape the biting cold of winter, Joe opts for an unconventional means of travel—hitching a ride in a freight car to California, where he believes life may hold more promise.However, once aboard the train, Joe discovers that he is not alone. In the dim confines of the boxcar, he encounters a man who eerily resembles him, initiating a tense and fateful confrontation. As the two men grapple in a struggle for survival, Joe is forced to kill his double in self-defense, sparking a panic that leads him to alter his identity by switching draft cards with the deceased. The realization that he has committed murder sets the tone for Joe's spiraling descent into a world of crime and deceit as he grapples with the weight of his actions.After escaping the scene, Joe finds himself stepping off the train in a small town called Wisey, Oklahoma—a place he learns is tied to his victim. As Joe navigates his way through this unfamiliar territory, he soon crosses paths with Bliss, a character who holds information about Joe's past and has a sinister proposition: to eliminate an old uncle in exchange for money. Joe, now trapped in a cycle of fear and deception, reluctantly agrees to Bliss's plan, unwilling to reveal his true identity for fear of being caught for his previous crime.The tension escalates as Joe grapples with moral dilemmas in his newfound precarious situation. Under pressure, he is drawn into a deadly plot involving the uncle, Old Man Carew. As he prepares to commit murder for Bliss, Joe's internal conflict reaches its peak, culminating in a shocking act of violence. However, Joe's actions lead him into further entrapment, as he unwittingly becomes embroiled in a scheme designed to frame him for the very crimes he hoped to escape.The narrative unfolds with gripping suspense as Joe navigates the consequences of his decisions, ultimately culminating in a chilling realization that he cannot outrun his past. As the police begin their investigation into the unfolding events, Joe's story takes a tragic turn, leading to a fateful encounter with the dead body of Martin Pell—the very aspect of his own self he had sought to leave behind.The show underscores themes of identity, moral ambiguity, and the inescapable nature of one's actions through Joe's harrowing experience. The closing remarks by the host echo the somber fate of Joe Harris, leaving listeners with a haunting reminder of the shadows that linger when one tries to evade their true self. Ultimately, the show captures the essence of classic horror storytelling, weaving a tale that lingers long after the final line is delivered, leaving the audience to ponder the chilling connections that bind them to the characters' dark destinies.

This conversation delves into the themes of Brett Easton Ellis's 'American Psycho', exploring its satirical horror elements, the critique of materialism and consumerism, and the psychological depth of its characters. The hosts discuss their differing opinions on the narrative style, the portrayal of wealth and privilege, and the implications of misogyny within the story. They also reflect on the ambiguity of reality versus imagination in the book, ultimately concluding with thoughts on the societal reflections presented in the narrative. In this conversation, Jarrod and Steve delve into the complexities of character development, particularly focusing on the protagonist's inner conflict and moral ambiguity. They explore the societal implications of wealth and detachment, drawing parallels to real-world figures and events. The discussion also touches on personal reactions to the disturbing nature of the book, the narrative's use of musical essays, and concludes with reflections on the overall reading experience and ratings.Send us a messageSupport the showFilm Chewing Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2235582/followLens Chewing on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lenschewingOn VERO: https://vero.co/lenschewingSpeculative Speculations: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/speculative-speculationsSupport the podcast: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/7EQ7XWFUP6K9EJoin Riverside.fm: https://riverside.fm/?via=steve-l

Meet your horror hosts in the hallway, it's urgent. We're kicking off Noirvember with a neo-noir whodunnit horror. Instagram Bluesky Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Brick and Neo-Noir 05:59 Moral Ambiguity in Characters 12:04 Loss of Innocence in High School 18:02 Character Analysis and Fan Theories 21:10 Ownership and Control in Relationships 22:00 The Femme Fatale Archetype 23:05 Power Dynamics and Character Relationships 23:58 The Kingpin and the Neo-Noir Aesthetic 25:04 Morally Gray Characters and Their Motivations 25:54 Character Analysis: Tug and Laura 26:52 The Role of Wealth and Manipulation 28:03 The Complexity of Relationships 29:00 The Mystery Unfolds 29:50 Suburban Dynamics and Social Commentary 30:58 The Absence of Adult Figures 31:48 Comparisons to Real-Life Cases 33:04 The Impact of Socioeconomic Status 33:54 Nostalgia for Early 2000s Dynamics 34:58 Classic Noir Elements in Confrontations 36:00 The Use of Payphones and Communication 37:01 The Escalation of Tension 37:56 Climactic Revelations and Shocking Moments 42:40 Iconic Chase Scene Analysis 44:19 Sound Design and Its Impact 46:11 Plot Complexity and Character Dynamics 49:01 Symbolism and Foreshadowing 52:14 Rian Johnson's Directorial Style 55:27 Masterclass vs. Masterpiece 58:12 Final Thoughts and Ratings Keywords Brick, neo-noir, horror, Rian Johnson, isolation, alienation, moral ambiguity, loyalty, betrayal, loss of innocence, character analysis, relationships, femme fatale, power dynamics, neo-noir, morally gray characters, manipulation, suburban dynamics, mystery, socioeconomic status, early 2000s, Brick, Rian Johnson, neo-noir, film analysis, sound design, character dynamics, symbolism, plot complexity, movie review, teenage drama --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bloody-broads/support

In this hilarious and thought-provoking episode, features guest comedian Tika G, who shares her insights and personal anecdotes that lead to hearty laughs and relatable moments. Join us for an entertaining ride filled with comedic gems and unexpected twists, reminding us that life is often more entertaining when we can laugh at ourselves.Dating Strategies & "Badges": The hosts playfully discuss dating strategies, using video game analogies ("badges") to represent skills and accomplishments in attracting partners. They suggest a tiered approach, starting with easier targets to build confidence and skills before pursuing more desirable partners.Libra Season and Social Dynamics: Tone talks about experiences interacting with Libras during Libra Season, highlighting both positive and negative aspects of their personalities and social interactions.The Power of Social Media and Marketing: Tika G talks about using dating profiles as a marketing tool for her comedy shows, emphasizing the importance of eye-catching profile pictures and leveraging social media for promotion.The Dangers of Drug-Facilitated Assault: Stemming from the recent Allegations of acting of Sean Combs, they return to the topic of drug use, focusing on the dangers of being unknowingly drugged, particularly through seemingly innocuous means like massage oils. They discuss the importance of staying aware of one's surroundings and trusting one's intuition.Moral Ambiguity of "Ghetto Heroes": The Crew debates the complexities of idolizing figures like Big Meech, acknowledging their cultural impact while condemning their criminal activities. They discuss the double standard of celebrating criminal figures in certain contexts (e.g., the mafia) while condemning others.Workplace Conflict and Resolution: The hosts brainstorm creative solutions for resolving workplace conflicts, proposing a structured "power slap" system for settling disputes and improving workplace morale. They develop a detailed, humorous system for reporting grievances and managing the "fights."Halloween Costumes and Cultural Appropriation: The Crew discusses the trends in Halloween costumes and criticizes the often simplistic or culturally insensitive choices made by some people. They emphasize the importance of thoughtful and respectful costume choices, particularly those relating to specific cultural groups.Extreme Sports and Risk-Taking: The Crew analyzes videos of extreme sports, highlighting the inherent risks and the seemingly arbitrary nature of what constitutes acceptable or excessive risk-taking. They discuss the motivations behind such activities.Music and Cultural Influences: The hosts engage in a lively discussion about music, sampling in hip-hop, and the influence of different genres and artists. They highlight the importance and impact of Kool & The Gang and James Brown on music.Superhero Battle Scenarios: The hosts continue their playful debate about fictional superhero battles, this time pitting Team Gotham (Batman and his allies) against Team New York (Daredevil and his allies). They analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each team, considering prep time and individual powers.Heaven is a Call Center: They return to the imaginative scenario of “Heaven is a Call Center”, where prayers are answered based on a system of collective prayer requests and the perceived "worthiness" of the request or, based on recent performance.

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On this week's show, we... nerd out over my all-time favorite TV show, Homicide: Life on the Street, as its finally avaiable to stream. spin copious amounts of music that was featured on the show. spend quality time with the farewell record from X and Orville Peck's new all-duets record. All this and much, much less!Debts No Honest Man Can Pay started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: The moral ambiguity of fishing on wild aquatic animal populations, published by MichaelStJules on May 7, 2024 on The Effective Altruism Forum. Summary The net welfare effects of fishing, changes to fishing pressure and demand for wild-caught aquatic animals on wild aquatic animals seem highly morally ambiguous, in large part because there are 1. tradeoffs between species due to predation, e.g. larger (respectively smaller) populations and life expectancies for one species results in smaller (respectively larger) populations and life expectancies for their prey and competitors, and this cascades down the food chain, 2. uncertainty about moral weight tradeoffs between affected species, and 3. depending on the moral view, uncertainty about whether the directly and indirectly affected animals have good or bad lives on average. Acknowledgements Thanks to Brian Tomasik, Ren Ryba and Tori for their feedback on an earlier draft. All errors are my own. For prior related writing that is more comprehensive and suffering-focused, see Tomasik, 2015-2017. This piece focuses on population effects, overlapping largely with Tomasik, 2015. Population effects and welfare uncertainty Increasing the fishing of a species will tend to decrease their population, and decreasing their fishing will tend to increase their population, all else equal. For a given species, the marginal and average effects of fishing on the number of them alive at any time are typically at least several times greater than the effects on their annual catch under standard single-species fishery models.[1] With fishing deaths making up such a small share of a life on average, even if intense (although stunning during capture may be more widely used in the future), the effects on the size of the population and resulting welfare effects could be more ethically important than the effects on the number of fishing deaths. And then the effects on the populations could be morally ambiguous. First, it may be ambiguous whether the average individual has a good or bad life, so that reducing their population through fishing and increasing their population by reducing fishing could be morally ambiguous. Second, there are also population (and life expectancy) tradeoffs between species due to predation, with increasing the population of one species reducing the populations of its prey species.[2] Fishing reduces the populations of the directly fished species and (I'd normally guess) species up the food chain that depend on them,[3] while increasing the populations of the (unfished) prey (and competitors) of the directly fished species. But then the increased populations of the (unfished) prey (and competitors) may result in decreased populations for their prey. And so on. For example, Peruvian anchoveta, the species most wild-caught for feed and the most wild-caught fish species by numbers of individuals and tonnage (Mood & Brooke, 2024, Supplementary material 3, Supplementary material 6, Borthwick et al., 2021), primarily eat krill and copepods (Espinoza & Bertrand, 2008, Espinoza & Bertrand, 2014), so fishing Peruvian anchoveta presumably decreases Peruvian anchoveta populations but increases krill and copepod populations.[4] I illustrate with the effects of fishing on the fished pieces and their (unfished) prey: Fished animals have good lives Fished animals have bad lives Unfished prey have good lives Bad for fished animals Good for unfished prey Good for both Unfished prey have bad lives Bad for both Good for fished animals Bad for unfished prey Effects of fishing on fished animals and their unfished prey, in a simple model ignoring the rest of the food web. Fishing decreases the populations of the fished animal populations and increases the populations of their unfished prey, and these lives could be good or bad. Similarly, fi...

(Timestamps below description!) Gather round, Ye Olde Airheads, for this week we have quite the show for you! With Sir Trae confined to the quarters of a Sky Car, we seek the help of a Fair Maiden knownst round these parts as Lady Kirby! (Corey's Sister for those just joining us!) After some up top banter about their recent trip to The Zoo, Lady Kirby and Professor CHO attempt to get to the bottom of the origins of their Mother's insistence on "Putting on airs", including a discussion on her proclivity to refer to HBO as "Home Box Office" Then to the real meat and potatoes of the program, our Royal Duo performs various monologues by The Bard himself in both Redneck, and classical Shakespeare fashion! And as always, the episode ends with letters from our dear listeners! Thank you for supporting our sponsors! Go to FactorMeals.com/POA50 and use the Code POA50 to get some great deals on some gourmet Heat and Eat food from our friends at Factor! Go to BlueChew.com and use the Promo Code POA to try Blue Chew FREE!! Thank you to those who have already subscribed to our Youtube at WatchPOA.com Go to TraeCrowder.com to see Trae on the road and BonusCorey.com to check out Professor Cho's other work! Stay Fancy, Y'all! Timestamps 00:00 Contrasting Public Personas and True Selves 13:16 The Moral Ambiguity of Eating Meat 23:06 Humorous Anecdotes and Personal Insights 34:13 Shakespeare in a Redneck Accent 37:03 Mean Girls and Shakespeare 38:01 Performing Shakespearean Monologues 41:13 Quoting Shakespeare's Famous Lines 44:59 The Dynamic Between Corey and Lady Kirby 48:30 Answering Fan Questions 01:03:48 Growing Up Together Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(Timestamps below description!) Gather round, Ye Olde Airheads, for this week we have quite the show for you! With Sir Trae confined to the quarters of a Sky Car, we seek the help of a Fair Maiden knownst round these parts as Lady Kirby! (Corey's Sister for those just joining us!) After some up top banter about their recent trip to The Zoo, Lady Kirby and Professor CHO attempt to get to the bottom of the origins of their Mother's insistence on "Putting on airs", including a discussion on her proclivity to refer to HBO as "Home Box Office" Then to the real meat and potatoes of the program, our Royal Duo performs various monologues by The Bard himself in both Redneck, and classical Shakespeare fashion! And as always, the episode ends with letters from our dear listeners! Thank you for supporting our sponsors! Go to FactorMeals.com/POA50 and use the Code POA50 to get some great deals on some gourmet Heat and Eat food from our friends at Factor! Go to BlueChew.com and use the Promo Code POA to try Blue Chew FREE!! Thank you to those who have already subscribed to our Youtube at WatchPOA.com Go to TraeCrowder.com to see Trae on the road and BonusCorey.com to check out Professor Cho's other work! Stay Fancy, Y'all! Timestamps 00:00 Contrasting Public Personas and True Selves 13:16 The Moral Ambiguity of Eating Meat 23:06 Humorous Anecdotes and Personal Insights 34:13 Shakespeare in a Redneck Accent 37:03 Mean Girls and Shakespeare 38:01 Performing Shakespearean Monologues 41:13 Quoting Shakespeare's Famous Lines 44:59 The Dynamic Between Corey and Lady Kirby 48:30 Answering Fan Questions 01:03:48 Growing Up Together Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Winning the Game of Life—Dylan Weisman'Dr. GTO' has the Antidote for Bad PokerSupercharge Your Poker Game with CoachingA Prescription for the Poker Community from 'Dr. GTO'Bet on Yourself, Join a Poker CommunityTake Your Poker Game to the Next Level with Coaching‘Dr. GTO' Dylan Weisman is Lead Instructor for Upswing PLO and Founder of Weisman Consulting Group, where he serves as a peak performance coach for poker players and business executives.Dylan started playing poker professionally at age 16 but took a break from the game to earn a degree in financial math and statistics at UC Santa Barbara and pursue a career in project management and business operations.Since returning to poker, Dylan has played in the largest PLO cash games in Vegas. Some of his most notable wins include the US Poker Open 25k and a 2021 WSOP bracelet.Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's episode:[0:33] Introduction[2:58] Poker Coaching to Common Tendencies[5:32] Diagnosing & Overcoming a Player's Leaks[9:19] Applying Learnings in a Live Environment[11:15] The Benefits of Learning Poker in Community[17:31] Cooperation in a Poker Ecosystem[20:49] The Feasibility of Poker as a Career[28:40] What Inspired Dan's Discord Community[32:25] Making a Positive Impact with Poker[36:42] Financial Independence Through Poker[39:13] Applying Business Fundamentals to Poker[44:37] Pros & Cons of Exploitative Communication[49:35] How to Communicate Negative Feedback[54:49] Potential Collaborations Among Poker Influencers[59:01] Moral Ambiguity in Poker[1:05:33] How Dylan Defines a Community's Success[1:09:54] Creating Justice in Poker CommunitiesFollow Dylan Weiseman:Dylan's Website: https://www.dylanweisman.com/ X (Formerly Twitter): @Dweisman13Instagram: @dr.gtoFollow "Jungleman" Dan Cates:Dan's Discord Community: https://www.dancatescoaching.com/community/ Instagram:@thedancatesX (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandanJoin Poker Academy today using this link: https://www.preflop.academy/?via=danPoker strategy tipsPoker tournament highlightsPoker player profilesPoker player rankingsPoker coachingPoker mental game

In our latest episode, we're not just scratching the surface; we're burrowing deep into the heart of Grimdark's defining elements. This spirited conversation with fellow authors unveils a tapestry of perspectives on what makes a novel fit this slippery genre. From the misnomer of required nihilism to the essential complexity of characters and the unpredictable beats of their stories, we dissect the anatomy of Grimdark, showing how authentic conflict and the weight of consequence create an experience that resonates on a profoundly human level. Intro 1:50  Faye (Sienna Frost) 11:46 Krystle Matar & Angela Boord 16:36 Peter McLean 17:21 Anna Smith Spark 19:48 Zamil Akhtar 23:11 Armanis Ar-feinial 26:27 Holly Tinsley 27:33 Richard Nell, Sarah Chorn, Michael R. Fletcher, Faye and Slowly RedSienna Frost Interview Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1793148/10... PAGE CHEWING With P.L. Stuart & Guests Krystal Matar & Angela Boord Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1793148/10... Peter McLean Interview *Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1793148/10... Anna Smith Spark Interview *Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1793148/ep... Gunmetal Gods Discussion w/ Zamil Akhtar, P.L. Stuart, PageChewing.comPAGECHEWING: Comics & Manga PodcastFilm Chewing PodcastBuy me a coffeeLinktreeLogo by The GlimmerTwin Art HouseJoin Riverside.fm

Dive into the captivating realm of anime villains with Lambency in the latest episode of "Anime Unleashed." Join our enthusiastic host as he navigates the intricate art of crafting iconic villains, exploring the moral ambiguity that surrounds them, and uncovering their profound impact on the narrative.In Segment 1, Lambency delves into "The Art of Crafting Anime Villains," unraveling the creative process behind these unforgettable antagonists. From character design to motivations, discover what sets these villains apart and share your favorites on our socials.Segment 2, "Moral Ambiguity in Anime Villains," challenges the traditional notions of good and evil. Join the discussion as Lambency analyzes morally ambiguous villains, questioning our perceptions and inviting listeners to share their thoughts on these complex characters.Continue the journey in Segment 3, where "The Impact of Anime Villains on the Narrative" takes center stage. Explore how formidable antagonists shape the entire story, elevate conflicts, and provide a depth that goes beyond the surface.In Segment 4, "Iconic Anime Villains Through the Ages," take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with Lambency. Revisit some of the most unforgettable antagonists in anime history and share your all-time favorites with us.Wrap up the episode in Segment 5, where Lambency shares listener insights and gives a sneak peek into upcoming episodes. Your voices make "Anime Unleashed" even more special, so stay engaged on our social media platforms.Don't miss out on the thrill of "Anime Unleashed: Villainous Depths." Subscribe, rate, and leave a review to keep the anime spirit alive. Lambency invites you to join the conversation, explore your passion for anime, and stay tuned for the next thrilling episode.Subscribe and Follow on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google PodcastsConnect with us on Social Media: @AnimeneaxShare your thoughts and insights using #AnimeVillainsStay animated, and we'll catch you in the next episode of "Anime Unleashed"!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdGuKfKu9YlSLQ2Ujicw5uQTwitter: https://twitter.com/animeneaxWebsite: https://www.animeneax.com/Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/animeneaxRumble: https://www.rumble.com/animeneaxDiscord: https://discord.gg/ec9qBKkAsaSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-weekly-anime-recap/donations

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Creating Compelling Story Villains: Motivation, Conflict, Character Development, Complexity and Empathy, Backstory, Moral Ambiguity, Flaws and Vulnerabilities, Unpredictability and Surprises, Plot Twists, Complicated Alliances, Show Don't Tell, Balancing Act.

Alex and Tim talk about Morality Clarity and Moral Ambiguity, American Zionism, Humilty, War, and even Israel. This weeks episode is dense, rich, and worth a listen!

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Episode 1606: In this KEEN ON show, Andrew talks to Evan Thomas, author of ROAD TO SURRENDER, about the three men - two Americans and one Japanese - behind the countdown to the end of World War II Evan Thomas is the author of nine books: The Wise Men (with Walter Isaacson), The Man to See, The Very Best Men, Robert Kennedy, John Paul Jones, Sea of Thunder, The War Lovers, Ike's Bluff, and Being Nixon. John Paul Jones and Sea of Thunder were New York Times bestsellers. Thomas was a writer, correspondent, and editor for thirty-three years at Time and Newsweek, including ten years (1986–96) as Washington bureau chief at Newsweek, where, at the time of his retirement in 2010, he was editor at large. He wrote more than one hundred cover stories and in 1999 won a National Magazine Award. He wrote Newsweek's fifty-thousand-word election specials in 1996, 2000, 2004 (winner of a National Magazine Award), and 2008. He has appeared on many TV and radio talk shows, including Meet the Press and The Colbert Report, and has been a guest on PBS's Charlie Rose more than forty times. The author of dozens of book reviews for The New York Times and The Washington Post, Thomas has taught writing and journalism at Harvard and Princeton, where, from 2007 to 2014, he was Ferris Professor of Journalism. Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode, the Book Spider hosts tackle The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. Casterbridge is a complex novel about the rise and fall of Michael Henchard. After dramatically selling his wife and baby daughter to a stranger for five pounds, Henchard vows to abstain from alcohol for twenty years. Eighteen years after this event, the novel picks up with Henchard at the height of his powers, living as a prosperous corn merchant and the mayor of the small town of Casterbridge. However, after selling some bad grain to his constituents and being surpassed in business acumen by Farfrae, a newcomer, Henchard's fortunes fall into steep decline.

Is Francine's Kdrama slump finally cured? Today, she shares her first impressions on THE GOOD BAD MOTHER, a tearjerker and an acting masterclass. It has some of the best written morally grey characters she's seen in a while, even though some scenes are VERY hard to watch

Continuing to delve into the new book Preventing Polarization: 50 Strategies for Teaching Kids About Empathy, Politics, and Civic Responsibility, Don and Brian welcome back Michell Blanchett to talk about how we need to engage in moral ambiguity.

Episode 175 Notes and Links to Jordan Harper's Work       On Episode 175 of The Chills at Will Podcast, Pete welcomes Jordan Harper, and the two discuss, among other things, his early reading and writing, his forays into journalism and creative writing, a pivotal screenwriting opportunity, his work writing for the small screen and lessons learned in this world regarding writing style and appropriate behaviors; additionally, his recent book, Everybody Knows, gets the spotlight, with discussions of the importance of LA as setting, the worlds of Hollywood and politics as representative of so many larger parts of society, writing genre (or not), the book's links to police corruption and deputy gangs, and the moral ambiguity that reigns in the book.   Jordan Harper is the Edgar-Award winning author of EVERYBODY KNOWS, SHE RIDES SHOTGUN and LOVE AND OTHER WOUNDS. Born and educated in Missouri, he now lives in Los Angeles, where he works as a writer and producer for television.   Buy Everybody Knows   Jordan Harper's Substack   Maureen Corrigan Reviews Everybody Knows for NPR's Fresh Air   Jim Ruland Reviews Everybody Knows for The Los Angeles Times At about 6:50, Jordan talks about growing up in Jefferson City, MO, and his reading habits in his childhood and adolescence    At about 9:25, Jordan talks about his fandom of Hunter S. Thompson and how he was inspired to take creative writing and journalism due to Thompson's influence   At about 12:10, Jordan gives background on a pivotal Warner Bros program that helped him get a writing job with The Mentalist after being moved by directors like Michael Mann, Tarantino, Scorcese,    At about 14:25, Jordan responds to Pete's questions about finding his place in the writer's room, and Jordan narrates a summary of his television writing career, including a lot of work with Bruno Heller and Monica Cutter   At about 18:50, Jordan talks about the benefits of the sometimes-formulaic writing style for the screen   At about 20:30, Jordan responds to Pete's question about if he watches TV differently now that he is a TV writer    At about 23:10, Pete asks Jordan about his thoughts on labels-”crime writer, etc.”- for literary genres, and Jordan and Pete shout out top-tier writers like Steph Cha, Megan Abbott, and Tod Goldberg   At about 25:25, Pete wonders what fiction provides for Jordan, writing in this style versus nonfiction   At about 29:10, Jordan ruminates on the ways in which Hollywood particularly has systems in place like those for which Mae from Everybody Knows works   At about 31:40, Pete defines “noir” and Jordan connects this to the book's moral ambiguity and darkness and ending   At about 32:50, Jordan discusses the research process for this book and his other work    At about 35:35, Pete lays out the book's opening and outlines the narrator, Mae's, job and personality   At about 36:25, Pete shares a stirring quote from the book's Hannah Heard that is resonant    At about 37:35, Jordan describes Mae's company and the idea of real-life PR firms and spokespeople, including what inspired the book's title    At about 41:55, Jordan describes a truism of much of society's ideas of performance versus action    At about 43:05, The two discuss ideas of acculturation in any industry with power and “bending to the powers”; **Good Fellas and A Bronx Tale references!   At about 45:25, Pete references a powerful and memorable scene involving the Los Angeles Sheriffs' Department, and Jordan explains a change in wording in policy and legal standards    At about 46:55, Mae's childhood is described, as well as discussion of how much of her personality and mantras were “nature,” and how much were “nurture”   At about 48:55, Jordan talks about how when high-pressure and morally ambiguous    At about 51:35, Jordan gives some cool inside info on characters on tv and in movies and their physical progress through filming   At about 53:00, Pete notes the importance of the “unsaid” in the book and Pete and Jordan ruminate on ideas of silences in society   At about 55:35, Jordan reflects on ideas of moral ambiguity and “soft nihilism” in his work and in the world   At about 57:00, Pete shouts out some incredibly skillful dialogue in the book   At about 58:25, Jordan talks about the important quote from Hannah Heard and shines a light on Corey Feldman's allegations, for one, as emblematic of much of the world of Hollywood power   At about 1:01:25, Pete asks Jordan's about real-life connections to BlackGuard from the book and describes the draw of main character Chris   At about 1:03:55, Jordan points out Winnie M. Li's Complicit as an example of those who have written eloquently about The “Me Too” Movement in saying that he    At about 1:05:10, Pete brings up a moving and honest scene involving main character Chris, and Jordan talks about why he chose to “zoom out” in this scene   At about 1:06:55, The two discuss a telling scene and anecdote about a French style of eating the whole bird, and Jordan and Pete note the sweeping symbolism of the napkin   At about 1:08:45, The two discuss the differences between power and visibility and power and responsibility, especially with regard to how Mae and her company work   At about 1:09:45, The passive voice is discussed (hehe-get it?) with regard to public statements from PR firms and spokespeople    At about 1:11:30, Pete highlights the ways in which Mae and Chris thrive on action, and Jordan notes how they often don't think about the why and how this affects their often willful ignorance of what they do on a daily basis   At about 1:13:45, Pete reflects on Chris and Mae pursuing “The Life,” and Jordan comments on how the two live lies together    At about 1:15:10, Pete asks Jordan about the book's setting, and Jordan reflects on Los Angeles as “América writ large”   At about 1:17:35, Pete remarks on Jordan's precision with CalGangs in the book with John Montez, and Jordan talks about the real-life police ridealong that inspired this part   At about 1:19:45, Pete highlights a resonant line that is emblematic of the greatness of the book and Jordan gives background on its usage; Pete connects the quote to Parker, the highly unethical politician in the book      You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow me on IG, where I'm @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where I'm @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both my YouTube Channel and my podcast while you're checking out this episode.    Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl     Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting my one-man show, my DIY podcast and my extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content!    NEW MERCH! You can browse and buy here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ChillsatWillPodcast    This is a passion project of mine, a DIY operation, and I'd love for your help in promoting what I'm convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.   Please tune in for Episode 176 with Raegan Pietrucha. She writes, edits, and consults on professional and creative bases. Head of a Gorgon is her debut full-length poetry collection. Her debut poetry chapbook, An Animal I Can't Name, won the 2015 Two of Cups Press competition.     The episode will air on April 4.

It is our true pleasure to welcome back James Sutter, co-creator of Pathfinder and Starfinder, musician, and accomplished full-time author. Much as with our initial interview thirty episodes ago, James once again engaged us in deep and humane conversation about complex topics. Of course, we did invite him to explore the potential of moral ambiguity in writing and character development. James also shared with us some details regarding his upcoming book, Darkhearts, now available for preorder! Please note there will be no new episode on 1/2/23. More importantly, please check out James' varied work: James L. Sutter James' Books on Amazon And All Their Silent Roars (a free story to read)) Darkhearts (his new book available for preorder!) James L. Sutter is a co-creator of the Pathfinder and Starfinder Roleplaying Games. From 2004 to 2017, he worked as an editor and developer for Paizo Publishing, starting on Dungeon Magazine, moving on to do foundational work for Pathfinder, and eventually becoming the Creative Director in charge of launching Starfinder, as well as the Executive Editor of the Pathfinder Tales novel line for Paizo and Tor/Macmillan. In 2017, he left Paizo to write full-time. Indeed, his latest novel, Darkhearts, a YA contemporary romance, is now available for preorder from Saint Martin's. It will be published on June 6, 2023. Welcome to Dice in Mind, a weekly podcast in which we explore the meaning of life through the lens of RPGs!  In each episode, we will consider everyday stuff like science, religion, philosophy, and economics…through the lens of a specific roleplaying game and its dice mechanic. If you like what you hear, consider buying us a cup of coffee or becoming a patron.  You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook. Music by Kevin McCloud courtesy of Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 license (https://www.youtube.com/c/kmmusic/featured).

Lord of the Flies (1954) by William Golding Read and listen to “Lord of the Flies” on Amazon! We're very excited to announce our books “Sexual Magnetism,” “The WASM Dating Handbook” and “Secrets of Sensual Massage” are now available! Follow these links to get your copies of “Sexual Magnetism,” “The WASM Dating Handbook” and “Secrets … Continue reading “Lord of the Flies” – Bookcast #40 at We Are Superior Men.

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In this old episode, we talk shop about video game news such as the God of War designer saying Metroid Dread is bad, Jaice rants about Final Fantasy XIV, and we touch on just how muddled heavy metal subgenres can be. Fancy some pirate metal? What about power metal? What about blackened death metal? Have you heard of kawaii metal? HAVE YOU??? You're probably not even a real metalhead. Poser. After Dark is a bonus series that only happens when the hosts' schedules do not line up for a regular episode. This may feature any configuration of the cast. Join us as we take a load off! Follow us on Twitter! http://twitter.com/ambiguouspod Like our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/AmbiguousPod Subscribe to our Youtube channel! http://bit.ly/moralambiguityYT Intro/outro music by Yungtown! http://youtube.com/yungtown --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Moral ambiguity Where is your line? What brought you to that conclusion and do you stand by it? On this one we talk movies, music, culture, sin and religious conviction.

When a murder occurs of an American tycoon on the luxurious Orient Express train on which he's traveling, detective Hercule Poirot is recruited to solve the case. But does solving the murder really close the case, especially for Poirot's conscience? It's been said that murder mysteries satisfy our need to feel that there is justice in the world and a moral order, which is expressed in the character of Agatha Christie's genius detective Hercule Poirot. In episode 16 we talk about three film/tv movie adaptations and themes of Agatha Christie's 1934 novel MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS: The 1974 film, directed by Sidney Lumet, as a story of revenge and vigilante justice. The 2010 film (for the Poirot television series directed by Philip Martin), a story of a murder perpetrated by persons who feel that the rule of law and even God have failed to deliver justice. Kenneth Branagh's 2017 film where Hercule Poirot describes the crime of murder as an act carried out by “wounded souls,” and concludes that the scales of justice cannot always be evenly weighed. Spoiler Alert: Some of the suspects and conclusions are revealed. Time Stamps :58 Intro to Episode 3:35 MOTOE film recap 6:40 Crime Novels -- Psychological Truth and Moral Ambiguity 8:40 Agatha Christie Novel -- fact informs fiction (Christie, Lindberg Baby Kidnapping, Orient Express) 12:55 Morality, Conscience and Justice 14:33 1974 Revenge Story (Albert Finney/Sidney Lumet) version 21:09 Setting and costume 22:43 Albert Finney monologue 26:56 2010 Moral Ambiguity in Poirot (David Suchet/Philip Martin) version 32:33 2017 Broken Lives and Wounded Souls (Kenneth Branagh) version 49:26 Wrap up 50:40 Let Historical Drama with The Boston Sisters Know Your Thoughts More information about Agatha Christie and her characters are available on the official Agatha Christie website. Visit our MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS webpage for this podcast with a list of the full cast and links to additional resources. Subscribe to the podcast newsletter for updates, bonus content and activities related to the podcast and historical drama. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/historicaldramasisters/support

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In this space-time distorted episode, we talk about Pokémon Legends: Arceus and everything we love about it. We also discuss Digimon's darker storytelling aspects and Yu-Gi-Oh's best-selling "waifu" cards. After Dark is a bonus series that only happens when the hosts' schedules do not line up for a regular episode. This may feature any configuration of the cast. Join us as we take a load off! Follow us on Twitter! http://twitter.com/ambiguouspod Like our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/AmbiguousPod Subscribe to our Youtube channel! http://bit.ly/moralambiguityYT Intro/outro music by Yungtown! http://youtube.com/yungtown

In this week's episode, Grant and Brooke probe at questions of moral ambiguity with guest Quentin Lee, whose new book, The Secret Diary of Edward Ng, is a sexual coming of age story set in the 1990s. Centering queerness and the Asian and Asian American experience, this work of short fiction is a meditation on otherness, and raises lots of good conversation about auto-fiction, what and how we explore with our fiction, and why staying true to the stories you want to tell is always better than writing to the market.

In this nerdy episode, Matt and Jaice discuss the recent reveal of Pokémon generation 9! They also discuss pro wrestling and predict the outcomes of All Elite Wrestling's upcoming pay-per-view Revolution. After Dark is a bonus series that only happens when the hosts' schedules do not line up for a regular episode. This may feature any configuration of the cast. Join us as we take a load off! Follow us on Twitter! http://twitter.com/ambiguouspod Like our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/AmbiguousPod Subscribe to our Youtube channel! http://bit.ly/moralambiguityYT Intro/outro music by Yungtown! http://youtube.com/yungtown

In this weeby episode, Matt gives the others a quiz: is the anime title fake or real? They also discuss how weird some manga and light novel titles can be and character names from Dragon Ball Z and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure! After Dark is a bonus series that only happens when the hosts' schedules do not line up for a regular episode. This may feature any configuration of the cast. Join us as we take a load off! Follow us on Twitter! http://twitter.com/ambiguouspod Like our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/AmbiguousPod Subscribe to our Youtube channel! http://bit.ly/moralambiguityYT Intro/outro music by Yungtown! http://youtube.com/yungtown

In this web-slinging episode, we all discuss Spider-Man's missteps in comic books over the years, including the infamous "One More Day"! We also chat a bit about the dracohydra, a new monster in Fizban's Treasury of Dragons AND other comic book properties such as Batman. After Dark is a bonus series that only happens when the hosts' schedules do not line up for a regular episode. This may feature any configuration of the cast. Join us as we take a load off! Follow us on Twitter! http://twitter.com/ambiguouspod Like our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/AmbiguousPod Subscribe to our Youtube channel! http://bit.ly/moralambiguityYT Intro/outro music by Yungtown! http://youtube.com/yungtown

Eddie has finally got her hands on a copy of Thomas Harris' Red Dragon (despite the best efforts of the Illuminati to prevent her from reading it), Lee is drawn into some international family intrigue by Tom Rob Smith, and philosophical shit hits the fan when they discuss moral ambiguity in character motivations (sounds highbrow, don't it?)All this, and possibly more in episode four!__________________________ If you like what you hear, we'd really appreciate if you sent us some stars on iTunes!  It's one of the best ways to support the show!We've had many requests for beta reading from Crime Time listeners over the years, and we're thrilled to finally be able to offer this service to our book community!  Check out Frankcoreaders.com for all your beta and sensitivity reading needs!Tell us what books are your faves in the comments below, or via Twitter!Join the Crime Time Team at Patreon!Make sure to check out the books of the week via the affiliate link below! Crime Time has partnered with Book Depository to bring you books at a great price – with free shipping worldwide thrown in!

Apple and Cisco have entered into a deal that gives iOS devices preferential treatment on Cisco networks. The Digital Signage Federation is gaining members. Why and when does Avnu Certification matter? Plus, what is the best way to mic a collaborative crowd? Host: Tim Albright Guests:George Tucker, Josh Srago, and Mark Cichowski Record Date: 9/11/2015 Running [...]

Apple and Cisco have entered into a deal that gives iOS devices preferential treatment on Cisco networks. The Digital Signage Federation is gaining members. Why and when does Avnu Certification matter? Plus, what is the best way to mic a collaborative crowd? Host: Tim Albright Guests:George Tucker, Josh Srago, and Mark Cichowski Record Date: 9/11/2015 Running [...]