Podcasts about narrators

The best leaders are the ones that can hold space for both—care personally and challenge directly. Work never happens in a vacuum. Field calls, customer pressure, travel, and deadlines compound the very real mental load carried by water professionals. In this conversation, Dr. Andy Melton, a professional counselor and executive coach at  www.andymelton.com—shares clear, practical ways leaders and teams can recognize mental health warning signs, set the right boundaries, and respond with care without stepping outside their role.  Care Personally, Challenge Directly—Inside Clear Boundaries Managers aren't neutral parties, and that matters. Andy explains the built-in conflict of interest when a supervisor probes too deeply into an employee's personal struggles. You still need to check in—but do it in role: use open-ended, performance-anchored questions (“What's been challenging for you lately?”), document observations, and offer resources instead of diagnoses. He also highlights Kim Scott's “Radical Candor” frame—care personally and challenge directly—as a durable leadership posture for tough conversations.   Spotting Decline Early—Behavioral, Cognitive, Physical  Before missed KPIs and callbacks spike, there are tells: sudden drops in productivity, withdrawal, irritability, rising absence/tardiness, markedly negative self-talk, and physical complaints (fatigue, headaches, stomach issues). Andy shares a simple “dashboard” self-check—sleep and eating patterns—plus trackable 1–10 scales for stress, energy, engagement, and mood stability to catch trends early.  When It's Serious—Safe Paths and Resources  Anonymous surveys can surface urgent risks—including suicidality. Andy outlines responsible next steps: widen communication, invite follow-ups, and immediately involve a mental health professional or crisis resources. Know the number 988 and your local mobile crisis team information; publish those options prominently so help is never far away.  Grounding Under Load—3 Techniques You Can Use Anywhere  For anxiety (mind racing ahead) and depression (mind stuck in the past), uniting mind and body in the present increases bandwidth. Andy teaches three job-friendly tools: the four-second “box” breath, a five-senses “sensory scan,” and a head-to-toe “progressive muscle relaxation.” Each can be done discreetly at a desk, in a service truck, or before a customer meeting.  Strong operations require strong people. Build a culture that normalizes check-ins, provides resources, and keeps performance expectations clear. That's how teams protect each other and maintain reliability in the field.  Listen to the full conversation above. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!    Timestamps    02:20 - Trace welcome Industrial Water Week is next week and why it's our "Super Bowl" 11:38 — Water You Know with James McDonald 13: 11 - Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals    15:14 - Introduction for Dr. Andy Melton 15:35 - Andy's background 19:06 - Why mental health is hard to discuss at work; stigma and judgment 21:40 - Cognitive/physical signs: negative self-talk, fatigue, headaches, stomach issues 23:33 — Why self-awareness is hard; “mirror” idea of counseling/coaching 24:21 — Self “dashboard”: sleep and eating as early indicators 26:22 — Employer question: caring without crossing the line 31:44 — Impact on teammates and operations; why the talk still must happen 32:06 — Culture: build trust so care is believed 36:12 — Psychological safety: education via outside counselors/coaches; offer EAPs 42:07 — 988 explained; local mobile crisis teams and how they respond 45:06 — Awareness first: listen to body; define “stress” simply 48:27 — Grounding overview: techniques to reunite mind and body   Quotes  Struggles in mental health still have stigma… but I do think there are ways to handle this sensitive subject in the workplace. It is really challenging as an employer to be a neutral sort of resource in someone's life.      Connect with Dr. Andy Melton Phone: 615-669-4105  Email: andy@meltoncounseling.com   Website: www.andymelton.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andymeltonphd     Guest Resources Mentioned   The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth by Amy C. Edmondson  Crucial Conversations (Third Edition): Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High by Joseph Grenny (Author, Narrator), Kerry Patterson (Author), Ron McMillan (Author), Al Switzler (Author), Emily Gregory (Author, Narrator), McGraw Hill-Ascent Audio (Publisher)  Crucial Conversations Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High, Second Edition by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler Downloadable materials for workplace mental health presentations  Radical Candor: Fully Revised & Updated Edition: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity by Kim Scott   Radical Candor | Feedback Training, Coaching & Consulting  Mental Health America (MHA)  Melton Counseling  988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline    Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned  AWT (Association of Water Technologies)  Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses  Submit a Show Idea  The Rising Tide Mastermind Water Cake Recipe  Industrial Water Week   Water You Know with James   Question: What do you call the waste stream coming out of a reverse osmosis unit?    2025 Events for Water Professionals  Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE. 

“This New Enchantment” by R. D. Simmons Manawaker Patreon: https://patreon.com/manawaker/ Manawaker store: https://payhip.com/Manawaker Manawaker Discord: https://discord.gg/zjzA2pY9f9 More info / Contact CB Droege: https://cbdroege.taplink.ws The Flash Fiction Podcast Theme Song is by Kevin McCleod The Producer, Editor, and Narrator of the podcast is CB Droege Bio for this weeks author: R.D. Simmons was born in the shadow of a great cathedral on the northern edge of a fallen empire and currently lives in a city by the sea. He lurks around corners of the internet under the handle @barlbarian. His story ‘Knights and Knaves’ appeared on season 7 of the Flash Fiction Podcast in 2022.

Ochelli Effect 10-1-2025 SNAFU NEWSFor the first day of October we look back at the last weekend in September.Weekend in Violence Overload Mode by the Artist Formerly Known as AmericaMinor defense of TRUMP from OCHELLI = He WAS NOT spending 1.4 million US$ per outing of Government funds Golfing this weekend While We The People live endure Grand Theft Auto 2025 in real American life.Did Trump Golf Today?https://didtrumpgolftoday.com/Sadly the alleged Opposition is so weak it appears to be a fixed fight  for MAGA. So pathetic and pointless, that a true independent might see them as The Enemy within. Wow Trump got a gaslighting nickname on the nose!Oh and who shuts down the government? Answer = The GovernmentSo while DEMS remain in a civil war with themselves, They are a great STRAWMAN to fall to The TRUMPETS.Have no fear thoughAmazon Prime Pays $40 Million For Melania Trump Documentary Raising Ethics Concerns With Bezos Seeking Contracts From Trump Administrationhttps://www.imdb.com/news/ni65079409/https://uinterview.com/news/amazon-prime-pays-40-million-for-melania-trump-documentary-raising-ethics-concerns-with-bezos-seeking-contracts-from-trump-administration/Conservationist Jane Goodall, renowned for chimpanzee research, dies at 91https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jane-goodall-dies-conservationist-age-91/---MICHIGAN MORMONS - MASS CASUALTIES - ARE YOU SURE YOU HATE PEOPLE EATING SOY BEANS?A Combat veteran with PTSD drove a boat to North Carolina shoreline and seems to have contributed to Operation Fear The Reaper by participating in a mass shooting.In Michigan A man who appears to NOT BE a typical Lefty in initial reports allegedly he drove a Pick-up Truck that was often previously pictured with very patriotic decorations intentionally crashed it into a Mormon Church before participating as a shooter in a mass casualty event that included gunfire and regular fire by arson. This event was on the same day the Leader of The LDS Church, Elder, and Profit also died at home from natural causes at 101 years of age. When looking at motive, police, media, and every simple minded easy-answer seeking internet anti-sleuth will likely not ask or seriously acknowledge that a death of a modern day profit in an unusual sect of Christianity may have been part of the motive. In a related Psy-Op POTUS TRUMP continues his simple answers campaign by declaring it yet another targeted attack on Christians in America on a nearly instant Anti-Social Media Post ETC.Follow-UpsMormon church shooting suspect had Trump sign outside home, records showGoogle Maps images show suspect who was shot dead by police had Trump sign outside his Michigan househttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/29/mormon-church-shooting-trump-signFrom 2019 TRUMP shirts about making Liberals Cry on social media to Trump yard signs captured by Google Earth Updates in 2025 The shooter Arsonist, Murderer, appears to NOT be a ANTIFA Easter Bunny Fan. Maybe DOGE took down too much at NSA for them to scrub his online footprint fast enough?One Christian attacks another? Perhaps like the NC issue over the weekend PTSD may have much more to do with it than Left wing MOBS.On September 29, 2025, news broke that Thomas Jacob Sanford, the suspect in a Michigan church shooting, had previously called Mormons "the Antichrist" to a local politician    Targeted politician: Kris Johns, a candidate for the Burton city council in Michigan, was campaigning door-to-door when he spoke with Sanford about a week before the shooting.    Johns reported that Sanford had "sharp views" on Mormons and described them as "the Antichrist." Johns said the conversation never devolved into overt threats    Suspect's background: During the conversation, Sanford, a former Marine, mentioned that he had previously lived in Utah, had a relationship with a woman who was LDSMichigan church shooting latest: Suspected gunman's father speaks out after ‘evil act of violence' leaves four victims deadhttps://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/michigan-church-shooting-thomas-sanford-marine-latest-updates-b2835573.htmlWant To keep Score at home? One stat of many = (From The Website) "The Mass Shooting Tracker is a crowd-sourced database of U.S. mass shootings. We define a “mass shooting” as a single outburst of violence in which four or more people are shot. This is not the same as mass murder as defined by the FBI"MASS SHOOTING TRACKER ONLINEhttps://massshootingtracker.site/AND the Neo-Moral Majority brought to you by Project 2025 has amended your pre-programed response. Thoughts, Then Blame The Left, Then PrayersIn addition to faux-virtue signaling of the previous era, Orange Jesus and his MAGA Disciples recommend you continue Not thinking independently and discourage thinking in general as something you should ever try at home. Also accept no responsibility for inspiring violence EVER.FBI arrest man who allegedly threatened to shoot people at Texas Pride paradeSuspect Joshua Cole allegedly used a Facebook account to threaten revenge for murder of Charlie Kirkhttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/27/fbi-arrest-man-texas-pride-paradeORANGE IS THE NEW APPRENTICE - SEASON (Term) 2 - EPISODE 255Certainly farmers in what used to be America currently starting to realize Trump wasn't their friends because Soy Beans, better known as an essential Vitamin in Liberal ANTIFA Easter Bunny Island diets is going bust in real time and the ripple effect has reached their wallets. Stay tuned though RED/BLUE sports fans, it is a delayed reaction with more to come. Some TikTok farmers NOT focused on The TikTok Rapture trend the rest of us might have missed last week, are crying how mean and F U other TikToker Mockers mocking their suffering as an obvious outcome for TRUMP voters getting what they voted for and having buyers remorse. NEWLY MINTED media mogul Rich Guy Trump approved that now owns the American Share of the company via USA Patriot Protection Racket should be able to sort that out.The upcoming Season of Orange is The New Apprentice Unreal Reality Show Season or Term Two will also feature the agricultural domino exhibition as every grown commodity becomes simultaneously worthless in many international markets and retains unaffordable status for Americans who might seek out something to eat. SPOILER ALERT, Ochelli calls this the double crash of 26 to another year TO BE DETERMINED. WINNING!!!Is anyone Skiing with Tina Turner? Left or Right points to be made and they both use government shutdowns as leverage, Is anybody else seeing this shyte?Trump to attend congressional meeting as government shutdown loomshttps://www.nbcnews.com/video/trump-to-attend-congressional-meeting-as-government-shutdown-looms-248545349615Well, That happened...Also That Fat Bear Week thing ended with Chunk winning with a broken Jaw.BiBi Sitters in MAGA land How DARE YOU SAY GENOCIDE!International Criminal CourtTrying individuals for genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and aggressionhttps://www.icc-cpi.int/defendant/netanyahuFor years, Netanyahu propped up Hamas. Now it's blown up in our facesThe premier's policy of treating the terror group as a partner, at the expense of Abbas and Palestinian statehood, has resulted in wounds that will take Israel years to heal fromhttps://www.timesofisrael.com/for-years-netanyahu-propped-up-hamas-now-its-blown-up-in-our-faces/Conservative multi-network madness with extra heavy FOX affiliates also made Fat Bear Week part of Last Weeks scripts so Mind Control isn't just for politics.Anybody else notice that a few AI generated Narrators are being over used?Trump just ordered his top generals to crush “the enemy within” – left-wing Americanshttps://www.thecanary.co/global/world-analysis/2025/10/01/trump-enemy-within/ Donald Trump Suggests US Cities Be ‘Training Grounds' for Militaryhttps://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-us-military-national-guard-cities-training-10804929ICE Beats More US Citizens, Can't Seem To Shake 'Gestapo' Label Somehowhttps://www.wonkette.com/p/ice-beats-more-us-citizens-cant-seem ICE Arrested a U.S. Citizen—Twice—During Alabama Construction Site Raids. Now He's Suing.https://reason.com/2025/10/01/ice-arrested-a-u-s-citizen-twice-during-alabama-construction-site-raids-now-hes-suing/Government shutdown 2025: A guide to what's still open, what's closed and what's fuzzyhttps://www.politico.com/news/2025/10/01/government-shutdown-2025-whats-still-open-00195598Ultimately, A message in a badly written JFK Universe of content tells us the point most miss no matter what they select to pursue Truth. Give Up, as it will make no difference in the end.The Umbrella Man (2018)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmNJuJzdVLUCredit to Jimmy James for sending me this failed propaganda message in a bottle-neck for much more than the a metaphor in the metadata corrupted by but not owned by metaverse.------BE THE EFFECTEmergency help for Ochelli and The NetworkMrs.OLUNA ROSA CANDLEShttp://www.paypal.me/Kimberlysonn12 new Social Media experimentsBLUESKYhttps://bsky.app/profile/ochelli.bsky.socialTRUTH SOCIALhttps://truthsocial.com/@Ochelli---Listen/Chat on the Sitehttps://ochelli.com/listen-live/TuneInhttp://tun.in/sfxkxAPPLEhttps://music.apple.com/us/station/ochelli-com/ra.1461174708WithBE THE EFFECTListen/Chat on the Sitehttps://ochelli.com/listen-live/TuneInhttp://tun.in/sfxkxAPPLEhttps://music.apple.com/us/station/ochelli-com/ra.1461174708Ochelli Link Treehttps://linktr.ee/chuckochelliAnything is a blessing if you have the meansWithout YOUR support we go silent.---NOVEMBER IN DALLAS LANCER CONFERENCEDISCOUNT FOR YOU10 % OFF code = Ochelli10https://assassinationconference.com/Coming SOON Room Discount Details The Fairmont Dallas hotel 1717 N Akard Street, Dallas, Texas 75201. easy access to Dealey Plaza

It's All Been Done Radio Hour Commercial #298  "Megan Meets a Vampire"     A vampire offers Megan a brand-new life, much to her chagrin.    Visit our website http://iabdpresents.com Script books, clothing, and more at https://amzn.to/3km2TLm Please support us at http://patreon.com/IABD   A comedy radio show originally performed on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Boxland in Columbus, Ohio. New episodes streaming live on the 2nd Saturday of every month at 5PM Eastern on Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook! And now performing live at MadLab theatre in Columbus, Ohio!      STARRING Megan Overholt as Megan  Shane Stefanchik as The Vampire  Darren Esler as The Narrator and Chris Lynch as Chris    Narrated by Darren Esler  Foley Artist Megan Overholt  Podcast edited by Trulie Awesome Productions     It's All Been Done Radio Hour created and produced by Jerome Wetzel  Written by Megan Overholt  Directed by Samantha Stark  Music Director Kristin Green  Theme Songs composed by Nathan Haley, with lyrics by Jerome Wetzel  Technical Director Shane Stefanchik    Find more from It's All Been Done Radio Hour here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsallbeendoneradiohour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iabdpresents/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iabdpresents   When you post about us, hashtag #IABD 

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, September 21, 2025!  Mike and Scott were together for the hour with some fun Disney talk!  We discussed the narrators for this year's Candlelight Processional at Epcot, got more great suggestions for snacks around Epcot for your next trip, and had a thoughtful discussion on missing perks from the past decade, and which ONE you would bring back if it meant eliminating the rest forever!  This and much more on today's show!  Come join us in the BOGP Clubhouse this week at www.beourguestpodcast.com/discord.  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.  Become a patron of the Be Our Guest Podcast over at www.patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

“A Drink from the Doubtless Sea” by Michael Haynes Manawaker Patreon: https://patreon.com/manawaker/ Manawaker store: https://payhip.com/Manawaker Manawaker Discord: https://discord.gg/zjzA2pY9f9 More info / Contact CB Droege: https://cbdroege.taplink.ws The Flash Fiction Podcast Theme Song is by Kevin McCleod The Producer, Editor, and Narrator of the podcast is CB Droege Bio for this weeks author: An ardent short story reader and writer, Michael Haynes has published two short story collections:, AT THE INTERSECTION OF LOVE AND DEATH and THREE THINGS CAMERON COULDN'T TELL YOU. His stories have appeared in Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, Beneath Ceaseless Skies, and other publications. He lives in Colorado and enjoys photography, cooking, and travel. Find him online at http://michaelhaynes.info/.

At first glance you may be forgiven for thinking this fairly obscure 1962 British film was one of those forgettable ‘let's put the show on right here!' teensploitation flicks full of popular music acts of the day, bland and generic enough to offend nobody other than crusty old colonel-types who objected to young people being seen to have fun. But this film, the feature directorial debut by Richard Lester, was something a little different, with an eye for visual flair to differentiate it from the formulaic British musical films which had preceded it. Lester pretty much determined that he had to make the absolute most of what he was given to work with and we see in the film the earliest knockings of what would later become known as the music video; and he would use these techniques to greater effect a couple of years later in A Hard Day's Night. There was also actual proper comedy, not in abundance but any dads in the audience would have been reassured by the presence of Derek Nimmo, Mario Fabrizi, Frank Thornton and Hugh Lloyd – not to mention the soothing tones of Deryck Guyler as ‘The Narrator'. Lester employed cartoonish, one might almost say Goonish flourishes throughout the film: fast motion, reverse spooling, the aforementioned omnipresent narrator who's in on the joke and there's even a custard pie gag. The pairing of just-about-still-relevant pop stars Helen Shapiro and Craig Douglas as the film's colourless leads was necessary to draw the target audience but by 1962 how many teenagers were still into Mr Acker Bilk, Chris Barber or even Chubby Checker? The Beatles' heavy footfall was a creak on the stair and within months this sort of music would be swept away as Merseybeat and beat groups in general bestrode the Hit Parade. Joining Tyler to discuss “the whole swingy parade [which] goes like a good-humoured bomb” (The Daily Mirror) is Andrew Hickey, host of A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs who believes it is a standout film of its genre, but says the credit is largely owed to Richard Lester and his unique directorial style. He discusses the musical and cultural climate in Britain at the time, the origins of Trad Jazz, the early career of Lester and how films like this were usually largely cinematic landfill, plus talks about his show and plans for the future. (Recorded February 2025 and first heard on Goon Pod Film Club)

Quiet is the word of the day at The Odditorium, a curio shop of Oddities, rare trinkets, and some enchanted items. Not much is happening in the world of the arcane. Kinda just an average day. It makes sense; the arcane leylines had been off a bit for the past week, so there's not much interest in investing in the odd curiosities of the world. But Poppy, the owner and founder of “The Odditorium”, doesn't notice or also seem to care. She's happy and content in her backroom, working as usual while several Homunculus Servants tend to the store. That is until she receives a message from the Verdan Grove Library asking for help.STARRING:  @3llebelle  as Poppy @SteveSaylor  as the Narrator & Dungeon MasterTECHNICAL DIRECTOR: @TeeMorris  Music and SFX provided by:Artlist - https://artlist.ioand Pocket Bard - https://pocketbard.appTheme Music - "We're just gettng started" by The Lonely Ramblers - Artlist.ioWelcome to Haven's Rest was recorded at TwitchCon San Diego 2024https://dungeonsanddisableds.com

Uncover secrets in every groove.Vinyl Noir offers a unique blend of mystery, music, and surreal humor. Follow Jac Verlaine—a record detective and ex-DJ—and his capable partner Laura as they navigate a world of rare vinyl, dark secrets, and eccentric characters. Perfect for rock ‘n' rollers and fans of unconventional storytelling.Jac is pulled back into the world of bootlegs and conspiracy when Laura, the daughter of infamous bootlegger Cosmo Krunch, seeks his help. Her father's been murdered, and a priceless Bob Dylan tape from 1966 has vanished.Starring Lothar Tuppan as Jac Verlaine Scarlett Stratton as Laura Joe Stofko as Moochie and Wesley Critchfield as Omby Amy. Chauncey Haworth is the Narrator.

Ready to unwind? Settle in by the fireside with Geoffrey for the heartwarming tale of Queenie, who, sixty years after her very first letter, is finally about to meet her lifelong pen pal. Love Night Falls?

Matt starts out breaking down the week and gives his though about the Candlelight Narrators.Send us a textTwitter/X Handles:Dizhappenings: https://twitter.com/dizhappeningsShaun: https://twitter.com/rankingthemouseMatt: https://twitter.com/mattpetoBefore/After Watch Music in Dizhappenings copyrighted by Audio Jungle

In the early morning hours of December 2nd, 1805, Rostov was patrolling the skirmishing line near Bagration's detachment. Behind him he could see his army's campfires glowing. In front the French were covered by misty darkness. Rostov was exhausted. His eyes would close and his fancy appeared—now the Emperor, then Denísov or whirling Moscow memories. His hussar companion occasionally alerted him to steer his horse out of bushes.   He was disappointed his unit was not advancing and wanted to ask for permission to join the attack. He was dreaming about The Czar, envisioning how they would have a chance encounter and he would receive an assignment. He was confident he would do a superb job and develop a relationship with the sovereign.  How faithfully he would guard Alexander, tell him the truth and unmask any deceivers!   Rostov pictured how he would humiliate and kill an enemy of the state, either a Frenchman or a deceitful German ally, all in the presence of Alexander. Suddenly, a distant shout aroused him. He opened his eyes but only noticed the surrounding hills and white patches of snow. His mind veered toward his sister, who he wished to tell of his acquaintance with the Czar.  Soon enough, there noticeable sounds in the distance. It appeared to be commotion from a group. He noticed fires igniting all along the landscape.  The shouting grew louder.  He was near one of the main French camps. Rostov could hear French spoken but not the words. The voices merged into a roar only an army could produce.  The lights spread and he heard the triumphant shouting of the enemy – the famous, “Vive l'Empereur! Vive l'Empereur!”  He was witnessing inspired men, more genuine than anything in Rostov's camp.  The spectacle was so obvious that it attracted Generals Bagration and Dulgarukov. The latter suggested it was just a decoy.  Dulgarukov felt the main force retreated but Bagration realized his adversary was a force to be reckoned with and directed Rostov and a few others to investigate.  Rostov was frightened but thrilled to propel into danger.  Bagration called out for the group to not go beyond a certain stream. Rostov pretended not to hear the order. The French voices grew closer and soon enough there was shooting.  The Hussars presence may have been noticed but it also could have been excited French firing  into the air.   Rostov's group retreated back to Bagration.  Rostov reported that the French presence was consistent with previous scouting. Bagration thanked Rostov, who leaped at the opportunity to ask to join a squadron that would  advance.  Bagration allows Rostov to join his own unit, sensing he is meeting Ilya Rostov's son.  Rostov thanks the Lord and felt he was a step closer to becoming involved with the Emperor.    Tolstoy, as Narrator, lets us in on what was happening among the French. There was celebration because Napoleon was riding and sometimes walking through the camps while his written orders were being read.  This would cause the fires, as soldiers would light wisps of straw and run after him; and others would fire guns into the air.   Further, the soldiers knew the critical battle would be fought on the anniversary of Napoleon's coronation, just a year prior at Notre Dame. This was considered a good omen. Tolstoy conveys Napoleon's inspirational and historic message. It includes: Soldiers! I direct all your battalions. I will keep out of fire if you -- with your habitual valor carry disorder and confusion into the enemy's ranks -- but should victory be in doubt, even for a moment, you will see your Emperor exposing himself to the first blows of the enemy, for there must be no doubt of victory, especially on this day when the honour of the French infantry is at stake, so necessary to the honour of our nation.

How can the man known as The Thinking Machine escape from a maximum-security prison?  Jacques Futrelle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.   Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening.   Are you looking for one place where you can get a dynamite audiobook every time? The Audiobook Library Card is the perfect solution. Unlimited downloads and streaming of the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99 a month. Each title is heavily curated, so you get a great listen every time. Go to audiobooklibrarycard.com or follow the link in the show notes.   The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I've been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the library has been on the podcast. And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything.   So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening.   I'm still reeling from the news that my recording of P.G. Wodehouse's The Intrusion of Jimmy is a Finalist for a Narrator of Distinction Award from the Professional Audiobook Narrators Association (PANA). It's going up against major titles from Macmillan and other major publishers. I'm going up against some of the biggest names in the business, and I couldn't be more honored. I still can't believe it.   You can listen to The Intrusion of Jimmy in the Winner's Circle category at the website at classictalesaudiobooks.com. Or, if you have the Audiobook Library Card, it's in the Winner's Circle category there, as well.   Pirate Summer has kind of dipped in to September, but I thought we could still do some September Sleuthing. Here is the breakout story from Jacques Futrelle as he introduces his greatest creation: The Thinking Machine.   And now, The Problem of Cell 13, by Jacques Futrelle   Follow this link to get The Audiobook Library Card for a special price of $6.99/month       Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel:       Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast:     Follow this link to follow us on Instagram:     Follow this link to follow us on Facebook:      

“Intersecting Datafields” by Myna Chang Manawaker Patreon: https://patreon.com/manawaker/ Manawaker store: https://payhip.com/Manawaker Manawaker Discord: https://discord.gg/zjzA2pY9f9 More info / Contact CB Droege: https://cbdroege.taplink.ws The Flash Fiction Podcast Theme Song is by Kevin McCleod The Producer, Editor, and Narrator of the podcast is CB Droege Bio for this weeks author: Myna Chang hosts Electric Sheep SF and publishes MicroVerse Recommended Reading. Her short fiction has appeared in more than one hundred venues. Her flash collection, The Potential of Radio and Rain, is available from CutBank Books. Find her at MynaChang.com or on Bluesky @MynaChang.

A listener has a problem with always needing to win every argument. He turns to Team Grawlix for help—which implodes this podcast like a collapsing neutron star. ⁠CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR THIS WEEK'S WINNER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Poll open now!) LINKS: Follow us for show dates and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adam Cayton-Holland⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ben Roy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Andrew Orvedahl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Grawlix⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support this podcast on Patreon to get ad-free episodes, bonus videos, exclusive merch, birthday shout-outs and more.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  UPCOMING SHOWS: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠See the Grawlix live at High Plains Comedy Festival in Denver, September 18th-20th—a live Advice Fight, a special reunion of Those Who Can't cast, Movie Night and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the new single from Ben's band Arson Charge next week! See Andrew hosting a special all-comedian edition of The Narrators in Denver on Wednesday, September 17th! Got a question? Email us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠question@advicefight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diving into a novel usually involves a level of trust. We assume that the characters on the page are telling the truth, or at the very least, we trust that the narrator will inform us when someone is spinning a web of lies. But what happens when the narrator is the deceiver? Unreliable narrators may lead us astray due to a variety of reasons; deliberate deception, mental illness, flawed memory, bias, or a limited or skewed perspective. Sometimes the reader finds themself deep into a story before realizing that they've been lied to all along, forcing them to rethink every single page! In today's episode, Briana speaks with Kim, Shannon, and Christy about the novels and narrators that left them questioning everything they thought they knew. These books will keep you guessing long after the last page has been read. Book RecommendationsThe Goldfinch by Donna TarttAtonement by Ian McEwan Listen for the Lie by Amy TinteraIntro Music by nikitsan

“I have lost my honour, my gems, and my son in one night.”From The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, "The Adventure of the Beryl Coronet" by Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Kira Apple.Kira Apple is a part-time voice actor and full-time bookseller. Other voice work includes the roles of The Narrator and Mary Bangs (The Way We Haunt Now), Katya Harper (Electromancy), Cybilene (Inn Between), Commander Natalya Kastanova (The Dead: Ephemeris), Hale (The Dead: Strings of Fate), Marla (Ostium), and Jack St. James (Superstition).Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.comSend us mail! howeverimprobablepod@gmail.com

A final voyage for Blackbeard's treasure turns out to be more than the boys bargained for.  Ralph D. Paine, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.   Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening.   The Audiobook Library Card is the perfect solution if you can't get enough classic audiobooks. Unlimited downloads and streaming of the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99 a month. Use the coupon code CLASSICTALES2 and save $3 on your first month. You can also subscribe yearly at the lower price, if you like. Go to audiobooklibrarycard.com or follow the link in the show notes.   The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I've been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the library has been on the podcast. And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything.   So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening.   I'm pleased to announce that my recording of P.G. Wodehouse's The Intrusion of Jimmy is a Finalist for a Narrator of Distinction Award from the Professional Audiobook Narrators Association (PANA). It's such an honor to be named a finalist among such esteemed narrators. You can listen to this title in the Winner's Circle category at the website at classictalesaudiobooks.com. Or, if you have the Audiobook Library Card, it's in the Winner's Circle category there, as well. I'm so glad this title is getting some more attention. It was an absolute delight to record.   And now, Blackbeard: Buccaneer, Part 8 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine   Follow this link to get The Audiobook Library Card for a special price of $6.99/month       Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel:       Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast:     Follow this link to follow us on Instagram:     Follow this link to follow us on Facebook:

“The Old Observatory on the Hill” by J. Federle Manawaker Patreon: https://patreon.com/manawaker/ Manawaker store: https://payhip.com/Manawaker Manawaker Discord: https://discord.gg/zjzA2pY9f9 More info / Contact CB Droege: https://cbdroege.taplink.ws The Flash Fiction Podcast Theme Song is by Kevin McCleod The Producer, Editor, and Narrator of the podcast is CB Droege Bio for this weeks author: J. Federle grew up in Kentucky in a brick house in front of the woods. Catholic school left her with a love of the macabre and an empathy for monsters, which she suspects wasn't the intended effect. Her sci-fi and horror emphasize hope and human connection; unrelated, her favorite Trek episodes are the scary ones. Online, she’s @JFederleWrites, the odd author behind the Author-Oddity Newsletter.

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The group meets with Lockjaw, who tells them that someone named Godking Kang has come from the future with a warning that Galactus is coming to devour the Earth. When the Royal Family asks for proof, Kang pulls out something that takes control of the entire Royal Family, including any guards. Lockjaw was the only one who made it out. After revealing this, the group is teleported to another plane of existence where they meet Uatu the Watcher and Zatu the Narrator, who tell the group that everything depends on their choices. Afterward, Lockjaw tells the group that Kang is in control of the Royal group and his Space Chair is being held somewhere else. The group decided to go for the chair before confronting Kang.   Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1628612284256101/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leagueofmelanatedgentlemanpod/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLMGPodcast   Hosts: Jordan Mitchell

IIn this episode, Mike sits down with audiobook narrator and author Sanya Simmons to talk about her path from classical musician to becoming a voice actor and audiobook narrator. What We Cover: Building an Audiobook Career: Moving from ACX royalty-share projects to working directly with publishers The real time investment: why 5-10 hours of finished audio takes 30-40+ hours total Prep strategies for fiction vs. nonfiction projects Getting family help with research to save time Using Your Musical Background: How Sanya's flute and vocal training helps her narration Treating your voice like an instrument for better breath control and phrasing Avoiding monotonous reads by "hearing" what the author intended Networking That Actually Works: Why relationship-building beats transactional approaches How APA committee work and APAC conferences led to unexpected opportunities Staying in touch with producers without being pushy The power of showing up consistently Expanding Beyond Audiobooks: Getting into political VO and broadcast narration Dealing with union rules in right-to-work states The reality of competitive commercial and promo markets Social Media Without the Overwhelm: Building authentic presence with help from others Choosing the right platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok) Why "good enough" content beats perfect content you never post From Author to Narrator: Sanya talks about her book "A Single Mom's Guide to Raising Black Gentlemen" and how her parenting experience shapes her storytelling approach. Plus, how her sons contributed to both the book and audiobook. Key Points: Balance active projects with ongoing training Reliability builds lasting relationships: communicate early, deliver clean work, say thank you Think like a business owner: proper structure, strategic investments, tax planning Community matters: connect with mentors, peers, and people you can help Whether you're starting out or scaling up your audiobook business, Sanya shares practical advice on production, relationships, and sustainable growth. Connect with Sanya: Book: "A Single Mom's Guide to Raising Black Gentlemen"  Real talk about building a thriving audiobook career while keeping your sanity and artistic integrity. Check out more episodes over at: https://mikelenzvopodcast.com/ Voice 123 15% Discount Code link:  https://bit.ly/3BsPSaw

Chapter(s) 44. Apeiron has a snack. You lend a hand. Henry and Ash share a quiet moment together. Content warnings: Cannibalism (ish), body horror, guilt-tripping, knives, loss of fingers. Vote, for free, on our Patreon. If you'd like to financially support the project, you can also do so on our Patreon. Wanna chat? Join our Discord server or Email us.Show transcripts can be found in this Dropbox. Points of Articulation is… Written by Hannah SemmelhackProduced by Hannah Semmelhack and Fiona Clare, in collaboration with Three Fates.With sound design and dialogue editing by Hannah SemmelhackOriginal music by Rheanne KlineAnd original artwork by Hibah HassanThis episode featuredCheyenne Barton as The Narrator (and the characters in their story)Hannah Semmelhack as the Hive Mind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20250906 BITS Presents: The Mentoring Hour Originally Broadcasted September 6, 2025, on ACB Media 6   BITS Presents the Mentoring Hour where Your Access Technology Questions Find Answers. This call is designed specifically to help people who are blind or with low vision navigate the fast-changing world of technology. We cover it all: Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac platforms, along with screen readers like JAWS, NVDA, Voiceover, and Narrator, as well as other assistive technology tools. Bring your questions and get answers from the BITS team of tech specialists.   Sponsored by: Blind Information Technology Specialists   ask@bits-acb.org   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

This week, we continue our discussion of Jane Austen's Sense And Sensibility. How does Colonel Brandon's awkwardness communicate his honesty? How do we understand the backstory of Willoughby and Eliza? Is John Dashwood or Robert Ferrers worse?To see the video broadcast of this episode, click here; to see the slides, click here!Don't forget to check out my new Tolkien-related show, Shire Reckoning!Next week, Volume 3, Chapter I (37) to VII (43) of Sense and Sensibility, live on Patreon on Thursday, September 11th at 9PM Central.Footnotes:Sense And SensibilityA Calendar for Sense and SensibilitySense And Sensibility (1995)Stars And Swords on Bookshop.org To join me for the live YouTube broadcast, to support the podcast, to join the conversation on Discord and to get access to monthly bonus episodes, please visit Patreon.com/NextWord and pledge your support!  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nicole Cash is a highly skilled performer whose training in classical music allows her to captivate audiences and connect people through the power of sound. She served as 3rd Horn with the Dallas Symphony, and Associate Principal Horn of the renowned San Francisco Symphony, until she was diagnosed with focal dystonia, a career-ending repetitive movement disorder.The meandering road of recovery and rediscovery led Nicole to the art of audiobook narration, to which she brings the same keen sense of rhythm, intonation, lyricism, and drama.Nicole delights in voicing the blood-curdling suspense of a dark thriller,  the complex characters of literary and historical fiction, and the heart-warming nostalgia of a coming of age story. Her experiences as an African-American woman compel her to share the tangled theories and truths of social science and political justice tomes.As the mother of two young children, Nicole feels right at home bringing to life all sorts of fantastical characters and creatures, and finds great joy in being silly. Most often described as “warm, clear, engaging, and easy to listen to,” her voice is a hug that envelops the listener in whatever story she is sharing. When away from her home studio on the North Shore of Long Island, NY, Nicole can be found creating custom cakes for friends and family, attempting to grow organic vegetables and herbs in her garden, skiing, singing karaoke, and of course…reading.https://nicolecashchronicles.comhttps://www.instagram.com/nicolecashchronicles/ https://www.facebook.com/nicole.cash.56Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical, and maybe even leave a nice review! Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical! Theme music by DreamVance.I help people to lean into their creative careers and start or grow their income streams. You can read more or hop onto a discovery call from my website.  https://jennetingle.com/work-with-meI'm your host, Jennet Ingle. I love you all. Stay safe out there!

“Galilean Crossing” by Pauline Barmby Manawaker Patreon: https://patreon.com/manawaker/ Manawaker store: https://payhip.com/Manawaker Manawaker Discord: https://discord.gg/zjzA2pY9f9 More info / Contact CB Droege: https://cbdroege.taplink.ws The Flash Fiction Podcast Theme Song is by Kevin McCleod The Producer, Editor, and Narrator of the podcast is CB Droege Bio for this weeks author: Pauline Barmby is an astrophysicist who believes that you can't have too many favorite galaxies. She lives in London, Canada and hopes to someday visit her namesake main belt asteroid, minor planet 281067. Visit her website at www.galacticwords.com.

"You're on the phone with your girlfriend, she's upset..." Welcome to Season 3 of AP Taylor Swift! What happens when we can't trust the person telling the story? In this week's Show & Tell episode, we explore the concept of unreliable narrators through three Taylor Swift songs that demonstrate how perspective shapes truth. From teenage crush confessions to post-breakup rants to defiant love declarations, we examine how Taylor uses narrative techniques that make us question what's really happening beneath the surface of these seemingly straightforward stories. Subscribe for free to get episode updates or upgrade to paid to get our After School premium content: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe. After School subscribers get monthly bonus episodes, exclusive content, and early access to help shape future topics!   Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com Mentioned in this episode: The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald The Catcher in the Rye, J.D. Salinger Gone Girl, Gillian Flynn The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Mark Haddon Atonement, Ian McEwan Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen After Party (Apple TV+ series) The Residence (Netflix)  How I Met Your Mother (TV series) E32: Love Story Deep Dive Episode Highlights: [01:22] Introduction to Unreliable Narrators [08:47] "You Belong With Me" (Fearless, 2008) [19:55] "Mr. Perfectly Fine" (Fearless Taylor's Version, 2021) [26:15] "But Daddy I Love Him" (The Tortured Poets Department, 2024)   Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

The Coolest Bull in the China Shop Jordan Claire McCraw is a voice actor and book Narrator. She is also a self-proclaimed "Bull in a China Shop". I'll go one further... she's the coolest bull in the china shop. Jordan talks with me about her career, family history, how she became the bull in the china shop and why, what type of voice work she loves and why, and even has a great and very relatable favorite Dinosaur choice. This EASILY could have been a 2 to 3 hour interview, because at some point it felt like it was no longer a podcast, but a fun conversation between two friends. Check out Jordan's work on Archer, video games like New World, podcast series like Scrooge, and many book narrations. Enjoy the conversation and be sure to click on her links below ... like, A LOT! For more on Jordan Claire McCraw, please visit the following - Instagram - @jcmccraw - https://www.instagram.com/jcmccraw?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MWUycGxkZjA2cjA1dA== IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8591408/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk For more on our show partners - Bones Coffee - http://www.bonescoffee.com/FSFPOPCAST and use code FSFPOPCAST Idea Farm - www.ideafarm.store - use discount code FSF15 Level Up Sabers https://bit.ly/FSFLevelUpSabers Win free loot - sign up here - www.fsfpopcast.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://patreon.com/fsfpopcast Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.fsfpopcast.com FSF PopCast on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads - @fsfpopcast This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

The Coolest Bull in the China Shop Jordan Claire McCraw is a voice actor and book Narrator. She is also a self-proclaimed "Bull in a China Shop". I'll go one further... she's the coolest bull in the china shop. Jordan talks with me about her career, family history, how she became the bull in the china shop and why, what type of voice work she loves and why, and even has a great and very relatable favorite Dinosaur choice. This EASILY could have been a 2 to 3 hour interview, because at some point it felt like it was no longer a podcast, but a fun conversation between two friends. Check out Jordan's work on Archer, video games like New World, podcast series like Scrooge, and many book narrations. Enjoy the conversation and be sure to click on her links below ... like, A LOT! For more on Jordan Claire McCraw, please visit the following - Instagram - @jcmccraw - https://www.instagram.com/jcmccraw?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MWUycGxkZjA2cjA1dA== IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8591408/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk For more on our show partners - Bones Coffee - http://www.bonescoffee.com/FSFPOPCAST and use code FSFPOPCAST Idea Farm - www.ideafarm.store - use discount code FSF15 Level Up Sabers https://bit.ly/FSFLevelUpSabers Win free loot - sign up here - www.fsfpopcast.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://patreon.com/fsfpopcast Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.fsfpopcast.com FSF PopCast on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads - @fsfpopcast This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

For the 2025 Emmy Awards, several worthy nominees are debated by podcast hosts Bubba & Catfish. If you're a fan of their old-school petty sniping at each other, you'll love this one. Emmy voter Catfish seemingly closes his eyes to pick terrible winners. With the patience of a saint, Bubba listens to the inane choices before finally blowing a gasket about an hour into the pod. #Emmys #EmmyAwards #Emmys2025 #EmmyNoms #nominations #nominees #PrimetimeEmmyAwards  Discussion: 00:00 Intro 04:55 Lead Actor in a Comedy Series 08:48 Lead Actor in a Drama Series 13:51 Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie 17:29 Lead Actress in a Comedy Series 21:21 Lead Actress in a Drama Series 23:23 Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie 25:13 Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series 28:30 Supporting Actor in a Drama Series 31:25 Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie 33:55 Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series 37:01 Narrator  38:07 Character Voice Over Performance 40:01 Supporting Actress in a Drama Series 41:49 Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie 43:46 Guest Actor Comedy 45:38 Guest Actor Drama 48:25 Guest Actress Comedy 49:46 Guest Actress Drama 52:18 Performer in a Short Form Series 53:55 Host for a Reality Program 55:28 Host for a Game Show 56:55 Outstanding Comedy Series 58:08 Outstanding Drama Series 1:04:03 Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series 1:06:02 Outstanding Television Movie 1:06:43 Outstanding Talk Series 1:07:19 Outstanding Scripted Variety Series 1:08:13 Outstanding Live Variety Special 1:10:19 Outstanding Vareity Special Pre-Recorded 1:10:50 Outstanding Short Form Special 1:11:26 Outstanding Short Form Non Fiction 1:12:24 Outstanding Hosted Non-Fiction Special 1:13:31 Outstanding Structured Reality Show 1:14:18 Outstanding Unstructured Reality Show 1:15:15 Outstading Reality Competition Program 1:16:57 Outstanding Game Show Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series Adam Brody – Nobody Wants This as Noah Roklov (Netflix) Seth Rogen – The Studio as Matt Remick (Apple TV+) Jason Segel – Shrinking as Jimmy Laird (Apple TV+) Martin Short – Only Murders in the Building as Oliver Putnam (Hulu) Jeremy Allen White – The Bear as Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto (FX) Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series Sterling K. Brown – Paradise as Xavier Collins (Hulu) Gary Oldman – Slow Horses as Jackson Lamb (Apple TV+) Pedro Pascal – The Last of Us as Joel Miller (HBO) Adam Scott – Severance as Mark Scout (Apple TV+) Noah Wyle – The Pitt as Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch (HBO Max) Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie Colin Farrell – The Penguin as Oswald "Oz" Cobb / The Penguin (HBO) Stephen Graham – Adolescence as Eddie Miller (Netflix) Jake Gyllenhaal – Presumed Innocent as Rozat "Rusty" Sabich (Apple TV+) Brian Tyree Henry – Dope Thief as Ray Driscoll (Apple TV+) Cooper Koch – Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story as Erik Menendez (Netflix) Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series Uzo Aduba – The Residence as Cordelia Cupp (Netflix) Kristen Bell – Nobody Wants This as Joanne (Netflix) Quinta Brunson – Abbott Elementary as Janine Teagues (ABC) Ayo Edebiri – The Bear as Sydney "Syd" Adamu (FX) Jean Smart – Hacks as Deborah Vance (HBO Max) Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series Kathy Bates – Matlock as Madeline "Matty" Matlock / Madeline Kingston (CBS) Sharon Horgan – Bad Sisters as Eva Garvey (Apple TV+) Britt Lower – Severance as Helly R. (Apple TV+) Bella Ramsey – The Last of Us as Ellie (HBO) Keri Russell – The Diplomat as Katherine "Kate" Wyler (Netflix) Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie Cate Blanchett – Disclaimer as Catherine Ravenscroft (Apple TV+) Meghann Fahy – Sirens as Devon DeWitt (Netflix) Rashida Jones – Black Mirror: "Common People" as Amanda Waters (Netflix) Cristin Milioti – The Penguin as Sofia Falcone / Sofia Gigante / The Hangman (HBO) Michelle Williams – Dying for Sex as Molly Kochan (FX) Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series Ike Barinholtz – The Studio as Sal Saperstein (Apple TV+) Colman Domingo – The Four Seasons as Danny (Netflix) Harrison Ford – Shrinking as Dr. Paul Rhoades (Apple TV+) Jeff Hiller – Somebody Somewhere as Joel (HBO) Ebon Moss-Bachrach – The Bear as Richard "Richie" Jerimovich (FX) Michael Urie – Shrinking as Brian (Apple TV+) Bowen Yang – Saturday Night Live as various characters (NBC) Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series Zach Cherry – Severance as Dylan George (Apple TV+) Walton Goggins – The White Lotus as Rick Hatchett (HBO) Jason Isaacs – The White Lotus as Timothy Ratliff (HBO) James Marsden – Paradise as President Cal Bradford (Hulu) Sam Rockwell – The White Lotus as Frank (HBO) Tramell Tillman – Severance as Seth Milchick (Apple TV+) John Turturro – Severance as Irving Bailiff (Apple TV+) Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie Javier Bardem – Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story as José Menendez (Netflix) Bill Camp – Presumed Innocent as Raymond Horgan (Apple TV+) Owen Cooper – Adolescence as Jamie Miller (Netflix) Rob Delaney – Dying for Sex as Neighbor Guy (FX) Peter Sarsgaard – Presumed Innocent as Tommy Motto (Apple TV+) Ashley Walters – Adolescence as DI Luke Bascombe (Netflix) Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series Liza Colón-Zayas – The Bear as Tina Marrero (FX) Hannah Einbinder – Hacks as Ava Daniels (HBO Max) Kathryn Hahn – The Studio as Maya Mason (Apple TV+) Janelle James – Abbott Elementary as Ava Coleman (ABC) Catherine O'Hara – The Studio as Patty Leigh (Apple TV+) Sheryl Lee Ralph – Abbott Elementary as Barbara Howard (ABC) Jessica Williams – Shrinking as Gaby Evans (Apple TV+) Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series Patricia Arquette – Severance as Harmony Cobel (Apple TV+) Carrie Coon – The White Lotus as Laurie Duffy (HBO) Katherine LaNasa – The Pitt as Charge Nurse Dana Evans (HBO Max) Julianne Nicholson – Paradise as Samantha "Sinatra" Redmond (Hulu) Parker Posey – The White Lotus as Victoria Ratliff (HBO) Natasha Rothwell – The White Lotus as Belinda Lindsey (HBO) Aimee Lou Wood – The White Lotus as Chelsea (HBO) Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie Erin Doherty – Adolescence as Briony Ariston (Netflix) Ruth Negga – Presumed Innocent as Barbara Sabich (Apple TV+) Deirdre O'Connell – The Penguin as Francis Cobb (HBO) Chloë Sevigny – Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story as Kitty Menendez (Netflix) Jenny Slate – Dying for Sex as Nikki Boyer (FX) Christine Tremarco – Adolescence as Manda Miller (Netflix) Outstanding Comedy Series Abbott Elementary (ABC) The Bear (FX) Hacks (HBO Max) Nobody Wants This (Netflix) Only Murders in the Building (Hulu) Shrinking (Apple TV+) The Studio (Apple TV+) What We Do in the Shadows (FX) Outstanding Drama Series Andor (Disney+) The Diplomat (Netflix) The Last of Us (HBO) Paradise (Hulu) The Pitt (HBO Max) Severance (Apple TV+) Slow Horses (Apple TV+) The White Lotus (HBO) Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series Adolescence (Netflix) Black Mirror (Netflix) Dying for Sex (FX) Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story (Netflix) The Penguin (HBO) Outstanding Reality Competition Program The Amazing Race (CBS) RuPaul's Drag Race (MTV) Survivor (CBS) Top Chef (Bravo) The Traitors (Peacock) Outstanding Talk Series The Daily Show (Comedy Central) Jimmy Kimmel Live! (ABC) The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS) Outstanding Scripted Variety Series Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO) Saturday Night Live (NBC)     

3/8. In The Iliad, Professor Emily Wilson highlights the narrative's sophisticated literary techniques, comparing them to an English novel. The poem expertly navigates between an omniscient narrator and individual characters' points of view, delving into their minds. Wilson also notes the challenges of translating ancient Greek, citing, for example, the existence of three distinct words for "spear," each carrying specific connections that she endeavors to render dynamically into modern English. This intricate storytelling was a hallmark of 7th-century BCE Greek. 1200 TROY

“Soul Testing in Major Leage Baseball” by Larry Hodges Manawaker Patreon: https://patreon.com/manawaker/ Manawaker store: https://payhip.com/Manawaker Manawaker Discord: https://discord.gg/zjzA2pY9f9 More info / Contact CB Droege: https://cbdroege.taplink.ws The Flash Fiction Podcast Theme Song is by Kevin McCleod The Producer, Editor, and Narrator of the podcast is CB Droege Bio for this weeks author: Larry Hodges, of Germantown, MD, has over 230 short story sales and four SF novels. He’s a graduate of the Odyssey and Taos Toolbox Writers Workshops, a member of Codexwriters, and a ping-pong aficionado. As a professional writer, he has 23 books and over 2300 published articles in over 220 different publications. He’s also a member of the US Table Tennis Hall of Fame, and claims to be the best table tennis player in Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association, and the best science fiction writer in USA Table Tennis!!! Visit him at www.larryhodges.com.

The Carousel is an episodic narrative podcast with sci-fi, fantasy and dystopia elements, set far enough into the future, space expansion is the norm, following a lonely worker, who uses powers he gains from an ancient carousel to fight against the corporate entity he once worked for. Episode 1: On a routine run for The Commission, Akhos, a Collections Specialist, stumbles upon an abandoned amusement park that has more to offer than he thinks. THE CAROUSELOn a desolate planet, Collections Specialist Akhos gains great powers from an ancient carousel, consequently stumbling upon a burgeoning revolution, led by The Obstructionists, against the corporate entity, The Commission, he once worked for. With his AI, Lassa and his new found powers to help his journey, Akhos fights horrific monsters with The Obstructionists after seeing they are helmed by a fellow Commission worker, Klaus. The series almost mirrors the style of a Greek Tragedy, told with the help of the Narrator, who just might have her own stake in the story told. Season One follows Akhos throughout his journey of gaining powers, joining The Obstructionists to fight against The Commission draining planets with The Machine, a mysterious device that gives the company its power, and learning why they inflict so much horror on the universe.Website: https://thenormies.com/the-carousel/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/thenormies/homeFourthwall: https://the-normies-shop.fourthwall.com/supportersYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbv2OBLeYiYe7B6WgPDnLowThe Carousel YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbZ4CA8my7fSq6f-dBVihCKT48ZrzNw7tSocials: Instagram - the_normies X - The_Normies TikTok - thenormies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join host Crystal as she dives into the books narrated by Marissa Hampton: Our August Narrator of the Month

Yes, you read that title correctly. We have a profound respect for gerbils up here and won't hear a word against them. If you take issue with that, or indeed with Rodentia in general, well, we would remind you that the characteristic that defines Rodentia is a "single pair of continuously growing incisors in each of the upper and lower jaws,"* so let THAT keep you awake at night. And that podcast you heard at the top of the show? Mission: Rejected. Make sure you check it out and give it five stars and all that good stuff. You've been listening to:  Pete Barry as Bob Tim Sherburn as Colin and Emily Bonnie Brantley as Donna and Jessie David S Dear as Dr Theo Bromae and Tiberius Eric Perry as Dr von Haber Zetzer, Mr Southers, Joe, and Howard Kevin Hall as Felonius and Greg Shannon Perry as Madeline and Olivia. Sarah Golding is Mrs Sheffield Kyle Jones as Narrator 2, and Chris Nadolny Gourley is your Narrator John Faley is our music director, and our artwork is by Lucas Elliott.  Sarah Golding is our dialogue editor, and Mark Restuccia is our sound designer. Oz 9 is written by Shannon Perry. Oz 9 is a proud member of the Fable and Folly Network. Please check out our sibling shows at fableandfolly.com and support our sponsors. *OK, fine, it's from Wikipedia, we were in a hurry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapter(s) 43. Nara has a snack. Henry has questions. Content warnings: Cannibalism (ish), colonialist themes, body horror, knives, blood, violence. Vote, for free, on our Patreon. If you'd like to financially support the project, you can also do so on our Patreon. Wanna chat? Join our Discord server or Email us.Show transcripts can be found in this Dropbox. Points of Articulation is… Written by Hannah SemmelhackProduced by Hannah Semmelhack and Fiona Clare, in collaboration with Three Fates.With sound design and dialogue editing by Hannah SemmelhackOriginal music by Rheanne KlineAnd original artwork by Hibah HassanThis episode featuredCheyenne Barton as The Narrator (and the characters in their story)Hannah Semmelhack as the Hive Mind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textEver found yourself deep in a Reddit rabbit hole, judging strangers' moral dilemmas from behind your screen? You're not alone. This episode takes you on a journey through some of Reddit's most thought-provoking "Am I the Asshole" stories, where we dissect social boundaries, personal quirks, and the grey areas of human interaction. From a heated confrontation over a medical condition versus a no-shoes household policy to the unexpected drama of allowing dogs but not children at a wedding, these stories reveal how everyday decisions can spiral into complex moral quandaries.We dive into a particularly hilarious case of a coworker who narrates their lunch like a cooking show host ("You're just a sad sandwich. Don't worry, I'm gonna eat you anyway"), examining when quirky becomes uncomfortable and when it's appropriate to speak up about unusual behavior in shared spaces.Throughout our discussion, we share personal insights about how our own experiences shape our judgments - including a tangential but passionate debate about the proper Star Wars viewing order and reflections on childhood experiences that influence our adult perspectives on social norms.What makes these discussions so compelling isn't just the drama of each situation, but how they challenge us to examine our own boundaries and values. After all, in most interpersonal conflicts, there are rarely perfect heroes or villains - just people navigating social waters with different priorities, limitations, and communication styles.Ready to judge along with us? Listen now, and let us know: who do you think is the real asshole in these scenarios?Support the showDo you have a story you would like to share? Send it to us at theweightingroompc@gmail.comDisclaimer: We are not Medical professionals and all views and opinions are our own.

“The Circular Dilemma” by David Rich Manawaker Patreon: https://patreon.com/manawaker/ Manawaker store: https://payhip.com/Manawaker Manawaker Discord: https://discord.gg/zjzA2pY9f9 More info / Contact CB Droege: https://cbdroege.taplink.ws The Flash Fiction Podcast Theme Song is by Kevin McCleod The Producer, Editor, and Narrator of the podcast is CB Droege Bio for this weeks author: David Rich holds two engineering degrees from MIT and lives in the Boston area with his family. His short fiction has been featured over the last several years in numerous literary journals including Bewildering Stories, Youth Imagination, Bards & Sages Quarterly, Eldritch Science, After Dinner Conversation, The Macabre Museum, Scarlet Leaf Review, The Corner Bar Magazine, Drunk Monkeys, The Lorelei Signal, and Underside Stories.

Studios hate him. A blind film critic dropped one review on Rotten Tomatoes and suddenly producers are begging him to reconsider… and he might, if they add audio description in film. That's power. That's disruption. That's John Stark. He launched the Blind Film Critic Society with Alex & Lee (because if the Razzies can start in a living room, why can't blind critics start a movement?) He's now a legit Rotten Tomatoes blind critic. And when he posts? Studios listen. Or panic. Sometimes both. He's exposing how credits for audio description accessibility are erased. Writers invisible. Narrators uncredited. Audiences cheated. He's calling BS. And here's the kicker: he's proving exactly how audio description helps blind audiences experience films fully, while showing the industry why ignoring it costs them money, loyalty, and credibility. This episode slaps. It's not just film reviews with audio description; it's a playbook for shaking an entire industry awake.

Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses now have game-changing accessories—but are they worth it? Steven and Shaun debate new side shields and charging cables, before diving into a fiery conversation about AI's reliability, accessibility frustrations, and how blind users really experience these tools. Plus, Steven shares his PC troubleshooting “hero” moment, and listeners weigh in on funding assistive tech, smart homes, and accessibility wins.This episode of Double Tap starts with Steven and Shaun exploring unexpected accessories for the Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses. From clip-on side shields to block out light to a charging cable that allows continuous use, the hosts share their reactions—Steven enthusiastically ordering both, Shaun far more skeptical.The conversation quickly turns to AI. Shaun delivers a scathing critique, declaring he's “falling out of love with AI” due to unreliable answers and dangerous inaccuracies, while Steven highlights his own disappointing attempt to set up a printer with Gemini Vision. The two hosts clash over prompting, practicality, and whether AI can ever be trusted for mobility or real-time tasks.Steven then tells the story of reviving a “silent PC” without a screen or sound—a challenge familiar to many blind users—sparking discussion on non-visual computing, audio device management, and accessibility workarounds like Narrator.Listener emails round out the episode. Charles asks why assistive tech companies don't offer payment plans, Greg from Phoenix highlights Apple Home's local control as a smarter option for thermostats, and Greg from Pennsylvania shares powerful advocacy stories, from accessible kiosks to live play-by-play at baseball games, proving change is possible with persistence.Chapters0:00 – Intro & early morning accessory shopping5:40 – Side shields for Meta Ray-Bans13:15 – Charging cable for all-day use22:30 – Shaun's AI breakup rant40:10 – Steven's Epson printer setup fail with Gemini52:30 – Falling out of love with AI?1:04:00 – The silent PC rescue story1:25:00 – WhatsApp web accessibility challenges1:40:00 – Listener email: Assistive tech payment plans1:50:00 – Listener emails: Smart thermostats, Apple Home, and advocacy wins2:05:00 – Wrap-up & closing banter Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited. "Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc.

Chapter(s) 042. Nara has a bad time. Content warnings: Gaslighting, manipulation, guilt-tripping, emotional abuse, physical abuse, major injuries, potentially inaccurate wound care (I am not a doctor).Vote, for free, on our Patreon. If you'd like to financially support the project, you can also do so on our Patreon. Wanna chat? Join our Discord server or Email us.Show transcripts can be found in this Dropbox. Points of Articulation is… Written by Hannah SemmelhackProduced by Hannah Semmelhack and Fiona Clare, in collaboration with Three Fates.With sound design and dialogue editing by Hannah SemmelhackOriginal music by Rheanne KlineAnd original artwork by Hibah HassanThis episode featuredCheyenne Barton as The Narrator (and the characters in their story)Hannah Semmelhack as the Hive MindC. Luke Soucy as Apeiron Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20250816 BITS Presents-The Mentoring Hour Originally Broadcasted August 16, 2025, on ACB Media 5   BITS Presents the Mentoring Hour where Your Access Technology Questions Find Answers. This call is designed specifically to help people who are blind or with low vision navigate the fast-changing world of technology. We cover it all: Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac platforms, along with screen readers like JAWS, NVDA, Voiceover, and Narrator, as well as other assistive technology tools. Bring your questions and get answers from the BITS team of tech specialists.   Sponsored by: Blind Information Technology Specialists   ask@bits-acb.org     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

“Spirit World” by Karter Rowe Manawaker Patreon: https://patreon.com/manawaker/ Manawaker store: https://payhip.com/Manawaker Manawaker Discord: https://discord.gg/zjzA2pY9f9 More info / Contact CB Droege: https://cbdroege.taplink.ws The Flash Fiction Podcast Theme Song is by Kevin McCleod The Producer, Editor, and Narrator of the podcast is CB Droege Bio for this weeks author: Karter Rowe is a New Weird/Science Fiction writer from rural southern Queensland in Australia. A high-school dropout, Karter holds a Bacherlor’s and a Graduate degree in Creative Writing with a Masters in progress. Karter makes a living through warehousing but loves working on his fiction whenever he gets the a spare moment.

An episode in which the tracks are sung by non-humans. Animals, insects, computers, guitars, aeroplanes, zombies, lasagne and lightning rods.

Look, when your life is in the hands of someone who only recently gave up huffing glue, you keep your will updated and hope for the best. Such is the situation our four guests find themselves in, but hey, they agreed to be part of this season of I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Off This Toxic Planet, so on their own heads be it, really. Dr Theo (swoon) has sabotaged their escape "plan" for purposes that are hazy at best and really f*&king stupid at worst, and now the crew are stuck on a planet that's trying its celestial best to kill them. Will they survive? More importantly, will IaCGMOTTP be renewed for another season? Until next time, Space Monkeys, go get some sun. Really, you're looking a little peaky. Thanks as ever to the wonderful Mission: Rejected podcast for lending us their voices and talent and not immediately sending us a Cease & Desist order after reflecting upon their choices. (They recently did a live show — you can see the hilarious video here: https://youtu.be/KpGsFitlbS4?si=CGOg7_CIsKj2LRRo.) You've been listening to: Emmet Dowgin as the Director's Assistant Pete Barry as Bob Tim Sherburn as Colin and Emily Caden Dowgin as the Director. Bonnie Brantley as Donna and Jessie David S Dear as Dr Theo Bromae and Tiberius Kevin Hall as Felonius and Greg John Dowgin as Gritz Eric Perry as Howard, Mr Southers, and Joe Chrisi Talyn Saje as Julie Shannon Perry as Madeline and Olivia Faith Dowgin as Mivv Sarah Golding as Mrs Sheffield Sarah Rhea Warner as Pipistrelle J Michael DeAngelis as Telf Bob Killian as Zblatt.  Kyle Jones is your Narrator Two And Chris Nadolny Gourley is your Narrator. John Faley is our music director, and our artwork is by Lucas Elliott.  Sarah Golding is our dialogue editor, and Mark Restuccia is our sound designer. Oz 9 is written by Shannon Perry. Oz 9 is a proud member of the Fable and Folly Network. Please check out our sibling shows at fable and folly dot com and support our sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“A Galaxy Run in 30 Minutes” by J. D. Harlock Manawaker Patreon: https://patreon.com/manawaker/ Manawaker store: https://payhip.com/Manawaker Manawaker Discord: https://discord.gg/zjzA2pY9f9 More info / Contact CB Droege: https://cbdroege.taplink.ws The Flash Fiction Podcast Theme Song is by Kevin McCleod The Producer, Editor, and Narrator of the podcast is CB Droege Bio for this weeks author: J. D. Harlock is an Eisner Award-nominated American writer, researcher, editor, and academic pursuing a doctoral degree at the University of St. Andrews, whose writing has been featured in Strange Horizons, Nightmare Magazine, The Griffith Review, Queen's Quarterly, and New York University’s Library of Arabic Literature. You can find him on Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, & Twitter.

What if your thoughts weren't really “you”? In this groundbreaking episode, we're joined by Belgian-born inventor, global wellness facilitator, and author Clément Decrop, whose concept of the Idea Space is changing the way we understand the mind, ego, and consciousness itself. Clément breaks down the illusion of the self, and how identifying too strongly with our thoughts, names, and roles can block true spiritual awakening. He blends cutting-edge neuroscience, physics, and mindfulness practices into a powerful new model for understanding our inner world. But that's not all… Clément is also the visionary behind a revolutionary AI-powered meditation app that personalizes guided meditations based on your daily experiences. Want a custom meditation for your chaotic workday, your breakup, or even a trip to the beach? This app learns from you and adapts over time...offering bite-sized, deeply personal spiritual support that goes way beyond generic calming sounds.In This Episode, You'll Discover:What the Idea Space really is, and how it mirrors the observable universeThe science behind the Non-Self and why shedding your identity could lead to inner peaceHow meditation helps you “observe” your mind like a scientist, not silence itWhy we're stuck in a loop of imagined fears, and how to shift into objective clarityHow AI and consciousness are intersecting in wild and unexpected waysWhy synchronicity and presence are the keys to real transformation, and how to notice more of themThe inside scoop on Clément's new AI meditation app; what it does, how it works, and how it's safeguarded from “AI creepiness”Favorite Quotes: “Your name is an illusion...it's just an approximation of who you are.” – Clément Decrop“You experience the past and the future as thoughts in the present. That's your real power.”“True self… is non-self. When you realize that, you become free.”Connect with Clément Decrop:Website + Waitlist for AI App: www.ideaspaces.ioInstagram: @the_idea_spaceSubscribe, Rate & Review! If you found this episode enlightening, mind-expanding, or even just thought-provoking (see what we did there?), please take a moment to rate and review us. Your feedback helps us bring more transformative guests and topics your way! Subscribe to The Skeptic Metaphysicians on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube for more deep dives into consciousness, spirituality, metaphysical science, and mind-body evolution.Connect with Us: 

87.5 CrawlspaceDennis' quiet evening of reading is interrupted by thumping music coming from his neighbour's house. Or at least he thinks that's where it's coming from.Written by Kev Harrison (www.kevharrisonfiction.comNarrated by Narrator and edited by James Barnett AKA Jimmy Horrors (https://www.JamesBarnettCreative.com)With music by Daniel Birch (https://danielbirchmusic.com)And Andrew kn (https://freesound.org/people/Andrewkn/)And Thom Robson (https://www.thomrobsonmusic.com/)And sound effects provided by Freesound.orgThe episode illustration was provided by Luke Spooner of Carrion House (https://carrionhouse.com/)A quick thanks to our community managers, Joshua Boucher and Jasmine ArchAnd Carolyn O'Brien for helping with our submission reading.And to Ben Errington for wriggling through the twists and turns of the social media labyrinth.Kev Harrison is a British writer of horror and dark fiction living in Lisbon, Portugal. His novella, Below, is out now from Brigids Gate Press. Find more about him and his work at www.kevharrisonfiction.comJames Barnett is the producer of the Night's End podcast. A short story fiction podcast with tales of horror and the paranormal. Search for it wherever you get your podcasts. You can also catch other works of his at www.JamesBarnettCreative.comJoin TOS+ to access over 90 exclusive episodes, get regular stories in higher quality audio, a week early, and ad-free, at https://theotherstories.net/plus/Support the show, get audiobooks, and more at https://www.patreon.com/hawkandcleaverJoin our communities for book clubs, movie clubs, writing exercises, and more at https://theotherstories.net/community/Leave a voicemail or get in touch at https://theotherstories.net/submissionsCheck out our writing courses at https://theotherstories.net/courses/Grab some merch at https://gumroad.com/hawkandcleaverThe Other Stories is a production of the story studio, Hawk & Cleaver, and is brought to you with a Creative Commons – Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives license. Don't change it. Don't sell it. But by all means… share the hell out of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are joined by Sarah Naughton! Sarah is an award winning audiobook narrator and voice actor, a singer and stage actress (Roundabout, 2nd Stage), and comedian and cabaret act (54Below, ART, Club Cumming). She's currently often roaming Brooklyn with a small white dog and a toddler.In this discussion, Carly and Sarah explore the multifaceted journey of motherhood, touching on personal experiences with parenting, fertility struggles, and the importance of community support. They delve into the evolution of parenthood in modern society, the challenges of fertility treatments, and the emotional impact of miscarriage. Sarah shares her transition from theater to voice acting and audiobook narration, highlighting the unique storytelling aspects of this medium. The episode also emphasizes the significance of finding joy in small moments and the value of self-producing creative work. Recommendations From This Episode: Baby MamaFollow Sarah Naugton: @illuminaughtonFollow Carly: @carlyjmontagFollow Emily: @thefunnywalshFollow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpodPlease rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends! Email us: aloneatlunch@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.