Podcasts about The Neverending Story

Nate Lindberg and Kelly Wells discuss Ethan Page vs. Shiloh Hill, the Neverending Story of Zaria and Sol Ruca, thoughts on how famous wrestlers really are, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In deze aflevering van Nerd Culture duiken we vol in noir-spinnen, mutant turtles en nostalgie met een hoofdletter N. Van een zwart-wit Nicolas Cage als Spider-Noir tot de geannuleerde, R-rated The Last Ronin die stiekem een vervolg had moeten zijn op de TMNT-film uit 1990; het is weer zo'n week waarin IP's botsen met creatieve ambities.We bespreken trailers, onverwachte updates en studio's die groot inzetten op hun kroonjuwelen: Paramount dat Turtle-power industrialiseert, Apple dat Severance volledig naar zich toetrekt, en Sony dat eindelijk beweging laat zien rondom Spider-Verse. Ondertussen blikken we terug op klassiekers, checken we nieuwe series en stellen we de vraag: wanneer is franchise-uitbreiding slimme wereldbouw… en wanneer wordt het puur machtsvertoon? Welkom bij Nerd Culture #246.Amazon dropt Spider-Noir TrailerWe duiken in het schaduwrijk van Spider-Noir, waarin Nicolas Cage opnieuw het web spint, maar dit keer in live-action. Geen standaard Spider-Man, geen Peter Parker, maar Ben Reilly als doorrookte privédetective in een depressie-era New York. Cage kanaliseert Humphrey Bogart, een vleugje Edward G. Robinson en – jawel – zelfs Bugs Bunny, en giet dat alles in een noir-jasje dat je zowel in kleur als in stijlvol zwart-wit kunt bekijken. Wat krijg je als je Marvel-mythologie mixt met jaren '30 film noir, radio-serial vibes en Hopper-achtige melancholie? In deze aflevering bespreken we hoe deze serie balanceert tussen pulp, kunst en comic book bombast — en of dit een creatieve heruitvinding is waar het genre op zat te wachten.Paramount gaat all-in op TMNTDaarnaast kijken we naar hoe Paramount vol inzet op Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles als compleet entertainment-universum. Onder nieuw Skydance-leiderschap wordt de franchise uitgerold over élke doelgroep: van de peutervriendelijke Teeny Mutant Ninja Turtles-YouTube-serie tot een volwassen proza-adaptatie van The Last Ronin, en een middle-grade boek met Splinter's Dojo. Daar blijft het niet bij. Mattel neemt vanaf 2027 de speelgoedlijn over, gekoppeld aan Mutant Mayhem 2 en een nieuwe live-action/CG-hybridefilm in 2028. Voeg daar Turtle-pizzeria's, heruitgaven van The Secret of the Ooze en crossovers aan toe, en het is duidelijk: dit is geen losse sequel-strategie, dit is een ecosysteem. De vraag die wij stellen: is dit slimme wereldbouw… of pure IP-exploitatie in slow motion?

Sing the title to the tune of the theme song from Neverending Story and you'll get it! Some Wraith of the Righteous and Horror on the Hill spoilers, and a call in about treasure straight from the Bandit's Keep! Check it out!

Dubai chocolates are just Peppermint Crisps that went to private school - thank God we never fell for trends in the 80s.What was going on with Mastermind? Dori tells us how she made it a game for one whereas some of the covers suggested it was a game more enjoyed as a ménage à trois.We invent a new social network just for fans of The NeverEnding Story while trying to figure out what make s song an 80s song.Catherine O' Hara was an 80s legend and not even her trying to run someone over with an ice-cream truck will change our mind.In a no way obvious attempt to get a free cruise, Paulo puts together an 80s Mix Tape that needs to be played on deck.Finally in Two 80s Truths and Lie - R2D2 was slippery when wet, The Muppets encouraged Sex and Violence and Zap it in the hit parade.Mastermind Box Covers & Original Models (00:06:44):https://wearethemutants.com/2017/03/27/cunning-and-logic-the-international-imagery-of-mastermind/https://boardgamegeek.com/image/1032432/mastermindhttps://granapare.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dscn1854.jpghttps://wearethemutants.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/we-are-the-mutants-grand-mastermind.jpg?w=246https://assets.catawiki.nl/assets/1/a/0/7/a0719580-b4ea-012b-050d-0050569439b1.jpghttps://wearethemutants.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/we-are-the-mutants-mastermind-senha.jpg?w=234https://wearethemutants.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/we-are-the-mutants-royale-mastermind.jpg?w=600Catherine O'Hara Tribute & Situs Inversus:https://people.com/catherine-o-hara-situs-inversus-what-to-know-11896567Scorsese's After Hours Trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZzb_6LtMjYSeven Minutes in Heaven Movie Review:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BlxjeHcRyOI80s Boating & Ocean Playlisthttps://www.msccruises.co.za/cruise-deals/theme-cruises/2025-2026-season/the-80s-and-90s-cruise-2026“Sailing” – Christopher Cross “Orinoco Flow (Sail Away)” – Enya “The Tide Is High” – Blondie “Ship of Fools” – Erasure “Captain of Her Heart” – Double “I Ran (So Far Away)” – A Flock of Seagulls “Kokomo” – The Beach Boys“Caribbean Queen” – Billy Ocean (Sailing on the seven seas - OMDBonus Track  “Ocean Size” – Jane's Addiction Two 80s Truths and a Lie GameJon Bon Jovi was R2D2: https://web.facebook.com/share/v/18A9iG8Ane/ Zibi & Gang - Zap It In The Zibi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90aeEmiLync#Mastermind, #board game, #nostalgia, #70s, #80s, #gameplay, #game pieces, #cover art, #international versions, #Bill Woodward, #Cecilia Fung, #code-breaking game, #colored pegs, #guessing game, #Wordle, #black and white pegs, #Facebook, #childhood memories, #two-player game, #personal anecdotes, #hairdresser, #game box covers, #Asian version, #European version, #Oingo Boingo, #Dead Man's Party, #80s music, #synth, #Depeche Mode, #Stock Aitken Waterman, #Jennifer Connelly, #teen movies, #Seven Minutes in Heaven, #high school, #politics, #president, #vice president, #Muppets, #novelty songs, #podcast, #social media,  #algorithms, #Two 80s truths and lies, #Robert Schroeder, #Roy Balkan.

We get double crossed by The Rip and also talk Earthquake, It Was Just an Accident, The NeverEnding Story, Sentimental Value, Flight Risk and Anaconda (2025).

Freunde lügen nicht! Und deshalb: ja, ich habe alle "Stranger Things" Staffeln im Dezember noch einmal komplett gerewatcht. Auch wir konnten uns dem "Stranger Things" Serien-Phänomen nicht entziehen und so wühlen wir uns Episode für Episode, Staffel für Staffel durch die bemerkenswerte musikalische Begleitung des emotionalen 80er-Jahre Soundtracks. Wir besprechen, bewerten UND SPIELEN die für uns 24 (!) wichtigsten Songs aus "Stranger Things" inklusive ihrer Bedeutung für die jeweilige Handlung. Ein intensiver Ritt, das kann man sagen! Dazu gibt`s noch unsere Rezensionen zu Alben von DM Stith und Brutus. .....RUBRIK: Die HausaufgabeLars und Markus schlagen sich gegenseitig ein Album vor, das dann subjektiv auseinandergenommen wird.Wir vergeben Punkte zwischen 1 (mies) und 10 (genial). Es gibt immer jede Menge Gesprächsstoff!Ihr könnt jederzeit mitvoten. Jedes besprochene Album führen wir hier https://www.tunefish-podcast.de/hausaufgabe/ mit Wertung auf. Ihr könnt Eure Punktzahl als Mail an tunefish@derherrgott.de, über das Formular auf der Seite oder via Social Media schicken.>>> EUER SENF DAZU:Unser Podcast lebt immer auch von Eurem Input, daher scheut Euch bitte nicht zu kommentieren, zu kritisieren oder gerne auch zu loben. Sei es als Text oder Sprachnachricht. Wir senden unglaublich gerne Eure Meinungen. Alle Kontaktmöglichkeiten, Shownotes und Infos zu unseren Gästen (und natürlich auch alle Episoden selbst) findet Ihr auf unserer Website: https://www.tunefish-podcast.de/>>> EUER SUPPORT:Da wir den Podcast dauerhaft werbefrei halten wollen, Euch aber gleichzeitig mehr Musik im Podcast bieten wollen, haben wir uns auf Anregung einer Hörerin überlegt, wie Ihr – die Hörenden – uns hier vielleicht etwas unterstützen könntet. Wählt selbst:• Patreon• PayPal• BitcoinAlle Support-Infos:https://www.tunefish-podcast.de/support/Unsere begleitende Spotify Playlist zur Episode 39:>> erscheint in KürzeHier könnt Ihr die von uns in dieser Episode erwähnten Künstler, Songs oder Alben nachhören, die wir in den einzelnen Episoden besprechen:Wenn Euch gefällt, was wir tun ...... helft Ihr uns unglaublich damit, wenn Ihr uns eine positive Bewertung gebt, wo auch immer Ihr uns hört.5 Sterne, Abos und Likes bei den einzelnen Folgen sind unser schönster Applaus. Stay tunefished, Lars & Markus .....RSS-Feed zum Podcast:https://letscast.fm/podcasts/tunefish-862dcd8d/feed.....Schreibt uns eine Mail oder kommentiert auf unserer nagelneuen Website:https://www.tunefish-podcast.de/TuneFish aufInstagramBlueskyFacebookMastodon

Mother Hilda says the story of the Gerasene demoniac is a difficult but wise decision that served a greater purpose. We're challenged to ask, what story our lives are telling—whether one of self-centeredness and superficiality or one reflecting God's attributes of kindness and generosity—while remembering that God's life is always telling our story

Indulge the 80's kid within, put on your Walkman and listen to our discussion of Labyrinth and The Neverending Story !  If only Artax had access to Bowie's buoyant bulge, he might have survived the Swamp of Sadness!  #labyrinth #bowie #davidbowie #jenniferconnelly #jimhenson #neverendingstory #artax #atreyu #toblerone

In episode 222, I look at the history of the 1984 classic movie, The Neverending Story. The history of the movie/book, the song and of course it's pop culture references in Stranger Things. A fun little episode on why stories don't survive because they're old. They survive because we still need them.

In this captivating conversation, host Neil Haley welcomes Tami Stronach, the actress who captured hearts worldwide as the Childlike Empress in the 1984 fantasy classic The NeverEnding Story. Stronach shares the remarkable story of how a chance encounter with a casting agent at her San Francisco acting class led to three auditions across two continents, ultimately landing her the iconic role at just 10 years old. She opens up about the intense filming experience at Bavaria Studios in Germany, working with director Wolfgang Petersen, and how the grueling but magical shoot instilled in her a lifelong love of fantasy storytelling. Despite the film's massive success and her memorable performance, Stronach reveals the thoughtful family decision to walk away from Hollywood as a child, turning down scripts that didn't align with her values, including some that contained violence and nudity inappropriate for an 11-year-old.Now, decades later, Stronach has come full circle in her creative journey. After dedicating 20 years to professional dance in New York City, performing with various companies, running her own dance troupe, teaching at Marymount Manhattan College, and acting in theater productions, she has launched Paper Canoe Company with her husband. This family entertainment venture creates shows, concerts, and content that echo the whimsical spirit of The NeverEnding Story while involving their daughter Maya in the creative process. Stronach discusses her recent return to the public eye through comic conventions and social media (Twitter: @NeverEndingTammy), expressing genuine surprise and gratitude that fans continue to cherish the film and encourage her to return to screen acting. She reflects on how fantasy stories help us process difficult realities, the formative impact of childhood experiences, and her excitement about potentially exploring film acting again after focusing on live performance for so many years.

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Shai, Lily, and Becky kick off the New Year reacting to movie news, including the Neverending Story reboot, Voltron, and X-Men updates. They also give out some coveted "I Told You Show Awards," celebrating the best recommendations they've already received for 2026.  Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, curated episode playlists from the hosts and guests (including our mom), and at MOST one email per month (and probably fewer).  Closed captions for this episode are available via the player on the official Friday Night Movie homepage, the Podbean app and website, and YouTube.  The Friday Night Movie Family supports the following organizations: The Red Tent Fund | HIAS | Equal Justice Initiative | Asian American Journalists Association | The Entertainment Community Fund. Subscribe, rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform, including iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play | Podbean | Overcast. Play along with Friday Night Movie at home! Read the FNM Glossary to learn the about our signature bits (e.g., Buy/Rent/Meh, I Told You Shows, Tradesies, etc). Email us at info@p4tmedia.com or tweet @FriNightMovie, @pancake4table, @chichiKgomez, and/or  @paperBKprincess.  Follow our creations and zany Instagram stories @frinightmovie, @FNMsisters, and @pancake4table. Follow us on Letterboxd (@pancake4table) where we're rating every movie we've EVER watched.  Subscribe to our quarterly newsletter for exclusive giveaways and news! Theme music by What Does It Eat.  Subscribe and leave a review on IOS or Android at frinightmovie.com.

This week, Laura and Hugo dive into films chosen by you. Drawing from our LAB Suggestions programme, where audiences select their favourite films to be shown on the big screen in Amsterdam, they share their standout picks. From the chilling plausibility of Children of Men to a friendly (but pointed) debate over whether Christopher Nolan's Inception owes more than a little to Satoshi Kon's Paprika.Along the way, they share tidbits from conversations with Colin Farrell and Alfonso Cuarón, plus a voice note from one of our listeners whose pick, The NeverEnding Story, is heading to the big screen.Get tickets to LAB Suggestions @ LAB111Get tickets to Hamnet @ LAB111Get tickets to The Actor's Archive: Jane Fonda @ LAB111Get tickets to Fight The Power: Goodbye Julia @ LAB111

Some people say this show is a Never Ending Story.  But, today we bring back one of our favorite guests back to our story, and that is Limahl!  You may know Limahl as the frontman of Kajagoogoo, you may have listened to his "One Wish for Christmas" this holiday season, or you may remember him as the singer of "Never Ending Story", but we now know him as a great humble, funny guy who gives a great interview.  We dive into everything from Limahl's current music projects, his legacy of music, and even the shock of "Never Ending Story" exploding once again in Stranger Things.  A fantastic interview.     We also dive into Mike's visit to the Creel House, we give our thoughts on the Stranger Things finale, and play our yearly game of "God Complex", where Scott must bring a celebrity who passed in 2025 back from the dead.  Listen and see who came out victorious.   Fresh of his release of "One Wish For Christmas" , we are joined by the former lead of singer of Kajagoogoo and singer of "The Never Ending Story", Limahl.  We discussed Limahl's early career, The Never Ending Story, his career's ups and downs, and his plans for the future.  

Wolfgang Petersen's 1984 mythical fantasy adventure, THE NEVERENDING STORY, is our feature presentation this week! We discuss author Michael Ende's lawsuit against the adaptation, nostalgia being a bitch, the heavies on the Sphynx gatekeepers, and much more! We also pick our Top 7 Movies Viewed in a Classroom in this week's Silver Screen 7!  Join our Patreon ($2.99/month) here linktr.ee/brokenvcr to watch the episodes LIVE in video form day/weeks early. Find us on Instagram @thebrokenvcr and follow us on LetterBoxd! Become a regular here at THE BROKEN VCR!

Limahl hit the world scene in 1983 as the singer for Kajagoogoo and their extremely successful song “Too Shy”. In 1984 he had a massive solo hit with “The NeverEnding Story”. This year he released his cover of America's song “A Horse with No Name” and re-released his Christmas classic “One Wish for Christmas”. Limahl was nice enough to stop by the show! Doc and Limahl, talk about his birthday, celebrating Christmas, working at the Embassy Club, getting started with Kajagoogoo, recording NeverEnding Story, recording “A Horse with No Name, re-working his original Christmas song London for Christmas and much much more. Meanwhile on the rest of the show Doc and Claude strategically plan how to beat 560,000 other podcasts. Introduction: 0:00:22 Birthday Suit 1: 16:21 Ripped from the Headlines: 22:00 Shoutouts: 31:08 Limahl Interview: 34:54 Mike C Top 3: 1:27:57 Birthday Suit 2: 1:41:07 Birthday Suit 3: 1:43:08

0:00 Hey Hey it's WesDay! 1:19 Intro/Housekeeping2:55 What's Wes Been Up to? 3:42 Ghost Town6:40 Zero Caliber Tangent11:50 Tips, WTF Is The Hype Button? 14:30 Review Styles18:20 Tips, Hybrids vs Mods Why Are Mods Faster25:10 The Bounds VR Delayed29:50 Stellar Plans VR Delayed35:40 Arken Age Devs Giveaway! 39:37 Tips, Gunstocks? 43:30 PSVR2 Horizon Bundle Sold Out! 46:49 Automa56:00 We Need Arken Age 21:00:55 Death Horizon Drops Tomorrow1:07:40 VR Monkey Is The Shit1:09:02 PS5 Pro/Game Keys Winners!!1:13:13 City Of Hunger1:28:00 The Never Ending Story, Tangents1:39:40 Tips & Tangents1:54:45 Four Minute Challenge2:04:00 Thank You! Virtual Strangers Upcoming2:11:05 Thank You Again, Outro,2:14:40 Flashback: Dec 12, 2019

In this episode of Do The Work | Mindset Mastery I found myself reflecting on how much can shift in a single weekend. What started as a quick one day trip to see a UFC fight with my daughters turned into a reminder of why I do what I do and why the pressure I carry matters. Being in that arena, watching my girls take it all in, seeing their excitement, their curiosity, and their joy brought me right back to when they were little and would sit next to me watching fights on television. Those were our moments. And now to experience it at this level with them reminding me of our past and showing me what is possible in our future felt powerful. That moment became the backdrop for what hit me on Monday morning. The anxiety. The pressure. The feeling that everything I have built could fall apart in a single moment. It is a feeling I know well, and one that most business owners know too. It shows up even when your life feels like it is firing on all cylinders. It shows up even when everything is going right. And it hit me hard. It was one of those mornings where the weight felt heavier than usual, and even though I pushed through, I had to acknowledge that it was real. What I know now is that this feeling never fully goes away. It is part of the territory when you are building something meaningful. It is part of being a small business owner, a leader, a provider, a person with visions that reach far beyond where you stand today. The fear and anxiety are not signs that something is wrong. They are reminders that growth requires courage. They are reminders that expansion always demands more from you than the last season did. So I journaled, I prayed, I meditated, and I pushed my morning meeting back. Not to avoid it, but to acknowledge it and move through it. Because as uncomfortable as it is, it does not stop me. In fact, it forces me to move. The effort is what makes all the difference. Some days the effort flows effortlessly, and other days it drags. The point is that I keep showing up. What shifted everything for me was hearing Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, speak openly about waking up with fear every single day. He talked about knowing that he must face it head on and take action anyway. Here is a man leading one of the most successful companies in history, speaking the same language that so many of us whisper to ourselves in silence. That interview hit me hard. It reminded me that none of us are broken for feeling fear. We are human. And the people who rise are the ones who continue to move despite it. And it reminded me of why I never let myself forget the lowest points of my life. The years where I felt like I failed my family. Where I felt less than. Where I struggled to see any progress at all. I keep those memories close not because they define me, but because they drive me. They remind me that I never want to go back. They keep me sharp. They keep me aware. They keep me grateful for the chance to lead, to grow, and to build. Everything we experience is part of a never ending story. The fear. The doubt. The breakthroughs. The wins. The losses. It all plays a role in shaping who we are and who we are becoming. And even though it is uncomfortable, I now understand that these feelings are gifts. They create the environment that forces us to expand and forces us to pay attention. They create the space where we learn to respond instead of collapse. As we approach the new year, many people treat December 31 as the finish line and January 1 as the beginning. But it is not. Life and business do not reset. They continue. Your momentum does not disappear because the calendar flips. Your fear does not disappear either. But neither does your grit. Neither does your ability to rise. And when you consistently take the right actions, the results always follow. I believe 2026 is going to require more from all of us. More courage. More effort. More discipline. More vision. And while that is intimidating, it is also exciting. Because everything I have ever wanted has always been on the other side of the unknown. And this next season is no different. The anxiety I felt this morning is slowly shifting into excitement, because I know what we have built, and I know what we can create when we move with purpose. Every time I put my effort into something, I get what I want. That has always been true. And I am leaning into that once again. It is time to rise into the next level of who we are becoming. Reader Reflection Questions Where in your life are you allowing fear or anxiety to slow your momentum instead of using it as a signal to take action What memories or past struggles do you need to revisit so you can use them as fuel rather than as anchors How can you shift your current pressure into purpose and use it to build the next version of your life or business Notable Quotes Everything has a beginning point and a storyline of what it is you want out of every situation The only way to resolve this is through sheer effort and taking action I will never forget how I felt during my hardest moments because those memories keep me sharp and keep me moving Follow A.Z. Araujo on Social Media: Instagram: @azaraujo Facebook: A.Z. Araujo TikTok: A.Z. 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This isn't exactly a Christmas episode, although it certainly leans heavily into the season. That's because my guest today is an 80's icon who has released a Christmas song. Welcome Limahl to the podcast. You may remember him from the 80's band Kajagoogoo, and the track playing underneath all this intro stuff. Or you might remember him from the international #1 hit The Neverending Story from the movie of the same name. Limahl's story is fascinating. He got into music as a kid and even released a Christmas single in 1980! He tells me how he and the band Art Nouveau found each other and became Kajagoogoo. We even learn how the band name came about. Limahl tells the story of meeting Nick Rhodes from Duran Duran and how he got involved in the band's debut and how he (Limahl, not Nick) was fired at the height of their popularity. He didn't let that keep him down. He tells the story of The Neverending Story and how it was #1 in 17 countries! We're in a time crunch with this episode, but we do manage to discuss his recent cover of America's A Horse With No Name and his holiday single, One Wish For Christmas, which has it's own great, possibly neverending, story. Go to limahl.com for more information and links to his socials (try limahloffcial on your favorite platforms). Go listen to, stream, and buy One Wish For Christmas. It'll definitely get you in the holiday spirit. Check us out @PerformanceAnx. Merch is at performanceanx.threadless.com (great holiday gifts). Or just send money to ko-fi.com/performanceanxiety. I'll leave the Too Shy jokes to the man, himself…Limahl on Performance Anxiety on the Pantheon Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the end of the season and while we bump against some things (mainly the end of Hanzee's arc) we do end up loving this season of television. We talk about: Molly Bolo Tie, Neverending Story, Wake Up Dead Man, FFX, Luke's UI Take, Molly's VA Take, Black Friday, Kemonito, Dead Rising 2, Welcome To Earth, Surprising Non-Deaths, No Country Scene, One Act Of Cruelty And One Act Of Kindness, The Man's Burden, Hanzee's Stupid End, Mike's Sad End, Symbol Language, Cover Song Needle Drops,

Joe Ard and Charles McFall take Wise_N_Nerdy live to Conjuration, teaming up with authors Ben Meeks and Bob McGough for a chaotic, dice-driven hangout where fatherhood, fandom, and the hustle of creative life collide. One roll of the dice and they're deep into “How do I start selling at conventions?” with Ben and Bob breaking down what really goes into turning your books and crafts into table-ready money-makers—black tablecloths, book stands, Square readers, newsletter clipboards, and the all-important reality check on why you're doing events in the first place.From there, the conversation swings through awkward booth encounters (including over-sharing would-be authors and roaming conspiracy conversationalists), the power of having the right table partner, and the difference between Artist Alley and the vendor hall when it comes to actual sales. They wrap things up debating the best movies to introduce kids to fantasy—think The Princess Bride, Labyrinth, NeverEnding Story, Willow, and more—before landing in a storm of skunk apes, dad jokes, and pure nerd-dad energy. If you're a creative, a parent, or just love convention culture, this one hits all the sweet spots.Actionable TakeawaysStart small: hit local art markets, craft fairs, and library events before dropping big money on multi-day conventions and hotel rooms.Build a basic booth kit: black tablecloth, simple book or product stands, and at least one easy way to take electronic payments (plus some cash change).Protect your algorithm: let friends and family buy in person, but focus your online sales and reviews on strangers who actually read your genre.Scout your cons: visit first, see where Authors Alley and vendor spaces actually sit, and choose the spot with real foot traffic—not just a hallway of passers-through.Partner with people who match your energy: share tables with folks who hustle like you do, so someone is always “on” while the other is on panels or taking a breather.Quote“As long as you're covering your costs, every con is worth it—if you're losing money, you've got to dig down and ask why.”— Bob McGoughFollow Be Awesome Together on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTokThese notes are empowered by AI. ~Chad

Mike and Doug revisit the Mormon mythos and the Book of Mormon, from headless Shiz gasping for breath to Utah's mission-call pageantry and the culty performance of modern Mormonism. Doug reads from the book of Ether while Mike keeps interrupting with memories and myth, and somehow it all circles back to Jesus, ayahuasca, and The NeverEnding Story. A mix of laughter, rage, reverence, and the strange beauty of waking up.This week's intro music brought to you by The Space Druid!Want more? Our full archive of 200+ Mormons on Mushrooms episodes — past conversations, stories, and musical adventures — now lives in on Supercast.

Liberty Dispatch ~ November 28, 2025In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick give an update on all things COVID-19, yes, really! The psy-op continues, so we must continue to expose the lies. For full access to all our content, including the extended interviews, become a paid subscriber at: https://ldcanada.substack.com. Opening & Intro (00:00-01:39)Welcome & Introduction (01:39-09:07) Segment 1 - COVID-forever (09:07-21:41):“BirdsAdvice: MIP-C, COVID & autoimmune lung disease concerns” | BirdsAdvice: https://www.birdsadvice.com/mip-c-covid-autoimmune-lung-disease“One ‘super-COVID’ vaccine could…” | Yahoo News: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/one-super-covid-vaccines-could-160531219.html?_guc_consent_skip=1764213887 Segment 2 - Some COVID Truth (23:18–35:07):“New study obliterates the millions” | The Focal Points: https://www.thefocalpoints.com/p/new-study-obliterates-the-millions?publication_id=1119676&post_id=173806079&isFreemail=false&r=2juw10&triedRedirect=true;“CDC confirms 100% of reported COVID…” | 2ndSmartestGuyInTheWorld.com: https://www.2ndsmartestguyintheworld.com/p/cdc-confirms-100-of-reported-covid?r=1t79re&triedRedirect=true; Segment 3 - We Can Never Forget (36:01–52:55):“COVID-19 lockdowns stopped babies learning how to speak: study” | The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/11/26/covid-lockdowns-stopped-babies-learning-how-to-speak-study/ Telegraph+1;“Trump officials to link child deaths to COVID shots, alarming career scientists” | Toronto Sun (reposted Washington Post story summary): https://torontosun.com/news/world/trump-officials-to-link-child-deaths-to-covid-shots-alarming-career-scientists?taid=68c54ecd5fa50900017321dc;Conclusion (47:20 –52:55)Outro (52:55–53:24) SHOW SPONSORS:New Sponsor! Genesis Gold Group: https://bibleandgold.com Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/dispatch; BarterPay: https://barterpay.ca/; Barter It: https://www.barterit.ca/; Get freedom from Censorious CRMS by signing up for SalesNexus: https://www.salesnexus.com/; SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS:LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; CONTACT US: libertydispatch@pm.me STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liberty_dispatch/; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LibertyDispatchCanada; X: @LDCanada - https://x.com/_LDCanada; Rumble: https://rumble.com/LDshow; YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@libertydispatch Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE, & REVIEW, and SHARE it with others!

Liberty Dispatch ~ November 28, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick give an update on all things COVID-19, yes, really! The psy-op continues, so we must continue to expose the lies. For full access to all our content, including the extended interviews, become a paid subscriber at: https://ldcanada.substack.com. Opening & Intro (00:00-01:39) Welcome & Introduction (01:39-09:07) Segment 1 - COVID-forever (09:07-21:41): “BirdsAdvice: MIP-C, COVID & autoimmune lung disease concerns” | BirdsAdvice: https://www.birdsadvice.com/mip-c-covid-autoimmune-lung-disease “One ‘super-COVID' vaccine could…” | Yahoo News: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/one-super-covid-vaccines-could-160531219.html?_guc_consent_skip=1764213887 Segment 2 - Some COVID Truth (23:18–35:07): “New study obliterates the millions” | The Focal Points: https://www.thefocalpoints.com/p/new-study-obliterates-the-millions?publication_id=1119676&post_id=173806079&isFreemail=false&r=2juw10&triedRedirect=true; “CDC confirms 100% of reported COVID…” | 2ndSmartestGuyInTheWorld.com: https://www.2ndsmartestguyintheworld.com/p/cdc-confirms-100-of-reported-covid?r=1t79re&triedRedirect=true; Segment 3 - We Can Never Forget (36:01–52:55): “COVID-19 lockdowns stopped babies learning how to speak: study” | The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/11/26/covid-lockdowns-stopped-babies-learning-how-to-speak-study/ Telegraph+1; “Trump officials to link child deaths to COVID shots, alarming career scientists” | Toronto Sun (reposted Washington Post story summary): https://torontosun.com/news/world/trump-officials-to-link-child-deaths-to-covid-shots-alarming-career-scientists?taid=68c54ecd5fa50900017321dc; Conclusion (47:20 –52:55) Outro (52:55–53:24) SHOW SPONSORS: New Sponsor! Genesis Gold Group: https://bibleandgold.com Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/dispatch; BarterPay: https://barterpay.ca/; Barter It: https://www.barterit.ca/; Get freedom from Censorious CRMS by signing up for SalesNexus: https://www.salesnexus.com/; SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS: LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; CONTACT US: libertydispatch@pm.me STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liberty_dispatch/; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LibertyDispatchCanada; X: @LDCanada - https://x.com/_LDCanada; Rumble: https://rumble.com/LDshow; YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@libertydispatch Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE, & REVIEW, and SHARE it with others!

Liberty Dispatch ~ November 28, 2025In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick give an update on all things COVID-19, yes, really! The psy-op continues, so we must continue to expose the lies. For full access to all our content, including the extended interviews, become a paid subscriber at: https://ldcanada.substack.com. Opening & Intro (00:00-01:39)Welcome & Introduction (01:39-09:07) Segment 1 - COVID-forever (09:07-21:41):“BirdsAdvice: MIP-C, COVID & autoimmune lung disease concerns” | BirdsAdvice: https://www.birdsadvice.com/mip-c-covid-autoimmune-lung-disease“One ‘super-COVID’ vaccine could…” | Yahoo News: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/one-super-covid-vaccines-could-160531219.html?_guc_consent_skip=1764213887 Segment 2 - Some COVID Truth (23:18–35:07):“New study obliterates the millions” | The Focal Points: https://www.thefocalpoints.com/p/new-study-obliterates-the-millions?publication_id=1119676&post_id=173806079&isFreemail=false&r=2juw10&triedRedirect=true;“CDC confirms 100% of reported COVID…” | 2ndSmartestGuyInTheWorld.com: https://www.2ndsmartestguyintheworld.com/p/cdc-confirms-100-of-reported-covid?r=1t79re&triedRedirect=true; Segment 3 - We Can Never Forget (36:01–52:55):“COVID-19 lockdowns stopped babies learning how to speak: study” | The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/11/26/covid-lockdowns-stopped-babies-learning-how-to-speak-study/ Telegraph+1;“Trump officials to link child deaths to COVID shots, alarming career scientists” | Toronto Sun (reposted Washington Post story summary): https://torontosun.com/news/world/trump-officials-to-link-child-deaths-to-covid-shots-alarming-career-scientists?taid=68c54ecd5fa50900017321dc;Conclusion (47:20 –52:55)Outro (52:55–53:24) SHOW SPONSORS:New Sponsor! Genesis Gold Group: https://bibleandgold.com Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/dispatch; BarterPay: https://barterpay.ca/; Barter It: https://www.barterit.ca/; Get freedom from Censorious CRMS by signing up for SalesNexus: https://www.salesnexus.com/; SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS:LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; CONTACT US: libertydispatch@pm.me STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liberty_dispatch/; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LibertyDispatchCanada; X: @LDCanada - https://x.com/_LDCanada; Rumble: https://rumble.com/LDshow; YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@libertydispatch Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE, & REVIEW, and SHARE it with others!

For every good RICC cosplay, there's 1,000 bad ones. This year, the bar was raised, thanks to a dedicated "Neverending Story" fan costume and puppet show that blew our jaded minds. They still killed that horse, though... -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The Award Winning Joe Escalante's weekly cannonball into the business end of showbiz. This week: The Award Winning Joe humble brags about winning a film award about his documentary on the oldest surf shop in the world. the latest Box office numbers: Now You See Me, Now You Don't is #1 (didn't see it)... The Running Man interests The Award Winning Joe, even though he never saw the original... Die My Love was dead on arrival. And the legal hub-bub around the Kim Kardashian sex tape (from 20 years ago) is the Neverending Story... The Award Winning Joe Escalante thanks you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Toon'd In!, Jim Cummings welcomes the incomparable Alan Oppenheimer — a true titan of voice acting whose legendary career has spanned over six decades! From bringing life (and a little evil) to Skeletor in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe to voicing Falkor the Luckdragon and The Rockbiter in The NeverEnding Story, Alan's voice has defined generations of imagination and adventure.In this lively and nostalgic episode, Alan shares incredible stories from his prolific career across animation, television, and film — from the early days of Saturday morning cartoons to his unforgettable roles in pop culture classics. He and Jim reminisce about the golden era of voice acting, the craft behind creating memorable characters, and the camaraderie that shaped an entire industry.With laughter, wisdom, and a few behind-the-scenes surprises, this conversation is a heartfelt journey through the voices that inspired millions. Alan offers insights into the art of versatility, the importance of finding truth in even the wildest characters, and what it means to stay creative after a lifetime in entertainment.

The writers of the New Testament consistently pointed out that Jesus' primary role was a king who had come to establish God's Kingdom here on earth — and everyone is invited to participate in it. If we re-center our faith around the arrival of a King, rather than simply a ticket to heaven, we will discover why his arrival — and his Kingdom — is good news for all people! • Westbridge Church is people helping people FIND and FOLLOW JESUS! We believe that no matter where you are in your faith, there's always a next step you can take to grow in your relationship with God. As a church, we are committed to continually growing and encouraging others to grow in their faith, connect in community, share God's grace, serve others, live generously, and have serious fun along the way. Learn more: https://westbridgechurch.com/ Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/westbridgechurchmn Current worship: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2lpxmpwwtzhkeebpp8frhihttp://spotify.com/playlist/2lpxmpwwtzhkeebpp8frhi

The Never-Ending Story of our Bound Will & Election. In this episode, we write an epilogue —so to speak— to our series on the Bondage of the Will and wrap up our thoughts about the Here We Still Stand Conference 2025. We ask, “From whence comes a preacher?” Where does one go for gospel-comfort and the gifts of salvation? What is the Gospel? What is the purpose of the Church? What are the practical consequences of having a will that is bound up to sin, the world, and the evil one? What happens when the churches reject the “hinge” upon which all doctrines turn? And we talk about fantasy and science-fiction writing, 80s children's movies, and other pop culture nostalgia. SHOW NOTES:  The Captivation of the Will: Luther Vs. Erasmus on Freedom and Bondage by Gerhard O. Forde https://amzn.to/4mOYuPx  HWSS SD 2025 https://www.1517.org/events/hwss-2025-sd  What Is Christianity? And Other Essays - Franz Pieper https://www.cph.org/what-is-christianity-and-other-essays  The Mandibles: A Family, 2029-2047 https://amzn.to/4hoOdaK  Luther Small Catechism - Third Article https://catechism.cph.org/en/creed.html    Captivation of the Will Series: 407: Paulson - The free will is demonstrably not Jesus Christ https://www.1517.org/podcast-overview/407-paulson  408: Nestigen - Luther and Erasmus on the Bondage of the Will https://www.1517.org/podcast-overview/408-nestigen  409: Forde - Take away assertions and you take away Christianity https://www.1517.org/podcast-overview/409-forde  410: Forde - Better not to let the "common herd" in on such lofty and dangerous academic secrets https://www.1517.org/podcast-overview/410-forde  411: Forde - Are we puppets, being jerked around against our wills by a malevolent puppeteer? https://www.1517.org/podcast-overview/411-forde 412: Forde - The gospel, and only the gospel, spells the end of the hidden God https://www.1517.org/podcast-overview/411-forde    More from 1517: Support 1517 Podcast Network: https://www.1517.org/donate-podcasts 1517 Podcasts: http://www.1517.org/podcasts 1517 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1517org 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/1517-podcast-network/id6442751370 1517 Events Schedule: https://www.1517.org/events 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education: https://academy.1517.org/   What's New from 1517: Untamed Prayers: 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms by Chad Bird https://www.amazon.com/Untamed-Prayers-Devotions-Christ-Psalms/dp/1964419263 Remembering Your Baptism: A 40-Day Devotional by Kathryn Morales https://shop.1517.org/collections/new-releases/products/9781964419039-remembering-your-baptism  Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug https://shop.1517.org/products/9781964419152-sinner-saint  The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction by Donavan Riley https://shop.1517.org/products/9781962654708-the-impossible-prize    More from the hosts: Donovan Riley https://www.1517.org/contributors/donavon-riley  Christopher Gillespie https://www.1517.org/contributors/christopher-gillespie   CONTACT and FOLLOW: Email mailto:BannedBooks@1517.org  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BannedBooksPod/  Twitter https://twitter.com/bannedbooks1517   SUBSCRIBE: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BannedBooks Rumble https://rumble.com/c/c-1223313  Odysee https://odysee.com/@bannedbooks:5 Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banned-books/id1370993639  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2ahA20sZMpBxg9vgiRVQba  Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1370993639/banned-books    MORE LINKS: Tin Foil Haloes https://t.me/bannedpastors Warrior Priest Gym & Podcast https://thewarriorpriestpodcast.wordpress.com   St John's Lutheran Church (Webster, MN) - FB Live Bible Study Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/356667039608511  Gillespie's Sermons and Catechesis http://youtube.com/stjohnrandomlake  Donavon's Substack https://donavonlriley.substack.com Gillespie's Nostr https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqszfrg80ctjdr0wy5arrseu6h9g36kqx8fanr6a6zee0n8txa7xytc627hlq   Gillespie Coffee https://gillespie.coffee   Gillespie Media https://gillespie.media  

Get ready for a nostalgic showdown as we crown the ultimate 1984 movie in our bracket battle! In this episode of Masturbators Presents: Bracket Reviews, Diandre Robinson breaks down the thrilling competition that saw Ghostbusters triumph over iconic films like The Terminator, 16 Candles, and Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. With fan votes from Twitter and insightful commentary, we rank classics like Beverly Hills Cop, The Karate Kid, Gremlins, and more. Did your favorite 1984 movie make the cut? Tune in to see how it all unfolded and find out why Ghostbusters claimed the top spot in this epic movie bracket!

While fantasy films have existed almost as long as cinema, the genre cast a particularly potent spell on the movies of the 1970s and especially the 1980s. Studios needed new horizons for adventure films, and bigger budgets led to awe-inspiring tales of warriors and wizards, magic and dragons. Fans of high fantasy films were awash in epic tales in the last quarter of the 20th Century. So strap on your shield and sandals as the Great Pop Culture Debate begins its quest to name the Best Fantasy Film from 1975 to 1999. Movies discussed: The NeverEnding Story, Ladyhawke, The Princess Bride, The Hobbit, Legend, Masters of the Universe, The Last Unicorn, Labyrinth, Willow, The Beastmaster, The Black Cauldron, Conan the Destroyer, Clash of the Titans, Army of Darkness, Excalibur, The Dark Crystal Join host Eric Rezsnyak and GPCD panelists Bob Erlenback, Kevin Dillon, and Michael Schwarz as they discuss 16 of the most fantastical movies from the end of the 20th Century. Play along at home by finding the listener bracket here. Make a copy for yourself, fill it out, and see if your picks match up with ours! For the warm-up to this episode, in which we discuss even more fantasy films we love that didn't make the bracket, become a Patreon supporter of the podcast today. Looking for more reasons to become a Patreon supporter? Check out our Top 10 Patreon Perks. Want to watch the episode instead? As of Season 12, we now have full video episodes up on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel for even more original, exclusive episodes! Want to play along at home? Download the Listener Bracket and see if your picks match up with ours! Sign up for our weekly newsletter! Subscribe to find out what's new in pop culture each week right in your inbox! Vote in more pop culture polls! Check out our Open Polls. Your votes determine our future debates! Then, vote in our Future Topic Polls to have a say in what episodes we tackle next. Episode Credits Host: Eric Rezsnyak Panelists: Bob Erlenback, Kevin Dillon, Michael Schwarz Producer: Derek Mekita Editor: Bob Erlenback Theme Music: “Dance to My Tune” by Marc Torch #film #movies #fantasy #fantasyfilms #80smovies #1980s #80sfilms #highfantasy #thehobbit #labyrinth #neverendingstory #thebeastmaster #conan #conanthedestroyer #thelastunicorn #legend #excalibur #mastersoftheuniverse #clashofthetitans #theblackcauldron #thedarkcrystal #willow #theprincessbride Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While fantasy films have existed almost as long as cinema, the genre cast a particularly potent spell on the movies of the 1970s and especially the 1980s. Studios needed new horizons for adventure films, and bigger budgets led to awe-inspiring tales of warriors and wizards, magic and dragons. Fans of high fantasy films were awash in epic tales in the last quarter of the 20th Century. So strap on your shield and sandals as the Great Pop Culture Debate begins its quest to name the Best Fantasy Film from 1975 to 1999. Movies discussed: The NeverEnding Story, Ladyhawke, The Princess Bride, The Hobbit, Legend, Masters of the Universe, The Last Unicorn, Labyrinth, Willow, The Beastmaster, The Black Cauldron, Conan the Destroyer, Clash of the Titans, Army of Darkness, Excalibur, The Dark Crystal Join host Eric Rezsnyak and GPCD panelists Bob Erlenback, Kevin Dillon, and Michael Schwarz as they discuss 16 of the most fantastical movies from the end of the 20th Century. Play along at home by finding the listener bracket here. Make a copy for yourself, fill it out, and see if your picks match up with ours! For the warm-up to this episode, in which we discuss even more fantasy films we love that didn't make the bracket, become a Patreon supporter of the podcast today. Looking for more reasons to become a Patreon supporter? Check out our Top 10 Patreon Perks. Want to watch the episode instead? As of Season 12, we now have full video episodes up on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel for even more original, exclusive episodes! Want to play along at home? Download the Listener Bracket and see if your picks match up with ours! Sign up for our weekly newsletter! Subscribe to find out what's new in pop culture each week right in your inbox! Vote in more pop culture polls! Check out our Open Polls. Your votes determine our future debates! Then, vote in our Future Topic Polls to have a say in what episodes we tackle next. Episode Credits Host: Eric Rezsnyak Panelists: Bob Erlenback, Kevin Dillon, Michael Schwarz Producer: Derek Mekita Editor: Bob Erlenback Theme Music: “Dance to My Tune” by Marc Torch #film #movies #fantasy #fantasyfilms #80smovies #1980s #80sfilms #highfantasy #thehobbit #labyrinth #neverendingstory #thebeastmaster #conan #conanthedestroyer #thelastunicorn #legend #excalibur #mastersoftheuniverse #clashofthetitans #theblackcauldron #thedarkcrystal #willow #theprincessbride Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textToday's episode is my conversation about the 1929 film Condemned. I'm joined by Luis Mendez from The Mendez Movie Report and we talk about whether or not it is smart for a prison warden to bring in a prisoner to work in his home, the ongoing development of story pacing in films at this time, and some choices that were made with the intent of taking advantage of the use of sound even in the early stages of sound cinema. You can watch Condemned on YouTube and be sure to check out Luis's newsletter.Other films mentioned in this episode include:Bulldog Drummond directed by F. Richard JonesCimmaron (1931) directed by Wesley RugglesCimmaron (1960) directed by Anthony MannRaffles directed by George FitzmauriceGone With the Wind directed by Victor FlemingDisraeli directed by Alfred E. GreenThe Big House directed by George HillThe Big Pond directed by Hobart HenleyThe Love Parade directed by Ernst LubitschThe Rogue Song directed by Lionel BarrymoreLost Horizon directed by Frank CapraTempest directed by Sam TaylorTwo Arabian Knights directed by Lewis MilestoneAll Quiet on the Western Front directed by Lewis MilestoneSunrise directed by F.W. MurnauWings directed by William A. WellmanHoliday directed by Edward H. GriffithThe Maltese Falcon directed by Roy Del RuthThe Maltese Falcon directed by John HustonThe Letter directed by Jean De LimurThe Letter directed by William WylerAcquitted directed by Frank R. StrayerOther referenced topics:The Neverending Story (novel) by Michael EndeThe Mary Tyler Moore Show (series)Condemned to Devil's Island: The Biography of an Unknown Convict by Blair NilesDerek Winnert reviewFernando Silva on CineMaven's ESSAYS from the COUCHSupport the show

Blast off with Johnny Spoiler and Jordan Savage in this ultimate retro sci-fi podcast! We dive into the cult classic Message from Space, exploring its epic space opera story, Vic Morrow's General Garada, Sonny Chiba's martial arts action, and its nostalgic nods to Flash Gordon and The Wizard of Oz.Then, we get creative with a cosmic twist: plan your own Message from Space themed party with space walnuts, galactic guacamole, costumes, and fun ideas for celebrating with fellow fans. Plus, stick around for a bonus discussion on The Never-Ending Story.Perfect for movie lovers, retro sci-fi enthusiasts, and anyone looking to combine cinematic nostalgia with fun party inspiration!Bonus Episode Watch Here: https://youtu.be/o3jo4-PKidE

Kathleen and Miles are joined by first time viewer, Kirk to review the third season of Stranger Things!Join us as we discuss the Battle of Starcourt including Joyce's turning of the key, Billy's final act of good and the Never Ending Story interlude. We talk about the “Meat Flayer”, Operation Child Endangerment, Robin and Steve, Eleven and Mike and if Will can just get one dang game of D&D!We end with MVP (most valuable player) and LVP (least valuable player) awards and Kirk's predictions for Season 4.

My guest this week is writer Mark Waddell. His novel, Colin Gets Promoted and Dooms the World, comes out next week on October 7 — a queer story about an office worker whose career advancement involves world-ending consequences. There's an autobiographical edge to the story, since in his real life Mark had a dream job going back to childhood… and it was only after he achieved it that he realized just how harmful his dreams were, and decided to leave it all behind to become a writer.We'll have that conversation in just a minute. First, a few announcements: As I'm sure you know, I make YouTube videos about iconic movies and TV shows, and I have a brand new video out now about the movie Kiss of the Spider Woman — and how it was made in defiance of the film industry, in defiance of Ronald Reagan, and in defiance of multiple fascist dictators. That's available now at youtube.com/mattbaume.The topic of next month's video is the iconic 1931 Frankenstein film and its maker, James Whale — and in his honor, for the entire month of October I'm hosting livestreams of films by and about James Whale. Join me every Saturday and Sunday on Twitch for movies like The Old Dark House, The Invisible Man, Gods and Monsters starring Ian McKellen and Brendan Fraser, and of course Frankenstein and The Bride of Frankenstein. These films helped define a century of scary movies, and they are incredibly queer. It all starts this Saturday October 4 at noon pacific at Twitch.tv/mattbaume.

Come with us on a journey to Fantasia in this episodes film, Neverending Story. In this episode we discuss the shift in idenity that takes place when we lose a loved one. We discover the stages of grief throughout the film. We also discuss bibliotherapy and using stories to help heal ourselves. Please enjoy this wild ride with us. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

In this conversation, we close the villain series with the Invisible Destroyer—also known as The Nothing from The NeverEnding Story. This archetype represents the paralysis of possibility, where imagination and inspiration remain ungrounded, slowly eroding both the self and those around it. We explore how this villain shows up as addiction, avoidance, and endless questioning, and how its transformation into the Architect brings creativity into embodied form. Along the way, we unpack how this arc blends qualities of the Enneagram 5 and 6, why Radiohead may be its unofficial soundtrack, and what it really takes to move from disappearing into inertia to choosing life, creation, and presence. We close with a vivid “Am I the Asshole?” example that grounds these themes in relationship dynamics.Timestamps00:00 — Welcome, final villain in the series00:15 — Invisible Destroyer, aka The Nothing00:30 — Archetypal map: Enneagram 9, head center, separation wound, house of addiction01:20 — Why it feels like “a combo of the 5 and 6”: evasive expert + divisive immortal01:45 — The NeverEnding Story and the Nothing as lack of human attention and imagination03:00 — Paralyzed by possibility: endless questions without action04:10 — The wake of destruction from inaction and addiction04:40 — Successful Antagonist: The Questioner, delaying decisions forever06:10 — Wounded Child: The Overwhelmed, never big enough to handle life07:00 — Covert Form: The Addict, disappearing through escapism08:10 — Hero: The Embodied, choosing incarnation, creation, and presence (with pleasure as a pathway)09:20 — Legend: The Architect, building grounded worlds from imagination10:00 — Why this arc belongs at the end of the villain cycle: outward, complex, foundational10:45 — Real-life dynamics: undervaluing presence and its destructive impact on relationships11:30 — AITA case study: birthday dinner, avoidance, blocking, and the Nothing's invisibility wound13:30 — Radiohead soundtrack: How to Disappear Completely, Lotus Flower, and the addictive undertones of disappearing17:00 — Closing thoughts: start with villains 1–6 before tackling the complexity of 7–9The arc at a glancePinnacle Villain: Invisible Destroyer (The Nothing) — Inspiration ungrounded, inertia that consumes.Successful Antagonist: The Questioner — Delays action indefinitely by demanding more certainty.Wounded Child: The Overwhelmed — Believes they can never be big enough to handle life.Covert Form: The Addict — Escapes through substances or compulsions, invisibly eroding relationships.Hero: The Embodied — Chooses presence, incarnation, creativity, and embodied pleasure.Legend: The Architect — Builds tangible worlds from imagination and dreams.Key ideas and languageThe Nothing: Inaction as destruction; the void left when imagination is unused.Addiction as covert destruction: Disappearing through self-harm, leaving collateral damage.Paralysis of possibility: Asking without acting, researching without deciding.Presence as medicine: Recognizing that showing up, even imperfectly, matters.Imagination grounded: Dreams are valuable only when incarnated into lived form.Practices for listenersPleasure as embodimentUse sexual or sensual pleasure as a direct route into your body.Notice how aliveness shifts when you commit to being present in sensation.The small action rulePick one tiny step toward creation daily, even if imperfect.Doing badly is better than not doing at all.Name the overwhelmWrite down three things you cannot do right now.Then choose one thing you can do and act on it.Reclaim visibilityAsk yourself: “Where am I pretending my presence doesn't matter?”Practice showing up where you assume no one cares.Case study insightsBirthday dinner scenario: Downplaying one's presence leads to relational collapse. The Invisible Destroyer thinks, “It doesn't matter if I'm there,” but others feel abandoned. Repair requires recognizing that presence itself carries value.Pull quotes“When imagination is left fallow, the Nothing takes over.”“Addiction is the covert face of disappearance.”“The Architect builds worlds. The Invisible Destroyer erases them by never beginning.”GlossaryHead Center: Pressure for inspiration; linked to Enneagram 9 and separation wound.Paralysis of possibility: An endless loop of questions that prevents movement.Architect: The Legend who incarnates dreams into grounded creation.MentionsThe NeverEnding Story (book vs. film) and the Childlike Empress's need for a new name.Radiohead songs: How to Disappear Completely and Lotus Flower as archetypal expressions.Where the Heart Is (film reference) for addiction and self-directed harm.Resources and next stepsTry the Inner Villain quiz to identify where you sit with this arc.Revisit earlier villains (1–6) before tackling the 7–9 arcs for deeper clarity.Explore the Invisible Destroyer playlist, including Radiohead's catalog, to feel the archetype somatically.CreditsHosts: Kristina Wiltsee and AnnaSeries: Inner Villain → Hero → LegendAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we'll be heading to a magical land where books have power, dreams can come tree, and haunting horse death is all part of a fun kids adventure! Yes, it's The Never Ending StoryAnd joining me to chat about a whole lot of nothing, is Kate McCabe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're diving into a wild and often-forgotten sequel — The NeverEnding Story III.Yes, it's the one with Jack Black, Barky the tree, and enough shopping montages to qualify as a 90s time capsule. And while this one didn't hit U.S. theaters, it's a ride that has to be seen to be believed (and you can still watch it free on YouTube

Next week, we're heading back to Fantasia (and a little ‘90s nostalgia) with The NeverEnding Story III — and for it, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with actress Melody Kay.You may know Melody from Camp Nowhere or The NeverEnding Story III, but after an early rise in Hollywood, she stepped away from acting to raise her family. Now she's back and starring in the new film Round the Decay.Melody opened up about:How she landed her breakout roles in the ‘90sBehind-the-scenes chaos and fun from Camp Nowhere and The NeverEnding Story IIIWhat it was like to work internationally at such a young ageWhy she decided to step away from Hollywood and what brought her backHer experience returning to set for Round the DecayAnd plenty of personal stories that fans will love

The Plugged In team often receives comments and questions from a variety of people. With The Plugged In Show coming to a close, the team pulls out some of those questions and comments to address them. They then take a look at Focus on the Family’s soon-to-be-released documentary Truth Rising and the power of the documentary genre. Then you’ll hear some of the silly, sometimes embarrassing bloopers from the team! Click here to get your copy of the Plugged In team’s helpful book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Magic Mike · Magic Mike XXL · Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 · The Neverending Story · 7 Bears · The Summer I Turned Pretty · Superman · Freaky Friday · Freakier Friday · Smurfs · Wicked: Part 1 · The Chosen · Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace Check out the Plugged In Blog: · The Plugged In Movie Awards 2025 · Americas Pastime: Six Great Movies about Baseball · Christian Movie Madness 2025 Truth Rising The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

It's time for another Mind Gap Podcast! This week, Doug and Justin explore the weirdest food combinations they secretly love and some of their less savory eating habits. The dorks then delve into their main topic of discussing the most traumatizing scenes from kids' movies. Some of the films discussed are The Neverending Story, The Lion King, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Watership Down, E.T., and My Girl. By the end, our guys finally start to figure out why they're carrying around so much emotional baggage!   Things are wrapped up with another round of Patch Notes: Real Life Edition, where Doug reads out patch notes for real life and Justin has to decide if they're good or if they should be scrapped as garbage. Check out our YouTube channel where we livestream our new podcast episodes every Tuesday at 8pmCT and our video game stream every Saturday at 8pmCT. Be sure to like and subscribe for this content as well as episode highlights, Doug Watches Awkward Videos, Justin Plays Video games, and more!   We have MERCH now!   Follow us on all of our social medias and other platforms!  

Turn around and look at what you see as we soar into the Mirror of our Dreams in The Neverending Story. We discuss how this dark children's fantasy film traumatized us, the light mythology of the world of Fantasia, and why this film became so iconic to an entire generation. Hop your luck dragon to rediscover this classic childhood Messed Up Movie.  Synopsis: A troubled boy dives into a wondrous fantasy world through the pages of a mysterious book. Starring: Noah Hathaway, Barret Oliver, Gerald McRaney Directed by Wolfgang Petersen Help us make our first feature length Messed Up Movie: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/mr-creamjean-s-hidey-hole-horror-comedy-movie#/ Support the show on the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/messedupmoviespod Watch our newest short film Sugar Tits Now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sz7leFqqo4g

In this episode, Joe Moore is joined by Mareesa Stertz and Tania Abdul, the visionaries behind Sphinx Gate, one of Burning Man 2025's most ambitious and mythic art installations. Inspired by The NeverEnding Story, Sphinx Gate features two towering 34-foot sphinxes and a fully immersive, transformative art experience designed to help participants gain a deeper understanding of themselves. The trio explores how art and play can catalyze personal and collective transformation—without the need for psychedelics—by helping people reframe inner challenges as quests for growth. They discuss the project's mythic inspiration, how it has evolved into a “transmersive” self-discovery journey, and how community co-creation has made this dream real. With rituals, interactive stations, laser-eyed sphinxes, and an oracle offering personalized missions, Sphinx Gate blends storytelling, inner work, and spectacle. They also touch on the deeper intention: shifting culture by normalizing integration, peer support, and emotional exploration—through joy. From honoring Indigenous land stewards to designing future traveling versions and permanent “Museums of Self-Exploration,” this project is just the beginning. Topics Covered: What Sphinx Gate is and how it works The archetypal and cultural roots of sphinxes How The NeverEnding Story inspired the vision Designing integration spaces without psychedelics Co-creation, community magic, and scaling big dreams The emotional and mystical potential of participatory art Fantasia Fridays, Black Rock Philharmonic, and more playa programming Vision for life beyond Burning Man Support Sphinx Gate: Help bring this mythic experience to life and fund its future by donating at TheSphinxGate.com Follow: IG: @thesphinxgate www.thesphinxgate.com