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An episode that dives deep into the neurodivergent narrative!Here's what's in store for today's episode: * We kick off this episode by discussing Lena Dunham's EDS diagnosis, a condition frequently co-occurring with autism.* The reason HBO's Girls resonates with us so deeply is simple—it's an autistic show created by an autistic mind.* We start by discussing Lena Dunham's art school background and creative writing degree—writing is a special interest for many of us here at Autistica.* Lena Dunham's character in Girls constantly faces rejection as a writer and exhibits classic traits of rejection-sensitive dysphoria.* Additionally, her film Tiny Furniture highlights the challenges with transitions that autistic people often experience.* We discuss her memoir, Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She's Learned, exploring how its pages lend themselves to neurodivergent coding and how certain passages have been misinterpreted.* After being canceled over the passage in her memoir, Lena Dunham's career trajectory began to decline—coinciding with the time she started experiencing symptoms of chronic illness.* At this point, what happened to Lena Dunham was essentially autistic burnout—she hit a wall, just as many of us do!* Our hosts discuss how autistic people thrive when we have the freedom to do our own thing and maintain a high level of control over our work environments.* When we can't control our environments, it leads to conditions like EDS and POTS—often comorbid with neurodivergence—because of the heightened stress we experience.* In the show, which is loosely based on Dunham's own life, her character discusses sensitivities to clothing and struggles with transitions with her therapist—both hallmark autistic traits.* Lena Dunham has undoubtedly been misinterpreted—she has expressed taboo ideas in her work because she doesn't naturally pick up on social cues, which is inherently autistic.* The quirks Lena Dunham exhibits in certain episodes of Girls and in her personal life often come across as distinctly autistic-coded.* Another main character in the show, Shoshanna, is actually referred to as canonically autistic in Girls—and, well, we tend to stick together!* We also discuss the part of Girls where Dunham's character attends the Iowa Writers' Workshop and how these programs often trigger rejection-sensitive dysphoria and aren't designed to be neurodivergent-friendly.* This leads to a tie-in with our Neurodivergent Narratives writing workshop program for our paid members of Autistica, which offers a PDA-affirming and neurodivergence-affirming approach to writing workshops.* We talk about Lena Dunham's marriage to songwriting genius Jack Antonoff and how he exhibits neurodivergent coding in the songs he's written for his bands, Fun. and Bleachers.* Finally, we discuss the autistic connection between Lena Dunham and Taylor Swift, and what happens when autistic people recognize and understand each other.“When I tell people I'm autistic, they say, ‘I don't see it.' Then I say, ‘well, I'm a Taurus', and they say, ‘that makes sense.'” - Matt“A minute ago, we were talking about how exciting it is that she went to college, made a movie, went to South by Southwest, and got a film greenlit by HBO. Does this sound like an autistic thing that happens? Works 24 hours a day, wins every award, is a media darling, and then is f*****g hated by everyone?” - Angela“This is a common thing among autistic people, because when you're young and vital and stuff, you put a lot of energy out there and then, for some reason, we expect that we're going to be able to maintain that level of energy throughout our lives. We cannot.” - Matt“We experience far more stress than neurotypical people, because we live in a world that constantly bombards us with sensory information, with data. We have to mask all the time. We have more stuff that stresses us out than neurotypicals do. So, we are more likely to have all of these things, but again, we don't know if it's a 1:1 ratio that, just plain being autistic means it's more common.” - MattDid you enjoy this episode? We delved into how autism intersects with various aspects of life, from Lena Dunham's neurodivergent-coded characters to the struggles of navigating rejection-sensitive dysphoria and burnout. Tune in as we explore the nuances of being neurodivergent in creative spaces and the connections between autistic individuals, like Lena Dunham and Taylor Swift. Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and use #AutisticCultureCatch to share your experiences!Related Episodes:Taylor is Autistic - https://www.autisticculturepodcast.com/p/autistic-podcast-taylor-swift-is-autisticMeat Body Maintenance - https://www.autisticculturepodcast.com/p/autistic-podcast-meat-body-maintenanceShow notes:Aaron and Taylor: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Lena-Dunhamhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Antonoffhttps://people.com/jack-antonoff-discusses-his-ocd-rituals-and-late-sister-8654926https://www.threads.net/%40oakleyjohansen/post/C8VvoEfS-54?utm_source=chatgpt.comYouTubeLena Dunham: Short Biography, Net Worth & Career HighlightsOctober 20, 2017 — Complete biography: http://celebritynetworth.wiki/lena-dunham-net-worth/ American actress, director, producer, screenwriter and author Lena ...Lena Dunham Reveals Her Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Diagnosis - Lena Dunham on Body Image, Clothing, and Sensory Sensitivities - Lena Dunham Discusses Chronic Illness and EDS in CNN Interview - https://www.cnn.com/2019/11/03/entertainment/lena-dunham-ehlers-danlos-trnd/index.htmlLena Dunham's Passion for Writing and Storytelling in HBO's Girl- https://muse.jhu.edu/pub/315/oa_monograph/chapter/2319659Lena Dunham's Blunt Communication Style and Public Controversy - https://medium.com/@isabellarosario/lena-dunhams-comments-on-chronic-illness-in-the-cut-draw-criticism-8c865d1ba3f9Lena Dunham on Her OCD, Anxiety, and Mental Health Struggles - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lena_DunhamLena Dunham on Routine, Structure, and Creativity in The New Yorker- https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-new-yorker-interview/lena-dunhams-change-of-paceReady for a paradigm shift that empowers Autistics? Help spread the news!Follow us on InstagramFind us on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyLearn more about Matt at Matt Lowry, LPPJoin Matt's Autistic Connections Facebook GroupLearn more about Angela at AngelaKingdon.com Angela's social media: Twitter and TikTokOur Autism-affirming merch shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

When Amichai Lau-Lavie realized he was gay, he knew he had to make a choice: hide his identity to abide by his Orthodox upbringing, or be true to himself. It wasn't an easy call for a man whose ancestors had been rabbis for generations—including his uncle and cousin, who both served as the Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi of Israel. Ultimately, Lau-Lavie decided to split the difference. As an out gay man, he became an Jewish leader, drag performer and rabbi, founding Lab/Shul—a "God-optional" experimental community for Jewish gathering—in New York City. Now, he's also the star of a documentary about his controversial career, Sabbath Queen, which is currently touring the American film festival circuit. If anyone is "not that kind of rabbi," it's Amichai Lau-Lavie—and he joins Ralph Benmergui this week on Not That Kind of Rabbi, a show about spirituality and personal journeys. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

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Rabbi Aaron Rotenberg realized at a young age he was drawn to Jewish studies. After graduating from Jewish day schools around Toronto, he decided to attend the Jewish Theological Seminary, a Conservative rabbinical school in New York City, for five years—only to end up a Renewal rabbi years later, ordained just this month. As the spiritual leader of the Annex Shul in downtown Toronto—and one of a handful of Renewal rabbis in the city—his goal is to connect with younger audiences. That means leading unconventional services including music, dance parties and an emphasis on Earth-based Judaism. Just ahead of Tu b'Shevat, Rabbi Rotenberg sat down with Ralph Benmergui on Not That Kind of Rabbi for a lengthy discussion about the Renewal movement, eco-spirituality and the age-old relationship between Jews and the land. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

With the recent news of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas and the eventual return of the remaining Israeli hostages, tensions remain high between pro- and anti-Zionist communities here in Canada, who've stood sharply divided on the foreign conflict for 15 months. Members of those communities may still be holding hatred or anger in their hearts—leading to increased depression, anxiety and isolation. But according to Dr. Robert Enright, forgiveness is a choice rooted in mercy—and doesn't come at the expense of moral justice. As the co-founder of the International Forgiveness Institute, Enright has dedicated his career to studying forgiveness and the effects it has on the human brain and body. He joins Ralph Benmergui on the latest episode of Not That Kind of Rabbi. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

Once upon a time, Toronto was a sleepy city. The atmosphere shut down at night. Red tape and cultural meekness kept things status quo. But through the 1970s and 1980s, the city's younger generations changed how things work—and one of the biggest players behind the scenes was Gary Topp. A music promoter and independent movie theatre operator, it was Topp—along with his colleague, Gary Cormier, together known as the Two Garys—who first brought and promoted The Ramones, The Police, Slayer and other countercultural icons to Canadians for the first time. Topp also began operating the Roxy Theatre, an art deco building on the Danforth, for punk concerts and movie screenings that wouldn't be shown anywhere else in the country. Last month, Topp's transformative career was printed in a coffee table book, He Hijacked My Brain: Gary Topp's Toronto, recalling legendary stories and performances from decades past. He joins his old friend Ralph Benmergui (who also grew up in Forest Hill, not far away) for a walk down memory lane in exploring his influence on the cultural fabric of the city—and what's changed in the music scene today. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

On Oct. 9, around 2,500 strangers packed Montreal's Place des Arts concert hall to sing Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" in surprisingly perfect harmony. The melody was beautiful. In a video recording posted online, tears and smiles are visible as people sing out the familiar chorus. You could say it was a spiritual performance—unless you're Nobu Adilman, who co-organized the event, for whom this mass choir has always been about enjoying life. While people often feel tapped into a higher power, Adilman is more pragmatic about the whole thing. Adilman, along with his artistic partner, Daveed Goldman, founded the group Choir! Choir! Choir! in a living room more than a decade ago. The idea was simple: strangers singing songs together. Those first contributors had so much fun, Adilman and Goldman decided to keep it going. The group grew in popularity until they amassed hundreds of thousands of social media followers and tour dates that rack up hundreds, even thousands of paying attendees. And before all that, Adilman worked at CBC with a young Ralph Benmergui. Adilman reconnects with his old mentor on Not That Kind of Rabbi to discuss the origins of his hit group and the innate spirituality of music. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

Mark Leiren-Young wrote Shylock in 1996, a play using Shakespeare's controversial Jewish character in The Merchant of Venice to explore modern-day cancel culture. While the script saw productions aorund the world, Leiren-Young was wary of giving the rights away too quickly, knowing it was complex, sensitive subject matter that required an intellectual approach. So when he met the acclaimed actor Saul Rubinek, who proposed that Leiren-Young rewrite the script to tailor it to his own real life, Leiren-Young jumped at the chance. A fan of blending fact with fiction, the B.C.-based writer began researching Rubinek's life and updating the nearly 20-year-old script to match a post-pandemic view of what "cancel culture" really means. The result is Playing Shylock, running at Canadian Stage until Dec. 8 in Toronto. Leiren-Young sat down with his old friend Ralph Benmergui to discuss how this show came to life, what it was like creating the production during and after Oct. 7, and how he got his start in writing—including an early break writing an unconventional pacifist episode of the '90s CGI cartoon Beast Wars. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

Growing up, Allan Novak assumed his family was fairly ordinary: modest, witty, hardworking Jewish immigrants who found a new live in Canada after the war. That his mother was one of four sibling survivors was noteworthy, but the outside world did not take notice. That is, until the siblings all began reaching the age of 100. Once international reporters and Holocaust foundations discovered the story of the world's oldest survivor siblings, Novak—a veteran director who worked with Canadian comedy icons in the 1980s and '90s—decided to turn the camera on his own family. The result is a 30-minute documentary called Crossing the River: From Poland to Paradise, featuring intimate and insightful interviews with his aunts, uncle and mother, the youngest of whom is 96-years-old. The film has been touring the festival circuit this year and is currently available on-demand. Novak sat down to share his family's remarkable story with his longtime friend and collaborator, Ralph Benmergui, on the latest episode of Not That Kind of Rabbi. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

Michael Coren has lived many lives. Born to a Jewish cab driver in England, Coren converted to Catholocism in the 1980s, then Evangelicalism in the '90s; he grew into a bombastic right-wing Christian talk radio and TV personality with shows on the Sun News Network and the Crossroads Television System; then he came back to embrace the Catholic Church, before finally leaving again to become not just an Anglican—but an Anglican priest. Coren's spiritual malleability—including open repentance for insulting comments he made about queer people decades ago, and the journey he's taken to fundamentally change various political opinions—is at the heart of his new memoir, Heaping Coals: From Media Firebrand to Anglican Priest, published in October 2024. In it, he recounts how he never considered how hard it was for his parents when he left his home country for Canada, and how his perspective on Christian values has changed, while the role of Christiandom has shifted in the broader Western world. Coren sits down with fellow former broadcaster Ralph Benmergui for a frank talk about his numerous mea culpas, handling backlash on social media and the profound difficulty in forgiveness. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

Both of Eva Almos's parents were Holocaust survivors. Her mother, from Lithuania, was a kind and gentle soul who went out of her way to uplift strangers and support her daughter. But her father was the opposite: a traditional Greek man with chauvinist ideas who was hardened by the horrors of the Holocaust. The duality sent Almos into therapy, where she spent years trying to piece herself together. All this time, she was making a career in the Los Angeles entertainment industry. She's worked on numerous cartoons from the 1980s to today, including Care Bears, Pinky and the Brain and the popular current PBS show Wild Kratts. But her latest project has a very different vibe. Almos voices numerous characters in The CJN's new original audio drama, Justice: A Holocaust Zombie Story, including a survivor whose voice she styled after her late mother. To explain more about her inspiration and life, Eva Almos sat down with her old friend Ralph Benmergui for a candid conversation about the impacts of generational trauma and the new zombie audio drama, available at thecjn.ca/zombies. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

Devon Spier has long COVID. The artist, poet and spiritual guide has spent days bedridden, feeling ill and angry at God. But that forced pause gave her time to reflect on her life, art and beliefs, and she began to realize more emphatically how God, for her, exists in liminal spaces—in the wilderness, in small moments of peace and beauty between devastation and pain. These thoughts led her to create a new exhibit that blends art, design, poetry and spirituality. "18 Plus One" is on display at the Gerrard Art Space in Toronto from Oct 2 - 9, ahead of a fuller exhibit at the JCC Ann Arbor in Michigan from December 2024 to February 2025. Spier joins Ralph Benmergui—who is, like Spier, also not a rabbi but kind of vaguely close to one—on Not That Kind of Rabbi for a fulsome conversation about artistic expression, humanistic empathy and the meaning of God. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

Ro and Dpalm discuss the first three episodes of new Disney+ show Agatha All Along: Seekest Thou the Road, Circle Sewn with Fate / Unlock Thy Hidden Gate, Through Many Miles / Of Tricks and Trials.  Agatha must break free from the spell the Scarlet Witch left her locked in, to out run old enemies Agatha and Teen, her inexplicably eager sidekick, must form a coven and unlock the path to the Road, as this rag-tag ensemble embarks on its mission it becomes clear that the dangers of the road are not just a myth.  Come for the recaps, stay for unpacking the shows tricks, misdirects and potential easter eggs in this first episode (of three): Not That Kind of Road Trip...   Like what you hear? Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!   Follow us on Twitter: @TheMTRNetwork Our shirts are now on TeePublic:  https://teepublic.com/stores/mtr-network   Want more podcast greatness? Sign up for a MTR Premium Account!

Ro and Dpalm discuss the first three episodes of new Disney+ show Agatha All Along: Seekest Thou the Road, Circle Sewn with Fate / Unlock Thy Hidden Gate, Through Many Miles / Of Tricks and Trials.  Agatha must break free from the spell the Scarlet Witch left her locked in, to out run old enemies Agatha and Teen, her inexplicably eager sidekick, must form a coven and unlock the path to the Road, as this rag-tag ensemble embarks on its mission it becomes clear that the dangers of the road are not just a myth.  Come for the recaps, stay for unpacking the shows tricks, misdirects and potential easter eggs in this first episode (of three): Not That Kind of Road Trip...   Like what you hear? Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!   Follow us on Twitter: @TheMTRNetwork Our shirts are now on TeePublic:  https://teepublic.com/stores/mtr-network   Want more podcast greatness? Sign up for a MTR Premium Account!

Growing up in the Orthodox movement, Neshama Carlebach would hear it a lot: "It's a shame your father never had sons." The father in question, the acclaimed Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, instead had two daughters—and the implication was that his legacy as a prolific songwriter, whose repertoire includes the popular 1965 folk anthem "Am Yisrael Chai", would die with him. Neshama didn't let those comments stop her—in fact, the opposite became true. After growing up in Toronto, Neshama ended up following in her father's footsteps, first becoming an acclaimed singer, teacher and songwriter, and now embarking on a years-long journey to becoming a rabbi. Her theological studies changed tone after Oct. 7, sparking a new desire in her to be "a rabbi who fights" for her community. But what's remained consistent has been her stubborn defiance of societal expectations. Neshama joins Ralph Benmergui on Not That Kind of Rabbi to discuss her life and music, and explain what it's like raising two sons to carry on the Carlebach legacy in an increasingly antisemitic world. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

In the aftermath of Oct. 7, Jesse Brown—who has risen to prominence as a media critic and muckraker with his Canadaland podcast and digital media company—once again stirred up controversy online. But it wasn't a big news investigation that sparked outrage; it was a series of posts about antisemitic attacks on Canadian Jewish-aligned institutions, from synagogues and community centres to bookstores owned by Jews. Brown was shocked at the response he got from his own progressive supporters. As he saw it, he was doing what he'd always done: report in objective terms about the ongoing harassment of an ethnic minority on Canadian soil. But not everyone saw it that way. Every day, by the dozens, his supporters dropped off, boycotting him and pressuring his advertisers to do the same. Ralph Benmergui invited Brown onto Not That Kind of Rabbi to hear what it's been like going through this public flogging—and also chat about the evolution of news media and where podcasting fits into everything. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

When Rabbi Victor Gross was looking for a home to grow his congregation in Boulder, CO, he knew he didn't want a dedicated building. It wasn't just the cost, but the environmental impact of operating a space that's only used a few hours a week. Instead, he looked for a church to rent out Friday evenings and Saturday mornings. He asked church leaders two questions: Was the church open and affirming to everyone? And could the churchgoers and clergy not proselytize to Jews? After many honest rejections, they found a partner in a Lutheran church, establishing a concrete example of what's been dubbed "deep ecumenism". It's a level beyond interfaith work that sees members of different religious communities dialoguing, working together and praying in the same space—a true form of acceptance and tolerance. This is just one way of drastically reimagining the future of not just Judaism, but all organized religions, as many synagogues shutter and congregations dwindle across the world. Rabbi Gross joins his former student, Ralph Benmergui, on Not That Kind of Rabbi to explain more about deep ecumenism and how religion can be used as a force of unity—rather than division. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

While Israel remains on the brink of war with Lebanon in the north, one of the country's most iconic sites—the famous Baha'i Gardens and shrine—sit less than an hour away. That a religion based on unity among humankind, which views all religions and tribes as branches from the same tree, should have its headquarters so close to a warzone is tragically ironic. The irony is not lost on Mary Darling, a Canadian TV producer of Baha'i faith and longtime friend of Not That Kind of Rabbi host Ralph Benmergui. During these tense times, Ralph wanted to speak to spiritual people outside the Jewish community to learn their perspective on religion, peace and conflict. Can the world transition from creeping nationalism to a global community? Can the United Nations play a role in global governance? Or is all this just a cute idea from an offbeat peacenik group of people? Mary Darling joins to discuss the issue directly from Haifa, where she was visiting the Baha'i headquarters. Credits Host: Ralph Benmergui Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Yevhen Onoychenko Support The CJN Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Not That Kind of Rabbi (Not sure how? Click here)

In this episode of Therapy Works, we welcome actor, writer, and campaigner Greg Wise, as he delves into his varied roles and identities, his profound experiences with grief, and the transformative power of awe and creativity. He shares his personal journey of caring for his sister during her terminal illness, the impact of generational trauma, and the continuous work required for personal growth. The conversation also touches on Greg's new venture into writing about grief and the importance of therapy in processing pain and finding joy. In the Mother/Daughter segment, Emily and Sophie reflect on Greg's insights and explore themes of creativity, openness, and the cyclical patterns of trauma. Show Notes: Check out Greg's new book Not That Kind of Love - https://amzn.eu/d/0aMLPAmX And you can follow Greg Wise on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregwiseofficial/ Otherwise, if you'd like to connect, I post regularly on Instagram, with more thoughts and some Monday Top Tips - http://instagram.com/juliasamuelmbe/ And for more info, check out my website - https://juliasamuel.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a Text Message.Ep 479: A Curvy Heroine in a Juicy BDSM Menage Erotica Fiction Excerpt, & Author Interview Lucy Felthouse Lucy Felthouse is the award-winning author of erotic romance novels StatelyPleasures (named in the top 5 of Cliterati.co.uk's 100 Modern Erotic Classics That You've Never Heard Of), Eyes Wide Open (winner of the Love Romances Café's Best Ménage Book 2015 award), The Persecution of the Wolves, Hiding in Plain Sight, Curve Appeal, and The Heiress's Harem and The Dreadnoughts series. Including novels, short stories and novellas, she has over 175 publications to her name. Find out more about her and her writing at http://lucyfelthouse.co.uk/linktreeFirst is the juicy excerpt from "Stately Pleasures" by Lucy Felthouse. Alice Brown has just landed her dream job as a property manager at Davenport Manor, but things take a kinky turn when she discovers her boss, Jeremy Davenport, in a compromising position. Faced with an indecent proposal from Jeremy and his best friend, Ethan Hayes, Alice's career takes a very steamy & kinky detour. Find out what happens when she starts to fall for both men. A steamy love story!After the excerpt, we dive into an engaging interview with Lucy Felthouse where we discuss her journey into writing erotica, her creative process, self publishing as a successful and prolific indie author, and much more. This is a hot, steamy episode you won't want to miss!Lucy's Books:Stately Pleasures (affiliate links, podcast may earn a commission on purchases, thanks for supporting the podcast through purchases) https://amzn.to/4cAW1D3NEW RELEASE! Not That Kind of Witch https://books2read.com/ntkowTopics:Erotic FictionErotic Romance Novels Erotic ExcerptsBdsm EroticaErotic AudiobooksCreative WritingErotic StorytellingErotic Book PromotionErotic LiteraturePublishingSteamy Love StoryWriting about SexualityRelationships Quotes from Lucy Felthouse:"It was actually a dare. It was a dare. It was a dare.""I just found I enjoyed it. And word got out at university because it, you know, it was quite salacious."Podcast Host Ruan Willow's books:On sale July '24 ONLY! Servicing the Handyman, A Leisurely Working Retiree Audiobook https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/servicingthehandymanaleisurelyworkingretireeaudiobookAudiobook deals: http://indieaudiobookdeals.com/FREE on Smashwords, July '24 ONLY! https://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/RuanWillowFilthy Fiction: Volume 1 Dirty Daydreams Audiobook https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/dirtydaydreamsFriends with Benefits: https://bo Support the Show.Subscribe for exclusive episodes: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/subscribeSign up for Ruan's newsletters: https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillowhttps://linktr.ee/RuanWillowRuan's a Manscaped Ambassador get 20% OFF+Free Shipping with promo code RUAN at https://www.manscaped.com/

Bernie Farber helped create the Canadian Anti-Hate Network (CAHN) in 2018, and sat as its founding chair until shortly after Oct. 7, 2023. The organization—which investigates, publicizes and works with journalists to report on hateful far-right extremist groups—was infamously silent in the weeks following the Hamas slaughter and kidnapping of 1,200 people in Israel, which sparked waves of antisemitic acts across Canada. It was around that time that Farber quietly stepped down as chair. Amid the tension and silence, many wondered how correlated the two events were. Now, in a candid conversation with his old friend (and fellow progressive Jew) Ralph Benmergui on Not That Kind of Rabbi, Farber opens up about the real reason why he left CAHN. Further on, he reflects on decades of work educating non-Jewish communities about antisemitism and traces how progressive Jews and Zionists—once embraced and even looked up to by other minority and community organizations—came to be challenged and excluded from left-wing circles. Credits Not That Kind of Rabbi is hosted by Ralph Benmergui and produced by Michael Fraiman. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To support The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt, please consider a monthly donation by clicking here.

Rabbi Beni Wajnberg has worked in Brazil, Argentina, Singapore, New York, Tennessee, California, Montana and beyond. When it came down to settle down with his family and put down roots, he chose Hamilton, Ont., where he's now the spiritual leader at Beth Jacob Synagogue. Throughout his travels, he's found that one thing connects all those far-flung places' Jewish communities: they're all Jews by choice. They take the time to invest in their community and actively live Jewish lifestyles. That, he says, is the difference between being a stakeholder in a synagogue, as opposed to simply paying dues and rarely going to shul. As he puts it: "Never pay dues." Rabbi Wajnberg joins Ralph Benmergui to share his own spiritual journey, the lessons he's learned and what God means to him on the latest episode of Not That Kind of Rabbi. Credits Not That Kind of Rabbi is hosted by Ralph Benmergui and produced by Michael Fraiman. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To support The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt, please consider a monthly donation by clicking here.

Marsha Lederman is a catastrophizer. As the daughter of Holocaust survivors, the author and Globe and Mail columnist has gone through life worrying about everything that can go wrong, to the point that she wrote a book about things going wrong in her life. Kiss the Red Stairs, released August 2023, investigates the ramifications of intergenerational trauma as she navigates her own divorce while recalling her parents' stories of the Holocaust. For Yom HaShoah 2024, Lederman joins Ralph Benmergui on Not That Kind of Rabbi, a podcast about personal lives and spiritual journeys, to share her story and explain why this solemn day of commemoration is actually a day she feels embraced by her community. Credits Not That Kind of Rabbi is hosted by Ralph Benmergui and produced by Michael Fraiman. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To support The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt, please consider a monthly donation by clicking here.

You may not think of keeping Shabbat as environmental activism—but Jonathan Schorsch does. The founder of the Green Sabbath Project is on a mission to tackle climate change by adapting the biblical Jewish practice into something universally good for our planet. After all, in the Venn diagram of environmentalism and observant Judaism, "Not driving one day a week" falls right in the middle. For Earth Day, Schorsch joins Not That Kind of Rabbi from his base in Berlin to explain his movement and pitch anyone who cares about environmentalism, Jewish and non-Jewish, on adopting the classical idea of Shabbat by simply relaxing every Saturday without technology, consumerism or an ecological footprint. As his organization puts it, "Make one day every week an Earth Day." Credits Not That Kind of Rabbi is hosted by Ralph Benmergui and produced by Michael Fraiman. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To support The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt, please consider a monthly donation by clicking here.

Alan Zweig was on the road to becoming, like so many other midtown Toronto Jews, a lawyer. Instead, in his early 20s, he zigzagged off the course and wound up taking multiple lengthy trips to India, changing his perspective on life and work. He chose film school instead, propelling him into a decades-long documentary career that began all those years ago with semi-verité shorts made with his friends. One of those friends was Ralph Benmergui. Now, ages after they first met, the pair reconnects to reflect on their shared origin story, spiritual journeys across the world, impending mortality and the next stage in both their careers: podcasting. Zweig will host a new one on the Canadaland network called The Worst, while Benmergui of course hosts his longstanding program, Not That Kind of Rabbi, here at The CJN. Credits Not That Kind of Rabbi is hosted by Ralph Benmergui and produced by Michael Fraiman. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To support The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt, please consider a monthly donation by clicking here.

Toby Lloyd didn't grow up religious. But the British Jewish author became fascinated with Orthodoxy—how different people, even in the same family, can interpret biblical texts as either literal or metaphorical. Wanting to tap into the meaning and effects of people's belief systems, as well as reinterpreting stories from the Torah and wrapping it in the guise of horror, Lloyd wrote his debut novel, Fervour, out March 19. The story blends difficult family dynamics, a critique of religion and intergenerational Holocaust trauma, when a patriarchal grandfather survivor dies, sparking his adult children to suspect their own daughter of falling deep into Jewish mysticism and becoming a witch. To explain how and why he wrote the book, Lloyd joins Ralph Benmergui on Not That Kind of Rabbi for a conversation about writing and the role of religion in modern British Jewry. Credits Not That Kind of Rabbi is hosted by Ralph Benmergui and produced by Michael Fraiman. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To support The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt, please consider a monthly donation by clicking here.

Diane Flacks has always felt the power of Jewish guilt. But when when she decided she wanted a divorce, that guilt grew to a whole new level. She constantly questioned the process, even while she was going through it, thinking about whether it was the right move or not. To process these thoughts and emotions, the theatre artist decided to transform this experience into her latest one-woman show, Guilt (A Love Story). Using humour and self-reflection, Flacks lays bare the story of what happened between her and her ex-wife, the impact of divorce on their kids and all the things she feels guilty about from a generational lens. The show just finished its run at the Tarragon Theatre in Toronto, and is going to the Montreal's Centaur Theatre from Mar. 12-30 before heading to Winnipeg at the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre from Apr. 3-20. Ahead of those tour dates, Flacks joins old friend Ralph Benmergui on Not That Kind of Rabbi, a show about personal journeys and spirituality, to describe the story behind the play and how Jews default to comedy to analyze life. Credits Not That Kind of Rabbi is hosted by Ralph Benmergui and produced by Michael Fraiman. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To support The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt, please consider a monthly donation by clicking here.

Last month, the flagship Yuk Yuk's location in downtown Toronto hosted a stand-up comedy fundraiser for Friends of the Israel Defense Forces. Predictably, anti-Israel protesters swarmed it. The club's founder and owner, Mark Breslin—who organized the event—tried to get in through a back entrance, only to find more protesters waiting there for him and his family. Through cries of "Baby killer" and "Genocidal maniacs", they entered, got the police riot squad called in, and the show went on as planned. It's not the first time Breslin has encountered hatred because of his identity—which is, he says, more founded in tradition than religion. Breslin went into depth about his upbringing and beliefs in an engrossing sit-down interview with his old friend Ralph Benmergui, at the Prosserman JCC on Feb. 13, as part of a series of live tapings of The CJN's podcast Not That Kind of Rabbi. Credits Not That Kind of Rabbi is hosted by Ralph Benmergui and produced by Michael Fraiman. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To support The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt, please consider a monthly donation by clicking here.

The climate crisis is the fault of no single person or country, but rather a widespread ideology of materialism and overwhelming lack of compassion for the natural world. What's worse—the crisis is intensifying each year. These are some of the themes espoused by Rabbi Yonatan Neril, the founder and director of the Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development in Jerusalem, and the author of the Eco Bible series of books, which offer spiritual commentary on the Torah. In his telling, we need a spiritual transformation to reconnect with the world and stop suppressing the issue to confront it with more force. Ahead of Tu b'Shevat, and a few weeks after the United Nations' COP 28 climate conference, Not That Kind of Rabbi host Ralph Benmergui, who's working on a book about how climate as a spiritual crisis, sat down with Rabbi Neril to better understand the deep connection between spirituality, Judaism and our natural world—and where we go from here. Credits Not That Kind of Rabbi is hosted by Ralph Benmergui and produced by Michael Fraiman. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To support The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt, please consider a monthly donation by clicking here.

This episode, we are joined by Not That Kind of Doctor, a fellow podcast! We talk about what fear means in terms of psychology and some spooky stuff! Find them here: https://x.com/nopenotthatkind?s=21&t=NW-Se8Jg_Ep7XkrFIbpMow on Twxtter .We were very lucky to have them on the show and talk about fear and spooky stuff with us. https://linktr.ee/DrinksandThingsWe also have a buymeacoffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drinksnthingsMusic in intro/outro by Skilsel on PixabaySupport the show

Marking the ninth anniversary of Chat 10 Looks 3 - who can believe it's been that long - we are reposting episode one. We've come a long way. (1.06) A Chorus Line | Trailer | Prime Video / MGM (4.15) Super Trouper by ABBA | Spotify (5.00) Yotam Ottolenghi | Website (6.30) Kitchen Cabinet feat. Andrew Robb & Mary Jo Fisher | ABC iview (11.21) This House of Grief by Helen Garner | Booktopia (21.31) The Child in Time by Ian McEwan | Booktopia (22.35) The Children Act by Ian McEwan | Booktopia (25.00) Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov | Booktopia (29.33) My Story by Julia Gillard | Booktopia (31.00) Diary of a Foreign Minister by Bob Carr | Booktopia  (31.20) Political Diaries by Alan Clark | Booktopia (31.36) A Bone of Fact by David Walsh | Booktopia (32.40) The Young Lion by Blanche d'Alpuget | Booktopia (33.42) Serial Podcast | Listen (34.18) Not That Kind of Girl by Lena Dunham | Booktopia  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the newest season of Not That Kind of Rabbi! Ralph's spiritual deep-dive podcast is back, now joining The CJN Podcast Network. After more than three years and 80 guests, we'll be focusing on Jewish Canadians, exploring the inner lives of public figures. To kick things off, we're hosting a special live taping on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at the Prosserman JCC in Toronto. Ralph will sit down with his old friend and Yuk Yuks founder Mark Breslin. Get tickets here.

Rebecca and Tara discuss the upcoming Eden Mills Writers' Festival in Eden Mills, Ontario, which takes place on Sunday, September 10, 2023 and runs from noon to 5:30 pm.  Tickets are on sale now! https://edenmillswritersfestival.ca/festival-sunday/schedule/ Author sessions they plan to attend: Rebecca:  Michael Melgaard, Not That Kind of Place Zalika Reid-Benta, River Mumma Brett Popplewell, Outsider: An Old Man, a Mountain, and the Search for a Hidden Past Don Gillmor, To the River: Losing My Brother Gabriel Allahdua, Harvesting Freedom: The Life of a Migrant Worker in Canada  Tara: Jessica Johns, Bad Cree Ali Hassan, Is There Bacon in Heaven? Uzma Jalaluddin, Much Ado About Nothing Amy Jones, Pebble & Dove Michelle Min Sterling, Camp Zero Janika Oza, A History of Burning  Amanda Peters, The Berry Pickers Katherena Vermette, The Circle Tara also highlighted @trishtalksbooks September TBR challenge on Bookstagram.  It's not too late to join in! Rebecca and Tara shared the news that they are planning to launch a patreon account in January 2024 to grow their bookish community! Canada Reads American Style is now an affiliate of Bookshop.org, where your purchases support local independent bookstores.  Our curated shop includes books discussed on the podcast.  When you purchase a book through our virtual bookshop, a portion of the sales benefits a local bookstore, as well as the podcast, which helps offset the costs of the show. 

I know I know - it's almost the end of April! But never fear, I'm here finally with the March wrap up podcast with all the Bonus Original Content movies for Hallmark and the books I read…and didn't finish. Hallmark had 3 BOC movies in March, The Love Club Nicole's Pen Pal, Game of Love, and A Winning Team. They were all solid movies but A Winning Team is my overall winner of the bunch. I read six books in March, and didn't finish three. I started the month on a Sarah Adams kick finally getting to read some of her catalog with The Cheat Sheet and When In Rome. Both were super fun, fast reads and I can't wait to get my hands on her next book (spoiler alert - I just got an ARC I'm in the middle of now). Next I had a few ARCs sent to me to read, Off The Map by Trish Doller was a very fast 272 page read. Not That Kind of Ever After by Luci Adams had a strong premise but it just lacked something for me overall. Finally I finished the Adair Family Series by Samantha Young with Only You. Instant must read. Top three of the Adair family to be honest. Which you can read all of the Adair family on Kindle Unlimited now! To the DNFs, I hit my first ever DNF for Samantha Young with A Cosmic Love - I never thought I'd say that but it just didn't grab me. Next I tried to continue the Elle Kennedy Briar U series with Hunter's book The Play but I think I'm officially done with that series. It just doesn't compare to the Briar Off Campus OG four to me. Lastly I tried reading Float Plan by Trish Doller, a prequel to Off The Map, but it was just a little too heavy for me at the beginning but I really should give it a second chance. Hear all that and more now!

Christ is risen indeed! In this Easter season, Matt, Alastair, and Derek turn their attention to one of the most intriguing questions ever asked by Christians, namely, what exactly will our resurrection bodies be like? The answer may be more provocative than you think. Full show notes at www.merefidelity.com. Timestamps: Good Question? [0:00] Not That Kind of Resurrection [4:13] Not That Kind of Flesh [9:58] Not That Kind of Spiritual [17:22] Continuity and Discontinuity [20:11] Like Jesus's Body [24:27] Not That Kind of Birth [28:08] Marked by Our Histories [36:27] There's Only One Resurrection [45:42]

Paul Romanuk guest-Freds and Ralph Benmergui, host of Not That Kind of Rabbi, drops by for more insight and inspiration. Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, GoDaddy, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, and Kelseys Original Roadhouse.

What is a gastric (maybe tattooed?) sleeve? “Weird: the Al Yankovic Story” Who is Dr Demento? Al Fox Carraway Ep 192 and Ep 260 Get tickets for Bells at Temple Square A little about LeAnna Willmore, Mr. Mair's aunt New... The post Not That Kind of Sleeve AoN Ep. 644 The Cultural Hall appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Miriam Herschlag, Don Futterman and Noah Efron discuss two topics of incomparable importance and end with an anecdote about something in Israel that made them smile this week. Hear the Extra-Special, Special Extra Segment on Patreon   Earth's Promise שבועת האדמה Donation: https://bit.ly/Earthsgive Website: https://www.earthspromise.org.il/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/earthspromise   —Murder on the Election Express— Who's to blame for the loss of the center left? —Not That Kind of a Jewish State— Are the very religious parties that will make up half of Netanyahu's coalition hoping to turn Israel into a Halakhic State? —Keep Your Politics to Your… Students?— For our most unreasonably generous Patreon supporters, in our extra-special, special extra discussion: A college president we've got affection for gets himself into hot water by trashing the newly elected government in a letter he sent to all the students at his school. Should academics stay silent when they think the country is going in a dangerous direction? All that and Tula Ben Ari!

Minooki, the mask god, makes an appearance, the Engineering Crew is forced to relax. But they engineer their way around that and drive Captain Freeman crazy. Mariner, Boimler, and Tendi, race Delta Shift for new quarters on Deck 1. T'Ana and Shax are in the Holodeck, doing what you do in the Holodeck. Ransom collects Churros. -Brought to you by Section 31- Episode 141 00:30 Masked 00:59 Pricked 01:10 Roses 01:16 Dicked 01:30 Pussy Willows 01:50 DOT saves the day! 02:10 Third Time This Week 02:20 Halloween! 02:45 Quarters Done 02:50 Jungle Feel 03:12 NO KIDS 03:26 Masks On, Pants Off! 04:00 Tarzan Vibe 04:20 Gone Swinging 05:00 Have You Seen https://boldlystripped.com ? 08:00 Dark side of the moon? $50K! 08:27 We do have Patreon: https://patreon.com/starfleetunderground 09:11 Tribble Truth 10:28 Whipped 10:47 Thank You Section 31! 11:50 Wil Wheaton joins the Star Trek Mirror Universe as Terran Emperor Wesley Crusher in Star Trek Online: Ascension. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/star-trek-online-sto-game-wesley-crusher-mirror-universe-emperor-developer-interview/ 13:40 Michelle Hurd oh her stunt work. https://trekmovie.com/2022/09/15/interview-michelle-hurd-on-her-stuntwork-and-raffis-evolution-in-star-trek-picard-season-3/ 15:11 Paramount+ Launches in Italy ttps://trekmovie.com/2022/09/15/paramount-launches-in-italy-with-new-star-trek-including-strange-new-worlds/ 15:30 Free Replicator and Wine, NOT included 16:15 Playmobil Star Trek III set Early 2023 https://blog.trekcore.com/2022/09/playmobil-star-trek-klingon-bird-of-prey-playset/ 19:30 Star Trek: Lower Decks S3E4 - "Room For Growth" 19:41 Teaser - "Goopy" 20:11 Not That Kind of Mask 20:15 GOOPY! 20:30 Hang On Goopy! 21:00 Beaker? 21:53 Minooki! 22:30 Reference: ST:TNG S7E17 23:00 Stop Touching Masks! 23:30 Act I - "Forced Relaxation" 24:20 Holodeck Use 25:30 Danger Kink 25:35 Make the Hostages Watch 26:00 How I Lost My Tail 27:00 TNG - Masaka is the name 27:30 Big Thick Snakes 28:20 Walking In 28:40 Like in Firefly 29:00 But the Engineers! 29:19 Engineers Keep Working 29:30 Not Quiet Quitting 30:00 Time Lost All Meaning 30:30 Engineer Breakdown 31:30 Googling Masaka 32:00 Target Practice - TNG S2E2, S2E20 32:40 Deviants get Kittens 33:00 We don't talk about Bruno 33:18 Fixing Hatch 33:55 Explore Ethical Gray Area 34:34 I Want A Room 35:12 Act II - "Swamp Things, Engineers Being Engineers" 36:44 Real Life 37:00 High in Hydroponics 37:17 An Ex-Doopler 37:50 Tripping So Hard 38:20 Saving Anti-Grav Boy 39:30 Beware The Old People 40:00 Freeman Gets Stressed 41:10 Cheating with Cucumber Slices 42:10 Time Investment In WOW 42:43 Man, she could put out the DPS 43:40 Delta Shift Gossips about Ransom 44:00 TNG S7E19 44:17 VOY S5E03 44:30 TNG First Contact 45:00 Delta Shift Sucks 45:45 Act III - "Destressor Machine. Wait. Isn't that a Vibrator?" 46:50 Destressor Machine? Get Rid of it! 47:00 What Toz Should've Done 48:15 You Animal! 48:30 Sharing the Room Annoying? 49:15 Ransom and The Churros 49:50 INCREASE PUPPY LEVELS! 50:30 Three Hands are Natural 50:40 Movie That Stresses Our Captain (ID4) 53:04 But Mars Attacks! 53:20 Galaxy Quest in Thermian 54:00 You Can't Go Wrong with a Vibrator 55:40 Engineers Never Rest 57:20 Long Songs in Radio 58:30 Next Week: Not Yet Announced 59:10 We've Got Merch! https://starfleet-underground.creator-spring.com 1:02:15 How About Just Weed? Thanks for listening! Get some MERCH - https://starfleet-underground.creator-spring.com Patreon: https://patreon.com/starfleetunderground Email: thecollective@starfleetunderground.com Website: https://starfleetunderground.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/StarfleetUnderG Instagram: https://instagram.com/starfleetunderground Facebook: https://facebook.com/starfleetunderground YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Qtsy16 #StarTrek #Cerritos #LowerDecks Explicit

Two of the top three Jewish holidays are about to happen. Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah and the day of atonement, Yom Kippur. They are referred to as the days of awe. Or, if you're fasting on Kippur for 25 hours with no food, water, cars, cell phones or even sex, then for some it's the days of awww. Avrum and I will talk High Holidays and what they mean to us on this edition of Not That Kind of Rabbi. Dontae to keep us going at pateron.com/NTKR

This time on Not That Kind of Rabbi we begin a new chapter by welcoming friend ad wise person, Avrum Rosensweig to the podcast. We'll talk about God, the journey to and away from that G word and why Avrum threw out his yellow suede shoes.

Between our kids' school schedules, extracurricular activities, and social plans, we spend a lot of time driving them around. And when they get older and start driving themselves, a whole new world of independence (and issues) presents itself. In this special episode of The Mom Hour, Meagan and Sarah talk about how we use car time to connect with our kids and how we handle some of the challenges that crop up over time, from crying babies and sibling squabbles to sensory overload and car sickness. Buckle up! The post #VanLife (No, Not That Kind) appeared first on The Mom Hour.

This time on Not That Kind of Rabbi it's the Passover edition. I'm joined by one of Toronto's Rabbinic brightest lights. Rabbi Aaron Levy from Makom Creative Downtown Judaism. We talk freedom, slavery and what the heck the Passover meal (Seder) is really all about. We start by showing Charlton Heston (Moses) the door.

Douglas Levine is a composer, pianist, music director and educator based right here in Pittsburgh. He's the composer/co-lyricist of the new musical Claws Out!, which was  filmed and premiered online in 2020 by City Theatre. He's also the composer/lyricist of Jazz Time!, a new musical filmed and streamed online in 2021 by The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's Arts Education Dept. Douglas's original scores have been premiered by such companies as: Pittsburgh Public Theater, Microscopic Opera Company, The Warhol, The Playhouse REP, Conservatory and Junior Companies, Attack Theatre, Pennsylvania Dance Theatre, Pittsburgh Classical Theatre, Dreams of Hope, Gateway to the Arts, Renaissance City Women's Choir, Pittsburgh Musical Theater, Opera Theatre  of Pittsburgh and WQED FM. Please be sure to stick around at the end of the show, because Doug has given us a great treat. We'll hear three of his songs, The Mother Age, Not That Kind of Lawyer, and Zoey and Jake. 

Brian Fraser is many things. A Minister, organizational development wizard, runner and tying it all together, a jazz lover. We talk about the whole darn mess in a jazzy kinda way on this episode of Not That Kind of Rabbi.

In this episode, Nicole recaps her take on the Miss Universe pageant, and shares some new books that she's currently cataloging. Tori shares a young adult read and a juvenile read that both require tissues! The resources discussed in this episode are listed below: Not The Girl You Marry by Andie J. Christopher; Not That Kind of Guy by Andie J. Christopher; What Happens In Vegas (2008) movie; My Lady's Choosing: An Interactive Romance Novel by Kitty Curran and Larissa Zageris; Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys; The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise by Dan Gemeinhart; Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein; The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate; West Side Story (2021) movie; Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon anime

My first guest is the wonderful actor, writer and producer Greg Wise. He's appeared on stage and screen as well as getting behind the lens to produce documentaries. At the moment he's starring in Strictly Come Dancing, inspired by his sister Clare. Greg looked after her as she was dying from breast cancer. He picked up her blog when she was too unwell to write, which became a beautiful book.   He joins me to talk about the privilege of being her carer and how it changed his perception of death. I was blown away by his reflections on dying and it's certainly changed how I think about the future. We also talked a little bit about fake tan and sequins on the dance floor, and what he would put in the podcast ‘Jar of Joy'.   We touched on some pretty heavy subjects in this episode. If you've been affected and need someone to talk to, remember you can always reach out to the Samaritans - call 116 123 for free. More info here: www.samaritans.org    Greg's book, Not That Kind of Love can be bought here.   For more information about the charity End of Life Doula UK, see here.    Greg's entry for the podcast ‘Jar of Joy' was a random act of kindness. Let me know what you'd put in the jar this week.   Social Media Links: Greg Wise: Instagram @gregwiseofficial Twitter @strictlygreg Liz O'Riordan: Instagram @oriordanliz        Twitter @Liz_ORiordan Website www.liz.oriordan.co.uk   Don't Ignore The Elephant is hosted by Dr Liz O'Riordan, produced by Bird Lime Media in association with Elizabeth Richards.  

That is the true question! In this week's episode we discuss all of our favorite and least favorite book tropes. Enemies to lovers? The Chosen One? Do we love them or do we hate them? You'll just have to listen and find out. Books we mention in this episode: (We talk about a lot!) The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah, Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey, Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean, Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid, Anxious People by Fredrik Backman, Seven Days in June by Tia Williams, These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong, Act Your Age, Eve Brown by Talia Hibbert, Yearbook by Seth Rogen, Maybe Someday by Colleen Hoover, The Guncle by Steven Rowley, Waiting for Tom Hanks (Waiting for Tom Hanks #1) by Kerry Winfrey, May the Best Man Win by Z.R. Ellor, Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas, The Sea Witch (Wicked Villains #5) by Katee Roberts, Surviving the Night by Riley Sager, Lock Every Door by Riley Sager, Night is Darkest (Men in Blue #1) by Jayne Rylon, Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall, Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert, The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata, Carry On Series by Rainbow Rowell, The Hating Game by Sally Thorne, From Blood and Ash (Blood and Ash #1) by Jennifer L. Armentrout, Twilight Series by Stephenie Meyer, Cinder (Lunar Chronicles) by Marissa Meyer, Naked in Death (In Death #1) by J.D. Robb (Nora Roberts), The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang, The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune, Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo, Illuminae Files Series by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff, The Aurora Cycle Series by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff, The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer, Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series by Rick Riordan, The Shadow and Bone Trilogy by Leigh Bardugo, Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin, The Road Trip by Beth O'Leary, The Princess Diaries by Meg Cabot, The Flat Share by Beth O'Leary, A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas, The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren, Forbidden by Tabitha Suzuma, The Simple WIld by K.A. Tucker, Radiance by Grace Draven, The Worst Best Man by Mia Sosa, Looking for Alaska by John Green, Fifty Shades of Gray by E.L. James, To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han, Red, White, & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston, Jason Bourne Series by Robery Ludlum, Fallen Crest High by Tijan, The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang, Divergent Series by Veronica Roth, Not That Kind of Guy by Andie J. Christopher, Jamison Valley Series by Deveny Perry, The Playboy Next Door by Christina Tetreault. Check out Pages n' Pages on Instagram. These opinions of the books are entirely our own and may not reflect the actual book. Image by Kapona via Vector Stock.

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Tynan shares his thoughts on being not that kind of person. Episode 1457: Not That Kind of Person by Tynan on Setting Realistic Goals & Forming New Habits for Success Tynan was named as one of the top 25 best bloggers in 2013 by Time Magazine. He believes in making deliberate decisions and breaking away from the herd mentality. He likes learning new things, building habits, exposing the world, connecting with awesome people, and creating good work. The New York Times Bestseller “The Game” featured him as one of the main characters, as he was one of the most famous pickup artists in the world. In 2008, he sold everything he owned and went on an extended world trip, becoming a fervent minimalist. Fun facts: he's a college dropout, was a professional poker player, Courtney Love was his roommate for 9 months, and he once built a swimming pool in his living room. The original post is located here: http://tynan.com/notme Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices