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As the Jacobite army looks to make a final stand against the British under Bonnie Prince Charlie's command, Claire finds a way to secure Frank's future.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735Follow Ash and Hayley at Unqualified Opinions.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unqualified-opinions/id1841879115
“The Lady on Esplanade is about ghosts, grief, and flipping murder houses.” In her third appearance on Uncorking a Story, bestselling author Karen White uncorks the story behind her 37th novel, The Lady on Esplanade. From her unexpected start in writing—sparked by Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series—to her reflections on the evolving publishing landscape, Karen shares insights into her creative process, her beloved characters, and the importance of community in a writer's life. Plus, she gives us a peek into her latest ghost-filled mystery set in New Orleans, where murder houses and restless spirits collide. Key Takeaways: Karen's writing journey began unexpectedly after reading Outlander and entering a contest judged by Diana Gabaldon, which launched her career. The Lady on Esplanade is the third book in a spin-off series from her beloved Tradd Street novels, featuring fan-favorite character Nola Trenum. The novel blends mystery, ghostly encounters, and emotional depth, as Nola and her nemesis Bo flip a haunted murder house in New Orleans. Karen reflects on the challenges of modern publishing, including the pressure for authors to be influencers and entertainers. She emphasizes the importance of writing community and friendships with fellow authors like Lauren Willig and Beatriz Williams. Karen shares personal stories about her dog Sophie, life after loss, and the joys and challenges of being a pet parent. Buy The Lady on Esplanade Amazon: https://amzn.to/4qgWi5s Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9780593549490 Connect with Karen Website: https://www.karen-white.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenwhitewrite/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karenwhiteauthor Twitter: https://twitter.com/KarenWhiteWrite TikToc: https://www.tiktok.com/@karenwhitewrite Connect with Mike Website: https://www.mikecarlon.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvS4fuG3L1JMZeOyHvfk_g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncorkingastory/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uncorkingastory Twitter: https://twitter.com/uncorkingastory Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncorkingastory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/ If you liked this episode, please share it with a friend. If you have not done so already, please rate and review Uncorking a Story on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. #KarenWhiteBooks #TheLadyOnEsplanade #UncorkingAStory #GhostMystery #AuthorInterview #TraddStreetSeries #BookLovers #WomenWriters #WritingCommunity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dave is joined by Darryl for a packed new episode of Geektown Radio, covering the latest films, TV shows, gaming releases and entertainment news.This week they review Netflix's political thriller ‘House of Dynamite', the inventive franchise shake-up ‘Predator: Badlands', Edgar Wright's new adaptation of ‘The Running Man', and Ubisoft's Roman-era city builder ‘Anno 117'.They also chat about the Canadian procedural ‘Allegiance' and continue their look at Apple TV's ambitious sci-fi drama ‘Pluribus'.The news section includes updates on renewals, cancellations, premiere dates, new Prime Video series for 2026, the return of Luther, DC's DC Crime, and a new V For Vendetta adaptation. As always, they finish with highlights coming to UK screens next week.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro and catch-up 01:05 – Darryl's reviews begin 01:10 – House of Dynamite (Netflix) 03:30 – Predator: Badlands (Cinema) 07:00 – The Running Man (Cinema) 13:00 – Darryl's book pick: Restarting the Apocalypse 17:00 – Dave's reviews begin 17:15 – 9-1-1: Nashville 22:00 – Allegiance (U&Alibi) 25:00 – Pluribus (Apple TV) 26:40 – Anno 117 (PC/Console) 32:15 – TV News: cancellations and renewals 34:00 – Poker Face update and Peter Dinklage casting 36:40 – Alien: Earth renewal 39:00 – Outlander final season date 40:15 – The War Between the Land and the Sea premiere date 41:00 – Prime Video's 2026 lineup 46:45 – New Luther film and DC updates 53:30 – Highlights for next week on UK TV 56:00 – Where to find Darryl, Domingos, Matt and Geektown online 57:45 – OutroSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jess here. Sarina and I discuss audiobook narration this week and explain how narrators get hired, paid, and dish some inside baseball on audiobook production. Transcript Below!Your subscription = good podcast karma. Sign up now to support the Podcast!SPONSORSHIP MESSAGEHey, listeners, did you know that we review first pages sent in by supporters every month on the pod? It's just one more reason you should be supporting Hashtag AmWriting, which is always free for listeners and ad free too. Please note that we will never pitch you the latest in writer supplements or comfy clothes for lap-topping. The good news is we're open for First Page submissions right now. If you've got a work in progress and you'd like to submit the first page for consideration for a Booklabs First Pages episode, just hit the support button in the show notes and you'll get an email telling you all the details. Want to hear a Booklabs episode. Current ones are for supporters only but roll your pod player back to September 2024 and there they'll be.EPISODE TRANSCRIPTIs it recording? Now it's recording—yay. Go ahead. This is the part where I stare blankly at the microphone. I don't remember what I'm supposed to be doing. All right, let's start over. Awkward pause. I'm going to rustle some papers. Okay, now—one, two, three.Jess LaheyHey, welcome to the Hashtag AmWriting Podcast. I'm your host, Jess Lahey, and this is the podcast about getting all the words done, writing all the things, writing, short things, long things, proposals, queries, poetry, all the things. But today, Jess and Sarina are bringing you the book nerdery stuff, the best stuff. This is The Publishing Nerd Corner. I love this new segment. I'm super excited about it, but first, my name is Jess Lahey. I am the author of The Gift of Failure and The Addiction Inoculation. You can find my journalism out there various places, including The New York Times. And you can find my newsletter at jesslahey.substack.com.Sarina BowenAnd I'm Sarina Bowen, the author of many contemporary novels. My new one is called Thrown for a Loop, and it drops on November 4, and it also will be published that same day as an audio book.Jess LaheyWhoo so...Sarina BowenAnd that is what...Jess LaheyYeah, we're going to talk about audiobooks today, because Sarina knows so much about this—because she has to, like, hire her own narrator sometimes and stuff like that. All I know is, I narrated my own audiobook, and it was super fun, and I loved it. But we want to talk about all the aspects of how audiobooks work—all of it. There's lots of fun stuff to talk about. Where would you like to start, Sarina?Sarina BowenThat is a good question. So, most of the time, if you are selling your book to a big publisher, audio rights will be included in your contract, and your publisher is therefore responsible for making the audiobook. You might be consulted about the choice of narrators, and that audio will magically appear finished on your publication date. But if you are a self-published author, then the existence or not of your audiobook is completely under your control. Audio has been the shining star of publishing for the last decade in that it is the growth story. I'm not sure how that has worked the last couple of years, but audio was one of the only areas of traditional publishing that demonstrated double-digit growth for much of the last decade. A lot of that has to do with the popularity and availability of streaming as a way that people listen to these books. Obviously, the technology shift made a huge difference, but so did things like cellular networks that work well and buffer easily. So...Jess LaheyCan I add one little, tiny thing? There's been another reason that I think that audio has done so well, and that's the acceptance within the education world—thanks to researchers like, for example, Dan Willingham and other people who study the brain and how we process and learn—that audiobooks are reading. From a processing perspective, from a learning perspective, listening to audiobooks is reading, and anyone who is telling you otherwise is not looking at the science. And so, this has been an incredible way—when you look at kids, for example, neurodivergent kids, dyslexic kids, kids who need another way to take in the information. It used to be that audio was like, “Oh no, that's cheating,” and it is absolutely not cheating. So, I think that acceptance within the education world has been so great. And, you know, yes, it is a small part of the growth, but I do want to put that plug in there.Sarina BowenYeah. So, the way that, traditionally, audiobooks have been made is that a narrator goes into a booth and reads the book after having prepped it a bit in terms of maybe reading the whole book, maybe reading parts of the book, understanding what they're going to bring to the table. If it's fiction, then they'll be looking to see what are the major voices, because audio narrators change their delivery to indicate voices. And one thing that's interesting about the trend where we are in audio right now is that it's very trendy for a nonfiction author to read their own work if they're comfortable with it. That is widely done in nonfiction.Jess LaheyAnd it was one of my favorite parts of my process. And I have to say, nothing affected me more on an emotional level. I cried at the end of narrating both books. I had to pause at the very end—at the last couple, the last paragraph. It was such a moving experience for me to narrate my own book. And I have to say, it wasn't a slam dunk that they were going to let me do that. I, you know, I worked really hard to be able to do that, because for some people, that's just not their bag—it's not something that comes naturally to them. But it was, for me anyway, my favorite part of the process.Sarina BowenYeah, so if you had written a novel, though, we wouldn't be—Jess LaheyNo.Sarina Bowen—having that same conversation.Jess LaheyI'm not an actor. I don't have the chops for that.Sarina BowenWell, a lot of authors of novels don't understand this. It's not that they don't understand how their own book should sound and be delivered—it's that what they don't understand is that the way that novel audio sounds in 2025 is a specific trend in the way that readers want their books delivered. The books are very much acted. It wasn't always this way. There were times when audio really sounded more like somebody just reading—and that's okay. Like, there's lots of room for style in terms of the way that audio fiction works. But right now, the trend in audio fiction is very much a performance. And one way that you can see this—and it continues to expand as a trend—is the trend toward something called duet audio, which means, for example, in romance, if there's a male hero and a female heroine—and the way that most of my books work is that if the chapter is in the POV of a man, then the male narrator reads it. But of course, when he comes to a line of dialogue delivered in the heroine's voice, he softens his tone a bit to indicate that she's speaking, but he reads the whole chapter.Jess LaheyThey're always amazing—that's amazing to me when readers can do that. I mean, Davina Porter is the one that comes to mind—like, in the Outlander books, when she switches whose voice she's reading. She switches whose voice—it's down to the accent—and you don't for a second think, “Oh, that's the same person reading all of this.” And some of the narrators you use, Sarina, in your books—the same thing. My brain absolutely believes that I'm hearing a female voice versus a male voice. It's a really incredible talent.Sarina BowenYeah. In fact, if this is of interest to you, there is a book called Thank You for Listening by Julia Whelan.Jess LaheyIt's so good!Sarina BowenWho is one of the few who's been very successful as both an author and a narrator, and her book is a little bit of inside baseball about narrators. And it's a delight.Jess LaheyIt's fun. It's really fun.Sarina BowenOkay, so what I was just describing, though—where he reads a chapter and then she reads a chapter—we refer to that as dual narration (D-U-A-L). But there's a new trend called duet, whereby in the same book, he would read the chapter, but if there was a line of dialogue from a woman, the female narrator would read that line.Jess LaheyWhich is more similar to me in terms of how it feels with, like, ensemble narration. Like, for example, Lincoln in the Bardo had a full cast of many characters, and every part was someone different, and those actors would chime in with their parts. So, same—similar idea.Sarina BowenWell, sometimes, sometimes a “full cast” audiobook just means that there are lots of very short chapters or segments. But to have every single line of dialogue cut in is really different than just saying a book has a full cast.Jess LaheyThat's true. Actually, that's true.Sarina BowenSo the thing about duet specifically is that the engineering part of it—the post-production—is really expensive because the engineer has to cut together this script, and actually preparing the script is also a lot of work. So it's a pretty big deal to make a duet book. It's more expensive. The cost of making a one-POV narrator book or a dual book is between, let's say, $300 and $600 per finished hour.Jess LaheyWhat do you mean by that, Sarina?Sarina BowenSo, if you look at Audible right now, you can see the lengths of all of my audiobooks down to the minute. So it might say eight hours and thirty minutes. That means the finished length of that book is eight hours and thirty minutes. And the cost of making that book will be 8.5 times some number between $300 and $600. But if I did that book as duet, then it might be $1,000.Jess LaheyOkay, all right.Sarina BowenSo, every audiobook I've ever made cost between, like, three grand and seven grand. And if I were doing duet, then I would be hitting numbers more like $10,000.Jess LaheyAnd make no mistake—there are stars in the audiobook world who, like celebrities in films, can earn more per finished hour for their books. And that demand is really important because they have a vibe. There are fans of particular narrators who will listen to anything that narrator reads.Sarina BowenYeah, like my kids and I used to listen to audio narrated by Meryl Streep, and I'm sure she broke the curve for how much that cost per finished hour. But you should also know that the finished hour is not the same as how long it takes the narrator to do the job. So, if I'm paying a narrator $350 a finished hour, he is spending more time on that book, and his actual pay per hour is lower—like 150 bucks or whatever. It depends on his ratio of how fast he can narrate a book. And also, narrators' voices get tired. They can't narrate forty hours a week—although, actually, some of them probably do—but, you know, it's a hard job. So, if you're thinking, “I'm not going to pay someone $350 an hour to narrate my book,” you should know that it doesn't really work that way, and that really is the price for a reason.Jess LaheyAnd they're fun—just for some fun inside baseball things. Like, for both of my books, narration hours when we worked—our starting time in the morning was pushed up a little bit because no one wants to get an audiobook narrator right after they woke up. Your voice is not primed. Your voice has gunk in it. So, we would start later. You really could only go—you know, with my first book, I think we went until, like, three in the afternoon or something. You have to take a break for lunch, and then after you eat lunch, you get all these weird secretions, and it takes time to get back into it. There's just some weird stuff that I didn't count on—like it was better for me to be hungry (except then my stomach would make noises, which the microphones would pick up) than to stop and eat and have to get back in the groove. Because when you're in the groove, you kind of don't want to stop. There was just so much more to it than I ever anticipated. It was a blast, but it took me almost a whole week. We had scheduled five days for The Gift of Failure—it's like 78,000, 80,000 words, or something like that. We scheduled five full days; we ended up taking four. And I didn't have pickups for that book, but I did have pickups for The Addiction Inoculation. There was a lot more scientific language in that book that we had to do some pickups for. So, yeah, it's—Sarina BowenPickups means edit.Jess LaheyYeah. So, there were a couple days where I came in—and so I actually did The Addiction Inoculation during COVID. I was at a studio here locally in Vermont with my director, the producer of the audio in one ear of my headphones, and my producer from Harper in my other ear, in New York or wherever she was. We were working in a sound booth in Vermont. And, you know, in the evening, that producer would go over the audio and make sure that all of the words were pronounced correctly and everything was good. And then the next day, we would do pickups along with the new work as well.Sarina BowenRight. So, the editing that happens is really down to the word. Like, the engineer will sit there and, you know, go right into that space between the two words that you said and put the new thing in. And when a professional narrator is in the booth, they operate in a way that's called punch and roll, which means that they will stop when they make an error, go back—looking at that visual sine wave of the audio on their screen—find the pause between the words, go right to that spot, and then roll forward by hitting record again and then speaking the word that they meant to say.Jess LaheySome audiobook narrators use a clicker too. It's a way of being able to see on the wave where you, you know, might need to go back and figure something out.Sarina BowenYeah. So, um, there's a lot that goes into this. Humans make a lot of noises that we're trying not to hear. Like, some engineers will go in and dampen the breath sounds.Jess LaheyYeah. Yep.Sarina BowenYou know, they'll go in and take out the “heeeeh.”Jess LaheyActually, I had to change my clothes. My sweater was making too much noise. It turns out when I narrate, I use my arms a lot—so I actually had to learn how to narrate with my arms resting on the armrests but only using my lower arms. So, I look like the robot in Lost in Space with my little—my little—and also, my hair had to be up because my hair made noise too. And you can't wear jewelry, you know, like bracelets and things like that also make noise.Sarina BowenYep. And narrators all have stories like, “I can't eat Indian food before I narrate,” or “When I go in the booth after lunch, I strap pillows around my midsection.” Like all this stuff to make sure that the sound quality works. So, that brings us to a difficult topic in how audiobooks are made, which is that a lot of books are flooding the market with AI voices. And everybody's heard AI voices before—for example, if you've ever been on TikTok and you hear that weird, artificial female voice reading the—I don't even know how to explain it—but that's primarily why I never go on TikTok, because I cannot stand that artificial voice.Jess LaheyI listened to—I listened to an article yesterday with The New York Times that was AI-generated that was better than those awful TikTok voices, but still, you know—still AI.Sarina BowenYeah. So, I am not going to spend our time discussing whether those voices are good or not, but it has really gotten messy. At the beginning of AI narration, some platforms said, “No way, no how. We will never have one.” And then a lot of platforms suddenly allowed for it. So, there's lots of AI narration in the world, and it's causing real havoc, especially among people whose livelihoods are being affected by a drop in audio work. I really believe that the readers of my books care very much about the delivery, and it's hard for me to think that an AI voice could carry the kind of emotion that romance readers are looking for in an audiobook. So, I hope—I hope that audio listeners continue to demand quality, because it's a big deal.Jess LaheyAt least right now, your listeners—you know, they love Teddy Hamilton. Or, you know, there are audiobook narrators who are very specifically—people get excited when they see a particular narrator's voice attached to your work. And I think—and again, in Thank You for Listening, there's that good—she goes into great detail on that whole inside baseball of narrator fans. And like, Teddy Hamilton has fans—has a fan base. And I hope that persists, because I think there's real value in that. I hope there's real value in that, and I hope people continue to value it.Sarina BowenYeah, and I don't think that's going away anytime soon. People really aren't clamoring to see AI Meryl Streep on the screen at the movies—and, you know, paying a movie ticket price for that. And I believe that in narration land, yeah, it's the people coming up that will suffer the most—the newer narrators who don't have a fan base yet and are struggling to get work. So, yeah—anyway, that is one thing. And we could talk about how to get your book done in AI production now, but I think we won't, because...Jess LaheyYeah.Sarina BowenBecause that's, you know, not—you can figure that out yourself if that's interesting to you. But, um, I believe that humans are still the way to go here.Jess LaheyThere was an interesting note. So, when I said that I worked really hard to get the chops to narrate my own audiobook—I mean, I went to go work for Vermont Public Radio. I recorded these commentaries. And these commentaries that my producer taught me how to record—there was a really interesting note she gave me, which is that these commentaries are really short, like just a couple of minutes—less than three minutes. And one of the things she taught me is that when I'm reading these commentaries, if at the end I look up at my producer and smile and make eye contact with my producer that it makes the narrator be even more connected to the listener. And she's absolutely right. You could hear a difference in the commentary when I was making eye contact with my producer, and I find that fascinating and intangible and magic. There is a magic in that that I hope we do not lose with AI.Sarina BowenYes, absolutely—and that is a fantastic place to close this episode.Jess LaheyAbsolutely.Sarina BowenLet's not lose that magic.Jess LaheyIf there are things you would like us to talk about when it comes to the nerdery of publishing—in the Publishing Nerd Corner—if you're a huge fan of publishing nerdery, I also would love to recommend that you go over and follow Jane Friedman immediately, because she is such a great writer about the nerdery stuff in publishing. But we will continue to talk about it. If there are things you would like to know about, please let us know.But until next week, keep your butt in the chair and your head in the game.NarratorThe Hashtag AmWriting Podcast is produced by Andrew Perrella. Our intro music, aptly titled Unemployed Monday, was written and played by Max Cohen. Andrew and Max were paid for their time and their creative output—because everyone deserves to be paid for their work. 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A swift retreat causes complications for our favorite Jacobites and Claire makes a sacrifice to save them. Along the way and old frenemy returns.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735Follow Ash and Hayley at Unqualified Opinions.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unqualified-opinions/id1841879115
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With Laura busy hitting the books this week, Ben from Last Time On steps in to help Xhafer review another Ronald D. Moore show, Outlander. Ben wonders how long it would take someone to realize they've time-traveled. Xhafer thinks Airbnbs need continental breakfasts. Gird your grundles, Bear McCreary is comin'! This episode covers Outlander Season 1, Episode 1: Sassenach.Discord: https://discord.gg/MUHKDDk6TNMerch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/WhatHappenedHerePods
Author Reese Sharon shares her journey of creating "Scorched," a romanticist book featuring gladiator-style battles with dragons and elemental horses coming out this October. We discuss the creative spark that comes from children, authenticity on social media, and the importance of not comparing yourself to other authors.• Writing fantasy romance gives Reese more creative freedom than her previous dystopian works• The idea for Scorched came from watching cartoons with her children• Children can spark creativity for authors in unexpected ways• Reese grew her Instagram following from 2,400 to nearly 5,000 in just two months through authentic posting• "Comparison is the thief of joy" - focusing on your unique voice rather than others' success• Showing up as your authentic self builds deeper connections with readersAbout the book:A romantasy filled with a FMC riding a fire horse, cursed with the ability to burn men to ash, and leaves her yearning after the man she loves, yet can never touch.Serene is on a journey to find her sister, Tilly, after she disappeared from their home in Seattle, Washington. After touching the stones and transporting to the Realm of Azure, she realizes there's more to this world than she ever knew. Along with finding her sister, she must stay alive with the two princes who protect her from those who want her dead. Especially the ninety-nine men she is thrown into the battle games with, which is forbidden by the Gods. As the first woman to compete in the deadly battle games, Serene must live to be one of the chosen eight or die trying. Serene has to face fire-breathing dragons, unrelenting Royals who would love to see her die, and most importantly, darkness that is descending upon the Realms, including the man she will die to protect.But little does she know that very man is the only one capable of destroying her.Will she win the games and be granted the Light Stone to get rid of the curses placed upon the Realms by the Gods? Or will she fall to the one person whom she should be able to trust the most?SCORCHED is a book filled with banter, tension, and yearning.Gladiator-style battle games but with dragons & horses of the elements.Fans who love the series, House of Dragon, Outlander, Reign, Vikings, and Fourth Wing will love SCORCHED.Follow Reese on socials HEREAbout Victoria:Hey there, I'm Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Your story deserves to shine, let's make magic together. Here's how I can help:
Jamie's mission, should he choose to accept it, is to take a bunch of Scottish tenants and build an army for Bonnie Prince Charlie. Well...it's definitely not going to be a walk on the moor!Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735Follow Ash and Hayley at Unqualified Opinions.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unqualified-opinions/id1841879115
La capitale écossaise et ses décors médiévaux ont inspiré J.K. Rowling pour la saga Harry Potter. Destination de vacances prisée par les fans, Édimbourg regorge de marches guidées et de magasins dédiés à l'univers du sorcier à lunettes. Mais depuis quelques années, l'autrice désormais milliardaire a mis sa fortune au service de l'idéologie transphobe, au point de contraindre la justice à revenir sur les droits des femmes transgenres. Le secteur du tourisme se voit forcé de s'adapter, entre demande commerciale et respect des minorités. De notre correspondante à Londres, Le château millénaire d'Édimbourg se découpe sur le ciel gris d'Écosse, à quelques centaines de mètres du cimetière de Greyfriars. Connu pour sa statue du chien Bobby, l'endroit accueille chaque année un demi-million de touristes vêtus de capes noires et d'écharpes en laine aux couleurs des maisons de l'école (fictive) de sorcellerie de Poudlard. Les pierres tombales portent des noms familiers pour les fans de la saga littéraire Harry Potter : Thomas Riddell, Scrymgeour, Moodie, McGonagall... Plusieurs fois par semaine, Christine dirige des marches guidées à travers le cimetière. « La popularité de ces tours m'étonne toujours, après toutes ces années, s'émerveille la jeune femme, vêtue d'un uniforme de velours noir et vert émeraude. Édimbourg ressemble tellement à Poudlard, c'est merveilleux pour se plonger dans l'univers de Harry Potter ! » Parmi les participants, beaucoup ont grandi avec les livres. Le montant des marches Potter Trails est libre. Et depuis quelques années, l'entreprise reverse une partie de ses profits à des ONG qui défendent les droits des personnes transgenres. « C'est une manière d'afficher clairement que nos marches accueillent tout le monde, sans distinction de genre », explique Christine. Ce qui pourrait sembler évident relève pourtant du nécessaire. Depuis quelques années, la créatrice de l'univers Harry Potter, J.K. Rowling, s'est distinguée sur les réseaux sociaux par ses positions conservatrices transphobes. Plus inquiétant, elle, à qui la marque Harry Potter rapporte chaque année plus de 50 millions de dollars, a financé le recours en justice d'une association écossaise contre des réformes. En avril dernier, elle a obtenu que la justice considère les femmes transgenres comme des hommes. Depuis, les fans s'interrogent : faut-il continuer à consommer du contenu, et donc verser de l'argent à une autrice dont l'idéologie est loin de faire consensus ? « La moralité des livres est complexe, et bien entendu loin d'être idéale, admet la guide. Mais de nombreux lecteurs, y compris ceux qui ont grandi avec Harry Potter, ont trouvé du réconfort dans le message de la série : le fait de se sentir différent et d'enfin trouver un endroit où on se sent bien, et la résistance contre la haine. C'est ce qui nous motive. » L'une des rues principales de la vieille ville d'Édimbourg, Victoria Street, possède un café qui a abrité les premières séances d'écriture de J.K. Rowling et lui aurait servi d'inspiration pour la rue commerçante des fournitures magiques, le Chemin de Traverse. Devant la boutique officielle, les fans font la queue pour acheter une baguette magique, une peluche, une écharpe. Après une demi-heure d'attente, Estelle sort du magasin, les mains vides : « J'aime relire les livres, revisionner les films... Mais je ne cautionne pas les propos de l'autrice et je ne veux plus lui verser d'argent. » Alors, la jeune Normande, vêtue d'un pull de la maison Serdaigle, s'adapte : « J'achète d'occasion, et je me suis mise au tricot pour fabriquer mon pull ! » Du côté des militants LGBTQ+, certains membres de la communauté appellent plutôt au boycott de tout ce qui touche à l'univers magique du sorcier à la cicatrice en éclair. Les associations, elles, préfèrent ne pas évoquer les positions de l'autrice pour ne pas participer à sa visibilité. Dans cette démarche, Fraser Horn a décidé de totalement repenser son offre de marches guidées dans Édimbourg. Ce jeune papa s'est lancé comme guide indépendant au début de l'année, et propose à l'époque des tours Harry Potter et des marches LGBTQ, sur les lieux importants dans l'histoire des minorités sexuelles. « Mais en avril [quand la Cour suprême a indiqué ne plus reconnaître le genre auto-déclaré], les positions de J.K. Rowling sont devenues indéfendables, et j'ai compris que ces deux marches n'avaient plus leur place sur le même flyer », explique-t-il. À l'approche du mois des Fiertés – le mois de juin, consacré à la visibilité de la communauté LGBTQ+ –, le guide décide de remplacer ses tours Harry Potter par de nouveaux horaires pour ses marches LGBTQ+, ce qui suscite un fort intérêt médiatique. « Certains ont pensé que c'était un coup de communication de ma part, mais j'ai tout de même lâché un tiers de mon activité, pour respecter mes valeurs », précise-t-il. Depuis, Fraser propose de manière permanente plus de marches LGBTQ+, où il en profite pour donner plus de visibilité aux personnalités homosexuelles et transgenres de l'histoire édimbourgeoise, celles-là même que J.K. Rowling cherche à effacer. « J'emmène mes groupes dans la cour du collège de médecine, pour leur montrer la plaque commémorative du Dr. James Barry : un homme transgenre, né dans une famille pauvre, qui est devenu l'un des meilleurs chirurgiens de la Royal Navy », raconte-t-il. La transidentité du docteur n'a été révélée qu'à sa mort, à l'indifférence de ceux qui l'avaient connu. Du côté du secteur touristique et à l'échelle de toute l'Écosse, les syndicats notent une légère baisse du tourisme liée à Harry Potter, au profit d'autres séries comme Outlander, mais se préparent à une recrudescence des séjours sur les lieux de tournage des films, avec la sortie d'une nouvelle série inspirée des livres sur HBO en 2027. À lire aussiLa Cour suprême britannique statue que la définition légale d'une femme repose sur le sexe biologique
(00:00-7:18) This song will make you feel better, Doug. Outlander. Getting emotional. Jeremy Rutherford is going to join us in-studio and take your two-part questions. Audio of Deion Sanders comparing the coach firings to the BBL craze in America.(7:26-32:12) Joined in-studio by our Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford. JR's article in The Athletic this morning talking about the Blues being broken. JR taking two part questions. Jim Montgomery not going anywhere. Are the slow starts a leadership issue? A conditioning issue? The McRib returning is a holiday in JeffCo. JR has a hard out with us. Spanky Lavalier. Haven't heard about a player's only meeting yet. Can Dylan Holloway be the guy? The drive from JeffCo. The Webster/Cottleville rivalry.(32:22-43:36) Predictionary for Mizzou's final four games. Ahmad Hardy's retweet. Can't predict guys mentally checking out. How will Mizzou come out against A&M? Zollers vs. Pribula.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
00:34 Jess & Sarah Weekly Recap03:02 Fandom News04:11 Our Chat with Grant O'RourkeNow that Blood of My Blood Season 1 has wrapped and we've officially returned to Droughtlander, Jess and Sarah are back with some fun interviews to help you pass the time until Outlander Season 8.This week's episode includes a recap of Jess and Sarah's week, the latest in fandom news, and a hilarious chat with Grant O'Rourke, best known to Outlander fans as Rupert MacKenzie. We think you're going to love this one!Follow Grant on InstagramFollow Grant's wife, Kiera
In this episode, Leslie sits down with writer and editor Daisy Prince to explore the real history behind Outlander. Daisy—whose work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Vanity Fair, Vogue, The Telegraph, and Tatler—takes us deep into the fascinating story of Clan Fraser, the real-life Scottish family that inspired the hit series.This conversation spans centuries — from 14th-century Scotland, when Sir Simon Fraser fought alongside William Wallace against the English, to the real events and characters that inspired Outlander. Among them is the infamous 11th Lord Lovat, whose beheading famously gave rise to the phrase “laughing my head off.”Leslie and Daisy also talk about the dashing Brigadier Simon “Shimi” Fraser, a World War II hero who led his men into the D-Day invasion—bagpiper and all. Shimi had a bounty on his head from Hitler, and Winston Churchill once described him as “the most beautiful man who ever cut a throat.”If you're an Outlander fan (or just love a good Scottish saga), you're going to love this one.
Tonight we wander into the whispering fields of Nebraska with Children of the Corn—Stephen King's short story-turned-long movie that features killer kids, confusing theology, and some of the wildest child acting this side of a school play gone wrong.
Oh how good it feels to be back in Scotland! But war has followed Jamie and Claire nonetheless and they must travel to visit his grandfather, Lord Simon of Lovat, to ask for favor. But surprise! Somehow Colum and Laoghaire have returned as well.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735Follow Ash and Hayley at Unqualified Opinions.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unqualified-opinions/id1841879115
Welcome back to Poppin' In! This week we get into it with a special returning guest, *drum roll* Molly's mom! Join us as we discuss the beer, boys, and brawls in Netflix's The House of Guinness (1:00). Plus, get our steamy takes on the Outlander prequel, Blood of My Blood (45:25). We also give our honest takes on the resurrected King Kylie (1:15:18) and Netflix's new mystery movie, The Woman in Cabin 10 (1:28:10). Finally, we say goodbye to beloved actress Diane Keaton (1:48:38) and look fearfully to the future of AI actresses (1:58:45). Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at @poppininpodcast!
Lauren Lyle and Emer Kenny join host Reshma Gopaldas to chat all about the second season of their show Karen Pirie. Lyle plays the Scottish detective who has a knack for solving old cases that male detectives failed to solve 20 plus years ago. Lyle also opens up about her emotional last day on the long-running Outlander, her final scenes with Caitríona Balfe and Sam Heughan.Karen Pirie is streaming now on BritBox.Son of a Binge production credits:Hosted by: Reshma Gopaldas (TW: @reshingbull, IG @reshmago)Artwork by: Laura Valencia (IG @iamlauravalencia)Music by: Kevin Calaba (IG @airlandsmusic)Send us a text, let us know what shows and guests you want us to cover.
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This Friday Binge contains 5 episodes.Episodes included:1. A Carriage Ride (October 13, 2025)2. An Old Quarter Welcome (October 14, 2025)3. A Thief at Heart (October 15, 2025)4. A Single Life's Work (October 16, 2025)5. The Missing Key (October 17, 2025)---Episode 1: A Carriage RideThe journey to find Ralan begins with a debate over his reliability. As Vesper and Maela cross the lawless Great Bridge, they are forced to deal with the desperate chaos of the city, clearing their path with the cold, brutal efficiency that only two Blades can command.Episode 2: An Old Quarter WelcomeAs Vesper and Mayla enter the Old Quarter, they discover not chaos but a surprisingly organized refugee operation run by mysterious figures in black. Their reunion with Captain Coode reveals shocking developments: Rogers has somehow become a captain for three opposing guilds, while the Guildmaster himself has vanished into the Upper Quarter with an enigmatic Outlander woman.Episode 3: A Thief at HeartAlard challenges the established order from within Polo's magnificent rooftop garden. During a routine agricultural report, Alard's careful questioning exposes troubling inconsistencies in how resources are distributed between the Inner and Outer Fields. As tensions rise between the former guildmaster and Polo's trusted deputy, the conversation turns to Rogers, whose place as Polo's choice as Guildmaster Craft no longer seems certain.Episode 4: A Single Life's WorkKray drives his prison guards to the brink with increasingly absurd demands for assistance. What seems like the petulant complaints of an elderly prisoner masks a cunning scheme, as Kray orchestrates a calculated campaign of annoyance from within his luxurious cell. But beneath his theatrical helplessness lies a deeper purpose - one that could reunite him with a certain assistant. As the guards' patience wears dangerously thin, Kray's true objective begins to take shape.Episode 5: The Missing KeyRaef and Kray uncover Pietro's hidden journals, only to find their pages filled with an indecipherable code. As they pour over volumes of encrypted text, mysterious margin notes begin to reveal themselves - including an enigmatic symbol of a serpent devouring its own tail. What secrets did the former Guildmaster lock away in these coded pages, and what do his increasingly urgent margin notes warn about?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-thieves-guild--6141933/support.Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.Want to binge The Thieves Guild with fewer ads? Every Friday night we release a bonus episode of the week's previous five chapters, with fewer ads in between chapters and a seamless listening experience! Perfect for a weekend binge! ---If you would like to view a map of Ness, you can find it here.---Check out our other audiobook podcasts!Artifacts of the ArcaneA historical urban fantasy set at the beginning of World War Two. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn't abandoned the world.ThursdayA cyberpunk VR thriller.No one can be trusted when nothing is real.---Find out more about writer/show runner Jake Kerr: https://www.jakekerr.comFollow Jake on Bluesky @jakekerr.com
Claire wrestles with the loss of their daughter while Jamie is taken to the Bastille for dueling Jack Randall. Master Raymond returns to help Claire and when she returns home, she learns the true reason Jamie challenged Randall.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735
Showrunner and Executive Producer Matthew B. Roberts, Executive Producer Maril Roberts, and Executive Producer and Writer Toni Graphia discuss "Ye Dinna Get Used to It” Episode 714 of Outlander. Warning: spoilers ahead! Come back each episode for a deep dive into the STARZ Original Series Outlander with the people who make the series happen.
#outlander #bloodofmyblood Julia makes plans to escape after Lord Lovat makes an unwanted request. Brian learns the truth about the source of his murder attempt. As her wedding day approaches, Ellen makes amends with Jocasta. Malcolm's sister offers a gentle warning toward Ellen. Brian risks his life to find out the truth. A hurtful betrayal clears the way for Ellen to take control of her life. The Grants and MacKenzies seal their alliance. An unexpected confrontation has violent results. Henry and Julia face a tough decision to ensure the safely of their son. You can find Dena at Drunk and Blerdy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCdyQ_NCTG7jTcv3pCQGIl_gWe will be presenting panels at CONjuration in Atlanta, November 14-16, 2025.
What happens when Outlander's Sam Heughan blends storytelling, adventure, and cocktails into one unforgettable journey? Tune in for an inspiring discussion as Sam Heughan on his new book The Cocktail Diaries: A Spirited Adventure, as he shares his love of travel and drinks in an experience you won't want to miss! Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.comSam Heughan has enjoyed a successful career in theatre, television and film spanning two decades. He is best known for his starring role in the hit TV show Outlander and as co-author of three books in the Clanlands series which were New York Times and The Sunday Times bestsellers. Sam's memoir, Waypoints, documents his career in acting whilst hiking 100 miles along the West Highland Way in Scotland; it was also a New York Times and The Sunday Times bestseller. Sam is the founder and co-creator of Sassenach Spirits, whose whisky, wild Scottish gin and tequila have won numerous awards globally. https://sassenachspirits.comOder The Cocktail Diaries on Amazon: https://a.co/d/5p3nARaFor more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/
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As Vesper and Mayla enter the Old Quarter, they discover not chaos but a surprisingly organized refugee operation run by mysterious figures in black. Their reunion with Captain Coode reveals shocking developments: Rogers has somehow become a captain for three opposing guilds, while the Guildmaster himself has vanished into the Upper Quarter with an enigmatic Outlander woman.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-thieves-guild--6141933/support.Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.Want to binge The Thieves Guild with fewer ads? Every Friday night we release a bonus episode of the week's previous five chapters, with fewer ads in between chapters and a seamless listening experience! Perfect for a weekend binge! ---If you would like to view a map of Ness, you can find it here.---Check out our other audiobook podcasts!Artifacts of the ArcaneA historical urban fantasy set at the beginning of World War Two. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn't abandoned the world.ThursdayA cyberpunk VR thriller.No one can be trusted when nothing is real.---Find out more about writer/show runner Jake Kerr: https://www.jakekerr.comFollow Jake on Bluesky @jakekerr.com
Chelsea is back from hiatus to start a new series: Hits and Misses, and this week she is talking episode 101 of Blood of My Blood: “Providence”. Join her as she chats about all the things she loved and hated about this week's episode including the technique of inserting Henry and Julia into the 18th century timeline as strangers, a scene of epic romantic proportions at The Bridge, and all the culture that was encompassed in this first episode of Outlander's prequel.
A plan to reuin Prince Charles' financing once and for all doesn't quite go as planned and an unpaid bill at Maison Elise has some dire consequences.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735
In this episode, Jess and Sarah share all the stories from their unforgettable trip to Scotland — from funny travel mishaps to the magic of seeing iconic Outlander spots in real life. They chat about their time at LandCon, meeting the cast, and soaking up the breathtaking Scottish scenery. It's a heartwarming mix of friendship, adventure, and pure Scotland magic that'll leave you wanting to pack your bags and book a trip yourself.
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Esta semana, en nuestras Islas de Noche, folk y ensoñación entre 1969 y 1972. Suenan: MEIC STEVENS - "MIDNIGHT COMES" ("OUTLANDER", 1970) / ROY HARPER - "FEELING ALL THE SATURDAY" ("FLAT, BAROQUE AND BERSERK", 1970) / FAMOUS JUG BAND - "A LEAF MUST FALL" ("SUNSHINE POSSIBILITIES", 1969) / SWEENEY'S MEN - "DREAMS FOR ME" ("TRACKS OF SWEENEY", 1969) / HOMEGAS - "IT'S TIME" ("HOMEGAS", 1970) / JEFFREY CAIN - "FOR YOU" ("FOR YOU", 1970) / LAMBERT & NUTTYCOMBE - "HEAVEN KNOWS (WHERE I'VE BEEN)" ("AT HOME", 1970) / ANN BRIGGS - "WISHING WELL" ("THE TIME HAS COME", 1971) / DAVE EVANS - "NOW IS THE TIME" ("THE WORDS IN BETWEEN", 1971) / WIZZ JONES - "THE LEGENDARY ME" ("THE LEGENDARY ME", 1970) / JACKSON C. FRANK - "MADONNA OF SWANS" (1972) / TIA BLAKE - "TURTLE DOVE" (FOLKSONGS & BALLADS", 1971) / TIR NA NOG - "DANCE OF THE YEARS" ("TIR NA NOG", 1971) /Escuchar audio
Queen Diva Herself, Jack Randall, enters our lives again at the most fabulous garden party. But Claire is too concerned with what this could mean for Frank.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735
On this special bonus episode of Scran we take you to the launch of Galloway distillery. Previously the Crafty Distillery in Newton Stewart, actor and drinks aficionado Sam Heughan has purchased the business to develop his Sassanach brand of spirits further. In this episode you'll hear Sam giving a speech at the launch and Rosalind's chat with him afterwards where he shares his childhood memories of the area and his hopes for the distillery. It was a rather windy day and a noisy space so apologies about the audio quality. You'll also hear from Craig Rankin, Master Distiller who Rosalind also chatted to about the new whisky brand as well as their other gin and vodka products. He gave her great insight into the process of creating the spirits and blends and about just how committed Sam Heughan is to his drinks project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#outlander #bloodofmyblood Julia and Brian accompany Lord Lovat the the Braemar tynchal, where they hope to run into their respective loves. In light of his recent loss, Malcolm expresses his desire to move up the wedding plans. Ellen receives a chilling promise from Malcolm's uncle. A surprise guest at the tynchal makes a rallying cry to the Clans, to the dismay of both Colum and Malcolm. Lord Lovat's attempt to find davor falls flat. Henry makes plans to rescus his wife when he learns of Julia's dilemma. Ellen makes a painful decision in order to save both Brian and her family.
Double, double, toil and trouble! La Dame Blanche roams the streets of Paris! What does that mean? Well we don't find out in this episode, but we will soon. Meanwhile, there's more drama that a daytime soap opera going on.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735
#outlander #bloodofmyblood Ellen's bravado gives way to fear as she prepares for her "virtue" test. Lord Lovat's glee at the MacKenzie's quandary forces Brian to take action. Julia dismisses a chance to escape in order to help a friend. Malcolm's discontent with his father's course of actions give Henry a moment to offer advice. Ellen receives some unlikely assistance to help her through her ordeal. Malcolm receives some distressing news. Henry finds reason to hope again.You can find Dena at Drunk and Blerdy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCdyQ_NCTG7jTcv3pCQGIl_g
Matthew B. Roberts, showrunner of Outlander and its prequel Blood of My Blood, joins Jess and Sarah for a fun chat about the creative journey behind the shows. He talks about the challenges of bringing the stories to life, the excitement around Outlander's final season, and what went into shaping the prequel. Matt also shares how important fans are to the process, plus some of the clever Easter eggs sprinkled throughout the series. It's a conversation full of heart, insight, and the kind of storytelling that keeps us all hooked.Follow Matt on Instagram
Join Pam and Laura as they recap and react to the first 6 episodes of 'Outlander: Blood of My Blood' on Starz. So far, we're FULL of questions and excitement about the connections being made to the main 'Outlander' series. How will 'Blood of My Blood' ultimately explain the connection between the ending of 'Outlander' season 7? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The game's afoot in Paris as Jamie continues to try to thwart the Jacobite Rebellion and Claire puts her healing skills back to use at l'Hopital des Anges.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735
For a couple decades West Monroe has played host to the Louisiana Celtic Festival. While northeast louisiana might not strike many as the most celtic areas of the world, the festival brings together those from all over looking to don a kilt and learn more about the rich culture. And for those of us who are part of the “Outlander” fandom, it's the perfect opportunity to have your own Scottish experience before the premier of the final season. This week, I'm talking with Courtney Hornsby and Adrienne Lafrance-Wells with the city of west Monroe where they share a little background into the history of the festival, what to expect, events those interested can participate in, and what else to do around west Monroe while you're in town. www.facebook.com/NELACelticFestwww.cityofwestmonroe.comwww.monroe-westmonroe.org
#outlander #bloodofmyblood Julia finds a new ally in her attempts to keep Lord Lovat at bay. Murtaugh confronts Brian about his betrayal. Henry's plans to try to get back to his family are thwarted by his duty to the Grants. Ellen finds herself in unexpected company when she tries to pull Dougal from a Jacobite meeting. Lord Lovat plots to make sure Julia's baby is legitimized. Ellen's secret is threatened when the Grants question a recent accusation. Julia stumbles upon a letter that gives her hope.
#outlander #bloodofmyblood Julia clears the air with Brian just as she goes into labor. Mr. Bug shares a sad memory as Henry reveals specifics of his search. Julia's confinement for childbirth is made more difficult by Miss Porter's recollections of her own traumatic experience. Lord Lovat makes plans to legitimize his new child's birth. Julia stands up for her child's safety in the midst of attack. Henry receives unwelcome news. Brian makes a pledge to protect Julia's child.
Outlander fans have been cheering Caitriona Balfe for years, and she's made a strong impression on film buffs who have seen her in Belfast and Ford v. Ferrari as well. The Irish-born actress is now appearing opposite Orlando Bloom in a raw, extremely tough movie called The Cut that is now playing in theaters. In real life she is charming and easy to talk to. It turns out she and Jessie are raising toddlers of the same age, which of course worked its way into our lively conversation.
In Paris, Claire and Jamie navigate their own issues regarding Black Jack Randall while making new friends and influencing others. An invitation to meet the king at Versailles takes a shocking turn when Claire runs into the Duke of Sandringham.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.comFind Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theaterhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735
Mary & Blake recap and give their reaction to episode 1.04 of Outlander: Blood of My Blood, entitled "A Soldier's Heart" This week, they dive into the significance of Beltane, the portrayal of PTSD through Henry's character, and the evolving relationships between Julia/Henry and Brian/Ellen. They discuss fairy folklore, Outlander Easter eggs, and the chess-like moves of Ellen Mackenzie. Plus, enjoy a listener feedback segment featuring theories, favorite moments, and a few laughs about fake beards and more Midwest salad talk. Don't miss Blake's outlandish theory of the week and the always-fun five questions segment and why Blake is out on organizing silverware in the dishwasher. Also in this episode: Beltane's Significance: The episode explores the importance of Beltane as a liminal, magical night that serves as a catalyst for character decisions and plot convergence, providing both cover and opportunity for pivotal events. PTSD Portrayal: Henry's trauma and its impact on his daily life are thoughtfully discussed, with praise for the show's realistic and ongoing depiction of PTSD rather than treating it as a one-off issue. Relationship Dynamics: The hosts compare the relationships of Julia/Henry and Brian/Ellen, noting that viewers are more invested in Julia and Henry due to their developed backstory, while Brian and Ellen's relationship is still building. Outlander Lore and Easter Eggs: The episode is rich with references to Outlander history, including connections to Claire's parents, Mrs. Fitz, and the use of familiar locations and objects (like the turnip door and St. Anthony medallion). Listener Engagement: The podcast features a robust listener feedback segment, highlighting community theories, clarifications about Outlander canon, and humorous observations (like fake beards and Midwest salads). Ellen's Agency and Strategy: Ellen Mackenzie is portrayed as a planner and schemer, using her intelligence and resourcefulness to navigate her circumstances and potentially orchestrate major plot twists. Outlandish Theories and Predictions: Blake shares a detailed theory that all storylines will collide at Beltane, leading to reunions, betrayals, and a major turning point for the season, emphasizing the show's strong narrative setup. SUBSCRIBE TO OUTLANDER CAST: AN OUTLANDER PODCAST Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify CONNECT WITH MARY & BLAKE Like Our Facebook Page Join Our Facebook Group Join The #NerdClan Follow On Twitter Follow On Instagram UNLOCK BONUS EPISODES, PREMIUM PODCASTS & MORE -- www.JoinTheNerdClan.com Sign up HERE for Blake's Book Club: DRUMS OF AUTUMN CHECK OUT THE BEST MERCH ON THE PLANET: THE MARY & BLAKE STORE Shop for all of our podcasts, sayings, and listener inspired designs in one easy place. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR PODCASTS AT MARY & BLAKE: This Is Us Too: A This Is Us Podcast The Pokemon Pokedex With Rhys & Felicity: A Pokemon Podcast The Percy Jackson Prophecy: A Percy Jackson Podcast The MCU Diaries: Essays On Marvel Television Podcast Bridgerton With Mary & Blake: A Bridgerton Podcast Keep Calm And Crown On: The Crown Podcast Minute With Mary: A Younique Network Marketing Podcast Rise Up!: A Hamilton Podcast The Leftovers Podcast: The Living Reminders The North Remembers: A Game Of Thrones Podcast Wicked Rhody: A Podcast About Rhode Island Events and Life You've Been Gilmored: A Gilmore Girls Podcast ParentCast: A Podcast For New Parents Outlander Cast: An Outlander Podcast The Potterverse: A Harry Potter Podcast The Last Kingdom With Mary & Blake: A Podcast For The Last Kingdom House Of The Dragon With Mary & Blake: A Podcast For House Of The Dragon The Rings Of Power With Mary & Blake: A Rings Of Power Podcast READ OUR LATEST BLOGS AT MARY & BLAKE: Mary & Blake's Blog The MCU Diaries The Handmaid's Diaries Minute With Mary Outlander Cast Blog A huge thank you to all of our members at the #NERDCLAN for helping to make this podcast possible. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS Anne Gavin, Bobbi Franchella, Dana Mott-Bronson, Dena Kendig, Kathleen, Kirstie Wilson, Martha, Michael McGarry, Siobhan M. O'Connor, SuzyQ, Vicki Adams CO - PRODUCERS Angie L, Barbara Falk, Debbie Stelluto, Donna Walsh, Gloria Hernon, Jennifer Richie, Katelyn Cassidy, Kathy McKibben, Pamela Phelps Smith, Tracy W, Agnieszka Widłaszewska, Allyssa Sullivan, Brenda Lowrie, Candy Hartsock, Cary Robinson, Christina P, Christina T, Christine Milleker, Janice Parmelee, Jenny Rogers, Karen Snelling, Laura Roche, Marilyn L Neenan, Mary Avila, Norma Perez, Roberta R, Shonna Chapman, Suzanne Moss, Tracy E ASSOCIATE PRODUCERS Amanda, BSue Tunstall, Corbin Wahl, Coreen Starr, GAY Kleven-Lundstrom, Heather Smallwood, iloveclarkk kent, Ines Donovan, Jennifer, Jordan Cook, Laura Larsen, Leah Prengaman, Lotte Andersen, Melissa Gillespie, Tina Twyman
LOOK OUT! It’s only Films To Be Buried With! Join your host Brett Goldstein as he talks life, death, love and the universe (again) with the brilliant actor and very lovely man STEVEN CREE! The RESURRECTION! Back once again (with the ill behaviour), here's a perfect catch up in resurrected form with the excellent friend of the show and friend of Brett's, Steven Cree. The tone is set from the start, which some loyal listeners will remember from around episode 6, is a tone circling around the fun and silly but tethered to good hearts and a lot of soul. There's a ton about past and upcoming roles including being cast in Brett's film 'All Of You' (forthcoming, at time of publishing) and just so many more layers to their initial meeting all those years ago. 7 years ago in fact. Imagine that. Dive in with confidence, it's a delightful one with so much fun and goodness in it. Enjoy! Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon! IMDB ALL OF YOU INSTAGRAM OUTLANDER –––––––––– BRETT • X BRETT • INSTAGRAM THE SECOND BEST NIGHT OF YOUR LIFE TED LASSO SHRINKING ALL OF YOU SOULMATES SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mary & Blake recap and give their reaction to episode 1.03 of Outlander: Blood of My Blood, entitled "The School Of The Moon" This week, they dive into the political intrigue and family drama at Castle Leoch, where Ellen Mackenzie maneuvers her brothers and clan alliances, and Julia faces a life-altering decision to protect her unborn child. The hosts discuss standout moments, including the infamous rap battle, Lord Lovat's Real Housewives-style scheming, and the emotional flashbacks that shape the Mackenzie siblings. Expect lively banter about character motivations, continuity questions, and how these events enrich the Outlander universe. Plus, hear their “good, bad, and great” takes, outlandish theories, and a fun round of five random questions to close out the show. Whether you're a die-hard Outlander fan or just love a good Scottish drama, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and plenty of kilts! Also in this episode: Ellen's Political Maneuvering: Ellen Mackenzie skillfully manipulates clan politics, playing her brothers' insecurities against each other and orchestrating a united front with Colum as Laird and Dougal as war chieftain, ensuring the Mackenzie clan's survival. Julia's Desperate Choice: Julia, pregnant and in hiding, is forced to let Lord Lovatt believe her baby is his in order to protect her child from harm, highlighting the limited options and sacrifices women faced. Colum and Dougal's Dynamic Established: The episode cements the complicated relationship between Colum and Dougal, setting up Colum's leadership in peacetime and Dougal's role as war chieftain—an arrangement that will define their future. Lord Lovatt's Scheming: Lord Lovatt emerges as a manipulative, drama-stirring figure, intent on ruining Ellen's reputation and asserting his own power, drawing comparisons to reality TV villains. Flashbacks and Family Trauma: Flashbacks reveal the harsh upbringing of the Mackenzie siblings, including Dougal's brutal beating by their father, which shapes their adult relationships and leadership styles. Continuity and Character Questions: The episode raises questions about Colum's injury and the timeline of his disease, sparking debate among fans about continuity with the main Outlander series. Parallel Sacrifices by Leading Women: Both Ellen and Julia make significant personal sacrifices—Ellen for her clan's future and Julia for her child's safety—drawing a strong parallel between their resilience and agency in a patriarchal world. 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Your hosts are on the road this week reporting live from their hotel rooms...one of which is way nicer than the other because somebody decided to live life on the edge for once. Which raises the age-old question: why are we paying so much for hotels anyway?? Asking for a friend. Wells is up in Toronto shooting a fun secret (but not-so-secret) cooking show and loving the Canadians… except for their airport systems. Meanwhile, Brandi is off-roading through Colorado with Matt, winging literally every part of the trip. Speaking of Matt, he finally gets the honor of hearing the YFT intro live. Then it's onto a colorful Bachelor in Paradise recap where the drama somehow tops last week's chaos?? Wells issues a public apology for almost giving Kathy brain damage (oops) and calls out Jeremy for his, um, bold ceremony outfit choice. Fav things are favin' with Outlander and the very “titty heavy” Outlander spin-off Blood of My Blood, plus Wednesday Season 2 to name a few. And Wells has to hand it to Gavin Newsom's tweets. Things are sooo unserious right now. Love ya YFT'ers, see ya next week! Thanks to our awesome sponsors for supporting this episode! Mood: Get 20% off your first order at Mood.com/YFT with promo code YFT. Hungryroot: For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to Hungryroot.com/yft and use code yft. Quince: Treat your closet to a little summer glow-up with Quince. Go to Quince.com/yft for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Function Health: The first 1000 people get a $100 credit toward their membership. Visit www.functionhealth.com/FAVORITETHING or use gift code FAVORITETHING at sign-up. Leesa: Go to Leesa.com for 30% off mattresses PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code YFT, exclusive for our listeners. Balance of Nature: Visit balanceofnature.com and use code YFT for 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice. Don't forget to rate, review, and follow Your Favorite Podcast! Plus, keep up with us between episodes on our Instagram pages, @yftpodcast @wellsadams and @brandicyrus and be sure to leave us a voicemail with your fave things at 858-630-1856! This podcast is brought to you by Podcast Nation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Your hosts are on the road this week reporting live from their hotel rooms...one of which is way nicer than the other because somebody decided to live life on the edge for once. Which raises the age-old question: why are we paying so much for hotels anyway?? Asking for a friend. Wells is up in Toronto shooting a fun secret (but not-so-secret) cooking show and loving the Canadians… except for their airport systems. Meanwhile, Brandi is off-roading through Colorado with Matt, winging literally every part of the trip. Speaking of Matt, he finally gets the honor of hearing the YFT intro live. Then it's onto a colorful Bachelor in Paradise recap where the drama somehow tops last week's chaos?? Wells issues a public apology for almost giving Kathy brain damage (oops) and calls out Jeremy for his, um, bold ceremony outfit choice. Fav things are favin' with Outlander and the very “titty heavy” Outlander spin-off Blood of My Blood, plus Wednesday Season 2 to name a few. And Wells has to hand it to Gavin Newsom's tweets. Things are sooo unserious right now. Love ya YFT'ers, see ya next week! Thanks to our awesome sponsors for supporting this episode! Mood: Get 20% off your first order at Mood.com/YFT with promo code YFT. Hungryroot: For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to Hungryroot.com/yft and use code yft. Quince: Treat your closet to a little summer glow-up with Quince. Go to Quince.com/yft for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Function Health: The first 1000 people get a $100 credit toward their membership. Visit www.functionhealth.com/FAVORITETHING or use gift code FAVORITETHING at sign-up. Leesa: Go to Leesa.com for 30% off mattresses PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code YFT, exclusive for our listeners. Balance of Nature: Visit balanceofnature.com and use code YFT for 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice. Don't forget to rate, review, and follow Your Favorite Podcast! Plus, keep up with us between episodes on our Instagram pages, @yftpodcast @wellsadams and @brandicyrus and be sure to leave us a voicemail with your fave things at 858-630-1856! This podcast is brought to you by Podcast Nation.
Mary & Blake recap and give their reaction to episode 1.02 of Outlander: Blood of My Blood, entitled "S.W.A.K." This episode recap explores the emotional World War I sequences, the blossoming (and nerdy!) chemistry between Henry Beecham and Julia Morsten, and the significance of love letters as both a narrative device and a lifeline for the characters. The hosts break down the historical context of the Battle of Passchendaele, discuss the impact of time travel on Claire's family legacy, and analyze the visual storytelling and character parallels between past and present. Plus, enjoy their signature kilt ratings, outlandish theories, and lively banter about everything from SWAK letters to the cosmic bond between the Frasers and Beechams. Whether you're a longtime Outlander fan or new to the series, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and plenty of heart. Also in this episode: The Power of Letters: The episode centers on the exchange of heartfelt letters between Henry Beecham and Julia Morsten, using them as both a narrative device and a symbol of hope and connection during wartime. Historical Context: The Battle of Passchendaele and the realities of World War I are explored in detail, providing a backdrop that shapes the characters' experiences and emotional journeys. Time Travel Mechanics: The hosts discuss the rules and mysteries of time travel in the Outlander universe, including the use of gemstones and the possible "cosmic bond" between certain families. Character Parallels: Strong parallels are drawn between Julia and her daughter Claire, highlighting inherited traits like intelligence, bravery, and resourcefulness, and suggesting a deeper family connection across time. Visual and Musical Storytelling: The episode is praised for its direction, editing, and use of music—especially the Julia and Henry theme—which enhance the emotional impact and narrative cohesion. Thematic Depth: Themes of love, hope, trauma, and survival are woven throughout the episode, with particular attention to how characters cope with war and the unknown. Outlandish Theories and Humor: They engage in lively speculation about future plot developments, including why Dougal will set the whole plot into motion (but not in a good way). SUBSCRIBE TO OUTLANDER CAST: AN OUTLANDER PODCAST Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify CONNECT WITH MARY & BLAKE Like Our Facebook Page Join Our Facebook Group Join The #NerdClan Follow On Twitter Follow On Instagram UNLOCK BONUS EPISODES, PREMIUM PODCASTS & MORE -- www.JoinTheNerdClan.com Sign up HERE for Blake's Book Club: DRUMS OF AUTUMN CHECK OUT THE BEST MERCH ON THE PLANET: THE MARY & BLAKE STORE Shop for all of our podcasts, sayings, and listener inspired designs in one easy place. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR PODCASTS AT MARY & BLAKE: This Is Us Too: A This Is Us Podcast The Pokemon Pokedex With Rhys & Felicity: A Pokemon Podcast The Percy Jackson Prophecy: A Percy Jackson Podcast The MCU Diaries: Essays On Marvel Television Podcast Bridgerton With Mary & Blake: A Bridgerton Podcast Keep Calm And Crown On: The Crown Podcast Minute With Mary: A Younique Network Marketing Podcast Rise Up!: A Hamilton Podcast The Leftovers Podcast: The Living Reminders The North Remembers: A Game Of Thrones Podcast Wicked Rhody: A Podcast About Rhode Island Events and Life You've Been Gilmored: A Gilmore Girls Podcast ParentCast: A Podcast For New Parents Outlander Cast: An Outlander Podcast The Potterverse: A Harry Potter Podcast The Last Kingdom With Mary & Blake: A Podcast For The Last Kingdom House Of The Dragon With Mary & Blake: A Podcast For House Of The Dragon The Rings Of Power With Mary & Blake: A Rings Of Power Podcast READ OUR LATEST BLOGS AT MARY & BLAKE: Mary & Blake's Blog The MCU Diaries The Handmaid's Diaries Minute With Mary Outlander Cast Blog A huge thank you to all of our members at the #NERDCLAN for helping to make this podcast possible. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS Anne Gavin, Bobbi Franchella, Dana Mott-Bronson, Dena Kendig, Kathleen, Kirstie Wilson, Martha, Michael McGarry, Siobhan M. O'Connor, SuzyQ, Vicki Adams CO - PRODUCERS Angie L, Barbara Falk, Debbie Stelluto, Donna Walsh, Gloria Hernon, Jennifer Richie, Katelyn Cassidy, Kathy McKibben, Pamela Phelps Smith, Tracy W, Agnieszka Widłaszewska, Allyssa Sullivan, Brenda Lowrie, Candy Hartsock, Cary Robinson, Christina P, Christina T, Christine Milleker, Janice Parmelee, Jenny Rogers, Karen Snelling, Laura Roche, Marilyn L Neenan, Mary Avila, Norma Perez, Roberta R, Shonna Chapman, Suzanne Moss, Tracy E ASSOCIATE PRODUCERS Amanda, BSue Tunstall, Corbin Wahl, Coreen Starr, GAY Kleven-Lundstrom, Heather Smallwood, iloveclarkk kent, Ines Donovan, Jennifer, Jordan Cook, Laura Larsen, Leah Prengaman, Lotte Andersen, Melissa Gillespie, Tina Twyman