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COME ON, REFINER! GET DOWN HERE, WE'VE GOT A BUSY DAY AHEAD OF US!!We've got a funeral to get to for one thing. Irv's funeral, where we are going to meet the "Irv-head" melon. Dylan will be delivering the Eulogy. Ms. Huang is scheduled to provide accompaniment on Theremin.After the funeral we need to rush off to Seth's first monthly performance review as the Head of the Severed Floor.We're also going to check in on Ricken and his re-write of "The You You Are" for innies. Devon isn't thrilled but Ricken is seeing $$ and that's all that matters to him.Grab your paperclips and let's GO! It's gonna be awesome, Refiner...I swear!***A BIG 'thank you' to Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to friend of the pod Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
READY TO GET BACK TO WORK, REFINER?It seems like ages since we've been down on the Severed Floor just...refining. This episode is trying to get us back on the refinement track. There will be obstacles, of course, like the gang's on-going suspicion about Helly. She's really Helly! I'm just SURE of it. (Or am I??)There's going to be a funeral...Lumon Style! Get ready for the Irv-carved melon head. It's a bit of a nightmare cooked up by Dan Erickson with a little help from Google. We'll get into all the details and behind the scenes melon-carving secrets.Seth will be sitting for a performance review. He's ready...except for those ORTBO incidents...oh, and all of those big words!!Are you ready, Refiner? This is PART ONE of "Trojan's Horse." Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss PART TWO next week! ***A BIG 'thank you' to Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to friend of the pod Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
WELCOME BACK, REFINER! WE'RE ABOUT TO REACH THE HOLLOW!!Last we left our snowbound innies, they'd just met up with a disgusting dead seal. Irv wanted to eat it, no one else was so inclined.Now, the innies are about to reach their objective: Woe's Hollow. Here they will enjoy copious 'luxury meats' (?) along with unlimited toasted marshmallows and 4-ply tissue in the 'loo in case anything doesn't agree with them. Ah, if only it were all so simple and direct. Instead of roasting up some 'mallows, Ms. Huang is forced to toss them all in the fire. The innies get a bit too irreverent when discussing Dieter's strange proclivities AND Mark makes a visit to Helena's tent. He thinks he's visiting Helly R.'s tent. Helena does nothing to set him straight. It may be tender and loving, but it's still sexual assault because Mark does NOT know he's in bed with Helena Eagan!!The end is near, Refiners. The end of the ORTBO, that is. Also, the end of Irving B's innie career. It's huge, it's wild, it's PART TWO of the 'Woe's Hollow' odyssey. PROGRAMMING NOTE: There will be NO NEW episodes of "Severed" on 6/19 or 6/26. 'Severed' will return with Part One of "Trojan's Horse' on July 3rd. Stay subscribed and you'll stay in the loop.***A BIG 'thank you' to new Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to friend of the pod Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
Today, Chancellor Rachel Reeves set out the government spending plans until the end of the decade.She says spending on the NHS will rise by 3% a year after inflation. And also confirmed £39bn for social and affordable housing, an end to "costly" asylum hotels by 2029, and an extension of the £3 bus fare cap in England to 2027. You an read the Spending Review here! https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6849171796e63bce58e4e705/E03349913_HMT_Spending_Review_June_2025_Elay.pdfYou can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNew episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bit.ly/3ENLcS1 Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Gray with Josh Jenkins and Julia Webster. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
WELCOME BACK, REFINER! YOU'RE JUST IN TIME FOR THE ORTBO!!Not sure about an 'ORTBO'? Oh, that's not a problem. We've got marshmallows for the fire and seal meat a'plenty! (Is seal a 'luxury meat'?) It's one of the most unique and oddly compelling episodes of the entire series. This week, Refiner, we're headed to "Woe's Hollow"!! Our adventure begins at the A/V cart. We'll get directions from 'Seth-Headroom' (details to follow). Then, it's off to Scissor Cave and a glimpse into the weirdness that is the Fourth Appendix.This episode was just too big to jam into a single podcast. This is PART ONE of the 'Woe's Hollow' odyssey. Make sure you're subscribed so you'll be ready to keep the party going in PART TWO.***A BIG 'thank you' to new Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to friend of the pod Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
GLAD TO SEE YOU'VE RETURNED TO THE SEVERED FLOOR, REFINER!After last week, I thought you might have stayed with the goat people.This episode is chock full of everything that makes 'Severance' great. This time, we're going to head to the Outie Family Visitation Suite for the first time! Dylan has earned 18 minutes! Plus, Mark is able to finally get through to the those goofy goat people.Felicia is more than helpful when it comes to identifying Irv's paintings.Mark is trying hard to blind himself on a country road when Reghabi shows up. She's ready to unleash some reintegration and she means RIGHT NOW! They adjourn to Mark's basement for his first session. Bringing all of those brainwaves back in line is going to take some time. Mark seems ready to take the ride if it means getting his Gemma back!Get your workstation fired up, Refiner! It's time to open PART TWO of "Who is Alive?"***A BIG 'thank you' to new Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to friend of the pod Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
WELCOME BACK TO THE SEVERED FLOOR, REFINER!The gang's all back together in MDR. Well, of course, with the notable personage of Helena Eagan secretly trying to fill a 'Helly R.' shaped hole at the Diamond Desk. She's doing enough of a job to fool Mark...kinda. He might be suspicious.Mark is empowered by Lumon's new 'we're listening' campaign. He's ready to use and abuse the Hall Passes in a full-on blitz to locate Ms. Casey. He and Helena...er, I mean Helly...will head for the goat guys. Irv, you've got O&D. Dylan...uh, Dylan??! Dylan seems to really be fixated on refining. It's an all out assault on the severed floor as these newly liberated refiners discover new departments and new clues. And this is just part one! We've got even more craziness to uncover next week. So if you're ready, it's time to open the file called "Who is Alive?" - PART ONE.***A BIG 'thank you' to new Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to friend of the pod Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
HEY, REFINER! NO MESSING AROUND...WE'VE GOT A FILE TO GET TO!!Time to keep it going with Part TWO of the 'all outie' episode!! What were the outies up to as Mark and the gang were trying to get back to work? Mostly getting fired and re-hired by Lumon. We see Seth Milchick is a motorcycle guy. Dylan tries to get another job...but we learn being severed makes him undesirable in the work world. We watch Ms. Cobel get re-hired, but kind of turn it down. She then leaves the neighborhood in a blaze of glory that will not be matched for many years to come.This is PART TWO, Refiner! You know what to do...it's time to open the file called "Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig." ****A BIG 'thank you' to new Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to friend of the pod Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
HEY, REFINER! GLAD TO SEE YOU BACK!!So, are you curious as to what was going on with those outies during the last week? We saw Mark and what's left of the MDR crew re-assemble at the diamond desk during Episode One. It was a busy week down on the Severed Floor with a lot of weird twists.This episode fills in those outie details. It's an 'all outie' episode!! What were the outies up to as Mark and the gang were trying to get back to work? Mostly getting fired and re-hired by Lumon. We see Seth Milchick is a motorcycle guy. Dylan tries to get another job...but we learn being severed makes him undesirable in the work world. We watch Ms. Cobel get re-hired, but kind of turn it down. She then leaves the neighborhood in a blaze of glory that will not be matched for many years to come.Get to your workstation, Refiner! It's time to open the file called "Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig." This file is so big, this week is PART ONE. Make sure to check out the conclusion to the episode in Part Two next Thursday. ****A BIG 'thank you' to new Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to friend of the pod Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
Welcome to the UMass IPM Fruit Loop podcast, your juicy source for all things fruit-related! Hosted by the Fruit Team, this podcast is the perfect complement to our weekly newsletter, Healthy Fruit. Join our team of experts, including horticulturalists, professors, and educators, as we dive into the world of fruit production and management. I'm not going to provide a detailed text description of this episode because you should have already subscribed to the Healthy Fruit Newsletter this podcast is based off. Keep in mind, subscribers get the news first. Here's that EPA decision making flow chart I mentioned in this episode: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5faeee45a363746603d1c6e1/t/67e172ede000926e3fff2c24/1742828269598/ESA+Flowchart_03.20.2025.pdfYou can find the apple fungicide efficacy table here. Ok, on to music credits. The opener: San Fran Interlude (Edit) by Strobotone is licensed under a Attribution-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Outro: Wirklich Wichtig (ID 211) by Checkie Brown is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
READY FOR PART TWO, REFINER?? SURE YOU ARE!So glad to have you back on the Severed Floor. No fancy intros, no wordy descriptions. You know why you're here. We've got a file to get back to. It's time to open "Hello Ms. Cobel" PT2...and let's GO!!****A BIG 'thank you' to new Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
WOW, REFINER! GREAT TO HAVE YOU BACK!!It's time to head back down to the Severed Floor of Lumon Industries. The Rewatch is ON!! We're going to fully review every moment of Season Two of 'Severance.'This episode, "Hello, Ms. Cobel" was the premier for Season Two. There had been a nearly three year lag since the final moments of Season One left us all hanging from a huge cliff.So we're back, and things are CRAZY! There are new folks in MDR, Ms. Casey is gone, Milchick is running the place and Mark might have to give up his name to another Mark.Sound crazy? It IS! And this is just PART ONE! What are you waiting for? Put on your Severance approved clothing and hit that elevator refiner! It's time to open the file called "Hello Ms. Cobel - PT01".****A BIG 'thank you' to new Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to friend of the pod Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
PROGRAMMING NOTES: Preparation for Season Two Re-watch!!Hey there, Refiner! It's almost time to head back down to the Severed Floor for the 'Severed' Season Two re-watch. This is a quick mention of some things you might want to do to get ready for the new re-watch episodes. Apologies for the pre- and post- roll spots. I can't control those. But, no spots INSIDE the program!!We'll talk again next Thursday, April 24th for the release of the first re-watch episode: "Hello, Ms. Cobel - PT01". ****A BIG 'thank you' to new Research Volunteer Refiner Vinny P. Vinny has been providing outstanding research and information during the Season Two Rewatch Episodes.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! (Unfortunately, I can't respond to any questions or comments made in Apple Podcast Reviews. Send those to: SeveredPod@gmail.com)Season 2 of "Severance" kicked off 1/17/2025 and ran through 3/20/2025. The Second Season of the "Severed" Podcast Rewatch Episodes kicked off on April 24th, 2025. To support the Severed Podcast: (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. I always try to keep page followers updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
IT'S FINALE TIME, REFINER!!Strap yourself in! Mark is meeting with Cobel, Devon and...Mark. You heard me. We've got a fantastic 75 minutes in store this week. Some revelations, a lot of action, a few heartbreaking moments and, of course, goats.The sacred mission of the Goats is revealed!! We also discover how the goats are used in service to Kier.Oh, and speaking of Kier, he and Seth Milchick do a Catskills comedy routine that will make you CRINGE! Then Seth grabs a baton and leads an actual Marching Band for what has been dubbed "MDE 2.0".Why are we even talking about it? The only way to truly experience this bizarre masterpiece is to wade right in!! Praise Kier and pass the Bolt Gun!! Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself. Follow Marc on Instagram @geller_marc.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!!Season 2 of "Severance" is underway as of 1/17/2025. New episodes are released at 9E/8C on Thursday evening through the end of March. Join the 'Severed' Patreon page for new episode chatroom viewing parties every Thursday night. (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. Throughout this very exciting Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
IT'S AN END OF SEASON SURPRISE!!Hey, Refiner! I know you're bummed because the season is over...so am I. What will lift your funk? How about a quick discussion with Kier Eagan himself, Mr. Marc Geller!Marc was kind enough to give the "Severed" podcast a few minutes of his precious time. With Refiners completing their 25th file, he has been pretty busy lately. We'll hear about his recitation of the fourth appendix during "Woe's Hollow" PLUS all of the behind the scenes goodies from the Finale! (SPOILER ALERT for the Finale!)Enjoy a few minutes with Kier, Refiner. Then be watching for a new EpiCap covering the Season Finale on Monday!!Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott' wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!!Season 2 of "Severance" is underway as of 1/17/2025. New episodes are released at 9E/8C on Thursday evening through the end of March. Join the 'Severed' Patreon page for new episode chatroom viewing parties every Thursday night. (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. Throughout this very exciting Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
HEY, REFINER! WE'RE BACK IN KIER!!It was a long drive, but the action is back in Kier this week. And talk about action! Stuff is happening EVERYWHERE!Mark still hasn't made it into work. Basement brain surgery will do that to you. Helena is having eggs for breakfast as creepy ol' Daddy Jame watches. Later, Daddy Jame makes a visit to the severed floor that has me creeped out.Helly is raising hell because Mark has not returned.Milchick has it out with Drummond to spectacular results.Ms. Huang is headed to Svalbard!!Gretchen made a little time with Dylan's innie...which made a big stink with Dylan's outie. Gretchen decided to break it off with the innie, and he quit! Cobel is back, and driving Hampton's ratty old truck. She knows the secrets of Severance...and of Damona Birthing Cabin #5.It's not just weird...it's 'Severance' weird!! Pour yourself a couple of raw eggs and hit 'play' on the penultimate episode of "Severance" Season Two: The After Hours.Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!!Season 2 of "Severance" is underway as of 1/17/2025. New episodes are released at 9E/8C on Thursday evening through the end of March. Join the 'Severed' Patreon page for new episode chatroom viewing parties every Thursday night. (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. Throughout this very exciting Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
READY FOR A ROADTRIP, REFINER?!Harmony Cobel is headed home, and we're going with her. She's taking a long run up the coast to the little harbor town of Salt's Neck. It's where Harmony grew up and Lumon used to own a huge Ether Mill.The Ether Mill is long gone. With it went most of the residents. The ones who remain are dirt poor and addicted to ether. Celestine "Sissy" Cobel lives out on the point all alone in that very solitary house. She's the only one in town to still keep to the old ways...she lives by 'The Nine' and a belief in Kier. Sissy is Harmony Cobel's aunt. Charlotte, Harmony's mother was Sissy's sister. Harmony is home to confront Sissy about her mother's death, but she's also looking for something. Did Sissy sell it to the poor?Only two more EpiCaps to go! It's time to hit 'play' on "Sweet Vitriol." Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!!Season 2 of "Severance" is underway as of 1/17/2025. New episodes are released at 9E/8C on Thursday evening through the end of March. Join the 'Severed' Patreon page for new episode chatroom viewing parties every Thursday night. (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. Throughout this very exciting Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
The disturbing origin of oft-quoted religious narratives of "gendered souls".To watch this on video and for full access to notes and resources, go tohttps://shirabatya.substack.com/trans-biblical-characters-in-jewish2To watch part 1 (recommended), go tohttps://shirabatya.substack.com/p/trans-biblical-characters-in-jewish1“Queer” teachers such as Abby Stein have sought religious foundations in Judaism for the idea of true trans - that some people are born in the wrong body, with the soul of the opposite sex. They do this by appealing to narratives in Lurianic Kabbalah to do with reincarnation, and by projecting trans identities onto biblical personalities such as Joseph, Dinah, Isaac, and Michal. Such narratives have been promoted by organisations such as Keshet (the American Jewish LGBT charity, whose judgment in promoting these texts must be questioned).I have explored the texts behind these arguments, including quite a bit of halacha (Jewish legal texts) to do with Michal's tefillin. This quest took me on a very dark journey that ended with homophobia, misogyny and an accusation of witchcraft.Warning: You will be offended!This is the second half of a recording of a Zoom shiur (lecture) that I gave on Sunday 23 February. This is a more in depth and uncensored version of a similar session that I gave at Limmud Festival in December 2024 with a slightly different title.In Part 1, we explored the background to these narratives and the link with gender identity ideology, and I discussed the narratives relating to Dinah, Joseph, and Isaac. We discovered that far from being transgender, Isaac is understood to have been an immature boy with a “female soul” who matured into a proper man who could give his wife children.We ended Part 1 on the question of what the “soul” really means in these narratives, and whether Judaism is really compatible with the soul / body or mind / body dichotomy inherent in the idea of a “gender” separate from sex.Here in Part 2, we explore the complex case of Michal. The legend that she wore tefillin will lead us on a journey through the halachah (Jewish legal texts) to do with women and tefillin, and finally to the same text from Chayim Vital that Abby Stein credited for inspiring Stein's transition when interviewed in 2019. You are best off watching this on video, as I speak quickly, and the slides contain important information. However, if you are on a podcast app, you can also download the slides with the link below and flip through them as you listen.Slide show here: https://docs.jcob.org/gender/GenderSoulPresentationSubstack.pdfYou can also read the full source sheet here: https://docs.jcob.org/gender/GenderSoulSourcesSubstack.pdfLinks:Stonewall list of LGBTQ termsRabbi Jack Abramowitz An Orthodox Rabbi Discusses Transgender Issues in Jewish Texts (Orthodox Union 2017).Keshet (USA) resource on Gender Fluidity in the Jewish TraditionJericho Vincent on our “trancestors”Jay Michelson: Kabbalah and Queer Theology (July 22, 2012).Much more in the full source sheet (see above)Rabbi Simchah Fuerman: article for NEFESH(International Network of Orthodox Mental Health Professionals)Ronit Irshai: superb article on cross-dressingAbby Chava Stein:source sheet from Limmud Festival 2019interview in 2019 describing how Sha'ar HaGilgulim changed Stein's lifesource sheet on Sefaria (includes text by Rabbi Yechiel Michael of Zloczow)upcoming book “Sources of Pride” שורשי גאווהSefaria Source Links (misc):Talmud Berachot 60a: Leah's child was originally male but Leah prayed that her sister Rachel should have a son so the sexes were switchedBeresishit Rabbah 72:6 sex switch because Rachel prayed for two sonsRabbi Eliyahu Munk on Dinah's male natureBereishit Rabbah on Joseph's laddishnessBereishit Rabbah 87:7: on Joseph finding himself not to be a man [ish].Or HaChayim on Isaac's double birth (female then male)Source Links on Michal:Michal had no child until her dying dayProhibition of cross-dressing (Deuteronomy 22:5)Babylonian Talmud on Michal wearing tefillinJerusalem Talmud on Michal wearing tefillinRashba that Michal said the brachah (blessing)Kaf Hachayyim on Michal's male soulYefeh Lalev (Rachamim Palaji): Michal had a male soulHalachah of Tefillin:Shulchan Aruch on clean minds (hase'ach da'at)Shulchan Aruch on clean bodies (guf naki)Targum Jonathan that tefillin is cross-dressing for womenSefer Hachinuch that women get a reward for wearing tefillinDeracheha: various sources on tefillin in practiceDeracheha on clean bodies (guf naki)Deracheha: various sources on tefillin in practiceRema: We protest against itChayim Vital:Sha'ar Hagilgulim: only male souls reincarnateSha'ar Hagilgulim: on male homosexuals reincarnated as womenChabbad website on infertility of Chayim Vital's first wifeChayim Vital's unhappy marriage (Wikipedia)Chayim Vital's Freudian DreamUnusual bodiesWomen who transform into men (Yosef Palaji)Aryeh Klapper explains why the Tzitz Eliezer did not really rule that men can medically become womenThe Palaji / Falaji / Palacci / Palaggi brothers of Ismir: Wikipedia articleSubscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. https://shirabatya.substack.com/ This is a public episode. 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GLAD TO HAVE YOU BACK, REFINER!Wow, is there a treat for you this week! This might even be better than the melon bar. It's an all new episode directed by an all new director. Jessica Lee Gagne is the stellar Director of Photography for all of Season One and Season Two so far. This week, she's taking the big chair and calling the shots as Director.Spoiler alert: She does an AMAZING job!We've got flashbacks!! We visit the Testing Floor for the first time. We've got GEMMA!! Living, breathing Gemma right there trapped on the TF. If she tries to run, she just becomes Ms. Casey. I know, it's all very confusing, and I'd like to say it gets better but I can't...Dr. Maurer knows what I'm talking about. Oh, yeah...we've also got comatose Mark, running out the door Reghabi and Devon left to pick up the pieces. You'd better push 'play' on EpiCap07 refiner. Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!!Season 2 of "Severance" is underway as of 1/17/2025. New episodes are released at 9E/8C on Thursday evening through the end of March. Join the 'Severed' Patreon page for new episode chatroom viewing parties every Thursday night. (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. Throughout this very exciting Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
The disturbing origin of oft-quoted religious narratives of "gendered souls".To watch this on video and for full access to notes and resources, go to https://shirabatya.substack.com/p/trans-biblical-characters-in-jewish1“Queer” teachers such as Abby Stein have sought religious foundations in Judaism for the idea of true trans - that some people are born in the wrong body, with the soul of the opposite sex. They do this by appealing to narratives in Lurianic Kabbalah to do with reincarnation, and by projecting trans identities onto biblical personalities such as Joseph, Dinah, Isaac, and Michal. Such narratives have been promoted by organisations such as Keshet (the Jewish LGBT charity, whose judgment in promoting these texts must be questioned).I have explored the texts behind these arguments, including quite a bit of halacha (Jewish legal texts) to do with Michal's tefillin. This quest took me on a very dark journey that ended with homophobia, misogyny and an accusation of witchcraft.Warning: You will be offended!This is the first half of a recording of a Zoom shiur (lecture) that I gave on Sunday 23 February. This is a more in depth and uncensored version of a similar session that I gave at Limmud Festival in December 2024 with a slightly different title.In this episode, I cover the background to these narratives and the link with gender identity ideology, and discuss the narratives relating to Dinah, Joseph, and Isaac. Michal's story will have to wait until next week (Part 2) as she deserves your full attention. (The full shiur is just too long for a single sitting.)We discover that far from being transgender, Isaac is understood to have been an immature boy with a “female soul” who matured into a proper man who could give his wife children.We end on the question of what the “soul” really means in these narratives, and whether Judaism is really compatible with the soul / body or mind / body dichotomy inherent in the idea of a “gender” separate from sex.You are best off watching this on video, as I speak quickly, and the slides contain important information. However, if you are on a podcast app, you can also download the slides with the link below and flip through them as you listen: https://docs.jcob.org/gender/GenderSoulPresentationSubstack1of2.pdfYou can also read the full source sheet here: https://docs.jcob.org/gender/GenderSoulSourcesSubstack.pdfLinks:Stonewall list of LGBTQ termsAbby Chava Steinsource sheet from Limmud Festival 2019interview in 2019 describing how Sha'ar HaGilgulim changed Stein's lifesource sheet on Sefaria (includes text by Rabbi Yechiel Michael of Zloczow)upcoming book “Sources of Pride” שורשי גאווהRabbi Jack Abramowitz An Orthodox Rabbi Discusses Transgender Issues in Jewish Texts (Orthodox Union 2017).Keshet resource on Gender Fluidity in the Jewish TraditionJericho Vincent on our “trancestors”Jay Michelson: Kabbalah and Queer Theology (July 22, 2012).Much more in the full source sheet (see above)Sefaria Source Links:Talmud Berachot 60a: Leah's child was originally male but Leah prayed that her sister Rachel should have a son so the sexes were switchedBeresishit Rabbah 72:6 sex switch because Rachel prayed for two sonsRabbi Eliyahu Munk on Dinah's male natureBereishit Rabbah on Joseph's laddishnessBereishit Rabbah 87:7: on Joseph finding himself not to be a man [ish].Or HaChayim on Isaac's double birth (female then male)TO BE CONTINUEDDon't miss Part Two!Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. https://shirabatya.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit shirabatya.substack.com
WELCOME BACK, REFINER! Hey, hope you brought the wine! I'm kidding!Welcome to the Valentine's episode of 'Severance'...a week late. Mark and Helly, and that's real life Helly R., are getting busy in another department. She wanted her 'own' memory. Mark S. was more than happy to make that happen.Dylan and Gretchen are 'enjoying the hugging' in the Family Visitor Center. These visits with Dylan's innie might be making Gretchen feel a bit guilty around outie Dylan. It's an interesting dynamic, and it's heating up fast. Irv is attending dinner with Burt, and Burt's Significant Other. The talk gets both steamy and frank around the dinner table. Fields is more forward thinking and progressive than you might give him credit for. If there's any spare ham, it's yours, Refiner. Now, it's time to push play on EpiCap06 - Atilla. Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!A big 'thank you' to Kier Eagan, er I mean Marc Geller! Marc both sat for an interview (make sure to check it out) AND recorded some great bumpers as Kier himself.Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!!Season 2 of "Severance" is underway as of 1/17/2025. New episodes are released at 9E/8C on Thursday evening through the end of March. Join the 'Severed' Patreon page for new episode chatroom viewing parties every Thursday night. (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. Throughout this very exciting Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
WE'RE HALFWAY THROUGH THE SEASON, REFINER!Back again? So glad to have you! This week everyone is dealing with the fallout from the ORTBO. No more innie-Irv, and no WAY Helena Eagan is going back down there. She has a few choice words for those innies. It's not Helena Mark S. wants anyway, he wants his Helly R. back! We haven't seen her since the end of Season One.Helly R. returns to the severed floor...but not to open arms. She was outed by Irv as an Eagan, and Eagans are the enemy! Mark and Dylan have to deal with their trust issues.Seth Milchick has to deal with his first Monthly Performance Review as the department chief. It does NOT go well. An entire section entitled "Calamitous ORTBO" should tell you everything you need to know.Oh, yeah...and we discover Ricken is a sellout! He's completely re-writing "The You You Are" so it now tows the Eagan line. Devon is NOT happy! Grab a slice of Irv's Fruit Head and hit play on this week's EpiCap. It's time for "Trojan's Horse." Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" is underway as of 1/17/2025. New episodes are released at 9E/8C on Thursday evening through the end of March. Join the 'Severed' Patreon page for new episode chatroom viewing parties every Thursday night. (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. Throughout this very exciting Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
WELCOME TO ANOTHER EPICAP. THIS ONE IS HUGE!Back again? So glad to have you! This week, the MDR crew is headed outside...yes, outside. It's all a part of the 'New' Lumon (Lumon is listening!). The innies said they wanted to go outside...so here they are! Lumon has deposited them in an incredibly snowy and desolate area around a place called "Woe's Hollow." Woe's Hollow holds particular meaning for Kier. He wrote about it in the super-secret FOURTH appendix to the handbook.We'll get a look at this 4th Appendix and hear stories about Kier's TWIN BROTHER!! (Gasp!) Yeah, this all gets a bit soapy, but it's for a good cause. Got your snow boots and fur Cossack hat? You're gonna need 'em! It's time for EpiCap04 - 'Woe's Hollow.'Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!Support the show on Patreon! (Click here)APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" is underway as of 1/17/2025. New episodes are released at 9E/8C on Thursday evening through the end of March. Join the 'Severed' Patreon page for new episode chatroom viewing parties every Thursday night. (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. Throughout this very exciting Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed'.
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)WELCOME BACK REFINER! (Why are you squinting?)It seems like every episode so far in Season Two has been jam packed. This time around, in "Who is Alive?", we've got departmental reunions, Family Visitations, re-canonical paintings and a whole LOT of Goats! Yes, dear refiner, we return to the goat room...but it's not just the goat room. What we thought was the goat room last year was actually just the goat foyer. The goat room is...well, we'll talk about it.So jam a bright light in your eyes then stumble over to hit 'play' on your podcast machine. It's time for you to take this week's EpiCap: "Who is Alive?" Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!Support the showAPPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" is underway as of 1/17/2025. New episodes are released at 9E/8C on Thursday evening through the end of March. Join the 'Severed' Patreon page for new episode chatroom viewing parties every Thursday night. (www.patreon.com/SeveredPod) Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. Throughout this very exciting Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Se...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)SEASON 2 ROLLS ON WITH THE 'ALL OUTIE' SHOW!Welcome back, Refiner! The fun of Season Two continues with EpiCap number two from "Severed." So, were you curious as to what was going on with our outies during that last episode? Then you're gonna LOVE this episode! We discover the "Uprising" only took place a few days ago. Dylan and Irv were fired initially for being a part of it, but then re-hired after the Board realized Mark S. needed them. Mark S. needs his crew so he can be his most effective as a Refiner. Whatever it is he's doing, it's unique to Mark. The powers that be at Lumon seem to NEED Mark S. down there on the severed floor. 'Why' is still up in the air. Also, what's the deal with all of the Pineapples?? Huh??Huge thanks to Adam Scott, star of 'Severance' and host of the Severance Podcast for recording a custom intro for "Severed." Make sure to check out 'The Severance Podcast w/Ben Stiller & Adam Scott" wherever you found this one!Support the showAPPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" has been announced for 1/17/2025. While waiting on S2, we will continue to break down those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)TIME TO GET BACK TO WORK, REFINER!It's been far too long since there's been productive output from the Severed Floor. Now that Season Two is underway, the "Severed" Podcast will be doing weekly "EpiCaps" (EPIsode reCAPS...get it?). This is NOT the detailed, shot-by-shot breakdown normally done as a re-watch. The re-watch episodes will be released AFTER the entire season of "Severance."EpiCaps are more about what we saw, not so much about what it means. Be looking for a new EpiCap every Monday morning during the release of "Severance - Season Two." ALSO, don't miss our Thursday night viewing parties on the "Severed" Patreon Page. Each week we're watching the new episode then discussing it in detail in a private chatroom. No spoilers anywhere until you enter the chatroom. The Patron-Refiners seemed to have a good time for Episode One. Want to join us?? It's easy! Go to: patreon.com/SeveredPod. For $5/mo. you'll become a Patron-Refiner and can get in on the weekly viewing parties. Check it out!!BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!Support the showAPPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" has been announced for 1/17/2025. While waiting on S2, we will continue to break down those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)HEY, REFINER! SORRY TO BOTHER YOU AT HOME...I have a little something we need to discuss. It just couldn't wait until the next time you were back on the Severed Floor. I'll only need you for less time than it takes a four-year-old to count to one thousand.BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!Support the showAPPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" has been announced for 1/17/2025. While waiting on S2, we will continue to break down those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)WELCOME BACK, REFINER!Didn't really expect to see you again until after the holidays. AppleTV+ just couldn't help themselves. They decided to release the first 8 minutes of the first episode of the new season. They did this on December 23rd, so I was a bit occupied at the time. But I'm back to the editor and I've had a chance to break it down!SPOILERS: Milchick's the new manager of the Severed Floor, he has a new Deputy who might be a schoolgirl (or a robot) and the gang at MDR is all new. None of the other Macrodats returned except for Mark who, according to Milchick, couldn't wait to get back. If you believe any of this, you might be a severed innie. Milchick has become quite the proficient liar since S1. We'll get into that and a whole lot more as we break down the "Sneak Peek". BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!Support the showAPPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" has been announced for 1/17/2025. While waiting on S2, we will continue to break down those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)WELCOME BACK, REFINER! There's a new promo! Okay, so maybe not as exciting as the "Official Trailer" but it's good to see more promotion in the pipeline. This is a one-minute attempt to lure in new viewers. Adam Scott, Britt Lower and Ben Stiller all address the camera directly, talking as themselves. It's an interesting way to convert new viewers.There's not a lot...okay, almost NO...new stuff in this piece. It's going to be handy as a way to promote the show to your on-the-fence friends, but it's not giving away any goodies about the new season.Enjoy! And have a great holiday season. I'm sure we'll be talking again before the 17th. BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!Support the showAPPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" has been announced for 1/17/2025. While waiting on S2, we will continue to break down those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
In this episode, Fr. Tim Anastos (Eucharistic Preacher and pastor of the Newman Center at UIC) joins Sr. Alicia Torres and Tanner Kalina to discuss the #1 roadblock to evangelization… the feeling of not being good enough.They share their own stories in overcoming this fear and reiterate that confidence in our identities, born from our encounters with God, is essential to getting through this hurdle.They also talk about the four reasons someone might not feel good enough to evangelize:Past sins and woundsSpiritual envyFalse humilityFalse view of GodIf you enjoyed this conversation, please spend a minute and leave us a review and/or copy the link of this episode and share it with a friend!If you would like to check out the Admonitions of St. Francis of Assisi, please check out: https://www.prairiestfrancis.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/28-ADMONITIONS-OF-SAINT-FRANCIS-OF-ASSISI.pdfYou can find resources for the ongoing National Eucharistic Revival by visiting: www.eucharisticrevival.orgAnd, finally, if you would like to watch today's conversation, head over to the Eucharistic Revival's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgDeuVYSmzeSYzRO14bQh4TbsUtCjgov5An NEC Podcasts original.
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)WELCOME BACK, REFINER!! HUGE NEWS!On December 7th, 2024, Apple TV + released an incredible 2 and a half minute "Official" Trailer for the new season of 'Severance.' IT'S AWESOME! Can a man talk for an hour about a less than three minute trailer? Easily! Check it out, gang...this is the biggest taste yet of what things are going to be like for Season Two. Based on this, I'd say the new season will be as well regarded as the Egg Bar...and we all know what everyone thinks of the Egg Bar.On You Go...-Allen S.BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!Support the showAPPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" has been announced for 1/17/2025. While waiting on S2, we will continue to break down those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)HUGE NEWS, REFINERS! Ben Stiller and Dan Erickson have emerged from the edit bay and are ready to talk about Season Two of 'Severance.' They sat down with Athony Breznican of 'Vanity Fair' Magazine for a Q&A. Plus, they brought along a dozen new images from the set to share.This is a walk-through of the interview. If you want to read it for yourself, and check out the pictures, head over to vanityfair.com and search for the latest 'Severance' article.BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!Support the showAPPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" has been announced for 1/17/2025. While waiting on S2, we will continue to break down those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Today's episode is about unpacking what one of the world's largest asset managers has to say about Bitcoin. A $5 trillion juggernaut, Fidelity has been one of the early institutional movers when it comes to Bitcoin and their explanation of why "Bitcoin first" is well worth understanding. Ultimately, Bitcoin doesn't care what Fidelity thinks, but for many people, they do care what a highly influential voice in the institutional world thinks. Here's their thesis outlined in the podcast - https://www.fidelitydigitalassets.com/sites/default/files/documents/1012662.3.0%20Bitcoin%20First%20Revisited_Final.pdfYou can follow me on X at @Dale21M or visit www.whybitcoinshow.com for any feedback. I'm on a mission to help people understand "why Bitcoin". If you could like, comment and share this episode with friends, it's the single most valuable thing you could do to help spread the message.Whether you're experienced or just getting going withBitcoin, we can assist you in that journey. Bitcoin Mentor is a Bitcoin consultancy that embodies best practices on how to safely and securely self-custody your bitcoin. Book a session with me to up your game and set yourself up for financial freedom - www.bitcoinmentor.io/mentor/dale-warburtonMuch love to all my listeners/watchers!
This month Ivan Oransky joins us to talk about his work as a journalist and advocate for monitoring scientific misconduct.Ivan confesses about his beginnings as a young playwright of the immune systemHe discusses how and why he left medicine to become a journalistIvan's mentors encouraged him to develop by getting experience as a journalist and editorIvan reflects on how his training as a physician was helpful and allowed people to trust himHe stresses how important it is to read in order to develop story-writing skillsIvan explains that curiosity and attention can help to hunt for good storiesHe thinks the trend to ‘weaponization' is central to what's wrong in science and science communication todayHe suggests that going ‘upstream' might help to explain the methodology and not just the results of scienceIvan describes the origins of Retraction Watch and looking for the stories behind the retractionsHe also insists that we need to look upstream to understand what leads to the fraud (or sloppiness) behind the retractionsFinally, learning to say NO is an important skill to keeping focusedIvan mentioned these scientists, writers and institutionsHarvard University : https://www.harvard.edu/The Harvard Crimson https://www.thecrimson.com/Yale University https://www.yale.edu/The Scientist https://www.the-scientist.com/Journal of American Medical Association https://jamanetwork.com/New York University's Carter Journalism Institute https://journalism.nyu.edu/The New York Times https://www.nytimes.comLawrence Altman MD https://www.nytimes.com/by/lawrence-k-altmanGeorge Lundberg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_D._Lundberg https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1114712/To find out more about Ivan and his work visit these links at NYU https://journalism.nyu.edu/about-us/profile/ivan-oransky-md/on Twitter/X https://x.com/ivanoranskyRetraction Watch https://retractionwatch.com/The Transmitter /Spectrum magazine https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_TransmitterIvan's first play about the Immune System (aged 11) https://theoranskyjournal.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/immune-system-play.pdfYou want to support our work ? Buy us a coffee ! ==> https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lonelypipetteTo find out more about Renaud and Jonathan : Twitter : https://twitter.com/LePourpre LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/renaudpourpre/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/Epigenetique LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanweitzman/%20 More about the soundtrack :Music by Amaria - Lovely Swindler https://soundcloud.com/amariamusique/
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)LIVING LIFE 90 SECONDS AT A TIME...Apple TV+ is back with another glimpse into the weird world of "Severance" Season 2. As we move closer and closer to getting the gang back into MDR, this promo is telling us they might not be the gang we want! Oh, and Mark might be unsevered!! Er...I'm sorry...re-integrated. Milchick's back, Dylan might not be in trouble and there's no word if Helly got a sitdown with 'The Board.'There's a lot to unpack here. It took me nearly twenty minutes just to pull apart a 90 second promo. Staying in practice for S2!Enjoy, and remember to listen to the "Severed: Origins" episodes while we're waiting on January 17th. BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" has been announced for 1/17/2025. While waiting on S2, we will continue to break down those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)WELCOME BACK, REFINER! ARE YOU READY FOR MORE DARKNESS...?We're back, and it's time to finish our current "Origins" project. We're going to get into the final hour of 'Dark City.' This movie is deceiving. It's only 90 minutes but, wow...Director Alex Proyas jammed a LOT of stuff into 90 minutes! Literally thousands of cuts are telling a more involved story than you'd expect in such a short film.We have Strangers to battle...creepy Dr. Schreber is a turn coat, surprise-surprise, and Johnny Murdoch is a heck of a landscaper. He LOVES water features! Emma is going to become Anna, Mr. Hand tries to be Murdoch and Bumstead's going for a spacewalk...this is CRAZY! And DARK! Grab your Fedora and Duster, Refiner...it's time to unravel the mysteries of Dark City once and for all! BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" has been announced for 1/17/2025. While waiting on S2, we will continue to break down those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)WELCOME BACK TO THE DARKNESS, REFINER!This is Part Two of our epic "Dark City" breakdown. This 1998 Sci-fi opus was a huge influence on Dan Erickson as he was creating 'Severance.' Last time, we met the players. This time out, we're going to dig into the mystery that is Dark City. Why is there no daylight? Why can't anyone seem to give directions to 'Shell Beach'? And, just how many dead hookers is it going to take before someone stops the serial killer who's run amok??!! Officer Frank Bumstead is doing his best to stop this monster...if only he could get anyone to listen to him.Thanks for joining me! I'm just trying to keep myself occupied until Jan. 17th. Be watching for "Dark City-PT3" coming soon!!BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! Season 2 of "Severance" has been announced for 1/17/2025. While waiting on S2, we will continue to break down those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. (Can't respond...sorry.)BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! "Severed" is on hiatus until the end of Season Two. Whlle waiting on S2, we will be taking a look at those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Send us a Text Message.This is one of the "lost chapters" intended to appear earlier in the series but was skipped over.Xiaoyao loses his way at evening in the deep mountains, but a chance meeting saves him from a freezing overnight sojourn.The hermit takes the opportunity to try and teach Xiaoyao the arcane secrets of the River Diagram--the 河圖--which communicates its crucial message symbolically, using a structured pattern of black and white dots. The structure itself is based upon a magic square of fifteen.This can be confusing unless you have the diagram in front of you (and maybe even then) so there are several options.You can download the original pdf article with all the illustrations from this URL:https://thefatmonk.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/9-2_river_diagram.pdfYou can refer to this wikipedia article for the illustration: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yellow_River_Mapor if you want more deeper reference for the relationship of the River Diagram and the verses quoted from the book "Understanding Reality, see this link (in Chinese):https://wapbaike.baidu.com/tashuo/browse/content?id=9ecbf4e3de00c2d59ec0e147SHOW NOTES:Xiaoyao Xingzhe, the self-styled carefree pilgrim, has lived and worked all over the world, having crossed the Gobi in a decrepit jeep, lived with a solitary monk in the mountains of Korea, dined with the family of the last emperor of China, and helped police with their enquiries in Amarillo, Texas.FAN MAIL is. a new feature now available to leave feedback on episodes, love or hate them. Look for the button in the top ribbon when you click on “Episodes.”Visit the Fat Monk Website: https://thefatmonk.net/for pdfs of all recorded chapters and a few more, as well as other bits of interest on Daoism, Buddhism and Neidan, with an emphasis (but not a limitation) on pre-twentieth century authors such as Huang Yuanji and Li Daochun.If you would like to support the production costs of this podcast, you may do so at Ko-fi. Check out the wonderful Flora Carbo and her music:https://floracarbo.com/
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. WELCOME BACK, REFINER! Big news! The powers that be from Lumon have made a huge announcement. Er, umm...maybe it's the Powers that be at Red Hour/AppleTV+. Whoever it is, they've graced us with a release date. Sure, it's next year and it means there is, technically, a three-year difference between the premier of S1 and the premier of S2. Admittedly, some folks have left the fold, claiming the show is good, but this is far too long to wait for more content. The rest of us, the True Believers, have been willing to hang around for more. It's just too GOOD, isn't it?So, here's a quick...and I do mean QUICK...like four SECONDS...look at some new stuff coming in the Second Season. We'll even meet one of the new cast members...briefly. Spoilers are everywhere. We'll be discussing possible storylines for S2 along with whatever minimal reveals we might find in this trailer. If you're trying to remain totally spoiler-free for S2, you will want to tread lightly here.For everyone else, if your need for any scrap of info about S2 is making you nuts...you've come to the right place. Enjoy!BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! "Severed" is on hiatus until the end of Season Two. Whlle waiting on S2, we will be taking a look at those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. LET'S FINISH THIS THING! This is it, Refiner...our final visit to the head of John Malkovich. Join me!!This episode has it ALL! We go to the "Malkovich" restaurant, we race through Johnny M.'s rather disturbing subconscious AND we discover the Future Vessel!! Will Lotte and Maxine get together? Will Craig ever find love? Will John Malkovich get back to being an actor?? All this and more will be revealed when you hit 'play' on this chapter of "Severed: Origins".SPOILERS: This is PART 3 of our 3-part "Origins" series covering "Being John Malkovich." Nothing is off-limits. If you have not heard parts one and two yet, make sure to go back and listen to them BEFORE you start on this chapter.BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! "Severed" is on hiatus until the end of Season Two. Whlle waiting on S2, we will be taking a look at those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
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Drop a note to Allen S. right here. WELCOME TO MORE WEIRDNESS!! It's time for "Being John Malkovich"-PT2. If you remember last time, our good buddy and frustrated puppeteer Craig Schwartz started a new job. While in the file room at LesterCorp. he discovered a tiny door. All indications are he's about to go through it...and we're going with him!This is PART TWO of the "Severed: Origins" breakdown of "Being John Malkovich." It's one of the things cited by Dan Erickson as an inspiration during his creation of "Severance."Oh, and in case you're wondering...no, we don't finish it this week. There will be a THIRD part to this breakdown!! Hope you're having a great summer, Refiner! Enjoy...BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! "Severed" is on hiatus until the end of Season Two. Whlle waiting on S2, we will be taking a look at those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. SORRY TO BOTHER YOU AT HOME, REFINER…This was just too good to keep. I didn't think I could wait until the next time you were down on the Severed Floor. On June 10th, 2024, Apple held it's annual Worldwide Developer's Conference. As part of the welcome, they debuted a promotional video teasing upcoming series and movies available during the fall season. THERE WERE 12 NEW SECONDS OF 'SEVERANCE' FOOTAGE IN THIS PROMOTION!! This is a detailed breakdown of those 12 seconds. There's a lot more there than you might think!! Enjoy, Refiner, and be watching for Part Two of "Being John Malkovich" in the "Severed: Origins" series. BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! "Severed" is on hiatus until the end of Season Two. Whlle waiting on S2, we will be taking a look at those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
2024-06-07 Host Craig Lipset was joined by a special guest host, Jean Sposaro (BMS) for our session around Sponsor Experience Implementing DCTs. TransCelerate Bio Pharma conducted a survey in 2023 to better understand the collective experience of TransCelerate members deploying decentralized clinical trial (DCT) elements beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. Ashley Butler (TransCelerate) and Joachim Lovin (Novo Nordisk) joined us for the discussion. TransCelerate's recently released whitepaper can be found here --> https://www.transceleratebiopharmainc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sponsor-Experience-Implementing-Decentralized-Clinical-Trial-DCT-Elements-DCT-Implementation-Survey-Results_vFINAL-1.pdfYou can join TGIF-DTRA Sessions live on LinkedIn Live Audio on Friday's at 12:00 PM ET by checking out our LinkedIn. Follow the Decentralized Trials & Research Alliance (DTRA) on LinkedIn and X. Learn more about Membership options and our work at www.dtra.org.
Drop a note to Allen S. right here. WELCOME BACK, REFINER! TIME FOR MORE "SEVERED: ORIGINS"!This week, we're beginning a voyage into the mind....of John Malkovich. It's time to break down the notorious and infamous "Being John Malkovich" from 1999. Dan Erickson has mentioned this as one of his inspirations while creating "Severance." It's easy to see the questions about 'self' and who is in control raised by this movie. John Malkovich also has literal 'innies' who inhabit his consciousness...but only for fifteen minutes.This time, in Part One, we're going to meet a 'happy' couple: Craig and Lotte Schwartz. She works at a pet store, he's a professional puppeteer. Stop snickering! He's devoted to his craft, and he's REALLY good at it...he's just not always the most appropriate. We see Craig get punched in the face thanks to the randy antics of his 12th Century puppets.Due to the current "wintry economic climate" Craig agrees he should go find a job...and not necessarily as a puppeteer. Craig finds LesterCorp, a professional file management service. Craig's incredibly strong marionette fingers make him great when it comes to high-speed precision filing. It's while working at LesterCorp that Craig both meets the alluring Maxine and discovers a portal into the head and consciousness of actor John Malkovich.This time we are going to meet the gang and get hired at LesterCorp. We'll follow things in Part One right up to the point where Craig discovers the portal. So, Refiner, if you're ready, it's time to open the "SevBECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!DMR - Deweys Movie Reviews - PodcastWelcome to DMR - Deweys Movie Reviews - An Aussie podcast reviewing film & seriesListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyAPPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! "Severed" is on hiatus until the end of Season Two. Whlle waiting on S2, we will be taking a look at those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
WELCOME BACK, REFINER!! Ready for more "Black Mirror" weirdness?? It's time to jump right back into the twisted mind of Charlie Brooker and his "Black Mirror" episode called "White Christmas"? Is it a Christmas Special? Is it a dark and twisted look at the future of Social Media? Is it a Crime Drama with a twist? Turns out, it's all three.This time, in Part Two, we will be FINISHING the "White Christmas" episode. We're going to discover the future of 'Cookies'...turns out they get a whole lot smarter than they are now. We'll also have a lot more fun with Z-eyes and 'blocking.' Grab a snow globe and a slice of slightly underdone toast...it's time to once again open the file called "White Christmas."BECOME A PATRON-REFINER!! Make the most of your time on the Severed Floor. Visit Patreon.com/SeveredPod to become a Refiner!! Just $5/mo. for inside info, games, trivia and early access to future "Severed" podcast episodes. Join the fun and help support the Podcast!!APPLE PODCAST LISTENERS: If you are enjoying "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast" please make sure to leave a 5-star rating (and, if you want, a review telling others to give it a try). Higher rated podcasts get better placement in suggestion lists. It helps more "Severance" fans find the show. Thanks!!! "Severed" is on hiatus until the end of Season Two. Whlle waiting on S2, we will be taking a look at those things that Dan Erickson has listed as inspiration. Be watching for those episodes under the title "Severed: Origins." Join the fun on our Facebook page @SeveredPod. While we're all waiting around on news of Season Two, I'll try to keep you updated on news about the show. Also, let's talk!! Comments? Theories? Corrections? I LOVE 'EM!! Send to: SeveredPod@gmail.comPLEASE MAKE SURE TO SHARE THE PODCAST WITH YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE 'SEVERANCE' FANS. THE SHOW GROWS THROUGH WORD OF MOUTH!!Needing your own copies of the Lexington Letter and Orientation Booklet? I've got you covered with downloadable PDFs of both documents:LETTER: LEXINGTONLETTER-TheLetter.pdf HANDBOOK: LEXINGTONLETTER-MDROrientationHandbook.pdfYou haven't completely watched 'Severance' until you've listened to 'Severed.'...
Join Pastor Alan Kraft in this heartfelt sermon as he explores the essence of intentional spiritual formation and the transformative power of core practices like Stillness, Prayer, Scripture Meditation, Practicing the Presence of Jesus, and Sabbath. Discover how these practices can deepen your intimacy with Jesus and shape a life anchored in His love and truth.For prayer, giving, and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.orgWeek 8 Small Group guide: https://www.cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Intimate-God-Small-Group-Guide-Week-8.pdfWeek 8 exercise: https://www.cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Intimate-God-Exercises-Continuing-Your-Journey.pdfYou're Invited!…: https://mailchi.mp/cccgreeley/weekly-digital-newsletter-685478Christ Community Church – Greeley, CO
Wes Ascolese brings Trypoxylus "Tryp" to the table. Tryp is a newborn hive mind formed from a group of Japanese stag beetles looking to learn about the world they are seeing with new eyes.Wes and I discuss how bugs think, trying to build a unified identity, and discovering yourself through your characters.This character is built for The Wildsea by Felix Isaacs: https://myth.works/collections/the-wildsea-homepageWes Ascolese is a leftist TTRPG collector and enthusiast, amateur bookbinder, and obsessive knowledge seeker. He co-wrote Beyond Deep, an adventure for Mörk Borg, with Christopher Koger, which you can find at Exalted Funderal: https://www.exaltedfuneral.com/products/beyond-deep-pdfYou can find Wes at:X: https://x.com/WesAscoleseInstagram: https://instagram.com/atomicwesselsCover art by The CuriographerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecuriographer Sign up for my Newsletter to stay up-to-date on the podcast:https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/760760/109867356957705889/shareYou can find Star at:Website: http://www.characterswithoutstories.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@starmamacYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@characterswithoutstoriesBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cwspod.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.net/@characterswithoutstoriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/characterswithoutstoriesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/characterswithoutstoriesThanks for listening, and may all your characters find their stories!
Problems with sex, vaginal pain, irritation, bladder symptoms and urinary tract infections are very common in menopause after cancer. Our guest experts today are sexual health educator and Yes ambassador Lavinia Winch who will talk us through all of our non-hormonal options, from moisturisers to lubes, to how to wash, and what ingredients to use or not to use. We are also joined by the wonderful Dr Carys Sonnenberg, a menopause specialist, who will advise on the role of vaginal oestrogen and will talk us through all the types available to us.I'm also joined by a whole group of amazing ladies from our community who will have a chance to ask their questions - and it is always very special for me when we bring together our community of women with our fabulous experts!This is a super practical episode, a little longer than our usual episodes - it is full of tips and both experts share a wealth of information.A HUGE thanks goes to YES not only for making such great products that can really help with so many symptoms but they are also sponsoring this podcast. Thank you @yes for all you do for the women in my community.Remember you can get some of the YES products from your GP or go HERE for their full range and lots of great info on their website.YES has kindly given us a discount code to use. Go to their website and enter code HEALTHYWHOLEME for 15% offhttps://www.yesyesyes.org/healthywholemeAnd here is a little note from Dr. Sonnenberg to you:I want to encourage women to be examined if possible, as some women struggle on and the diagnosis is not GUSM it's lichen sclerosis or lichen planus which need steroid treatment. There are non hormonal treatments for bladder stability that would be fine post cancer and for nearly every woman vaginal oestrogen is safe in one form or another. I see women who deal with terrible bladder problems and leak constantly and don't get help, maybe post hysterectomy for cancer. We can do lots of things to stabilise the bladder and to keep the vagina and vulva healthy. https://www.womens-health-concern.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/23-WHC-FACTSHEET-UrogenitalProblems-NOV2022-B.pdfYou can find Dr. Sonnenberg here. And Lavinia's email for further signposting is here: lavinia@yesyesyes.orgEpisode Highlights:[10:12] Bladder and urinary symptoms in menopause.[15:35] Sexual health, relationships, varied experiences, self-care.[24:26] Lack of knowledge leads to lack of options.[27:38] How we should wash our vaginas and vulvas.[29:20] Vaginal moisturisers and lubricants. [36:30] You should discuss preferences, availability, and common genitourinary syndrome and understand changes.[53:51] Bladder diary tracks drinks and bathroom habits.[54:57] Tips for managing an overactive bladder[01:00:20] Importance of building body confidence, treatment options.[01:05:59] Speak up, ask for help in treatment.[01:11:42]Rediscovering sexual health, pleasure, and intimacy.About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause...