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Do you spend your weekends visiting cliffs with your child to find out which ones would be deadliest? Well, that’s something Fiona Hardy did in researching her new ‘cosy crime’ novel, Old Games! In this episode, Fiona joins us to discuss the inspiration for this latest book, her own writing process and how she went from kids to adult fiction! 00:00 Welcome06:31 Writers in the wild11:06 Writing tip: Metrics of success14:31 WIN!: The Clueless Guide to Solving a Mystery by Samera Kamaleddine & Hykie Breeze16:10 Word of the week: ’Obstreperous’16:57 Writer in residence: Fiona Hardy17:50 What is her new book ‘Old Games’ all about?20:09 Plotting and pitching this second novel23:25 Cosy crime without a murder26:19 Writing fight scenes27:41 Realistic consequences28:28 Setting the story in Victoria30:23 Researching crime and cliffs32:42 Balancing bookselling and writing34:11 Daily writing process and goals35:31 Publicity, creating socials and anxiety39:17 How Fiona moved from kids to adult books40:34 Future projects43:39 Writing tip45:10 Final thoughts Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In the fifth 15-minute section of our screenplay, Napoleon's journey takes a sharp, downward turn. Success is replaced by mounting setbacks as our hero heads to Egypt - an ambiguous mission that isolates him from power and allies. The Directory's antagonism grows ever more apparent, Josephine's betrayals come to light, and disaster strikes in the form of Nelson's fleet. As loyalty in his own ranks falters, Napoleon faces not only external foes but the erosion of his own myth, setting the stage for the looming low point of his story.In episode six of our screenwriting escapade we continue to forge ahead in our mission of crafting a top-notch screenplay treatment about the life of Napoleon Bonaparte. Alex Stevenson is joined by James Topham (who knows a thing or two about screenwriting) and Ben Deery (who knows a thing or two about acting) to put the movie world to rights. Having analysed the pitfalls and frustrations of Ridley Scott's Napoleon 2023 in the first season the Napoleon Movie Quarter-Hourly, this time round the team have to come up with the magic themselves.This episode features a bonus contribution from our own Prof Alexander Mikaberidze from 35:40 - explaining the precise nature of the incontrovertible evidence of Josephine's infidelity which Junot is supposed to have presented to Bonaparte... As our resident bot NAIpoleon Bot-aparte puts it:A Playful Opening and Format Mash-UpThe episode begins with a tongue-in-cheek parody intro as “Cavalry Matters,” poking fun at historical drama tropes and AI-generated content, before moving into the “Napoleon movie” project focus 00:00:09.Introduction of the Team and Their RolesAlex Stevenson introduces the project collaborators: Benjamin Deery (acting expertise) and James Topham (screenwriting expertise). The trio set out to reimagine Napoleon's story for the screen 00:01:26.Recap and Structure So FarJames Topham recaps their progress, summarizing the story up to scene 20—the film's midpoint. He details five key scenes depicting Napoleon's transition from general to budding ruler and the dynamic with Josephine 00:03:14.Dramatic and Character DevelopmentsThe team walk through significant scenes involving military victories, shifting romantic dynamics (including Napoleon's changing feelings for Josephine), negotiations, and turning points, such as Josephine's infidelity and the metaphorical “unripe pear” scene 00:04:34.Debate over Historical Events and Narrative ChoicesThere's an in-depth discussion about the authenticity and dramatic effectiveness of sending Napoleon to England vs. Egypt, with concerns about narrative payoff and dramatic logic for audiences 00:12:22.Motivations Behind the Egyptian CampaignAlex Stevenson provides historical context for Napoleon's Egyptian adventure, discussing the Directory's motives, the project's ties to myth-making, prestige, and the origins of Egyptology (including the Rosetta Stone) 00:16:16.Identifying the "Bad Guys Close In" PhaseThe team frame the next segment of their narrative as the “bad guys close in” phase, per Blake Snyder's structure. This act will feature setbacks for Napoleon, the Directory as antagonists, and cracks forming within Napoleon's “gang” 00:22:02.Setbacks in Egypt and Antagonist DynamicsA list of major setbacks is outlined: confirmed betrayal by Josephine, isolation after Nelson destroys the French fleet, Ottoman intervention orchestrated by the Directory, and discussions on how to visually and narratively stack these blows for dramatic effect 00:27:32.Reintegrating and Redefining the "Gang"They debate how to portray dissension among Napoleon's loyalists. 00:43:22.Looking Ahead: Approaching the Low PointThe episode closes with a preview of the next section: Napoleon's imminent “all is lost” moment, a stretch defined as the dark night of the soul, where all seems lost before act three begins. 00:51:07.

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At COP28 in December 2023, the world committed to transitioning away from fossil fuels. Yet in the years since, there’s been little progress. A meeting in Colombia last month hoped to change that, gathering ministers and climate envoys from 57 countries to try and chart a path to end the use of fossil fuels. This week on Zero, Tzeporah Berman, chair of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative, tells Akshat Rathi what the conference achieved and where it goes next. Explore further: Fossil Fuel Treaty Initiative website First Conference on the Transition Away from Fossil Fuels Countries Draw Up Next Steps to Decarbonize at Colombia Fossil-Fuel Summit Climate Negotiators Meet in Santa Marta to Discuss Fossil Fuel Transition - Bloomberg Zero is a production of Bloomberg Green. Our producer is Oscar Boyd. Special thanks to Sommer Saadi, Sharon Chen and Laura Millan. Thoughts or suggestions? Email us at zeropod@bloomberg.net. For more coverage of climate change and solutions, visit https://www.bloomberg.com/green.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EPISODE DESCRIPTION A Massachusetts Democrat is under fire from his own party after criticizing a Maine Senate candidate tied to Nazi imagery and extremist rhetoric. Meanwhile, JD Vance and the Trump administration say they're uncovering staggering levels of fraud across federal programs — and New York progressives are now openly discussing aggressive property seizure policies critics say resemble socialism and state control. Tara connects the dots between rising extremism, fraud investigations, collapsing blue-state economics, and the growing ideological divide reshaping America. CLICKABLE HEADLINE OPTIONS Democrats ATTACK Jewish Congressman Over Nazi Candidate JD Vance Exposes MASSIVE Fraud Network NYC Moves Toward Socialist Property Seizures Democrats REFUSE To Fight Fraud Blue States Losing Residents FAST Trump Team Recovers BILLIONS In Fraud Crackdown Democrat Civil War Explodes Over Extremist Candidate Socialism Is DESTROYING Blue States SEO KEYWORDS JD Vance fraud investigation, Democrat Nazi controversy, Maine Senate candidate scandal, socialist property seizure, New York housing crackdown, government fraud recovery, Stephen Miller fraud comments, blue state exodus, Democrat civil war, Trump administration fraud cleanup, communist policies America, red state economic growth, New York property seizures, political podcast, Tara Servatius PODCAST SUMMARY Today's episode breaks down the political firestorm surrounding a Massachusetts Democrat who criticized a Maine Senate candidate accused of embracing Nazi symbolism and extremist socialist rhetoric — only to face backlash from members of his own party. Tara also examines the Trump administration's escalating fraud crackdown led by JD Vance and Stephen Miller, including claims that hundreds of billions of dollars have already been recovered from fraudulent COVID relief, student aid, and welfare-related programs. According to administration officials, eliminating fraud could dramatically reshape the federal budget. The show then pivots to New York City, where new housing proposals have sparked outrage among critics who argue progressive leaders are laying the groundwork for government-backed property seizures through code enforcement and nonprofit partnerships. Finally, Tara highlights new economic migration data showing millions of Americans relocating from blue counties to red counties as income growth increasingly favors Republican-led states. FEATURED STORIES Democrat backlash after congressman condemns extremist candidate Jewish Democrat attacked by own party over Nazi imagery criticism JD Vance announces massive fraud recovery efforts Stephen Miller says fraud elimination could balance federal budget Blue-state attorneys general refuse anti-fraud coordination meeting New York housing proposal sparks socialism accusations Millions of Americans fleeing blue counties for red-state economies Study shows red-state income growth outpacing blue states SOUND BITES “The backlash wasn't over the tattoo — it was over calling it out.” “Fraud has become so massive it could reshape the federal budget.” “People are voting with their feet and leaving blue states behind.” “The political divide in America is no longer just ideological — it's economic.” “What starts with landlords never stops with landlords.” THUMBNAIL TEXT OPTIONS DEMS DEFEND THIS?! FRAUD EMPIRE EXPOSED NYC GOES FULL COMMIE BILLIONS STOLEN RED STATES WINNING PARTY IN MELTDOWN YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION A Massachusetts Democrat is being attacked by his own party after criticizing a Maine Senate candidate tied to Nazi imagery and extremist socialist rhetoric. At the same time, JD Vance and Stephen Miller say the Trump administration is uncovering unprecedented levels of fraud involving COVID relief, student aid, and government handouts — with officials claiming fraud elimination alone could dramatically change the federal budget. Tara also breaks down New York City's controversial housing crackdown, why critics ...

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In the fourth 15-minute section of our movie screenplay we move towards the midpoint, the critical moment where accumulating consequences for our hero Napoleon Bonaparte make him realise his military successes represent a false hope. He's going to have to rethink - and we need to set out in this section of the film why that's the case. In episode four of our screenwriting escapade we continue to forge ahead in our mission of crafting a top-notch screenplay treatment about the life of Napoleon Bonaparte. Alex Stevenson is joined by James Topham (who knows a thing or two about screenwriting) and Ben Deery (who knows a thing or two about acting) to put the movie world to rights. Having analysed the pitfalls and frustrations of Ridley Scott's Napoleon 2023 in the first season the Napoleon Movie Quarter-Hourly, this time round the team have to come up with the magic themselves.As our resident bot NAIpoleon Bot-aparte puts it:Introduction and Project Title DiscussionAlex Stevenson reflects on the complexities of both the project's title and their ongoing efforts to tackle the Napoleon movie's midpoint (00:00:09).Screenwriting Structure and the "Midpoint"James Topham explains the significance of the midpoint in screenwriting, emphasizing the protagonist's realization that their initial insight was a false hope, necessitating a new approach (00:02:16).Napoleon's Myth and PowerBen and Alex Stevenson discuss how Napoleon leaned into myth-making for power, and debate when in his real-life story this strategy likely fails or must be re-evaluated (00:03:47).Limits of Power and FrustrationAlex Stevenson suggests that Napoleon's frustration comes from being undermined by political rivals (the Directory, especially Barras), despite his military successes (00:04:37).Internal vs. External ConflictJames Topham highlights the internal conflict between Napoleon's public myth and his private insecurities, amplified by his relationship with Josephine (00:05:39).Humorous Interlude: The Pug IncidentThe hosts share an anecdote from a Napoleon biography about Josephine's pug being killed, debating its potential inclusion in the screenplay for dramatic or comedic effect (00:08:47).Montage of Military Success and Growing AmbitionA recap of part of the screenplay treatment: Napoleon's rapid victories in Italy, the spread of his legend, and his increasing enjoyment of administrative power (00:10:25).Love Triangle and Character ComplexityThe group discusses Josephine's ambiguous love life, including her affair with Lieutenant Charles. They recognize its importance for the evolving love triangle and consider how this complexity impacts Napoleon's character and the script (00:21:06).The Real Midpoint: Power Struggles and SetbacksAlex Stevenson proposes that the midpoint pivots on Napoleon's frustration with being constrained by the Directory, underscored by a potential “resignation scene” where he realizes his myth is not sufficient for true power (00:27:03).Foreshadowing Future Conflict and DirectionThe episode ends with the group teasing Napoleon's next move, possibly the Egyptian campaign, and reiterating the need to heighten personal and political conflict—while ending on a comedic note debating pears and apples (00:39:23).

How do the binary electronic signals of neurons give rise to subjective experience? Mathematician and machine learning researcher Nina Miolane joined science historian Claire Isabel Webb to explore this question from an unexpected direction: geometry. Plotting the collective firing rate of neurons in 3D space, Miolane's Geometric Intelligence Lab at UC Santa Barbara found the result created a torus. When they trained an artificial neural network on the same task, it converged on the same shape. Miolane posits that biological and artificial intelligence may be reaching for a universal computational design. In this fascinating conversation, Webb and Miolane discussed how geometry is the most ancient branch of physics; it is the language we use to describe the curvature of spacetime and the General Relativity of the universe. Might it also map the universe inside us?

This week on RHOA, K. Michelle reveals a scheme set up regarding a past rumor, Drew threatens to bring the Chicago out and then gets a headache, Cynthia just tries to get all the girls to her gala, and more!Follow me on social media, find links to merch, Patreon and more here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tech giants are increasingly looking beyond Earth to solve one of AI's biggest growing pains: where to put all the computers.

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Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer are back with Good Take on the RealGM Radio YouTube channel, starting with the Cavaliers' overtime win over the Pistons. After Kenny Atkinson claimed Cleveland had the momentum in the series, Wes and Mike debate whether the Cavs are actually in control or if Detroit still has answers. Then it's time for the week's best NBA takes. Wes argues that everyone is talking about the San Antonio Spurs the wrong way. Victor Wembanyama is the headline, but Dylan Harper might be the missing piece who turns San Antonio into the NBA's next great powerhouse. Could Wemby and Harper become the best long-term duo in the league — or even the next Shaq and Kobe? Mike brings a take on why Jalen Duren's restricted free agency could become one of the most interesting storylines of the offseason. Plus, the And-1 take explains why the outrage over the Pacers losing their pick may be overblown. Subscribe to RealGM Radio for Good Take every Thursday, plus smart NBA analysis, playoff reaction, offseason storylines and big-picture basketball conversations. 00:00 Cavs-Pistons Reaction 21:19 Jalen Duren's free agency 36:00 Do the Spurs have the next Shaq and Kobe? 47:30 Enough Pacers outrage 53:16 Lakers Offseason Checklist   RealGM Radio is your top spot for the best weekly NBA coverage. Subscribe to get RealM Radio with Wes Goldberg, the Double Dribble and Good Take every week.   Monday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Tuesday: RealGM Radio with Wes Goldberg Wednesday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Thursday: Good Take with Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer   Subscribe to watch more RealGM Radio videos: youtube.com/@RealGMRadio   FOLLOW REALGM ON SOCIAL RealGM on X/Twitter https://x.com/RealGM RealGM on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/realgmnba/   #nba #victorwembanyama #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reports are emerging that OpenAI is considering legal action against Apple allegedly because OpenAI execs aren't happy with Apple's efforts to integrate ChatGPT into its devices. This follows a 2024 deal between the two companies and comes amid the ongoing trial pitting OpenAI CEO Sam Altman against Elon Musk. For more, KCBS' Holly Quan spoke with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.

It's another febrile day in Westminster with Prime Minister Keir Starmer - for now - clinging on but he's far from safe as a succession of ministers have stepped down, with more expected to go. On top of that, the man who has become the PM's nemesis in the north, Andy Burnham, is apparently down in London. Shopping? Plotting? So it looks like Keir Starmer might just hit the current average tenure of British Prime Ministers - two years, but no more. Is this really the way to run a country in the middle of two wars and a cost-of-living crisis? And could anyone else really do any better? On this episode of The Fourcast, Krishnan Guru-Murthy is joined by the Liverpool Echo's Political Editor Liam Thorp, who has co-authored a book with Andy Burnham on how to transform the country, and the Observer columnist Will Hutton.

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This week on Amigos: Everything Amiga, we dive into Captain Blood — a surreal sci-fi dreamscape packed with alien languages, a Jean-Michel Jarre soundtrack, and some of the strangest gameplay ever released on the Amiga — plus current Amiga news and more!

This week on Amigos: Everything Amiga, we dive into Captain Blood — a surreal sci-fi dreamscape packed with alien languages, a Jean-Michel Jarre soundtrack, and some of the strangest gameplay ever released on the Amiga — plus current Amiga news and more!

It's election day across the UK, and speculation is rife about a looming plot to oust Keir Starmer. But should the Labour Party just admit it's not as good at skulduggery as the Conservatives in their heyday?Hugo Rifkind is joined by Sarah Ditum and Matthew Parris, to discuss scheming politicians, the drinking culture in Parliament, and how the 24 hour news cycle changed modern politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first 15 minutes of Act 2 of our putative Napoleon movie, we get into "the promise of the premise"—delivering the kind of content audiences expect from a Napoleon film: military campaigns, political maneuveures, personal intrigue... as well as some further development of the love story with Josephine and Napoleon's antagonist Paul Barras; and, above all, the idea of mythmaking as a key theme. In episode four of our screenwriting escapade we continue to forge ahead in our mission of crafting a top-notch screenplay treatment about the life of Napoleon Bonaparte. Alex Stevenson is joined by James Topham (who knows a thing or two about screenwriting) and Ben Deery (who knows a thing or two about acting) to put the movie world to rights. Having analysed the pitfalls and frustrations of Ridley Scott's Napoleon 2023 in the first season the Napoleon Movie Quarter-Hourly, this time round the team have to come up with the magic themselves.As our resident AI bot N-AI-poleon Bot-aparte puts it:1. Three-Act Structure and Threshold CrossingThe end of Act 1 is discussed as a pivotal moment when the protagonist, Napoleon, consciously begins constructing his own myth (00:19:41), a literal and figurative threshold crossing (00:19:55).Detailed walk-through of Act 1 scenes, including:Substituting Josephine for Desiree in the narrative (00:02:39).Key action sequences at Vendemiare and the bridges of Lodi/Arcola (00:03:39, 00:15:14), with discussion on historical accuracy versus dramatic conflation (00:16:10, 00:17:43).Introduction of supporting characters and ensemble around Napoleon (00:06:01), focusing on ambitious opportunists rather than loyalists.Exploration of the dynamics between Napoleon, Josephine, and Barras, including scenes blending political manipulation and sexual intrigue (00:08:24, 00:09:31).The concept that "the story and reality are separate things" is thematically highlighted (00:05:05), with the motif of Napoleon recognizing and starting to orchestrate his public image (00:19:01, 00:19:51).Visual iconography is suggested (e.g., Napoleon with the bicorne hat, the famous bridge painting) to support the myth-making theme (00:19:50, 00:20:24).James Topham and Alex Stevenson discuss "the promise of the premise"—delivering the kind of content audiences expect from a Napoleon film: campaigns, political maneuvers, personal intrigue (00:22:44), reminiscent of "fun and games" sections seen in classic screenplay structures.Suggestions about Act 2 include focusing on:Napoleon's rapid military successes in Italy (00:25:30),His dual role as both general and proto-ruler, highlighting the confluence of military, political, and personal exploits (00:26:32),The beginnings of conflict between Napoleon and the Directory/Barras, including themes of looting, propaganda, and evolving power (00:28:11, 00:29:38).The love triangle between Napoleon, Josephine, and Barras is positioned as a B-story, serving both as counterpoint and commentary on Napoleon's personal limitations and vulnerabilities despite public success (00:34:12, 00:35:25).James Topham notes this B-story should provide the "kernel of a realization" that the main character's myth-making may not resolve deeper internal needs (00:35:00).Strong emphasis on the importance of an active antagonist. Barras is not simply reactive but is shown making tactical moves to rein in Napoleon through proxies and political maneuvers (00:42:09, 00:44:00).Barras's motivations are clarified: survival, controlling or harnessing Napoleon's force, and concern for the stability of the Directory (00:39:09, 00:45:08).Discussion of tonal variation, humor, and the inclusion of sex and farce elements (e.g., the pug scene) to balance dramatic and comedic moments (00:10:26, 00:12:17).Plan for the next episode focuses on Act 2's midpoint—the major reversal where Napoleon must confront the limitations of his current approach (00:49:14).

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In this episode, Jeff is joined by V.E. Griffith to brainstorm the plot and character arcs for the second book in Griffith's urban fantasy series. The session focuses on using character growth to drive the plot, a method Jeff advocates as the most effective way to build a story. They explore the growth arcs of two characters and then use the emotional beats of change to outline the plot of the book. For more on the craft of writing, go to DialogueDoctor.com

This study begins in Mark 14 verse 1. Dr. Mitchell gives a short overview of the chapter before going into the first three verses. Right away we read of the plot of the rulers of the people against Jesus, to put Him to death. But they did not want to do this during the feast which might cause an uproar among the people who were there. Dr. Mitchell points out that Jesus set the time of His death and the manner of His death. He was in control of His fulfilling what was written of Him in the Scriptures. We then hear a short overview of the next verses about Jesus in Bethany. Let's open our Bible to Mark 14:1. Here is Dr. Mitchell on the Unchanging Word Bible Broadcast with the beginning of the end of our Lord' life on earth.

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How can we know if our scene pushes the story forward.  Does our scene contribute to the story?  The ratchet can test our scene.  I talk about the ratchet and show how Cormac McCarthy and F. Scott Fitzgerald used it.  Plus, a technique for searching for instances of telling in our manuscript so we can change them to showing.  And C.S. Lewis's rules of writing.Support the showBuy the master class.

Slightly more than six months before voting day, two of the country's astute political journalists give us their opinions on the lie of the land Guyon Espiner and Thomas Coughlan on coalition partnerships, economic headwinds and burying a leadership crisisFind The Detail on Newsroom or RNZGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports the trial of an Austrian man accused of plotting to attack a Taylor Swift concert begins Tuesday.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports a suspect pleads guilty to plotting an attack on superstar Taylor Swift's 2024 Vienna concert.

INCOGNI Deal: To get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan, go to https://incogni.com/beast #ad Michael Wolff and Joanna Coles examine the looming post-Trump power vacuum, mapping out a chaotic and deeply personal succession battle as Donald Trump edges toward lame-duck status and a Republican party already turning on itself. From a flailing JD Vance to an ill-fitting Marco Rubio, a wildcard Tucker Carlson, and the unpredictable rise of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., they unpack a Republican field defined less by ideology than by ego, media power, and proximity to Trump himself. As rival factions circle, alliances fracture, and even loyalists like Marjorie Taylor Greene begin to reposition, Wolff reveals a darker dynamic driving it all: Trump may ultimately sabotage any successor to preserve his own dominance, setting the stage for a brutal, zero-sum fight for the MAGA base where loyalty is fleeting, ambition is naked, and the future of the party hinges on who can survive Trump—while still needing him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In minutes 15-30 of our screenplay treatment our protagonist Bonaparte has his refusal of the call moment, the love story gets going, the gang gets together, and then it all builds to the end of Act 1 when Napoleon crosses the threshold - and the bridge of Lodi - at the same time. This is really the episode when this project properly gets going - and our hero begins to narrow the gap between his star-following destiny-bound self-perception and his somewhat awkward reality.Here's those secret movie voice notes in full, as recorded between episodes 2 and 3: https://www.patreon.com/posts/those-secret-in-155837568Yes, it's episode three of this odd project. Taking up the challenge of crafting a top-notch screenplay treatment about the life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Alex Stevenson is joined by James Topham (who knows a thing or two about screenwriting) and Ben Deery (who knows a thing or two about acting) to put the movie world to rights. Having analysed the pitfalls and frustrations of Ridley Scott's Napoleon 2023 in the first season the Napoleon Movie Quarter-Hourly, this time round the team have to come up with the magic themselves.As our resident AI bot N-AI-poleon Bot-aparte puts it:The team reviews and refines the first 15 pages of the Napoleon screenplay, breaking down five key scenes that chart Napoleon's journey from imprisonment in 1794 to his emergence as a political and military player.There's an in-depth discussion on revising historical details and narrative structure, including the role of the antagonist (shifting focus from Talleyrand to Barras) and centering Josephine as the driving love interest—replacing Desiree in earlier scenes for thematic cohesion.The episode explores the depiction of Napoleon's character during this formative period, emphasizing his internal ambiguity, uncertainty, and the tension between his self-image versus his reality—touching on his social awkwardness, aspirations, and motivations.The hosts map out the next 15 minutes of the screenplay, focusing on classic screenwriting beats such as the refusal of the call, assembling Napoleon's ‘gang' of key figures, and leading up to a major “crossing the threshold” moment in Italy, with a proposed set piece at the Battle of Lodi bridge.There's a debate about how to balance historical accuracy with cinematic storytelling, such as condensing events for emotional impact, portraying Napoleon's myth-building, and weaving Josephine and Barras into the heart of the story's momentum.

Strap in. The anime world did not come to play this week. Let's talk about it.Bigtime updates on Witch and Mercenary, the Japanese government targeting massive growth via global anime domination, Ascendence of a Bookworm AI controversy, and MAPPA x Honkai: Star Rail.If you enjoy the show, please rate, review, like, and subscribe to Sakura Society | An Anime Appreciation Podcast — and any other podcasts you love. It takes seconds, costs nothing, and means everything to us creators. (The algorithm only accepts 5 stars, just so you know.)Stay up to date with Brendan on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord — a community full of anime and culture fans just like youFollow our Spotify playlistOur amazing sponsors:Audio-Technica — the best in audio equipmentIced Tea Aesthetics — anime streetwear done right (use code SAKURASOCIETY5 at checkout to save $5)Japan Crate — Japanese snacks and treats delivered to your door (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

It's News Day Tuesday on The Majority Report   On today's program:   Senator Liz Warren challenges Trump's pick for the Fed chair, Kevin Warsh, to exhibit independence from the president and he fails miserably. Warsh cannot name a single piece of Trump economic agenda that he disagrees with; he cannot even admit that Trump lost the 2020 election.   Elie Mystal, justice correspondent and columnist at The Nation magazine, joins the program for a conversation about Justice Alito's future and other recent Supreme Court activity.   All that and more   New host of Info Wars, Tim Heidecker joins the show to discuss IW's new vision.   Sean Hannity has left the Catholic Church over the Pope's refusal to endorse the war in Iran. Hannity also blames the Mets losing streak on Zohran Mamdani cursing the team by hugging Mr. Met.   A Florida student is facing 15 years in prison for making an obvious joke about Netanyahu in a group chat.   Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) and Benny Johnson have an incredibly racist conversation about Somalis and Haitians.   To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: PROLON: ProlonLife.com/majority Get 15% off plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program. FAST GROWING TREES: Get 20% off your first purchase.  FastGrowingTrees.com/majority SUNSET LAKE CBD: Head on over to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use coupon code 420 to save 30% sitewide Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas analyze Adam Schefter's latest reports regarding the Eagles' aggressive plans for the upcoming NFL draft. They discuss potential trade targets like Jonathan Greenard and the strategy of acquiring future picks to prepare for a potential quarterback transition. The conversation also covers the current struggles of the Phillies and Sixers. 01:00 - Philly Sports Roundup 02:28 - Jonathan Greenard Trade 06:12 - NFL Trade Candidates 11:33 - Local Team Struggles 18:41 - Future Quarterback Capital

How can we get readers to admire and respect our hero, maybe even to fall in love with him?  Our hero can save the cat.  Here is how the screenwriters' save the cat technique can apply to our novels.  Also, best seller Lawrence Block on how we can use our pleasure reading to improve our fiction writing skills.Here is a 20-episode master class on fiction writing—a start-to-finish course covering plot, characters, dialogue, scenes, sentence-level craft, and much more.  Each episode is focused and about 30 minutes.  The full class—all 20 episodes—is available now for a one-time price of forty-nine dollars.  If you want structured, concise guidance, click the Buy the Master Class link in the show notes to get started.Support the showBuy the master class.

Taking up the challenge of crafting a top-notch screenplay treatment about the life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Alex Stevenson is joined by James Topham (who knows a thing or two about screenwriting) and Ben Deery (who knows a thing or two about acting) to put the movie world to rights. Having analysed the pitfalls and frustrations of Ridley Scott's Napoleon 2023 in the first season the Napoleon Movie Quarter-Hourly, this time round the team have to come up with the magic themselves.This episode covers their consideration of the film's first 15 minutes: critical real estate in any screenwriting escapade. Whilst we might not be clear what Napoleon's 'save the cat' moment is - the event which gets the audience to like or engag with the protagonist - we do have a clear answer to what the 'inciting incident' should be that propels our lead character into the world. And, shock horror, it's not going to be Toulon...As our resident AI bot N-AI-poleon Bot-aparte puts it:The team reconvenes to craft a unique treatment for a Napoleon movie, blending heist-movie energy with historical dramaAlex Stevenson lays out the initial setting: a dissolute, awkward young Napoleon in 1795 Paris, skipping over the usual Toulon set-piece in favour of a fresh perspectiveJames Topham explains the crucial components of a film's first 15 pages: establishing character, creating a “save the cat” moment, and delivering a compelling inciting incidentThe hosts debate Napoleon's lack—whether it's ambition, savoir faire, or something deeper—and explore how his transformation sets up the arc of the filmThe episode climaxes with the inciting incident, launching Napoleon onto the stage of history, and setting up the next challenge: assembling his mustachioed crew for the film's heist vibe.Help us produce more episodes by supporting the Napoleonic Quarterly on Patreon: patreon.com/napoleonicquarterly

Taking up the challenge of crafting a top-notch screenplay treatment about the life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Alex Stevenson is joined by James Topham (who knows a thing or two about screenwriting) and Ben Deery (who knows a thing or two about acting) to put the movie world to rights. Having analysed the pitfalls and frustrations of Ridley Scott's Napoleon 2023 in the first season the Napoleon Movie Quarter-Hourly, this time round the team have to come up with the magic themselves.They do not succeed in this opening episode. But the creative process is a messy one, it turns out, and our trio very much hope listeners will struggle through these opening lurches towards excellence in order to access the cinematic gold which, ultimately, lies at the culmination of this project.As our resident AI bot N-AI-poleon Bot-aparte puts it:The team discusses what makes compelling screenwriting, focusing on the importance of theme, character, and narrative structure, and explores strategies for portraying Napoleon on screen Deliberation over Napoleon's core traits, debating insecurity, power, and the idea of him as an "addicted gambler" constantly pushing his luck, shapes the central approach to the scriptThe hosts entertain genre-bending ideas—from a heist film to comedic undertones—while considering historical accuracy, key relationships (like with Josephine), and the inclusion of iconic antagonists such as Talleyrand Plans are set to collaboratively develop the screenplay “Napoleon: One Last Job” live on the podcast, tackling 15 pages at a time, blending their theatrical, historical, and screenwriting perspectivesListeners are advised not to get too excited about the whole heist thing. That might not last too long.

Netanyahu Vows To Continue War As He Levels Christian Towns In Southern Lebanon! Experts Warn Israel Plotting Nuclear Attacks On Iran! Plus, Trump Pledges “No Nuclear Weapons” Will Be Used Against Iran!

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Does Trump already have one eye on regime change in Cuba, as the US faces strategic failure in the Iran war? Who is more dangerous to the world right now, Putin or Netanyahu? Should Starmer be doing more to protect children from the harms of social media, and what does his slow approach to this issue reveal about his style of government? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. __________ Go deeper into the world of The Rest Is Politics by signing up for our free newsletter HERE, featuring exclusive interviews, analysis and weekend reads from Alastair and Rory. Join The Rest Is Politics Plus: Start your free trial at therestispolitics.com to unlock exclusive bonus content – including Rory and Alastair's miniseries – plus ad-free listening, early access to episodes and live show tickets, exclusive newsletters, discounted book prices, and a private chatroom on Discord. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com/politics. Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/restispolitics It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee ✅ __________ Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @restispolitics Email: therestispolitics@goalhanger.com __________ Social Producer: Celine Charles Video Editor: Bruno Di Castri Assistant Producer: Daisy Alston-Horne Producer: Evan Green Exec Producer: Chris Sawyer General Manager: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Writers Advice Podcast is bought to you by Booksprout. Booksprout is my go-to platform to share my stories with readers to engage with reviewers before they are launched with the rest of the world. Head to booksprout to increase your online reviews today!This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by author Victoria Brownlee:On this episode Victoria and I talk about: - Her journey to writing and publishing- Plotting and Pancing - Writing dual POV - Editing and perfecting your story- and all of her advice for up and coming writers ⁠Get your copy of the Limited-Edition WRITERS JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN THE WRITERS ADVICE FACEBOOK GROUP⁠⁠⁠Join us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠@writersadvicepodcast⁠⁠⁠Contact Me:Website: oliviahillier.comInstagram:⁠⁠⁠ @oliviahillierauthor⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠@oliviahillierauthor⁠⁠⁠Contact Victoria:Website: victoriabrownlee.comInstagram: ⁠@victoria_brownlee

Israel's Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, says he's ordered the military to expand its operation in southern Lebanon. Also: the British government is urging people to buy fuel as normal, despite the Middle East conflict. And: after 67 years, the final voyage across the Mersey for the Royal Iris ferry.

Mar. 29, 2026 - Plotting and Preparation (Matthew 26:1-13) - Matthew - Mitch Corea - cpcspokane.org

In this bulletin, Iran warns the US against a ground invasion; Israel's Prime Minister orders expansion of invasion of southern Lebanon; and in Formula One, Oscar Piastri finally gets off the starting line to take second place in Japan. - दुई प्रहरीको हत्याका आरोपी डेजी फ्रिम्यानको भिक्टोरियामा प्रहरीको गोली लागि मृत्यु भएको लगायत आजका प्रमुख अस्ट्रेलियन समाचार छोटकरीमा सुन्नुहोस्।

A couple walked to the front of the Church, sat down, and began taking pictures. After this, they went down the street to another Mega-Church and did the same thing. After this they did the same thing to a third Mega-Church. Could they be canvassing these three Churches to return with retaliation for America attacking Iran? 00:00 Intro 01:52 Final Blow 03:24 Precision Prayers 15:59 Coming Persecution

A couple walked to the front of the Church, sat down, and began taking pictures. After this, they went down the street to another Mega-Church and did the same thing. After this they did the same thing to a third Mega-Church. Could they be canvassing these three Churches to return with retaliation for America attacking Iran? 00:00 Intro 01:52 Final Blow 03:24 Precision Prayers 15:59 Coming Persecution

A couple walked to the front of the Church, sat down, and began taking pictures. After this, they went down the street to another Mega-Church and did the same thing. After this they did the same thing to a third Mega-Church. Could they be canvassing these three Churches to return with retaliation for America attacking Iran? 00:00 Intro 01:52 Final Blow 03:24 Precision Prayers 15:59 Coming Persecution

Get 15% off Saily data plans at https://saily.com with promo code Michael Wolff joins Joanna Coles to root inside Donald Trump's mind in real time, as the president wrestles with the Iran war, the spectre of Epstein, and the looming midterms. From bomb threats that evaporate into last-minute negotiations, to backchannel chaos no one can follow, Wolff dissects the whiplash of Trump's decision-making and the relentless fantasy world he inhabits—where he alone knows more than generals, elections are perpetually stolen, and every problem has a Trump-branded solution. Along the way, the conversation touches on Trump's obsession with image and the intricate theater of power he stages, showing how drama, delusion, and ambition collide in the mind of a man still convinced only he can save America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week, we are chatting about our most anticipated books of Spring 2026… March Madness style! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke The One Day You Were My Husband by Rosie Walsh  Missing Sister by Joshilyn Jackson Mad Mabel by Sally Hepworth Life: A Love Story by Elizabeth Berg The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout Caller Unknown by Gillian McAllister This Story Might Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum Joyful, Anyway by Kate Bowler No Matter What by Cara Bastone American Fantasy by Emma Straub Go Gentle by Maria Semple Wait for Me by Amy Jo Burns  Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune   

The Giants reportedly came very close to landing Pro Bowl corner Trent McDuffie before he was traded to the Rams, and that revelation says a lot about the direction of the franchise. Evan and Tiki discuss what the near-miss means for the Giants' approach this offseason and why it signals the team may be ready to swing big. Could the Giants be quietly working behind the scenes on a major trade? The conversation explores how aggressive the front office might get, whether the team is truly “big game hunting,” and if a shocking move like pursuing Maxx Crosby could actually be possible. The guys also break down the Giants' roster needs heading into free agency and why the team must add talent quickly at multiple positions. If the McDuffie pursuit is any indication, the Giants may be preparing to make a move that nobody sees coming.