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The Mutual Audio Network
The Steam Portland Chronicles #3: The Sirens of Astoria(010626)

The Mutual Audio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 44:46


In an alternative 1889, a ghost ship runs aground on the sand bar just outside the mouth of the Columbia River where it empties into the Pacific Ocean. This particularly dangerous area of the coast has been dubbed "The Graveyard of the Pacific", and intrepid reporter Janice Jefferies of The Portland Chronicle is sent on assignment to Astoria, Oregon to find out why no one is talking about what was found on deck when rescuers pulled alongside the mysterious ship.  What she eventually finds out forces Janice to fight for her life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Window Dressing
Jessica Simpson: For The Girls

Window Dressing

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 26:19


This week, I revisit my season three theme: Sirens and Gossip Rag Goddesses of The New Millennium to talk about Jessica Simpson.  An obvious pick for this subject, given her harrowing journey through public humiliation, body shaming, and more than one romance that tried to define and then destroy her.  She took all the parts of her that were dismissed as dumb, bubblegum fluff, and too basic, and turned them into a profitable and accessible lifestyle brand, and just released the best record of her career. Let's hear it for the girls, and the bubblegum pop that turns into soulful country.

Tuesday Terror
The Steam Portland Chronicles #3: The Sirens of Astoria

Tuesday Terror

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 44:46


In an alternative 1889, a ghost ship runs aground on the sand bar just outside the mouth of the Columbia River where it empties into the Pacific Ocean. This particularly dangerous area of the coast has been dubbed "The Graveyard of the Pacific", and intrepid reporter Janice Jefferies of The Portland Chronicle is sent on assignment to Astoria, Oregon to find out why no one is talking about what was found on deck when rescuers pulled alongside the mysterious ship.  What she eventually finds out forces Janice to fight for her life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Bite Of
PERCY JACKSON Season 2 Episode 5 Review

A Bite Of

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2026 35:35


It's time for rest, relaxation and SIRENS?! We review of Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2 episode 5: We Check In To C.C.'s Spa & Resort. On the menu: Fatal flawsCirce's secretClarisse & Grover on Polyphemus' Island Deadly Siren songs Percy & Annabeth growing closer and more!If you love Percy Jackson, hit subscribe so you catch all our episode breakdowns, cast interviews, and deep-dive discussions all season long.Season 2 Cast & Rick Riordan Interviews : https://youtu.be/WgYaflIsxeY?si=pQBHq71gahNc6-NA

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime
Drowning In Desire Part 7: The Sirens Lustful Lament

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 27:57 Transcription Available


You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakenings App on the Apple Store, or downloading the very unofficial and unapproved Android version from WyldeInBed.com In the quiet town where the sea kisses the shore, Tess finds herself haunted by the last words she exchanged with Finn before he vanished beneath the waves. Regret clings to her like sea salt, and as she stands on the beach, her heart breaks for the love she lost. Yet, as the tide ebbs and flows, so does her longing—transforming into tantalizing erotic fantasies that dance like shadows on the sand.But the ocean holds secrets deeper than Tess ever imagined. As she plunges into the supernatural depths of her desires, she uncovers a world where passion knows no bounds and the boundaries between life and death blur. Finn's spirit calls to her, weaving a tale of love intertwined with BDSM and longing that transcends the physical realm.In a journey filled with tearjerking revelations and tantalizing encounters, Tess must confront the truth of Finn's demise and the powerful connection that binds them—one that could either set her free or drown her in desire forever. Join Tess as she navigates the stormy waters of love, loss, and the supernatural, discovering that some ties can never be severed, and the heart's deepest yearnings can lead to the most unexpected places. Will she find closure, or will she drown in the depths of her desire?

The Reel Rejects
Extended Version: BEST EPISODE YET?! PERCY JACKSON & THE OLYMPIANS Season 2 Episode 5 REACTION! Disney Plus

The Reel Rejects

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 37:58


SIRENS!! Percy Jackson Season 2 Episode 5 Full Reaction Watch Along: ⁠  / thereelrejects  ⁠ Greg Alba & Tara Erickson react to Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 Episode 5, and this one pulls straight from The Sea of Monsters with mythology, danger, and character separation hitting hard. In this episode, Percy and Annabeth come face-to-face with Circe, whose island becomes a psychological and emotional test that challenges their identities and deepest fears. The threat escalates even further when the Sirens lure them toward devastating visions of what they want most — pushing Percy and Annabeth to confront temptation, destiny, and trust. Meanwhile, Clarisse and Grover aren't as lucky. Captured by a Cyclops, the episode splits the group apart, raising the stakes and reinforcing how dangerous the Sea of Monsters truly is. With the quest fractured and monsters closing in, Season 2 continues to test loyalty, leadership, and sacrifice. Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson⁠ Instagram: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/⁠ Twitter: ⁠ https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson⁠ Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! ⁠https://www.rejectnationshop.com/⁠ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠  Tik-Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/reelrejects⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit⁠ https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo⁠ and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en⁠ Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.⁠ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO:⁠ https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ INSTAGRAM: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thegregalba⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DANDY FUN HOUSE PODCAST
WHAT’S HOT ON THE HORIZON FOR 2026! – Dandy Fun House episode 56

DANDY FUN HOUSE PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 33:54


watch the video below: listen to the podcast below: It's time to close out yet another year of the Dandy Fun House. While all those “other shows” are slacking off and giving you retrospectives of everything they've already done in the past year, it is instead our tradition here at the Dandy Fun House to leave the past exactly there… in the past and instead look ahead to the brand spankin' new year coming at us like Frehley's Comet and take a glimpse at the coolest stuff we've been able to find that's waiting for us in 2026! We're going to look at theme parks, movies, pinball and of course the TOTY AWARD NOMINATION picks for the upcoming 2026 Toy of the Year Awards! Are you ready to get your kicks in 26? Then LET'S step into the FUN HOUSE! Hello and welcome to the Dandy Fun House 2025 year-end extravaganza where we wear the hats and blow our hooters about the very best in retro pop culture, toys and games and all the fun stuff! I’m your host Neil Dandy and in this episode we're going to look ahead at WHAT’S HOT ON THE HORIZON FOR 2026 in the worlds of theme parks, movies, pinball and my personal picks for the 2026 TOTY AWARDS (Toy of the Year). BUT FIRST! I have to show you these amazing DANDY FUN HOUSE T-Shirts before time runs out! Perfect for swaddling the baby new year, They have a front and a back so you don’t get cold and we even cut 4 holes in them! One to crawl your body into, one to stick your head out of and two to poke your arms through! Find them in the Dandy Fun Shop at the Dandy Fun House website at dandyfunhouse.com before the Dandy Ball Drops! Alrighty, hold on tighty and let’s get right into what's hot on the horizon for 2026 starting with… THEME PARKS! And up first is going to be UNIVERSAL STUDIOS, HOLLYWOOD (which isn't actually in Hollywood, it's in Studio City kind of like the LA Angels baseball team is actually in Anaheim and how they call the Embassy Suites here in Murfreesboro, Tennessee “Nashville South” which we absolutely are not. But anyway that's a rabbit hole rant for another day.) Anyway, UNIVERSAL STUDIOS in the greater Los Angeles, California area is breaking ground on a new roller coaster where each individual car experiences its very own 360 degrees of rotation. The coaster is called FAST AND FURIOUS HOLLYWOOD DRIFT themed after the Fast and Furious movies obviously. This one is expected to peel out in 2026! And Legoland California is busy building the Lego Galaxy space-themed land including an indoor roller coaster. Over at Kings Island in Ohio they're opening what they are calling a new “dark ride” in 2026 called “PHANTOM THEATER: Opening Nightmare.” It's in the location that has most recently held an attraction called Boo Blasters but is apparently the site of a previous attraction also called PHANTOM THEATER and this is apparently the return of that attraction with some various upgrades. I went to the Kings Island website to get more information and there's just a teaser video showing two girls walking into Boo Blasters and ending up in the Phantom Theater which appears to be a very loose sendup on the Phantom of the Opera. The cartoon phantom character they show in the teaser graphic is obviously based on the classic Lon Chaney silent film character, and visitors ride inside cars that resemble opera boxes. So… yeah. Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (my neck of the woods kinda sorta) will be undertaking a $50 million expansion and also opening the world's first ever hybrid indoor family coaster and whitewater river raft ride called the “Night Flight Expedition.” Then under at Sea World, Orlando Florida they're diving into a new dark ride called SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep. If you don't know what a dark ride is, it basically means it's indoors and you get moved from scene to scene. It doesn't necessarily mean it's actually dark. Anyway, this new dark ride at Sea World Orlando will be what they are calling a suspended dark ride. The only information about this ride currently is that the rider will “discover dazzling ecosystems, legendary sea life, and breathtaking stories of resilience and wonder.” NEW MOBILITY DEVICE POLICY AT SEA WORLD! And speaking of Sea World, they have a controversial new policy which has been making the news lately that has just rolled out regarding mobility devices for the disabled. It appears that rollator walkers with seats are no longer permitted. The official updated policy from the Sea World website is as follows: “For the safety of our guests and employees, rollator walkers with seats on them are not permitted at SeaWorld Orlando. Alternative personal transportation options, including standard wheelchairs and Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs), are available. Walkers without a seat are permitted.” I'm guessing that more than a few guests were using their rollators like wheelchairs and it was causing some sort of safety concern in the parks. As someone who transports disabled people as my profession and handles mobility devices all day long, I can tell you from personal experience that a wheelchair itself is something you need to exercise caution with while pushing someone around. A rollator walker would be very, very easy to tip over if someone were attempting to use it as a wheelchair. So while I am disappointed at the inconvenience some disabled guests are going to face with this new policy, I want to be very careful not to demonize Sea World too quickly on this new policy. Guests can still borrow suitable mobility devices from guest services. Ok, time to work our flippers over to the world of PINBALL! Here are the rumored pinball releases expected in 2026 that caught my eye during the research for this episode. Please keep in mind these are only rumors… AMERICAN PINBALL is rumored to be releasing a CUPHEAD pinball machine in 2026 based on the wildly popular video game featuring some amazing vintage animation styles. I'll admit I'm not familiar with the character or the video game but I do love this vintage cartoon style! SPOOKY PINBALL is said to be working on a MOTORHEAD pinball machine for 2026. NO offense to guitarist Wurzel or drummer Mickey Dee (now playing with the Scorpions) who were crucial to keeping the band going in its later years, but I'm really hoping it honors the original lineup of Lemmy, Philthy Phil and Fast Eddie! BARRELS OF FUN PINBALL appears to be cooking up some GOONIES pinball for the new year! RAMPS PINBALL will be coming out with LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS! Oh please let the carnivorous plant eat the ball! And last but not least in our pinball 2026 rumours we have PINBALL ADVENTURES bringing us SUSHI MADNESS! Ni Ohashi Kudasai ! And if you're REALLY a pinball nut as we know you are, you'll want to put March 20th through the 22nd on your calendar because that's when Frisco, Texas braces itself for the annual TEXAS PINBALL FESTIVAL! Over 440 games. One incredible weekend! The website says tickets go on sale October 4th 2026. I have to imagine that's a typo and they really mean 2025 otherwise only those with the ability for reverse time travel will be able to attend. There will be tournaments and challenges, special guests and panels, exhibitors, parts, memorabilia, new games and there will be a special tech day for those trying to upgrade and/or fix their own machines. That's the TEXAS PINBALL FESTIVAL 2026! Rope you a ticket today! Yeehaw! Alright, I think we're ready to “steer” away from pinball and “drive” this herd into… MOVIES! First I'll start with letting you know a few of my favorite movies of 2025 before we get into what's ahead for 2026: JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH: Ok, it was pretty much par for the course but it had Scarlett Johansson carrying the entire movie on her shoulders alone and she pulled it off amazingly! MICKEY 17: This is a movie about a guy who signs on to do very dangerous grunt work in space for a corporation and every time he gets killed, the company just prints out a new copy of him with all his same memories. The crux is that the new copy never knows if he's actually the person being reborn every time or if he really dies and the new copy just has his memories and merely thinks he's the same person. Weird stuff. THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS – After many fantastic fails at trying to make this work on the big screen, they finally got the Fantastic Four right! The retro future vibe was spot on and all the actors were perfect! SUPERMAN: I was really upset about losing Henry Cavill as Superman, but James Gunn came back with a fresh new fun feel on this one starring David Corenswet, even bringing in Supe's dog Krypto! This movie was just a great time! More please! THE SMASHING MACHINE: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in a dramatic role co-starring Emily Blunt. It's the story of Mixed Martial arts and UFC Champion Mark Kerr and how he conquered his biggest opponent: addiction. And finally in my roundup of my favorite movies of 2025 I bring you… BUGONIA! This movie was a crazy trip with some really wild twists and many moments of pure cringe and I loved it! Starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons who seems to be showing up in everything lately! It's a story about two conspiracy nuts who kidnap a corporate CEO thinking she's a space alien trying to destroy the Earth. This was easily my biggest delightful surprise of 2025. But before we get to 2026, I'd like to give a special nod to TRON: ARES because I always expect anything starring Jared Leto to suck eggs and this did not! And SPINAL TAP II: The End Continues… Rest in peace Marty DiBergi. MOVIES I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO IN 2026! THE ODYSSEY Expected Jul 17, 2026: After the Trojan War, Odysseus faces a dangerous voyage back to Ithaca, meeting creatures like the Cyclops Polyphemus, Sirens, and Circe along the way. starring Matt Damon, Mia Goth, and Anne Hathaway. This could be really good or it could be really stupid. I'm betting this is going to be good and double or nothing that Mia Goth will be a siren or maybe Medusa. I think she'd make a good Medusa! EVIL DEAD BURN Expected Jul 24, 2026 – I'm a sucker for the Evil Dead movies. This one is not likely to have any Bruce Campbell, but they're keeping the details under tight wraps for now so who knows? COYOTE VS. ACME Expected Aug 28, 2026 PG A story set in the ACME warehouse, the manufacturer of anything and everything used by the Looney Tunes characters. And apparently John Cena is voicing one of the characters! Oh please oh please oh please get this right! If 2025's “The Day The Earth Blew Up” starring Daffy Duck and Porky Pig is any indication, I think we can have high hopes here! Ooh, that’s another one of my favorites from 2025 I left off the list! INSPECTOR GADGET – No details are available but I think we're long overdue for some Go Go Gadget action! DUNE Part Three Expected Dec 18, 2026 It follows Muad’dib, heir to unimaginable power, as he brings to fruition the ancient scheme to create a superbeing ruler among men, not in the heavens. And according to imdb it’s starring Starring Rebecca Ferguson, Timothée Chalamet and Anya Taylor-Joy. Did you pick up what I just picked up? Zendaya is not listed as a cast member on IMDB! How can this IMD Be!? You tell me! PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN (untitled) – That's all we know folks. Hopefully they got things squared away with Johnny Depp. That is if they want to sell tickets. I AM LEGEND 2 – Military scientist Robert Neville seems the sole survivor in virus-ravaged New York. He’s waging a fight against “Darkseekers”, mutants resembling vampires trying to capture him as he searches for a cure. Starring Will Smith and Michael B. Jordan Alright! I could go for a sequel to I AM LEGEND! Especially when you add Michael B into the mix! I'd really like a sequel to iRobot but this'll do me for now! BLADE – That's right they are teasing a new Blade movie for 2026 with Mia Goth listed in the cast but of course the burning question is DO THEY HAVE WESLEY SNIPES??? They gave him a cameo as Blade in the Deadpool vs. Wolverine movie last year. But Snipes is NOT listed in the cast on IMDB as of yet! There is also an Untitled Denzel Washington Project Based on the historical figure of Hannibal, considered one of the greatest military commanders of all time. The film covers the crucial battles he led against the Roman Republic during the Second Punic War. You had me at Denzel, not to mention I love historical action movies. Bring it on! THE BRIDE Expected Mar 6, 2026 In 1930s Chicago, Dr. Frankenstein asks Dr. Euphronius to help create a companion. They give life to a murdered woman as the Bride, sparking romance, police interest, and radical social change. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Christian Bale THIS IS THE ONE I'M WAITING FOR! Love Christian Bale and love the concept of setting the story of The Bride of Frankenstein in 1930's Chicago! Let's go! SCANDALOUS! This will be the story behind the Hollywood romance of Sammy Davis Jr. and actress Kim Novak. I love anything related to Sammy Davis Jr. “It's gonna be fantastic baby!” CLAYFACE – Expected Sep 11, 2026 A shape-shifting creature made of magical clay haunts Gotham City, alternating between villain and ally of Batman. Ok, it's a Batman villain and not a super obvious one! Looks interesting! EVEL KNIEVEL ON TOUR – This one is going to be about Legendary motorcycle daredevil Evel Knievel and apparently the drama that surrounded the run-up to his 1974 attempt at jumping the Snake River Canyon in Idaho.Starring Leonardo DiCaprio Ok, first of all, Evel was planning to jump the Grand Canyon but couldn't get the ok from the US Government so he made a deal with an Indian tribe to jump the Snake River Canyon seeing how it was located on sovereign tribal land. Anyway, a new movie about Evel Knievel? Heck yeah! THE HUNGER GAMES: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING – Expected Nov 20, 2026 This new installment of the Hunger Games will explore Panem 24 years before Katniss’ saga, starting on the morning of the reaping for the 50th Hunger Games, where a young Haymitch Abernathy participates. Ok, this could be alright. I'm not super excited about it but I could be swayed since it won't have Jennifer Lawrence in it. And that's it for THE MOVIES I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO IN 2026! Now for TOYS! What I like to do this time of year is see what toys from 2025 have been nominated in various categories for a coveted TOY OF THE YEAR award otherwise known as a TOTY and let you know my personal picks, not that anyone in the industry is giving me a vote. Maybe someday. BUT TODAY I bring you MY PERSONAL 2026 TOTY AWARD NOMINEE PICKS! ACTION FIGURE OF THE YEAR: I like Avatar Interactive Shoulder Banshee by Disney Consumer Products – This thing looks pretty cool. It's basically a small, colorful looking dragon that sits on your shoulder and attaches via a magnetic base you wear under your clothing. A handheld controller allows you to control head and wing movements as well as its voice. This thing is pretty darn awesome! In the COLLECTIBLES category: There are two different nominees that caught my eye. One is Sticki Rolls Series 2 by Sky Castle Toys which is basically charm bracelets marketed to girls with rolls of small stickers on them with different fun graphics. The other nominee I like is Wigglitz by ZB Designs. These are tiny toy figurines of almost every type of fun character you can imagine that have some sort of wiggly aspect to them, or better put: something that moves when you wiggle them. If I had to choose between these two, I'd probably go with Wigglitz because it's something you'll get continual enjoyment from whereas the Sticki Rolls are only fun until you run out of stickers. CONSTRUCTION PLAYSET OF THE YEAR: I have to give it to GeckoBot 2.0 by Thames & Kosmos, This is a kit where you build your very own robotic gecko that actually climbs up your windows. Thames & Kosmos just keeps knocking it out of the park! CREATIVE TOY OF THE YEAR: Crayola Marker Airbrush has got my vote (that is if I HAD A VOTE which I don't!). If you've ever dreamed of someday making awful-looking t-shirts and hats on the boardwalk, then THIS could be your starter kit! It's an actual working airbrush sprayer courtesy of everyone's favorite crayon company, Crayola! It even comes with various spray color cartridges so you start saying it by spraying it! DOLL OF THE YEAR: Admittedly, I as a 57 year old man should absolutely NOT be voicing my opinion on the Doll of the Year Award (DOTY award?) but if I had to choose from the list of 2026 nominees I would hands-down pick Woof & Co by Sunny Days Entertainment. It's a collection of fashionable dogs of various breeds who all dress FABULOUS! Yeah, this is the one I'd go for. EDUCATIONAL TOY OF THE YEAR: In this category I am really liking the SNAP CIRCUITS SPY KIT by Elenco Electronics. This has a bunch of components that you just snap together to make all sorts of cool stuff like a vibration sensor, motion detector, trip wire, voice changer and a whole lot more. Oh the trouble I would have gotten myself into if I had something like this when I was a kid! GAME OF THE YEAR: I've gotta tell you, there's not a bad one in the bunch of nominees this year for Game of the Year! They've got an EXPLODING KITTENS BOARD GAME where you actually flip the entire board and all the pieces stay in place! There's a Simon game (you know, the memory game Simon?) where they took it and incorporated it into a dance mat called SIMON JUMP. So you stomp out your moves on the dance mat! Then there's COWS IN SPACE where magnetic flying saucers dangle from your forehead via a sproingy headstrap and the object is to abduct cows from a field with your flying saucer! But the game that caught my attention the most was TETRIS TUMBLE XL! It's sort of like Giant Jenga except there is a base that rocks side to side and you roll a die to see what tetris pieces you have to stack on top of it and of course whoever makes the stack fall to the ground is the LOSER! I like this. It's like a great big fun yard game you could also play in your living room. TETRIS TUMBLE XL for Game of the Year is my choice! INFANT / TODDLER TOY OF THE YEAR: Ok, maybe another category I might not be the best judge for but I'm who you've got pal! And in this category I choose Pour ‘N’ Grow Pop-Up Garden by Yookidoo. This appears to be mainly a bath time toy kit but you could play with it really anywhere as long as you have some water onhand. It's pretty simple: you've got three different toys, The fill and water flower, Peek A Bee and Pop Up Worm. You pour water into them or onto them and the water turns some internal mechanisms to make the flower open, the worm come out and wiggle or gets the bee to play peek a bee with you! Very unique and inventive and in my opinion, the absolute best of this year's bunch! KIDULT TOY OF THE YEAR: Kidult? That means it's made for ages 14 and up. And I'm really torn down the middle between two nominees on this one. I like the Miniverse Make it Mini Food Diner Series 4 by MGA Entertainment which is an art kit for making your own food minis that you control the designs and colors of. Have you ever walked past a restaurant that had fake food on display showing examples of their most popular dishes? Well that's what you'll be making with this kit only really, really small. The name is way too long though. Or if you just want something cool to play with that doesn't really take any time and effort, I offer you the ZipString Aracna, which is a newer version of the ZipString string loop toy, but it attaches to your wrist so you can shoot it out like Spiderman! (although they obviously aren't allowed to actually invoke Spiderman but they sure are bending over backwards suggesting it as extremely as they legally can!) The really cool feature of this Kidult toy of the year nominee is the glow feature! Flip a switch on the ZipString wrist launcher, turn off the lights and do all sorts of awesome tricks and shapes in the dark with a glowing string loop. So… Miniverse Make it Mini Food Diner Series 4 or the the ZipString Aracna! The Miniverse Make it Mini Food Diner Series 4 triggers me relentlessly with that obnoxiously long name, so on that basis alone I am giving the nod to the ZipString Aracna! OUTDOOR TOY OF THE YEAR: I think there should really be two sub categories here. One for younger kids and one for older. For the older kids, I was really blown away by the Crazy Cart Shuffle by Razor USA. This thing is like a Big Wheel or a Green Machine on steroids. Not only can you pedal around in this thing but you can spin and also drift. It's really neat. And speaking of neat, for the little ones I absolutely love the Outdoor Kitchen by Hape. It's not a real kitchen of course but it's a really cool miniature toy version of an outdoor kitchen setup! Come on TOTY Awards, let's break this one up by age groups! PRESCHOOL TOY OF THE YEAR: Ok, there were some good ones in here and maybe I'm judging on my own male bias from a bygone era but my favorite here was the Little Tikes Creative Construction Power Cuts Set by MGA Entertainment. It's a woodworking shop playset with an actual working , low-powered plastic chop saw which cuts through foam 2x4s and also comes with a play hammer, nails, measuring tape and carpenter pencil which is actually a marker. In the video demonstration I watched, the chop saw did struggle getting through the foam wood, but when you're talking about preschoolers, that's probably about the best you can hope for. We desperately need more encouragement and inspiring of our youth towards the skilled trades in my humble opinion and this is a refreshing step in that direction. Nicely done! SPECIALTY TOY OF THE YEAR: I was truly taken by the Yes & Know Original Invisible Ink Trivia Game Books by Tree Town Toys. These are basically activity books where different things are revealed with the use of a special invisible ink pen. This looks fantastic for keeping the younguns busy on a road trip or maybe in a waiting room or anywhere you want to keep them distracted. That is until you run out of invisible ink and invisible ink activity books! And those are my picks for the 2026 TOTY AWARDS and THAT'S our look ahead at what's hot on the horizon for 2026! What are YOU looking forward to? Let me know! If you’re enjoying this episode on one of the socials, leave a comment. Otherwise you can email me at neil @ dandyfunhouse . com And even though I said I wasn't going to do a retrospective of this past year, I will tell you my favorite Dandy Fun House episode from this past year of 2025: Oh, who am I kidding? It's always the Halloween episode where the Dandy Fun House becomes the Dandy Spook Shack and I get to dress up like a ghoul. But my second favorite might have to be the deep dive into the iconic toy company WHAM-O! I learned so much doing that one! You might think I just come on here and already know all this stuff I talk about but on the contrary, I do a great deal of research in the weeks leading up to producing an episode and I'm constantly learning amazing new things which is why I really love doing this! DANDY FUN HOUSE Plans for 2026? More of the same of course! We're getting really close to monetization on YouTube. Technically we're already supposed to be there but YouTube gives conflicting information on this and is notorious for constantly moving the goalposts. So while we love publishing to YouTube, we certainly don't put all our Dandy Eggs in that basket. We also publish to Instagram, Facebook, X, Tik Tok and Rumble as well as our very own DANDY FUN HOUSE WEBSITE AT dandyfunhouse.com where you can watch the video, listen and subscribe to the podcast or read the entire episode in written form along with pictures! Who does that!? WE DO! THAT'S WHO! And we do it by hand. No AI stuff. Okay, full disclosure, we DO use AI to help transcribe the episodes into written form and also the captions for the short form videos, but it always gets things wrong so we always go over it personally and make the needed corrections. But while you're on our website checking out all the episodes and buying stuff from the Dandy Fun Shop, be sure to visit our PATRONAGE PAGE where you can support future productions with your modest financial gifts! SUPPORTERS gain access exclusive bonus content AND SUPER SUPPORTERS gain that same access plus I’ll personally send you something amazing from right here at the Dandy Fun House Studios if you include your mailing address! Podcast Listeners may often support through a donation link in your listening app of choice of the app offers it, I understand not all do. And your 5 star reviews wherever you can leave them are always highly appreciated! And THAT ladies and gentlemen sticks a fork in 2025. Please don't forget the reason for the season, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and come on back next year for some amazing new frivolities in 2026! You never know what kind of crazy trouble we could get into, right here at the Dandy Fun House where everything is always FUN AND DANDY! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everybody! 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The Reel Rejects
BEST EPISODE YET! PERCY JACKSON & THE OLYMPIANS Season 2 Episode 5 REVIEW!!

The Reel Rejects

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 13:54


SIRENS!! Percy Jackson Season 2 Episode 5 Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Greg Alba & Tara Erickson react to Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 Episode 5, and this one pulls straight from The Sea of Monsters with mythology, danger, and character separation hitting hard. In this episode, Percy and Annabeth come face-to-face with Circe, whose island becomes a psychological and emotional test that challenges their identities and deepest fears. The threat escalates even further when the Sirens lure them toward devastating visions of what they want most — pushing Percy and Annabeth to confront temptation, destiny, and trust. Meanwhile, Clarisse and Grover aren't as lucky. Captured by a Cyclops, the episode splits the group apart, raising the stakes and reinforcing how dangerous the Sea of Monsters truly is. With the quest fractured and monsters closing in, Season 2 continues to test loyalty, leadership, and sacrifice. Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

United Public Radio
Paranormal NL_ 2 HR Special Feature -New Year's Eve Primer-Global Paranormal Party

United Public Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 122:10


Paranormal NL - SPECIAL NEW YEAR's EVE FEATURE December 30h, 2025 EP: 60 2 HOUR SPECIAL Guest Bios: PNL (Paranormal NL) Podcast UPRN Segment #60 “New Year's Eve Primer-Global Paranormal Party. A Special two-hour PNL-UPRN Pre-recorded event with a Live-Chat Watch-Party on UPRN. Host Jen Noseworthy from Newfoundland & Labrador (NL) Canada has two Co-Hosts guests: Sir Knight (SK) Bryan Bowden -Third Eye Live who was previously on PNL in 2024: S2/E6, S2E63; and in 2025-S3/E4 (UPRN Seg#12) & Dayvid Salinas (AKA Duke of Darkness)-DTRH (Down The Rabbit Hole), Dayvid Don't Know, & Co-Hosts to: Won Nothing, & Weird Java in The Morning. Dayvid was previously on PNL in 2024-S2/E60; and in 2025: S3/E33 (UPRN Seg#40). In this Pre-recorded episode: PNL Hosts the New Year's Eve Primer-Global Paranormal Party with multiple open mic guests from the PNL Podcast Alumni-Network. Guests are either from PNL Season one 2023, PNL Season two 2024, or PNL Season Three 2025. Guests from around the Globe from the UK, USA, and Canada. Guests will be playing silly New Year's Eve Party “Squid Games” to get out of the Green-Room backstage, and onto the main-stage. Guests on stage may risk falling off stage. Co-host guests: Bryan and Dayvid will be helping with the fun New Years Eve Primer- activities, dice roll, guest numbers, backstage, greenroom, and main stage. Some of the Guest line up for the episode may include: Tim Sudano-UPRN-SCARI-From the Fab-5; Tommy Cullum-Let's Get Freaky Podcast;-From the Fab 5; JJRose777-3 Sirens & A Squirrel; Alan Bishop & Kim Bishop-If you Have Ghosts You Have Everything, 3 Sirens & A Squirrel, One Piece at a Time Distillers Institute, One Piece at a time enterprises, The alchemist cabinet, Witches Brew Bootique ; Charles Stephens @Chucky_Danger-Danger-Zone, Countercult, Linktree (IPA) International Paranormal Alliance Tex Wesson-Tex's Front Porch- from Island of Misfits; Krista Michael Tweedy (and House)-Blondes and Boos & Co-Hosts to: BMR. From Island of Misfits; Cyn Shrader Hill-Author; Jeannie Van Hoose & Dale Woodsby-ParaHunters; Michael Kopf-(TETSU) The Energy That Surrounds Us, Riding Through The Unknown, Paranormal Vs ; Coley Weber (AKA Coley UFO)-SNX Radio, MK Ultra; Mark Eddy (AKA Gangsta-Joe)-Co-Host:Third Eye Live Jessica Newhook-Larken Point & BOG Team medium; Tayler Hann-Vlogs & BOG Team Medium; Jonathan Noseworthy-BOG Team Ghost Bait. Shout out to UPRN Producer Michelle Desrochers from Ontario, Canada for offering up a Special 2 hour spot for the PNL New Year's Eve Primer-global Paranormal Party. Michelle is also host of The Outer Realm Radio & Beyond the Outer Realm on UPRN www.linktr.ee/michelledesrochers_ Shout out and apologies to Guests unable to join Streamyard (due to Teams account-Green Room technical difficulties. Our Co-Host PN L Admin tried really hard to make it work) :Robert Kalil-Typical Skeptic;Wayne Seaden-Spookinory,Dark Mirrow Radio Show, Wayne's Weird & Wonderful World, & Co-Host to: Fools & Ghouls, Mystical Carousel; Coley Weber (AKA Coley UFO)-SNX Radio, MK Invasion Shout out to Guests unable to attend-but were with us in team Spirit: Kat Ward-UPRN- Paranormal Heart-From the Fab5; Ed Odell-RNN (RIFT Nation Network); Bmr RobKar-BigFoot Michigan Rob-Beyond BMR, Brunch with BMR, Late Night BMR. From Island of Misfits;Brandi Butcher-Blondes and Boos & Co-Hosts to: BMR. From Island of Misfits; Nicole Chivattoni-Full Moon Paranormal & CoHost to:Alien8UK; Jennifer Vallis (JV)-Noseworthy, RN (Jen) Paranormal NL (PNL) Podcast & BOG Team Founder/host "Paranormal NL (PNL) Podcast" Founder/Team Lead: PNL BOG Team. A "Boots on Ground" Paranormal Investigation Team Email: paranormal.nl.podcast@gmail.com Follow Paranormal NL Podcast & the BOG Team at https://linktr.ee/paranormalnlpodcast

O Lala! (In the Dungeon)
Main Character Energy with Melanie Eaton Photography

O Lala! (In the Dungeon)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 61:10


It's the final episode of the year and we're going out sparkly, chaotic, and very on brand ✨ This week, we're joined by the incredible Melanie Eaton (Helms), Richmond-based luxury fashion, boudoir, and branding photographer, plus ME Program member Hannah, for a conversation about confidence, creativity, community, and taking bold artistic risks.We talk disposable cameras, Barbie shoots, Vikings, mermaids, snakes (yes, real ones), and why overthinking is the hardest thing to photograph. PLUS—Big Daddy brings us some truly unhinged Bad Santa crimes, and we round things out with high-key and low-key New Year's Eve plans around Richmond.

Lowbrow
SUMMER LISTENING: A Brutally Honest Review Of Sirens On Netflix

Lowbrow

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 36:26 Transcription Available


This summer we are curating your Lowbrow podcast playlist bringing you the insanely popular and always funny - brutally honest reviews from our friends on The Spill. Enjoy! Sirens, starring Meghann Fahy, Milly Alcock, and Julianne Moore, has been one of the most-watched TV shows in Australia for the past week, so now it’s time for a brutally honest (and very emotional) review.From where the story began, how it was adapted for Netflix, and what the cast really went through bringing this story to life on screen (let's just say the main actress lost some toe nails) we’re here to talk through all the behind the scenes stories that will change the way you see Sirens.We also need to talk about those glaring plot holes in the series, the unexpected scene that gave us chills, Kevin Bacon's villain story, and then unpack exactly what happened in that surprise finale scene, along with why the show needs to come back for a second season. Subscribe to Mamamia Listen to more from The Spill here GET IN TOUCH:Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija LukichExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Agents of Fandom
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 Episode 4 Breakdown

Agents of Fandom

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 62:57


PERCY JACKSON IS FINALLY BACK! Join TJ Zwarych, Brandon Moore, and JAM of Agents of Fandom LIVE every week to break down Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2! This week, we're joined by fellow Agents of Fandom Emma Dorris to break down Percy Jackson Season 2, Episode 4! Come hang out and share your thoughts and theories as we deep dive into the episode.(00:00:00) Intro(00:02:00) Whatcha Watchin? - Heated Rivalry, Stranger Things, Hawkeye, Fallout(00:11:00) Emma's Percy Jackson Origin Story(00:14:00) Percy Jackson Season 2 Spoiler-Free Reactions(00:18:00) Percy Jackson Season 2 Episode 4 Breakdown(00:20:00) Thalia Arrives in PJO Season 2(00:23:00) Annabeth's Increased Role in Percy Jackson Season 2(00:30:00) Comparing and Contrasting Percy Jackson With Harry Potter(00:37:00) Clarisse's Enhanced Role in Percy Jackson Season 2(00:41:00) Would You Rather Face the Scylla or the Charybdis?(00:46:00) The Sirens are Coming in Percy Jackson Season 2 Episode 5!(00:48:00) Will Scylla and Charybdis Appear in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey?Check out https://www.agentsoffandom.com for the latest TV and Movie reviews!

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime
Drowning In Desire Part 6: The Sirens Lustful Lament

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 36:14 Transcription Available


You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakenings App on the Apple Store, or downloading the very unofficial and unapproved Android version from WyldeInBed.com In the quiet town where the sea kisses the shore, Tess finds herself haunted by the last words she exchanged with Finn before he vanished beneath the waves. Regret clings to her like sea salt, and as she stands on the beach, her heart breaks for the love she lost. Yet, as the tide ebbs and flows, so does her longing—transforming into tantalizing erotic fantasies that dance like shadows on the sand.But the ocean holds secrets deeper than Tess ever imagined. As she plunges into the supernatural depths of her desires, she uncovers a world where passion knows no bounds and the boundaries between life and death blur. Finn's spirit calls to her, weaving a tale of love intertwined with BDSM and longing that transcends the physical realm.In a journey filled with tearjerking revelations and tantalizing encounters, Tess must confront the truth of Finn's demise and the powerful connection that binds them—one that could either set her free or drown her in desire forever. Join Tess as she navigates the stormy waters of love, loss, and the supernatural, discovering that some ties can never be severed, and the heart's deepest yearnings can lead to the most unexpected places. Will she find closure, or will she drown in the depths of her desire?

Sirens, Slammers and Service - A podcast for Female First Responders
Horses, Badges & the Beat: Inside CPS Mounted Patrol with Robin Koltusky

Sirens, Slammers and Service - A podcast for Female First Responders

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 68:58


Send us a textThis episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service takes you behind the reins of one of policing's most unique and powerful units. Nikki is joined by Robin Koltusky, Mounted Patrol Team Lead with the Calgary Police Service and AWIPS Civilian of the Year 2025, for a deep dive into what it really takes to run a modern mounted unit. Robin shares her unconventional path into policing—from a lifetime in horsemanship and entrepreneurship to becoming a civilian subject matter expert within CPS—and how that expertise helped reshape the Mounted Unit's breeding program, herd assessment, and training standards. We break down the four operational portfolios of Mounted Patrol—frontline patrol, community engagement, search, and public safety support—plus the intense tactical training horses and officers undergo, including desensitization to crowds, noise, footing, and chaos. If you've ever wondered how officers and horses are selected, trained, and deployed when it matters most, this episode delivers. 

The Reel Rejects
Extended Version: THE ODYSSEY TRAILER REACTION!! Christopher Nolan | Matt Damon | Tom Holland | Breakdown

The Reel Rejects

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 14:05


THE EPIC IMAX JOURNEY AWAITS!! Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at ⁠https://www.rula.com/REJECTS⁠ ⁠#rulapod⁠ The Odyssey Trailer Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis! Greg Alba & John Humphrey react to The Odyssey Official Trailer, breaking down the epic return of Homer's legendary myth through a modern cinematic lens. From the long journey of Odysseus to the fate of Penelope and Telemachus, this trailer teases gods, monsters, war, destiny, and survival at sea. We discuss the scale, tone, visuals, mythological accuracy, and how this adaptation appears to balance grounded human emotion with supernatural spectacle. The movie is set to showcase Iconic figures like Odysseus, Penelope, Telemachus, Athena, Poseidon, Circe, Calypso, Polyphemus, the Sirens, and the Lotus-Eaters, while teasing legendary moments such as the Trojan War aftermath, the Cyclops encounter, the siren song, the long voyage home, and the battle to reclaim Ithaca. We also dive into the cast, performances teased in the footage, the music, cinematography, and how this version compares to past adaptations and the original epic poem. This discussion explores whether The Odyssey is positioning itself as a prestige mythological epic, a grounded survival story, or a full fantasy spectacle — and how it could resonate with modern audiences. Let us know your thoughts on the trailer, the casting, and whether this looks like a faithful or reimagined take on Homer's timeless story. Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! ⁠https://www.rejectnationshop.com/⁠ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠  Tik-Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/reelrejects⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit⁠ https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo⁠ and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en⁠ Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.⁠ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO:⁠ https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ INSTAGRAM: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thegregalba⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strict Scrutiny
Our Favorite Things, 2025

Strict Scrutiny

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 75:29


It's that time of year when Leah, Melissa, and Kate put on their influencer hats and recommend the things that made their days a little brighter in 2025. This year, they're joined by two special guests: rockstar Strict Scrutiny intern Jordan Thomas to share some of his picks, and former Chair of the Federal Election Commission Ellen Weintraub to discuss two of democracy's favorite things—independent agencies and the regulation of money in politics. Favorite things: WANTLeah: Cozy Earth Bubble Cuddle Blanket, Jones Road Just Enough Tinted MoisturizerKate: Aventura electric scooter, Grüns Superfood Greens GummiesMelissa: True Botanicals, e.l.f. Camo Liquid BlushJordan: Tea Tree Leave-In Conditioner, Pink Oil Moisturizer,  NEEDLeah: Peloton stretching classes, Farmhounds dog treats; Badlands Ranch dog foodKate: custom bobbleheads & action figures, Lilly Allen's tour, Strict Scrutiny's upcoming West Coast tourMelissa: Caddis readers, Blackwing Matte pencils, As Ever RoséJordan: 2026 Evanescence and Korn tours, these headphones WEARLeah: Forme Power Bra, Argent, TheRealRealKate: Strict Scrutiny onesies, Cozy Earth Studio Wide Leg PantMelissa: Quince yak wool sweaters, Uniqlo White T-Shirt, Clearly Collective Collegiate Scarves, WaySoft Cashmere BeanieJordan: Crooked Con Merch, Mavi jeans READLeah: The Wedding People, Alison Espach; Julie Anne Long's Pennyroyal Green series; Lisa Kleypas' Wallflowers series; These Summer Storms, Sarah MacLean; Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil, V. E. Schwab; The God of the Woods, Liz Moore; Book of the MonthKate: The Power Broker, Robert Caro; Who Is Government? Michael Lewis; Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter, Kate Conger & Ryan Mac; The Radical Fund, John Fabian Witt; Isola, Allegra Goodman; Heart the Lover, Lily King; Martyr! Kaveh Akbar; The History of Sound, Ben ShattuckMelissa: Matriarch, Tina Knowles; Black in Blues: How a Color Tells the Story of My People, Imani Perry; Jane Austen's Bookshelf, Rebecca Romney; Atmosphere, Taylor Jenkins Reid; The Book Club for Troublesome Women, Marie Bostwick; The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny, Kiran DesaiJordan: Lawless, Leah Litman; The Sirens' Call, Chris Hayes; Bad Law, Elie Mystal; Charles Sumner: Conscience of a Nation, Zaakir Tameez; Just Shine! How to Be a Better You, Sonia SotomayorEllen: Deanna Raybourn's Veronica Speedwell Mysteries; Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone, Benjamin Stevenson; The Black Wolf, Louise Penny; Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent, Judi Dench; This Is Happiness, Niall Williams; Elizabeth Strout; Amor Towles Get tickets for STRICT SCRUTINY LIVE – The Bad Decisions Tour 2025! 3/6/26 – San Francisco3/7/26 – Los AngelesLearn more: http://crooked.com/eventsOrder your copy of Leah's book, Lawless: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad VibesFollow us on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Reel Rejects
THE ODYSSEY TRAILER REACTION!! Christopher Nolan | Matt Damon | Tom Holland | Breakdown

The Reel Rejects

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 14:03


THE EPIC IMAX JOURNEY AWAITS!! Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/REJECTS #rulapod The Odyssey Trailer Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis! Greg Alba & John Humphrey react to The Odyssey Official Trailer, breaking down the epic return of Homer's legendary myth through a modern cinematic lens. From the long journey of Odysseus to the fate of Penelope and Telemachus, this trailer teases gods, monsters, war, destiny, and survival at sea. We discuss the scale, tone, visuals, mythological accuracy, and how this adaptation appears to balance grounded human emotion with supernatural spectacle. The movie is set to showcase Iconic figures like Odysseus, Penelope, Telemachus, Athena, Poseidon, Circe, Calypso, Polyphemus, the Sirens, and the Lotus-Eaters, while teasing legendary moments such as the Trojan War aftermath, the Cyclops encounter, the siren song, the long voyage home, and the battle to reclaim Ithaca. We also dive into the cast, performances teased in the footage, the music, cinematography, and how this version compares to past adaptations and the original epic poem. This discussion explores whether The Odyssey is positioning itself as a prestige mythological epic, a grounded survival story, or a full fantasy spectacle — and how it could resonate with modern audiences. Let us know your thoughts on the trailer, the casting, and whether this looks like a faithful or reimagined take on Homer's timeless story. Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Core
Digging for Mother's Bones author Coco Oya Cienna-Rey

The Core

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 53:51


Whether you've been on a sacred feminine journey for decades, or just beginning...No matter what faith or spiritual practice you follow, whether you are agnostic or atheist...The healing energy of the deep feminine archetypes belongs to all of us, running like a loving current through us and our world.  When we lift-up the feminine within ourselves and our world, honoring the feminine with the masculine, everyone benefits as balance is restored.  When we attend to the world with our right brain perspective, we create a very different world than the world we create with our left brain perspective. The keys to planetary ascension are within.Dale Allen • In Our Right Minds: On the Sacred Feminine, the Right Brain and Restoring Humanity's Natural BalanceWebsite: https://www.inourrightminds.netBestselling Book: https://a.co/d/e8MZm8C Award-Winning Film: https://www.inourrightminds.net/watch-the-film.htmlJoin me on Facebook – Subscribe and FollowSupport the show~~~~~~~Coco Oya Cienna-Rey is a UK-based creative, mystic, soul guide and writer. Her creativity is informed by her journey as a devotee of the Tantric path (an embodied path of self-liberation) and being a channel for the Divine Feminine. Often thought-provoking, yet always heartfelt, her work speaks of the sacred wisdom stored in the body and the embodiment of soul. Deeply sensitive and highly empathic, she can be found weaving her intuitive gifts at  www.creativelycoco.com.   Social media linkshttps://www.facebook.com/cocooyaciennareyhttps://www.instagram.com/creativelycoco/My book –Digging for Mother's Bones - a guide to unearthing true feminine nature-is a clarion call, an awakening for those ready for a new evolutionary edge of growth. This is a powerful guidebook to bring us home to The Great Motherhttps://womancraftpublishing.com/product/digging-for-mothers-bones/ signed copyPodcast info - Sirens of the Mother. A place where Coco and her guests wax lyrical about all things Mother, from the divine to the downright dirty. Together, they share why the feminine is rising both internally and externally and offer guidance, inspiration, and the motivation to deepen into the remembrance of your sacred feminine wisdom.https://open.spotify.com/show/5Bsau0nYAk0tozjjYZQiK3?si=bf8bb8a3f38f48b0https://www.youtube.com/@creativelycoco-intuitivegu7646/featured Support the show

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime
Drowning In Desire Part 5: The Sirens Lustful Lament

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 36:56 Transcription Available


You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakenings App on the Apple Store, or downloading the very unofficial and unapproved Android version from WyldeInBed.com In the quiet town where the sea kisses the shore, Tess finds herself haunted by the last words she exchanged with Finn before he vanished beneath the waves. Regret clings to her like sea salt, and as she stands on the beach, her heart breaks for the love she lost. Yet, as the tide ebbs and flows, so does her longing—transforming into tantalizing erotic fantasies that dance like shadows on the sand.But the ocean holds secrets deeper than Tess ever imagined. As she plunges into the supernatural depths of her desires, she uncovers a world where passion knows no bounds and the boundaries between life and death blur. Finn's spirit calls to her, weaving a tale of love intertwined with BDSM and longing that transcends the physical realm.In a journey filled with tearjerking revelations and tantalizing encounters, Tess must confront the truth of Finn's demise and the powerful connection that binds them—one that could either set her free or drown her in desire forever. Join Tess as she navigates the stormy waters of love, loss, and the supernatural, discovering that some ties can never be severed, and the heart's deepest yearnings can lead to the most unexpected places. Will she find closure, or will she drown in the depths of her desire?

Sirens, Slammers and Service - A podcast for Female First Responders
No Sugarcoating It: 15 Hard Truths About Life as a First Responder

Sirens, Slammers and Service - A podcast for Female First Responders

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 55:50


Send us a text In this solo episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service, Nikki gets real—no filters, no fluff. Drawing from lived experience, she breaks down 15 hard truths every first responder needs to hear, especially early in their career. We talk about why keeping your work life and personal life separate actually matters, the reality of “work friends” and situational relationships, and the uncomfortable truth that this job isn't fair—and never will be. This episode is honest, grounding, and meant to help you navigate the career with clearer eyes and stronger boundaries. If you're new to the job, feeling burned out, or just need someone to say the quiet parts out loud—this one's for you. 

InGoal Radio Podcast
Episode 332 with Kaylie Osborne and Ian Clark

InGoal Radio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 76:41


Episode 332 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a "get to know" interview with Kaylie Osborne of the PWHL New York Sirens, and a "catch up" with long-time NHL goalie coach Ian Clark.In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, we start things off with a great conversation with Osborne, who is in her first year as the Sirens starter in just her second year as a pro after a standout college career at Colgate University, which concluded with a 20–4–1 record, career-best 1.28 goals-against average, .941 save percentage, and six shutouts as a senior. We talk early inspirations and the evolution of her game through college and into pro for a 23-year-old who was already a part of Team Canada during the Rivalry Series. From there we switch gears to catch up with Clark, whose role with the Vancouver Canucks may have shifted to scouting and development, but whose passion for the teaching the position to all levels remains as strong as ever, including an upcoming series of Pro Tips at InGoal. In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Filip Gustavsson of the Minnesota Wild discussing keys to simplifying back-and-forth plays behind the net. In our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a deep dive into the latest from Brian's Custom Spots, the Iconic 2 pads and gloves.

EMS Today
Rethinking Lights and Sirens in Emergency Response

EMS Today

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 55:28


In this episode of the Not A-Fib podcast, Virginia Beach (VA) EMS Chief Jason Stroud discusses a recent operational shift limiting the use of lights and sirens for non-emergent calls. Drawing on research and local data showing minimal impact on patient outcomes but significant safety risks—including increased ambulance collisions—Chief Stroud explains why the department is prioritizing safer, more measured responses for priority two calls, which make up 75% of dispatches. He details the unique combination career-volunteer EMS model in Virginia Beach, the close partnership with local military installations, and the department's advanced life support heritage. They also explore how evolving dispatch protocols and ongoing evaluation guide this change, alongside challenges like workforce development and growing call volumes.

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime
Drowning In Desire Part 4: The Sirens Lustful Lament

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 23:07 Transcription Available


You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakenings App on the Apple Store, or downloading the very unofficial and unapproved Android version from WyldeInBed.com In the quiet town where the sea kisses the shore, Tess finds herself haunted by the last words she exchanged with Finn before he vanished beneath the waves. Regret clings to her like sea salt, and as she stands on the beach, her heart breaks for the love she lost. Yet, as the tide ebbs and flows, so does her longing—transforming into tantalizing erotic fantasies that dance like shadows on the sand.But the ocean holds secrets deeper than Tess ever imagined. As she plunges into the supernatural depths of her desires, she uncovers a world where passion knows no bounds and the boundaries between life and death blur. Finn's spirit calls to her, weaving a tale of love intertwined with BDSM and longing that transcends the physical realm.In a journey filled with tearjerking revelations and tantalizing encounters, Tess must confront the truth of Finn's demise and the powerful connection that binds them—one that could either set her free or drown her in desire forever. Join Tess as she navigates the stormy waters of love, loss, and the supernatural, discovering that some ties can never be severed, and the heart's deepest yearnings can lead to the most unexpected places. Will she find closure, or will she drown in the depths of her desire?

Sirens | A True Crime Podcast
Southern Noir Book Club | Rachel Corbett - The Monsters We Make

Sirens | A True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 52:25


In this episode of Sirens, I'm joined by Rachel Corbett, journalist, academic, and author of The Monsters We Make, for a deeply thoughtful conversation about crime, memory, and the stories we tell ourselves about evil.Rachel shares how her own childhood experiences—and the moments that shaped her understanding of violence and fear—ultimately led her down the path of researching crime, criminal behavior, and the FBI's approach to criminal profiling. What began as personal curiosity evolved into years of research that challenge some of the most widely accepted assumptions in true crime.We talk in depth about The Monsters We Make, including what inspired the book, how personal history intersects with academic inquiry, and why criminal profiling may not be the reliable investigative tool pop culture has led us to believe. Rachel breaks down how profiling gained its reputation, where it has fallen short, and why its perceived success often looks very different when examined closely.This episode explores the tension between storytelling and science—and asks hard questions about how myths are created, repeated, and cemented in both law enforcement and media.Find more about Rachel at https://www.rachel-corbett.com/.Mentioned in this episode:Allegedly: POCOGet Allegedly: True Crime From Pontotoc County, OK today. Available in paperback, hardback, and ebook from any major store, including library apps.

Sirens, Slammers and Service - A podcast for Female First Responders
Sleep, Stress & the Science of Staying Grounded with Helen Dugdale

Sirens, Slammers and Service - A podcast for Female First Responders

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 60:48


Send us a text In this episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service, Nikki sits down with Helen Dugdale—psychotherapist, science lover, and soon-to-be two-time author—to dig into the gut-brain connection, sleep, anxiety, and why your nervous system is calling the shots more than you think. Helen breaks down how sleep deprivation wrecks emotional control, why first responders can't rely on gut instinct alone, and how mental fitness starts with simple habits: brain dumping before bed, getting your body moving, reinforcing self-worth, and learning to separate emotion from logic when the stakes are high. We chat about her book Put Insomnia to Sleep, her upcoming release Overcoming Anxiety, and real-world strategies anyone working shifts can start using tonight. If your sleep, stress, or mental bandwidth is stretched thin, this episode is for you.Learn more from Helen - https://www.australianbraincoaching.com.au/helen@australianbraincoaching.com.auCheck out our other wellness-focused episodes on Sirens, Slammers and Service! And if you like what you hear, you can catch Nikki every Wednesday on the Thin Line Rock Station. Garett Martin, Mortgage Broker with The Mortgage Group, our official podcast sponsor for Season 10 and supports other first responders by offering discounted mortgage rates and industry-leading service. cell: 403.915.1025email: garett.martin@mortgagegroup.comweb: garettmartinmortgages.com Blue Line Fitness Testing is a premier law enforcement fitness testing and training center based in Edmonton. Specializing in helping individuals prepare for the physical demands of a career in law enforcement, we offer comprehensive fitness evaluations, specialized training programs, and classes tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Support the showWant to support this podcast even more! Make a monthly subscription for only $3 a month here! Interested in becoming a first responder? Reach out to learn more! Email - info@bluelinefitnesstesting.comBlue Line Fitness TestingFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bluelinefitnesstestingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bluelinefitnesstesting/LinkedIn - Nikki Cloutier

Conversations@KAFM
Lights & Sirens: Dec 2025

Conversations@KAFM

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 27:24


Hosts: Dirk Clingman, Kelly Clingman Guests: Rusty Ratzloff, Meghan Detlaan Air date: Dec 10, 2025

United Public Radio
Paranormal NL Podcast -Thinning of the Veil with JJRose777

United Public Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 59:44


In this Paranormal NL Podcast UPRN Segment #57 Thinning of the Veil Special -host Jen Noseworthy talks with Guest: JJRose777 from California, USA. JJRose777 was on PNL Podcast season two 2024-S2/E48 & S2/E140 & now Season Three 2025-S3/E50 (UPRN Seg#57). JJRose777 is a lifelong psychic, Lightworker and all things 6th sense and Metaphysical from California, USA. Besides being the lead psychic specialist for a paranormal Investigation team and an Ordained Non-Denominational Minister, she is also a White Witch and Lightworker. She focuses on being a Metaphysical Teacher with her YouTube Channel JJROSE777 where you can find videos from just waking up into the Spiritual world, to advanced videos to help you learn to clear yourself and most especially to Bubble Up which is a form of spiritual protection. Her specialty is energy & entity clearing and cleaning – which is a nice way to say exorcist. Follow JJRose777 on her Linktree https://linktr.ee/jjrose777 and her YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jjrose777 JJRose777 is part of the Fab-5 Group. The Fab-5 consists of Kat Ward from Paranormal Heart Podcast from Ontario, Canada (Fellow UPRN host) who was on PNL Podcast Season two 2024-S2/E18 & Season Three-2025- S3/E1(UPRN Seg#9); Tim Sudano from Paranormal Insight & SCARI from California, USA (fellow UPRN host) who was on PNL Podcast season three 2025-S3/E3 (UPRN Seg#11); Tommy Cullum from Let's Get Freaky Podcast from the UK, who was on PNL Podcast season two 2024- S2/E7 & S2/E41 & Season Three 2025-S3/E15 (UPRN Seg#22) and Erick Szilagyi from UN-comfortable Podcast from Indiana, USA who was on PNL Podcast Season Three 2025- S3/E51 (UPRN Seg#58). JJRose777 also Co-hosts the Podcast “3 Sirens and a Squirrel” with Jayce from @Wabi_Sabi (who was on PNL Season Two 2024-S2/E67); and Kim Bishop -white witch (who was on PNL Podcast Season Two 2024-S2/E70, and Season Three 2025-S3/E48 -UPRN Seg#55 with Kim's alchemist & distiller husband Alan Bishop from If You Have Ghosts You Have Everything Podcast). Kim is also owner of the Witches Brew BOOtique; and collabed with Paranormal Coven (Linda & Leva who were also on PNL Podcast Season Two 2024-S2/E134). Shout out to Podcasters Chucky_Dander (Sharles Stephens) from Danger Zone & Countercult who was on PNL Podcast S2/E50,S2/E119 mastermind of the Linktree (International Paranormal Alliance) IPA Shout out to Dayvid Salinas from DTRH (Down The Rabbit Hole) & Dayvid Don't Know, Weird Java in the Morning, Won Nothing who was on PNL Podcast S2/E60, and S3/E53 (UPRN Seg#40) Shout out to Kevin Sapiel Jr. from Where The Weird Ones Are who was on PNL S2/E57, S2/E139 Shout out to UPRN Producer Michelle Desrochers from Ontario, Canada. Michelle is also host of The Outer Realm Radio & Beyond the Outer Realm on UPRN. https://linktr.ee/michelledesrochers_ Jennifer Vallis (JV)-Noseworthy, RN (Jen) Paranormal NL (PNL) Podcast & BOG Team Founder/host "Paranormal NL (PNL) Podcast" Founder/Team Lead: PNL BOG Team. A "Boots on Ground" Paranormal Investigation Team Email: paranormal.nl.podcast@gmail.com Follow Paranormal NL Podcast & the BOG Team at https://linktr.ee/paranormalnlpodcast

Sounds!
Best of Sounds! 2025 – Teil 2: Die besten CH-Sounds des Jahres

Sounds!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 166:14


Am Ende des Jahres wird abgerechnet. Und wer nicht in der Sounds!-Bestenliste auftaucht, hat halt einfach zu wenig gute Musik gemacht. Just Kidding. (Or are we?) Heute kürt die Sounds!-Crew nicht weniger als die allerbesten Schweizer Musikveröffentlichungen 2025! Der mehrteilige Jahresrückblick geht morgen weiter – mit den besten (internationalen) Songs des Jahres. Schon heute gibt's die CH-Lieblinge, hier individuell aufgeschlüsselt: > LEA INDERBITZIN < 1) claire my flair «Ghosts & Aliens» 2) Batbait «Boys Club» 3) Malummí «Key» 4) Jeremy Ratib «Aftermath» 5) a=f/m «A Star» 6) Ethimm «Hi Around U» 7) Anna Rey «Unity» 8) Sirens of Lesbos «Let it Hurt» 9) Samuel Okkosch «American Boy» 10) Baze «Brot» > ANDI ROHRER < 1) Baby Volcano «Olor a fogata» 2) claire my flair «Ghosts & Aliens» 3) Batbait «Boys Club» 4) Pina Palau «Outdoor Guy» 5) Mary Middlefield «Summer Affair» 6) The Young Gods «Blackwater» 7) Sirens of Lesbos «My Moon» 8) Camilla Sparksss «Backflip» 9) Spear flower «Nothing Grows» 10) elie zoé «change my name» > LUCA BRUNO < 1) Sirens of Lesbos «My Moon» 2) Pina Palau «Outdoor Guy» 3) Batbait «Boys Club» 4) Ethimm «Hi Around U» 5) Malummí «Key» 6) URGES «Corridor» 7) Stahlberger «Besseri Stadt» 8) Jari Antti «Real» 9) no phase «Grounding» 10) HOLM «Sunlit Afternoons»

The Ohio Statehouse Scoop
Behind the Sirens: Riding Shotgun with one of Ohio's crime-fighting task forces

The Ohio Statehouse Scoop

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 25:52


Ohio Governor Mike DeWine says multi-agency crime fighting task forces have been effective in cracking down on violent crime in some areas of the state. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles wanted to find out how those task forces operate, so she, along with Ohio Statehouse News Bureau Multiple Media Journalist Dan Konik, rode along with crime fighters in action in Cincinnati to discover the unique strategies they are using. Also, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to talk about the latest scoop with the Ohio Legislature. And it's the most wonderful time of the year at the Ohio Statehouse. We'll tell you why you might want to dash on down to the Statehouse to take in the sights and sounds of this holiday season.

Window Dressing
The Reckoning: Sean Combs

Window Dressing

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 10:22


This week, I bring you a short bonus episode about the recently released Diddy Doc, The Reckoning: Sean Combs. It comes courtesy of executive producer Curtis “50 Cent " Jackson, and it is a once-in-a-lifetime piece of cultural commentary. I have written extensively about Diddy, in relation to Aubrey O' Day and the MTV reality show Making the Band. Those episodes are part of the Sirens and Gossip Rag Goddesses of The New Millennium season that came out last year, pre-Diddy trial. This doc features Aubrey heavily, along with many people we haven't heard from in the numerous docs, and reports on the charges against Sean Combs.

Leveraging AI
247 | AI bubble sirens: the $8 T bill, OpenAI's “code-red” scramble, Anthropic Opus 4.5 dethrones Gemini 3, AWS rolls out Frontier Agents — and more AI news for the week ending on December 5, 2025

Leveraging AI

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 61:07 Transcription Available


Is AI building the future — or inflating the next great tech bubble?This week's episode of Leveraging AI peels back the layers of billion-dollar optimism and uncovers the quiet panic sweeping the AI giants. From OpenAI's internal “Code Red” to Anthropic's cautious warnings, host Isar Meitis walks you through the pivotal shifts shaking the foundation of the AI industry.While tech giants throw trillions into compute power and bold promises, business adoption is… shockingly stagnant. Are we seeing signs of a bubble about to burst — or is the market simply catching its breath before the next leap?If you're a business leader navigating the hype, headlines, and high stakes, this is your briefing.In this session, you'll discover:Why OpenAI froze development and went into Code Red modeHow $8 trillion in projected AI infrastructure is colliding with disappointing ROIThe growing disconnect between enterprise AI adoption and corporate AI spendWhat top CEOs like IBM's Arvind Krishna and Anthropic's Dario Amodei really think about the AI investment surgeA jaw-dropping look at deep AI infrastructure costs and the five-year obsolescence cycleWhy Claude Opus 4.5 is being called the best coding model on the marketThe bold new moves from AWS, including agentic AI factoriesPolitical pressures: PAC wars, employee protests, and the race to regulateAnd what your company should (and shouldn't) do right now to stay aheadAbout Leveraging AI The Ultimate AI Course for Business People: https://multiplai.ai/ai-course/ YouTube Full Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@Multiplai_AI/ Connect with Isar Meitis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isarmeitis/ Join our Live Sessions, AI Hangouts and newsletter: https://services.multiplai.ai/events If you've enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, leave us a five-star review on your favorite podcast platform, and let us know what you learned, found helpful, or liked most about this show!

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime
Drowning In Desire Part 3: The Sirens Lustful Lament

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 30:21 Transcription Available


You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakenings App on the Apple Store, or downloading the very unofficial and unapproved Android version from WyldeInBed.com In the quiet town where the sea kisses the shore, Tess finds herself haunted by the last words she exchanged with Finn before he vanished beneath the waves. Regret clings to her like sea salt, and as she stands on the beach, her heart breaks for the love she lost. Yet, as the tide ebbs and flows, so does her longing—transforming into tantalizing erotic fantasies that dance like shadows on the sand.But the ocean holds secrets deeper than Tess ever imagined. As she plunges into the supernatural depths of her desires, she uncovers a world where passion knows no bounds and the boundaries between life and death blur. Finn's spirit calls to her, weaving a tale of love intertwined with BDSM and longing that transcends the physical realm.In a journey filled with tearjerking revelations and tantalizing encounters, Tess must confront the truth of Finn's demise and the powerful connection that binds them—one that could either set her free or drown her in desire forever. Join Tess as she navigates the stormy waters of love, loss, and the supernatural, discovering that some ties can never be severed, and the heart's deepest yearnings can lead to the most unexpected places. Will she find closure, or will she drown in the depths of her desire?

Sirens, Slammers and Service - A podcast for Female First Responders
When the Badge Comes Off: Identity, Sanctuary Trauma & Healing with Dr. Katherine Rolfe

Sirens, Slammers and Service - A podcast for Female First Responders

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 63:11


Send us a textIn this powerful episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service, Nikki sits down with Dr. Katherine Rolfe, a registered psychologist and former member of both the military and the Edmonton Police Service, to explore the deeply personal journey of serving—and the challenges of stepping away after more than 20 years in uniform.Dr. Rolfe shares the emotional landscape of leaving a first responder identity behind and explains how sanctuary trauma—organizational betrayal or lack of support—can intensify PTSD and drive burnout in even the strongest professionals. She offers straightforward, actionable guidance for those still in the job:Get a therapist early—don't wait until crisis hits.Keep structure and work-life balance to maintain perspective.Move the emotions through the body—running, physical activity, and movement matter.Talk about what you go through, so isolation doesn't take over.This episode is a must-listen for anyone in frontline service or supporting someone who is. Don't miss this candid and validating conversation—and be sure to check out Balance Psychology to learn more about building resilience and protecting your mental health.https://www.balancepsychservices.ca/info@balancepsychservices.caGarett Martin, Mortgage Broker with The Mortgage Group, our official podcast sponsor for Season 10 and supports other first responders by offering discounted mortgage rates and industry-leading service. cell: 403.915.1025email: garett.martin@mortgagegroup.comweb: garettmartinmortgages.com Blue Line Fitness Testing is a premier law enforcement fitness testing and training center based in Edmonton. Specializing in helping individuals prepare for the physical demands of a career in law enforcement, we offer comprehensive fitness evaluations, specialized training programs, and classes tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Support the showWant to support this podcast even more! Make a monthly subscription for only $3 a month here! Interested in becoming a first responder? Reach out to learn more! Email - info@bluelinefitnesstesting.comBlue Line Fitness TestingFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bluelinefitnesstestingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bluelinefitnesstesting/LinkedIn - Nikki Cloutier

I am the Horse Witch
Goddess of the Night and Secrets, Lilith

I am the Horse Witch

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 32:00


We explore the ancient Deity, LIlith...Goddess, demon or succubus? She is a powerful Goddess of Women and Women's rights as you will find out...she is sexy, wild, and applauds the chaos in our souls and all of our complexities. She is the original Wild Woman. We look at how we can connect with her, and her origin story. Plus a card read from Goddesses and Sirens by Stacey DeMarco and a card read from the Moon Goddess Oracle by Nicci Garacoa, Enjoy!

New Books Network
Zeenath Khan, "The Sirens of September" (India Penguin, 2025)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2025 24:01


A sweeping historical coming-of-age novel set against India's 1948 takeover of Hyderabad, The Sirens of September (India Penguin, 2025) shifts between the palaces of princely Hyderabad, the refugee camps of post-Partition Bombay, army command rooms and the seedy lanes of London's Piccadilly. Farishteh Ali Khan, an aristocratic teenager who enjoys a gilded existence, tumbles into a web of international espionage, political intrigue and dark family secrets. A few chance meetings between her and an air force pilot, Saleem El Edroos, lead to them striking up a long-distance courtship. When Hyderabad falls, the new regime makes the Ali Khans and the Edrooses answer for their old loyalties. The one person who can come to their aid can also tear Farishteh's family apart. Author Bio Note: Zeenath Khan is a writer who divides her time between Hyderabad, India and New York City. The Sirens of September is her debut novel. She has written about history, travel and current affairs for Scroll, Mint Lounge, Siasat and Literary Traveler. Aside from writing, she enjoys reading, working out, baking, and spending time with her friends and three grown-up children. The article mentioned in the podcast can be found here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime
Drowning In Desire Part 2: The Sirens Lustful Lament

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 21:49 Transcription Available


You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakenings App on the Apple Store, or downloading the very unofficial and unapproved Android version from WyldeInBed.com In the quiet town where the sea kisses the shore, Tess finds herself haunted by the last words she exchanged with Finn before he vanished beneath the waves. Regret clings to her like sea salt, and as she stands on the beach, her heart breaks for the love she lost. Yet, as the tide ebbs and flows, so does her longing—transforming into tantalizing erotic fantasies that dance like shadows on the sand.But the ocean holds secrets deeper than Tess ever imagined. As she plunges into the supernatural depths of her desires, she uncovers a world where passion knows no bounds and the boundaries between life and death blur. Finn's spirit calls to her, weaving a tale of love intertwined with BDSM and longing that transcends the physical realm.In a journey filled with tearjerking revelations and tantalizing encounters, Tess must confront the truth of Finn's demise and the powerful connection that binds them—one that could either set her free or drown her in desire forever. Join Tess as she navigates the stormy waters of love, loss, and the supernatural, discovering that some ties can never be severed, and the heart's deepest yearnings can lead to the most unexpected places. Will she find closure, or will she drown in the depths of her desire?

Sirens, Slammers and Service - A podcast for Female First Responders
Resilience, Reinvention, and Rising Strong with Lori Bailey

Sirens, Slammers and Service - A podcast for Female First Responders

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 65:29


Send us a textIn this episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service, Nikki sits down with Lori Bailey, an Inspector with the City of Calgary Transit's Community Outreach Team, whose career journey is a powerful example of perseverance and reinvention. Lori shares her path from federal corrections, to teaching at Bow Valley College, to serving in her current role supporting Peace Officers and vulnerable populations on Calgary Transit—while also opening up about her own battle with PTSD and earning her Master's degree at 52. Nikki and Lori dig into the realities of working in male-dominated environments, the hypervigilance that can follow corrections officers long after shifts end, and the importance of support systems and self-care for anyone in first responder careers. Lori also offers grounded, practical advice for those considering a career in federal corrections and preparing for the challenges of the job. Don't miss this insightful conversation—and be sure to check out upcoming training resources and workshops designed to support the mental health and growth of first responders. Garett Martin, Mortgage Broker with The Mortgage Group, our official podcast sponsor for Season 10 and supports other first responders by offering discounted mortgage rates and industry-leading service. cell: 403.915.1025email: garett.martin@mortgagegroup.comweb: garettmartinmortgages.com Blue Line Fitness Testing is a premier law enforcement fitness testing and training center based in Edmonton. Specializing in helping individuals prepare for the physical demands of a career in law enforcement, we offer comprehensive fitness evaluations, specialized training programs, and classes tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Support the showWant to support this podcast even more! Make a monthly subscription for only $3 a month here! Interested in becoming a first responder? Reach out to learn more! Email - info@bluelinefitnesstesting.comBlue Line Fitness TestingFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bluelinefitnesstestingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bluelinefitnesstesting/LinkedIn - Nikki Cloutier

I'M SO POPULAR
TRAIN MAN, or LOVE IN THE REAL WORLD with maggie

I'M SO POPULAR

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 69:34


On the penultimate episode of I'M SO POPULAR Season 5, we discuss the internet legend of Densha Otoko and the 2005 film adaptation of said legend: TRAIN MAN 電車の男 + love and actualization of the otaku + escaping the constricted panopticon of the online world. For this week's salacious SIRENS along with over a hundred and seventy five paywalled episodes, join us at PATREON.COM/IMSOPOPULAR

Women of Substance Music Podcast
#1798 Music by Jaclyn Bradley, Nia Perez, Alison Albrecht, The Levins, The Sirens, Sue and Dwight, Francesca Tarantino, Caroline Bowling, Matilda Gracia, Aelya, Sarah Carey, Katherine Paterson, Fire In Her Eyes, Micayla Shafran, Meryl Rudy

Women of Substance Music Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 62:26


To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Jaclyn Bradley - Love like 1983 FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYNia Perez - Cognitive Dissonance FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAlison Albrecht - When Things Change FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYThe Levins - Across the Miles FOLLOW ON BANDCAMPThe Sirens - Sea of Misery FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSue and Dwight - How Do We Get Out Of This Mess FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFrancesca Tarantino - Spider On The Wall FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCaroline Bowling - Tigerlily FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMatilda Gracia - Little Pieces FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAelya - The Sweetest Sounds FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSarah Carey - Let Go FOLLOW ON SOUNDCLOUDKatherine Paterson - Soil and Sunlight FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFire In Her Eyes - Too Late To Change FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMicayla Shafran - Eurydice Be My Light FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMeryl Rudy - Comfortable Love (feat. Meghan Garrison) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comVisit our Sponsor Profitable Musician Newsletter at profitablemusician.com/joinVisit our Sponsor Bandzoogle at: http://www.bandzoogle.comVisit our Sponsor 39 Sources of Income at profitablemusician.com/incomeVisit www.wosradio.com for more details and to submit music to our review board for consideration.Visit our resources for Indie Artists: https://www.wosradio.com/resourcesBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime
Drowning In Desire Part 1: The Sirens Lustful Lament

Wylde In Bed: Erotic Audio Stories at Bedtime

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 28:29 Transcription Available


You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakenings App on the Apple Store, or downloading the very unofficial and unapproved Android version from WyldeInBed.com In the quiet town where the sea kisses the shore, Tess finds herself haunted by the last words she exchanged with Finn before he vanished beneath the waves. Regret clings to her like sea salt, and as she stands on the beach, her heart breaks for the love she lost. Yet, as the tide ebbs and flows, so does her longing—transforming into tantalizing erotic fantasies that dance like shadows on the sand.But the ocean holds secrets deeper than Tess ever imagined. As she plunges into the supernatural depths of her desires, she uncovers a world where passion knows no bounds and the boundaries between life and death blur. Finn's spirit calls to her, weaving a tale of love intertwined with BDSM and longing that transcends the physical realm.In a journey filled with tearjerking revelations and tantalizing encounters, Tess must confront the truth of Finn's demise and the powerful connection that binds them—one that could either set her free or drown her in desire forever. Join Tess as she navigates the stormy waters of love, loss, and the supernatural, discovering that some ties can never be severed, and the heart's deepest yearnings can lead to the most unexpected places. Will she find closure, or will she drown in the depths of her desire?

Good Show
NHL's Youth Takeover + PWHL Season Preview with Hailey Salvian

Good Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 49:53


Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Devante Smith-Pelly (1:27) to tee up tonight's contest between the Oilers and Capitals. They discuss Logan Thompson's elite start to the season, what playing in the NHL as a teenager is like as young players like Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini dominate the league, the Habs' injuries, and much more. Then, they discuss the recent HHOF inductions, who he played alongside that he thinks will make it, if Alexander Ovechkin will be inducted as soon as he retires, and more. Later, with the PWHL coming to Sportsnet, Hailey Salvian joins the show (27:30) to tee up the season with the new expansion teams in Vancouver and Seattle, the top players who could be safe award bets, expectations for Sarah Fillier and the Sirens' season, how the Olympic year will impact the league, if the Frost can three-peat, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Women of Substance Music Podcast
#1794 Music by Jessie Chambers, Lucie Glang, ELVA, Charlotte Rosetti, Swan Mack, Lucciana Costa, Carlee Morales, The Sirens, Isabel Suarez, Frances Becker, Sonora Pines, Artemis Dara, Jeannine Barr, Silver Reeds, Tamara L. Wilson

Women of Substance Music Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 65:42


To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Jessie Chambers - Fall Right Back FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLucie Glang - Phoenix FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYELVA - Rollercoaster FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCharlotte Rosetti - Borrowed Time FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSwan Mack - Unready FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLucciana Costa - Your Love Makes Sense To Me FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCarlee Morales - BUTTERFLIES FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYThe Sirens - These Words I Write FOLLOW ON BANDCAMPIsabel Suarez - TROUBLE FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFrances Becker - This Haze FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSonora Pines - When Our Time is Done FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYArtemis Dara - At Cycles End FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJeannine Barr - The Wind FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSilver Reeds - Quiet Place, Drowning Man FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYTamara L. Wilson - Let Love Show (Samba Remix) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comVisit our Sponsor Profitable Musician Newsletter at profitablemusician.com/joinVisit our Sponsor Bandzoogle at: http://www.bandzoogle.comVisit our Sponsor Mairose at https://linktr.ee/mairose26Visit our Sponsor 39 Sources of Income at profitablemusician.com/incomeVisit www.wosradio.com for more details and to submit music to our review board for consideration.Visit our resources for Indie Artists: https://www.wosradio.com/resourcesBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

Grace Chapel
Self-Control | Pastor Tom VanAntwerp

Grace Chapel

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 25:18


Speaker: Pastor Tom VanAntwerp, Wilmington Campus Pastor Series: Cultivate – The Fruit of the Spirit-Filled Life Text: Romans 7:18–25, Galatians 5:22–23, Romans 8:5–6, Matthew 27:51 Self-control is one of the most misunderstood fruits of the Spirit. It sounds like something we produce through sheer effort — but Scripture tells a very different story. In this message, Pastor Tom VanAntwerp explores the tension Paul exposes in Romans 7, the paradox of enkrateia (inner strength), and the cultural swing between self-indulgence and extreme self-discipline. Through biblical insight, spiritual formation wisdom, and memorable images (including Odysseus, the Sirens, and a better song), Pastor Tom shows us: Self-control isn't willpower. Self-control comes from giving the Spirit control. This Cultivate series finale invites us to open more of our inner lives to God's Spirit — the One who rearranges our desires, grows all the fruit together, and leads us into a life with God.

In VOGUE: The 1990s
Meghann Fahy Has The New Lily Allen Album On Repeat | PLUS Why Boyfriends Are Embarrassing

In VOGUE: The 1990s

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 56:56


Today on the show, we're joined by actor Meghann Fahy. We all know and love her from her role as Daphne in White Lotus Season 2, and she has a ton of new exciting projects in the works, including a new film Rebuilding with Josh O'Connor, out on November 14th. She chatted with Vogue editors Christian Allaire and Margaux Anbouba about acting in horror films, what she stole from the set of Sirens, and which pop girlies she's loving right now.Also on the show, Chioma talks with writer Chanté Joseph about her wildly viral British Vogue article “Is Having A Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?”Plus, we talk about Vogue World: Milan and Balmain's new Creative Director Antonin Tron. The Run-Through with Vogue is your go-to podcast where fashion meets culture. Hosted by Chloe Malle, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue U.S.; Chioma Nnadi, Head of British Vogue; and Nicole Phelps, Director of Vogue Runway, each episode features the latest fashion news and exclusive designer and celebrity interviews.Please help us improve The Run-Through with Vogue by filling out our listener survey: https://panel2058.na2.panelpulse.com/c/a/661hs4tSRdw2yB2dvjFyyw Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

FluentlyForward
Sirens: The Myth, Conspiracies Inspired By Them, and Famous Sirens of History & Hollywood

FluentlyForward

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 50:06


Today, similar to our Patreon episode on Vampires, we are exploring the myth and lore of Sirens - and then taking a look at how they pop up in a repackaged way with conspiracies of today (in incel spaces and with the conspiracies of men becoming more womanly), and then we take a look at the more siren-like women throughout history - and Hollywood! Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.squarespace.com/fluently⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FLUENTLY Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/fluently⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 -day returns.

Sirens of the Supernatural
Houston Strange: Shadows of the South

Sirens of the Supernatural

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 92:40


Something strange is brewing deep in the heart of Texas…In this episode, the Sirens head down south to welcome back our good friend Adam — host of the spine-tingling new podcast Houston Strange.

Yanghaiying
o07r Odysseus The song of the sirens - Greek mythology remake

Yanghaiying

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 11:03


o07r Odysseus The song of the sirens - Greek mythology remake

The Problem With Jon Stewart
Democrats Actually Win Something with Chris Hayes and David Plouffe

The Problem With Jon Stewart

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 80:20


Following Democrats' decisive Tuesday wins, Jon is joined by MSNBC's Chris Hayes, host of "All In" and author of "The Sirens' Call," and David Plouffe, former Obama campaign manager and White House senior advisor. Together, they dissect the election results, explore the tension between political consulting and authentic campaigning, and discuss what this election reveals about candidates and messages that can genuinely resonate with voters. This podcast episode is brought to you by: QUINCE - Keep it classic and cool this fall— go to https://Quince.com/ TWS for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. GROUND NEWS - Go to https://groundnews.com/stewart to see how any news story is being framed by news outlets around the world and across the political spectrum. Use this link to get 40% off unlimited access with the Vantage Subscription. SURFSHARK - Go to https://surfshark.com/stewart and use code stewart at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for more:  > YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weeklyshowpodcast > Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weeklyshowpodcast> TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@weeklyshowpodcast  > X: https://x.com/weeklyshowpod   > BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/theweeklyshowpodcast.com Host/Executive Producer – Jon Stewart Executive Producer – James Dixon Executive Producer – Chris McShane Executive Producer – Caity Gray Lead Producer – Lauren Walker Producer – Brittany Mehmedovic  Producer – Gillian Spear Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo Audio Editor & Engineer – Nicole Boyce Music by Hansdle Hsu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Books Network
The Technological Soul: Alex Priou on Modernity, Ideology, and the Limits of Reason

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 74:21


In this episode of International Horizons, RBI acting director Eli Karetny speaks with Alex Priou, Professor of Political Philosophy at the University of Austin, about how technology and ideology shape the modern soul. From Machiavelli's “dikes and dams” to Odysseus's struggle against the Sirens, Priou traces how modernity's drive for control has left us materially fulfilled yet spiritually impoverished. The conversation explores liberalism's crises, the moral stakes of AI, the American “technological republic,” and why revisiting Homer and Plato may be key to recovering wisdom and restraint in an age of restless innovation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

I'M SO POPULAR
MUSCLE MAN with jordan castro

I'M SO POPULAR

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 58:12


Very handsome novelist Jordan Castro joins to discuss his fascinating new book MUSCLE MAN (2025年), a fascinating work of fiction about an English professor who hates being an English professor and loves lifting weights. We discuss novels of the mind, Mishima Yukio and the mimetic flattening of reactionary authors, the puzzling reception to his work, the godless twenty-first century and more. For paywalled episodes of the show and over one hundred locked episodes of the essential SIRENS chat show, join us on patreon at patreon.com/imsopopular Find Jordan Castro and his fabulous books on his website: http://www.jordancastro.com/