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“If we don't fight, then what are we doing?” — Jeff BoydHow do you write fiction about contemporary America when reality itself is stranger than fiction? A country in which “alternative facts” is policy rather than satire. Where “truth” has been nationalized.Jeff Boyd, an acclaimed young American novelist, sees fiction as refuge. For both writer and reader, it gets us inside the heads of people who both inflict and endure pain. And it enables the senseless to make sense. The news cycle can't do that. A novel can.Boyd's second novel, Hard Times, out today, is his latest attempt to make sense of the senseless. No, the title isn't Dickensian — it's from Curtis Mayfield. The song on the 1975 “There's No Place Like America Today” album, with its cover juxtaposing some happy Americans in a car with others waiting miserably in the unemployment line. America might be great — but for whom, exactly? That dichotomy shapes Hard Times, which is set in a school on the South Side of Chicago where an innocent student gets shot and nobody can agree on what happened or why.Is the American Dream over? Boyd isn't quite sure. “As much as it feels impossible,” he says, “some part of me always wants to believe.” His characters fight — backs against the wall, cards stacked against them, but they don't give in. That's what Curtis Mayfield was singing about in 1975 and it's what Jeff Boyd is writing about in 2026. The times are hard. A time, once again, for novelists to seize back reality. Five Takeaways• How Do You Make Stuff Up When Reality Is Already Unbelievable? Boyd admits he sometimes wonders what the point of being a novelist is when the headlines are stranger than fiction. His answer: fiction is a refuge. It lets you get inside the heads of people who inflict pain or endure it, and try to make sense of what in reality remains senseless. The novelist can provide an answer. The news cycle can't.• Not Dickens — Curtis Mayfield: The title comes not from the 1854 novel but from the 1975 song on There's No Place Like America Today. The album cover says it all: happy people in the car, desperate people in the unemployment line. America is great — but great for whom? That dichotomy drives the book.• A Policeman's Son on George Floyd: One of the officers who stood by while George Floyd died was black — a man whose family had been proud of him for getting the job, who went in wanting to do good. Boyd can't write off an entire category of people. His black cop character in Hard Times exists to show the complexity of wanting to do right and getting caught up in wrong.• Fate vs. Agency on the South Side: Boyd's grad school friend — not religious but deterministic — argued you could draw a line from where someone starts to where they'll end up. Boyd's characters fight against that line. A kid from a broken home on food stamps doesn't have to end where you think. The novel asks whether the line holds or breaks.• The Fight Goes On: Is the American Dream over? Boyd isn't quite sure. His characters have their backs against the wall and the cards stacked against them, but they don't give in. That's what Curtis Mayfield was singing about in 1975. It's what Boyd is writing about in 2026. The times are hard. The fight goes on. About the GuestJeff Boyd is the author of The Weight (Simon & Schuster, 2023) and Hard Times (Flatiron Books, 2026). A former Chicago public school teacher and graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop, where he received the Deena Davidson Friedman Prize for Fiction, he lives in Brooklyn with his family.References:• Hard Times: A Novel by Jeff Boyd (Flatiron Books, 2026) — the book under discussion, out today. Starred review from Publishers Weekly.• The Weight by Jeff Boyd (Simon & Schuster, 2023) — Boyd's acclaimed debut novel, set in Portland.• Curtis Mayfield, “Hard Times” from There's No Place Like America Today (1975) — the song that gives the novel its title.• Charles Dickens, Hard Times (1854) — the Dickensian social realist tradition Boyd consciously works within.• Studs Terkel, Hard Times: An Oral History of the Great Depression (1970) — referenced in the conversation.About Keen On AmericaNobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States — hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,800 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting.WebsiteSubstackYouTubeApple PodcastsSpotify Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction: Hard Times from Dickens to today (01:19) - Not Dickens — Curtis Mayfield (02:44) - The Obama era and the fall back into hard times (05:32) - How do you fictionalize a reality stranger than fiction? (08:44) - Autobiography: teaching in a Chicago school (10:18) - Fate, predestination, and fighting the line (12:49) - The novelist as God — do your characters surprise you? (15:02) - A student is shot: the journalist-novelist (15:33) - Social realism in the Dickensian tradition (18:45) - Chicago stereotypes and the beauty between blocks (22:19) - A policeman's son on George Floyd and the black cop who stood by (25:27) - Teaching as the most underappreciated job in America (27:57) - Money, class, and Black Chicago beyond the stereotype (29:43) - Trump, alternative facts, and who controls the truth (32:19) - The American Dream: is it over?
In 2006, Ivana Baquero starred in Guillermo del Toro's Spanish-language film Pan's Labyrinth. The film tells the story of an 11-year-old girl who meets mythical creatures on a quest to achieve immortality and return to the underworld as a princess. However, it isn't your typical fairy tale. Set in 1944, against the backdrop of Franco's fascist Spain, the film is hard-hitting and at times violent. Ivana Baquero speaks to Tim O'Callaghan about starring in the film when she was an 11-year-old. Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by and curious about the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from how the Excel spreadsheet was developed, the creation of cartoon rabbit Miffy and how the sound barrier was broken.We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: the moment Reagan and Gorbachev met in Geneva, Haitian singer Emerante de Pradines' life and Omar Sharif's legendary movie entrance in Lawrence of Arabia.You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, like the invention of a stent which has saved lives around the world; the birth of the G7; and the meeting of Maldives' ministers underwater. We cover everything from World War Two and Cold War stories to Black History Month and our journeys into space.(Photo: Ivana Baquero at the premiere of Pan's Labyrinth in 2006. Credit: Reuters/Fred Prouser)
We kick off with the Great American Outdoor Show highlights: the Henry Mare's Leg in the X-Model, Taylor's & Co.'s badass short-throw 9mm lever action (including that Space Cowboy version collab), and Whiskey River Antiques loaded with old-school surplus munitions. Then we dive deeper into The Running Man follow-up—turns out Christopher Reeve was originally cast as Ben Richards before major script changes that turned a darker, more book-faithful story into the over-the-top '80s action classic we know. Would it have stuck closer to Stephen King's novel with Superman in the lead? We speculate! We vent about the dumbest internet comments out there (why do people even?), geek out over classics like Big Trouble in Little China, Top Secret!, Tom Selleck's detective flicks, and why owning physical media for movies and music still rules in 2026. Grab a seat—this one's packed with guns, movies, rants, and laughs. Thanks for hanging! Where to find us: Livefire-media.com Rangehot.com Social Links: IG - @livefirem - @rangehot.com_offical X - @LiveFireM - @rangehotdotcom FB - Live Fire Media - Range Hot
Talk To Me Nice Thursday Today is the day that some of you will find out that our very own JORDAN, was in a movie and more so he was the VILLAIN!... It has been some time since that movie was released so let's see how sharp Jordan still is!... For most, remembering or even knowing a time before the internet isn't doable, so how about we slow it down and take a trip down nostalgia lane and for those who never experienced a time before the internet, today you are going to learn! Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 8:32 - Check In 9:52 - Daily Bread (Cheese What Day?) 19:39 - Jordan Starred In A Move?! 31:03 - Life Before The Internet - Nostalgia Lane 37:49 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Writing Community Chat Show is back! This week, we were joined by the brilliant Linda Wilgus, author of the enchanting debut novel, The Sea Child.Ranked #3 in the UK's top writing podcasts for 2025, we pride ourselves on bringing you the stories behind the stories. Linda's journey is one of incredible persistence, from writing during two-hour nap times to securing a “Big Five” publishing deal and a coveted starred review from Publishers Weekly.Whether you're a fan of atmospheric historical fiction or an aspiring author looking for the “secret sauce” to publishing success, this episode is a goldmine.Watch or Listen to the Full Interview on this article!The Story of The Sea Child.Set against the rugged, windswept cliffs of 1800s Cornwall during the Napoleonic Wars, The Sea Child follows Isabel, a widow who returns to the village where she was found as a child—dripping wet, alone, and unable to speak.The locals believe she is the daughter of a seboka (a Cornish sea spirit), but Isabel's life takes a swashbuckling turn when a wounded smuggling captain named Jack is carried into her cottage. It's a tale of high-stakes adventure, folklore, and a romance that feels as timeless as the ocean itself. BUY IT HERE.The Journey: 21 Years in the Making.One of the most inspiring parts of Linda's story is her path to publication. After putting her writing on hold for 21 years to raise three children and move around the world for her husband's Navy career, she finally reclaimed her creative spark.She didn't start with a masterpiece; she started with persistence. The Sea Child was actually her fourth adult novel. Her “overnight success” was built on a foundation of daily habits and a refusal to throw in the towel after previous rejections.
The Daily Quiz - Entertainment, Society and Culture Today's Questions: Question 1: Which actor has starred in films including Inception and The Revenant? Question 2: Name the movie that matches the following plot summary: 'A blacksmith teams up with an eccentric pirate to save his love.' Question 3: What is the plot of the movie Finding Nemo? Question 4: Which actor played the role of Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Question 5: What is the plot of the movie Alien? Question 6: Which actor plays the role of Heimdall in the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Question 7: Which actor has starred in films including Star Wars and Blade Runner? Question 8: What is the plot of the movie Raiders of the Lost Ark? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Day 2 recap in San Francisco. Pro bowl reaction and how good did the Cowboys' players do? OLB coach hired by Dallas. Cooper Flagg drops 36 points in a loss to the Celtics. James Harden traded to the Cavs.
In this episode of Hip Hop What Ifs, we explore one of the most intriguing "almost" moments in cinematic history: the possibility of DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince (Will Smith) taking the lead roles in the 1990 classic House Party. We pull back the curtain on the unexpected legal battle that started it all, involving a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by New Line Cinema over the duo's hit song "A Nightmare on My Street". As part of a potential settlement to offset the lawsuit, the studio offered the pair several film scripts, with House Party being one of the primary options on the table. The discussion dives deep into why the duo ultimately passed on the project, including DJ Jazzy Jeff's hesitation regarding the film's heavy focus on dancing. We also examine the creative vision of director Reginald Hudlin, who originally developed the story as his college thesis at Harvard, inspired by the vibe of Luther Vandross's "Bad Boy Tonight". You will learn how the search for a "black hip hop group" led Hudlin to Kid 'n Play after witnessing their massive fan reception in New York, a move that would define the culture of the early 90s. Finally, we analyze the "Butterfly Effect" of this casting choice. We compare the popularity of Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince against Kid 'n Play in the late 80s, debating whether the film would have reached the same heights without the specific chemistry and iconic dance moves of the legendary duo. We also touch on the supporting cast that rounded out the masterpiece, including the introduction of a young Martin Lawrence, the bullying presence of Full Force, and the comedic brilliance of Robin Harris and John Witherspoon. Email the show at hiphopwhatif@gmail.com Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542 Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1 IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y
While host Ellin Bessner is on vacation, we're bringing you an episode from the archives of our show. This episode originally aired 06/20/2022. For the past 20 years, Ari Sitnik has taken small acting gigs on the side in Toronto. But nothing compared to two weeks ago, when he got a call to show up at the Royal York Hotel for the top-secret filming of Drake's new music video, “Falling Back”. The video shows a lavish wedding featuring Drake getting married to 23 Instagram models. Sitnik, as the officiant, appears right at the beginning, clad in his ultra-Orthodox outfit, asking the betrothed if they will act "according to our values and traditions." He then pronounces them "man and wives." Today on The CJN Daily, you'll meet the real Sitnik, the father of four who works as a computer specialist, who doesn't call himself "Rabbi Sitnik," who was born in Brazil before moving to Canada—and who isn't too worried about Jews criticizing his portrayal of our religion for what is currently the most popular (and controversial) music video on the internet. Related links Watch the video for " Falling Back " Watch Sitnik in the " Slammin for Shabbos " video Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner ( @ebessner ) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Andrea Varsany (producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer) Music: Bret Higgins Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to North Star (Not sure how? Click here )
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#pubquiz #podcast #trivia #quiz #generalknowledge #questions #bartrivia #answers #weeklyquiz #weeklytrivia #questionsandanswersHello Quizheads!Welcome to Takeaway Trivia, your weekly pub quiz in a podcast.Four rounds ofbar trivia in the comfort of your own home. No queuing for a your beer, no sticky tables and no one heckling the answers. Play the quiz however you like. Get your gang together and play like a true quiz night or entertain yourself while you're trying to survive 30 days while being the Running Man.This week's rounds:>0:55: General Knowledge>4:16: Shout outs>5:40: Trivia Trail>10:42: Clued Up>15:35: The End of the Quiz QuizCONTACT TAT> Facebook> Bluesky> Ko-fi We make every effort to check that the trivia presented in each episode is correct and up to date at the time of publishing however, the contents of this podcast are presented for entertainment purposes only. Takeaway Trivia cannot be held responsible for any errors. Please get in touch if you think we've got it wrong to win the ultimate pedant's prize - a shout out in the Correction Section!Takeaway Trivia is available wherever you download podcasts including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible. It's also available on YoutubeNew episode every Monday!Music:"There It Is" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License:http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Carpe Diem" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0License:http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Easy Lemon" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License:http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Life of Riley" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0
The Daily Quiz - Entertainment, Society and Culture Today's Questions: Question 1: Which actress has starred in films including Batman and L.A. Confidential? Question 2: Which Wild West legend was born Henry McCarty? Question 3: What is Friedrich Nietzsche's term for a person who has risen above their passions? Question 4: Which city was Axel Foley a cop in before moving to Beverly Hills? Question 5: In which year was Citizen Kane released? Question 6: What popular sitcom made its first appearance in 1951 and ran until 1957? Question 7: In which 1970's films does Dustin Hoffman play the character ' Babe Levy'? Question 8: Which of the following describes Mencius? Question 9: Which of these quotes is from the film 'The Wizard of Oz'? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The union that represents tens of thousands of entertainers has a new president. AP correspondent Donna Warder has more.
Marcus and Corey What You Know 'Bout That trivia game for Thursday, September 11th, 2025.
Special guest Louie Mantia joins the show to talk about Liquid Glass, the various OS 26 updates, and the worrisome state of Apple's UI design overall. Also: sandwiches.
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How important are starred reviews to the life of your children's book? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Samantha Cotterill explain what they are and whether or not you need them to succeed. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.
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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on the death of actor Richard Chamberlain.
Some may say your Purpose is something you find, but what if it is something you grow into? In today's episode, I sat down with Nimai Delgado, former engineer turned trailblazing vegan bodybuilder, to explore his personal evolution of purpose, authenticity, and self-discovery. Nimai shares how trusting his excitement (even when it made zero logical sense) led him to a path of fulfillment beyond what he could have imagined.We dive deep into how fear holds us back from personal growth, the power of reshaping limiting beliefs, and why surrendering to life's unexpected twists is key to manifestation. If you're considering a career shift, deepening your self-awareness, or stepping into your next level of self development, this episode is here to remind you that your journey is unfolding exactly as it should.===Nimai Delgado:Vegan bodybuilder defying protein myths since day one. Former mechanical engineer who swapped machines for muscles. Starred in The Game Changers—yes, that vegan doc your uncle won't stop debating.CEO of Vedge Nutrition, fitness coach, and part-time philosopher on the Law of Attraction and progressive overload. Manifesting PRs, but also lifting heavy just in case.https://www.instagram.com/nimai_delgado/ https://www.mindful-athletix.com/ ===If you're a hi gh-achieving woman ready to step into your purpose, align with your gifts, and find clarity, the Flourish with Purpose Membership is for you! Whether you're an entrepreneur, coach, or leader, this membership offers tools, resources, and support to help you overcome limiting beliefs, build deep confidence, and create a life that feels aligned and fulfilling. Join a community of like-minded women and start flourishing in every area of your life. Learn more here: www.amandavsevilla.com/Subscribe to My Newsletter: https://amandavsevilla.substack.com/ Connect with me for daily inspiration to live your purpose on on my socials:Instagram.com/flourishwithpurposepodcast/ Instagram.com/amandavsevilla/ Tiktok.com/@amandavsevilla/ Youtube.com/@amandavsevilla FREE Resources: https://bit.ly/FWPfreeresources By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Amanda Sevilla, or used by Amanda Sevilla with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the host Amanda Sevilla, which may be requested by contacting flourishwithpurposepodcast@gmail.com.This podcast is for educational purposes only. The Flourish with Purpose Podcast host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein.
Cherry, baby! We are here with two-time Tony-winner and three-time Emmy-winner Cherry Jones. You Might Know Her From The Handmaid's Tale, 24, Transparent, Succession, The West Wing, The Village, The Eyes of Tammy Faye, and her numerous theatre credits including The Heiress, Doubt, Mrs. Warren's Profession, and The Glass Menagerie. Cherry talked to us about playing the real life Eileen Myles on Transparent, grounding the violence on 24, whether or not she'll appear in the final season of The Handmaid's Tale, and she shares with us an actor's secret: her “moment before” from the Broadway production of Doubt. Plus, we got the scoop on going toe to toe with Brian Cox on Succession, whether or not she'd ever play Madame/Mama Rose in Gypsy, and trailblazing as a queer person in entertainment when she won her Tonys. This one was just a total treat! Patreon: www.patreon.com/youmightknowherfrom Follow us on social media: @youmightknowherfrom || @damianbellino || @rodemanne Discussed this episode: Was Sarah Schulman's novel People in Trouble ripped off for Rent? Michael Greif directed Jonathan Larson's original production of Rent Gypsy Rose Lee's autobiography, Gypsy: A Memoir: June Havoc's 2 memoirs: Early Havoc and More Havoc Arthur Laurents' memoir: Original Story By: Gypsy movie with Rosalind Russell (1962) + Bette Midler tv Gypsy (1993) Our Sunset Boulevard review on Patreon Book about original production of Sunset Boulevard We are digging into the source material for our: YEAR OF Rent | Gypsy | Sunset Boulevard | Chicago The play is called Chicago Bette's Emmy performance of “Rose's Turn” in stirrup pants Spongebob creator Hillenburg sold rights to Nickelodeon and when he died they made a musical and lots of spin-offs Tick Tick Boom introduced Anne to Raul Esparza “Boho Days” 5 Days at Memorial (Apple TV) Nan Pierce on Succession was the bus and truck Katherine Graham After doing Doubt on Broadway, she went on national tour with the show Dennis Haysbert was first President on 24 and then it was Cherry as Allison Taylor Had been doing rep at ART for 10 years when she opened as Catherine in the 1995 revival of The Heiress directed by Gerry Guitierrez Cherry saw Tyne Daly and Angela Lansbury's Gypsy Angela was a tall woman Jane Greenwood was costume designer for The Heiress and the Colleen Dewhurst's A Moon for the Misbegotten Has Colleen's student id card from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts hanging on her wall Played Ma Joad at the National Theatre in London last summer (will not transfer) Jessica Chastain A Doll's House got the phone stuff out of the way at pre-show Testament of Mary with Fiona Shaw Jessica Hecht was so good in Summer of 1976 and Eureka Day Cherry loves J. Smith Cameron in anything M Night Shyamalan's Signs and The Village Former guest of the show Celia Weston told us M Night's camp was fun but didn't inform the work Starred opposite Mel Gibson in the Jodie Foster's film, The Beaver Twelfth Night with Diane Lane (directed by Andrei Serban) Lifetime lesbian movie with Brooke Shields, What Makes a Family (2001) We interviewed Veronica Cartwright who was in The Children's Hour Played Eleanor Roosevelt opposite Hilary Swank's Amelia Eearhart in Amelia Tina Howe and Jack O'Brien's Pride's Crossing is the thing Cherry wants us to see Played Matt Damon's mom in Ocean's 12 even though she is 14 years younger than him MOVIES CHERRY IS NOT IN: Cold Mountain and A League of Their Own (aka Avita Vayonne) Does the audiobooks for Little House on the Prairie books Claire Danes reads audiobook of The Handmaid's Tale Essentially played Eileen Myles in Transparent Was NOT in the O'Malley with Mickey Rooney Was never ASKED to be on The L Word We talked to Barrie Kreinik about Eva La Gallienne and Laurette Taylor but said it was RUMORED, no receipts Character in Noel Coward's Hay Fever based on Laurette Taylor Timothee Chalamet's speech at the 2025 SAG Awards “They Like Me” is actually “YOU LIKE ME” “It Came True”
In this spontaneous and exciting episode, LDG dives into the performance of both teams in Thursday's SheBelieves Cup tie, showcasing some fantastic standout players from the US team. With a focus on this amazing squad, LDG explores the match tactics and Hayes' roster selections. (Spoiler alert: Yohannes and Macario are not just future stars; they're already shining brightly as key players!) LDG shares his thoughts on nominees he believes deserve a call-up to this competition, and much more!) Be sure to tune in for our next episode, where LDG will delve into the narratives surrounding the NWSL exodus. I think you're really going to love it, so follow the show to ensure you don't miss out on the lively discussion!We'd love to hear from you in our social media comments! Share your favorite episode with us and don't forget to tag your friends! Thank you for listening, and remember to follow us wherever you enjoy your podcasts. You can find us on Instagram at @the_womens_soccer_podcast and Bluesky@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social. Plus, if you're enjoying the show, drop us a 5-star review and spread the word to all your friends!
Our new book... STORY QUESTIONS: How To Unlock Your Story One Question At A Time https://payhip.com/b/ZTvq9 Adam is a Jewish-American born in Abington, Pennsylvania who grew up in Bucks County, PA. At age twelve his family relocated to Roseburg, Oregon; a new and unfamiliar small town. As the middle child of three, Adam realized he had to stand out to gain any measure of attention, if he wanted his rightful place at the dinner table. His antics started purely as a way to amuse his family, but quickly blossomed into a desire to entertain a bigger audience. This desire, however, was abated by a nearly crippling case of stage fright that lasted until he joined his high school's drama program as a teenager. Through his teacher and classmates' encouragement, Adam gradually let go and confronted his fear. It seemed to work. After receiving much local acclaim in his first year on stage, his high school named the A-Ward Award after him and it is still given annually to the most outstanding newcomer. It was because of this success Ward pursued his love of film as an undergrad at Hawaii Pacific University where he graduated with a Communications Degree. After graduating from college, Ward made his way to Hollywood! During his first day in town, he used his charm to land a position in post production at Dreamworks. From there, he segued to a gig working for Todd Phillips at Warner Brothers. But pursuing a career made him temporarily lose sight of his dream (dream of what?) It wasn't until Ward bumped into Jimmy Smits at LAX that he was convinced to go back and study acting again. At Smits' recommendation, he began studying at the Joanne Baron DW School of Acting during which he found time to star in eleven short films. The following year ward was a lead in three independent features. But it wasn't until the year 2011 Ward, took his destiny in his own hands and wrote, directed and starred in a tv comedy called, "Three Guys and a Couch" (On Amazon Prime). In 2013 wrote Directed and Starred in "Parole Officers" another tv pilot. (On Amazon Prime). Later in 2014 Ward co-wrote a feature film called, "Wally Got Wasted". MORE VIDEOS WITH ADAM WILLIAM WARD https://bit.ly/2kB1CEF CONNECT WITH ADAM WILLIAM WARD https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3652101 https://www.instagram.com/adamwilliamward https://linktr.ee/adamwilliamward MORE FILM COURAGE FULL INTERVIEWS Quitting A Hollywood Job To Make Movies - https://youtu.be/n4ZMl6_hiNo 10 Things I Wish Someone Told Me Before I Became A Filmmaker - https://youtu.be/1L1EotDa7PY How I Turned A Proof Of Concept Short Film Into A Feature - https://youtu.be/44Ef6XtYdl8 SUPPORT FILM COURAGE BY BECOMING A MEMBER https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join SUPPORT FILM COURAGE BY BECOMING A PATRON https://www.patreon.com/filmcourage (Affiliates) ►BOOKS WE RECOMMEND: THE NUTSHELL TECHNIQUE: Crack the Secret of Successful Screenwriting https://amzn.to/2X3Vx5F THE STORY SOLUTION: 23 Actions All Great Heroes Must Take http://amzn.to/2gYsuMf SAVE THE CAT! The Last Book on Screenwriting You'll Ever Need https://amzn.to/3dNg2HQ THE ANATOMY OF STORY: 22 Steps To Becoming A Master Storyteller http://amzn.to/2h6W3va THE ART OF DRAMATIC WRITING - Lajos Egri https://amzn.to/3jh3b5f ►WE USE THIS CAMERA (B&H) – https://buff.ly/3rWqrra ►WE USE THIS SOUND RECORDER (AMAZON) – http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9 Stuff we use: LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq AUDIO Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - https://amzn.to/3WEuz0k *These are affiliate links, by using them you can help support this channel.
AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on the death of Tony Award-winning actor Linda Lavin.
The Daily Quiz - Entertainment, Society and Culture Today's Questions: Question 1: Which acress has starred in both A Beautiful Mind and Requiem for a Dream? Question 2: Which of these quotes is from the film 'Finding Nemo'? Question 3: What Italian philosopher and writer was known for his deviousness, having a scheming personality trait named after him? Question 4: Who played the role of Luke Skywalker in Star Wars? Question 5: Which of these quotes is from the film 'Little Caesar'? Question 6: Which director directed Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith? Question 7: What is the plot of the movie A Clockwork Orange? Question 8: In Polynesia , what are the two times it's most customary to place a lei around a someone's neck? Question 9: What does the word 'nueve' mean in Spanish? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 381: I will discuss Actor Tony Todd who starred in The 1992 movie Candyman. He passed away recently. Also, I will read off a menu from The Chances R Restaurants in Chicago.
Executive Producer Ryan Heller takes us behind the scenes of A Real Pain and his collaboration with writer, director, and star Jesse Eisenberg. Described as both a captivating mix of oddball road movie and a personal story for Eisenberg, Ryan notes that this film's path to creation was clear thanks to its experienced team and casting choices. With only 25 days to shoot, the dynamic pairing of co-star Kieran Culkin and Eisenberg ignited the story with their combined lifetime acting experience and creative spark. Premiering at the Sundance Film Festival, Heller reveals how they knew within an hour of the screening that this film would be a great success. Get your tickets to A Real Pain, in theaters November 1st! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9a-10a Sarah shares a list of what celebs did Horror Movies before they were famous and Vinnie tells us whether "hangry" is a real thing. Plus, a Candy Quiz to wrap up the day.
Our beloved Hallmark is in hot water with a new lawsuit due to ageism. Ina Garten has a new book out and claims that the reason Martha and her aren't friends anymore is because she moved to Connecticut. Martha sees it differently. Kim Kardashian supports Paris Hilton at Paris' show in Los Angeles. Kim also shows her support of the Menendez brothers and how she thinks they've served enough time and should be released. The former Abercrombie & Fitch Pig, I mean CEO, was arrested last week on charges of human sex trafficking. Kelsey Ballerini released a new album and has announced an arena tour in the US. Beyonce has launched another fragrance and I need it desperately. Mr. Beast's knockoff Lunchables company is not doing well after customers complain that their food is moldy. Jennifer Lawrence is expecting baby #2 with her husband. And last but not least, one of my favorite comfort shows, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is returning to TV on November 19th. Thanks for listening!
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Ken Page holds a special place among the pantheon of entertainers who have both hailed from St. Louis and who've chosen to call the city home. Page died Monday at the age of 70. We hear Page's hit roles including in “Cats” and “The Wiz,” and as the voice of Oogie Boogie in “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” We also listen back to Page when he was a guest on this show in 2019, after receiving the Arts and Education Council's Lifetime Achievement Award. The Muny's Mike Isaacson also shares his memories. Page performed in more than 45 Muny productions.
SHOW NOTES Episode 030 • September 16, 2024 FIRST STRAIN News ‘n' Notes: • Florida State band War Chant controversy https://www.si.com/college-football/florida-state-band-why-war-chant-no-longer-played-third-downs https://www.tomahawknation.com/florida-state-football-fsu-seminoles-college-cfb-acc-norvell-team-roster-schedule-game/2024/9/5/24236816/edm-marching-chiefs-issue-statement-third-down-warchant-music-stadium-changes-petition-fans-band-dj • High School Band fan-greeting salute controversy https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/louisville/2024/09/03/ohio-louisville-high-school-marching-band-alters-greeting-fans-stark-county-fair-nazi-salute/75054198007/ SECOND STRAIN, TRIO, DOGFIGHT, CODA Topic: George N. Parks, on the 14th anniversary of his passing en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_N._Parks www.dci.org/news/eyes-with-pride-mourning-the-loss-of-umass-band-leader-george-n-parks https://artsedresearch.typepad.com/blog/2010/09/george-n-parks-1953-2010-a-life-in-context.html UMass Marching Band “Let's Groove” audio courtesy of Michael LeClerc FOLLOW US! BandWagon RSS feed: feed.podbean.com/heyband/feed.xml BandWagon website: heyband.podbean.com BandWagon on Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555170345309 BandWagon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhammerton1 Rob ("HammertonMedia") on Facebook: facebook.com/HammertonMedia Rob on X/Twitter: twitter.com/DrRob8487 SUBSCRIBE TO BANDWAGON! https://www.podbean.com/site/podcatcher/index/blog/eg706GUVzixV SEND US YOUR FEEDBACK! Email: heybandwagon@yahoo.com Voicemail: speakpipe.com/HeyBandWagon
Baywatch's Brande Roderick starred & directed her new movie 'Wineville' -What 'Wineville' is about-The 70's feel to her new movie, the eyeshadow and clothes -Brande is a working mom, "don't forget chauffeur! Driving around 13 & 14 years olds to every single football practice & game! It's a lot!"-Working with Ryan Reynolds To subscribe to The Pete McMurray Show Podcast just click here
242 - Jessica Rains, daughter of Claude Rains Interview starred in Kotch, Sleeper Steven had the great pleasure of interviewing Jessica Rains! She is the daughter of Claude Rains and an actress too. She has been in numerous productions, including Kotch, Stand Up and Be Counted, and Sleeper. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or leave us a message on our Facebook page. Thanks for listening!
Kenan Thompson (Saturday Night Live, Good Burger, Kenan & Kel, All That) is perhaps the most consistently funny TV performer of his generation. He's the longest-running SNL cast member, and is beloved for early roles in Good Burger, D2: The Mighty Ducks, and the TV shows All That and Kenan & Kel. In this conversation from 2023, Kenan joins Guy to talk about his Nickelodeon days, why some of his big breaks have felt like kismet, his awkward SNL audition, impersonating celebrities, and whether – given the chance – he'd consider taking over for SNL creator Lorne Michaels.Links from the show:Kenan & Kel Youtube playlistAll That Funniest Moments compilationKenan's highlights from D2: The Mighty DucksGood Burger - Ed's SauceWhat Up with That? - SNLFamily Feud: Oscar Nominees - SNLKenan's Al Sharpton impressionDarrell Hammond's Bill Clinton impressionPhoto of Kenan's inspiration: headshots lining the SNL hallway For more conversations like this – with guests ranging from Tom Hanks to Bjork to Jason Sudeikis – go to https://www.thegreatcreators.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In the latest episode Jae & Nell are back after a long vacation to discuss a gang of topics this week with special guest Dawn. To skip past the opening music set got to (5:36) The crew opens the pod listening to Jae tell a story of him hiking in Montana. (6:18) Army warrant officer sentenced for selling $2 million in stolen gear. (16:45) President Joe Biden Officially Drops Out Of The 2024 Presidential Race. (23:35) Kamala Harris to run for President. (28:03) Monday October 7 is the last date to register to vote for the November 5th Presidential election. (42:51) The largest IT outage in history last Friday. (44:33) Ex P*** star Jazmine Cashmere is now married. She has Starred in over 100 movies and 25 group films...She claims to have accepted the Lord and has become a new person....Could you marry an adult film star? (52:32) Kash Doll announced that she's single. (1:00:43) Things cheaters say after they get caught????? (1:04:05) The deceased fat lady. (1:15:24) New drink to cut blood alcohol level by half in 30 min. (1:18:07) LSU CB Javier Toviano arrested on charges of recording sexual encounters with partners consent. (1:23:21) Mother reunited with her son…..(1:27:52) and a myriad of other topics and more!!……. Click the link in our Instagram bio @TheJaeAndFriendsPodcast Songs: Everyday Hustle - Future Feat. Metro boomin & Rick Ross (Intro) Too Turnt - Jim Jones Feat. TAYLOR RICARD & Dilla Illa (Intro) Killa Cam - Cam'ron (Intro) Reason - Blxst (Outro) Credits: Created by: J. Williams Executive Producers: J. Williams, A. Williams Associate Producers: J. Williams. D. Hudgins Creative Director: J. Williams Subscribe on YouTube - https://bit.ly/JFPYTSub Follow on the official podcast IG page - https://bit.ly/TheJFPIGpage Jae's Instagram - https://bit.ly/JaeIGpage Nell's Instagram - https://bit.ly/NellIGpage #TheJaeAndFriendPodcast
Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this week's show by talking up the “Jurassic World: Chaos Theory” panel Drew will be hosting at this year's San Diego Comic-Con. They then talk about which animated film franchise is currently the top earner Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: How many people have been to every single Comic-Con since the first event was held in San Diego back in 1970 When did Disney Legend Ken Anderson retire from the Company? Why was Disney forced to make “The Story of Robin Hood” in the UK back in the early 1950s How many days will separate the release of “Toy Story 5” & “Shrek 5” during the Summer of 2026 Where is William Stout's booth located in the San Diego Convention Center? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this week's show by talking up the “Jurassic World: Chaos Theory” panel Drew will be hosting at this year's San Diego Comic-Con. They then talk about which animated film franchise is currently the top earner Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about: How many people have been to every single Comic-Con since the first event was held in San Diego back in 1970 When did Disney Legend Ken Anderson retire from the Company Why was Disney forced to make “The Story of Robin Hood” in the UK back in the early 1950s How many days will separate the release of “Toy Story 5” & “Shrek 5” during the Summer of 2026 Where is William Stout's booth located in the San Diego Convention Center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sean Created, Starred and Sold own TV show ("Storage Hunters") at age 40 without any experience, spent 12 seasons on TV in the US and UK and currently airs in 127 countries. Sean is the founder of DoTheBigDream.com where he coaches people on how they can achieve their big lifelong Dream. He teaches his 15 step formula for achieving any dream and his foundation pillar skills. www.DoTheBigDream.com https://thecharityauctioneer.com/ Ethereal TV: https://etherealtv.net/ Scratch My Noodle: https://etherealtv.net/channel/ScratchMyNoodle Sponsors: BetterHelp: Go to https://betterhelp.com/macolino for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored FLAVIAR! https://flaviar.5d3x.net/JMacPod Buy Jeff a drink - once a month? He'll love you forever and might even like you a little... You choose whether it's a cheap domestic or a fine Canadian whiskey! https://anchor.fm/jeffmacolino/support https://venmo.com/u/Jeffrey-macolino Follow Me!!! https://twitter.com/saintjmac https://www.facebook.com/jeffmacolinopodcast https://www.instagram.com/saintjmac/ https://www.minds.com/saintjmac/ IMDB Page: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt17046562/?ref_=nm_knf_t1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JeffMacolino TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffmacolino Art Credit: Chase Henderson --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffmacolino/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffmacolino/support
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ABOUT ISIAH MAXWELL Isiah Maxwell is a true original with his charm, sex appeal, and chemistry-building skills with his co-stars—the romantic and sensual leading man has been on TV and has starred in over 2900 scenes. He's hands-down the #1 working male porn star and the most-awarded Black male performer. With 10 years in, he's all about longevity and has a stellar reputation and acting skills. Before working in adult, he attended Cal State Northridge. While in school, he applied to be a publicist for an adult agency, and a six-month internship became a full-time agency position, doubling as an agent and publicist while acquiring his bachelor's in journalism. All this led to a 10-year career as one of the most in-demand male talents, working for every major adult studio, branching out to the mainstream, and being crowned a non-exclusive Adult Time Ambassador in 2024. Isiah has scored over 90 esteemed award nominations from XBIZ, XBIZ Creator, AVN, XRCO, NightMoves, AltStar, and Porhub Awards. He's won more than 16 awards, including Male Performer of the Year (three times) from the XRCOs, Male Performer of the Year and Favorite Male Star from the AVN Awards, Best Male Performer from NightMoves, Male Performer of the Year and Hall of Fame inductee from the Urban X Awards, Male Performer of the Year and Best Total Package Male from the Fleshbot Awards, and countless wins for his scene work. 0:00 Kick it off. 1:08 Pre Show Shouters. 3:08 Isiah Maxwell Intro. 4:50 Disputed questions. 6:35 Remember the titans. 12:30 God of war Hike. 15:38 Jdubs Questions. 16:00 Lucky Wreck-it is the best. (I'm gonna wreck it clip) 17:05 Meeting Rodman and 2 Short. 17:55 getting Celeb's in the DM's. 18:55 getting mistaken for a celebrity. 23:52 Isiah's Dream Job. 26:24 Let me tell you about Isiah Maxwell. 28:05 How Isiah got into the industry. 32:30 Learning it was ok to get with industry talent. 34:14 First scene was a 14 guy blowbang scene. 35:15 Do you have to be Gay to make money in porn? 35:59 Getting tested by Directors. 37:13 Does the Crew have Boners? 38:20 Being gay for pay. 40:41 Fluffers are Real. 43:15 Testing is so important. 46:20 Adult Time Brand Ambassador. 49:59 Full access to porn right away. 52:30 Frat boy sex. 58:57 Only the few can really handle the heat. 1:02:15 Isiah's favorite kink. 1:04:28 Being ready to pop on command. 1:05:40 Diet to help you stay in tune with his body. (Irish Sea Moss) 1:06:41 How to harness your goosh in order to film multiple scenes. 1:10:05 Matt Getting caught mooshin his moocher. 1:12:52 Any scene he won't shoot. 1:15:20 The old Orgy alliance. 1:16:19 Favorite companies to work for. 1:22:37 Blackedraw DP with Kazumi. 1:23:12 Mentor that helped Isiah when he first started. 1:24:15 Black performers vs White Performers. 1:25:20 Acting in Cards on the table. 1:26:15 Hitting the Bricks.
On today's show…Will Smith's former assistant drops a bombshell claim! Man's best friend or surviving on man meat? Housekeeping Olympics in Vegas & Much much more! (00:01:24) What's up with Wednesday? (00:02:36) Venus' rings disappearing is about to cause havoc at the Cassidy house… (00:03:31) Big shifts in history