Podcasts about Tanzer

Wanderers, big swords, and snake cults, oh my! Shaun Duke and Trish Matson join forces to talk about sword and sorcery with Oliver Brackenbury and Molly Tanzer. Together, they explore the history of the subgenre, talk about New Edge Sword & Sorcery and its current crowdfunding efforts, Tanzer’s work with Joiry, and much more! Thanks for listening. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: New Edge Sword & Sorcery’s Things: Website Bluesky Backerkit Campaign (support this!!!) Oliver Brackenbury’s Things: Website Bluesky Molly Tanzer’s Things: Website Bluesky Instagram And Side By Side They Wander (get this book!)(Tordotcom) Video versions of our episodes appear on our handy YouTube channel! Sub and watch! Don’t forget to catch our live format every Friday at 7 PM Central on Twitch at AlphabetStreams! If you have a question you'd like us to answer, feel free to shoot us a message on our contact page. Our new intro and outro music comes from Holy Mole. You can support his work at patreon.com/holymole. See you later, navigator!

Tanzer is in the business of escapism – and escape you shall. Join Joss, Wayne and Raena as they chat to Tanzer on JOY Breakfast. The musician/creative director/diva is also a shimmering DJ force, injecting romance and glamour into the most exclusive parties in the world. She's a connoisseur of the ‘deep fried disco' genre and a master of holding a dancefloor – transporting ecstatic crowds to another time and place. The post DJ Tanzer joins Monday Breakfast appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

KTAR education reporter, Shira Tanzer, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about how the ESA program has changed since it became universal. More specifically, Tanzer discusses how the program may have harmed disability students who were using the service.

How can a decline in smoking harm early childhood education? Shira Tanzer, KTAR education solutions reporter, explains how an education program is funded by the state's tobacco tax.

A new ballot measures could let voters decide on ESA's. Shira Tanzer KTAR education solutions reporter, explains what the ballot measure is and how it will impact school choice given to parents.

Many Arizona school districts are at high financial risk, with 18 districts considered at high risk or near high risk. KTAR education solutions reporter Shira Tanzer joined the show to break down exactly what this means and whether your district is affected. 

Why does one valley school district want to return to 5 day school weeks? 

Arizona teachers are quitting classrooms faster than seats can be filled. Salaries are stagnating while expectations go up. When will Arizona teachers get more money?

Send us a textA blog that almost stalled. A book that took shape anyway. And a voice that keeps getting louder. We sit down with Michael, an autistic author from Ontario, to trace how “Michaelism: My POV on Life with Autism” went from idea to self-published reality—and why persistence beat perfection at every turn.Michael opens up about the early days when the word autism felt abstract, while picture-based learning made the world click. That contrast sets the tone for an honest look at communication, school, and the moments that defy low expectations—like a cherished trip to Ottawa and friendships that still carry into his weekly routine. We unpack the power of special interests, from J-pop and K-pop to EDM and dance, and reframe them not as obsessions but as engines for joy, structure, and community. If you're searching for real stories about autism acceptance, sensory choices, and everyday advocacy, this conversation meets you where you are.We also dive into the nuts and bolts of self-publishing with IngramSpark, why Michael chose that path, and how book signings and autism conferences in Toronto helped him connect with readers. He walks through key themes from his book—anxiety, emotions, making friends, money and math, communication, volunteering—and shows how each chapter anchors practical skills in lived experience. Through family support, grief, and growth, Michael models what it looks like to claim identity, wear it proudly, and keep moving forward with compassion.Hit play to meet a writer who leads with heart and clarity. If his mantra—stay strong, never give up—resonates with you, share this episode with someone who needs it. Subscribe for more stories from autistic advocates, leave a review to help others find the show, and tell us: which special interest has shaped your life?Happily Ever After CourseManifest your dreams with Happily Ever After: a cosmic toolkit for real life change.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showSJ CHILDS - SOCIALS & WEBSITE MASTER LIST WEBSITES - Stream-Able Live — https://www.streamable.live-COMING SOON - The SJ Childs Global Network — https://www.sjchilds.org - The SJ Childs Show Podcast Page — https://www.sjchildsshow.com YOUTUBE - The SJ Childs Show — https://www.youtube.com/@sjchildsshow - Louie Lou (Cats Channel) — https://www.youtube.com/@2catslouielou FACEBOOK - Personal Profile — https://www.facebook.com/sara.gullihur.bradford - Business Page — https://www.facebook.com/sjchildsllc - The SJ Childs Global Network — https://www.facebook.com/sjchildsglobalnetwork - The SJ Childs Show — https://www.facebook.com/SJChildsShow INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/sjchildsllc/ TIKTOK - https://www.tiktok.com/@sjchildsllc LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjchilds/ PODCAST PLATFORMS - Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/4qgD3ZMOB2unfPxqacu3cC - Apple Podcasts — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sj-childs-show/id1548143291 CONTACT EMAIL - sjchildsllc@gmail.com

Will some parents take advantage of the Empowerment Scholarship Account? 

The Kyrene School District voted to close six schools at a school board meeting. Shira Tanzer, KTAR education reporter, explains the struggles the district has faced and what's next for these students of the closing schools.

Kyrene closes 6 schools, what now and what are parents saying? We talked to KTAR education reporter Shira Tanzer about the process. 

Shira Tanzer joined Bruce and Gaydos to explain how the closure of two Scottsdale Unified School District elementary schools will impact families.

Arizona Attorney General, Kris Mayes, is suing Tom Horne, Arizona superintendent, over the ESA program. Shira Tanzer, KTAR Education Solutions reporter, dives into the numbers of the program.

ESA scholarships have reached $1 billion. Shira Tanzer, KTAR education reporter, explains the scholarships and how the program works.

Does Arizona’s ESA program cost $1 billion? We talked to KTAR Education reporter Shira Tanzer more on how a nonprofit is clashing with officials over the exact amount.

AI is entering the classrooms. Shira Tanzer, education solutions reporter, joined to explain how some classrooms are using it.

KTAR News education reporter Shira Tanzer reacts to threats against Arizona teachers including a recent one from the Vail School District near Tucson.

The government shutdown enters its 30th day, and there is the real potential that Arizona Head Start centers will close due to the shutdown. Head Start provides childcare for families who fall into poverty categories---providing nutrition, special needs, and family services. KTAR News Education Reporter Shira Tanzer joined Arizona's Morning News to discuss what Head Start provides, and why they might be headed for closure. 

The Head Start childcare program is at risk of losing funding due to the ongoing government shutdown

During a board meeting, the anti-DEI vote was pushed off until December after the State Board of Education disagreed about urgency. KTAR was there and we ask our Education reporter, Shira Tanzer what she saw.

This episode stars M. M. De Voe (A Flash of Darkness, Book & Baby, Pen Parentis). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and De Voe's awesomely bookshelf'd Gotham City home in September 2025.

Shira Tanzer joins Bruce & Gaydos to explain how AI technologies could revolutionize Arizona's public schools.

This episode stars Lee Matthew Goldberg (Miles in Time, The Great Gimmelmans, The Ancestor & many others). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Goldberg's Gotham City home in August 2025.

This episode stars Curtis Smith (Deaf Heaven, Communion, Bad Monkey & many others). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Smith's Keystone State home in July 2025.

In a preview of this week's Pop Pantheon: All Access episode, The Wall Street Journal's Myles Tanzer returns to Pop Pantheon ahead of the 10-year anniversary of Justin Bieber's fourth studio album, Purpose, to unpack the blockbuster record. Louie and Myles touch down on Justin's recent album Swag, discuss Purpose's trio of number one hits, "Love Yourself," "Sorry" and "What Do You Mean?," and talk about Justin's approach to pop stardom over the years.To hear the rest of the this episode plus receive weekly bonus episodes of Pop Pantheon, gain access to our Discord channel and so much more, subscribe to Pop Pantheon: All Access at the Icon Tier. You can also subscribe for the audio only directly in the Apple Podcasts app.Note for iOS users: Subscribe using your desktop or mobile browser, not the iOS Patreon app, for cheaper rates on Pop Pantheon: All Access.

This episode stars Hosho McCreesh (Psalms from the Badlands, Chinese Gucci, A Deep & Gorgeous Thirst & many others). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and McCreesh's New Mexico compund in July 2025.

This episode stars former (and forever) guest Giano Cromley (American Mythology, The Prince of Infinite Space, What We Build Upon the Ruins, The Last Good Halloween). It was recorded live and on a walk along Division Street in Chicago, IL that started and concluded at Rite Liquors in July 2025.

In this episode of Your History Your Story, we dive into a unique and often overlooked side of World War II through a captivating conversation with author Robert B. O'Connor. His historical fiction novel, “Jeep Show: A Trouper at the Battle of the Bulge”, centers on the fictional character Jim Tanzer—a professional dancer/performer who joins the Army and is assigned to Special Services, in a unit known as the “Morale Corps”.Though Tanzer is fictional, the story is rooted in real events and inspired by true accounts of wartime performers, including well-known figures like Mickey Rooney. O'Connor draws on historical research and personal stories to bring authenticity to the novel, blending fact and fiction in a compelling way.During our conversation, Robert shares how the book came to be, the real-life inspirations behind Tanzer's journey and the important role of performance in lifting the spirits of troops near the front lines. If you're interested in World War II history, behind-the-scenes stories of the battlefield or how the heart and dedication of a performer could uplift soldiers in their toughest moments—this episode is for you.Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Robert B. O'ConnorThank you for supporting Your History Your Story!YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Website & Blog: CLICK HERE#yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner #historian #storyteller #blogger To purchase "Jeep Show":Robert B. O'Connor website: ⁠ www.jeepshowbook.comShields and Stripes website: www.shieldsandstripes.org

This episode stars Hannah Pittard (If You Love It, Let You Kill You, We Are Too Many & many others). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Pittard's home in Kentucky in June 2025.

Elliot Jay Tanzer was one of the first astro*carto*graphers Helena first discovered years ago. After reading his books, it was an even bigger joy to meet him and chat with with his delightful self!  In this week's astrocartography interview, we talked about...

KTAR Education Reporter, Shira Tanzer, dove into why childcare is more expensive than in state tuition in her two-part series. She reports how legislatures and advocacy groups are trying to provide better access to early education.

KTAR's Shira Tanzer joined the show to talk about childcare accessibility. Childcare costs as much as in-state college tuition. Access to pre-K programs can greatly benefit children throughout their entire school tenure.

This episode stars Seth Rogoff (The Castle: A Novel, Smashing the Tablets: Radical Retellings of the Hebrew Bible, The Kirschbaum Lectures). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Kafka's (and Rogoff's now) home city of Prague in April 2025.

This episode stars Dr. Stacey Diane Arañez Litam (Patterns That Remain: A Guide to Healing for Asian Children for Immigrants). It was recorded in-person at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown* in April 2025. *Please do ignore the occasional outside noise, unlike the host and guest, there were people actually working the day of the recording.  

KTAR News education reporter Shira Tanzer joined the show to discuss the strategies State Senator Carine Werner is utilizing to keep Arizona healthcare students in the state after they complete their college programs. According to the American Medical Association, more than 40% of premed students who complete residency training leave the state that they trained in.  

KTAR Education Reporter, Shira Tanzer reports how trade schools are gaining popularity. She reports how this trade schools are sometimes a better option than college for students. 

This episode stars Judy and Adam Tanzer, the host's mother and brother respectively. It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and their homes which are located in greater Philadelphia-land in April 2025.

Shira Tanzer, KTAR education reporter, joins the show to talk about the test score gap of Latino students in Arizona. She talks about what is currently being done to help and possible solutions. Her complete story can be found at KTAR.com.

This episode stars Wendy C. Ortiz (Excavation: A Memoir; Hollywood Notebook, and Bruja: A Dreamoir) just as all three of her groundbreaking books have been simultaneously re-released. It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Ortiz' home in the City of Angels in March 2025.

Shira Tanzer takes a closer lookat at the lassing science scores across Arizona. She explains why it might be happening.

Shira Tanzer reports on the Arizona teacher shortage. She provides why there is a shortage and possible solutions.

The Mandarin immersion program at Gavilan Peak School in Anthem is being phased out due to low enrollment, a recurring issue in recent years. The minimum enrollment for an immersion class is 20. However, KTAR Reporter Shira Tanzer, finds that fewer than 10 prospective students are interested in the Mandarin program for the upcoming school year. 

This episode stars David Scott Hay ([NSFW], The Fountain). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Hay's home in the City of Angels in February 2025.

Scottsdale Unified School District is reporting a bus driver shortage. Shira Tanzer reports the pros and cons of possible solutions proposed.

This episode stars Ruben Quesada (Brutal Companion, Jane /La Segua, and more). It was recorded in-person and in the host's South Loop office in February 2025.

This episode stars Kurt Baumeister (Twilight Of The Gods, Pax Americana). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Baumeister's home in greater Philadelphialand in February 2025.

This episode stars Ignatius Valentine Aloysius & David Allen Sullivan (Salt Pruning, Fishhead: Republic of Want, Strong-Armed Angels). It was recorded in-person and in the host's South Loop office in January 2024.

This episode stars Christine Marie Eberle (Finding God Along the Way, Finding God Abiding, Finding God In Ordinary Time). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Eberle's home in greater Philadelphialand in January 2025.

This episode stars Cynthia Weiner (A Gorgeous Excitement). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Weiner's home town of New York City in January 2025.