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Fully Booked by Kirkus Reviews
Ep 480: Rosebud Baker

Fully Booked by Kirkus Reviews

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 31:46


On this week's episode, comedian and former SNL writer Rosebud Baker joins us to discuss Fully Baked: A Messy Memoir (Gallery Books, June 9. Kirkus: “A scathingly funny memoir about a late-bloomer's wild ride from debauched youth to motherhood and comedy success.” THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:Queen of the Styx by Buell HollisterDiamonds and Roses, Vipers and Toads by Clark Thomas Carlton See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Three Ravens Podcast
The Ratcatcher, The True History of Little Golden Hood, and The Three Dwarfs

The Three Ravens Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 60:06


Today, for our 50th Lang Fairy Tales episode, it's time for another triple - and this trio of stories are ones most people might already know.The Ratcatcher is a fairly straight take on the Pied Piper of Hamelin, albeit with a Transylvanian Twist.The True History of Little Golden Hood marks the Lang's second attempt at Red Riding Hood - and it's pretty great!The Three Dwarfs meanwhile starts promisingly, though then becomes Toads and Diamonds, and for no good reason...We dig into each after the fact and discuss their strengths, weaknesses, and seeming subtexts. And hooray for grandmas who are also witches and not evil!We really hope you enjoy the stories and our chat about them, and will speak to you again on Saturday for our Buckinghamshire-themed Three Ravens Live Show, recorded last weekend at Chiltern Open Air Museum!If you are unfamiliar with the Lang Fairy Tales, these seminal collections were assembled between 1889 and 1913 by a married couple, folklorists and translators Nora and Andrew Lang, with most of the work done to compile them completed by Nora, also known as Leonora Blanche Alleyne.Assembled and published in 12 colour-coded "Fairy Books," the corpus the Langs put together included 798 fairy tales from across cultures, many of which had never before been translated into English.They were amongst the most influential books of their time, changing the course of children's literature - although they're hardly just for children, and often deal with quite challenging concepts.Today, purchasing a complete set of the Lang Fairy Books in good condition costs over £4,000 ($5,000+).Thankfully, the collections are all out of copyright, meaning that we can now tell these stories, in podcast form, many for the first time, and share them with a global audience, for free.Our plan is to release the stories between main series of Three Ravens, performing them straight (though with plenty of silly voices) letting the tales speak for themselves in all their madcap, sharp-edged, often quite bizarre glory.The only edits we have made are to amend some culturally-insensitive epithets, which typically pertain to ethnicity, with any such edits made by Eleanor Conlon.Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?REGISTER FOR THE TALES OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND TOURVisit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh's Frogs Podcast
Tiny Titans! All About Malaysian Dwarf Toads - Josh's Frogs Podcast Episode 59

Josh's Frogs Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 28:05


This episode explores the rise of captive-bred Malaysian dwarf toads as a pet choice. We talk about the basics and move into practical, keeper-focused information as well as breeding. The episode emphasizes buying captive-bred, working to maintain biosecurity, and more!

The Hearth of Sap Bush Hollow
Croissants & Copulating Toads

The Hearth of Sap Bush Hollow

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 15:57


If we could, Bob and I would continue operating our cafe together forever.  But we're realizing, much as we love the work, that if we don't start transitioning our skills, the cafe will only last as long as our knees and feet will hold up.  If it's going to last forever, it has to stand without us.  And that brings it's own travails to our hearts and minds. I'm Shannon Hayes, and you're listening to Season 7, Episode 7 of The Hearth of Sap Bush Hollow.  Find the transcript of this story over on the blog.  Thanks to Thomas Oxford with Unsplash! for the toad image. Support the show

The OneCast
From Toads to Tactics: Bugs Island Comeback & Santee Cooper Showdown

The OneCast

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 67:25 Transcription Available


The OneCast Crew is diving into event recaps: Fishers of Men (Carr/Kerr/Bugs Island) where the team finished second, Bassmaster Santee Cooper highlights, and the Heavy Hitters event on Orange Lake featuring giant bass. They discuss strategies, bait trends (Coike ball, jig, shaky head), upcoming cleanups and tournaments, and decisions that defined the recent competitions for them. Support those who help to make this possible!   WELCOME WAYMIRE DISTRIBUTION! The latest partner of The OneCast!  Be sure to reach out to Waymire for all of your boat trailer needs.  Contact them at 1-800-434-4824! Hobie Eyewear! If you are looking for highly affordable and high-quality polarized glasses to keep you safe on the water look no further than Hobie Eyewear!  Use the link to save 15% off your order! Terry Carpenter Licensed NC Realtor at Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston! Terry is available for all your central NC Real Estate, if you are in the market for a home in the Raleigh Area reach out to Terry at carpentert@hpw.com! Deep Dive App!  Download the Deep Dive App today from your phones app store to get the inside track on where to fish, what to throw, weather, wind, water clarity, and so much more!  Deep Dive App helps you catch more fish! OneCast Fishing! Head over to  OneCast Fishing and use the code TheOneCast at checkout to save 10%!  Join the snagless revolution, catch more fish and lose less tackle! Join the conversation and our community where we work to build the culture of anglers helping anglers OneCast at a time head to The OneCast Community on Facebook Head over and follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes videos, studio tours, and sneak peaks of what's coming!  The OneCast on Instagram Help us to continue to grow a culture of Anglers helping Anglers OneCast at a time! If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and is thinking about harming themselves, reach out  (912)270-3726 (800)273-8255 Support these great organizations who are helping those who help keep us safe and free to talk about fishing! Special Operations Bass Anglers Take a Warrior Fishing Inc. FX3 Inc Heroes' Harvest For His Glory Outdoors Hosts Social Media Pete on Instagram Trey on Instagram

The ThawedCast: Conversations About Animation
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The ThawedCast: Conversations About Animation

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 68:51


The Super Mario Galaxy Movie picks up where The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) left off. Mario and Luigi are now heroes who traverse through magical sewer pipes to different realms, including the Mushroom Kingdom, home of the Toads and Princess Peach. The Mushroom Kingdom is threatened by the son of the defeated Bowser, and our heroes take to the stars to battle the tech-savvy Bowser Jr. Follow The ThawedCast: Conversations About Animation: twitter.com/thawedcast and instagram.com/thawedcast. instagram.com/samara_mitchell9, instagram.com/philipehlke. Visit thawedcast.com

Mouthing Off
All Sudsed Up with Soapy Toads

Mouthing Off

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 55:01


We chat with the Soapy Toads folks about their wonderful, sudsy store located in the Saint Paul skyway. soapytoads.com Soapy Toads on Insta facebook.com/badmouthtc instagram.com/badmouthtc twitter.com/badmouthtc Music credit: MusicbyAden - Mythology by MusicbyAden is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0CC Download: Musicbyaden – Mythology @musicbyaden

Old School Lane
Old School Lane Casual Chats: The Japanese Super Mario Bros. OVA

Old School Lane

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 30:26


Continuing our lookback at the Mario adaptations, Arun and Patricia discuss about the 1986 Japanese original video animated film Super Mario Bros. The Great Mission to Rescue Princess Peach!  Mario and Luigi are tasked of rescuing Princess Peach from King Koopa after he kidnaps her wishing to marry her. Mario and Luigi must gather three objects to free the Toads from their imprisonment and use it to save Princess Peach before the full moon appears. The film was only released in Japan and released on VHS and Betamax. It wasn't until 2016 when a YouTuber named Carnivol acquired an 16mm reel of the film. Years later, both Carnivol, Femboy Films, and Kineko Video worked on a 4K restoration with English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Russian subtitles for more people to view it. What were Arun and Patricia's thoughts of this obscure Mario OVA?

Designer Cornbread Podcast
182- Slither Hither

Designer Cornbread Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 57:10


Snakes and Toads... what a podcast!

The OneCast
OneCast: From Toads to Tournament Wins — Harris Chain Deep Dive with Josh Watkins

The OneCast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 69:16 Transcription Available


On this episode of the OneCast, the crew and repeat guest Josh Watkins break down Harris Chain stop #1 — practice notes, bait choices, and what it's like to chase limits under brutal conditions. They also discuss the NPFL's last-minute move to Millwood, how anglers adapt to venue and water-level changes, and practical tournament strategies. Alongside fishing talk there are updates from partners, tournament and community events, veteran outreach and charity work, and a candid conversation about transitioning from military service into competitive fishing. Support those who help to make this possible!   Hobie Eyewear! If you are looking for highly affordable and high-quality polarized glasses to keep you safe on the water look no further than Hobie Eyewear!  Use the link to save 15% off your order! Terry Carpenter Licensed NC Realtor at Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston! Terry is available for all your central NC Real Estate, if you are in the market for a home in the Raleigh Area reach out to Terry at carpentert@hpw.com! Deep Dive App!  Download the Deep Dive App today from your phones app store to get the inside track on where to fish, what to throw, weather, wind, water clarity, and so much more!  Deep Dive App helps you catch more fish! Carolina Waters!  Check out Carolina Waters for all your performance fishing gear, casual t shirts, and headwear.  Use the code TheOneCast and Save 20% off your order. OneCast Fishing! Head over to  OneCast Fishing and use the code TheOneCast at checkout to save 10%!  Join the snagless revolution, catch more fish and lose less tackle! Join the conversation and our community where we work to build the culture of anglers helping anglers OneCast at a time head to The OneCast Community on Facebook Head over and follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes videos, studio tours, and sneak peaks of what's coming!  The OneCast on Instagram Help us to continue to grow a culture of Anglers helping Anglers OneCast at a time! If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and is thinking about harming themselves, reach out  (912)270-3726 (800)273-8255 Support these great organizations who are helping those who help keep us safe and free to talk about fishing! Special Operations Bass Anglers Take a Warrior Fishing Inc. FX3 Inc Heroes' Harvest For His Glory Outdoors Hosts Social Media Pete on Instagram Trey on Instagram

Ken Steele's Podcast Worldwide
Episode 1711: Is It Just Me (Lo-Fi Chill/House)

Ken Steele's Podcast Worldwide

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 73:06


Is It Just Me is a lo-fi chill/house music podcast. Please give this a listen; you might like it. Please enjoy. Artist names and song titles are in the order they were played... DIGITAL TOURIST-BLACK SKY, LOUKEMAN-WINZZZ, BLIMP & GLEEZY-KEEP THE PARTY MOVING, AURA & BRUNO FROM IBIZA-TILL THE MORNING, LAURENCE GUY-YOU MIGHT BE CLOSER THAN YOU THINK, FRITS WENTINK-FROG, TOADS, & NEWTS, NOIR MOTIF-TOPANGA, VEEN-ALL ME, DJ CINEMA-JUST ME, PALMATE-WHILE TRUE, JACOPO SB-SIXTOY, LAMANT-VOYAGE, AL94-GIFT, KCIK-28, JACOPO SB-REVOLVING DOOR, PIJUS-LAY LOW, H.LLS & TOMMY SAINT-I DON'T WANNA. End. Thanks for listening to Ken Steele Music.

The Offline Gamer
Episode 112- From Food Trucks to Board Games – AireCon 2026 Review

The Offline Gamer

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2026 80:27


In this episode of The Offline Gamer, Matt and Karen are joined by Jay from Bucket List Board Gamers to share their full AireCon 2026 experience. From venue layout and food trucks to security quirks and standout meals, the trio dive into everything that made the weekend memorable.They explore the new Yokocho indie area spotlighting small creators, discuss demos and discoveries including War of the Toads, Cinder, and Carta Imperia, and highlight games they picked up like Guildlands. Along the way, they reflect on the importance of supporting indie designers, the evolving convention experience, and the joy of tabletop gaming communities.Expect plenty of laughs, honest impressions, and a surprising amount of food talk in this laid-back convention wrap-up.

Scotland Outdoors
White Hens, Bere Barley and Migrating Toads

Scotland Outdoors

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 83:59


Mark meets Gordon Whiteford at his farm in Buckie and finds out why white eggs are making a comeback.Bere barley is an ancient crop once grown all over the country, but today it's mostly found in the Highlands and Islands. Scientists are now exploring whether it could thrive more widely again and if different varieties suit different areas. Rachel speaks with Tim George, Director of the International Barley Hub at the James Hutton Institute, to find out more.Mark visits the Castle Gallery in Inverness to speak to artist Jonathan Shearer about his current exhibition ‘A Life with Trees' which features a collection of works that reflect Jonathan's long-standing connection to the natural world.Mark and Rachel are joined by Keli Tomlin to discuss the Seasonal Wheel of the Year and the joy of Spring. Every spring, toads migrate to their breeding ponds, often crossing busy roads along the way. Volunteers and park rangers from Historic Environment Scotland, head out early each morning to help them stay safe. Ranger, Matt McCabe and Rachel are on the look out for any toads on the move at Holyrood Park, Edinburgh. Marcus Cordock chats to head miller Ali Harcus of Barony Mill, the last working watermill in Orkney and the only place on Earth still grinding bere.Dan Snowdon from RSPB Scotland and Rachel take a walk around the Lochwinnoch Reserve to enjoy the sounds and sights of Spring. In this week's podcast excerpt, Helen Needham meets artist Ilana Halperin in Newlands Park, Glasgow and hears all about a very special volcano.

Ham Radio 2.0
E1709: TOADs Digital Interface Boards for ALLSTAR, FT8, APRS, Winlink, and MORE!

Ham Radio 2.0

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 73:00 Transcription Available


Check out the board here - https://temporarilyoffline.com/HAMRADIO2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Stories From Women Who Walk
60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday: Pearls, Toads and Speech

Stories From Women Who Walk

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 2:56


Hello to you listening in Grants Pass, Oregon! Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga. Once upon a time there was a young girl who lived with her wicked stepmother and wicked stepsister. One day the girl went to the well to fetch water. While there an old crone asked her for a drink of the cold water she was drawing up from the well. The girl gave her a drink and as a reward for her kindness the crone said, “Each time you speak pearls, jewels and roses will fall from your lips.” Seeing this magic the wicked stepmother sent the wicked stepsister to the well to claim her own reward. At the well a beautiful princess asks for water; but the wicked stepsister says, “Draw your own water! I'm not your servant.” “Ah,” said the princess, “That is unfortunate. From this day forward scorpions, lizards and toads will fall from your lips when you speak.” Click HERE to learn more  Story Prompt: What if we could see our words even before we spoke them? How might we practice kindness and loving speech? Write that story and share it out loud!  You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together.  AND!  Stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, check out the Communication Services, email me to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.  If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

Cold Brew Got Me Like
Episode 217: The Toad's Eyes Shone With Unusual Brilliancy

Cold Brew Got Me Like

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 120:26


Cable channel 217! ALSO: Drunk men contacting the clergy about mysterious frogs. PLUS: Evil parking companies doing community "outrerach," and a song of the week from Eric Bachmann!!!Eric Bachmann - "From All Ways": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nh4_WVSOIs8&list=RDnh4_WVSOIs8&start_radio=1Cold Brew Patreon: Patreon.com/ChrisCroftonChannel Nonfiction: ChannelNonfiction.com

Unraveling ...a knitting podcast
Episode 267 - A Busy Day For Toads

Unraveling ...a knitting podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 85:49


In Episode 267, Greg and Pam discuss science, nerdy/technical questions, and the horrors of Daylight Saving Time. Many thanks to migritos Margaret for the episode introduction! We would love to have YOU record an introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages or on our website here. Check out our group on Facebook! We would love to have you join us there. GIVEAWAY: Check out our MONTHLY giveaway just because our listeners are AWESOME! You can enter the monthly giveaway using this Google Form. SUPPORT THE SHOW KnitPicks & Crochet.com We are KnitPicks and Crochet.com (owned by KnitPicks) Affiliates! This means if you are going to shop at KnitPicks or Crochet.com, and start by clicking their names, the Unraveling Podcast will get a small commission at no extra cost to you! It's an easy way to support the podcast passively. (Note: links to specific yarns or products will appear like https://shrsl.com/3xzh0 or https://tidd.ly/4mGsyws. These are correct and are custom links to track our account. They are safe!) Patreon You can financially support Unraveling…a knitting podcast on Patreon! Monthly membership levels are available at Swatch ($1), Shawl ($3), and Sweater ($6) and come with rewards like early access to book club episodes, access to a quarterly Zoom call, discounts on all Knitting Daddy patterns, and holiday cards. Everything available via Patreon is extra, the show remains unchanged and free. Financial support through NOTES Greg's Projects Greg finished socks using the Fish Lips Kiss Heel pattern and String Theory Colorworks yarn in the Dark Matter colorway. Greg is about to cast on some fingerless mitts using yarn from Leading Men Fiber Arts. Greg 3D-printed some pompom buttons: Pom Pom Button and PomPom Button / Holder for Beanie / Hat. Greg opened new sock yarn from String Theory Colorworks for his next pair of socks. Pam's Projects Pam is working a pair of Fish Lips Kiss Heel Socks. She is using String Theory Colorworks yarn in the displacement base and the colorway Black Body Radiation. Pam worked on a thermal stitch crochet potholder using KnitPicks Dishie. She uses these wooden rings in 35mm. Pam uses the pattern/recipe from My Crochet Space. The written directions can be found here and the Youtube tutorial can be found here. Pam finished several Melt the Ice Hat Mini Pin by Kathy Pereira de Almeida. She used Patons Kroy Socks Fx in Geranium Colors. Pam started the Cloud Iridescence blanket by Kathyrn Bernard. She is using KnitPicks Mighty Stitchin fingering weight and several colors of mohair/alpaca silk yarns. Pam worked on the Winding Road Scarf by Tetiana Otruta. She using yarn from Knitting Notions. Miscellaneous Pam shared a New York Times article about chimps loving crystals. Pam shared the names of two books she has enjoyed: Red Rising by Pierce Brown and All The Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. Pam attended Faithful Resistance: A Public Witness for Immigrant Justice in Washington, DC. Pam and Greg are planning to attend Carolina FiberFest March 13-14 and will have a meetup on the morning of Saturday, March 14 at 8am at Lucky Tree coffee shop in Raleigh. Some of our Denver area listeners are meeting to knit monthly. If you are in the area and want to join in, reach out to martaschmarta. Greg can also be found talking about knitting and playing Dungeons & Dragons at Crits and Knits. Affiliate Link Disclosure We are a KnitPicks Affiliate! This means that if you click on a KnitPicks link or Crochet.com, or the banner ad and make a purchase, we will receive a commission at no extra cost to you. This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Amazon and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own. Find us all over the Internet Patreon: Unraveling…a knitting podcast Subscribe in iTunes: The Unraveling Podcast Podcast RSS Feed: Unraveling Podcast Facebook: Unraveling Podcast Instagram: @UnravelingPodcast Ravelry Group: Unraveling Podcast Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog. Pam is pammaher on Ravelry  and @pammaher on Instagram

How We Seeez It!
Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 1 episode 1 thru 6

How We Seeez It!

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 106:50


How We Seeez It! Episode 322, Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 1, Episodes 1 thru 6 “In every generation there is a Chosen One. She alone will stand against the vampires, the demons, and the forces of darkness. She is the Slayer.” – Rupert Giles. Flipping the tropes on their head is what this series does. It takes the idea that started in the movie and gives it a much bigger stage. Sarah Michelle Gellar takes on the key role along with her team of Slayer-ets, bringing us seven seasons of the Buffy Verse. We will cover all seven seasons, about six episodes at a time. So, join us for the first discussion of our thoughts, and don't forget about our cocktails for this episode. There should be some good ones. As always, mix a drink, have a listen, and let us know what you think. Or let us know if there is something you watched that we might enjoy, or a can't-miss series. Also, please rate and review the show on all your favorite podcast apps. Drinks for the episode. "Rain of Toads" 2 oz Paul John Unpeated Single Malt ¾ oz fresh lemon juice ½ oz honey syrup ¼ oz génépy 1 dash Angostura bitters 1 dash salt & pepper bitters “Nerf Herder” 2 oz Deep Eddy Ruby Red Grapefruit Vodka 2 oz Pucker Watermelon schnapps  .5 oz Lemon infused Simple Syrup  .5 oz blood Orange bitters Pour over ice in Highball glass and top with Ginger ale Garnish with a dried blood Orange “Red Wine Punch” 4 oz red wine 4 oz cranberry juice Splash of Cointreau “Hellmouth Highball” 2 oz Buffalo Trace bourbon .5 oz fresh lime juice Canada Dry ginger ale (to top) Lime wedge (garnish) Beer 21st Amendment's Hell or High Twilight   Show links: https://hwsi.podbean.com/e/buffy-the-vampire-slayer-season-1-episode-1-thru-6/  HWSI LinkTree HWSI Facebook Link HWSI Instagram Link HWSI Youtube link !! You can also email the Podcast at the.HWSI.podcast@gmail.com

Python Bytes
#467 Toads in my AI

Python Bytes

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 31:52 Transcription Available


Topics covered in this episode: GreyNoise IP Check tprof: a targeting profiler TOAD is out Extras Joke Watch on YouTube About the show Sponsored by us! Support our work through: Our courses at Talk Python Training The Complete pytest Course Patreon Supporters Connect with the hosts Michael: @mkennedy@fosstodon.org / @mkennedy.codes (bsky) Brian: @brianokken@fosstodon.org / @brianokken.bsky.social Show: @pythonbytes@fosstodon.org / @pythonbytes.fm (bsky) Join us on YouTube at pythonbytes.fm/live to be part of the audience. Usually Monday at 11am PT. Older video versions available there too. Finally, if you want an artisanal, hand-crafted digest of every week of the show notes in email form? Add your name and email to our friends of the show list, we'll never share it. Michael #1: GreyNoise IP Check GreyNoise watches the internet's background radiation—the constant storm of scanners, bots, and probes hitting every IP address on Earth. Is your computer sending out bot or other bad-actor traffic? What about the myriad of devices and IoT things on your local IP? Heads up: If your IP has recently changed, it might not be you (false positive). Brian #2: tprof: a targeting profiler Adam Johnson Intro blog post: Python: introducing tprof, a targeting profiler Michael #3: TOAD is out Toad is a unified experience for AI in the terminal Front-end for AI tools such as OpenHands, Claude Code, Gemini CLI, and many more. Better TUI experience (e.g. @ for file context uses fuzzy search and dropdowns) Better prompt input (mouse, keyboard, even colored code and markdown blocks) Terminal within terminals (for TUI support) Brian #4: FastAPI adds Contribution Guidelines around AI usage Docs commit: Add contribution instructions about LLM generated code and comments and automated tools for PRs Docs section: Development - Contributing : Automated Code and AI Great inspiration and example of how to deal with this for popular open source projects “If the human effort put in a PR, e.g. writing LLM prompts, is less than the effort we would need to put to review it, please don't submit the PR.” With sections on Closing Automated and AI PRs Human Effort Denial of Service Use Tools Wisely Extras Brian: Apparently Digg is back and there's a Python Community there Why light-weight websites may one day save your life - Marijke LuttekesHome Michael: Blog posts about Talk Python AI Integrations Announcing Talk Python AI Integrations on Talk Python's Blog Blocking AI crawlers might be a bad idea on Michael's Blog Already using the compile flag for faster app startup on the containers: RUN --mount=type=cache,target=/root/.cache uv pip install --compile-bytecode --python /venv/bin/python I think it's speeding startup by about 1s / container. Biggest prompt yet? 72 pages, 11, 000 Joke: A date via From Pat Decker

Be Calm on Ahway Island Bedtime Stories
Ep 996. Tandem Toads: a calming bedtime and nap time story

Be Calm on Ahway Island Bedtime Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 16:36


Tad Toad likes playing in the rain. Tad Toad doesn't. Can they still be best friends?

The Three Ravens Podcast
Series 7 Episode 5: Pembrokeshire

The Three Ravens Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 123:02


This week, the good ship Three Ravens is pulling into port in the south-westerly Welsh county of Pembrokeshire!Populated in days of yore by 'The Demetae' - the Mead Drinkers - Pembrokeshire was, for a time, known as 'Little England Beyond The Border' as once it was claimed by the Normans, it stayed under their control.With a long legacy in naval trade, piracy and smuggling, the county is hardly short of folklore - and its castles also remain standing! Mostly...Along the way we discuss the significance of Preseli Bluestone, avoid the monstrous, water-dwelling Afanc, tell the tale of a sleepy giant who had to intervene when two fish got into a protracted argument, explore some unsettling ghost stories, and plenty else besides, interspersed with some extracts from this Saturday's upcoming interview with Pembrokeshire storyteller Deborah Winter.All of which leads up to Eleanor's story for this week, "The Toads of Nevern" which sees an English curate encountering some sinister enemies of the church.Including ones that hop about, and pay no heed to scripture!We hope that you enjoy the episode, and will speak to you again on Thursday with our new Forgotten Melodies bonus episode all about Witch Songs!The Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kottke Ride Home
Rare Toads That Give Birth to Live Young

Kottke Ride Home

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 12:47


Scientists discover three new rare toads that "Give birth just like us". Three new Species Of Rare Toads That Give Birth To Live Young Like Humans Discovered | IFLScience Museomics and integrative taxonomy reveal three new species of glandular viviparous tree toads (Nectophrynoides) in Tanzania's Eastern Arc Mountains (Anura: Bufonidae) New species of toads that give birth to live young discovered in Tanzania | Natural History Museum Contact the show - coolstuffdailypodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wild Type Podcast
Toads vs frogs & celebrating anniversaries | Episode 103

The Wild Type Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 55:57


This week we're hopping into some amphibian trivia! We test each other with fun (and surprisingly tricky) frog vs. toad facts to see which ones apply to frogs, toads, or both. Then we switch gears as Neptune shows off her new festive nails and we dive into a little relationship talk—should couples celebrate both their dating and wedding anniversaries, and how do we like to celebrate?Get early access to episodes: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-wild-type-podcast/subscribeFollow the podcast: - https://www.instagram.com/thewildtypepodcast/- https://www.tiktok.com/@thewildtypepodcast- Merch: https://the-wild-type-podcast-llc-shop.fourthwall.com/Follow Neptune the Chameleon:- https://www.youtube.com/c/NeptunetheChameleon/- http://instagram.com/neptunethechameleon- https://tiktok.com/@neptunethechameleon- http://facebook.com/neptunethechameleon- https://www.neptunethechameleon.comFollow Lyssa's Lizards:- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmZaN6Q4yOt1j36J0-Ml6LQ- https://www.instagram.com/lyssaslizards- https://www.tiktok.com/@lyssaslizards- https://m.facebook.com/p/Lyssas-Lizards-100064470381677/- https://www.lyssaslizards.comSponsors:- https://www.pangeareptile.com/wildtype- https://scratchbycmtravels.com/- https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/- https://symtonbsf.com/- https://palmstreet.app/- https://reptilekages.com/

Katie K9 on MyTalk
10/26/25 | Hr 2: Licking Toads

Katie K9 on MyTalk

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 41:32


Katie and Dr. Levy help with a lab that started drooling out of nowhere and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Dana & Parks Podcast
BONUS: Licking toads, shucking oysters, saving roller coasters and more

The Dana & Parks Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 31:23


This week, our stories have a bit of a theme. They're all about feeling a rush – from that stomach-dropping sensation you get while riding a roller coaster to the joy of perfectly shucking an oyster to… some more questionable ways to live on the edge. With audio from Scoot and Tommy Tucker from WWL in New Orleans, the Dana & Parks Show from KMBZ in Kansas City and the Dave Glover Show from KMOX in St. Louis.

The Dave Glover Show
BONUS: Licking toads, shucking oysters, saving roller coasters and more

The Dave Glover Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 31:23


This week, our stories have a bit of a theme. They're all about feeling a rush – from that stomach-dropping sensation you get while riding a roller coaster to the joy of perfectly shucking an oyster to… some more questionable ways to live on the edge. With audio from Scoot and Tommy Tucker from WWL in New Orleans, the Dana & Parks Show from KMBZ in Kansas City and the Dave Glover Show from KMOX in St. Louis.

Adam and Jordana
BONUS: Licking toads, shucking oysters, saving roller coasters and more

Adam and Jordana

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 31:23


This week, our stories have a bit of a theme. They're all about feeling a rush – from that stomach-dropping sensation you get while riding a roller coaster to the joy of perfectly shucking an oyster to… some more questionable ways to live on the edge. With audio from Scoot and Tommy Tucker from WWL in New Orleans, the Dana & Parks Show from KMBZ in Kansas City and the Dave Glover Show from KMOX in St. Louis.

The Scoot Show with Scoot
BONUS: Licking toads, shucking oysters, saving roller coasters and more

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 31:23


This week, our stories have a bit of a theme. They're all about feeling a rush – from that stomach-dropping sensation you get while riding a roller coaster to the joy of perfectly shucking an oyster to… some more questionable ways to live on the edge. With audio from Scoot and Tommy Tucker from WWL in New Orleans, the Dana & Parks Show from KMBZ in Kansas City and the Dave Glover Show from KMOX in St. Louis.

Chad Hartman
BONUS: Licking toads, shucking oysters, saving roller coasters and more

Chad Hartman

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 31:23


This week, our stories have a bit of a theme. They're all about feeling a rush – from that stomach-dropping sensation you get while riding a roller coaster to the joy of perfectly shucking an oyster to… some more questionable ways to live on the edge. With audio from Scoot and Tommy Tucker from WWL in New Orleans, the Dana & Parks Show from KMBZ in Kansas City and the Dave Glover Show from KMOX in St. Louis.

Marty Griffin and Wendy Bell
BONUS: Licking toads, shucking oysters, saving roller coasters and more

Marty Griffin and Wendy Bell

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 31:23


This week, our stories have a bit of a theme. They're all about feeling a rush – from that stomach-dropping sensation you get while riding a roller coaster to the joy of perfectly shucking an oyster to… some more questionable ways to live on the edge. With audio from Scoot and Tommy Tucker from WWL in New Orleans, the Dana & Parks Show from KMBZ in Kansas City and the Dave Glover Show from KMOX in St. Louis.

WWL First News with Tommy Tucker
BONUS: Licking toads, shucking oysters, saving roller coasters and more

WWL First News with Tommy Tucker

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 31:23


This week, our stories have a bit of a theme. They're all about feeling a rush – from that stomach-dropping sensation you get while riding a roller coaster to the joy of perfectly shucking an oyster to… some more questionable ways to live on the edge. With audio from Scoot and Tommy Tucker from WWL in New Orleans, the Dana & Parks Show from KMBZ in Kansas City and the Dave Glover Show from KMOX in St. Louis.

Something Offbeat
Licking toads, shucking oysters, saving roller coasters and more

Something Offbeat

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 31:23


This week, our stories have a bit of a theme. They're all about feeling a rush – from that stomach-dropping sensation you get while riding a roller coaster to the joy of perfectly shucking an oyster to… some more questionable ways to live on the edge. With audio from Scoot and Tommy Tucker from WWL in New Orleans, the Dana & Parks Show from KMBZ in Kansas City and the Dave Glover Show from KMOX in St. Louis.

The Scoot Show with Scoot
Licking Toads: That Prince Charming May Be a Hallucination

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 7:41


Scoot talks about people licking toads in Arizona

Holmberg's Morning Sickness
10-20-25 - BR - MON - List Of Events Happened 10 Years Ago This Week - Flight Hit By Possible Space Junk - Following Rain Warning Issued Against Licking Sonoran Toads - Charmin Bringing Back Forever Roll - w/Hitler Debate Reactions

Holmberg's Morning Sickness

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 33:36


10-20-25 - BR - MON - List Of Events Happened 10 Years Ago This Week - Flight Hit By Possible Space Junk - Following Rain Warning Issued Against Licking Sonoran Toads - Charmin Bringing Back Forever Roll - w/Hitler Debate ReactionsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Valley 101
Why are people licking Sonoran Desert toads?

Valley 101

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 17:37


You might've heard screeching outside after the rain this year. Don't fear, it's just the Sonoran Desert Toad. This toad appears during the monsoon season to reproduce. More importantly, this amphibian has a special ability. They're psychedelic! In this week's episode of Valley 101, experts join producer Madison Knutson to explore the danger and importance of this Arizona amphibian. Submit your question⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ about Phoenix! Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Guests: Thomas Jones, Blythe Kelly, Candace Lewis Host: Madison Knutson Producer: Madison Knutson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona
10-20-25 - BR - MON - List Of Events Happened 10 Years Ago This Week - Flight Hit By Possible Space Junk - Following Rain Warning Issued Against Licking Sonoran Toads - Charmin Bringing Back Forever Roll - w/Hitler Debate Reactions

Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 33:36


10-20-25 - BR - MON - List Of Events Happened 10 Years Ago This Week - Flight Hit By Possible Space Junk - Following Rain Warning Issued Against Licking Sonoran Toads - Charmin Bringing Back Forever Roll - w/Hitler Debate ReactionsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kincaid & Dallas
Stop Licking The Toxic Toads!

Kincaid & Dallas

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 4:21


There's been some rain in Arizona, so some rare toads have been coming out. Find out why people are licking them! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mind the Track
Truckee is Lucky | “Mayor Dave” Polivy | E71

Mind the Track

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 116:11


Imagine being the mayor of a mountain town during the height of COVID. For Dave Polivy, owner of Tahoe Mountain Sports, being a COVID mayor became his reality after being elected onto Truckee town council in 2018. For better or worse, Dave's tenure during COVID cemented his nickname in the community as “Mayor Dave”, even though he's no longer mayor. He's also Kurt's doppelganger, giving him another nickname; “Doppelganger Dave”. In Episode 71, we chat with Dave about how he landed in Truckee on September 11, 2001, and his path to business ownership, community building, keeping the ski bum dream alive and eventual mayorship. Dave has appeared on a lot of radio and TV shows, as well as podcasts, but usually he just ends up being a sound bite. But in this near two-hour episode, listeners will get a behind-the-curtain look at what it takes to be an elected official in a mountain town facing growing pains and an identity crisis, all while balancing family, business ownership, and of course, getting outside and putting his mind in the track. 2:30 – Trail Whisperer recaps his 4,200-mile cross-country drive from Boston to Reno.6:00 – Introducing Dave Polivy – former mayor of Truckee and owner of Tahoe Mountain Sports.9:15 – Doing the Rose to Toads mountain bike ride, a fundraiser for TAMBA.12:40 – Dave's September 11, 2001 story.14:20 – Kurt's September 11, 2001 story.16:10 – Tom's September 11, 2001 story.17:30 – Dave arriving in Truckee after driving cross-country from Saratoga Springs, NY.19:14 – Starting Tahoe Mountain Sports in 2003.26:00 – Moving to Truckee from the northeast to be a ski bum.30:50 – Fondest memories of Truckee back in the early 2000s.33:45 – Going from ski bum to politician through working for Sierra Business Council.41:20 – As Truckee mayor, did you ever have to make a decision that went against the wishes of the community?45:05 – Is there such a thing as affordable housing? Is there enough of it in Truckee currently?47:30 – Getting foreclosed on in 2008 while on vacation outside the country.49:00 – A shortage of availability of living wage housing. There's enough housing stock, but they aren't available, so the Lease to Locals program was developed and it's working.1:00:10 – Can Truckee solve its housing issues by emulating the funds the town has raised for recreational trails through ballot measures?1:08:05 – Raising funds for trails through sales tax and giving non-profits money to build them.1:15:07 – How do you promote Truckee as a mountain bike destination when most of the trails are illegal?1:21:13 – What kind of conflict exists between being a business owner and a politician?1:32:20 – Being mayor of Truckee during COVID helped solidify the persona of “Mayor Dave”.1:34:15 – What is your vision for how Truckee will look in 10 years?1:44:00 – Dave and Kurt are doppelgangers – people mistake both of them as the other person.1:50:10 – What does Mind the Track mean to you?

The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg
Toads on the Stool of Truth | Solo

The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2025 79:46


Jonah Goldberg is smacked back to reality from his break abroad with the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey and the beginning symptoms of a cold. Powering his way through cough medicine, he argues against the vindictive nature of the Trump administration, dives into the hagiography of Charlie Kirk on the right, and revisits the debate between Athens vs. Jerusalem from his Remnant episode with historian Allen C. Guelzo. Show Notes:—Andrew McCarthy's piece on the Comey indictment in National Review—Nick Catoggio's Boiling Frogs newsletter on the Comey indictment—Jonah's Remnant with Allen Guelzo—Jonah's Wednesday G-File—Advisory Opinions' episode with Richard Primus The Remnant is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including access to all of Jonah's G-File newsletters—click here. If you'd like to remove all ads from your podcast experience, consider becoming a premium Dispatch member by clicking here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Herpetological Highlights
235 Magnetoad Goes Home

Herpetological Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 34:06


Toads continue to amaze us - this time they are using their sense of the Earth's magnetic field to find their way home. But how important this sense is for cane toads as they travel home from long journeys, and how much are they relying on their sense of smell, was a mystery, until a clever new study tested the toads. Then we briefly touch on how pythons digest bones so successfully. Main Paper References: Fernandez RC, Sotelo MI. 2025. A toad's journey home: towards elucidating the neural and sensory basis of amphibian navigation. Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences 292. DOI: 10.1098/rspb.2025.0525. Shaykevich DA, Pareja-Mejía D, Golde C, Pašukonis A, O'Connell LA. 2025. Neural and sensory basis of homing behaviour in the invasive cane toad, Rhinella marina. Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences 292:20250045. DOI: 10.1098/rspb.2025.0045. Other Mentioned Papers/Studies: Lignot J-H, Pope RK, Secor SM. 2025. Diet-dependent production of calcium- and phosphorus-rich ‘spheroids' along the intestine of Burmese pythons: identification of a new cell type? Journal of Experimental Biology 228:jeb249620. DOI: 10.1242/jeb.249620. Other Links/Mentions: Starr M. 2025.New Cell Discovered in Pythons Allows Them to Completely Digest Bones. Available at https://www.sciencealert.com/new-cell-discovered-in-pythons-allows-them-to-completely-digest-bones (accessed August 25, 2025). Editing and Music: Intro/outro – Treehouse by Ed Nelson Species Bi-week theme – Michael Timothy Other Music – The Passion HiFi, https://www.thepassionhifi.com

Who Smarted?
How many species of Frogs are there?

Who Smarted?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 15:30


How big can Frogs get? How do Frogs catch prey with their tongues? What's the difference between Frogs & Toads? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their subscription! Get official Who Smarted? Merch: tee-shirts, mugs, hoodies and more, at Who Smarted?

The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast
Season 22 Episode 5: Mother of Toads

The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 78:52


Welcome back, Cromrades! We hope you are eagerly anticipating this episode of the big show, where we discuss Clark Ashton Smith's Mother of Toads.    One Things Jon: Tom Scioli's Stan Lee biography "I Am Stan". Josh: The D&D Adventure System board game, "Castle Ravenloft".  Luke: Murder City: Ciudad Juarez and the Global Economy's New Killing Fields  by Charles Bowden.  Check out the upcoming Clark Ashton Smith Conference in Auburn, CA January 10, 2026!  Questions? Comments? Curses? Call us at (859) 429-CROM! Did you know that we're on Facebook? We're posting photos on the Instagrams! Or, check us out on Apple Podcasts! (or your podcast player of choice!) Legal Mumbo-Jumbo Our episode is freely available on archive.org and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Themes by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Outro: 'Bang Bang' by Jessie J, Ariana Grande, and Nikki Minaj. (This is all Josh's fault.) Music obtained legally; we hope our discussion of this content makes you want to go out and purchase the work! 

Katie K9 on MyTalk
8/31/25 | HR 1: Dog is Licking Toads

Katie K9 on MyTalk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 44:42


Katie is LIVE from the State Fair with Holistic vet Jessica Levey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who Smarted?
How many species of Frogs are there?

Who Smarted?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 15:51


How big can Frogs get? How do Frogs catch prey with their tongues? What's the difference between Frogs & Toads? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their subscription! Get official Who Smarted? Merch: tee-shirts, mugs, hoodies and more, at Who Smarted?

Whisper you to Sleep: ASMR
Memory Lane Monday ✨Toads and Diamonds

Whisper you to Sleep: ASMR

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 33:36 Transcription Available


Hello everyone, Todays episode is a French fairy tale by Charles Perrault called 'Toads and Diamonds' Read by LauraIf you enjoy listening to these stories, please do leave an Apple review so we can grow and reach more people. Sweet Dreams. Lucy ❤

The Three Ravens Podcast
'Snow White and Rose Red' and 'Toads and Diamonds'

The Three Ravens Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 21:08


For the final Lang Fairy Tales episode of this 'between series break' we have another double bill for you!We begin with Snow White and Rose Red. And if you thought the recent Disney adaptation missed the mark compared to the original, you need to check out the original and imagine how different and brilliant a film they could have made.Then it's time for another tiddler: Toads and Diamonds, which plays with similar ideas, including models of sisterhood - and this one we would truly love the 'House of Mouse' to have a go at! If you are unfamiliar with the Lang Fairy Tales, these seminal collections were assembled between 1889 and 1913 by a married couple, folklorists and translators Nora and Andrew Lang, with most of the work done to compile them completed by Nora, also known as Leonora Blanche Alleyne.Assembled and published in 12 colour-coded "Fairy Books," the corpus the Langs put together included 798 fairy tales from across cultures, many of which had never before been translated into English.They were amongst the most influential books of their time, changing the course of children's literature - although they're hardly just for children, and often deal with quite challenging concepts.Today, purchasing a complete set of the Lang Fairy Books in good condition costs over £4,000 ($5,000+).Thankfully, the collections are all out of copyright, meaning that we can now tell these stories, in podcast form, many for the first time, and share them with a global audience, for free.Our plan is to release the stories between main series of Three Ravens, performing them straight (though with plenty of silly voices) letting the tales speak for themselves in all their madcap, sharp-edged, often quite bizarre glory.The only edits we have made are to amend some culturally-insensitive epithets, which typically pertain to ethnicity, with any such edits made by Eleanor Conlon.Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastThree Ravens is a myth and folklore podcast hosted by Eleanor Conlon and Martin Vaux.In each Monday episode we explore a historic county, digging into heritage, folklore and traditions, then we tell a new version of a legend from that county. Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays and Saturdays.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Creative Nonfiction Podcast with Brendan O'Meara
Episode 479: Jeff Sharlet and Finding Real Toads in Imaginary Gardens

The Creative Nonfiction Podcast with Brendan O'Meara

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 75:59


"You're an outsider. And as you linger in that space, you start to become an insider ... but you're still an outsider. Don't forget that, even though you know more about it, you're an insider and an outsider," says Jeff Sharlet about when he's reporting on, say, far-right religious groups.OK, we've got Jeff Sharlet, which is pretty stunning when you think about it. I mean, this guy is the author of The Undertow: Scenes from a Slow Civil War, The Family, among other books. He often covers the far right and far-right fundamentalism and what's he's been able to document is scary and often unsettling. We don't dig too much into that, because mainly we just talk about doing this kind of work. It was really a fun and illuminating conversation and I'm pretty stoked.He teaches writing and creative nonfiction at Dartmouth College. That was where I desperately wanted to go to school. I was set to be their starting shortstop, but I couldn't get my goddam SATs above remedial and thus I attended good ol' UMass … back in the late 1990s, if you could funnel a beer in five seconds you got a scholarship #yoloIn this episode, Jeff and I riff about: His key influences Treating your book badly as a way of treating it well Using your outsiderness to your advantage His love of sportswriting, or interest in sportswriting, despite not following sports And real toads in imaginary gardensYou can learn more about Jeff and his work @jeffsharlet on Substack and his newsletter there called Scenes from a Slow Civil War … I admire people like Jeff who are just so damn smart in how they articulate things seemingly on the fly. Meanwhile, ya boi BO sounds about as coherent as a chimpanzee.Order The Front RunnerNewsletter: Rage Against the AlgorithmWelcome to Pitch ClubShow notes: brendanomeara.com

The Other Side of Midnight with Frank Morano
Hour 2: Licked Toads Make for Bitcoin Loads | 07-15-25

The Other Side of Midnight with Frank Morano

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 50:00


Lionel discusses people that are DUI proof, like the caller from the first hour. He moves on to talk to people about taking drugs, Bitcoin and catch basins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Science Friday
How Cannibalistic Tadpoles Could Curb Invasive Cane Toads

Science Friday

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 18:49


South American cane toads were brought to Australia in 1935 to help eradicate native beetles that were destroying sugar cane crops. The toads didn't care much for the beetles, but they did spread across the coast of Queensland and beyond, with no natural predators to stop them. Their own deadly toxin devastated local reptiles along the way, and they now number over 200 million.Invasive biologists have long tried to curb Australia's cane toad population. The newest approach uses CRISPR gene-editing technology to create cannibalistic “Peter Pan” cane toad tadpoles: tadpoles that don't fully mature and instead feast on the tens of thousands of eggs that the toads produce.How was this approach developed, and how do these researchers think about making a potentially massive change to the ecosystem? Biologist Rick Shine, who has led the effort, joins Host Flora Lichtman to discuss it. Later, science journalist Elizabeth Kolbert talks about her experience reporting on similar monumental efforts to control nature—and what they say about us.Guests: Elizabeth Kolbert is a staff writer at The New Yorker and author of Under a White Sky: The Nature of the Future (Crown, 2021). She's based in Williamstown, Massachusetts.Dr. Rick Shine is a professor of biology at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia.Transcript is available on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.