Podcasts about Wizardry

This week, my brother and I are watching the 1991 animated movie, Wizardry, a Japanese rendition of the computer RPG series from a decade before.  Sometimes the term OVA (original video animation) is used for these often standalone films that were produced for direct VHS/laserdisc/VCD/DVD release.  Sometimes, I think there were earlier series that came prior, and the OVAs had higher budgets and could summarize an entire series in a 1-2 hour movie.  This was a fun conversation about these early animes, which I'd gotten only a bit of exposure to as a kid, playing early role playing games, and more.  Interestingly enough, the Wizardry franchise (originally created by Cornell University students Andrew C. Greenberg and Robert Woodhead) has lived on in Japan, where it is still popular.  Oddly enough, the Ultima series, which is still popular in the US, never became quite as big, though there are some teasers that suggest it could have been in a parallel universe.This is a fun, compact film that follows the plot of the first game, from what I understand (having not played the game myself).  But if you have, when you watch the film (you can watch the whole movie for free on youtube here), you will see a number of odes to the original game (and the person who did the work annotating the video has footnotes explaining the references).  You can find the coffee table books Jeremy referenced in the episode about games history, including the computer role playing game book at Bitmap Books.  A digital copy of The CRPG Book edited by Felipe Pepe is available here.Lastly, if you happen to get this in time, until /16, you can take advantage of the Father's Day sale on my Bandcamp page:25% off anything at joshuablum.bandcamp.comUse the code whoisurdaddy&whatdoeshedo at checkout! Check out Jeremy's work over at Pixel Grotto, CBR.com, and Classic Batman Panels on IG. If you are of the DnD persuasion, his articles on DnD Beyond may be right up your alley, and you can view his entire portfolio here.  You can also check out his latest book, where he is a co-author: Pathfinder Adventure Path: No Breath to Cry as well as the ecology and exploration TTRPG with Three Sail Studios, Mappa Mundi, which is now out.  Thanks, Jeremy, for coming on the show!  ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞Once Upon a Dream, the second Thirteenth Hour soundtrack, is now out in digital form!   It is out on most major streaming services such as Bandcamp, Spotify, and YouTube Music.  (If you have no preference, I recommend Bandcamp since there is a bonus track there and you will eventually be able to find tapes, CDs, and special editions of the album there as well.)-Check out the pixelart music videos that are out so far from the album:-->Logan's Sunrise Workout: www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7SM1RgsLiM-->Forward: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9VgILr1TDc-->Nightsky Stargazing: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2S0p3jKRTBo-->Aurora's Rainy Day Mix: https://youtu.be/zwqPmypBysk∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ Signup for the mailing list for a free special edition podcast, a demo copy of The Thirteenth Hour, and access to retro 80s soundtrack!Like what you see or hear? Consider supporting the show over at Thirteenth Hour Arts on Patreon or adding to my virtual tip jar over at Ko-fi. Join the Thirteenth Hour Arts Group over on Facebook, a growing community of creative people.Have this podcast conveniently delivered to you each week on Spotify,  iTunes, Stitcher, Player FM, Tunein, and Googleplay Music.Website: https://13thhr.wordpress.comBook trailer: http://bit.ly/1VhJhXYInterested in reading and reviewing The Thirteenth Hour for a free book?  Just email me at writejoshuablum@gmail.com for more details!

On this episode of The Insurance Dudes, hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman sit down with BJ Hill, owner of Summit Insurance in Loveland, Colorado. BJ shares his remarkable journey from college basketball coach to building one of the top insurance agencies in the country, now writing over $18 million in premium. From his early days as a “juco” coach and experiencing a steep learning curve buying his first $3 million agency, to overcoming challenges like passing industry exams and developing his leadership style, BJ gets candid about the grind, the setbacks, and the drive required to scale a business.Tune in as BJ reveals the secrets to coaching and developing a winning insurance team, the importance of culture and accountability, and the lessons he's learned from both sports and entrepreneurship. His unique perspective shows how building champions—on the court or in the agency—always comes down to grit, self-awareness, and relentless improvement. Plus, you'll hear some wild agency stories, tactics for onboarding and motivating staff, and BJ's best advice for fellow agency owners who want to scale up. Get ready for an inspiring, actionable conversation, packed with real-world insights for insurance pros and business leaders alike!Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today's guest is none other than Dave Williams, a dynamic entrepreneur with a fascinating journey from overcoming personal and professional challenges to building a multi-million dollar insurance agency. Dave shares his insights on the importance of mastering your craft from the ground up, the power of cultivating a positive company culture, and the transformative effects of focusing on health and well-being. We dive deep into his process of scaling an insurance business through effective sales funnels, innovative hiring practices, and maintaining a strong growth mindset.Whether you're an agency owner or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiration to fuel your path to success. So, get ready as we hit the ground running with Recruit King Dave Williams, only on The Insurance Dudes!Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, hosts Jason Feldman and Craig Pretzinger sit down with industry powerhouse Peter Fournier to uncover the secrets behind building a thriving, recession-proof insurance agency. Peter shares his journey from flipping Pokémon cards as a kid to carving out his niche in mortgage protection within the insurance world. He dishes out hard-earned lessons on money management, the critical importance of process, and how mastering referrals transformed his business. You'll get candid stories from the field, tips on holding yourself accountable, and actionable advice for new and seasoned agents alike.Whether you're looking to break free from the grind of cold leads or level up your agency sales game, there's a ton of wisdom packed into this lively and insightful conversation. So grab your notepad, and let's dive in!Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Welcome to this episode of The Insurance Dudes, where hosts Jason and Craig sit down for a high-energy, no-holds-barred conversation with the dynamic David Carothers.David shares his unconventional journey from a college baseball player and retail worker living off macaroni and cheese to running a powerhouse commercial insurance agency in Tampa. In this episode, you'll hear how David's unique hiring process—bringing in producers from outside the insurance industry—and his out-of-the-box, yet structured approach have set his agency apart. He talks candidly about building a resilient culture, the importance of self-belief, and getting creative within the strict confines of insurance regulations. With plenty of laughs, practical advice, and raw insights, David lays out exactly what it takes to thrive in this business, even when the odds—and your bank account—are stacked against you.Whether you're new to insurance or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with the energy and wisdom you need to go out and get it.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

On this episode of The Insurance Dudes, Jason and Craig sit down with David Kelly, the author who literally wrote the book on incentive compensation management and the founder of insuretech startup BobTrack. David shares his unconventional journey into the insurance industry—starting as a complete outsider who's never sold a policy but knows how to turn tangled insurance data into actionable insights. We delve into the legacy technology challenges facing carriers and agencies, from mainframes that are older than most agents to the complexities of integrating new software.David reveals how his solutions help agencies not only forecast and reconcile commissions, but also gain a clearer picture of their book of business by integrating with existing agency management systems. The conversation also peels back the curtain on why incentive comp is such a headache for insurers, and how better data tracking can uncover missing commissions and streamline agency finances.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Welcome to another exciting episode of "The Insurance Dudes," where hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman are on a mission to help you escape the constraints of your insurance agency with the secrets to creating a predictable and profitable sales machine. In this episode titled "Audio Make Leads Paid For Put Your Thimble On Front Of Funnel," we have a fascinating guest, Jay Bregman, who takes us on his entrepreneurial journey in the insurance industry.Throughout the episode, Jay offers invaluable insights for insurance agents and entrepreneurs alike, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and endurance in an ever-evolving industry. He highlights the advantages of embracing new technologies early on to stay ahead of the curve and maximize opportunities. Don't miss this engaging conversation packed with practical advice on how you can leverage insurtech innovations to transform your own agency. Grab your notepads, and let's dive into the world of insurance with the always inspiring Jay Bregman!Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Welcome to another exciting episode of "The Insurance Dudes," where hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman are on a mission to help you escape the constraints of your insurance agency with the secrets to creating a predictable and profitable sales machine. In this episode titled "Audio Make Leads Paid For Put Your Thimble On Front Of Funnel," we have a fascinating guest, Jay Bregman, who takes us on his entrepreneurial journey in the insurance industry.Jay shares how his passion for drone piloting unexpectedly led him to identify a gap in the market—drone pilots struggling to secure insurance for their gigs. This revelation sparked the creation of Thimble, a company dedicated to simplifying the world of small business insurance. Jay delves into the nuances of building his team and the challenges of sticking to a disciplined business model as they expanded from insuring drone pilots to servicing a myriad of small business professionals with a modern approach.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes Podcast! Today, we have a special guest, Brian Ahearn. With his extensive experience in the insurance industry and expertise in the psychology of persuasion, Brian shares invaluable insights that can help transform your agency operations and enhance your sales skills. From the importance of building genuine relationships to leveraging principles of psychology in everyday interactions, Brian offers a wealth of knowledge that is sure to elevate your professional game.Whether you're a seasoned agent or new to the industry, you won't want to miss this enlightening conversation packed with tips and strategies to create a more predictable and profitable agency. Tune in for this engaging discussion that dives deep into understanding human behavior, client interactions, and the art of persuasive selling.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

In this episode of The Insurance Dudes, hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feldman sit down with Wild Bill Rice to explore the ins and outs of lead generation within the insurance industry. As a seasoned professional in marketing and lead generation, Bill Rice offers valuable insights into understanding the unique challenges and opportunities tied to insurance leads. They delve into effective strategies for engaging potential clients, the importance of nurturing leads, and the role of persistence and adaptability in today's market.Whether you're a new agent looking to build your book of business or a seasoned pro seeking fresh perspectives, this episode is packed with actionable advice that can help you elevate your sales game. Join us as we discover the secrets to transforming leads into loyal customers, and learn how insurance agents can harness the power of effective marketing techniques to drive success in their agencies.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

In this exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes, join hosts Craig and Jason as they bring in the dynamic Jas Takhar live from his own studio. Known for his high-energy approach, Jas promises to match and potentially exceed the enthusiastic vibes. Dive into a lively conversation filled with rapid-fire questions and insightful discussions on content creation, real estate sales, and the impact of personal branding in business. Jas shares his journey from being labeled a little narcissistic to becoming a prolific content creator and successful real estate agent. Learn how building a personal media squad transformed his business and why staying true to your passion is key in any industry.Whether you're an insurance agent or a budding entrepreneur, this episode brims with actionable advice and motivational insights to revitalize your career and inspire your entrepreneurial spirit. Tune in and get ready for some high-energy exchanges and valuable takeaways from The Insurance Dudes and their engaging guest, Jas Takhar!Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

In this episode of The Insurance Dudes, join hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason as they dive into an insightful conversation with Sales Coach and Speaker, Rob Liano. Growing up as the youngest of four boys with a father who transitioned from engineering to excelling in vacuum sales, Rob learned early on about the power of sales and determination. From his beginnings as a rock drummer to becoming a renowned sales trainer, Rob shares his journey of overcoming financial hardships and rediscovering the potential of sales as a career path.Discover the importance of customer-centric sales approaches, the necessity of continuous learning, and embracing technology to enhance business practices. This episode is filled with valuable lessons for sales professionals and entrepreneurs alike, making it a must-listen for those looking to elevate their sales strategies in 2021 and beyond.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

In this episode of The Insurance Dudes, hosts Craig and Jason sit down with Patrick Albrecht, President of Associated Insurance Administrators (AIA), to discuss the evolution of commercial insurance marketing and sales. Patrick shares his journey from Air Force engineer to insurance executive, offering valuable insights into the wholesale insurance business.Learn about effective niches in commercial insurance, including healthcare, municipalities, and forestry products. Patrick discusses how the insurance industry has transformed from door-to-door sales to modern data-driven approaches, while emphasizing that relationships remain key to success.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Did you ever wish there was a real School of Wizardry except for fish? You're in luck! In today's episode, "Marine Science Magnet High School," the crew gets educated with Eric Litvinoff from the Marine Science Magnet High School. Connecticut has excellent magnet schools which are paid for by tax dollars and allow for equal opportunity attendance for anyone in the state. MSMHS is one of those schools and it focuses on all things aquaculture. Not only do they have a very impressive program but they also are affecting legislative change and even making money for the school by growing captive bred fish and corals and providing them to hobbyists and distributors! The students often pick the species they want to grow and culture which means they have a much more vested interest in their animals. Come join us for a fun filled adventure through the molding of young scientific minds! Be sure to check out their Instagram to see all of the latest amazing things the school is up to, including some gorgeous photos of coral!This podcast is brought to you by the sergeant major. This fish earned its name for its vertical stripes much like the military commanders who earned their stripes on the battlefield.  Surprisingly the sergeant major is a type of damselfish, but at 22 cm in length, they are hardly little helpless things. Being a sergeant major isn't an impressive feat. They …are …everywhere. From the Northeastern United States to South America and from Portugal to Western Africa, there are few places in the Atlantic that aren't infested with these abundant fish. Cheers to you, sergeant major. We at Gettin Fishy salute you.Thanks for listening to Gettin' Fishy With It! You can find our new website at ⁠⁠www.gettinfishywithit.com⁠⁠. You can find us on Bluesky at ⁠⁠@gettinfishypod.bsky.social⁠⁠ and on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @gettingfishypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can also find us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to drop us an email, you can send your complaints (or questions!) to gettingfishypod@gmail.com.Our theme music is “Best Time” by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FASSOUNDS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Our audio is edited by Amber Park Chiodini. Amber has her own podcast all about movies, called⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ So What Happens Next?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We very much appreciate you taking the time to listen to our fifty-third episode! Please help out the podcast by subscribing on your podcast platform of choice. If you could leave us a review, that would be super helpful!If you would like to support the show, you can sign up as a paid member on our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or you can ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Thanks and we'll “sea” you again in two weeks!

Welcome back to My Sister's TBR! We're here with our mid-month catch-up, chatting about the May releases that have caught our eye, sharing the bookish news we've sleuthed out, and diving into what books we're currently reading.Think of this as our virtual coffee date where we talk about all our favorite things…books, duh!So pour yourself a cup of coffee, get comfy, and let's catch up!Release Radar: What We're Eyeing This Month* The Retirement Plan by Sue Hincenbergs is a Mystery Thriller with a healthy dose of Humor and Life Insurance Policies.Release: May 6, 2025After their husbands' disastrous investment obliterates their retirement dreams, three long-time friends, Pam, Nancy, and Shalisa, find themselves trapped in dreary marriages until the sudden death of their friend Marlene's husband, coupled with a large life insurance payout and a fresh start in Florida, sparks a dangerous idea. Discovering their own husbands have similar hefty policies, the women contemplate hiring a hitman, unaware that their spouses are hatching their own secret retirement plan, leading to a tense and humorous game of cat and mouse with potentially deadly consequences, all while exploring the complexities of marriage, friendship, and navigating middle age.* The Tenant by Freida McFadden is a mystery thriller story of revenge, privilege, and secrets turned sour.Release: May 6, 2025Desperate after losing his job and facing foreclosure on his new brownstone, Blake Porter rents a room to the seemingly perfect Whitney, only to find his life unraveling with strange occurrences, judgmental neighbors, a persistent stench, and unsettling noises. As Blake begins to suspect Whitney, he fears someone knows his deepest secrets, realizing too late that the danger lies within his own home and he's walked straight into a carefully laid trap.* Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry is her debut Romantasy, perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros.Release: May 6, 2025In a world where monstrous gods demand mortal subservience, a princess who has always lived under the thumb of divine will and her father's commands finds her carefully prescribed life upended the day a legendary monster hunter arrives and a prince disrupts her fate. Suddenly bound by an ancient treaty to a future she never envisioned and a husband she barely knows, she must traverse perilous lands with a warrior who loathes her. As everyone attempts to mold her into a queen, a spy, or a sacrifice, she begins to question her destined role, wondering if there is strength in being underestimated and daring to consider forging her own path.* The Devils by Joe Abercrombie is the first in a dark fantasy horror series. Release: May 6, 2025Summoned to the Sacred City expecting praise, Brother Diaz is instead tasked with a brutal mission, leading a congregation of murderers, magic users, and monsters who must employ bloody tactics to achieve holy goals against encroaching elves and selfish princes. Facing a perilous journey, Brother Diaz finds a grim advantage in having these unlikely allies, the devils, on his side.* Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood is number two in the Not in Love romance series.Release: May 27, 2025Twenty-three-year-old Maya Killgore finds herself intensely drawn to her brother's best friend, the successful thirty-eight-year-old Conor Harkness, despite the glaring age gap and power imbalance he constantly points out, insisting she move on after he made it clear he wants her out of his life. However, when Maya's brother's wedding lands them together in a romantic Sicilian villa, the forced proximity amidst beautiful scenery and delicious food leads Maya to suspect Conor is concealing something, and as the wedding chaos unfolds, she contemplates a problematic summer fling with him.* The Love Haters by Katherine Center is a contemporary romance novel.Release: May 20, 2025Facing imminent job loss, Katie Vaughn, who has a history of romantic disappointment and a secret inability to swim, reluctantly agrees to a career-defining job profiling Coast Guard rescue swimmer Tom "Hutch" Hutcheson in Key West at the urging of his estranged brother and her coworker, Cole. Arriving in paradise, Katie's professional deception intertwines with a complicated attraction to the undeniably handsome but seemingly love-averse Hutch, as she navigates a web of lies involving swim lessons, daring flights, lively locals, unexpected events, and stolen moments, all while confronting her fears and the potential for genuine bravery.The Bookish GrapevineHere's the bookish news we discussed in this episode:* Audible is introducing AI technology for narrating audiobooks. Their aim is to increase the number of audiobooks and languages offered, but at what cost? We speculate that audiobooks will be lower quality and will marginalize human talent.* We discuss Michael B Jordan producing the Fourth Wing adaptation and what he had previously produced.* Murderbot Series Adaptation: Martha Wells' popular science fiction series, “The Murderbot Diaries” is being adapted into an Apple TV+ show, starring Alexander Skarsgard as Muderbot, it is set to premiere on May 16th, 2025* Colleen Hoover's Regretting You has wrapped filming. Starring Allison Williams, McKenna Grace, Dave Franco, and Scott Eastwood. It is scheduled to be released in theaters on October 24, 2025* Alex Aster's Summer in the City is being made into a movie by New Line Cinema! The same studio behind The Notebook, LOTR movies, Sex and the City, etc etc. Alex will also be an executive producer.* Sarah J. Maas leaving hints for what ACOTAR 6 will be. Will May 21st be the special day that we get some actual news?What's On Our NightstandsHere's what we're currently reading:* Dead Med by Freida McFadden (Reb)Medical school wasn't the pink stethoscope dream Heather McKinley envisioned, filled instead with relentless work and the grim nickname "Dead Med" due to a history of student overdoses, something Heather never imagined herself considering until a breakup and failing grades push her to her breaking point. The night before a crucial anatomy final, the tragic reality of Dead Med intensifies when gunshots echo through the halls, claiming the lives of Heather's classmates in quick succession, plunging her into a terrifying and unfolding crisis.* Bloody, Slutty, and Pathetic by WhatMurdah (Stace)As part of a controversial Reconciliation Act, war heroine Hermione Granger is forced to marry the Azkaban-tattooed war criminal Draco Malfoy, resulting in public animosity that masks Draco's secret longing for a genuine marriage with the equally traumatized Hermione, whose cursed scar from Bellatrix's attack flares up due to the Black family magic surrounding her, hindering any possibility of trust or forgiveness. However, when Hermione discovers Draco's blood can soothe her scar, a dangerous proposition arises where Draco is willing to trade his blood for her body amidst a backdrop of post-war blood purity politics, illicit potion dealings, Pansy Parkinson's career guidance, Malfoy family manipulations, Neville Longbottom's Death Eater hunts, a slutty Theo Nott serving as Draco's right-hand man, and Crookshanks loose in Malfoy Manor.* The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas (Reb)Desperate to maintain her fabricated story of an American boyfriend for her sister's upcoming wedding in Spain, Catalina Martín faces the daunting task of finding someone willing to travel across the Atlantic and deceive her entire family, including her ex and his fiancée, within a mere four weeks. Her unlikely savior appears in the form of her tall, handsome, yet condescending colleague, Aaron Blackford, whom she initially finds utterly irritating but reluctantly accepts as her best option, slowly discovering that his real-world persona might be far more appealing than his insufferable office demeanor.* Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas (Stace) A book in the Throne of Glass Series* Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez (Stace)Samantha's initial infatuation with the seemingly perfect veterinarian Xavier Rush, whose god-like looks are only momentarily tarnished by his occasional foot-in-mouth disease, blossoms into an unforgettable date, only to be abruptly curtailed by Samantha's family crisis, forcing her to ask Xavier to let her go and cherish their night as a singular, perfect memory. However, the undeniable connection they forged proves too powerful to forget, suggesting that perhaps building a life and love together could surpass even their perfect, fleeting moment.* The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager (Stace)Seeking refuge from bad press, recently widowed actress Casey Fletcher retreats to her family's Vermont lake house and becomes engrossed in observing the seemingly perfect lives of her wealthy and glamorous neighbors across the lake, Tom and Katherine Royce. After saving Katherine from drowning, Casey befriends her, only to discover cracks beneath the surface of their marriage. When Katherine suddenly disappears, Casey's voyeuristic pastime transforms into an obsessive quest to uncover the truth, revealing unsettling secrets and a shocking reality far removed from the idyllic facade she initially witnessed, in a tale of guilt, obsession, and deceptive appearances.* Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling (Both)Ever since Harry Potter had come home for the summer, the Dursleys had been so mean and hideous that all Harry wanted was to get back to the Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry. But just as he's packing his bags, Harry receives a warning from a strange impish creature who says that if Harry returns to Hogwarts, disaster will strike.And strike it does. For in Harry's second year at Hogwarts, fresh torments and horrors arise, including an outrageously stuck-up new professor and a spirit who haunts the girls' bathroom. But then the real trouble begins – someone is turning Hogwarts students to stone. Could it be Draco Malfoy, a more poisonous rival than ever? Could it possibly be Hagrid, whose mysterious past is finally told? Or could it be the one everyone at Hogwarts most suspects… Harry Potter himself!Our featured read for this month is Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Our end-of-month episode will be split into two. The first episode will be our recap of books read, and we'll release the second episode the same day, which will be our deep dive on Chamber of Secrets. We'll be talking about the characters, the differences between the book and the movies, what we loved, and what we didn't love.Don't forget to rate and subscribe to our podcast on whatever platform you're using, and pop over to our Instagram @mysisterstbr.Thanks for tuning in! Get full access to My Sister's TBR at www.mysisterstbr.com/subscribe

Are we doomed for recession as many economists are lamenting? Or are we truly on the cusp of America’s “golden age”? Mati Greenspan is one of our go-to guys for a things relating to global economies, politics and tokenization. Today we welcome him back to share the true state of Israel, why Milton Friedman was right about economics and how Trump is emulating Friedman’s principles to make America great again. After almost eight years of doing this show, are we entering a golden age as well? We’ll find out today on episode #776 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. FULL SHOW NOTES: badco.in/776 SUBSCRIBE, RATE, & REVIEW: iTunes: http://badco.in/itunesSpotify: http://badco.in/spotifyStitcher: http://badco.in/stitcherGoogle Play: http://badco.in/playSoundcloud: http://badco.in/soundcloudYouTube: http://badco.in/youtube FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: @BadCryptoPod - @TheNiftyShow - @JoelComm - @TeeDubyaFacebook: /BadCrypto - /JoelComm - /teedubyawLinkedIn: /in/joelcomm - /in/teedubyaInstagram: @BadCryptoPodcast DISCLAIMER: Do your own due diligence and research. Neither Joel Comm, Zach Comm nor Travis Wright are FINANCIAL ADVISORS. We are sharing our journey with you as we learn more about this crazy little thing called cryptocurrency. We make NO RECOMMENDATIONS. Don't take anything we say as gospel. Do not come to our homes with pitchforks because you lost money by listening to us. We only share with you what we are learning and what we are investing it. We will never "pump or dump" any cryptocurrencies. Take what we say with a grain of salt. You must research this stuff on your own! Just know that we will always strive for RADICAL TRANSPARENCY with any show associations.Support the show: https://badcryptopodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back with a guitar heavy episode! Wizardry from Gabor Szabo, Djelimady Tounkara, Donna Grantis, & Syran Mbenza. New music from Kuunatic, the Billy Hart Quartet, rocking grooves from 1970s Zimbabwe, two Soca classics from Trinidad, plus lots more!

Let's get down to business - in both the wizarding world and the fandom. Abigail Kohler, adjunct lecturer at Brown University's Nelson Center for Entrepreneurship, is relatively new to Harry Potter but was quickly introduced to scholarship on the series through the Harry Potter Academic Conference at Chestnut Hill College. In her own presentation at the 2024 conference, "From Wizard Wheezes to Etsy Empires: An Exploration of Fandom and Entrepreneurship," Abbie explored the types of businesses depicted in the books - including shops, restaurants, and publications - as well as Potter-inspired businesses created by fans. The wizarding world seems to have many consumer goods businesses that sell products but not many service-based businesses, such as plumbing or broom repair. Businesses like the Leaky Cauldron and Honeydukes serve as thresholds for Harry to enter magical areas like Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade. While commerce and wealth are often portrayed as evil in fantasy and children's media, they appear to be morally neutral in Potter, where a business can create good or bad things and their products can be used for good or evil, such as Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes items. Fans who create their own Potter-themed businesses are often motivated by a desire to participate in the wizarding world. Before there was so much official merchandise available, fans were creating the types of products they would want to have using their own artistic skills. Abbie surveyed 46 business owners, 44 of whom were women, and was surprised to find that most did not think of themselves as entrepreneurs, a term she advocates for more small business owners to claim for themselves. Fan businesses can also be a tool for positive change, allowing fans to support each other rather than a large corporation and a wealthy author and to reclaim their fandom for the LGBTQ+ community in the wake of the author's comments. Abbie feels that entrepreneurship can be a form of activism. She also offers some helpful tips for listeners who may be interested in starting their own business!

Episode Overview: Join us this week as Scrag hosts an exciting episode featuring the renowned Twitch streamer JJ, a leading figure in the Wizardry: Daphne community. Get ready to delve into the intricate world of streaming, gaming, and what it takes to be part of the gacha gaming culture. Special Guest: Our guest, JJ, is a full-time Twitch streamer known for his deep dives into the Wizardry: Daphne universe. Streaming 85 hours a week, JJ offers insights into what motivates him to play endlessly challenging games, how he manages his schedule, and his unique lifestyle as a streamer. Topics Covered: This episode focuses on JJ's daily routine as a streamer, his commitment to fitness and family, and his perspective on the gacha gaming model. He discusses the mechanics of Wizardry: Daphne, a game that has revitalized the long-dormant blobber genre, and how the complexities of the game fuel his extensive streaming sessions. The Gacha Gaming Phenomenon: We dive into the intricacies of the gacha system, analyzing its impact on players and the gaming community at large. JJ shares his insights about the moral concerns surrounding gacha's predatory models and his approach to navigating and educating his audience. Interactive Elements: Listen in as JJ and Scrag address fan questions, explore the social aspects of gaming, and discuss the implications of long-term commitments to gaming and streaming. They also explore the broader theme of how gaming habits and industry trends, such as gacha and blockchain, are influencing the future of gaming. Don't miss this engaging session that merges the art of streaming with the evolving gaming landscape, as JJ shares his passion, expertise, and personal journey through the world of Wizardry: Daphne and beyond.

Just as House of the Dragon Season 3 shooting gets underway, David and Ryan are joined by Waldo Mason, lead make-up special effects artist on the show across seasons 2 and 3. The guys talk to Waldo about how he got his start in the movie business, explore his incredible list of movie credits alone, they discuss burns, wounds, sores, monsters and aliens, Dave sort of forgives him for having worked on Prometheus, and then they dig deep into all things House of the Dragon! Email: dreamsaremadeofpodcast@gmail.com SDAMO - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/propspodcast/ SDAMO - Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/propspodcast.bsky.social SDAMO - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/propspodcast/ SDAMO - TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@props.podcast David Mandel - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/davidhmandel/

Ollie and Tim discuss the main takeaways from the Hawks 12 point victory against the Giants in Round 3 including Watson's Wizardry, Hardwick's Forward Role and Halting Opposition Momentum.Give TH a 5-star review! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TalkingHawksFollow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingHawksFollow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/talking_hawksFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkinghawks

Dr. Corey Minatani is a Doctor of Ministry in Christian Studies, a Doctor of Exegetical Theology candidate, and a PhD candidate in Demonology studies with a BA degree in Philosophy and a MS in Psychology. Minatani has had works published in Oran Mor, a Celtic E-Zine for the New Order of Druids and Grey Matters School Journal for the Grey School of Wizardry. He has previously conducted Energy Work and Dream workshops for the Theosophical Society of Seattle and works for a local nonprofit. Minatani has over 33 years of martial art experience, and has been a Reiki Master since 2006.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.

Kasey is joined by Jenn and Chris as we retiurn to Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry to discuss Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince

Is this an episode of Real Housewives of the Wizarding World? No, just an episode about ole Voldy V- the ultimate diva. From his obsession with power to his need for an audience at every major moment, we unpack how his insecurities, delusions, and over-the-top theatrics make him one of the most absurd villains in fiction. We revisit the iconic graveyard scene, where Voldemort finally gets his body back—only to immediately fumble his own victory. We also break down whether he was actually a good leader to the Death Eaters (spoiler: he wasn't) and explore why he tried so hard to erase his half-blood identity. The Arithmancy Lesson gave us some chaotic but insightful takes—some of you even compared his leadership style to an MLM, and honestly, the accuracy is scary.Next Episode's Deep Dive: Wormtail The survey drops on Patreon first, so be sure to weigh in. Speaking of Patreon, a special shoutout to our newest Patreon Deep Diver, Aurélie! Welcome to the club, and thank you for your support—it means the world! If you're not on Patreon yet, what are you waiting for? The chaos is happening there! Until next time—be critical, stay magical.

With the Maryland Terps back on the hoops radar all week, it was time to bring our old pal Walt Williams back to discuss the wizardry of The Crab Five and the pending portal for Kevin Willard and every other other college basketball coach. Let The Wizard tell you about the state of the game and adapting to changes in College Park and throughout the sport. The post Walt Williams brings his Terps wizardry back for a March Madness and state of college hoops view with Nestor first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

Darrell Stern, Unleashing Marketing Magic with Video and Storytelling Wizardry Stern.marketing About the Guest(s): Darrell Stern is a marketing expert who transitioned from a child voice actor to a marketing visionary, leveraging his unique background to revolutionize video marketing strategies. He started his career at the young age of a kid actor and was famously the voice of Scooter Computer on ABC's Schoolhouse Rock in 1983. Fast forward to his adult life, Darryl founded Stern.Marketing and Stern Marketing Agency. His innovative methods in digital marketing emphasize combining video content with strategic blogging to dominate search engines. Episode Summary: Join host Chris Voss in this riveting episode as he interviews Darrell Stern, a marketing guru with a unique approach to digital marketing. Once a child actor, Darrell shares insights from his journey from the world of ABC's Schoolhouse Rock to becoming a strategic force in video and content marketing. This episode is packed with actionable insights on how businesses can leverage video coupled with expertly crafted blogs to skyrocket their online presence. Darrell delves deep into how he helps entrepreneurs and businesses capture stories that resonate on a personal level, aligning with Google's search algorithms. Discover his revolutionary tactics of transcribing videos into articles that not only attract organic traffic but also build credibility and audience trust. Darrell explains this strategy through case studies like Saul, the mechanic who skyrocketed his business using video storytelling and smart SEO practices. Key Takeaways: Merging video and blog content is a powerful strategy for dominating Google's search results. Businesses should focus on creating relationships through authentic storytelling rather than traditional advertising methods. Sextons need to truly understand video marketing mechanics and storytelling to pull out potential viral stories. Darryl stresses the importance of continually appearing in social feeds to nurture leads and maintain brand presence. The value of expertise: Ensure your marketing reflects true proficiency and knowledge in your domain. Notable Quotes: "If you think sex is a pain in the ass, you're doing it wrong." "Video is everything. What is it? Video killed the radio star." "Every business person needs a little acting background. The show must go on." "The internet was invented so we could link all that together." "All of your stories are already inside of you. All I've got to do is pull them out of you."

In this episode of Southern Character, James and Amanda dive into the beautifully chaotic world of family life, travel planning, and dog training. They share their secrets to booking the perfect family vacation, their love for St. George Island, and why planning months ahead is a must. Plus, meet Georgie Sand—the newest (and most mischievous) member of Team Chaos—who's about to embark on an intensive two-week training program. And with James' big birthday approaching, there's talk of a dream Bahamas getaway—if Amanda can get past the whole “who's driving the boat?” thing. Tune in for laughter, travel tips, and a whole lot of Southern grit and grace!

SCARED POTTER?! YOU WISH! Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets!! https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thereelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/thereelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Save & Invest In Your Future Today, visit: https://www.acorns.com/rejects Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review! Tara Erickson and Greg Alba delve into Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, the second film in the iconic series directed by Chris Columbus. This installment follows Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe, The Woman in Black, Now You See Me 2) as he returns to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for his second year, only to encounter new challenges when the mysterious Chamber of Secrets is opened, unleashing a monster that petrifies students. Key moments include Harry's encounter with Dobby, the house-elf, who warns him of impending danger; the thrilling escapade where Harry and Ron (Rupert Grint, Driving Lessons, Wild Target) fly a bewitched Ford Anglia to Hogwarts after missing the Hogwarts Express; the humorous scene where Ron receives a Howler from his mother, reprimanding him for stealing the car; and the climactic battle in the Chamber itself, where Harry confronts Tom Riddle (Christian Coulson) and the deadly Basilisk. The film also introduces memorable characters such as Gilderoy Lockhart (Kenneth Branagh, Henry V, Murder on the Orient Express), the flamboyant new Defense Against the Dark Arts professor, and features returning favorites like Hermione Granger (Emma Watson, Little Women, Beauty and the Beast), Severus Snape (Alan Rickman, Die Hard, Sense and Sensibility), and Rubeus Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane, Cracker, GoldenEye). Notable quotes from the film include Dumbledore's profound insight, "It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities," and Ron's humorous remark, "Why spiders? Why couldn't it be 'follow the butterflies'?" Join Tara and Greg as they explore these scenes and more, discussing the film's impact, character developments, and how it continues to enchant audiences worldwide. Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Music Used In Manscaped Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kole, Dennis, Jala, and Moxie talk about Elden Ring: Nightreign, Psychroma, The Thing: Remastered, and much more! The Grind: Moxie: Psychroma. Kole: Elden Ring: Nightreign. The Thing: Remastered. Dennis: Slay the Spire: Downfall. Trackmania. Jala: Fire Emblem Heroes. Nina Aquila: Legal Eagle, Season One. The Multiplayer: What's your favorite romance in games? The End Boss: Sony's February State of Play had release info for Metal Gear Solid Delta and the new Dark Pictures Anthology game. Monaco 2 announced. Wizardry remake wins the Video Game Music Grammy. Valve releases Team Fortress 2 source code.

 Its not every day you talk with a flaming locked, beard faced wizard. This one sees through the illusions of modernity & revels in an oscillating state of making progress through decay while genuinely attuning to the living systems in order to see our dire reality. He attempts to embody our meta crises & seeks insights outside of mere numbers by going into the woods to 'just be'...and perhaps along the way he will experience a physiological quickening that offers hope.He sees an undercurrent of people returning to ambiguity - warm provocations with room for textured, life filling conversation & he is building a relationship with dusk where in the liminal, he opens himself up to other intelligences & wisdoms, animacy & more than the human world.He laments our loss of seasonal attunement & encourages us all to re-member (become a member of the earth) to reignite our presence & acuity to notice the small, more than the rational.This wizard is indeed a wise orator & his words dance through the conversation like twinkling lights, sprinkling provocation that you may need to hear more than once.   Links You'll LoveHow to lead a quest - Fox WizardThe emerald podcast Daniel Schucktenberger - metacrises expertTyson Yunkaporta - Sand TalkNate Hagens - the great simplification podcastHospicing Modernity - Vanessa AndrettiSue Dennett - MeliodoraCatie Payne - Reskillience podcastNatures apprenticeRegenerative Leader ProgramSupport the ShowCasual Support - Buy Me A CoffeeRegular Support - PatreonBuy the Books - Futuresteading & Huddle Pod Partners Rock:  Australian Medicinal Herbs Loved it? Try this:Helena Norberg-Hodge - charts a path between systemic healing & onenessWe talked about:"Most people would rather see the world destroyed than face their grief of seeing the world destroyed".Mass produced distraction is not nourishing us.Living in an adolescent cultureFinding ways to build relationships with our landscapesNot adding too much structure to an emerging communityRelationalityThe beautiful normalisation of listening to the body & responding to what it really needs.Support the show

Join @thebuzzknight for this classic replay of an episode with the legendary jazz guitarist Pat Metheny. This episode will take you behind the scenes to the creative process that Pat continues to hone decades after he began his career. Pat continues to create new music and tour the world, sharing his incredible work with loyal fans everywhere. For suggestions or comments, write buzz@buzzknightmedia.com Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join @thebuzzknight for this classic replay of an episode with the legendary jazz guitarist Pat Metheny. This episode will take you behind the scenes to the creative process that Pat continues to hone decades after he began his career. Pat continues to create new music and tour the world, sharing his incredible work with loyal fans everywhere. For suggestions or comments, write buzz@buzzknightmedia.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tennis Channel commentator Mark Petchey joins the podcast to recap the 500 level tournaments on the pro tennis tour, which saw some surprises and some predictable greatness. Petchey explains how Denis Shapovalov was able to defeat three Top 10 players en route to a title in Dallas, and why the Canadian has to be true to his aggressive playing style. The broadcaster also analyzes what makes Carlos Alcaraz so lethal as he won the tournament in Rotterdam, and compares his ceiling to that of World No. 1 Jannik Sinner. And Petchey breaks down new mom Belinda Bencic's incredible title win in Abu Dhabi, an event she has not lost a match at! Petchey also runs through a litany of topics including Andy Murray's coaching role with Novak Djokovic lasting through Wimbledon, the Serbians quick recovery from an injury, and American Reilly Opelka speaking out against an umpire. The broadcaster also gives his take on electronic line calling, the Golden Swing events mulling a surface switch, and what to expect at the WTA Premier event in Doha. Hosted by Mitch Michals.

Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs fell short of Super Bowl history in a stunning blowout loss to the Eagles. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

It's time for the blood to flow. Brian, Kris, Will, and Lucas bring their top 40 games of 2024 and then brutally cut each other's choices until only the 10 best remain. Enjoy!TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:Intro - 0:00 |Format Explanation - 1:39 |Kris' Top 10 - 4:57 |Will's Top 10 - 5:40 |Lucas' Top 10 - 6:17 |Brian's Top 10 - 4:57 |Building The List - 9:16 |Protected Games - 11:16 |V Rising - 13:36 |Metaphor: ReFantazio - 14:29 |The Axis Unseen - 23:06 |Marvel Rivals - 27:09 |Read Only Memories: Neurodiver - 32:22 |Inkbound - 35:25 |Indika - 40:10 |Metal Slug Tactics - 45:00 |Rise Of The Ronin - 51:04 |Earth Defense Force 6 - 59:05 |Wizardry - 1:08:56 |Indiana Jones & The Great Circle - 1:16:20 |Lorelei & the Laser Eyes - 1:25:52 |Yars Rising - 1:30:00 |Fate/Stay Night Remastered - 1:37:20 |Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred - 1:43:33 |Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance - 1:50:50 |Neva - 1:53:55 |SMTV (Full Discussion) - 2:00:05 |MechWarrior 5: Clans - 2:09:20 |Pacific Drive - 2:18:50 |Dustborn - 2:28:05 |Shiren The Wanderer - 2:32:02 |Helldivers 2 - 2:39:53 |Narrowing It Down To The Top 10 - Part 1 |More Helldivers 2 - 2:52:53 |Wizardry Part 2 - 2:58:38 |Like A Dragon - Infinite Wealth - 3:04:44 |UFO50 - 3:11:20 |MechWarrior 5: Clans - 3:21:55 |Ordering The Top 10 - 3:26:38 |Tekken 8 - 3:27:32 |SaGa Emerald Beyond - 3:35:07 |Skald: Against The Black Priory - 3:46:24 |Balatro - 3:53:38 |Will's Proposed Top 10 Order - 4:01:19 |Mouthwashing - 4:06:08 |1000xResist - 4:10:44 |The Final Ordered List & Honorable Mentions - 4:15:45 |Heart & Critic Picks - 4:17:49 |POTENTIAL EPISODE TITLES (EACH "+" IS A HOST VOTE):John Platformers |++Torso Like A Dr. Mario Level |++Paint Me Like One Of Your French Turtles |I Cut My Own Game In Solidarity |A Weird Hill To Die On, But At Least You're Dead |Stockpiling Social Capital |How About That Invisible Woman, Though? |+Man Cannot Live On Metroid Alone |We Solved The Action Game 20 Years Ago |+If This Is Being Sick, I Don't Wanna Be Well |Amazing Hot Dog |When You Don't Want The SMT Cake |I Was Trying To Be Reasonable |+Send It Into The Great Emerald Beyond |What If We Remade Cuneiform? |Allowing Yourself To Be Consumed By The Darkness |+I Want You To Tell Playstack It Was Me |+Hair to Hair, Sphere to Square, 6 to 1 |+In The Company Of Three Very Long Men |The Platformers Top 10 Games of 20241000xResistMouthwashingSkald: Against the Black PrioryTekken 8LAD: Infinite WealthSaGa Emerald BeyondPacific DriveMechWarrior 5: ClansBalatroWizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad OverlordHONORABLE MENTIONS:V Rising |Metaphor: ReFantazio |Marvel Rivals |Read Only Memories: Neurodiver |Inkbound |Metal Slug: Tactics |Rise of the Ronin |EDF 6 |Indiana Jones & the Great Circle |Lorelei & the Laser Eyes |Yars Rising |Fate/Stay Night Remastered |Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred |Indika |Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance |The Axis Unseen |Dustborn |Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island |Helldivers 2 |Neva |UFO 50 |Power Rangers Rita's Rewind |Castlevania Dominus Collection |Harold Halibut |Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven |Shadow Generations |Tactical Breach Wizards |Cataclismo (Early Access) |Thank Goodness You're Here |Dragon Age: The Veilguard |Arranger |Marvel VS Capcom Infinite & Beyond (Mod) |MvC Collection |[The Platformers Video Game Podcast is created, hosted, written, edited & streamed (Twitch.tv/Ribnax) by Brian ‘Ribnax' Barnett]

Nesse episódio, exploramos Ender Magnolia, batucamos com Donkey Kong Country Returns HD e quebramos recordes em Bananitro. Também comentamos as mudanças na Bioware, as demissões e fechamentos na Ubisoft, o fim de Multiversus, a dança das cadeiras na Sony e a biblioteca digital da Video Game History Foundation. 00:08:12: A reestruturação na BioWare 00:20:06: Ubisoft demite funcionários e fecha um estúdio 00:26:58: Phoenix Labs demite a maioria de seus funcionários 00:32:31: PlatinumGames ainda está trabalhando no Project G.G.? 00:37:49: Warner anuncia o fim de MultiVersus 00:45:57: Mudanças na liderança da Sony 00:57:17: Wizardry ganhou um Grammy 01:04:00: Video Game History Foundation disponibiliza seu acervo online 01:13:28: Ender Magnolia Bloom in the Mist 01:48:48: Perguntas dos ouvintes 01:59:29: Finalmentes: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD 02:06:26: Finalmentes: Bananitro Contribua | Twitter | YouTube | Twitch | Contato

It is Episode 135 of the Nerdcast Empire and another episode of Anime Wednesdays, as heard LIVE on Twitch.tv/nerdcastempire on Feb. 5, 2025.This week, we have a quick update on the Ohayocon/Sekai Guild lawsuit. We'll also discuss Fuji TV's ongoing problems extending to two long-running shows. Also, news about piracy and a game remake winning a Grammy. Finally, we'll end with memories of Ohayocon over the years. It's Anime Wednesdays on the Nerdcast Empire. Tune in!

Shoot Us A Message!Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we're thrilled to have a candid conversation with Rudy Surovick, an accomplished insurance professional with a fascinating journey from the independent agency world to becoming a pivotal player in the captive insurance landscape.In this episode, Rudy shares everything from his unique marketing techniques, including the power of direct mail, to his experiences managing sizable operations and the tough transitions he's overcome. You'll hear about his innovative approaches to targeting and closing leads, his philosophy on balancing staffing with marketing spend, and his insights on thriving in challenging market conditions. Rudy's story is not just about insurance; it's about resilience, adaptability, and facing the unexpected with a strategic mindset.Tune in as Jason, Craig, and Rudy dive into the intricacies of the insurance business, reveal practical tips for agency owners, and reflect on the personal stories that shape their professional lives. Whether you're a seasoned agent or just starting in the industry, this episode is brimming with valuable lessons and inspiration. Let's get started!Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Shoot Us A Message!Welcome to another episode of The Insurance Dudes podcast! In today's exciting episode, we sit down with Travis Gensler, a seasoned insurance professional who shares his incredible journey from a marketing franchise debacle to becoming a successful independent insurance agent.Travis dives deep into the benefits and challenges of transitioning from a captive agent to an independent agent, the pivotal role of technology in modernizing the insurance industry, and the importance of building strong customer relationships. He also shares invaluable insights on establishing efficient processes, leveraging email marketing, and staying ahead with tech innovations.Don't miss out on Travis's expert advice on how to prepare your agency for the future, the significance of documented processes, and the undeniable value of adapting to technological advancements. Whether you're a seasoned agent or new to the industry, this episode is packed with actionable tips and strategies that you can implement right away.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Shoot Us A Message!Welcome to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, Craig Pretzinger and Jason are joined by Chris Cheatham, an entrepreneurial dynamo deeply rooted in the insurtech world. Chris, a former lawyer and the co-founder of Risk Genius, shares his journey from legal frustrations to pioneering insurance AI technologies. We dive into the fascinating spin-out story of Milo and explore how it revolutionizes small business insurance through efficiency and innovation.In this episode, you'll learn how Milo leverages Bull Penguin to streamline the quoting and binding process, creating a near-instantaneous experience for agents and clients alike. Chris also dishes out invaluable advice for those venturing into commercial insurance, emphasizing the power of dedicated specialization. We touch on the transformative role of APIs, enabling seamless integration and sparking opportunities in the insurance tech space.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Shoot Us A Message!Join us as we navigate Chris's unique career trajectory, from handling complex legal documents with machine learning to enhancing insurance processes with AI.Expect lots of laughs, engaging anecdotes, and even some nostalgic discussions about video games and childhood concerts! So buckle up and get ready for a dynamic ride through the evolving landscape of insurance with The Insurance Dudes.Make sure to subscribe for more insightful and entertaining episodes!The full episode is dropping tomorrow.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Between our recent milestone of 150 episodes and the start of a new year, we will have some fun changes coming to Rhythm Encounter, starting with this episode. New games and music release all the time that don't always fit with our episode themes. Starting today, we will release a "new music" episode every few months to spotlight the latest in RPG music. These episodes will typically be a shorter listen with a smaller panel, featuring 6–8 songs each. Today, Mike and Hilary highlight Metaphor: ReFantazio, Ys X: Nordics, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, and more!Featuring: Mike Salbato, Hilary Andreff; Edited by Jonathan LoganLinks for this episodeRhythm Encounter 53 - Feel the Burn!Rhythm Encounter 150 - Name That (RPG) TuneTracklist0:00:47 - Warriors in Arms (Shoji Meguro) - Metaphor: ReFantazio0:09:35 - Ceruleum Smoke at High Noon (Takafumi Imamura) - Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail0:21:31 - Heroes in Training (Winifred Phillips) - Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord (Remaster)0:30:27 - Alefgard (Koichi Sugiyama) - Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake0:35:44 - Facing the Distant Horizon (Falcom Sound Team jdk) - Ys X: Nordics0:41:34 - VS. The Rutile All-Stars (Lena Raine) - Beastieball0:57:09 - Mike's Bonus Track!Album links for places to buy, stream, and more are available in our post on RPGFan. This post also contains a bonus listing of more recent music that were considered for this episode, so don't miss it!Get in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: music@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomBluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.socialInstagram: @rpgfancomThreads: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

Shoot Us A Message!Welcome back to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we're thrilled to have Ryan Schaffer from the mortgage and real estate finance industry join us. Ryan, who once aspired to be a firefighter, transitioned to the mortgage world in the early 2000s and has since navigated through various market cycles, including the 2008-2009 financial crisis.In our conversation, we dive deep into the importance of identifying critical traits for success, the value of providing direction and structure to new team members, and the need for efficient systems in sales.Ryan shares his experiences and insights on building meaningful relationships, the power of personalized outreach, and why focusing on human connections can set you apart in competitive markets. We'll also discuss his "Fire Yourself" exercise for task delegation, time management, and the benefits of leadership coaching.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Shoot Us A Message!Whether you're in insurance, mortgage, or any sales-driven industry, this episode is packed with valuable advice on scaling your operations, building referral partnerships, and maintaining a competitive edge through perseverance and personalized communication. So tune in tomorrow and get ready to gain some actionable insights from Ryan Schaffer right here on The Insurance Dudes!The full episode is dropping tomorrow.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Shoot Us A Message!Welcome to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we're excited to dive deep into the world of insurance with our special guest, Chad Spaide. Pronounced "Spade," Chad brings a wealth of experience and insights to our conversation. From tackling burnout and maintaining competitiveness in the industry to leveraging automation for improved client communications, Chad covers it all.We'll explore his early career experiences, the evolution of sales strategies, and the importance of genuine client relationships.If you're keen to learn how to master your sales funnel, close more deals, and build lasting client relationships—all while staying ahead of the curve in the insurance game—this episode is one you won't want to miss. So, sit back, relax, and let's get started with Chad Spaide on The Insurance Dudes!Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Shoot Us A Message!Join hosts Jason and Craig as they discuss the value of mutual respect and support among colleagues, the significance of listening in sales, and the adaptability required in a constantly changing market.Chad also shares invaluable tips on using technology to enhance efficiency without losing the personal touch, managing leads, and the essential craft of persistence after rejection. Plus, you'll hear about Chad's formative years, his stint as a commodity broker, and the energetic start-up approach he brings to his current practice.The full episode is dropping tomorrow.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

260: “I don't do well with vague, fluffy information. So when people just say, 'Oh, you know, I had a hard time and I learned a lesson and did some therapy and did this and that. And then I just woke up and I just realized it was gone.' I'm like, what did you do? How long did it take? How much money did you spend? What support systems did you have? Those are the nitty gritty details that have helped me. And so to be in service, I want to offer that to you too." It's your favorite episode of the year - the annual HONEST YEAR IN REVIEW: Personal Edition (be sure to ⁠⁠check out 2023's recap episode⁠⁠ and compare notes - was there actual progress made?) Chelsea invites all her 2024 skeletons in the closet onto the airwaves today, sharing everything from situationships (not again! didn't we learn?!), casual sex (or lack thereof), sober (kinda), and the inner demons she's tackling head on. Snippets from the episode: On Relationships: "The lesson I learned from this is that you do need to communicate early on and often, and you cannot use physical intimacy as the glue and the prayer, if you will, that you're going to end up together." On Sobriety: "Being sober, you have no excuse to say, 'OMG, I just said that because I was drunk.' It makes you reflect a lot." On Financial Goals: "Set a goal that is beyond yourself. Paying off debt and getting to zero is cool, but I needed something more emotional, like taking my family to Japan." On Travel and Intentionality: " If you're trying to pick a place to live, think about somewhere that you like who you are or you feel expanded or inspired to become who you want to be." On Budgeting: "Budgeting is just planning out your finances and putting your money where you want it to go. It's about controlling your money instead of your money controlling you." This episode is full of the nitty gritty of Chelsea's personal life, so if you want to know what goes on BTS of a digital nomad, entrepreneur, writer, podcast host and lover of life - this episode is for you. Resources mentioned: Books:⁠⁠ I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit Sethi⁠⁠ Podcasts: ⁠⁠Money for Couples ⁠⁠(formerly I Will Teach You to Be Rich) Tools: ⁠⁠Notion⁠⁠ (for life planning + finances) + ⁠⁠Ally Bank⁠⁠ (for savings account) People: ⁠⁠@softmoonrose⁠⁠ (Eros birth chart reading) Reminder: Mic Drop, The Ultimate Podcast Launch Course, is $200 off until Dec 31, 2024! ⁠Grab your discount before it expires with code: HOLIDAY2024⁠ Connect with Chelsea: ⁠Website⁠ ⁠Book a 90 min consult⁠ ⁠1:1 Podcast Coaching⁠ ⁠Launch your podcast with the ultimate podcast launch course - Mic Drop!⁠ use code: HOLIDAY2024 for $200 off Mic Drop until 12/31/24 ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Slight Turbulence Substack⁠ - the travel magazine you wish existed on the back of airplane seats Ready to launch your very own podcast? Grab my FREE cheat sheet right ⁠HERE⁠. Want to send a voice note to the podcast and have Chelsea answer you on air? Do so ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠. Don't forget to rate, review, and share in the group text. This podcast is free and ratings/reviews and shares are our currency. You can win a 30 min 1:1 with Chelsea by leaving a written review on Apple Podcasts and sending it to info@chelseariffe.com! We pull a winner every month :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/in-my-non-expert-opinion/support

An around-the-world tour of ancient Christmas celebrations, Pagan Solstice customs, and magical seasonal plants• Explores in depth the medicinal and magical properties of the many herbs, barks, and berries associated with the Christmas and Yuletide season• Looks at the origins of the Christmas tree and Santa Claus, as well as female gift bringers, holiday Spirits, and Yuletide animals• Shares crafts such as how to make a Yule Log, practices such as Winter Solstice divinations, and recipes for traditional foods and drinksFor millennia cultures have taken time out to honor the darkest days of the year with lights, foods, and festivities.In ancient Egypt, people decorated their homes with greenery at the festival of the rebirth of the God Horus. The ancient Romans shared gifts, especially candles, at the midwinter festival of Saturnalia. In Scandinavian and Germanic cultures, the Yule Log was burned in the hearth, fruit orchards were wassailed, and sheaves of wheat were displayed to carry luck into the New Year. In Celtic cultures, mummers and guisers went door to door, and European mistletoe (Viscum album) was gathered by Druids as a medicinal and magical aid.Ellen Evert Hopman shares folklore, recipes, rituals, and crafts to enliven your Yuletide observance. She explores the origins of the Christmas tree and Santa Claus as well as holiday Spirits and Yuletide animals. She explains how to perform Winter Solstice divinations and make traditional foods and drinks such as Elizabethan gingerbread cookies and Wassail. And she looks in depth at the medicinal and magical properties of the many herbs, barks, and berries associated with the Christmas and Yuletide season such as Frankincense and Myrrh, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Hibiscus, Bayberry, and many more. This guide offers practical and magical ways to celebrate and honor the darkest days of the year.Ellen Evert Hopman is a master herbalist and lay homeopath, who has been a Druidic initiate since 1984. She is a founding member of the Order of the White Oak, the Archdruidess and founder of Tribe of the Oak, a former professor at the Grey School of Wizardry, and a member of the Grey Council of Mages and Sages. She is the author of Celtic herbals and Druid novels, including Secret Medicines from Your Garden, The Sacred Herbs of Samhain, and Once Around the Sun: Stories, Crafts, and Recipes to Celebrate the Sacred Earth Year. She lives in Massachusetts.https://elleneverthopman.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.

Shoot Us A Message!Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we're diving deep into the world of entrepreneurship and the insurance industry with our special guest, Ramis Hakim. Ramis, an industry veteran, shares his journey from aspiring minister to becoming a powerhouse in final expense life insurance sales. We'll explore his strategic focus on ultra-specialization, the importance of building a robust business system, and how a strong company culture with core values encapsulated in the acronym TEAM—Trust, Enthusiasm, Advancement, and Money—can drive success.Ramis also opens up about his unique business model, which includes handling customer service internally for better satisfaction, moving 350 employees to remote work successfully, and the power of maintaining consistent business practices. Plus, he offers valuable advice for newcomers to the industry and the importance of mentorship.Secrets to Success in Insurance Sales with Ramis HakimJoin the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

Shoot Us A Message!Welcome back to another insightful episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we are thrilled to have Adam Pisani join us, an experienced insurance agent with nearly 19 years in the industry. Adam dives deep into the essential aspects of running a successful insurance business, from the necessity of having that "fire in the belly" motivation to the dynamic and often challenging landscape of buying and managing agencies.In this episode, Adam shares his valuable perspectives on maintaining a competitive edge and achieving growth targets, emphasizing the importance of strategic acquisitions and the efficiencies gained through economies of scale. He gets candid about his mixed feelings on selling substantial amounts of insurance premiums and highlights the ever-present need to adapt to changes and embrace new business opportunities.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!