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Marilyn Lightstone Reads

Zoomer Podcast Network

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Known for her roles on stage and screen, as well as her daily radio program "Nocturne" on The New Classical FM, acclaimed actress Marilyn Lightstone now brings classic literature to life with dramatic readings. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast is proudly presented by The New Classical FM & The Zoomer Podcast Network.
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Bone and Sickle

Al Ridenour

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BONE AND SICKLE explores historical topics related to folklore and horror. With acerbic wit and a scholarly penchant for the grotesque, rogue folklorist Al Ridenour delves into a wide but carefully curated range of topics illustrated by stories from historical texts. Narratives are given dramatic readings by “Mrs. Karswell” (Sarah Chavez) backed by richly produced soundscapes blending original music, sound design and effects. The source books, though real enough, are said to be pulled from a ...
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Enter the macabre mind of gothic literature master, Edgar Allan Poe, as we bring thirteen classic tales to life with voice actors, sound effects and music. This production — conceived from the brilliant minds of Olivia French and Alexandra Meerbach — features the voices of Australian actors, and is proudly supported by the Ballarat Arts Foundation. RavenMad’s adaptation aims to grant listeners access to Poe’s arabesque world and ignite a passion for the sinister and sublime genre of gothic l ...
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DISGRACELAND

Double Elvis Productions

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Murder, infidelity, suicide, arson, overdose, religious cults, drug trafficking; this award winning podcast explores the alleged true crime antics and criminal connections of musicians we love like Jerry Lee Lewis, Jay Z, The Rolling Stones, Amy Winehouse, Tupac Shakur, the Grateful Dead, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Blondie and many more. Why? Because real rock stars are more like feral, narcissistic animals than functioning members of society and that is precisely what makes them so damn entertaini ...
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The Friends of Israel Today

The Friends of Israel Today

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The Friends of Israel Today is a magazine style radio program/podcast made up multiple segments; bible teaching, Q&A, interviews, and dramatic readings of Holocaust survivor, Zvi Kalisher’s articles, entitled Apples of Gold. We’ve intentionally crafted this program to revolve around God’s Word and how it affects our lives today.
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Thin Air

Ray J. Lonsdale

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The Thin Air Podcast is an episodic anthology of short stories, novellas and poems, including fantasy, science fiction, suspense, thrillers and the macabre. Featuring tales penned and narrated by Lonsdale, this program could be described as a fascinating blend of audiobook and modern-day old-time radio. Episodes are presented as dramatic readings with background sound F/X and original music. The premiere episode, titled “The Uncanny Valley of the Shadow,” is the opening chapter, kicking off ...
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Easy Stories in English

Ariel Goodbody, Polyglot English Teacher & Glassbox Media

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Learning a language is hard, but Easy Stories in English makes it easy! Ariel Goodbody introduces each story, explaining difficult vocabulary and talking about their life. Thanks to their high energy and clear pronunciation, the stories are entertaining and simple to understand. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced learner, there’s something for everyone. The stories cover a wide range of genres, such as fairy tales, myths and legends, drama, comedy, romance, horror, science f ...
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A hilarious and nostalgic journey through all the Judy Blume books, hosted by Jody Worthington and Molly Sanchez. With Scotch-fueled dramatic readings and deep dives into '70s and '80s nostalgia, boobs, boners, and bullies, this show ain't for kids. Join them every other week as they delve into a few more chapters from a favorite Judy novel!
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SHEMA HaDAVAR (HEAR THE WORD) Reggie Lisemby, Executive Servant, Messianic Ministry to Israel

Dr. Reginald K. Lisemby, Exe.Director, Messianic Ministry to Israel

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SHEMA HADAVAR ("HEAR THE WORD") is a podcast of dramatic readings (Genesis; Daniel 1; Daniel 2; Daniel 3; Proverbs; Messianic Prophecies; Names of God; Select Psalms; The Messiahmas Story; Ghost Story from Jerusalem, and more. Each recording is perfumed with Hebraic terms that gives the hearer a sense of hearing God's Davar or Word as God inspired the biblical authors. The voice is Dr. Reggie Lisemby, the Executive Servant of Messianic Ministry to Israel. MMI is a 501(c)3 non-profit mission ...
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The Wicked Library

9th Story Studios LLC

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The Wicked Library is a Parsec Award winning show featuring horror fiction stories from upcoming, new, independent and bestselling authors. Our Tales of terror are read by Host / Producer, Daniel Foytik and other popular voice actors and feature custom music to bring the stories to life. Each episode features the work of some of the best voices in independent horror fiction.
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BBBC

Beast I Am

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Welcome to the Becoming a Beast BookClub. We read just a little bit each day to have a dramatic impact on our lives. You will find Dailey readings, Group discussions and so much more.
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This true crime podcast features missing persons cases, murders, serial crimes, high profile trials, and forensics. Margaret McLean, a former prosecutor, trial attorney, legal analyst, and bestselling author, delves into the investigative process and the criminal mind. Guests include homicide detectives, FBI agents, forensic psychologists, and judges. https:/www.itsacrimemedia.com
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Perth Drag Queen BarbieQ brings you interviews, stories and gossip with her special guests from the wonderful Perth LGBTQIA+ community! *This podcast contains explicit language and dramatic readings of porn stories*
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Fanfics and Chill

Hull Breach Productions

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James, Nick and Grace, three friends united by one mission: read the best fanfiction they can, out loud, in sketchy accents. Come Chill with us while we read Fanfiction, on Fanfics and Chill. From the people who brought you The Shipping Forecast, but not the BBC one.
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Verses In Vox

Porchlight Family Media

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Verses In Vox™ is a short-form audio program featuring dramatic readings of classic poetry. It's a vehicle to experience these well-loved works in a new way while at the same time introducing them to a new audience.
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Lombardi Memories

Sports History Network

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It's time... for Lombardi Memories.A show that takes you back in time, into January or February, to the greatest one-day spectacle in all of sports. This is the every-other-Tuesday podcast that looks back at each and every one of the 50-plus Super Bowls and tells the story of who wonand why. For the fan who needs more than just a boxscore, this podcast goes drive-by-drive, play-by-play through the most dramatic games in history. Every two weeks, we will take a deep dive into a Super Bowl fro ...
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TheChadDiary

Chad Harris

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A place where I can unleash deep yet comically dramatic thought after thought after thought after thought. I love thoughts. Punning. Twinning. Cover art photo provided by Efe Kurnaz on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@efekurnaz
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Talking Matters is the place where pioneering record label founder and music industry manager Nick Halkes talks with fascinating people who have faced significant challenges in their lives but moved through them providing some inspirational teachings in the process. Future guests include a record breaking explorer, an esteemed war photographer and a trailblazing academic who couldn't read until the age of eighteen. If youre interested in getting involved you can contact Nick at nick@incentiv ...
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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/radiotheatre/subscribe The adventures of silly aunt sissy everyones favorite #auntie, is about how to be the best parent and includes sketches like father knows it all and story time and music for kids. And as advice! Plus classic dramatic readings of public domain books and various short scripts all genres.
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The Hound of the Baskervilles is the third of four crime novels by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective Sherlock Holmes. Originally serialised in The Strand Magazine from August 1901 to April 1902, it is set largely on Dartmoor in Devon in England's West Country and tells the story of an attempted murder inspired by the legend of a fearsome, diabolical hound.
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Jashne-E-Qalam

BookMyShow Jukebox

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Across time and cultures, oral storytelling in the form of folklore, mythology & even grandma's tales have been agents of personal & societal transformation. Jashn-E- Qalam celebrates the genius of eminent litterateurs with dramatic readings & storytelling performances of notable works by the likes of Manto, Amrita Pritam, Premchand, etc. The common objective is use the power of the spoken word to collectively experience their timeless brilliance.
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Dear Bri: Community Strategy, Fiascos, and Drama

Bri Leever, Community Consultant, Strategist, and Founder at Ember.

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Welcome to Dear Bri, an advice column for community conundrums, fiascos, and drama! In each episode, host and community strategist Bri Leever brings on a guest community expert to read and advise on an anonymous letter from a real-life community creator in distress. From online community-building mishaps to community engagement tactics, this podcast will help you master the art of community management by providing oh-so-relatable community stories (in a dramatic retelling) while approaching ...
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Fear of Buildings

Vreeland Vreeland & Freeland

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Fear of Buildings explores science fiction stories written before 1920 that include the destruction of New York City. Dramatic readings, as well as analysis and history of their content.
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Nerdy Show Book Club

The Nerdy Show Network

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In these literary episodes, the Nerdy Show crew share the books they’re currently reading, do dramatic readings from the best and worst nerd literature, talk with notable geek authors, and discuss a book they’ve read along with the community! It’s a sexy party in the library, and you’re the guest of honor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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APES vs.

Jessie Howington

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APES vs. is a project for Research Triangle High School's AP Environmental Science class. It is a tribute to Gimlet Media's "Science vs" podcast. Students picked a topic related to environmental science and read some scientific papers to find out what experts are saying on the topic. All voices you are hearing are those of high school students, they may be playing the part of experts for dramatic effect, but keep in mind they don't have PhDs just yet.
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Burns And Allen Show

Old Time Radio DVD

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Burns and Allen was an American comedy duo consisting of George Burns and his wife, Gracie Allen. They worked together as a comedy team in vaudeville, films, radio and television and achieved great success over four decades.
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3 Crones Presents

3 Crones Productions

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**FOR MORE HORRIFYING AUDIO THEATRICS, CHECK OUT "TALES FROM APOCRYPHA" - OUR NEWEST NARRATIVE OFFERING** Frightfully delightful hijinks, tomfoolery, silliness, and shenanigans from the theatrical little goblins at Dark Hills Events. Dark Hills Radio brings you a buffet of innovative, pandemic friendly, and on-demand theatrical creativity and immersive story-telling - from audioplays to dramatic readings to narrative gaming.
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Send us a text The retrial of Karen Read is more heated and twisted than ever before! Join criminal defense attorney Michael Rusconi and your host former prosecutor Margaret McLean as they analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the prosecution's case. Special Prosecutor Hank Brennan is leading the charge against Karen Read with her own TV intervie…
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Send us a text Jurors must decide whether the defendant, Karen Read, struck her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe with her Lexus SUV, leaving him to die in a blizzard. Special prosecutor Hank Brennan called a new witness to explain the timeline of events down to the second. The data from Karen's Lexus and John O'Keefe's phone have been …
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The prophet Malachi referred to the Temple altar as “the table of the Lᴏʀᴅ,” indicating a close relationship and fellowship between God and His people. Yet, the Israelites flippantly offered unworthy sacrifices on this table, failing to give the Lord the honor due Him. Part 2 of our 4-part series on the book of Malachi examines Israel’s relationshi…
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Following some glamorous and colourful experiences working in the aviation industry Viv Bird and her fellow crew members experienced an air crash and 22 hours in freezing temperatures surrounded by icy tundra before they were rescued by the military. Viv's attitude to life surely helped her to cope with such a dramatic turn of events and perhaps th…
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GG Allin, the notoriously transgressive punk rocker, pushed the limits further than anyone before or after. For GG, there were no limits. No laws. He lived and performed well outside the boundaries of the mainstream and saw himself as the leader of what he called "The Rock 'N Roll Underground," for whom he pledged he would one day make the ultimate…
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During the 15th-century, citizens of Nuremberg, Germany, experienced spectacular Carnival parades highlighted by the appearance of floats known as “hells.” Featuring immense figures, including dragons, ogres, and man-eating giants, these hells were also peopled with costumed performers and enhanced with mechanized effects and pyrotechnics. In this …
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1084. This week, Gabe Henry talks about his new book, "Enough Is Enuf," and the long, strange quest to simplify English spelling. Learn why the "Chicago Tribune" made simplified spelling its house style for decades and why Roosevelt's attempt to make it law backfired. Find Gabe Henry at http://GabeHenry.com. 🔗 Use the code MACMIL for $50 off my Rag…
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This week in the After Party, Jake takes a look at the upcoming slate of episodes in Disgraceland and hears from you on the Diddy trial, Phish, and more. Next week, we're presenting our episode on the Go-Gos, and Jake wants to know: Are the Go-Gos the greatest "girl group" of all time? If not, who is? Tell Jake at 617-906-6638, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠disgracelandpod…
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Breaking up families, one listener at a time.Tour tickets on sale now!! https://www.beachtoosandy.com/tour Join our Patreon for Noddy content! https://www.patreon.com/beachtoosandy We have merch! https://www.beachtoosandy.store Xandy's stream: twitch.tv/xandyschiefer Watch clips of your favorite moments! https://www.youtube.com/beachtoosandywaterto…
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1083. Is it "woke," "woken," or "waked"? We break down why the verb "wake" is one of the trickiest in English, with four competing forms and centuries of change. Then, we lighten things up with a look at vacation vocabulary—from "staycation" to "glamping." The "wake" segment was written by Natalie Schilling, a professor emerita of linguistics at Ge…
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Jean-Michel Basquiat's graffiti in Lower Manhattan was mistaken for a CIA operation. He was the toast of the New York art world while sleeping on floors in squalid apartments. He sold his first painting to Blondie's Debbie Harry for $200. Less than a year later, his paintings were going for more than $20,000. And decades later, the debate over what…
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In this episode, we’re hearing from Community Newbie. Our letter today deals with how overwhelming it can be to enter the world of community-building without really knowing where to begin. To better help Community Newbie, I invited Marjorie Anderson as my guest expert. She is the Director of Community for Exos and the Principal Strategist at Commun…
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Book a class in June and July and get 50% off! ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Classes I discuss six things I wish I'd done sooner in life, tell you about my 32nd birthday and discuss some books and films I've enjoyed recently. Go to ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Sooner⁠ for the full transcript. List of books: Butter by Asako Yuzuki Invisible Cities by Italo…
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Bootlegging whiskey, acid tests, grass, and songs about murder. The origins of the Grateful Dead are fascinating and not what most people think. Born out of the tradition of “old, weird America”; bluegrass, jug band music and deadly folk tales, the Grateful Dead, as young adults, were into some strange stuff and we are all better for it. The band w…
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In the last book of the Old Testament, the prophet Malachi warned the children of Israel that they needed to repent of their sin. Having recently returned to the Holy Land from exile, they were guilty of the same sin with which many of us struggle today: spiritual apathy, or indifference. Though they sacrificed to God, they didn’t give Him ... Read…
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The Grateful Dead became one of the most influential bands of all time and propelled themselves with improvisation, LSD and an ethos of “freedom”. Through drug busts and CIA surveillance, they thrived and created one of the largest, most fervent and commercially consequential fan bases of all time. Freedom, LSD and improvised blues in the key of bu…
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1082. Copy editor Jim Norrena joins us this week for a conversation about Ambrose Bierce, his famous "Devil's Dictionary," and his darkly funny take on the world. We look at Bierce’s fascinating (and tragic) life, his legendary wordplay, and his mysterious disappearance in Mexico. Plus, we share our favorite biting definitions and quirky facts abou…
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This week in the After Party, Jake shares his thoughts on the start of the Diddy trial and (of course) takes your calls, emails, texts and DMs.. Next week, we're presenting our episode on legendary artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Jake wants to know: Which musician also excelled in a second art from or sport? Tell Jake at 617-906-6638, ⁠⁠⁠disgracel…
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Our found family includes Voldemort, Snow White, and Rudyard Kipling. See us on tour!! Or are those just wax versions of us? https://www.beachtoosandy.com/tour Join our Patreon for Noddy content! https://www.patreon.com/beachtoosandy We have merch! https://www.beachtoosandy.store Xandy's stream: twitch.tv/xandyschiefer Watch clips of your favorite …
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1081. Is an epitome a summary or a shining example? We look at why this word trips people up and how its meaning has changed over time. Then, we take a linguistic safari through the world of baby animal names—and what they tell us about language, culture, and human history. The "baby animal names" segment is by Karen Lunde, a career writer and edit…
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1984. Prince is at his commercial and creative peak. "Purple Rain" – the album, the soundtrack, and the film – is a sensation. But that's when the backlash sets in. That's when Prince's public persona sours, thanks in part to a tell-all story sold by a former bodyguard for a big drug-money payday. All the while, the world is sinking further into ch…
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In this episode, we’re hearing from Curious in Colorado. Our letter today deals with knowing whether jumping onto the community train is worthwhile by understanding the future of community building. To better help Curious in Colorado, I invited Zach Hawtof, Co-Founder, Community Manager, and CEO at Tightknit, as my guest expert. He is someone who h…
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Book a class in June and July and get 50% off! EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Classes An old fisherman sits by the sea, waiting for fish to come. He has seen the world change hugely through his life. But today, something different is waiting in the water: something monstrous. Go to ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Return for the full transcript. Get episodes wi…
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Few pop artists achieved the dizzying creative and career highs that Prince did. An artist who famously stayed away from drugs and most anything that would cause him to lose control, Prince was aided in his legendary musical output by a small army of creative alter egos, who helped him maintain control and helped him reign supreme as one of the gre…
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Desperate to prove their sanity, an unnamed Narrator recounts the events which drove them to commit an unspeakable act. Thank you for joining us for an episode of RavenMad, a Cygnet & Swan production. ‘The Tell-Tale Heart’ was originally written by Edgar Allan Poe. This adaptation was directed by Alexandra Meerbach with sound design by Marli van de…
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The state of Israel is a thriving, bustling democracy. But the freedoms Israelis enjoy today came at the expense of much pain and war immediately at its inception. A recently revealed excerpt from the diary of Israel’s first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion, offers an unfiltered view into the tension-filled beginnings of the Jewish state and remind…
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Slick Rick has one of the most iconic voices in hip hip history. His style is completely his own, and his success owes as much to his delivery as it does to his hustle. Slick Rick worked hard to get to the top, and once he made it he was nearly cut down by drugs and violence - violence inflicted upon him by someone from his inner circle. Listen to …
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1080. Linguist Andrew Cheng explains why people’s accents shift over time, especially when they move—and how YouTubers make perfect data subjects. If you've ever cringed at your old voice recordings, this one’s for you. Andrew Cheng is a professor of linguistics at the University of Hawaii. You can find him on Bluesky at LinguistAndrew. NEW: Sign u…
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This week in the After Party, Jake hears from you about the Mount Rushmore of Guitarists and opines on a recent performance from David Lee Roth. Next week, we're presenting part 2 of the Prince story, and Jake wants to know: Which artist best represented their times? Tell Jake at 617-906-6638, ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠, or on socials @disgracel…
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Apologies for confusing Helen Mirren with the real star of Devil Wears Prada, Diane Keaton. See Christine and her popcorn pants on tour!! https://www.beachtoosandy.com/tour Join our Patreon for Noddy content! https://www.patreon.com/beachtoosandy We have merch! https://www.beachtoosandy.store Xandy's stream: twitch.tv/xandyschiefer Watch clips of y…
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1079. Ever wonder what labels like "informal," "archaic," or "offensive" mean in a dictionary entry? We explain how different dictionaries use labels to describe when, where, and how to use words. Then, we explore why so many babies say "dada" first and why babies say "mama" almost everywhere. The "dictionary labels" segment was written by Susan He…
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