Best Velvet Jones Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 174: Raising Leaders at Home and in Business with Janet Krebs 39:48

2d ago39:48

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Janet Krebs' BIO: Janet Krebs is a speaker, strategist, and 4X best-selling author who empowers families and influencers to lead with confidence, self-reliance, and heart. Drawing from her background in consulting, HR, and education—as well as 14 years as "Commander Krebs" in a space flight simulator guiding over 65,000 students—she blends practica…

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Raising Arizona with John Hodgman 2:42:57

3d ago2:42:57

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Jesus Cock, that’s a hot new episode! John Hodgman returns to Blank Check to chat about Raising Arizona, the Coen’s swerve of a follow-up to Blood Simple that trades in the hallmarks of noir for the hallmarks of Looney Tunes. We’re talking about Nic Cage’s sad eyes, Holly Hunter’s year of iconic crying performances, rest stop public pomade, and peo…

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Joy Harjo bends time with her poetry to honor her mother's death 49:53

5d ago49:53

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Honoring the dead by washing the body is a ritual nearly as old as humankind. Jews observe taharah, rooting the practice in Ecclesiastes: “As we come forth, so we shall return.” In Islamic tradition, washing the deceased as an act of devotion and love. Joy Harjo, former poet laureate and citizen of the Muscogee Nation, expected to honor her mother’…

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Rockcast 423 - Nils Goldschmidt of Velvet Chains 20:39

6d ago20:39

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Normally when a band starts to click with the mainstream its after they've been at it for a long time. That's not to say Velvet Chains haven't been grinding, but bassist and founder Nils Goldschmidt didn't even start the band until he was in his early 30s, and they started as cover band playing little bars in the Vegas area. Then inspiration struck…

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Thrashin’ (1986) 53:54

7d ago53:54

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Grab your knee pads and get ready to shred! Hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell tackle the 1986 skateboarding flick Thrashin', starring baby-faced Josh Brolin fresh off The Goonies. This loose Romeo and Juliet adaptation follows Corey Webster as he navigates Venice Beach skate gangs, romance, and the ultimate downhill race—the LA Massacre. Key D…

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271 - The Best Movie Movies of 2025 Thus Far! 1:32:40

8d ago1:32:40

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We’re at the halfway point of 2025 (which means we’re closer to 2050 than 2000, you elderly person, you), so it’s time to count down our favorite Movie Movies of the year THUS FAR! It’s a tradition as old as the show itself, and it’s always a blast to compare our tastes and catalog our faves! Due to circumstances, we had to record this one remotely…

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Episode 173: Human Design in Business with Candy Barone 48:08

9d ago48:08

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Candy Barone's BIO: Candy Barone is a Leadership Alchemist and Human Design Guide, empowering visionary leaders and changemakers to unlock their true leadership potential and lead with clarity, purpose, and alignment. With over 30 years of experience in leadership and business strategy, Candy specializes in helping leaders break free from outdated …

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Blood Simple with Ray Tintori & Jordan Fish 2:45:07

11d ago2:45:07

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Gather round, folks - it’s time to embark upon a journey through one of the most sterling filmographies in American cinema. Our Coen Brothers series - Pod Country for Old Cast - kicks off with Joel and Ethan’s remarkably assured 1984 debut Blood Simple. Coen experts and hosts of the To The White Sea podcast Ray Tintori and Jordan Fish join us to do…

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A new cross-county memoir: ‘The Last American Road Trip’ 50:45

12d ago50:45

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When Sarah Kendzior packs up her family for a road trip across America, she makes sure her kids keep their eyes wide open. She wants them to see this country’s wonders and its flaws. Her new memoir, “The Last American Road Trip,” recounts the dozens of drives they’ve taken since 2016. They leave their home in Missouri and crisscross the country, ev…

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Rockcast 422 - Ryan Patrick of Otherwise and Life By Music 31:57

13d ago31:57

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Ryan Patrick is the guitarist for the band Otherwise, a Las Vegas based band started by him and his brother Adrian. They've had sold out tours, gold records but the music industry did to them what it does to so many great bands and they decided to take the power back by taking some time away. In that process Ryan started a not for profit music teac…

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Episode 172: The Power of Trust in Financial Planning And Networking with Mason Brunsmann 49:29

16d ago49:29

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Mason Brunsmann's BIO: Mason Brunsmann is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® with Sirius Wealth Management, known for delivering comprehensive financial planning and investment management strategies tailored to the unique needs of business owners and families. His specialties include comprehensive financial planning, investment management, risk managem…

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Vamps with Caroline Framke 2:47:25

18d ago2:47:25

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Our Amy Heckerling series comes to an end with 2012’s Vamps, a film produced too late to have an appropriate budget, and too early to be a streaming series. However - we find it charming! Caroline Framke returns to the podcast after 6 years (an eternity for us, but probably a blink for a vampire), and we talk about the pitfalls and pleasures of ete…

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The shadow fighters of the Civil War 51:32

19d ago51:32

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To mark Independence Day, Big Books and Bold Ideas is airing an encore presentation of Kerri Miller’s conversation with historian Patrick O’Donnell about his 2024 book, “The Unvanquished.” The Civil War is remembered for its sweeping battles: Gettysburg, Atlanta, Antietam. Less known are the small troops of men, enlisted by both sides, to fight far…

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American Symphony – Jon Batiste’s Sound of Survival 37:28

20d ago37:28

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In this episode, we dive into American Symphony — the powerful documentary that follows Jon Batiste through a year of creative triumph and personal heartbreak.We talk about the pressure of composing a genre-defying symphony, the vulnerability of fame, and how Batiste navigates love, loss, and legacy in real time. This isn’t just a music doc — it’s …

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Flashdance (1983) 50:43

21d ago50:43

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Flashdance (1983)—Dream Big or Go Home? In this energetic episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell dive into the iconic 1983 film Flashdance. Neither had seen the movie before, leading to some surprising reactions as they examine this influential 80s classic through modern eyes. Nathan reveals how Fla…

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Episode 171: Conversations From The Green Velvet Chair with Laura Ballerini 44:20

23d ago44:20

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Laura Ballerini's BIO: Perspective shifter, Laura Ballerini is an accomplished designer who has been running a thriving communications firm for over 25 years. She started her creative journey in the Advertising Department of The Calgary Herald—during the heyday of newspapers. Ballerini has a degree in Visual Communications from The Alberta Universi…

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I Could Never Be Your Woman with Karen Chee 2:22:36

25d ago2:22:36

2:22:36

Michelle Pfeiffer stars as Amy Heckerling and Paul Rudd stars as ????? in a totally normal movie that might actually be a voodoo curse made against Amy’s enemies. Oh, also Saorise Ronan makes her FILM DEBUT. What a picture! The incomparable Karen Chee joins us to talk about 2007’s I Could Never Be Your Woman, a movie that was financed by a French s…

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'Behind the Red Velvet Curtain' 55:25

26d ago55:25

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Joy Womack made history when she became the first American to join Russia’s famed Bolshoi Ballet Theater. But getting there was a journey that took a grueling physical and emotional toll. Her new memoir, “Behind the Velvet Red Curtain,” written with MPR News journalist Elizabeth Shockman, is an intimate retelling of what happened when Womack moved …

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Rockcast 421 - Dillon Jones of Nerv 21:44

27d ago21:44

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The band Nerv is a story as old as rock and roll itself. The lead singer has a band that implodes, another band needs a singer, and it's like they were soulmates. 8 years ago, Dillon and the rest of the band Nerv experienced that exact story. Then, a few years ago, their song "Bad Habits" blew up everywhere. But this band is doing it their way; the…

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28 Years Later 2:55:29

1M ago2:55:29

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Blank Check is going back to the British Isles with Danny Boyle, Alex Garland, and one extraordinarily well-endowed zombie this week as they discuss 28 Years Later. This movie has so much to love in it – wet bones, third-act Ralph Fiennes, Jodie Comer doing a thing, the Angel of the North, Teletubbies, the aforementioned well-endowed zombies, mind-…

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In ‘Sleep,’ Honor Jones examines the paradox of parenthood 50:48

1M ago50:48

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Honor Jones’ debut novel, “Sleep,” begins in the damp undergrowth of a blackberry bush, where main character Margaret is playing a game. It’s a quintessential childhood moment that ends with trauma that marks her forever. But like many kids, Margaret doesn’t quite know how to hold this painful thing, and the adults in her life are no help. So she s…

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Rockcast 420 - Rory Rodriguez of Dayseeker 22:32

1M ago22:32

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Dayseeker has released a new song as part of an upcoming album, and lead singer Rory Rodriguez says, "It's darker, it's more horror-themed, but it's not as sad." He's referring to the 2022 album Dark Sun, which really launched this band into a new level of popularity and even gave them their first two mainstream rock singles. Check out Dayseeker on…

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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) 1:02:36

1M ago1:02:36

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The Darkest Indiana Jones Adventure In this episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell dive into the controversial second installment of the Indiana Jones franchise, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984). This prequel to Raiders of the Lost Ark takes our hero to Shanghai and then India for what ma…

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270 - Megan: Impossible - The Road to *The Final Reckoning (Part Seven) 1:45:03

1M ago1:45:03

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It’s official: Megan is now caught up for The Final Reckoning. Granted, we’ve all actually seen The Final Reckoning by now, but we are nothing if not completists, and we desperately needed to record this one before the last film hit theaters !! So enjoy this, the penultimate episode in our franchise dissection (we will be waiting for home video to …

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Loser with Chandler Levack 2:35:48

1M ago2:35:48

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The song. The hat. The…casual date rape?!!? In what should have been Amy Heckerling’s “blank check” after the success of Clueless, 2000’s Loser is a real LOSER. Filmmaker Chandler Levack joins us to chat about this technically-not-a-remake-of-The-Apartment “comedy” that gets college surprisingly wrong. Come for the Wheatus talk, stay for the in-dep…

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Neuroscientist Emily Falk links choice to change in ‘What We Value’ 51:34

1M ago51:34

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If you’ve spent time this week doomscrolling on your phone — even though you know it’s not good for you, that it ramps up anxiety and you’d be better off taking a walk or just going to bed — Emily Falk’s new book is for you. “What We Value” is a peek behind the mental curtain. Why do our brains intend one thing and do another? Why is lasting change…

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Rockcast 419 - Johannes Eckerstrom of Avatar 25:34

1M ago25:34

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What can I say about Johannes Eckerstrom that hasn't already been said? This guy is always a treat to talk to, from his introspection to his philosophy, to Avatar's incredible, if not sometimes frightful music, he always has something interesting to say. Avatar just put out a new song called "Captain Goat" from an as-of-yet unannounced new album. T…

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Clueless with Heidi Gardner 2:40:12

2M ago2:40:12

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Okay, so you’re probably going, “Is this like a Noxzema commercial or what?” But seriously, this is actually a way normal podcast about one of David Sims’ favorite movies! SNL’s Heidi Gardner (a total betty) joins us to talk about Amy Heckerling’s beloved Jane Austen adaptation, and we’re rolling with the homies. Join us for Alicia Silverstone and …

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Amanda Nguyen shares how her sexual assault propelled her to activism in new book 51:18

2M ago51:18

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Amanda Nguyen was aiming for the stars when she was accepted as a student at Harvard. She dreamed of becoming an astronaut. But in her senior year of college, she was raped. That propelled her into a public role as activist to change an infuriating gap in the law when it comes to rape survivors. “When I found out that my rape kit could be destroyed…

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Rockcast 418 - Justin Benlolo of Brkn Love 32:01

2M ago32:01

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Before the release of their self-titled debut in early 2020, weeks before the pandemic struck, the band BRKN Love had been on the road doing what all new bands do. They were paying their dues and building a fan base, which included me. Since then, they have put out two more albums, each one doing just a bit better than the previous. Justin Benlolo …

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Blue Velvet (1986) 1:07:35

2M ago1:07:35

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David Lynch's Dark Suburban Masterpiece Join hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell with special guests Andy Nelson and Pete Wright as they dive into David Lynch's controversial classic Blue Velvet (1986), a film that exposed the dark underbelly beneath idyllic small-town America. When college student Jeffrey Beaumont (Kyle MacLachlan) discovers a …

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One to One: John & Yoko 50:00

2M ago50:00

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We explore One to One: John & Yoko, the intimate documentary capturing John Lennon and Yoko Ono in a pivotal moment of activism, artistry, and personal transformation. From the 1972 Madison Square Garden concerts to behind-the-scenes moments of political passion and creative vision, we trace how the couple reshaped public perception—and each other.…

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Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning 3:00:09

2M ago3:00:09

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Griffin, David, Ben, and Marie accepted the mission. They live and pod in the shadows, for those they hold close, and for those they never meet. They also have a few notes for Tom Cruise and Chris McQuarrie with regards to Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning. Join the crew as they break down all the problems of this latest (and final???) inst…

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‘Walk Softly on This Heart of Mine’ talks about bars, the blues and belonging 51:51

2M ago51:51

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A neighborhood bar is a peculiar thing. The people who frequent it develop a rapport, a kind of familiarity that makes them feel ownership. But time rolls on, and no place is untouched by the changes it brings — not the bar nor the people in it. Texas native Callie Collins knows a thing or two about bars. That’s why she set her newest novel, “Walk …

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Terms & Conditions 1:26:46

2M ago1:26:46

1:26:46

Send us a text Know exactly what you’re signing up for and always read the terms & conditionsBy Velvet Jones & Qaadi

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Rockcast 417 - Josh Katz of Badflower 17:59

2M ago17:59

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Over the past decade, it's been the band Badflower to take a torch once carried by bands like My Chemical Romance and carry it into the realms of modern rock. Lead singer Josh Katz wears his heart on his sleeve with lyrics that resonate with anyone, no matter what they might be going through. That has never been more evident than on their latest si…

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Episode 170: When You Know You Are Made For More with Alison Jones 44:23

2M ago44:23

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Alison's Bio: Alison C. Jones is a leadership transformation speaker and coach, and the founder of Wellness Society LLC. She’s the best-selling author of Character Leadership, a book focused on building healthy leadership from the inside out. With a master’s in industrial/organizational psychology, multiple certifications in wellness, change manage…

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Look Who's Talking Too with Max Minghella 2:35:32

2M ago2:35:32

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The Ubriacco family are back and - can you believe it? - they’re still talking! Actor and filmmaker Max Minghella joins us to talk about Look Who’s Talking Too, the contractually-obligated, quickly produced sequel to Amy Heckerling’s surprise hit. We’re talking about Mr. Toilet Man (he eats your pee pee and poo poo), Elias Koteas’ Mr. Scary Uncle M…

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Rockcast 416 - Dave Stephens of We Came As Romans 23:16

2M ago23:16

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Losing a band member is one thing, but losing a member to a tragic death is an entirely another thing. We Came As Romans lost their singer, Kyle Pavone, in 2018 to what was ruled an accidental overdose. That's a hard task to overcome, but not for this band. We Came as Romans have overcome everything thrown at them, and not only did they survive, bu…

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Karen Russell blends history and fantasy in her new novel 55:15

2M ago55:15

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How do you carry someone else’s memory — both in body and in mind? The prairie witch in Karen Russell’s fantastical new novel, “The Antidote,” describes it as a pressure and a weight. She has the ability to receive the memories of her fellow citizens in a small failing town in Nebraska, which offers relief to anyone who feels like their pasts are t…

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The Little Mermaid (1989) 59:33

2M ago59:33

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A Disney Renaissance Classic Join hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell with special guest Mandy Kaplan as they dive under the sea to explore Disney's animation breakthrough The Little Mermaid. This 1989 film marked the beginning of the Disney Renaissance and set the template for modern Disney princess stories with its memorable songs and colorful…

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Look Who's Talking with Hillary Busis 2:25:04

2M ago2:25:04

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In perhaps the spermiest film we’ve ever covered, John Travolta and Kirstie Alley hang out with a baby voiced by Bruce Willis and Amy Heckerling gets revenge on Harold Ramis. As David Sims says early in this episode - Look Who’s Talking is a VERY RICH text. Vanity Fair’s Hillary Busis joins us to talk about this 1989 “forgotbuster,” a film that mad…

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Shigehiro Oishi says a ‘psychologically rich life’ is important to consider in his new book 37:00

2M ago37:00

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For many people, a good life is a stable life — a life that’s predictable and filled with purpose. For others, happiness the point. They embrace moments of bliss and satisfaction. But what about a life that’s focused on curiosity, exploration and a variety of experiences that broaden our world? University of Chicago psychology professor Shigehiro O…

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Rockcast 415 - Jeremy DePoyster of The Devil Wears Prada 20:19

2M ago20:19

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20 years is a long time to be in a band, but sometimes it takes that long to truly break through and become more than just underground heroes. The Devil Wears Prada is doing exactly that with a string of recent hits and a new song, "For You," that's poised to take the band to new heights. Plus, you'd be hard pressed to find a better live band than …

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269 - Heathers 1:39:16

2M ago1:39:16

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As the newest recruit to the Movie Movie team it was only right for Megan to have a turn picking a movie for the show. Somehow, she found a film that neither Stephen nor Dan had seen before: the cult classic dark comedy Heathers! Join us as we discuss this bizarre ‘80s treat that feels all too relevant today. We laugh, we cry, we love our dead gay …

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National Lampoon's European Vacation with Jon Gabrus 2:46:00

2M ago2:46:00

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Congratulations! You’ve won an all-expenses-paid vacation with Griffin, David, Ben, and Jon Gabrus to Europe! Only downside is…well, you have to watch this movie. From the strange cultural stereotypes to the unfortunate lack of jokes, Amy Heckerling’s sequel to National Lampoon’s Vacation isn’t the smoothest trip. But, it certainly gives us an excu…

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Rockcast 414 - Sam Carter of Architects 26:09

3M ago26:09

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After 11 studio albums, you might think a band is starting to get meh, but that is definitely not the case with Architects. Their latest offering, The Sky, The Earth & All Between, sees the band exploring their sound in a way that just works. Produced by former Bring Me The Horizon keyboardist and songwriter Jordan Fish, the sounds are all there. F…

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Talking Volumes: Peter Geye on ‘A Lesser Light’ 1:29:16

3M ago1:29:16

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“A Lesser Light” is Minnesota writer Peter Geye’s sixth novel, and he says he couldn’t have written it earlier in life. The story revolves around a cold and often hostile marriage. It’s 1910, and husband Theodulf is the newly commissioned caretaker of a grand lighthouse situated on the treacherous shore of Lake Superior. His new bride, Willa, has b…

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Episode 169: Your Body In Your Business with Lila Veronica 40:40

3M ago40:40

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Lila Veronica's Bio: As a Speaker, Coach and CEO of The Riverstone Movement School, Lila Veronica helps high-performers, business owners & organizational leaders own their worth & shift the physical component of their lives. She integrates mindfulness & movement into their mental-mastery journey, so her clients reach a greater potential faster with…

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Return of the Jedi (1983) 1:02:08

3M ago1:02:08

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The Epic Conclusion to the Original Star Wars Trilogy Join hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell, along with special guest Francis Zagarigo, as they dive into the thrilling conclusion of the original Star Wars trilogy—Return of the Jedi (1983). This episode explores how the final installment wraps up the saga with its unforgettable characters, ico…

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