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13/03/2021

Ep. #337 - Tom & Jerry

I don't know if this modern world has broken us, or what, but the clever podcast show notes just aren't flowing right now. This movie is bad and it should feel bad. Get the fuck outta here, Tom & Jerry. From hell's heart, we stab at thee. Wikipedia entry for Tom & Jerry. Movies recommended in this episode: Lucky 12 Hour Shift The Devils Born in Flames

13/03/2021

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1h 40m
26/08/2016

Magic Lessons Ep. 205: “Call Your Real Life By Its True Name” featuring Gary Shteyngart

This week on Magic Lessons, Elizabeth Gilbert advises Colleen, an advertising executive in New York City, who dreams of being a storyteller but fears it's a frivolous pursuit. Colleen hopes to create a one-woman show, mining stories from her childhood growing up in an Irish Catholic family that ran and owned a bar. Liz calls up the writer Gary Shteyngart for additional expertise on the pain and relief that comes with telling family stories. Special Guest: Gary Shteyngart is the award-winning author of the novels Super Sad True Love Story, Absurdistan, and The Russian Debutante’s Handbook. Born in Leningrad, his memoir Little Failure is a candid and moving account of growing up as a Russian emigre in America. Find out more about him and his work at garyshteyngart.com. This week's sponsors: Audible, The Great Courses Plus, and Stamps.com Use the promo code: Lessons

26/08/2016

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1h 19m
18/01/2018

The Adventure Zone: Amnesty - Episode 2

Our heroes take one step closer toward their joined destinies, and learn the truth about the woods outside Kepler in their own ways. Aubrey visits the Lodge. Ned shoots a fan film. Duck gets a visit from an old friend.

18/01/2018

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1h 2m
16/09/2016

Magic Lessons Ep. 208: “Leap Into the Fire” featuring Martha Beck

This week on Magic Lessons, Elizabeth Gilbert advises Hope, a spoken-word poet in Ohio. A self-described introvert, Hope wants to take her poetry to the next level, but she's scared to submit her work to journals and enter poetry slams. She's paralyzed by a deep fear of rejection. Liz calls up her friend, the writer and life coach Martha Beck, for more guidance on Hope’s case. Special Guest: Martha Beck is a speaker, writer, and life coach. Her bestselling books include Expecting Adam, Finding Your Own North Star, and Diana, Herself: An Allegory of Awakening. Beck is also a columnist for O, The Oprah Magazine. Find out more about her at marthabeck.com This week's sponsors: Casper, The Great Courses Plus, and Stamps.com Use the promo code: Lessons

16/09/2016

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1h 20m
08/05/2025 · BONUS

The Adventure Zone Versus Robin Hood: Live in Portland!

Former hero Robin Hood has been stealing from the rich-poor and giving back to the poor-rich, giving the new King of England a headache! King Mutt recruits Lady Godwin and Phileaux to stop him. With a new woodland guide to help them, can the monster hunters track down the secrets of Sherwood Forest? Additional Music in this Episode: '"Thatched Villagers" and "The Britons" by Kevin MacLeod: https://incompetech.com/. Center for Reproductive Rights: https://reproductiverights.org/

08/05/2025 · Bonus

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1h 35m
23/10/2025

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 11

The Trial of Evocation, Part I Four of the massive elementals battle for glory and prizes – but the reward for last-place is death. Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-disco Original Music by Griffin McElroy Additional Music in this Episode: "Unforeseen Consequences (Remastered)" by Techthiest: https://techtheist.ru; "Simple Song" by Jar of Flies: https://jaroffliesofficial.bandcamp.com/; "Touchpoint" by Jason Shaw: https://audionautix.com/; and "Redemption" by Scott Holmes Music: https://scottholmesmusic.com/. Border Angels: https://www.borderangels.org/

23/10/2025

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54 min
16/11/2020

Anjimile on Oliver Mtukudzi's "Vhunze Moto" (2002)

Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi is perhaps Zimbabwe's most renowned and iconic musician. His thoughtful songwriting and exceptional guitar playing spoke truth to power and gave him a loyal fanbase. He went on to become a star in his home country and pioneered a whole new genre of music, Tuku music. His wisdom and messages of affirmation resonated with millions and his music continues to inspire to this day. Singer/songwriter Anjimile sits down with us (remotely) to discuss Tuku's 41st album (!!!) Vhunze Moto. We discuss the impact of Tuku's music in Zimbabwe, the characteristics of Tuku music, and the rules of playlists on long road trips. More on Anjimile Check out Anjimie's new LP Giver TakerAnjimile Just Can't Wait To Be King (NPR)Twitter | InstagramMore on Oliver Mtukudzi Mtukudzi's Tiny Desk ConcertMtukudzi's episode of On Tour on PBSThe Great Tuku: When It Comes to Music, No One Beats Oliver Mtukudzi in Zimbabwe (New African)Show Tracklisting (all songs from Vhunze Moto unless otherwise indicated): Kusekana KwanakambaAnjimile: In Your EyesYave MbodzaWongororoGondoNdakuvaraKusekana KwanakambaGondoLauryn Hill: To ZionWongororoZiva NguvaMoto MotoTapera KuchenekaNdakuvaraMoto MotoLeonard Dembo: ChiteketeThomas Mapfumo: WauraiwaOliver Mtukudzi: Mai VarambaHere is the Spotify playlist of as many songs as we can find on there. If you’re not already subscribed to Heat Rocks in Apple Podcasts, do it here!

16/11/2020

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44 min
23/09/2016

Magic Lessons Ep. 209: “Show Up Before You’re Ready” featuring Glennon Doyle Melton

This week, on the season finale of Magic Lessons, Elizabeth Gilbert takes a deep dive into the some of the season’s themes with writer and activist Glennon Doyle Melton. They talk about Melton’s trajectory from blogger to best-selling author, and she offers a benediction to the eight creators who shared their stories this season. Special Guest: Glennon Doyle Melton is the author of the New York Times bestselling memoirs Love Warrior and Carry On, Warrior:The Power of Embracing Your Messy, Beautiful Life. She’s the creator of the online community Momastery and the founder and president of the non-profit Together Rising, which has raised millions of dollars for families in crisis all over the world. This week's sponsors: Audible.com, Casper.com, TheGreatCoursesPlus.com, and Stamps.com Use the promo code: Lessons

23/09/2016

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56 min
17/07/2025

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 4

The Trial of Abjuration, Part III The fireball continues to hurtle towards the island as the wizards scramble to collect keys and spells before reaching the ziggurat – but is there even more danger awaiting them at the top? Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-disco Original Music by Griffin McElroy Additional Music in this Episode: "Simple Song" by Jar of Flies: https://jaroffliesofficial.bandcamp.com/; "Pure" by Jahzzar: http://www.betterwithmusic.com/; "Blato" by Shay Brahem x Fachhochschule Dortmund: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/shay-braheem/contact; and "Lurking in the Shadows" by Scott Holmes Music: https://scottholmesmusic.com/. Immigrant Defenders Law Center: https://www.immdef.org/

17/07/2025

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58 min
31/07/2025

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 5

With only five minutes remaining before the fireball strikes, the remaining wizards scramble for keys and shelter, and some alliances hold while other falls apart. It’s an all-out wizard battle! Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-disco Original Music by Griffin McElroy Additional Music in this Episode: "Aisles" by Jahzzar: http://www.betterwithmusic.com/; "Unforeseen Consequences (Remastered)" by Techthiest: https://techtheist.ru; and "Eutophic WITH BEAT" by Mystery Mammal: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Tqf9Yj15NqruGjhlKa6yb?si=bPMsyshuT5KVi3MeapM4hw&nd=1&dlsi=4cba1afcb02c42e3. Immigrant Defenders Law Center: https://www.immdef.org/

31/07/2025

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1h 36m

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