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StorystruckTRIGGER WARNING: Healing Through Memoir: A Conversation with Alison Perry SowerTigger warning for discussions of veteran suicide and trauma in this episode.In this conversation, Allison Perry Sower shares her journey as a military family member, trauma therapist, and nonprofit founder. She discusses the impact of her brother's military service on her life, her experiences working with veterans, and the challenges of writing a memoir about her personal and professional journey. The discussion also covers the healing power of storytelling, the complexities of the publishing process, and the importance of community support for writers.Takeaways:The intersection of personal trauma and writing which has...2025-08-0650 min
All Fantasy Everything2024 Pop Culture (w/ Alison Herman)A couple of weeks late but we're here now.Guest:Alison Herman (IG @aherman2006, X @aherman2006)Support the show!Join the All Fantasy Everything Patreon for ad-free episodes, mailbags, and video pre-rolls.Advertise on AFE!Advertise on All Fantasy Everything via Gumball.fm.Follow the Good Vibes Gang on social media:Ian Karmel (X @IanKarmel, IG @IanKarmel)Sean Jordan (X @SeanSJordan, IG @SeancougarmelonJordan)David Gborie (IG @Coolguyjokes87)Isaac...2025-01-162h 30
A Very Good Year2017 with Alison Herman“Variety” TV critic Alison Herman had just moved to Los Angeles in the year of our lord 2017, and she joins us to recall, with fondness, the cockeyed comedy of “Phantom Thread,” the deft commentary of “Get Out,” and the totally not-divisive pleasures of “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-311h 11
The Next Step Podcast with Alison SimmonsLess is More: A Strategic Content Marketing For Growing Your Business with Abby HermanIn today’s episode of The Next Step Podcast, we're peeling back the curtain on content marketing with Abby Herman, a Fractional Marketing Director, Content Strategist, and Podcast Manager who knows all about boosting business visibility with personalized strategies. Abby’s journey from a single mom and teacher looking for a side hustle to a content marketing master is rooted in her firm belief that you don't have to be everywhere online to make an impact. She argues for a more focused, strategic approach to where and how you show up in the digital world. If you...2024-03-1932 min
Extra Hot Great: This Week In TVBuying Our Tickets To The Shōgun ShowJames Clavell's doorstop of a novel Shōgun was already adapted as a network miniseries when your three regular panelists were all kids. Now it's getting a cable and streaming take, and you know what that means: beheadings and boobs! Variety TV critic Alison Herman returns to join us in describing everything ELSE that's also going on. Around The Dial takes us through S03 of Abbott Elementary, S02 of Tokyo Vice, and the grand (or is it) finale of True Detective: Night Country. Returning submitter Francoise makes a case for the Better Things episode "Rising" to be inducted into the C...2024-02-2859 minAll Fantasy Everything2023 Pop Culture (w/ Alison Herman, David Gborie, and Sean Jordan)For the eighth straight year, we debate whether or not the eclipse was a pop culture event.Episode Guest:Alison Herman @aherman2006 (IG: @aherman2006)Support the show!Join the All Fantasy Everything Patreon for ad-free episodes, mailbags, and video pre-rolls.Advertise on AFE!Advertise on All Fantasy Everything via Gumball.fm.Follow the Good Vibes Gang on social media:Ian Karmel @IanKarmel (IG: @IanKarmel)Sean Jordan @SeanSJordan (IG: @SeancougarmelonJordan)David...2024-01-042h 49
Exiting Through The 2010sPhantom Thread with Alison HermanAlison Herman (Variety) joins us for Paul Thomas Anderson’s beloved dissection into codependency and gender dynamics in 2017’s phenonomal PHANTOM THREAD. Together, we remember how remarkable Vicky Krieps was, showing the film to your partner, Jonny Greenwood’s score which is one of the best of the decade and how this toxic relationship compares best to Gary and Alana of LICORICE PIZZA 2023-12-302h 27
Ringer DishWhat Does ‘Saltburn’ Have to Say About Friendship? | What About Your Friends?Erika is joined this week by Variety television critic Alison Herman to break down the friendships in Emerald Fennell’s new movie, ‘Saltburn,’ and have a spoiler-filled discussion about its point of view on friendship across class.If you have any thoughts about ‘Saltburn’ or friendship across class lines, please email us at whataboutyourfriendspod@gmail.com.Host: Erika RamirezGuest: Alison HermanProducer: Sasha AshallTheme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-11-2938 min
Zaka Presents: My Journey#98 Zaka Presents My Journey Shameika Alison ChanJoin us on a captivating episode as we delve into the life of Shameika Allison Chan, a remarkable cross-functional leader who has navigated the seas of marketing, strategy, and operations for over 18+ years. But this is no ordinary tale – Shameika's journey is intricately woven with the rich threads of her immigrant heritage.Her parents hailed from Guyana, Shameika's roots stand as the driving force propelling her relentless determination and remarkable accomplishments. From humble beginnings to her current roles as Director and Chief of Staff at The Honey Pot Company, and as a Founder of the innovative Our Ta...2023-08-101h 10
Extra Hot Great: This Week In TVDon't Let Reservation Dogs LieReservation Dogs is back on FX/Hulu this week, and Variety's Alison Herman is back on EHG to talk about the show's final season: realistic teenage-character arcs, spiritual cousins to Atlanta, and the meanings of "home." We went Around The Dial with This Fool, Minx's second season, and Hunted, aka "the darkest Amazing Race" (which we completely forgot we covered the American version of in a long-ago episode) before Tara took the solo on a Girls5Eva Canon pitch. The Glovers' future won, the former Arrow lost, and we set our minds to siblings of the small screen in Game...2023-08-021h 15
Criticism Is DeadSUCCESSION SENDOFF episode 5: "Kill List" feat. Alison HermanShow Notes
This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our special series following along Succession’s fourth and final season. This week we're joined by Variety's TV critic, Alison Herman.
In episode five, "Kill List", the Waystar-Royco squadron meet their GoJo counterparts in Norway to try and finish the deal, but negotiations get inevitably trickier than they anticipated.
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Artwork and design: Sara M...2023-04-2436 min
Real Time StrategyHBO’s The Last of Us Review with TV Critic Alison HermanTV critic Alison Herman has not played The Last of Us. Hosts Kaitlyn Red Wing and Sam Mosher consider it one of their favorite games of all time. Together, the trio reviews HBO’s hit adaptation of the game and discusses its successful creative decisions, award-worthy performances, and what its popularity says about pop culture today.
Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro / Getting to Know Alison (Favorite TV Shows)
9:54 - HBO’s The Last of Us Review
13:06 - Favorite Moments and Episodes
17:54 - Why The Last of Us Succeeds as a Gam...2023-03-241h 07
OnWriting: A Podcast of the WGA EastSarah Polley, "Women Talking"Host Alison Herman talks to writer-director Sarah Polley about finding a balance between reality and allegory in a film adapted from a fictional novel based on true events, how her process has changed since becoming a parent and recovering from a head injury, what writing (and rewriting) this film taught her about rigor, and much more. Sarah Polley a writer, director, and actor. She wrote and directed the 2006 film AWAY FROM HER, which earned her first Academy Award nomination for adapted screenplay, as well as the 2011 film TAKE THIS WALZ, the 2012 documentary STORIES WE TELL, and is...2023-02-1742 minOnWriting: A Podcast of the WGA EastDavid Magee, "A Man Called Otto," "Lady Chatterley's Lover," "The School for Good and Evil"Host Alison Herman talks to David Magee about writing three films that were released in the same year, adaptation as a form of translation, exploring the deeper cause of pain and bitterness in both Chatterley and Otto, and much more. David Magee is the Academy Award-nominated screenwriter of FINDING NEVERLAND, THE LIFE OF PI, MARY POPPINS RETURNS and many more. His credits in 2022 include an impressive three feature films: THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL, now streaming on Netflix; an adaptation of D. H. Lawrence's LADY CHATTERLEY'S LOVER, also streaming on Netflix. And finally, A...2023-01-2342 minOnWriting: A Podcast of the WGA EastSharon Horgan, "Bad Sisters"Host Alison Herman talks to Sharon Horgan about how she kept her stories straight when writing across two timelines, her tips for pitching a project, the universal ideas at the heart of a story about four sisters failing spectacularly at attempting murder, and more. Sharon Horgan is an acclaimed writer, actress, producer, and director, best known for her multiple award-winning sitcom CATASTROPHE, which she co-wrote and starred in with Rob Delaney. Her other writing credits include the BBC comedy series PULLING, the comedy series SHINING VALE, and the BBC sitcom MOTHERLAND. As an actress, Sharon is kno...2023-01-2038 min
All Fantasy Everything2022 Pop Culture (w/ Alison Herman, David Gborie, Sean Jordan)2022 was BUCK! We had to wait until the year was actually over before we did our annual recap. Well the year is over so here ya go! It's the annual All Fantasy Everything Pop Culture draft!
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Sean...2023-01-122h 07OnWriting: A Podcast of the WGA EastNoah Baumbach, "White Noise"Host Alison Herman talks to writer and director Noah Baumbach about the adaptation process, how his frequent collaborators influence and inform his work, and much more. Noah Baumbach is the writer/co-writer and director of more than a dozen feature films, starting with KICKING AND SCREAMING in 1995. His 2005 film THE SQUID AND THE WHALE and his 2020 film MARRIAGE STORY were both nominated for the Academy and Writers Guild awards for Original Screenplay. Most recently, he wrote and directed the absurdist dramedy WHITE NOISE. An adaptation of the 1985 Don DeLillo novel of the same name, the...2022-12-2338 minOnWriting: A Podcast of the WGA EastLena Dunham, "Catherine Called Birdy"Host Alison Herman is joined by Lena Dunham to talk about the challenges of adaptation, the impact of success at an early age, discovering a love for outlining, and how it all comes back to the writing. Lena Dunham is the writer and director of several feature films, including TINY FURNITURE and SHARP STICK, as well as the creator and star of the acclaimed HBO series GIRLS. Most recently, she is the writer and director of CATHERINE CALLED BIRDY. CATHERINE CALLED BIRDY is an adaptation of the 1994 novel of the same name by Karen Cushman...2022-12-0243 minOnWriting: A Podcast of the WGA EastSeth Reiss and Will Tracy, "The Menu"Host Alison Herman talks to THE MENU co-writers Will Tracy and Seth Reiss about the transition from satirical newspaper to late-night to feature writing, finding humor in sadness, the shared qualities between restaurant kitchens and writing rooms, and much more. Will Tracy and Seth Reiss are veterans of late-night shows like LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER and LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS, and before that, the satirical newspaper The Onion. Their first-ever feature screenplay is THE MENU, a horror satire that is set in the world of fine dining. The film was released in...2022-11-2546 minOnWriting: A Podcast of the WGA EastJames Gray, "Armageddon Time"Host Alison Herman talks to writer and director James Gray about his upbringing as a secular Jew in Queens, attempting to empathize with Maryanne Trump, the purpose of art in encouraging empathy across class and racial lines, and more. James Gray is the writer and director of eight feature films, beginning with his 1999 debut LITTLE ODESSA, as well as films like the 2007 crime thriller WE OWN THE NIGHT and the 2013 drama THE IMMIGRANT, and the 2016 biopic THE LOST CITY OF Z. Most recently, he directed Brad Pitt in the 2019 space drama AD ASTRA, which he co-wrote with...2022-11-1153 min
CringewatchersS3 Ep3: House of the Dragon and the Feminine Ordeal (with Alison Herman)Alison has seen beyond the CGI...and it was glorious
Show watched: House of the Dragon, S1 Ep 6, “The Princess and the Queen”
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Dallas DL Engram cr...2022-10-2742 minOnWriting: A Podcast of the WGA EastDavid O. Russell, "Amsterdam"Host Alison Herman talks to writer and director David O. Russell about themes like love and loyalty in AMSTERDAM, his long collaboration with actors like Christian Bale, his real life work with organizations like Ghetto Film School to increase representation in Hollywood, and more. David O. Russell is a writer and director known for films like THE FIGHTER, SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK, AMERICAN HUSTLE, and JOY. He has received numerous accolades for his screenplays, including three Academy and Writers Guild Award and two Golden Globe nominations, and two BAFTA and Independent Spirit Awards. He has also received multiple...2022-10-0743 minOnWriting: A Podcast of the WGA EastEpisode 89: David Jenkins, "Our Flag Means Death"Host Alison Herman talks to OUR FLAG MEANS DEATH showrunner David Jenkins about the creative freedoms that come with a virtual writer's room, why the true story of pirates Stede Bonnet and Blackbeard makes the most sense as a romance, the labor implications of ratings transparency in the streaming age, and much more. David Jenkins is a television writer, showrunner, producer, and playwright. He’s known for creating the 2016 TBS sci-fi comedy series PEOPLE OF EARTH, and for his work as creator and showrunner of the acclaimed HBO Max pirate workplace rom-com series OUR FLAG MEANS DEATH....2022-09-0244 min
Extra Hot Great: This Week In TVShould You Make An Offer On The Ugliest House In America?Wretched real estate, Retta, and rocks indoors -- The Ugliest House In America is back, and so is Alison Herman, as we debate which of the houses "in paradise" is the most hideous, talk Sarah through money-pit PTSD, and wonder if we haven't finally found a show that actually belonged on Quibi. Then we went Around The Dial with a Hider In My House follow-up, Rap Sh!t, and Black Bird before Tara tried to stock the Canon aisles with a fourth-season Superstore. Teachers won, cops lost, and Number 5 was alive for a Nielsens Game Time. Take a break...2022-07-271h 00Criticism Is DeadMid-year top TV shows of 2022 feat. Alison HermanThis week's episode of Criticism Is Dead is a mid-year special: our respective top 5 picks for TV from 2022 so far.
02:59 TV!
We're joined by a special guest: Alison Herman, a writer for The Ringer, friend of the pod, and one of our favorite critics. Follow her on Twitter (@aherman2006) and check out her work for The Ringer, including a recent interview with FBoy Island's Nikki Glaser.
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The Rehashers: YoungerThe Beginning of an Era with TV Critic Alison HermanIn today’s episode we chat with Alison Herman, culture and television staff writer at The Ringer, about her article “Ten Years Later, ‘Greek’ Remains TV’s Gold Standard for the College Experience.” Follow Alison on Twitter: @aherman2006 and check out her article here: https://www.theringer.com/platform/amp/tv/2021/3/5/22314682/greek-tv-show-10-year-anniversary2022-07-0542 minAll Fantasy Everything2021 Pop Culture (w/ Alison Herman, Sean Jordan, David Gborie)YOU WANTED, YOU GOT IT! We try to salvage something from the wreckage of 2021. (You know, other than Ian getting engaged, Sean having a baby and David's whirlwind tour of Europe.)
January 15th! We're doing a live virtual show and tickets are FREE! Register at hopin.com/events/afe/registration.
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Alison Herman @aherman2006 IG: @aherman2006
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Alison Rosen Is Your New Best FriendTim Kalpakis's Sitting Desk, Jackie Johnson's Insomnia, Is Squid Game Scary? Tim Kalpakis has switched from a standing desk to sitting desk and he gets the hype. Jackie is decorating her new office and has a fancy Herman Miller chair. The whole episode isn't about chairs though. It's also about tik tok, Jackie's cool new wearable tech ring, insomnia, Squid Game, Theta waves, happy endings at massage parlors and more! We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen 2021-10-071h 27
Elementary, My DearsEMD 020 - Dead Man's Switch or Avarice in WonderlandGeorge and Alison are joined by Neil Brown of The Mogwai Minute to discuss Elementary's 20th episode.Episode logline:A blackmailer uses tapes of underage girls to get money from their fathers. When Holmes witnesses the blackmailer's murder, it becomes a race to find out who his accomplice is and prevent the videos from being released on the Internet.Social Media:Elementary My Dears on Instagram, Twitter, and FacebookNeil on Twitter and InstagramShow Notes:Dead man’s switch Types of men’s shi...2021-10-062h 23
The Creative Nonfiction Podcast with Brendan O'MearaEpisode 268: Overcoming Bad Viewing Hygiene with The Ringer's Alison HermanAlison Herman (@aherman2006) is a critic for The Ringer. Her piece on David Gelb, Jiro Dreams of Sushi, and the Chef's Table industrial complex prompted this great conversation. Social media: @CNFPod Support: Patreon.com/cnfpod Show notes/links: brendanomeara.com2021-07-231h 06
The AwakenizerThe Awakenizer - Ishta Devi: Trauma & HealingThis podcast is about waking up to new ways of looking at and living life. Sometimes you discover fun and intriguing new perspectives on the world we live in but sometimes it means you can become aware of the not so nice things…the things you’d rather not look at. In today’s episode I want to talk about the latter, I want to talk about trauma. Ishta Devi is a clinical hypnotherapist, trauma Informed life coach and counsellor, breath and meditation guide and tantra practitioner. In Ishta’s words, her dharma...2021-07-011h 02
Not Financial AdviceShadow Banned By Jack Dorsey (Feat. Alison Herman)This week special guest Alison Herman (The Ringer) meets the boys in the studio to break down depictions of finance in pop culture, determine whether Twitter is a buy, and decide whether the old should live with the young.2021-06-071h 05Criticism Is DeadMade for Love feat. Alison HermanWe discuss Made for Love, the new HBO Max adaptation of Alissa Nutting's novel, about the wife of a tech billionaire who tries to escape their toxic 10-year marriage, only to find that he's everywhere she is.
It's dark, cynical, and dystopic — but also zany, absurd, and wry. Truly a work for the end of the world AKA our bleak future!!!!
We're joined by a special guest: the very smart and funny Alison Herman, who writes mostly about TV for the Ringer. Follow her on Twitter (@aherman2006) and read her review of _Made for Love_....2021-04-1344 min
Extra Hot Great: This Week In TVIs Waffles + Mochi The Cream Of The Crop?We're thrilled the third time was the charm for our guest Alison Herman, as we all dug into the pro-cooking kids' show from the Obama-tainment industrial complex, Waffles + Mochi. We talked about "variety" shows for children, whether Mrs. Obama is as stiff as Mochi is adorable, and supplemental tomato facts before going Around The Dial with Step Up: High Water, kid 90, Allen vs. Farrow, Greek, Last Chance U: Basketball, and famous original 9-1-1. Dave hoped a first-season episode of Warrior had a fighting chance to get into the Canon. British divorces won, American engagements lost, and we all...2021-03-171h 16
Listen and Learn on the Go With Our Captivating Free AudiobookMoby Dick Audiobook by Herman MelvilleListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 518380
Title: Moby Dick
Author: Herman Melville
Narrator: Jonathan Epstein
Format: Unabridged
Length: 25:09:41
Language: English
Release date: 03-08-21
Publisher: Alison Larkin Presents
Genres: Fiction & Literature, Classics
Summary:
Melville's epic tale of one man versus a great white whale will delight Melville devotees as well as those who have yet to sail on this adventure in this mesmerizing new recording read by Jonathan Epstein.
The mountain whose whale-like shape first gave Melville the idea of writing Moby Dick rests in the Berkshire Hills, Massachusetts, a short drive away from...2021-03-081h 09
Get Lost In A Thought-Provoking Full Audiobook On Your Commute.Moby Dick by Herman MelvillePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/518380to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Moby Dick
Author: Herman Melville
Narrator: Jonathan Epstein
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 25 hours 9 minutes
Release date: March 8, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.67 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Classics
Publisher's Summary:
Melville's epic tale of one man versus a great white whale will delight Melville devotees as well as those who have yet to sail on this adventure in this mesmerizing new recording read by Jonathan Epstein. The mountain whose whale-like shape first gave Melville the idea of writing Moby Dick rests in the Berkshire Hills, Massachusetts, a...2021-03-081h 09Access Must-Have Full Audiobooks in Literature, ClassicsMoby Dick by Herman MelvillePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/518380to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Moby Dick
Author: Herman Melville
Narrator: Jonathan Epstein
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 25 hours 9 minutes
Release date: March 8, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.67 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Classics
Publisher's Summary:
Melville's epic tale of one man versus a great white whale will delight Melville devotees as well as those who have yet to sail on this adventure in this mesmerizing new recording read by Jonathan Epstein. The mountain whose whale-like shape first gave Melville the idea of writing Moby Dick rests in the Berkshire Hills, Massachusetts, a...2021-03-081h 09
All Fantasy Everything2020 Pop Culture (w/ Alison Herman, Sean Jordan, David Gborie)It's the 2020 Pop Culture Fantasy Draft! Alison Herman is back to sift through whatever redeemable ephemera this horrible year left us with!Episode Guest:Alison Herman @aherman2006 IG: @aherman2006Sponsors:Mack Weldon: Get 20% off your first order at mackweldon.com/allfantasy and enter promo code 'allfantasy'.BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/allfantasy.Honey: Get Honey for free at joinhoney.com/ALLFANTASY.Support the show!Join the All Fantasy Everything Patreon for exclusive mailbag and movie watch-a-long episodes. Check it all out...2020-12-241h 57
So You Want to Start a Business with Ingrid ThompsonE120 Delia Folk and Alison Bruhn; helping women live a stylish and fearless life!Founded by mother-daughter duo Alison Bruhn and Delia Folk, The Style That Binds Us is the original next-generation women’s media company and community, exploring the cross section of style and culture. The brand encompasses The Style That Binds Us YouTube channel, podcast, blog & VIP shopping experiences, with a mission to support women by taking the stress out of getting dressed or going shopping by offering style tips and introductions to new under-the-radar-brands. Their website says: Walk with the duo as they take you behind the curtain of the fashion industry. In this epis...2020-06-071h 02
Kait CoachingAre You Insecure AF?The girls are remote again this week, and dive right into Morgan's birthday, Amanda's quarantine-brain, and an awkward invitation Kaitlyn gets... They discuss the recent situation that came between Alison Roman and Chrissy Teigen, and how women can support one another while still having differing opinions. When you're caddy - are you really just insecure? The girls share their perspectives while pushing us all to find peace within ourselves in order to truly support other women.2020-05-2556 min
All Fantasy Everything2019 Pop Culture (w/ Alison Herman, Sean Jordan and David Gborie)A tradition like no other! Alison Herman is back to recap (and draft) the year in pop culture for the FOURTH time!Episode Guest:Alison Herman @aherman2006 IG: @aherman2006Support the show!Sponsors:Manscaped: Get 20% Off and free shipping with the code ALLFANTASY.Join the All Fantasy Everything Patreon for exclusive mailbag and movie watch-a-long episodes. Check it all out at www.patreon.com/AllFantasy.Rate All Fantasy Everything 5-stars on Apple Podcasts.Decide the winner on the All Fantasy Everything Twitter poll @AllFanta...2019-12-262h 24
Unlock A Binge-Worthy Full Audiobook On Your Commute.Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence--From Domestic Abuse to Political Terror by Judith Lewis HermanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/405305to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence--From Domestic Abuse to Political Terror
Author: Judith Lewis Herman
Narrator: Alison Mathews, Xe Sands
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 34 minutes
Release date: December 10, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.58 of Total 19
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 3
Genres: Mental Health & Psychology
Publisher's Summary:
The groundbreaking work on trauma that remains a “classic for our generation” (Bessel van der Kolk, MD, author of The Body Keeps the Score) Trauma and Recovery is the foundational text on understanding trauma survivors. By placing individual experience in a political fram...2019-12-1011h 34Dive Into This Sensational Full Audiobook — Perfect This Weekend.Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence--From Domestic Abuse to Political Terror by Judith Lewis HermanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/405305to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence--From Domestic Abuse to Political Terror
Author: Judith Lewis Herman
Narrator: Alison Mathews, Xe Sands
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 34 minutes
Release date: December 10, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.58 of Total 19
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 3
Genres: Medicine & Naturopathy
Publisher's Summary:
The groundbreaking work on trauma that remains a “classic for our generation” (Bessel van der Kolk, MD, author of The Body Keeps the Score) Trauma and Recovery is the foundational text on understanding trauma survivors. By placing individual experience in a political frame, psyc...2019-12-1011h 34
Screen Drafts2010s DECADE MEGA DRAFT (with Darren Franich, Alison Herman, Piya Sinha-Roy, & Clay)Darren Franich (EW), Alison Herman (The Ringer), and Piya Sinha-Roy (The Hollywood Reporter) join commissioner Clay to draft the 20 best films from the last decade! Recorded at the Aero in Santa Monica2019-12-104h 22Get Top Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Relationships & IntimacyTrauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence--From Domestic Abuse to Political Terror by Judith Lewis HermanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/405305to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence--From Domestic Abuse to Political Terror
Author: Judith Lewis Herman
Narrator: Alison Mathews, Xe Sands
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 34 minutes
Release date: December 10, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.58 of Total 19
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 3
Genres: Relationships & Intimacy
Publisher's Summary:
The groundbreaking work on trauma that remains a “classic for our generation” (Bessel van der Kolk, MD, author of The Body Keeps the Score) Trauma and Recovery is the foundational text on understanding trauma survivors. By placing individual experience in a political frame, psyc...2019-12-1011h 34
Behind the Billions‘GLOW,’ Season 3 | The Recappables
We break down ‘GLOW’ Season 3 by diving deep on Episode 6, “Outward Bound.” We talk about why we love the show, the ongoing conflict between Ruth and Debbie, and how ‘GLOW’ handles wrestling stereotypes.Hosts: Alison Herman and Michael Baumann
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2019-08-0950 min
Ringer DishThe ‘Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood’ Premiere Party, Bradley Cooper’s NYC Summer, and Another Edition of Mystery Grab Bag | Jam Session
A seemingly random group of celebrities showed up for the ‘Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood’ premiere, including Britney Spears and John Stamos (1:00). Bradley Cooper is enjoying his summer spent in New York City, but is in desperate need of a stylist (20:38). Plus, a Jake Gyllenhaal update, the ‘Cats’ trailer (30:54), and recipes that go viral on Instagram (45:47).Host: Amanda DobbinsGuest: Alison Herman
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2019-07-2456 min
Behind the Billions‘Stranger Things,’ Season 3 Episodes 7-8 | The Recappables
We break down the final episodes of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 3. We discuss the emotional ending and look ahead to Season 4.Hosts: Alison Herman, Miles Surrey
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2019-07-0640 min
Behind the Billions‘Stranger Things,’ Season 3, Episodes 4-6 | The Recappables
We break down episodes 4 through 6 of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 3, breaking down Hopper's dad-bod corner, the best music cues, and much more.Hosts: Alison Herman, Miles Surrey
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Behind the Billions‘Stranger Things,’ Season 3, Episodes 1-3 | The Recappables
We break down episodes 1 through 3 of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 3, offering our thoughts on the Russians, the Mind Flayer, Hopper’s dad-bod, characters we ship, our favorite musical cues, and, of course, ’80s nostalgia.Hosts: Alison Herman, Miles Surrey
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Ringer DishThe ‘Big Little Lies’ Social Media Extended Universe | Ringer Dish
We break down the social media presences of Reese Witherspoon (1:00), Zoe Kravitz (11:05), Laura Dern (22:31), Nicole Kidman (33:19), and Shailene Woodley (46:21), including the overall vibe of their Instagrams, how much they buy into the ‘Big Little Lies’ sisterhood, and what we want them to post during Season 2.Host: Kate HalliwellGuests: Amanda Dobbins, Mallory Rubin, Juliet Litman, Alison Herman, and Amelia Wedemeyer
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Behind the Billions‘Billions,’ S4E12: “Extreme Sandbox” | The Recappables
We discuss the 12th and final episode of ‘Billions’ Season 4: “Extreme Sandbox.” We break down Axe’s acquisition of Taylor back under Axe Cap, Connerty’s fall from grace, and make predictions for what's in store next season.Hosts: Alison Herman, Kate KnibbsUnbury the Hatchet: How Competitive Ax-Throwing Went From a Canadian Fad to a Global Pastime
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Behind the Billions‘Billions,’ S4E11: “Lamster” | The Recappables
We discuss the 11th episode of ‘Billions’ Season 4: “Lamster.” We break down Wendy’s change of heart during her medical license hearing, Axe’s intervention by the hands of his own staff, Rebecca’s deal with Taylor, and Connerty’s breaking of the law in order to close in on Chuck.Hosts: Alison Herman, Miles Surrey
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Behind the Billions'Killing Eve,' S2E8: "You're Mine" | The Recappables
The final episode of Season 2 is basically an hour of Eve having a panic attack (3:27). Carolyn reveals that she was manipulating Eve in typical Carolyn fashion (5:37), and there are some amazing Rome location shots (25:41). Plus, a final edition of “Jodie Comer Can” (29:41) and our favorite outfits from the season (32:04).Hosts: Alison Herman and Kate Halliwell
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Behind the Billions‘Billions,’ S4E10: “New Year’s Day” | The Recappables
We discuss the tenth episode of ‘Billions’ Season 4: “New Year’s Day.” We break down Wendy’s fight to keep her medical license, Axe’s painting problem, Taylor’s new romance, and Wags’s cuddling session.Hosts: Alison Herman, Kate KnibbsWendy Rhoades Is the Most Villainous Villain on ‘Billions’Billions Star David Costabile Isn’t "That Guy" Anymore
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Behind the Billions'Killing Eve,' S2E7: "Wide Awake" | The Recappables
In the penultimate episode of Season 2, we see Villanelle crush two pasta dishes in a row to get an invite to Rome (1:53), Eve have a conference call threesome with her coworker (16:52), and some European decor inspiration (19:07). Plus, predictions for the season finale (38:57).Hosts: Alison Herman and Kate Halliwell
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Behind the Billions'Killing Eve,' S2E6: "I Hope You Like Missionary!" | The Recappables
Eve and Niko's relationship has finally reached its breaking point and apparently Eve has never heard of breakup sex (2:36). MI-6 enlists Villanelle to get closer to Aaron Peele's sister and she dons an American persona to do so (18:25). And why do Carolyn's best lines always revolve around rodents (31:46)?Hosts: Alison Herman and Kate Halliwell
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Behind the Billions'Killing Eve,' S2E5: "Smell Ya Later" | The Recappables
Villanelle and Eve come to face to face for the first time this season after Eve orders a hit on herself (2:16). In a parallel to the first season, they have another sexually charged meeting in Eve's kitchen (20:34). Villanelle dresses like only Villanelle can for the occasion (26:47). Plus, our favorite quotes of the episode (32:22).Hosts: Alison Herman and Kate Halliwell
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Behind the Billions‘Billions,’ S4E7: “Infinite Game” | The Recappables
The Ringer’s Alison Herman and Paolo Uggetti discuss the seventh episode of ‘Billions’ Season 4: “Infinite Game.” They break down Chuck’s pet problem and Wendy and Axe’s attack on Taylor and the difficult decision they have to make because of it.Host: Alison Herman, Paolo Uggetti
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Behind the Billions'Killing Eve,' S2E4: "Desperate Times" | The Recappables
Eve's work-life balance continues to deteriorate, but she does manage to find "The Ghost" (7:41). Villanelle tries to get over Eve by going on a drug-fueled bender (19:21) and looks fabulous while doing so (24:08). Plus, awards for quote of the week (28:07).Hosts: Kate Halliwell and Alison Herman
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Behind the Billions'Killing Eve,' S2E3: "The Hungry Caterpillar" | The Recappables
Eve and Villanelle continue to circle each other as Villanelle works on getting her mojo back (2:56). It's probably telling that we're just now learning what Eve's husband Niko does (5:20). If you're wearing counterfeit fashion, Villanelle will come for you (15:09), and 'Fit of the Week' makes a triumphant return (24:00).Hosts: Kate Halliwell and Alison Herman
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Behind the Billions'Killing Eve,' S2E2: "Nice and Neat" | The Recappables
Eve has some new coworkers and there could be a new female assassin (2:07). Villanelle is still healing from her stab wound and doesn't pick the best place to take refuge (17:15). Plus: our favorite outfits (23:56) and quotes of the week (25:27).Hosts: Alison Herman and Kate Halliwell
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Behind the Billions‘Billions,’ S4E4: “Overton Window” | The Recappables
The Ringer’s Alison Herman and Miles Surrey discuss the fourth episode of ‘Billions’ Season 4: “Overton Window”. They breakdown Chuck’s big speech, the implications it has on his and Wendy’s relationship going forward, and Chuck and Axe’s relatively peaceful alliance (so far).Hosts: Alison Herman, Miles Surrey
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Behind the Billions'Killing Eve', S2E1: "Do You Know How to Dispose of a Body" | The Recappables
The Season 2 premiere of 'Killing Eve' kicks off just 30 seconds after the finale. Eve is in the middle of a mental breakdown and working on her work-life balance (3:44), Jodie Comer is in the hospital with a stab wound (10:17), and Carolyn is still being Carolyn (21:22).Hosts: Kate Halliwell and Alison Herman
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Behind the Billions'Killing Eve': Season 1 | The Recappables
Ahead of the Season 2 premiere of 'Killing Eve,' we explain why the show is so important to us (4:11), talk about our favorite looks (11:10) and one-liners from the season (18:03), and name some characters to watch in Season 2 (27:36).Hosts: Alison Herman and Kate HalliwellRead Kate's interview with Phoebe De Gaye here.
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Behind the Billions‘Billions,’ S4E1: “Chucky Rhoades’s Greatest Game” | The Recappables
The Ringer’s Alison Herman and Miles Surrey break down the first episode of ‘Billions’ Season 4: “Chucky Rhoades’s Greatest Game.” They discuss Chuck attempting to drum up good will after being ousted as attorney general and the ongoing battle between Axe Capital and Taylor Mason Capital.Hosts: Alison Herman, Miles Surrey
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The Big PictureThe 2019 Oscar Narratives, Explained | The Oscars Show (Ep. 129)
A host of Ringer staffers join Sean and Amanda to break down the narratives that have emerged in the lead-up to the 2019 Oscars. Why does Netflix want an Oscar so badly? What happened to our beloved ‘A Star Is Born'? Plus, we make the case for each Best Picture nominee, do our best to see into the future and predict next year’s Oscars, and more.To see this podcast in video form, go to The Ringer’s YouTube page!Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda DobbinsGuests: Mallor...2019-02-201h 09
Behind the Billions‘Abducted in Plain Sight’ | The Recappables
The Ringer’s Alison Herman and Claire McNear analyze the kidnappings, interviews, and most unbelievable moments of ‘Abducted in Plain Sight,’ the latest true-crime documentary from Netflix. Hosts: Alison Herman and Claire McNear
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Ringer FoodLast-Minute Valentine's Tips, Braising Season, and New York Times Cooking With Adam Rapoport and Alison Herman | House of Carbs (Ep. 79)
House talks with Ringer staff writer and baking aficionado Alison Herman about her piece 'How NYT Cooking Became the Best Comment Section on the Internet' as well as some of the things she's making in her own kitchen (2:40). Then, Bon Appetit editor in chief Adam Rapoport joins to give out some Valentine's Day tips for folks who want to stay in, including some incredible pork-shoulder recipes, a delectable celery salad, and more (20:30).
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The WatchCautiously Optimistic About ‘True Detective,’ Plus: ‘Tidying Up With Marie Kondo’ Sparks a Trend | The Watch (Ep. 321)
Discussing ‘The Passage,' which feels like a cable or streaming show trying to fit into a network mold (2:18), casual optimism about the third season of ‘True Detective’ (14:23), and what else you should look out for on television in the coming months (19:44). Plus: The Netflix show ‘Tidying Up With Marie Kondo’ is inspiring people to clean out their homes and offices (27:04).Host: Chris RyanGuests: Alison Herman and Alyssa BereznakRead Alison Herman on 'The Passage' here.Read Alison Herman on 'Tidying Up with Marie Kondo' here.
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All Fantasy Everything2018 Pop Culture (w/ Sean O'Connor, Alison Herman, and Sean Jordan)PEOPLE MADE STUFF THIS YEAR, WE'RE DRAFTING IT. THE RECAP IS BACK. With comedians Sean O'Connor, Sean Jordan and the amazing writer who you can read in The Ringer, Alison Herman! Support the show!Join the All Fantasy Everything Patreon for exclusive mailbag and movie watch-a-longs episodes. Check it all out at www.patreon.com/AllFantasy.Rate All Fantasy Everything 5-stars on Apple Podcasts.Decide the winner on the All Fantasy Everything Twitter poll @AllFantasyPodMerch!T-Shirts! Sweaters! Stickers! Mugs! Deck yourself out in some...2018-12-201h 53
The WatchReviewing ‘Maniac’ and ‘Forever,’ Plus Is the DC Extended Universe Cool Again? | The Watch (Ep. 292)
The Ringer’s Chris Ryan talks with Alison Herman about Netflix’s ‘Maniac’ (5:09) and Amazon’s ‘Forever’ (23:20). Then he is joined by Jason Concepcion to talk about the expanding DC cinematic universe, including ‘Joker’ (33:58) and the new Harley Quinn movie ‘Birds of Prey’ (46:16).Read Alison Herman on 'Maniac' here.Read Alison Herman on 'Forever' here.Read the Ringer Staff on 'Joker' here.
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The WatchThe Emmys Earn a Collective Shrug, and ‘The Predator’ Is a Glorious Disaster | The Watch (Ep. 290)
The Ringer’s Chris Ryan is joined by Amanda Dobbins and Alison Herman to recap the 2018 Emmys, including the lackluster hosting (1:47) and ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ dominating the awards (9:02). Then Chris is joined by Andrew Gruttadaro to talk about ‘The Predator’ (33:48).Read Alison Herman’s recap of the 2018 Emmys here.Read Miles Surrey on the winners and losers of the 2018 Emmys here.
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The BizzleCast Podcast by The BizzleThe BizzleCast 187: Eric Herman of MODIBA in a glorious return with music hotness AND hockey.Ladies and gentleman of the BizzleCast, I am SO thrilled to have one of my closest friends, long time partner in the world music biz, and all around smart and super cool dude ERIC HERMAN back on the podcast. Not too much politics this time around (although we do actually bring a message of hope to y’all despite all the crappiness!), but we are talking HOCKEY — yes, hockey — with this Happy Canadian, before launching into a rapid fire Modiba update, highlighting Modiba veteran BOMBINO — he of the Sultan of Swing from the Sahel — as well as up and comers Ladama. An...2018-09-021h 11
Behind the Billions‘Insecure,’ S3E1: “Better-Like” | The Recappables
Ringer staff writers Micah Peters and Alison Herman are joined by comedian and writer Travon Free to break down the Season 3 premiere of ‘Insecure.’ The trio hand out their awards for the episode’s worst decision (1:35), best music cue (8:00), most and least valuable players (15:00), and the most clueless white person (28:30).
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Behind the Billions'Billions,’ S3E12: “Elmsley Count”
The Ringer’s Mallory Rubin, Sean Fennessey, and Alison Herman get together over a foosball table and some red wine to celebrate the Season 3 finale of ‘Billions.’ They talk about Chuck’s downfall (6:54), the way Connerty and Taylor are becoming their former mentors (19:16), and their predictions for Season 4 (42:59).
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Behind the Billions‘Billions,’ S3E10: “Redemption”
The Ringer’s Alison Herman and Miles Surrey connect to discuss that Ben Kim elevator scene (3:43), comparisons between Jock Jeffcoat and Rex Tillerson (9:53), and Maria Sharapova’s cameo (25:50).
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Behind the Billions‘Billions’: S3E9, "Icebreaker"
The Ringer's Alison Herman and Miles Surrey discuss the introduction of John Malkovich's character, Russian oligarch Grigor Andolov (3:05); how art imitates life through Jock Jeffcoat (14:!3); and how Axe and Taylor's relationship continues to evolve (25:27).More from The Ringer:
‘Billions’ Superlatives: The Disappearance of Dollar Bill’s Dollar Bill
Ari Spyros of ‘Billions’ Is the Most Brilliantly Hateable Character on TV
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Behind the Billions‘Billions,’ S3E8: “All the Wilburys”
The Ringer’s Alison Herman and Chris Almeida link up to talk about Ari Spyros’s cringiest moments of the episode (17:06), the tense relationship between Axe and Taylor (10:42), and their MVPs and LVPs of the week (35:32).
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Behind the Billions'Atlanta,' S2E11: "Crabs in a Barrel"
The Ringer's Amanda Dobbins, Alison Herman, and Micah Peters discuss the Season 2 finale of 'Atlanta' (4:17), the highlights of this season (24:13), and aspects of the season they wish had been different (37:49).More from The Ringer:The ‘Atlanta’ Season 2 Awards
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Behind the Billions‘Billions,’ S3E7: “Not You, Mr. Dake”
The Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Alison Herman discuss this Very Chuck Episode (5:00), Wendy's unsubtle seduction technique (29:17), and the best pop culture references of the week (45:56).
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Behind the Billions'Billions': S3E6, "The Third Ortolan"
The Ringer's Alison Herman and Miles Surrey discuss the significance of Chuck and Axe being on the same side (5:11), the most scarring food moments of the episode (7:32), and this week's MVPs (17:47).More from The Ringer:
Read Miles' 'Billions' recaps here
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Trial by Content'Westworld,' S2E2: "Reunion"The Ringer's David Shoemaker, Alison Herman, and Danny Heifetz discuss Dolores and Maeve's anticlimactic meeting and the introductions that happened in this episode (10:53), that surprising guest star (17:39), the Delos timeline (29:19), and this week's biggest theories (50:13).
More from The Ringer:
Get more of Danny's 'Westworld' theories here
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Behind the Billions'Atlanta,' S2E9: "North of the Border"
The Ringer's Amanda Dobbins, Alison Herman, and Justin Charity discuss Pajama Jam (2:30), why Earn and Paper Boy's falling out was inevitable (14:13), and the episode's LVPs (38:33).More from The Ringer:
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Subscribe to 'Westworld: The Recappables'
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Behind the Billions'Billions:' S3E5, "Flaw In The Death Star'
The Ringer's Sean Fennessey and Alison Herman discuss learning more about Taylor's life outside of Axe Capital (12:30), the best quotes from this episode (16:38), and why Dollar Bill is the Loser of the Week (26:37).
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Behind the Billions'Atlanta' S2E6, "Teddy Perkins"
The Ringer's Amanda Dobbins, Alison Herman, and Victor Luckerson discuss the main themes of this week's wild ride with Darius (1:37), the commentary Donald Glover may have been making about his own career (17:58), and the most unsettling moments of the episode (23:25).More from The Ringer:
Ostrich Eggs, Attics, and a Michael Jackson Look-alike: ‘Atlanta’ Embraces Horror
Giant Week
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Behind the Billions‘Atlanta’ S2E4: "Helen"
The Ringer’s Amanda Dobbins, Alison Herman, and Micah Peters take a trip to Oktoberfest with Van and Earn and discuss their extremely awkward relationship conversations (3:47), the most surreal moment of the episode (10:55), and the least valuable player of the week (17:35).
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Behind the Billions'Atlanta' S2E3: "Money Bag Shawty"
Amanda Dobbins, Alison Herman, and Micah Peters discuss what happens when Earn and Paperboy finally get a major payday (1:42), the crew's failed attempts to stunt (12:51), and what happens when you try to drunkenly race Michael Vick in a parking lot (9:34).More from The Ringer:
Music Biz Commentary From ‘Atlanta’ and Julian Casablancas
‘Collateral’ Is Essential—and Timely—TV
‘Jersey Shore’ Creator and Former ‘Bachelor’ Producer Discusses What Makes a Great Reality Show
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Behind the Billions'Atlanta’: Season 1
The Ringer’s Amanda Dobbins, Alison Herman, and Micah Peters discuss the award-winning first season of ‘Atlanta’ ahead of the Season 2 premiere. They give the award for the best episode (6:00), list their favorite guest stars (17:40) and what they’re looking forward to in Season 2 (32:29), and more.More from The Ringer:You Have to Take Donald Glover Seriously Now
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All Fantasy Everything2017 Pop Culture (w/ Alison Herman, Sean Jordan, and David Gborie)The gang is joined by Ringer staff writer Alison Herman to take a look back at, and you know... draft, their favorite pop culture from 2017.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2017-12-282h 32
The WatchEmmy Winners (and Losers) With Mike Schur, Amanda Dobbins, and Alison Herman (Ep. 186)
The Ringer’s Andy Greenwald, Amanda Dobbins, and Alison Herman rehash the highlights and star power of Sunday night's 69th annual Emmy Awards (1:00). They discuss the best moments and speeches and the big nights for ‘The Handmaid’s Tale,' ‘Big Little Lies,' and Hulu (10:00), while also attempting to understand the 'Stranger Things' shutout (15:00). Later Andy is joined by comedy writer and cocreator of ‘The Good Place’ Mike Schur to discuss Emmy topics including the Sean Spicer’s surprise appearance and what it’s like to see your friends win awards (36:00).
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The Press Box’Insecure’ Season 2 Finale Preview (Ep. 349)
The Ringer’s Hannah Giorgis and Alison Herman look ahead to the season finale of HBO’s ‘Insecure’ by first celebrating the nuanced character developments in Season 2 (2:50), highlighting the show’s place among the summer TV landscape (8:15), and giving recognition to the showrunners’ even-handed approach in tackling the issues facing black employees in the workplace (10:40). Then they voice their expectations about how the finale will address the protagonists’ various romantic relationships (19:40), whether ‘Insecure’ will head the route of a sitcom or a more in-depth social commentary (23:30), and whether perhaps the Issa-Lawrence relationship will be reconciled (27:00).
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The Big PictureJanicza Bravo and Brett Gelman Channel Rejection and Anxiety to Make ‘Lemon’ | The Big Picture (Ep. 22)
Ringer editor-in-chief Sean Fennessey chats with Alison Herman about Janicza Bravo’s approach to uncomfortable comedy and her direction of “Juneteenth,” the instant-classic episode of ‘Atlanta’ (1:00). Then Sean sits down with Bravo and her husband/producing partner, Brett Gelman, to discuss the tumultuous five-year process of getting their film ‘Lemon’ into the world (10:00).
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The Press Box'The Big Picture' — Janicza Bravo and Brett Gelman Channel Rejection and Anxiety to Make ‘Lemon’ (Ep. 342)
Ringer editor-in-chief Sean Fennessey chats with Alison Herman about Janicza Bravo’s approach to uncomfortable comedy and her direction of “Juneteenth,” the instant-classic episode of ‘Atlanta’ (1:00). Then Sean sits down with Bravo and her husband/producing partner, Brett Gelman, to discuss the tumultuous five-year process of getting their film ‘Lemon’ into the world (10:00).
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Disney PhilharpodcastEpisode 30: Mickey's Toontown FairKids, come journey back in time with us way back before 2011 when the Magic Kingdom was actually the home of Mickey, Minnie, Pluto and Donald's Boat. What started as a 60th birthday celebration for our main mouse, Mickey, evolved over time becoming Mickey's Starland, briefly Mickey's ToyLand, and ultimately Mickey's Toontown Fair!
Let's learn facts we should already know about past attractions, a totally 90's stage show, and more Baby Herman and Stepbrothers references you could possibly imagine would happen in this episode.
So, when I say go, you say: "Hey, D.U.D.E! What's Happening??"
Please note: BALZAC...2017-02-251h 19
All Fantasy Everything2016 Pop Culture (w/ Alison Herman, Eliza Skinner and Sean Jordan)In this episode we look back on the pop culture of 2016, which is pretty much the only way to fondly look back at 2016, according to me, a member of the liberal media. Joining me on this draft are Alison Herman (staff writer at The Ringer) Eliza Skinner (stand-up comedian, TV writer) and Sean Jordan (total chump from South Dakota.)
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The WatchEp. 55: ‘Mr. Robot,’ Schoolboy Q, Desiigner, and 'The Night Of' With Sean Fennessey, Jon Caramanica, and Alison Herman
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald tackle the leaked season premiere of USA's 'Mr. Robot.' Then, Sean Fennessey joins Chris to discuss Schoolboy Q's new album, 'Blank Face.' Jon Caramanica of The New York Times comes on to make sense of Desiigner's XXL freestyle and disappointing 'New English' release. Finally, The Ringer's Alison Herman hops on to break down HBO's 'The Night Of' and the current shows on her radar.
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De Zeepcast6. Herman De Half Levende KatSander wil basisschool kinderen leren programmeren en David doet zijn beklag over het feit dat een bepaalde kat (Herman) in de verkeerde context wordt gebruikt. Hoor het allemaal in de zesde aflevering van de Zeepcast!Topics:- iPad Pro- Tim Cook interviewhttp://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/11984806/Apples-Tim-Cook-declares-the-end-of-the-PC-and-hints-at-new-medical-product.html- ATP aflevering over iPad Prohttp://atp.fm/episodes/143- Hour of Code https://hourofcode.com/nl- TED talk, kinderen denken als raket geleerdenhttps://www.ted.com/talks/alison_gopnik_what_do_babies_think?language=en#t-1304- Kids react to old technology (youtube)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF7...2015-11-231h 16