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The Worldbuilder’s Tavern4.3 Lucky DayJoin us for a chat about the writing and worldbuilding in the horror novel Lucky Day by Chuck Tingle. We discuss luck and math as a magic system, how people react to trauma, and the wonderful weirdness of horror.
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Next month’s novel: Voyage of the Damned by Frances White (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2026-02-0438 minThe Worldbuilder’s Tavern4.2 Building a DragonJoin us for a hands-on worldbuilding exercise in creating a dragon!
Here are the 7 questions we answered in this episode, which can help guide you in building your own dragon.
What hallmarks of traditional dragons are essential to keep in order for something to still be considered a dragon?
What is our dragon’s intellectual capacity? Is it sentient, or more bestial?
What is the full-grown size of our dragon?
What does our dragon look like? Does it display any aspects of sexual dimorphism?
What is our dragon’s diet?
What is our dragon’s lifecycle?
Does ou...
2026-01-2439 minThe Worldbuilder’s Tavern4.1 A Natural History of DragonsJoin us for a chat about the writing and worldbuilding in the fantasy novel, A Natural History of Dragons by Marie Brennan. We discuss dragons as the topic of academic study, worldbuilding inspired by Victorian England, and memoir-style novels.
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Next month’s novel: Lucky Day by Chuck Tingle (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2026-01-0751 min
Influential Dental#26 Living in Color & Redefining Dental Marketing with Allison AlexanderIn this episode of Influential Dental, hosts Julieanne O’Connor and Michael Keeter sit down with Allison Alexander — VP at Darby, board member of Women in DSO, and founder of Figment Creative — to explore what happens when creativity, culture, and courage meet the dental industry.From her beginnings in the fashion and bridal world to reshaping the way dental brands communicate, Allison shares how she’s bringing authentic storytelling and bold simplicity into an industry long known for being conservative. She opens up about her philosophy of “living in color”, the lessons learned while leading the Darby rebrand, and...
2025-10-1046 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.22 Post-Apocalyptic: The Last of UsIn this episode, we're talking about writing and worldbuilding in the post-apocalyptic with zombies TV show (based on the video game series of the same name), The Last of Us.
Proprietor's Pick: The Girl with All the Gifts by M.R. Carey (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-07-2344 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.21 Paranormal Romance: TwilightIn this episode, we're talking about writing and worldbuilding in the paranormal romance novel Twilight by Stephanie Meyer.
Proprietor's Pick: Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-07-0954 min
The Simplify PodcastEp. 11: Systems that Stick (for Real Life Moms) with Allison ConverseIf Pinterest systems don't work for you ... listen to this!
In this episode, I’m joined by Allison Converse, founder of Calm Cottage Coaching and an ADHD home + systems coach helping moms find more flow and function in their everyday lives. Together, we unpack the real reasons why “working harder” isn’t always the answer — and why trendy Instagram organizing hacks often don’t lead to sustainable change.
We explore:
The emotional layers of decluttering
Why we hold on to things (even when we’re ready to let go)
How ADHD affect...
2025-06-2746 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.20 Children’s Fantasy: How to Train Your DragonIn this episode, we're talking about the writing and worldbuilding in the children's fantasy (with vikings) movie How to Train Your Dragon.
Proprietor's Pick: Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-06-2540 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.19 Urban Fantasy: Jade CityIn this episode, we're talking about the writing and worldbuilding in the urban fantasy novel Jade City by Fonda Lee. (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
Proprietor's Pick: The Sword of Kaigen by M.L. Wang
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2025-06-1144 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.18 Children’s Sci-Fi: AnimorphsIn this episode, we're talking about the writing and worldbuilding in the sci-fi alien invasion series Animorphs by K.A. Applegate.
Proprietor's Pick: Ice Wolves by Amie Kaufman (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-05-2848 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.17 Fantasy Heist: The Lies of Locke LamoraIn this episode, we're talking about the writing and worldbuilding in the fantasy novel The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch.
Proprietor's Pick: Foundryside by Robert Jackson Bennett (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-05-1446 min
Disruptive CEO NationEpisode 292: Empowering Self-Directed Investors with Alexander Harmsen, Founder & CEO of Global Predictions; San Francisco, CA, USAI love discovering founders who are using technology to democratize access to services that have traditionally been out of reach for many people. That's why I was so excited to speak with Alexander Harmsen, the founder and CEO of Global Predictions.
Alexander created PortfolioPilot, an AI-powered financial advisor that helps individuals take control of their financial lives without the high fees or intimidation factor of traditional firms.
What started as a personal side project has become a platform managing over $30 billion in assets all while helping simplify investing for the everyday person.
In...
2025-05-0734 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.16 Gothic Romance: Crimson PeakIn this episode, we're talking about the writing and worldbuilding in the gothic romance movie Crimson Peak.
Proprietor's Pick: The Dark Window by Rachel Gillig (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-04-3039 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.15 LitRPG: Dungeon Crawler CarlIn this episode, we're talking about the writing and worldbuilding in the sci-fi/LitRPG novel Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman. (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
Proprietor's Pick: The Wandering Inn by pirateaba
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2025-04-1639 min
Not Even D2Trayvon Alexander- Veteran Moves, MVP SeasonTrayvon Alexander, the 2024-25 NE10 MVP joins this week's episode of @Notevend2 . Tray began his college career at Saint Rose where he spent two seasons before transferring to Florida Southern College. His last stop would be Pace University. During his first year returning back to the NE10, Alexander was awarded all-conference and defensive 1st team. The 24-25 season was special as Alexander became the first player in Pace history to ever win the NE10 Player of the Year honors. He finished the year #2 in the country in assists (8.7) and steals (2.9) per game. In just two years Alexander...
2025-04-0344 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.14 Sci-Fi Procedural: FringeIn this episode, we're talking about the writing and worldbuilding in the science fiction TV show Fringe.
Proprietor's Pick: Recursion by Blake Crouch (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-04-0243 min
Business Conversations for Massage Therapists | Handcrafted Therapy PodcastEp. 43 - Crafting a Massage Career with Purpose with Allison Denney of Rebel MassageSend us a textDive into the transformative power of energy and connection in the world of massage therapy! In this insightful episode of the Handcrafted Therapy Podcast, Julie Alexander sits down with Allison Denney to explore the unique journey of finding passion in massage without the need for a dramatic backstory. Discover how Allison, known for her engaging Rebel Massage content, believes in redefining rules and boundaries within the therapy community, emphasizing personal growth and authenticity.Listeners will learn about the unexpected parallels between money and energy in therapy, along with practical advice on...
2025-04-0249 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.13 Epic Fantasy: The Will of the ManyIn this episode, we're talking about the writing and worldbuilding in the epic fantasy novel The Will of the Many by James Islington.
Proprietor's Pick: Red Sister by Mark Lawrence (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links, we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-03-1945 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.12 Comedic Sci-Fi: FuturamaIn this episode, we're talking about humour, worldbuilding, genre, and the animated TV showFuturama.
Proprietor's Pick:I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I'm Trapped in a Rom-Comby Kimberly Lemming (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through this link we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-03-0532 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.11 YA Sci-Fi: SkywardIn this episode, we're talking about genre, the state of YA sci-fi in publishing, and the writing and worldbuilding in the young adult science fiction novel Skyward by Brandon Sanderson.
Proprietor's Pick: Red Rising by Pierce Brown (Disclosure: we are a bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie book store!)
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2025-02-1946 min
The Stay or Go Podcast for Women Considering Divorce“Something Had to Die for More to Be Born” With Guest Allison AlexanderEpisode 45: Y’all, this episode is something truly special. I’ve been hinting at it for a while, and the moment is finally here—I’m joined by the incredible Allison Alexander! 🎉Allison’s story is powerful, raw, and so deeply resonant for anyone who has ever questioned whether to stay or go. She takes us through her journey, from the moment she first felt the whisper that something wasn’t right in her marriage, to the radical self-discovery that followed. Through breathwork, movement, and deep inner work, she found clarity, peace, and ultimately, the courage to choo...
2025-02-111h 13
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.10 Comedic RPG: Fantasy HighIn this episode, we're talking about the worldbuilding in the Dungeons & Dragons RPG comedy Fantasy High: Freshman Year, which is a Dimension 20 show produced by Dropout TV.
Proprietor's Pick: Highfire by Eoin Colfer (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through this link we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-02-0543 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.9 Dark Fairy Tale: Nettle & BoneIn this episode, we're talking about the writing and worldbuilding in the fantasy novel Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher, and how the story feels like a fairy tale even though it is not a retelling.
Proprietor's Pick: All the Murmuring Bones by A.G. Slatter (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-01-2245 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.8 Horror: A Quiet PlaceIn this episode, we're talking about the horror movie A Quiet Place.
Proprietor's Pick: Lucky Day by Chuck Tingle and Birdbox by Michael Louis Calvillo (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2025-01-0845 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.7 Children’s Sci-Fi: Wall-EIn this episode, we're talking about environmental sci-fi, ecological themes, children's literature, and the Disney movie Wall-E.
Proprietor's Pick: A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers (Disclosure: we are a Bookshop.org affiliate, so if you purchase through these links we will earn a small commission AND you will support an indie bookstore!)
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2024-12-2534 min
Just Off Glen PodcastEmail Marketing With Confidence: A Workshop Recap with Allison GiamBrunoFeeling stuck when it comes to email marketing? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re recapping our workshop, No Stress Newsletter: From Zero to Your First Send, with Allison GiamBruno and Christy Alexander.We’re covering:The basics of email marketing - what it is and why it works.Why newsletters don’t have to be complicated to be effective.Practical tips to help you write, plan, and send with confidence.Plus, we’re sharing our Email Marketing Action Plan to get you moving in the right direction...
2024-12-2200 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.6 Cozy Sci-Fi: The Long Way to a Small, Angry PlanetIn this episode, we're talking about cozy science fiction and The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers.
Proprietor's Pick: Cascade Failure by L.M. Sagas
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2024-12-1142 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.5 Horror Romance: Someone You Can Build a Nest InIn this episode, we're talking about how horror and romance can go together (and whether cozy horror is a thing) in Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Wiswell.
Proprietor's Pick: Voyage of the Damned by Frances White
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2024-11-2746 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.4 Dark Fantasy: The WitcherIn this episode, we're talking about deconstructing tropes, dark fairy tales, costs of magic, monsters, and more in the dark fantasy TV show The Witcher.
Proprietor's Pick: Foul Days by Genoveva Dimova
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2024-11-1343 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.3 Space Opera: All Systems RedIn this episode, we're talking about the novella All Systems Red (The Murderbot Diaries #1) by Martha Wells.
Proprietor's Pick: The Mercy of Gods by James S.A. Corey
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2024-10-3045 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.2 Science Fantasy: ArcaneIn this episode, we're talking about how science and magic intertwine in the Netflix show Arcane.
Proprietor's Pick: The Gods Below by Andrea Stewart
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2024-10-1639 min
The Worldbuilder’s TavernWorldbuilding Workshop: Building a Magic SystemThis season, we're introducing a new type of bonus episodes for our patrons: worldbuilding workshops! In these episodes, the hosts pick an element of a world and build it together. You can use whatever we build for your own stories, or take the questions we ask and build your own.
These monthly bonus episodes are exclusive to our Patreon, but the first is free for everyone to listen to!
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The questions we asked about building a magic system:
What is the basis of the magic system (colour, nature, time, space, elements, etc.)
What are the abilities and limits of the magic?
What
2024-10-0936 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.1 Superhero Fiction: The Umbrella AcademyIn this episode, we're talking about superpowers, secret identities, and characterization in the Netflix show The Umbrella Academy.
Proprietor's Pick: Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman
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2024-10-0239 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern3.0 Season Three is about Genre!Season 3 is coming! We've added a couple new segments and will be talking about worldbuilding through the lens of genre.
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2024-09-2510 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.22 Comedy and Characters in Pirates of the CaribbeanIn this episode, we're talking about humour, character arcs, prologues, pirate mythology, and more in the movie Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.
Proprietor's Pick: The Wicked Bargain by Gabe Cole Novoa
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2024-07-2440 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.21 Mechs and Feminism in Iron WidowIn this episode, we're talking about mechs, feminism, disability representation, and more in the novel Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao.
Proprietor's Pick: A Song to Drown Rivers by Ann Liang
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2024-07-1151 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.20 Science in 3 Body ProblemIn this episode, we're talking about nanofibers, science as a weapon, and supercomputers in the TV show 3 Body Problem.
Proprietor's Pick: Jumpnauts by Hao Jingfang
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2024-06-2644 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.19 Tension in 3 Body ProblemIn this episode, we're talking about science gone haywire, confusing vs. interesting worldbuilding, and tension in the TV show 3 Body Problem.
Proprietor's Pick: Exordia by Seth Dickinson
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2024-06-1244 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.18 Mythology in Song of the SeaIn this episode, we're talking about sense of place, metaphor, mythology, and symbolism in the movie Song of the Sea.
Proprietor's Pick: The Selkie's Daughter by Linda Crotta Brennan
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2024-05-2939 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.17 False Utopia in PetIn this episode, we're talking about writing a story based on a theme, age categories, oppressive systems, and utopian societies in the novella Pet by Akwaeke Emezi.
Proprietor's Pick: Hell Followed With Us by Andrew Joseph White
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2024-05-1537 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.16 Retro-Futurism in FalloutIn this episode, we're talking about factions, over-the-top worldbuilding, and retro-futurism in the TV show (based on the video game) Fallout.
Proprietor's Pick: Service Model by Adrian Tchaikovsky
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2024-05-0235 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.15 The Afterlife in The Good PlaceIn this episode, we're talking about humour, morality, and the afterlife in the TV show The Good Place.
Proprietor's Pick: How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying by Django Wexler
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2024-04-1742 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.14 Gods, Realms, and Portals with Trudie SkiesIn this episode, we're chatting with author Trudie Skies about deities, races, domains, magic, and expansive worldbuilding in The Thirteenth Hour, a gaslamp adult fantasy and the first in The Cruel Gods series.
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2024-04-0346 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.13 Environment in Princess MononokeIn this episode, we're chatting about historical worldbuilding, weirdness, anti-capitalism, and ecological themes in the Studio Ghibli movie Princess Mononoke.
Proprietor's Pick: Godkiller by Hannah Kaner
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2024-03-2033 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.12 Time Loops in Edge of TomorrowIn this episode, we're chatting about situational humour, aliens, montages, and time loops in the movie Edge of Tomorrow.
Proprietor's Pick: The Misfit Soldier by Michael Mammay
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2024-03-0637 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.11 Blood Magic in Heartless Hunter (with Kristen Ciccarelli)In this episode, we're chatting with author Kristen Ciccarelli about blood magic, witches, and witch hunters in Heartless Hunter, the YA fantasy romance inspired by the The Scarlet Pimpernel.
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The Universal Fantasy Workbook by T. Taylor
The Psychology of Fiction with Jennifer Lynn Barnes
2024-02-2147 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.10 Adaptable Storytelling in Baldur’s Gate 3In this episode, we're chatting about worldbuilding in the shadows, how actions matter, and adaptable storytelling in the video game Baldur's Gate 3.
Proprietor's Pick: The West Passage by Jared Pechaček
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2024-02-0740 min
Katie The Traveling Lactation ConsultantEp 65 Allison AlexanderKatie Oshita and Allison Alexander discuss private practice in the US, support for new families, tongue tie timing and more. Allison Alexander sees families struggling with complex feeding issues, develops customized care plans and supports families throughout the feeding journey. Understanding the dyad is what makes lactation universally different than any other specialty who sees mom or baby individually. Listen here for more about private practice in the US.Podcast Guest: Allison Alexander is an IBCLC with a background in pediatric nursing. After struggling to breastfeed a neurodivergent baby, she pursued the IBCLC credential in ord...
2024-01-3057 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.9 Religion, spirits, and dark magic in Vespertine (with Margaret Rogerson)In this episode, we're chatting with author Margaret Rogerson about religion, spirits, and dark magic in the YA fantasy novel Vespertine.
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2024-01-2451 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.8 Stitchpunk, Giant Worlds, and Gender Dimorphism in 9In this episode, we're chatting about the worldbuilding in the movie 9.
Proprietor's Pick: The Last Human by Lee Bacon
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2024-01-1137 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.7 Superpowers and Society in My Hero AcademiaListen in as we chat about superpowers and superhero society, having a large cast, and female characters in the anime My Hero Academia.
Proprietor's Pick: Saving Fable by Scott Reintgen
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2023-12-2742 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.6 Worldbuilding in The Book Eaters (with Sunyi Dean)We've got fantasy author Sunyi Dean with us on this week's episode of the podcast! Listen in as we chat about her 2022 debut novel, The Book Eaters, how to decide what worldbuilding details to include and what to cut, oppressive societies, the goal of your story, and the power of books.
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2023-12-1348 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.5 Comedy in Jumanji: Welcome to the JungleListen in as we chat about how to write comedy and action for different age categories, traditional vs. self-publishing, the "sucked into a video game" genre, and the movie Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.
Proprietor's Pick: Rainbow in the Dark by Sean McGinty
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2023-11-2934 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.4 Revealing Worldbuilding through Character in Avatar: The Last AirbenderIn today's episode, we're chatting about bending, magic rules, disability, and how to reveal worldbuilding details as they relate to character via Avatar: The Last Airbender!
Proprietor's Pick: Wingbearer by Marjorie M. Liu and Teny Issakhanian
"Five Tips for Writing Disabled Characters in Speculative Fiction" by Allison Alexander
"How to Escape the Show Don't Tell Trap" by Jeni Chappelle
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2023-11-2232 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.3 Fake Science and Villainy in The Outside (with Ada Hoffmann)Join us for a chat with author Ada Hoffmann about their sci-fi horror novel The Outside. We talk about how to choose narrating characters, writing antagonists, writing nonbinary characters, and making stuff up when worldbuilding.
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2023-11-0143 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.2 Dark Weird in Over the Garden WallJoin us for a chat about Over the Garden Wall, the animated series that you have probably never heard of! We chat about dream sequences, leaving clues, over-explaining, and trusting your readers.
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Proprietor's Pick: The Horrible Bag of Terrible Things by Rob Renzetti
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2023-10-1830 min
In the CalmFinding Your Story, Creative Voice, and a Deeper Relationship with Yourself -Bestselling Author and Writing Coach, Allison FallonAllison Fallon on In the Calm. Allison is the best selling author of 13 books, has coached thousands of writers from beginners to New York Times bestsellers, co-host of the renowned Write Your Story Workshop with Donald Miller, and is the founder of Find Your Voice.
Allison shares her empowering story of becoming a writer and how ultimately that led her to becoming her true self. Spoiler…she fired up her courage, left an abusive marriage, and manifested not only a successful writing career, but also the husband and family of her dreams! And yes lov...
2023-10-1152 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern2.1 Gendered Magic in Wheel of TimeSeason Two is here! In this episode, we talk about the TV series Wheel of Time, adapted from the novels by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson. We chat about complex worldbuilding and how to distill it, why it doesn't matter if the show is different from the book, and gendered magic systems.
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Proprietor's Pick: Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao
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2023-10-0442 min
From Weeds to Wildflowers; The search for resilienceIt's easier for me to be a cheerleader for others...with Jeff AlexanderJoin me on episode 30. I am having a conversation with Jeff Alexander, a native of Maryland diagnosed with MS. Listen to Jeff as he tells of his diagnosis and how that literally rocked his world, in every way. Jeff tells of the tender mercies he has experienced since his diagnosis, even amidst the trauma.
2023-07-2544 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.15 Gritty Storytelling in House of the DragonIt's the Season One finale! In this episode, we talk about House of the Dragon, so be prepared for some dark and disturbing topics. Allison gives her top seven horrifying moments from the show, and we give some tips on how to write your own grimdark worlds.
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Proprietor's Pick: The Sword Defiant by Gareth Hanrahan
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2023-07-1950 min
FPC Conversations#12-Dan Kimball with Pat and Allison AlexanderIn today's episode, Dan Kimball has a conversation with Pat and Allison Alexander who share about Pat's health diagnosis that led to a recent lung transplant and the lessons learned along the way. Pat and Allison are honest about the ups and downs of this health journey and we hope you enjoy getting to know them better.
2023-07-0627 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.14 Open Worldbuilding in Tears of the Kingdom (with Jeni Chappelle)In this episode, we talk about The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom with guest Jeni Chappelle! We talk about how to immerse readers in your world, telling information out of order, and how to write interesting puzzles.
Jeni is an independent book editor, a co-founder and editor for Twitter pitch event Revise & Resub (#RevPit); and co-host of the Indie Chicks and Story Chat Radio podcasts. Find her at Jeni Chappelle Editorial.
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Proprietor's Pick: In the Lives of Puppets by T.J. Klune
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2023-07-0548 min
Revolution 250 PodcastPolitics and Fashion in the Revolution with Kimberly AlexanderProtests against British policy involved more than angry speeches--Amricans changed what they wore and how they bought their clothes. Kimberly Alexander from the University of New Hampshire tells us about how Americans began fashioning their own clothing. In addition to two books on fashion: Treasures Afoot: Shoe Stories from the Georgian Era, and Fashioning the New England Family, which grew out of an exhibit at the Massachusetts Historical Society, Professor Alexander and her students have created the Flax Project, growing flax and producing linen, as a way to experience the fabric of 18th-century life. Tell us what you thi...
2023-06-2738 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.13 Horror and Narration Style in AnnihilationWe discuss Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer in this episode! We talk about how weird it is, the unsettling narration style, and how to worldbuild according to genre.
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Proprietor's Pick: Lone Women by Victor LaValle
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2023-06-2237 min
The Conscious Mustard with Diana29. Why you should start to care for your brain health today with Allison LiuBrain is everything we are. It’s the way we connect with those we love.
Brain is arguably the most important asset we own. Listen on to learn how you can start to care for your brain while also reducing stress.
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2023-06-151h 01
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.12 Subtle Worldbuilding in This is How You Lose the Time WarAs per Bigolas Dickolas's recommendation, we're discussing the novella This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone! Learn how to use worldbuilding as a backdrop and subtle ways to deliver worldbuilding in this week's episode.
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Proprietor's Pick: Translation State by Anne Leckie
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2023-06-0929 min
Science Meets Spirit PodcastEmotional Alchemy, Grace & Leadership with Alexander AwakensSeason 2 | Episode 5From Pain to Purpose with Alexander AwakensAlright y’all! After sitting on some of these next episodes for wayyyy too many weeks, here we are back in the Science Meets Spirit Podcast Portal. This episode features Alexander Schimmel aka Alexander Awakens. In this episode we explore Alexander's journey to grace and leadership through the practice of yoga and teacher trainings. We touch on emotional alchemy and an integral approach to living and breathing your personal dharma.I love when I have the opportunity to interview people who...
2023-05-281h 14
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.11 Worldbuilding Fun in the D&D MovieWhat is worldbuilding without fat dragons, magicless bards, and birdfolk named Jarnathan? Join us for a discussion about the fun romp that is Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves.
And don't forget to vote on the topic of our finale episode! Will we discuss the worldbuilding of Wednesday, The Last of Us, or House of the Dragon? It's up to you, dear listeners! Cast your vote on Twitter here. If you're a patron, vote here instead, and your vote counts as double!
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Proprietor's Pick: The Adventures of...
2023-05-2434 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.10 Dystopia in The Hunger GamesIn this episode, we rant about capitalism and unfair political systems. We dig into the dystopian world of The Hunger Games (both the movies and the books by Suzanne Collins) and argue about whether Snow could have ever been a good person.
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Proprietor's Pick: The Ten Percent Thief by Lavanya Lakshminarayan
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2023-05-1038 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.9 Politics and Society in The MandalorianIn this episode, we discuss season three of The Mandalorian. Hear us chat about the writing being more disjointed this season, the strange episode with Doctor Pershing that shows the world under the New Republic's wing, and the differing cultures of the two Mandalorian groups. Also, is Din Djarin even the titular Mandalorian in this season?
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Proprietor's Pick: The Splinter in the Sky by Kemi Ashing-Giwa
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2023-04-2648 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.8 Familiar Worlds in The MandalorianIn this episode, we discuss seasons one and two of The Mandalorian.
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Proprietor's Pick: Star Wars Inquisitor: Rise of the Red Blade by Delilah S. Dawson
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2023-04-1236 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.7 Disability, Villainy, Magic, and Technology in NimonaJoin us for a discussion about the graphic novel Nimona by ND Stevenson.
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Proprietor's Pick: The Tea Dragon Society #1-3 by Kay O’Neill (July 5, 2022)
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2023-03-3035 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.6 Multiverses, Metaphors, and Absurdity in Everything, Everywhere, All At OnceJoin us for a discussion about the very weird, very wonderful movie Everything, Everywhere, All At Once.
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Proprietor's Pick: Multiverses: An anthology of alternate realities by various authors (March 28, 2023)
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2023-03-1525 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.5 Beautiful Worlds and Video Game Writing in Ori and the Blind ForestJoin us for a discussion about the gorgeous and heartwarming video game, Ori and the Blind Forest.
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Proprietor's Pick: The Otherwoods by Justine Pucella Winans (January 1, 2023)
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2023-03-0133 min
Waking Up With JessHealing Body Image & Redefining Love with Allison AlexanderCuriosity is Allison Alexander's superpower. She followed her wonder to Aspen, Colorado where she supports change makers locally and globally in deepening their self love to bring their heart led missions to life. Her work uses a variety of tools she has personally explored and utilized for her own growth including, but not limited to: breathwork, tarot, conscious leadership, inner child exploration, Human Design, and transformational coaching.
On this week's episode of the podcast, we chat about:
✨ Allison's work as a breathwork facilitator - supporting people on their healing journey as they find more love for themselves.
✨ Allison as a 4/1 Sacra...
2023-02-2045 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.4 Science, Language, and Aliens in Project Hail MaryJoin us for a discussion about science in hard sci-fi, how to communicate with an alien, alien physiology, and alien culture in Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir.
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Proprietor's Pick: Secret Project #3 by Brandon Sanderson (July 1, 2023)
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2023-02-1635 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.3 Subtle Storytelling, Slang, and Society in Mad Max: Fury RoadMad Max: Fury Road takes place in a gritty, unforgiving, and weird world. In this episode, we discuss how the movie is masterful at showing vs. telling, uses slang and names effectively, and establishes a fascinating society based on vehicles, blood, and water.
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Proprietor's Pick: The Lies of the Ajungo by Moses Ose Utomi (March 21, 2023).
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2023-02-0135 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.2 Humour and Fashion in Good OmensHeaven, hell, and humour—the key ingredients for the hit TV show Good Omens! In this episode, we discuss how the show uses the unexpected to create humour, the casting choices, fashion, and makeup.
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Proprietor's Pick: The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna (August 23, 2022).
"Through the Glass" by Shaneen Thompson is the flash fiction at the end of the episode, read and edited by our wandering bard, Kyle. Join the tavern's Discord to participate in the monthly flash fiction challenges for the chance to have your st...
2023-01-1828 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.1 Mythology in Good OmensHeaven, hell, and humour—the key ingredients for the hit TV show Good Omens! In this episode, we discuss how the show treats Christian mythology, angels, demons, and more.
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Proprietor's Pick: The Remarkable Retirement of Edna Fisher by E.M. Anderson (April 21, 2023).
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2023-01-0425 min
The Worldbuilder’s Tavern1.0 Welcome to the Tavern!Welcome, worldbuilders! Here's what our podcast is all about and what you can expect for Season One. Cheers!
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2022-12-0705 min
Allison's CornerAge Ain't Nothing But a Number (feat. Kalifa Alexander)Today is a special day as we have our very first guest of the podcast: Kalifa Alexander! Kalifa is the owner of Kooking with Kali, a catering company specializing in combining faith and food, and also a good friend of mine. On this episode we talk about getting older, things we would tell our younger selves, and have a good kiki. You can learn all about Kalifa and Kooking with Kali at the information below:Website: kookingwithkali.comInstagram: @kookingwithkali / @kalifa.alexAll questions, comments, or feedback is appreciated and can be emailed to us...
2022-11-2737 min
Alabama Care LLCRemembering Allison Wetherbee and Her Ongoing MemorialRemembering Allison Wetherbee and Her Ongoing Memorial
With Laura Soper and Drew Johnson
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2022-04-2552 min
Military Historians are People, Too!S1E9 Alexander Watson - Goldsmiths, University of LondonToday's guest is Alexander Watson. Alex is Professor of History at Goldsmiths, University of London, and is a renowned scholar of the First World War and modern Germany. He was educated at Oxford University and finished his Ph.D. there in 2005 under the direction of Niall Ferguson. Watson was a British Academy Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Cambridge from 2008-2011 and then spent two years in Poland at Warsaw University as a Marie Curie Intra-European Fellow. His first book, Enduring the Great War: Combat, Morale and Collapse in the German and British Armies, 1914-1918, was published with Cambridge i...
2022-01-181h 19
Find Your Voice: How to Write When You're Not a WriterAlexander Fields: Ask a literary agentOne of the top questions we get here at Find Your Voice is: "How do I find a literary agent?"On this episode, we talk with literary agent Alexander Fields about everything publishing related! Listen to learn:What a literary agent is and what they doWhat to do before reaching out to an agentHow to reach out to an agentWebsite: thebinderyagency.comPodcast: On PublishingLinks from the episode:Writer's Digest article: The Editor Behind the Curtainpublishersweekly.comwritersdigest.compublishersmarketplace.com
2021-08-1243 min
Alexander The PodcastAlexander The Podcast Episode 21 / Even The Milky Way Has a Fathom HoodieAlexander The Podcast Ep 21Subscribe for new episode every Monday :DSpiritbox - Circle With Mehttps://youtu.be/I0WzT0OJ-E0twenty one pilots - Chokerhttps://youtu.be/2sBRnnnZyFwBoyce Avenue - Everything You Wanthttps://youtu.be/elii7hfHMSQGarbage - No Gods No Mastershttps://youtu.be/PXZB-YiYIakLord Huron - I Lied Featuring Allison Ponthierhttps://youtu.be/6fk_i1...
2021-05-0333 min
Best of "MultiPassionate Like a Boss"Allison Alexander on Curiosity (or How to Get an Accidental Degree) - Episode #014#014 - Join Jennie for the " 'Allison' Wonderland" episode, where she chats with Allison Alexander about pursuing anything that makes you say, "curiouser and curiouser" and ends with falling down a rabbit hole. Allison's Everything Enthusiast resume is a bit bonkers, which means we get to discuss:layering each new career on top of the last (and taking advantage of the overlap),how curiosity is a muscle you can build, and how flexing it leads to extreme adaptability,a better way to deal with c...
2021-04-2947 min
CrimeopediaMurder: Travis AlexanderWhen Jodi Arias met Travis Alexander, she fell hard and fast. Unfortunately, Travis would pay the ultimate price for involving himself with Jodi. "I'm desperately trying to find out if my date has an axe murderer penned up inside her...." Due to the character limit, all source material will be available at crimeopediapod.ca
2021-04-1550 min
CrimeopediaMurder: Travis Alexander When Jodi Arias met Travis Alexander, she fell hard and fast. Unfortunately, Travis would pay the ultimate price for involving himself with Jodi. "I'm desperately trying to find out if my date has an axe murderer penned up inside her...." Due to the character limit, all source material will be available at crimeopediapod.ca
2021-04-1550 min
The Home Run with Lee DixonBook of the Week, April 8 - A Tribute to Max Angus, Tasmanian Artist, by Allison AlexanderToday's Book of the Week, as selected and reviewed by Tim Gott from the Devonport Bookshop, is A Tribute to Max Angus, Tasmanian Artist, by Allison Alexander . . .
2021-04-0807 min
Culture Changers with Allison HareEP86: Soul Candy with Anne AlexanderAnne Alexander has a successful career as a best selling author and former editor for National Geographic & Mindful Magazine. Today Anne is focused on Soul Candy, her new personal project were she shares all she has learned Show breakdown:
Anne’s background [3:30]
Soul Candy [6:20]
Time to make your mark [9:40]
Anne’s new formats [11:30]
Mindfulness = Being aware of your thoughts and feelings [14:20]
Finding your purpose [19:29]
Writing as a way to communicate [26:45]
The type of house Anne grew up in [33:00]
The intention behind Soul Candy [38:01]
The practice of Mindfulness [43:40]
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“Soul Candy is in some ways this sor...
2020-12-2253 min
Titus TalksThe virologist hunts for a jobToday I get to chat with Allison Bakovic, a PhD student at George Mason University and a virologist in the middle of a pandemic. Not only is Allison working hard to fight COVID-19, but she's starting to hunt for a job after grad school and we get to talk about the search, cool strategies, and some fun advice. Get comfortable with being uncomfortable!
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
Cheers,
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2020-09-2224 min
Invisible Not Broken - Chronic Illness Podcast Network(Explicitly Sick) How to Write About Characters With Disabilities, IBS, and the Importance of New Ways to Talk to Each Other: Allison AlexanderWebsite/Blog, Twitter, & Instagram Handlewww.aealexander.com, @allisonexanderName *Allison AlexanderDisorder InfoWhat is your disorder? *Irritable Bowel Syndrome (severe), chronic nausea, Cytolytic vaginosisAt what age did your disorder become a daily issue? *8Who were you before your illness became debilitating? *I went through various stages with my chronic illnesses. My IBS started up around age 8, and though it caused incredible chronic pain I was often able to push through and attend stuf...
2020-04-201h 02
Wharton Business Radio Guest AudioAllison Alexander on Your MoneyAllison Alexander, financial advisor at Savant Capital Management and a co-founder and member of the Women’s Wealth Initiative committee at Savant, talks to Your Money host Kent Smetters on Business Radio, SiriusXM 132 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2020-02-2715 min
House of Legends: World Myths & LegendsEpisode 32: The Snow MaidenIt's time for snowy stories! We kick off the season of wintry tales with a perennial favourite of mine, The Snow Maiden. This is a Russian folk tale collected by Alexander Nikolayevich Afanasyev, which was later made into a play and opera, and lingers in that classic Christmas film, The Snowman.You can support House of Legends by getting a copy of my book, The Bone Flute, which reviewers are calling 'masterful', 'breathtaking' and 'the next big thing in fantasy' at Amazon UK:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bone-Flute-Tears-Stars/dp/1709378727/ref=sr_1_1?k...
2019-12-0327 min
House of Legends: World Myths & LegendsEpisode 18: Vasalisa the BeautifulThis week we have the story of Vasalisa the Beautiful, the most famous Russian folk-tale.The story was collected by Alexander Afanasyev for his Russian Folk-Tales collections, which were published between 1855-1863. It was made into a film by the same name, and has featured in the Hellboy cartoon as well as various short stories. Most recently, Sophie Anderson used the story as the basis for her novel, The House With Chicken Legs, while Clarissa Pinkola Estes analysed the story in Women Who Run With The Wolves.Get access to every new House of Legends e...
2019-09-1035 min
Minion Death CultLandlord Protection Agency (feat. Jack Allison)This week Jack Allison of Struggle Session (@strugglesesh) helps us cover the worst website in existence, The LPA, an organization designed to help landlords suppress any modicum of human compassion they may have once had. Also, the STRIKEingly bad takes generated by the Uber/Lyft labor action. Subscribe at www.patreon.com/miniondeathcult or retweet this episode from www.twitter.com/miniondeathcult for a chance to win an official North Korea Summit commemorative coin featuring the two leaders of the natural world: Kim Jong-Un and Donald Trump. Music: Show Me The Body - Cam...
2019-05-131h 22
Barbells To Buddhas: Train I Travel I Try New S#it034: OCR & a Spartan Life with Elite Athlete Allison TaiAllison Tai is a world renowned OCR elite athlete, and mom of 2 kids. She also live in what can only be described as a “OCR home” mixed with a Spartan mindset. Growing her own foods, honey, and even chickens and eggs smack in the middle of suburban Vancouver Canada. We discuss her journey into OCR, from her pre-and post natal instruction, to travelling the world competing in some of the toughest physical and mental fitness challenges on the planet. We also discuss her views on nutrition, training and recovery, as well as her OCR Coaching certification course.
2018-11-0749 min