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Creative Codex49: William Blake • On Vision's Wing • Part 3: The Gods of William BlakeWhy did William Blake create his own gods? What does Blake's cosmology teach us about humanity? What role does Blake's visual art serve in fulfilling his creative vision?
Join me on a journey to The Morgan Library & Museum, where we view Blake's original manuscripts & artworks, to answer these questions.
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View the companion gallery for this episode here, including a fully rendered copy of The First Book of Urizen with transcribed text and a diagram of Blake's gods: https://mjdorian.com/blake/
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Evil Everywhere: A True Crime and Horror PodcastEpisode 03: The Murder of Teresa SieversImagine - you fly back from a trip out of state, drive home from the airport alone, to find two strange people laying in wait for you in your home. This was the terror Teresa Sievers felt the last few moments of her life. Teresa, a 46 year old strong willed doctor and mother in Bonita Springs, Florida, returned home early from a family trip while her husband and children stayed behind to return a few days later. She walked into her home and was horrifically murdered. Those responsible for ending her life were found to have lived 1100 miles away...2024-09-2949 min
Inside The CoffinEpisode 3: Sick PleasureInside the Coffin is Witch Craft Magazine’s new podcast. An auditory resurrection of its past. In each episode Julia Fisher and Genevieve Jagger dig up a selection of stories, poems and prose from the last 8 issues of Witch Craft for your entertainment.This episode features: Delivery by Kayla JeanThe Necessary Dark by Chelsea Laine Wells, @chelsea_l_w on Instagram19 Covid Safe Scenes by Kawai Shen, @kawaishen on Twitter and Bluesky Photogenic Mouth Goblins Ingest The Walls by Nate Hoil, @natehoil on InstagramBlank Spaces by...2024-05-2159 min
UNBOXING: Play & Profit for the Gaming Curious.Building the creator economy part 2: MinecraftAnother Unboxing exclusive. We interview Minecraft's Kayla Kinnunen on Mojang's vision on user-generated content. Plus, why The Game Awards can't win2023-12-141h 17
The Maneater DigestStudent Housing Crisis and Treeline Music Fest CancellationWelcome to this year's second episode of TMD! Today, we spoke with The Maneater's Data and Investigation Chief Laine Cibulskis on some issues surrounding converted student housing this year at MU. Then, we heard from Sam Barrett, one of The Maneater's news editors, about the seemingly abrupt cancellation of the Treeline Music Fest (formerly known as Roots N Blues).
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Class E PodcastErin Mehagan On Creating A Company By Women for WomenTo celebrate National Entrepreneurship Day (Nov. 15, 2022), Erin Mehagan, joins us on this Episode of the Class E Podcast. After years of frustration, and altering bras to fit her changing breasts, Erin decided to do something about it. She created her company, Livi Lou Laine which works to help women feel comfortable in their bodies by creating customizable bras and inserts that empowers them to choose their shape and feel great. In this episode, she shares her story and her mission to help all women find confidence again without having to resort to surgery. Guest: Erin Mehagan 2022-11-1428 min
Librarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesLore Olympus by Rachel Smythe - August 202210 out of 10, five stars all around, we can't recommend it enough! Listen in as we rave about the beauty and uniqueness that is Lore Olympus.2022-09-0152 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesGold Sky 1 - July 2022This month Kayla and Laine read a book recommended by a listener- Gold Sky #1, Heart and Hand. Listen in as they discuss polyamory representation in modern novels, similar reads, and the magic of reading for vibes.2022-07-2733 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesRed White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston - June 2022Laine and Kayla celebrate Pride by reading and discussing this cute rom-com. Listen in as they discuss own voices writing, the edits made to RW&RB to further respect the queer community, and ask you to drop your own pride recs!2022-06-3037 min
Librarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesBook of Night by Holly Black - May 2022Listeners know that our hosts Laine and Kayla love Holly Black's Folk of the Air series, but how has her dive into new adult been received? Listen in as we discuss her inspirations, comparable titles, and why we gave this book an almost perfect 5 star rating!2022-06-1037 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesBridgerton: The Duke and I - April 2022It's another episode of Librarians Read the Darndest Things, and Laine and Kayla have a lot to hash out about The Duke and I! Listen up as they discuss a writing style that's almost 20 years old, The Scene, and the TV show. Then, stay tuned to find out what they'll be reading for the rest of the summer, fake dating trope and Victorian England setting recommendations, and all the ways you're encouraged to read. And, don't forget! It's time for summer reading, so read along with them and complete your summer reading logs.2022-05-0636 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesCrescent City: House of Sky and Breath - March 2022It's another roast from your favorite Maas Trash librarians! Listen in as our hosts pick apart CC: HoSaB, from main characters to relationships to star supporting roles.2022-03-2850 min
Librarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesShadow and Bone - February 2022This month Laine and Kayla follow-up Ninth House by reading another Leigh Bardugo hit- Shadow and Bone! Listen up as they compare Bardugo's debut to her latest novel, compare the series to the Netflix show, and discuss Bardugo's common themes and practices.2022-03-1449 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesNinth House by Leigh Bardugo - January 2022Are you a fan of the Shadow and Bone Netflix series? Do you love the found family trope in Six of Crows? Then tune in for this discussion of Leigh Bardugo's first shot at adult fiction! Ninth House is a paranormal murder mystery set around Yale University. Listen up as Laine and Kayla discuss Leigh Bardugo's growth as a writer, the unique plot she provides, and the engaging mystery afoot in Ninth House.2022-02-0747 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesFanfiction - December 2021It's Fanfic December with Parents Read the Darndest Things and Laine and Kayla could not be more excited! Fanfiction is one of their favorite mediums, so our hosts went hard for this one. Kayla read two lengthy fics from the Harry Potter universe, and Laine read several short fics ranging from Life With Derek to Dragon Ball Z. Listen in as they discuss why every type of fic is a gem, and how fandoms are the creative communities we love to be a part of.2022-01-0344 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesBunny by Mona Awad - November 2021Bunny by Mona Awad is a surreal journey between reality and the depths of imagination. Listen in as Laine and Kayla share their different takes on what's real and what isn't. Also discussed: the cults of feminity, the performance of friendship, and the absolute brainpower needed to nail down what's really going on in Bunny.
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Email questions and suggestions to Laine at: lpresley@cvlga.org2021-11-2247 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesHouse of Hollow by Krystal Sutherland - October 2021Listen as Laine and Kayla discuss the YA horror novel House of Hollow by Krystal Sutherland. They dive into the gruesome, gritty details of Sutherland's writing style, the enthralling plot and the surprisingly complex characters. As always, join the discussion at https://discord.gg/sf32DFGrA6 or email Laine with any questions or responses to this episode at lpresley@cvlga.org. 2021-11-0143 min
Suffer the Little ChildrenEpisode 85: Henry Anderson (Part 2)In episode 84, I told you the story of a loving, joyful little boy who, despite a rocky start, suffered no lack of love throughout his short life. It’s also the story of the darkness no one knew boiled just beneath one woman’s polished, perfect facade and how that darkness erupted, leaving in its wake a child murdered and a family devastated.In this episode, you’ll hear my conversation with Henry’s grandma, Kayla Anderson, and cousin, Sarah Lohse, who told me more about Henry’s life and the circumstances surrounding his death.This is part 2...2021-10-2221 min
Suffer the Little ChildrenEpisode 81 - Steven Meek IIWhen two-year-old Steven Meek II was taken to a Virginia hospital, unresponsive, and died two days later, investigators focused on his mother’s boyfriend, McKenzie Hellman, whose story about how Steven incurred his injuries didn’t add up. No one could have anticipated just how horrific McKenzie’s actions truly were or how fundamentally baby Steven had been betrayed by his own mother, Kayla Thomas. Only when the two were charged with multiple crimes involving sexual abuse and child pornography did the full picture of the couple’s depravity begin to develop.This is the story of a sweet, w...2021-10-0638 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesThe Deal by Elle Kennedy - September 2021Laine and Kayla discuss book 1 of the Off Campus series, The Deal, by Elle Kennedy. Listen in as Laine gushes over her shameless love for hockey romances, Kayla has a literary moral dilemma, and both discuss the horrors of the 2010s.
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2021-09-3036 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesPeople Like Her by Ellery Lloyd - August 2021Laine and Kayla jump right into the social media thriller People Like Her by Ellery Lloyd. Tune in as they discuss the pros and cons of social media and influencers, how each was portrayed in this fast-paced novel, and how they affect everyone from the influencer themselves down to relatives of social media lurkers. Spiral out with them as they trail over the benefits of social media as a resource if one is self-aware, the current hype of Kindle Unlimited, and the perfect-book-formula. Remember to always chat with them in the Discord server at https://discord.gg/D87wwRnVtQ 2021-08-3049 min
A Million Other ChoicesThe Bonaventure Axe Murders - FAMILY ANNIHILATORLin Kreis, Kayla Gordon and Laine Gordon were living the suburban dream when they were horrifically slaughtered while going about their ordinary day.Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw https://www.taylortollerfund.org/Support the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-08-2224 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesA Kids Book About Racism by Jelani Memory - July 2021A super special episode because while Laine is away, Kayla takes the opportunity to have a guest host! Listen in and join the Discord server of the same name (Parents Read the Darndest Things) to drop your thoughts while Kayla and special guest Keshan discuss the children's book A Kids Book About Racism by Jelani Memory, from the A Kids Book About... series. They discuss the importance of the series, the benefits of early cultural conversations, and how to have those conversations. Check it out and find the hosts to chat at https://discord.gg/urhqsu3mAC. 2021-08-0428 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesCrescent City House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas - June 2021Listen in to a throw-back episode as Laine and Kayla discuss the hit title from Sarah J. Maas, Crescent City House of Earth and Blood. They discuss possible endgame relationships, characters they hope to see make comebacks, and analyze the plot of this mysterious high fantasy.2021-06-2434 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesIn the Garden of Spite by Camilla Bruce - May 2021Laine and Kayla discuss the historical fiction novel based on serial killer Belle Gunness. They discuss the modern obsession with serial killers; the blurred line between fangirling over toxic fictional characters and toxic real life individuals; and the finesse with which Bruce tells Gunness' story.
As always, join us in the Discord server at https://discord.gg/3zzRANP or by searching Discord for Parents Read the Darndest Things, and view some of our episodes on YouTube on the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries channel!2021-05-1929 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesWuhan Diary by Fang Fang - April 2021Laine and Kayla discuss this daily diary of the quarantine in Wuhan, making comparisons to the American quarantine and musing on cultural and political differences. They discuss hopes for positive cultural sharing, the global disaster of misinformation, and the post-pandemic generations. Their interest in other people's quarantine experience has been tapped! If you'd like to share documentation of your quarantine time, drop it in the Discord chat at https://discord.gg/uGhbPbKAt72021-04-1653 min
Worthiness WarriorsEpisode 25: Self-Worth and Social MediaChelsea Austin talks to social media gurus and entrepreneurs, Lynzee Krohne and Kayla Weich about all things social media. From how social media can be used to our advantage and how we can make sure we are not letting those analytics take away from our inherent value and self-worth. If you are Instagram insights obsessed, this episode is for you!! (And if you’re not and still not sure what Instagram is, Lynzee and Kayla have incredible advice and information about where to start.) You can learn more about Lynzee and Kayla and Leo and Laine on their website, th...2021-04-1443 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesA Court of Silver Flames - March 2021Laine and Kayla discuss (roast??) ACOSF as self-certified #MAASTRASH, but also as picky readers. Listen as they discuss how authors address trauma, the pros of a good editing process, evaluate smut reads, and breakdown the build-up of a well-rounded character. Join the discussion on the Discord at https://discord.gg/rqZsVvHvPF
View the video of this discussion at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcOjTNs7ugY 2021-04-031h 15Librarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesFebruary: Circe by Madeline Miller, the NEA Big ReadLaine and Kayla discuss Circe by Madeline Miller, the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries title for the NEA Big Read. Kayla re-enforces her distaste for simps; Laine recounts the time a Wendy's employee had an ethereal voice. Join in as we discuss the strength of a great narrator, the power of motherhood, and how the men of Greek mythology are triflin'.
Join the discussion anytime at: https://discord.gg/rqZsVvHvPF or login to Discord and search for Parents Read the Darndest Things. View the video on the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries YouTube page.2021-02-1231 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesJanuary Graphic Novel: The Weight of Our Sky by Hanna AlkafKayla and Laine discuss the Webtoon version of this YA novel (access: https://www.webtoons.com/en/historical/the-weight-of-our-sky/list?title_no=1739&page=1 ) and it's representation of OCD and trauma. They also consider the value of graphic novels as literature, and the difference illustration makes to the emotion of a story.2021-01-1424 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesDecember Romance: Let's Talk About Love by Claire KannThis month we decided to read a light romance to go easy on the bookclubbers for the holiday season. One problem- Laine and I can't take any read at face-value. We picked this one apart- oops! Main character Alice is a biromantic Ace gal just looking for love and struggling in her varied personal relationships. Join us as we unpack this one and discuss the importance of queer and ethnically diverse representation in YA books.2021-01-0432 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesNovember Classics: Little Women and Slaughterhouse-FiveLaine and Kayla discuss Slaughterhouse-Five and Little Women and search for the magic 'perfect class book' formula.
Remember to join our chats on Goodreads and Discord! Search either site for "Parents Read the Darndest Things".2021-01-0335 minLibrarians Read the Darndest Things by Chattahoochee Valley LibrariesOctober True Horrors: Cults Uncovered by Emily G. ThompsonIn this episode, Laine decides she would definitely join a cult; Kayla would probably lead one. We discuss our book club choice Cults Uncovered: True Stories of Mind Control and Murder by Emily G. Thompson and all things culty! Special focus on Patty Hearst's involvement with the SLA, and The Oneida Community.
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Parents Read the Darndest Things is a no-pressure book club for busy caregivers/adults! We try to keep our selections diverse across genres and content, and suggestions are always welcome! As always, feel fr...2020-12-3030 min
Strong Girls Talk012 Energy Evolved with Amanda Laine“I moved here from Canada 2 years ago, and for the last 10 years I have been passionate about helping others feel their best. Everything is connected and I have gratefully seen living proof of this many times over. I am deeply passionate about creating long-term positive change. Blending energy kinesiology into Yoga also offers both a deeply meaningful yet empowering experience.” - AmandaTo find Amanda visit www.energyevolving.com.au and her Facebook page Energy Evolving as well.Amanda takes kinesiology clients in Dee Why 6 days per week. She’s also currently running a week...2018-07-3100 min