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Tracklist:
1.Monococ - Aurora Borealis
2.Adam Beyer & Chris Avantgarde - Desolate Lands
3.Monococ, Karlo Wanny - He Is Dangerous
4.Monococ - Record Lovers
5.Monococ, Karlo Wanny - Contact by Capture
6.Bart Skils & Weska - Dusk Till Dawn
7.Bart Skils & Weska - Torn Clouds
8.Veerus - Mind Body Soul
9.Kaufmann (DE) - Mother
10.NoNameLeft - Whale (Original Mix)
11.Nicole Moudaber...
2025-07-052h 27
Applebeth and FriendsA Gathering of Art and LiteratureOur A1 characters chat about our current issue Consequences, death, cycles of violence and loss, memory as an active force, the past interacting with the present, the role of art and belief, a world rich with layers where patterns repeat and memory's alive. Home
2025-06-2525 min
2025-05-2600 min
Applebeth and FriendsDuérmete, Niño, Tu Cuna es Verde‘Duérmete niño, en la copa del árbol,cuando el viento sopla la cuna se mece,cuando la rama rompe la cuna caerá,y el niño bajará, cuna y todo.’Y cae el niño, cuna y todo.
2025-05-1502 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineRain on Me by Jeffrey MillerImagine waking up to find the band you founded has replaced you with a machine—and even changed its name. Eight-year veteran drummer Tyler “Rain” Miller refuses to go quietly. From a crumpled Marlboro on his nightstand to the sticky floors of The Metro, Tyler’s day careens through Chicago’s punk-rock heart: confrontations with backstabbing bandmates, a bitter breakup, and an unforgettable night at Wrigley Field’s first rain-soaked night game. “Rain On Me” is a raucous, fast-paced ode to musical rebellion and the ties that bind us to our roots. It’s a gritty, funny, and surprisingly tender tale of one...
2025-05-0826 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineAs our Sun Begins to Fade by Steven StorrieIn As Our Sun Begins to Fade, Storrie weaves a quiet, elegy for lost youth and unspoken love. When a young soldier returns to the brown, empty fields where a childhood home once stood, he is confronted by absence. Through crisp November winds and memories of daring daydreams beneath an ancient sculpture, he reckons with the choices he never made and the words he never spoke. This tender, forward-looking tale honors the places and people that shape us, reminding us that courage lives in every moment we dare to seize—and in every chance we take to tell someone th...
2025-05-0810 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineTake Off and Warbler: Two Poems by Michael GallagherStep into a world where the smallest moments become grand adventures. In "Take Off” Gallagher captures the awe and exhilaration of a child’s first confident steps—no longer clinging to chairs or clinging to fear, but striding boldly into the adventure -- It’s a tender reminder that freedom often arrives one careful step at a time.Then, in “Warbler,” we shift our gaze to the garden’s hidden corners. ...
2025-05-0602 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineBehind Closed Doors by Margaret CahillBehind Closed Doors by Margaret Cahill is a haunting story of loss, silence, and survival. After returning from London carrying a terrible secret, a young girl struggles to find her footing beneath the weight of betrayal and shame. Told with stark beauty and compassion, this story invites listeners into a world where hope kindles in the darkest corners.Not every battle leaves a scar you can see.In the silence, courage takes root.
2025-04-2704 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineThe UFO Over Portland by Sara ClancySara Clancy captures a fleeting moment where the extraordinary collides with the mundane. With humor and keen observation, the poem explores the delicate line between belief and disbelief as a strange sight in the sky causes a ripple of wonder and near chaos. The poem deftly plays with the imagination, highlighting how easily our grip on certainty can slip, leaving us to question the boundaries of possibility. A sharp, playful reflection on perception, mystery, and the unexpected awe that turns ordinary moments into near catastrophes of wonder
2025-04-1602 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazinePoodles by Susan TepperEpisode Title: Poodles – A Flash Fiction Story by Susan Tepper🥄 About This EpisodeIn this episode of The Linnet’s Wings Magazine Podcast, we present Poodles by Susan Tepper, a finely tuned micro fiction piece that captures class contrast, quiet frustrations, and the small details that define human interaction.We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed publishing it.
2025-03-2003 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineThe Sleep-Song of Gráinne Over DiarmuidThank you for joining us for The Sleep-Song of Gráinne Over Diarmuid a poem that carries love and loss in equal measure. If you enjoyed today’s reading, follow The Linnet’s Wings Magazine Podcast for more poetry and storytelling that keeps tradition alive. Until next time—may your nights be peaceful, your journeys safe, and your stories ever told.Originally found in Duanaire Finn (The Poem Book of Finn), this poem captures the poignant blend of affection and alarm, soothing in rhythm yet charged with the knowledge that pursuit is clos...
2025-03-1404 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineThe Time of ManannánThank you for joining us for The Time of Manannán, where the gods walk among seasons, and the air itself hums with waiting. If this piece resonates with you, follow The Linnet’s Wings Magazine Podcast for more poetry and storytelling steeped in myth, nature, and time’s endless turning. And until next time—may your path be steady, your balance true, and your seasons always in rhythm with the world.
2025-03-1403 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineFaith by Bonnie ZobellIn this episode, The Linnet’s Wings Magazine Podcast presents Faith by Bonnie ZoBell, a striking piece of flash fiction about family, expectations, and the quiet ways we navigate the roles assigned to us. Faith was published to one of our early issues and can be viewed on our website at the following link. Stories Faith by Bonnie ZoBell📖 What You’ll Find in This Story:A family reunion in Mormon country, where unspoken rules shape the airThe tension of belonging and otherness, of fitting in yet standing apartA daughter’s search...
2025-03-1008 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineMuldaddie by Jane Fuller Step onto the edge of the world with Muldaddie by Jane Fuller, a poem that captures the haunting meeting of land and sea, of past and present, of myth and memory.Listen and FindA headland rich with history—where footsteps of the past linger where in The wild motion of nature—peregrines, kittiwakes, and tides pull at the soul as A tension between land and sea, freedom and fate interweaves with A final, foreboding call as the Raven warns of transformationPoetry that breathes with the landscape, where every line stirs the...
2025-03-0902 min
The Linnet's Wings Magazine8:23 to Marylebone by Jim HatfieldThank you for joining us on this journey through Jim Hatfield’s 8.23 to Marylebone. If you enjoyed today’s reading, be sure to follow The Linnet’s Wings Magazine Podcast for more poetry, storytelling, and literary discoveries. Until next time—may your travels be unexpected, your mornings poetic, and your words always in motion.🎶 Credits & ProductionPoem by: Jim HatfieldProduced by: The Linnet’s Wings Magazine Podcast#PoetryPodcast #JimHatfield #TrainJourneys #BritishRail #CreativeWriting #IndiePoetry #Storytelling #TheLinnetsWings #AudioPoetry
2025-03-0801 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineArmstrong by Martin HeavisidesArmstrong: The Genius of Satchmo 🎺A Linnet’s Wings Magazine ReadingLouis Armstrong wasn’t just a musician—he was a force of nature. In this episode, we dive into the world of Satchmo through Martin Heavisides’ essay Armstrong, exploring his artistry, humor, defiance, and the unmistakable voice that reshaped American music. From the bold brilliance of his trumpet to the sharp wit of his storytelling, Armstrong transcended categories, weaving comedy and virtuosity into every note.Join us as we celebrate the enduring legacy of a man who did something different every time—and in doing...
2025-03-0745 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineSUPERBIA -- Cloud News at The Linnet's WingsCloud News is where words unfold like weather—shifting, illuminating, bending time and thought. In this episode, Electrification, we explore the contrast of sin and virtue, hunger and nourishment, darkness and light—how the world, like the soul, is fed by what it consumes. Inspired by Dante’s descent and ascent, this reflection asks: what truly nourishes us?🎙 A reading from The Linnet’s Wings Magazine.For more poetry, prose, and creative nonfiction, visit www.thelinnetswings.org.
2025-03-0604 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineA New World Rising by Mari FitzpatrickThere’s a New World Rising, is a poem that was written in 2016 that speaks about connection and respect ...The imagery is a dreamlike meditation on change and unity. It now features a newly crafted bridge section that pauses the tone to ask a what if ... what if it doesn't happen after all ... 💙 Themes —hope and transformation—symbols of love, reflection, and destiny—the universal longing for unity📌 Subscribe for more episodes: [https://open.spotify.com/show/7ryHt73KdXatupTSIhNsTV?si=af58119b510b4f3f]📌 Read m...
2025-03-0502 min
Applebeth and FriendsBlue Walls by Elizabeth HitchcockJoin us in the quiet corners of Blue Walls, a poem by Elizabeth Hitchcock who journeys through time, space, and memory. Blue Walls explores the contrast between solitude and connection, weekdays and weekends, routine and memory. From proofreading judgments with a purple pen to collecting lost children around a fire, the poem moves through intimate moments of longing and reflection. In this episode, we bring these words to life through sound and voice. Read more poetry at https://www.thelinnetswings.orgBlue Walls: a story of memory, longing, and connection. Listen...
2025-03-0502 min
Applebeth and FriendsAir by Emilia Pardo BazánTranslated by Diana Ferraro, Emilia Pardo Bazán’s haunting short story, AIR, explores the fragile boundary between love and madness, reality and delusion. A young woman, Cecilia Bohorques, clings to a single phrase spoken by her lover—"You are nothing. You are colder than air."—until it consumes her entirely. In her mind, she becomes air itself, untouchable, untethered, lost to the world.
2025-03-0510 min
Applebeth and FriendsThe City Remembers and So Do ILving in the clouds during COVID—searching for something more than what was on offer? Here, sunrise paints each day anew, and the rain doesn’t just fall—it feeds the soil, teases scent from the blossom, fills baths for feathered friends as the past lingers in echoes, the present unfolds in layers, and the wind carries questions not yet asked.Step into a space where words drift like clouds, where stories fold forward and unfold back—where memory and imagination meet.🎙 A reading from The Linnet’s Wings Magazine. For more poetry, prose, and cr...
2025-03-0504 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazinePersephone Is At That Difficult Age by Kirsten LuckinsExplore the delicate threshold between childhood and adulthood in Kirsten Luckins' captivating poem, 'Persephone Is At That Difficult Age.' This piece intricately weaves the mythological with the personal, portraying the turbulent emotions and transformative moments of adolescence. Listen as Luckins eloquently captures the dance of defiance and desire, inviting us to reflect on the complexities of growth and identity. Perfect for anyone who cherishes deep dives into vivid poetry that speaks to the soul's seasons.
2025-03-0403 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineCloud News: The City Remembers and So Do IWho wasn’t living in the clouds during COVID—searching for something more than what was on offer? Cloud News is my take on the world as I saw it—where every sound and color sparked a thought, a made-up image, a comment, a scribble, or a story.Here, sunrise painted each day anew, and the rain didn't just fall—it fed the soil, teased scent from the blossom and filled baths for feathered friends. A space—where memory and imagination met. A reading from The Linnet’s Wings Magazine. For more poetry, prose, and c...
2025-03-0304 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineMusings chanced upon in the quiet of Inniscrone by Peter KiernanAfter Yesterday's muse on mad women and air ...by Emilia Pardo Bazan ...I thought today to cheer up the show with a quieter meditation. The very lovely Musings Chanced Upon in the Quiet of Inniscrone by Peter Kiernan was published up to one of our early issues and it is a contemplative reflection on solitude, memory, and the ceaseless rhythms of nature. Set against the windswept shores of Enniscrone, in County Sligo. the poem weaves a tapestry of shifting light, rolling waves, and whispered silences, to capture the fleeting nature of time—where the pr...
2025-03-0203 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineAir by Emilia Pardo BazánTranslated by Diana Ferraro, Emilia Pardo Bazán’s haunting short story, AIR, explores the fragile boundary between love and madness, reality and delusion. A young woman, Cecilia Bohorques, clings to a single phrase spoken by her lover—"You are nothing. You are colder than air."—until it consumes her entirely. In her mind, she becomes air itself, untouchable, untethered, lost to the world.In this chilling and poetic tale, Bazán, a pioneer of Spanish literature, delivers a devastating meditation on obsession, longing, and the weightlessness of unfulfilled love."There is a madness that is loud...
2025-03-0110 min
Applebeth and FriendsMr Gent, Miss Loose-Ends and Mr. CutcornersWelcome to Apple Beth & Friends—where stories don’t always end, and some barely begin.Somewhere between a thought and a sentence, between the last word and the one that never came, there’s a place where unfinished stories wait. A place where endings linger… just out of reach. And on this particular day, Apple Beth stumbles right into it.Meet Miss Loosends, the keeper of forgotten endings, tending to threads of stories that flicker, curl, and wait to be remembered. Enter Mr. Gent, ever the observer, watching the spaces between things. And brace yourself for Mr...
2025-02-2806 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineMiss Loose-ends, Mr. Gent and Mr. CutcornersSomewhere between a thought and a sentence, between the last word and the one that never came, there’s a place where unfinished stories wait. A place where endings linger… just out of reach. And on this particular day, Apple Beth stumbles right into it.Meet Miss Loosends, the keeper of forgotten endings, tending to threads of stories that flicker, curl, and wait to be remembered. Enter Mr. Gent, ever the observer, watching the spaces between things. And brace yourself for Mr. Cutcorners, who never met an ending he wouldn’t trim—whether it was ready or not....
2025-02-2806 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineMy Dead Love Came In by Bill WestLove lingers beyond the grave in this haunting tale of an Irish wake. As mourners gather around Liam’s coffin, sharing drink, music, and memories, a priest sings She Moved Through the Fair—Liam’s favorite tune. My Dead Love Came In is a story of grief and laughter, loss and longing. Set against the backdrop of a windswept fishing village, this tale captures the unbreakable bond between the departed and those they leave behind.🎧 Listen now and step into the firelit shadows of a wake where the past dances with the present.🔔 Don’t forget...
2025-02-2704 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineCloud NewsBefore but, the world was flat—a sentence held its breath, a thought stood still. But is a hinge, a crack in certainty… the wind in a still room… the sound of a footstep behind you. It is where words begin to run, where the sky folds inward, where breath replaces ink.Cloud News explores the liminal spaces between past and present, between what was and what might be. Each episode drifts through poetic landscapes, bending light, bending time, listening to echoes before they are spoken. Here, prime numbers plant strophes, words slip between clouds, and memory carrie...
2025-02-2603 min
Applebeth and FriendsTick Tock Chekhov ( The Metronome)The World of Apple BethIn the heart of an old orchard where the trees whisper stories and words refuse to sit still, Apple Beth lives among a cast of peculiar and delightful characters. Here, letters spin like leaves, shadows hold forgotten tales, and a misplaced word can open the wrong door—or the right one.Artwork: Miss Malone
2025-02-2503 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineApple Beth and Mr. GentA Story of Unfinished Thoughts & Hidden DoorsIn this episode of Apple Beth & Friends, a peculiar encounter unfolds. When Apple Beth notices something missing—not a word, not a sentence, but a space between them—she finds herself face to face with Mr. Gent, a mysterious traveler in time and thought.He arrives not with answers, but with a question:"Do you want it back?"What follows is a micro story of lost ideas, hidden doors, and the spaces between words—where thoughts slip away before they can be caught and time folds...
2025-02-2503 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineA Letter to my Mother by Sergei Yesenin (Translated by Russell Bittner)In this evocative poem, Sergei Yesenin expresses a poignant longing for his mother, with vivid imagery and emotional depth. Translated by Russell Bittner, A Letter to My Mother captures Yesenin’s nostalgia, remorse, and deep affection, blending tender memories with the reality of time and separation—something that any mother, particularly those in wartorn situations, can deeply relate to.
2025-02-2402 min
Applebeth and FriendsApplebeth and the BausanApple Beth meets the Bausan in The Badger's Keep when our young storyteller finds herself on a quest to reclaim her words. Along the way, she discovers the secrets of spinning symbols, and stumbles upon a mysterious door that may hold the key to time itself
2025-02-2308 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineNext to Rock by Susan Isla TepperNext to Rock by Susan Isla Tepper unfolds in quiet, haunting rhythm.Like poetry, some microfiction lingers in the spaces between words, shaping its world in rhythm and restraint Brought to you by The Linnet’s Wings, this piece is a meditation on distance, darkness, and the weight of the unseen. Settle in, listen, and let the story take hold.
2025-02-2102 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineMemories of a Winter's Day by Ann WaltersIn the hush of a winter morning, love lingers in the crisp air, as snow drapes the Grand Canyon in quiet wonder. Memory of a Winter’s Day by Ann Walters is a reflection on a fleeting yet unforgettable moment—where time slows, and each snowflake, each breath, becomes a part of something timeless. Listen in and let this gentle, evocative poem transport you to a world of stillness, love, and winter’s quiet magic.
2025-02-2002 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineBright SparksBright Sparks was published up to our 'Word Architect' magazine ...Some lights are small, yet they change the world. Some voices are new, yet they teach us more than we ever knew. Bright Sparks is a celebration of childhood wonder—of the little souls who land in our world like stardust, asking questions that remind us to look up, to listen, and to dream.Through their laughter and curiosity, they leave a mark—shaping the future as they dance through the present. This poem is for them. For the ones who remind us how vast and beautiful the...
2025-02-1904 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineThe Pieces the Soul KnowsSome moments are never spoken. Some truths rest in silence, drifting beneath the surface, waiting to be felt rather than told. The Pieces the Soul Knows is a quiet meditation on the echoes of choice, the weight of unspoken words, and the delicate balance of time and healing.Listen closely—perhaps your soul already knows these pieces too.Designed for the Applebeth storyboard at The Linnet's Wings #Poetry #Reflections #AppleBeth #SpokenWord #ThoughtsUnspoken
2025-02-1801 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineTick Tock Chekhov✨ No Such Thing as a Free Tea? 🍵“Like Tick Tock Chekhov?” Apple Beth mused as she peered over her teacup. “I made that one up!”Welcome to The Linnet’s Wings Magazine's Daily Poem, where words dance, rhyme flows, and a moment of verse awaits you each day. From timeless reflections to playful musings, each piece is a sip of inspiration—best enjoyed with a cup of something warm.Tune in daily and let poetry find you! 🕊️🎶#PoetryDaily #AppleBeth #TheLinnetsWings #SipOnVerse
2025-02-1703 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazinePicture on Picture by Mari FitzpatrickIn today's segment, we delve into a moment that unfolds in the simplest of settings—a backyard scene between a cat and a mouse, reminiscent of a real-life Tom and Jerry sketch. As Mari takes a break from her editing work, she witnesses a whirlwind chase around a rain barrel that turns her coffee break into an unexpected spectacle of nature's play. The poem, weaves tension and tranquility through its lines; capturing the essence of the chase it explores how everyday observations can transform into artistic and even fun expressions. Stay tuned, and let's find inspiration in the world ar...
2025-02-1610 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineWinter's Last Breath by Oonah V. JosllinHappy St. Valentine's Day: Words shape the world—through rhythm and breath, Settle in, listen close, and let the words take flight. 🕊️🔗Discover more atThe Linnet’s Wings
2025-02-1403 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineMexican Escape by Yvette Wielhouwer FlisToday’s poem,Mexican Escape , captures the fleeting allure of escape—where tequila sunsets meet ancient ruins, and whispered identities dissolve in the jungle’s embrace. A journey through time, place, and consequence, this poem lingers in the spaces between beauty and loss.('Wielhouwer Flis' writing as 'Managan')✨Read more poetry, prose, and stories atThe Linnet's Wings.
2025-02-1302 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineIn Time by Nonnie AugustineDaily Verse at The Linnet’s Wings – A Countdown to St. Valentine’s Day 💕Today’s poem,In Time by Nonnie Augustine, captures love in its quiet, everyday elegance—the way it weaves through chipped porcelain, Mozart on weary roads, and steady hands that catch each other’s falls. In love, as in life, we soften landings and steady steps.✨Read more poetry, prose, and stories atThe Linnet's Wings.
2025-02-1202 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineAt Home @ The Linnet's WingsIn today’s episode, we explore the rhythm of love withHome, a poem that moves like music—shaped by melody, harmony, and time. Love is a sonata, a serenade, a cadence that lingers in the quiet and soars in the grand. Join us as we listen to its song.✨Read more poetry, prose, and stories atThe Linnet's Wings.
2025-02-1101 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineLove WalksIn today’s episode, Ana readsLove Walks, a poem inspired by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’sThe Arrow and the Song. This reflective piece explores how love, like a melody cast into the air, may seem lost but always finds its way back—renewed, resilient, and full of hope.Join us in celebrating love’s journey, and if you have a favorite poem you'd like to hear read, drop it in the comments!✨Read more poetry, prose, and stories atThe Linnet's Wings.
2025-02-1001 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineFolk Love @ The Linnet's Wings “Love loves to love love.”―James Joyce, UlyssesExplore the sounds, storms, and silences of love, as it weaves through its defenses and delights. "Folk Love" invites you to bask in the insights and inspirations of love's eternal dance.Tune in and enjoy!
2025-02-0901 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineTake all my Loves my LoveShakespeare’sSonnet 40 "Take all my Loves my Love" graced our magazine's title a few years ago. It is a meditation on love, betrayal, and forgiveness as the speaker addresses a lover who has taken everything—his love, his devotion, even perhaps his trust—yet he cannot bring himself to hate them. We have reimagined it here and we hope you enjoy listening to it, it's read by Clare. It's number 3 in our Valentine's Count down.
2025-02-0802 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineThe Mandylion by Joe GiordanoIn The Mandylion, Joe Giordano intertwines art, danger, and family dynamics through the lives of Anthony and Valentina Provati. This gripping excerpt sets the stage for a high-stakes narrative as Anthony, a Manhattan art dealer, is drawn back into a dangerous world by Sophia, an alluring figure from his past. With Valentina’s sharp wit and FBI expertise, the siblings navigate temptation, loyalty, and the shadowy underbelly of the art world.
2025-02-0713 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineIn The TurningOn our Valentine's run up, we hope you enjoy listening to "In the Turning:" a celebration of love’s transformative power, that turns fear into ease and calls dreams into reality. Reminding us that creativity, hope, and love are the true forces that mold our world. Like artists and dreamers, we also craft our futures with intention, breathing life into possibilities, ones yet unseen.
Thanks for popping into our daily podcast
2025-02-0701 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineThe Linnet's Wings PoetryDive into 'The Word Architects,' where language dances under the baton Akeith Walters, Michael Lee Johnson, and Oonah Joslin explore the vibrant and shadowy facets of life threaded through color and profound imagery. Uncover the rhythm of urban landscapes, the whispers of nature, and the enigmatic essence of human experience. Tune in to experience the power of poetry that resonates with moments of reflection and inspiration.
2025-02-0112 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineA Windy Day in Connemara A Windy Day in Connemara, is a vivid and lyrical journey into the untamed beauty of Ireland’s western coast. Hear the tide harmonizes with the wild winds, the precision of gulls fishing in a symphony of movement, and feel th grace of a lone deer traversing this rugged seascape.
Each word paints a picture of a world where nature’s grandeur intertwines with its delicate rhythms, capturing moments of life, reflection, and connection. From the peach-painted lighthouse standing sentinel to the intricate dance of gulls and waves, this episode is an ode to the enduring beauty of n...
2025-01-2005 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineApple Beth's Word Orchard
Welcome to The Word Orchard: Where Letters Take the Stage! 🍎
In today’s episode, we dive into the whimsical world of Apple Beth, a tale where the alphabet comes alive and battles over the meaning of words. When Apple Beth spots letters hiding behind a bluebell and warns of a linguistic war, Mary Malone, the head librarian, is thrust into a surreal adventure. Together, they witness vowels raining down from the sky, consonants taking sides, and the spirited debate between letters about the fate of language itself.
Join us for a story that blends humor, wordp...
2025-01-1307 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineChekhov's Dark Comedy By Stephen ZelnickPublished to The Word Architects is Chekhov's Dark Comedy, an essay by Stephen Zelnick
In this episode, we delve into the world of Anton Chekhov and his enigmatic play The Seagull, through the lens of Stephen Zelnick’s essay. Was Chekhov’s first major theatrical work a comedy or a tragedy? With its tangled relationships, biting humor, and moments of profound despair, The Seagull defies conventional categorization.
Join us as we explore Chekhov’s restrained artistry, his wry observations of a crumbling social order, and his ability to balance humor with heartbreak. From the play's disastrous premiere to its...
2025-01-1234 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineNot Right by Erik Svehaug
Dive into Erik Svehaug’s gripping tale Not Right, a haunting exploration of power, systemic cruelty, and quiet rebellion in the antebellum South. Danford Fortegeist, a man of ambition and cold calculation, builds a world of control and experimentation on his vast plantation. But within his meticulously ordered society, lives intertwine and resist, sparking moments of defiance and quiet tragedy.
Follow Fancy, a young boy caught in the web of Fortegeist’s experiments, as he navigates a life shaped by harsh hierarchies, systemic exploitation, and fragmented identity. His journey is one of survival, self-discovery, and the...
2025-01-1217 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineRequiem to the Forgotten by Mari FitzpatrickStep into a spellbinding All Hallows' Eve where music transcends the living and the dead. Requiem to the Forgotten is an enchanting tale of spectral orchestras, legendary composers, and the undeniable power of melody. From Liszt’s haunting sonnet to Freddie Mercury’s dazzling entrance, the stage is set for a concert unlike any other—complete with witches on bicycles, a poetic tribute to lost souls, and a surprise appearance by Death itself.Mari Fitzpatrick's richly imagined story blends humor, reverence, and a touch of the supernatural, inviting listeners to reflect on the timeless connection between art and th...
2025-01-1123 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineShiva by Ian FisherSet against the backdrop of Dublin’s storied streets, Shiva by Ian Fisher is an intricate tale of memory, loss, and celebration. This hauntingly beautiful story centers on Nessa’s extraordinary plan to honor her estranged husband Ira’s 75th birthday. A dazzling banquet filled with 3D avatars of Ira’s favorite deceased authors, snowfall summoned like magic, and a wandering Mandarin duck bring together the remnants of a fractured life.
As the narrative unfolds, we explore themes of aging, connection, and the ghosts of the past. With cinematic detail and poetic prose, Fisher crafts a deeply resonant...
2025-01-0919 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineDrum School by Erik SvehaugIn Drum School, Erik Svehaug weaves a gripping tale of resilience, identity, and the transformative power of rhythm. Costas, a young boy cast out of his home, embarks on a harrowing journey of survival, betrayal, and discovery. From the grueling life aboard a training galley to the rhythmic salvation of Scudo’s legendary Drum School, Costas learns to navigate a world of harsh realities and fleeting camaraderie.
Set against the vivid backdrop of ancient Greece, this story captures the pulse of human endurance and the search for belonging. With every beat of the drum, Costas confronts the ec...
2025-01-0840 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineA Winter Anthology
The Linnet’s Wings" is a collection of poetry and artwork, featuring contributions from numerous poets and artists. This edition of the book is organised into sections with thematic titles, including seasonal works and pieces exploring personal experiences. A significant portion features Christmas-themed poems and art, reflecting the book's subtitle, "A Christmas Canzonette". It also includes biographical information for many contributors and an interview with one of the featured poets, Tom Sheehan. Excerpts from Dickens’ A Christmas Carol are included, linking to the festive theme.
2025-01-0414 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineDreamersAt Linnet's Wings, we are a diverse and multinational collective of writers, uniting voices from across seas and oceans. Through our stories, poems, and reflections, we bridge the gaps between continents and cultures, sharing the universal language of creativity.
Together, we celebrate the power of words to connect and inspire across borders with recurring themes such as the transformative power of love, the beauty of nature, the search for meaning, and the importance of storytelling
2024-12-3017 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineThe Word Architects
The Linnet’s Wings, a vibrant tapestry of poetry, stories, and essays that celebrates the depth and diversity of the human experience. This edition features works by renowned and emerging voices, each contributing unique perspectives and artistry.
In poetry, Oonah Joslin captures the transient beauty of time in Time's Garden and paints a vivid Portrait of a Poet. Mari Fitzpatrick's A Windy Day in Connemara is a lyrical ode to Ireland's rugged beauty, while Michael Lee Johnson’s contemplative pieces, including Like Zen and Fog Man, delve into themes of solitude and resilience. Akeith Walters brings bold r...
2024-12-2921 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineThe Winder SeedsThe Winder Seeds Chronicles, by Mari Fitzpatrick, is a poetic epic published in 2025. The story follows Amy and Pinto, fleeing a kingdom plagued by betrayal and mistrust, as they find refuge in a mystical woodland. A steadfast ranger, Rease, guides a loyal herd through the storm, while the Queen grapples with her own inner turmoil. Winder seeds, scattered by the tempest, carry secrets and guide characters towards truth and reconciliation, ultimately leading to a woodland wedding. The narrative explores themes of love, loyalty, and renewal within a fantastical setting rich in imagery and symbolism
2024-12-2920 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineChristmas Canzonette, 2016Meet the Characters contributing to Christmas Canzonette. Ths is a festive celebration of poetry, art, and storytelling, blending timeless traditions with contemporary voices. This beautifully curated magazine invites readers into a world of wonder, featuring evocative poems on themes of nature, Christmas, and personal reflections. It also includes short stories that resonate with seasonal warmth, such as the heartening tale, A Prairie Christmas Wish, which serves as the centerpiece narrative.
Richly illustrated with reproductions of classic artwork and whimsical illustrations, the magazine offers a visual feast alongside its literary treasures. A special highlight is an excerpt from...
2024-12-271h 06The Linnet's Wings MagazineTrailblazers: Susan B AnthonyAnthony was a social reformer and women's rights activist born into a Quaker family, which sparked her passion for social equality. She collaborated with Elizabeth Cady Stanton, a fellow activist, on various campaigns, including temperance reform and anti-slavery activities. Anthony was arrested for voting in violation of laws that only allowed men to vote, but her trial became a crucial step in the transition from the women's rights movement to the women's suffrage movement. She travelled extensively, gave speeches, and helped found international women's organizations. Anthony's legacy continues today, as she is commemorated on U.S. coinage, in monuments...
2024-11-1014 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineThe Sorrow: War and its Fallout'Sorrow' is an anthology of poetry, prose, and visual art exploring the impact of war on humanity. Published in 2018, this special edition offers a collection of works by renowned writers and artists. The anthology is structured in three parts, moving from the historical experience of war in World War I to more reflective prose on universal themes of love, loss, and resilience. The collection aims to confront the darker corners of human experience while celebrating courage and humanity.
A copy of this magazine can be purchased on Amazon
The Sorrow: The Linnet's Wings: Contributors, See: 9781727721317...
2024-11-0213 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineTRAILBLAZERSKamala Harris and her Peers
Power and Grace in Leadership: The Ripple Effect
Decency and Unity
Passion and Accountability
Balance and Mix
Adapting Styles
A journey or growth and evolution
Progress is possible
Change is going to happen
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2024-11-0121 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazinePegasusThis extract from Mara Buck's "Pegasus" is a powerful portrayal of a woman, Vera, struggling to reclaim her life after enduring a violent relationship. The story explores themes of abuse, resilience, and the nature of justice. The narrative is driven by Vera's internal journey as she confronts her abuser, Darrell, and ultimately finds strength through the symbolic power of her childhood memories and the imagined presence of her beloved golden horse. The story blends elements of magical realism with starkly real descriptions of domestic violence, creating a vivid and unsettling exploration of the human capacity for both profound love...
2024-10-3115 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazineRequiem to the ForgottenRequiem to the Forgotten centres around the
famous composer Franz Liszt, who is organising a concert featuring both classical and more contemporary performers, including Freddie Mercury. The text cleverly weaves together the fantastical and the real, mixing actual historical figures with a fictionalized setting where the living and the dead mingle freely. The story explores themes of life, death, and the enduring power of music, and ultimately leaves the reader wondering about the true nature of the concert and its mysterious guest
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Short Stories Requiem to...
2024-10-2915 min
The Linnet's Wings MagazinePerennial Halloween HauntingIn this chilling, enchanting episode, we delve into Our Atticus, the Summer 2007 issue of The Linnet's Wings. From old Irish blessings to Halloween hauntings, this edition explores the eerie and the supernatural with contributions that echo forgotten whispers and dark enchantments. Join us as we uncover ghostly prose, poems that conjure spirits of the past, and artwork capturing the season’s haunting edge. From haunting photography to classic and contemporary poetry, each page invites readers to reflect on fear, nostalgia, and the mystical ties that bind us to our past. For online access to articles and poetry, please follow th...
2024-10-2815 min
Paul SherburnPS-44 - Early Morning MelodicFifth of the key pillars is here with a set of Melodic House & Techno vibes
Track List:
1. gardenstate - Dark Waters [Anjunabeats] [Opener]
2. Tinlicker - Sleepwalker (Extended) [Anjunadeep]
3. Foster, Nourey - Meant To Be [Anjunabeats]
4. Yotto, Lane 8 - Buggy [Armada Electronic Elements]
5. Nora En Pure - Forsaken Dream (edit) [Enormous Tunes]
6. ARTBAT, Sailor & I - Best of Me [METAPHYSICAL]
7. No-No, Nobilis - Diagonal 77 [Balance Music]
8. Booka Shade, Eli & Fur - To the Sea (Einmusik) [Blaufield Music]
9. Brian Cid - Mil Mentiras Y La Verdad [Endangered]
10. Marsh - Pretty Eyes [Anjunadeep]
11. Above & Beyond - Homecoming (Enamour) [Anjunabeats]
12. Eli & Fur - Night...
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Al FusaicCivilizations in Review: Yamhad EmpireLocated in Northern Syria, much of what we know about the Yamhad civilization has been discovered in neighboring strongholds of the time. Alalakh and Mari are ancient cities that held close political ties with Yamhad’s capital, Halab (also known as Aleppo). They shared the heritage of ethnic Amorites, a Western Semitic ethnic group, but the Yamhad Kingdom gained superiority in the late 3rd millennium under the rule of Yarim-Lim I through trade, treaties, and politically advantageous marriages. Alliances among the cities allowed the Yamhad civilization to practice diplomacy over warfare, and their bountiful agricultural resources developed vastly extensive in...
2022-06-2425 min
Lady TimeNext stage Wisdom with Mari KennedyThis episode I speak with the very articulate and wise woman Mari Kennedy. Mari shares her wisdom on Celtic traditions and more, she is a living and glowing example of how we can apply the wisdom of our foremothers and forefathers to our lives today. Her work is a synthesis of ancient and contemporary wisdom weaving strands of ancestral wisdom with neuroscience, developmental psychology and integral theory. This is Next Stage Wisdom.
Mari is a women’s leadership coach, Celtic wisdom holder, entrepreneur, Integral Facilitator, mindfulness, yoga, and embodiment teacher. Mari's Soul’s Work is activating the wisdom...
2021-02-0749 min