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Last Call BaseballEp. 150 - Special Guest Dr. Megan ByrdGreg Murphy, cancer survivor and Philadelphia Phillies announcer, roots for the Pittsburgh Pirates' Connor Joe who also fought cancer; (1:23) Are the NY Mets the hottest team in baseball? (2:10) Watch college baseball as the Wofford Terriers take their top ranked offense to play the FIU Panthers, El Duque’s son Orlando Hernandez also pitches for FIU, and marvel at the affordable beer at FIU stadium; (5:00) Pay too much money for beer as the price for an open roof at loandepot park to watch the Braves @ Marlins game; (6:04) and Special Guest Dr. Megan Byrd, Certified Mental Performance Consultant, talks Baseball, Psychology, and Sl...2024-04-1936 min

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Lindsey BlomThis episode of AASP and Answered features Dr. Lindsey Blom, the 36th, and most recent AASP past president. Dr. Blom is a professor of sport and exercise psychology, and the Associate Athletic Director for Championship performance at Ball State University. Dr. Blom is joined by Brandonn Harris, Katy Johnson, and Megan Byrd. We want to thank the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions...2024-02-271h 07

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Tara ScanlanThis episode features Dr. Tara Scanlan, AASP's 9th President from 1994 - 1995. Currently, Dr. Scanlan is a research professor to the Passionate People Project at UCLA. Dr. Scanlan is joined by Chelsea Wooding, Megan Byrd, and Katy Johnson We want to thank the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2024-01-231h 46

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Brent WalkerEpisode 30 of AASP and Answered features Dr. Brent Walker, AASPs 30th President from 2015 to 2016. Brent is the major league mental skills coach for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Brent is interviewed by Megan Byrd and Eric Martin. *Content warning* Around the six-minute mark, Dr. Walker discusses a story that involves suicide. If you, or someone you know, is suffering, help is available 24/7 by dialing 988. We want to thank the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those o...2024-01-1658 min

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Kensa GunterThis episode features Dr. Kensa Gunter, AASPs 35th President from 2020-2021. Dr. Gunter is a clinical sport psychologist at Gunter Psychological Services. Join Brandonn, Megan, and Kensa as we discuss her sport psych journey and reflections from her Presidency. We want to thank the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-10-031h 23

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Craig WrisbergThis episode of AASP and Answered features Dr. Craig Wrisberg, the 20th President of AASP from 2005-2006. Dr. Wrisberg is a Professor Emeritus of sport psychology and motor behavior at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He is joined by Brandonn Harris, Katy Johnson, and Megan Byrd. Dr. Wrisberg has generously provided citations for several of the articles mentioned in this episode: Wrisberg, C.A., & Raabe, J. (2019). Phenomenological consulting: Long-term mental training with an elite collegiate football player. Case Studies in Sport and Exercise Psychology, 3, 20-25.Wrisberg, C., & Dzikus, L. (2016). The United States. In R...2023-08-221h 48

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Penny McCullaghEpisode 25 of AASP and Answered features Dr. Penny McCullagh, interviewed by Megan Byrd and Eric Martin. Dr. McCullagh is a professor emerita and served as AASP's 10th president from 1995 to 1996. Dr. McCullagh has created a slideshow to accompany her interview (access here). Enjoy the pictures of our first 10 presidents! We want to thank the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or p...2023-08-151h 04

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Glyn RobertsThis episode features Dr. Glyn Roberts, AASP's 24th President from 2009-2010. Dr. Roberts is a Professor Emeritus at the Norwegian University of Sports Science, and he's an inaugural inductee to the International Society of Sports Psychology Hall of Fame. He is joined by Megan Byrd, Eric Martin, and Katy Johnson. We want to thank the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions o...2023-07-201h 08

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Traci StatlerThis episode features Dr. Traci Statler and is co-hosted by Chelsea, Megan, and Katy. Dr. Statler served as the 33rd President of AASP from 2018 - 2019 and is currently the Mental Performance Scouting & Rehab Coordinator for the Philadelphia Phillies. We want to thank the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-05-231h 17

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Damon BurtonIn this episode of AASP and Answered, Dr. Damon Burton, AASP's 18th President from 2003-2004, sits down with Eric Martin, Katy Johnson, & Chelsea Wooding. Dr. Burton is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Idaho.Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-05-162h 02

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Charlie HardyEpisode 20 of AASP and Answered features Dr. Charlie Hardy, AASP's 7th president from 1992-1993. Dr. Hardy is a Professor in the College of Health and Human Services at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. He is joined by Brandonn Harris, Eric Martin, and Katy Johnson. Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-04-111h 17

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Vikki KraneEpisode 19 of AASP and Answered features Dr. Vikki Krane, the 21st AASP President from 2006-2007. Currently, Dr. Krane is a Professor of Teaching Excellence at Bowling Green State University. Join Eric Martin, Katy Johnson, and Megan Byrd as we discuss Dr. Krane's presidency and experience in the field/organization. Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts...2023-04-041h 56

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Jean WilliamsThis episode features Dr. Jean Williams, AASP's 8th and first female female President. Dr. Williams served as President from 1993-1994 and is Professor Emeritus of the University of Arizona. Dr. Williams is joined by Megan Byrd, Katy Johnson, and Brandonn Harris. Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-03-281h 01

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Bonnie BergerEpisode 17 features Dr. Bonnie Berger, who served as AASPs 25th President from 2010 to 2011. Dr. Berger is a professor emerita at Bowling Green State University. Dr. Berger is joined by Megan Byrd, Katy Johnson, and Brandonn Harris. Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-03-221h 37

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Andrew MeyersBrandonn Harris, Megan Byrd, and Katy Johnson are joined by Dr. Andrew Meyers, AASP's 14th president from 1999-2000. Dr. Meyers is an emeritus professor at the University of Memphis in the Department of Psychology where he also served as the Vice Provost and Vice President for research. Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-03-1537 min

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Marty EwingThis episode of AASP and Answered features Dr. Marty Ewing, the 19th President of AASP from 2004-2005. Dr. Ewing is an emeritus professor at Michigan State University, where she was affiliated with the Institute for the Study of Youth Sports. Join Marty and your hosts, Eric Martin, Megan Byrd, and Katy Johnson.2023-02-281h 41

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Len ZaichkowskyEpisode 14 of AASP and Answered features Dr. Len Zaichkowsky, AASP's 12th president from 1997 to 1998. Formerly, Dr. Zaichkowsky taught at Boston University and currently consults full-time with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Dr. Zaichkowsky is joined by Eric Martin, Katy Johnson, and Chelsea Wooding. Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-02-231h 13

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Jack LesykThis episode features Dr. Jack Lesyk, AASP's 26th president from 2011-2012. Dr. Lesyk is the director of the Ohio Center for Sport Psychology. Jack is joined by Eric, Brandonn, and Katy Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-02-1459 min

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with John Silva Part 2*CONTENT WARNING* Around the 40 min mark, this episode contains accounts of sexual assault, and may not be suitable for all audiences. The National Sexual Assault Hotline is 1-800-656-4673 to connect with a trained service provider if you or someone you know would like to speak to someone.This episode is part two of a two-part series that features AAASP's first president, Dr. John Silva. Dr. Silva was President from 1985-1987 and is a Professor Emeritus at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Join Chelsea, Brandonn, Katy, and Dr. Silva on a journey through the...2023-02-081h 11

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with John Silva Part 1This episode is part one of a two-part series that features AAASP's first president, Dr. John Silva. Dr. Silva was President from 1985-1987 and is a Professor Emeritus at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Join Chelsea, Brandonn, Katy, and Dr. Silva on a journey through the organization's history. Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the...2023-01-311h 26

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dan GouldEric Martin, Katy Johnson, and Chelsea Wooding interview Dr. Dan Gould, AASP's 4th President from 1989 - 1990. Dan is a Gwen Norrell Professor of Youth Sports and Student-Athlete Wellbeing Emeritus, and former director of the Institute for the Study of Youth Sport. Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-01-241h 10

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dave "Yuke" YukelsonEpisode 9 of AASP and Answered features Dr. Dave "Yuke" Yukeslon, AASP's 16th President from 2001-2002. Dan is joined by Eric Martin, Brandonn Harris, and Katy Johnson.Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-01-171h 10

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Sean McCann Megan, Chelsea, and Katy are joined by Dr. Sean McCann, who served as AASP's 23rd president from 2008 to 2009. Dr. McCann is a senior sport psychologist at the US Olympic & Paralympic Committee.Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-01-101h 22

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Michael SachsBrandonn Harris, Katy Johnson, and Megan Byrd are joined by Dr. Michael Sachs, AASP's 6th president from 1991-1992. Dr. Sachs is a professor emeritus at Temple University. Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2023-01-0455 min

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Bob WeinbergThis episode features Dr. Bob Weinberg, Professor Emeritus from Miami University. Dr. Weinberg served as AASPs 3rd President from 1988 to 1989. Dr. Weinberg is joined by Brandonn Harris, Megan Byrd, and Katy Johnson.Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the hosts or AASP.2022-12-201h 05

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Jon MetzlerIn this episode, Dr. Jon Metzler is joined by Megan Byrd, Chelsea Wooding, and Katy Johnson. Dr. Metzler was the 28th President (2013-2014) and is currently the Director of Human Performance at Magellan Federal.Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the hosts or AASP.2022-12-131h 00

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Angus MugfordThis episode features Dr. Angus Mugford , the Senior Vice President of Player Development and Performance for the New Jersey Devils and AASP's 31st President (2016-2017). Angus is joined by Megan Byrd, Eric Martin, and Katy Johnson. Thanks to the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for funding support and Kyle Ivy for the theme music. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the hosts or AASP.2022-12-0650 min

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Jack Watson IIIn this episode, Chelsea, Brandonn, and Katy interview Jack Watson, AASP's 27th President. Jack is a professor of sport, exercise, and performance psychology at West Virginia UniversityOur team would like to acknowledge Kyle Ivy for the theme music and AASP for grant funding that made this project possible. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the hosts or AASP.2022-11-291h 06

AASP and AnsweredWelcome to AASP and AnsweredThis episode overviews the show and introduces our hosts, Megan Byrd, Brandonn Harris, Eric Martin, Chelsea Wooding, and Katy Johnson. We want to thank Kyle Ivy for our theme music and the Association for Applied Sport Psychology AASP for funding this project. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the hosts or AASP.2022-11-2217 min

AASP and AnsweredAASP and Answered with Dr. Robin VealeyThis episode features Dr. Robin Vealey , Miami University Professor, and AASP's 13th president, interviewed by Megan, Eric, and Katy. We want to thank Kyle Ivy for our theme music and AASP for funding this project. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the Past President/guests interviewed and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the hosts or AASP.2022-11-2250 min

A Bit MuchEp 120: It’s Just the TunnelLoyalties and alliances are constantly tested and renegotiated as the last remaining humans try to ensure their survival in a mostly-dead world. We discuss the treatment of addiction as a moral failing, who decides what's an acceptable loss, and Monty's commitment to hydrofarming. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2022-06-051h 44

A Bit MuchEp 119: Extenuating CircumstancesAfter a nice, long, unannounced and somewhat unintended break, Jenna and Megan are back at it, analyzing and agonizing over our favorite morally fraught television program. We talk about Diyoza, the new villain and ultimate pragmatist; the fanatic gladiator cult that Octavia built and is desperately trying to maintain now that they're out of the bunker; and how the relationships that Clarke and Bellamy have formed over the intervening six years shape their current motivations. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC B...2022-02-151h 17

Eat Blog TalkMonetize Your Blog During the “Ad Network Wait” with Megan ByrdMegan is a freelance food photographer and the blogger behind The Oregon Dietician. She decided that instead of waiting around to qualify for an ad network, she'd take things into her own hands by starting a freelance photography business. Learn more about how to freelance during that dreaded “ad network wait.” - Focusing on other projects and revenue streams is a great distraction while waiting to get enough page views to join an ad network. - Find what you love doing and pursue it in a freelance role. Separate yourself from being a “blogger” if needed. - Use th...2022-01-2433 min

A Bit MuchEp 118: Good GuysIt's been six years since the world ended AGAIN, and our favorite characters are back at it, trying to save their friends and keep the human race alive. We discuss Clarke's mythologizing of her own life, the reversal of roles when a new threat from space appears, Octavia's violent judicial system, and most importantly, Bellamy's new facial hair. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2021-07-061h 09

A Bit MuchEp 117: The Head and the HeartAs Season Four - and the surface of the earth - comes to a fiery end, characters are scrambling to figure out how they'll survive the next 5+ years of nuclear fallout. Octavia experiences the burden of leadership for the first time. Jaha's ego and entitlement cause problems, AGAIN. A ragtag team of young adults decide to escape to space for a bit, but someone has to make a sacrifice for them to succeed. Content warning for suicide attempt, 42:03 - 43:24. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic C...2021-05-2556 min

A Bit MuchEp 116: It's Unity DayIt's Octavia's time to shine as she enters the conclave to fight for Skaikru. Through her cooperation with other warriors, her memory of Lincoln's beliefs, and her witnessing how far Luna has fallen, she comes to a radical decision about how humanity will survive this new apocalypse. And then she's immediately betrayed by her own people, which feels about right for this show. We discuss the Hunger Games vibes, the convenience of the number 100, a tense standoff between the Clarke and Bellamy, and the unfortunately predictable loss of a major character. Content warning for suicide/suicide pact f...2021-04-2959 min

A Bit MuchEp 115: Who We Want To BeIn the last days before the arrival of a deadly radiation wave, our characters are faced with fewer and fewer options for survival. We discuss Jaha's conspiracy theories, Monty's admirable commitment to his friends, Octavia's extremely brief attempt to give up fighting, and how Clarke just keeps trying to become Commander to solve problems. We are also joined by Josette of Brody Quest, mostly so she could defend Murphy. Content warning for a suicide attempt at 29:00 - 29:40, and mentions of a suicide pact throughout. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/sa...2021-03-241h 18

A Bit MuchEp 114: The Same Old ExcuseIn these episodes, a series of increasingly unfortunate events cause the characters to become more and more desperate for a plan to survive the encroaching nuclear radiation. Jasper provides levity through pranks and Dr. Seuss quotes. Luna insists on continuing to be an obstacle. Kane and Abby act as parental figures to these traumatized young people. Raven gets a case of Limitless Brain, but it has its consequences. And, of course, Clarke cuts Bellamy off during an emotional conversation, because this show wants us to suffer, too. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.c...2021-01-261h 04

A Bit MuchEp 113: Just Different Variations of the Trolley ProblemOur friends from the 100 may have just solved one apocalypse, but as Season 4 begins they're faced with another one, as well as several smaller yet more immediate crises. These kids just can't catch a break, huh? Skaikru tries to maintain good relations with the grounders, while racing to create safe shelter against a nuclear fallout, and managing who knows key information about the impending threat. Also, there's the most romantic scene ever created in fiction, which mostly involves characters writing each other's names down. Content warning: we discuss a suicide attempt from 20:23 - 22:04, and make brief mention...2020-12-301h 08

Project Zion PodcastES 85 | Coffee in The Swarm | Megan ByrdMegan Byrd, a convert to Community of Christ and Graceland University senior, shares her experiences in the church and at college. Majoring in allied health, Megan sees her future career goals in alignment with her values that also supported by her church community. Host: Mike HoffmanGuest: Megan ByrdThanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board...2020-11-1229 min

A Bit MuchEp 112: An Unexpected WorseningAs Season 3 comes to an end, our favorite characters face increasingly dangerous and high-stakes challenges, making one last ditch effort after another to save themselves and their loved ones. Bellamy shows some growth, Murphy is a reluctant hero, Monty faces a familiar tragedy, and it once again falls to Clarke to make decisions that affect all of humanity. Ultimately, they might be able to defeat ALIE - but will that be the end of their troubles? Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC...2020-11-011h 16

A Bit MuchEp 111: It felt like hopeAs we move into the back half of Season 3, the threat of ALIE is ever-growing, while her ethical considerations seem to disappear. We get to flashback to the 100 as naive teen criminals and see how much they've all changed. An old enemy makes a surprise return, and is finally defeated once and for all. Also, we get excited about a Bellarke heart-to-heart, of course. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-08-251h 11

A Bit MuchEp 110: An Excessive Amount of TranquilizingThis episode of A Bit Much has some heavy stuff, which is saying something, considering what is typical for The 100. We talk about major character deaths, and the way that these characters' sexual and racial identities complicate their deaths. We discuss the echoes of previous authoritarian leaderships from the show. We witness how ALIE "gets around" free will through coersion. There's some cool spy stuff though! So it's not all bad! Content warning: we discuss an instance of dubious consent to sex from 54:41 - 56:07. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/sa...2020-07-211h 02

A Bit MuchEp 109: Blood might have blood? Sometimes?Everything kind of takes a turn for the worse here. Clarke convinces Lexa to take a controversial stance, Raven joins a cult, and Bellamy makes some deeply out-of-character choices. On the bright side, there is a really cool trial-by-combat scene. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-06-3050 min

A Bit MuchEp 108: I know you because you're like meWar among the clans is impending, the threat of a creepy AI is spreading, and the brief peace enjoyed by the Arkadians seems to be crumbling. There's a lot going on at the start of season 3, and most of it does not bode well for the future. We discuss a musical cameo, the casual inclusion of queer representation, and a disappointing use of a new character. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-06-161h 02

Drinking The Cool AidJames Byrd Jr. and Sam Bass // Texas // 9This week, you get to hear how creepy Megan and Hanna were as children! With a little bit of Blue's Clues and Veggie Tales sprinkled on top! We eventually get to the real story, which unfortunately, isn't a laughing matter. We will be talking about a very serious hate crime on James Byrd Jr in Texas. We feel it's very important that stories like these are known because we are passionate about fighting racism and creating change. But don't worry, we won't end on that note, we will also tell you the story of Sam Bass. We promise this one re...2020-05-2431 min

A Bit MuchEp 107: None of us is innocentAs season two concludes, the characters must all grapple with what their moral standards are and what they're willing to do to protect themselves and the people they love. We discuss trust and betrayal, guilt and innocence, and the significant impact of Clarke's personal relationships. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-05-191h 19

SustainEpisode 32: What FOSS Responders Does with Megan Sanicki & Duane O’Brien Sponsored By: Panelists Justin Dorfman | Richard Littauer Guests Megan Sanicki Open Source Program Office at Google Duane O’Brien Head of Open Source at Indeed Show Notes This is a continuation of our mini COVID-19 coverage series podcast. Today, we have special guests, Megan Byrd-Sanicki and Duane O’Brien, who are FOSS Responders. We are talking about how does the Open Source Ecosystem deal with this and how do we, as Open Source Developes think about this, and how do m...2020-04-1725 min

A Bit MuchEp 106: Sacrifice, Faith, and StupidityThings heat up as the Arkadians struggle to maintain an alliance with the grounders, and life in Mount Weather becomes increasingly dangerous for the 47. Clarke tries to become more cold-hearted. Murphy decides to believe in something, for once. Jasper and Monty step up as leaders and have some badass moments. Content warning: There are vague mentions to an attempted sexual assault in the novel from 59:20 - 1:00:09. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-03-121h 07

A Bit MuchEp 105: Thanks, PrincessWelcome to the Finn Collins show, where we talk about the highs and lows (but mostly lows) of Finn's character arc. Other topics of discussion include zombies, badass power struggles, and Book!Octavia's bad habit of nearly being murdered. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-01-291h 05

A Bit MuchEp 104: Those are my peopleThe second season starts in true The 100 fashion - messy, complex, with heavy themes and high adrenaline. The book also gets more complicated and messy, but not in a good way. We discuss the clash of different societies, the making and breaking of alliances, the unfortunate sacrifice of character in service of plot, and just how freaking annoying Jaha is. Music: "Reloaded" and "The Interpretation of Dreams" by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2020-01-081h 11

A Bit MuchEp 103: First Murders GaloreAs the first season comes to a close, tensions raise on all sides - matters of personal drama, warfare, and survival all become more urgent. We meet new characters and are reintroduced to old ones. Characters are put in increasingly tough situations and make drastic choices. The world of The 100 expands as we learn more about the ground and its various inhabitants - but we end the season with more questions than answers. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://c...2019-12-1055 min

A Bit MuchEp 102: Violence is the only thing these people understandIn this episode, Megan and Jenna look at the middle of Season 1 (and a few book chapters, which are...inconsequential). We discuss the introduction (and conclusion) of a new villain, the parallel between Bellamy and Kane as they begin feeling guilty over their actions, and the profoundly bad foundation for the relationship between the 100 and the Grounders. Music: Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 2019-11-071h 08

A Bit MuchEp 101: Space CriminalsIn The 100, it's 97 years after a nuclear apocalypse, and the only known living humans live on a space station called the Ark. When once again facing the threat of extinction, the leaders of the Ark decide to send one hundred juvenile delinquents to the surface of the Earth to test whether it is habitable yet. Intrigue, death, romance, politics, and hijinks ensue. Megan and Jenna look at the start of this story and discuss unnecessary kissing, hope versus practicality, and descending into mob rule. Follow us on Twitter! Music:...2019-10-2356 min

A Bit MuchEp 100: A Bit MoreIt's the beginning of a new era. In this announcement episode, we discuss the future of A Bit Much. Music: Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Reloaded by Savfk www.youtube.com/savfkmusic www.facebook.com/savfkmusic Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/tDexBj46oNI 2019-10-0910 min

A Bit MuchEp 45: Top Ten MoviesA Bit Much is two years old! And in podcast years, that's like, twelve. To celebrate this anniversary, we decided to look back on the greatest movies that we've watched for this podcast - and to argue over exactly which movies those are. Which ones will make the cut? How will we compromise when it comes to our own personal taste in stories? How does one even compare movies so different as Brokeback Mountain and The Princess Diaries?? Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3...2019-09-021h 02

A Bit MuchEp 44: A Separate PeaceA Separate Peace tells a nuanced story about friendship, jealousy, and wartime. We discuss queer readings, underlying savagery, and the merging of identities. We also complain about the amount of pastoral descriptions of New England. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Music provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/tDexBj46o 2019-08-1457 min

A Bit MuchEp 43: The Hunger GamesFor this special, face-to-face recording, we chose a story that's had a big impact on our lives and on the genre it popularized: The Hunger Games. It's a story that takes an outlandish concept and gives it an intense emotional truth. We talk about the disconnect between those in power and those they oppress, the value of noble ideals versus survival at any cost, and how acts borne solely out of emotion can be perceived as political and revolutionary. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY...2019-07-181h 07

A Bit MuchEp 42: The WarriorsSol Yurick's 1965 novel The Warriors depicts the harsh and incomprehensible realities of gang life for young men in New York City. The movie adaptation removes much of the violence and adds a lot of camp. Jenna insists we discuss an ancient Greek story. Megan expresses abject terror at the idea of walking through subway tunnels. We both enjoy watching the protagonists be tricked by women. Content warning: Discussion of rape, sexual assault, and murder from 6:42 - 13:17. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3...2019-06-2652 min

A Bit MuchEp 41: To All the Boys I've Loved BeforeTo All the Boys I've Loved Before has everything we could ask for - a fake dating plot, complicated family dynamics, and beautiful 20-something leading actors. Both the book and movie have their strengths and weaknesses, but they were both a ton of fun. Megan works through her prejudices against certain genres. Jenna complains that characters aren't good enough at lying. We both emphasize the overwhelming terror of opening up to someone. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ 2019-06-041h 00

A Bit MuchEp 40: Silver Linings PlaybookSilver Linings Playbook is a story about family, romance, mental illness, books on a high school English syllabus, violence, and the Philadelphia Eagles. The novel does an excellent job of interweaving themes and subplots through the eyes of a deeply unreliable narrator. The Oscar-winning movie has its moments, but also feels unnecessarily dramatic at times. Jenna asks what kind of stories should be made into films. Megan tells us what the most perfectly-sized state in America is. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http...2019-05-151h 01

A Bit MuchEp 39: Brain on FireBrain on Fire, a memoir about a young woman who suffered from a rare autoimmune disease that ravaged her brain for a month, can be summed up with the following quote from this episode: "We all have dumb brains, and that's...terrifying." We talk about investigating one's own past, the pitfalls of the movie adaptation's focus, and what a clock looks like. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Ku...2019-04-2452 min

A Bit MuchEp 38: The HostIn 2008, Stephenie Meyer took a break from sexy vampire stories and published an adult sci-fi novel. It had some potentially fascinating ethical quandaries, a fair amount of problematic ideas surrounding romance, and some concepts that were beat for beat identical to what occurred in the Twilight Saga. We revisit a bit from last episode, pitch our bisexual rewrite of the story, and disparage some bad acting. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All O...2019-04-0251 min

A Bit MuchEp 37: Dumplin'Dumplin' tells the story of Willowdean Dickson, a Texan teenager who participates in a beauty pageant in order to prove to herself and the world that there's nothing she can't do. It's full of humor and heart, but also unabashedly tackles difficult topics around fatness, societal pressures, and grief. We discuss the fascinating nuances portrayed in the book, the realistic depiction of life in high school, and the intense secondhand embarrassment of watching someone mess up a magic trick in front of an audience. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/r...2019-03-121h 01

A Bit MuchEp 36: StardustStardust weaves a beautiful and complex story drawing on fairytale lore, but also incorporates mature concepts. Jenna complains about some dollar-store plastic flowers. Megan is cheated by Jeff Bezos. We are both suckers for a good love story and an adorable young Charlie Cox. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses...2019-02-2049 min

A Bit MuchEp 35: The Danish GirlThe Danish Girl is a fictionalized retelling of the life of Lili Elbe, a trans woman in 1920's Europe, and one of the first people to undergo sex reassignment surgeries. We talk a lot about identity and gender, what is biographical versus what is imagined, and how vehemently we disagree on the importance of setting. Jenna highlights the worst visual metaphor she has ever seen, and Megan explains the joy of being part of the queer community. Content warnings: surgery, reproductive organs, transphobia and homophobia, violence against trans people, death. ----more---- ...2019-01-2052 min

A Bit MuchEp 34: Sense and SensibilityIn this episode we dip back into Jane Austen's oeuvre and discuss Sense and Sensibility. Topics include How to Tell a Man is a Scoundrel, the romantic power of locks of hair, and medical practices of the early 19th century. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Music provided by Audio Lib...2018-12-2456 min

A Bit MuchEp 33: Fantastic Mr FoxIn this episode, we discuss Roald Dahl's Fantastic Mr Fox, and Wes Anderson's more expansive take on the story. Megan points out that even humans are animals. Jenna praises some incredible lines from the movie. We discuss the fascinating complexity of many characters, and question just how fantastic Mr. Fox is. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribu...2018-12-0640 min

A Bit MuchEp 32: The Sisterhood of the Traveling PantsThe Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants is about four teenage friends who go their separate ways for the summer, each experiencing their own trials and triumphs, and remaining connected by a pair of potentially-magic jeans. Jenna finds some linguistic issues to get upset about. Megan feels called out by how passive-aggressive one character is. Neither of us can remember exactly what species of rodent played a pivotal role in the novel. Content Warning: This story includes topics such as terminal illness, depression and suicide, and sex between a 19-year-old and an underage teenager. M...2018-11-141h 04

A Bit MuchEp 31: Shutter IslandFor our Halloween episode, we discuss Shutter Island, a psychological thriller about an investigation at a psychiatric facility where something is not quite right. We cover subjects like the power of love, cycles of violence, and interpretations of reality. Ultimately, trauma might have been the true villain all along. Content warning: It's a horror story with a lot of of heavy topics, such as - a lot of death, including the death of children; mentions of World War II and concentration camps; suicidal tendencies; mental illness and the dehumanization of the mentally ill. Jenna's recall...2018-10-3059 min

A Bit MuchEp 30: NightflyersNightflyers is a sci-fi novella written by George R. R. Martin, adapted into a movie in 1987. We discuss Martin's masterful world-building, get into some ethical conundrums involving clones, and try to determine how space works, armed only with the knowledge that pop culture has given us. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0...2018-10-1652 min

A Bit MuchEp 29: Brokeback MountainBrokeback Mountain was a critically acclaimed and groundbreaking movie that was ruthlessly ridiculed by many middle schoolers. It's a story about two men who fall in love, and the deep dissatisfaction that their relationship will always evoke due to their circumstances. We discuss the inability to identify as something you have no concept of, the motivating power of fear, and how romantic tending to a wound can be. Megan forgets the word "visible." Jenna recounts the terribly awkward way in which she viewed the movie. Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.c...2018-09-2650 min

A Bit MuchEp 28: The Lightning ThiefIn this anniversarial episode of A Bit Much, we take on the joy and terror of The Lightning Thief. This first entry in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series is an excellent book for all ages, with a movie adaptation that, except for a single humorous line, is pretty painful to watch. Jenna appreciates the narrative use of prophesy. Megan gets upset by an excessively convenient map. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My...2018-09-041h 04

A Bit MuchEp 27: WildWild is a memoir that tells of Cheryl Strayed hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in order to fix her mess of a life. It's a story about resilience, forgiveness, and blisters. Like, a lot of blisters, and a variety of other physical ailments. Jenna reminds us of some sad scenes. Megan longs for Snapple lemonade. We consider whether this kind of venture will always result in personal epiphany. Content warning: this story deals with heavy themes that we discuss throughout, including drug use, death (of people and animals), and the potential threat of sexual assault. ...2018-08-2156 min

A Bit MuchEp 26: The Great GatsbyMoney! Parties! Complicated interpersonal relationships! Mob activity! The Great Gatsby has all this and more. Megan appreciates the problem with having human attachments. Jenna will not shut up about how much she likes this book. Follow us on Twitter (and you might get a prize!) ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/lice...2018-07-311h 01

A Bit MuchEp 25: Beautiful CreaturesIn this episode on Beautiful Creatures, we talk a lot about potential - such as the potential that Lena might turn into a Dark witch, or the potential that this could have been a great story, if it wasn't bogged down by small-town politics, high school stereotypes, and a lack of narrative satisfaction. Megan posits that turning evil might not be that bad, all things considered. Jenna summarizes the plot of The Music Man, and it's relevant, I swear. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Un...2018-07-1758 min

A Bit MuchEp 24: The ChoiceAre you a woman who's confident, but unaware of it? Are you a man who uses Tupperware and will someday build a house with your bare hands? Then you'll feel right at home in this novel by Nicholas Sparks. Jenna takes issue with some medical details. Megan doesn't trust the puppies. We are probably unnecessarily mean to both the author and the leading actors. Content warning: For part of this story, a character is in a coma, so we discuss medical/hospital-related things. We also briefly talk about some workplace sexual harassment that happens in the book...2018-06-2652 min

A Bit MuchEp 23: The Lion, the Witch and the WardrobeThe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe was C. S. Lewis's first story about Narnia, a magical alternate world that blends Christian and pagan concepts. In this episode, we discuss prophesy pitfalls, balk at the unexplored horror of returning to your child-body, and wonder if the moral of the story is that sometimes, kids, it is okay to kill people. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubb...2018-06-1254 min

A Bit MuchEp 22: The MartianThe Martian tells the story of Mark Watney, an astronaut stranded on Mars. It's scientifically detailed but completely ignores psychological probabilities. Megan wonders what Mark Watney's dating prospects are. Jenna gets upset about the fact that we're not going to the moon anymore. We debate whether a cheesy ending can be earned. Andy Weir's story "The Egg": http://galactanet.com/oneoff/theegg_mod.html ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In...2018-05-2955 min

A Bit MuchEp 21: She's the Man (Twelfth Night)Can you FEEL the ENERGY in this ROOM? Welcome to the first episode of A Bit Much in which the hosts are in the same physical location! We're here to talk about the 2006 movie She's the Man, and the Shakespeare play it is loosely based on. We talk about gender a lot (it's a crossdressing plot!). Megan reminisces on her soccer-playing days. Jenna is considerably less prepared than usual. We both fail to remember the characters from the B-plot. ----more---- A Bit Much is now on Stitcher! Music: Hap...2018-05-1751 min

A Bit MuchEp 20: Slaughterhouse-FiveSlaughterhouse-Five is the most notable of Kurt Vonnegut's novels, and tells the story of Billy Pilgrim as he hops around in time, reliving various points in his life. Megan agrees with the assertion that time is a construct. Jenna loves the comforting nihilism of "so it goes." We get a little too deep, but we also complain about dog continuity, so all-in-all it evens out. Content warning: this story heavily features World War II and the bombing of Dresden, so there's discussion of war-related violence throughout the episode, although we don't get too graphic. ----more----2018-05-0156 min

A Bit MuchEp 19: The Princess DiariesMeg Cabot's The Princess Diaries was adapted into one of the most iconic movies of the early 2000s, which both of us adore. Our opinions on the book are less harmonious. Megan is always trying to fall in love. Jenna creates a new theory about Jock Names. We talk about our own character traits. Also, while recording this episode Megan lost some of her audio because she doesn't know how to manage space on her computer. So those missing minutes might have contained our funniest, most insightful conversation ever, but you'll never know because it's been lost to the v...2018-04-1754 min

A Bit MuchEp 18: Slumdog MillionaireSlumdog Millionaire and the book it was based on both deal with heavy themes like poverty, abuse, and discrimination. But there's also joy and humor and serendipity to be found in these stories. Jenna recalls Dev Patel's teenage years. Megan is a slut for destiny. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ 2018-04-0359 min

A Bit MuchEp 17: Mrs DallowayMrs. Dalloway is a modernist novel about the endless march of time and the things from our pasts that haunt us. It was also, unfortunately, published shortly after 1923, so it is still under copyright, and Megan cannot create a happier and more overtly bisexual rewrite. ----more---- Follow A Bit Much on Twitter here! Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundc...2018-03-2056 min

A Bit MuchEp 16: BrooklynJenna and Megan, #1 Tony Fiorello fans, are here to talk about Colm Toibin's Brooklyn. We talk about the American Dream, Megan anticipates a nefarious betrayal, and we get into a heated argument about the relative ages of some secondary characters. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Music provided by Audio...2018-03-0655 min

A Bit MuchEp 15: Maximum RideWhat is there to say about Maximum Ride? In this episode, we valiantly explore this bizarre, often cringe-worthy story about children with bird wings. Jenna expresses bewilderment and disappointment with her past self. Megan awaits her very own James Patterson Encounter. We both, simultaneously, imitate the noise of wings slithering out through a person's flesh. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/k...2018-02-2052 min

A Bit MuchEp 14: Confessions of a ShopaholicConfessions of a Shopaholic is a story that manages to be both totally frivolous, and a stark look at addiction. We talk about how material objects make us happy. Jenna rocks some initialisms. Megan regales us with stories from her office. ----more---- Our blog is actually abitmuchpodcast.blogspot.com, despite what is said in the episode (to my credit, I was drunk). Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All O...2018-02-061h 00

A Bit MuchEp 13: Paper TownsIn this episode we talk about Paper Towns, a book that Megan begrudgingly admits she enjoyed! We introduce a new segment called Peeing Around Your Friends. We applaud the realistic portrayal of the high school experience in this story, and we discuss the John Green Cinematic Universe. Content warning: Suicide is a topic that's brought up in the novel, so we discuss it some throughout the episode. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up I...2018-01-2359 min

A Bit MuchEp 12: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxyJenna and Megan express their differing philosophies about Life, the Universe, and Everything. Megan forgets the names of aliens. Jenna enjoys the sole musical number of the film. We confront the dreaded Manic Pixie Dream Girl. ----more---- Follow us on Twitter! Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Music provided by Audio Library...2018-01-0956 min

A Bit MuchEpisode 11: BeowulfIn our final episode of 2017 we talk about Beowulf, an Old English epic poem, and a bizarre movie adaptation of it from 2007. We discuss Beowulf's unlikely fatal flaw, the up-and-coming new religion "Christianity," and just the overwhelming amount of sex that the movie added to the plot. ----more---- Follow us on Twitter! Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribu...2017-12-261h 00

A Bit MuchEpisode 10: The OutsidersThe Outsiders is about beautiful boys in tragic circumstances who are very tender with each other. What more could you possibly ask for? Jenna mixes up the names of Johnny and Ponyboy, several times. Megan expresses concern for Tom Cruise's dental health. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Music pro...2017-12-121h 01

A Bit MuchEpisode 9: DivergentDivergent is an intense story that takes some narrative risks. Do those risks always pay off? Listen to find out! Megan gets into some train technicalities. Jenna rails against symbolic hand-cutting. We challenge filmmakers to not put mascara on actresses, for once, god, please. Content warning: we discuss some instances of sexual assault in the book/movie. It isn't graphic, but if you want to avoid it, it happens from 36:10 - 38:30. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/lice...2017-11-2858 min

A Bit MuchEpisode 8: The Devil Wears PradaThe Devil Wears Prada: a bestselling novel made iconic by its movie adaptation. We discuss the good (Stanley Tucci) and the bad (some cringe-worthy descriptions of New York). Megan insists that being Miranda Priestly's assistant isn't all bad, and Jenna gets heated about linguistic inaccuracies. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3...2017-11-141h 02

A Bit MuchEpisode 7: CoralineFor this creepy Halloween episode, we read and watched Coraline! During our discussion we take several more tangents than usual, and say the phrase "drawing room" more in this hour-long podcast than we have in the rest of our lives combined. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Music provided...2017-10-3156 min

A Bit MuchEpisode 6: Pride and PrejudiceApologies in advance for how bad we are at pronouncing English placenames. Did you know that Pride and Prejudice is over 400 pages long? We had forgotten this fact. We argue over whether anyone actually kisses after a shouting match, and try to pinpoint when Mr. Darcy becomes a good person. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3...2017-10-1759 min

A Bit MuchEpisode 5: EragonThings get heated in this episode, as Jenna has an unhappy past with this movie. Then again, Megan thinks Jenna has a crush on the demonic sorcerer villain, so maybe she's just riled up about that. We use the word "bad" about six thousand times. You know, because we're providing eloquent, astute criticisms of literature and film, here. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soun...2017-10-0458 min

A Bit MuchEpisode 4: The GiverThis week we discuss the OG young adult dystopia: The Giver. We complain about unnecessary heteronormative romantic subplots, and Megan makes a timely Taylor Swift reference. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Music provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/tDexBj46oNI 2017-09-1953 min

A Bit MuchEpisode 3: Fight ClubIn this episode, we get a little metatextual. Megan takes a hard stance against people who believe in astrology, and her own great grandmother. Jenna emphasizes her lack of fighting prowess. ----more---- Music: Happy Rock by BENSOUND http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Up In My Jam (All Of A Sudden) by Kubbi https://soundcloud.com/kubbi Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Music provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/tDexBj46oNI 2017-09-0656 min