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Só se estraga uma estanteSó se estraga uma estante104. Lampedusa, a mente trágica, crítica amadoraA Ana sugere ‘Lampedusa. Ir e não chegar’ (2025), o livro mais recente da jornalista Ana França. Tendo o naufrágio de outubro de 2013 como ponto de partida, o livro, com qualidade literária, aborda as travessias de refugiados da Eritreia para Lampedusa.O Tomé recomenda ‘The Tragic Mind’ (2023), do académico Robert Kaplan. O livro aborda a tragédia na política internacional, cruzando clássicos da literatura com conflitos históricos e contemporâneos.Na segunda, abordamos algumas polémicas relacionadas com crítica literária não especializada. Sigam...2025-06-191h 06Currently ReadingCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 42: Replant Your Reading + How To Talk About Books In The WildOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading slumps and how to replant your reading lifeCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how to talk about books “in the wild”The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 2025-05-2600 minCurrently ReadingCurrently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 42: Replant Your Reading + How To Talk About Books In The WildOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: reading slumps and how to replant your reading life Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: how to talk about books “in the wild” The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) .  .  .  . 2025-05-2659 minJapan MemoJapan MemoDeepening Japan–UK relations with Professor Hosoya Yuichi, Professor Yee Kuang Heng, and Fenella McGertyRobert Ward hosts Professor Hosoya Yuichi, Professor of International Politics at Keio University, Professor Yee Kuang Heng, Professor at the Graduate School of Public Policy and Director of the Security Studies Unit at the Institute for Future Initiatives at the University of Tokyo, and Fenella McGerty, the IISS Senior Fellow for defence economics in the Defence and Military Analysis Programme. They discuss Japan-UK relations.   Robert, Yuichi, Yee Kuang and Fenella discuss:  Japan-UK diplomatic alignment, amid the UK’s tilt towards the Indo-PacificJapan-UK defence partnership, including the GCAP, the UK CSG deployment to the...2025-05-2049 minThe emPOWERed Half HourThe emPOWERed Half HourHealing Isn’t Linear with Life Coach, Musician, & Writer Robert KuangSend us a textWhat if healing isn't about fixing what’s broken, but honoring what’s true?In this deeply reflective episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca sits down with life coach, writer, and musician Robert Kuang to explore what it really means to live in alignment with your truth. From growing up as a Taiwanese immigrant to navigating the complexities of Western achievement culture, Robert shares how he learned to honor his emotions, reconnect with his roots, and embrace the sacredness of being human.This episode is for anyone who’s ever...2025-05-2031 minLiterally BooksLiterally Books...Literally Movie Adaptation Mayhem with Special Guests, The Based on a Book PodcastAre you a “book was better than the movie” person or a “I didn’t read the book, but I’ve sen the movie” person?    This week Literally Books has both camps covered as they chat with the gals of the “Based on a Book Podcast” all about movie adaptations.    Listen in to find out the best, worst, and most anticipated adaptations!    “The Ministry of Time” by Kaliane Bradley “The Dream Hotel” by Laila Lalami “Babel” by RF Kuang “Yellowface” by R.F. Kuang “The Boxcar Children...2025-05-0744 minThe Collective Corner with Elena ArmijoThe Collective Corner with Elena Armijo061: Building a Life That Honors Both Structure and SoulIn this heartfelt episode, Elena Armijo welcomes pianist, writer, and coach Robert Kuang back to the show for a deeply grounding and expansive conversation on the powerful intersections between creativity, leadership, and the human need for care. Through personal stories and grounded insight, they explore how slowing down, honoring emotions, and reconnecting with the body are not luxuries, but essential foundations for innovation, emotional processing, and navigating change with intention and heart. Check out Elena’s website to learn more about how she can support you in seeing and using the power that resides within you. ...2025-04-2338 minGenuine Chit-ChatGenuine Chit-Chat#265 – Why Do British People Get Married In Vegas? Plus Audiobooks V Books, A Podcast Hiatus And The Fear Of New Places With “Superdummy” Paul McGuigan Mike welcomes back “Superdummy” Paul McGuigan for two podcasts; this week is all about getting married in Vegas and the fear (or lack of) in new places, even when people speak the same language! Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/x_Uf_t7VO0o  In more detail, Mike & Paul first discuss Paul’s hiatus from podcasting and the huge amount of podcasts he listens to, as well as a book he’s currently reading and Mike’s recent reading habits. They then talk about why they both decided to get married in Vegas with t...2025-04-0600 minGenuine Chit-ChatGenuine Chit-Chat#265 – Why Do British People Get Married In Vegas? Plus Audiobooks V Books, A Podcast Hiatus And The Fear Of New Places With “Superdummy” Paul McGuigan Mike welcomes back “Superdummy” Paul McGuigan for two podcasts; this week is all about getting married in Vegas and the fear (or lack of) in new places, even when people speak the same language! Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/x_Uf_t7VO0o  In more detail, Mike & Paul first discuss Paul’s hiatus from podcasting and the huge amount of podcasts he listens to, as well as a book he’s currently reading and Mike’s recent reading habits. They then talk about why they both decided to get marr...2025-04-061h 07Re-Creative: A podcast about inspiration and creativityRe-Creative: A podcast about inspiration and creativityRobert Runte and YellowfaceEditor and writer Robert Runte joins Mark and Joe on the podcast to encourage everyone to read R. F. Kuang’s satire of the publishing industry, Yellowface.Before they get into Yellowface, the lads discuss the nature of editing. “Most publishing houses work off the Chicago Manual of Style,” Robert says, “mainly because it was the first style guide for books.”Robert outlines how he approaches the art of editing with different writers.He loves R. F. Kuang’s Yellowface, and recommends that everyone listen to the audiobook version of the novel because the actor, H...2024-10-1757 minRolling Into FantasyRolling Into FantasyE06. Heavy Bard RockRIF - Episode 06. Heavy Bard Rock1) Tales from the Tome:We had almost missed another Fantasy Literature genre in our Episode 2 & 3: …Comic Fantasy! A subgenre of fantasy literature that combines: elements of the fantastical with humor, often using absurdity, satire, and parody to poke fun at traditional fantasy tropes or real-world issuesSome key novels:Discworld Series, by Terry PratchettThe Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, by Douglas AdamsGood Omens, by Neil Gaiman and Terry PratchettThe Princess Bride, by William GoldmanThe Eyre Affair, by Jasper FfordeThe Myth Adventures Series, by R...2024-09-261h 06Rolling Into FantasyRolling Into FantasyE02. A myriad of Fantasy sub-genresTales of the TomeWe delve into a myriad of Fantasy literature sub-genres and get lost in their descriptions, grey zones and publications. Here the Fantasy literature sub-genres we cover in our segment 'Tales of the Tome' of this Rolling Into Fantasy episode:High Fantasy: Set in a secondary, often magical world with epic stakes.Grand, sweeping stories with a clear battle between good and evil, featuring complex world-building, often with maps, languages, and detailed histories.Examples: -The Lord of the Rings, by J.R.R. Tolkien  - The Wheel o...2024-08-1643 minRolling Into FantasyRolling Into FantasyE01. Bitten by the Fantasy-bugIntroductionWho are we? What is Rolling Into Fantasy?What do we plan?Introducing Segments: 'Tales from the Tome' & 'Through the Palantir'Where & how did our passion for Fantasy start? Laurent:Earliest memory: Star Wars, which premiered Oct. 27, 1977; later ESB & ROJOther movies: Excalibur (1981); The Dark Crystal (1982 Jim Henson & Frank Oz); Conan the Barbarian (1982); The Never Ending Story (1984); Labyrinth (1986 - Jim Henson); Willow (1988)Literature: Fighting Fantasy books & Lone Wolf gamebooks (discovered the French versions first: Loup Solitaire, Défis Fantastique) + Stephen King (Mist) Marie-Noor:Literature: Harry Potter >> Throne of glass: political i...2024-08-1642 minThe Book Jar PodcastThe Book Jar PodcastBiggest Bookish Pet Peeves | A Feather So Black, Wheel of Time & Many MoreAll the things that make us cringe, gag, and recoil away from a book within an instant. From abhorrent stickers on book covers to the worst plot devices we've ever read, this week Megan and Marissa discuss their biggest book pet peeves. Marissa also shares an embarrassing reader faux pas she committed and Megan pretends she's very much over it. As always, they start the podcast with their most recent reads and end it by drawing a new topic from the jar and discussing their upcoming reads.Content Warning: We mention the following on this...2024-08-0857 minScientists Who ReadScientists Who ReadAdaptations: August Theme TalkJoin us as we chat about the best, the worst and imagined adaptations we thought existed but actually don’t.And we spontaneously decide to record another bonus episode for our patrons, and we’d really appreciate all your support for the podcast and the book club, so you can do that right here. Books Mentioned:The Martian by Andy WeirThe Immortal Life Of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca SklootHidden Figures by Margot Lee ShetterlyThe Hitchhiker's  Guide To The Galaxy by Douglas AdamsDo Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep by Philip K DickLessons In Chemis...2024-08-041h 16Die LiteraturagentenDie Literaturagenten"Yellowface" von Rebecca F. Kuang und weitere BücherIst der Name Ihrer Lieblingsstadt "Wimmlingen"? Und Ali Migutsch der größte Maler ihrer Kindheit? Dann werden Sie sich freuen, dass es jetzt erstmals ein Wimmelbuch für Erwachsene gibt – die Literaturagenten stellen es vor. Sie sprechen mit Literaturnobelpreisträger Abdulrazak Gurnah über dessen Roman "Das versteinerte Herz“ und stellen den internationale Beststeller "Yellowface" von Rebecca F. Kuang vor, inklusive Hörprobe. Außerdem in der Sendung: Robert Stadlober singt Kurt Tucholskys "Canzonetta" und Autorin Pieke Biermann stellt Mechtilde Lichnowskys "Der Kampf mit dem Fachmann".2024-06-1650 minI Think You Should ReadI Think You Should ReadSteve O'Rourke thinks you should read My Name is RedSteve O’Rourke is the author of the acclaimed memoir “And A Bang on the Ear”. He chats to us about our second Nobel Prize winner of the season, the experimental Turkish novel, My Name Is Red. Book recommendations this week! Shark Heart: A Love Story by Emily Habeck The List by Yomi Adegoke Yellowface by RF Kuang (banger) None Of This Is Serious by friend of the pod Catherine Prasifka Babel by RF Kuang The White Castle, also by...2024-06-0758 minKapitel EinsKapitel EinsFolge 134: Produktivität und Verlage Auch Schreiben ist ein Geschäft, und Verlage sind gewinnorientiert. Das beißt sich manchmal mit dem Künstlerdasein. Es ist ein Spannungsfeld zwischen Inspiration, Vorschüssen und Verkäufen, in dem sich Autor*innen befinden. Wie bleibt man produktiv, wie geht man mit Verzögerungen um, und sind Verlage nicht auch nur irgendwie Menschen? Wir nehmen einen Artikel zum Thema als Sprungbrett, um in diesen Pool zu hüpfen. Viel Spaß mit der neuen Folge! Timecodes und Kapitelmarken 00:00:00 - Ergänzungen zur letzten Folge ("Wandschirm aus rotem Lack")2024-04-181h 04Beautiful IllusionsBeautiful IllusionsEP 32 - We Read So We Can TalkVisit our website BeautifulIllusions.org for a complete set of show notes and links to almost everything discussed in this episodeSelected References:2:26 - See “Something Went Terribly Wrong With Online Ads” (The Atlantic, 2024) and “Uber’s Ad Network Continues To Grow” (Marketing Brew, 2023)4:00 - Shakespeare: The Invention of the Human by Harold Bloom4:15 - See “The Western Canon” Wikipedia entry12:10 - See “Shakespeare Contra Nietzsche” (Marginalia, 2016)16:41 - Listen to Beautiful Illusions Episode 29 - Vacation Part 2: It’s A Process from October 202322:35 - See the Great American Novel Wikipedia entry and list22:54 - In Search of Lost Time by Marcel...2024-04-141h 03The Restricted SectionThe Restricted SectionThe Seven Potters w/ Robert from The BitsIn which Hedwig dies Email us at restrictedsectionpod@gmail.com to tell us what you thought of The Seven Potters or even what you think of us! We’d love to read your email on the show. Be sure to subscribe to know right away about new episodes, and rate and review! SUPPORT US ON OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/therestrictedsection THANK YOU LOVE YOU BUY OUR MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/restricted-section-podcast THANK YOU LOVE YOU IG: https://www.instagram.com/restrictedsectionpod/ FB: https://www.facebook.co...2024-04-101h 10My Podcast Knows What You Read in the DarkMy Podcast Knows What You Read in the DarkEpisode 25 - Our Podcast BirthdayHappy 1st birthday to My Podcast Knows What You Read in the Dark! We are ready to smash cake into our little faces with grubby, sticky hands. Just kidding. Instead, we are going to discuss the simple pleasures of good smut, toxic beauty culture, and play a fun birthday game where we try to guess the name of some... interesting series. While we like to have fun and be silly here, be warned that this episode includes discussions of diet culture, beauty standards, & aging. Use your best judgement before...2023-11-3049 minSó se estraga uma estanteSó se estraga uma estante32. Babel, política monetária e moralismoSem saber bem como, a Ana recomenda pela terceira vez um livro da R. F. Kuang. Desta vez é o ‘Babel’, um bom livro para viajar até Oxford, ficar com umas noções de linguística e tradução, e ainda perceber algumas dimensões do jugo colonial. O Tomé sugere ‘Three Days at Camp David’, Jeffrey Garten, explicando as drásticas mudanças que ocorreram na política económica nos anos 70, sob a liderança de Nixon, e que estabeleceram o atual paradigma monetário. Na segunda parte, a Ana e o Tomé partilham as suas opiniões sobre a...2023-11-1656 minLiterary AnythingLiterary AnythingEpisode 59 - YellowfaceThis month, Literary Anything veteran Paula returns to the pod to chat with Andrea about R.F. Kuang's bestseller 'Yellowface'. Tune in to hear their thoughts (there's a lot to discuss!!), plus what other books they're reading and a sad announcement from Andrea. Books/Articles mentioned: American Dirt, Jeanine Cummins “The Beautiful Piece” in People who lunch, Sally Olds My struggle series, Karl Ove Knausgaard Vladimir, Julia May Jonas “The Book of My Enemy”, Stephanie Convery in Overland, 218 Autumn 2015, link: https://overland.org.au/previous-issues/issue-218/the-book-of-my-enemy/ The Anniversary, Stephanie Bishop I’d Rather Not, Robert Skinner Wifedom, Anna Funder Project Ha...2023-08-0257 minYou\'re BookedYou're BookedYomi Adegoke - You're BookedHurrah! We are very excited to bring you a guest we've being trying to get on the podcast for flipping ages. It's the wonderful Yomi Adegoke! Yomi is a podcaster, broadcaster, multi-award winning journalist and the author of Slay in Your Lane (with former YB guest Elizabeth Uviebinené) and The Offline Diaries (also with Elizabeth). Yomi's debut novel is the hotly anticipated The List, described as 'the book of the Summer' by Vogue and currently in development for TV. We talked to her about the icon that is Jackie Collins, books so good they make you want to give u...2023-07-2452 minStoryshapedStoryshapedGetting Storyshaped With Ann Sei LinWe had a fascinating chat with the amazing Ann Sei Lin this week on the podcast, where we got an insight into the stories that have been shaping her since her earliest days. Ann's fantastic debut, Rebel Skies, is an amazing story about what makes a human, all told through the fabulous surrounds of a Japanese-folklore inspired fantasy world complete with skyships, dragons, and living origami. It's a truly memorable debut and we were so pleased to get a chance to discuss it with Ann, and to find out more about the stories that helped her to become an...2023-07-0652 minSó se estraga uma estanteSó se estraga uma estante12. Guerra das papoilas, Carlos V, reis e rainhas nos livrosNeste episódio a Ana e o Tomé viajam pelo mundo da realeza. A recomendação surpreendente da Ana (‘The Poppy War’) tem um enredo que mistura fantasia com estratégia militar e que se desenrola num contexto imperial. O Tomé recomenda uma biografia do Imperador Carlos V, uma figura de extrema relevância na História da Europa (‘Emperor: A New Life of Charles V). Na segunda parte, olham para os reis e rainhas nos livros. Quer na ficção, quer na não ficção, é possível perceber os desafios que os reis e rainhas enfrentaram/enfrentam...2023-05-251h 00Mostly FictionalMostly FictionalEp. 14: Pam Had Two Book Hauls and Hallie Read a Ton on VacationAfter a brief hiatus, Pam and Hallie are back! Pam had two book hauls and finished her degree, and Hallie returns from an eventful vacation/belated honeymoon.All books mentioned, in order:Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands by Kate BeatonStation Eleven by Emily St. John MandelHotline by Dimitri Nasrallah Greenwood by Michael ChristieVenCo by Cherie DimalineSmoke Gets in Your Eyes by Caitlin DoughtyAnimal Friends of Pica Pau by Yan SchenkelA Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking by T KingfisherA Long Petal...2023-05-171h 13The Collective Corner with Elena ArmijoThe Collective Corner with Elena ArmijoWhy You Should Be Open to the UnexpectedToday, Elena talks with pianist and coach, Robert Kuang, about being open to self-discovery, expanding your abilities, and resting in your natural strengths. Check out Elena’s website to learn more about how she can support you in seeing and using the power that resides within you. Everyone wants an innovative team, but, as a leader, are you creating a space for innovation to thrive? Maybe you’re not having as many creative conversations with your team, or maybe they’re not as eager to share their ideas as they have been in the past. Here’s...2023-04-2532 minThe Incomparable MothershipThe Incomparable MothershipA Long ZoomOur Book Club reconvenes to discuss R.F. Kuang’s “Babel.” It’s a story about magic and empire and revolution, and our feelings about it are similarly complicated. Plus: A whole bunch of book suggestions! Our next Book Club selection: “Sea of Tranquility” by Emily St. John Mandel. Book Club: R.F. Kuang's "Babel" Jason Snell with Aleen Simms, Dan Moren, Glenn Fleishman, Deborah Stanish, Erika Ensign and Scott McNulty Sponsors ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Referenced Works Babel [A...2023-02-101h 28The Writers PanelThe Writers PanelOne Of Us Is Lying and I Ship It + C. Robert CargillErica Saleh (creator/showrunner, One of Us Is Lying) and Yulin Kuang (creator, I Ship It; upcoming: People We Meet On Vacation) battle technical difficulties and interruptions to bring some great advice about pitching and what general meetings are good for. PLUS: the C. Robert Cargill (The Black Phone; Dr Strange) was the first guest in the paid-subscriber-exclusive Q&A on Ben Blacker's substack. Hear selections from that fun, intimate session. To hear the entire Q&A, as well as one with House of the Dragons showrunner Ryan Condal, and to participate in future Q&A sessions yourself, subscribe...2022-11-0844 minOn Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 73- BLAZING THROUGH THE POPPY WARS (SEASON FINALE)Send us a text***SPOILER HEAVY EPISODE FOR R.F. KUANG'S THE POPPY WAR SERIES. If you haven't read the series, please be aware that there are spoilers in this episode.***Hannah and Laura have "blazed through" The Poppy War series by R.F. Kuang! They talk about favorite moments, characters, and things that they wish were different about the series. Two book series under their belt, Hannah and Laura decide to tackle another series (starting in 2023), and give updates on what episodes will look like for the rest of 2022.Media Mentions: 2022-10-1949 minOn Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 72- Who's Gonna Tell Her?(The Burning God)Send us a textLaura actually watched some movies/tv shows that Hannah recommended to her and LOVED them. Hannah reveals her immense knowledge of Soap Operas, which amazes Laura. Hannah also read a fun, second-chance romance that hit on some real truths. Then Hannah and Laura talk about characters in The Burning God, frustration with their favorite character, the progression of the novel and how they felt about the ending to their beloved Poppy War series.Media Mentions:The Poppy War by R.F. KuangThe Dragon Republic by R.F...2022-10-121h 30On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 70- But He's Handsome (The Burning God)Send us a textToday Hannah and Laura are covering Part 2 of The Burning God by R.F. Kuang! But first: Laura read an ADORABLE fantasy novel and Hannah read a YA novel that bookstagram has been RAVING over, but she thought was just "ok." Hannah and Laura  have been watching and enjoying The Patient on FX (Hulu), but think that sometimes things on the show get pretty uncomfortable to watch. Hannah also read a rom-com that she feels conflicted about and wishes there was more to some of the characters. Also, be sure to check ou...2022-09-281h 33Playin\' & Slayin\'Playin' & Slayin'#64 Marvel ChampionsSend us a textIt's a threesome with Ty, Troy, and Josh.  In this episode, they review and discuss a game that's been hitting the table a lot lately, Marvel Champions.  In the normal Playin & Slayin banter Ty shares his favorite new DM aid, the AI powered map generator Dungeon Alchemist.The One Ring RPG stream with Ty on Midnight Creations Twitch The Emperor Protects Ep. 1: Horus Rising - A Horus Heresy Podcast The One Ring RPGMarvel Champions card gameShotguns & Sorcery: The Roleplaying GameDungeon Alchemist2022-09-161h 22On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)BONUS EPISODE- Hannah and Laura Enjoy Talking To Each OtherSend us a textHannah and Laura haven't talked in a while, so things went off the rails. Enjoy this discussion of things we've been reading and watching and we PROMISE that next week The Burning God will be our main focus. In the meantime, be sure to check out all of our Indie Intermission content on OWWRPOD.COM. There are some great books to read!Media Mentions:The Poppy War by R.F. KuangThe Dragon Republic by R.F. KuangThe Burning God by R.F. KuangBabel...2022-09-142h 27On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)BONUS EPISODE- Babel by R.F. KuangSend us a textHannah and Laura were lucky to receive advance reader copies of Babel by R.F. Kuang, and they read it SO fast. So in honor of the book's release on 8/23/22, here is a special episode on the book, its themes, and characters.  We discuss the book broadly for the first portion of the podcast and spoilers for the book begin at 16:10. Enjoy the episode and order Babel today!CW for Babel: racism; abuse; classism; colonialism; violence; suicide; slavery; sexism; misogyny; drug abuse; death; suicidal thoughts; cultural appropriation; religious bigotryM...2022-08-2341 minOn Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 66- Uhnnh (The Dragon Republic)Send us a textLaura wonders why there couldn't have been an Ant-Woman, and has been giddy over some recent romance reads. Hannah wonders why random ghost children are scarier than ghost adults with unfinished business, and has really loved some adult cartoons lately. We also talk about rating YA novels, enjoying the romance genre for the romance, and some things we are afraid of. Then we dive into part 2 of The Dragon Republic, where we have many "of course" moments, mainly surrounding the character Nezha.Media Mentions: The Poppy War by R.F...2022-08-102h 02On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 65- Oh. I Should've Seen This Coming. (The Dragon Republic)Send us a textWe are "blazing through" the discussion of The Poppy War series by R.F. Kuang.  We are already covering part 1 of the second book, The Dragon Republic! We love a problematic but logical character, and also enjoy the back stories we are getting on some of the other characters. But before we get to that; Laura is hooked on a new author after reading the first of their work, and is in love with a walrus that's been making headlines. Hannah is possibly concussed after hitting a wall...literally. She loves what Girls5E...2022-08-031h 58On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 64- They Often Have Him In A Barrel (The Poppy War)Send us a textLaura has once again watched the "Jackie Daytona" episode of What We Do in the Shadows. It's an amazing piece of television that she thinks everyone should see. Multiple times. She also read the second book of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series and can't wait to watch Jason Mantzoukas in the upcoming Disney+ show. Hannah has been watching a fascinating show on Apple TV, but is confused why they didn't just let Adam Scott go by his real name in the show. Hannah also read some books that Laura recommended to...2022-07-271h 48On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 62- Two Halves of the Same Coin...Ew (The Poppy War)Send us a textIt's been SO LONG since Laura and Hannah last spoke. In reality, it's been about nine days and they did talk, just not as much. Laura has been doing deep dives to learn more about Greek Mythology and is in love with her latest romance read. Hannah is confused about a Laura's pick for her involving a mysterious book cemetery.  Hannah also has really been enjoying a new TV show and hopes that people will create more content like this. Then we cover Part II of R.F. Kuang's The Poppy War. We q...2022-07-131h 36On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 59- In Their Defense, They Would've Been Interesting Two Books Ago (A Memory of Light)Send us a textIt's monumental. This is our last discussion episode on A Memory of Light! Hannah is comfy. Laura is snacking. We discuss birthdays (and births) and learn that some things never change (especially in Laura's case).  Hannah is nervous and also excited about her buddy read for #MEGAMAY and is cautious when it comes to suggesting books for people to read. Then we talk for a solid hour about how conflicted we were about the final installment to The Wheel of Time series.Media Mentions:The Wheel of Time series b...2022-05-251h 26On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 57- This Timeline Totally Holds Up (A Memory of Light)Send us a textLaura has read two books that she considers her favorite this year and wants everyone to read them. Editing Laura is embarrassed by Laura saying "understanded" instead of understood (and hearing her brain fog out loud multiple times during the episode). Hannah is discussing her books in themes. This week's theme is books by Nigerian authors. Hannah is also gearing up to read a bunch of books chosen by Laura for Laura's birthday month. Hannah and Laura also plan a Doctor Who buddy watch. Then we cover the next section of A Memory...2022-05-111h 27Waking Up With JessWaking Up With Jess#11 Connecting to the Uncomfortable Parts of Us Through Sound Healing with Robert Kuang (4/6 Emotional Manifestor)Robert Kuang is a 4/6 Emotional Manifestor and an intuitive life coach and sound healer with a focus in creativity, energy healing, and leadership development.  In this episode, we discuss: ✨ How to allow yourself to express when you're in the mood and how to honor the space when you're not. ✨ How to trust the timing of the deep feelings ✨ Using emotions as a catalyst for creation ✨ Creating a business as an Emotional Manifestor ✨ The role intuition plays in creating your business AND there's a little sound healing sur...2022-05-0245 minOn Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 48- How have we been? We've Benfluenced (The Gathering Storm)Send us a textGuess who's back? Back again! That's right. It's The Wheel of Time. We are still Shaitan on The Wheel of Time, BUT we are finally making OWWR way to the last battle. Today we cover the first half of The Gathering Storm by Robert Jordan AND Brando Sando. We had a lot of thoughts on the book, the characters, and how the tone felt just...different. "But most of the criticisms are objectively funny."  We also catch you up on all of the things that we have been reading and watching the past m...2022-03-091h 47Broken Spines at the End of the WorldBroken Spines at the End of the WorldEp. 18: Our 2022 Reading GoalsHello and welcome to another episode of our podcast! Today, we’re discussing our reading goals for 2022. Next year, we’ll check up on them so see how we did. What are your reading goals for this year? You can subscribe to our podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Books mentioned in this episode: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue – VE Schwab (our current buddy read) Catherine House – Elisabeth Thomas The Secret History – Donna Tartt We Were Villains – M.L. Rio One Hundred Years of Solitude – Gabriel Garcia Marques The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde – Robert Louis Stevenson Persuasion – Jan...2022-01-1826 minHim ChitchatHim ChitchatEpisode 171 Book Review - User Friendly IIรีวิวหนังสือ User Friendly : How the hidden rules of design are chaning the way we live, work, and play ตอนที่ 2 เขียนโดย Cliff Kuang และ Robert Fabricant ในส่วนนี้จะพูดถึงเรื่อง Industrialized empathy, Personalization และอันตรายที่เกิดจากการออกแบบประสบการณ์ผู้ใช้ ผู้เขียนยังแนะนำกฎ 8 ข้อที่ทำให้การออกแบบ UX ดีขึ้น --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sakol/message2021-12-3124 minHim ChitchatHim ChitchatEpisode 170 Book Review - User Friendly Iรีวิวหนังสือ User Friendly : How the hidden rules of design are chaning the way we live, work, and play ตอนที่ 1 เขียนโดย Cliff Kuang และ Robert Fabricant ซึ่ง Cliff Kuang เป็นหัวหน้าด้าน UX ส่วน Robert Fabricant เป็นประธานของ Frog Design ในช่วงแรกจะพูดถึง User friendliness ซึ่งการที่คอมพิวเตอร์หรือผลิตภัณฑ์เข้าใจคน หลังจากนั้นในบทพูดถึงการที่ทำให้ผลิตภัณฑ์ใช้งานง่าย ไม่สับสน มี feedback ลดความผิดพลาดของคน คนเชื่อใจได้ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sakol/message2021-12-2620 minI Feel Awful: Chronicles of Leadership with Juanita Molano Parra, Christine Sachs, and Catharina SchneegassI Feel Awful: Chronicles of Leadership with Juanita Molano Parra, Christine Sachs, and Catharina SchneegassChronicle 56: Endings and Beginnings (Live)The podcast team welcomes Robert Kuang, and we chat about what teams do with endings and/or new beginnings.www.christinesachscoaching.com  www.jumpcoaching.co www.catharinaschneegass.comwww.robertkuangcoaching.com#ifeelawfulpodcast #Mesientoterriblepodcast #Ichfühlemichfurchtbarpodcast #disruptthecomfortable #sachscoaching #jumpcoaching #catharinaschneegasscoaching #insidejob #executivecoach #leadership #challenges #practice #podcast #microcontent #asianamerican #colombia #germany #femalepodcasters #personaldevelopment #leadershipstyle #mindsetshifts #newyear #change #endings #beginnings2021-12-1621 minOn Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)BONUS- The Dark Crystal with 'The Puppet Guy' (Charles from Friends Talking Fantasy Pod)Send us a textHello, everybody!!! Turn this up in your headphones! We are discussing Netflix's The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance with none other than Charles from Friends Talking Fantasy podcast! We were thrilled to get his expert take on the series and to hear about his recent visit to the Dark Crystal exhibit at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, Georgia.Disclaimer: Laura's internet was on the fritz, so she cuts out occasionally and is delayed at times throughout the episode. Apologies in advance!Media Mentions:The Dark...2021-09-291h 09The Human Design PodcastThe Human Design Podcast#138 Human Design, Intuitive Sound Healing & Intuition - Interview with Robert KuangIn this episode, I talk with the facinating Robert Kuang. Robert is an intuitive coach, who blends intuitive sound healing with his work with clients.Robert is an Emotional Manifester, he’s a 4, 6 Profile with the Cross of Eden. We dive into how this Cross of Eden is about creating structures for Heaven on Earth.Join us as we navigate all of the above and so much more.Big Love, MxxRobert Kuang's details:Instagram - @robertkuangcoachingWeb - ww...2021-09-241h 02