Total 14 episodes

24/12/2024Consider This from NPR

What makes a holiday song a lasting hit?

This episode explores the enduring appeal of holiday songs, focusing on Mariah Carey's 'All I Want for Christmas Is You', which has stood the test of time for 30 years. It discusses elements that contribute to a song's lasting success, including timelessness, nostalgia, and production quality, while contrasting with contemporary holiday music. Additionally, the episode highlights alternative holiday songs deserving recognition, encouraging listeners to discover diverse seasonal music beyond mainstream choices, while emphasizing the emotional sincerity essential for holiday tunes to resonate.

Holiday songs like Mariah Carey's 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' maintain their appeal through a blend of nostalgia, high production value, and emotional sincerity, which are essential elements for creating a lasting impact.
Listeners often connect more deeply with holiday music that acknowledges the complexities of the holiday season rather than simply promoting unrelenting cheerfulness.

# Alternative Holiday SongsSongs other than mainstream holiday hits that deserve recognition for their beauty and emotional depth, such as those by The Weepies and Low.

# Mariah Carey # Holiday Music # Contemporary Artists # Emotional Resonance # Alternative Holiday Songs

17/12/2024True Crime Obsessed

407: Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara

In this episode, Tegan and Sara recount the traumatic experience of being catfished, where a hacker posing as Tegan misled fans and manipulated relationships over three years. This incident occurred during their rise to fame, profoundly impacting their safety and trust, and altering how they interacted with their dedicated queer fanbase. Through discussions of identity theft, the emotional toll on fans, and the psychological motivations behind catfishing, the episode explores the complexities of celebrity and fan relationships, particularly in the context of LGBTQ+ representation and community.

**The incident reveals the dark side of fame, where personal identities can be hijacked, leading to significant emotional and psychological impacts for public figures.**
**The experience highlighted the importance of building a supportive community, where fans can engage authentically, rather than through deceitful impersonation.**

# Psychological ImpactThe emotional effects of catfishing on individuals, showcasing the deep-seated trust issues that arise.

# Obsession # Emotional Manipulation # Trust Issues # Identity Theft # Community Building # Catfishing # Queer Representation # Digital Privacy # Fandom # Parasocial Relationships # Management Challenges # Law Enforcement Response # Celebrity Safety # Fan Culture # Emotional Fallout # Vulnerability of Fame # Community Reactions # Social Media Dynamics

16/12/2024Shawn Ryan Show

#150 Rick Ross - Inside the Dark World of Cults

In this episode, Shawn Ryan interviews cult expert Rick Alan Ross, who shares his experiences and insights on various cults, particularly Jehovah's Witnesses and Scientology. Ross discusses the manipulative tactics that cults employ to control members, including coercive persuasion and isolation, while emphasizing the psychological and emotional toll on individuals who leave. He explores extreme cases of abuse within cults, such as NXIVM and the tragic Jonestown massacre, underscoring the necessity of critical thinking and public awareness to combat these groups. Through his advocacy and deprogramming methods, Ross is dedicated to helping those affected reclaim their lives from authoritarian influences.

Understanding and recognizing the tactics used by cults is crucial for protecting oneself and one’s loved ones from falling victim to such groups.
Critical thinking remains a crucial defense against the manipulative tactics employed by cults, which can lead to severe consequences for adherents who question doctrinal beliefs.

# Psychological ImpactThe emotional and mental effects individuals face upon joining or leaving cults.

# Cults # Rick Alan Ross # Deprogramming # Jehovah's Witnesses # Scientology # Thought Reform # Emotional Abuse # Manipulation Techniques # Child Custody # Public Awareness # Coercive Control # David Koresh # Jonestown # Keith Raniere # Waco Siege

15/12/2024This American Life

849: The Narrator

In this episode, an eight-year-old girl named Banias from Gaza shares her life experiences amid ongoing conflict. The narrative depicts her attempts to maintain childhood innocence while contending with the harsh realities of war around her. Banias' playful interactions with friends and imaginative coping mechanisms, such as playing school, are juxtaposed against the backdrop of violence and instability. Her reflections on evacuations, fear, and a desire to escape capture the emotional complexities faced by children in conflict zones. The episode powerfully illustrates the resilience of youth in the face of trauma and displacement.

Children in conflict zones, such as Banias in Gaza, live in a unique environment where they are forced to deal with violence while still trying to embrace the activities and joys of childhood.
The experiences shared by children like Banias highlight the long-lasting impact conflicts have on the mental and physical well-being of young individuals in affected areas.

# Psychological ImpactThe emotional and mental consequences of living in a war zone, particularly for children exposed to chronic conflict.

# Resilience # Banias # Childhood Innocence # Childhood Trauma # Coping Mechanisms # Gaza Conflict # Displacement # Ethnic Cleansing # Imaginative Play

14/02/2024The ODPH Podcast (Ocho Duro Parlay Hour)

Deadpool & Wolverine Trailer/Marvel & DC Back together?/Phantom Menace returns!

On this edition of the ODPHpod: #DeadpoolandWolverine debuts its' trailer #Marvel and #DCComics back together? #Starwars Phantom Menace returns! plus more For more ODPH Content, check out our website! For ODPH Social Media, here’s our directory! Sign up for the ODPH Patreon! THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING PATRONS! Check out the ODPH Merch Store at TeePublic! ODPH Music provided by Brian Wolff For your NCBD reviews destination: https://nerdinitiative.com/comic-books/ Last but not least: https://nerdinitiative.com/contact/ All that and much more!

# Deadpool and Wolverine TrailerThe trailer for the new film featuring both Deadpool and Wolverine has been released.

# ODPH Podcast # Deadpool and Wolverine Trailer # Marvel and DC Comics # Star Wars Phantom Menace

31/01/2024The ODPH Podcast (Ocho Duro Parlay Hour)

DC Films Supergirl casting/MCU Thunderbolts have their Sentry and more/Bullseye is back!

It's been a quiet week in the entertainment world, but we still wanted to get an episode to you. So on this abbreviated edition of the Entertainment Edition, the panel sits down to discuss: - The news that Milly Alcock has been cast as Supergirl in the "Superman: Legacy" film - Geraldine Viswanathan is replacing Ayo Edebiri in the upcoming "Thunderbolts" film from Marvel - And the news that Wilson Bethel is RETURNING as Bullseye in the upcoming "Daredevil: Born Again" series! All that and much more! For more ODPH Content, check out our website! For ODPH Social Media, here’s our directory! Sign up for the ODPH Patreon! THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING PATRONS! Check out the ODPH Merch Store at TeePublic! ODPH Music provided by Brian Wolff For your NCBD reviews destination: https://nerdinitiative.com/comic-books/ Last but not least: https://nerdinitiative.com/contact/ All that and much more!

# Supergirl CastingThe announcement of Milly Alcock being cast as Supergirl in the upcoming film "Superman: Legacy".

# ODPH Podcast # Supergirl Casting # Marvel Thunderbolts # Bullseye Return # Entertainment News

23/09/2023Krypton Report: The All Things Kryptonian Podcast

Aquaman Trailer and The end of Ruby Spears Superman

Send us a textTyler @JTyPatrick& James @SupermanRed_Kr Talk about #Comics & Finish The Ruby Spears #Superman #DCComics @DCOffical For all things Krypton Report: https://linktr.ee/Kryptonreport Our new TEE Public Store: http://tee.pub/lic/gJJ3wcW9NCE Help keep Krypton from Exploding join the $1 a month Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kryptonreportpod #487

# Aquaman TrailerA preview and discussion of the latest trailer for the upcoming Aquaman movie, highlighting key themes and elements.

# Krypton Report # DC Comics # Comic Book Adaptations # Aquaman Trailer # Ruby Spears Superman

07/06/2023The ODPH Podcast (Ocho Duro Parlay Hour)

Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse Review/Superman & Lois ”Complications”/The Expendables 4 Trailer

On this edition of the ODPH, the panel sits down to discuss: - Across The Spider-Verse and what Ken thought of it! Yes, Pad still hasn't seen it yet... To skip the spoilers, jump to: 37:46 - What we thought of Episode 11 "Complications" of Superman & Lois on The CW! - The FIRST trailer for The Expendables 4! And much more! For more #ODPH Content, check out our website! For #ODPH Social Media, here’s our directory! Sign up for the ODPH Patreon! THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING PATRONS! Check out the ODPH Merch Store at TeePublic! ODPH Entertainment Edition Intro Music provided by Shout At the Robots Contact NERD INITIATIVE Shop Comics Online: Shop Cheers To Comics & Use the promo code “ODPH” for 10% off your order!

# The Expendables 4An action film series featuring a group of elite mercenaries, known for its ensemble cast of action stars.

# Superman & Lois # ODPH Podcast # Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse # The Expendables 4 # podcast discussions

19/01/2023Food Fight!

If Your Snack Isn’t Cheese-Flavored, It’s Not Really A Snack (with Jackie Brubaker)

Lindsey is still out, so Food Fight All-Star Jackie Brubaker jumps into the food fray to talk about cheese-flavored snacks. And on this episode we’re tackling the really important questions like: How cheesy does your cheese-flavored snack need to be? How orange do you want it to look? Cheetos vs Doritos? Are keto cheese crisps all that? And the most important question…Better out of the box or in a bowl? Hosts: Kirk Pynchon & Lindsey Gentile Producer: Kirk Pynchon Theme song by: Kirk “Dad Beats” Pynchon Email us: [email protected] Follow us: instagram.com/thefoodfightpod Follow Lindsey: instagram.com/lindseygentile Follow Jackie Brubaker: instagram.com/jackiebrubaker/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

# Keto Cheese CrispsA review of low-carb cheese snacks designed for those following a ketogenic diet.

# Food Debate # Cheese-Flavored Snacks # Cheetos vs Doritos # Keto Cheese Crisps # Snack Presentation

12/01/2023The ODPH Podcast (Ocho Duro Parlay Hour)

Ant-Man 3 Trailer!/The Bad Batch Season 2/Greg Berlanti Re-signs with WBTV!

On this edition of the ODPH, the panel sits down to discuss: - The latest trailer for Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania! - What we think of the first 2 episodes of season 2 of The Bad Batch! The latest show from the Star Wars universe! - And the news that TV producer Greg Berlanti (and Arrowverse creator) has re-signed with WBTV! All that and much more! For more #ODPH Content, check out our website! For #ODPH Social Media, here’s our directory! Sign up for the ODPH Patreon! THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING PATRONS! Check out the ODPH Merch Store at TeePublic! ODPH Entertainment Edition Intro Music provided by Shout At the Robots

# Ant-Man 3 TrailerAn overview of the latest trailer for Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania, a key superhero film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

# ODPH Podcast # Ant-Man 3 Trailer # The Bad Batch Season 2 # Greg Berlanti

09/07/2022Krypton Report: The All Things Kryptonian Podcast

#358 All about Krypto!

Send us a text#358 Tyler(@JTyPatrick)& James (@SupermanRed_Kr)talk #Krypto. We look at more episodes of #Superboy, & #Superman Son of Kal-El 13. #Batman #Krypton #Batgirl #SUPERPETS #YoungJustice #DCComics For all things Krypton Report: https://linktr.ee/Kryptonreport Our new TEE Public Store: http://tee.pub/lic/gJJ3wcW9NCE Help keep Krypton from Exploding join the $1 a month Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kryptonreportpod

# Superboy EpisodesRefers to specific episodes from the 'Superboy' television series which features the young version of Superman and his adventures.

# Krypton # DC Comics # Krypto # Superboy Episodes # Superman: Son of Kal-El # Super Pets

08/06/2022Food Fight!

How Much Do You Love Deez Nuts?

Does anyone really get THAT excited about eating nuts? Well, Lindsey does, and she proves that when it comes to nuts, she is a queen. And, in this week’s episode, she gets to show off her nut knowledge as she and Kirk debate how basic are peanuts, almonds vs. cashews, the joy and/or heartache of opening pistachios, how long have you kept nuts in your cupboard, best/worst flavored nuts, should you bring nuts to a party, and then the two compete in a “Create Your Own Trail Mix” challenge, where Lindsey owns Kirk so bad that all he can do is bow down to the queen. Producer: Kirk Pynchon Theme song by: Kirk “Dad Beats” Pynchon Email us: [email protected] Follow us: instagram.com/thefoodfightpod Follow Lindsey: instagram.com/lindseygentile Follow F*ck You I’m Smarter: instagram.com/kellyandlindsey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

# Party SnacksA discussion about whether nuts are suitable snacks to bring to social gatherings, considering their appeal and practicality.

# Nuts Debate # Trail Mix Challenge # Peanuts vs. Almonds # Food Enthusiasm # Party Snacks

04/11/2019Krypton Report: The All Things Kryptonian Podcast

#124

Send us a text On Episode # 124 of The Krypton Report Podcast, the all things Superman, Supergirl and anything Kryptonian podcast. Tyler (Superman Blue) and James (Superman Red) discuss The potential of a Superman TV series, “Superman and Lois”. As well as Supergirl Episode season 5 episode 3 “Blurred lines” & Episode 4 “In Plain Sight”. What did you think drop us a line? https://linktr.ee/Kryptonreport Hosts: Tyler -@jtypatrick on twitter and Facebook Junia -@juniapatrickmusic James- James Cole III on facebook

# Supergirl EpisodesAnalysis and reviews of the specific episodes from Supergirl Season 5, focusing on character development and narrative arcs.

# Podcast Hosts # Kryptonian Universe # Superman TV Series # Supergirl Episodes

03/04/2019Krypton Report: The All Things Kryptonian Podcast

Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? + The House of L

Send us a textOn this Episode of The Krypton Report Podcast, the all things Superman, Supergirl and anything Kryptonian podcast. Tyler (Superman Blue) and James (Superman Red) tell you what they think of John Cryer as the new Lex Luthor. Together the last Kryptonians look at Supergirl episode 15, Oh Brother Where Art Thou? and episode16, The House of L of season four. What did you think drop us a line? http://facebook.com/kryptonreport twitter: @kryptonreport Skype- Krypton report pod instagram: Kryptonreportpod mailto:[email protected] http://www.southgatemediagroup.com Hosts: Tyler -@jtypatrick on twitter and Facebook Junia -@juniapatrickmusic James- James Cole III on facebook

# Supergirl EpisodesRefers to specific episodes from the Supergirl series, particularly season four episodes 15 and 16, evaluated by the hosts.

# Lex Luthor # Kryptonian Lore # The Krypton Report # Supergirl Episodes # John Cryer

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