“You were challenged beyond the bounds of what could be done, and found a path to make it true.”In our conversation we talk about the boundaries women have to negotiate to take care of themselves and their families. Survival can look like selfishness and even fair bargains can be traps. In Novik’s story there is a battle between the fire demon Chernobog and the Staryk King of winter. The people of Lithvas are trapped in between. Miryem, Irina, and Wanda find ways to help themselves, their family,

Caitlyn Broadman joins us for the first episode of Crafty Grieving for a raw, unfiltered conversation about life after losing her mother, the trauma of death, the myth of "moving on," and the anger grief carries with it. We talk about how creativity, crafts, dance, and community became her path to healing, and why imperfect, in-public healing matters. Along the way: helping children grieve, the online grief community she built, relapse and the power of starting again, perfectionism and mental

“‘I love you,' he whispered, and kissed my brow. 'Thorns and all.'.”This season starts with one of the biggest titles in the Romantasy genre: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. Christy warms to it but Carly remains cold.What do women want? What do women need? C&C discuss what characters are looking for and what a reader wants from her books. Two important moments in A Court of Thorns and Roses revolve around what Feyre, the main character, is and isn’t willing to say. She hesitates

In the season three recap episode of the Book Club Podcast, host Carly is joined by frequent guests My Nguyen and Christy Lynn Horpedahl to discuss their experiences revisiting childhood classics like A Wrinkle in Time and The Giver. The conversation dives into themes of nostalgia, the portrayal of female characters, and the evolving nature of connection in a digital age. The trio reflects on how these books have shaped their understanding of the world and whether they prepared millennials for

In this special bonus episode of the Book Club Podcast, Carly, joined by Andrene and Joel from the Rewind Rewatch Podcast, delves into Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park. They explore themes of genetic engineering, human arrogance, and scientific discovery, discussing character developments such as Hammond's moral irresponsibility, Nedry's sabotage, and Malcolm's philosophical insights. The episode examines the narrative role of Lex and Tim, the depiction of female characters, and the contrast between

In this episode of the Book Club Podcast, Carly, Margaret, and David delve into The Princess Bride by William Goldman. The discussion ranges from character connections, gender dynamics, and the significance of storytelling within stories, to the cultural impact and enduring nostalgia of the film. They also share their perspectives on the possibility of remaking the beloved movie and reflect on the broader genre themes present in both the book and film.Subscribe to our email newsletter on Substack:

In this episode of the Book Club Podcast, host Carly, an Elder Millennial, is joined by guest Jenni to discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling. The episode delves into personal anecdotes about discovering the series, revisiting the story, and its impact on their generation. They explore the book's plot, character relationships, societal themes, and the broader Harry Potter universe. The conversation also touches on the challenges and emotional aspects of revisiting beloved

In this episode of the Book Club Podcast, host Carly and guest Margaret, both elder millennials, discuss the book Mrs. Frisbee and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O'Brien. The discussion includes a detailed summary of the plot, touching on Mrs. Frisbee’s journey to save her sick son, her encounters with wise mice and intelligent rats, and the mysterious background of the rats of NIMH. They delve into themes such as ecosystems and civilizations, the impact of scientific experimentation, and the lack of

In this episode of the Book Club Podcast, Carly Jackson and guest Christy Lynn Horpedahl discuss Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time. They explore the themes of good versus evil, the importance of intelligence versus love, and the significance of Meg's faults. The conversation also touches on the unique loneliness and resilience of the protagonist, and the generational contrasts between boomers and millennials in the context of the novel. Listeners are encouraged to consider how classic stories

Guests My and Jenni join Carly to talk about what it means to make choices for yourself and if experiencing pain and suffering is a good trade-off for being able to make choices for yourself. They also talk about the expectations put on Millennials in school to save the rainforests and the whales and to fix the hole in the Ozone. Jonas makes a choice that will change his whole society, have Millennials succeeded in changing our whole society?Subscribe to our email newsletter on Substack:

For our first book discussion on Millennial Nostalgia, guest host Christy joins Carly to talk about One in a Millennial by Kate Kennedy. One in a Millennial is a memoir capturing the experiences of one person growing up through the ‘90s and ending with a successful podcasting career.They compare their own experiences growing up on ‘90s TV and connecting to communities online and set up the questions for the rest of the season about connection, female characters, and how millennials were raised for a

In our long delayed recap episode for our Solarpunk season, Caroline and Carly reflect on what they have learned about how to organize society.Our Solar punk books were: Ecotopia by Ernest Callenbach Book Club A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers Book Club The Fifth Sacred Thing by Starhawk Book Club Suncatcher by Alia Gee Book Club The Dispossessed by Ursula K. LeGuin Book Club Emergency Skin by N.K. Jemisin Book Club Seveneves by Neal Stephenson Book Club Earth Abides by George R

Hosted by: DJ Whizz Playing the best gospel hip hop, house, reggae and etc... DJ Whizz is one of the region’s most respected DJs. Born and raised in Philadelphia, he started spinning in the mid-80s at local house parties. After honing his craft and developing a following, DJ Whizz began to accept requests to spin at “legendary” Philly block parties, weddings, and other special events. At the same time, he appeared as a special guest DJ on a number of Philadelphia radio shows, including the Come Up

Hosted by: DJ Whizz Playing the best gospel hip hop, house, reggae and etc... DJ Whizz is one of the region’s most respected DJs. Born and raised in Philadelphia, he started spinning in the mid-80s at local house parties. After honing his craft and developing a following, DJ Whizz began to accept requests to spin at “legendary” Philly block parties, weddings, and other special events. At the same time, he appeared as a special guest DJ on a number of Philadelphia radio shows, including the Come Up

The New Artist Profile Top 20 Countdown Show For 2023. These were some of the hottest songs from the year of 2023. Enjoy the following artists below. #20 Neva Ford Nations "You Cover Me" #19 Angelia Williams "He Will" #18 Terri Cann "Do Your Thing" #17 Gregory G. Pearson Sr. "Dwell In The House" #16 Danielle Stephens"Favor" #15 Akayleeya Kennebrew "Victory" #14 Wilson Family of CADES "Heaven Belongs To You" #13 Tanya D. Fitzgerald"What God Has Promised" #12 Norris J. "Already Won" #11 Glenn Johnson

Hosted by Big Redd From schoolyard freestyle battles to Billboard-charting music, Christian hip-hop artist Big Redd has found refuge and rebirth in music for most of his life. A graduate of Wake Forest University, he boasts a dynamic 16 years in the radio industry and 10 as an independent artist. Now, he’s pushing new waves through the music industry with The Big Redd Radio Show--a syndicated radio show amplifying the best in Christian hip-hop, pop, and rhythm and praise music for generations

Hosted by Big Redd From schoolyard freestyle battles to Billboard-charting music, Christian hip-hop artist Big Redd has found refuge and rebirth in music for most of his life. A graduate of Wake Forest University, he boasts a dynamic 16 years in the radio industry and 10 as an independent artist. Now, he’s pushing new waves through the music industry with The Big Redd Radio Show--a syndicated radio show amplifying the best in Christian hip-hop, pop, and rhythm and praise music for generations

Jay Williams is a 2021 Graduate of Kingdom Ambassador Global Institute as (PHD) in Philosophy In Christian Entrepreneurship. Jay Williams is also CEO of Indie One Network. Which consist of 40 plus radio stations all across the world and 2 TV outlets. He is Ceo of Jay Williams Management company. His Own Record Label called JAM Records Entertainment.The NEW Indie 1 Magazine,. He has 7 of his very own radio stations TAP Radio, Indie One Radio, The CCM Radio station, Jay`s Jamz, The Word Channel

Jay Williams is a 2021 Graduate of Kingdom Ambassador Global Institute as (PHD) in Philosophy In Christian Entrepreneurship. Jay Williams is also CEO of Indie One Network. Which consist of 40 plus radio stations all across the world and 2 TV outlets. He is Ceo of Jay Williams Management company. His Own Record Label called JAM Records Entertainment. The NEW Indie 1 Magazine,. He has 7 of his very own radio stations TAP Radio, Indie One Radio, The CCM Radio station, Jay`s Jamz, The Word Channel