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The first and only podcast bringing you weekly case studies in the pop culture of a dying empire. Every Wednesday, co-hosts Josh, Brian, and A.J. dissect an artifact of popular culture, breaking down how its narrative choices reflect or subvert the reactionary political project. From video games to movies to theater to an apparently infinite supply of evangelical Christian radio drama, we expose the machinations of the worst of all possible worlds in order to figure out how to build a better one. Also, we have bits.

"Fame is a Bitch" with AJ Benza, deconstructs some of the biggest scandals and tragedies of our lifetime. These stories are about the powerful seduction and fateful grip of fame. Our tragic figures are those that couldn't fight off the influences, pressures, and distractions that worked like grease upon their grip. Benza brings an insiders perspective and his tough-guy demeanor, bold narratives and aggressive pursuit of the truth, distinguish him as an authentic and original voice. AJ knows as well as anyone that "Fame is a Bitch."

Charlene Butler, a.k.a. Charlie, is beautiful, independent, and a successful pub owner in downtown Montreal, but prefers not to discuss her past, or the main reason for her success. When she anonymously receives strange letters and the police don’t show an interest in the case, she is convinced by Frank, her best friend, to hire a private investigator to help her solve the mystery. However, PI Simm seems to have a few secrets of his own.

Sexy werewolf Jared Huntington loves his family, his job, and gossip. When the town falls under a mysterious curse, Jared must journey out into the world to seek magical assistance. But when the culprit turns out to be his own brother, Jared must find a way to save his home without hurting his family. With a distractingly-sexy witch at his side, will Jared be able to protect those he loves?

When I'm back at school for my last few weeks of college, I find normalcy for the first time in months. Despite getting comfortable, I can't give Rook and Oliver the answer they so clearly want, even if it's not the one they want to hear. They have to understand it's not that easy. Don't they? Following them across the country brings more than just new house problems and adjusting to their lifestyle. Issues from not so long ago come to light, and I realize I'm not as normal as I'd hoped to be, after killing my professor for what he did to me.

The podcast for fans by fans of the "In Death" series of books by J.D. Robb, aka Nora Roberts. Your hosts, AJ, Jen and Tara are "In Death" fandom veterans who will read each book in order and discuss each one in detail. In between book discussions we will deep dive into topics about the books, the futuristic world of Eve Dallas and Roarke and talk about "In Death" fandom. We also bring on special guests who are also fans of this series to talk about their love for the books.

On board an unstoppable train the truth of the past finally unfolds, but will it be at the expense of everyone’s life on board the deadly express? FBI agent Emma Griffin is starting to get her life back on track. But as she gets used to the changes in her career and settling into her personal life, questions about her past continue to haunt her. When a mysterious letter appears from Feathered Nest asking Emma to help, suspicion arises. She’s being lured onto the train and she doesn’t know why. But she can’t ignore it.

Handsome billionaire Marc Rochester hates the fame that comes with his infamous family's fortune. He works as a small-time veterinarian and he keeps to himself, until his best friend pushes him to compete in a supernatural competition: the shifter games. When he meets Sylvester at the race, Marc finds there may be advantages to getting out of the house after all. Can Marc take the leap to let somebody in?

Ned is tired of being underestimated. He's a motorcycle-riding dragon shifter who kicks ass and bakes a mean cheesecake. When a mission for his biker club, the Iron Claws, leads Ned to the famously promiscuous tiger shifter clan, he finds much more than he bargained for. Maya's a cunning tiger shifter and her clan's head of security. She has always defied her clan's sex-obsessed ways, but meeting handsome, sensitive Ned makes her question her cynical views. When Ned's club is attacked, Maya and Ned are thrown into a battle with deadly stakes.

Two years have passed since Jed Welch escaped the ruins of New York City. The monsters have begun vanishing from parts of the world, and rebuilding efforts are underway. Isolated communities and their militias are starting over, slowly reclaiming cities and countryside alike. Now a sergeant, Jed leads a squad providing security on Galveston Island, as they await the arrival of the first refugee ships. When a saboteur's bomb threatens everything, Jed and his people find themselves cut off from support and communication.

Zack and his team started over after being driven from the USA to an island in the Caribbean. The USA was attacked with nuclear EMP weapons and has no power. Food is in short supply. It was mid-winter when the USA was being invaded, making life in the USA questionable at best. Zack's team decided to flee the country. The island they chose is paradise, except it's run by a benevolent dictator, and they must choose between safety and freedom. Will Zack and his followers settle for safety, but lose their dignity and freedom? What can Zack do to lead his team to solve the dilemma?

Welcome to the Shifter Games! This magical competition pits shifters of all kinds against one another in a magical, dangerous, and unpredictable race to the finish. This four-book collection of stand-alone stories follows four pairs of sexy shifters as they learn, laugh, and love their way to victory.

After the harrowing trials of Emergence, Jed Welch finds himself alone in the ruins of New York City. But not all is lost. USMC Staff Sergeant Alexandra Gallegos and the two surviving members of her platoon find Jed, and together they will bring the full weight of their Marine Corps training, and mission-driven sense of vengeance, to bear upon the real monsters: human collaborators who aid the Variants at the expense of their fellow human beings.

People don't know what to expect as the rather aloof Reverend Matthews descends upon his unfamiliar parish. Nevertheless, he is welcomed with open arms. But after discovering a journal left by his predecessor, the clergyman begins to wonder what secrets lie behind the seemingly innocent lives of his congregation. The Bishop's unexpected arrival has the vicar questioning his own past and a cloud descends upon his religious beliefs, bringing chaos to both himself and the townsfolk.

Great bedtime stories for kids. Great rhymes for children. Fun for children and great for listening.

What's the saying, bad luck comes in threes? If so, Lily Green is due for something good. First, her divorce is finalized - on her birthday, no less. Then the first job she lands for her catering company turns out to be for her ex-husband's wedding. To top it off, she's stuck working the event with Luke Everett, the sexy-as-hell best man who's never been able to stand her. When can a girl catch a break? For years, Luke has kept his feelings for Lily safely hidden. Hitting on his best friend's ex-wife would definitely break the cowboy code of honor.

Katrina Pine won't let her sister's killer get away. But when her investigation nearly gets her killed, she's saved by the last person she expected: her target's son, the handsome Patrick Kaufman. She'll need to get up close and personal with Patrick to unravel the mysteries of her sister's death, but can she protect her heart? Patrick has spent his life doing what he's told. When Katrina uncovers evidence of his father's crimes, Patrick knows he has to help her find the truth. Together, they discover a secret far more sinister than anything they ever imagined.

How much of the past do you carry with you? It's a question FBI Agent Emma Griffin has dealt with throughout her career. This time is different. Months after a case brought her face to face with her own past and an unresolved disappearance that haunted her, she finds herself delving into the past of one of those closest to her. She learns about the turning moment of Dean's life and the torment that still follows him as they try to find closure for him. The investigation brings up another question possibly more difficult than the first.

Join hosts Jonathan Hockemeyer and AJ Huynh as they explore the struggles and triumphs of fascinating guests and dissect current events with a counselor's perspective. Tune in weekly for thought-provoking conversations that illuminate the human experience.

Several years after the apocalypse slow rolled over the world, chaos still rules the day. Jeff and his small group survived the gangs and slavery groups on the island but had to flee Dauphin Island for Northern Florida. Jeff, the Old Man, might be in his late 50s but is up to the challenges met while leading his group to safety and freedom. Maria and Ollie learn valuable survival skills from Jeff and teach Jeff a thing or two about living.