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Ep 248 - Will Sommer Takes us to Planet QAnon Apr 11, 2023

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QAnon - is it a conspiracy theory, or a cult, or are we saying that because we’re in on it!? Will Sommer, who literally wrote the book on Q, is here to explain this fundamentally inexplicable new belief system! And then, speaking of disinformation - your reviews of our podcast are fantastic. But can Paula manufacture convincing fakes? Take our review test!

GUEST

Will Sommer, Author of Trust the Plan: The Rise of QAnon and the Conspiracy That Unhinged America

thedailybeast.com

@willsommer

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Ron Bellamy

https://www.etowncob.org/ron-bellamy

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Ep 247 - Banning the Banners with a School Librarian! Apr 04, 2023

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This weird political climate has highlighted a class of superheroes that have been there all along. School librarians: Holding the line for truth, intellectual freedom, and a reasonably quiet working environment! Amy Hermon of School Librarians United is here to talk about the new climate of censorship and how to fight it. Plus, we finally give in to Toni’s insane demands - it’s time for another Toni’s Craft Corner!

GUEST

Amy Hermon

https://schoollibrariansunited.libsyn.com

@LMS_United

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Chris Ketcham Campbell

@chrisketcham on Instagram

https://grouphardesty.com

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Ep 246 - Your Brain In Love… with Dr. Philip Stieg Mar 28, 2023

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Love is a many-splendored thing, love is a drug, love is all you need… but what is it, really? What does love look like in your brain and body? Dr Philip Stieg is here to explain the physiological effects of Cupid’s arrow. Also, you had some strong reactions to Bonnie and Toni’s Oral Report on bras, so it’s time for “Mailbag! Boobs, Bras, and Bonnie Edition.” Or… is it?

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Dr. Philip Stieg

drphilstieg.com

@DrPhilipStieg

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Ellis Montes

@ellis.montes

@montescreations

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Ep 245 - Elaine Swann on Post-Pandemic Etiquette! Mar 21, 2023

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Of all the things Covid took from us, what we tend to ignore is our manners. How do we behave now that we haven’t HAD to behave for a couple of years? Returning champion Elaine Swann is here to school us on the niceties of niceties. Plus, for your information… it’s information! The long-awaited return of our Potluck Info Party.

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Elaine Swann

elaineswann.com

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Emily Verschoor-Kirss

emilyannevk.com

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Ep 244 - How to Vegan with Alyssa Fontaine Mar 14, 2023

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The endless dilemma for diet- and planet-conscious omnivores is this: “Okay, but I love _____! How do I replace that and still enjoy life?” Vegan nutritionist Alyssa Fontaine is here to walk us down the Garden Path. And speaking of garden paths, our own Bonnie Burns tries to green up the place with the return of “Garden Time with Captain Crinkle.” Or so she says…

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Alyssa Fontaine

alyssafontaine.com

@alyssafontainerd

facebook.com/alyssafontainerd

HOUSE BAND

Josh Honrud and the Vera Vocal Band

www.vera-vr.com

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Ep 243 - Congressional Ethics? with Paul Solis Mar 07, 2023

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“Congressional Ethics” sounds like an oxymoron, which is why Former Deputy Chief Counsel for the Office of Congressional Ethics Paul Solis’ old job is so important. And why some congressmen are trying eliminate it, naturally. He’s here to talk all about it. And after we unravel that riddle, it’s time for another round of the Poundstone Riddle Invitational - now with YOUR riddles!

GUEST

Paul Solis

Former Deputy Chief Counsel for the Office of Congressional Ethics

HOUSE BAND

Lindsay Everly

@lindsayeverly

lindsayeverly.com

Lindsay Everly - Spotify

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Ep 242 - We’d Like to Thank the Academy - No, Really! Feb 28, 2023

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The history of film is too long and deep to be captured by any one source… — plot twist! — OR IS IT!? We’ve got Randy Haberkamp, the EVP of the library and archives of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to talk about all the classic movies Adam won’t let Paula review. Plus, speaking of history, Toni and Bonnie buoy us all up when they lend their support to a particularly uplifting topic. It’s Bonnie and Toni’s Oral Report: The History of the Bra!

GUEST

Randy Haberkamp

Executive Vice President, Library, Archive and SciTech - Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Margaret Herrick Library

@TheAcademy - Twitter

@theacademy - instagram

academymuseum.org

HOUSE BAND

Matt K Evans

mattkevansmusic@gmail.com

https://www.youtube.com/@mattevans3203/videos

https://soundcloud.com/mattkevans

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Ep 241 - It’s Exactly Rocket Science Feb 21, 2023

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Actual rocket scientist Julie Zingerman is here to tell us all about how to make a graceful exit from the Earth’s atmosphere and go bang, zoom, to the moon! And then we go somewhere arguably more dangerous, as Toni Anita Hull finally hits that local watering hole - it’s Toni’s Big Bar Adventure!

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Julie Zingerman

@juliezingman

HOUSE BAND

Kevin Kelso

kelsotunes.com

@kevtunes

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Ep 240 - (Cross) Checking In with a Flight Attendant Feb 14, 2023

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What’s it like on the front lines of in-flight passenger interaction? How do you deal with the angry guy in seat 17D? Why don’t they bring on ice that’s pre-chopped? Former flight attendant/instructor David Johnson flies in to answer our questions. Plus… dim the lights, slip on something comfortable, and think of that special someone in your life… and how much he/she loves bookmarks! It’s Toni’s Craft Corner: Valentine’s Edition.

GUEST

David Johnson

Former Flight Attendant

www.drjdigitalmedia.com

HOUSE BAND

Justin Berkobien

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Ep 239 - How to Become a MacArthur Genius Feb 07, 2023

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First, we don’t officially use the term “MacArthur Genius.” Second, there’s a lot more to know about the MacArthur fellows Program, and it’s director, Marlies Carruth is here to tell us all about it! And then, speaking of genius, you, our lovable and perceptive listeners have some expert advice on how to improve our show. It’s “Mailbag! Constructive Criticism Edition.”

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Marlies Carruth

Director of the MacArthur Fellows Program at the John D. & Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, recognizing exceptionally creative and inspiring individuals for more than 40 years. Learn more about the MacArthur Fellowship Program at macfound.org/fellows

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Tim Crump

www.saccomedyspot.com/calendar

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