Novedades

A special Moth Radio Hour in celebration of PRIDE! Stories of first kisses, drag queens, and coming out -- to others and to oneself. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller Alistair Bane. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Meg Ferrill comes out to her complicated father. A raucous party ends up being illuminating for Bisi Alimi. Bethany Cintron yearns to go to the Pride Parade. Jake Haller finds himself a complicated relationship with labels. Walter Cole describes his storied six decade career as a drag queen. Podcast # 719 To...

I didn’t set out to be naked. Not in life, not at that party, not in front of seventeen strangers and a suspiciously muscular cat named Pico. But here we are. Fully unclothed. Figuratively and very, very literally. Let me back up. It all started with a house party. Tanya, my best friend-slash-frenemy-slash-twin flame in chaos, had invited me to “a chill gathering of like-minded free spirits” which should have been my first red flag. If you ever hear Tanya say “chill,” what she actually means is: there will be nakedness, someone will vomit in a potted plant, and Susan will ...

There’s a saying that’s attributed to the Dalai Lama: in the practice of tolerance, one’s enemy is the best teacher. It’s a nice idea. But when people don’t share our values, it’s hard for us to tolerate theirs. This week, we bring you a favorite episode with sociologist Robb Willer. We discuss the common mistakes we make in trying to persuade others of our point of view — and how to break out of our echo chambers. Then, Kenji Yoshino answers your questions about how we hide our true selves.In this week’s show, you’ll learn:*What’s happening in our minds when we’re trying...

***Ain't no spice here. This is a kisses-only romcom*** I’m teamed up with a man I hate on a scoop that could be my Big Break. Years ago, Blake McGregor sabotaged my career, robbing me of the interview that would change my life. Absolute humiliation. Comically, on the long drive to our assignment, I eventually recognize my nemesis sitting beside me. But tragically, the penny drops only after I begin to catch feelings for my back-stabbing cameraman. I grit my teeth and focus on the brief: report the story about Boston Bullets’ bad boy for News Breaks International, then get back to base ...

A book in which I lose my bikini bottom, find my true self, and accidentally traumatize a pizza delivery guy So here we are. You, probably clothed. Me, writing this from a lawn chair in my backyard with absolutely zero fabric between me and this sticky vinyl seat. Yes, it’s hot. Yes, my butt is lightly suctioned. And yes, I’m still going to sit here and tell you the gospel truth: being naked is the most freeing thing I’ve ever done in my life, next to breaking up with Chad the Tax Guy who thought wearing Crocs during sex was sexy. (It wasn’t.) Now, before you start imagining some ...

Dive into a magical behind-the-scenes journey with the cast and creative team of The Little Mermaid, now running at Paper Mill Playhouse through June 29th! This special bonus episode takes you inside the rehearsal room and onstage with the artists who are reimagining the classic Disney tale with heart, humor, and fresh perspective. From the emotional depth of the parent-child relationship to the physical challenges of portraying life under the sea, this production brings new layers to a story we all thought we knew. Hear from director/choreographer Joanne Hunter on how she approached the story...

Okay, so first things first. If you’re reading this book with your pants still on, don’t worry. I’m not here to shame your jeans. This is a judgment-free, jiggle-friendly zone. That said, by Chapter 3, I hope those pants are on the floor and you're reading this in your full, glorious birthday suit with your partner right beside you—possibly also naked, possibly eating string cheese. We don't judge the journey, just the cheese choices. Now, let me introduce myself. I’m Kristin. I’m 38, full of opinions, occasionally full of tequila, and most recently, full of joy because I found ...

Introduction: From the Desk of Mr. Dill Pickles (Your Resident Feline Genius) Congratulations, human. You've done something right once in your life! You're holding the definitive guide to life, courtesy of me, Mr. Dill Pickles. Yes, that Mr. Dill Pickles. Feline extraordinaire. Wisdom dispenser. Nap enthusiast. Tuna connoisseur. And now, apparently, author. You might be wondering, “What qualifies a cat to give life advice?” First of all, rude. Second, have you seen your species lately? You're overworked, under-rested, glued to glowing rectangles, and you willingly eat kale. Clearly, ...

So here’s the thing nobody tells you when you decide to take up naked yoga: the mats are cold, your boobs have opinions, and if you’re even slightly gassy, you're playing a high-stakes game of Russian roulette with every twist and fold. And yet, here I am, thirty-eight years old, moderately flexible, wildly underqualified, and completely nude, doing downward dog next to a man named Chip whose testicles appear to have seen some things. Enlightenment? Maybe. Hemorrhoids? Also maybe. I wasn’t always like this. I mean, I’ve always been a little bit unhinged, but nudity used to be ...

To tell Larry Charles's life story is to tell the story of modern American comedy. Over the last 40 years, few comedians have been a part of so many iconic, beloved projects. Larry was one of the original writers and producers on the first five seasons of Seinfeld, directed over 20 episodes each of Curb Your Enthusiasm and Entourage, and served as the showrunner for Mad About You. His film directing credits include Borat, Bruno, and The Dictator, Bill Maher’s Religulous, and Bob Dylan’s Masked and Anonymous. In Comedy Samurai, Charles pulls back the curtain.

Roger Ebert, the famed film writer and critic, wrote biweekly essays for a feature called "The Great Movies," in which he offered a fresh and fervent appreciation of a great film. The Great Movies Collection features two hundred of these essays, each one of them a gem of critical appreciation and an amalgam of love, analysis, and history that will send listeners back to that film with a fresh set of eyes and renewed enthusiasm–or perhaps to an avid first-time viewing.

As the title suggests, Squid Game: All the Comments I’d be Making If I Were Sitting on the Couch Right Next to You Watching TV (and a bit of a summary) provides a summary of and comments on the insanely popular Netflix show Squid Game. Yup. I’m one of those people who just does not shut up while watching stuff. While thought and some research went into the commentary, it is meant to be enjoyable and occasionally funny. What this is not is an academic treatise. But hopefully it will provide some entertainment and further insights into Squid Game! Where appropriate, there is some ...

A vivid and intricate study of dance music traditions that reveals the many contradictions of being Syrian in the 21st century Dabke, one of Syria's most beloved dance music traditions, is at the center of the country's war and the social tensions that preceded conflict. Drawing on almost two decades of ethnographic, archival, and digital research, Shayna M. Silverstein shows how dabke dance music embodies the fraught dynamics of gender, class, ethnicity, and nationhood in an authoritarian state. Fraught Balance: The Embodied Politics of Dabke Dance Music in Syria (Wesleyan UP, 2024) ...

This week the lassies discuss the relentlessness of being yourself, being punched in the face and how Speakeasy's are still a thing ... kind of Like, share, and subscribe to @materialgirlcomedyMake sure to check out:Material Girl Podcast https://linktr.ee/materialgirlcomedyMaterial Girl Live shows https://linktr.ee/materialgirlcomedyMaterial Girl Newsletter https://substack.com/@materialgirlcomedyFollow Susan Riddell & Amanda Dwyer & Material Girl on socials:@susanriddellcomedian https://linktr.ee/susrid@amandadwyerrlolYou can follow Material Girl on Instagram and TikTok for clips, news and ...

"Enter the Hilarious World of 'Archie Andrews': Radio's Teenage Trailblazer" Voiced by the talented Bob Hastings, Archie Andrews epitomizes the quintessential American teenager, juggling school, friendships, and the perpetual chaos of adolescence. Alongside his pals, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, and the rest of the gang, each episode is a delightful exploration of teenage antics, misunderstandings, and the timeless humor that comes with growing up. This episode was originally broadcast October 19th, 1946 on NBC Radio.

Lum still seeks a worthy manuscript for his new publishing house, and Abner frets over the bills of the Jot ‘Em Down store. We find them in the store, reading…

Settle in for the most thorough episode ever created on the story of hip hop and street dance in New Zealand. The Genesis: Early 1980s – 1990sThe “cultural explosion” of breaking in early 1980s Aotearoa—and its rapid embrace by Māori and Pasifika youth.The legendary "Bob-Olympics" eventsVisionaries shaping the scene:Mika Haka: transforming Christchurch’s youth with "colored crew lockers", investing in emerging leaders, and establishing Torotoro & the Mika Haka Foundation.The arrival of self-taught pioneers:Taupuhi Toki (Bboy Papa Smurf): co-founds ISM (Instance Movement) with Awa ...

Today’s poem is To be of use by Marge Piercy.The Slowdown is currently taking a break. We’ll be back soon with new episodes from a new host. This week, we’re going back into the archive to revisit Tracy K. Smith’s time as host. Today’s episode was originally released on September 2, 2020. In this episode, Tracy writes… “I am alive in 21st Century America. I have a voice. Let it serve as a corrective to the violent and reckless power that stands against the force of love.”Celebrate the power of poems with a gift to The Slowdown today. Every donation makes a difference: https://...

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From the ballrooms of the '80s to the front lines of Pride, Madonna has stood with the queer community, but why exactly is she such a gay icon?In this special Pride Month episode, we explore Madonna’s decades-long relationship with LGBTQ+ people: the music, the activism, the controversies, and the undeniable influence. We dive into voguing and “Truth or Dare,” AIDS activism and Dance-a-thons, the Stonewall speech, GLAAD awards, lawsuits, and more. We don’t shy away from the messy parts, but we also give the Queen her flowers.Is she a savior? A thief? A symbol? A sister?Or maybe all ...