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A talkative New Yorker corrals a writer at a cocktail party and forces him to listen to the story of her life. A co-production with the National Jewish Theater. Recorded before a live audience at Chicago’s Guest Quarters Suite Hotel in July 1992.

Kenneth Branagh stars in BBC Radio 4's ambitious eight-hour dramatisation of Life and Fate, Vasily Grossman's epic masterpiece set during the Battle of Stalingrad. This powerful work, completed in 1960, charts the fate of both a nation and a family in the turmoil of war. Its comparison of Stalinism with Nazism was considered by Soviet authorities to be so dangerous that the KGB placed the manuscript under arrest and Grossman was informed his book would not be published for at least 200 years.

The stars have cursed us all. After the devastating events at Zodiac Academy, we have to deal with this hollow reality we're faced with. Lionel seeks to destroy us, the Nymphs seek to destroy the entire Fae race, and between all of it, we have to try and survive each day and prove our worth in this forsaken place. I'm afraid of everything falling apart, but it looks like it already has. Death lurks around every corner, and it wants to claim me and my sister. But together, we will overcome the darkness that seeks to defeat us.

A collection of The Slavic Literature Pod's daily episodes covering Vasily Grossman's novel Life and Fate chapter-by-chapter. Episodes have been moved here from our main feed for clarity.Information about the series can be found on our website: https://slaviclitpod.com/lifeandfate24/

One choice became two heartbeats. Two children became a destiny. And destiny refused to let go. Ethan sought a future secured, not a journey rewritten. Surrogacy gave him Mia and Oliver—light in small bodies—but also shadows he never dared to face. Lily was meant to disappear like a whispered promise… yet fate carried her back. Now mother, father, and the twins born of circumstance are bound by something deeper than blood— a quiet pull, a healing ache, a love written long before any of them knew its name.

Dive into Cenydd Moruss captivating reimagining of the Mabinogion, the monumental work of Welsh literature first recorded in the 12th-13th century. Crafted during his time with the Theosophical Society in California, Morus seeks to revive the ancient Gods he believed had faded from the written accounts, yet lingered in the rich oral traditions of the Druid bards. Originally published in 1914 and later reissued in the 1970s as the 15th volume of the esteemed Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library, this retelling is a journey into the heart of myth and legend. - Summary by Phil Benson

Zadig, ou La Destinée, is a renowned novel penned by the French Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire in 1747. Set in ancient Babylonia, it follows the adventures of Zadig, a philosopher navigating a world rife with challenges that mirror the social and political issues of Voltaires time. While the narrative is not historically precise, it delves into profound philosophical themes, portraying human existence as governed by an uncontrollable destiny. The tale explores the concepts of religious and metaphysical orthodoxy, as Voltaire boldly critiques these ideas through the transformative journey ...

Fate's Wide Wheel explores the Quantum Leap universe - from its beginning in 1989 to the new series launched in 2022. Whether you're a long-time or new fan, welcome to our show.

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We're three women who chat about our favorite pop culture fandoms and how we relate to them. What we talk about varies every week! What will we talk about next? We decide! Subscribe or follow us on your favorite podcast listening app! For more about us and our show, check out our website: www.threefatesdecide.com.

Un podcast cu cititori binedispuși, despre cărți de ficțiune. ● Gazdele podcastului Față/Verso: ● Simina Popa, traducătoare și organizatoare de proiecte culturale. Limba portugheză este un partener stabil în viața ei profesională. Traduce autori de limbă portugheză din 2007, încercând să continue la același standard munca generațiilor anterioare de traducători. Este membră a ARTLIT – Asociația Română a Traducătorilor Literari, unde organizează discuții publice între traducători. În proiectele culturale la care ia parte, caută să crească numărul ...

The lot of a younger son was less assured than his older brother in days gone by. It was worse for his descendant, especially if he wanted to marry above his means. Such is the case for young Ralph Woodhall. He is a scholar, but is not attracted by the usual professions. He wishes to make his name -- and fortune -- and win the hand of his love, Margaret. On a whim, the couple visit an astrologer, who tells them that, although there are many trials ahead, happiness will eventually be theirs. With this in mind, Ralph sets out on his adventures. - Summary by LynneT

La fata dei dentini

Two Hannibal virgins and one hyperfixated mega nerd chat about the show, one episode at a time, to discuss their experiences, do a little media analysis, and giggle over queerness, cannibal jokes and Will Graham’s boxers.

Embark on a chilling journey with the Donner Party, a group of American settlers driven by the 1840s westering fever towards California. Stranded in the Sierra Nevada during the harsh winter of 1846–1847, the emigrants faced unimaginable choices, with some resorting to cannibalism. While this gruesome aspect has become an infamous hallmark of the Donner Party, it was but a small part of their harrowing plight. The author, merely 4 years old at the time, provides a first-hand account of the journey and subsequent rescue efforts. The latter part of the book offers poignant reminiscences of...

Altered fates is a podcast about turning points and how we choose to navigate them. In each episode a guest describes a moment in their lives where events conspired to instigate change and propel them forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podiobook: As originally heard on the Dragon Page Wingin' It! Podcast: Duel of the Fates assembles highly diverse, iconic combatants from across the wide universe of speculative fiction and pits them head-to-head in meaningless contests of 5 silly categories. Hear! An exhibition duel between Darth Vader vs. Gandalf! Witness! Another exhibition of, um, something, between Molly (from Neuromancer) and Batman! Behold! The bracketed 8-character elimination tournament! 1) Tomi (from Spherical Tomi)2) Spider-Man3) Captain James T. Kirk4) Ash (from Evil Dead)5) Godzilla6) Starbuck from the ...

Taylor Swift Show Girl The Fate of Ophelia – with Roxie Rush is a three-part deep dive into the poetic and powerful storytelling of Taylor Swift’s The Fate of Ophelia from her album The Life of a Showgirl. Hosted by Roxie Rush, the dazzlingly fast-talking gossip queen with a flair for pop philosophy, the series unpacks how Swift reimagines Shakespeare’s tragic heroine as a voice of strength, self-authorship, and rebirth. Across three episodes, Roxie connects music, myth, and modern femininity in a whirlwind of wit, emotion, and cultural insight — proving that even tragedy can sparkle ...

Two in the box, ready to go! After two glorious seasons, it's time for a change. The West Midlands Ghostbusters are mixing things up for Season 3 of Fate, Luck & Karma as they talk not just about their favourite movie series, but also wander dangerously close to the etheric plane, and then quickly come back again when realising they're very much out of their depth. Hosted by Dean, Theo, Jay and friends, and recorded live in the home of metal music, Ozzy Osbourne and the Peaky Blinders - the West Midlands, UK. In Season 3 of Fate, Luck & Karma, expect even more geek culture content, movie ...

Mirages, mystères, promesses, présages, empreintes, souvenirs : le festival Fata Morgana ouvrira ses portes au printemps 2022 au Jeu de Paume. D’ici là, 6 épisodes vous proposent de suivre une partie des artistes qui en feront partie. Comment elles ou ils travaillent, se projettent, se racontent. Un podcast de Clara Schulmann. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.