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Ok Stupid

Caroline Doyle and Emily Kob

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Love experts/lotharios Caroline Doyle (featured in nytimes for seducing 50 men in one night) and Emily Kob (had first kiss in college) want to help ur sad sack single ass get laid with the help of a unique FOOLPROOF algorithm. Listen along as we match our friends and wingman their first date. looking for love or some shoddy approximation of it that will last for 1-3 years before leaving you bereft and broken? ok, stupid.
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Writer-director Bob Byington and actor Jason Schwartzman discuss 7 Chinese Brothers. The quirky comedy centers on Larry (Schwartzman), an inebriated sad sack who has a dog for a best friend and relies on his grandmother for financial support. But when fate lands him a job at a Quick Lube, he falls for his boss and begins to turn his life around.
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Sara Barron (Live at the Apollo; Would I Lie to You?) and husband Geoff Lloyd (Reasons to Be Cheerful; Absolute Radio, BBC Radio 5 Live) attempt to answer the biggest question of our time: Are you watching anything good at the moment? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Library Game

The Library Game

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Love reading but hate making decisions? Hate reading and prefer for two completely unqualified critics to fill you in instead? Just generally stuck in a reading rut? Paradoxically all three? This podcast is for you. Join us in letting the universe decide our literary fates, leading us down paths we’d never choose on our own. It’s a journey to broaden our tastes and horizons and you never know where we might end up. Whether it’s a western, mystery, romance or sci-fi, the results are sometimes ...
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Are you letting your past define your future? Are you feeling stuck in the present and worrying about how you can make a switch in your life? Do you want to pivot in your career or launch a new business? The My Simplified Life Podcast is tackling all of these questions and more! Each episode is filled with life lessons, stories and experiences filled with humor, reality, and inspiring takeaways. We are covering career switches, motherhood, work life balance, starting your own business and wh ...
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The Wizards of Drivel is an independent podcast devoted to Stoke City FC. Every week, we look at everything that's happening at the club with a mix of regular hosts and special guests. We also produce regular special episodes on the weird and wonderful history of The Potters.
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Geeky UK chat and banter that covers the main stream to the down right weird. Join the Empire of Geek to talk about, Comics, artists, films, Sci-Fi, Fantasy and down right strange stuff that your mother would not approve of. We also discuss up coming events and conventions for the UK. Strap on your clock work time pants and come battle the forces of banal with the Empire today!
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Thank you all for coming, and thanks to all who have supported Sara through her recent health nonsense. This week, we attend the RECNY with the man, the legend, Jesse Armstrong. ** Surprise Jesse Retirement Announcement ** So sorry about the butter, guys. Excusing you, but we didn't ask for editorial comment: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Thank…
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View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize We're back for TPP 153 and Lady Gaga takes centre stage in the Joker sequel, what are they doing - why are they doing it - and how much singing is in it. The Killer's Game is the latest John Wick wannabe and it looks fun, unless you're someone who is not capable of having fun, li…
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We close out season 2 with Addlands by Tom Bullough. It's a pace change from the madcap adventures of previous books, a slowdown to help ease us into the break. Will it continue the trends we've seen so far this season with romance and the search for immortality and, most importantly, are date rape drugs involved? You'll have to listen to find out.…
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Do not listen on a 12-hour drive with your grandpa. No music, no chatting. Keep your mind on the driving. Or find an economics podcast he likes to shout at. Buy Succession - The Scripts: https://www.faber.co.uk/product-category/non-fiction/film/screenplays/succession-the-scripts/ Send us one miserable letter: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Fund …
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In this solo episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac emphasizes the importance of conducting thorough research before voting in elections, particularly at the local level. She shares her personal process for evaluating candidates, highlighting the significance of understanding endorsements and having meaningful conversations about pol…
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Hello! This week, we're transatlantic, like a pair of Freddie Laker mother-effers. Sara is in the suburbs of Chicago, and wants to be left alone. Geoff is in Stoke Newington, and wishes he wasn't being left alone. Somehow, remarkably, we can watch the same TV. What an era. Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Keep us: https://www.patreon.com…
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac is joined by author Raz Tal Schenirer to discuss her debut novel, Where Love Lies. Raz shares her journey from participating in beauty pageants to serving in the Israeli army and how these experiences shaped her writing. The conversation explores the themes of toxic relationships, person…
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Hey hey hey, my people! Time for another peep through our (smeared) window into the mind behind 'Succession', Jesse Armstrong. We wouldn't say he's the man, but if there were a man - hypothetically - he might look a lot like Jesse. This week, it's episode 3, 'Lifeboats', and a trio of major players enter the stage: Sandy Furness, Stewy Hosseini and…
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In this episode of "My Simplified Life," host Michelle Glogovac interviews Jonathan Conyers, a respiratory therapist, author, and co-founder of the Brooklyn Debate League. Jonathan shares his incredible life journey, from his challenging childhood in New York City to becoming a successful professional and author. He discusses his memoir, I Wasn't S…
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Hey, hey we're The Monkees, and people say we monkey around! For clarity: We're not The Monkees, and people seldom say we monkey around. This week we get on board with: a) The gourd b) 'Industry'. OR DO WE? (We're hopeful this isn't another 'The Bear' situation.) We also attend a local event, which displeases the family convalescent. See you on Fri…
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This week, in a special report from the British Film Institute’s Blake’s 7 Series 1 (don’t you mean Series A?) screening, Si and Pete are joined by Zoe Baker, Dan Hollingsworth, Mark Dodyk, Tom Newsom, Ben Jolley, and David Gillespie-Pratt to discuss remastered episodes, new special effects, and Blake’s RADA cum face in HD!…
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Hello! I apologise if my bell summoned you. It's FireCrotch & Normcore here, with another funky chowder! The rewatch with our dear acquaintance Jesse Armstrong continues with season 1, episode 2, Shit Show at the Fuck Factory. Dear Jesse, talk me through your feelings on titles? Am I thinking about it too much? Like the people who thought all the o…
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac talks with Katie Prentiss, a multi-hyphenate creative who shares her journey from being a photographer to becoming an actor and filmmaker. Katie discusses how she stumbled into acting, her experience making her first film, and the importance of telling stories that resonate. She also del…
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Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens and Staten! From the Battery to the top of Manhattan! It's the perspicacious Firecrotch & Normcore reporting for duty, and we are back at the beginning of all things with THE CREATOR, Jesse Armstrong. In the first of our week-by-week rewatches, we establish a dynamic that says 'I respect you, but I'm not awed by you.' And th…
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Exciting times, it's all ahead of us this week: Sara's tonsillectomy and our new episode-by-episode Succession rewatch with Jesse D Armstrong. In the light of the above, this is the first of our revamped/devamped episodes: One luxury-lengthed watch, and your correspondence. No rush, we're on island time. See you on Friday WITH JESSE! State your vie…
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In this solo episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac celebrates the fifth anniversary of her podcast. She reflects on her journey, the valuable lessons learned, and the incredible relationships built through podcasting. Michelle shares how the podcast has become a vital part of her life, both as a personal legacy and a means of connec…
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Hey nerds! We go fast and hard this week with the brilliant and hilarious Phil Wang to discuss his new Netflix special, Wang in There, Baby! Plus: More Everest obsession from you know who, more Scandi drama from you know who, and someone (we're not naming names) embarrasses herself in the environs of a West End musical. Write to us: fuckoff@firecro…
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, Mary Jones, the author of the short story collection The Goodbye Process, shares her journey as a writer and her deep love for short stories. Mary discusses the inspiration behind her work, the challenges of writing short stories, and how her background in psychology has influenced her writing. She also delves…
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It's too early to talk about gourds, right? We hold on to the last vestiges of summer by immersing ourselves in Nantucket's Perfect Couple. (Is Sara the only one watching and thinking about how Nicole Kidman's Hollywood bestie is Naomi Watts, and Naomi Watts is also Liev Schreiber's ex-wife, and Liev Schreiber is playing Nicole Kidman's husband? An…
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac speaks with author Ava Dellaira about her journey in writing and the personal experiences that have shaped her latest novel, Exposure. Ava shares insights into the writing process, the themes explored in her book, and how real-life events and emotions are woven into her storytelling. The…
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Hello, we back on our sofa in front of the telly after all our summer "specials", and we have news. Seismic news. >9 on the Richter Scale* Also, this week's interview was recorded at our first ever festival appearance. It's trailblazing comedian Josie Long, recorded live at End of the Road 2024. Spoiler alert: We didn't take the brown acid. Communi…
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, Liz Alterman, a long-time journalist and author, joins the conversation to share her journey from media professional to published author. Liz discusses her experience of being laid off alongside her husband, navigating unemployment, and ultimately channeling her experiences into writing her memoir, Sad Sacked.…
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While Sara re-adjusts to civilian life post-Edinburgh, it's everyone's favourite kind of episode: A CLIP SHOW! Only the finest pickings from the past year-and-change of interviews, though. PLUS: How Sara's Fringe ended. AND: An unlikely hero emerges. WARNING: Contains potentially offensive accents. Editor-at-large: Annabel Port Email us: fuckoff@fi…
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, Michelle Glogovac sits down with James Rhee, an entrepreneur, educator, and author of Red Helicopter. They discuss James' unique journey, his philosophy on kindness and leadership, and the transformative story behind his work at Ashley Stewart. James shares personal anecdotes and insights highlighting the impo…
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After a decade, Amy is finally forced to read Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan in this special Read This Coward episode. She gains some valuable insights along the way, like her unlikely kinship with the boob guy and her own propensity for joining a cult.بقلم The Library Game
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Our final episode semi-recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe 2024, and Sara thinks it's the 2nd best interview we've ever done. Geoff is more circumspect about making those kind of statements, but you're in for a treat: Comedian Matt Forde talks about his new show "The End of an Era Tour', and this tumultuous past year of his life. Plus, if you're here …
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac sits down with Hitha Palepu, author of We're Speaking: The Life Lessons of Kamala Harris. Hitha shares her journey of writing the book, her admiration for Kamala Harris, and the challenges and triumphs she experienced along the way. The conversation touches on the importance of role mode…
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It's the second of our summer specials where we talk TV with the most dazzling comedians at this year's Edinburgh Fringe. Today, it's Pierre Novellie. This guy has standup as good as Seinfeld, and he has just published a truly, genuinely we-mean-it brilliant book about receiving an autism diagnosis at the age of thirty-one. Plus America's sweethear…
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In this solo episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac shares her thoughts on the upcoming election and emphasizes the importance of kindness, empathy, and effective communication. She discusses several books that have inspired her, offering valuable insights into leadership, finding your voice, anti-racism, civic engagement, and storyt…
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Sara's at the Edinburgh Fringe - or is she? So, it's the first of our summer specials where we talk TV with the festival's most dazzling comedians. Today, it's Jessie Cave. We loved her previous Edinburgh show, Sunrise, and she's back at the Fringe with *two* shows, An Ecstatic Display and a work-in-progress with her partner/ex (delete as applicabl…
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In this solo episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac shares her journey of being featured in the Costco Connection Magazine. Michelle reflects on her long career in corporate aviation, her transition to podcasting, and the importance of patience and perseverance in achieving one's goals. She encourages listeners to give themselves gra…
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Summer vibes, everyone! SUMMER VIBES. We're bridging out of usual vibes into summer vibes. We spoke this week to HOLLYWOOD INSIDER Mark Monroe, about being Hollywood's go-to documentary doctor. You'll be unsurprised to hear we think he really liked us. Plus chat on living separately - we're not divorced, but have we mentioned Sara's up in Edinburgh…
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Sara is deep in Edinburgh Fringe preparation, so it's a basic bitch episode: You'll get our guest, you'll get your email, then we're OUT. Not that our guest is a basic bitch, she's a real lady (like Easy V, who doesn't come for free.) She is Camilla Whitehill, creator of Channel 4's 'Big Mood'. Be Sara's penpal while she's away in Edinburgh: fuckof…
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For the first time in forty-five years, Sara watched football. Despite how momentous this was, she was forbidden from using the experience for her Quick Watch. Instead, she did what all good women do when their husbands TRY TO CONTROL THEM: a pivot to Rashida Jones. Also we talk to the laser-sharp and truly hilarious Michelle de Swarte, whose new s…
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Happy one-year anniversary to They Like to Watch! To celebrate, we completely forgot until our sweetest listener emailed to remind us. We visit the Sperm Kings, as a couple, but then go our separate ways for Nordic Noir and Rylan Clark. Try to guess who chose what. We also talk to the truly hilarious Amy Gledhill about her excellent Blap - BLAP! - …
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac interviews Steve Hoffman, a tax preparer turned memoirist. Steve shares his unique dual career, how he transitioned from language and literature studies to tax preparation, and his family's adventurous decision to move to a small village in southern France. His recent memoir, A Season fo…
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Season three of The Bear has dropped, and Geoff has recused himself on grounds of vegetarianism. So, it's a V.S.E. (very special episode) with a V.S.G. (very special guest). Who could it be? Press play to find out. How was your meal?: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Service not included: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCH Your server is: Ann…
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, Michelle Glogovac is joined by Sarah Ezrin, author of The Yoga of Parenting, long-time yoga educator, and maternal mental health advocate. Sarah shares her journey from working in the movie business to becoming a yoga teacher after discovering yoga at age 19 and finding it life-changing. She talks about the ph…
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Excuse the lack of episode notes, we're on our way out to a thing. Maybe we'll tell you about it. You're going to love Daf, though. INBOX: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com MONEYBOX: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCH BRAINBOX: Annabel Port Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Things take a bit of a zany turn in this episode on You Have a Friend in 10A by Maggie Shipstead. Will you join the She-Woman Man-Haters club or will you identify with poop guy? (Please don't identify with poop guy.) Most of all, help us answer the question: Who hurt you, Maggie? P.S. - It's 33.بقلم The Library Game
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, Michelle Glogovac discusses the topic of living life to its fullest with guest Jodi Wellman, author of You Only Die Once. They explore the concept of mortality as a motivator to pursue what truly matters and to stop tolerating things that don't bring joy or value to our lives. What we’re talking about The conc…
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