Enthusiastic conversations about books with friends! Hosts Becca and Victoria ask their very cool guests to recommend any book or written work that they want to talk about, we then read and talk about it. Pretty simple right?
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The Innocence Project London (IPL) is a pro bono organisation where students work with lawyers and academics to deconstruct claims of innocence from convicted individuals who have exhausted the criminal appeals process, with the aim of submitting applications to the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) .
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A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens with B+V
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B+V celebrate Christmas in July by discussing the most well known Christmas ghost story, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. It's both funnier and spookier than anticipated! Listen in and cool off with a little unseasonable Christmas cheer. Early in the episode we mention the book Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body …
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Instructions by Neil Gaiman with Caroline Stine
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In this episode B+V get instructed on how to survive a fairy tale via the incredible book Instructions by Neil Gaiman, thanks to the also incredible Caroline Stine. Caroline is the manager at Blue Marble Books in Ft Thomas KY, one of the oldest children's books stores in the country, if you find yourself in the area you should check it out, tis a m…
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Cloud Atlas by: David Mitchell with Zach Moning
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In this episode B+V talk with their new friend Zach about Cloud Atlas by: David Mitchell and get extremely hyped to dive into some of Mr. Mitchell's other works in the future. If you'd like to support the arts in Cincinnati and the wonderful work that Zach does with Artswave for our artistic community consider donating at artswave.org/give Our them…
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Our Town by: Thornton Wilder with Victoria Aslanides
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In this episode B+V discuss polarizing play, Our Town, by: Thornton Wilder in celebration of Victoria's birthday month! Content warning for language and brief mention of suicide related to the content of the play. Our theme music was composed by James Allen, for more of their work go to jamesallencomposer.com Follow us on instagram for updates, ann…
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Itchy Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil by: Alex Aniel with Patrick Earl Phillips
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In this Episode B+V chat with Patrick Earl Phillips, actor, dad, and of course Resident Evil fan about the creation of the Resident Evil franchise and development, each of their relationships to the game and games generally and about why in the world this book is called "Itchy Tasty"! Thanks for listening, for updates and such follow us on Instagra…
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The Song of Achilles by: Madeline Miller with Emily Bush
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B+V are joined by their very cool friend, Emily to discuss The Song of Achilles by: Madeline Miller. This beautiful story feels like wandering through the Greece of myth and legend and you should totally read it. Tangents in this episode include casting critiques of the movie Troy and a debate about the sexiest fruit (but we mostly stay on topic) C…
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17776, What football will look like in the future By: Jon Bois with Scott Danielson
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In this episode B and V talk with their very cool friend (who also happens to be B's husband), Scott about,17776 or What football will look like in the future, By: Jon Bois. This story is heartfelt and existentially intense often at the same time and we cannot recommend it enough. We will be screaming HEY! read this! about it for a very long time. …
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Parable of the Sower by: Octavia E. Butler with Becca Schall
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Another Becca joins B and V to talk about Sci fi classic, Parable of the Sower by: Octavia E. Butler! This story takes us on a journey through a collapsing America in the form of journal entries from a teenage girl in southern California. Her keen observational skills and desire to survive help keep her a step ahead of the ever changing landscape o…
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The Truth is a Cave in the Black Mountains by: Neil Gaiman with B&V
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It's October! In honor of (my) Becca's birthday month and spooky season I chose The Truth is a Cave in the Black Mountains by: Neil Gaiman for our discussion. Join us for a trek through the Scottish (ish) mountains and all the mysteries that lie within this captivating story! Follow us on Instagram: @heyreadthispod Our theme music was composed by J…
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Ohio Exoneree Dean Gillispie and his partner Pam Sidley
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In this special episode for Wrongful Conviction Day Dean and Pam talk about the impact of Dean's wrongful conviction and how in the process of fighting for his compensation he had to re-live the traumatic trial.De către Louise Hewitt
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Station Eleven by: Emily St. John Mandel with Jordan Trovillion
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Our good friend Jordan Trovillion said Hey! read Station Eleven by: Emily St. John Mandel, so we did. This book (and discussion) had us laughing, crying, sighing and waxing poetic about the beauty of everyday life and the mundanity of life in extraordinary times. Join us and definitely pick up a copy of Station Eleven! Warning! This episode contain…
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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas By: Hunter S. Thompson with Loren Hayes
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In this Episode Loren takes B and V on a "Savage Journey to the heart of the American Dream" as we discuss Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson. Content warning Language discussions of drug use discussion of sexual violence Thank you so much to Loren for joining us! Follow Loren on the socials @indomitablelulu Follow our show on ins…
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Christmas in July! Christmas Victorian Ghost Stories with B and V
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In this episode B and V try to beat the summer heat by celebrating Christmas in July! B asked V to read some selections from The Valancourt Book of Victorian Christmas Ghost Stories Volume Three in honor of the occasion. Conversation includes cozyness, creepyness, and curiosity about why ghosts aren't haunting rich people like they used to? Follow …
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The Dead Romantics by: Ashley Poston w/ Lauren B. Leigh
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In this episode Becca and Victoria catch up with actor, writer, voice over artist, and all around wonderful human Lauren B. Leigh to chat about The Dead Romantics, a novel by: Ashley Poston. This episode deals with love, loss, ghosts, sexy forearms, and a whole lot more! Our theme music was composed by James Allen, for more of their work go to Jame…
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7. Rachel's Pick: The Shining by: Stephen King
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This month Becca and Victoria discuss The Shining by: Stephen King with friend, Rachel Burson. This book and consequently the discussion about it contains quite a few dark and distressing topics, as any good horror story does, but for your own comfort please note the content warnings below. violence spousal abuse child abuse racism sexism language …
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6. Victoria's (BIRTHDAY) Pick: The Presence of Absence a Novel by: Simon Van Booy
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In this episode Becca and Victoria discuss The Presence of Absence a Novel by: Simon Van Booy and wish Victoria a very happy Birthday month! Tangents abound and spoilers ensue but don't let that stop you from listening or more importantly picking up a copy of this book for yourself! As always, thanks to James Allen for their work on our theme music…
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Lidia Stoica: Working on the Innocence Project London
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Bethany Howell: Why innocence work is so important to me
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Criminology caseworkers: Zara Ruzic and Daniella Georgiou
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IPL student casework: Iida-Lotta Suonenlahti
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IPL student casework: Scarlett Newman
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5. Rae's Pick: Selections from Welcome to the Monkey House, By: Kurt Vonnegut
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In this episode we discuss four short stories from Kurt Vonnegut's collection, Welcome to the Monkey House. Just to keep it confusing the titular story is not one we discuss. We get into the weeds of Harrison Bergeron, Who and I This Time, Ready to Unwear, and EPICAC. If you are worried about spoilers for sixty year old short stories, probably don'…
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4. Lisa's Pick: Laziness Does Not Exist by: Devon Price, Ph.D.
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Becca and Victoria sit down with Lisa DeRoberts to discuss Laziness Does Not Exist by: Devon Price, Ph.D. Join us as we learn about the Laziness Lie and discuss the usefulness of self help literature in our own lives. As always a big thanks to James Allen for our theme music, find more of their work at Jamesallencomposer.com…
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0. Hey! Introductions. or What even is this?
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Hey there! Becca and Victoria here, chatting a bit about what this podcast even is and how the idea came about. Thanks for dropping by, hope you stick around! -B + V Our theme music was composed by James Allen, you can find more of their work at jamesallencomposer.comDe către Becca Howell and Victoria Aslanides
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The impact of wrongful convictions
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This episode hears from the family member of an IPL client, telling of the impact a wrongful conviction has on the family left behind.De către Louise Hewitt
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3. Samantha's Pick: Finding Me: A Memoir, by: Viola Davis
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In this episode Samantha Russell joins Becca and Victoria to discuss Finding Me: A Memoir, By: Viola Davis. The conversation flows from deep tragedy to joyful laughter and touches on the life lived in between, as you will find this book does as well. As always join us for the journey and pick up a copy of this wonderful read if you haven't already!…
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2. Becca's pick: The Van Gogh Cafe by: Cynthia Rylant
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Becca and Victoria enthusiastically chat about a book pulled from the recesses of Becca's childhood, The Van Gogh Cafe by: Cynthia Rylant. This book is brimming with magic and poetry and just a little absurdism. Tangents abound as our hosts were sipping on salad wine before recording and proceeded to get progressively more sentimental. Enjoy and co…
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1. Victoria's Pick: Night Came with Many Stars by: Simon Van Booy
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In this episode Becca and Victoria enthusiastically discuss, Night Came with Many Stars, a novel By: Simon Van Booy. Victoria selected this book for us to get into and get into it we did! This novel took us on a heartfelt journey through life in Appalachian Kentucky over the course of several generations. Listen along as we delve into it and occasi…
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Innocent Talk: Cardiff, Manchester and London Innocence Projects discuss their work
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Becca Barclay: Why I am volunteering on the IPL
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Becca is a third year BA Criminology student at the University of Greenwich. Listen to her story from theatre to innocence work and everything inbetween.De către Louise Hewitt
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Talking about joint enterprise with JENGbA
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Join IPL Director Louise Hewitt talking to Gloria Morrison from JENGbA (Joint Enterprise Not Guilty by Association) to find out more about joint enterprise why its use it unfair. Views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the IPL.De către Louise Hewitt
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Inspirational new student caseworkers
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Be inspired by some of the new student caseworkers who talk about why they want to work on the IPL.De către Louise Hewitt
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What does innocence look like?
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Music - Cold Funk by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3522-cold-funk License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/De către Louise Hewitt
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Working on the IPL: What the students say
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Pilot - What is Innocence Project London
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This is the pilot episode of a podcast about the work of the Innocence Project London, part of the global innocence movement. It aims to provide an honest account of how difficult this work is and why it matters, both to reform of the Criminal Justice System as well as in providing experiential learning to law and criminology students at the UoG.…
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