So, this is a weird one. I was absolutely enjoying Daniele Bolelli’s History on Fire as I love these Dan Carlin-esque long-form philosophical history podcasts (suggestions are welcome!), until I got to a part in his 47 ronin episode, where he expresses a personal opinion that people who break a promise do not deserve to live.
This has upset me greatly, to the point of turning it off, yet this is a podcast that I was greatly enjoying prior to this. I am currently at a loss whether I am taking this too seriously and should continue or whether my outburst is justified and I should move on and try to find something else (there is a huge amount of podcasts out there, after all, but I never managed to find anything with a similar style and approach as this, except for Carlin’s HH).
I do realize that this question is silly and wholy subjective, but I just feel like I could use some input on the issue that doesn’t come from my own head and some experience with similar …
It’s finally happened. I’m not the queasy sort. I’ve followed true crime for years. I used to work in a courthouse cellblock.
I’ve listened to almost everything podcast related to true crime…Casefile is one of my favourites and I jump around through the episodes regularly.
Nothing has made me nope out until episode #144 of Casefile The Muswell Hill Murderer.
Are there any mystery or thriller podcasts that have nothing to do with murder or the paranormal?
I’ve been on a major podcast binge the past six months, and thought I’d share some of my favourites with you, along with what I like about them. Most of these are true crime in some way or another, but I think they’re varied enough that there might be a few that you’re all maybe not aware of. All of these are available for free.
• Red Collar: Really thoroughly researched true crime series, focusing on when white collar crimes turn murderous. It’s quite fast-paced, with episodes between 30 - 45 mins. The host really knows her stuff, as a former fraud investigator she’s able to give a professional insight into each case.
I’ve seen comments saying the background music is distracting, but I don’t have any issue as the writing is really good for a one-woman show. One of my favourites, hope it’s returning in the near future.
• Exit Scam - A deep dive into the collapse of the Canadian bitcoin exchange Quadriga CX, and the $217M Canadian …
Hi! I love listening to Kill Tony and Swindled at work but these are the only two podcasts I listen to. I tried hardcore history but I can’t pay attention to who’s who while I do my job. If I don’t listen to a podcast that doesn’t instantly engage me I often just listen to music which ultimately is less fulfilling. Does anyone else with ADHD have some favorite podcasts you’d like to share? What helps you get through tedious work days? Thank you.
I recently discovered the podcast ‘Armored’ that is about armored truck robberies. I enjoy hearing those crimes more than ones that focus on murder. Does anyone have any podcast recommends about crimes where the focus isn’t murder?
What I’m really looking for are any books that encapsulate the EXACT same feeling as The Searcher by Tana French—an atmosphere that’s as oppressive as it is cozy. I want to simultaneously feel cradled and vaguely threatened. Doesn’t have to be a thriller or mystery, though I find a pervasive sense of unease can really heighten the comfort factor.
Please help!
I recently read A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson and absolutely loved it. I don’t usually read nonfiction but damn this book has made me inclined to read more of the casual pop science/history genre. The specific stories about quirky scientists and the crazy coincidences or causes behind eminent discoveries were the highlights for me. I will be glad if someone could suggest me more books that are similar to it. Looking forward to hearing your guys suggestions! Ps. I am a person with a non-science background, so jargon heavy books won’t be ideal for me
Sorry if I don’t explain this well, it’s hard to describe the mood I’m in.
I’m searching for a book where the story world feels like a place you went years ago and makes you nostalgic when you think about it. And the characters feel like old friends.
Eg the Hogwarts sections in Harry potter, where you feel like you’re in the common room with the characters. Or lord of the rings when the gang are chilling in Rivendell
But it doesn’t have to be a book for a younger audience, adult books are cool. Doesn’t have to be fantasy either, that was just the example that came to mind.
Please help me satisfy this weird request! Thanks for any suggestions
No electronics allowed so it’ll be just me and my thoughts for a month. Curious if there are any suggestions that may have helped people reflect in a similar situation. I’m not a huge reader but I’ve had times in life of heavy reading. Doesn’t mean you had to have been to rehab. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Like, it probably sounds weird, but I’m looking for stories where the protagonist is more so lost, without human contact for a majority of the story. (Like stranded on an island, etc.)
Which games do you play when you want to blow off steam after a stressful day at work? Or which ones do you play when you’re feeling down and depressed? What about when you just want to play something peaceful to take your mind off things? What about those games makes you feel better?
I played Disco Elysium a while back, and, to avoid spoilers, I’ll just say the few moments of violence in that game were really thrilling since they were the culmination of hours of play and had compelling stakes, compared to most games where every minute you can just kill a bunch of dudes. What other games have these kinds of moments, where you can actually lose these rare, thrilling violent encounters (i.e. you have some control, and aren’t just watching a cutscenes of your guy dying)?
The game doesn’t actually have to show me billions of people.
But it has to feel like a world full of life, where the world really feels like it’s inhabited by a lot of people.
Skyrim, Witcher 3 and the likes feel so barren.
Idk I guess for example City builder games like Tropico and Anno feel like they’re brimming with life, but I don’t want a city builder, I want an RPG :P.
I am looking for a medieval open world game that’s more like a life simulator where i can chose what i do like being a farmer soldier and stuff. If its fantasy based it will be even better.
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I used to play Minecraft PE with a guy in a server a long time ago. The guy who hosted the server made it a lot like a whole country or something. We could apply for jobs earn money or simply be outlanders who adventure solo and only come to city to trade it was a wonderful time. Sadly the sever fell down a few years after it was hosted.
Coming off of Outer Wilds (haven’t finished the DLC yet though), and looking for more games to play with a similar focus on exploration and a sense of discovery.
Games I’ve already played: Outer Wilds, Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Hollow Knight (BotW to a lesser extent too)
Games that I’ve already been recommended for this criteria: Rain World, Myst, Riven, Super Metroid, Metroid Prime, System Shock