Episodes

  • James Hadley Chase - Lies, Guns, Bestsellers
    Aug 19 2025

    James Hadley Chase - Lies, Guns, Bestsellers

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    He wrote 90+ American crime thrillers—without ever visiting the U.S. Banned for violence, accused of plagiarism, and adapted into 50+ films, James Hadley Chase was the original ‘fake it till you make it’ icon. In this episode, we uncover:

    How he faked 1940s Chicago with slang dictionaries and Hollywood films.

    The real-life scandals behind No Orchids for Miss Blandish (hint: Orwell hated it)

    Why Bollywood and Tarantino stole his tricks.

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    Crime Writers, Thriller Podcast, Dark Academia, Banned Books, Literary Hoaxes

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    20 mins
  • Steinbeck's Timeless Truths: Why East of Eden Still Owns 2024
    Aug 13 2025

    Steinbeck's Timeless Truths: Why East of Eden Still Owns 2024

    John Steinbeck’s East of Eden has been called ‘the greatest novel of all time’—but its real power lies in the brutal truths it reveals about human nature. In this episode, we uncover:

    🔥 Why Gen Z is weaponizing East of Eden against toxic family cycles
    💡 The hidden meaning of timshel (‘thou mayest’) and how to use it today
    🔪 Cathy Ames: The original ‘female villain’ trope (and why she’s everywhere now)
    📖 Steinbeck’s shocking real-life drama (FBI files, burned books, and more)

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    20 mins
  • From Gods to Superheroes: Why We Believe
    Aug 5 2025

    From Gods to Superheroes: Why We Believe

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    Ever wondered why superheroes captivate us? From Hercules to Iron Man, explore the ancient roots, psychology, and global appeal of heroes in From Gods to Superheroes: Why We Believe. Join us to uncover why we never outgrow our love for caped crusaders and mythic champions. New episodes weekly!

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    #Superheroes #Mythology #Podcast #Heroes #Marvel #BlackPanther #Psychology #Hercules #Podcasts


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    13 mins
  • Mark Twain; Genius or Problematic?
    Jul 29 2025

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    Mark Twain; Genius or Problematic?Explore Mark Twain’s life, ground breaking books, and controversial views on race, politics, and religion. Why does his satire still challenge us today? Dive into his enduring relevance with research-backed insights.

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    Mark Twain 2024 relevance, Huckleberry Finn racism debate, Mark Twain political satire, Why is Mark Twain important today

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    12 mins
  • Dostoevsky’s Legacy Lives On
    Jul 22 2025

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    Dostoevsky’s Legacy Lives On

    Ever feel like Dostoevsky wrote about YOUR life? In this episode, we expose how:

    Crime and Punishment predicted ‘sigma male’ burnout
    Notes from Underground reads like a Twitter rant
    Karamazov’s ‘God is dead’ debate fuels modern angst

    We’ll analyze:

    • Why guilt isn’t logical (but ruins you anyway)

    • How self-awareness can be a curse

    • The scary accuracy of his 1864 ‘mental health hot takes’

    For fans of: Jordan Peterson’s biblical series, Philosophize This!, or overthinking at night.

    Listen now—then ask yourself: Which Dostoevsky demon lives in my head?

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    Dostoevsky, Existentialism, Russian Literature, Philosophy, Psychology, Crime and Punishment, Mental Health, Classic Books, Nihilism, Self-Awareness,




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    15 mins
  • Oscar Wilde: The Genius Who Challenged Society (The Shocking True Story)
    Jul 15 2025

    Oscar Wilde: The Genius Who Challenged Society (The Shocking True Story)🎧 New episodes drop every Tuesday—Subscribe now! Oscar Wilde's story is more than clever quotes and flamboyant style.Dive into the life of a man who defied Victorian norms, rose to fame as a literary icon, and paid a heavy price for being true to himself. This Podcasts explores Wilde’s wit, his rise to celebrity, his trial, and the heart breaking consequences that followed.Learn why Oscar Wilde remains one of the most controversial—and celebrated—figures in literary history. 📚 Read more about Wilde’s life on our blog 👉 [Insert Medium link]🎧 Listen on: [Spotify] | [YouTube Music]👉 Hit Subscribe and turn the page to your next favourite story! 👉🔗 Follow "Turning Pages 4 You" : https://linktr.ee/akhtarsalim#OscarWilde #LiteraryLegends #HistoryUncovered #VictorianEra #LGBTQHistory #FamousWriters #TurningPages4You #CreativeRebels #QueerHistory #ClassicLiterature #WritersOfTheWorld

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    8 mins
  • Charles Dickens: The Dark Genius Behind A Christmas Carol
    Jul 8 2025

    🎧 New episodes drop every Tuesday—Subscribe now! Charles Dickens wasn’t just a writer—he was a social revolutionary. In this 11-minute podcast, we uncover: - Why critics called his writing "melodramatic"—and why they were wrong - His secret affair and its impact on his later works.

    - His Personal Life

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    11 mins
  • Maugham’s Painful Truths About Modern Life I 14 Min audio
    Jul 1 2025

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    Maugham’s Painful Truths About Modern Life I 14 Minute Audio Breakdown.

    Orphaned, stammering, and heartbroken—how Somerset Maugham turned his pain into 40M book sales.

    You’ve probably never heard of Somerset Maugham. But this dead British writer knows more about your toxic ex, your burnout, and your LinkedIn-induced existential crisis than any self-help guru. In 14 minutes, you’ll understand why 1924’s ‘Of Human Bondage’ is the book you need right now.

    📖 Mentioned Works:

    • Why "Of Human Bondage" explains your toxic relationship patterns

    • How "The Moon and Sixpence" predicted hustle culture’s emptiness

    • The spiritual cure for burnout in "The Razor’s Edge"

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    15 mins