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Once upon a time in the middle of winter, when the flakes of snow were falling like feathers from the sky, a queen sat at a window sewing, and the frame of the window was made of black ebony. And whilst she was sewing and looking out of the window at the snow, she pricked her finger with the needle, and three drops of blood fell upon the snow. And the red looked pretty upon the white snow, and she thought to herself, "Would that I had a child as white as snow, as red as blood, and as black as the wood of the window-frame." blood, and as black as the wood of the window-frame." Soon after that she had a little daughter....

The Stig gets his kit off and reveals how he came to be Top Gear's iconic racing driver and so much more - including what it's like to thrash an Aston Martin DBS, train for the Army and face the terror of Jeremy Clarkson's underwear…When the Black Stig disappeared off the end of an aircraft carrier in 2003, we were introduced to The White Stig. Faster. Stranger. Harder to keep clean. And ever since, millions have wondered – who is The Man in the White Suit? They're about to find out.

It's the story of how he threw himself into the joyous and idealistic world of stand-up comedy, leading to a television career, but how echoes from the past, and the thought that everyone might prefer it if he disappeared, saw him repeatedly dismantle everything around him. With a cast of well-known comedians, actors, agents and producers, Alan awkwardly navigates his life from the camaraderie of the comedy circuit via life-changing fame as TV's Jonathan Creek, to the unwelcome realisation that most people know him from a bank advert and think he's had a perm.

The Blues Brothers hit theatres on June 20, 1980. Their scripted mission was to save a local Chicago orphanage; but Aykroyd, who conceived and wrote much of the film, had a greater mission: to honour the then-seemingly forgotten tradition of rhythm and blues, some of whose greatest artists.

An important medical breakthrough has a shameful history. In 1840s Alabama, a slave-owning doctor performs medical experiments on involuntary subjects - enslaved women - in an effort to solve the problem of fistulas, a post-childbirth anomaly. As the experiments proceed, and he gets close to a solution, the women try to survive and even find dignity in the face of inhuman treatment.

As we look forward to gradually emerging from lockdown over the summer, we're reuniting some famous, brilliant, funny women for a remote catch-up, where they mull over the highs and lows of the past year. They’ll celebrate International Women's Day by sharing their experiences and their hopes for a better future, as life starts to opens up again.

Tipped as one of the most talented and popular comedians to have recently emerged, Paul Chowdhry is definitely the man to look out for in 2012. With his hilariously dry observational humour he has impressed audiences throughout the UK, leaving fans wanting more, and his appearance on Channel 4’s Stand Up for the Week brought him massive critical acclaim and a growing fan base, all of which has led to him being titled the UK’s Number 1 Asian Comedian.

The police inspector who once probed the mysteries of the Cthulhu cult now finds himself on a case that leads him once again into the foreboding bayous of Louisana. Will his investigations pit him against deranged cultists, the abominations they worship, or something even more evil and insidious?

Get ready to laugh, think, and maybe even cringe a little with our comedy podcast! Join our hosts, both Marine Corps Veterans, one Black and one White, from vastly different social backgrounds, as they tackle a hilarious range of topics. From the latest current events and hot-button cultural topics to pressing social issues in America and everything in between, no subject is off-limits.Expect candid conversations, unique perspectives, and plenty of unexpected laughs. If you're looking for a podcast that blends humor with insightful discussions on American society, news, and culture, you've ...

"Why don't you come up and see me sometime?" Mae West invited and promptly captured the imagination of generations. Even today, years after her death, the actress and author is still regarded as the pop archetype of sexual wantonness and ribald humor. But who was this saucy starlet, a woman who was controversial enough to be jailed, pursued by film censors, and banned from the airwaves for the revolutionary content of her work, and yet would ascend to the status of film legend?

Journey into the enchanting world of fairy tales with The Snow White Legacy. This podcast meticulously unravels the rich tapestry of the Snow White legend, exploring its roots and its widespread influence on storytelling.At the heart of this series is the often-overlooked tale of "Snow White and Rose Bud", an intriguing narrative of two endearing sisters who navigate a world filled with magic and mystery. We dive deep into the history of this lesser-known story, revealing how it laid much of the groundwork for what would become the universally beloved tale of Snow White.Each episode delves ...

After going viral for her song, "Thirties," Nashville based singer/songwriter Emma White realized there were a lot of other 30-somethings navigating the same things she sings in her lyrics.The podcast is the extension of her song, where she invites friends and artists to discuss topics ranging from fitness to finance, dating and relationships. Watch on YouTube for Video or Listen anywhere you get your Podcasts.

For almost a decade, Richard Herring has been answering sexist trolls on International Women's Day when they ask 'when is International Men's Day?' in the mistaken belief there isn't one. If only the trolls had learned to use Google they'd realise that there is an International Men's Day - it's on November 19th. In The Problem with Men Richard expands on his Twitter discussions and tackles some of the big questions surrounding the problems of toxic masculinity - for women, but also for men.

The show is entitled, Hitting Your Mark. In theater, there are marks on the ground that us actors have to hit. You have to stand in the right spot to be seen in the right light. But I feel like it’s the same way in life. Whether it’s a dream we’re chasing, or a goal we’ve set, we all have marks that we want to hit. Those marks guide us to where we need to be. That’s what this show is all about. I’m sitting down with incredible creative people to talk about their journeys—what hitting their mark looks like.

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WHITE COLLAR PRISON: A MUSICAL is a farcical audio special that explores the class divide in our prison system, fueled by a massive wealth gap in the United States. Using characters inspired by real-life white-collar criminals, the story follows the exploits of Congressman Richard Dutch after he is sentenced to 87 days in a junior executive suite at the White Eagle Luxury Correctional Facility & Spa. This audio story is written by the Emmy-winning songwriting team of Gregory James Jenkins and Neil Garguilo who also star alongside an exceptional cast including Lucas Grabeel (High School Musical...

Sex. Spreadsheets. Revolution. Andrew White promises it all in an uplifting, hilarious stand-up comedy show about discovering, loving, and expressing yourself. Join the flamboyantly repressed young comic as he tells stories of accidental orgies, BLM protests, charity shops and how they all kickstarted his ambition to become a gay icon (but not in a gay way).Recorded Live @ The Leicester Comedy Festival 2024With thanks to Crosscut Media, TripleCeePee, Sunjai Arif & Tyreece KingFOLLOW ANDREW: @StandUpAndrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Timothy R. White begins his history of the theater industry with the dispersed pre-Broadway era, when components such as costumes, lights, and scenery were built and stored nationwide. Subsequently, the majority of backstage operations and storage were consolidated in New York City during what is now known as the golden age of musical theater. Toward the latter half of the 20th century, decentralization and deindustrialization brought the emergence of nationally distributed regional theaters and performing arts centers.

Steve Ain't White….Or is he ? Funny, intelligent, thought provoking, relevant and most of all hilarious! High energy and in your face, and at the same time just adorable.

Comedians Turner Sparks (white) and Phil Duckett (black) answer all your questions on race, even the scary ones. Have a question? Email us at BlackandWhiteAdvicePod@Gmail.com and prepare to be educated.