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Ben Urich and an Ode to Comic Book Journalists | Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Release Date: 04/13/2019

Talking storytelling paths, diversity in journalism spaces and more with K(ae)itlyn

Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Hey Talking Stories Crew! In this 2022 episode, I catch up with New Canadian Media (NCM) reporter and former journalism classmate, K(ae)itlyn. K(ea)itlyn and I chat about: Their reflections on the Canadian news landscape and their work with NCM K(ae)itlyn's storytelling journey and how Narnia fanfiction played a role Creating more spaces for BIPOC and non-binary journalism students Their research on police violence and the care involved The work that motivates them NOTE FROM OUR GUEST: "I addressed Lyra Evans with "they/them" pronouns which is still misgendering. This is a habit I'm still...

Talking 2022 reflections, life updates, recent headlines, and Christmas watch list

Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Happy 2023 Talking Stories Crew! In this episode I wrap up 2022 by talking about: Some personal life updates Recent headlines including the loss of Barbara Walters Tory Lanez found guilty of all three charges in Megan Thee Stallion shooting All the films and shows I caught up on over the holiday break The end of an era with Henry Cavill's Superman Hopes for the new year SHOW NOTES Follow Raquel A. Russell on Twitter and Instagram: @raqlionchaser Follow Talking Stories with Raquel Russell on Twitter @TalkingStoriesR and Instagram at @talkingstorieswraq DISCLAIMERS: Music by Upbeat Hip...

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Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Hey Talking Stories Crew! We're back with our spoiler-filled discussion of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever with my good friend, Vivan Ntiri. Vivian is a runner, baker, lawyer and fellow nerd. In this episode we chat: Introduction to the Talokans The Wakandan vs Talokan approach to outsiders trying to take vibranium resources The death of the Queen Shuri's coming-of-age journey and taking on the Black Panther mantle Favourite performances The next phase of Marvel films FURTHER READINGS & SHOW NOTES: Follow Vivian Ntiri on Twitter and...

Talking Wakanda Forever, Twitter and Stories that Inspire with Vivian Ntiri | Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Hey Talking Stories Crew! We're getting FED today. Today we're joined by my good friend Vivan Ntiri. Vivian is many things including a runner, baker, lawyer and fellow nerd. In this episode we chat: - Vivian's personal journey from med school aspirations to becoming a lawyer - The inspiring and ongoing stories of Michelle Obama and Issa Rae - Elon Musk and what the Twitter acquisition teaches about what not to do as a leader - Part 1 of our Black Panther Wakanda forever chat, talking about that intro and grief Stay tuned for Part 2! Join the conversation and send me your thoughts and...

Twitter Twaddle Continues, Virtual Dating, Wakanda Forever Anticipation | Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Happy November Talking Stories Crew! In the headlines we talk about: Drama continues with the Twitter acquisition Briefly chat about Drake's disparaging line regarding Megan in his new album In fandom news we catch up on: Expectations for Black Panter 2: Wakanda forever In inspirational stories we finish our chat about: Jennifer Hudson's Aretha Franklin in Respect Join the conversation and send me your thoughts and suggestions to our Talking Stories channels on IG and Twitter or send them directly to my channels at @raqlionchaser. See you next week! SHOW NOTES ...

Prince Harry's Spare, DCEU shakeup and starting From Scratch | Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Happy almost November Talking Stories Crew! This week, we check in and chat about the imprtance of legacy and being present. In the headlines we talk about: Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter Kanye West fallout continues Prince Harry's new book Spare In fandom news we catch up on: the House of the Dragon season finale Doctor Who and David Tennant shakeups in the DCEU and Henry Cavill departing Geralt In inspirational stories we start talking about: Jennifer Hudson's Aretha Franklin in Respect and new limited series on Netflix, From Scratch Join the conversation and send me your thoughts...

Taking Up Space, BLAXPO, Books That We Can't Put Down | Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

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We're Back! New season, Rings of Power, Fanfic and Reading Lists | Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Welcome back to season 3, Talking Stories crew! Join me as I chat about the new show format, , my thoughts on Rings of Power, Fanfiction turned into movies and why it's meaningful and a reading list highlight. Join the conversation and send me your thoughts and suggestions to our Talking Stories channels on IG and Twitter or send them directly to my personal channels at @raqlionchaser. See you next week! What we discuss: Gratitude and upcoming episodes Rings of Power Fanfiction, Reylo and Arrow Books to Read SHOW NOTES Follow Raquel A. Russell on Twitter and Instagram:...

Joshua Edwards | Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Joshua Edwards - content creator, business owner, entrepreneur, and host of the "Shop Talk Quinte" podcast - joins us! In this episode, we talk about entrepreneurship, lessons learned from entering the marketing world in our 20s, family, and legacy. Joshua, a devout Christian, weaves his reflections on faith into what has shaped him as a person and he takes time in this podcast to get vulnerable on the impacts of addiction. Tune in for this special conversation!

Memorable words by women in fiction | Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

Talking Stories with Raquel Russell

It's the final episode of series 2! Thanks for joining the conversation. In honour of International Women's Day, Raquel highlights a few memorable lines from fictional women. Join Raquel as she thanks listeners and tries her hand at performing. Tune in for this final chat of series 2, and see you again in series 3! DISCLAIMERS: Music by Upbeat Hip Hop Music by Soul Prod.

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On this episode of Talking Stories, Raquel talks about Netflix/Marvel’s iteration of comic-book Journalist Ben Urich. Listen in to hear how Ben’s courage and journalistic persistence left an impression on Raquel.
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Talking Stories with Raquel Russell is a weekly show dedicated to highlighting how stories impact lives and inspire change. Weekly I’ll be highlighting the power of narrative (both fiction and nonfiction) in mine and my guests lives. You're invited to share what stories have impacted your life and how it might have inspired change. This is designed to be a safe space where listeners and participants are invited to get in as deep as they want. To start off the show I’m highlighting journalists and comic book stories (the writers of stories and a genre meet) with an ode to comic book genre journalists.

Music by Checkie Brown and Creative Commons.
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