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Latest episode March 3, 2026

Romance Novels: We’re no longer hiding the covers

A glistening mane flowing over disproportionately top-heavy muscles, bulging under hairless and perfectly-tanned skin. This zeus of a man holds the tiniest of women, also top heavy and surely breathless. No shade on Fabio, but what about the rest of us? The romance genre is seeing a new era. Still every bit as fun — […]


RaDonda Vaught feeding a baby lamb

The redemption story of RaDonda Vaught

March 2, 2026

It started with one request to speak to a group of risk analysts. Former Vanderbilt nurse RaDonda Vaught reluctantly told her story on a stage for the first time — she was still on probation from her felony conviction. “It was emotionally overwhelming and a little cathartic, but I’m gonna tell you, you could have […]

The Roundabout: ICE investigation, marriage equality and the Tesla loop

February 26, 2026

It’s time for our weekly Roundabout, where our panel representing views across the political spectrum dives into the biggest headlines of the week.

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