CREATINUUM

Our 100th Episode: A Creatinuum Retrospective

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 25 May 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Music: https://www.bensound.com

"Sci-Fi vs. Fantasy": A Two-Part Spec Fic Special (Part 2)

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 18 May 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Music: https://www.bensound.com

"Sci-Fi vs. Fantasy": A Two-Part Spec Fic Special (Part 1)

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 11 May 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Music: https://www.bensound.com

Hot Takes: Is Fantasy Overrated?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +0000

We bet that if we ask you to think about a fantasy narrative that involves elves, dwarves, and a mysterious looming darkness on the horizon, you can think of a title or two . . . or even ten. Is fantasy becoming overrated today? Have we had our fill of these kinds of stories in our books and on our screen? Let's talk about that!

All the "Happily Ever Afters": The Significance of the Cinderella Story

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +0000

From rags to riches. A peasant girl with a heart of gold. Saved by true love. These are just some of the tropes that we associate with "Cinderella" as well as its many, many variations in media. What is it about this fairy tale that makes us come back for more and pine for predictable but addictive love stories just like it? That's our topic for this episode!

Excellent Yet Elementary: On the Long-Lasting Adaptability of Sherlock Holmes

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +0000

When it comes to our favorite fictional detective, we know that we've seen Sherlock Holmes, both the character and the overall stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, being adapted into several movies and series over the years. What makes the man from Baker Street and his adventures so adaptable throughout history? We're here to talk about that and more!

"Is Water Wet?": Unpacking Weirdly Redundant Sentences

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 6 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +0000

On this episode, we're veering away from our usual Grammar Chaos discussions to try to answer a very simple-sounding question: "Is water wet?" What do you think about when you hear a question like that? Is it mind-boggling? Is it possible? Does it make your brain hurt a little? Tune in as we talk about that!

Hot Takes: Binge Watching vs. Weekly Watching - Which Is Better?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000

In the golden age of binge-watching series, courtesy of Netflix, do you enjoy watching episode after episode (and postponing trips to the bathroom)? Or do you miss the days when TV shows would release a new episode every week, making you wait for days with unbearable anticipation? Let's talk about that!

"Press Play to Start": On the Growing Success of Video Game Adaptations

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000

From the "Sonic the Hedgehog" movies to the "Arcane: League of Legends" Netflix series, video game adaptations are surprising both gamers and avid movie and series watchers alike with unexpected hits. Can fans expect a lot more successful adaptations in the future, or are these adaptations doomed to miss more than hit? We're here to talk about that!

Which Came First: The Toy Or the Movie? On Franchising and Merchandising

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 9 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Think back on your favorite cartoon-based toys and toy-based cartoons. Which came first? The movie/TV show/cartoon or the toy? Sounds like a real chicken-or-egg situation! Sit back and listen as we talk about our childhood favorites and discuss the relationship between toys and the media they've spawned or come from.

Dissecting the Success of Wordle: A Grammar Chaos Special

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 2 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000

On this episode, we're taking a break from talking about past Grammar Chaos articles to talk about Wordle, a word game that's taking social media by storm. If you've been seeing a lot of yellow and green squares on your feeds and don't know what they mean, take a listen and find out!

Hot Takes: Are Reality Shows Reality or Fiction?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Cooking. Survival. Competition. Drama. Dating. There are all kinds of reality shows that pop up on our TVs or streaming services. But what about them makes them so appealing? Is it that they're based on reality? Are they REALLY based on reality? Is there always something going on behind the scenes for every reality show? We're here to talk about that and more!

We Don't Talk About Encanto (But We Should!): A Review of Disney's Encanto

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 19:00:00 +0000

We're excited to cover Disney's latest animated film, Encanto, for our first review of the year! From its catchy tunes to its memorable characters and striking storyline, Encanto is a definite visual treat for any viewer of any age, and we can't sing its praises enough.

Let's Take a Look Back: A Retrospective of 2021

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 9 Feb 2022 19:00:00 +0000

As we usher in the new year, let's not forget the best and most memorable parts of the old one. On this episode, we sit back and talk at length about our favorite movies, shows, albums, and trends of 2021. Here's to hoping we'll encounter more in 2022!

"Weary" vs. "Wary": What's the Diff?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 2 Feb 2022 19:00:00 +0000

We're kicking off the new year with a brand new Grammar Chaos episode: the difference between "weary" and "wary"! Sit back and tune in, and hopefully, you won't grow "weary" of our tips on being "wary" about proper vocab!

Hot Takes: Plain Novels vs. Graphic Novels - Which Is Better?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 19:00:00 +0000

It's time for another "hot takes" episode! Our controversial question of the day is "Are plain or straight novels better or worse than graphic novels?" You'd be surprised by our answers!

The "Art" of the Page Turner: On Comic Books and Graphic Novels

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 19:00:00 +0000

"Wham!" "Pow!" "Boom!" If you've seen these colorful words and other onomatopoeia splashed across the pages of your reading material, then you should be very familiar with the world of comics and graphic fiction. Tune in as we talk about how comics, both classic and modern, have evolved alongside (or even into) graphic novels and how this genre has lasted in the heart of readers for decades.

Under "Locke" and Key: On the Mystery and Mayhem of the "Locke & Key" Netflix Series

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 8 Dec 2021 19:00:00 +0000

We're back for another series review, and this time, we're talking about the Netflix series "Locke & Key," based on the comic books by Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriquez. Do we love it? Do we hate it? Tune in to find out!

"Equality" vs. "Equity": What's the Diff?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 2 Dec 2021 01:06:52 +0000

We hear these words a lot on social media and even in economics lessons, but what really is the basic difference between the words "equality" and "equity"? Join us as we talk about that on our latest Grammar Chaos episode!

Hot Takes: Music Helps Us Study and Concentrate

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Do you play music while you read or study? What kind of music? Or do you prefer dead silence? We’re here to talk about that and more!

From Storybook to Screen: The Dawn of Modern Fairy Tale Adaptations

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000

How have the tales of old fared in today’s modern world? We’re here to discuss our thoughts on fairy tales adapted for the screen.

From "Once Upon a Time" to "Timeless": The Legacy of Fairy Tales

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Join us as we indulge in our favorite childhood stories and ponder on why they’re still so prevalent in literature today.

"Arcane" vs. "Arcana": What's the Diff?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 3 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Similar words like “arcane” and “arcana” can be tricky and finicky, so we’re here to sort out the differences between them!

"My Name Is Lizzie Bennet": A Review of the Lizzie Bennet Diaries

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000

It’s a fascinating fusion between a literary classic and a modern medium. Join us as we rave about the Lizzie Bennet Diaries!

Hot Takes: Enough with the Remakes!

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000

How do we feel about the same stories being remade over and over in books and on the screen? Tune in to find out!

What Makes a "Period Piece"?: On Historical vs. Modern Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000

What we call “period pieces” abound in media today, but what makes a work of fiction a “period piece”? Tune in as we discuss!

"Adopt" vs. "Adapt": What's the Diff?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000

It’s another Grammar Chaos episode as we talk about the definitions of and differences between “adopt” and “adapt”!

"Assemble!": An Introductory Discussion on Comic Books and Their Cinematic Universes

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000

The MCU or DCEU—what’s more for you? Sit back as we talk about our favorite Marvel and DC comics as well as their film adaptations!

Dead "Langs" Tell No Tales: On Our Favorite Constructed/Dead Languages

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000

If you could resurrect Latin or Dothraki, would you do it? Join us as we rave over our favorite constructed and dead languages!

Hot Takes: Anyone Can Read Shakespeare

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000

All the world’s a stage—and no one is more world-renowned than Shakespeare. Let’s discuss the Bard and why anyone can read his works!

"Revenge" vs. "Avenge": What's the Diff?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000

We’re back with more Grammar Chaos discussions to talk about the difference between the words “revenge” and “avenge”!

When We're "Old Enough" to Learn: On Dark Themes in Children's and YA Literature

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000

On this episode, we talk about subtle and not-so-subtle adult themes in literature and media targeting younger readers and consumers.

Hot Takes: Let Adults Enjoy Media Targeted Toward Kids and Young Adults

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000

As the saying goes: “Let people enjoy things!” Join us as we discuss how and why adults can still enjoy children’s and YA literature.

"Appa! Yip Yip!": An Overdue Review of the Animated Avatar Series

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Join us as we spazz and speak out about Nickelodeon’s Avatar series and why it stands the test of time as the perfect cartoon.

The 411 on Food Words: Different Words for the Meat of Different Animals

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000

What makes bird meat “poultry” or cow meat “beef”? What’s the connection between the French word for fish and poison? Let’s discuss!

Hot Takes: Musicals Are Good, Actually

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 03:05:39 +0000

What is it about breaking out into song and dance that amazes some people and irks others? Let’s talk about “hot takes” on musicals!

Making Meanings in Heritage and History: A Review of "In the Heights" (2021)

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 03:02:31 +0000

Lights up on Washington Heights! Join us as we talk about the latest in rap musical adaptations this year: In the Heights (2021)!

"Wanton" vs. "Wonton": What's the Diff?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 02:58:06 +0000

We’re back with another Grammar Chaos episode, this time on the difference between the words “wanton” and “wonton”!

How Valid Is "Good" Grammar? A Brief Discussion on Prescriptivism vs. Descriptivism

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 02:55:20 +0000

We’re continuing our discussion on what makes “good” grammar by talking about the roots of the standardization of the English language.

Hot Takes: What Is "Queer Baiting" and How Should We Approach It?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Fri, 28 May 2021 05:37:21 +0000

We’re back with our hot takes, this time on the ever-prevalent practice of “queer baiting”! Is it good? Is it bad? Let’s discuss.

On the Practice of Queer Coding: Its Motivations and Effects in Popular Media

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Fri, 28 May 2021 05:33:55 +0000

On this episode, we answer the question “What is queer coding?” and discuss its relationship with character creation in popular media.

The Riveting Features of Regency Fiction: On the Far-Reaching Influence of "Pride and Prejudice" (2005)

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Fri, 28 May 2021 05:29:05 +0000

We talk about the 2005 film Pride and Prejudice helped kickstart the proliferation of regency romances on the big and silver screens.

What Makes "Good" Grammar?: On the Grammarian Approach to the English Language

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Fri, 28 May 2021 05:21:40 +0000

When is it all right—if it’s even all right—to correct English grammar? We talk about grammarian etiquette and more on this episode.

"Canon" and "Cannon": What's the Diff?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

The Grammar Chaos series is back on Creatinuum, and on this episode, we talk about the differences between “canon” and “cannon.”

Hot Takes: What Counts as "Good Food"?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Join us on our first “Hot Takes” episode as we talk about (and argue over) our most and least favorite foods! Getting hungry yet?

Protests in Print and Modern Feminism: A Review of Netflix's "Moxie"

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

We’re bringing back movie and series reviews on this podcast with a special look at the Netflix coming-of-age film Moxie.

Good Enough to Eat!: On Our Favorite Fictional Foods

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

On this episode, we reflect on (and make ourselves hungry over) the joys of food in fiction. Warning: Grab a snack before you listen!

Rocking and Rolling (The Dice): The Wonders of Tabletop Roleplaying

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 07:00:55 +0000

Let’s get ready to roll (for initiative)! We talk about tabletop roleplaying, a hobby that continues to win the hearts of many players.

Between the Lines and Stanzas: A Brief Discussion on Poetry

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 05:24:30 +0000

On this episode, we dabble in a discussion on poetry—what it is, who write it, and how it sets itself apart from other literary genres.

Trapped in the Past: A Discussion on Medieval Stasis in Literature and Pop Culture

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 03:39:58 +0000

On this episode, we talk about the trope of medieval stasis and how it helps (or hurts) the setting of a story.

The Storm Rages On: Our Personal Quarantine Hobbies (Part 2)

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 03:34:05 +0000

About a year after the beginning of quarantine, we sit down, relax, and talk more about the hobbies that keep us busy (and sane).

Does It Click or Make You Tick?: The Upsides and Downsides of Using Tropes

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

“Man versus Nature.” “Chekhov’s Gun.” “The Magic Three.” We’re here to talk about specific tropes in fiction that we dig and dislike.

"I've Heard of That Before": Talking about Tropes in Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

On this episode, we talk about tropes and how they define everything we know about storytelling, whether good or bad.

What Makes Fiction Feminist?: Defining and Debunking Tropes Involving Women

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Fridging, catfights, “manic pixie dream girls”—what do these mean when it comes to female characters in fiction? Let’s talk about that.

"I Ship Those Two!": On (Relation)ship Dynamics in All Forms of Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Admit it—what often gets you hooked into a story is the sparks that fly between two characters. Today we talk about ship dynamics!

Another Day, Another Decade: Ringing in the New Year of 2021

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Welcome back! Exhausted from 2020? So are we. Sit back and chill with us as we talk about our hopes and goals for the new year.

Multilingual Madness: Learning Different Languages

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Have you ever tried to learn a different language for school, for work, or even for fun? We talk about that and more on this episode!

"Do You Speak Elvish?": The Wonders of Conlangs (Constructed Languages)

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

The Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, Star Trek, and many more are known for their “conlangs”—and we’re here to talk about them.

"Do You Speak English?": On the Experience of Learning English as a Second Language

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

If you’ve ever wondered how these Southeast Asian hosts can communicate with an American audience, look no further. We talk about ESL!

"I Liked the Book Better": Book-to-Movie Adaptations That Didn't Quite Hit the Mark

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 4 Nov 2020 14:38:48 +0000

Sit back and relax as we pull out our own hair and talk about our least favorite book-to-film adaptations. It’s gonna be a ranty one!

"Did I Get That Right?": Grammar in Speaking and in Writing

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 4 Nov 2020 14:28:52 +0000

On this episode, we talk about the differences between grammar in speech and grammar in writing—as well as how to excel at both.

Waiting Out the Storm: Our Personal Quarantine Hobbies

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 14:54:41 +0000

Sit back and relax as we, your hosts, talk about our personal quarantine hobbies—from crochet and cat care to tabletop RPGs!

What Defines Author(ity)? On the Death of the Author in Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 14:38:57 +0000

What separates or distinguishes an author from their work? We talk about “the death of the author” and more on this episode.

Stories That Soothe: The Familiar Joys of Comfort Literature

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sun, 30 Aug 2020 04:00:10 +0000

On this episode, we talk about what we enjoy reading and what stories help us relax. Get comfy as we discuss “comfort literature”!

Living That Shelf Life: How We Arrange Our Books

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Sun, 30 Aug 2020 04:00:10 +0000

How to do arrange your personal library? By size, color, or title? We’re back, and we’re talking about our own bookshelf arrangements!

When Hearts Collide: Romance as Portrayed in Pop Culture

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 6 Aug 2020 04:00:03 +0000

When two people fall in love, whatever happens next? Join us as we discuss the exciting development of romance in pop culture!

It's a Love Story: On Writing and Editing Romance

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 04:00:02 +0000

Love is in the air, hearts are all aflutter, and we’re getting right into the ups and downs of writing and editing romance fiction!

To the Reader, with Love: The Evolution of Epistolary Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 04:00:13 +0000

Dear listeners, what could be better than letters and romantic notes in novels? Sit back as we discuss the world of epistolary fiction!

To Whom It May Concern: Letter Writing in the Time of Love

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 04:00:16 +0000

Prep your fanciest fountain pens and whip out those postage stamps! To start February, we’re talking about writing love letters!

The Most Wonderful Time: Holiday Movies and Personal Stories

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 9 Jul 2020 04:00:04 +0000

We’re glad to cap off the season by talking about all our favorite holiday movies and sharing our personal holiday routines.

Bah, Humbug!: On Holiday-Inspired Fictional Narratives

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 2 Jul 2020 04:00:05 +0000

Sit back, relax by the fireplace, and cozy up with some cocoa as we tell you about our favorite holiday- and winter-inspired stories.

From Me to You: The Joy of Holiday Greeting Cards

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 04:00:06 +0000

We’re continuing our celebration of the holiday season by talking about greeting cards—why they’re special and why we still write them.

Some Yuletide Yammering: On Holiday Vocabulary

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 04:00:08 +0000

Mistletoe, Noel, Yule, St. Nick—what do all these terms mean and what’s their significance? Find out on our very first holiday episode!

On the Writer's Block: Personal Writing Workshop Experiences

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 04:00:05 +0000

Round-table discussions, critiques, a community of fellow writers—we’re talking about writing workshops on this podcast episode!

NaNoWriMo Special Part 2: Published NaNoWriMo Works

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 4 Jun 2020 04:00:23 +0000

National Novel-Writing Month has borne some of the best written works in recent history, and we’re happy to tell you all about them.

NaNoWriMo Special Part 1: What is NaNoWriMo?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 28 May 2020 04:00:06 +0000

We’re here to tell you all about National Novel-Writing Month and how it helps aspiring novelists and authors from all over the world.

Pen to Paper to Picture: Writing as Depicted in Media

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 21 May 2020 04:00:11 +0000

To kick off National Novel-Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), we talk about how the writing process is portrayed on the big and small screens.

Magic Is Real: On Magical Practices and Spell-Binding Experiences

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 14 May 2020 04:00:08 +0000

Spells, jinxes, and hexes—oh my! We’re talking about all things magical and witchy on our last Halloween podcast episode.

"All Work and No Play": A History of Horror Adaptations

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 7 May 2020 04:00:02 +0000

How do you transfer horror stories from paper to screen? We discuss that and more on this episode on horror adaptations from fiction!

Knock on Wood: Superstitions from Around the Globe

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 04:00:16 +0000

Black cats, broken mirrors, and Friday the Thirteenth. We're talking about all sorts of superstitions on this episode.

Not What It Seems: A Gaze into the Ghostwriting Business

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 04:00:08 +0000

Here, we discuss the harrowing downsides and happier upsides of the ghostwriting industry (Get it? Ghostwriting? Halloween?).

"Do You Like Scary Movies?": Horror in Pop Culture

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 04:00:02 +0000

From the classic Dracula movies to the groundbreaking Paranormal Activity films, we talk about horror through pop culture history!

Press Start to Begin: Narratives in Video Games

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 9 Apr 2020 04:00:17 +0000

Video games! You’ve played them. But have you delved deeply into their stories? Here, we talk about powerful narratives in video games.

Creatinuum - Trailer

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Tue, 7 Apr 2020 01:50:07 +0000

"Not My First Language": ESL in the Publishing Industry

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 2 Apr 2020 04:00:26 +0000

On this episode, we define ESL (English as a second language) and discuss its significance in the global publishing industry.

Hooked on Hot Topics: Tips in Trend Writing

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 04:00:15 +0000

What’s hot and what’s not? We talk about trends in online writing and the power of pulling in your audience on this podcast episode.

Not All Wounds Are Visible: On Mental Health in Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 04:00:17 +0000

On this podcast episode, we discuss mental health and mental illness awareness and representation in literature as well as other media.

Baby's First Books: The Growth of Children's Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 04:00:01 +0000

On this episode, we’re delighted to talk about children’s fiction and how the genre has changed—for the better!—over the years.

At World's (and Word's) End: The Apocalypse in Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 5 Mar 2020 05:00:02 +0000

Zombies? Mass extinction? There’s a lot to talk about when it comes to the apocalypse in fiction and media, so check out this episode!

Cite Your Sources: On Plagiarism and Its Potent Effects

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 05:00:03 +0000

It’s time to get serious on this podcast and talk about plagiarism—its forms, its use, and its consequences in academia and publishing.

Hashtag Fiction: How Social Media Has Influenced Writing

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 05:00:06 +0000

Social media + fiction = so many possibilities! Here, we discuss how the dawn of the internet has influenced literature and writing.

Writing at Warp Speed: The Advancement of Science Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 9 Jan 2020 05:00:01 +0000

Science fiction—the final literary frontier. Join us as we discuss this otherworldly genre and its growth in popularity over the years.

History, My Story: The Reaches of Historical Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 2 Jan 2020 05:00:11 +0000

World history has never been more fun to learn with the fascinating genre of historical fiction, which we discuss in this episode.

The "Zine" Zone: On the Self-Publishing Industry

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 26 Dec 2019 05:00:04 +0000

On this episode, we talk about the global self-publishing industry, aiding first-time authors and even political movements.

"I Ship It": The Evolution of Fanfiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 05:00:05 +0000

What is fanfiction? How has fanfiction grown from obscurity to being an online phenomenon? Find out on this latest podcast episode!

Love Wins: LGBT Fiction and Its Growth

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 05:00:10 +0000

Late posting! On this podcast episode, we talk about the growth of LGBT representation in literature and various media. Happy Pride Month!

Adaptation Mutation: On the X-Men Franchise

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 5 Dec 2019 05:00:21 +0000

Late posting! With the premiere of X-Men: Dark Phoenix, we’re hyped to talk about the X-Men franchise—from the comic books to the film series.

Great Things, Small Packages: On Flash Fiction

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 05:00:16 +0000

On this episode, we discuss flash fiction—a literary genre as quick as 1-Hour Proofreading’s newly launched editing service: Quick-E.

Breaking Down the Iron Throne: A Game of Thrones S08E06 Analysis

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 05:00:16 +0000

Late posting! Recovered from that Game of Thrones finale? Then listen to our discussion on the show’s last episode and its entire journey since 2011.

An Exposition on Book Expo 2019

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 05:00:09 +0000

Late posting! On this podcast episode, we talk about Book Expo 2019 and introduce a new upcoming service from 1-Hour Proofreading: Turtl-E.

For Whom the Bells Toll: A Game of Thrones S08E05 Analysis

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 7 Nov 2019 05:00:17 +0000

Late posting! If you’re dying for discussion on the penultimate episode of Game of Thrones’ final season, check out this Creatinuum Podcast episode!

"Nauseated" and "Nauseous": What's the Diff?

youreditor@1hourproofreading.com (Grammary) — Thu, 31 Oct 2019 22:47:03 +0000

On the first episode of the Creatinuum Podcast, we discuss similar words with different meanings, such as “nauseated” and “nauseous.”