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Presented by Hot Off The Press President Paulette Jarvey and Gail Booth, Paper Wishes Weekly Webisodes feature a new and different paper crafting technique each week-from the comfort of your own computer! Each video segment runs about 5-20 minutes and features the latest products, techniques, ideas and instruction—all at the click of a mouse. For the latest episode, visit PaperWishes.com every week. This podcast will feature some of our favorite episodes.
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Three 90's kids and book club friends discuss the entire Fear Street series by R.L. Stine. Mia and Michelle who read the books as kids are joined by Cassi who is reading them for the first time. Follow us @fearstpodcast on Twitter Check out our blog @ fearstreetpodcast.blogspot.com/ Music Cred: Creepy Loop by LisaCole
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The podcast for all sort of weird stories. From True Crime, Mysteries, and possible paranormal. Join Big Nate as he tells stories from all over the world that have one basic thing in common...they are all weird. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cult-ycrimesandminds/support
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Dolls of Our Lives

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The series you loved, book by book. Join Allison Horrocks and Mary Mahoney as they explore the wild world of American Girl fandom. In each episode, Allison and Mary will dive into an American Girl book from their (and perhaps your) childhood. Using their knowledge as professional historians and finely tuned instincts as amateur pop culture critics, they’ll take you back to a very different time—the 1990s. Formerly American Girls Podcast.
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Hi! I'm Dana and I run the small business Scrappy Stitch. I have met so many wonderful makers and have had some amazing conversations since I started my small business. I realized I wanted to share these conversations with other small businesses, so I decided to start the Handmade With Heart Podcast. Every month I scour the internet for micro and small businesses to feature on the podcast. We share stories, tips, and a LOT of laughs. So check your DMs - because I might be reaching out to YOU!
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For our final episode, we took some twinspiration from the newest historical AGs: Isabel and Nicki Hoffman. When we meet Isabel, she is trying to perfect her Spice Girls choreography in time for a performance on New Year's Eve. Nicki, on the other hand, is learning how to make zines and skateboarding around Seattle. Both girls are struggling with s…
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It's 1986, and Courtney Moore's summer break is off to a great start. After participating in Hands Across America, she's ready to hit the arcade, read her American Girl catalogue, and make new friends, including a boy named Isaac. But Courtney faces unexpected challenges when she hits the books that fall. When others learn that Isaac is HIV positiv…
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Join us as we travel back in time to our first episode! We’ll be back on April 1 with the second Courtney book (and a special guest!) Until then, enjoy younger versions of us when we were still learning how to podcast (but had timeless takes on Justin Timberlake). Subscribe to Mary’s newsletter, Landline, here: https://marymmahoney.substack.com/ Yo…
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Do you think of yourself as part of history? What about the Care Bears and Ms. Pac-Man? When American Girl first revealed that there would be a new historical character set in 1986, we were in shock. Having recovered from that surprise, we were delighted to meet the young person behind the bop "Hey Courtney." Through Courtney Changes the Game, we m…
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It's time for another American Girl road trip! In the second Claudie book, Brit Bennett takes us from Claudie's neighborhood in Harlem to her grandmother's house in Shellman, Georgia. Along the way, Claudie learns that there are different "rules" about living in the South and the North. She also sees a new side of her mother, an investigative journ…
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To round out our Julie coverage, we read something we think she would love: Matt Tavares’s Hoops. This graphic novel (based on a true story) follows an Indiana girls’ basketball team’s first season post-Title IX. We discuss the characters’ activism on and off the courts--and the ways that sexism persists in sports today. This episode also includes …
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On this episode, we chat with podcaster and pop culture critic Kate Kennedy. Kate is the author of One in a Millennial, a fresh new take on millennial culture (that also comes out this week). We talk about Kate’s early interest in American Girl and the process of writing her life story (thus far). Kate shares what it's been like to return to her ch…
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Happy 2024! While we take a break this week, we’re sharing a patreon ep from November where we answered patron questions about our book! Our patreon is a fun space where we share an extra listener-inspired episode per month, and offer access to our active discord community! Thanks to everyone who has bought, read, and shared our book! We love heari…
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We've already been through a lot with Julie Albright--but when a book promises a disco dance, we are in for the ride (and a mystery). In this episode, we travel with Julie to Chinatown and learn how to solve a crime after dinnertime. While reeling from roommate news and the discovery of a puzzling note, Julie has enough on her plate when she decide…
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Thanks for tuning into the 20th episode of the HWH podcast! On this episode I interview Adrienne from Quill & Paper Design Co. We chat about adding unique display pieces to draw people into your booth, setting up ads on IG, and keeping our own likes and dislikes in mind when promoting products. Dont forget to follow Adrienne at Quill & Paper Design…
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Julie Albright knows that few things are fair in fifth grade. Yet, even Julie is shocked to receive detention after passing a note and helping her new friend, Joy, in the classroom. On the heels of a useless afternoon in detention, Julie decides to run for office. While battling a fierce opponent promising time off and pizza parties, Julie also has…
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When your country is celebrating its 200th birthday, what kind of party do you throw? In the summer of 1976, Julie Albright wasted no time in getting herself involved in a complex bicentennial celebration. Along with her sister, Julie joins her cousin's family on a covered wagon trip to honor their country and Pony Express- riding- ancestor. On thi…
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Thanks for listening to the 19th episode of the Handmade With Heart Podcast. On this episode I interview Lesley from Tansy Dolls. We chat about creating demand for your product, semi custom orders, and how to develop your own art style. Don't forget to follow Lesley @ Tansy Dolls And you can find me @ scrappy stitch and the Handmade with heart podc…
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Mary Wiseman has played many roles in her life. For years, Mary was a first-person interpreter in the role of Martha Washington at Colonial Williamsburg and Mount Vernon. During her time in Williamsburg, Mary also played an important role in the creation of Felicity Merriman. We talked with Mary about her involvement in Pleasant Rowland's plans for…
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It’s book release day! To celebrate, we have a bonus episode featuring Kat Dennings. Kat sat down with us to chat about all things American Girl, starting with her early fandom. Tune in for an important millennial pop quiz, discussions of Kat’s AG-inspired fashion choices, and her current favorite things in pop culture. Resources: You can find epis…
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For years, @5Hensandacockatiel has been one of the bright lights on AGIG, the community of American Girl creators on Instagram. More recently, the artist behind the handle has gotten her name in American Girl catalogues, and her artwork featured in an AG store. On this episode, we chatted with Sydney Rose Paulson, a long-time AG fan and podcaster w…
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Julie Albright doesn’t want much for her tenth birthday. All she’s really asking for is $1,000 to save a pair of national treasures—what could go wrong? Book four finds Julie fighting for a new cause after a chance encounter with a hurt animal. This time, Julie wants to see eagles fly again. We discuss her latest campaign, Earth Day, and news on th…
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Thanks for tuning into episode 18th of the HWH pod. On this episode I interview Deven from House of Blackwell. We chat about turning your videos into engaging stories, resources for getting a lawyer if you need to protect your small business, and the pros and cons of being an autistic creator. Dont forget to follow Deven @ House of Blackwell and yo…
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Surprise! It's the winter of 1975 and time for Julie's third story. After a family fight breaks out on Christmas, Julie starts dreaming of a happier new year. With the support of her friend Ivy and the Ling family, Julie gets excited about new traditions. We discuss 1970s Christmas celebrations, the Ford White House, and what in the world is going …
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What do paranoid presidents and curious children have in common? Both find tape recording devices to be life-changing. In Julie’s second book, she learns a lesson about the power of surveillance and gets dubbed Little Miss Watergate. We follow along as she struggles to write a report on the best and worst things to ever happen in her life. We discu…
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Thanks for tuning into the 17th episode of the HWH podcast! On this episode I interview Miche from Miche Scott Handmade. We chat about using wild harvested ingredients, traveling the world while growing your small business, and using score.org to find a free online small biz mentor. Don't forget to follow Miche @ MicheScottHandmade and you can find…
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Julie Albright is going through some CHANGES and we are along for the ride! If you missed the six book format, you’ll be thrilled to dive into Julie’s world with us. In Meet Julie, we are introduced to the Albright family, BFF Ivy, and a coach/villain who rejects Title IX. Throughout this book, Julie has to overcome a number of challenges, includin…
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Some journeys start with a dream, or just a favorite doll. Author and public historian Kayla Chenault grew up with American Girl. Kayla's fascination with the 1940s (via Molly) even led her to pursue volunteering and then working at a local historical society. In this episode, Kayla shares her perspective on Melody’s stories and depictions of her h…
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Thanks for tuning into the 16th episode of the HWH podcast. On this episode I interview Heather from Lucy & Leigh. We chat about using the IG comment picker for giveaways, bettering your business from constructive reviews, and things we keep in a bag specifically for outdoor markets. Don't forget to follow Heather @ Lucy & Leigh and you can find me…
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People say that music has the power to take us anywhere. American Girl took that literally with the third Melody book, Music in My Heart. In this choose-your-own adventure novel, we follow a protagonist as she goes back in time and navigates Melody's world. This forces us to decide whether we'd rather make music with Melody's brother or learn about…
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Denise Lewis Patrick, you’ve done it again! In the second Melody book, our main girl takes on a number of new challenges. In addition to becoming a backup singer, Melody has decided to renovate a community park and participate in a boycott. We follow Melody and her family through the summer of 1964 and consider how her story sheds new light on a ke…
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Thanks for tuning into the 15th episode of the HWH podcast! On this episode I interview Pamela from Still Not A Hippie. We chat about creating different types of content for social media such as packing videos and ASMR, free classes available for small business owners, and setting up rewards and referral programs. Don't forget to follow Pamela @ St…
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In this episode, we dive into Melody Ellison’s world. While growing up in a busy home in 1960s Detroit, Melody is getting singing lessons and an education in civil rights activism. In her first Beforever book, Melody must gather up the courage to sing a solo in the wake of a national tragedy. Meet this aptly named American Girl and learn about the …
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We are SO excited to bring you a special episode with Aisha Harris, author and co-host of NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour. Drawing on her new book, Wannabe: Reckonings with the Pop Culture that Shapes Me, we talk American Girl and growing up with pop culture in the 90s. We love Aisha’s new book, and we think you will too! Check out Aisha’s new book he…
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Today we talk to Jay Tyler. A musician that has a very interesting story about a creature that scared he and his bandmates one night when it decided to jump out in front of them.All names have been changed, but the stories themselves are real. Enjoy!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cult-ycrimesandminds/support…
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Join us on an exploration of 40s nostalgia. Inspired in part by the topics most likely to be suggested for Father's Day gift books, we discuss why *some* stories and subjects seem to persist in mainstream popularity, while others get less play. We answer your questions about 40s nostalgia and share some of our favorite things from the decade (see M…
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Filing cabinet fans, here we go! For this Patreon episode, we are diving right into the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. This 1967 classic features the Kincaid kids, who just need a break from home — and the allure of solving an art mystery. Whether you really love hanging files, eccentric older people, or beds in museums, this book has…
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Thanks for tuning into the 14th episode of the HWH podcast! On this episode I interview Nicole from Crimson + Scarlett. We chat about selling on the Faire wholesale website, why prep days are so important, and using social media to create additional income for your small business. Don't forget to follow Nicole @ Crimson + Scarlett and you can find …
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Join us as we turn to our archives to bring you one of our favorite episodes: In episode nine, we turn our gaze to the American Southwest & the youthful, plucky Josefina Montoya. Our analysis of Josefina’s books begins with two powerful questions—first, given the place and time, is this the story of a colonial girl? Second, just how many references…
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Would you give up a ticket for a midnight (overnight) train to Georgia to make someone else’s dreams come true? In watching “Maryellen 1955, Extraordinary Christmas,” part of the “American Girl Story” series of short films, we learned that Maryellen certainly would do such a thing. She’d also do just about anything to make other children happy—espe…
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Time for yet another tenth birthday and a great American road Tripp! In her second book, Maryellen celebrates her big day in style, throwing a movie star party that turns into a public health fundraiser. After doing her part to cure polio, Maryellen is free to enjoy her summer and look forward to her sister’s wedding. But Mr. Larkin (Dad) has other…
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Thanks for tuning into the 13th episode of the HWH podcast! On this episode I interview Erin from Tubular Gear. We chat about the challenges that come with sewing discarded cycling tubes that were destined for the landfill, the difference between a micro biz vs small biz, and things you can do make your small biz more eco friendly. Don't forget to …
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Of all the questions put out into the world, some confound, others inspire, and a few just beg for follow up. But only Val Tripp would be bold enough to ask (through Maryellen Larkin): "how hard could it be to cut bangs?" Maryellen knows that nothing is fair in fourth grade, including the fallout from a quick and hasty morning haircut. We cover Mar…
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By the spring of 1942, so much has changed for Nanea Mitchell and her family. In the second book of her series, we find Nanea adapting to life under martial law, returning to school, and missing her dear friend Donna. When Nanea becomes aware that some dogs are getting involved directly in the war effort, she becomes concerned about her own beloved…
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Thanks for tuning in to the 12th episode of the Handmade With Heart Podcast. On this episode, I interview Meg from Hey Bug ceramics. We talk about focusing on self compassion, challenging yourself creatively, and dealing with scammers. Dont forget to follow Meg @ Hey Bug Ceramics and you can find me @ScrappyStitch and @the handmade with heart podca…
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Though she is only nine, Nanea just can't wait to grow up. Living with her family in Honolulu, Nanea dreams of being a teacher and sharing "the spirit of aloha" with others. Then, disaster strikes on December 7, 1941. Nanea's world gets turned upside down with the attack on Pearl Harbor. We discuss how Nanea's story can be compared to Molly's, whos…
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Once upon a time, a reader turned writer named Brit put an idea out into the universe. She told American Girl that she should write a book in the same vein as the stories she’d loved as a child. Cut to 2022, and Brit Bennett is the author of Meet Claudie, a new historical AG book. In this episode, we discuss Claudie’s meet book, which is set in Har…
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Welcome to the 11th episode of the Handmade With Heart podcast. On this episode I interview Lena from Pixie + Thistle. We talk about how Lena uses her background in illustration in her small business, creating a memorable logo that doesn’t distract from your product, and things to look for when trying to get into a brick and mortar shop. You can fi…
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A wild story about a murder that took place in a clothing store. Join Big Nate as he tells the story about the horrible murder of a sweet girl named Jayna Murray. The ending is definitely a trip. Thanks to allthatsinteresting.com for the article on this! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cult-ycrimesandminds/support…
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