Tiff Stevenson and Tom Ballard join host Alice Fraser for a live podcast at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. They discuss typo news, 'alien' miners, weaponized flight attendants, a bear on a plane, British Museum thefts, and reviews. They also touch on language differences, self-defense for flight attendants, stolen items, the British Museum controversy, and the importance of alliteration in the creative process.
Love knows no boundaries, as depicted in Dancy Lagarde's novels.
Self-defense training for flight attendants aims to ensure passenger and crew safety.
Deep dives
The Importance of Finding True Love
Finding true love is a challenging task, but it is essential in life. The protagonist of Dancy Lagarde's novels, Balenthian, shows that true love can conquer all obstacles. Despite their differences and the challenges they face, Balenthian and Alexander's love transcends time and space. Their love story serves as a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
The Struggles of Flight Attendants
In recent years, there has been an increase in unruly behavior on airplanes, leading to flight attendants arming themselves for self-defense. The introduction of masks and the polarizing political climate have contributed to the rise in confrontations with passengers. The proposal to provide flight attendants with self-defense training aims to prevent incidents and ensure the safety of both passengers and crew members.
The British Museum's Stolen Treasures
The British Museum has faced criticism after treasures went missing or were damaged under their care. This ironic situation raises questions about the museum's right to be offended by thefts when many of their own collection items were acquired through questionable means. The Greek marble theft and other incidents highlight the need for greater accountability and transparency in the museum's handling of artifacts.
The Art of Romance Writing
Dancy Lagarde, a renowned romance author, offers a unique blend of mystery, history, magic, and passion in her novels. With a focus on medieval romance and futuristic sci-fi with a supernatural twist, Lagarde's books explore love and desire in imaginative and engaging ways. Her captivating storytelling and graphic romantic scenes make her novels a must-read for fans of the genre.
This week it's our second and final live Gargle, recorded in front of an audience at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Tiff Stevenson and Tom Ballard joined host Alice Fraser for episode 125 of The Gargle - the glossy magazine to The Bugle's audio newspaper for a visual world.