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Coffee Pod|cast
by Ali Morris and Emma Walsh
Join Ali and Emma as they listen to and then chat about a short-short story over their morning coffee.
Episodes
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 41 Liebestod
Love in a feed store lost in down the rabbit-hole of time. In their final episode, Ali and Emma return to one of their favourite authors, Jon Steiner to discuss 'Liebostod' narrated by Joel Horwood. Leave your feedback on this episode or on the series generally at the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook…
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 40 It Stretches Our Shape
An evocative piece which stretches the imagination. In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Tess Ridgway's 'It Stretches Our Shape' narrated by Sydney actor, Anni Finsterer. Let us know what you think, leave a comment of the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. 'It Stretches Our Shape' is published in...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 39 Disturbance
This disturbing episode carries a domestic violence content warning. Ali and Emma discuss Susan McCreery's microfiction, 'Disturbance' narrated by Sydney actor, Alex Neal. Join the discussion about the role that literature can play in depicting this pressing social issue on the Coffee Pod|cast...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 38 Timeless Crones
Older women drinking sherry and behaving badly at funerals, weddings, parties, anything. In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Elizabeth Hodgins' 'Timeless Crones' narrated by Ella Watson-Russell. They ask if you have any thoughts on some of the common tropes used to portray older women in...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 37 Particles In My Body
A surrealist microstory which is either a horror story about animal cruelty, the nightmarish abuse of a stuffed toy or just a typical breakfast in a long-term relationship. You be the judge of Lou Swinn's 'Particles In My Body' narrated by Eleni Schumacher. Let Ali and Emma know what you think,...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 36 Over Time
Is he over his time here? Is he stuck in time? What happened in the life of this avid cyclist? What happened to the light? And why did Ali's feet suddenly start growing? In this episode of Coffee Pod|cast, Ali and Emma have a go at joining the dots in this short but deep microlit by Kim Waters,...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 35 PenisScreen
Sydney author, Julie Chevalier gender flips the breast screening scenario in this microlit narrated by Lauren Hamilton Neill. Ali and Emma chat about 'PenisScreen' mulling over the question of whether reversals of this kind help to educate as well as entertain. Join the conversation on the Coffee...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 34 Rescued
A dark, psychological thriller or a poignant story of loss and resignation? Ali and Emma discuss 'Rescued' by Richard Holt read by Pam Nemeny. 'Rescued' is published in What You Might Find, a collection of short stories and microfiction by Richard Holt. About the Author RICHARD HOLT is a writer…
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 33 Proposal
When the personal is political. Ali and Emma discuss the impact of the marriage equality legislation on a lesbian couple in Jenni Nixon's 'Proposal' performed by Lauren Hamilton Neill. 'Proposal' is published in Flashing The Square an anthology of microfiction and prose poems. About The Author...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 32 Sea Womb
'It happens everyday and yet it is so profound.' In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss the marvel of birth and the magic of microliterature which shows us a world in so few words. Listen to Eleni Schumacher reading Christine Howe's 'Sea Womb' and join the discussion on the Coffee Pod|cast…
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 31 Morning Meeting
Do organised crime syndicates serve decent carrot cake at their planning meetings? Ali and Emma discuss Jon Steiner's satirical 'Morning Meeting' performed by Ella Watson-Russell. Includes a great creative writing exercise to try. Let us know what you think of this episode on the Coffee Pod|cast...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 30 Menieres
The story of the opera singer who developed a hearing impairment. In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Anna Spargo-Ryan's moving piece, 'Menieres' narrated by Anni Finsterer. Got a story to share about hearing damage? Join the discussion on the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. 'Menieres' is...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 29 All That Shudder
How the seemingly insignificant landmarks can spark powerful memories. In this episode, our caffeine-feulled literary podsters discuss Jill Jones' microlit, 'All That Shudder' narrated by Anni Finsterer. Is the dawn non-binary? Join the discussion on the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. 'All That...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 28 Time of Death
In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Deborah Van Heerkeren's 'Time of Death' narrated by Eleni Schumacher. Join the discussion about this poignant microfiction on the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. 'Time Of Death' is published in the Time anthology edited by Cassandra Atherton. About the Author...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 27 Breakdown
There's more on the blink than a car engine beneath the scorching outback Australian sun in Susan McCreery's 'Breakdown'. Ali and Emma share a coffee break while listening to actor Mark Dessiax reading 'Breakdown' and follow up with a wide-ranging discussion which looks at the many layers of this...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 26: Average Morning
Ever found yourself dregging on a bus on the way to work, fantasising about fries and pondering the metaphysics of seat allocation? Is there a word for mirroring manspreading behaviour? Is dregging even a thing? Find out the answers to these and other off-beat questions mulled over by Ali and…
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 25 Movements
Finding the sublime in the suburbs, this performance piece from Papua New Guinean-Australian writer, Alana Hicks has our two hosts in awe. Ali and Emma chat about the pastiche of images Hicks writes about in 'Movements' and they wonder whether you think it ends on a pessimistic note or not. Join...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 24 The Meteorologist’s Daughter
She frets about droughts and flooding rains, about pressure system's and cold fronts - it's in her genes, it seems. Take a listen to Mark Smith's 'The Meteorologist's Daughter' and find out what our podcast hosts, Ali and Emma have to say about this emotionally-charged piece of microlit. 'The...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 23 Ice Cube
Ever wished you could be put on ice? In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Sigley Hood's surreal microlit, 'Ice Cube' in which a woman finds herself literally frozen out by her family. Or is it she who is giving her husband and kids the cold shoulder? Listen to Eleni Schumacher's narration and...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 22 When B Moved In
It's common to build a picture in our minds about new neighbours based on the sounds that come through the walls - but what if this eavesdropping becomes the stuff of vivid sexual fantasy? In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss a variety of reactions to noisy neighbours when they listen to…
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 21 Aftermath
What impact does a simple act of compassion have on someone suffering post-traumatic stress? In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Shady Cosgrove's moving microfiction, 'Aftermath' published in the microlit anthology, Shuffle and narrated by Alex Neal. Our presenters have differing…
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 20 Birding
If your anxiety was an animal, what would it be? Ali and Emma sit down over a coffee and ponder this after listening to Brenda Saunders' microlit 'Birding' narrated by Anna Finisterer. Join the conversation over at the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. About the author BRENDA SAUNDERS is a Wiradjuri...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 19 Four Thousand Winks
Season 1 of Coffee Pod|cast ends with Ali and Emma switching to espresso tequilas to discuss Dominique Hecq's 'Four Thousand Winks' narrated by Whitney Richards. The discussion ranges from Dr Who to pregnancy sex and we ask do you remember your actual birth day? Tell us what think of our podcast,...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 18 Amelie
In this episode, Ali and Emma chat about Pamela Seckin's 'Amelie' which is performed by Eleni Schumacher. They discuss the movie which inspired this microlit and delve into the meaning of the ‘manic pixie dream girl’ trope it is based on. They reminisce about their own Paris adventures and ask...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 17 Call An Ambulance
In this episode, Ali and Emma chat about Shady Cosgrove's microlit, 'Call An Ambulance' which was performed by Eleni Schumacher as part of Spineless Wonders' live show, Little Fictions at Knox Street Bar, Chippendale in Sydney. Our curious podcast hosts ask what if this was narrated by a person…
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 16 Texting Through Time Zones
In this episode, Ali and Emma present Johanna Ellersdorfer's 'Texting Through Time Zones' performed by Felix Johnson. They chat about geograhically-challenged relationships and the issues we all face when mediating life in the world of social media. Have you had a long-distance relationship? Join...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 15 Addicted
In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Angie Holst's 'Addicted' which is performed by Lauren Hamilton Neill. See if you can guess what the addiction is before the reveal. Join the discussion on Facebook. About the author Angie Holst is an eclectic and versatile Sydney-based writer. In 2013 her YA...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 14 Blue Light Disco
In this episode, Emma and Ali discuss 'Blue Light Disco' written by Newcastle author, Kellie Hawkins and performed by Eleni Schumacher. Their chat ranges across topics from Brett Kavanaugh to ballet flats and they ask you to share your memories of primary school dances. Join the discussion on...
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Coffee Podcast Ep 13 Perpetual Motion
In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Samantha See's 'Perpetual Motion' which is performed by Eleni Schumacher. Do we all really need to be attached to a particular physical place to feel at home? Join the discussion on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/cofffeeepodcast/ About the author Samantha...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 12 Paper Lining
In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Eizabeth Tyson-Donely's 'Paper Lining' read by Eleni Schumacher. What is the weirdest thing you've found left behind by a previous tenant? Join the discussion on Facebook. About the author Elizabeth Tyson-Doneley lives in tropical Brisbane and is a writer of...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 11 To And From Your House
In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Angela Myer's 'To And From Your House' read by Eleni Schumacher. It's the morning after the night before and zombies are riding the Melbourne tram - or have our podcasters lost the plot? Join the discussion on Facebook. About the author Angela Meyer’s writing...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 10 Home Design Spring Catalogue
In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Bry Throssell’s ‘Home Design Spring Catalogue’ performed by actor Lauren Hamilton Neill. Is this an Alice In Wonderland scenario or a piece about dementia? Let us know, here on the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. About the Author Bry Throssell is a graphic...
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 9 Permanence
In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Lee Kofman’s ‘Permanence’ performed by actor Whitney Richards. In a world where nothing is really permanent, are we better off turning to the virtual world? Let us know, here on the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. About the Author LEE KOFMAN is an…
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 8 Traces
In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Tess Pearson's 'Traces' performed by actor Eleni Schumacher. So, are you an outdoor or an indoor toenail cutter? Let us know, here on the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. About the Author TESS PEARSON is a Sydney-based writer of poetry and prose. In 2014 Tess…
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Coffee Pod|cast Ep 7 Rights of Man
In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Jon Steiner's 'Rights of Man' performed by Joel Horwood and recorded live at Sydney's Knox Street Bar. Let us know what you think of the story, here on the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. About the Author JON STEINER is a writer and screenwriter who lives in...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 6 The Alternative Plan
In this episode, Ali and Emma discuss Vivienne Plumb's 'The Alternative Plan' performed by Oscar Morphew and recorded live at Sydney's Knox Street Bar. Let us know what you think of the story, here on the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. About the Author Vivienne Plumb is an Australian/New Zealand...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 5 A Hospital Birth
In this episode, Ali and Emma get serious with a discussion of Melissa Beit's moving account of an induced labour in 'A Hospital Birth'. It makes for compelling listening. Let us know what you think of the story, here on the Coffee Pod|cast Facebook page. About the Author MELISSA BEIT’S short...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 4 Well, Then
In this episode, Emma has chosen 'Well, Then' written by Susan McCreery, read by Eleni Schumacher and recorded live at Little Fictions at Sydney's Knox St Bar. Our presenters challenge you to find some sexual innuendos in this piece. Let us know what you think of 'Well, Then' by leaving a comment...
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Coffee Pod|cast Episode 3 Tooth
In this episode, Ali has chosen ‘Tooth' written and read by Jon Steiner and recorded live at Little Fictions, a show performed in Sydney's Knox Street Bar. Our presenters try to determine if this story is terribly sad, terribly funny or both. Let us know what you think of 'Tooth' by leaving a...
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Coffee Podcast Episode 2 Taken
In this episode of Coffee Pod|cast it's Emma's turn to choose a microfiction to listen to and discuss. Her pick is 'Taken' by Michelle Wright. The narration by Alex Williams was recorded in front of a live audience at Little Fictions in Knox St Bar, Chippendale. Listen in, join the discussion on...
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Welcome to Coffee Pod|cast
Australian short story publisher, Spineless Wonders is excited to be releasing the very first episode of Coffee Pod|cast and introducing your hosts, Emma Walsh and Ali Morris. Join Emma and Ali as each episode they select for you a microfiction, read by an actor, and then chat about it over their...
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How many episodes does Coffee Pod|cast have?
Coffee Pod|cast currently has 41 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Coffee Pod|cast about?
Join Ali and Emma as they listen to and then chat about a short-short story over their morning coffee.
How often does Coffee Pod|cast release new episodes?
Coffee Pod|cast has 41 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Coffee Pod|cast?
Coffee Pod|cast is created and hosted by Ali Morris and Emma Walsh.
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