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Four interlocking narratives set in four American cities form a richly comic feast about love, academia, an elusive Tibetan novelist - and SOFA, a protest group so mysterious its very initials are open to interpretation.

Bad Teeth follows a cast of young literary men and women, each in a period of formation, in four very American cities - Brooklyn, Bloomington, Berkeley, and Bakersfield. A Pynchonesque treat, it’s four (or more) books in one: A bohemian satire, a campus comedy, a stoner’s reverie, and a quadruple love story.

Annie Proulx, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Shipping News and Barkskins, showcases her “gritty and gleaming” (The New York Times Book Review) writing in Close Range,one of the most celebrated story collections of all time—includes “Brokeback Mountain.” Annie Proulx’s...

Boarded Surgeon Dr. Aaron Jackson of Midwest Veterinary Surgical Services on dealing with the cost issue for non-vital surgeries, and that there may be other options instead of the knife to dispel myths regarding anesthesia. Dr. Jackson is so prolific that countless Chicago-area families have met him. Joe Roetheli calls dental disease in dogs an “epidemic.” The […]

The Beatles landing in New York in February 1964 was the opening shot in a cultural revolution nobody predicted. Suddenly the youth of the richest, most powerful nation on earth was trying to emulate the music, manners and the modes of a rainy island that had recently fallen on hard times.

Archibald Abercrombie is a meticulous dentist whose orderly life is briefly upended after a chance meeting with the exuberant writer G. K. Chesterton. While initially intoxicated by Chesterton’s brilliant paradoxes and disregard for convention, Abercrombie gradually notices the physical decay and practical neglect hidden beneath the author’s verbal abundance. He eventually realizes that while intellectual spectacle can inspire, it often evades the necessary responsibility of repair and care.

** TRIGGER WARNING. THIS IS AN ADULT THEMED EPISODE** In this episode Afterlife Allie, Tombstone Tom and Bad Luck Bill explore the bizarre and controversial horror film 'Teeth' (2007), delving into its themes, mythology, and cultural implications. We analyze the film's production, symbolism, and societal commentary, providing a comprehensive understanding of its impact and message. An intense discussion on the horror film 'Vagina Dentata' exploring its themes of societal fears, female empowerment, and the disturbing portrayal of violence and trust. The hosts analyze the film's symbolism, ...

Another tale of evangelicals who use their charisma to con the faithful. Burt Lancaster, Jean Simmons, Shirley Jones and a cast of 50s heavies are all on hand. Based on Sinclair Lewis’ (Dodsworth) story. Shelly Brisbin with Micheline Maynard and Nathan Alderman.

The Malawi proverb "White teeth are no guarantee against bad breath" is a reminder that appearances can be deceiving. Just because someone looks good on the outside doesn't mean they're good on the inside. This proverb can be applied to many different situations in life, from relationships to business to politics. In this episode of the AFIAPodcast, we'll discuss the meaning of the proverb and share three nuggets of wisdom: - Don't judge people by their appearance. - Be careful who you trust. - Always be mindful of your own actions. 3 nuggets of wisdom: 1. Don't judge people by their ...