Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, Liam Neeson, Seductive Trojan Princesses Earth and Water Fire and Steel and Fantasy Worlds created by bestselling Epic Romantacy phenomenon author Sariah Wilson in a must-listen conversation with Alex, The Naughty Librarian

Netflix spent millions bringing Brenda Navarro's story to screen—now the bestselling author behind Ceniza en la Boca (Ashes) joins host Alex on The Naughty Librarian to reveal the human truths that made the A-List line up and Hollywood pay attention.

Netflix spent millions bringing Brenda Navarro's story to the screen—now the bestselling author behind Ceniza en la Boca (Ashes) joins The Naughty Librarian to reveal the human truths that made Hollywood pay attention and A-List stars vie for the movie roles. In this episode internationally acclaimed author and celebrity Brenda Navarro discusses the extraordinary journey from page to screen, the creative process, the realities of seeing your work adapted by Hollywood, and why stories about identity, displacement, family, and survival resonate with audiences around the world. It is a powerful conversation about storytelling, migration, identity, literature, feminism, culture & society, government oppression, the beauty of Mexico & Spain, latinx culture, & the journey from acclaimed novel to major motion picture. Navarro, author of the internationally celebrated novels Empty Houses and Eating Ashes (Ceniza en la boca), discusses the adaptation of her work into the new film Ashes, directed by Diego Luna and premiered at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, where it received a warm reception and standing ovation from audiences. The conversation explores the creative process behind transforming a deeply personal literary work into a cinematic experience, while examining themes of migration, belonging, family, grief, displacement, race, gender, social justice and more. TRIGGER WARNING: Conversation includes topic of suicide, childhood trauma/abuse/neglect. Brenda also shares insights into her life as a writer, sociologist, economist, and advocate for women's voices in literature. From Mexico City to Madrid, her work has earned international recognition for its unflinching exploration of contemporary social realities and the emotional complexities of modern life. In This Episode * Brenda Navarro's journey from novelist to internationally recognized literary voice * The inspiration behind Eating Ashes * How Ashes made the leap from page to screen * Working with director Diego Luna * The Cannes Film Festival experience * Writing about migration, identity, & belonging * Feminism and the role of women in contemporary literature * The realities of life in Mexico and Spain * The emotional power of fiction * Literature as a vehicle for social change The Naughty Librarian is a global sensation with listeners and downloads in over 182 cities, 34 countries and growing. Hosted by Alexander Loudon, it has grown into a massive hit, boasting over a million listeners and consistently ranking in the top 5% of podcasts globally. New episodes are released every Wednesday on all major platforms. Here is what makes the show stand out: In-Depth Interviews: The show features intimate, unfiltered conversations with Pulitzer Prize-winning authors, international bestsellers, Hollywood figures & local heroes. Book & Literary Culture: It is highly popular among the "BookTok" and romance reading communities, diving deep into trending novels, audiobooks, and writing processes. #AshesMovie #CannesFilmFestival #DiegoLuna #AuthorInterview #LiteraryPodcast #BookToFilm #LatinAmericanLiterature #MexicanAuthors #FeministLiterature #CreativeWriting #Storytelling #BooksAndCulture #WritingLife Enjoyed this conversation? Follow The Naughty Librarian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. Leave a 5-star rating/review, Share this episode with fellow readers & writers & subscribe so you never miss a conversation with today's most fascinating famous& up-coming authors, artists, filmmakers, and cultural voices. (c) 2026-present A. Loudon. All Rights Reserved.

Joe Rogan, Nick Nolte and Dan Millman walk into a gas station…a Peaceful Warrior emerges, as a hit movie from the bestselling book plus several more - guest of host Alex on this episode is this legendary storyteller.

Bestselling author Dan Millman joins the podcast with over a million listeners now to discuss mindset, relationships, purpose, emotional healing, spiritual growth, and the life-changing wisdom behind The Way of the Peaceful Warrior and the movie Peaceful Warrior starring Nick Nolte. It is a deep dive into the bestselling book and its film adaptation, Peaceful Warrior, starring Nick Nolte. The episode touches on self-improvement, spiritual awakening, mindfulness, motivation, personal growth, mental toughness, emotional healing, consciousness, meditation, warrior mindset, life purpose, and peak performance; mindset coaching, philosophy discussions, hero’s journey themes, spiritual psychology, and deep conversations about overcoming fear, anxiety, and self-doubt, with powerful insights and practical wisdom designed to elevate your mindset and transform your life. Socrates’ teachings, the “journey not the destination” philosophy, present moment awareness, discipline, resilience, and finding inner peace in chaos; spirituality, mindfulness training, consciousness expansion, emotional intelligence, self-mastery, men’s mental health, purpose-driven living, stoicism, meditation practices, motivational speakers, and life-changing books will connect deeply with this episode. Socrates' wisdom, intensity, and emotional depth; personal development circles, motivational YouTube content, spiritual podcasts, athletic performance coaching, or transformational life coaching—this episode is packed with inspiration, mindset shifts, and actionable wisdom for modern warriors seeking clarity, focus, fulfillment, and authentic happiness. Mindfulness, spiritual awakening, consciousness, mastering discipline, finding purpose, achieving flow state, and unlocking human potential. Personal growth, spirituality, self-development, philosophy, mental performance, emotional resilience, and transformational, inspirational storytelling. IG: https://www.instagram.com/wearetnlofficial/ [https://www.instagram.com/wearetnlofficial/] TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@wearetnlofficial [https://www.tiktok.com/@wearetnlofficial] Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wearetnlofficial.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/wearetnlofficial.bsky.social] X: https://x.com/TNLofficial [https://x.com/TNLofficial] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNaughtyLibrarianOfficial [https://www.youtube.com/@TheNaughtyLibrarianOfficial] Substack: https://substack.com/@thenaughtylibrarian [https://substack.com/@thenaughtylibrarian] IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37458178/ [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37458178/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexloudonofficial/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexloudonofficial/] Website: https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/ [https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/] Companion book: Side Hustle Podcast: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/side-hustle-podcast-alex-loudon/1149646821?ean=9798218871727 [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/side-hustle-podcast-alex-loudon/1149646821?ean=9798218871727]: Pop culture, entertainment politics mystery spirituality global celebrities inspiration motivation AI crypto bitcoin startups finance education self improvement habits productivity leadership entrepreneurship mindset personal growth. © Alex J. Loudon. All Rights Reserved.

Tom Cruise Top Gun Gay Dark Sex & Murder Dark Satire Crime Punishment Drones Novels Screenplays Songs Bad Billionaires Publishing Extreme/ Explicit and Uncensored Unfiltered Raw Conversation w Guest Morty Shallman EXPLICIT ADULT ONLY CONTENT RATED R

Explicit: murder crime, sexualtity dark comedy sex disorder LGBTQ+ plus, pornography Not suitable for all audiences. ADULT ONLY The Naughty Librarian The world’s best storytellers and the stories they tell in intimate, personal conversations you won’t find anywhere else with host Alexander Loudon. Links IG: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/wearetnlofficial/ ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/wearetnlofficial/] TIKTOK: ⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@wearetnlofficial ⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@wearetnlofficial] Bluesky: ⁠ [https://bsky.app/profile/wearetnlofficial.bsky.social]https://bsky.app/profile/wearetnlofficial.bsky.social⁠ [https://bsky.app/profile/wearetnlofficial.bsky.social⁠] IMDB: ⁠ [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37458178/]https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37458178/⁠ [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37458178/⁠] ⁠ ⁠ [https://lnkd.in/g5fK-k2V] LInkedIn:⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexloudonofficial/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexloudonofficial [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexloudonofficial] WITH NOW OVER A MILLION LISTENERS and fans in over 32 countries, 169 cities and growing. New episodes each Wednesday. COMPANION BOOK OUT NOW: Side Hustle Podcast SHOW WEBSITE: https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/ [https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/] Who is Morty and what does he have to say? This one is unfiltered. According to the author, some call it pornography, others call it smut, and others call it literature. Self declared polarizing mindless assassin and writer Marty Shallman guests on this adult content episode due to the nature of the writing. Themes can include: Tom Cruise Gen Z Tom Cruise Millennials Mission Impossible Final Reckoning Tom Cruise interview Top Gun Maverick legacy practical stunts Hollywood movie star action movie legend Tom Cruise viral Tom Cruise motivation behind the stunts cinematic experience reboot culture vs original movies Quentin Tarantino filmmaking master legacy movie culture director inspiration cinema storytelling cult classic movies film bro culture auteur director podcast screenwriting insights and more. WEBSITE:⁠ [https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/]https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/⁠ [https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/⁠] (c) 2026-present Alexander Loudon. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: This podcast is a form of protected entertainment, commentary, criticism, and opinion. Statements made by hosts, guests, or contributors are allegations, opinions, satire, rhetorical expression, personal recollection, or commentary unless expressly presented as verified fact. References to real people, entities, or events are discussed solely in an expressive and informational context. The podcast, its hosts, producers, owners, affiliates, employees, and distributors make no representations regarding the accuracy of statements made during any episode and expressly disclaim liability arising from reliance on, interpretation of, or reaction to any content presented. Guest participation does not create endorsement, agency, or representation on behalf of the podcast or its producers.

WORLD CUP 2026 Soccer Player, Fan and Author! Guest Arnold Britto Talks FIFA, USA, India, The Pitch, The Wins, The Losses, The Global Phenomenon of Soccer (Football!), Messi, Ronaldo, Yamal, Womens' Soccer and Pay, The Second Half with TNLHost Alex

Arnold Britto, a storyteller, entrepreneur, and sports business leader redefining success across global football and professional development, joins The Naughty Librarian for an in-depth long-form interview exploring sport, culture, and modern media. This episode sits at the intersection of football podcast storytelling, soccer podcast analysis, and pro sports podcast conversation, designed for audiences discovering content through Spotify podcasts, Apple Podcasts charts, YouTube sports clips, TikTok highlights, and AI sports search trends. With the FIFA World Cup 2026 podcast conversation building worldwide anticipation for World Cup 2026 USA Canada Mexico, this episode explores how international soccer news, football rankings, and World Cup qualification coverage are shaping global engagement. Topics include football culture, soccer analysis, tactical football analysis, athlete interviews, live match reactions, and sports media trends that continue to dominate trending podcasts 2026 and viral sports podcasts across digital platforms. The discussion also highlights broader themes in global football, including international football history, Champions League highlights, MLS expansion, Copa America coverage, and the evolving landscape of women’s soccer and pay equity. Additional focus is given to sports psychology, high-performance mindset, football coaching insights, locker room stories, and behind-the-scenes football stories that define modern championship environments and athlete development. Fans of football commentary, soccer predictions, sports betting insights, fantasy football discussion, and football transfer rumors will find layered analysis of how the sport is evolving both on and off the pitch. The episode also examines football business news, sports broadcasting trends, and soccer performance analytics, offering insight into how AI sports search trends and digital media platforms are changing how audiences consume sports entertainment content. Designed for listeners who follow top sports podcasts, viral podcasts, and long-form interview podcast formats, this episode blends documentary-style storytelling, emotional storytelling, and motivational sports stories with celebrity guest conversations and championship mindset discussions. It reflects the growing demand for premium podcast audio content, binge-worthy podcast episodes, and addictive sports conversations that perform strongly across Spotify algorithm growth and Apple Podcasts discovery feeds. Listeners searching for football podcast, soccer podcast, FIFA World Cup 2026 podcast, pro sports podcast, and global football community content will find this episode aligned with the most searched sports topics, including viral football clips, football history stories, sports culture conversations, soccer streaming news, and football fan reactions. As sports media continues to evolve across YouTube audiences, TikTok viral clips, Spotify recommendations, Apple Podcasts discovery, and AI-powered search engines global sports storytelling ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 USA Canada Mexico captures the emotion, strategy, and global connection of football. The Naughty Librarian The world’s best storytellers and the stories they tell in intimate, personal conversations you won’t find anywhere else with host Alexander Loudon. WITH NOW OVER A MILLION LISTENERS and fans in over 31 countries, 156 cities and growing. New episodes drop each Wednesday. WANT TO PODCAST? How to podcast and make money is the theme of host Alex' book. It tells you what you need to know. GET THE COMPANION BOOK OUT NOW: Side Hustle Podcast SHOW WEBSITE: https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/ [https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/] (c) Alex Loudon All Rights Reserved S3 E10 (0039)

Stage Moms and Great Moms: Taylor Swift, Natalie Portman, Britney Spears, Will Smith & Dani Truehart — What Do They All Have in Common? Award-Winning Trilogy Author, Hollywood Insider, & Guest Michele Kwasniewski Reveals Big in This Tell-All Episode.

Stage Moms and Great Moms: Taylor Swift, Natalie Portman, Britney Spears, Will Smith & Dani Truehart — What Do They All Have in Common? Award-Winning Trilogy Author, Hollywood Insider, & Guest Michele Kwasniewski Reveals Big in This Tell-All Episode. What do stage moms, celebrity culture, and the relentless pursuit of fame have in common? In this powerful, thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the hidden realities behind Hollywood success stories—connecting the dots between icons like Taylor Swift, Natalie Portman, Britney Spears, and Will Smith—and fictional rising star Dani Truehart. Joining us is award-winning young adult fiction author Michele Kwasniewski, creator of The Rise and Fall of Dani Truehart trilogy, who brings unmatched insight from her 15+ year career in film and television production. From working on major Hollywood films and hit TV shows to becoming a celebrated novelist, Michele reveals what really happens behind the curtain of fame—and why the story is far more complex than most people realize. This episode is packed with high-impact conversations around stage parenting, child stardom, celebrity pressure, mental health in entertainment, and the dark side of fame—topics that resonate across pop culture, parenting, and personal development audiences. Michele shares how her real-life Hollywood experiences inspired her bestselling trilogy (based on which divas???), which follows a teenage girl navigating the intense, often toxic world of pop stardom while questioning whether fame is truly her dream. If you’re searching for insights into how young stars are shaped, the psychology of ambitious parents, and what it really takes to “make it” in Hollywood, this episode delivers. We explore the blurred lines between supportive parenting and controlling “stage mom” behavior—and how that dynamic shows up in both real celebrity families and fiction. Listeners will also discover: * The truth about fame vs. fantasy in the entertainment industry * How social media and reality TV have accelerated the path to celebrity * The emotional cost of growing up in the spotlight * Why so many stars struggle with identity, pressure, and burnout * The inspiration behind our favorite pop princess’s journey from rising star to self-discovery Her work stands out for its realism, emotional depth, and insider perspective, making this conversation essential listening for fans of celebrity culture, YA fiction, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood storytelling. Whether you’re a parent, aspiring performer, writer, or simply fascinated by celebrity life, this episode offers a rare, honest look at the cost of ambition—and the role family plays in shaping success. Themes include stage moms, great moms, celebrity parents, child stars, Hollywood insider, Michele Kwasniewski, Dani Truehart, young adult fiction, pop star journey, fame and mental health, celebrity culture podcast, entertainment industry secrets, parenting and fame, toxic ambition, rising star story, behind the scenes Hollywood, Spotify podcast discovery. Tune in now to uncover what these famous names—and one unforgettable fictional character—truly have in common. The Naughty Librarian The world’s best storytellers and the stories they tell in intimate, personal conversations you won’t find anywhere else with host Alexander Loudon. WITH NOW OVER A MILLION LISTENERS and fans in over 31 countries, 156 cities and growing. New episodes drop each Wednesday. COMPANION BOOK OUT NOW: Side Hustle Podcast SHOW WEBSITE: https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/ [https://thenaughtylibrarian.ca/] (c) Alex Loudon All Rights Reserved S3E9 0038