Welcome to the 46th episode of Random Fandom!
Hosted By: Joanna and Laurie
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Warning: Our Longest Show Ever!
As a result of feeling extra chatty, opinionated and...enthusiastic...this week, we've produced this hour-and-forty-two-minute-long show. Thanks for your indulgence!

Livin' the Life in South Texas
We talk about the continuing rainfall that has given us a reprieve from our normal South Texas summer weather and mention a resulting phenomenon from the extra moisture: Toad and frog populations are exploding!

Paolo and the Queen
We talk about Paolo Nutini's recent attendance of Queen Elizabeth II's reception at the Palace of Holyroodhouse for people who have made a significant contribution to Scottish life. Joanna also mentions the Queen's podcast.

Related: Paolo's official YouTube channel, Paolo's MySpace page, Paolo's interview on ABC's "The Mix"

Give a Little Bit
Joanna highlights Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy, the UKs leading independent provider of music therapy services. Each year they provide over 30,000 music therapy sessions to children and adults in need.

The Audiophile Reviews
Joanna recommends LibriVox's New Releases Podcast.

Twitter and TV
Laurie talks about TV networks' use of Twitter.

From Pen Pals to Podcasts: Communication in Many Forms
Joanna talks about the 10th anniversary of the coinage of the word "weblog" and refers to this essay by Rebecca Blood. On a tangential note, she also mentions the CNN/YouTube co-sponsored Democratic Presidential debate to be held on July 23.

What's on the (You)Tube?
Laurie talks about the Goo Goo Dolls' video for "Before It's Too Late" and reads Robby Takac's responses to some questions regarding the making of the video.

In the News
We doubt the veracity of 10 Politically Incorrect Truths About Human Nature.

Word Play
The Human Brain Cloud amuses us; and we learn about the origin of everyday punctuation marks.

Two Shes in a Pod: Podcasting News & Commentary
Joanna introduces "You Don't Need an iPod," by Uncle Seth.

Have You Heard?
Laurie talks about the music of Jamie Owens-Collin, one of her favorite singer/songwriters from the '70s. She also mentions Jamie's father, Jimmy Owens.

Funky Food
Since many of our "Funky Food" items come from non-North American places, we decide to focus on funky things from our neck of the woods: We talk about Orbitz and food from the U.S. that non-Americans may consider to be unappetizing.

Comedy & a Thesaurus: A Match Made in Heaven!
Laurie talks about the "Comedy Thesaurus," a book she and Joanna want to own.

You Are Loved
Laurie shares a story about being encouraged by "You Are Loved," by Josh Groban; while Joanna is super excited about the upcoming September release of Josh's Christmas album. (Correction: The album will be released in November, according to Josh.)

Featured Band of the Week
Thanks to Black Lab for generously allowing us to play their song "The Real You" this week. Visit Black Lab's MySpace page to learn more about their music.

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Labels: Goo Goo Dolls, Jamie Owens-Collin, josh groban, paolo nutini, robby takac