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Show name change and network rebranding

Discussion about upcoming changes to show and network names

• Details
  • Ali: Mentioned they are going through a name change soon
  • Macara: Confirmed the change was initially discussed as a joke but is now becoming more serious
  • Ali: Explained the new name will be “The Ali and Macara Show” instead of “Ali and Macara’s Books”
  • Macara: Noted the change gives them “more room to play” while still focusing on books
  • Macara: Mentioned the Broadcast Map Show will become “The Ali Musa Show”
  • Ali: Added that the network will be renamed to “Musa Slobodian Network”
  • Macara: Confirmed the Books Panel name will remain unchanged
• Conclusion
  • The show will be renamed to “The Ali and Macara Show” to better reflect the broader range of topics they discuss
  • The network will be rebranded as the “Musa Slobodian Network”
  • The Books Panel will keep its current name

Book discussion: “Lady Macbeth” by Ava Reid

Discussion of this week’s book selection with differing opinions

• Details
  • Ali: Appreciated the narration and performance but was not enthusiastic about the book itself
  • Macara: Found the writing beautiful with rich metaphors and sensory details
  • Macara: Noted her appreciation for Macbeth as a Shakespeare play and how this book amplified core themes
  • Macara: Highlighted the character development, especially the main character Roscille, whose name evokes roses with thorns
  • Macara: Mentioned initial confusion about place names and character names that vary by dialect
  • Ali: Indicated he would not finish the book as it’s not his type of reading
• Conclusion
  • Macara enjoyed the book and plans to finish it
  • Ali will not continue reading it but suggested followers should “keep an eye on socials” for surprises
  • The book appeals to readers who appreciate Shakespeare and classic-style writing

Next week’s book selection

Brief discussion about the next book to read

• Details
  • Macara: Asked Ali to pick next week’s book since this week’s selection was in her “wheelhouse”
  • Ali: Selected “Playing the Long Game” by Christine St. Clair
• Conclusion
  • Next week’s book will be “Playing the Long Game” by Christine St. Clair

Show format and content expansion

Discussion about the show’s format and new content areas

• Details
  • Ali: Mentioned they’re incorporating more tech chat into the show
  • Macara: Explained they’ve reached out to people to discuss Apple technology and updates
  • Macara: Clarified they won’t include tutorials as those are covered in Techstravaganza
  • Ali: Confirmed books will remain a core part of the show
  • Macara: Noted the show will continue to include their opening banter segment
• Conclusion
  • The show will maintain its focus on books while expanding to include more tech discussions
  • The longer show format introduced last week will continue

Upcoming shows and schedule

Overview of upcoming shows across the network

• Details
  • Ali: Mentioned Jim Tatti is scheduled for December 1st
  • Macara: Noted the Books Panel on November 28th at 7:30pm Eastern will discuss “Unladylike”
  • Macara: Announced Techstravaganza on November 5th covering Eye Catcher on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
  • Macara: Mentioned Techstravaganza is now available on all podcast platforms
  • Ali: Stated he wants to do Blue Jays content but it hasn’t happened yet
• Conclusion
  • Multiple shows are scheduled across the network for November and early December
  • Techstravaganza has expanded its distribution to all podcast platforms

Listener engagement

Discussion about ways listeners can engage with the show

• Details
  • Ali: Encouraged listeners to follow them on Goodreads
  • Macara: Mentioned they’d love to see listeners’ reading journeys
  • Macara: Emphasized subscribing to newsletters is the best way to get updates
  • Ali: Noted social media posts can be missed, making newsletters more reliable
  • Macara: Highlighted that WhatsApp and Messenger chats allow interaction with hosts and other listeners
• Conclusion
  • Listeners are encouraged to subscribe to newsletters for reliable updates
  • Social media, Goodreads, WhatsApp, and Messenger are additional ways to engage

Check out Ali’s Chat with Becky Coles from Thursday, Oct 30, 2025, if you Haven’t listened already, at the following link

https://broadcastmap.ca/2025/10/30/around-the-news-thursday-october-30-2025/

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