# Season 4 – Episode 12 – Hot or Not

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Podcast: [The Cracked Cauldron Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-cracked-cauldron-podcast-6741781)
Published: 2026-03-14T23:01:35+00:00
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## Resource

On this week’s Cracked Cauldron, Ed Bolden‑Greer and Jacob Garner wade into the strange stew of what’s bubbling up in the world, and what probably should’ve been taken off the heat a long time ago. It’s a loose, lively conversation full of half‑serious observations, half‑playful grumbling, and the kind of “only on this show” energy that makes everything feel a little unpredictable. Trends, moods, moments, and mysteries all get tossed into the pot, and somehow it all comes out tasting just right. A vibe check, a reality check, and a little chaos served warm.

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