The Portal is back for a fourth season, wherein we begin an exploration of the societies, cultures, and education system of the Disc. This week we focus on Ankh-Morpork’s institutions but, as always, there’s more to come.
Season 4’s contest is to name the Discworld book for the quote given. This will be a progressive contest—the quotes will get tougher as the season goes on. This week’s quote is: “Bravd became aware that he had fumbled the initiative.”
The winner of this season’s contest will get a mandala hand-colored by none other than The Medieval Gnome. No, seriously. He’s a gnome of many talents. Send your answer to this week’s question to randy@mindkindle.net.
The Portal is looking for submissions for an e-paper of news of the Disc. If you've ever thought it might be fun to try your hand at fan fiction, here's your chance. News, sports, weather, editorials-- even adverts. Please send your items to the Gnome at the usual address.
If you would like to have access to the latest Portal information and get involved in discussions of the Discworld books, characters, and just Disc-ly stuff in general, as well as be able to chat with the Gnome and with your fellow listeners (including voice chat, if you’re feeling adventurous), the Portal’s Discord server is the place to be. Just go to discord.com and search Friends of the Discworld Portal, or use this link: https://discord.gg/sk36B2p
The Portal acquired two new Patreon patrons during over the hiatus. Thank you, Luke and Bethany for supporting the Portal. It makes me feel great to know that you enjoy the show enough to make a financial commitment to it.
Finally we need to remind all of you, as always, to commit at least one random act of kindness in the coming week. No turtles or cats were harmed in the making of this episode.