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The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep268: APHRODITE, PATROCLUS, AND TROPHY WOMEN Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. Wilson examines Aphrodite's intervention on the battlefield and her representation of baser instincts like lust. The discussion shifts to Briseis, a "trophy" of

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 7:20


APHRODITE, PATROCLUS, AND TROPHY WOMEN Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. Wilson examines Aphrodite's intervention on the battlefield and her representation of baser instincts like lust. The discussion shifts to Briseis, a "trophy" of war, and her relationship with Patroclus, whom Wilson refuses to classify as a "beta male" despite his kindness. Patroclus is described as a brutal killer and Achilles' closest companion. The segment highlights the emotional depth of Achilles, who displays immense vulnerability alongside his capacity for violence. NUMBER 4 500 AD AMBROSI AN ILIAD

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep269: SHOW 12-30-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR THESDHOW BEGINS WITH DOUBTS ABOUT THE PURPOSE OF WAR-MAKING AS EXPRESSED MOURNFULLY BY HECTOR'S WIFE ANDROMACHE... SHOW 12-30-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR TRANSLATION AND T

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 6:06


SHOW 12-30-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR THESDHOW BEGINS WITH DOUBTS ABOUT THE PURPOSE OF WAR-MAKING AS EXPRESSED MOURNFULLY BY HECTOR'S WIFE ANDROMACHE... SHOW 12-30-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR TRANSLATION AND THE SEARCH FOR TROY Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. John Batchelor interviews Professor Emily Wilson about her new iambic pentameter translation of the Iliad. They discuss the historical location of Troy in modern Turkey and the archaeological layers discovered by Schliemann, who wrongly believed he found Agamemnon's mask. Wilson explains that while the Greeks viewed the Iliad as partly historical, it is a poetic imagining composed centuries after the events, designed for oral performance and rhythmic reading. NUMBER 1 HOMER'S NARRATIVE CHOICES AND ORAL TRADITION Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. Wilsondiscusses the "Homeric Question," noting that oral stories existed for centuries before the alphabet arrived in the 8th century BCE. She highlights the Iliad's sophisticated narrative structure, which omits famous events like the Apple of Discord and the Trojan Horse to focus intensely on a specific period of the war. The conversation compares the Iliad'sfocus on Greek infighting with Virgil's Aeneid, noting the distinct goals of each epic tradition. NUMBER 2 TRAGIC COUPLES AND DIVINE INTERVENTION Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. The segment explores key character pairings, starting with Helen's complex view of Paris and her weaving as a metaphor for the story. Wilsonanalyzes the tragic relationship between Hector and Andromache, emphasizing Hector's choice of duty over family. They discuss the gods' roles, particularly Thetis's prayer to Zeus which seals Achilles' fate, and Hera's bargaining with Zeus to ensure Troy's destruction, highlighting the interplay of divine will and mortal suffering. NUMBER 3 TRANSLATION AND THE SEARCH FOR TROY Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. John Batchelor interviews Professor Emily Wilson about her new iambic pentameter translation of the Iliad. They discuss the historical location of Troy in modern Turkey and the archaeological layers discovered by Schliemann, who wrongly believed he found Agamemnon's mask. Wilson explains that while the Greeks viewed the Iliad as partly historical, it is a poetic imagining composed centuries after the events, designed for oral performance and rhythmic reading. NUMBER 1 HOMER'S NARRATIVE CHOICES AND ORAL TRADITION Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. Wilsondiscusses the "Homeric Question," noting that oral stories existed for centuries before the alphabet arrived in the 8th century BCE. She highlights the Iliad's sophisticated narrative structure, which omits famous events like the Apple of Discord and the Trojan Horse to focus intensely on a specific period of the war. The conversation compares the Iliad'sfocus on Greek infighting with Virgil's Aeneid, noting the distinct goals of each epic tradition. NUMBER 2 TRAGIC COUPLES AND DIVINE INTERVENTION Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. The segment explores key character pairings, starting with Helen's complex view of Paris and her weaving as a metaphor for the story. Wilsonanalyzes the tragic relationship between Hector and Andromache, emphasizing Hector's choice of duty over family. They discuss the gods' roles, particularly Thetis's prayer to Zeus which seals Achilles' fate, and Hera's bargaining with Zeus to ensure Troy's destruction, highlighting the interplay of divine will and mortal suffering. NUMBER 3 APHRODITE, PATROCLUS, AND TROPHY WOMEN Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. Wilson examines Aphrodite's intervention on the battlefield and her representation of baser instincts like lust. The discussion shifts to Briseis, a "trophy" of war, and her relationship with Patroclus, whom Wilson refuses to classify as a "beta male" despite his kindness. Patroclus is described as a brutal killer and Achilles' closest companion. The segment highlights the emotional depth of Achilles, who displays immense vulnerability alongside his capacity for violence. NUMBER 4 AGAMEMNON'S FAILURE AND DIVINE POLITICS Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. This segment details the plot's catalyst: Agamemnon seizing Briseis from Achilles, causing the hero to withdraw from battle. Wilson explains the divine politics, including Hera trading three Greek cities to Zeus to ensure Troy's destruction. They analyze Agamemnon's flawed leadership; while he blames Zeus for his bad decisions, the poem portrays the immense difficulty of holding a disparate army together, leading to disastrous choices that necessitate Achilles' eventual return. NUMBER 5 THE GORE AND GLORY OF BATTLE Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. Wilson discusses translating the Iliad'svivid violence, drawing on insights from combat veterans regarding the trauma of battlefield death. A central theme is the treatment of corpses; possessing and stripping a dead enemy's armor is the ultimate sign of dominance. The conversation touches on the physical nature of the gods, who bleed "ichor" when wounded, and Poseidon's support for the Greeks in contrast to his brother Zeus. NUMBER 6 THE DEATH OF PATROCLUS AND HECTOR Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. The tragedy culminates with Patroclus ignoring Achilles' warning, leading to his death by Hector and the loss of Achilles' armor. Wilson describes Achilles' terrifying return to battle, equipped with new armor from Hephaestus, and his slaughter of Trojans. The segment covers the final confrontation where Achilles kills Hector and, driven by vengeance, drags his body behind a chariot, denying him burial rights and intending to mutilate him forever. NUMBER 7 GRIEF, GAMES, AND ACCEPTANCE Colleague Professor Emily Wilson. After Hector's death, Achilles finds a form of healing through funeral games, which offer a non-lethal model of competition. He even awards Agamemnon a prize without a contest, possibly as a slight. The poem concludes not with victory, but with a "humanitarian pause" for Hector's funeral. Wilson notes the ending focuses on women's lamentations, emphasizing the Iliad's enduring lesson on the struggle to accept human mortality. NUMBER 8 FEMALE AUTHORSHIP AND THE TROJAN WOMEN Colleague Daisy Dunn. Daisy Dunn discusses the legend of Phantasia, a rumored female source for Homer, and the myth of Leda and the Swan. She argues that the Trojan Warlikely reflects real historical conflicts at the site of Hisarlik. The segment highlights key female figures: Andromache, who offers military advice to Hector, and Briseis, the enslaved woman central to the dispute between Agamemnon and Achilles, illustrating the centrality of women to the epic. NUMBER 9 SAPPHO OF LESBOS Colleague Daisy Dunn. Dunn explores the life of Sappho, debunking myths about her appearance and suicide. She explains that Sappho was exiled due to her family's aristocratic background during a time of political revolution. The conversation covers Sappho's disapproval of her brother's relationship with the courtesan Doricha and her professional jealousy when students left her school for rivals. Weaving is presented as a metaphor for women shaping fate. NUMBER 10 ETRUSCANS AND THE WOMEN OF EARLY ROME Colleague Daisy Dunn. Dunn discusses the Etruscans, noting their advanced dentistry and the shock Greeks felt at Etruscan men and women dining together openly. Transitioning to Rome, they recount the violent founding myth of the Rape of the Sabine Women. The segment details the tragedy of Lucretia, whose rape and subsequent suicide led Brutus to overthrow the monarchy and establish the Roman Republic, making her a paragon of virtue. NUMBER 11 DIDO AND THE FOUNDING OF CARTHAGE Colleague Daisy Dunn. Dunn recounts the story of Dido, the clever founder of Carthage who tricked a local king to secure land. When Aeneas abandons her to fulfill his destiny, Didocurses him, foreshadowing the Punic Wars between Rome and Carthage. The segment explores her tragic suicide on a pyre, noting the societal judgment against her for breaking vows of celibacy, while acknowledging her capacity as a talented ruler and builder of cities. NUMBER 12 CORNELIA AND SERVILIA: MOTHERS OF ROME Colleague Daisy Dunn. This segment focuses on Cornelia, the educated "one-man woman" who raised the reforming Gracchi brothers to challenge the Roman elite. Dunn notes Cornelia's heartbreak as she tried to dissuade her second son from following his assassinated brother's path. The discussion shifts to Servilia, Caesar's long-term mistress and mother of Brutus. Servilia is depicted as a politically astute woman caught between her lover and her son, the future assassin. NUMBER 13 CLEOPATRA AND CAESAR Colleague Daisy Dunn. Dunn describes Cleopatra's dramatic entrance from a rug to meet Caesar and secure her rule in Egypt. Despite her intelligence and linguistic skills, the Romans viewed her with suspicion and distaste, labeling her a "whore queen." Dunn challenges the Hollywood image of Cleopatra's beauty, noting coin portraits show a hooked nose, and argues her power lay in her charisma and voice. She remains a figure of admiration today. NUMBER 14 ANTONY, FULVIA, AND CLEOPATRA'S END Colleague Daisy Dunn. The conversation turns to Mark Antony'sunpopular affair with Cleopatra and his wife Fulvia, who instigated a war in Italy to counter Octavian. Dunn highlights the Roman propensity for public emotion and early marriage. Following Antony's botched suicide, Cleopatra takes her own life to avoid being paraded as a trophy by Octavian. Dunn suggests the "asp" story might be a myth covering a lethal injection or poison. NUMBER 15 THE WOMEN OF THE JULIO-CLAUDIAN DYNASTY Colleague Daisy Dunn. Dunn profiles the powerful women of the Julio-Claudian dynasty. Livia is portrayed as Augustus's essential political partner and diplomat. The segment covers the tragic life of Julia, the lechery of Caligula, and the notorious reputation of Messalina. Finally, Agrippina the Younger is described as a co-emperor to her son Nero before he turned against her. Dunn concludes that Roman politics were bloodier but more politically savvy than the Greeks. NUMBER 16

The Bible Study Hour on Oneplace.com
Many People in this City

The Bible Study Hour on Oneplace.com

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 38:32


It was a cosmopolitan city. It was a commercial city. And it was a corrupt city. In short, it was very much like many of our big cities today. It was Corinth, a melting pot of people, a center of trade, and home to ten thousand prostitutes serving at the temple of Aphrodite. It was also a turning point in Paul's ministry. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29?v=20251111

Psychologie to go!
"Amor und Psyche" - Psychologie in Märchen und Sagen

Psychologie to go!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 59:14 Transcription Available


Zwischen den Jahren, zwischen die Ohren! Es ist wieder so weit: Zwischen Weihnachten und Silvester ist traditionell die Zeit für märchenhafte Erzählungen. Mit ihrem Freund Matthias Renger vom großartigen Podcast „Couple of“ widmen sich Christian und Franca erstmals einer griechischen Sage. "Amor und Psyche" erzählt von der sterblichen Psyche, die so schön ist, dass sie den Zorn der Göttin Aphrodite auf sich zieht. Deren Sohn Amor verliebt sich jedoch in Psyche, verliert sie aber, als sie aus Misstrauen sein göttliches Geheimnis enthüllt. Es folgen schwere Prüfungen mit ungewissem Ausgang. Franca, Matthias und Christian gehen der tieferen Psychologie in der antiken Erzählung mit Humor auf den Grund.

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep241: Professor Toby Wilkinson. Cleopatra seduced Mark Antony with a theatrical entrance as Aphrodite, securing a romantic and political partner. Antony relied on Egyptian wealth for his campaigns but suffered military setbacks, alienating Rome by ado

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 11:00


Professor Toby Wilkinson. Cleopatra seduced Mark Antony with a theatrical entrance as Aphrodite, securing a romantic and political partner. Antony relied on Egyptian wealth for his campaigns but suffered military setbacks, alienating Rome by adopting Eastern customs. Their union produced children and challenged Octavian's authority, leading to inevitable conflict. 2900 SUEZ

Conversing
Mary / Christmas, with Matthew Milliner

Conversing

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 57:14


What if taking Mary seriously actually deepens, rather than distracts from, devotion to Jesus? Art historian and theologian Matthew Milliner joins Mark Labberton to explore that possibility through history, theology, and the Incarnation. In a searching conversation about Mary, the meaning of Marian devotion, and the mystery of the Incarnation, they draw from early Christianity, Protestant theology, and global Christianity, as Milliner reframes Mary as a figure who deepens devotion to Christ rather than distracting from it. "I don't see how anyone cannot understand this to be the revolution of revolutions in regards to the way that women are understood." In this episode, they reflect on Mary as presence, witness, and theological key to understanding God's entry into human life. They discuss Marian devotion before the Reformation, excess and restraint in Christian practice, the Incarnation's implications for embodiment and gender, Protestant fears and recoveries, global Marian traditions, grief and discipleship, and why Mary ultimately points beyond herself to Christ. Episode Highlights "I love Jesus so much that I love his mom too. Isn't she great too?" " What relationship do you have in your life where if you knew the parents of the person you're in relationship with, that would damage the relationship? … It's a sign of deep intimacy." "There is no Christianity without Mary. That's how God came into the world." "She is my tutorial in grief." "If it's the real Mary you're dealing with, she will point you to Jesus." "The answer to the abuse is to point to the best use." "She became a presence in the church for me." "I don't see how anyone cannot understand this to be the revolution of revolutions." About Matthew Milliner Matthew J. Milliner is Associate Professor of Art History at Wheaton College, where he specializes in early Christian, Byzantine, and global Christian art. His scholarship explores theology through visual culture, with particular attention to Mary, the Incarnation, and Christian devotion across traditions. Milliner is widely published in academic journals and popular outlets, including Comment Magazine, where he has written extensively on Marian theology and Christian art. He is a frequent speaker and lecturer on Christianity and aesthetics, and his work bridges evangelical theology, Anglican practice, and historic Christian tradition. Milliner is also known for his teaching on icons, pilgrimage, and the relationship between art, doctrine, and discipleship. Helpful Links and Resources Read Matthew Milliner's column, Material Mysticism, for Comment Magazine https://comment.org/columns/material-mysticism/ Matthew Milliner, Mother of the Lamb: The Story of a Global Icon: https://www.amazon.com/Mother-Lamb-Story-Global-Icon/dp/1506478751 Matthew Milliner faculty page: https://www.wheaton.edu/academics/faculty/matthew-milliner/ Stephen Shoemaker, Mary in Early Christian Faith and Devotion: https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300217216/mary-in-early-christian-faith-and-devotion/ Rosemary Radford Ruether, Goddesses and the Divine Feminine: https://www.ucpress.edu/books/goddesses-and-the-divine-feminine/paper William Johnston, The Wounded Stag: https://www.harvard.com/book/9780823218394 The Angelus Prayer (recited in this conversation): https://www.usccb.org/prayers/angelus Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham: https://www.walsinghamanglican.org.uk Show Notes Opening prayer invoking Mary's witness, comfort, and example as a way of drawing listeners toward Christ rather than away from him Evangelical identity reclaimed as gospel proclamation rather than political alignment or cultural branding Early Marian devotion emerging "early and often" in Christian history, grounded in Jerusalem rather than later medieval invention "I love Jesus so much that I love his mom too. Isn't she great too?" Honoring Mary without worship, framed through Revelation imagery of the bride and the people of God Archaeological and manuscript discoveries reshaping assumptions about early Christian practice Marian devotion expanding intimacy rather than competing with Christological focus Newman on devotion requiring excess, extravagance, and emotional overflow to be genuinely human "Let the Christian Church let it boil over every once in a while." Reformation dynamics producing extremes: feverish excess on one side and stone-cold rejection on the other Rosemary Radford Ruether, Goddesses and the Divine Feminine Pagan goddess traditions contrasted with Marian imagery and their treatment of women's bodies Aphrodite imagery as endorsement of male desire versus Marian imagery as reverence for God's entry into flesh "Find me an image of Mary that does anything close to that." Incarnation reshaping how Christians see the female body, sexuality, and dignity "This is the body God entered the world through." The angel Gabriel's Annunciation and Mary's consent Annunciation framed as consent rather than coercion, with Luke emphasizing Mary's agency "Nothing happens to her until she consents." Mary as theological answer to pornographic and exploitative religious imaginations "I don't see how anyone cannot understand this to be the revolution of revolutions." Guadalupe as evangelistic bridge for indigenous peoples pointing toward Christ without blood sacrifice Mary's global accessibility across Muslim, Hindu, and non-Christian contexts "She is a real evangelist, Mary." Walsingham pilgrimage as Anglican recovery of Marian devotion Marian attraction functioning as penumbra drawing outsiders toward Christianity "If it's the real Mary you're dealing with, she will point you to Jesus." Abuse of Marian devotion acknowledged alongside historical self-correction within Catholicism "The answer to the abuse is to point to the best use." Matthew Milliner's personal spiritual journey from childhood Catholicism through evangelical conversion Anti-Mary phase followed by rediscovery through art history and theology "She became a presence in the church for me." Mary understood as presence rather than abstract idea, without becoming divine William Johnson's, The Wounded Stag: God is beyond gender Devotional practice as tributary flowing into Trinitarian worship rather than replacing it "There is no Christianity without Mary. That's how God came into the world." Angelus prayer as scriptural meditation culminating in Trinitarian praise "Pour your grace into our hearts, O Lord." Psychological and spiritual healing through Marian presence without theological confusion Mary as guide for grief through images of sorrow and seven swords "She is my tutorial in grief." Black Madonna traditions interpreted through devotion, time, soot, and divine darkness Darkness as sign of overwhelming divine light rather than absence of God #ConversingPodcast #MatthewMilliner #MaryTheology #Incarnation #ChristianTradition #AdventReflections #FaithAndArt Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment Magazine and Fuller Seminary.  

Garden Of Doom
Garden of Thought E.343 Goddess Game On

Garden Of Doom

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 84:56 Transcription Available


By way of Lithuania to Australia to the Garden, comes Kristina Dryza. She's a master of archetypes and mythology with a new age flair. Of course, new age is really just ancient age. Dryza helps us with our goddesses. Especially, those of Greece and Egypt. We discuss Hera and Athena. A bit about Demeter and Aphrodite. A touch of Artemis. Toss in a little Romanization too.We go across that pond and visit Hathor and Isis. Then we make stops at Inanna and some others.But we really explore archetypal themes rather than textbook definitions and descriptions. It's another far ranging and fun conversation with a new friend.

Griechische Mythologie - Das Chaos und seine Kinder
57 Der Trojanische Krieg - Vorgeschichte (Teil 1) Paris und der Zankapfel

Griechische Mythologie - Das Chaos und seine Kinder

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 28:54


Es ist soweit! Ich freue mich euch die Vorgeschichte zum trojanischen Krieg zu präsentieren. In dieser Folge geht es um: - die Hochzeit von Peleus und Thetis - Achilles' Zeugung - Eris' Rache mit dem Zankapfel - Hera, Athene und Aphrodites Streit - das Parisurteil Personen Peleus, Thetis, Zeus, Poseidon, Hera, Aphrodite, Athene, Eris, Hermes, Apollon, Hephaistos, Ares, Artemis, Nereus, Cheiron, Ganymed, Iris, Arke, Achilles, Paris, Priamos, Hekabe, Hektor, Kassandra, Agelaos, Oinone, Kebren LINKS https://linktr.ee/daschaosundseinekinder STAMMBÄUME u. SCHAUBILDER https://steady.page/de/chaoskinder/posts/9476fd9d-75cd-475b-88b1-d320569b23f0?utm_source=chatgpt.com LITERATUR https://steadyhq.com/de/chaoskinder/posts/b59d1093-cdff-4158-8dca-bc0ac992d47c MUSIK https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfnRMIFHHrE FR „Le Chaos et ses enfants“ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lechaosetsesenfants?utm_source=chatgpt.com INSTAGRAM @chaos.kinder https://www.instagram.com/chaos.kinder/?utm_source=chatgpt.com MAIL chaoskinderkontakt@gmail.com STEADY https://steadyhq.com/de/chaoskinder/about PAYPAL https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VB2QKC88H9NYJ CHAOS-SHOP https://chaoskind.myshopify.com/

The Worm Hole Podcast
135: Phoenicia Rogerson (Aphrodite)

The Worm Hole Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 50:10


Charlie and Phoenicia Rogerson (Aphrodite) discuss the latter's mythological comedy, an incredibly unique book about the Greek goddess of love which sports an ensemble cast of many narrators in an Ancient Greek theatre fashion, a variety of different modes and effective mediums of writing including interrupting footnotes, and more sexual references than Zeus himself could produce. Please note that this episode includes necessary mentions of mythological regular and sexual violence and swearing. General references: Pausanius says in his Description of Greece, chapter 19.2: "Now the shape of it is square, like that of the Her­mae, and the in­scrip­tion de­clares that the Heav­enly Aphrodite is the old­est of those called Fates." Disney's Hercules Books mentioned by name or extensively: Bram Stoker: Dracula Phoenicia Rogerson: Herc Phoenicia Rogerson: Aphrodite Suzanne Collins: The Hunger Games Release details: recorded 12th September 2025; published 22nd December 2025 Where to find Phoenicia online: Website || Instagram Where to find Charlie online: Website || Instagram || TikTok Discussions 01:41 Why Aphrodite? Changes made, and the Fates 07:01 Phoenicia's interesting writing style for her book, full of slang 09:47 Phoenicia's version of Zeus 12:25 The importance of humans in the mythology, how the gods rely on them, and how it's humanity who creates and furthers the story 16:14 Starting to discuss the different narratives and continuing on with the importance of humans to mythological stories 21:22 Phoenicia's favourite mythological character 22:37 Changing Cadmus' story to include dragons rather than serpents 23:57 The different written styles and multi-media writing Phoenicia uses, starting with the paragraph of one repeated word, and continuing on with the footnotes before talking about the way she allows reader interpretation 33:56 The chapter that is simply a list of the dead 36:34 The choice on when to change narrators 37:56 How the novel was planned 39:58 Did Phoenicia consider bringing her version of Prometheus back? 45:23 The ending, moving from Greek gods to Roman gods, in particular Aphrodite 47:03 Talking book cover knitwear 48:53 Brief notes about Phoenicia's next book

Amarok
AMAROK

Amarok

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 59:55


Pour le dernier direct de l'année, une première partie d'émission franco-québecoise en commençant par une révélation bretonne : MOUNDRAG ! Fermez les yeux et écouter ce son qui semble arriver tout droit des 70's, comme si les membres de King Crimson, ELP, Genesis et Deep Purple avait créée un super-groupe...Sauf que nous sommes en 2025 et que pour composer ce super-groupe bien ancré dans le présent, ils sont... deux ! "Deux" aussi comme le nom de leur 2ème album pour les frères Camille et Olivier GOELLAËN DUVIVIER (on avait déjà eu une idée bien enthousiaste avec le 1er opus entendu déjà dans Amarok à sa sortie). Alors d'Eux, que dire de plus pour vous convaincre d'en devenir fan ? Par exemple d'aller les écouter en live et dès ce samedi 20 décembre au VIP de St Nazaire !      Les années 70 au Québec pour les amateurs de rock progressif que nous sommes, resteront marquées par ce groupe qu'on pourrait d'ailleurs plus volontiers mettre dans la case "folk progressive", s"il fallait absolument tout classer... HARMONIUM, malgré une carrière en trois albums seulement, aura durablement marqué son époque et ce soir, nouvel hommage à son co-fondateur Serge Fiori parti cet été chercher la fameuse 5ème saison...Une histoire sans paroles mais tellement forte en émotions tirée de cet album poétiquement intitulé "Si On Avait Besoin d'Une Cinquième Saison" en 1975, mais rééditée depuis  sous le raccourci de "La 5ème saison". A écouter casqué pour  une téléportation garantie !  En France, 1989 était marqué par diverses célébrations du bicentenaire de la Révolution et c'est avec beaucoup d'audace qu'un certain Jean-Pierre Chevènement, Député-Maire de Belfort devenu Ministre sous François Mitterrand, confiait aux enfant terribles de son beau Territoire la charge de créer un spectacle ballet. Ces enfants (non pas du hasard, mais des grands noms des chanteurs à texte français et du rock anglais) se prénomment ANGE bien sur ! Alors qu'Amarok effeuille Cunégonde tout au long de la saison (je précise afin d'éviter tout procès, que Cunégonde est le nom du tout nouvel album du groupe ☺️), rien ne nous empêche de remonter dans le passé de cette prestigieuse formation avec un extrait de l'album crée pour ce bicentenaire : "Sève Qui Peut" !  Enfin pour terminer cette 1ère partie, direction le sud de  la France avec un extrait du tout nouvel album de  BOB SALIBA : "Testimony" , un album somme toute assez intimiste que l'auteur-compositeur dédie notamment à son fils mais aussi à ses proches et où le nouveau chanteur du groupe Sloane Square Band" y exprime une émotion palpable et rageuse. Une nouveauté recommandée aux amateurs de guitares qui saignent !  Poursuivant notre aventure progressive, traversons la méditerranée pour la Grèce ! Enfin sur le papier, car si APHRODITE'S CHILD est athénien, l'enregistrement de son 3ème et ultime opus "666" était réalisé à Paris, le groupe s'éloignant de la politique de persécution du régime des colonels. Évidemment censuré dans leur pays, cet album y sera remixé plus tard et cette version alternative est d'ailleurs parue l'année dernière dans une édition restaurée de ce double-album concept, l'un de mes préféré du rock progressif de cette période ! Puis les membres se sépareront pour suivre des carrières musicales dans des univers distincts comme la musique de film pour Vangelis ou la variété pour Demis Roussos.  LA représentante du Royaume Uni de cet épisode est la grande KATE BUSH avec un extrait de son 5ème album "Hounds Of Love" sorti en 1985 (qui se dispute d'ailleurs le titre du meilleur opus de l'artiste avec le précédent "The Dreaming"). Et si Dame Bush est inclassable, c'est une période ou sa musique flirt avec le rock progressif avec une utilisation intelligente des synthétiseurs car rares sont les œuvres des 80's dont les sons de claviers ont aussi bien vieillis !                     Proposant une autre ambiance mais tout aussi inclassable, l'avant-gardiste FRANK ZAPPA publiait en 1973 un album toutefois plus accessible que sa production habituelle : "Over-Nite Sensation"  avec ses Mothers Of Inventions. Une galette au son plutôt funky et au format plus ramassé, un bon moyen d'accès à l'univers incroyable de cet artiste iconoclaste et devenu culte !  Toujours en territoire américain mais enregistré en France pour boucler la boucle, de ce numéro d'Amarok, le nouvel album live de DREAM THEATER célèbre les 40 ans de la machine et bien sur les fans se sont réjouis du retour au bercail de Mike Portnoy ! Ce dernier annonce qu'un prochain album du groupe ne verrait pas le jour avant fin 2026 (c'est déjà pas mal !). En attendant, un extrait live de ce fabuleux "Quarantième, Live à Paris 2024", et je vous ai choisi un titre paru originellement sur leur 2ème opus "Images And Words"  en 1992. La semaine prochaine il parait que c'est Noël ! Pas de direct pour Amarok mais je vous concocte une playlist live rétrospective 2025 consacrée à un seul groupe, issus de différents albums des 70's sortis officiellement pour la 1ère fois cette année ainsi que des extraits de concerts de leurs membres solos également parus cette riche année pour leur maison de disque

Nephilim Death Squad
Cults of the First Century w/ Jamie Dyer

Nephilim Death Squad

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 124:57


Today on Nephilim Death Squad, we're joined again by Jamie Dyer—researcher, author, and co-host of Jay's Analysis—for a deep dive into the Cults of the First Century and how ancient goddess worship, mystery religions, Rome, Babylon, and early Christian persecution mirror exactly what we're seeing in culture today.We cover:

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep170: Gods, Warriors, and the Brutality of Patroclus: Colleague Emily Wilson discusses the gods' involvement, specifically Aphrodite and Ares representing base instincts on the battlefield, characterizing Patroclus not merely as gentle but as a bruta

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 7:20


Gods, Warriors, and the Brutality of Patroclus: Colleague Emily Wilson discusses the gods' involvement, specifically Aphrodite and Ares representing base instincts on the battlefield, characterizing Patroclus not merely as gentle but as a brutal warrior, also examining the status of enslaved women like Briseis and the deep intimacy between Achilles and his companion Patroclus. 1599 ARMS FOR ACHILLES

The Magick Kitchen Podcast
Kitchen Witches' Hearth: Yule Simmer Pot Magic & Year-End Gratitude

The Magick Kitchen Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 34:12


Send us a textIn this cozy Yule edition of the Magick Kitchen Podcast, Leandra Witchwood and Elyse Welles gather around the stove for a heartwarming, fully intuitive simmer pot ritual. Together they explore how scent, memory, and elemental magic weave into one of witchcraft's simplest yet most profound seasonal practices.Join them as they build two simmer pots — one on the stove and one in a tiny cast-iron cauldron — sharing the magical correspondences of rosemary, alfalfa, apple, clove, motherwort, lavender, bay, nutmeg, and more. Along the way, they reflect on the blessings of the past year, the lineage of their craft, the art of releasing what no longer serves, and the nourishment that kitchen witchery offers in the dark months.This is an episode filled with warmth, laughter, history, and heartfelt magic — a perfect way to honor the turning of the year and welcome the returning light.✨ Want to dive deeper into seasonal kitchen magic? Join Leandra's free two-day Kitchen Witchery Event on December 18–19, where you'll learn to create teas, salts, simmer pots, and more. 

Prophecy Radio: A Percy Jackson Podcast
Episode #146 – At the Drop of a Match

Prophecy Radio: A Percy Jackson Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 90:30


On Prophecy Radio episode #146, Karen and Kristen revisit Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 1 in all its glory, discussing their very favorite moments and any lingering questions ahead of season 2. They also delve into the latest news, including some new footage from the upcoming season. New episodes of Prophecy Radio air every other week. All discussions are PG-13. News and Updates (00:6:07) Do you have a Menchie's Frozen Yogurt near you? If so, make sure you stop there on December 10! The new Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2 posters depict the giants, Polyphemus, and even the sirens. Did you hear about the Percy Jackson and the Olympians official podcast? Rick is the Indigo Author of the Month, which means it's the perfect time to pick up the Sea of Monsters Deluxe Collector's Edition. (Rick shows off what it looks like on his Instagram.) Illumicrate is reprinting their exclusive Percy Jackson and the Olympians set! This is your sign to pick it up if you missed out last time. Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 1 revisit (00:18:44) It's time to jump into our revisit of Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 1, starting with–you guessed it–episode 1! Walker is so young in these episodes! And Young Percy is masterful in those early scenes (and the later ones, too!). We're still impressed with the CGI in this show. The cabin scene is so emotional–both Walker and Virginia bring their A-Game. Honestly, this pilot is one of the best we've ever seen. Our first question after jumping into episode 2 is whether we'll see the Council of Cloven Elders again. Will we get another montage in season 2 of all the things Percy got better at?? Was Annabeth watching Percy the whole time, or was she following Clarisse instead? How big are the other symbols going to be when kids start getting claimed? Clarisse is a textbook bully, and we're so excited to see her growth in Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2. Grover is smarter than both Chiron and Mr. D, and we'll be taking no objections to that. Episode 3 is fantastic for so many reasons, but especially the growth of the trio's relationship. Percy earned a lot of Annabeth's respect when he talked about why he chose her for the quest. Grover stood up to his friends, and that's super difficult. Percy IS impertinent. Medusa was a standout in this episode–especially her speech about how the gods are the real monsters. Episode 4 begins with Young Percy in the pool and ends with current-day Percy in the river. It's good that Percy got to see that not all mythological creatures are monsters. Will we see more of the Mist in season 2? Echidna was super terrifying, actually. Episode 5 is a standout, for sure. We get Percy and Annabeth's first hug, so mark that down. But the real emotional epicenter of this episode is during the chair scene and Annabeth's speech to Hephaestus. Ares is the worst, but we still kind of love him. “Thank you for the cheeseburgers and the emotional abuse.” Yeah, they're not going to shy away from his abusive relationship with Clarisse. Oh, Leah Jeffries is a PROFESSIONAL. Will they have a callback to this episode once Aphrodite is introduced? Episode 6 brings us to the Lotus Hotel and Casino. We also meet Hermes in this episode, and it's interesting to see Annabeth's interactions with him. We talk about Clarisse a little, too, and how she differs from Annabeth but has her own strengths.. Percy misses out on his dad, unfortunately. In episode 7, we get the long-awaited mattress shop scene, even if it was pretty brief. Cerberus is super cute, and Annabeth is so smart! We don't always love flashbacks, but they work super well in this show. How do we feel about Hades' casting? The best moment from this episode might just be the diner scene when Poseidon shows up. Finally, we talk about the Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 1 finale. Percy vs. Ares was awesome, especially that ichor effect. It's amazing to see Percy own his abilities and the relationship with his dad. What did we think of the look of Olympus? Lance Reddick will always be our Zeus. Poseidon totally still has the hots for Sally. We can't help but notice the lighting for the scene between Luke and Percy at the end. Grover's Searcher's license is a flower!! We're so excited for Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2. It won't be long now! Thanks for listening, and tune in next time for episode 147, where we'll recap Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2, episode 1, as well as all the latest news. This episode's hosts are: Karen and Kristen Each episode, Prophecy Radio‘s hosts will discuss any official news coming out of Camp Half-Blood before doing a chapter by chapter reread of Percy Jackson or one of Rick Riordan's other series. Follow Us: Instagram // Facebook // Tumblr Listen and Subscribe: Audioboom // Apple // Spotify Feel free to leave us your questions or comments through any of these mediums! You can also email us at prophecyradiopodcast@gmail.com or visit our homepage for archives and more information about our show. Prophecy Radio is a Subjectify Media podcast production. Visit Subjectify Media for more shows, including Not Another Teen Wolf Podcast, ReWatchable, and Not About The Weather, and for all our latest articles about the stories we're passionate about.

The Faeries and Folklore Podcast by Ronel
Irascible Immortals: Aphrodite

The Faeries and Folklore Podcast by Ronel

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 6:27


The folklore of Aphrodite in a nutshell and how I reimagined it for my writing.   Written and narrated by Ronel Janse van Vuuren. Copyright 2025 Ronel Janse van Vuuren — All rights reserved.   Learn more about Aphrodite here. Get the transcript here. Links mentioned in the episode: Newsletter: https://ronel-the-mythmaker.kit.com/671d4c97de Audiobooks of the podcast: https://payhip.com/RonelJansevanVuuren/collection/faeries-and-folklore-podcast-audiobooks Irascible Immortals books: https://www.ronelthemythmaker.com/my-books/the-irascible-immortals-series/ Learn more about the author and her writing here.   Music: Secrets by David Fesliyan (FesliyanStudios.com) and Dramatic Heartbeat by FesliyanStudios.com

Squaring The Circle
#69 EPIC! Randall & Sabin Howard, Master Sculptor Known As "The Michelangelo of America," talk WAR, PEACE, HISTORY and HUMANITY'S FUTURE!

Squaring The Circle

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 161:26


Two highly intelligent, creative, compassionate and accomplished elders of our society— Randall Carlson and Master Sculptor Sabin Howard— enter into a deeply honest and important conversation about life, art, education, sociology, world history, personal history, war & peace, science, spirituality, religion, architecture and sacred geometry. They also discuss humanity's evolving consciousness set against rapidly advancing technology and the geopolitical influences that are clearly at play. They even dip into transhumanism, suggesting that the proverbial crossroads upon which humanity now stands, demands that we make a choice; a decision of the utmost importance that is sure to indelibly shape humanity's future forever— all discussed over an EPIC, 2+ hour episode. We hope you enjoy this very deep, very compelling and very important conversation between two legends. ONLY RANDALL'S AUDIENCE GET'S HIS FAVORITE CBD PRODUCTS (for pain relief, for deep sleep and/or stress and anxiety relief) WITH FREE SHIPPING FOR LIFE: https://cbdfromthegods.com ABOUT SABIN HOWARD: https://sabinhoward.com/ Sabin Howard is the foremost practitioner of, and authority on, Modern Classicism. Sabin Howard grew up in New York City and in Torino, Italy. He studied art at the Philadelphia College of Art and then earned his MFA from the New York Academy of Art. For twenty years, he taught at the graduate and undergraduate levels. He has been elected to the board of the National Sculpture Society. He has received numerous commissions and has showed his work at more than fifty solo and group shows. After 45,000 hours of working from life models in the studio, he is the creator of three heroic scale pieces, HERMES, APHRODITE, and APOLLO, as well as many smaller pieces. His works are owned by museums and private collectors all over the world, and they have been favorably reviewed by The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Epoch Times,American Artist, Fine Arts Connoisseur, American Arts Collector, and The New Criterion, as well as many other journals internationally. He is an accomplished public speaker and is the subject of several television profiles. He is the author of the book THE ART OF LIFE with his wife author Traci L. Slatton.

Tyus Mcafee podcast
Is everywhere I go Aphrodite chamber huh... You'll understand when you get older

Tyus Mcafee podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 3:50 Transcription Available


Griechische Mythologie - Das Chaos und seine Kinder

Helena, die schönste Frau der Welt wird geboren und noch als Kind von Theseus entführt. Ihre Brüder, die Dioskuren, Kastor und Pollux (oder Polydeukes) retten ihre Schwester. Und Agamemnon, Menelaos und Odysseus bekommen jeweils eine Braut. Hinweis: Diese Folge thematisiert sexuelle Gewalt und Mord im mythologischen Kontext. Personen Nyx, Chaos, Erebos, Thanatos, Moros, Hypnos, Oineroi, Hekate, Erinnyen, Hesperiden, Moiren, Keren, Momos, Oizys, Apate, Philotes, Geras, Eris, Nemesis, Zeus, Okeanos, Aphrodite, Hermes, Leda, Helena, Tyndareus, Klytaimnestra, Kastor, Pollux (Polydeukes) = Tyndariden / Dioskuren, Herakles, Theseus, Ariadne, Peirithoos, Aithra, Idas, Lynkeus, Aias der Große, Aias der Kleine (Sohn des Oileus), Odysseus, Laertes, Diomedes, Tydeus, Sthenelos, Kapaneus, Antilochos, Nestor, Menestheus, Peteos, Patroklos, Achilles, Atreus, Thyestes, Agamemnon, Menelaos, Penelope, Telemachos, Eros Orte Okeanos, Sparta, Athen, Aphidna, Mykene, Ithaka, Troja, Theben, Taygetos Sonstiges kosmisches Ei, Argonauten, Kalydonische Jagd, Kalydonischer Eber, Amazonen, Tyndariden (Dioskuren), Sternbild Zwillinge, Musen, Die Odyssee, Der trojanische Krieg, Homer LINKS:Stammbäume & Schaubilder Literatur Musik Französische Version „Le Chaos et ses enfants“: Spotify Instagram: @chaos.kinder Mail: chaoskinderkontakt@gmail.com Unterstützung

Dreamful  - Bedtime Stories
Hero and Leander

Dreamful - Bedtime Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 41:54 Transcription Available


Drift away with the Greek myth of Hero, a maiden trapped in a tower with a prophecy warning her against venturing out. With the guidance of her loyal nurse, Hero dares to defy destiny and attend the feast of Aphrodite, hoping to find freedom and perhaps even appease the goddess herself. She meets Leander, whose nightly swims guided by Hero's torch symbolize a love that braves both myth and marine fury. The music in this episode is Frankel by Syntropy.Use this link to sign up for the Patreon Christmas special to receive a hand-written card in the mail, a sticker, and a shout-out on our Christmas episode!Text a Story Suggestion (or just say hi!)Support the showNeed more Dreamful? For more info about the show, episodes, and ways to support; check out our website www.dreamfulstories.com Subscribe on Buzzsprout to get bonus episodes in the regular feed & a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts for bonus episodes at apple.co/dreamful To get bonus episodes synced to your Spotify app & a shout-out in an upcoming episode, subscribe to dreamful.supercast.com You can also support us with ratings, kind words, & sharing this podcast with loved ones. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/dreamfulpodcast & Instagram @dreamfulpodcast! Dreamful is produced and hosted by Jordan Blair. Edited by Katie Sokolovska. Theme song by Joshua Snodgrass. Cover art by Jordan Blair. ©️ Dreamful LLC

Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
Origins of Aphrodite: The Sex-Positive Goddess

Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 58:52


Who was Aphrodite? She's often thought of as a goddess of sexuality, but there's so much more to this woman.Which ancient civilisation was she created by? How did the early Christians react to her overt sexuality? Was she ever thought of a sex worker?Joining Kate today is the fantastic author and historian Dr. Stephanie Budin, to introduce us to this fascinating goddess.*TW: This episode includes references to sexual assault*This episode was edited by Tim Arstall and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Freddy Chick.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  You can take part in our listener survey here.All music from Epidemic Sounds.Betwixt the Sheets: History of Sex, Scandal & Society is a History Hit podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Hook Up
Ancient Greek Myths Were Queer, Trans And Horny w/ Zoe Terakes

The Hook Up

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 31:13


Actor Zoe Terakes (Talk To Me, Nine Perfect Strangers, Marvel's Ironheart) is reclaiming Ancient Greek mythology in their debut novel Eros: Queer Myths For Lovers.In this episode, Zoe chats with Dee about why so many of the iconic Greek myths - from Zeus and Aphrodite to Icarus and Hermaphroditus - are really stories of queer and trans life, lust, sex, and revenge. And why it's so important to reclaim these tales that celebrate all types of love and bodies. SHOW NOTES:Zoe Terakes Insta: https://www.instagram.com/zoeterakes/?hl=en Eros: Queer Myths For Lovers: https://www.hachette.com.au/zoe-terakes/eros-queer-myths-for-loversDM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

The Magick Kitchen Podcast
Reviving the Ancient Gods: Hellenic Polytheism with George Lizos

The Magick Kitchen Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 67:08


Send us a textIn this landmark episode of the Magick Kitchen Podcast, hosts Leandra Witchwood and Elyse Welles sit down with spiritual teacher, psychic healer, and bestselling author George Lizos to explore the modern revival of Hellenic polytheism — the living religion of the ancient Greek gods.George shares his groundbreaking experience performing the first Hellenic polytheist wedding in Cyprus, what it means to practice an evolving ancient faith, and how community, ritual, and activism are helping restore sacred traditions to modern life. Together, they dive deep into the real essence of the Greek gods — beyond myth — and explore how these deities represent universal laws, virtues, and living forces that guide us today.From the mysteries of Zeus and Aphrodite to the misunderstood roles of Hekate and Dionysus, this conversation bridges witchcraft and religion, exploring how the old ways are alive, evolving, and deeply needed in our world.

Prophecy Radio: A Percy Jackson Podcast
Episode #144 – Musical Thrones

Prophecy Radio: A Percy Jackson Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 75:01


On Prophecy Radio episode #144, Karen and Kristen discuss the final chapter of The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan, as well as what they might expect when they pick up Throne of Fire sometime in the future. They also chat about the latest Percy Jackson news, including the surprising Aphrodite casting. New episodes of Prophecy Radio air every other week. All discussions are PG-13. News and Updates (00:14:01) Kate McKinnon has been cast as Aphrodite! Yes, we're surprised, but…we can see it. Kristen also found a couple clips from Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 3 filming which you can watch here and here. Blackjack and little baby Nico make an appearance! NerdDaily did an interview with Rick and Mark for The Court of the Dead. They describe writing the book as “improvisational jazz” and we really love that. They have no plans for the future, but that doesn't mean there might not be any…in the future. Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Create Your Fate: A Coloring Book hits store shelves on November 11. The Sea of Monsters graphic novel (with a new cover) and the Disney+ tie-in edition also come out on the same day. The Red Pyramid discussion (00:31:38) This is it! We're here to talk about the final chapter of The Red Pyramid and then make our predictions for what may come next. A lot happened in the last two chapters, so we do a mini recap. Carter gets the last POV chapter! The kids (and Amos) return to Brooklyn and are greeted by an enthusiastic Khufu. Muffin is safe and comfortable, and everyone gets a spot to sleep amongst the rubble. How thoughtful. It takes a while to rebuild the mansion, and each sibling has their own strength. Amos is still struggling with what happened to him, and we totally understand why–it was such a violation. Who is the real Amos and will we get to see him in Book 2? The amulets are safe, and we wonder what it'll be like when the kids are actually ready to host the gods again. Why can Carter see Anubis in his human form now? It must be so weird to see their old home in L.A. We were right about Julius, Osiris, and the Underworld throne! The banter between Anubis and Sadie is what romance books are made of! The situation with Julius is complicated to say the least, though we understand why he did what he did. Ruby shows up and we learn that she was kind of there with Isis when Sadie was hosting the goddess. Horus takes the throne of the gods and no one challenges him. Then all the gods bow to the Kanes. ZEUS WOULD NEVER. The gods restored the mansion, which is super nice, but we all know what we were really hoping for. Amos is leaving to go back to the House of Life and leaving the kids on their own. Except Bast is totally back! Carter thinks Sadie will want to go back to her grandparents, but she's totally going to stay with him in Brooklyn. We really loved the end of this book and how it hints to more coming soon. What were our favorite lines and favorite moments? What can we expect in Book 2? We can't wait to see the new recruits! Carter is totally going to track down the real Zia. The next book is titled The Throne of Fire, and we have a pretty good idea of what that could mean. Feedback (01:12:05) Thank you to Moon for sending in cute pictures of their kitty, Oreo! Thanks for listening, and tune in next time for episode 145, where we'll chat about the Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2 trailer, as well as all the latest news. This episode's hosts are: Karen and Kristen Each episode, Prophecy Radio‘s hosts will discuss any official news coming out of Camp Half-Blood before doing a chapter by chapter reread of Percy Jackson or one of Rick Riordan's other series. Follow Us: Instagram // Facebook // Tumblr Listen and Subscribe: Audioboom // Apple // Spotify Feel free to leave us your questions or comments through any of these mediums! You can also email us at prophecyradiopodcast@gmail.com or visit our homepage for archives and more information about our show. Prophecy Radio is a Subjectify Media podcast production. Visit Subjectify Media for more shows, including Not Another Teen Wolf Podcast, ReWatchable, and Not About The Weather, and for all our latest articles about the stories we're passionate about.

Cosmic Check-In Podcast
65. APHRODITE in Astrology: Seductive Power, Raw Beauty & Passion

Cosmic Check-In Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 30:51


Welcome to the "Cosmic Check-In" Podcast with your host and Astrologer Hannah from Hannah's Elsewhere. Join me in this episode as we explore Aphrodite in Astrology!Hannah's big 3 is Aqua Sun, Aries Moon & Virgo Rising. With a passion for sharing all things astrology, Hannah prefers to provide practical applications. She also explores the bigger picture and her own experiences. In Human Design, she is a 1/3 Emotional Authority Projector, making her guidance unique with plenty of research in her tool kit. Let's connect✨YouTube - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@hannahselsewhere?si=EcsmrtPQDbcwiwWjInstagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hannahselsewhere/⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a Reading - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hannahselsewhere.com/services/

The Whole Rabbit
Liber ARARITA: The Little Dogs of Hell & The Word of the Fool (Part 5)

The Whole Rabbit

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 55:51


Send us comments, suggestions and ideas here! In this week's episode we explore the final three chapters of Liber ARARITA, an obscure class A holy book from the mystic religion of Thelema which operates as an alchemical tool to reduce the entirety of the universe to a unity with God using Hebrew letters, angel math and creative visualization that is illegal in at least six countries. In the free side of the show we discuss the origins and occult meaning behind the Hebrew letter Yod and its complement in the text Tau. We discuss the Hermetic version of Neti-Neti, the High Priestess of the Tarot and the little dogs of hell. In the extended episode we loosen the eight belts of heaven, break into the Outer College, plough Venus, finish The Great Work and Go Beyond The Words of the Fool. Thank you and enjoy the show!In this week's episode we discuss:Hebrew Letters Yod and Tau (IT)The Little Dogs of HellHadit and NuitCrossing the AbyssExeptus AdeptThe Little Dogs of HellThe High PriestessNo, Certainly Not!In the extended episode at www.patreon.com/TheWholerabbit we finish the text and conclude by discussing:The Egyptian OMTo Know / SwallowThe Fire KadoshAt The EndSpiritual AlchemyThe Eight BeltsBeyond The Words of the FoolThis episode was prepared by Luke Madrid and Heka Astra, quotes read by Tim Hacker, Blue sections prepared by Mari Sama.Where to find The Whole Rabbit:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AnJZhmPzaby04afmEWOAVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_whole_rabbitTwitter: https://twitter.com/1WholeRabbitOrder Stickers: https://www.stickermule.com/thewholerabbitOther Merchandise: https://thewholerabbit.myspreadshop.com/Music By Spirit Travel Plaza:https://open.spotify.com/artist/30dW3WB1sYofnow7y3V0YoSources:Liber ARARITA / IAO 131https://iao131.com/commentaries/liber-dcccxiii-vel-ararita-sub-figura-dlxx/Book of Thoth:https://dn710008.ca.archive.org/0/items/out-of-print-and-rare-books-collection/BookOfThoth.pdfBook of the Law:https://sacred-texts.com/oto/engccxx.htmDion Fortune, Mystical KabbalahAleister Crowley, The Vision and the VoiceSupport the show

Goodfellow Materials Inside Podcasts
EP#14 - Innovation Discussed, Live From The Advanced Engineering Show

Goodfellow Materials Inside Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 27:06


This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the NEC, where Mark, Adam, and Aphrodite discussed the requirements for advanced material supply in 2026.More information: Hosts: Mark Daniels, Dr Aphrodite Tomou and Adam Sells. Goodfellow Cambridge Ltd: www.goodfellow.com Ask the panel a question: marketing@goodfellow.com

The Whole Rabbit
LIBER ARARITA: The Tree of Life vs. The Qlippoth, The Tree of Death (PART 3)

The Whole Rabbit

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 48:52


Send us comments, suggestions and ideas here! On this week's episode we continue our in-depth analysis of Liber ARARITA by Aleister Crowley. In this portion we compare the lines of Chapter 1, the good side of the Tree of Life with Chapter 2, the evil or Qlippothic Tree of Death. By exploring the overlapping and averse relationship between each verse we catch a glimpse of how each sephira on the Tree of Life really works when its energies are active in our life. In the free show, we make it halfway down the Tree and conclude our in-depth analysis in the second half. Along the way Mari gets incredibly personal with her experiences working with Lilith (the demon at the bottom of the Tree of Life) and finally reveals some of the more obscure lines of the text in their deeper meaning. Thank you everybody and enjoy the show!In this week's episode we discuss:The Something and Nothing, (Ain Soph Auir vs. Kether)Thaumiel, The Twins of GodThe Vile Chattering Apes and Babi's Giant P*nisFamilial CannibalismKing Phineus and the HarpiesMars and the PhlegethonIn the extended episode available at www.patreon.com/TheWholeRabbit we finish the Tree of Life and discuss:Thagirion, The Black Sun and Fight Club?The Corrosive Ones Samael, the Venom of God and the Lying FrogsThe Minotaurs Who Gnaw Their Tongues for PainMari's Personal Vision of Lilith and the Virgin MaryThis episode was prepared by Luke Madrid and Heka Astra, quotes read by Tim Hacker, Blue sections prepared by Mari Sama.Where to find The Whole Rabbit:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AnJZhmPzaby04afmEWOAVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_whole_rabbitTwitter: https://twitter.com/1WholeRabbitOrder Stickers: https://www.stickermule.com/thewholerabbitOther Merchandise: https://thewholerabbit.myspreadshop.com/Music By Spirit Travel Plaza:https://open.spotify.com/artist/30dW3WB1sYofnow7y3V0YoSources:Liber ARARITA / IAO 131https://iao131.com/commentaries/liber-dcccxiii-vel-ararita-sub-figura-dlxx/Book of Thoth:https://dn710008.ca.archive.org/0/items/out-of-print-and-rare-books-collection/BookOfThoth.pdfBook of the Law:https://sacred-texts.com/oto/engccxx.htmDion Fortune, Mystical KabbalahAleister Crowley, The Vision and the VoiceSupport the show

Multiverse News
Scrapped Ben Solo Star Wars Film, Blade Star Mia Goth Gives An Update, Walton Goggins Teams Up with Amber Midthunder

Multiverse News

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 45:30


Mia Goth is the latest actor shedding a bit of light on the long-shelved Blade movie from Marvel Studios. In an interview with Elle, promoting her upcoming appearance in Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein, Goth shared only that she is still attached to the film and commented that “It's for the best that it's taken the time it has. They want to do it right.” This is in line with Kevin Feige's comments this summer that the film is still moving forward.In an interview with the AP this week, Adam Driver dropped some major information about the Ben Solo movie in Star Wars that never was. Driver explained that Lucasfilm was interested in continuing his character's story in a film that had a script written by Steven Soderbergh. Driver was supportive of the script and the creative team took it to Bob Iger and Alan Bergman at Disney who turned the project down as they “didn't see how Ben Solo was alive.” Fan favorites Amber Midthunder and Walton Goggins will star in a new action movie from the creator of the John Wick franchise. The film, called Painter, has a major executive producer credit - with Avatar and Titanic director James Cameron serving in that role. Stunt coordinator Garrett Warren, who worked with Cameron on the last two Avatars as well as Logan and the Road House reboot, is directing the movie; a debut effort. The movie's plot will focus on Midthunder's character, trained as a child who must save her father after he is kidnapped.Lightning RoundKate McKinnon has joined the cast of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” Season 3 and will play Aphrodite.Jim Carrey is in talks to star in a live action film adaptation of The Jetsons from Warner Bros. Pictures that has Colin Trevorrow attached to direct and write the script. There have been attempts to reboot the animated series from the 1960s in some form at various times over the years, but this is the first project that seems to have some traction.Blumhouse's The Black Phone 2 took the number one spot at the box office this weekend with a worldwide box office opening of $42 million, with $26.5 million from North America and $15.5 million from international markets. Disney's Tron: Ares is at $103M global for ten-days and is currently bound to lose more than $132M off a $220 million net production cost.Colman Domingo has been cast as the voice of the Cowardly Lion in “Wicked: For Good.” The announcement was made on the “Wicked” Instagram account on Monday, with Domingo hiding behind a lion stuffed animal before revealing himself and saying: “See you in Oz!”Netflix has won the rights to adapt the popular Asmodee board game Settlers of Catan and is planning an array of projects — scripted and unscripted, live-action and animated based on the franchise.AppleTV has released some first look photos for Shrinking season 3 and has confirmed a release date. The series starring Jason Segel and Harrison Ford returns with a one-hour episode on Jan. 28, 2026 on Apple TV. The 11-episode season will then release new episodes weekly on Wednesdays, until the April 8 finale.Netflix has entered development on a series about the Kennedy family, described as the American version of ‘The Crown' and Michael Fassbender has been cast as Joseph Kennedy Sr.Andor actress Denise Gough has joined the cast of Greta Gerwig's Narnia adaptation.

The Whole Rabbit
Liber ARARITA: Chapter 1: The Tree of Life and The Archangels (PART 2)

The Whole Rabbit

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2025 50:23


Send us comments, suggestions and ideas here! In this week's show we explore the first thirteen lines from Liber ARARITA and explore each one's corresponding sephirah on the Tree of Life, discussing its corresponding planetary god from the Greek and Roman tradition along with a profile of the angelic archangel who rules over each station. This chapter corresponds to the “Good” side of the Tree of Life and explains it in fairly classical, straight-forward terms. On the free side of the show we make it all the way from Kether to Gevurah but discover that we've run out of time and resume our discussion of Tiphareth through Malkuth during the paid section of the show which includes a rousing discussion about Jacob and his battle with the angel we suspect to be Kamael. Tune in next week to hear about how the Tree of Life from this week matches up with the Tree of Death and its corresponding orders of demons. Thank you and enjoy the show!for more great content by Tim Hacker make sure to check out CryticChronicles.comOn this week's show we discuss:Surah 112The Ain Soph AuirKether, The CrownMetatronThe Vault of HeavenThe Flaming Star and the Sixfold StarBinah, UnderstandingZadkiel, Archangel of Mercy Chesed, MercyDaddy JupiterGevurah, Severity vs. Pachad, FearOn the extended side of the show available at www.patreon.com/TheWholeRabbit we finish discussing the tree and talk about:Tiphareth, BeautyThe Beloved Gods of the SunRaphael, Physician of GodVenus, Goddess of EXTREME LOVEJacob's Thigh and NetzachHaniel, the Romantic Angel. Yesod, The FoundationGabriel, God's Strength! Michael, God's BonkerSandalphon, Metatron's TwinThis episode was prepared by Luke Madrid and Heka Astra with angel commentaries included by Tim Hacker, Blue sections read by Mari Sama.Where to find The Whole Rabbit:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AnJZhmPzaby04afmEWOAVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_whole_rabbitTwitter: https://twitter.com/1WholeRabbitOrder Stickers: https://www.stickermule.com/thewholerabbitOther Merchandise: https://thewholerabbit.myspreadshop.com/Music By Spirit Travel Plaza:https://open.spotify.com/artist/30dW3WB1sYofnow7y3V0YoSources:Liber ARARITA / IAO 131https://iao131.com/commentaries/liber-dcccxiii-vel-ararita-sub-figura-dlxx/Book of Thoth:https://dn710008.ca.archive.org/0/items/out-of-print-and-rare-books-collection/BookOfThoth.pdfAbrahadabra:http://www.thelemapedia.org/index.php/ABRAHADABRABook of the Law:https://sacred-texts.com/oto/engccxx.htmTHE GEMATRIA NOTEBOOKS OF PAUL FOSTER CASEDion Fortune, Mystical KabbalahVision and the Voice:Support the show

Best Drum and Bass Podcast
Podcast 565 - Bad Syntax & Basket O Fries

Best Drum and Bass Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 95:29


tracklist and more info: https://www.bestdrumandbass.com/podcast565/Happy Friday my friends, we are back with another epic edition of the best dnb podcast! Skorpion just dropped an epic single on Abducted LTD and Basket O Fries is in the guest mix with a basket o fire. So lets go, your weekend has begun!Subscribe to the podcast: bestdnb.com/podcast  Skorpion - Take This Gun / Cavendish Scum [OUT NOW on Abducted LTD]Download / Stream: bestdrumandbass.com/altd129/Supported by: MNDSCP, Eatbrain Radio, Aphrodite, Stonx, Sindicate, Bytecode, 2Whales, MV, Chief Jesta, Odi, Korax, Bad Ace, ZIONOV ND, Drone, BassDrive, Pish Posh,ESKR, Mygr, Nightstalker, Nox, ARI-ON and More!Catch Bad Syntax alongside some of the largest names in the game in Atlanta for Jungle Bells 2025! Click the image for more info!

Teatime with Miss Liz
Miss Liz Serves Myron Edwards Comedy to Myth

Teatime with Miss Liz

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 54:10


Teatime with Miss Liz Rescheduled for October 17th, 3 pm EST. From Comedy Rooms to Mythic ShoresTopicHow a BBC comedy writer reinvented his voice through Cyprus-myth storytellingTaglineWhere laughter met legend—and a new author was born.Show DescriptionFrom the writers' rooms of BBC comedy to the sunlit myths of Cyprus, Myron Edwards charts a creative journey that blends sharp wit with ancient legend. We'll explore the origins of his Aphrodite-inspired trilogy—Mistress of the Rock, Scylla – The Revenge, and Julie's Odyssey: Alpha & Omega—and how place, history, and courage reshape an artist's voice. Tune in LIVE on all Miss Liz platforms or catch the replay on YouTube.On-Air Introduction “Good afternoon, beautiful souls. I'm Miss Liz, and today we're pouring a cup with a storyteller who proves reinvention is an art. My guest, Myron Edwards, began as a BBC comedy writer, crafting laughs for beloved radio and TV programs, then followed life's tide to Cyprus, where myth and memory called him to fiction. His trilogy—Mistress of the Rock, Scylla – The Revenge, and Julie's Odyssey: Alpha & Omega—blends contemporary life with ancient legend. Today, we'll talk craft, courage, and the moment when laughter meets legend. Welcome, Myron.”Closing Summary “Today, Myron reminded us that creativity has many seasons—sometimes comedy, sometimes myth, always truth. From the BBC to Cyprus's sacred shores, he showed us how a writer can honour the past while finding a new voice for the present. Thank you, Myron, for the wisdom and the wonder. And to everyone watching: share this episode with someone who needs the courage to begin again. I'm Miss Liz—every story matters, every cup plants a seed of change.”Bio Myron Edwards began writing comedy for BBC radio/TV before moving into advertising. Life in Cyprus awakened his passion for mythic storytelling, leading to his Aphrodite-inspired trilogy—Mistress of the Rock, Scylla – The Revenge, and Julie's Odyssey: Alpha & Omega—where modern lives meet ancient legends with heart, suspense, and place-driven wonder.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizTEE #MyronEdwards #Author #BBCWriter #Cyprus #Aphrodite #MistressOfTheRock #ScyllaTheRevenge #JuliesOdyssey #Storytelling #Mythology #WritersLife #Books #LiveShow #Podcast #PlantingSeedsofChange #DoDifferentGetDifferentResults

Power Presence Academy: Practical Wisdom for Leaders
E125: Rethinking Women's Leadership Archetypes | Integrating Athena and Aphrodite

Power Presence Academy: Practical Wisdom for Leaders

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 16:34


What if the real work of women in leadership isn't about playing the part, but rewriting the entire script?In this solo episode, Janet explores the deep inner tension that women leaders experience as they navigate cultural expectations of femininity and leadership strength. Through her own story of being cast as Aphrodite instead of Athena in a childhood play, Janet uncovers how these archetypes still shape women's experiences at work today.Drawing from her decades of research and personal reflection, she invites us to question the archetypes we've inherited, and to imagine new models of authentic, integrated leadership.In this episode:✅ Why traditional leadership roles weren't designed with women in mind✅ How cultural archetypes still shape how women lead and are perceived✅ The inner tension between being “feminine” and being “strong”✅ The story of Aphrodite and Athena—and what it reveals about modern leadership✅ Why awareness of “role tension” is the first step toward authentic integration✅ How cultural scripts—not personal inadequacy—fuel self-doubt✅ The call for new leadership archetypes that blend wisdom and compassion✅ What it means to create your own authentic model of leadershipAbout Janet Ioli:Janet Ioli is a globally recognized executive advisor, coach, and leadership expert with over 25 years of experience developing leaders in Fortune 100 companies and global organizations.She created The Inner Edge—a framework, a movement, and a message that flips leadership from mere success performance to presence; from ego to soul. Through her keynotes, podcast, and programs, Janet helps high-achievers find the one thing that changes everything: the mastery within.Her approach redefines leadership presence—not as polish or tactics, but as the inner steadiness people feel from you and the positive imprint you leave on individuals and organizations.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @leadershipcoachjanetIf you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days, check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

The Crane Bag Podcast
Ezra Pound: Canto One

The Crane Bag Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 39:50


Storyteller and poet Jay Leeming explores canto one of "The Cantos" by the American poet Ezra Pound. Sequoia trees, blood for ghosts, and the dance of Aphrodite amid a shimmer of gold. www.JayLeeming.com

The Archaeology Podcast Network Feed
Sunken Cities Part 3: Thonis-Heracleion, the City of Commerce and Ceremony - TPM 24

The Archaeology Podcast Network Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 35:58


In this episode, we'll explore the rediscovery and legacy of Thonis-Heracleion, a sacred port city that was lost beneath the Mediterranean Sea for over 1200 years. During its peak, the city stood as both a major checkpoint for foreign merchants entering Egypt and a spiritual center tied to the worship of Amun, Khonsu, Osiris, Aphrodite, and many more Egyptian and Greek deities.Rituals connected the site to Canopus through the Osirian Mysteries, and I'll share details about the archaeological evidence of these rites, including a sacred barge that carried the statue of Osiris between the two cities. As with its neighbor Canopus, Thonis-Heracleion became closely associated with a Greek mythical hero. According to Herodotus, this was where Heracles (Hercules) set foot in Egypt for the first time and Heracles became syncretized with Khonsu over time.Listen now to explore how the rediscovery of Thonis-Heracleion has helped reshape our understanding of Egypt's sacred coastline during the Late Period and Ptolemaic Dynasty.TranscriptsFor transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/24LinksSee photos related to episode topics on InstagramLoving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee!ArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAPN ShopAffiliatesMotion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Best Drum and Bass Podcast
Podcast 564 - Bad Syntax & Raid

Best Drum and Bass Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 93:55


Tracklist and more info: https://www.bestdrumandbass.com/podcast564/We are back with another epic week! We are celebrating the brand new slamming release by Skorpion out now on Abducted LTD, and in the guest mix we have RAID! So lock it in, your weekend has begun! Subscribe to the podcast: bestdnb.com/podcast  Skorpion - Take This Gun / Cavendish Scum [OUT NOW on Abducted LTD]Download / Stream: bestdrumandbass.com/altd129/Supported by: MNDSCP, Eatbrain Radio, Aphrodite, Stonx, Sindicate, Bytecode, 2Whales, MV, Chief Jesta, Odi, Korax, Bad Ace, ZIONOV ND, Drone, BassDrive, Pish Posh,ESKR, Mygr, Nightstalker, Nox, ARI-ON and More!Catch Bad Syntax alongside some of the largest names in the game in Atlanta for Jungle Bells 2025! Click the image for more info!

Sick Psych World
Lot Radio 10.03.25

Sick Psych World

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 58:00


1. Roberto Cacciapaglia – Sei Note In Logica ii 2. July - Dandelion Seeds 3. The Revolutionaries - The Gun Court Dub 4. Antonio Carlos & Jocafi - Hipnose 5. Davila 666 - Oh Baby 6. Carlos Fire Aguasvivas - Eclipse C (Hustle Bustle)/Eclipse D (Funky Side of Town) 7. The George-Edwards Group - You're Gone 8. Moe Tucker - Bo Diddley 9. Aphrodite's Child - Marie Jolie 10. Catherine Ribeiro + the Alpes - La Petite Fille Aux Fraises 11. The Trash Company - She

Harvest Bible Chapel Pittsburgh North Sermons - Harvest Bible Chapel Pittsburgh North

Introduction: Know Your Salvation (1 Corinthians 1:1-9) GRACE. (v4) Ephesians 2:8 – For by grace you have been saved through faith. GIFTED. (v5-7a) Ephesians 6:19 – also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel... GUILTLESS. (v7b-9) 2 Corinthians 5:21 – For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. Sermon Notes (PDF): BLANKHint: Highlight blanks above for answers! Small Group DiscussionRead 1 Corinthians 1:1-9What was your big take-away from this passage / message?If the Bible is so clear that we are saved by grace (Ephesians 2:8), why do so many people insist on earning your salvation or hold the idea that good people go to heaven?Explain 1 Cor 1:5 in your own words. How does this apply to your personal walk with Christ?What does 1 Cor 1:8 say about the doctrine of eternal security (once saved, always saved)?Why do you think Paul starts this letter by calling them sanctified (1 Cor 1:2) and reminding them of their salvation (1 Cor 1:4-6)? BreakoutPray for one another. AUDIO TRANSCRIPT Today is our ministry year kickoff and that also means that today is our anniversary.So today we are celebrating 14 years of Harvest Bible Chapel and we're like alot of 14 year olds. We've come a long way but we have a long way to go.Right? What kind of church is this? We sit on four pillars we have from thebeginning. We've proclaimed the authority of God's Word without apology. That'swhat kind of church this is. We lift high the name of Jesus in worship. That'swhat kind of church this is. We believe firmly in the power of prayer. That's whatkind of church this is. And we share the good news of Jesus with boldness. Thoseare the four pillars this church was resting on when it was planted by God'sgrace. Those are the four pillars today. It may it always be. So I want you to openup your Bibles to 1 Corinthians and we're just going to pause. I want you to justplease pray for me to be faithful to communicate God's Word and I will prayfor you to have a heart open to receive what it is the Lord wants to teach ustoday. Alright? Let's just take a moment.Father in heaven as we get into your Word now I pray that your Spiritwould work with your Word in the hearts of every person here. In the hearts ofevery person that is streaming or going to be listening to this podcast later.Father thanks to the technologies we have in our day. This goes out to somany people all over the planet and we thank you that you've given usopportunity and we want to use that opportunity to exalt your Word, to exaltyour Son. Father has to start right here.Father incline our hearts towards nothing but your glory. We pray in Jesus' name.All of God's people said amen. Amen. A couple of decades ago Aaron and I weredoing foster care and for about a year and a half we had a brother and sister.They were five and seven and it was at the time it was the worst case of childabuse in Butler County. I don't know if that's still the case but it was at thetime. But the five-year-old boy was pretty broken when he came to us. Hecouldn't even talk really and we tried our hardest to give them somesemblance of a normal childhood. You know? Well one of the things that we did tothat end was we signed our five-year-old, his name is Walter. We signed him up forsoccer and I played soccer in high school and in college so I was asked tohelp coach the team. Now anybody ever coach five-year-olds in soccer? It's areal hoot because coaches have to be on the field with the kids. Okay, not on theside shouting instructions. "Will, you're standing on the field with the kids andyou have to run." And did you ever see five-year-olds play soccer? Okay, it's notlike World Cup where they're all like spread out and passing. It's just thiswave of kids chasing the ball. Well we were really trying to get really tryingto get Walter to embrace this, right? It was a big part of my childhood. Justwasn't clicking. The kids would run by with the ball. We're like, "Walter, get theball! Get the ball!" And Walter would run a couple of steps and he'd go, "They're toofast." Like, "Walter, no, come on, come on, get the ball! They're too fast." And then hewould get increasingly frustrated. Walter's big insult for people was tocall them naked. So the kids would run by, I'm like, "Walter, get the ball!" He goes,"They're naked! They're naked! They're naked!" And I'm like, "Actually, they'reclothed, but we need you to hustle, right?" And I don't know if this is greatparenting or not. Probably not. But at one point, Aaron and I offered Walter 25cents for every time he even touched the ball. We paid up zero. Well the othercoach, she was the mom of the goalie. Before the first game, she pulled measide. She goes, "I just want to warn you. I can't remember her son's name. We'll callhim Joey." She goes, "I just want to warn you." She goes, "Joey doesn't like gettingscored on." I'm like, "Well, that makes sense." She goes, "No, he really, reallyoverreacts." Like, well, good to know. Well, sure enough, we got scored on. To saythat the kid lost his mind as an understatement, he started ripping hisclothes like trying to rip his jersey off. And it was this scene. It was likehe was turning into the Hulk. And I'm watching this. I'm like, "Oh, man, what isgoing on here?" And then all of a sudden, I realized, "Wait a minute. Where didWalter go?" All of a sudden, I lost the foster kid. You don't want to tell theagency that. I'm like, "Where did he go? Where is he? Where?" Then I looked down.Walter is celebrating with the other team. Hugs and high fives and...This unity on the soccer team, it was funny. But you know, when there's thisunity in the church, it's not so funny. Let's be honest, we're a lot like thosekids in the soccer team sometimes, aren't we? Irrationally losing our minds overstupid things, calling people names, not wanting to participate. That's the themeof this first stretch in 1 Corinthians. You're gonna be hearing this a lot,because it's important to the heart of God, so it's important to the heart ofthe leaders in this church. Get unified. Church, we need to get unified.1 Corinthians was written to the church in Corinth, and you have tounderstand a little bit about their background. The city of Corinth wascorrupt. Like, how corrupt were they? They were so corrupt that the city's veryname became synonymous with immorality.They were known for their temple to the false goddess Aphrodite, the goddess oflove, and they had about a thousand priestesses who served as prostitutes.So you can imagine what passed for worship in Corinth.Well, it's in that backdrop that the Apostle Paul planted a church. You can readabout this, little homework assignment for you. Acts chapter 18. Go home and read it.Not right now, but go home and read it, and you'll see how the church was planted.So you have this church planted in this horrible city, and the church, the churchitself, was absolutely perfect. They just had two problems. Bad doctrine and badbehavior. Other than that, they were perfect. What the Corinthian church neededwas unity and purity. Look at chapter 1 verse 1. Paul called by the will of Godto be an apostle of Christ Jesus and our brother Sostenes to the church of Godthat is in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saintstogether with all those who in every place call upon the name of our LordJesus Christ, both their Lord and ours. Grace to you in peace from God, ourFather, and the Lord Jesus Christ. This church had a lot of problems, and we'regoing to be getting into that. And if you're familiar with God's word at all,you know. And it's so interesting to me that Paul starts this letter saying, hey,you Christians, those of you in Christ Jesus, you are sanctified. That word meansholy, I mean set apart. And then he goes, he calls them saints. Again, the wordmeans holy. Saint is a name for all true Christians, by the way. And when you lookat this little introduction, you're like, wow, Paul, that's quite a thing to saywhen you consider the rest of the book. And we're going to see as we go throughthis, but these Christians were worldly, and they were divisive, and there wassexual sin, and the list goes on and on and on. They were just, they were somessed up in so many ways. And why in the world would Paul kick this letter up bysaying you sanctified saints you? Like, why would he start that way?What, was it to butter them up? Like, I'm about to lay the hammer down, so I'm justgoing to make you feel good on the front. That wasn't it. Was Paul justignoring all their problems? Like, maybe if I don't mention it, they'll go away.No, that's certainly not it. So why did he start by calling them sanctifiedsaints? Why? Because it was true. Wait, wait, wait. How can they be holy and stillstruggle with being holy? Well, biblically, when we talk about holiness,holiness is two things. There's positional holiness, and there is practicalholiness. Positional holiness is when you receive Jesus Christ as your Lord andSavior, when you believe in Him, when you are born again, God pronounces you holy.In God's eyes, He's looking at you through the lens of Jesus Christ, and from God'sperspective, He says you are perfectly holy. We're going to talk more about thatin just a couple of minutes. So while we are positionally holy, practicalholiness, that is the growing, living like Christ, growing in Christ'slikeness, doing the things that honor the Lord, growing in maturity as a Christian.Put it this way, the Christian life is growing to be what God already pronouncedyou to be. That's what the Christian life is. It's growing to be what Godalready pronounced you to be. It's like joining the army. When you enlist in thearmy, as soon as you enlist, you are a soldier. So why go to boot camp? Why doyou go to boot camp? So they make you a soldier. You're like, "Wait, I thought Ialready was." You are. That's what the army does. They're making you what they'vecalled you to be. That's what God does in holiness. He's pronounced you holy andJesus, and your sanctification, your growth, your maturity. He is making you whatHe's already pronounced you to be. So now do you understand why Paul started theletter this way? Paul says, "Granthians, this is who you are. This is your identity.You are holy people." So we're going to get to this down the road. Paul's saying,"If you're holy, why are you acting unholy? Sin is inconsistent with who youare." So if we, Corinthian church, if we harvest Bible chapel, if we are going tobe unified and purified, it has to start here. You have to know your salvation.That's where Paul starts. So on your outline, I want you to draw three wordsdown. Know your salvation. Now this passage we're looking at today says somuch in just a few short verses. It says so much about salvation. The Bibleitself says so much about salvation, but you're going to see here in this passageknowing salvation is really knowing three G's. Your cell phone might needfive G's, God only needs three. Know your salvation. Three G's, it's allstraight from the text. Here's what you have to know about your salvation.If you're going to grow in unity and purity, here's what you have to knowabout your salvation. Number one, write this word down. Grace.Look at verse 4. "I give thanks to my God always for you, because of the grace ofGod that was given you in Christ Jesus." And I get to tell you as a pastor, I lovethat. He says, "I give thanks for you." Again, the church had so many issues thatPaul needed to deal with, but notice he didn't see them for where they are. Hesaw them for who they are. It's like, "I give thanks for you." Why? They were given.Actually, that word in the Greek refers to being given something at a moment oftime in the past. You know, I'm thankful for you because at one point in your past,you were given one of the most beautiful words in the whole Bible. The word isgrace. You were given grace. You know, that's a word that we throw around a lotin church. Sometimes we don't wrestle down what exactly it means.You look up a theology textbook, grace is unmerited favor. It is undeservedkindness. But you know, the best definition of grace I've ever heard isthis, grace is God giving to you what He requires from you. That's grace. Godgiving to you what He requires from you. What does God require from you?Holiness, righteousness, perfection. God requires that. We don't have it. Grace isGod giving that to us in Jesus Christ. Sometimes we mix up grace with otherconcepts in the Bible like long suffering and mercy and things like that. Myfavorite illustration, some of you have heard this before. You're going to hear itagain. It helps me to really understand what grace is, is this. Imagine that youhave a teenage son. Some of you do and some of you did. Some of you will andsome of you can use your imaginations. But imagine you have a teenage son andyour teenage son goes to a party. And at this party there's another boy, same ageas your son, who hates your son. Something stupid probably, a girl andmurders your son. Cold-blooded murder, unprovoked murder. This other kidmurders your son. Now, if you track that kid down that murders your son, if youtrack him down and you kill him, that is called vengeance. But if you track himdown and you help the law, you help the police get him arrested, that's calledjustice. But if you track him down, help the police get him arrested and you showup at his court date and somehow, somehow, you're able to convince the judge tojust let him go. Like just let him go. That's called mercy. But you help thepolice track him down, arrest him and you show up at his court date and somehow,somehow, you convince the judge to allow you to adopt that kid as your own andraise him as your own son. That's called grace. And understand that's what God hasdone for us in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We have sinned against him and wekilled his son. And what's God's response to that? God's response is, "I want toadopt you." That is grace. The Bible tells us, Ephesians chapter 2, "For by grace youhave been saved through faith." By grace we have been saved, we've been adopted, we'vebeen regenerated, we've been sanctified. It's all grace. Grace isn't withheldbecause of our sin. God is able to be gracious to us because Jesus Christ tookaway our sin. Our part is faith. That's our part. Faith is believing in Jesus.It's believing Jesus is who he said he is. He is God in the flesh. It's believingthat Jesus accomplished what he said he would accomplish. That his death on thecross was to pay the penalty for my sin and for your sin. He rose from the dead togive us eternal life. It's believing that. It's receiving that. Our part is faith.God has done all the work in Christ. That's His grace.Now, this is so fundamental.But at the same time, it's so hard to believe. It's so hard to believe becauseevery single area of our lives are performance-based. Every single one. Right?My boss is happy with me when I perform. My teacher at school is happy with me whenI perform. My family is happy with me when I perform. Every area of life it's justI gotta do stuff to make somebody happy and we bring that thinking into thechurch. Like what do I have to do to make God happy? This is salvation is notbased on your performance. It's based on Jesus Christ's performance.So as we start this stretch, as Paul starts this stretch in 1 Corinthianstelling the Corinthian church, telling Harvest Bible Chapel today, get unified.You have to know your salvation and you have to understand grace because it'sonly when you understand this that you take the first step to unity. What doesthis have to do with unity? Grace puts us all on the same level.We don't have time to do this but I'd sure like to. I'd like to get everyChristian to line up here like we do for communion. We will be doing that. I'dlike to get every Christian line up here. Just have testimony time. How were yousaved? By grace? Not because you were special or you worked for it? Oh that'sawesome, me too. Next. How were you saved? Oh by grace? Not because you were specialor did anything to earn it? Oh me too. Next. Do you see what that does?None of us deserve to be saved. None of us. None of us are any better thananother.We're not going to get unified until we come to grips with that. We're all onthe same level. We all, in Christ, are recipients of grace.It's the first thing you need to know about salvation. The second one, number two,write this word down. Gifted. Gifted.Look at verse 5 through the first part of verse 7.Paul says that in every way you were enriched in him in all speech and allknowledge, even as the testimony about Christ was confirmed among you, so thatyou are not lacking in any spiritual gift.You are not lacking in any spiritual gift. You see grace speaks to the past.That's what was received. Gifted speaks to the present. You are saved to serve.Notice Paul says you are enriched. You are not lacking any gift. Jesus,Paul is telling us here, Jesus has gifted you everything that you need to serve him.You're like, well, can you be more specific? He was more specific actually.Do you notice that? What is that? Verse 5, all speech and all knowledge.These are two of the gifts that he highlights here. First of all, you weregifted with all speech. You were gifted with the ability to speak the truth.All knowledge. You were gifted with all knowledge. That doesn't mean you knoweverything. That means you know everything that you need to know pertaining to the gospel.So here's what Paul is saying. Listen, church, you have been gifted to speak and you have beengifted with knowing what to say. So the question is, how are you using that?You have the gift if you're a Christian. How are you using that?Here at this church, it can be used in teaching and preaching.All speech, all knowledge. It can be used in Harvest Academy,teaching the kids back there while we're teaching in here. It can be used in small group.It can be used in youth group, in conferences, in prayer services, in workshops, in precepts,in our witnessing.You've been given a gift. How are you using it?Because the reality is the biggest problem with most Christians is not that we don't know what to say.Our problem is just opening our mouths and saying.I hear that all the time when it comes to witnessing. Well, I don't really witness becauseI don't know what to say. If you don't know enough to share, then you probably don't know enough to be saved.Look what Paul says in Ephesians 619.He's talking about prayer. He says, "Praying also for me that words may be given to me in openingmy mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel." You see that? Paul didn't say,"Pray that I can't speak or pray that I would know what to say." He says, "I need boldness."Our fourth pillar, sharing the good news of Jesus with boldness. That's what we need to be praying for.Boldness isn't jerkiness. It's not obnoxiousness. It's just confidence in God's calling and God'sgifting. It's just confidence to say, "Look, God gave me a message and he gave me the knowledgeof what I'm supposed to say, so I'm just going to open my mouth and I'm going to say it."And again, if you know enough to be saved, then you know enough to share.Share what you know. Look at verse 6 again. I love as he says, "Even as the testimonyabout Christ was confirmed among you." What's he saying? He's saying the people of Jesus usingthe gifts of Jesus is confirmation that Jesus is at work in the church.When I was little, my dad, for Christmas one year, he wanted magnifying goggles.Because he was going to undertake this hobby of putting boats and bottles. Have you ever seenthese things where you have like a bottle and there's like a boat inside? You know what I'mtalking about? Okay, my dad was going, "I'm going to make those and I need magnifying goggles."Like I said, I was just a little kid. I'm like, "I'm going to get those for dad."Now listen, I can tell already you're not impressed. So I'm going to remind you of something.This was pre-Internet. I know right now you can get on your phone and get on Amazon's orEtsy or whatever. I don't know. But you can eBay, you can get on there and you can probably rightnow find me 500 pairs of magnifying goggles. This was pre-Internet. This was pre-smartphone.This was pre-cell phone.All right? So I'm like, "I'm going to find those for him." And you know, it took me forevermaking phone calls and going to different stores and talking to people and tracking.And do you know, I found a pair of them. I went to a jewelry repair storeand I found them and I saved my money. Those weren't cheap. I saved my money,especially for a little kid. I saved my money and I bought those magnifying goggles.I bought them for dad for Christmas. I got to tell you, I can't think of a gift that I was moreexcited to give in my life. See, one of them, I couldn't get them, but I tracked them down.And I was so, I was so proud to give dad those magnifying goggles for Christmas.Well, my father died in 2003. And you know, when somebody passes away and you start tokind of go through their stuff and figure out what to do with all that,found those magnifying goggles, still in the box, never used.And I wonder, church,when Jesus returns, how many boxes of magnifying goggles is he going to find?I wonder when Jesus returns, how many of his gifts that he gave to his people,is he going to return and find? Oh, we had them. We didn't use them.We didn't use them. You have been gifted so much. And we're going to talk about this later,the gifts of the Holy Spirit. We're going to talk about this later in 1 Corinthians.But have you been using the gifts that God gave you?Listen, if your mindset is this, you know what, Pastor Jeff, I just attend church.My spiritual gift is attendance. My spiritual gift is warming a seat. And you know, I just leavethe ministry to the professionals. I don't really have a gift. That's bad news. Because not havinga gift means you're not saved, because he tells us right here that Jesus' people are enriched in him.Paul is saying, church, you have everything you need. Everything has been gifted to you,to minister to each other, and to reach the world.So look, there's no bench warmers on this team.On this team, listen, if you're saved, you're starting.All right? Don't call the other players naked. All right? If you're saved, you're starting.Get unified. Get unified. You know, the biggest unity killer in the church is selfishness.My wants, my desires, my preferences, especially in this culture where we are right now,right here geographically where we are, this is a horrible place. Because the mindset of mostchurchgoers in this area is church is the place that I go to get. And I'm going to this churchbecause they have better coffee, and I'm going to this church because, you know, they have a zipline for their youth group, and I'm going to this church because they have fog machines and laserlights. And we have this idea that church is the place that I go to get. And that is completelyforeign to the Bible. Church is not the place you go to get. Church is the place you go to get.And anything you receive here is bonus. The mindset has to be church is the place I go to get.You're expected to. It's why you're saved, and it's why you have been gifted.Know your salvation. Three Gs, grace, gifted, one more.Guiltless.Guiltless. Pick up second part of verse seven,where he says, "As you wait for the revealing of our Lord Jesus Christ."That Greek word for wait means to wait eagerly. Right? I don't have to tell you on that.There's a big difference between the way a kid is waiting to open his birthday presentsversus the way that kid's dad is waiting at the DMV. Right? This is wait eagerly. It's this idea ofanticipation like, "Oh, he's coming. He's coming. I can't wait. I cannot wait. Jesus is coming, and Icannot wait." Do you see that? What are we waiting for? He tells us the revealing of our Lord JesusChrist. I don't know if you noticed, but Jesus Christ is mocked now. He's about to show up.And he's going to make everything right. And he's going to make everything new.Are you excited for that? I sure am.In the verse eight, he says, "Who will sustain you to the end? Who will sustain you to the end?If you believe that you can lose your salvation, I want you to explain that verse to me.Will sustain you to the end?" Did you ever wonder if you're going to make it?Did you ever wonder,am I going to make it to the end? Loving Jesus, following Jesus, serving Jesus, am I going to make it?Listen, if you are legitimately born again in Christ, you will make it.On the authority of the Word of God, you are going to make it.Because you didn't work to earn your salvation, and you can't work to keep your salvation.And here very plainly, God's Word tells us that Jesus will sustain you to the end.How? That's His responsibility. He's going to get you there.You're like, okay, well maybe He's going to get me there, Pastor Jeff, but I got a lot to answer for.When I stand before God, He's going to tell me how disappointed He is in me.God's going to tell me how upset He is with me. And I've had people tell me, Pastor Jeff,you know what, when we're like in line to get to heaven, don't be standing behind me.Because God is, He's got a lot of stuff that He's going to, He's really going to let me have it.You don't want to stand behind me in line to get to heaven.Well, let's keep reading, shall we? Who will sustain you to the end? Look at this.Guiltless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.Guiltless.In that day, when you stand before Christ, it is not going to be for Himto tell you how badly you messed up. In Christ, what does your Bible say? You have no guilt.2 Corinthians 5.21 says, "For our sake, God He made Him Jesus."God made Jesus to be sin, who knew no sin, so that in Him we might become the righteousnessof God. There's a trade that's going on here. Jesus took our sin on Himself, on the cross,to the point that somehow He is personified sin here.He took our sin. What did He give us in exchange? So that in Him we might become the righteousnessof God. Do you see that this grace, it didn't just take away your sin. God's gracemade you as righteous as God Himself is. And look, you can talk to me about the trinityand creation and predestination, and I've never lost a moment's sleep over any of those things.To me, this is the most baffling doctrine in the entire Bible, the fact that God would takea piece of dirt, sinner like me, and because of Jesus Christ, He would pronounce me as righteousas He is. I don't even have the ability to explain how awesome that is.Guiltless. He's going to sustain you until the day that you stand before Him when Hepronounces you guiltless. You're like, "You sure about that?"Well, look at verse 9, "God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowshipof His Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord." Yeah, I am sure about that, because it's not basedon my ability, and it's not based on my integrity. It's based on God's ability,and it's based on God's integrity. He called you to this, the fellowship of His Son.You've got to know your salvation.And you see, it's past, present, and future, right? It's justification, sanctification,glorification. It's just in this particular passage, it's grace, gifts, and guiltless.And for them then, and for us now, this isn't new information.But these are foundational truths that we seem to forget about over time.Because church harvest Bible chapel like the Corinthians over time, we tend to forget aboutour identity in Jesus Christ. We forget that we were lost, hellbound sinners saved by His grace.We forget that we are here to serve, not to be served. We forget that Jesus Christ is comingsoon, and we forget that this is Jesus' church, not our church.And when we forget these things, unity goes out the window, because we start to thinkthat church is about us. Know your salvation. It's Jesus. It's Jesus. It's His grace. It's His gifts.It's His fellowship. So our worship team makes their way forward in our communion servers.You know, Jesus gave us a way to remind us of all these truths that unite us in Him.That's what I love about the Lord's table. Jesus said, "Do this in remembrance of Me."This keeps bringing us back when we are tempted to think this is about us, when we are tempted tothink that we are contributing to our salvation. When we are tempted to thinkthat God doesn't love us and we need to figure stuff out, this brings us back to the foundationaltruths of the way God purchased your salvation and what it means for us today.

Best Drum and Bass Podcast
Podcast 563 - Bad Syntax & Mattmattik

Best Drum and Bass Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 92:40


full episode info: https://www.bestdrumandbass.com/podcast563/What a week its been my friends! We are climbing up the charts with our new release (currently #33) and a MASSIVE thank you to everyone supporting it. Also we have a debut mix from Mattmattik in the guest spot, and all the tunes you need to fill your weekend with DNB goodness. Lock it in, the weekend has begun!Subscribe to the podcast: bestdnb.com/podcast TRCD ft Kryptomedic – Nowhere To Run VIP / Lose Control (Bad Syntax & FauxRealz RMX) [OUT NOW on Abducted LTD]Download / Stream: bestdrumandbass.com/altd128/Supported by: Black Sun Empire, Gydra, Figure, Eatbrain, Aphrodite, Stonx, Nemean, Sindicate, Bytecode, 2Whales, Bad Ace, MV, X.Morph, Transforma, Jane Doe DNB, Nightstalker, Direct shift, Scout 22, Korax, Subcat, Ari-On, Nox and More!Catch Bad Syntax alongside some of the largest names in the game in Atlanta for Jungle Bells 2025! Click the image for more info!

Joyfully Prepared
God's Vision is Greater Than Your Sight

Joyfully Prepared

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 17:09


[00:00] A warm welcome to listeners around the globe (still waiting for Antarctica!)[02:00] The stressful lead-up to moving from New Jersey to Florida[08:00] How their Great Pyrenees, Aphrodite, became the unlikely guide to the right home[15:00] Grief and trust: losing Aphrodite just months after moving[20:00] Recognizing God's orchestration in life's chaos[27:00] Why kindness to yourself matters in seasons of stress[35:00] Journaling, scripture, and prayer as tools for realignment[42:00] Living Isaiah 55:8–9: learning God's thoughts and walking in His waysScripture Reference: Isaiah 55:8–9Key Takeaway: Even when the world feels chaotic, God's vision is higher and His plan is greater than what we can see.

Cinema Sounds & Secrets
Tribute 73: Vangelis

Cinema Sounds & Secrets

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 25:34


In our latest tribute, Janet, John, (and Pen) celebrate the life and career of a revered Greek musician and composure who found success  across many different genres... Vangelis! His career began in rock bands,  where with Aphrodite's Child he helped create the album 666, which would become a progressive-pyschadelic rock classic. He continued to find success in the music industry before transitioning to scoring films with Charitos of Fire in 1981, for which he would win Best Original Score at the Academy Awards. His career was launched to new heights and would continue making music for classic moves movies such as Blade Runner (1982), Missing (1983), Antarctica (1983), The Bounty (1984), 1492: Conquest of Paradise (1992), and Alexander (2004). His career in music spanned over 50 years, making him one of the most important figures in modern film music.  To learn more about this episode and others, visit the official Cinema Sounds & Secrets website!

Union Church
Acts 15:22-41 - What A Strong Church Looks Like

Union Church

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 39:22


Listen alongs as we continue through the book of Acts. Notes//Quotes: Acts 15:22-41 2 Timothy 2:22  “Cheap grace is the preaching of forgiveness without requiring repentance, baptism without church discipline, Communion without confession, absolution without personal confession. Cheap grace is grace without discipleship, grace without the cross, grace without Jesus Christ, living and incarnate.” - Dietrich Bonhoeffer  Grace is not opposed to effort, it is opposed to earning. Earning is an attitude. Effort is an action. Grace, you know, does not just have to do with forgiveness of sins alone. - Dallas Willard “They dwell in their own countries, but simply as sojourners. As citizens, they share in all things with others, and yet endure all things as if foreigners. Every foreign land is to them as their native country, and every land of their birth as a land of strangers. They marry, as do all; they beget children; but they do not destroy their offspring. They have a common table, but not a common bed. They are in the flesh, but they do not live after the flesh. They pass their days on earth, but they are citizens of heaven. They obey the prescribed laws, and at the same time surpass the laws by their lives. They love all men, and are persecuted by all. They are unknown and condemned; they are put to death, and restored to life. They are poor, yet make many rich; they are in lack of all things, and yet abound in all; they are dishonored, and yet in their very dishonor are glorified” Epistle to Diognetus (2nd Century) Matthew 23:1-12 The early church understood well the powers at work in the Roman Empire. There were many gods who ruled and oppressed its citizens. Among them were Aphrodite (goddess of sex), Hephaetus (god of technology), Mars (god of war), Ploutos (god of wealth), and Bacchus (god of pleasure). At the top of the ladder, and unifying them all, was political power, deified in the Caesar, and nourished by the Imperial theology and religious practice. The powers and gods were the forces that most determined and shaped their lives. The church understood the oppressive and intrusive influence of evil. They understood the comprehensive scope and spiritual power of these cosmic powers to tyrannize their lives. Perhaps we shake our heads at the primitive and childish worldview that could ever conceive of a world populated by powers. After all, science has liberated us from such nonsense. Yet when we see millions addicted to pornography, it seems the goddess of sex is not dead. When we see millions of lives trivialized and emptied of significance by addiction to technology, we observe that the god of technology still wields power. When we experience the seductive power of a consumer society that inflames us with a desire for the senseless consumption of goods and experiences, we must grant that the gods of wealth and pleasure are alive and well. And the billions of dollars spent annually on arms betray our enslavement to the gods of war and national security. Economic forces, political powers, sexual addiction, technological seduction: it seems we are helpless before these powers. All scientific attempts to control them have failed. - Mike Goheen “God is always trying to give good things to us, but our hands are too full to receive them.” Augustine

Best Drum and Bass Podcast
Podcast 562 - Bad Syntax & Cleansweep

Best Drum and Bass Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 86:40


Tracklist and more info: https://www.bestdrumandbass.com/podcast562/ITS RELEASE DAY! We are celebrating the EPIC new single from TRCD which includes a remix from myself and FauxRealz. Also in the guest mix, we have the debut of NADNB artist Cleansweep, so lock it in and rock it out. Your weekend has begun!Subscribe to the podcast: bestdnb.com/podcast TRCD ft Kryptomedic – Nowhere To Run VIP / Lose Control (Bad Syntax & FauxRealz RMX) [OUT NOW on Abducted LTD]Download / Stream: bestdrumandbass.com/altd128/Supported by: Black Sun Empire, Gydra, Figure, Eatbrain, Aphrodite, Stonx, Nemean, Sindicate, Bytecode, 2Whales, Bad Ace, MV, X.Morph, Transforma, Jane Doe DNB, Nightstalker, Direct shift, Scout 22, Korax, Subcat, Ari-On, Nox and More!Catch Bad Syntax alongside some of the largest names in the game in Atlanta for Jungle Bells 2025! Click the image for more info!

Dark Art Society Podcast
Steve Cleff- Ep. 360

Dark Art Society Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 125:12


Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrQBJayd-dfarbUOFS5m7hQ/join Or join the DAS Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DarkArtSociety PLEASE LIKE/SHARE/SUBSCRIBE!!! This week I welcome back artist Steve Cleff! We talk about his synesthesia inspired portraiture, his Aphrodite project, how he developed his painting style, the new Devo documentary, the crisis of meaning and the importance of art along with all kinds of other great stuff! Also, a quick art life update. Steve's links: https://www.stevecleff.com www.patreon.com/cleff https://www.instagram.com/stevecleff/ and the movie he's working on: https://www.instagram.com/thevanishingtour/ The Dark Art Society Podcast is produced by Chet Zar. Become an Official Member of the Dark Art Society: https://www.patreon.com/DarkArtSociety Chet's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ChetZar Our sponsors: The Skull Shoppe: https://www.SkullShoppe.com ----- The Dark Art Society Podcast is produced by Chet Zar. Become an Official Member of the Dark Art Society: https://www.patreon.com/DarkArtSociety Chet's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ChetZar The Dark Art Society Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkartsociety Official Dark Art Society Website: https://www.darkartsociety.com The Dark Art Society Podcast is now available in a variety of places, including the following platforms: SoundCloud: @darkartsociety iTunes: https://apple.co/2gMNUfM Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=134626&refid=stpr Podbay: https://podbay.fm/show/1215146981 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrQBJayd-dfarbUOFS5m7hQ https://DarkArtSociety.com Copyright Chet Zar LLC 2025

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Saint of the Day
The Universal Exaltation of the Precious and Life-giving Cross

Saint of the Day

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025


"Saint Helen, the mother of Saint Constantine the Great, when she was already advanced in years, undertook, in her great piety, the hardships of a journey to Jerusalem in search of the Cross, about the year 325. A temple to Aphrodite had been raised up by the Emperor Hadrian upon Golgotha, to defile and cover with oblivion the place where the saving Passion had been suffered. The venerable Helen had the statue of Aphrodite destroyed, and the earth removed, revealing the Tomb of our Lord, and three crosses. Of these, it was believed that one must be that of our Lord, the other two of the thieves crucified with Him; but Saint Helen was at a loss which one might be the Wood of our salvation. At the inspiration of Saint Macarius, Archbishop of Jerusalem, a lady of Jerusalem, who was already at the point of death from a certain disease, was brought to touch the crosses, and as soon as she came near to the Cross of our Lord, she was made perfectly whole. Consequently, the precious Cross was lifed on high by Archbishop Macarius of Jerusalem; as he stood on the ambo, and when the people beheld it, they cried out, "Lord, have mercy." It should be noted that after its discovery, a portion of the venerable Cross was taken to Constantinople as a blessing. The rest was left in Jerusalem in the magnificent church built by Saint Helen, until the year 614. At that time, the Persians plundered Palestine and took the Cross to their own country (See Jan. 22, Saint Anastasius the Persian). Later, in the year 628, Emperor Heraclius set out on a military campaign, retrieved the Cross, and after bringing it to Constantinople, himself escorted it back to Jerusalem, where he restored it to its place." (Great Horologion) A fast is kept today, whatever the day of the week.

Saint of the Day
The Universal Exaltation of the Precious and Life-giving Cross

Saint of the Day

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025


"Saint Helen, the mother of Saint Constantine the Great, when she was already advanced in years, undertook, in her great piety, the hardships of a journey to Jerusalem in search of the Cross, about the year 325. A temple to Aphrodite had been raised up by the Emperor Hadrian upon Golgotha, to defile and cover with oblivion the place where the saving Passion had been suffered. The venerable Helen had the statue of Aphrodite destroyed, and the earth removed, revealing the Tomb of our Lord, and three crosses. Of these, it was believed that one must be that of our Lord, the other two of the thieves crucified with Him; but Saint Helen was at a loss which one might be the Wood of our salvation. At the inspiration of Saint Macarius, Archbishop of Jerusalem, a lady of Jerusalem, who was already at the point of death from a certain disease, was brought to touch the crosses, and as soon as she came near to the Cross of our Lord, she was made perfectly whole. Consequently, the precious Cross was lifed on high by Archbishop Macarius of Jerusalem; as he stood on the ambo, and when the people beheld it, they cried out, "Lord, have mercy." It should be noted that after its discovery, a portion of the venerable Cross was taken to Constantinople as a blessing. The rest was left in Jerusalem in the magnificent church built by Saint Helen, until the year 614. At that time, the Persians plundered Palestine and took the Cross to their own country (See Jan. 22, Saint Anastasius the Persian). Later, in the year 628, Emperor Heraclius set out on a military campaign, retrieved the Cross, and after bringing it to Constantinople, himself escorted it back to Jerusalem, where he restored it to its place." (Great Horologion) A fast is kept today, whatever the day of the week.

Tales of the Night Sky
S3 E10 Medea & the Argonauts: The Constellation of Argo Navis, Part 2

Tales of the Night Sky

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 28:15


The Argonauts have arrived in Colchis, the Golden Fleece is within their reach. But Jason will need the help of the goddess Aphrodite and the sorceress, Medea, to face the challenges ahead. And that help will come at a price. *Sensitive listeners beware - some of this episode is gruesome!* Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Original compositions written and performed by Chloe Dunn - with Louis appearing as Eros.  Featuring: Tom Morton as Aeëtes, Chloe Dunn as Aphrodite, Tercelin Kirtley as Orpheus, Ciaran Cresswell as Jason, Rose Romain as Medea. Sources for this episode include: Apollonius' ‘Argonautica', ‘The Orphic Argonautica', Euripides' ‘Medea', Seneca's ‘Medea', Pinder's 4th Pythian.  The extract from Euripide's ‘Medea' is in a translation by Ian Johnston, Vancouver Island University.

The John Batchelor Show
6/8. Professor Emily Wilson emphasizes the pervasive and often ambiguous role of the gods in The Iliad. They interfere constantly, appearing in various disguises, and hold strong opinions. Though "deathless," gods like Aphrodite and Ares can be

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 7:15


6/8. Professor Emily Wilson emphasizes the pervasive and often ambiguous role of the gods in The Iliad. They interfere constantly, appearing in various disguises, and hold strong opinions. Though "deathless," gods like Aphrodite and Ares can be wounded and bleed "ichor" rather than blood, revealing their human-like flaws despite divine power. Figures like Hera cleverly outmaneuver Zeus, and Thetis, Achilles's mother, tirelessly advocates for her son, framing much of the poem's plot through her prayers to Zeus.

Best Drum and Bass Podcast
Podcast 558 - Bad Syntax & Ichor

Best Drum and Bass Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 88:00


Tracklist and more info: https://www.bestdrumandbass.com/podcast558/#NEUROWEIRDO week is here! This week the newcomer ICHOR steps into the guest mix to celebrate his epic debut on Abducted LTD with an absolutely wicked guest mix, and you know as always Bad Syntax is in the resident mix to kick things off proper! LOCK IT IN, AND ROCK IT OUT, your weekend has begun!Subscribe to the podcast: bestdnb.com/podcastICHOR - The Pursuit / Running from Invasion [OUT NOW on Abducted LTD]Download / Stream: bestdrumandbass.com/altd126/Supported by: Ed Rush, Aphrodite, Bytecode, Future Signal, Scout 22, Stonx, Sindicate, Pish Posh, Diode, Jane Doe DNB, Metric, Bad Ace, The Smell of Males, MYGR, Direct Shift, Korax, Lee UHF, Nox and more!

Best Drum and Bass Podcast
Podcast 557 - Bad Syntax & Conductor

Best Drum and Bass Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 96:32


Tracklist and more info: https://www.bestdrumandbass.com/podcast557/ ‎WE ARE BACK FROM THE WOODS! I want to kick off with a MASSIVE thank you to everyone who treked through the NC heat to see us, it was such a wild weekend with friends old and new! This week we have the debut of Conductor, a new up and coming name in the NADNB scene who has been pushing hard through the recent year and making waves. Lock it in, your weekend has begun!Subscribe to the podcast: bestdnb.com/podcast  ICHOR - The Pursuit / Running from Invasion [OUT NOW on Abducted LTD]Download / Stream: bestdrumandbass.com/altd126/Supported by: Ed Rush, Aphrodite, Bytecode, Future Signal, Scout 22, Stonx, Sindicate, Pish Posh, Diode, Jane Doe DNB, Metric, Bad Ace,The Smell of Males, MYGR, Direct Shift, Korax, Lee UHF, Nox and more!

Pop Pantheon
KYLIE MINOGUE: PART 3 (with Katherine St. Asaph)

Pop Pantheon

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 103:00


Katherine St. Asaph makes her Pop Pantheon debut for the third in our four-part series on Kylie Minogue. Louie and Katherine discuss Kylie's life-changing cancer diagnosis and the celebratory record that followed her public battle with the disease 2007's X. Then they tackle Kylie's later era run of records, from 2010's Aphrodite through to 2020's Disco, when led into her third moment in the American zeitgeist with "Padam Padam" nearly 40 years into her career.Join us next week for part 4, in which we'll debate Kylie's ranking in The Official Pop Pantheon. Listen to our Kylie Minogue Essentials PlaylistJoin Pop Pantheon: All Access, Our Patreon Channel, for Exclusive Content and MoreGorgeous Gorgeous NYC on August 8Shop Merch in Pop Pantheon's StoreFollow Pop Pantheon on InstagramFollow DJ Louie XIV on InstagramFollow DJ Louie XIV on Twitter