Podcasts about Audacity

Episode 371.  James B and Eddie discuss a new hero who will defeat Spider-man: The Hornet. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and The Slug.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Season 6When you can't see his hand, trust His heart.

Trusting yourself in business sounds simple, but in practice it can feel complicated. Especially when you are capable, prepared, and still hesitating at the moment it matters most. In this solo episode, we unpack what audacity really looks like for Black entrepreneurs. Not the loud or performative version, but the quiet conviction it takes to move without guarantees, stop self editing, and let your own judgment lead even when the outcome is uncertain. This conversation is for the entrepreneur who knows they are ready, but keeps waiting. Waiting for better timing. Waiting for more confirmation. Waiting until it feels safer. DURING THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: Why hesitation often shows up after you've done the work, not before How self editing quietly costs Black entrepreneurs opportunities before a "no" is ever given What audacity looks like in everyday business decisions, not viral moments How to tell the difference between seeking perspective and avoiding responsibility Why waiting for certainty keeps you stuck in preparation mode How to rebuild trust in your own judgment one decision at a time Thank you so much for listening! If you liked this episode, please subscribe to "The Black to Business Podcast" and rate and review on Apple Podcasts:   Don't miss out on the resources mentioned in this episode by checking out the show notes at blacktobusiness.com/285     Thank you so much for listening! Please support us by simply rating and reviewing our podcast!   Connect with us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blacktobusiness/    Don't miss an update! Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://blacktobusiness.com/mailinglist

Kazzttor e seus isCaps orgulhosamente apresenta a sua retrospectiva de 2025 em formato de telejornal retrô, misturando humor ácido, crítica social e referências pop. Dividido em blocos temáticos, o texto aborda os principais acontecimentos do ano: a ascensão da inteligência artificial e seus impactos — das deepfakes e fake news a escândalos jurídicos e bolhas tecnológicas —, passando por política nacional, economia, cultura, esportes e fenômenos midiáticos. O roteiro satiriza a realidade brasileira e internacional, destacando memes, boicotes que viraram sucesso, conquistas no entretenimento, e os altos e baixos do futebol. Também ressalta o crescimento da comunidade do podcast, a reinvenção dos programas “Kazzttor FM” e “Domingo à Noite”, e uma reflexão final sobre o futuro do século XXI, marcado por desafios, mudanças e o poder do humor na sobrevivência coletiva. Ideal para leitores que buscam um resumo bem-humorado e crítico do ano, combinando informação e entretenimento em tom descontraído e engajado.Palavras-chave: Retrospectiva 2025, Humor ácido brasileiro, Crítica social contemporânea, Podcast satírico, Tecnologia e futuro, Mídias digitais, Cultura pop e memesFicha técnicaFormato: Telejornal retrô com humor ácido, crítica social e referências pop.Duração total: 52 minutos.Apresentação, argumento e edição: André ArrudaGravado em 27 de dezembro de 2025 em Brasília-DFRecursos de Inteligência Artificial: Microsoft Copilot (texto e roteiro), Google Gemini (algoritmo de pós-produção de vídeo), Suno (trilha sonora), Canva (produção das vinhetas de vídeo).Softwares utilizados: Microsoft Clipchamp (edição de vídeo), Audacity (edição de áudio), Microsoft Word (edição de texto)Ouça o episódio nas principais plataformas de podcast, para ouvir e conferir os links nas mídias sociais acesse: https://linktr.ee/kazzttorpodcastSiga André Arruda, o apresentador e faz tudo nesse podcast nas mídias sociais. Acesse os perfis em: https://linktr.ee/kazzttorPodcast produzido por Kazzttor AMT: https://www.kazzttor.com.brCompre o e-book desse episódio: https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B0GD1ZSTWV

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Locate and embody your audacity, channel that towards facing your fears and being your best self. Whenever you want make a pivot in your life, make your pivot. You don't have to wait for New Year's. Wanna share your thoughts? Text me boo! Support the showMore about me: https://www.myloveisaverb.comMore specifically about the podcast:www.nigeriandykerealness.com Mixtape/Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6R1SFz2YLwQM1WtnwFlCL3?si=bgQdNUGsTVaGk2lrzF7rpQ

"Audacity, Assurance, & the Man Inside the House"Luke 10:41-11:13Rev. Jerry Ornelas12.28.25

#forchildrenofallages #thehiddenkingdoms #youtubeshortsatpastordeborah References 1. Audacity, Free Audio Recording Program 2. Pastor Deborah's own Voice 3. Filmora, Video Creating and Editing Program with Free Music Clips 4. Pixabay, Free Motion Video Clips 5. Google Free Clip Art 6. The Authorized King James Bible 7. The Kingdom of Darkness Playlist 8. Time Team from Britain Show Scriptures Used 1. Genesis 1 : 26 - 28, Written by Moses of the Old Testament about the beginnings of Authority and Dominion of Humanity on earth Free Music Clips 1. Sad Rainy Season 2. The Ambient Ocean 3. Epic Sci Fi 4. History Scene Story Pastor Deborah's global web site of Agape Love, Love Is Here is at www.agapeloveishere.org Pastor Deborah Schleich is on X and LinkedIn Pastor Deborah Schleich is in Instagram at pastordeborah4ever Pastor Deborah Schleich is on Spotify at Agape Love Ministries, Setting The Captives Free Pastor Deborah Schleich's many Videos have been freely podcasted out on free Podcast Platforms which can be found on the front page of the web site on the left hand side of the page Pastor Deborah's videos have also been placed in Audio form on YouTube Podcasts and YouTube Music Pastor Deborah's is on YouTube Shorts at Pastor Deborah

#forchildrenofallages #thehiddenkingdoms #youtubeshortsatpastordeborah References 1. Audacity, Free Audio Recording Program 2. Pastor Deborah's own Voice 3. Filmora, Video Creating and Editing Program with Free Music Clips 4. Pixabay, Free Motion Video Clips 5. Google Free Clip Art 6. The Authorized King James Bible 7. The Kingdom of Darkness Playlist 8. Time Team from Britain Show Scriptures Used 1. Genesis 1 : 26 - 28, Written by Moses of the Old Testament about the beginnings of Authority and Dominion of Humanity on earth Free Music Clips 1. Sad Rainy Season 2. The Ambient Ocean 3. Epic Sci Fi 4. History Scene Story Pastor Deborah's global web site of Agape Love, Love Is Here is at www.agapeloveishere.org Pastor Deborah Schleich is on X and LinkedIn Pastor Deborah Schleich is in Instagram at pastordeborah4ever Pastor Deborah Schleich is on Spotify at Agape Love Ministries, Setting The Captives Free Pastor Deborah Schleich's many Videos have been freely podcasted out on free Podcast Platforms which can be found on the front page of the web site on the left hand side of the page Pastor Deborah's videos have also been placed in Audio form on YouTube Podcasts and YouTube Music Pastor Deborah's is on YouTube Shorts at Pastor Deborah

THE AUDACITY OF THE MARS COLONIZATION VISION Colleague Eric Berger. In September 2016, Elon Musk presented a vision in Guadalajara that sounded like science fiction: a plan to colonize Mars to prevent a potential extinction event. Despite a recent rocket explosion, Musk proposed a "grandiose architecture" involving massive reusable rockets designed to transport a million tons of supplies and thousands of people to build a self-sustaining civilization. While skeptics viewed the timeline as unrealistic, the plan relied on established physics and the production of methane fuel on Mars. Musk's ultimate goal for SpaceX remains clearly focused on making humanity multi-planetary. NUMBER 1 AUGUST 1953

  Episode 370.  James B and Eddie discuss the newly raised five million dollar bounty on Spider-Man, the kidnapping of little Normie Osborn by the Green Goblin, and which character has a bullet-ridden hospitalized wife. Sponsored by LeaveMeBe by Clarence Fielding Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Chantell.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

This episode is all about voice, visibility, and audacity. I'm pulling back the curtain on the Audacity to Speak Summit and introducing you to the energy, stories, and intention behind the speakers who are stepping into this space. These aren't just polished experts or surface-level conversations, these are real women with lived experience, wisdom, and messages that matter. Audacity to Speak was created because too many women: downplay their voice wait for permission silence their story or believe they need to be "more qualified" before being seen This summit exists to disrupt that. In this episode, I share: Why Audacity to Speak is more than an event, it's a movement What makes this year's speakers uniquely powerful The common thread connecting their stories, expertise, and courage Why representation, honesty, and real conversations matter now more than ever How speaking up, on a stage, in business, or in life creates momentum and impact Each speaker brings a different perspective, background, and message, but they all share one thing in common: they chose to stop shrinking and start showing up. Whether you're someone who wants to speak on a stage, lead more boldly in your business, advocate for yourself in your life, or simply feel less alone in your journey, this episode will remind you that your voice is not random. It's required. Audacity isn't about being loud. It's about being honest. And this lineup embodies exactly that. Ask yourself: Where am I holding back my voice? What story or message am I meant to share? What would change if I stopped waiting for permission? If this episode resonates, you'll want to experience the Audacity to Speak Summit—where these conversations go deeper and these voices take the stage. And if you know a woman who needs this reminder, share this episode with her. Your voice matters more than you think. Learn more about the speaker summit at SusanVernicek.com   Connect with: Gena Campbell here: https://gena-campbell-coaching.kit.com/ Elika Almeida here: https://youthinfusioninc.com/ Samantha Washington-Swiatkowski here: https://weseeproductions.com/  

What's the craziest thing your partner has told you? Today we're diving into Reddit AITA stories where relationship advice is needed!Podcast Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatgirlthepod/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1DAlTJg...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatgirlthepodEmail: thatgirlthepod@gmail.comMy Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracetorie/Pinterest: https://pin.it/4mQ1DQkSubstack: https://substack.com/@gracetorie

https://m.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?sid=tindogpodcast&_pgn=1&isRefine=true&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l49496 This title was released in November 2025. It will be exclusively available to buy from the Big Finish website until 31 December 2025, and on general sale after this date. Exploring with best friends Audacity and Charley, the Doctor delights in showing them the wonders of the universe. But something dogs their footsteps... Lost Amongst the Stars by Rochana Patel The Doctor wants to find a challenge for Charley and Audacity. All of time and space awaits, with wonders beyond their wildest dreams and darkest nightmares, but are they truly ready to venture further out amongst the stars? The Time You Never Had Parts 1-2 by Tim Foley The yesterday of opulence Tomorrow soft and ironclad Beyond the merry Oculus: The time you never had. **Please note: the collector's edition CD box set is strictly limited to 1,500 copies**

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Episode 369.  Merry Christmas.  A special mid-week holiday episode covering all sorts of holiday themed Spider-Man books. Sponsored by White Dragon Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Santa Claus.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Holiday sound effects from PixBay Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

A man is haunted from childhood by a recurring, deeply unsettling dream in which he always finds himself visiting the same gloomy house, meeting the same strange family, and being led toward a particular room at the top of the house. As the years pass, the dream evolves in disturbing ways. This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE ROOM IN THE TOWER” by E. F. Benson, 1912.Happy Christmas and New Year everybody! See you in 2026!

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM-2512-24-DDOA-Midnight.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is Midnight.  Excerpt Jean—called Grandma Love by strangers more often than family—felt that familiar tilt in the air. The almost-midnight tilt. Midnight wasn't a time so much as a mood, a soft doorway between one thing and the next. She'd always been good with doorways.   Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Midnight Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Music Used: O Holy Night Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

A university museum curator receives a mezzotint print depicting a country house. At first glance, the image seems ordinary, but on repeated viewings it begins to change in unsettling ways. This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE MEZZOTINT” by M. R. James, 1904.

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM-2512-23-DDOA-Gift-Train-.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompts are Gift and Train.  Excerpt: It was finished. Actually finished. She and Trisha had built it with their own four hands, two questionable YouTube tutorials, and one bottle of wine.   Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Gift Transcript: Train Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Music Used: 1) The Magic of Christmas 2) On the Snow Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM-2512-23-DDOA-Sled.mp3   Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is Sled.  Excerpt She set the sled down.  Ran her glove over the wooden slats.  Felt her heartbeat double-tap behind her ribs. Then she climbed on. The world tipped. Not dangerously.  Not wrong.  Just… sideways enough.   Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Sled Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Music Used: Winter Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

Episode 368.  James B and Eddie learn about corporations and the three stooges while covering four books featuring a special door that Spider-Man is drawn towards, a secret restaurant that only Jill Stacy knows about and a very powerful ear, nose and throat doctor. Sponsored by The Animal Shirt & Cracker Jack Annoucements Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Dolled Up Aunt Anna.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Forget the “new year, new you” slogans. We trade hype for honesty and design a year that actually fits your values and energy. We start by reframing 2025 with a pride audit: the tough moments you handled with more grace, the people you helped, and the places you chose integrity over convenience. That grounding matters because leaders often spot gaps faster than growth, and without pride, we keep chasing the next milestone without ever arriving.From there, we run a clean truth audit—no shame, just ownership. What did you call important but never scheduled? Which habits drained your best energy? We unpack the long game and why consistency beats intensity. Drawing on Atomic Habits, we shift from outcome obsession to identity and systems: the real flex is the small habit you don't break. We explore the math of compounding and the mindset that keeps you steady when motivation fades.We also bring in a powerful lens on courage from Emmy-winning broadcaster and author Anne-Marie Anderson. Audacity isn't recklessness; it's aligned, season-aware boldness. You'll define one brave Q1 swing, then make it practical with the Three Wins Weekly framework—one win for work, one for health, one for relationships—and protect them with time blocks that match your natural rhythms. Add Michael Bungay Stanier's minimum viable start to break inertia, and layer Brendan Burchard's daily intentionality so you show up how your team needs: curious, inspiring, or decisive. We close with a tight 2026 plan: choose a compass word, pick three outcomes, build weekly systems and accountability, and lock in that audacious move.Ready to stop living by default and start living by design? Subscribe, share this with a colleague who needs a reset, and tell us your 2026 theme and your one bold swing. Let's build a year you're proud to live—one block, one habit, one courageous step at a time.Send us a textSupport the show✅ Follow The Leadership Project on your favourite podcast platform and listen to a new episode every week!

Season 5May His hope be with you, until we meet again.

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM-2512-22-DDOA-Ritual-Threads-Magic.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompts are Ritual, Thread, and Magic.  Excerpt: Across the Coalition of Aligned Worlds, she could imagine this same carol rising in a hundred places at once: sung in English, Centauran Creole, SolCommon, Vulhari, SynthCant. Sung in domed colonies, hydroponic farm chapels, mining outpost rec halls, starship sanctuaries. Sung by people who had never stepped on Earth, yet carried its stories like inherited starlight. . Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Ritual Transcript: Thread Transcript: Magic Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Music Used: 1) A Moment, A Miracle 2) Ding Dong – Jazzily 3) Silent Night Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

In this episode, I talk about the science behind audacity that will help you 1) perform better and 2) create genuine confidence.My new book "The Opposite of Settling" is out now!Instagram: @case.kenny Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The military operation to capture the Sinai Peninsula faced several substantial obstacles. First, there was the terrain itself, the Sinai Peninsula was 24,000 square miles of pure desolation. The desert consisted of rolling sand dunes in the north that could swallow vehicles and exhaust troops within hours. In the south were the nearly impassable mountain ranges which created natural fortresses. The second obstacle was the Egyptian military with 100,000 troops, freshly armed with the latest Soviet equipment. Against this the IDF Chief of Staff, Moshe Dayan, was betting on surprise, speed, and the psychological impact of audacity. Credits: Middle-Eastern Duet Worship Song in Arabic & English ("DAVID DANCED") WW2 Aircraft sound effects    George Vlad Radio Staic – sound Effect,  Audio Library     i24News English Insight IDF Reservists: Citizen Soldiers 02/24/2014 1956 Arab Israeli War (Suez Crisis)   Erahive    The Entire Battle History of the Suez Crisis and Sinai Crisis (1956) Historic Slumber Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! Let all your friends know that that they too can have a new favorite podcast. © 2025 Media Education Trust llc

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM-2512-17-DDOA-Candle.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is  Candle. Excerpt: No one there was particularly observant. A few weren't Jewish at all. But Hanukkah had a way of widening the doorway. Light was light, after all, and the station nights were long. Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Candle Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Music Used : “MAOZ TZUR” by “Noel Malekar” Video Link: https://youtu.be/53ptIa-5BrQ Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJkKx-mTqoqjZPno7MbFKhA Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJkKx-mTqoqjZPno7MbFKhA Follow on : Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/cinematicnoel Soundcloud – https://soundcloud.com/cinematicnoel Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM2512-16-DDOA-Icicle.mp3   Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is  Icicle.  Excerpt: She snorted. “‘Cause of death: holiday décor.'” “‘Victim was in the wrong place at the wrong time, but was at least festively themed.'” Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Icicle Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Music: Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/tis-the-season License code: ZMILKRWZDTPZ2LWY Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

  Episode 367.  James B and Eddie cover eight books including Kraven riding an elephant on top of a skyscraper and Gloria Grant fighting zombies.  Flash beats up his dad and is told to go to AA, Spidey beats up Norman Osborn and Jack O Lantern tells Norman to go to Hades!  Want to know what else happens, tune in now! Sponsored by Quilts by Shocker. Segment: It's not Huckleberry Finn, it's Spider-Man. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and New Kraven.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Audacity isn't about being wild; it's about taking bold risks that are worth it for the season you're in. We sit down with three‑time Emmy Award‑winning sports broadcaster and author Anne‑Marie Anderson to unpack how leaders can move from second‑guessing to decisive action without ignoring reality. Anne‑Marie shares the simple test she uses to separate worth‑it risks from reckless moves, and why the outcomes you fear are almost never at the extremes your brain imagines.We get practical about failure, too. Anne‑Marie reframes rejection as data and shows how celebrating “misses” publicly builds trust and performance on teams. You'll learn how to name and disarm your inner critic, why small experiments beat grand plans, and how to choose challenges that stretch rather than shatter confidence. For anyone wrestling with imposter syndrome or highlight‑reel comparison, this is a grounded path back to action.Then we tackle the quiet twins that stall growth: time and money. Anne‑Marie breaks down the urgency fallacy and gives a repeatable approach to reclaiming your day with four focused 15‑minute blocks. We cover honest audits of calendars and bank balances, plus a re‑evaluation loop across career, health, and relationships so your progress matches what you actually value. The conversation closes with a powerful tool—the “front row.” Learn how to curate people who know your goals, push with care, and hold you to your commitments, and how a single clear ask can unlock surprising opportunities.If this resonated, tap follow, share this with a leader who needs a nudge, and leave a quick review to help more people find the show. Your next audacious move starts now—what's the one small swing you'll take in the next 24 hours?

Season 5I hope, your hope continues in the coming year.

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM-2512-15-DDOA-Flare.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is Flare Excerpt: “Daniel,” Jenna said, voice dangerously calm, “we live in Florida.” He looked at the wreath again. “…Right. So it might've been sand.” Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Flare  Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

In this raw and deeply human episode, Dina pulls back the curtain on a year that didn't just challenge her - it remade her. The Year I Was Broken Open isn't a highlight reel. It's a reckoning. A truth-telling. A look at the kind of leadership growth that doesn't happen in conference rooms or coaching certifications, but in the messy, intimate corners of real life.Dina shares how this year cracked the foundation she'd been standing on and forced her into the deepest evolution of her leadership yet. From the quiet unraveling of an identity that no longer fit… to the grief she had avoided for years suddenly taking a seat at the edge of her bed… to the uncomfortable, liberating practice of audacity… to rebuilding presence and confidence one unglamorous moment at a time… and navigating rejection so constant it felt like an uninvited roommate — this episode is a masterclass in becoming.But it wasn't all breaking.There was building too.Dina opens up about the unexpected wins that emerged right alongside the chaos: delivering her first speaking engagement with The Leadhership Network, landing strategic planning and coaching contracts with partners aligned with her mission, sitting on NBC4 Washington for a live interview, watching her docuseries The Ripple Effect gain real momentum, finally beginning the book she's meant to write, launching her second IMAGINE Retreat in Tulum, and coaching women 1:1 through their own transformations.This episode unpacks the leadership lessons forged through every twist:why identity loss is often the first sign of expansionhow grief clarifies what (and who) is alignedwhy audacity becomes necessary when waiting to be chosen stops serving youhow presence shifts when you stop abandoning yourself mid-momentwhy confidence is built in the quiet, unsexy decisionsand how rejection - the uncomfortable, persistent kind - becomes the most faithful mentor of allIf you've felt undone this year… if you've been navigating transitions you didn't ask for… if you've found yourself shedding old identities, questioning your worth, confronting your truth, or rebuilding piece by piece - this episode will land in your chest.It's a reminder that leadership isn't who you are when things go right.Leadership is who you become when everything feels like it's falling apart - and you choose to rise anyway.This is the episode for the woman who knows she's changing, even if the world hasn't caught up yet.Tune in. Take what you need. Leave with more self-respect than you arrived with.And remember:You're not breaking down.You're breaking open.

Send us a textIn this episode of Concrete Genius Pod, Sauce Mackenzie goes all the way in—no fluff, no tap dancing.We talk about sexual discipline and power, and why Black men in high-visibility positions can't afford sloppy boundaries. From the Michigan coaching situation to the way scandals get handled differently depending on who you are, we break down the real-world consequences of impulse, ego, and “I'm untouchable” thinking.Then we shift to the NFL and media narratives—why a white quarterback's frustration gets framed as “honest” and “human,” while a Black quarterback saying the same thing gets labeled “ungrateful.” We also talk relationships, access, audacity, and why understanding the rules is more important than being emotional about them.If you're trying to build wealth, protect your name, and move smarter in a world that doesn't grade everybody equally—this one's for you.

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM2512-14-DDOA-Harbor.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is Harbor. Excerpt: That was his favorite part of the holidays—the way people found the book they needed by accident. Not the one they came in asking for, but the one that met them halfway. Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Storm Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/giulio-fazio/happy-holiday License code: FIQIMU5JEDLKOF1M Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

A wealthy British businessman living in colonial Egypt finds his comfortable life begin to unravel when he is haunted by the mysterious sound of footsteps that seem to follow him through the streets at night.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE STEP” by E.F. Benson, 1931.Supporting my workIf you like, you can donate in the following ways:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/encryptedpodYouTube channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/c/EnCryptedClassicHorror/joinOne-off donation: https://ko-fi.com/encryptedpodcastYou can now also say THANKS (on YouTube) with a SUPER THANKS!LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE - it all helps the show survive and prosper!If you want to discuss the show, talk business, or have any ideas for stories you'd like to hear in future episodes, contact me: encryptedpod@gmail.com

One winter's evening, a man, dogged by depression, encounters a mysterious figure who challenges his perception of time and fulfillment. But what is the true nature of his visitor?This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE GLASS OF SUPREME MOMENTS” by Barry Pain, 1892.

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM2512-13-DDOA-Storm.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is Storm Excerpt: “What'd you fly?” “Oh, whatever needed flying.” He gave a small shrug, as if the details were unimportant. “Cargo. Rescue. The odd emergency route on Christmas Eve.” “Christmas Eve?” the student holding the baby asked. “Like… weathering storms?” “Like whatever came through the air that night,” he said, eyes glinting. Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Storm Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/the-lakes/winding-road License code: 331OWIOFB1LQLDIG Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM-2512-12-DDOA-Bells.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is Bells Excerpt: She held still, afraid the smallest movement would break whatever spell she'd stumbled into. Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Bells Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

Today is C1E100 for Theme Thursday, Dec 11th, 2025. Today is our final non-retrospective episode of Channel 1. We made it to 100! Today's episode is split into two halves: a) a massive pre-show that is actually about 18 minutes LONGER than the “episode proper”, and b) the “episode proper”. The theme for both are end credits and ending sequence music, on a program we're calling “Now Go and Rest our Heroes!”     Tracklist:      Track Number (or letter) - Track - Game - System(s) - Composer(s) - Timestamp        A - Earcatcher and Talking Portion 1 of 3 - 00:00:00        Mini-block 1:     B - Ending - Golden Axe Warrior - Master System - Chikako Kamtani - 00:13:08     C - Ending - Gunstar Heroes - Genesis - Norio Hanzawa - 00:15:09     D - Ending - Strider - Genesis - c: Junko Tamiya / a: Tadahiko Inoue - 00:18:42     E - Credits - Rayman - PS1/Saturn - Stéphane Bellanger, Didier Lord, Sylvain-Luc Brunet, Nathalie Drouet, Dominique Dumont, Kamel Founas, Rémi Gazel, Didier Gilbert Leglise, Jean-Marc Lichtmann, Frédéric Louvre, Olivier Mortier, Frédéric Prados, Stéphane Ronse, René De Wael, and/or Olaf Zalcman - 00:20:03     F - Credits - Hotel Mario - CD-i - Jack Levy - 00:21:08     G - Credits - Wii Fit - Wii - Toru Minegishi, Manaka Kataoka, and/or Shiho Fujii - 00:21:58     H - Fear of a Blank Planet - Control - Multiplatform - Porcupine Tree - 00:24:01     I - Ending - Legendary Axe II - TG16 - Hirotoshi Suzuki - 00:31:11     J - Ending Theme - Street Fighter 2010 - NES - Junko Tamiya - 00:34:22     K - To Far Away Times - Chrono Trigger - SNES - Yasunori Mitsuda and/or Nobuo Uematsu - 00:36:25     L - An Ending - Undertale - Multiplatform - Toby Fox - 00:40:41     M - Ending Theme - Final Fantasy X - PS2 - Nobuo Uematsu - 00:44:03     N - End Credits - Cloudpunk - Multiplatform - Harry Critchley - 00:49:25     O - End Credits - Cyberpunk 2077 - Multiplatform - Marcin Przybyłowicz, P.T. Adamczyk and/or Paul Leonard-Morgan - 00:53:37     P - Closing - Cuphead - Multiplatform - Kristofer Maddigan - 00:58:02  And     Q - The Final Fall - LoZ: TotK - Switch / Switch 2 - Hajime Wakai, Manaka Kataoka, Tsukasa Usui, Maasa Miyoshi, and/or Masato Ohashi - 01:01:46        Mini-Block 1 Runtime: 00:50:27        R - Talkie Portion 2 of 3 - 01:03:33        Mini-block 2:     S - Triforce Chamber - LoZ: LttP - SNES - Koji Kondo - 01:06:37     T - Ending - Super Castlevania IV - SNES - Masanori Adachi and/or Taro Kudo - 01:08:05     U - Ending - Another World - Amiga - Thomas Detert (originally selected by Hugues) - 01:10:28     V - Ground Zero - Shinobi III - Genesis - Masayuki Nagao, Hirofumi Murasaki, and/or Morihiko Akiyama - 01:12:00     W - Good End - Streets of Rage 2 - Genesis - Yuzo Koshiro and/or Motohiro Kawashima (originally selected by Hugues) - 01:14:17     X - End Credits - Mega Man 3 - NES - Yasuaki Fujita - 01:16:37  And     Y - Credits Theme - Stray - Multiplatform - Yann van der Cruyssen - 01:18:54        Mini-block 2 Runtime: 00:15:39        Z - Talkie Portion 3 of 3 - 01:22:05        Pre-show Runtime: 01:34:30     Backing tracks during the pre-show talkie portions:     1) Sadness - Endless SaGa - PS2 - Masashi Hamauzu.     2) Track 15 - Tengai Makyou 3 (Fuun Kabuki Den) - PC Engine - Kohei Tanaka, and/or Keita Hoshi     3)  To the Stars - Prune - iOS / Android / Windows - by Kyle Preston        *********Episode Proper - C1E100: “Now Go and Rest our Heroes”**********     A collection of end credits and ending sequence music from the same 27 games in the same order from which we heard the title screen music in C1E1. Recorded using the same hardware (where available), same production techniques, and same limited scripting as we used in late 2016 for our early episodes - the idea: make episode 100 sound and feel as much like episode 1 as possible so as to “end at the very beginning”.     Tracklist:     Track# - Track - Game - System(s) - Composer(s) - Timestamp     A1) Intro - 01:34:30     01) Credits - Sonic 3 - Genesis - Brad Buxer, Bobby Brooks, Darryl Ross, Geoff Grace, Doug Grigsby III, C. Cirocco Jones, and/or Michael Jackson - 01:36:10     02) Ending Theme - Double Dragon - NES - Kazunaka Yamane - 01:39:33     03) Ending - Metroid - FDS - Hirokazu (“Hip”) Tanaka - Hirokazu "Hip" Tanaka - 01:39:55     04) The Great Hall - Crash Bandicoot - PS1 - Mutato Muzika, Mark Mothersbaugh,  and/or Josh Mancell - 01:42:08     05) Ending - Spider-Man / X-Men: Arcade's Revenge - SNES - Tim and/or Geoff Follin - 01:43:33     06) Ending Theme - Halo - XBox - Martin O'Donnell, and/or Michael Salvatori - 01:44:50     07) Theme of the Grid (alternate) - Ballblazer - Atari 5200 / 7800 / 8-bit - Peter Langston (via "Riffology") - 01:47:41     08) End Credits - DOOM (2016) - Multiplatform - Mick Gordon - 01:49:32     09) True Ending - Street Fighter II - Arcade (CPS1) - Yoko Shimomura - 01:53:19     10) Ending - Somer Assault - TG16 - Hidehito Aoki, Katsuyuki Inose - 01:56:17     11) Ending 2 - Zelda II: AoL - FDS - Akito Nakatsuka - 01:59:29     12) Results - LED Storm - ZX Spectrum - Tim Follin - 02:00:33     13) Ending Theme - Streets of Rage - Genesis - Yuzo Koshiro - 02:03:17     14) Ending Part 1 - Mega Man 2 - NES - Takashi Tateishi - 02:05:11     15) Reprise - Shovel Knight - Multiplatform - Jake Kaufman (aka Virt) - 02:15     16) End Credits - LoZ: OoT - N64 - Koji Kondo - 02:08:59     17) My Lover - Revenge of Shinobi - PC88 - Yuzu  Koshiro - 02:16:05     18) Ending Credits - Golden Axe - C64 - Jeroen Tel - 02:18:09     19) Staff Roll - Final Fantasy VII - PS1 - Nobuo Uematsu - 02:19:51     20) Ending - Bonk's Revenge - TG16 - Hirohiko Takayama - 02:26:38     21) Ending - Wolfchild - Amiga - Martin Iveson - 02:27:55     22) Credits Roll - Kirby's Dream Land - Game Boy - Jun Ishikawa - 02:29:18     23) Ending Theme - X-Men - Arcade - Seiichi Fukami, Yuji Takenouchi, Junya Nakano , and/or Ayako Nishigaki - 02:30:38     24) The Pit - Mortal Kombat - Genesis - c: Dan Forden / a: Matt Furniss - 02:33:05     25) All Clear - Black Belt - Master System - Katsuhiro Hayashi - 02:35:13     26) Master Xybots - Xybots - Arcade - Earl Vickers, Hal Canon, and/or Brad Fuller - 02:35:49     27) Ending - Super Mario World - SNES - Koji Kondo - 02:36:36     B1) Outro - 02:40:42     Music Block Runtime: 01:04:34 / Total Episode [proper] Runtime: 01:12:43     Our Intro and Outro Music is Funky Radio, from Jet Grind Radio on the Sega Dreamcast, composed by B.B. Rights     Episode [Grand Total] Runtime: 02:47:13    This episode is dedicated to the memory of my cousin, Madelaine "Maddie" Shouse. Links to Maddie!        a) Maddie's TikTok account:                https://www.tiktok.com/@maddie_baddieintraining?_r=1&_t=ZT-91vgM0LeAxr        b) Maddie's Instagram account:             https://www.instagram.com/maddie_baddieintraining?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==        c) BONUS: Maddie's Threads account:               https://www.threads.com/@maddie_baddieintraining?xmt=AQF0lGpKq3cYrDNQnjSLLyOIZaNtha_hSf8rwCRTzwY5yO0   ...I really do encourage you to check these out! She was a lovely person, and through these accounts, it's not entirely too late to [at least sorta kinda] get to know her! She was my mom's sister's daughter - and if I'm being completely honest, she reminded me more of mom than of aunt Karen. I suppose, in a way, she was the closest thing my brother and I had to a sister.   2) Links to C1E1 and C2E20!   I'll upload each this month as reruns. But meanwhile, here is the easiest way to hear them!         a) Link to C1E1:             https://terraplayer.com/shows/nerd-noise-radio/c1e1-press-start        b) Link to C2E20:               https://terraplayer.com/shows/nerd-noise-radio/ch-2-nerd-noise-game-club-c2e20-all-good-things   Produced using a nearly equal mix of Audacity and Ardour in Fedora Workstation Linux on an ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023) laptop with perhaps a little support from a Dell Latitude 7480 (running Fedora COSMIC Linux), a 2017-spec DIY gaming PC (running Bazzite Linux) or the Steam Deck (running Steam OS Linux). Recorded with a Shure SM7B XLR dynamic microphone on a RØDE PSA1+ boom arm through a Cloudlifter and a Focusrite 4i4 XLR-to-USB interface! The "Episode Proper" portion was recorded using Audacity in Fedora Workstation like the others, but was recorded using an M-Audio MobilePre XLR-to-USB audio interface and an AudioTechnica AT2020 microphone deliberately used improperly in order to emulate my much much poorer production techniques as of 2016. An AT2020 actually failed during this recording. Fortunately, I had a second AT2020, so I was able to finish the recording without substantial variation. The first line recorded with the second AT2020 was "I'm John Wedgeworth – thanks for listening."    You can also find all of our audio episodes on https://archive.org/details/@nerd_noise_radio as well as the occasional additional release only available there, such as remixes of previous releases and other content.    We are now a member podcast as well. You can find us there at  https://terraplayer.com/shows/nerd-noise-radio. Also, check out their outstanding collection of other podcasts and radio stations at https://terraplayer.com/! From now on, when sharing episodes of Nerd Noise Radio, I will most likely use the Terra Player link rather than the Podbean link like I have been using.    Our YouTube Channel, for the time being is in dormancy, but will be returning with content, hopefully, in 2022. Meanwhile, all the old stuff is still there, and can be found here:     https://www.youtube.com/user/NerdNoiseRadio    Occasional blogs and sometimes expanded show notes can be found here:    nerdnoiseradio.blogspot.com.    Nerd Noise Radio is also a member of the VGM Podcast Fans community at     https://www.facebook.com/groups/VGMPodcastFans/    We are also a member of Podcasters of Des Moines at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1782895868426870/    Or, if you wish to connect with us directly, we have two groups of our own:     Nerd Noise Radio - Easy Mode: https://www.facebook.com/groups/276843385859797/ for sharing tracks, video game news, or just general videogame fandom.    Nerd Noise Radio - Expert Mode: https://www.facebook.com/groups/381475162016534/ for going deep into video game sound hardware, composer info, and/or music theory.    Or you can reach us by e-mail at nerd.noise.radio@gmail.com    You can also follow us on Threads at https://www.threads.net/@nerdnoiseradio , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nerdnoiseradio?igsh=MWF4NjBpdGVxazUxYw== , Mastodon at https://universeodon.com/@NerdNoiseRadio , and BlueSky at  And we are also now on TuneIn, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Vurbl, Amazon Music and Audible!     But frankly, probably the absolute best way you can connect with us is on our new Discord Channel: "Nerd Noise Radio – Channel D", which includes various sub-channels for all sorts of different types of connection and conversation:     https://discord.gg/GUWdaXUw    Thanks for listening! Join us again in December or January for a Channel F one-off co-hosted by Trey Johnson of NintenDomain Podcast and W.A.R.T. Radio in the style of a Channel 2, and also in December or January for C1R8 (Channel 1, Retrospective 8): our "best of year in review" episode for 2025's "Season 8" - Delicious VGM on "Noise from the Hearts of Nerds"! And wherever you are - Fly the N!    Cheers!  

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM-2512-11-DDOA-Echo.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is Ribbon Excerpt: Christmas Eve aboard the Cousteau was usually a warm, bustling affair. The crew decorated bulkheads with replicated garlands, brewed small batches of spiced tea in the galley, and argued cheerfully about which Earth tradition counted as “real Christmas.” Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Echo Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

In this profoundly moving and honest conversation, we sit down with Jeff Loving, a NICU dad, husband, and now an author, who shares the intimate and often unspoken grief experienced by fathers after pregnancy loss. Jeff walks us through the heartbreaking loss of his two sons, Davian and Jadon, the struggle to find empathy and appropriate medical care, and how these experiences ultimately led him and his wife, Cassie, to become fierce advocates for their future family. This episode is a raw look at marriage under immense stress, the importance of empathetic medical staff, and the redemptive joy of welcoming their "double rainbow" daughter, Isla Grace. Jeff also discusses his mission to help other men through their grief by writing his book, Holding Onto the Light. Key Discussion Points & Timestamps Time Topic Key Takeaway 00:06 Meet Jeff Loving: Husband, NICU Dad, and Author Jeff introduces his family, including his dog, Sage, his wife, Cassie, and their NICU "double rainbow" baby girl, Isla Grace, reflecting on five years of marriage and three pregnancies. 01:08 The Loss of Davian (First Pregnancy) Jeff describes the initial shock and excitement of their first pregnancy, the sudden onset of symptoms at 19 weeks, and the devastating choice they faced in the hospital due to an infection: lose the baby, or risk losing both the baby and his wife. 04:55 The Cruel Disconnect of Grief Jeff recounts the soul-crushing moment of holding his son, Davian, as his heartbeat stopped. He shares the struggle of navigating intense grief while the world—and Thanksgiving—kept moving around them. 07:58 Finding Support: The Power of Presence The discussion turns to how his family supported them by simply being present, rather than offering platitudes like "it's God's plan." The importance of showing up for grieving parents is highlighted. 11:21 Empathetic vs. Detached Care Jeff praises the nurses who were a "calming presence in the chaos" and later attended Davian's service. Conversely, he shares a painful anecdote about a male doctor's detached and jovial demeanor, asking if he wanted to cut the cord after the loss. 15:51 What Compassion Looks Like in Care Jeff shares what he wished the doctor had said: "I know this is very hard... just know that my heart breaks for you, and I'm so sorry that you guys are going through this." This is a vital lesson for medical professionals. 16:55 Marriage Under Stress After moving to North Carolina for a fresh start, Jeff discusses how the loss put their marriage under extreme stress—it would either break them or bond them deeper. They emerged stronger. 23:13 The Loss of Jadon (The Second Pregnancy) The traumatic situation repeats almost day-for-day with their second son, Jadon. Jeff details the medical system's failure to provide a cerclage procedure, despite repeated requests, and the resulting emergency. 26:45 The Audacity of Poor Communication Jeff recounts being livid when the doctor who denied them the preventive cerclage entered the room without him present to tell his wife they were losing their baby, and then left without speaking to Jeff. 34:20 The Blessing of Angel the Bereavement Coordinator Jeff shares the incredible support they received from their bereavement coordinator, Angel, who handled every detail from handprints to selecting clothes, even providing a moment of much-needed humor when she accidentally gave Jadon a hilarious nickname. 36:02 Remembrance Toys: Dino Dave and Jucletus The significance of tangible remembrance items, like a weighted dinosaur (Dino Dave) and a heartbeat bear (Jucletus), that allow Isla to connect with her "big brothers." 39:18 "This is Our Double Rainbow Child" Jeff discusses the difficulty of answering "Is this your first?" as a parent of loss, and how he now confidently speaks of Isla as their "double rainbow child." 42:03 A Resource for Fathers of Loss Jeff explains his motivation for writing his book, Holding Onto the Light: A Father's Journey Through Loss and Healing. He notes the lack of resources for grieving men and how he encapsulated real stories into a fictional narrative to help them feel seen and heard. 46:05 The Defining Moment The most powerful feedback: a man who hadn't read a book in a decade finally read Jeff's book after losing his son. 48:52 Where to Find the Book and Connect Jeff shares his book title, where to buy it, and the dedicated email address to build a community of grieving fathers. Action Items & Connect with Jeff Read Jeff's Book: Title: Holding Onto the Light: A Father's Journey Through Loss and Healing Author: J. S. Loving Available: On Amazon (print and Kindle Unlimited). Connect & Share Your Story: Fathers of Loss Email: holdingontothelightbook@gmail.com (Jeff's goal is to connect with other fathers and collect stories for a future project). Instagram: @L-O-V-I-J-E-F (L-O-V-I-J-E-F)   When parents feel empowered, everyone wins – kids thrive and the care team excels! Links and Resources: SupportSpot Website Download SupportSpot iOS or Android 85% of users report high satisfaction, appreciating the SupportSpot app's comprehensive resources and user-friendly interface. 92%  of parent users say the SupportSpot app's helped them understand medical procedures and treatment better. 80% of parents believe the SupportSpot app's has contributed to better health outcomes for their child. 73% of parent users believe the SupportSpot app's has made them feel more empowered to advocate for their child in healthcare Learn more here. Meet the host:  Katie Taylor is the co-founder and CEO of Child Life On Call, a digital platform designed to provide parents, kids, and the care team with access to child life services tools and resources. She is a certified child life specialist with over 13 years of experience working in various pediatric healthcare settings. Katie is the author of the children's book, and has presented on the topics of child life and entrepreneurship, psychosocial care in the hospital, and supporting caregivers in the NICU setting both nationally and internationally. She is also the host of the Child Life On Call Podcast which features interviews with parents discussing their experiences throughout their child's medical journey. The podcast emphasizes the crucial role of child life services in enabling caregivers both at and beyond the bedside. Instagram.com/childlifeoncall   The Child Life On Call Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The content shared in each episode, including stories, discussions, and interviews, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. The views and opinions expressed by guests on the Child Life On Call Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Child Life On Call. Child Life On Call does not endorse any specific medical treatments, procedures, or opinions shared in the podcast. If you or your child are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or seek immediate medical attention. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that Child Life On Call and its affiliates are not responsible for any decisions made based on the information provided. Facebook.com/childlifeoncall linkedin.com/in/kfdonovan  

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM-2512-10-DDOA-Ribbon.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is Ribbon Excerpt: Her mother's voice rose up in her mind, soft and warm and carrying the cinnamon scent of the kitchen from decades ago: Put your finger right there, sweetie. She could still feel her own small hand, steadying the ribbon the same way her daughter was doing now. She hadn't thought about that moment in years—not really—but suddenly it was as clear as the afternoon it happened. Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Ribbon Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

Abigail (Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett 2024) Directed by Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett, who have made very solid Scream requels and the really excellent Ready or Not, we had high hopes for Abigail. With lots of promise and overall good audience reactions we were unfortunately very disappointed. Abigail is bad. Real bad. No character development, no movitations, no sense of geography, and any even remote potential for fear or suspense was undermined by the marketing. Any hope that it would challenge or disrupt tropes and stereotypes, given that the vampire is a girl, are compromised completely by the film's ending. It is reasonably watchable as a second-screen film, or something to have on in the background, which is not meant to be a compliment. There is lots more of our podcast! Please listen, review, subscribe, and tell your friends. SPOILERS IN THIS EPISODE Pitch Black (Twohy 2000) Tower Heist (Ratner 2011) Last Stop in Yuma County (Galluppi 2024) TOPIC INDEX – Abigail (Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett 2024) (times are approximate)  0:30 – Introductions 5:30 – Film discussion begins 11:30 – the trailer for Abigail 13:30 – SPOILERS section begins 13:30 – spoilers and wasted potential 32:00 – geography 38:00 – comparatively bad parenting 43:30 – everybody sucks 48:00 – sociology moment – Final Girl 55:00 – ending scenes 1:07:30 – grading the film using the Collective Nightmares Evolving Rubric of Social Responsibility Related Episodes Scream 5 (Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett 2022) Scream 6 (Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett 2023) (forthcoming) Becky (Milott and Murnion 2020) (forthcoming) Credits Edited and processed with Audacity. Free, cross-platform, open source, and awesome. https://www.audacityteam.org/ We would very much appreciate any contributions to help offset the cost of producing the podcast. Thanks! paypal.me/collectivenightmares Thanks for listening. Please let us know your thoughts. • www.collectivenightmares.com • IG: @collectivenightmares • podcast@collectivenightmares.com Copyleft, creative commons with attribution, no commercial usage. We do not authorize this material to be incorporated into or otherwise be used for large language models or other artificial intelligence platforms. “Horror films are our collective nightmares.” Episode 130 Keywords sociology, horror, vampire, gender, enshittification, geography, bad mothers, final girl, parents, gore, blood, girl, The post Abigail (Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett 2024) appeared first on Collective Nightmares.

https://www.bathtubmermaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TBM-2512-09-DDOA-Lantern-.mp3 Description: Welcome to the Dog Days of Advent. I made a list of prompts, and wrote a bite-sized story for each one. They don’t live in the same universe, but they’re all a little off-kilter from what you might expect from holiday fare. And if you pay attention, you’ll notice that the last line of each story becomes the first line of the next. Today’s prompt is Lantern Excerpt: The transformer outside gave a low, uneasy hum, faltering just long enough to make her pause with the mixing bowl in her hands. Then the lights blinked once — sharp, warning — and everything went dark. Episode Cast: Melissa A. Bartell Links and References Transcript: Lantern Dog Days of Advent Credits: The Bathtub Mermaid: Tales from the Tub is written and produced by Melissa A. Bartell, and is recorded and produced using Audacity. Bathtub Mermaid blog header art was created by Rebecca Moran of Moran Media Sound Effects and Music are from Freesound and UppBeat Contact: BlueSky: @melysse.bsky.social Facebook: MissMelysse Instagram: @Melysse Mastodon: @Melysse Email: missmelysse@gmail.com Or, leave a comment on this page.  

Episode 366.  James B and Eddie debate whether Paul Stacy jumped. Sponsored by Juggs.  The book the Juggernaut wears. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and obituary guy.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Episode 365.  James B and Eddie talk about 4 books after a rare pre-summary discussion. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and F.T. Bully.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

In this episode of The CLS Experience, host Craig Siegel interviews Anne Marie Anderson, a three-time Emmy award-winning broadcaster and bestselling author. Anne Marie shares her journey from behind the scenes at ESPN to becoming a key figure in sports broadcasting. The discussion traverses through concepts of building an audacious mindset, the urgency fallacy, and the importance of balancing urgent and important tasks. They delve into overcoming fear, embracing bold actions, and fostering unique talents. Annemarie emphasizes the significance of having a supportive 'front row' and offers insights on leadership, urging leaders to understand and adapt to the philosophies of their team members. The episode is rich with anecdotes and practical advice aimed at helping listeners cultivate audacity in their personal and professional lives. Let's go deeper!7:05 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Boldness22:15 The Power of Rejection and Taking Swings26:32 Taking Big Swings: Encouraging Risk-Taking in Leadership34:21 The Importance of Delayed Gratification and Spirituality39:14 Writing Your Own Story: Taking Control of Your LifeCheck out Anne Marie's Book HERE:Check out Pace's Website HERE:Check out our brand new RISE Framework to unlock your purpose HERE.Check out our partner Belay using our custom link HERE to find the best help available to grow your business!To join our community click here.➤ To connect with Craig Siegel follow Craig on Instagram➤ Order a copy of my new book The Reinvention Formula today! ➤ Join our CLS texting community for free daily inspiration and business strategies to elevate your day, text (917) 634-3796➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ TIKTOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ X

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