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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Serendipity in the Bamboo Grove: A Tale of Inspiration Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-04-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の嵐山は、日本の文化の日を迎える秋のある日、静寂に包まれていました。En: KyotoのArashiyama was enveloped in tranquility on an autumn day as Japan celebrated Culture Day.Ja: 竹林は、静かなカテドラルのようにそそり立つ竹の葉で覆われ、その風景に澄んだ空気が漂っていました。En: The bamboo grove stood tall like a quiet cathedral, covered with bamboo leaves, and the landscape was filled with clear, fresh air.Ja: ハルキは、京都の大学に通う学生で、伝統的な日本の芸術に情熱を持っていました。En: Haruki was a student attending a university in Kyoto, passionate about traditional Japanese arts.Ja: 彼は次のプロジェクトのために、特別なインスピレーションを探していました。En: He was searching for special inspiration for his next project.Ja: 彼はいつもと違う小径を選び、竹林の中を歩いていました。En: Choosing a different path than usual, he walked through the bamboo grove.Ja: 一方、エミは作家で、新しい小説のための静かな場所を探していました。En: Meanwhile, Emi was a writer looking for a quiet place for her new novel.Ja: 彼女はちょうどスランプに陥っており、頭の中の霧を晴らすために、自然との対話を求めていました。En: She had recently hit a slump and sought communion with nature to clear the fog clouding her mind.Ja: 竹の葉が静かに揺れる音が響く中で、ハルキとエミが偶然出会います。En: Amidst the sound of quietly rustling bamboo leaves, Haruki and Emi met by chance.Ja: エミは周りの美しさに心を打たれ、彼に声をかけました。「ここで何をしているんですか？」と彼女が尋ねました。En: Struck by the beauty around her, she approached him. "What are you doing here?" she asked.Ja: ハルキは微笑んで答えました。「新しい視点を見つけたいんです。あなたは？」エミは答えました。「最新の小説のためにインスピレーションが必要です。」En: Haruki smiled and answered, "I'm looking for a new perspective. And you?" Emi replied, "I need inspiration for my latest novel."Ja: 二人は竹林を歩きながら、各々の創作の苦しみについて話し始めました。En: As they walked through the bamboo grove, they started talking about the struggles of their respective creative endeavors.Ja: エミは自身の考えを声に出すことで新たな洞察を得ることを理解し、ハルキは彼女の視点から多くを学べると気付きました。En: Emi realized that voicing her thoughts brought new insights, and Haruki found he could learn much from her perspective.Ja: 彼らの話は深まり、竹の静寂が彼らを包み込む中で、共鳴し始めました。En: Their conversation deepened, and in the silence of the bamboo, they began to resonate with each other.Ja: 「あなたの視点はとても新鮮です」とハルキは言いました。「エミさんのおかげで、私の作品に新しい命が吹き込まれたようです。」En: "Your perspective is quite refreshing," Haruki said. "Thanks to you, it feels like new life has been breathed into my work."Ja: エミもまた、「ハルキさんと話すことで、私の小説に新たな光が差しました」と微笑みました。En: Emi also smiled, "Talking with you, Haruki-san, has cast new light on my novel."Ja: 日が暮れる頃には、二人は各々のインスピレーションを得ていました。En: By the time dusk fell, both had found their respective inspirations.Ja: ハルキはプロジェクトのためのユニークなアイデアを持ち帰り、エミは小説を書く新たな視点と自信を取り戻しました。En: Haruki returned with unique ideas for his project, and Emi regained a fresh perspective and confidence in her writing.Ja: 二人は竹林を後にし、心が軽くなったように感じました。En: They left the bamboo grove feeling as if a weight had been lifted from their hearts.Ja: ハルキは協力の大切さを学び、エミは他者からインスピレーションを得ることの素晴らしさを発見しました。En: Haruki learned the importance of collaboration, and Emi discovered the beauty of finding inspiration in others.Ja: こうして、秋のある日の嵐山での出会いは、二人にとって永遠の宝物となりました。En: Thus, the encounter in Arashiyama on that autumn day became an eternal treasure for them both.Ja: 竹林の静寂とともに、新しい季節の始まりを告げる風がそよいでいました。En: Along with the tranquility of the bamboo grove, a breeze heralded the beginning of a new season. Vocabulary Words:enveloped: 包まれてtranquility: 静寂bamboo grove: 竹林cathedral: カテドラルlandscape: 風景inspiration: インスピレーションslump: スランプcommunion: 対話breeze: 風dusk: 日が暮れる頃perspective: 視点endeavor: 創作resonate: 共鳴unique: ユニークcollaboration: 協力insights: 洞察fog: 霧rustling: 揺れるslump: スランプvoices: 声に出すeternal: 永遠cherish: 宝物breeze: そよいでautumn: 秋novel: 小説creative: 創作rustling: 揺れるsilence: 静寂confidence: 自信treasure: 宝物

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Episode Title: Relaxing Visuals for Sleep: Rain on Bamboo LanternDescription: Tonight's episode invites you to unwind with the soft patter of rain falling over a bamboo lantern—a gentle blend of nature and warm, ambient light. We explore how pairing soothing visuals with subtle rain soundscapes can help quiet racing thoughts, slow breathing, and ease you into restful sleep.You'll learn:Why rhythmic rain sounds support relaxation and sleep onsetHow warm, low lighting (like a lantern glow) signals the body to wind downSimple visualization prompts to use while listeningA short wind-down routine you can follow before bedTip: Try setting your room lights to a warm tone, imagine the glow of a bamboo lantern, and let the steady rain guide you into calm. A few mindful minutes can transform your nighttime routine.Join us next time as we continue building simple, soothing habits for better rest.=======DISCLAIMER

Blind Hog and Acorn went to a guy not too far away who had a plethora of bamboo that he lets folks dig in the Fall,  FOR FREE!!!  Seven three-gallon nursery containers got loaded up with bamboo plants ranging from 12" to 48".  Acorn is quite pleased.House plants and the last of the squash ere brought in and not a minute too soon.  The next morning was a real freeze.  The last of the tomatoes are ripening on their own in the workshop, along with a bunch of still-green winter squash.Outback cut a front tire, too close to the sidewall to repair.  Four new tires ordered from the tire guy in town.  Last set lasted 39,000 and for our rough gravel road, that is probably pretty darn good.Acorn made macaroni from scratch then proceeded to make butternut mac and cheese.  Followed up today with butternut "invisible lasagna," think scalloped potatoes but using  butternut slices with a Boursin cheese filling sauce.  Also very good.Last game of the World Series and the farmers are cheering on the Blue Jays.

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What's the connection between 'digger' and Alan Titchmarsh? Will succulents live in an unheated greenhouse? How do we manage a bamboo patch? We'll answer all these and more in this week's podcast! Plus all the regular gardening advice and help and a bit of fun thrown in!Visit potsandtrowels.com for links to all the videos & podcast episodesEmail Questions to info@potsandtrowels.com Our weekly YouTube videos are here: Pots & Trowels YouTubeThe Pots & Trowels team:Martin FishJill FishSean RileyFind out more about Martin & Jill at martinfish.com Find out more about Sean at boardie.comPodcast produced by the team, edited by Sean, hosted by buzzsprout.com

In this week's episode, joined by 2024 New Orleans-Matsue Sister City Exchange Program participants Katherine Heller & Wade Trosclair, the Krewe looks back & celebrates 30 years of friendship between Matsue, Japan & New Orleans, Louisiana... a sister city relationship built on cultural exchange, mutual curiosity, &shared spirit. Together, they reflect on their time in Matsue during the exchange program, their experiences with host families, and the deep connections that form when two communities separated by an ocean come together.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:53:00)------ Past Matsue/Sister City Episodes ------Lafcadio Hearn: 2024 King of Carnival (S5Bonus)Explore Matsue ft. Nicholas McCullough (S4E19)Jokichi Takamine: The Earliest Bridge Between New Orleans & Japan ft. Stephen Lyman (S4E13)The Life & Legacy of Lafcadio Hearn ft. Bon & Shoko Koizumi (S1E9)Matsue & New Orleans: Sister Cities ft. Dr. Samantha Perez (S1E2)------ Links about the Exchange ------2024 Exchange Program Info/PicturesShogun Martial Arts Dojo (Katie's family's dojo)------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

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The Krewe sits down with Haruka Kikuchi, a Japanese jazz trombonist making waves in New Orleans. From discovering jazz in Japan to second-lining through the Crescent City, Haruka shares her story of finding home through music — and how jazz bridges cultures across oceans.  ------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:53:00)------ Past Music Episodes ------S5E13 - The Thunderous Sounds of Taiko ft. Takumi Kato (加藤 拓三), World Champion Taiko DrummerS5E10 - The Japanese Pop Music Scene ft. Patrick St. MichelS4E1 - Shamisen: Musical Sounds of Traditional Japan ft. Norm Nakamura of Tokyo LensS3E14 - City Pop & Yu ft. Yu HayamiS3E1 - Exploring Enka ft. Jerome White Jr aka ジェロ / Jero------ Links about Haruka ------Haruka's Website Haruka on IGHaruka on FacebookHaruka on YouTubeGoFundMe to Help Support Haruka's Family------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Mystery in the Bamboo Grove: A Tea Ceremony Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-14-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 嵐山の竹林は、秋の柔らかな風に揺れる竹の姿が美しい場所です。En: The Arashiyama bamboo grove is a beautiful place where the bamboo sways in the gentle autumn breeze.Ja: 高く伸びた竹が、影を作りながら静かな音を立てています。En: The tall bamboo casts shadows while making soft, quiet sounds.Ja: この竹林の奥深くで、茶道の達人であるハルトは静かに茶室を整えていました。En: Deep within this bamboo grove, Haruto, an expert in the art of tea, was quietly preparing the tea room.Ja: その日、ハルトは特別なお茶会を開いていました。En: On that day, Haruto was hosting a special tea ceremony.Ja: 彼の招待客の中には、京都の文化を体験しに来たジャーナリストのユナもいました。En: Among his guests was Yuna, a journalist who had come to experience the culture of Kyoto.Ja: ユナはいつも新しいものに興味を持ち、何かを解決するのが得意な女性です。En: Yuna is a woman who always has an interest in new things and excels at solving problems.Ja: お茶会が始まる前、ハルトは重要なものがなくなったことに気づきます。En: Before the tea ceremony began, Haruto noticed that something important was missing.Ja: それは珍しい抹茶のキャディでした。En: It was a rare matcha caddy.Ja: このキャディがなければ、お茶会は失敗に終わるかもしれません。En: Without this caddy, the tea ceremony might end in failure.Ja: しかし、ハルトはゲストたちに不安を与えたくありません。En: However, Haruto did not want to alarm the guests.Ja: 「ユナさん、少しお手伝いいただけませんか？」ハルトは静かに言いました。En: “Yunaさん, could you lend me a hand for a moment?” Haruto asked quietly.Ja: ユナはすぐに彼の依頼に応じます。En: Yuna immediately responded to his request.Ja: 二人は竹林の中を調べ始めます。落ち葉の間に手がかりを探し、他のゲストに気づかれないようにしました。En: The two began to search within the bamboo grove, looking for clues among the fallen leaves without letting the other guests notice.Ja: 「ここに何かあるかも」とユナは言います。En: “There might be something here,” Yuna said.Ja: 彼女は足元をじっくり見つめ、微かな足跡を見つけました。En: She carefully examined her surroundings and found faint footprints.Ja: 足跡をたどっていくと、二人は茶室の後ろの小さな庭に出ました。En: Following the footprints, the two arrived at a small garden behind the tea room.Ja: そこには控えめに笑うハルトの古い友人が立っていました。En: There stood Haruto's old friend smiling gently.Ja: 「すみません、ハルトさん」と友人が言いました。En: “Sorry, Haruto,” said the friend.Ja: 「あなたの能力を試したくて。古い友として。」En: “I wanted to test your abilities, as an old friend.”Ja: ハルトは短く笑います。En: Haruto chuckled briefly.Ja: 「なるほど、あなたでしたか。」En: “I see, it was you.”Ja: しかし、彼の声には怒りがありませんでした。En: However, there was no anger in his voice.Ja: 友人はそっとキャディを取り出します。En: The friend quietly pulled out the caddy.Ja: 「お返しします。En: “I'm returning it.Ja: あなたが無事に見つけてくれると信じていましたから。」En: I had faith that you would find it safely.”Ja: ハルトは礼儀正しくキャディを受け取りました。En: Haruto politely accepted the caddy.Ja: お茶会は、何事もなかったかのように再開されます。En: The tea ceremony resumed as if nothing had happened.Ja: その夜、竹林は静かに満ち足りた空気に包まれていました。En: That night, the bamboo grove was enveloped in a quietly fulfilling atmosphere.Ja: ハルトは心の中で、新しい発見をしました。伝統に少しの変化や謎が加わることで、人生はもっと豊かになるのだと。En: Haruto discovered something new in his heart: that life becomes richer with a bit of change and mystery added to tradition.Ja: ユナは微笑み、新しい友人と共に、京都の夜を楽しむのでした。En: Yuna smiled and enjoyed the night in Kyoto with her new friend. Vocabulary Words:grove: 竹林breeze: 風sways: 揺れるshadows: 影rare: 珍しいcaddy: キャディfailure: 失敗alarm: 不安footprints: 足跡journalist: ジャーナリストexamined: 見つめsurroundings: 足元gently: 控えめにabilities: 能力faith: 信じてpolitely: 礼儀正しくenveloped: 包まれてtradition: 伝統expert: 達人ceremony: お茶会discover: 発見quietly: 静かにsmiled: 微笑みexcels: 得意lend: お手伝いclues: 手がかりautumn: 秋solving: 解決missing: なくなったhost: 開いていました

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DIY Enthusiast & the man behind "Anton in Japan" YouTube Channel, Anton Wörmann joins the Krewe to talk about akiya, Japan's abandoned home phenomenon, and how he's transforming them into stunning spaces. We dig into what it's like to buy, clear out, & renovate an akiya and how Anton's journey from fashion to DIY restoration is reshaping what “home” means in Japan.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:53:00)------ Past Home & Architecture Episodes ------S5E15 - Change in Urban & Rural Japanese Communities ft. Azby BrownS5E6 - Inside Japanese Homes & Architecture ft. Azby BrownS3E2 - Buying Real Estate in Japan ft. Ziv Nakajima-Magen------ Links about Anton ------Anton in Japan YouTube ChannelAnton on IGAnton in Japan Website & ResourcesAnton on TikTokAnton's Live Master Class on Oct 12 @ 10am JST (Sign Up!)Anton's Akiya Master Class Program------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

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In this episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discusses Siman 134 of the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, covering the laws of building a sukkah, timed with the preparation period between Yom Kippur (September 20, 2025) and Sukkot (September 25, 2025). He emphasizes the mitzvah's spiritual significance as a divine “hug” and a fresh start post-Yom Kippur. Key points include:Sukkot's Timing and Purpose: The days between Yom Kippur and Sukkot are “free days” for preparation (building sukkahs, selecting four species), keeping one too busy to sin. Sukkot, called “Yom HaRishon” (first day), is the first opportunity for sin post-Yom Kippur, making it a time to establish new, righteous habits. Dwelling in the sukkah mirrors the Clouds of Glory that protected the Israelites in the desert, symbolizing divine protection and closeness.Halachot of Sukkah Construction (Siman 134):Halacha 1: It's a mitzvah to build the sukkah immediately after Yom Kippur, even on Erev Shabbos (e.g., September 21, 2025). Choose a clean, stable location (e.g., driveway, not mud). Everyone, even dignitaries, should personally participate in building, though the Shehechiyanu blessing is covered by the Kiddush on Sukkot's first night.Halacha 2: Beautify the sukkah with nice furnishings (e.g., tablecloths, artwork), as one would a home, to honor the mitzvah and the spiritual “guests” (Ushpizin: Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, etc.). Walls must be sturdy, with at least two and a half walls, symbolizing Hashem's hug.Halacha 3–4: Schach must grow from the ground, be detached, and not be susceptible to ritual impurity (tumah). Bamboo mats or tree branches are ideal; pre-cut wood slats or utensils (e.g., ladders, shovels) are invalid. Consult a rabbi if proper schach is unavailable. Supports for schach can be tumah-susceptible items (e.g., metal) after the fact, though stringencies avoid metal entirely.Halacha 5: Schach must provide more shade than sunlight on the floor. If sunlight exceeds shade or there's a three-tefach (handbreadth) gap, the sukkah is invalid. Thick schach blocking all stars is still kosher, but if it prevents rain penetration, it's like a permanent roof and invalid.Halacha 6–7: A sukkah needs at least three walls. Invalid schach (e.g., four tefachim wide, about 16 inches) can split a three-walled sukkah, invalidating it. A space less than four amos (eight feet) from a wall is considered a “bent wall,” valid as part of the sukkah, but don't sit under it. Schach under tree branches (attached to the ground) is invalid, even if cut later, unless lifted and replaced for the sukkah's sake.Halacha 8–9: For built-in sukkahs with retractable roofs, open the roof before placing schach. A sukkah doesn't require a mezuzah if temporary, but a permanent sukkah (e.g., part of a house) does. A borrowed sukkah is valid, but a stolen one or one in a public domain is not, unless no alternative exists.Halacha 10–12: Don't cut schach from others' trees without permission. Building a sukkah during Chol HaMoed is permitted. Sukkah materials (walls, schach) are designated for the mitzvah and can't be repurposed (e.g., as a toothpick) until after Simchas Torah.Halacha 13–15: Don't step on or degrade sukkah materials post-holiday, as they were used for a mitzvah, like tzitzis. Don't engrave Torah verses on food decorations (e.g., gourds), as they'll rot, disrespecting the verses. On Erev Sukkos, avoid eating bread after midday to enter the sukkah with an appetite. Increase charity before Sukkot to enhance the mitzvah.Spiritual Insights: The sukkah represents leaving comfort zones to bond with Hashem, as the Israelites did in the desert, protected by the Clouds of Glory. Rabbi Wolbe shares a story of a community member who builds sukkahs for free, reflecting the mitzvah's joy, and his childhood memories of using tarps in Brooklyn to shield sukkahs from rain, emphasizing practical challenges and solutions.The episode concludes with a blessing for a meaningful Sukkot, encouraging listeners to embrace the holiday's spiritual renewal and closeness with Hashem, followed by an invitation to the “Ask Away” segment._____________The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B_LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode (Ep. #60) of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on October 5, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on October 6, 2025_____________Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Everyday Judaism Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-judaism-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1600622789) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/3AXCNcyKSVsaOLsLQsCN1C) to stay inspired! Share your questions at askaway@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at

In this episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discusses Siman 134 of the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, covering the laws of building a sukkah, timed with the preparation period between Yom Kippur (September 20, 2025) and Sukkot (September 25, 2025). He emphasizes the mitzvah's spiritual significance as a divine “hug” and a fresh start post-Yom Kippur. Key points include:Sukkot's Timing and Purpose: The days between Yom Kippur and Sukkot are “free days” for preparation (building sukkahs, selecting four species), keeping one too busy to sin. Sukkot, called “Yom HaRishon” (first day), is the first opportunity for sin post-Yom Kippur, making it a time to establish new, righteous habits. Dwelling in the sukkah mirrors the Clouds of Glory that protected the Israelites in the desert, symbolizing divine protection and closeness.Halachot of Sukkah Construction (Siman 134):Halacha 1: It's a mitzvah to build the sukkah immediately after Yom Kippur, even on Erev Shabbos (e.g., September 21, 2025). Choose a clean, stable location (e.g., driveway, not mud). Everyone, even dignitaries, should personally participate in building, though the Shehechiyanu blessing is covered by the Kiddush on Sukkot's first night.Halacha 2: Beautify the sukkah with nice furnishings (e.g., tablecloths, artwork), as one would a home, to honor the mitzvah and the spiritual “guests” (Ushpizin: Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, etc.). Walls must be sturdy, with at least two and a half walls, symbolizing Hashem's hug.Halacha 3–4: Schach must grow from the ground, be detached, and not be susceptible to ritual impurity (tumah). Bamboo mats or tree branches are ideal; pre-cut wood slats or utensils (e.g., ladders, shovels) are invalid. Consult a rabbi if proper schach is unavailable. Supports for schach can be tumah-susceptible items (e.g., metal) after the fact, though stringencies avoid metal entirely.Halacha 5: Schach must provide more shade than sunlight on the floor. If sunlight exceeds shade or there's a three-tefach (handbreadth) gap, the sukkah is invalid. Thick schach blocking all stars is still kosher, but if it prevents rain penetration, it's like a permanent roof and invalid.Halacha 6–7: A sukkah needs at least three walls. Invalid schach (e.g., four tefachim wide, about 16 inches) can split a three-walled sukkah, invalidating it. A space less than four amos (eight feet) from a wall is considered a “bent wall,” valid as part of the sukkah, but don't sit under it. Schach under tree branches (attached to the ground) is invalid, even if cut later, unless lifted and replaced for the sukkah's sake.Halacha 8–9: For built-in sukkahs with retractable roofs, open the roof before placing schach. A sukkah doesn't require a mezuzah if temporary, but a permanent sukkah (e.g., part of a house) does. A borrowed sukkah is valid, but a stolen one or one in a public domain is not, unless no alternative exists.Halacha 10–12: Don't cut schach from others' trees without permission. Building a sukkah during Chol HaMoed is permitted. Sukkah materials (walls, schach) are designated for the mitzvah and can't be repurposed (e.g., as a toothpick) until after Simchas Torah.Halacha 13–15: Don't step on or degrade sukkah materials post-holiday, as they were used for a mitzvah, like tzitzis. Don't engrave Torah verses on food decorations (e.g., gourds), as they'll rot, disrespecting the verses. On Erev Sukkos, avoid eating bread after midday to enter the sukkah with an appetite. Increase charity before Sukkot to enhance the mitzvah.Spiritual Insights: The sukkah represents leaving comfort zones to bond with Hashem, as the Israelites did in the desert, protected by the Clouds of Glory. Rabbi Wolbe shares a story of a community member who builds sukkahs for free, reflecting the mitzvah's joy, and his childhood memories of using tarps in Brooklyn to shield sukkahs from rain, emphasizing practical challenges and solutions.The episode concludes with a blessing for a meaningful Sukkot, encouraging listeners to embrace the holiday's spiritual renewal and closeness with Hashem, followed by an invitation to the “Ask Away” segment._____________The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B_LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode (Ep. #60) of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on October 5, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on October 6, 2025_____________Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Everyday Judaism Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-judaism-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1600622789) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/3AXCNcyKSVsaOLsLQsCN1C) to stay inspired! Share your questions at askaway@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!This week's episode is very Power Puff Girl coded; FK & Jola are joined by Tosin, a Misan by Bamboo top user who's a makeup artist and business mogul. They start off chatting about moving apartments, an insane birthday night at Zaza featuring a giraffe and then tackle some very interesting dilemmas about parents prioritizing other people's feelings & wellbeing over their own children, weighing the cost of birthday gifts given and received, and the crucial choice of leaving your 9to5 to become an entrepreneur. They segue into parenting, discipline and learning life lessons on your own as a teenager. Enjoyyy this long, special, life-saving episode brought to you By Misan By Bamboo!Join FK & Jola on their Samsung journey and enjoy the brand new range of Samsung Foldables. Shop at https://www.samsung.com/africa_en/storelocator/Don't forget to use #ISWIS or #ISWISPodcast to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast on X! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen to and leave a review, share with everyone you know and if you also watch on YouTube, subscribe, like and leave a comment!Choose Bolden products for all your skincare needs like we do! Shop at Medplus Pharmacy, Nectar Beauty, Teeka4.com, Beauty Hut Africa, Cho & Zen (Abuja), Tulip Bodycare (Abuja).For listeners in areas the US, Canada, UK, and the rest of Europe, we've secured a special discount for you. Use the code ISWIS20 to receive 20% off all items on the site; www.boldenusa.comMake sure to follow us onTwitter: @ISWISPodcastInstagram: @isaidwhatisaidpodYoutube: @isaidwhatisaidpodHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a very special episode of the Crypto Curious podcast — because today we hit a huge milestone… episode number 200.That's right, for nearly four years we've been here every Wednesday, helping you unpack the wild world of crypto — through the crashes, the comebacks, the memes, the meltdowns, and everything in between.And to mark the occasion, we've brought back one of the originals… Craig Jackson is back in the chair with Blake and me today. The OG crew is reunited and ready to dive into some massive stories

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With more people employed in the parking industry then as full time soldiers are they up to the job of giving Putin a ticket? Giles turns to some great war films for inspiration:“Did you issue the parking ticket!?” “Goddam right I did!”The Booker Prize announced its short list this week, with one notable omission and one baffling inclusion – Giles is not happy. After the break is it too early in the year to put on the central heating – over to you dear listener. Recent research suggests that bravery is a more attractive trait than brawn. But what if your date is a psychopath who just likes starting fights...?Lastly, yet another use for Bamboo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Under the Moonlit Bamboo: A Tale of Resilience and Family Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-09-26-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋のアラシヤマの竹林は、静かで美しい場所です。En: The Arashiyama bamboo grove in the fall is a quiet and beautiful place.Ja: 竹の葉が風に揺れ、カサカサという音が心地よく響きます。En: The bamboo leaves sway in the wind, and the rustling sound resonates pleasantly.Ja: ハルトとミヤコは、この竹林にやってきました。二人の祖母がこの場所を大好きで、よく訪れていたからです。En: Haruto and Miyako came to this bamboo grove because their grandmother loved this place and often visited.Ja: 今日は月見の日です。En: Today is a moon-viewing day.Ja: 満月が夜空に浮かび上がる、美しい秋の夜です。En: The full moon rises in the night sky, making it a beautiful autumn night.Ja: しかし、ハルトは少し沈んだ顔をしています。En: However, Haruto looks a bit downcast.Ja: 彼は責任感が強く、いつも家族を守ろうとしています。En: He feels a strong sense of responsibility and always tries to protect his family.Ja: しかし、その重みが今、彼の肩にのしかかっていました。En: But now, that weight weighed heavily on his shoulders.Ja: 一方、ミヤコは感情を表に出すタイプです。En: On the other hand, Miyako is the type to express her emotions outwardly.Ja: 祖母のことを思うと涙が出てしまいます。En: When she thinks of her grandmother, tears well up.Ja: 彼女は、祖母の死をまだ受け入れられずにいます。En: She hasn't yet come to terms with her grandmother's passing.Ja: そして、兄のハルトとの距離を感じていました。En: She also felt a distance between herself and her brother Haruto.Ja: 「お兄ちゃん、祖母ちゃんは幸せだったと思う？」ミヤコは瞳をうるませながら、ハルトに尋ねました。En: "Onii-chan, do you think grandma was happy?" Miyako asked Haruto with teary eyes.Ja: ハルトはしばらく黙っていましたが、やがて口を開きました。En: Haruto was silent for a while but eventually spoke.Ja: 「おばあちゃんはね、竹の話をよくしてくれたんだ。」En: "Grandma used to tell us stories about bamboo a lot."Ja: ハルトは、祖母が話してくれた竹の強さについての物語を思い出しました。En: Haruto remembered the story his grandmother told about the strength of bamboo.Ja: 「竹は強くて、たくましいんだ。En: "Bamboo is strong and resilient.Ja: 曲がっても折れないし、また立ち直る。」En: Even if it bends, it doesn't break and stands up again."Ja: ミヤコはその話を聞いて、少し笑顔を見せました。En: Miyako listened to the story, showing a slight smile.Ja: 「おばあちゃんも竹みたいだったね。En: "Grandma was like bamboo too.Ja: 強くて優しかった。」En: Strong and kind."Ja: ハルトは頷きました。En: Haruto nodded.Ja: そして続けて言いました。「僕たちも強くならないとね。En: Then he continued, "We have to become strong too.Ja: おばあちゃんが見守っていてくれるから、きっと大丈夫だよ。」En: Grandma is watching over us, so I'm sure we'll be okay."Ja: 月がまぶしく輝く中、二人はそれぞれの気持ちを打ち明け合いました。En: Under the brightly shining moon, the two shared their feelings with each other.Ja: ハルトはやっと心を開くことができたのです。En: Haruto was finally able to open his heart.Ja: その夜、ハルトとミヤコは静かに祖母を偲び、紙ランタンを夜空に放ちました。En: That night, Haruto and Miyako quietly reminisced about their grandmother and released paper lanterns into the night sky.Ja: ランタンは、彼らの祈りと共に、空高く昇っていきました。En: The lanterns rose high, carrying their prayers with them.Ja: そうして二人は気づきました。家族として一緒に悲しみを分かち合うことが、何よりも大切なのだと。En: Thus, the two of them realized that sharing sorrow together as a family is the most important thing.Ja: 互いに寄り添い、支え合うことで、彼らは少しずつ前に進んでいくのです。En: By supporting and being close to each other, they take steps forward, little by little. Vocabulary Words:grove: 竹林sway: 揺れrustling: カサカサresonates: 響きますdowncast: 沈んだresponsibility: 責任感weighed: のしかかってemotions: 感情teary: 瞳をうるませbends: 曲がってresilient: たくましいstands up: 立ち直るslight: 少しrelease: 放ちreminisced: 偲びprayers: 祈りsharing: 分かち合うsorrow: 悲しみsupporting: 支え合うdistance: 距離eventually: やがてquietly: 静かにmoon-viewing: 月見full moon: 満月comes to terms: 受け入れられずにstrong: 強くkind: 優しいopen heart: 心を開くforward: 前に進んでbamboo: 竹

Here's what to expect on the podcast:The internal and external challenges Asian Americans often faceWhat the bamboo ceiling is—and how you can break through itHow therapy and coaching can uncover and shift deep-seated beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviorsThe seven patterns that most commonly show up in people's livesWhy belonging, community, and learning to accept help are essential for growthAnd so much more! About John:John Wang is the host of the Big Asian Energy Show, a motivational speaker, and a leadership coach, helping Asian professionals break through hidden barriers and unlock their potential.After discovering that many successful Asians were being overlooked for leadership roles not because of lack of capability, but because of cultural miscommunication and workplace stereotyping, he started doing research that uncovered why most advice like “just speak up more” often fails Asian American employees.John has been featured on WSJ, CNBC, TEDx, Audible, Amazon, and has clients from Fortune 50 companies like Google, Meta, and Goldman Sachs, blending cultural insight and science-backed strategies to build confidence and visibility. His content on assertiveness and imposter syndrome has reached over 250,000 followers and over 25 million views.John's mission is to inspire a new generation to lead with confidence. His book Big Asian Energy, launched May 2025 (Tiny Reparations/Penguin Randomhouse Publishing), offers even more tools to step into your full power. Connect with John Wang!Website: https://www.bigasianenergy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnwangofficial/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnwangbaeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wang-b79ba396/?originalSubdomain=caCheck out John's book, Big Asian Energy: An Unapologetic Guide for Breaking Barriers to Leadership and Success, on Amazon! https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DFG2YW9P?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_TDEE1XBSGBJJEJKV8D5T&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_TDEE1XBSGBJJEJKV8D5T&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_TDEE1XBSGBJJEJKV8D5T&bestFormat=truePodcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/5M7T0HbKqNpJNuFRt3DUEH----- If you're struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor, BetterHelp.Visit https://betterhelp.com/candicesnyder for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy.*This is a paid promotionIf you are in the United States and in crisis, or any other person may be in danger -Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Dial 988----- Connect with Candice Snyder!Website: https://www.podpage.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities-1/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candicebsnyder?_rdrPassion, Purpose, and Possibilities Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passionpurposeandpossibilitiescommunity/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionpurposepossibilities/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/Fall In Love With Artists And Experience Joy And Calm: https://www.youtube.com/@movenartrelaxationClick this link to receive your FREE TRIAL to The Greenhouse Communityhttps://www.thegreenhousecommunity.com/checkout/the-greenhouse-membership?affiliate_code=11e889

This week, NüVoices editor and board member Jessie Lau speaks to returning guest Barbara Demick about her new book, Daughters of the Bamboo Grove: From China to America, a True Story of Abduction, Adoption, and Separated Twins.In this episode, Barbara describes the journey of writing about twin sisters who were born in China, forcibly separated, and finally reunited through her investigative reporting. She and Jessie discuss how the book explores the historical and political nuances regarding China's One Child Policy and Family Planning institution, as well as challenges common narratives about Chinese adoptees in the US. Barbara also zooms into the powerful, emotional moment of the sisters reuniting and the two families meeting for the first time.

Wealth is not just about how much you earn. True wealth is about what you own. For decades, ownership in Africa has been blocked by policies, gatekeepers, and limited access to global markets. That's the gap Bamboo set out to close. Founded in 2019 by Richmond Bassey and Yanmo Omorogbe, Bamboo is more than a startup. It is infrastructure designed to help Africans invest in the world's biggest companies and, for the first time, truly own a piece of the future.This documentary takes you inside Bamboo's journey. It begins with the problem—why Africans couldn't access wealth the way others could. Then it moves into the origin story: two founders who saw a gap no one else saw and felt it deeply enough to build the solution. From launching in 2019, to joining Y Combinator in 2020, to scaling with products built for Africa's realities, Bamboo has consistently focused on one mission: helping Africans build wealth from the ground up.Bamboo isn't only about stocks. It's about confidence, education, and tools that empower a generation to own their financial future. Whether through U.S. stocks, Nigerian stocks, Fixed Returns, or the 2024 launch of Misan—a remittance product designed to make money movement seamless—Bamboo is proving that wealth building is bigger than investing. It's about access, ownership, and the freedom to shape your future.This film highlights Bamboo's people and culture: the engineers, marketers, and operators behind the product. It shows why campaigns matter not just to advertise, but to build confidence. It celebrates the users—ordinary Africans rewriting their financial stories. And it looks ahead at Bamboo's vision: an Africa where wealth building is accessible, systematic, and generational.For anyone interested in startups, investing, wealth building, or the future of Africa's economy, this is more than a documentary. It's a story of resilience, innovation, and mission-driven leadership. The truest measure of Bamboo's success is not just valuation, but impact: how much its users are worth because of it.Watch as Bamboo redefines what it means to invest, build, and own. This is not just the story of a company. It's the story of Africa's wealth revolution.If you found this inspiring, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe. Share this story with someone who believes Africa's future belongs to its builders.

Did someone say LIVE Webinar! Nice plug Blake!! We'll be hosting a live Q+A, unpacking why this 'different' market cycle and all things crypto. See the show notes for more

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Bamboo Grove Reconciliation: Healing Old Wounds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-09-11-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在郁郁葱葱的竹林中，夏季的尾声悄然降临。En: In the lush zhulin, the end of summer arrives quietly.Zh: 阳光透过竹叶，洒下斑驳的光影，大地上弥漫着泥土和新鲜竹子的清香，一切显得格外宁静。En: Sunlight filters through the bamboo leaves, casting dappled shadows, and the earth is filled with the fresh scent of soil and bamboo.Zh: 小辉在竹林里漫步。En: Everything seems exceptionally tranquil.Zh: 他来这里是为了寻求内心的安宁，思考最近生活中的挑战。En: Xiaohui strolls through the bamboo grove.Zh: 他心中似乎总有一个结，关于过去的一段友情——那就是与李伟之间未解开的情结。En: He came here seeking inner peace, pondering the recent challenges in his life.Zh: 那是个意外的相遇。En: It seems there's always a knot in his heart, concerning a past friendship – the unresolved bond with Li Wei.Zh: 在一个阳光明媚的下午，小辉在竹林深处发现了一个熟悉的身影。En: It was an unexpected encounter.Zh: 是李伟。En: On a sunny afternoon, Xiaohui discovered a familiar figure deep in the bamboo grove.Zh: 他在竹林中出现，让小辉感到惊讶。En: It was Li Wei.Zh: 李伟曾是小辉的好友。En: His presence in the grove surprises Xiaohui.Zh: 两人曾经亲密无间，但因为一些误会而疏远。En: Li Wei was once Xiaohui's close friend.Zh: 眼前的李伟，似乎也有很多话想说，却不知如何开口。En: They used to be inseparable but had drifted apart due to some misunderstandings.Zh: 小辉想要结束这种尴尬的沉默。En: The Li Wei before him seemed to have much to say as well, yet didn't know how to start.Zh: 他面临一个抉择：是面对李伟提起往事，解开心结，还是维持来时的宁静，让往事如风随意飘散？En: Xiaohui wanted to end the awkward silence.Zh: 一阵风吹过，竹林发出沙沙的声响，宛如旧时的回忆轻声低语。En: He faced a decision: to bring up the past with Li Wei and unravel the knot, or to maintain the tranquility and let bygones be bygones?Zh: 小辉深吸一口气，走向李伟。En: A breeze passed through, and the bamboo grove rustled, akin to the gentle whispers of old memories.Zh: “李伟，我们需要谈谈。En: Xiaohui took a deep breath and approached Li Wei.Zh: ”小辉的声音温和而坚定。En: "Li Wei, we need to talk."Zh: 李伟抬起头。En: Xiaohui's voice was gentle yet firm.Zh: 他的目光中闪烁着从前的影子和今日的疑惑。En: Li Wei looked up.Zh: 两人对视片刻，过去的误会、不安、以及不曾言明的情感纷纷涌上心头。En: His eyes flickered with shadows of the past and today's doubts.Zh: “很多事我们从未说清楚，”李伟回应道，“或许该是时候坦诚相待了。En: They locked eyes for a moment, and past misunderstandings, unease, and unspoken emotions surged in their hearts.Zh: ”在竹叶的簌簌声中，两人开始倾诉。En: "There are many things we've never clarified," Li Wei replied, "perhaps it's time to be honest with each other."Zh: 言语有时笨拙，情感却真挚。En: Amidst the rustling of the bamboo leaves, the two began to speak.Zh: 他们谈起过往的误解与遗憾，也分享了各自的成长与反思。En: Words were sometimes awkward, but the emotions were sincere.Zh: 不知不觉中，时间已流逝，竹林中弥漫着和解的气息。En: They talked about past misunderstandings and regrets, and shared their own growth and reflections.Zh: 小辉感觉自己心中的结终于解开，一种全新的平和感油然而生。En: Unknowingly, time had passed, and the bamboo grove was filled with the air of reconciliation.Zh: “谢谢你，这一切对我很重要，”小辉说道。En: Xiaohui felt the knot in his heart finally untie, and a new sense of peace emerged naturally.Zh: “我也是，我们都变得更好了。En: "Thank you, this all means a lot to me," Xiaohui said.Zh: ”李伟微笑回应。En: "Me too, we've both become better," Li Wei responded with a smile.Zh: 太阳逐渐西沉，竹林中洒下柔和的暮光。En: The sun gradually set, casting a gentle twilight over the bamboo grove.Zh: 小辉和李伟并肩而行，朝着林外走去。En: Xiaohui and Li Wei walked side by side, heading out of the grove.Zh: 他们已不再是过去的他们，而是找到内心平静的自己。En: They were no longer who they used to be but had found inner peace.Zh: 竹林依旧吟唱着它的诗篇，而他们在这片宁静中互相告别，带着对未来的期盼迈出了新的一步。En: The bamboo grove continued to sing its poetic verses, and in this tranquility, they bade each other farewell, stepping toward the future with hope. Vocabulary Words:lush: 郁郁葱葱的dappled: 斑驳的triviality: 琐事unresolved: 未解开的encounter: 相遇inseparable: 亲密无间的drifted apart: 疏远misunderstanding: 误会awkward: 尴尬的knot: 结tranquility: 宁静whispers: 轻声低语flickered: 闪烁shadows: 影子clarified: 说清楚regrets: 遗憾reflections: 反思unknowingly: 不知不觉中reconciliation: 和解unravel: 解开twilight: 暮光surged: 涌上unspoken: 不曾言明的gentle: 温和的firm: 坚定的farewell: 告别lush: 郁郁葱葱的solitude: 独处bade: 告别testament: 见证

On this week's episode I'm joined by Howard Cole. We discuss how we met and how he get me into spey casting, his start to fishing, his time in California and initial fly tying instruction, Andy Puyans' school, High Country Flies, wading and falling, and the age old question of "How many rods is too many rods?"

Bonus Episode #52 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan unleashes his blade on Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, the 2025 hand-drawn masterpiece that brings Joe Musashi roaring back to life. Join us for our exclusive BGMania review, exploring the game's fluid combat system, breathtaking artistic presentation, and a phenomenal soundtrack crafted by the legendary duo of Tee Lopes and Yuzo Koshiro. From vengeance-fueled ninja action to Metroidvania exploration, we break down why this Lizardcube revival is a fantastic start to SEGA's reboot projects. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff, & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS The Silent Oath from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] A Tale of Vengeance from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Whispers in the Bamboo from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] Deep Voids from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Festival of a Thousand Lights from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] Shadow District from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] Rogue Tides from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] Fortress Zero from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] Trial of the Warborn from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] Bloodlust Express from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] Broken Hourglass from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Dark Experiments from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] Inside the Titan from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] Crimson Plains from Shinobi: Art of Vengeance [Tee Lopes, 2025] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously