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“If there's kind of a squeamishness about forum shopping in the US, there's a little...it's just overseas, there's none at all,” observed Harvard Law Professor Jared Ellias. “There's a great deal of pride and interest in building...an insolvency system that is equal and in some ways more useful than what they have in the United States.” Ellias sat down with Bloomberg Intelligence analysts Negisa Balluku and Phil Brendel to discuss his new paper, “The Global Law of Debt,” co-authored with Narine Lalafaryan. Ellias traces how the historical entanglement of the New York and London debt markets has evolved into a highly competitive, globalized ecosystem where borrowers now forum-shop across borders to maximize flexibility and bypass traditional constraints like Chapter 11's absolute-priority rule. The conversation dives into the export of aggressive liability management exercises (LMEs), the implementation of hybrid “Frankenstein” debt documents and how foreign-court systems relish taking market share from the US. The podcast concludes (1:05:40) with BI's Noel Hebert joining Negisa and Phil to discuss the latest developments in First Brands Group, Optimum Communications, QVC Group and Trinseo. Link to referenced paper: https://bankruptcyroundtable.law.harvard.edu/2026/03/24/the-global-law-of-debt/

Ciara Miller closed out the Summer House reunion, landed a Harper's Bazaar cover, and is booked from here to Cannes. Ariana launched her tour and the internet spent more time on her body than her set list…and we need to talk about that.Plus: Taylor's got us in our feelings, Olivia's got the Swifties on alert, and Lizzo dropped a new album that few people seem to care about.Let's get into it.Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:https://www.patreon.com/c/queenthingspodhttps://queenthings.substack.com/Join the conversation:TikTok -@queenthingspod⁠,⁠ @iam_kjmiller⁠YouTube - www.youtube.com/@iamkjmillerIG:⁠@kjmillerReferences:I Knew It, I Knew You - By Taylor Swift:https://open.spotify.com/track/5uPaqMMt59KGrdKIitDRqa?si=dc95b47242d849acOlivia Rodrigo's Popcast Episode:https://youtu.be/0I_tljaH9Bg?si=kRpasJmGGS8frMjgBitch - Album by Lizzo:https://open.spotify.com/album/2wPyRw9iR2TQQgc8c5NCUk?si=mt-lZ4MtQs2_oNj1BiHTqASummer House on Bravo:https://www.bravotv.com/summer-houseCiara's Cover Article with Harper's Bazaar:https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/film-tv/a71420915/ciara-miller-summer-house-interview-2026/

In this episode of Talk of Fame, Kylie Montigney chats with Victoria Pousada Kreindler! Victoria is a disabled, multilingual, petite-curve Model, Actor, and Singer. She's the first Spanish, petite-curve model to walk an official calendar fashion show in the world , the first petite-curve model to walk London Fashion Week, and to be featured in ELLE, Harper's Bazaar, Glamour Magazine and the cover of Vanity Teen. She has ADHD, EOE, PCOS and lives in New York and Los Angeles. She started modeling and acting professionally in 2021 and has since been in various short films, guest-starred on a web series, and modeled for various international brands and publications. She trained as a Singer for over 20 years and studied Costume Design for 3 years at Rutgers University where she graduated with a Bachelor's in Theatre and concentrations in Music, Spanish, and Japanese. In addition, she's a trained horseback rider and archer. She also co-founded The Starters Block, a non-profit which aims to bring back new faces and originality to fashion and entertainment; was a casting director for Height Revolution, an organization dedicated to highlighting short women in fashion.  As a petite-plus, neurodiverse, and disability Model / Actor, Victoria advocates through media for inclusion and hopes to inspire both current and future generations.Follow Me:Instagram:@Officialkyliemontigney@TalkoffamepodFacebook:OfficialkyliemontigneyTalkoffameTwitter:@Kyliemontigney4About Me:Hi, I'm Kylie! I'm passionate about sports, spending time with family, traveling, and connecting with people who inspire me. I love listening to people's stories and sharing their journeys with the world

The Bristol Bazaar is expanding and not just with events, but Locations! Care Verikas owner and shall we say curator of the Bazaar updates us on happenings and expansion plans. Events and updates can be found at www.thebristolbazaar.com

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Amy DuBois Barnett.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Amy DuBois Barnett.

Justin Bieber Biography Flash a weekly Biography. Justin Bieber's past few days have been all about family, quiet power moves, and the ongoing recalibration of life in the spotlight. According to Harper's Bazaar, Justin shared a new batch of Instagram photos featuring Hailey and their baby boy, Jack Blues Bieber, including sweet, candid moments that signal he is embracing fatherhood as a defining new chapter in his biography. That kind of public, family-centered posting is more than content; it is a reputational reset from global pop phenom to committed husband and hands-on dad, something future biographers will treat as a clear turning point. On the business and visibility front, there have not been major new tour announcements or album drops in the last few days from primary outlets like Billboard, Variety, or Rolling Stone, which suggests Bieber is still in a relatively low-key, post-tour and post-scandal consolidation phase. When Justin does go quiet like this, it typically precedes a tightly planned rollout, but any talk of imminent new music or a surprise era launch circulating on fan accounts and TikTok remains speculative and unconfirmed by his team or major music trades. Social media chatter has continued to recirculate his recent live performance clips, including festival-era footage such as his Beauty and a Beat appearance at Coachella that has been reshared widely on YouTube Shorts, reinforcing his catalog and reminding both fans and industry of his enduring live draw. While this is not “new” in a hard-news sense, it keeps his performance legacy active during a relatively news-light stretch. In the rumor department, various blogs and social feeds continue to recycle narratives about relationship drama and alleged marital strain, but without fresh reporting from established outlets like People, Entertainment Tonight, or The Hollywood Reporter, these remain in the realm of unverified speculation and should be treated as such for any serious biographical record. The only on-the-record storyline supported by reliable media in recent days is the image of Justin Bieber leaning into domestic life, appearing content and grounded with Hailey and their baby. That's your latest Justin Bieber Biography Flash, where even a quieter week tells us a lot about the long game of a pop icon growing into his next act. Thank you for listening, and make sure you subscribe to never miss an update on Justin Bieber, and search the term Biography Flash for more great biographies. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

In this week's episode I sat down with Belle Bakst. Belle, is a stylist, fashion editor, content creator and disability advocate. Also known as “Little Fashion Stylist”, her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, InStyle, Harper's Bazaar, Brides, and more.We discuss who is driving the conversations around representation and inclusivity, especially in this new era, the permanence of fashion as an art form, what it means to be whimsical and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠City Harvest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Food Bank For NYC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Belle: Instagram: @littlefashionstylist TikTok: @littlefashionstylist Substack: Outta SightLearn More About And Support The Fun Eye Fund: https://www.funeyefund.orgFollow Me: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jill_ilana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@alwayslookingup.podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillian_ilana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jillianilana.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alwayslookingup227@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read With Me:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Goodreads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The StoryGraph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the organizers, detainees and their families at Delaney Hall (all links from @feminist):Donate To Family Support Funds: linktr.ee/SupportOurFamiliesDonate to the Commissary Fund: givebutter.com/commissaryfundCall your representative: https://5calls.orgLearn More: indivisible.org/campaigns/dismantling-detentionSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.standwithminnesota.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MN NOICE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mnnoice.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Community Aid Network MN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.canmn.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.feedingamerica.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠World Central Kitchen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wck.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠No Kid Hungry: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nokidhungry.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠List Of NYC Food Pantries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Immigrant Communities (all links came from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@chnge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@chirla_org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Immigrant Defenders Law Center (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@immdef_lawcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.immdef.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Inland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ic4ij⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros

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Join Charlotte Collins for a special New York edition of the SheerLuxe Podcast with two ultimate insiders: content creator, author and radio host Tinx, alongside former Harper's Bazaar editor and Forward Joy founder Chrissy Rutherford. From the best martinis in Manhattan to the reality of dating in NYC, the trio dive into everything that makes New York one of the most exciting – and exhausting – cities in the world.They discuss the key differences between London and New York life, from spontaneous nights out and “line culture” to hustle culture, dating apps and the pressure to always be ‘busy'. Plus, expect plenty of recommendations: the restaurants actually worth the hype, the downtown coffee spots to know, the best vintage shopping, cult beauty treatments and the Brooklyn hotspots locals really rate.The episode also explores career ambition, making it in the creative industries and the magic of putting yourself out there in New York – complete with celebrity sightings, fashion week stories and advice for anyone chasing a dream in a new city.PANELCharlotte Collins | @charlotteleahcollins | https://www.instagram.com/charlotteleahcollins/ Rùadh Henderson Jacket | https://go.shopmy.us/p-59932816 Chrissy Rutherford | @chrissyford | https://www.instagram.com/chrissyford/ Primark Funnel Neck Tech Bomber Jacket | https://go.shopmy.us/p-59932891 SLVRLAKE London High-Rise Jeans | https://go.shopmy.us/p-59933085 Margaux The Fonteyn Flats | https://go.shopmy.us/p-59933152 Tinx | @tinx | https://www.instagram.com/tinx/ Guizio Body Tee | https://go.shopmy.us/p-59933460 EB Denim Low Rise Baggy Laguna Jeans | https://go.shopmy.us/p-59933387 Manolo Blahnik Ballet Flats | https://go.shopmy.us/p-59933322 Or'esh | https://www.oresh.comThe Corner Store | https://www.thecornerstoresoho.comAltra Paradiso | https://altroparadiso.comFrenchette | https://www.frenchettenyc.com/menusCatch | https://www.catchrestaurants.com/location/catch-nycToby's Estate | https://tobysestate.com/Interlude | https://www.interludenyc.com/Oslo Coffee Roasters | https://oslocoffee.com/ Rhythm Zero | https://www.rhythmzeronyc.com/Locanda Verde, The Greenwich Hotel | https://www.locandaverdenyc.com/Shibui Spa | https://www.thegreenwichhotel.com/shibui-spa/Kikis | https://kikisnyc.comCasino | https://www.casinonyc.info/Sofie Pavitt Skincare Studio | https://www.sofiepavitt.com/ Spencer's Spa | https://www.spencers.spa/sohoGuizio | https://danielleguiziony.com/ With Jéan | https://withjean.com/ Pandora Dress Agency | https://www.pandoradressagency.com/ Bernie's | https://www.berniesnyc.com/Vinegar Hill House | https://www.vinegarhillhouse.com/Roman's | https://www.romansnyc.com/Lucali | https://www.lucali.com/Evalina | https://www.evelinabk.com/Joe's Pizza | https://www.joespizzanyc.com/Scarr's Pizza | https://www.scarrspizza.com/Lucia Pizza | https://lucia.pizza/Prince St. Pizza | https://locations.princestreetpizza.com/new-yorkBedford Post Ridge | https://www.bedfordpostinn.com/The Inn at Pound Ridge| https://www.theinnatpoundridge.com/FWD JOY Newsletter | https://www.fwdjoy.com/ FWD JOY Podcast | https://open.spotify.com/show/2R7d2aRQkSO4Q8I7AuFbxq It's Me, Tinx Podcast | https://open.spotify.com/show/2R7d2aRQkSO4Q8I7AuFbxq 

Totální cirkusový výprodej nabízí použité akrobaty, vypelichané klauny i rezavé vrhací kudly. V CIRQUEON CIRKUS PODCASTU uslyšíte, jak vznikala inscenace Cirkus Bazaar v Divadle Bravo! S jakou cirkusovou a divadelní estetikou v inscenaci pracuje režisér David Dvořák, jaké místo má v repertoáru branické scény a co podle Petra Horníčka, uměleckého šéfa divadla, dělá z nového cirkusu prostor pro humor, chaos i lidskou nedokonalost? Pořad připravila Veronika Jošková Štefanová.

The Harbour Bazaar this month features a very special guest...Darren Jones from The Long Run who joins Steven Hastings & Davey Hal and performs three tracks live in the studio! Choosing favourite songs, chatting about his inspirations, new album and twenty years of The Long Run plus details of their up-and-coming headline performance at the inaugural Leigh Folk Festival Signature Concert happening in Leigh Library Gardens on 26th June! PLAYLIST We Are The Waves – The Lucky Strikes The Lake – The Kong Run Blowin' In The Wind – Darren Jones LIVE Message From The Country – The Move Moontime – Leo Walrus Jig – Darrent Jones LIVE Faithful Johnny - Robin & Barry Dransfield Catch The Wind – Donovan Lawdy Miss Clawdy – Darren Jones LIVE Loves Made A Fool Of You – Buddy Holly LINKS Details for the Leigh Folk Festival Signature Concert 2026: https://bit.ly/4nBvig4 Tickets: https://leigh-folk-arts.yapsody.com/event/book/870681/31837427 SHIP FULL OF BOMBS THAMES DELTA INDEPENDENT RADIO If you would like to support the station and are able to do so then please pledge only what you can genuinely afford at www.patreon.com/sfob Please like and subscribe from wherever you stream your music and podcasts.  

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Amy DuBois Barnett.

"Live From New York, it's Saturday Night!" That single sentence has become a catchphrase for devotees of comedy and popular culture for more than 50 years—generations of fans who willingly turn their attentions from the height of weekend revelry to the televised antics of Saturday Night Live.  As this illustrious broadcast wraps its 51st season, we're releasing an encore of our 2025 chat with SNL's photographer-in-residence Mary Ellen Matthews, while we busy ourselves backstage to bring you some exciting changes and an upcoming new look to our own show. Week in, week out for more than two decades, Mary Ellen has conjured visual magic behind the scenes, creating inventive and irreverent portraits that air for three seconds each as so-called "bumpers" that transition to and from the show's commercial breaks.  During our spirited chat about what is arguably the world's best photo gig, we follow Mary Ellen from a fateful 1993 phone call, inviting her to assist the show's founding photographer Edie Baskin, through her journey from mentee to team leader. Along the way, we pull back the curtain on the creation of some iconic images and learn what it takes to be "in the driver's seat [with] a whole busload of very important people to take care of." "My job is to make this easy and fast," she notes. "And I don't want anyone to be overthinking anything because they've got enough to worry about with all the sketches and all the pre-tapes and their responsibilities to the rest of the show, which is the most important thing." Episode Timeline:  3:00: Living the dream as SNL's resident photographer while being creative under stressful deadline pressure. 4:44: Mary Ellen's early immersion in photography, at the side of her hobbyist father. 6:56: Arriving in NYC, early work for a record label, and the call to assist SNL's founding photographer in residence, Edie Baskin. 11:55: SNL's transition from film to digital, plus the cameras Mary Ellen shoots with today.  15:37: Conceptualizing the weekly portrait shoots and collaborating with subjects. 20:31: Behind-the-scenes of a dicey photo shoot, plus SNL's weekly production timeline. 27:25: Episode Break 28:12: Beyond portraits, the images Mary Ellen shoots as props for SNL sketches—sometimes with a 4x5.  33:11: The scheduling of SNL portrait shoots and getting portrait subjects to have fun. 36:34: Testing for shoots, the atmosphere on-set, and flying by the seat of your pants.  40:06: Communicating with a celebrity's team to get everyone on the same page about shoots and concepts. 42:30: The general workflow of SNL portrait sessions: from shoot preparation to editing and post-production. 45:07: Advice for emerging photographers looking for work or applying for an internship.   Guest Bio: As a top entertainment portrait photographer, Mary Ellen Matthews is specialized in creating iconic images of well-known personalities—from pop stars to sports legends to rock gods. Since 1999, she has been photographer-in-residence at Saturday Night Live, where she's responsible for creating the distinctive look of the show's still images. Through her exuberant presence that puts subjects at ease, her creative and playful styling on set and intensive fine-tuning in post, Matthews produces unique and recognizable portraits under the manic deadlines of live TV. What's more, in 2010, she began directing SNL's video clips, including the show's opening title sequence.   Recent clients include Peacock, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount Pictures, 20th Century Studios, and Prime Video, as well as publications such as Variety, Rolling Stone, Marie Claire, and the Spanish edition of Harper's Bazaar. Most notably, in March 2025, Matthews's first book, The Art of the SNL Portrait, was released to mark the 50th anniversary of this revolution in late night TV. S

Is your dream taking much longer than you thought? Should you should keep going, change direction, or just give up altogether? How do you stay committed long enough to grow, evolve, and not give up on yourself too soon? Rafe Totengco knows exactly what that journey looks like. The internationally acclaimed and award-winning founder of Rafé New York has been designing bags since 1989 and has built a career that continues to thrive and evolve in the ever-changing fashion industry. A member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), his bags have been worn by Sarah Jessica Parker, Sandra Bullock, Cameron Diaz, Jessica Alba, Blake Lively, Leighton Meester, and featured in Sex and the City, And Just Like That, and most recently, The Devil Wears Prada 2, worn by Simone Ashley. His work has appeared in Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, InStyle, and W and many others.For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at info@thepodnetwork.com.

We talk about the 2015 short story collection The Bazaar of Bad Dreams. Support this show on Patreon! Send things to the PO Box! Follow Ranged Touch on Bluesky Buy books from our Bookshop.org page! Buy some Just King Things merchandise! Come hang out in our Discord channel. Geneva “Gensuta” Heyward did the theme for… Continue reading The Bazaar of Bad Dreams

Michael Clinton is the former president and publishing director of Hearst Magazines and is currently special media advisor to the Hearst Corporation's CEO. If you don't know which magazines Hearst owns, here are a few: Cosmopolitan, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Country Living, Women's Health, Men's Health, Popular Mechanics, Car and Driver, and O, The Oprah Magazine. Michael is also a regular columnist for Men's Health, and his work has been featured in Forbes, Oprah Daily, Esquire, Elle, and on CBS Mornings. Michael has traveled through over a hundred countries, has run marathons on seven continents, is a private pilot, part owner of a vineyard in Argentina, has started a nonprofit foundation, holds two master's degrees, and still has a long list of life experiences that he plans to tackle. He is also the author of the book, Longevity Nation. Michael currently resides in New York and Santa Fe, New Mexico. In this episode we discuss the following: Movement is medicine. Not the pharmacy kind, but the kind we build into our life, day after day, year after year. Longevity isn't something reserved for the genetically lucky, but rather a choice we can make. And given that people are living longer than ever, it has never been more important to take care of ourselves. It's never too late to start getting healthy. Michael takes inspiration from 100 year old marathon runner who started running in his 80s. We can avoid the midlife crisis by recognizing it as an opportunity. If we're going to live longer, then we're not winding down… we're just getting to halftime. And that means there's still time to rebuild, improve, and re-invest in a better version of ourselves.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.comWriter and linguist Amanda Montell joins us to discuss “magical overthinking” and the cognitive biases that make us vulnerable to misinformation, celebrity culture and its intersections with wellness culture, how to deal with panic headlines, cultish language to watch out for in wellness spaces, and more. Paid subscribers can hear the full interview, and the first part is available to all listeners. To upgrade to paid, go to rethinkingwellness.substack.com. Amanda Montell is a writer and linguist from Baltimore. She is the author of the acclaimed books Wordslut, Cultish, and The Age of Magical Overthinking (Bookshop affiliate links). Along with hosting the podcast Sounds Like a Cult, her writing has also appeared in The New York Times, Marie Claire, Harper's Bazaar, and more. She holds a degree in linguistics from NYU and lives in Los Angeles with her partner, plants, and pets. Find her on Instagram @Amanda_Montell.If you like this conversation, subscribe to hear lots more like it! Support the podcast by becoming a paid subscriber, and unlock great perks like extended interviews, subscriber-only Q&As, full access to our archives, commenting privileges and subscriber threads where you can connect with other listeners, and more. Learn more and sign up at rethinkingwellness.substack.com.Christy's second book, The Wellness Trap, is available wherever books are sold! Order it here, or ask for it in your favorite local bookstore. If you're looking to make peace with food and break free from diet and wellness culture, come check out Christy's Intuitive Eating Fundamentals online course.

In this episode, Rebecca sits down with clinical hypnotist, author, and educator Shauna Cummins to explore the power of the mind, the role of inner dialogue in shaping our reality, and how hypnosis can be used as a practical tool for transformation. Together, they unpack how subconscious patterns influence our lives, why manifestation requires deeper clarity than we often realize, and how we can begin consciously “rewiring” the narratives that guide us.In this episode: The role of inner dialogue in shaping our reality—and why it sits at the foundation of intention and manifestationDeveloping discernment: distinguishing between supportive thoughts and limiting or conditioned beliefsHow hypnosis works to “rewire” the mind: what's happening beneath the surface when beliefs and behaviors begin to changeShauna Cummins is a clinical hypnotist, author of Wishcraft: A Guide to Manifesting a Positive Future, and founder of The Divine Feminine School of Hypnosis. She is also the co-founder of The Hypnotist Loft in NYC. Her work integrates hypnosis, ritual, and imagination into grounded, accessible practices for subconscious healing and transformation. She has been featured in Harper's Bazaar, The Independent, and Business Insider and has led experiences at global wellness and cultural spaces, including The Ace Hotel NYC and Obonjan Island, Croatia. www.shaunacummins.com Instagram @thewishcraft Rebecca Conran is a certified holistic health coach, astrologer, energy healer, and published writer on the subject of spirituality and esoteric arts. She previously founded the meditation space YIN in upstate New York and spent over a decade working as a practitioner in New York City before returning to her home country of England. Rebecca's work blends intuitive healing with grounded, practical tools, with a focus on subconscious reprogramming and energetic alignment. She supports individuals in breaking generational patterns and creating lives rooted in clarity and self-trust. Her work has been featured in outlets such as Bust, Nylon, and Teen Vogue. www.RebeccaConran.com Instagram @RebeccaConran The Astrology of Uranus in Gemini: Uranus recently entered Gemini. This placement is fundamentally about disruption and innovation in the realm of the mind, communication, and perception. Gemini rules thinking patterns, language, and the constant “mental chatter.” Questions about discernment and awareness of inner dialogue sit right at the heart of Gemini themes. Uranus is associated with breakthroughs and sudden insight. When Uranus (planet of awakening and disruption) moves through Gemini, it tends to shake up habitual thought patterns and push people to question the narratives they've always believed.At its lowest, Gemini can be scattered or reactive; at its highest, it becomes consciously selective about which thoughts to engage with. Uranus entering Gemini amplifies the need to choose thoughts intentionally, because the volume and speed of ideas increase dramatically. Hypnosis fits well with Uranus in Gemini. Gemini governs the conscious and subconscious bridge through language. Uranus governs the nervous system and rapid re-patterning. So hypnosis helps by updating mental code, which is exactly what Uranus in Gemini is about on a collective level.The invitation of Uranus in Gemini: Question your thoughtsBecome discerning about inner dialogueConsciously rewrite mental patternsUse tools (like hypnosis) to harness the processIf you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and stay connected with New Story with Rebecca Conran on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you stream your podcasts. Or, if you're ready to go deeper, explore Rebecca's weekly energy report subscription and private astrology readings for more personalized guidance and support. https://rebeccaconran.com/wellness-subsciptionshttps://rebeccaconran.com/astrology-readings-uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

===La biennale Bâtir Vivant a fermé ses portes le 12 avril dernier ! Elle a ete initiée par l'Institut pour un Design Soutenable et produite par Artistik Bazaar.Elle fut consacrée aux innovations matériaux sans empreinte plastique ni chimie lourde de synthèse.Avec cette grande exposition (1200m2), l'intention est de sensibiliser les industriels, ingénieurs, décideurs et étudiants aux alarmes des scientifiques sur les enjeux de l'empreinte plastique spécifiquement dans les intérieurs.Vous avez surement vu passer l'étude du CNRS de Toulouse (Yakovenko et al., 2025) qui vient d'actualiser l'ampleur de notre exposition. Nous inhalons 100 fois plus de particules qu'estimé, principalement à cause de l'érosion chronique des objets qui nous entourent. Aussi pour accélérer la baisse notre exposition à ces molécules, Bâtir Vivant a mis en lumière les dernières innovations indépendantes de matériaux qui n'en contiennent aucune…une terra incognita aux multiples potentiels et riche d'espoir !L'intégralité de la curation Design soutenable (par Hélène Aguilar) et Artistique (par Marie-Cassandre Bultheel) est disponible en détail sur le podcast BÂTIR VIVANT —Par l'Institut pour un Design SoutenableCopilotépar Hélène Aguilar et Marie-Cassandre BultheelProduit par Artistik BazaarMécènes : Ministère Culture, Roka, Estia, Plendi by Vinci, Fosvia, Norea Environnement, Paris Office Project, La France Continue, Ligne Roset, Manufacture de Tourly, Fondation LAccolade, Fondation Placoplatre, Adra Studio, Xxo, Bignon Lebray, Eiffage Construction, NL Pays-BasPartenaires : Arte, Le Figaro, Mover, SayWho, G-on et G-on LifePartenaires scénographiques : BC Materials, Sammode, Horticulture & Jardins, Atelier Échelle Un, Boutures, Adaozan, Seta Zandi, GaltaneHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

This week on the podcast, we're joined by Natalie Salmon founder and tech editor of The Modems, and one of the leading voices at the intersection of fashion, technology, and cultural change.Natalie began her career in fashion journalism, holding editorial roles at Harper's Bazaar, Hello! Fashion, and other major publications where she covered everything from catwalks to digital storytelling. Passionate about how technology influences creativity and consumer behaviour, she launched The Modems to explore how innovation is reshaping the future of the fashion industry from AI and sustainability to the creator economy and digital fashion.In this episode, we unpack Natalie's early context her global upbringing, love of storytelling, and innate curiosity about how people and technology interact all of which shaped her deep-rooted passion for journalism, discovery, and culture. It's an inspiring conversation about evolution, experimentation, and why adaptability has always been at the heart of her work.

City of Seattle allowed stolen goods market to run openly on 3rd Avenue for six weeks. People on Capitol Hill continue to distance themselves from Eric Swalwell. // Guest: Former Washington State Supreme Court Justice and legislator Phil Talmadge on his lawsuit against on the income tax. // Portland wants to tax property owners for empty storefronts — even though city policy drove them out. HHS officials want to revamp hospital food due to health concerns.

The Harbour Bazaar returns with Egg & Chicken.   Tracks and chats with Steven Hastings & Davey Hal including chickie runs, how to spell reggae, fowl connection, new tracks including from The Tumbledryer Babies, Wood-Be-Goods and Juni Habel and plenty more.   And a useful way to remember how to spell the word reggae.   Hope you have a hoot!   PLAYLIST Chicken Walk - Hasil Adkins Chickie Run – Remastered - Homer Denison Jr. Keep On the Sunny Side - The Carter Family Best Dressed Chicken in Town - Dr. Alimantado The Harder They Come - Jimmy Cliff Dum Maro Dum - Asha Bhosle Chicken Payback - The Bees Laid - James Egg Man - Beastie Boys Rooster  - Alice In Chains Drummer Man - Nancy Sinatra Blue Morpho -Ed O'Brien Stand So Still - Juni Habel Tears for Leda - Would-Be-Goods When We Were Milkmen - The Tumbledryer Babies Boots On the Ground - Massive Attack feat Tom Waits Billy Says - Graham Coxon Dirty Old Egg-Sucking Dog - Johnny Cash Bantam Cock - Jake Thackray Dixie Chicken - Little Feat Over Easy - Booker T. & the M.G.'s LINKS Pretty Flamingo presents Eight Rounds Rapid, Invaders and Mike Darrah. Event details https://facebook.com/events/s/eight-rounds-rapid-at-the-fick/2044525859428858/   Harbour Bazaar: Spotlight on Lee Hazlewood with guest Wyndham Wallace https://sfob.podbean.com/e/harbour-bazaar-with-steven-hastings-spotlight-on-lee-hazlewood-with-wyndham-wallace-acoustic-special-and-spring-heeled-jack-live/   SHIP FULL OF BOMBS THAMES DELTA INDEPENDENT RADIO If you would like to support the station and are able to do so then please pledge only what you can genuinely afford at www.patreon.com/sfob Please like and subscribe from wherever you stream your music and podcasts.

Today's guest is Blake Sams founder of Gregory Blake Sams Events an award-winning event planning firm known for its flawless execution located in Charleston and New York City. Blake's creative talents extend beyond events into interior design, and most recently his signature taste and style can be found in his Charleston shop, Wentworth. His work has been featured in Harper's Bazaar, Veranda, Vogue, and Elle Decor. Together we explore what it means to live beautifully:The most important consideration when planning an event.Ways to create your own entertaining capsule.Rethinking how you select elements for your home.Blake's favorite pieces from his shop, Wentworth.For Blake, it all comes down to something simple.  The people you surround yourself with are the most meaningful detail of any gathering, and for us, that's exactly why this episode is such a delight. Connect with Blake gregoryblakesamsevents.com and @gregoryblakesamseventsShop Wentworth:  shopwentworth.com and @wentworthbygbsConnect with Anne:  @classicandcuriouslife, classicandcurious.com and on Substack:  Curiosities by Anne Kokoskie

The Falcon Baseball Academy brings dozens of vendors to Prairie High School for a day of shopping and community support. From Anahi Tamales to Battle Ground Barkery, local artisans showcase handcrafted goods, specialty foods, and unique gifts while supporting student baseball programs. The bazaar coincides with Prairie's annual plant and greenhouse sale, creating a perfect opportunity for families to shop local and connect with their community. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/extra-innings-bazaar-market-returns-may-2-at-prairie-high-school/ #PrairieHighSchool #CommunityEvent #LocalVendors #Vancouver #ShopLocal #StudentPrograms #Baseball #FamilyFriendly #ClarkCounty #CommunitySupport

On today's episode of The Wholesome Fertility Podcast, I am joined by Aliza Virani (@thefertilitycoliving), founder of The Fertility Co-Living, to explore a completely new approach to egg freezing that combines medical care, holistic wellness, and community. Aliza shares her personal journey through egg freezing, including the emotional challenges, high financial costs, and lack of support she experienced. After spending thousands of dollars on a cycle that resulted in only a few eggs, she knew there had to be a better way, which led her to create a retreat-style experience where women can go through egg freezing together while receiving both clinical and holistic support. In this episode, we discuss the true cost of egg freezing in North America, why more women are choosing to go abroad, and how integrating nervous system regulation, nutrition, and community can improve both the experience and outcomes. This is a powerful conversation that brings a more human, supported, and intentional approach to fertility care. Key Takeaways: Egg freezing in North America can cost up to $20,000 per cycle. Many women feel isolated and unsupported during the process. Going abroad can significantly reduce costs and improve access. Holistic practices may support egg quality and overall outcomes. Nervous system regulation plays a key role in fertility health. Community support can transform the emotional experience. Guest Bio: Aliza Virani (@thefertilitycoliving) is the founder of The Fertility Co-Living, a retreat-style experience that merges medical care, holistic wellness, and community for women freezing their eggs abroad. Inspired by her own difficult and costly egg-freezing journey in Canada, Aliza created a new model of fertility care that supports women emotionally, physically, and financially. With a background as a luxury events producer for brands like Prada and Harper's Bazaar, she brings a unique perspective to designing meaningful, elevated experiences. Her work is redefining how women approach egg freezing by combining science, holistic health, and connection. SOCIAL MEDIA / ADDITIONAL LINKS Website: www.thefertilitycoliving.com Instagram: @thefertilitycolivingEmail: aliza@thefertilitycoliving.com Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or fertility care. Join the Fertility Summit on April 21st - https://www.michelleoravitz.com/the-fertility-shift-summit-2026  Ready to discover what your body needs most on your fertility journey? Take the personalized quiz inside The Wholesome Fertility Journey and get tailored resources to meet you exactly where you are:  https://www.michelleoravitz.com/the-wholesome-fertility-journey For more about my work and offerings, visit: www.michelleoravitz.com Curious about ancient wisdom for fertility? Grab my book The Way of Fertility: https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thewayoffertility Join the Wholesome Fertility Facebook Group for free resources & community support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/ Connect with me on social: Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertilityFacebook: The Wholesome Lotus  

As a mom and practitioner, I see every day how hard it can be to get real, quality nutrition into our kids — and honestly, into ourselves. In this conversation, I sit down with Khirma Eliazov, the founder of Kika Nutrition, to talk about what's really behind picky eating, nutrient deficiencies, and why even the "healthiest" diets can still fall short. What stood out to me most is how much this comes back to the basics: absorption, gut health, and consistency. We talk about how most families are doing their best, but our food supply simply isn't as nutrient-dense as it used to be. That's where smart, simple solutions can make a real difference. I also share my own experience trying Kika at home and how easy it is to incorporate into everyday foods without adding stress to your routine. If you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to nourish your family well, this episode will meet you right where you are. Key Takeaways from this Episode: Why picky eating is more common than you think How gut health impacts immunity and nutrient absorption The hidden gaps in even a healthy diet Simple ways to add protein and nutrients into daily routines About Khirma: Khirma Eliazov is the founder and CEO of Kika Nutrition, a female-founded family wellness brand redefining how modern households nourish themselves. After five years of formulation work with functional medicine experts, doctors and third-party testing, Kika launched in November 2025 — and is quickly becoming a trusted daily staple for parents seeking real nutrition without complexity.  Kika brings together every chapter of her career: brand-building, product innovation, community connection, and a deep belief that everyday wellness should be accessible, thoughtful, and beautifully designed. Before Kika, she spent 15+ years shaping category-defining brands across luxury, media, and lifestyle. She founded Khirma New York, a global accessories brand sold in more than 80 wholesale stores, and built a reputation for craftsmanship, storytelling, and scaling design-driven businesses.  Her early career spanned consulting for iconic luxury houses — including Levi's, Lacoste, Kodak, Sergio Rossi, and Borghese — and contributing to leading publications such as Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, and InStyle. Those experiences shaped her approach to building brands that combine emotional resonance with strong operational foundations.  Alongside Kika, she runs Residency Studio, a hybrid creative space and design gallery supporting creators, productions, and immersive brand experiences. Across every venture — from luxury to wellness — her mission has remained the same: bridge vision with execution, build purpose-led brands, and create products that genuinely improve people's lives. Connect with Khirma: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kikanutrition/ Website: https://kikanutrition.com/

Emma Straub plays many roles as a leader in the literary world: independent bookstore owner, award-winning novelist, and children's book author, to name a few. Straub is a Guggenheim Fellow, a New York Times best-seller, and the owner of Brooklyn's Books Are Magic, where she helps celebrate our vibrant literary world through countless readings and events.Straub's new novel, American Fantasy, has been named one of the most anticipated books by Time, The New York Times, People, and Harper's Bazaar. Set on a nineties-boy-band-themed cruise, Straub's characters explore the intersections of aging, nostalgia, memory, and possibility, creating a hilarious, intimate portrait of the surprises and reawakenings that life can provide.On April 11, 2026, Emma Straub came to the Sydney Goldstein Theater in San Francisco to talk on stage with Ayelet Waldman. Waldman is the author of A Really Good Day, My Marriage, and the essay collection Bad Mother. Her new novel A Perfect Hand will be published in May. She was one of the creators of the Netflix show Unbelievable, and was an executive producer for the show Star Trek: Picard. 

Christina Applegate has been in the hospital for weeks, Anne Hathaway will be on the cover of Harper's Bazaar and Rihanna just became the first woman to reach this music milestone.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just beyond New York City, Litchfield County has quietly become one of the most coveted escapes. And at its heart is a destination as thoughtful as it is transporting.  In this episode, we step inside Lost Fox Inn with co-founder Eliza Clark, joined by her daughter, designer Arden Wray. Eliza, a former HGTV producer, turned hotelier and designer brings a refined editorial eye and a deep appreciation for storytelling. Her vision is beautifully complimented by the talents of her daughter Arden, co-founder of Byrd Studio, the interior design firm behind the Inns breathtaking aesthetics. Their work has also earned recognition beyond Litchfield County in publications such as Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, Harper's Bazaar, Goop and the New York Times. In this episode …Eliza and Arden share their story of place, beauty and legacy.You are introduced to the Inn' awarded winning restaurant originating in 1740.Why Litchfield County is one of the hottest spots in the country. Connect with Lost Fox Inn @lostfoxinn and book your stay at Lostfoxinn.comConnect with Anne @classicandcuriouslife and classicandcurious.com

City of Seattle allowed stolen goods market to run openly on 3rd Avenue for six weeks. People on Capitol Hill continue to distance themselves from Eric Swalwell. // A new report found that the Biden DOJ used the FACE Act to target pro-life Americans at the behest of pro-abortion organizations. // A doctor is warning that wearing fitness trackers could have unintended side effects.

The Birmingham Squadron, the minor league affiliate of the NBA's New Orleans Pelicans, is relocating to Kenner, Louisiana. The Gulf States Newsroom's Joseph King went to their last basketball game in the Magic City to see how fans are feeling about the news.This Thursday through Saturday, LSU Libraries will host the annual Book Bazaar — but this year, they're celebrating 50 years. The event is well known for a large sale of books as well as other types of physical media. Outreach librarian Mitch Fontenon tells us more about the history of the event and what to expect this year.The Louisiana Orphan Train Museum tells us the story of a train that brought orphan passengers from the New York Foundling Hospital to other parts of the country from 1854 to 1929. Although it's located in Opelousas, the museum is taking a new presentation to St. Francisville.Board president Martha Aubert tells us more about this history and what stories will be told at the upcoming event. —Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Adam Vos. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you!Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Perth Indonesian Community is again hosting Perth Indonesian Festival and Food Bazaar 2026, celebrating Indonesia's cultural and culinary diversity in the heart of Perth. - Perth Indonesian Community kembali menggelar Perth Indonesian Festival and Food Bazaar 2026, merayakan keberagaman budaya dan kuliner Indonesia di tengah kota Perth.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: A Jaipur Bazaar Adventure: The Jewelry That Won Hearts Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-04-14-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: गर्मियों की धूप ने जयपुर के जोहरी बाजार को अपनी चादर में लपेट रखा था।En: The summer sun had enveloped Jaipur's Johari Bazaar in its sheet.Hi: हरे-भरे बसंत के मौसम में बीकानेर की दुकानों में खुशी की स्फूर्ति छाई थी।En: In the lush spring season, happiness and excitement filled the shops of Bikaner.Hi: बाइशाखी का त्योहार नजदीक था।En: The festival of Baisakhi was approaching.Hi: लोग बाजार में अपनी जरूरतों और त्योहारों की खरीदारी में व्यस्त थे।En: People were busy shopping for their needs and festival preparations.Hi: अमित और लीला, भाई-बहन, बाजार की हलचल के बीच से गुजर रहे थे।En: Amit and Leela, brother and sister, were passing through the bustle of the market.Hi: उनके दिलों में एक खास उद्देश्य था – अपनी माँ के जन्मदिन के लिए एक यादगार तोहफा खरीदना।En: They had a special purpose in their hearts – to buy a memorable gift for their mother's birthday.Hi: अमित कहने को तो बड़ा था, पर उसकी झिझक कम न थी।En: Though Amit was the elder, his hesitation was not less.Hi: दूसरी ओर, लीला का चेहरा उम्मीद से भरा था।En: On the other hand, Leela's face was filled with hope.Hi: उनके बजट की तंगी ने जिम्मेदारी और बढ़ा दी थी।En: Their tight budget only added to their responsibility.Hi: अमित ने कहते हुए शुरू किया, "लीला, हमारी बजट काफी टाइट है। हमें कुछ अच्छा और किफायती ढूंढना होगा।"En: Amit began by saying, “Leela, our budget is quite tight. We need to find something nice and affordable.”Hi: "भैया, चिंता मत करो। हमें कुछ न कुछ जरूर मिल जाएगा। शायद हम कुछ बातचीत कर लें," लीला बोली।En: “Bhaiya (brother), don't worry. We will definitely find something. Maybe we can do a bit of bargaining,” Leela replied.Hi: उसके चेहरे पर एक चमक थी, जो उसकी आशावादिता को जाहिर कर रही थी।En: Her face shone with the optimism that she displayed.Hi: बाजार की हलचल और रंगीन दुकानों के बीच वे दोनों घूमते रहे।En: They continued to wander through the bustling market and the colorful shops.Hi: हर दुकान की रौनक उन्हें भटका रही थी।En: The allure of every shop was diverting them.Hi: कांच की चूड़ियाँ, चमकदार लहंगे, और जगमगाते गहने - हर तरफ बस देखने वाली चीजें ही चीजें थीं।En: Glass bangles, shiny dresses, and glittering jewelry – everywhere there were things just to see.Hi: "लीला, बजट का ध्यान रखना होगा," अमित ने कहा, आँखें दुकान-दुकान खोजती हुईं।En: “Leela, we have to keep the budget in mind,” Amit said, his eyes searching shop by shop.Hi: थोड़ देर बाद, लीला की नजर एक छोटी सी दुकान पर पड़ी।En: After a short while, Leela noticed a small shop.Hi: वह दुकान थोड़ी छुपी हुई थी, पर वहाँ कुछ खास था।En: It was a bit hidden, but there was something special about it.Hi: लीला ने अमित को वहां चलने के लिए मनाया।En: Leela persuaded Amit to go there.Hi: दुकान के मालिक ने उनके मुँह पर देख उनकी जरूरत समझी।En: The shop owner looked at their faces and understood their need.Hi: उसने अपने हाथ से एक छोटे डिब्बे में से एक सुंदर गहनों का टुकड़ा निकाला।En: He carefully took out a beautiful piece of jewelry from a small box.Hi: उसमें माँ के बचपन की यादें ताजा हो गईं।En: It brought back memories of their mother's childhood.Hi: वह हार उनकी माँ का पसंदीदा था।En: That necklace was their mother's favorite.Hi: "मगर ये हमारी बजट से थोड़ा महंगा है," अमित ने एक गहरी सांस लेते हुए कहा।En: “But this is a bit expensive for our budget,” Amit said, taking a deep breath.Hi: लीला ने उसकी आँखों में देखा।En: Leela looked into his eyes.Hi: "भैया, ये छोटा सा अतिरिक्त खर्च माँ की खुशी के लिए कुछ भी नहीं।"En: “Bhaiya, this small extra expense is nothing for mom's happiness.”Hi: आखिरकार, अमित और लीला ने उस हार को खरीदा।En: Eventually, Amit and Leela bought that necklace.Hi: यह उनका प्यार और श्रद्धा थी जो इस गहने के साथ जुड़ी थी।En: It was their love and devotion that was tied to this jewelry.Hi: बाजारी शोर में बिचरते हुए, अमित को यह समझ में आया कि कभी-कभी तार्किक सोच से ज्यादा महत्वपूर्ण दिल की बात होती है।En: Wandering through the market noise, Amit realized that sometimes the matters of the heart are more important than logical thinking.Hi: वापस लौटते समय, उन दोनों के चेहरे पर एक सुकून था - उन्होंने अपनी माँ के लिए कुछ बेहद खास पा लिया था।En: On the way back, a sense of peace was on both their faces — they had found something truly special for their mother.Hi: बाजार की रंगीन भीड़ से निकल कर, वे उस अनमोल उपहार के साथ घर की ओर बढ़े।En: Emerging from the colorful market crowd, they headed home with that priceless gift.Hi: उनके दिलों में अब केवल एक ही ख्याल था - माँ की मुस्कान।En: Now, only one thought occupied their hearts — their mother's smile. Vocabulary Words:enveloped: लपेट रखाsheet: चादरlush: हरे-भरेbustle: हलचलhesitation: झिझकresponsibility: जिम्मेदारीbudget: बजटbargaining: बातचीतwander: घूमतेallure: रौनकdiverting: भटका रहीshiny: चमकदारglittering: जगमगातेpersuaded: मनायाmemories: यादेंhidden: छुपीcarefully: सावधानी सेextra: अतिरिक्तdevotion: श्रद्धाlogical: तार्किकemerging: निकल करpriceless: अनमोलoccupied: ख्यालexcitement: स्फूर्तिpreparations: तैयारीaffordable: किफायतीoptimism: आशावादिताjewelry: गहनेspecial: खासpeace: सुकून

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Rainforest Resilience: An Easter Bazaar Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-04-13-22-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Regnet föll mjukt över regnskogen som omfamnade dem.En: The rain fell gently over the rainforest that embraced them.Sv: Elin, Mikael och Sofia arbetade oförtrutet i denna färggranna värld.En: Elin, Mikael, and Sofia worked tirelessly in this colorful world.Sv: Ljudet av sjungande fåglar och avlägsna vattenfall fyllde deras dagar.En: The sound of singing birds and distant waterfalls filled their days.Sv: Elin, en passionerad naturvårdare från Sverige, kände sig ofta kluven.En: Elin, a passionate conservator from Sweden, often felt torn.Sv: Hon älskade sitt arbete och den rika variationen av liv i skogen, men hon kämpade med hemlängtan.En: She loved her work and the rich variety of life in the forest, but she struggled with homesickness.Sv: Det var höst i södra halvklotet, men i skogen kändes livet fortfarande rikt och frodigt.En: It was autumn in the southern hemisphere, but in the forest, life still felt rich and lush.Sv: Påsken närmade sig, och Elin hade en idé.En: Easter was approaching, and Elin had an idea.Sv: Hon ville ordna en påskbasar i regnskogen för att säkra mer stöd för deras projekt.En: She wanted to organize an Easter bazaar in the rainforest to secure more support for their project.Sv: Teamet var fåtaligt och med begränsade resurser, men Elin visste att de behövde bevisa projektets värde snabbt.En: The team was small and with limited resources, but Elin knew they needed to prove the project's value quickly.Sv: De andra i teamet, Mikael och Sofia, var först tveksamma.En: The others on the team, Mikael and Sofia, were initially hesitant.Sv: Regnig tid och planering för en basar verkade riskabelt.En: Rainy season and planning a bazaar seemed risky.Sv: Men Elin var beslutsam.En: But Elin was determined.Sv: "Vi måste involvera lokalbefolkningen," sa hon.En: "We need to involve the local population," she said.Sv: "Vi kan inte lyckas utan dem och deras kunskap."En: "We can't succeed without them and their knowledge."Sv: Då påskhelgen kom, var basaren en myllrande plats, trots regnet.En: When the Easter weekend came, the bazaar was a bustling place, despite the rain.Sv: Små barn sprang omkring på äggjakt, och äldre bybor betraktade försiktigt dekorationerna.En: Small children ran around on an egg hunt, and older villagers cautiously observed the decorations.Sv: I takt med att timmarna gick blev vädret mer kaotiskt.En: As the hours passed, the weather became more chaotic.Sv: En plötslig storm kastade sig över området, och vissa gäster sökte skydd under träden.En: A sudden storm swept over the area, and some guests sought shelter under the trees.Sv: Elin kände frustrationen nagla sig fast.En: Elin felt the frustration take hold.Sv: Skulle denna dag verkligen leda någonvart?En: Would this day really lead anywhere?Sv: Men hennes mod och beslutsamhet tog över.En: But her courage and determination took over.Sv: Hon steg fram inför samlingen och höll ett hjärtevärmande tal.En: She stepped forward before the gathering and gave a heartfelt speech.Sv: Hon talade om skogens skönhet, det unika livet där och vikten av att skydda det för framtida generationer.En: She spoke of the forest's beauty, the unique life there, and the importance of protecting it for future generations.Sv: När Elin talade märkte hon en förändring.En: As Elin spoke, she noticed a change.Sv: De som lyssnade, både unga och gamla, såg på henne med nya ögon.En: Those who listened, both young and old, looked at her with new eyes.Sv: Plötsligt bröt en grupp äldre kvinnor ut i applåder, och snart följde alla med.En: Suddenly, a group of older women broke into applause, and soon everyone followed.Sv: Inte bara hade de lokala byborna blivit inspirerade, utan också en oväntad internationell givare, som av en tillfällighet befann sig på besök, beslutade att bidra med medel till projektet.En: Not only had the local villagers become inspired, but also an unexpected international donor, who happened to be visiting, decided to contribute funds to the project.Sv: Elin såg omkring sig och förstod djupare vikten av gemenskap.En: Elin looked around and understood more deeply the importance of community.Sv: Även om resultaten av naturvården kanske tog tid att manifestera, var denna dag ett emotionellt triumf.En: Although the results of the conservation efforts might take time to manifest, this day was an emotional triumph.Sv: Med gemensamt stöd och nyfunnen beslutsamhet vände hon tillbaka till teamet.En: With mutual support and newfound determination, she returned to the team.Sv: Tillsammans skulle de fortsätta kampen för regnskogens framtid.En: Together, they would continue the fight for the rainforest's future.Sv: När solen bröt fram genom molnen vid dagens slut, fylldes Elin av en ny värme.En: When the sun broke through the clouds at the end of the day, Elin was filled with a new warmth.Sv: Hon insåg att triumfer inte alltid mäts i snabba resultat.En: She realized that triumphs are not always measured in quick results.Sv: De mäts också i styrka och engagemang hos de människor som stöder en gemensam sak.En: They are also measured in the strength and dedication of the people who support a common cause.Sv: Med detta starka band i åtanke, visste hon att de skulle skapa förändring, steg för steg.En: With this strong bond in mind, she knew they would create change, step by step. Vocabulary Words:rainforest: regnskogtirelessly: oförtrutetwaterfalls: vattenfallpassionate: passioneradconservator: naturvårdaretorn: kluvenhomesickness: hemlängtanautumn: hösthemisphere: halvklotbazaar: basarsupport: stödresources: resurserhesitant: tveksammarisky: riskabeltdetermine: beslutsamcautiously: försiktigtchaotic: kaotisktfrustration: frustrationencourage: modheartfelt: hjärtevärmandeunique: unikagenerations: generationerapplause: applåderinspired: inspireradeunexpected: oväntaddonor: givarefunds: medelcommunity: gemenskapmanifest: manifesteraemotional: emotionellt

Recently on the pod, I reunited with the gifted arts journalist Candice Frederick, one of my oldest friends from the early days of Film Twitter. Candice was one of the first guests I ever had on Watch With Jen, and we had a ball logging on to discuss some of the best and most under-discussed coming-of-age movies of the past 40+ years, including those we first saw as adults in our early 40s. While initially we were going to focus on RUNNING ON EMPTY, PARIAH, and JUNO, we wound up having a breezy, sunny, nostalgic, and introspective chat about a wide range of movies and cultural figures that defined our generation, including River Phoenix and John Hughes. It's ideal for Spring!Bio: Candice Frederick is a talented culture journalist for hire. She was formerly the Senior Culture Reporter at HuffPost. Other bylines include The Daily Beast, Time, History.com, New York Times, Bloomberg, ELLE, Harper's Bazaar, and many others.Originally Posted on Patreon (4/11/26) here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/155361805Donate to the Pod via Ko-fi & PayPal Shop Watch With Jen logo Merchandise in Logo Designer Kate Gabrielle's Threadless ShopTheme Music: Solo Acoustic Guitar by Jason Shaw, Free Music Archive

Dr. Alexandra explores the common underfunctioning/overfunctioning dynamic in long-term partnerships. She talks about why many couples fall prey to these roles, including cultural messaging and family-of-origin scripts, and she shares strategies for breaking free from this dance so that the relationship can feel more balanced. Resources worth mentioning from the episode: Get the companion worksheet for this episode: www.dralexandrasolomon.com/dynamic The Family Institute at Northwestern University: https://www.family-institute.org/ Subscribe to Dr. Alexandra's Newsletter: https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/ Take Dr. Alexandra's E-Course, Intimate Relationships 101 (use code LOVEPOD for 10% off at checkout) https://courses.dralexandrasolomon.com/intimate-relationships-101 “Overfunctioning and Underfunctioning” by Dr. Will Meek: https://willmeekphd.com/overfunctioning-underfunctioning/ “Women Aren't Nags—We're Just Fed” Up by Gemma Hartley (Harper's Bazaar, September 2017): https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/features/a12063822/emotional-labor-gender-equality/ “I Live With a Woman—We're Not Immune to Emotional Labor: How LGBTQ couples navigate gender roles at home” by Trish Bendix (Harper's Bazaar, October 2017): https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/features/a12779502/emotional-labor-lgbtq-relationships/ Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live) by Eve Rodsky: https://bookshop.org/books/fair-play-a-game-changing-solution-for-when-you-have-too-much-to-do-and-more-life-to-live/9780525541943?gclid=CjwKCAjwyryUBhBSEiwAGN5OCMpPV9pDU8oYDF4N2gccTwdOWo4hb8gHLsp3DfY1sTLi7IrxdD83YxoCGiQQAvD_BwE Continue the conversation with Dr. Alexandra Solomon: Ask a question! Submit your relationship challenge: https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274 Access Resources, like quizzes and courses: https://www.dralexandrasolomon.com/resources Order Dr. Alexandra's book, Love Every Day: https://bookshop.org/p/books/love-every-day-365-relational-self-awareness-practices-to-help-your-relationship-heal-grow-and-thrive-alexandra-solomon/19970421?ean=9781683736530 Cultivate connection by subscribing to Dr. Alexandra's Loving Bravely newsletter: https://newsletter.dralexandrasolomon.com/ Learn more on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alexandra.solomon/ Learn more about the Options Transition to Independence Program which offers education, vocational, independent living, and emotional support for young adults with complex learning needs. https://www.experienceoptions.org/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today's episode, host Jane Marie sits down with Jennifer Romolini, author of the 2024 book “Ambition Monster,” a memoir about chronic overwork that was named one of the best books of the year by Esquire and Harper's Bazaar. She is also co-host of No Country For Old Women , a podcast for women just trying to live in this world.You can find more from Jenn (including links to her books) here:Instagram:@jennromolinihttps://www.jenniferromolini.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Since we have to go to Selene's family's wedding, we must needs get dressed up all fancy like. Unfortunately, the store owner needs to learn a little lesson about class consciousness, so we may end up doing something not so heroic. But, hey, fashion can be a battlefield too, sometimes.Help out people being oppressed in Minnesota and Kansas!The adventure continues with Screech Echo (Mike Bachmann), Selene Von Esper (Jennifer Cheek), R'Oarc (Nika Howard), T'Chuck (Tim Lanning), and our Dungeon Master Michael DiMauro. Edited by Vincent.Podcast art by https://twitter.com/sanderdoesart! Want the world to see your fan art? Post it with #DrunksAndDoodlesFind more info by clicking right here -https://linktr.ee/GAPCast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, guest host Scaachi Koul is joined by journalist and content creator Melanie Hamlett to talk about the trend of wives who make content about the husbands who seem to hate them. Melanie has covered the toxic dynamics of some heterosexual relationships for years, including a viral 2019 article for Harper's Bazaar. She was recently interviewed as part of an article for The Cut called I Love My Husband (Who Hates Me). Get more of ICYMI with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of ICYMI and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the ICYMI show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/icymiplus for access wherever you listen.This podcast episode is produced by Vic Whitley-Berry, Daisy Rosario, and guest host Scaachi Koul. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, guest host Scaachi Koul is joined by journalist and content creator Melanie Hamlett to talk about the trend of wives who make content about the husbands who seem to hate them. Melanie has covered the toxic dynamics of some heterosexual relationships for years, including a viral 2019 article for Harper's Bazaar. She was recently interviewed as part of an article for The Cut called I Love My Husband (Who Hates Me). Get more of ICYMI with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of ICYMI and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the ICYMI show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/icymiplus for access wherever you listen.This podcast episode is produced by Vic Whitley-Berry, Daisy Rosario, and guest host Scaachi Koul. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, guest host Scaachi Koul is joined by journalist and content creator Melanie Hamlett to talk about the trend of wives who make content about the husbands who seem to hate them. Melanie has covered the toxic dynamics of some heterosexual relationships for years, including a viral 2019 article for Harper's Bazaar. She was recently interviewed as part of an article for The Cut called I Love My Husband (Who Hates Me). Get more of ICYMI with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of ICYMI and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the ICYMI show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/icymiplus for access wherever you listen.This podcast episode is produced by Vic Whitley-Berry, Daisy Rosario, and guest host Scaachi Koul. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if getting dressed could actually help you feel better? This week, JVN sits down with Marie Claire Editor-in-Chief Nikki Ogunnaike to talk about dopamine dressing, personal style, and why fashion is so much deeper than just clothes. Together, they get into how to figure out what your style really is, why “everything is fashion,” and how vintage, retail, and finding a good deal can all shape the way we express ourselves. BIO: Named editor-in-chief of Marie Claire (US), Nikki Ogunnaike is among a new wave of women driving fresh relevance across fashion titles (The Washington Post saluted her and her peers in a recent collective profile). Previously at Harper's Bazaar in the role of senior digital director, she has a strong following through social channels and an all-around style that resonates with younger readers. In this new chapter for the reliable women's magazine, Ogunnaike's direction signals broader representation of faces and voices through fashion, beauty and news coverage, while appearing sharper and more accessible than ever. Nikki is a Nigerian-American style expert who cut her teeth at publications such as Vanity Fair, InStyle, Glamour, ELLE, and GQ. Full Getting Better Video Episodes now available on YouTube.  Follow Nikki Ogunaike on Instagram @nikkiogun Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn Executive Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support from Chad Hall Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn  Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I think the cultural perspective on optimism has decreased, even to the point of it being naive. It seems in vogue to be pessimistic and even cynical. The definition of optimism is, hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something. So let's consider the converse. In dealing with a challenge in your life, do you think your chances of being resilient and coming out with a best case scenario would be better served with a perspective and attitude of hopelessness and doubt? I thought of a surgeon. Would I rather my surgeon have hopefulness and confidence in my procedure, or hopelessness and doubt? Yes, we want them both to have skill. But I like this juxtaposition. My guest in this episode is Dr. Deepika Chopra. Deepika is a behavioral scientist and psychologist who specializes in what she has coined as, "evidence-based manifestation," which draws from behavioral science, emotional fitness, neuroscience, and ancient wisdom to build modern tools for resilience and joy. She holds a doctorate in clinical health psychology and completed a double postdoctoral fellowship at both the University of California at Los Angeles and Cedars Sinai Medical Center. She completed her formal dissertation on the topic of optimism, positive sensory visualization, and the connection to optimal well-being. She is a recurring guest on the TODAY Show, and her work has also been featured in Forbes, Harper's Bazaar, VOGUE, GOOP, Variety, E!, and more. She has led workshops for companies like Google, Amazon, and Amex, and has delivered keynotes at events including the Aspen Ideas Festival and The Atlantic's In Pursuit of Happiness. But more than any of those accolades what I intrigued myself most with, is she has a sone with a severe chronic illness. An illness that is likely to see his life cut very short. When we first started our discussion I asked her how he was doing, and Deepika said he was doing ok. Today. She lives day by day with his very existence in the balance. And she has devoted herself to optimism. So much so that she's now know as “The Optimism Dr.” Deepika has a brand new book titled, The Power of Real Optimism: A Practical, Science-Based Guide to Staying Resilient, Curious, and Open Even When Life Is Hard. Find her at thingsarelookingup.co Sign up for your $1/month trial period at shopify.com/kevin Go to shipstation.com and use code KEVIN to start your free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Success isn't built by playing it safe or trying to do everything at once. This episode breaks down why obsession, discipline, and committing fully to one craft are often the real difference between stalled ideas and lasting success. We dive deeper into this in the Habits & Hustle with Anastasia Soare. We also talk about why balance is overrated, how discipline beats talent, and what it actually takes to build a category from nothing. Anastasia Soare is the founder and CEO of Anastasia Beverly Hills. She is a self-made entrepreneur known globally as the Queen of Eyebrows and built her career as an esthetician working with clients including Oprah Winfrey and Michelle Obama. She founded Anastasia Beverly Hills in 1997 and has been featured in outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Vogue, Allure, Harper's Bazaar, People, and Entertainment Tonight. What's Discussed (04:06) Immigrating from Romania and why survival shaped her work ethic (07:24) Using the golden ratio to design brows and build a beauty category (15:21) Solving real customer problems before building products or scaling (19:33) Obsession, discipline, and competing with yourself instead of others (29:12) Why opportunity only matters when preparation is already in place (32:17) Simplifying contouring so everyday consumers can actually use makeup (38:14) Firing her daughter and why earned authority matters in leadership (41:48) Rejecting balance and embracing obsession to build something lasting Thank you to our sponsors: Rho Nutrition: Try Rho Nutrition today and experience the difference of Liposomal Technology. Use code JEN20for 20% OFF everything at https://rhonutrition.com/discount/jen20. Prolon: Get 30% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit https://prolonlife.com/JENNIFERCOHEN and use code JENNIFERCOHEN to claim your discount and your bonus gift. Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off  Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE40 for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. Momentous: Shop this link and use code Jen for 20% off  Manna Vitality: Visit mannavitality.com and use code JENNIFER20 for 20% off your order  Amp fit is the perfect balance of tech and training, designed for people who do it all and still want to feel strong doing it. Check it out at joinamp.com/jen  Find more from Jen:  Website: https://jennifercohen.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/therealjencohen   Books: https://jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Anastasia Soare: Instagram: https://instagram.com/anastasiasoare Facebook: https://facebook.com/AnastasiaSoare Anastasia's New Book: https://raisingbrowsbook.com

1. Role of Popular Uprising Millions of Iranians are described as actively protesting against the ruling clerical regime. The movement is portrayed as organic, domestic, and secular, not Islamist or anti‑Western. Economic collapse is identified as the primary catalyst rather than a single political trigger. Protesters are framed as the legitimate engine of change, with the U.S. positioned as a supporter rather than the instigator. 2. Economic Collapse as a Destabilizer Hyperinflation and currency collapse (rial exceeding 1,000,000 to the dollar) have crippled daily life. Bazaar closures, labor strikes (notably in energy), and widespread shortages are presented as systemic stressors. Low global oil prices weaken Iran’s primary revenue source, limiting the regime’s ability to fund repression and foreign proxies. 3. U.S. Policy Contrast: Trump vs. Obama/Biden There is a sharp contrast between: Obama/Biden: Characterized as conciliatory, passive, and supportive of engagement (e.g., Iran nuclear deal). Trump: Portrayed as deterrence‑focused, confrontational, and openly supportive of regime change. Trump’s public endorsement of a “new government” in Iran is framed as unprecedented and strategically consequential. 4. Deterrence Without Occupation We reject a large‑scale military invasion. Instead, we support: Targeted military strikes (e.g., nuclear facilities, IRGC leadership) Covert operations Clear deterrent threats against mass repression The killing of Qasem Soleimani is highlighted as a key inflection point that shattered regime confidence. 5. Iran’s Strategic Weakness Iran’s air defenses and regional influence are described as severely degraded. Hezbollah, Hamas, and other proxies have been decapitated or weakened. The regime is increasingly isolated as allies (Venezuela, Syria, Russia) face their own crises. 6. Internal Regime Fractures The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is portrayed as a potential kingmaker or coup actor. The text suggests the IRGC: Controls vast economic assets Is deeply unpopular with the public May abandon the clerical leadership to preserve its own power A coup becomes likely if U.S. pressure and labor strikes converge. 7. Information Control and Fear Internet shutdowns and communication blackouts are signs of regime panic. Supreme Leader Khamenei fears internal reform more than outright confrontation, drawing parallels to Soviet collapse. 9. Broader Geopolitical Context Iran’s situation is linked to potential domino effects in Venezuela and Cuba. Energy independence and low oil prices are framed as key U.S. national security tools. The moment is compared to the fall of the Berlin Wall, suggesting a possible systemic collapse of authoritarian regimes without U.S. ground wars. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.