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Have you ever felt like alcohol was always there for you? After a stressful day, during celebrations, through heartbreak, or whenever you needed to unwind?If so, you're not alone.In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I explore why alcohol can feel like a trusted friend, why letting go can feel like a loss, and how emotional drinking keeps us believing alcohol is meeting our needs when it's actually keeping us stuck.In This Episode, You'll Learn why alcohol can feel like your best friend during difficult seasons how emotional drinking becomes your go-to coping strategy what you're really grieving when you decide to quit drinking why alcohol creates the illusion of comfort, confidence, and connection practical ways to meet your emotional needs without alcohol how sobriety helps you build real peace, confidence, and self-trust Quitting drinking isn't just about giving up alcohol; it's about discovering healthier ways to find comfort, connection, and relief. When you begin meeting those needs without alcohol, you'll realize you were never losing your best friend; you were finding yourself.Mentioned in episode:My Reading List Podcast SurveyGrab Your Free Gift:30 Day Calendar Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me:Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace.Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month.1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life.The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope.Grab My Masterclass:Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review.Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in! Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, reviewing, and/or subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast.Connect w/ Courtney:InstagramJoin the Sobriety CircleApply for 1:1 CoachingOrder the Sober Vibes Book Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Repairing a Friendship ~ My best friend thinks I am abandoning her if I find more friends. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

Season 6, Episode 778: Replay for video version of an erotic romance story by Ruan Willow, Shower Sex with Her Best Friend's Brother. Featured toy: Sponsored toy, a rose sucker... I love it! It's really a top notch pleasure tool, and a really gorgeous toy, check it out at the links below:  Sohimi toys, rose vibrator, rose sex toy Links: https://www.sohimi.com/collections/rose-vibrator https://www.sohimi.com/products/rosemoon-updated-app-control-suction-and-vibration-rose-clit-stimulator-sex-toy https://www.sohimi.com Podcast Merch! Wear Oh F*ck Yeah! Get Oh F*ck Yeah Podcast Merch T-shirts, tank tops, long sleeve shirts, mugs! Wear it sassy and hot! Support the show Join for $3 to get exclusive content Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow

This week on Oversharing, Jordana and Dr. Naomi are clearing out their algorithms, and maybe a little mental clutter along the way. They start with a listener struggling with mom rage, parental burnout, and the guilt of hitting her limit, and discuss why lowering the bar can sometimes be the healthiest thing you can do. Then, a newly pregnant Betchisist wonders how to share pregnancy news with a best friend struggling with infertility without expecting her to fake an excited reaction. An Intention tackles acne insecurity, self-acceptance, and the anxiety around starting Accutane, especially when a scary treatment could finally bring some much-needed relief. In Triggered, a listener with combined finances in her marriage wants to know why her husband gets all the credit when their money picks up the dinner bill. Finally, Jordana and Dr. Naomi debate a surprisingly complicated question: Is volunteering still a good deed if you're only doing it for your résumé? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this volume of the Trails & Tribulations series, I chat with Luis, aka Mr. Traveler, an experienced international trekker and founder of the Vamos Hiking Crew, about two frightening high altitude incidents involving his longtime friend Carlos that unfolded nearly two years apart on Rainbow Mountain in Peru and Acatenango in Guatemala.Luis takes us high into the Peruvian Andes, where what should have been a straightforward trek above 15,000 feet quickly became alarming as Carlos began showing increasingly serious signs of altitude sickness. Nearly two years later, history frighteningly repeated itself on the slopes of Guatemala's Acatenango. This time, the situation became even more severe, forcing Luis and his group to confront the possibility of an emergency evacuation in a remote environment with limited rescue options.Through both experiences, Luis shares valuable lessons about recognizing warning signs at altitude, proper training and acclimatization, pacing, hydration and fueling, resisting summit fever and group pressure, and knowing when it's time to turn around. This is a story about friendship, leadership, humility, and one of the most important lessons we can carry into the mountains. The summit will always be there, but getting yourself and your people home safely comes first.Have you ever experienced a survival moment or learned a tough lesson on the trail? Maybe you got lost, faced sudden weather, encountered wildlife, or found yourself pushed to your limits in ways you didn't expect. Trails & Tribulations is the space where those stories come to life, inspiring and connecting the outdoor community. If any of these resonates with you, we'd love to hear YOUR story!Submit your story on https://tinyurl.com/47jdbvau for a chance to be featured or send us an email on justtrekofficial@gmail.comFollow Mr Traveler & Vamos Hiking crew on https://www.instagram.com/mrtraveler.mehttps://www.instagram.com/vamoshikingcrewListen to Mr. Traveler's award winning guest episode (Top Spotify Episode of 2025): https://open.spotify.com/episode/2YBdj8szyhwqkHxWsoJxVuFollow Just Trek on IG https://www.instagram.com/just.trek/Support Just Trek on Patreon ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/justtrek⁠⁠Shop Just Trek merch on ⁠⁠https://www.justtrek.net/shop⁠⁠Listen to more podcast episodes on ⁠⁠https://www.justtrek.net⁠⁠Want to send me a message? Email me at ⁠⁠justtrekofficial@gmail.com⁠⁠ or DM on Instagram @just.trek

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Today we welcome Real Housewife of NY, Sai. The new season premieres on Tuesday 9/8, and I can't wait for it. We also take your calls, and the theme of today? A woman's intuition is one of our greatest allies, we need to follow it when we know that cheating men aren't worth our time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back! Today we're getting into listener questions about friendship dynamics when one of you gets into a relationship, navigating asking for a +1 to someone's wedding, advice for your first family vacation with your significant other's family, what to do when you feel like you slept with someone too soon, how to keep long-term relationships exciting, and more.Read my Substack ⁠How to Know If Your Situationship Has a Future (& What to Do If It Doesn't).⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠As always, find me on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mostlydating⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. And if you're enjoying the pod, please leave a rating & review! To have your question answered on an upcoming episode, submit it ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or email carleigh@mostly-dating.com. 

To put a close on August (a month that ended up being about performers performing), I'm getting into the doin's about Howard Hawks' amusing musical starring those mega-watters Jane Russell and Marilyn Monroe. Well, pseudo-musical. Hawks was one of the best directors of rom-coms...and THAT material in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes is at least close to his typical level. The elaborately excellent costumes, the Technicolor and the "Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend" number just aren't what he was best at, but even that good stuff works well too. The dual love story is snappy amidst all kinds of hoopla about diamond-digging, especially over a tiara. So jump on a boat while you cavort with a bunch of hunky guys and sing about your favourite mineral as I break it all down in this 758th edition of Have You Ever Seen. Subscribe to this podcast in your app. Write up a review and rate the podcast too. Look for me on Letterboxd (RyanHYES), Twitter (@moviefiend51) and Bluesky (ryan-ellis). And if you like to write things in long form, email me (haveyoueverseenpodcast@gmail.com).

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She had plans to hang out with her best friend at her dad's amazing bachelor pad, complete with a pool, waterfall, outdoor kitchen, and fully stocked bar. But when her friend suddenly canceled, she decided to stay anyway. What happened next turned a totally innocent summer hangout into a dirty little secret she's apparently been carrying ever since. And yes, tequila may have had something to do with it.Support the show: https://the-jubal-show.beehiiv.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Experience the many ways Jesus expresses His friendship with us daily.

Experience the many ways Jesus expresses His friendship with us daily.

Welcome back to the Baseball Tonight Podcast with Buster Olney! On today's episode, Buster is joined by ESPN Producer and Researcher for “Get Up!” Paul “Hembo” Hembekides to discuss why the Mariners' weak strength of schedule at the and of the season should lead them into the playoffs. We'll also discuss why the Red Sox have a historically great outfield duo in Wilyer Abreu and Ceddanne Rafaela. We'll also hear from ESPN's MLB prospect and farm system expert Kiley McDaniel on why the Brewers came in at number 1 in his latest farm system rankings, and why beauty is in the eyes of the beholder when it comes to teams' player evaluations. All this, plus we play the numbers game with Sarah Langs, and Buster answers your questions in Bleacher Tweets. Timecodes:  0:02 Welcome, Top of the First  2:53 Hembo joins the show! 3:34 Cooper Pratt benched for lack of hustle 7:32 Mariners fighting for a playoff spot 10:33 MLB has a competitive balance problem 15:00 Red Sox are playing great defense 19:01 Sal Stewart is an RBI machine 21:37 Andrew Painter stepping up 24:42 Mike Trout, Ernie Banks & Walker Johnson shared stat 28:42 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game  30:24 who topped Kiley McDaniel's farm system rankings? 32:07 Did the Brewers offer enough for Tarik Skubal? 34:28 Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder when it comes to player value 42:17 The Angels take a big step forward in the rankings 46:05 Why do the Orioles' prospects constantly stall?  50:11 What direction are the Mets heading?  58:05 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to the Baseball Tonight Podcast with Buster Olney! On today's episode, Buster is joined by ESPN Producer and Researcher for “Get Up!” Paul “Hembo” Hembekides to discuss why the Mariners' weak strength of schedule at the and of the season should lead them into the playoffs. We'll also discuss why the Red Sox have a historically great outfield duo in Wilyer Abreu and Ceddanne Rafaela. We'll also hear from ESPN's MLB prospect and farm system expert Kiley McDaniel on why the Brewers came in at number 1 in his latest farm system rankings, and why beauty is in the eyes of the beholder when it comes to teams' player evaluations. All this, plus we play the numbers game with Sarah Langs, and Buster answers your questions in Bleacher Tweets. Timecodes:  0:02 Welcome, Top of the First  2:53 Hembo joins the show! 3:34 Cooper Pratt benched for lack of hustle 7:32 Mariners fighting for a playoff spot 10:33 MLB has a competitive balance problem 15:00 Red Sox are playing great defense 19:01 Sal Stewart is an RBI machine 21:37 Andrew Painter stepping up 24:42 Mike Trout, Ernie Banks & Walker Johnson shared stat 28:42 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game  30:24 who topped Kiley McDaniel's farm system rankings? 32:07 Did the Brewers offer enough for Tarik Skubal? 34:28 Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder when it comes to player value 42:17 The Angels take a big step forward in the rankings 46:05 Why do the Orioles' prospects constantly stall?  50:11 What direction are the Mets heading?  58:05 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It started as a discussion that happened after we stopped recording a previous pod. Which Friend (from the show of the same name) had the best go of it outside of the show? We go through all six...every movie, every show, every swing that missed, and hand out awards nobody asked for. Cody has an answer he's been sitting on all week, and it is not one of the six.Plus: a word about Dolly, who spent eighty years proving that what you're famous for and what you're remembered for don't have to be the same thing.

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In today's r/AITA story, OP's girlfriend wants him to cut off a female friend because she's "uncomfortable" - but OP feels like that crosses a line. Now it's turned into a bigger issue about trust, control and boundaries.0:00 Intro0:19 Story 13:26 Story 1 Comments / OP's Replies5:31 Story 1 Update9:37 Story 1 Comment / OP's Reply12:07 Story 214:13 Story 2 Comments 15:23 Story 2 Update18:28 Story 320:22 Story 3 Comments / OP's Replies22:31 Story 3 Update25:33 Story 3 Comments / OP's Replies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

https://www.StopLosingWomen.com for 1-on-1 coaching & FREE access to all my dating video courses & e-Books. This video is an interview with my now-deceased friend, "John," who gives a masterclass on how to go from being a woman's friend to potential lover and partner. For those of you who've asked me how this is done, I never did it - but THIS guy did it quite a few times. Enjoy! ❤️ All my coaching courses & e-Books are now free. If you find any of it to be helpful, consider sending donations at the following links: Cash App: https://cash.app/$harrywilmington PayPal: https://www.e-junkie.com/i/zk94?single Email Your Questions: HarryWilmington@gmail.com

Summer Rewind: Gregg shares a few stories linked by one glittering theme: diamonds. From a visit to Tiffany's to a German aristocrat's tale of royal jewels on a Mexican beach, an artist friend's hidden ring, and a subway car filled with spilled stones, each story reveals the strange, funny, and human ways we attach meaning to wealth and sparkle. The Compulsive Storyteller Podcast is a series of short personal true stories in 20 minutes or less written and narrated by, Gregg LeFevre. © Gregg LeFevre 2026

Join the merry witches as they are reunited in mirth after a short summer break! They are talking friendship today - what makes it last and how important are similar values? Do you know your besties' comfort food? Join the though-provoking conversation with YOUR best friend! And now, Shelley, Lysa and Darryl!

You've been waiting to feel ready. Ready enough to launch the thing, shoot your shot, ask for the promotion you've been researching and figuring out the pitch for for months. Here's the hot take: you're stalling what you want because of the fear that you're not enough for it. The fear of failure, of judgement, of "not enoughness" has driven your car for long enough. So in this episode, I get a little messy and share my HOTTEST takes on exactly how to build the belief- and actions- of enoughness. Through a winding road of Matrix analogies and The Holiday references, you're going to realize in this episode that you are THE ONE. The One who is the main character. Who can create the love, friendship, and work life that you desire In the words of Mary Oliver, "What will you do with your one wild and precious life?" That's what this episode is here to help you answer. Get into it!   Work with Lily: → Join my free live training, Quit Being the Best Friend: https://datebrazen.com/best-friend

Judson mourns the death and celebrates the life of his father-in-law. Inspired by one of his husband's hookups, Brian attempts a night of kink at home and stirs up much more drama than intended. The Hookup of the Week finds our listener arriving at the airport and running into his year-long Grindr crush, who then becomes quite the hands-on tour guide for the trip that follows. Brian and Judson are then joined by co-author of Dads and Daddies Book Club selection, Kink for Dummies, Jack Harrison-Quintana. Jack tells Brian and Judson how he first met and became close with his co-author Jaime M. Grant, and how the two came to write a book about kink for Wiley, publisher of the entire slate of For Dummies books. Jack shares his early kink origins on both personal and professional planes, he asks Judson about his history with kink and drugs, and discusses whether or not Brian's affinity for group and public sex makes him a kinkster. Jack also explores whether or not kinks can exist without personal shame or judgement of the community at large, how the tenets of the kink community should be guiding principles for all of humanity, how couples can communicate about uneven kink desires, how not all kinks appear sexual, removing shame from the need for erectile dysfunction medication, and so much more. Jack then helps Brian and Judson respond to a Go Ask Your Dad question from a listener in a newly opened relationship who wants help finding sex parties, but also has concerns about safety and comfort with other attendees' behavior. Find Jack Harrison-Quintana on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/j_c_h_q/  Get Kink for Dummies by Jaime M. Grant and Jack Harrison-Quintana at https://bookshop.org/p/books/kink-for-dummies-jack-harrison-quintana/fb56c7928951eda3   Email your Hookup of the Week, Go Ask Your Dad and Dr. Daddy submissions to dadsanddaddies@gmail.com Dads and Daddies on the Web: https://www.dadsanddaddies.com/ Dads and Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dadsanddaddiespod.bsky.social Your hosts, Dad Brian Rubin-Sowers - https://www.instagram.com/ditmasparkpapa  and Daddy Judson Morrow - https://www.instagram.com/gunclejudson Edited by Toby Rubin-Sowers For a 10% discount on your purchase on a Shakti Acupressure Mat or any other items at ShakitMat.com, use code DADSANDDADDIES or simply visit the URL https://shaktimat.com/DadsAndDaddies Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailAfter David defeats Goliath, the people cheer for him, but King Saul becomes jealous and angry. Even while David plays his harp, Saul tries to hurt him. Thankfully, David has a true friend in Saul's son, Jonathan. Jonathan helps David learn whether it is safe to return to the palace, but when Saul throws a spear at Jonathan too, they both know David must run.David hides in caves with his family, friends, and hundreds of men while Saul searches for him. Then one day, Saul walks right into the very cave where David is hiding. David has the perfect chance to hurt Saul, but he chooses mercy instead. This story reminds kids that true friendship is loyal, jealousy is dangerous, and God can help us do what is right even when others treat us unfairly.Talk about it:Why did King Saul become jealous of David?How did Jonathan show that he was a true friend?Why did David refuse to hurt Saul in the cave?What does this story teach us about mercy and loyalty?How can you be a faithful friend this week?Visit our website: kathyskidsstorytime.orgWe'd love to hear from you.To reach us quickly, click the “Send us a text” link at the top of the episode description.Or write to us by mail:Kathy's Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043

Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores what to do when your daughter's closest friendship starts to feel different. Drawing on nearly three decades of working with girls, Melissa explains why a changing friendship doesn't always mean someone did something wrong or that the friendship is ending. She shares practical ways parents can listen, understand what their daughter is experiencing, and help her recognize when a friendship is still mutual—and when she may be working too hard to hold it together.In this episode, we explore:• Why parents shouldn't decide what a friendship change means before understanding what their daughter is experiencing• How different expectations about closeness can create hurt feelings between friends• Why helping your daughter name what she misses can clarify what's really bothering her• How to recognize the difference between a changing friendship and a pattern of behavior that repeatedly hurts your daughter• The difference between reaching toward a friend and chasing someone to choose you• How to help your daughter notice whether a friendship is giving something back to her• Why your daughter can care about a changing friendship while staying open to new and growing relationships• How parents can support their daughters without trying to fix the friendship or choose a replacement friendJoin Melissa for a thoughtful conversation about helping your daughter navigate friendship changes with empathy, honesty, and self-respect—and learning that she can care deeply about someone without abandoning herself in the process.Download the Quick Tips PDF of today's episode for future reference.If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let's work together to raise the next generation of confident girls.Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Oh, baby! Mindy's got a new bundle of joy—and this one has a serious thing for eating trash! In this episode about animal science, evolution, and domestication, Mindy and Guy Raz go on a hilarious adventure to explore whether city raccoons could be slowly changing into animals that are more comfortable living alongside humans! Listen and discover how scientists are using thousands of wildlife photos to investigate a surprising clue: city raccoons may have slightly shorter snouts than their country cousins. From trash-can chaos to the science of domestication, this adventure is full of funny hijinks, big questions, and a wild discovery about how animals evolve.While Mindy thinks she's found the perfect new pet, Guy Raz has a very important question: what happens when wild animals start getting comfortable around people? To find out, the Wow in the World crew explores the fascinating history of how wolves became dogs and how cats became the domesticated companions we know today. Along the way, you'll learn what “domesticated” really means and why becoming a domesticated animal takes many, many generations.Get ready for a wild adventure full of trash-can destruction, raccoon baby drama, and lots of laughter. From tiny diapers and hand-like raccoon paws, to the surprising story of wolves becoming dogs and cats becoming pets, Mindy and Guy Raz explore why wild animals aren't simply pets waiting to happen—and why the kindest thing we can do for a wild animal is let it stay wild. This is the Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, and Wow of raccoons, evolution, and animal domestication, brought to life with curiosity, humor, and a whole lot of WOW!✨ Don't miss the chance to explore even further with Wow in the World:Grownups can visit tinkercast.com/join-twaaw to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!This episode of Wow in the World is a perfect blend of storytelling and animal science, inviting kids and families to explore the surprising science of evolution and domestication while laughing, learning, and wowing together.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Having a close friend who's in a different stage of life than you can be challenging, but so worth it. Today, my best friend Leigh, who's a mom of two, and I (childfree) discuss our friendship + we answer your most difficult “we're in different life phases” questions you submitted. The ones that feel hard to bring up to either your single friend or mom friend who might not understand your side. 

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In this episode of From the Holodeck, we review Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 4.03, “Human Best Friend,” a broad amnesia-driven buddy comedy that raises questions about the changing style and sophistication of humor in contemporary Star Trek. While its juvenile comedy and modern dialogue often feel at odds with the franchise's traditionally more culturally...

Ep. 159- Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: What to do when a friendship is fading | Friendship advice for kidsFREE guide for parents: 12 ways to help your child make friendshttps://drfriendtastic.com/gift/Parents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.Would YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtastic.com/submit (Obviously, this is not psychotherapy, and it's not for emergency situations.)For an easy-to-read TRANSCRIPT, go to: https://DrFriendtastic.com/podcast/Like the podcast? Check out my books at https://EileenKennedyMoore.com.Subscribe to my NEWSLETTER, https://DrFriendtastic.substack.com, to get podcast episodes sent to your email plus articles for parents.*** DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:- What are some reasons why kids' friendships sometimes fall apart? - What would you do if you noticed a friend was suddenly acting more distant? - Why do friends sometimes refuse to tell you what's wrong when there's a problem between you? (Hint: What might they be afraid of?) - If a friend told you they were mad at you because of something you did, what could you do to make things better between you? What should you avoid doing in that situation? - What do you think it means to show up as your best self? Why is that important? *** You might also like these podcast episodes:Ep. 151 - Why is it so hard to say, “I'm sorry”? (Minta, Age 10)https://drfriendtastic.substack.com/p/ep151-why-is-it-so-hard-to-say-im-sorry-minta-age-almost-10Ep. 77 - Friend is nicer to someone else (Maya, Age 8)https://drfriendtastic.substack.com/p/ep77-maya-age-8-friend-is-nicer-to-someone-elseEp. 73 - Best friend suddenly stops playing with him (J.J., Age 11)https://drfriendtastic.substack.com/p/ep73-jj-age-11-best-friend-stops-playing-with-him Get full access to Dr. Friendtastic for Parents at drfriendtastic.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of On the Rocks, we are doing a deep dive into the world of influencers with Joey Zauzig, an LA-based lifestyle creator and emerging food tastemaker widely known online as “the internet's best friend.” We chat about how he turned bullying into confidence, leaving his job to explore his passion; how he got into the world of influencers, the pressures and reality of the influencer world, body image, content creation fatigue, life beyond the camera, and what's up ahead...with co-host model and musician Steven Dehler and your sassy host with the sassy most, Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A podcast about a podcast about one of the strangest sports scandals of the modern era. Brian Beckner welcomes back Reality Steve and Jason Stewart for a special Baller Lifestyle Podcast crossover dedicated to the ESPN 30 for 30 podcast The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani. The guys go deep on the unbelievable story of Ippéi Mizuhara, Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter and trusted intermediary, who was ultimately accused of stealing approximately $17 million from Ohtani while accumulating enormous gambling debts. The central question: Did Shohei Ohtani really know nothing about it? Coming into the podcast, the guys had very different theories. Reality Steve was torn between the possibility that Mizuhara initially told the truth and the possibility that Ohtani genuinely had no idea what was happening. Jason Stewart entered firmly in the conspiracy/fall-guy camp. Brian was somewhere in between. After listening to the full story, however, the evidence presented in the 30 for 30 dramatically changed the conversation. The guys examine the three major possibilities surrounding the scandal: Ohtani was secretly involved in the gambling. Mizuhara gambled, lost millions, and Ohtani knowingly bailed him out. Mizuhara was secretly stealing from Ohtani, while Ohtani had absolutely no idea. The discussion dives into the evidence supporting the third scenario — including the enormous volume of communications investigators reviewed without finding evidence of gambling conversations between Ohtani and Mizuhara. But the guys aren't willing to completely let Ohtani off the hook. How can one of the richest and most famous athletes on Earth fail to notice $17 million disappearing from his own bank account? The answer may have more to do with Ohtani's unusual lifestyle, his dependence on other people, his limited English-language communication, and his extraordinary level of wealth than most people realize. The guys also explore Mizuhara's increasingly bizarre behavior, including his deception about his background, his relationship with Ohtani, his interactions with bookmaker Mathew Boyer, the enormous volume of bets placed, and the shocking story involving Ohtani's money and dental work. They also question why Boyer received a dramatically shorter sentence than Mizuhara and discuss how federal cooperation agreements can change the outcome of criminal cases. And then there's the biggest "what if?" of all: What happens if the federal government never catches Boyer? Would Mizuhara still be stealing from Ohtani today? The episode also explores one of the most revealing details from the documentary: Ohtani's description of Mizuhara not necessarily as a best friend, but as a business partner. That distinction changes the entire way the relationship can be viewed. Approximate Timestamps Note: The uploaded source is a transcript rather than an audio file, so these are suggested editorial timestamps based on the sequence and relative length of the discussion. 00:00 — Welcome to the Special Bonus Episode Brian introduces the special Baller Lifestyle Podcast episode. Reality Steve joins the show. Jason Stewart returns as the "Stu Gatz's favorite producer." Why this episode is different from the normal Baller Lifestyle format. 03:00 — The First-Ever Baller Lifestyle / Reality Steve Crossover Reality Steve explains why he wanted the episode on his own feed. The guys joke about doing a "podcast about a podcast." Why the Shohei Ohtani story was perfect for a baseball-focused crossover. 06:00 — What Did Everyone Believe Before Listening? Brian's initial impression of Ippéi Mizuhara. Reality Steve's three possible theories. Was Ohtani gambling? Did Ohtani knowingly pay Mizuhara's gambling debts? Or was Mizuhara secretly stealing from him? 10:00 — The $17 Million Question How does someone steal approximately $17 million from one of the world's richest athletes? Why Ohtani may genuinely not have noticed. Ohtani's extraordinary wealth and unusual lifestyle. The idea that he may have essentially never needed to monitor his own bank accounts. 14:00 — Jason Stewart's Fall-Guy Theory Why Jason initially believed Mizuhara was taking the fall. Why the conspiracy theory was more entertaining than the actual explanation. Comparisons to other famous sports scandals. Why the evidence eventually changed Jason's mind. 18:00 — 19,000 Bets and $325 Million in Action The staggering volume of Mizuhara's gambling. More than $300 million in total bets. Approximately $142 million in winning bets. Approximately $182.9 million in losing bets. The resulting roughly $41 million net gambling loss. How someone could gamble at that scale and continue getting credit. 23:00 — The Bookmaker Mathew Boyer Reality Steve explains the betting numbers. Why Boyer kept increasing Mizuhara's credit. The importance of Mizuhara's connection to Ohtani. How much did Boyer actually know about his client's finances? The enormous amount of money moving through the operation. 27:00 — The $500-a-Week Problem Mizuhara's claims about how much Ohtani paid him. Why the guys immediately questioned the number. What Mizuhara actually did for Ohtani on a daily basis. Driver, personal assistant, translator, errands and more. Why the story didn't seem to add up. 31:00 — The FBI Investigation What federal investigators actually examined. Thousands of pages of communications. The surprising absence of gambling conversations between Ohtani and Mizuhara. Why that evidence dramatically changed the guys' opinions. 35:00 — Was Shohei Really Completely Clueless? Jason explains why he still had doubts. Why the absence of gambling conversations initially seemed suspicious. Could Ohtani have used Mizuhara as a buffer? Why the guys ultimately lean toward Ohtani being unaware. 39:00 — Ohtani's Extraordinary Dependence on Other People Ohtani's limited English. His dependence on agents, bankers, interpreters and other representatives. Why the guys think Ohtani may have been unusually insulated from everyday life. The theory that Ohtani has simply never had to handle normal financial responsibilities. 43:00 — The Dental Work Scam The shocking $60,000 dental story. Mizuhara receives money for dental treatment. What allegedly happened to the money. How the guys view this as another example of Mizuhara's willingness to exploit Ohtani. 47:00 — What If the FBI Never Caught Boyer? How the entire scandal came to light. The federal investigation was focused on Boyer. What could have happened if investigators never uncovered the connection to Ohtani? Would Mizuhara still be stealing from Ohtani? Reality Steve's theory that Ohtani might eventually have discovered everything privately. 51:00 — The Original Story Mizuhara Told ESPN Mizuhara initially claimed Ohtani knew about his gambling. The original explanation for the money transfers. Why Mizuhara's story completely changed. How Ohtani reportedly learned about the allegations. 55:00 — The South Korea Team Meeting Ohtani's shocking position as the last person to understand what was happening. Mizuhara's explanation of what he had told the team. Ohtani asking what had been said. The surreal nature of the situation. 59:00 — Could Ohtani Have Been Suspended? Reality Steve poses the hypothetical: What if the original story had been true? What if Ohtani knowingly paid off Mizuhara's illegal gambling debt? What would Major League Baseball have done? The difference between gambling himself and helping a friend pay a debt. Pete Rose and the Astros enter the discussion. 1:05:00 — MLB, Gambling & the Changing Sports Landscape How professional sports' relationship with gambling has changed. Pete Rose's precedent. The Astros' cheating scandal. Modern sports betting controversies. Why punishment for gambling-related behavior has become increasingly complicated. 1:10:00 — Was Mizuhara Really Ohtani's Best Friend? The guys challenge the public perception of their relationship. Ohtani reportedly referring to Mizuhara more as a business partner than a close friend. How Mizuhara may have cultivated the image that they were essentially brothers. Ohtani's language barrier and how it affected that perception. 1:15:00 — Mizuhara's Sentencing vs. Boyer's Mizuhara receives 57 months. Boyer receives only five months. Why the sentencing disparity surprises the guys. Federal cooperation agreements. The guys compare Boyer's situation to other famous criminal cases. 1:20:00 — What Does Boyer Know? Boyer's claims about his gambling operation. His alleged connections to major sports figures. Why the guys wonder who else might have been betting with him. The unanswered question of how much information Boyer actually possesses. 1:24:00 — Mizuhara's Future in Japan Mizuhara's Japanese citizenship. Why he may ultimately be deported. The implications of returning to Japan after stealing from Ohtani. The guys speculate about what his life could look like after prison. 1:28:00 — Ohtani's Incredible Ability to Compartmentalize The scandal breaking right around Opening Day. Ohtani's ability to perform despite the controversy. His historic 2024 season. Winning the World Series while the scandal surrounded him. How remarkable his focus was. 1:33:00 — Brian's Ohtani Hot Take The guys discuss Ohtani's current performance. Brian insists on consistency. The conversation turns to international baseball and MLB's overseas strategy. 1:37:00 — Should MLB Start the Season Overseas? The guys revisit MLB's decision to open the season in Korea. Why Brian thinks regular-season games should begin in the United States. Growing baseball internationally versus inconveniencing American viewers. Why exhibition games might accomplish the same goal. 1:42:00 — NFL Games Overseas The NFL's increasingly aggressive international strategy. Games in Australia and other international locations. The guys joke about how far the NFL will go to test the limits of its audience. Streaming and unusual kickoff times. 1:46:00 — Reality Steve's NFL Survivor Pool Reality Steve discusses his 2026 NFL Survivor Pool. Entry fee and contest structure. The Reality Steve Survivor Contest on Splash Sports. Why Survivor pools can be so much fun — and so frustrating. The guys discuss huge survivor pools and the problem of people entering hundreds of times. 1:51:00 — The Diamond Bar Connection Brian reveals his personal connection to the Ippéi Mizuhara story. Diamond Bar High School. The legendary basketball game against Los Alamitos. Brian's 24-point performance and six three-pointers. A young Keith Van Horn on the opposing team. The guys connect the story to the six degrees of separation from Shohei Ohtani. 1:57:00 — Keith Van Horn, Rick Majerus & Krispy Kreme Keith Van Horn's college career. Rick Majerus and the Utah Utes. Jason's memories of Majerus. The legendary Krispy Kreme story. A brief detour into Majerus lore. 2:01:00 — Final Thoughts on The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani The guys recap what they learned. Why the 30 for 30 podcast changed their opinions. Why Mizuhara increasingly appears to have acted alone. Why Ohtani's financial naivete remains the most unbelievable part of the story. The unanswered questions that remain. 2:04:00 — Wrap-Up Brian thanks Reality Steve and Jason Stewart. Discussion of doing another crossover episode. Final plugs and sign-off. TBLS. Key Takeaways The Three Theories The episode revolves around three possible explanations for the scandal: Ohtani was secretly gambling himself. Ohtani knew Mizuhara was gambling and knowingly paid his debts. Mizuhara secretly stole from Ohtani without his knowledge. After reviewing the evidence presented in the ESPN podcast, the panel largely moves toward the third explanation. The Scale of the Gambling Mizuhara's gambling activity was enormous: Roughly 19,000 bets Approximately $325 million in total wagers About $142 million in winning bets About $182.9 million in losing bets Roughly $41 million net losses The scale of the operation becomes one of the most astonishing aspects of the entire story. ️ The Communication Evidence One of the most important points discussed is the federal investigation's review of thousands of pages of communications between Ohtani and Mizuhara. The guys focus heavily on the fact that the investigation reportedly did not uncover conversations between the two directly discussing gambling. For Jason in particular, this becomes a major reason to reconsider the original fall-guy theory. How Could Ohtani Not Know? The panel's explanation is that Ohtani's extraordinary wealth and insulated lifestyle may have made it possible for him to remain completely unaware of the missing money. The guys discuss how Ohtani delegated virtually every aspect of his day-to-day life to other people — making Mizuhara's position of trust extraordinarily powerful. Mizuhara's Deception The episode portrays Mizuhara as someone who repeatedly manipulated people around him, fabricated elements of his background and cultivated a much closer public relationship with Ohtani than Ohtani himself may have considered accurate. The guys particularly focus on the contrast between the public perception of them as best friends and Ohtani's description of Mizuhara as more of a business partner. ️ The Sentencing Question Another major unanswered question is why Mizuhara received a dramatically longer sentence than bookmaker Mathew Boyer. The guys discuss how cooperation with federal investigators can produce dramatically different sentencing outcomes — and speculate about what information Boyer may have provided. The Biggest "What If?" The biggest hypothetical of the episode: What if the federal government never investigated Boyer? The guys debate whether Mizuhara would have continued stealing from Ohtani until he eventually ran out of money, got caught by Ohtani himself, or somehow managed to keep the scheme going. Most Shocking Moments Approximately $17 million allegedly stolen from Shohei Ohtani. Nearly 19,000 gambling bets. Approximately $325 million wagered. Mizuhara's reported losses exceeding $40 million. The absence of gambling discussions in thousands of pages of communications between Ohtani and Mizuhara. Ohtani allegedly being the last person to learn what Mizuhara had told the Dodgers. The bizarre $60,000 dental-work story. Mizuhara's original claim that Ohtani knowingly paid his gambling debts. The dramatic reversal of that story. Mizuhara receiving 57 months compared with Boyer's five months. The possibility that Ohtani genuinely never noticed millions disappearing from his accounts. Ohtani's ability to produce an historic season while the scandal exploded around him. Featured Topics Shohei Ohtani Ippéi Mizuhara The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani ESPN 30 for 30 Los Angeles Dodgers MLB gambling Sports betting Mathew Boyer Baseball scandals Federal investigation Ohtani interpreter scandal Reality Steve Jason Stewart The Baller Lifestyle Podcast NFL Survivor Pools International sports About the Episode Brian Beckner hosts this special edition of The Baller Lifestyle Podcast with Reality Steve and Jason Stewart. Rather than simply recap the ESPN documentary, the guys debate the evidence, challenge each other's theories and ask the questions they felt the original podcast left unanswered. It's part sports documentary breakdown, part true-crime discussion, part gambling conversation and part completely unhinged Baller Lifestyle detour. And yes, Brian also finds a way to connect the entire story back to Diamond Bar basketball and Keith Van Horn. 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The last recorded words of Jesus: When the Holy Spirit comes, you will have power to be my witnesses! Knowing these were his last words ought galvanize us into action to tell what we have experienced with him as our Lord, Savior and Best Friend.

One of the most confusing places to stand in a relationship is this: the person you are with is kind, respectful, hardworking, and sincere—yet something inside you keeps whispering that they are not the one. They are a good person. They are simply not the right person for you. This tension shows up often among Christian singles. There are no dramatic red flags. No moral failures. No clear “run” signals. Instead there is a quieter, harder-to-name mismatch. You like them. […] The post When Your Partner Is a Good Person but the Wrong Person for You appeared first on Christian Singles Advice | Christian Dating Advice Tips. Related posts: 10 Signs from God That You’re Dating the Wrong Person Biblical Signs of an Evil Person in Christian Dating Meeting the Right Person at the Wrong Time: A Christian Single's Journey Should I Date a Godly Person I'm Not Attracted To? What to Do If You Fall in Love With Your Dating Partner's Best Friend?

It's DILEMMA DAY with Melissa Tattam and Ruby Adler! This week brings us four VERY spicy dilemmas, and as always, we've got thoughts.First up, one Tiny is wondering whether she should live by the golden rule… don't let your boyfriend stop you from finding your wife! Then we're helping a first-time wedding guest avoid a wedding fashion faux pas. PLUS, what happens when you leave your man and suddenly realise you want him back? And finally, one Tiny loves her boyfriend but doesn't want to be intimate with him anymore. Is the spark gone, or is there something else going on?Enjoy the episode xGot a dilemma, some personal advice for a fellow Tiny, or a follow-up to a previous one? Send us a voice note or message on Insta @wednesdayspodcast, or drop us an email at wednesdays@jampotproductions.co.ukInstagram | @wednesdayspodcastTikTok | @wednesdayspodcastEmail | wednesdays@jampotproductions.co.ukTHE CREDITSProducer: Faye Lawrence Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-HankinsVideo: Lizzie McCarthySenior Social Media Manager: Laura CoughlanSocial Media Executive: Amber HouriganSenior Producer: Helen Burke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea smuggled a butcher knife out of her old apartment at 8 AM, drove through a school zone going 30 in a 20 with it stuffed in her boot, still high from yoga, and has decided to just leave it in the trail trash. Lindsay's Instagram algorithm is puppies and makeup. Chelsea's is full of girls making out and sex product ads. Chelsea posted her first foot photo at 2 AM with full production, lighting, lotion, angles. Lindsay is grieving physically, therapy wipes her out every Monday, and she wants to start dating like an Amish person: once a week, 9AM to 4PM only, no acknowledging each other's families until formally introduced. Chelsea took the wrong medication combination for a week and was "real real bad." The restaurant stopped scheduling Chelsea. The podcast is taking over. They're writing a book about how to get divorced with your best friend and they are not kidding. August better show up because July was huge.Send us a textSupport the showLike, subscribe, and share with that one friend who needs a reason to laugh. Find us @honestlysmartless on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.Connect with Honestly Smartlesshonestlysmartless.comIG: @honestlysmartlessTikTok: @honestlysmartlessChelsea's IG: @chelsea_turanoLindsay's TT: @dr.lindsayregehrYouTube:  Honestly Smartless

Today I have my best friend Kelli back on to the pod to update you guys on my recent dating life, some of my embarrassing stories, what I was like in high school, how she balances me out, and every secret we've ever had. FOLLOW KELLI'S SUBSTACK: http://Kellimosher.substack.comFollow Kelli on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelli_mosher/Shop at Aerie: https://www.ae.com/Sponsored by Amazon Music.Discover music, podcasts, and audiobooks all in one app with Amazon Music Unlimited.Becca's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becccamooore/Becca's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@becccamooore?lang=enFor the Girls TikTok: @forthegirlspodcastIf you would like me to answer an advice question you have, email forthegirlswithbeccamoore@gmail.comThank you guys for listening!! If you love me rate 5 stars on your streaming platform!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kelly sits down with Joey Zauzig, aka the internet's best friend, and this might genuinely be the most fun episode of Comfort Food ever. Joey is the wildly popular content creator and Instagram personality known for his direct, no-BS take on dating, relationships, and real life, and the energy between these two is absolutely unmatched from the first second.They get into everything: how Joey went from posting thirst traps to becoming the person millions of people DM when they're going through a breakup, what it actually feels like to carry that kind of responsibility, and why staying authentic online sometimes means being willing to be completely cringe. They swap divorce and dating stories (spoiler: Joey has a blind date tonight), debate who should always pick up the check, and break down the unwritten rules of texting and ghosting.Plus: they are officially launching a cooking series together. Skinty Italian. Coming soon. You're very welcome.Follow Kelly @kellyrizzoFollow Joey @joeyzauzigThank you LifeWay Foods for sponsoring this episode. Learn more at lifewaykefir.com.Join Kelly in Chicago with Byline Travel, September 10-14. Apply here: byline.travel/experience/kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this episode we focus not on the heroes, but on the others that help them along the way - their companions. And not just any companions, animal companions. And not just animal companions, dog companions. And not games where you play as a dog, but where you play as something else and have a dog sidekick. Wait, what exactly is the theme again? Anyway, we sort that all out during the episode.In our gaming dog discussion we take a look at some old school games like Secret of Evermore and Mortal Kombat 2, newer games like Final Fantasy XVI and Star Fox - and more! We also reminisce about our favorite four legged friends we had in real life and round things out with some dog related trivia. So if you're feeling bright eyed and bushy tailed, grab your water dish and your headphones and join us - for this look at companion games!

Here are 3 signs you're demoting yourself to the "best friend" role in love, friendship, and work... You're the designated listener in your friendships, always the one reaching out first, making the plans, overgiving and caretaking. In dating, you're hesitating to ask for what you want for fear of scaring them off, settling for good enough or settling for inaction. At work, you're logging in past 9p.m., trying to fulfill your coworkers' needs because you fear that shutting down your computer will let people down and mean you're not seen as the go-to person. It's exhausting to demote yourself to the "best friend" role. And it's time for your main character era. This week's episode is about the skill set that will take you from "best friend" to main character. Main character energy isn't something you're born with. It's learnable. In this episode, you'll learn the exact three-part framework Lily uses in her own life and teaches her clients to finally stop shrinking and start taking up space in your dating life, your friendships, and your work. Inside episode 278, you'll lear: ■ The three signs you've been demoting yourself to the best friend role across dating, friendship, and work ■ The three-part skill set that makes up main character energy: permission, self-trust, and massive messy action ■ How to build self trust (even if you've never had it before) ■ What it actually means to shoot your shot unapologetically in every area of your life   Ready to step into your main character era? Join Lily's free live training, Quit Being the Best Friend, on September 15th to learn how to break free from people-pleasing and finally get what you want in love, friendship, and work. Sign up: https://datebrazen.com/best-friend   Work with Lily: ■ Get the book, Thank You, More Please: https://datebrazen.com/book ■ Join the Main Character Dating waitlist: https://datebrazen.com/dating ■ Download my free Essence-Based Preferences Creation Guide: https://datebrazen.com/workbook ■ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datebrazen/ ■ Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@datebrazen ■ Follow me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DateBrazen  

Originally released October 11, 2022. New Kindred episodes will drop starting in October 2026.In this week's episode from our archives, we speak with Dr. Kristyn Vitale, whose work focuses on companion animal behavior, specifically cat social cognition, cat behavior, and human-cat interaction. Kristyn walks us through why cats can be misunderstood and how we can understand them better, and busting myths that have persisted for far too long. Turns out Spot and Fido aren't the only ones who can be taught how to sit, stay, and roll over!Show Notes:Dr. Kristyn Vitale, Instagram @maueyeshttps://maueyes.com/Netflix's Inside the Mind of a CatMentioned in the Intro:No, It's Not Actually a Murder of Crows by Nicolas Lund

Episode 340: 8 Ways to a Better Self-Image Someone hands you their phone after the birthday party. "Look how cute this group photo is!" And what's the very first thing you do? You find yourself. And you wince — the arms, the tired eyes, the hair that didn't cooperate — and within two seconds you've quietly decided you'll be the one holding the camera next time. Mama, if you have a running commentary in your head that talks about you in a way you would never allow anyone to talk about your daughter or your best friend, this episode is for you. Here's the good news you'll hear right up front: your self-image is simply the collection of thoughts you think about yourself. And because thoughts can change, your self-image can change — not by becoming a different woman, but by learning to see the woman you already are more truthfully. Inside, I walk you through eight simple ways to do it, and you can start practicing any one of them today. In this episode you'll learn: The two words after which your brain goes hunting for evidence - and how to make them work for you instead of against you Where to root your identity so your worth stops rising and falling with the laundry, the scale, and how bedtime went The best-friend test that instantly exposes how harshly you've been speaking to yourself Why your brain replays your worst ten seconds at midnight - and how to start collecting better evidence The B-Minus reframe, the power of small kept promises, and how to update the old stories you never even wrote Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here Related Episodes If this topic resonated with you, these episodes may also help: #94 Best Friend or Bully Brain? — listen #208 How to Step Out of The Mom Comparison Trap — listen #214 How to Become Who God Designed You To Be — listen

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Two friends try to figure out how to stay friends after one of them has a baby. The one without the baby hatches a secret plan. ⭐️ This episode originally ran on May 24, 2016 and is a favorite from the archives. We hope you enjoy, and we'll be back next week with a brand new episode. … • Join LST+ for community and access to You Know What, another show in the Longest Shortest universe! • Follow us on Instagram • Sign up for our newsletter, where we recommend other parenting + reproductive health media • Buy books by LST guests (your purchase supports the show!) • Website: longestshortesttime.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From conservation assistants, celebrities, protectors, and public educators - dogs have done it all in National Parks. Today we honor the stories of incredible canines who have ties to places like Yosemite, Denali, Great Smoky Mountains and more. Good boys and girls who have scaled mountains, crossed continents, navigated glaciers and braved rivers for their people - and would do it all again. COME SEE US ON TOUR! US BARK Rangers Sled Dog's in the White Mountains For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials: Instagram: @‌nationalparkafterdarkTikTok: @‌nationalparkafterdark Support the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page! Thank you to this week's partners! Avocado Green: Find an Avocado near you or shop online at Avocado Green Mattress and check out their mattress and bedding sale!Betterhelp: See the reviews, see what stands out, and see if BetterHelp is right for you. Visit betterhelp.com/npadButcherbox: Go to http://ButcherBox.com/NPAD to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ground beef for life, or free chicken thighs or top sirloins in every box for a year with free shipping.Nutrafol: Get $10 off your first month's subscription and freeshipping when you visit Nutrafol.com promo code NPADPaka: To grab your PAKA hoodie, go to www.pakaapparel.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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