Podcasts about Biography

Carole King's extraordinary career has defined American popular music for more than half a century.Join us with journalist Jane Eisner, author of the new biography Carole King: She Made the Earth Move, as we explore King's lasting contributions to the great American songbook.

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Bieber has dominated headlines and social feeds over the past week with a blend of cheeky antics and serious music moves. His most viral moment came courtesy of his Instagram, where he posted several photos and videos riding a Segway through the woods and hanging out with friends wearing little more than tighty-whities, proving he's still the king of thirst traps. Fans flooded the comments, some asking for his wife Hailey to reclaim his phone, but most just loved seeing Justin so unfiltered and playful. According to Mix929, Bieber doubled down, sharing at least seven videos of himself doing solo karaoke from his basement, belting out tracks from his new albums SWAG and SWAG II. He earned praise for giving fans raw live vocals and, not surprisingly, prompted speculation about a possible comeback tour—a possibility that has some fans gleeful and others cautioning that mental health stays the priority after his last world tour was canceled mid-run due to health concerns.Business-wise, Bieber moved fast. Hot off the release of SWAG just two months ago, he dropped SWAG II in classic surprise Bieber fashion, with a midnight launch that didn't actually land until early morning due to technical hiccups. Both The Hollywood Reporter and Q92.9 note that this marks the first time Bieber's released two full albums in one year, signaling a new prolific phase in his career after several years of musical hiatus. SWAG II reportedly draws heavily from his marriage to Hailey, fueling fresh rumors about potential lyrical references to ex Selena Gomez. As FandomWire points out, Bieber's new music—combined with cryptic social posts about delays and track drops—has generated speculation but no confirmed drama between him and Gomez.Meanwhile, paparazzi and celeb-watchers caught Bieber sporting a scruffy beard while traveling via private jet, and TMZ TV lampooned the star for his nearly-naked Segway photo ops, calling him an enigma who craves privacy yet parades his quirks for millions. There's been zero credible controversy in his relationship, despite ongoing internet conspiracy theories capitalizing on every playful moment or cryptic lyric.In summary, Justin Bieber is showing fans every side of himself: eager performer, prolific hitmaker, and inveterate Instagram exhibitionist. The surprise album drops and potential hints at future tours are undoubtedly his most significant moves, with music industry insiders pegging Bieber's SWAG era as a comeback that could reshape his legacy for years to come.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.In the last several days, Justin Bieber has delivered one of the music world's fastest back-to-back surprises, releasing his eighth studio album Swag II just two months after July's Swag according to The Hollywood Reporter. Fans were whipped into a frenzy by his midnight announcement, but technical glitches delayed the drop for several hours before it finally arrived on streaming platforms early Friday morning. Bieber himself joked about the stress on Instagram, assuring followers ‘It's cominggggg' as the delays mounted. Swag II marks a career milestone—the first time Bieber has released two albums in a single calendar year—signaling a new prolific era after a four-year hiatus and cementing his position at the forefront of pop's unpredictable vanguard.The rolling release has fueled speculation among fans and insiders. FandomWire reports buzz around the possibility that some Swag II tracks might reference Bieber's famously tumultuous relationship with Selena Gomez, following a pattern of rumors that began with last month's Swag. However, as of now, no lyrics have been conclusively linked to Gomez or her partner Benny Blanco, and most sources are treating this as pure speculation. The dominant lyrical themes continue to revolve around Bieber's marriage to Hailey Bieber and his journey through wellness and personal change.On the social front, Bieber has been as unfiltered and unpredictable as ever. TMZ and Mix929 detail how, just this week, he posted a series of viral photos and videos of himself riding a Segway down a wooded road in nothing but white underwear—prompting both amusement and exasperation among fans. Comments from TMZ highlight Bieber's ongoing paradox of craving privacy yet sharing intimate and sometimes outlandish moments. He seems to delight in both serious artistry and playful provocations, giving followers plenty to talk about.Meanwhile, Virgin Radio's midday chat caught the singer at home, crooning songs from his new album in what appeared more like a karaoke session than a formal performance. Hosts commented on his relaxed vibe, playful wardrobe, and the overall impression that Bieber is thriving in his own skin right now—recording, posting photo dumps, and living life on his terms.Business-wise, no game-changing deals or endorsements have emerged for Justin personally in the past few days. However, Hailey Bieber continues making headlines with the Rhode X Sephora launch in New York, securing her own spot in the beauty mogul ranks according to Just Jared and KoiMoi. The couple remains a cultural lightning rod, with their Idaho estate also popping up in celebrity property chatter.In sum, the last few days have defined Justin Bieber's outsized influence across music, social media, and pop culture. With Swag II's surprise release, continued viral moments, and persistent gossip about exes and marriage, Bieber's world remains as captivating and unpredictable as ever.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Welcome to Scatterbrain Podcast Biography Episode 14.This is a short one, just like this man's life.Thanks for listening!(c)2025 Scatterbrain Productions.Always.

Cost of Glory Greece Retreat: https://costofglory.com/retreatPart 3 of 3 of Caesar's Civil War series. From triumph to near-disaster. Caesar's Egyptian entanglement transforms him from a glorious victor to a desperate challenger. In this episode:Pompey's assassination in Egypt and Caesar's unexpected grief over his former ally's deathCleopatra's legendary entrance in a bed-sack and her political seduction of CaesarThe brutal urban warfare trapping Caesar in the palace quarter for six monthsThe burning of the Great Library during the harbor battles—400,000 volumes lostCaesar's desperate swim to safety while clutching precious documents above waterYoung King Ptolemy XIII's tragic fate and the consolidation of Cleopatra's powerThe lightning campaign against Pharnaces in Asia—"Veni, Vidi, Vici"The veterans' mutiny outside Rome and Caesar's masterful psychological manipulationCato's final stand in Africa and his defiant suicideThe decisive Battle of Thapsus and the strategic genius of fighting on narrow groundThe massacre of surrendering enemies as Caesar's clemency finally failsAs Caesar recounts, the Republic's future dictator came very close to destruction in the palaces and canals of Alexandria. While Rome descended into chaos under Mark Antony's drunken rule, Caesar fought for his life against war elephants and Numidian cavalry, transformed by his liaison with the living goddess Cleopatra. The man who emerged from Egypt was no longer merely a Roman general, he had consorted with divinity and fathered the son of a pharaoh. As Cicero wrote in frantic letters to Atticus: "Where am I to look for solace?" The final campaign that would cement Caesar's supremacy began with the most dangerous gamble of his career.Works Cited: (Affiliate links - support the show!)Gareth Sampson, The Battle of Pharsalus Matthias Gelzer, Caesar: Politician and Statesman James Froude, Caesar: A Sketch, Raaflaub (ed.) Landmark Caesar Thanks to our sponsor, Ai Labs. Visit austinlab.ai to chat with a team member about custom Agentic AI power solutions for your SMB to Enterprise level business.  Powered by Shokworks.Also Thanks Dr. Richard Johnson, the Crassus to this Caesar series!

Send us a textHave you ever felt like getting your students to really use the target language with each other is the hardest thing? You want them to share ideas, agree or disagree, and ask questions. But when the moment comes, silence takes over—or worse, they switch to English.In this episode, I sit down with my friend and incredible Spanish teacher, Chelsea Lawrence, to talk about a game-changing strategy: Silent Discussions.✨ What you'll learn in this episode:What Silent Discussions are and how to set them up step by step.Why this strategy works so well to lower stress and build success in interpersonal communication.Real classroom examples—from connecting the Panama Canal to a local tunnel, to jigsaw activities with biographies and even telescopes.Practical scaffolds to support your students: graphic organizers, sentence starters, question stems, and even a “How do you say…?” board.What to do after the Silent Discussion to extend the learning with gallery walks, reflections, or presentational tasks.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee was a much loved and adored Prime Minister. As a politician who was also a poet and a great orator, he is often seen as a moderate or even liberal leader. But his legacy is more complicated than meets the eye. He often straddled uncomfortably between secular India and its sectarian polity. Today, Vajpayee's biographer Abhishek Choudhary joins us on Puliyabaazi to discuss the many facets of his life and his politics.अटल बिहारी वाजपेयी एक लोकप्रिय राजनेता होने के साथ-साथ एक कवि और बेहतरीन वक्ता भी थे, और उन्हें अक्सर एक उदारवादी प्रधानमंत्री के रूप में देखा जाता है। लेकिन उनकी विरासत जितनी दिखती है, उससे कहीं ज़्यादा जटिल है। वे अक्सर धर्मनिरपेक्ष भारत और उसकी संकीर्ण राजनीति के बीच असहजता से जूझते रहे। आज, पुलियाबाज़ी में हमारे साथ जुड़ रहे हैं वाजपेयी के जीवनीकार अभिषेक चौधरी जिन्होंने उनके जीवन और उनकी राजनीति का बारीकी से अध्यन किया है। तो आइये, आप भी शामिल हो जाइये इस ज़बरदस्त चर्चा में।We discuss:* The Legacy of Vajpayee* Approach for the Biography* Researching for the book* The Confusing 80s* Evolution or Doublespeak?* Prime Ministership* Parallels between Vajpayee and Modi* Policies during Vajpayee years* Personal LifeAlso, please note that Puliyabaazi is now available on Youtube with video.Related Links:Book1: Vajpayee: The Ascent of the Hindu Right, 1924–1977Book2: Believer's Dilemma: Vajpayee and the Hindu Right's Path to Power, 1977–2018If you have enjoyed this podcast, please help is spread the word. Share it with others!Related Episodes:राजनैतिक ध्रुवीकरण। The Politics of Polarisation ft. Gaurav Soodविकसित भारत के लिए टॉप10 उपाय। 10-Point Road Map for a Developed IndiaPuliyabaazi Playlist:If you have any questions for the guest or feedback for us, please comment here or write to us at puliyabaazi@gmail.com. If you like our work, please subscribe and share this Puliyabaazi with your friends, family and colleagues.Website: https://puliyabaazi.inGuest:@chacchachoudhryHosts: @saurabhchandra @pranaykotas @thescribblebeeTwitter: @puliyabaaziInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/puliyabaazi/Subscribe & listen to the podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Castbox, AudioBoom, YouTube, Spotify or any other podcast app. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.puliyabaazi.in

Averill Earls is an associate professor in history at St. Olaf's College and her research focuses on sexuality and modern Ireland. Her writing has appeared in the Journal of the History of Sexuality, Historical Reflections (in the top-visited issue of the journal to date), Perspectives Magazine, Nursing Clio, and Notches Blog. In 2021 she was awarded the Judith R. Walkowitz Article Prize for her 2020 article, "Solicitor Brown and His Boy." Prof. Earls is also one of the four feminist historians and award-winning podcasters who founded Dig: A History Podcast in 2017. Love in the Lav: A Social Biography of Same-Sex Desire in Ireland, 1922-1972 (Temple UP, 2025) tells the unexpected, sometimes heartbreaking, stories of Dublin's men who desired men and the Gardaí who policed them. The book uncovers Ireland's queer lives of the past. Averill Earls investigates how same-sex-desiring men lived and loved in a country where their sexuality was illegal and seen as unnatural. Across seven social biographical chapters, each highlighting individuals at the nexus of these histories, Earls constructs a narrative of experiences through the larger contexts in which they are embedded. She uses courtroom testimonies, police records, and family history archives as well as “educated speculation” to show how structures governing male same-sex desire in Ireland played out on the bodies of the men who desired men, the teen boys who sold sex to men, and the way the Catholic-nationalist ethos shaped the Gardaí who policed them. Love in the Lav examines the experiences of people such as cabbie James Hand, who was put on trial for gross indecency, to provide a window into the queer working-class subculture of 1930s Dublin. Earls also focuses on issues of consent, especially with teens, and the unregulated queer Irish world of public figures, including Micheál Mac Liammóir, Hilton Edwards, Ronald Brown, and John Broderick. By examining twentieth-century Ireland through the lived experiences of ordinary same-sex-desiring Irish men who were relegated to obscurity by Irish society, Earls reveals the contradictions, possibilities, and magnitude of postcolonial Irish Catholic nationalism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Averill Earls is an associate professor in history at St. Olaf's College and her research focuses on sexuality and modern Ireland. Her writing has appeared in the Journal of the History of Sexuality, Historical Reflections (in the top-visited issue of the journal to date), Perspectives Magazine, Nursing Clio, and Notches Blog. In 2021 she was awarded the Judith R. Walkowitz Article Prize for her 2020 article, "Solicitor Brown and His Boy." Prof. Earls is also one of the four feminist historians and award-winning podcasters who founded Dig: A History Podcast in 2017. Love in the Lav: A Social Biography of Same-Sex Desire in Ireland, 1922-1972 (Temple UP, 2025) tells the unexpected, sometimes heartbreaking, stories of Dublin's men who desired men and the Gardaí who policed them. The book uncovers Ireland's queer lives of the past. Averill Earls investigates how same-sex-desiring men lived and loved in a country where their sexuality was illegal and seen as unnatural. Across seven social biographical chapters, each highlighting individuals at the nexus of these histories, Earls constructs a narrative of experiences through the larger contexts in which they are embedded. She uses courtroom testimonies, police records, and family history archives as well as “educated speculation” to show how structures governing male same-sex desire in Ireland played out on the bodies of the men who desired men, the teen boys who sold sex to men, and the way the Catholic-nationalist ethos shaped the Gardaí who policed them. Love in the Lav examines the experiences of people such as cabbie James Hand, who was put on trial for gross indecency, to provide a window into the queer working-class subculture of 1930s Dublin. Earls also focuses on issues of consent, especially with teens, and the unregulated queer Irish world of public figures, including Micheál Mac Liammóir, Hilton Edwards, Ronald Brown, and John Broderick. By examining twentieth-century Ireland through the lived experiences of ordinary same-sex-desiring Irish men who were relegated to obscurity by Irish society, Earls reveals the contradictions, possibilities, and magnitude of postcolonial Irish Catholic nationalism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Today's episode is a fantastic chat I had with my friend Eric Senich, who has been on the show previously, back in October of last year. As well as being an outstanding podcaster and rock historian, Eric also spent a large part of his early career as a DJ, so I thought it would be interesting to talk to him about the nature of the industry and how and why freeform DJ's like Jim Ladd were such an important part of the culture and development of rock n roll music. We wander off into some really interesting areas in this chat and I'm really looking forward to sharing this one with you so sit back, relax, and enjoy my conversation with Eric Senich!Check out Eric's website here, where you can find links to all the episodes of his brilliant podcast, Booked on Rock : https://www.bookedonrock.comNOTE: There is some profanity during my conversation with Eric.The song and video at the end of this episode are used by very kind permission by former guest Tommy Edwin. Please visit his website here: https://www.tommyedwinmusic.com and check out his excellent song, Radio On here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pq4tqYi_rpgDon't forget to follow me on social media, like, subscribe, and please, leave a rating if you like the show.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetompettyprojectTwitter: https://twitter.com/TomPettyProjectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetompettyprojectYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetompettyprojectThe theme song is provided by my very best friend Randy Woods. Check him out at https://www.randywoodsband.comThe Tom Petty Project is not affiliated with the Tom Petty estate in any way and when you're looking for Tom's music, please visit the official YouTube channel first and go to tompetty.com for official merchandise.A last very special thanks to Paul Zollo. Without his book, "Conversations with Tom Petty", this podcast wouldn't be nearly as much fun to research. And further thanks to Warren Zanes for his outstanding book "Petty, the Biography".Producer: Kevin BrownExecutive Producer: Paul RobertsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-tom-petty-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Averill Earls is an associate professor in history at St. Olaf's College and her research focuses on sexuality and modern Ireland. Her writing has appeared in the Journal of the History of Sexuality, Historical Reflections (in the top-visited issue of the journal to date), Perspectives Magazine, Nursing Clio, and Notches Blog. In 2021 she was awarded the Judith R. Walkowitz Article Prize for her 2020 article, "Solicitor Brown and His Boy." Prof. Earls is also one of the four feminist historians and award-winning podcasters who founded Dig: A History Podcast in 2017. Love in the Lav: A Social Biography of Same-Sex Desire in Ireland, 1922-1972 (Temple UP, 2025) tells the unexpected, sometimes heartbreaking, stories of Dublin's men who desired men and the Gardaí who policed them. The book uncovers Ireland's queer lives of the past. Averill Earls investigates how same-sex-desiring men lived and loved in a country where their sexuality was illegal and seen as unnatural. Across seven social biographical chapters, each highlighting individuals at the nexus of these histories, Earls constructs a narrative of experiences through the larger contexts in which they are embedded. She uses courtroom testimonies, police records, and family history archives as well as “educated speculation” to show how structures governing male same-sex desire in Ireland played out on the bodies of the men who desired men, the teen boys who sold sex to men, and the way the Catholic-nationalist ethos shaped the Gardaí who policed them. Love in the Lav examines the experiences of people such as cabbie James Hand, who was put on trial for gross indecency, to provide a window into the queer working-class subculture of 1930s Dublin. Earls also focuses on issues of consent, especially with teens, and the unregulated queer Irish world of public figures, including Micheál Mac Liammóir, Hilton Edwards, Ronald Brown, and John Broderick. By examining twentieth-century Ireland through the lived experiences of ordinary same-sex-desiring Irish men who were relegated to obscurity by Irish society, Earls reveals the contradictions, possibilities, and magnitude of postcolonial Irish Catholic nationalism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Bieber has made headlines yet again with the surprise release of his new album SWAG II, which dropped at midnight on September 5, 2025. This release comes just two months after his seventh studio album SWAG arrived in July, marking his most prolific period since his 2021 project Justice. SWAG II is not a typical sequel; it's a sprawling, 44-track reissue packed with 23 bonus songs, instantly capturing attention both for its size and its blend of styles from trap to R&B and even spiritual reflection. Major outlets like Good Morning America and Elle have spotlighted the album's midnight release, while music sites note that Bieber teased its arrival with a series of Instagram posts and dramatic billboards lighting up places like Times Square and even Iceland, where much of the album was reportedly recorded.Critically, SWAG and SWAG II have reasserted Bieber's pop dominance after his brief hiatus and the blockbuster sale of his music catalog in 2023. SWAG debuted at number two on the Billboard 200, hitting nearly 200 million streams out of the gate. The lead single Daisies also arrived strong at number two on the Hot 100 and became his 27th top ten single in the US, tying him with legends like Janet Jackson. Notably, the new tracks make direct references to his family life, with Mother in You being his first song to explicitly mention his son Jack, born in August 2024. Lines about Jack and wife Hailey in songs like this have drawn fan and media attention, especially as divorce rumors have circled the couple. Bieber seems to tackle these tabloid narratives head-on with heartfelt lyrics that emphasize stability and devotion.On the public appearance front, both Justin and Hailey Bieber skipped the high-profile MTV VMAs this week, despite his Best Pop Artist nomination, instead opting to celebrate the album's release privately in New York with family. Paparazzi last spotted them together with baby Jack shortly after SWAG II's debut, and Elle reports they shared new family photos on social media, fueling the wholesome narrative.Beyond music, Bieber is publicly supporting Hailey's business as Rhode, her skincare and makeup line, launches in Sephora stores across North America. He posted about Rhode's expansion using lyrics from his new music, underscoring the crossover between his family, business, and creative life. Hailey meanwhile continues to speak openly about motherhood's impact, recently telling Vogue that Jack is her priority.No interviews have been given yet about the new albums, and speculation swirls online about a possible accompanying tour, but so far, all Bieber's statements remain strictly about music and family, as reflected in his social media and recent public outings. In short, Bieber's SWAG II era is as much about creative output as it is about family—an unmistakable shift for the pop superstar as he moves into a new chapter under a brighter, more personal spotlight.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Bieber has dominated headlines over the past several days with the release of his sprawling new album SWAG II which dropped just after midnight on September 5th following a blitz of Instagram teasers and international billboard campaigns as reported by ABC News and Good Morning America. The album's rollout was not without drama—Virgin Radio recounted how technical hiccups delayed the album on streaming platforms by several hours, with Bieber himself posting repeatedly and humorously venting his impatience alongside fans. Ultimately, it landed with 44 tracks, a bold move in today's streaming era, and the project is already making waves for its eclectic mix of trap, R and B, spiritual pop, and bold collaborations. Justin's drive to push genre boundaries sees him bring together artists like Marvin Winans and Sexyy Red and the album has been described as an effort to cement Bieber's reputation not just as a streaming giant but as an artist deeply attuned to the evolving landscape of modern pop according to StupidDope.SWAG II's content is drawing attention for its personal touches as well. Elle Magazine highlights new photos Justin posted with his one-year-old son Jack, marking a more public embrace of his fatherhood era. The song Mother in You is receiving coverage as the first time he's explicitly referenced his son in music, touching on how fatherhood and his bond with Hailey have reframed his perspective. This more vulnerable Justin appears to be resonating with fans, especially in light of newly shared candid images of family life posted across his and Hailey's Instagram stories.Meanwhile, the business side of the Bieber brand is buzzing thanks to Hailey Bieber's beauty brand Rhode being sold for a staggering one billion dollars to e.l.f. Beauty, as covered by AOL and The Hollywood Reporter. Hailey's resulting net worth has reportedly exceeded Justin's own estimated two hundred million, fueling a fresh wave of social media chatter and playful headlines about pop's new power couple dynamic. Hailey remains involved as chief creative officer and the family's financial standing seems more robust than ever.Bieber made a recent public appearance at The League event in Los Angeles on August 28, keeping a relatively low profile outside of his album and family news. Finally, while a widely circulated social media hoax wrongly claimed his death, reputable sources universally confirm he is alive and actively promoting his latest work. All in all, this week reflects a sustained period of creative output, personal openness, and brand expansion for Justin Bieber—stories that seem poised to shape his narrative for years to come.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Averill Earls is an associate professor in history at St. Olaf's College and her research focuses on sexuality and modern Ireland. Her writing has appeared in the Journal of the History of Sexuality, Historical Reflections (in the top-visited issue of the journal to date), Perspectives Magazine, Nursing Clio, and Notches Blog. In 2021 she was awarded the Judith R. Walkowitz Article Prize for her 2020 article, "Solicitor Brown and His Boy." Prof. Earls is also one of the four feminist historians and award-winning podcasters who founded Dig: A History Podcast in 2017. Love in the Lav: A Social Biography of Same-Sex Desire in Ireland, 1922-1972 (Temple UP, 2025) tells the unexpected, sometimes heartbreaking, stories of Dublin's men who desired men and the Gardaí who policed them. The book uncovers Ireland's queer lives of the past. Averill Earls investigates how same-sex-desiring men lived and loved in a country where their sexuality was illegal and seen as unnatural. Across seven social biographical chapters, each highlighting individuals at the nexus of these histories, Earls constructs a narrative of experiences through the larger contexts in which they are embedded. She uses courtroom testimonies, police records, and family history archives as well as “educated speculation” to show how structures governing male same-sex desire in Ireland played out on the bodies of the men who desired men, the teen boys who sold sex to men, and the way the Catholic-nationalist ethos shaped the Gardaí who policed them. Love in the Lav examines the experiences of people such as cabbie James Hand, who was put on trial for gross indecency, to provide a window into the queer working-class subculture of 1930s Dublin. Earls also focuses on issues of consent, especially with teens, and the unregulated queer Irish world of public figures, including Micheál Mac Liammóir, Hilton Edwards, Ronald Brown, and John Broderick. By examining twentieth-century Ireland through the lived experiences of ordinary same-sex-desiring Irish men who were relegated to obscurity by Irish society, Earls reveals the contradictions, possibilities, and magnitude of postcolonial Irish Catholic nationalism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Averill Earls is an associate professor in history at St. Olaf's College and her research focuses on sexuality and modern Ireland. Her writing has appeared in the Journal of the History of Sexuality, Historical Reflections (in the top-visited issue of the journal to date), Perspectives Magazine, Nursing Clio, and Notches Blog. In 2021 she was awarded the Judith R. Walkowitz Article Prize for her 2020 article, "Solicitor Brown and His Boy." Prof. Earls is also one of the four feminist historians and award-winning podcasters who founded Dig: A History Podcast in 2017. Love in the Lav: A Social Biography of Same-Sex Desire in Ireland, 1922-1972 (Temple UP, 2025) tells the unexpected, sometimes heartbreaking, stories of Dublin's men who desired men and the Gardaí who policed them. The book uncovers Ireland's queer lives of the past. Averill Earls investigates how same-sex-desiring men lived and loved in a country where their sexuality was illegal and seen as unnatural. Across seven social biographical chapters, each highlighting individuals at the nexus of these histories, Earls constructs a narrative of experiences through the larger contexts in which they are embedded. She uses courtroom testimonies, police records, and family history archives as well as “educated speculation” to show how structures governing male same-sex desire in Ireland played out on the bodies of the men who desired men, the teen boys who sold sex to men, and the way the Catholic-nationalist ethos shaped the Gardaí who policed them. Love in the Lav examines the experiences of people such as cabbie James Hand, who was put on trial for gross indecency, to provide a window into the queer working-class subculture of 1930s Dublin. Earls also focuses on issues of consent, especially with teens, and the unregulated queer Irish world of public figures, including Micheál Mac Liammóir, Hilton Edwards, Ronald Brown, and John Broderick. By examining twentieth-century Ireland through the lived experiences of ordinary same-sex-desiring Irish men who were relegated to obscurity by Irish society, Earls reveals the contradictions, possibilities, and magnitude of postcolonial Irish Catholic nationalism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In tonight's soothing sleep hypnosis with Jessica, we're diving into the life and time's of one of the worlds' greatest poets and writers - William Shakespeare. This episode is designed to help you drift off to sleep, all whilst learning about what made William, "The Bard Of Avon". As always, tonight's episode will start with a relaxing introduction from Jessica, before we sink into tonight's Sleep Hypnosis. Want more Sleep Magic? Join Sleep Magic Premium ✨ Enjoy 2 bonus episodes a month plus all episodes ad-free, access to Jessica's complete back catalog of over 60 episodes, and show your support to Jessica.  To Subscribe 

Most people know that Amelia Earhart was a famous aviator, the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean and famously disappeared on an attempt to fly around the world.  In today's podcast we talk a bit more about her life, how she got into aviation, and how she got her big break as the first woman to fly across the Atlantic.  Come take a listen and find out a bit more about a Kansas legend.

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Mr. Beast Biography Flash a weekly Biography.You will not believe the stretch of days Mr. Beast just had. On September 7th at the MTV Video Music Awards, Jimmy Donaldson—aka Mr. Beast—made waves with a rare red carpet appearance alongside his fiancée, Thea Booysen. According to Parade, the couple stole the spotlight at UBS Arena in New York, where Jimmy presented the first award of the night. Booysen, a neuropsychologist and esports caster, dazzled in a rhinestone and pearl-studded mini dress and showed off her engagement ring for the paparazzi. The two have kept their relationship mostly private, but moments like this—coming off the Los Angeles premiere of Mr. Beast's Beast Games series—are guaranteed to keep their fans buzzing until the next reveal.On the business front, seismic news just dropped about Mr. Beast aiming at the phone industry. Business Insider and Fortune both confirm he's planning a 2026 launch for his own Mr. Beast-branded mobile service, modeled after the MVNO (mobile virtual network operator) playbook. The investor leak says Beast Industries is pushing hard for diversification; they're already running Feastables chocolate bars, the Lunchly meal kit collab with Logan Paul and KSI, Mr. Beast Burger ghost kitchens, and even considering moves into fintech and mobile gaming. If Jimmy's fan base converts—just a fraction of those 431 million YouTube subscribers—he could end up with a phone empire rivaling Ryan Reynolds' Mint Mobile success. The “Beast phone” isn't set in stone yet, and there's speculation about which carrier will become his partner, but there's no question this is a strategic leap destined for biographical significance.Meanwhile, social media went wild over the September 5 announcement that Mr. Beast had “bought” the NFL—or so the new viral video and campaign would have you believe. YouTube, Mr. Beast, and the NFL launched the “What if MrBeast Bought the NFL?” campaign to hype the exclusive first-ever live NFL game streamed on YouTube. For the spectacle, Mr. Beast packed NFL teams with YouTubers like Dude Perfect, Valkyrae, IShowSpeed, and others, whose combined 695 million subscribers made the cross-content blitz impossible to ignore. YouTube's official channels, as well as outlets like Quasa.io, highlighted how this collaboration represents a shift in sports media by infusing mainstream sports with meme and creator culture. The actual broadcast, which streamed the Chargers vs. Chiefs game from São Paulo for free, featured creator-led “Watch With” parties, putting influencers at the heart of a global sporting event.On socials, Mr. Beast's personal accounts and those of the NFL, YouTube, and participating creators have been pushing behind-the-scenes moments, inflating the crossover campaign's reach into the stratosphere. As of today, there's no confirmed talk regarding wedding dates, but rumor—sparked by red carpet whispers and fan speculation—has it that a mega-event could be in the works, so keep your eyes glued for any update.That's your flash on every can't-miss update from the world of Mr. Beast. Thanks for listening to Mr. Beast Biography Flash. Make sure you subscribe to never miss an update, and don't forget to search Biography Flash for more great biographies.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBv

Dolly Parton BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Dolly Parton has had a vibrant week full of significant moves that will resonate throughout her ever-expanding legacy. The biggest headline is her new duet with Zac Brown Band, “Butterfly,” which dropped on September 5 alongside a “deeply moving” official music video and immediately set country music circles abuzz. Zac Brown, speaking about the collaboration, said recording with Dolly was a lifelong dream—her interpretation brought “so much heart and soul” to this heartfelt track written as a tribute to his kids. Fans have called them an “iconic duo,” flooding social media with admiration for their chemistry and hoping for a possible live performance this December, since both Dolly and Zac will be in Las Vegas for their own high-profile residencies. The new song is part of Zac Brown Band's upcoming album “Love & Fear,” arriving December 5, with the band launching an immersive series of concerts at Sphere in Las Vegas the very same day, already stirring conversations in entertainment media and fans alike. Beyond music, Dolly continues to innovate on the business front. Tell Media reports she has disrupted the weight loss industry with a new venture touted for its quick results and her personal passion for helping those who struggle with health and body image. While the specific medical details are still under wraps, her public statements have already ruffled industry feathers and put her in the headlines as a pioneering businesswoman willing to take risks—though more specifics and third-party validations are still pending, so this is one for the “developing story” file.Not to be outdone on the philanthropic side, Dolly's Imagination Library remains as active as ever, expanding into Shasta County, California this week, bringing her signature literacy program to more families. The rollout was marked by local events and lots of regional press, reinforcing her deep and ongoing cultural impact well beyond entertainment.Earlier in the week, Dolly confirmed via multiple outlets that while she is retired from traditional touring, she is hardly leaving the stage. Starting in 2025, she will launch “Threads: My Songs in Symphony,” an innovative multimedia symphonic storytelling experience in partnership with Schirmer Theatrical and Sony Music Publishing. The tour's kickoff with the Nashville Symphony this March promises to introduce her classic hits and life stories to whole new audiences, all orchestrated in lush, inventive new arrangements.Lastly, Dolly's status as a business and entertainment powerhouse is cemented by CEOWorld Magazine's updated global ranking, which lists her as one of the world's ten richest female singers, with a net worth of $650 million, driven by successful ventures like Dollywood, a massive song catalog, and constant reinvention. No whispers of scandal, just a week of headlines that show Dolly Parton remains as dynamic and relevant as ever.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Andrew Humberman BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Andrew Huberman has found himself not just at the center of science headlines this week but again as a lightning rod for both adulation and scrutiny. After weeks of radio silence following Kerry Howleys intense New York Magazine exposé on his personal and professional life, reports from OIV on September 5 signal he has finally broken his silence, although he has thus far sidestepped any direct public statement in his own media channels. The exposé in question sparked a flurry of speculation online about topics ranging from his Stanford affiliations to allegations about his relationships and disclosure practices, but as of now, most reputable sources confirm he has not issued a formal response beyond continuing his regular work.Turning to his public output and business activity, Huberman has barely missed a beat. On September 8, he hosted Stanford genomics pioneer Dr Michael Snyder for a new Huberman Lab podcast episode, steering the conversation to cutting-edge ways to personalize metabolic health and longevity interventions. Just four days prior, he released an Essentials segment with Dr Alia Crum, delving into the science of mindsets and how belief systems fundamentally shape health outcomes. The podcast itself remains wildly successful, frequently topping health charts globally, and his email-based Neural Network Newsletter now claims over one million subscribers according to the Huberman Lab. Recent issues have continued to offer practical protocols for better sleep and mental performance, with user reactions overwhelmingly positive.In terms of social media activity, the world has not seen a return to the frequent Instagram stories or Twitter threads that made Huberman a staple in the wellness meme-verse—likely a deliberate choice as the media storm swirls. Andrew Huberman has nonetheless maintained visibility through viral clips, with The Nine Club podcast and others circulating a recent segment where he discussed the fastest evidence-backed way to lose fat, picking up steam on YouTube Shorts and TikTok. Two major Indian news outlets, the Times of India and Times Now News, amplified his physiological sigh technique for immediate stress reduction, framing it as not just science but essential mental health hygiene.Mens Journal picked up another resonant Huberman theme, quoting his warning that a late-night drink may actually spike stress and anxiety instead of taking the edge off—this contrarian soundbite is making the rounds on wellness influencer feeds. Despite—or perhaps because of—the ongoing public fascination with both his research and personal life, Andrew Huberman remains at the forefront of neuroscience conversation, combining academic rigor with pop-culture magnetism, and in recent days, both his silence and his voice have become newsworthy.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Dr. Lance Richey on a new Lawrence Welk biography, Tom Isern on Clell Gannon, experts on beef prices, and Alaska's walrus hunters adapting to climate change.

Former journalist Nancy Hastings, the daughter of missionary parents, is the author of “Mission Possible.” Nancy's 30 plus years of experience as a journalist and freelancer gives her the ability to make her characters shine. Nancy lives and works out of her home base of Lexington, IN and spends her summers hiking and camping with her husband, three children and two grandchildren.https://nlhastingsauthor.comhttps://www.amazon.com/Mission-Possible-Nancy-Hastings/dp/B0BSRHCJSSSign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I'm reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @katcaldwell_writing

Sam and Hank discuss Gregory of Nyssa's "On Not Three Gods". We mention Gregory of Nyssa, Basil the Great, Thomas Jefferson, Constantine, Ablabius, Peter, James, John, Zeus, Hera, Athena, John the Baptist, Lazarus, Judas, Pontius Pilate, Caiaphas, Origen, Athanasius, Hillary, Trip, Theodosius, Paul and more. Gregory of Nyssa's "Life of Moses" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YmcS-f9CjA&t=5sGregory of Nyssa's "Human Image of God" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8KYHPgsSJM&t=255s0:00:00 - Intro and Midwestuary Recap00:02:18 - Gregory of Nyssa's Biography and Context00:07:33 - The Defense of the Trinity00:17:59 - Gregory's Arguments for One God00:42:03 - Objections and Unanswered Questions00:52:52 - Conclusion and Future Episodes

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Bieber's name has been front and center these past few days, grabbing major headlines and fueling fan speculation. The biggest news is his surprise release of “SWAG II,” a mammoth new album unveiled just after midnight on Friday—though not without drama. According to ABC News and Good Morning America, Bieber stoked anticipation with a blitz of Instagram posts, billboards in Times Square and Atlanta, and viral teasers from Iceland, where much of this record was laid down. The album itself is a staggering effort, ranging anywhere from 23 to 44 new tracks depending on streaming platform interpretations, and features collaborations with Tems, Lil B, Bakar, Hurricane Chris, Eddie Benjamin, and even Marvin Winans and Sexyy Red. Media outlets like stupidDOPE and Y101 have been quick to point out that *SWAG II* is less about radio singles and more a streaming ecosystem, aiming squarely at today's playlist culture.The drop did not go completely smoothly. Virgin Radio hosts recounted how Bieber's own social media posts frantically documented his frustration as the album failed to show up at the promised time, with Bieber posting, refreshing, and even blaming upload delays on his own team rather than the streaming services. Ultimately, fans got the album—just hours late.The response online has been pure Bieber: huge streaming numbers, heated discussions about his evolving style, and a fresh wave of attention on his personal life. People magazine and Economic Times have highlighted Bieber's social media support for his wife, Hailey Bieber, whose Rhode skincare launch at Sephora brought the couple into joint spotlight. Bieber not only shared Rhode news with playful references to his song “Go Baby” but also dedicated tracks and heartfelt captions in support of Hailey's brand, underlining that his home life is as public as his musical career right now.Outside the studio and social feeds, public appearances around New York have sparked speculation and concern among fans. According to The Hollywood Gossip and IMDb, some fans have voiced worries about Bieber's physical appearance, and photos from these outings have launched a wave of commentary online—though there's no verified medical news or official statements to back up the chatter. Sites like SuperFriend acknowledge the rumor mills but confirm nothing substantial, leaving the conversation squarely in the realm of fan gossip for now.All of this is unfolding amidst Bieber's ongoing business ventures. Forbes and The Star Worths have reported that his real estate portfolio—luxury estates in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills—remains steady, and NetEase Cloud Music ranks him as its most-streamed Western artist, reflecting his sustained commercial clout. For now, the combination of album release spectacle, candid Instagram moments, viral family support, and public scrutiny make this one of the more biographically significant periods in Bieber's recent history. The headlines say it all: Bieber is pushing boundaries, keeping fans guessing, and staying firmly in the center of pop culture conversation.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Bieber has dominated headlines and social media in recent days with the surprise release of his massive new album Swag II. According to ABC News and Good Morning America, Bieber dropped Swag II just after midnight on Friday, teasing fans across multiple Instagram posts. The album's pink cover has been splashed across billboards in Times Square, Atlanta, and even Iceland, where Bieber reportedly spent time recording at Floki Studios earlier this year. Swag II follows his July release Swag, which spawned viral hits like Daisies and Yukon, and marked Bieber's strongest streaming debut to date. CNN notes that Swag was named the song of the summer by The Atlantic, defining the mood of 2025 with its laid-back pop energy and high-profile collaborations. Bieber is clearly in a prolific creative phase, putting out over forty songs in just two months.Swag II ups the ante, delivering 44 tracks that range from trap and R and B to gospel and spiritual reflection, with collaborators as diverse as Marvin Winans and Sexyy Red as reported by StupidDope. This sprawling project has been described as both a playlist-worthy ecosystem and a strategic move for streaming dominance. Industry analysts point to Bieber's willingness to blur genre lines and stretch his sound as a key factor in maintaining his cultural relevance and broad appeal. On release night, Canadian radio hosts and social media users alike chimed in about technical delays, with Bieber himself posting numerous updates and jokes about the album being late to streaming platforms. Fans seemed equally amused and frustrated until Swag II finally dropped about three hours behind schedule. Virgin Radio recounted Bieber quoting his own paparazzi video and commiserating with listeners, demonstrating that he's still deeply engaged with his fanbase.Bieber's business activities have also made waves recently, with Spreaker reporting on his ever-expanding fashion brand SKYLRK. Since launching in July, SKYLRK has begun branching out beyond apparel with hints at futuristic furniture designs. On the personal front, Bieber and wife Hailey welcomed their son Jack Blues last August according to CNN, one of the few glimpses he has shared into his private life during a period marked by intense professional output. Gossip columns buzzed this week after a fan posted photos of Justin surprising a bride at a wedding in Los Angeles, proving he's still capable of creating viral moments outside the studio. While unconfirmed rumors swirled about Bieber making last-minute changes to Swag II before release, the overall consensus is that he's operating at a level of ambition and productivity not seen since his early career. With Swag II poised to drive playlist placements and social chatter, and a scheduled fan event in Anaheim later this month, it is clear that Justin Bieber has no intention of stepping back from the limelight anytime soon.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Cristiano Ronaldo BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Cristiano Ronaldo has launched into September 2025 making headlines yet again both on and off the pitch. At forty years old, Ronaldo's quest for an unprecedented sixth World Cup appearance couldn't have started better—he scored twice in Portugal's resounding five-nil away victory over Armenia in their first 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. With those two goals, he extended his world record as the top men's international scorer to 140, and one of them—a thunderbolt from nearly 25 yards—sent social media buzzing with highlights and praise. The Associated Press and ESPN both note that his enduring motivation and drive is setting benchmarks rarely matched in the sport, with football commentators emphasizing the significance of this campaign likely being Ronaldo's last shot at the one major trophy that still eludes him, as Lionel Messi famously lifted the World Cup in 2022.His performance in Armenia received the usual avalanche of online support. Ronaldo shared jubilant photos and a three-word victorious message on Instagram and X, triggering global fan reactions and a notable comment from former Brazilian midfielder Jose Neto, who declared Ronaldo the greatest of all time. Portuguese manager Roberto Martinez heaped praise for Ronaldo's leadership and the team's “exemplary attitude,” hailing the start as nearly perfect. Behind the scenes, Ronaldo also paid a subtle tribute to his late friend Diogo Jota following one of his goals, a gesture that resonated widely with fans online.Away from football, Ronaldo continues to expand his business and media profile. Earlier in the week, he starred in a high-profile tourism campaign for “Saudi, Welcome to Arabia,” featured front and center in a sweeping film designed to highlight Saudi Arabia's expanding global ambitions. The campaign launched across Asia and Europe, with Ronaldo taking viewers through a montage of high-stakes sports and cultural scenes in the kingdom. This multimedia rollout underscores both his brand power and ongoing integration into Saudi sporting and lifestyle ventures.Not all the attention was strictly positive. A viral moment surfaced when Ronaldo appeared to shove a fan who got too close in Yerevan, caught on phone cameras and widely circulated, sparking debate online but quickly overshadowed by his record-breaking performance. Adding to the intrigue, Ronaldo dropped a cryptic social post about his future, fueling speculation but offering no confirmed news regarding any major change in plans—just typical Ronaldo mystique.As the world watches his every move, the major sports outlets agree: Cristiano's relentless pursuit of records at 40 keeps him at the heart of global football conversation, while his business and brand ventures just keep growing. Next up is Portugal's crucial qualifier against Hungary, where the story continues—could another record await?Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Shakira BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Shakira has been a whirlwind of activity these past few days, dominating headlines and social feeds with both professional highs and personal intrigue. Most notably, she was slated to perform at Washington DC's Nationals Park as part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour and to kick off WorldPride DC 2025, but the concert was canceled last-minute due to complications stemming from structural issues at her previous Boston show. Nationals Park announced that her full tour production simply could not be transported to DC on time, leaving thousands of fans disappointed and prompting heartfelt apologies from Shakira herself, who shared her heartbreak on social media while promising to return as soon as possible. Refunds were promptly issued, yet the absence of such a high-profile event made waves across music news—an unfortunate snag in her otherwise triumphant tour, which has been praised for its ambitious setlist, elaborate visuals, and 13 dazzling costume changes, all masterminded by Shakira and a team of 145 people according to USA Today.Despite these setbacks, the star is surging forward: she's confirmed as a headliner for the 2025 Global Citizen Festival in New York's Central Park on September 27, sharing the bill with The Weeknd. The festival, hosted by Hugh Jackman, champions major global causes—protecting the Amazon, scaling renewable energy in Africa, and advancing children's literacy—and Shakira's involvement underlines her ongoing commitment to philanthropy and social impact, bringing her activism to an audience of millions.On the personal front, speculation ran rampant as reports from outlets like as.com suggested Shakira has rekindled her romance with Antonio de la Rúa, the Argentine lawyer and her former partner. Allegedly, the two reconnected through professional collaborations and now share a close bond, even involving Shakira's children in family affairs. While rumors swirl about them cohabiting and a possible public reveal in Argentina, neither has confirmed this publicly, so the story remains in the realm of informed gossip.Shakira's recent performance in Mexico City electrified fans when she invited Mexican singer Belinda onstage for a moving duet of “Día de enero,” marking her record-breaking twelfth show at Estadio GNP Seguros—a new industry standard for female artists in the venue. Social media exploded after Shakira posted images from a beachside promotional shoot in Mexico: her metallic bikini photos drew over a million likes and even praise from Salma Hayek, reinforcing her status as a pop culture phenomenon.Adding to the social chatter, footballer Sergio Ramos teased a possible musical collaboration with Shakira in a recent interview, which would cleverly riff on her past relationship with Gerard Piqué. While that's tongue-in-cheek for now, the playful buzz proves Shakira's knack for staying topical and relevant.Looking ahead, anticipation is building for her scheduled shows in Atlanta and Puebla, Mexico, and even a 2026 world tour teased by fan sites. Business-wise, her net worth remains astronomical, with income streams from music, touring, brand partnerships, and catalog sales, as covered by Forbes and Billboard. Collectively, these developments—headline festival bookings, tour drama, viral moments, and tantalizing romantic rumors—underscore Shakira's enduring biographical significance and her ability to command attention on all fronts, blending artistry, activism, and intrigue with effortless style.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Peso Pluma BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Peso Pluma has been in the headlines for a whirlwind of activity that defines the current chapter of his career. This week's most significant development is his five nominations at the upcoming 2025 Premios Juventud, where he'll be vying against other Latin music powerhouses as announced by the official awards organization and widely reported by outlets like Los40 and Que Onda Magazine. The fact that Peso Pluma is in the top tier for nominations speaks not only to his enduring popularity but to his critical influence in Latin music right now. Anticipation is building for his live performance at the ceremony in Panama City on September 25, marking a major appearance especially since it's the first time the awards will be staged outside the U.S.In the collaborative arena, Peso Pluma is generating buzz for his work with Netón Vega, including their joint hit La Patrulla, which helped land both artists an MTV VMA nomination for Best Latin, a notable debut for Vega but also a fresh accolade for Peso Pluma, as covered in the Los Angeles Times. Their chemistry in the studio has become a talking point among industry insiders. Even more cross-genre news, Dutch DJ Tiësto's new EDM remix of Morena with Peso Pluma and Vega is now official. Tiësto has been playing the track at festival sets to positive crowd reactions, which is a signal that Peso Pluma's reach is vaulting beyond Latin markets and into international dance music circuits.Turning to management and mentoring, Paloma Mami became the first woman and non-Mexican artist signed by Peso Pluma's Double P Management right before releasing her new LP, a move that the Los Angeles Times says is already reshaping her career trajectory and positions Peso Pluma as a tastemaker and influencer behind the scenes. In live performance news, Peso Pluma's surprise onstage duet with Kali Uchis at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles left fans—and Variety—buzzing about their electric rendition of Igual Que Un Ángel during Uchis's sold-out concert. Social media lit up with clips and influencers like Willito commented that this collaboration was a career first for both stars.It's not all positive: reports from IMDb and Rolling Stone confirm that Peso Pluma canceled a string of Latin American concerts in Peru, Paraguay, and Chile earlier this year citing personal reasons. This was set to be his debut at the Viña del Mar festival, and its cancellation disappointed fans. On the charts, TikTok accounts noted this week that for the first time Peso Pluma does not have a single song in the top ranks—a sudden absence that has fans and commentators speculating on whether this is a momentary dip or a lull before the next wave, though no verified statements from Peso Pluma himself have addressed this yet. All told, Peso Pluma is riding a streak of major nominations, strategic collaborations, and bold management moves, while handling some career turbulence and intense fan scrutiny—leaving no doubt that his every move is biographical fuel for the ongoing evolution of one of música mexicana's most watched stars.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Scatterbrain Podcast Biography Episode 13 is about a very famous broadcaster who had a very interesting and paranormal life. Listen and find out who this man was.This is the 13th of 18 biography episodes, and we are nearing the end of our "Biography Series". We hope you have enjoyed these mini "labors of love" episodes.Dan and Ian will have have a new "official" episode published very soon!Thanks for listening, everyone!(c)2025 Scatterbrain Productions.Always.

Justin Timberlake BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Timberlake's past several days have been a blur of headline-making developments straddling career highs, health struggles, legal news, and entrepreneurial ventures. Easily the most significant revelation biographically is Timberlake's public disclosure of battling Lyme disease during his extensive Forget Tomorrow World Tour. On July 31, Timberlake took to Instagram to break his silence, explaining that the illness has been relentlessly debilitating, sometimes causing nerve pain and massive fatigue while on stage. He described grappling with whether to cancel shows but ultimately continued, citing the joy performing brings him. This candid health update not only answered recent criticism about lackluster performances during the tour—reported by both fans and outlets like Collider and Deadline Film and TV—but also marked a rare glimpse into the private struggles behind his relentless work ethic.Putting aside those personal hurdles, Timberlake is poised for a triumphant night at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, where he will receive the iconic Video Vanguard Award on September 7 at UBS Arena. Coverage by Collider highlights this recognition as cementing his influence on pop music videos and performance.However, Timberlake's legal woes remain a front-page story. According to IMDb and Deadline, he is expected to change his plea to guilty in his DWI case, resolving an incident from earlier this year when he was stopped and arrested after leaving a Sag Harbor venue. This resolution comes after an initial not guilty plea on a revised misdemeanor charge, as seen in reports from multiple reputable entertainment news sites. The legal outcome is widely considered to be a significant moment in the star's public and personal life.In terms of business activity, Timberlake continues to diversify. As reported by the Nashville Tennessean, he is co-developing the high-end Bounty Club golf course near Nashville, with the latest land deal finalized this week bringing total acreage for the private course project to nearly 475. The Farm Nashville, affiliated with 8AM Golf—a company Timberlake is a partner in—paid $7.5 million for a new parcel just northwest of the city. Separately, Xfinity Mobile Arena's announcements keep reminding fans of his ongoing tour commitments, and he remains active through various partnerships, including as an investor in Sandbox VR, which is expanding in Germany per a recent press release.Social media has kept his name circulating, notably around 901 Day in Memphis, which local podcast The Memphis Daily News Now claims traces its creation to Timberlake's accidental influence. And for those tracking festival appearances, Rolling Stone and Variety have confirmed he will headline 2025's BottleRock Napa Valley Festival alongside Green Day and Noah Kahan.Together, these events form a narrative of an artist facing tangible personal and professional crossroads. From grappling publicly with a debilitating diagnosis, landing career-defining honors, and settling legal issues, to continuing to invest in business ventures and inspiring spontaneous holidays in his hometown, Justin Timberlake has been impossible to ignore in news cycles and trending topics alike.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Dolly Parton BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Dolly Parton can't seem to slow down even for a moment. The biggest story making headlines is her powerful new duet, Butterfly, with Zac Brown and the Zac Brown Band, released September 5. Critics from MusicTalkers and Parade alike call the ballad a spiritual, cinematic anthem of resilience and hope. The release arrived not only with a beautifully produced track but also a deeply moving music video featuring both artists. According to Zac Brown, the collaboration was a dream come true, and he describes Dolly's vocals as transformative, saying she brought a whole new perspective and “so much heart and soul” to the song. Fans are already flooding social media with praise for the pairing and have made the video a must-watch on YouTube and Instagram in the first forty-eight hours.Butterfly is included in the Zac Brown Band's upcoming album, Love & Fear, due out December 5—the very day they launch their sold-out Las Vegas Sphere residency. Industry watchers are buzzing about a possible live duet during December's Sphere run, although no official announcement has been made. While this is not yet confirmed, the excitement is only amplified by Zac and Dolly's visible camaraderie on social media, with Zac's fiancée Kendra Scott even joining the chorus of enthusiastic fans.If that weren't enough, tomorrow night Dolly's legacy gets honored as the Cleveland Orchestra brings Threads: My Songs in Symphony to the Blossom Music Center. The production, developed by Parton herself with Schirmer Theatrical and Sony Music Publishing, recasts Dolly's signature hits in a grand multimedia symphonic format. Parton will not appear on stage, but she's ‘featured on screen' throughout the evening in what she herself has called one of the most special projects of her career. This innovative celebration threads her life story and musical journey together for audiences nationwide—another sign her iconic catalog is only growing in stature.On the business front, Dolly continues to bat away internet scams using her likeness, specifically those false rumors about her endorsing CBD gummies that have popped up in unsanctioned Facebook ads. In a typically witty Instagram statement this week, Team Dolly clarified she has not endorsed any such product, declaring she's truly “the cake, cookie, and cornbread type.” Instead, she recently expanded her official food line with new Duncan Hines offerings, delighting fans with fresh cornbread and brownie mixes.And just to remind everyone she's always relatable, Dolly told Business Insider in a new interview that her go-to order at Taco Bell remains the classic soft taco—with extra hot sauce, of course.From music milestones to myth-busting on social media, September finds Dolly Parton as both an always-evolving icon and the down-to-earth queen her fans adore.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Andrew Humberman BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Andrew Huberman has been highly visible across major media, social networks, and podcasting in the past week. The biggest headline has centered on his advocacy for a rapid stress reduction technique called the "physiological sigh," with major health outlets including Times of India and Times Now reporting on his claim that this particular breathing pattern—a double nasal inhale followed by a long, slow mouth exhale—calms the body more quickly than traditional mindfulness strategies. Both stories highlight recent Stanford Medicine research, co-led by Huberman and Dr. David Spiegel, showing that this method noticeably lowers stress and boosts mood in just minutes, making it the focus of widespread conversation in the health and wellness world.On social media, bite-sized video clips of Huberman discussing fat loss and neuroscience on various podcasts have gone viral, with a trending #neuroscience hashtag tied to recent uploads as seen across platforms like YouTube and podcast shorts feeds. His "FASTEST way to lose weight" segment amassed notable engagement, showing that his actionable science-driven tips continue to dominate algorithmic trends with both the health-curious public and devoted followers.In terms of public appearances, Dr. Huberman's most prominent feature came via his own Huberman Lab podcast. The most recent episode, released September 1, covers motivation and risk, featuring famed climber Alex Honnold. In the episode, Huberman dives into the neuroscience of goal-setting, perseverance, and facing fear, mixing insights from brain scans to real-world applications in high-stakes environments. Feedback sections at the end urge fans to review his protocols book, follow on social media, and join his robust email community, now reaching more than 800,000 subscribers. This interactive push coincides with new content releases and premium membership perks, which let fans access deeper scientific breakdowns and submit questions directly. He is also linked as a follower to communication expert Jefferson Fisher's upcoming live virtual author event; Fisher singles out Huberman alongside Sarah Silverman and The Rock as celebrity listeners, cementing Huberman's reputation beyond neuroscience as a relatable, trusted public figure recognized across industries. Fitness columns continue to reference Huberman's influence on contemporary exercise science, with the Fitness Master newsletter discussing his ideas about overcoming failure in workouts, further showing his impact in specialized fitness communities.No major business moves or controversies have been reported this week, nor any speculative headlines regarding Huberman's private ventures or new research grants. The coverage remains positive, rooted in his science popularization efforts, and focused on direct, practical wellness tools validated by recent peer-reviewed research.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

I've written in several genres, formats and mediums over the years. Each has its own requirements, expectations and parameters: short stories, novellas (generally under 40,000 words), novels, poetry, screenplays, television scripts, and stage plays. For now let's focus on some working definitions for genre fiction, nonfiction, and biography/autobiography. For that past 15 years I've written primarily mysteries, thrillers, and some horror/supernatural fiction. I've also written countless blog posts, columns and articles, but that's for another day and would require more words than most people want to read on this, so let's narrow it down. Note that a lot of these apply to the genres in any form: movies, stories, TV shows, books  and more.

Ministry Update and then a biographical account of my extended family out west and their reactions for over 40 years to a Christian Profession. Recorded on my wife's 60th birthday.

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Updates: News: The Biography of My Extended Family for Prayer Subtitle: NarratedPuritanPodcast Speaker: Thomas Sullivan Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Podcast Date: 9/5/2025 Length: 36 min.

Every generation returns to the titanic heroes and villains of the 20th century. And every generation produces a new set of biographies--often immense--in an effort to understand the role of that eras main figures. In the past three years, three important new books have reassessed Hitler's life, beliefs and actions. Two of the authors, Volker Ulrich and Peter Longerich, are historians of Germany who are German. The third, our guest for today's interview, is British. In his new book Hitler: A Global Biography (Basic Books, 2019), Brendan Simms  offers us a different Hitler, one much more focused on global capitalism and on the Anglo-American world than either Ulrich of Longerich.  Simms argues that fears that Germany would lose the economic and demographic competition with Britain and especially the US sat at the heart of Hitler's world view. Anti-Semitism, fears of German particularism, scientific understandings of race, all of these appear in Simms' portrait of Hitler. But they are joined by a constant fear that the American system was simultaneously seductive and corrupting, and that Germans and Germany would not be able to resist. This, Simms argues, drove many of Hitler's decisions, especially in the 1920s and 30s. We had some technological problems getting connected for the interview and had only 30 minutes to talk. But Simms does a marvelous job using that time to lay out the broad outlines of his argument and to sketch in some of his main lines of defense. It's a fascinating interview. Not everyone will agree with his conclusions. But at the least the book will prompt a stimulating debate about the role of the west in HItler's thinking. Kelly McFall is Professor of History and Director of the Honors Program at Newman University. He's the author of four modules in the Reacting to the Past series, including The Needs of Others: Human Rights, International Organizations and Intervention in Rwanda, 1994, published by W. W. Norton Press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Mr. Beast Biography Flash a weekly Biography.The last few days have been blockbuster ones for Mr. Beast, known to friends and followers as Jimmy Donaldson. Yesterday, social feeds and media outlets exploded after Mr. Beast posted a tongue-in-cheek Instagram update claiming he had bought the entire NFL, complete with behind-the-scenes shots alongside commissioner Roger Goodell and “drafting” YouTubers to NFL teams. Parade Magazine covered the event, noting that Donaldson is putting top online personalities like iShowSpeed and Haley Baylee on the rosters for a wild new YouTube video. The NFL itself even joined the banter in the comments, congratulating Jimmy on “good doing business” – clearly signaling this is a playful collab, not a real acquisition. The video is a promo for YouTube's first exclusive NFL live stream: this Friday, September 5, fans will get to watch the Chargers versus Chiefs for free, live from São Paulo, Brazil. According to the official YouTube Blog, creators like Valkyrae, Dude Perfect, and Sketch will be penned into alternate livestreams, transforming a traditional NFL broadcast into a creator-led internet spectacle, while fans can bounce between creator commentary party streams for a totally new experience. Economic Times dissected viral rumors, confirming Mr. Beast didn't actually buy the NFL, but emphasizing how the collaboration could become a cultural inflection point for sports and digital creators. On the business front, news broke via Business Insider and Android Police that Mr. Beast is plotting a Beast-branded mobile phone service, aiming for a 2026 launch. This won't be a new cell network but a rebranded mobile virtual network operator, built on existing telecom infrastructure just like Ryan Reynolds' Mint Mobile. Beast Industries already covers chocolate bars, toys, and the new “Lunchly” food line, but a phone plan could let Donaldson tap directly into his mind-blowing YouTube audience of 400 million for recurring revenue. The project, while intriguing, isn't top priority yet, but sources close to the company reveal serious evaluation and planning underway.On social media, the reaction has been electric. Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube have all been flooded with fans, NFL insiders, and creators speculating about future collabs, watching for hidden clues, and wondering what Mr. Beast could buy next. Speculation about fintech or mobile gaming ventures is swirling but remains unconfirmed for now. Thank you for tuning in to Mr. Beast Biography Flash. Subscribe to never miss a headline about the world's most spectacular creator, and for more great Biographies search the term Biography Flash!Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBv

Rich is back to share his answers to my 10 questions? He's in cover bands that deal with Tom, Jeff Lynne, and George Harrison's musical output, so that question is a slam dunk, right? Which gig will he want to travel back in time to see? And which song is he going to duet on? It isn't one that's been picked thus far! You can find Rich's music and bands here!Rich Gibson: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1i6cM8YWiIOAyQwp2NXxjp?si=51P4g81qR-GCAb1OhiiIbQIndigo Slink: https://open.spotify.com/artist/55Q3RVKUA0K1v3ImGWeUcN?si=E1QOGadjQ2KGwVPa3qW2cQSpring: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Tzhg0fexPFmVjdM0U79sv?si=PiDi3CdSTx-xMUp4AhkrnwThe Petty Heartbreakers: https://thepettyheartbreakers.co.uk/Ultimate ELO: https://ultimateelo.co.uk/The Pretend Beatles: https://thepretendbeatles.co.uk/Don't forget to follow me on social media, like, subscribe, and please, leave a rating if you like the show.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetompettyprojectBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tompettyproject.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetompettyprojectYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetompettyprojectThreads: https://www.threads.net/@thetompettyprojectAll music, including the theme song, provided by my very best friend Randy Woods. Check him out at https://www.randywoodsband.comThe Tom Petty Project is not affiliated with the Tom Petty estate in any way and when you're looking for Tom's music, please visit the official YouTube channel first and go to tompetty.com for official merchandise.A last very special thanks to Paul Zollo. Without his book, "Conversations with Tom Petty", this podcast wouldn't be nearly as much fun to research. And further thanks to Warren Zanes for his outstanding book "Petty, the Biography".Producer: Kevin BrownExecutive Producer: Paul RobertsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-tom-petty-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Bieber has enjoyed a string of high-profile and personally significant moments in the past week, blending family milestones, surprise appearances, and intriguing business activity. Over the weekend, Justin made a viral-worthy entrance at a Los Angeles wedding, delighting the bride and guests by stopping to mingle, pose for photos, and unexpectedly joining in the festivities according to People and the Economic Times. Video clips and photos of his laid-back look—a blue hoodie, jeans, and sneakers—circulated widely on social media, fueling envy and delight among fans worldwide. One attendee described the occasion as a once-in-a-lifetime surprise and some fans online jokingly declared they'd leave their own spouses for such a Bieber moment.Back at home, Justin and Hailey have been in the spotlight for celebrating their son Jack's first birthday with a “camp” themed party. Hailey posted affectionate photos with Jack on Instagram and referred to him as “joy personified,” a post that garnered warm wishes from celebrities and fans alike. Just days after the celebration, Justin and Hailey were photographed enjoying a stylish parents' night out at West Hollywood's Ysabel, looking close and relaxed despite months of persistent marriage rumors. Sources close to the couple, cited by Us Weekly and Economic Times, have pointed out that the intense focus Justin put into his recent Swag album contributed to earlier strains, but their shared joy at recent events paints a picture of renewed family unity.Business is also booming in Bieberland. Hailey Bieber's Rhode beauty brand was just acquired by cosmetics giant e.l.f. in a landmark billion-dollar deal, confirmation of her rise as a top entrepreneur, as reported by AOL and Business Insider. Justin, meanwhile, is teasing a fresh venture in the fashion space with his new brand, SKYLRK. He has been sharing sneak peeks of pastel hoodies, sandals, and accessories to his Instagram followers, although he's kept the launch date under wraps for now. Social media buzz picked up on similarities between some new products and those from Hailey's Rhode line, drawing playful commentary but no controversy.Musically, the summer continues to see strong reactions to Justin's Swag album, with critics highlighting standout tracks like DAISIES and DEVOTION. For Beliebers eager for in-person experiences, silent disco nights and tribute events featuring his music are popping up across the country this month, underscoring his continued pop-cultural clout. While there's no major negative news or unverified controversies, all eyes remain on Justin as both his family and business life take on bold new chapters.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.In just the past few days, Justin Bieber has once again made headlines spanning music, business, public appearances, and his personal life. The most viral story by far has been his surprise appearance at a Los Angeles wedding, where he stunned a bride and her guests by joining the celebration, posing for photos, and even reportedly performing. According to People and the Economic Times, photos and video from the event show a beaming Justin in a blue zip-up hoodie and casual wear as he mingled with the wedding party, instantly sparking a flood of ecstatic reactions and envy across social media. For fans, this unexpected move echoed his previous mega-paid sangeet performance for the Ambani wedding in Mumbai, but witnesses describe this LA event as intimate and genuine, with personal interaction at its core.Off the heels of the wedding surprise, Justin and Hailey Bieber were pictured out together on a stylish date night at Ysabel, a West Hollywood hotspot, mere days after celebrating their son Jack's first birthday. AOL, Us Weekly, and the Economic Times all highlighted how the couple's affectionate demeanor—Justin making protective gestures, Hailey exuding chic confidence—came as a visible answer to recent online speculations about their marriage. Sources close to the couple link the strains to the emotional demands of Justin's new album Swag, but indicate their relationship is on steadier ground, with these family milestones and public outings reinforcing their bond.The first birthday party for Jack, their son, was documented on social media—Hailey posting heartfelt photos from a “Camp Jack” themed celebration attended by close friends such as Kendall Jenner, while Justin posted candid shots with his son, showcasing a softer, more personal side. Social media chattered about their dynamic, including Hailey's understated but pointed reaction to one of Justin's provocative shirtless mirror selfies, considered playful by fans.In business news, Justin continues to tease his next big venture in fashion with his new apparel and accessories brand, SKYLRK. He has shifted his promotion from the Drew House label to pushing sneak previews of hoodies, phone cases, and colorful slides on Instagram. While a launch date has not been announced, anticipation is mounting, especially after online comparisons to Hailey's Rhode product line.Meanwhile, his presence on the pop culture circuit remains unflagging. In the coming weeks, dedicated Bieber-themed silent disco nights are set in multiple US cities, indicating his continued sway as a music icon at the grassroots level, even without confirmed tour dates for 2025. Social media and entertainment sites continue to aggregate every move, be it a playful online exchange, public date, fashion drop, or family highlight. From all appearances—and headlines—Justin Bieber's star keeps shining, for both his fans and the tabloid press.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Cristiano Ronaldo BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Cristiano Ronaldo has commanded global headlines in the past few days as the face of one of the most high-profile tourism campaigns of the year. Saudi Tourism launched its sweeping “Unreal Calendar” initiative on September 2, putting Ronaldo not just at the center of advertising but positioning him as the living embodiment of a new Saudi Arabia—one that's inviting the world far beyond its football stadiums. In lavishly produced TV spots and multilingual digital campaigns rolling out across Europe, India, and China, Ronaldo beckons audiences with the line “I Came for Football, I Stayed For More,” showing off everything from the adrenaline of packed stadiums to the vibrance of film premieres, fashion weeks, high-octane motorsport, and deeply-rooted desert festivals. According to the campaign's core message and Saudi government officials, Ronaldo is lending global credibility to the country's Vision 2030, an era-defining drive to diversify the kingdom's economy and cultural image. From camels to esports, Red Sea film festivals to Formula 1, the ads depict Ronaldo absorbing it all, and his voice leads viewers into the new Saudi—a nation that wants to be a year-round destination, not just a football pilgrimage according to the Economic Times and Arab News.Beyond the screen, the campaign is already being held up as a case study in using celebrity influence to shift perceptions, with tourism authorities making clear that their aim is more international visitors and a deeper sense of Saudi as a place of modern possibility. Ronaldo himself, now the highest-paid athlete in the world according to The Big Lead, publicly praised Saudi's mix of “heritage and ambition,” noting in multiple interviews that he never saw himself becoming part of such a journey but now feels the country is where the “future of sport” is being written.Social media has responded in kind: Ronaldo's campaign content has been trending across platforms, with Visit Saudi's official Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) accounts featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes material and Ronaldo's personal praise for the country's efforts. There was a brief stir online after Ronaldo posted a cryptic message about his future, leading to speculation among fans and internet detectives, but no major news outlets have confirmed any club or personal upheaval. In terms of business, Ronaldo's role is widely seen as a strategic partnership—a bridge from Saudi's sporting ambitions to its bid for cultural global relevance, as reported by Brand Vision Insights and PR Newswire.For long-term significance, this week's campaign anchors Ronaldo's continued evolution from global athlete to international business and cultural figure—cementing his place in not just football's, but also tourism and brand history.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Andrew Humberman BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Andrew Huberman has maintained his role at the center of neuroscience and longevity conversations these past few days, with several noteworthy appearances and developments drawing industry and public attention. Most significant is his upcoming participation in the Vibrant Longevity Summit 2025, a by-application-only event set for late September at the Omni Barton Creek Resort in Austin, Texas. The summit is described by Newswire and AccessNewswire as a gathering of global leaders shaping the future of longevity clinics, with Dr. Huberman joined by heavyweights like Dr. Peter Attia and Dr. Rhonda Patrick. The summit focuses on translating cutting-edge science into tangible clinical protocols, emphasizing not just lifespan but the quality and strength of those added years. The science tracks will highlight recent advances in areas such as neurology, gut health, and cardio longevity, domains closely linked to Huberman's research. His presence signals that he remains one of the most influential voices shaping the clinical frontier of longevity.Dr. Huberman's media footprint is also active. The Huberman Lab podcast recently welcomed legendary climber Alex Honnold, with new episodes dissecting the neuroscience of goal setting, risk, training, and mental resilience. Both transcripts and full episodes are dropping, drawing large audiences and premium subscribers via his lab's newsletter, which now reportedly reaches over 800,000 subscribers. His daily routines and science-backed protocols for productivity and well-being have continued to circulate widely among those seeking actionable brain and body optimization tips.News outlets in India such as the Times of India and Times Now have been buzzing with Dr. Huberman's most viral advice this week: the “physiological sigh,” a science-backed breathing technique to relieve stress within seconds. From mainstream wellness blogs to viral posts, this breathing method—rooted in sleep physiology—is being hailed as an instant strategy to sidestep panic and reduce anxiety. Huberman's research in this area, and a recent Stanford Medicine study he co-authored, are pointed to as key scientific validations.On social media, Huberman's name has appeared among high-profile followers of communication coach Jefferson Fisher, whose library event and viral book launch cite Huberman as one of the thought leaders engaging with content on how to improve conversational skills and real-world diplomacy.While there are rumors circulating about his expanding partnership opportunities in supplements or new book deals, no major announcement has surfaced in reputable outlets this week. His podcast remains a beacon for hot neuroscience topics, including caffeine and its effects on performance, which Men's Journal revisited in a widely read Q and A, but nothing earth-shattering new was disclosed there.Overall, with leading roles at upcoming summits, an expanding digital audience, and fresh scientific techniques going viral, Andrew Huberman remains a force at the intersection of brain science and practical health optimization—his every move playing out across both clinical settings and your newsfeed. This week's headlines place him not just in lectures and labs but deep inside the fast-evolving field of how to live better, longer, and stronger.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

IntroductionWhile The Jewish Drinking Show has often explored wine and wine-drinking in practice, the 180th episode of the show explores wine poetry in Medieval Spain, featuring first time guest of the show, Professor Ronnie Perelis.Biography of GuestProfessor Perelis is the Chief Rabbi Dr. Isaac Abraham and Jelena (Rachel) Alcalay Associate Professor of Sephardic Studies at Yeshiva University and the Director of the Rabbi Arthur Schneier Program for International Affairs. Perelis has taught the history of the Jews of Spain and their diasporas in academic and popular settings throughout the world. His research investigates connections between Iberian and Jewish culture during the medieval and early modern periods. His essays on Sephardic history analyze the dynamics of religious transformation within the context of the crypto-Jewish experience. His book, Narratives from the Sephardic Atlantic: Blood and Faith (Indiana University Press) explores family and identity in the Sephardic Atlantic world. Support the showThank you for listening!If you have any questions, suggestions, or more, feel free to reach out at Drew@JewishDrinking.coml'chaim!

Are missionary biographies important? The answer is yes! Kim Cobb joins Lauren Parish and Alex Watkins as they talk about the life and legacy of Elisabeth Elliot, missionary to Ecuador, and how Elisabeth's story continues to impact people long after her life on earth. You can learn more about Elisabeth and the ongoing ministry of Jim and Elisabeth Elliot at elisabethelliot.org.   Biographies mentioned in the episode:   Elisabeth Elliot: Do the Next Thing - Selah Helms The Shadow of the Almighty – Elisabeth Elliot Through Gates of Splendor – Elisabeth Elliot Suffering is Never For Nothing – Elisabeth Elliot Joyful Surrender – Elisabeth Elliot Evidence Not Seen – Darlene Deibler Rose The Hiding Place – Corrie Ten Boom The Insanity of God – Nik Ripken The Insanity of Obedience – Nik Ripken

Scatterbrain Podcast Biography Episode 12 profiles the purveyor of truth himself. Thanks for listening!(c)2025 Scatterbrain Productions.Always.

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Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin and Rich discuss the stunning behind-the-scenes revelations in Netflix's ‘America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys' documentary series, why Jerry Jones and Micah Parsons' contract extension talks have soured and what it will take to mend fences and get a new deal done. ESPN's Seth Wickersham joins Rich in-studio to discuss Caleb Williams' progress as QB so far under new Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson after a disastrous rookie season outlined in his new ‘American Kings: a Biography of the Quarterback' book, how come the NFL doesn't invest more money into developing QBs, why Minnesota Vikings QB JJ McCarthy could win multiple Super Bowls when his career is all said and done, and more. Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://apple.co/overreactionmonday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://apple.co/whatthefootball⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Jim Jackson Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join host Justin Forman as he sits down with Jordan Raynor to explore why most biographies fail to inspire and how reimagining these stories can transform faith-driven entrepreneurs. Through the lens of LEGO's miraculous founding story and innovative AI-powered storytelling, discover how play, perseverance, and proximity to our heroes can reshape how we view our calling in the marketplace.Jordan shares his mission to create "binge-worthy biographies" that compete with Netflix and TikTok for attention, revealing untold stories of mere Christians who weren't pastors but transformed industries. From CS Lewis's scandalous past to Ole Kirk Christiansen's Job-like trials in building LEGO, these stories prove that the same Holy Spirit who empowered history's heroes is at work in today's entrepreneurs.Key Topics:Why traditional biographies are "way too freaking long" and boringThe untold faith story behind LEGO's founding through fires, Nazis, and family tragedyHow AI video technology is revolutionizing storytelling for modern audiencesThe theology of play: Why entrepreneurs need permission to find joy in their workMoving from retreat to redemption: Why entrepreneurs are uniquely positioned to engage darknessThe four counterfeit quests that distract from true Kingdom workNotable Quotes:"It wasn't the founder of Lego going to work every day. It was the Holy Spirit in him." - Jordan Raynor"We can play within the business. We can play within the four walls of the mission." - Jordan Raynor"Entrepreneurs every day say, I go into a space talking to people that don't think like me, don't act like me, don't talk to me, don't get me." - Justin Forman