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It's time to continue our 2026 Rankings! Today, we're ranking the films starting with A Season to Blossom and going through A Castle of Our Own. Watch the show on Youtube - www.deckthehallmark.com/youtubeInterested in advertising on the show? Email bran@deckthehallmark.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When cancer enters a life, it carries a profound impact on the places in which you seek comfort, which is why the human-centred gardens at Maggie's centres are so unbelievably important.In this powerful episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange', Sarah talks to Dame Laura Lee from Maggie's, about how beautifully designed, garden-centred spaces are changing the experience of cancer care for patients and their families. In this episode, discover:How one simple question sparked the creation of Maggie's Centres and a new idea of cancer supportWhy the design of a space can change how it feels to live with cancerWhat actually happens when someone walks from the hospital into a Maggie's CentreHow Maggie's supports not only patients but their families and friends through the processThe role of gardens and seasons as a gentle way to talk about hope, uncertainty, treatment, and even end of lifeSee our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Blossom Heist: The Mystery of Keukenhof's Missing Flower Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-07-26-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon scheen helder boven de Keukenhof Gardens.En: The sun shone brightly above the Keukenhof Gardens.Nl: De lucht was blauw, en de bloemen bloeiden in een zee van kleuren.En: The sky was blue, and the flowers bloomed in a sea of colors.Nl: Het was een rustige zomerdag, maar ook een belangrijke dag.En: It was a quiet summer day, but also an important day.Nl: Over een paar uur zou de prestigieuze tuinrondleiding beginnen.En: In a few hours, the prestigious garden tour would begin.Nl: Sven, een toegewijde botanicus, liep door de paden.En: Sven, a dedicated botanist, walked through the paths.Nl: Hij keek naar de bloemen met een nauwkeurigheid die alleen hij leek te bezitten.En: He looked at the flowers with a precision that only he seemed to possess.Nl: Maar vandaag was er iets mis.En: But today, something was wrong.Nl: Een zeldzame bloem, de Stervan de Nacht, was verdwenen.En: A rare flower, the Ster van de Nacht, was missing.Nl: Hij voelde een knoop in zijn maag.En: He felt a knot in his stomach.Nl: Deze bloem was essentieel voor de tentoonstelling.En: This flower was essential for the exhibition.Nl: Jasmijn, een nieuwsgierige journalist, liep het pad op.En: Jasmijn, a curious journalist, walked up the path.Nl: Ze had gehoord van de verdwijningszaak en rook een verhaal.En: She had heard about the disappearance case and smelled a story.Nl: Ze zag Sven, diep in gedachten.En: She saw Sven, deep in thought.Nl: "Hallo, Sven," zei ze luchtig.En: "Hello, Sven," she said lightly.Nl: "Hoor je iets over de verdwenen bloem?"En: "Have you heard anything about the missing flower?"Nl: Sven keek op.En: Sven looked up.Nl: Hij was niet meteen blij met haar aanwezigheid.En: He was not immediately pleased with her presence.Nl: "Het is een ingewikkelde situatie," mompelde hij.En: "It's a complicated situation," he mumbled.Nl: Maar Jasmijn wilde niet opgeven.En: But Jasmijn didn't want to give up.Nl: "Misschien kunnen we samenwerken," stelde ze voor.En: "Maybe we can work together," she suggested.Nl: "Jij hebt kennis, ik heb vragen."En: "You have knowledge, I have questions."Nl: Sven aarzelde, maar hij wist dat er weinig tijd was.En: Sven hesitated, but he knew there was little time.Nl: "Oké," zuchtte hij.En: "Okay," he sighed.Nl: Ze besloten samen te gaan zoeken.En: They decided to search together.Nl: Ze onderzochten elk deel van de tuinen.En: They investigated every part of the gardens.Nl: Sven liep alert, terwijl Jasmijn aandachtig keek naar de bezoekers.En: Sven walked alertly, while Jasmijn attentively watched the visitors.Nl: Toen ontdekten ze iets vreemds.En: Then they discovered something strange.Nl: Achter een hoge heg vonden ze een geheime doorgang.En: Behind a tall hedge, they found a secret passage.Nl: Ze volgden het pad en kwamen uit in een verborgen gedeelte.En: They followed the path and ended up in a hidden section.Nl: Daar, tussen de planten, was een man bezig bloemen te verplaatsen.En: There, among the plants, a man was busy moving flowers.Nl: Het was duidelijk dat hij niet hoorde te zijn.En: It was clear he wasn't supposed to be there.Nl: Hij had een privécollectie proberen te maken tijdens de drukte van de tentoonstelling.En: He had been trying to make a private collection during the exhibition's hustle.Nl: Jasmijn en Sven keken elkaar geschokt aan.En: Jasmijn and Sven looked at each other, shocked.Nl: "Snel, de bloem!"En: "Quick, the flower!"Nl: riep Sven en haastte zich naar de man.En: Sven shouted and rushed toward the man.Nl: Samen kregen ze het voor elkaar om de zeldzame Ster van de Nacht veilig terug te brengen naar de tentoonstelling.En: Together, they managed to safely return the rare Ster van de Nacht to the exhibition.Nl: De man werd aangesproken door beveiliging.En: The man was approached by security.Nl: Net op tijd stond de bloem weer op zijn plaats toen de rondleiding begon.En: Just in time, the flower was back in its place when the tour began.Nl: Het publiek was onder de indruk, nietsvermoedend van het avontuur dat eraan voorafging.En: The audience was impressed, unaware of the adventure that had preceded.Nl: Later die dag, zat Sven naast Jasmijn.En: Later that day, Sven sat next to Jasmijn.Nl: "Dank je," zei hij oprecht.En: "Thank you," he said sincerely.Nl: "Je journalistiek heeft echt geholpen.En: "Your journalism really helped.Nl: Je verhaal kan veel veranderen."En: Your story can change a lot."Nl: Jasmijn glimlachte.En: Jasmijn smiled.Nl: "En ik heb veel geleerd over jouw wereld," antwoordde ze.En: "And I've learned a lot about your world," she replied.Nl: Ze had haar artikel al in gedachten, een sterk stuk over het belang van plantenbehoud en teamwork.En: She already had her article in mind, a strong piece about the importance of plant conservation and teamwork.Nl: De Keukenhof Gardens stonden weer in volle glorie, en de samenwerking tussen Sven en Jasmijn bloeide net zo mooi als de bloemen om hen heen.En: The Keukenhof Gardens were once again in full glory, and the collaboration between Sven and Jasmijn blossomed as beautifully as the flowers around them.Nl: Hun avontuur had hen beiden veel geleerd.En: Their adventure had taught them both a lot.Nl: Samen konden ze meer bereiken dan alleen.En: Together, they could achieve more than alone. Vocabulary Words:shone: scheenprestigious: prestigieuzededicated: toegewijdebotanist: botanicusprecision: nauwkeurigheidpossess: bezittenmissing: verdwenenessential: essentieelexhibition: tentoonstellingcurious: nieuwsgierigejournalist: journalistdisappearance: verdwijningszaakgazed: kekencomplicated: ingewikkeldehesitated: aarzeldealertly: alertattentively: aandachtigvisitors: bezoekerssecret passage: geheime doorgangsection: gedeelteimpressed: onder de indrukunaware: nietsvermoedendpreceded: voorafgingsincerely: oprechtarticle: artikelconservation: plantenbehoudcollaboration: samenwerkingachieve: bereikenglory: glorieblossomed: bloeide

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Fresh Bunch Podcast, we sit down with the owner and Creative Director of Blossom & Bee Floral & Event Designs in New Jersey. Pennylyn Woosley shares how she opened her own floral business at just 25 years old, built her reputation in the competitive wedding industry, and carved out her own path despite growing up in a family of entrepreneurs.We also dive into the changing wedding market, the opportunities a new Netflix studio could bring to her area, the frustrations of lengthy proposal processes and clients shopping around, and why visiting New York City's iconic 28th Street Flower Market never gets old. Plus, Penny gives us a preview of her upcoming solo show—and why she's hoping to convince Mike to be her first guest.If you're a florist, wedding professional, or simply love hearing the real stories behind successful floral businesses, this episode is packed with experience, laughs, and plenty of industry insight.Learn more at https://www.blossomandbeefloral.com/

If you've ever let your vegetable garden wind down after summer, there's a whole season you're missing out on. This week on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange', Sarah breaks the year into two simple seasons and shows you exactly what to sow now so you can keep picking right through the grey months. From hardy salads and herbs to kales and chards, she shares 12 tried-and-tested crops that genuinely thrive in a UK winter. In this episode, discover:How to divide the gardening year into two simple seasons so you can plan for year-round harvestsWhich 12 tried-and-tested crops Sarah relies on for winter and early spring eatingThe exact sowing window for late-summer and early-autumn sowings, and why timing is crucial if you want strong plants going into winterPractical ways to cook and enjoy your winter veg, including Sarah's wilted kale salad, and how to use herbs to brighten cold-season saladsProducts mentioned:Lettuce ‘Merveille de Quatre Saisons':https://www.sarahraven.com/products/lettuce-merveille-de-quatre-saisonsMustard ‘Red Frills': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/mustard-red-frillsFlat-leaf Parsley ‘Giant of Napoli': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/parsley-gigante-di-napoliSpinach ‘Medania': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/spinach-medaniaChard: https://www.sarahraven.com/products/chard-lucullusFlorence Fennel / Bulb Fennel (‘Romanesco'): https://www.sarahraven.com/products/florence-fennel-romanescoSee our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Blossom Medical and Refined Aesthetics were already connected through mentorship, shared values, and years of professional trust. The rebrand simply gave that relationship a clearer shape. Kevin and Lauren unpack how the two practices came together without making the transition feel one-sided. Every decision, from the refreshed identity to the patient brochure, signage, interiors, and service materials, was designed to reflect both practices and give patients confidence in what was changing. The name may look different, but the people, care, and relationships remain at the center. This is the story of a partnership built with intention, where Blossom Medical helped influence the next chapter of Refined Aesthetics, and Refined created room for Blossom's history, character, and community to remain part of the brand.   RESOURCES: https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/goodies   https://www.refinedaesthetics.net/   https://blossomaesthetic.com/   LEARN MORE AND JOIN THE ALPHA COMMUNITY: https://www.partnerwithalpha.com/   FOLLOW ALPHA AESTHETICS PARTNERS: https://www.instagram.com/partnerwithalpha/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/alpha-aesthetics-partners/

"Peggy Raymond's Way or Blossom Time At Friendly Terrace" by Harriet Lummis Smith brings listeners into the lives of Peggy and her friends as they transition from the tumult of the Great War to the joys and challenges of domestic life. As they navigate the final stages of college and prepare for Peggy's wedding, themes of friendship, love, and the pursuit of personal happiness resonate deeply. The story captures the essence of youthful ambition and the complexities of relationships, making it a timeless exploration of growth and connection. With its charming mix of familiar characters and fresh faces, this volume offers an enduring reflection on the trials and triumphs of young women in a changing world.

The crew reviews Starlight's latest release the Orchard Blossom. This Rye Whiskey finished Jamaican Rum, Honey & Peach Flavored Whiskey Barrels. This limited release appears to be blended by Ted is 114 proof and 4 years old. 

This is our full investment portfolio reveal — every single stock and fund my wife and I own, worth about $730,000 and growing toward our goal of a $1 million portfolio. I walk through all 24 holdings one by one, share what's new with each one, and show you how we're now earning almost $11,000 a year in dividends. Whether you've followed the channel for years or just stumbled in today, you'll get a simple, honest look at how a regular family is building wealth with index funds, dividend stocks, and a few bets along the way.[⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link to YouTube Video⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]Special Offer - One FREE Month of Simply Safe Dividends... no credit card required! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click HERE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hartford Funds Power of Dividends study⁠

Stepping out into the garden with a sketchbook in hand is a novel, powerful practice which, given time, can transform the way we look at plants we think that we know like the back of our hand.In this week's podcast episode, Sarah is joined by artist and gardener Matthew Rice to explore how drawing becomes a kind of “recorded looking” that deepens our relationship with flowers and gardens - from choosing the right subjects and materials to capturing the feeling of a border in full swing.In this episode, discover:How drawing functions as “recorded looking”, helping deepen your relationship with your gardenWhich flowers and garden plants are most forgiving to draw as a beginner, and practical ways to get started with garden drawingWhere Matthew Rice finds inspiration, from historic watercolourists to everyday details in his own greenhouse and gardenProducts mentioned:Snakeshead Fritillaries: sarahraven.com/products/fritillaria-meleagrisIris reticulata: sarahraven.com/products/iris-reticulata-blue-noteCourgettes: sarahraven.com/products/courgette-soleil-f1Mint: sarahraven.com/products/mint-moroccanMatthew Rice: https://www.instagram.com/matthewricewatercolours/See our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

On Business Matters this week, Chris Ashmore has been speaking to a number of people about a couple of businesses that are in their infancy. First up, he speaks with Elaine Fitzgerald, an interior designer, and Martha Hume, an Occupational Therapist about their new business, Eyra Collective. They specialise in accessible home redesign. Changing needs […] The post Business Matters, Ep 305 – Eyra Collective is specialising in accessible home redesign – plus Bold Blossom’s crochet handbags appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Jack Han joins Tony Marinaro to discuss why Daniel Jacob was promoted to head coach of the Laval Rocket, would the Canadiens be better served signing Anthony Mantha or simply keeping Kirby Dach instead, could Shane Wright achieve his full potential playing alongside a talented winger like Ivan Demidov, a glimpse into what Shane Wright's ultimate ceiling at NHL level could be, why Oliver Kapanen became so overwhelmed in the playoffs and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Show Notes: On this episode legendary writer and show creator talks about being the first white guy on stage at the Apollo, getting a show about alcoholics cancelled because the network president was an alcoholic, the pleasure of writing a first draft, and driving way too fast, and how music drives his writings and the time he was oddly alone with Bruce Springsteen and told him a dirty joke. Bio: on Reo has always been quick with a quip, from the time he got his first laugh sometime back in junior high school to the jokes he wrote for traveling comedians, through the half century he spent “pushing the limits” of sitcoms to the book he is currently negotiating with Random House—The Tibetan Joke Book of the Dead.  “It's about Hollywood and death which are probably synonyms,” said Reo, the recipient of WGAW's Paddy Chayefsky Laurel Award for Television Writing Achievement to be presented at the 2026 Writers Guild Awards. “I think you're born with a funny gene, or maybe it's the way you're raised. Nobody else in my family was particularly funny, but I got a laugh in the seventh grade, and I thought, ‘Maybe I can do this. This is nice because it stops people from hitting you.' I read that Woody Allen was making $500 a week writing jokes, and I thought, ‘Well, fuck, I can do that!'” And he did, effectively launching a career that has spanned seven decades, earning writing credits on series such as Sanford and Son, Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In, M*A*S*H, and Rhoda and creating or co-creating Blossom, My Wife and Kids, The John Larroquette Show, and The Ranch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've grown tomatoes or peppers for more than one season, you more than likely know the feeling been waiting that first tomato to ripen, finally see it's blushing red, and you flip it over to find a sunken, leathery patch covering half the bottom of the fruit. And if you went looking for answers, you probably found three of them repeated everywhere you turned: sprinkle in some crushed eggshells, spray on some calcium, add a scoop of Epsom salt. All three of those are extremely common advice. Two of them do close to nothing. And one of them can genuinely make the problem worse. That problem? Blossom end rot. Today on Just Grow Something we're covering what blossom end rot really is at the cellular level, the conditions that trigger it in your garden, why the most popular home remedies for it are built on a total misunderstanding of the problem, and what the research consistently recommends instead. Let's dig in. University Extension and Research-Based Resources Utah State University Extension — Blossom End Rot (IPM Fact Sheet) https://extension.usu.edu/planthealth/ipm/notes_ag/veg-blossom-end-rot Purdue Extension — Blossom End Rot of Tomato Fruit (BP-13-W) https://www.extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/bp/bp-13-w.html University of Maryland Extension — Blossom End Rot on Vegetables https://extension.umd.edu/resource/blossom-end-rot-vegetables Alabama Cooperative Extension System — Blossom-End Rot in Tomatoes: Causes and Prevention (ANR-1059) https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/lawn-garden/blossom-end-rot-in-tomatoes-causes-and-prevention/ University of Massachusetts Amherst, Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment — Solanaceous: Blossom End Rot https://ag.umass.edu/vegetable/fact-sheets/solanaceous-blossom-end-rot Oregon State University Extension — Blossom-End Rot of Tomatoes (FS-139) https://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/fs-139-blossom-end-rot-tomatoes University of Wisconsin Horticulture Extension — Blossom End Rot https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/blossom-end-rot/ University of California Cooperative Extension, UC ANR "The Real Dirt" — Fighting Blossom End Rot https://ucanr.edu/blog/real-dirt/article/fighting-blossom-end-rot University of Connecticut Extension — Put an End to Blossom-End Rot: Water and Nutrient Management is Key https://homegarden.cahnr.uconn.edu/2025/06/15/blossom-end-rot/ Clemson Cooperative Extension HGIC — Gardening Myths: Fix Blossom End Rot with Calcium Sprays https://hgic.clemson.edu/gardening-myths-fix-blossom-end-rot-with-calcium-sprays/ North Dakota State University Extension — The Epsom Salt Myth https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/extension-topics/gardening-and-horticulture/vegetables/epsom-salt-myth University of Minnesota Extension — Do Common Soil Health "Home Remedies" Work? (Coffee Grounds, Eggshells, Epsom Salts) https://extension.umn.edu/manage-soil-nutrients/coffee-grounds-eggshells-epsom-salts Peer-Reviewed Research Topcu, Y., Nambeesan, S. U., & van der Knaap, E. (2022). Blossom-end rot: a century-old problem in tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) and other vegetables. Molecular Horticulture, 2, 1. https://doi.org/10.1186/s43897-021-00022-9 Just Grow Something: https://justgrowsomething.com Gardening Courses: https://justgrowsomething.com/courses Just Grow Something Merch and Downloads: https://justgrowsomething.com/shop Just Grow Something Gardening Friends Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18YgHveF5P/ Check out how you can become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/JustGrowSomething Feed my coffee habit: https://buymeacoffee.com/justgrowsomething Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/justgrowsomething Get 10% off and FREE shipping on my favorite raised planters at Planter Box Direct using code JUSTGROW10: https://planterboxdirect.com/?ref=593 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: The Rare Blossom: A Tale of Discovery and Self-Confidence Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-07-12-07-38-19-he Story Transcript:He: השמש זרחה בחוזקה מעל הגן הבוטני.En: The sun shone brightly over the botanical garden.He: זה היה יום טיול של כיתת ביולוגיה.En: It was a field trip day for the biology class.He: אבי, מאיה ונועה צעדו יחד עם שאר התלמידים בין השבילים הפורחים.En: Avi, Maya, and Noa walked along with the other students among the blooming paths.He: הציפורים צייצו והאוויר היה רווי בניחוח פרחים.En: The birds chirped, and the air was filled with the scent of flowers.He: אבי תמיד היה סקרן ואהב ללמוד על הסביבה.En: Avi was always curious and loved learning about the environment.He: עם זאת, הייתה לו חרדה חברתית.En: However, he had social anxiety.He: זה גרם לו לקושי לשוחח עם חבריו לכיתה.En: This made it difficult for him to converse with his classmates.He: לפעמים הרגיש לבד, במיוחד כשהיה צריך להשתתף בדיונים בכיתה.En: Sometimes he felt lonely, especially when he had to participate in class discussions.He: לאבי הייתה מטרה ברורה.En: Avi had a clear goal.He: הוא קרא על פרח נדיר שהיה אמור לגדול בגן.En: He had read about a rare flower that was supposed to grow in the garden.He: הוא רצה מאוד למצוא אותו.En: He really wanted to find it.He: עמוק בליבו, חשב שאם ימצא את הפרח, המורה וחבריו יעריכו אותו יותר.En: Deep in his heart, he thought that if he found the flower, the teacher and his peers would appreciate him more.He: הקבוצה נעה קדימה, אבל אבי מצא את עצמו מסתר מאחור.En: The group moved forward, but Avi found himself lagging behind.He: לבו היכה במהירות כשהסתכל סביבו.En: His heart beat rapidly as he looked around.He: איפה הפרח?En: Where was the flower?He: הגן היה גדול ורחב, והוא לא ידע מאיפה להתחיל לחפש.En: The garden was large and wide, and he didn't know where to start searching.He: אחרי כמה רגעים של התלבטות, החליט אבי.En: After a few moments of hesitation, Avi made a decision.He: אולי עדיף שיחפש לבד.En: Perhaps it was better for him to search alone.He: הוא התחיל ללכת בדרכים הפחות צפופות של הגן.En: He started to walk along the less crowded paths of the garden.He: השביל הפך לצר יותר ומסובך, אבל אבי הרגיש שהוא בכיוון הנכון.En: The trail became narrower and more complicated, but Avi felt he was heading in the right direction.He: הוא זכר לקרוא שהפרח הנדיר אוהב מקומות מבודדים ומוצלים.En: He remembered reading that the rare flower prefers secluded and shady places.He: אחרי חצי שעה של חיפוש, בצד רחוק של הגן, מצא אבי את מה שחיפש.En: After half an hour of searching, on the far side of the garden, Avi found what he was looking for.He: בין שני סלעים גדולים עמד הפרח הנדיר.En: Between two large rocks stood the rare flower.He: הוא היה צבעוני ויפהפה, עם עלי כותרת עדינים וזוהרים בשמש הקיץ.En: It was colorful and beautiful, with delicate petals glistening in the summer sun.He: אבל לפתע, אבי הבין שהוא לא יודע איך לחזור לקבוצה.En: But suddenly, Avi realized he didn't know how to return to the group.He: התחיל להרגיש מעט פאניקה.En: He began to feel a bit of panic.He: אבל אז נזכר במשהו חשוב שלמד על צמחים ואבנים.En: But then he remembered something important he had learned about plants and rocks.He: הוא הביט סביבו, ועשה שימוש בידע שלו ובזיכרון, כדי לזהות את הדרך חזרה.En: He looked around and used his knowledge and memory to identify the way back.He: בזהירות, אבי הצליח למצוא את השביל שבו התחיל.En: Carefully, Avi managed to find the path where he had started.He: כשחזר לקבוצה, בדיוק ברגע הנכון, הרגיש גאה בעצמו.En: When he returned to the group, just at the right moment, he felt proud of himself.He: הוא סיפר למורה ולחבריו על הגילוי שלו.En: He told the teacher and his peers about his discovery.He: הם היו מרוצים והראו לו המון הערכה.En: They were pleased and showed him a lot of appreciation.He: אבי חזר הביתה עם תחושת ביטחון חדשה.En: Avi returned home with a new sense of confidence.He: הוא גילה שגם אם יש לו חרדה, הוא יכול להצליח בזכות הידע שלו והיכולות האישיות.En: He discovered that even if he has anxiety, he can succeed with his knowledge and personal abilities.He: בפעם הבאה, הוא היה מוכן להשתתף יותר בשיעורים.En: Next time, he was ready to participate more in class.He: הפרח הנדיר הזה לא רק הפך את היום שלו ליחודי, אלא גם שינה משהו בתוכו.En: That rare flower not only made his day unique but also changed something inside him. Vocabulary Words:botanical: בוטניblooming: פורחיםchirped: צייצוscent: ניחוחcurious: סקרןanxiety: חרדהconverse: לשוחחpeers: חברים לכיתהhesitation: התלבטותsecluded: מבודדיםshady: מוצליםdelicate: עדיניםglistening: זוהריםpanic: פאניקהidentify: לזהותappreciation: הערכהconfidence: ביטחוןsucceed: להצליחabilities: יכולותparticipate: להשתתףrare: נדירfield trip: טיולgoal: מטרהlagging: מסתרtrail: שבילcomplicated: מסובךrocks: סלעיםpath: דרךmoment: רגעinside: בתוכוBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: A Rainy Day Confession: Love and Friendship Blossom Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-07-12-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en lys sommerdag i Oslo Botaniske Hage.En: It was a bright summer day in Oslo Botaniske Hage.No: Hagen bugnet av fargerike blomster, og duften av nyklipt gress fylte luften.En: The garden was bursting with colorful flowers, and the scent of freshly cut grass filled the air.No: Sindre gikk langs meandrende stier, kameraet hang som alltid rundt halsen hans.En: Sindre walked along meandering paths, his camera hanging as always around his neck.No: Hans venner, Lina og Magnus, hadde planlagt en piknik.En: His friends, Lina and Magnus, had planned a picnic.No: De ville feire Sindre sin foto-utstilling som nå var avsluttet.En: They wanted to celebrate Sindre's photo exhibition, which had just concluded.No: Da Sindre kom til plenen der pikniken skulle finne sted, vinket Lina til ham med et stort smil.En: When Sindre arrived at the lawn where the picnic was to take place, Lina waved to him with a big smile.No: Magnus la et teppe på bakken mellom busker og trær som ga deilig skygge.En: Magnus laid a blanket on the ground between bushes and trees that provided delightful shade.No: "Heisann, Sindre," sa Magnus og rakte ham en termos med kaffe.En: "Hi, Sindre," said Magnus, handing him a thermos of coffee.No: Sindre tok imot, satte seg på teppet og smilte tilbake.En: Sindre accepted it, sat on the blanket, and smiled back.No: Han følte seg takknemlig for vennskapet deres, men han hadde også en hemmelighet.En: He felt thankful for their friendship, but he also had a secret.No: Han hadde sterke følelser for Lina, men frykten for å ødelegge vennskapet holdt ham tilbake.En: He had strong feelings for Lina, but the fear of ruining the friendship held him back.No: Mens de satt der, lo de og delte historier.En: As they sat there, they laughed and shared stories.No: Fuglene kvitret i trærne over dem.En: Birds chirped in the trees above them.No: Men så, plutselig, begynte små regndråper å falle.En: But then, suddenly, small raindrops began to fall.No: Lina så opp mot himmelen, bekymret.En: Lina looked up at the sky, worried.No: "Å nei, det blir regn!En: "Oh no, it's going to rain!"No: "Magnus pakket sammen maten i all hast, og de løp for å finne ly under et stort tre.En: Magnus hurriedly packed up the food, and they ran to find shelter under a large tree.No: Regnet trommet mot bladene over dem, og trommingen var både beroligende og intens.En: The rain drummed against the leaves above them, and the drumming was both soothing and intense.No: I dette kaotiske øyeblikket fant Sindre styrke han ikke visste han hadde.En: In this chaotic moment, Sindre found strength he did not know he had.No: Han tok et dypt pust, vendte seg mot Lina, og sa: "Lina, jeg vil du skal vite hvor mye du betyr for meg.En: He took a deep breath, turned to Lina, and said, "Lina, I want you to know how much you mean to me.No: Ikke bare som venn.En: Not just as a friend."No: "Lina så overrasket ut.En: Lina looked surprised.No: Magnus stod ved siden av, tydeligvis også spent.En: Magnus stood beside them, clearly also tense.No: Regndråpene rant ned over kinnene hans, men Sindre visste at det ikke bare var regnvann.En: The raindrops trickled down his cheeks, but Sindre knew it wasn't just rainwater.No: Lina tok Sindres hånd.En: Lina took Sindre's hand.No: "Jeg har ventet på at du skulle si det," svarte hun mykt.En: "I have been waiting for you to say that," she replied softly.No: Øyeblikket var stille, regnet var nå blitt en vennlig tone rundt dem.En: The moment was silent, the rain now a friendly tone around them.No: Når regnet stoppet, følte de alle tre seg nærmere enn noen gang før.En: When the rain stopped, they all felt closer than ever before.No: Sindre innså at hans åpenhet ikke hadde svekket vennskapene hans.En: Sindre realized that his openness had not weakened his friendships.No: Snarere hadde det styrket dem.En: Rather, it had strengthened them.No: Pikniken, som nesten var ødelagt av regnet, forvandlet seg til en dag de aldri ville glemme.En: The picnic, which was almost ruined by the rain, transformed into a day they would never forget.No: Minnene fra denne dagen ville alltid være der, som en fargerik blomst i hjertet av Sindre, Lina og Magnus.En: The memories of this day would always be there, like a colorful flower in the hearts of Sindre, Lina, and Magnus.No: Hver gang de så et regnvær, ville de bli minnet på styrken som finnes i å være åpen og sårbar.En: Every time they saw a rainstorm, they would be reminded of the strength found in being open and vulnerable. Vocabulary Words:bright: lysbursting: bugnetmeandering: meandrendeconcluded: avsluttetdelightful: deiligshade: skyggethankful: takknemligfriendship: vennskapsecret: hemmelighetfeelings: følelserruining: ødeleggechirped: kvitretraindrops: regndråperworried: bekymrethurriedly: hastshelter: lysoothing: beroligendeintense: intenschaotic: kaotiskebreath: pustsurprised: overraskettension: spenningtrickled: rantsoftly: mykttransformed: forvandletcolorful: fargerikhearts: hjertetvulnerable: sårbarstrength: styrkeopen: åpen

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Blooming Chances: A Blossom of Friendship and Opportunity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-07-12-22-34-01-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Дан је био топао и сунце је обасјавало башту.En: The day was warm, and the sun illuminated the garden.Sr: У Ботаничкој башти Јевремовац у Београду, дрвеће и цвеће расцветало се у свим бојама лета.En: In the Ботаничка башта Јевремовац Botanical Garden in Beograd, the trees and flowers blossomed in all the colors of summer.Sr: Драган је шетао између биљака, посматрајући како свако лист и цвет животно дише.En: Dragan walked among the plants, observing how each leaf and flower breathed life.Sr: Иако је волео свој посао хортикултуристе, често се осећао неуспешно у поређењу са својим вршњацима.En: Although he loved his job as a horticulturist, he often felt unsuccessful compared to his peers.Sr: Док је тако размишљао, угледао је Милену како стоји поред егзотичне биљке.En: While he pondered this, he spotted Milena standing next to an exotic plant.Sr: Милена је била успешан архитекта, позната по својим јединственим дизајнима.En: Milena was a successful architect, known for her unique designs.Sr: Била је ту да пронађе инспирацију.En: She was there to find inspiration.Sr: Драганова срца је заиграла.En: Dragan's heart skipped a beat.Sr: Да ли ће она и даље видети вредност у њиховом некадашњем пријатељству?En: Would she still see the value in their former friendship?Sr: Док су му се мисли заковитлале, он је морао да одлучи - да ли да јој приђе или само да прође поред ње?En: As his thoughts swirled, he had to decide—should he approach her or just walk past?Sr: Удахнуо је дубоко и кренуо ка њој.En: He took a deep breath and moved towards her.Sr: "Милена," рекао је, помало озарено.En: "Milena," he said, somewhat gleefully.Sr: "Да ли се сећаш Југословенске дрвендарке?En: "Do you remember the Yugoslav dravendar?Sr: Овде је, у овом углу баште.En: It's here, in this corner of the garden."Sr: "Милена се окренула, изненађена и пријатно обрадована што је види.En: Milena turned around, surprised and pleasantly delighted to see him.Sr: "Драгане!En: "Dragane!Sr: Наравно да се сећам.En: Of course, I remember.Sr: Како си?En: How are you?"Sr: " упитала је са осмехом.En: she asked with a smile.Sr: Почео је да говори о башти, о ретким биљкама и цветовима које је негује.En: He began to talk about the garden, the rare plants, and flowers he cultivated.Sr: Ватра у његовим очима одала је његову страст.En: The fire in his eyes revealed his passion.Sr: Милена се фасцинирала његовом енергијом и знањем.En: Milena was fascinated by his energy and knowledge.Sr: "Невероватно је колико си посвећен," рекла је.En: "It's incredible how dedicated you are," she said.Sr: "Можда бисмо могли сарађивати.En: "Maybe we could collaborate.Sr: Замислимо како би твоје биљке могле украсити моје пројекте.En: Imagine how your plants could decorate my projects."Sr: "Драганово лице обасјало се узбуђењем.En: Dragan's face lit up with excitement.Sr: Осећање вредности и поноса испунило му је срце.En: A feeling of worth and pride filled his heart.Sr: На крају тог дана, Ботаничка башта није била само место где је радио, већ је постала позорница за ново пријатељство и професионалну прилику.En: By the end of that day, the botanical garden was not just a place where he worked; it had become the stage for a new friendship and professional opportunity.Sr: Топли летњи ветар њихао је биљке, а Драган је осетио како његова каријера коначно цвета, баш као и цвеће око њега.En: The warm summer breeze swayed the plants, and Dragan felt his career finally blooming, just like the flowers around him.Sr: Био је спреман за нове изазове, и уз Миленину подршку, његов свет је био светлији него икад.En: He was ready for new challenges, and with Milena's support, his world was brighter than ever. Vocabulary Words:illuminated: обасјавалоblossomed: расквтало сеpeers: вршњацимаpondered: размишљаоexotic: егзотичнеinspiration: инспирацијуgleefully: озраеноdravendar: дрвендаркеdelighted: обрадованаcultivated: негујеpassion: страстfascinated: фасциниранаdedicated: посвећенcollaborate: сарађиватиdecorate: украситиlit up: обасјало сеworth: вредностиpride: поносаbreeze: ветарswayed: њихаоchallenges: изазовеsupport: подршкуbreathed: дишеswirled: заковитлалеfriendship: пријатељствуopportunity: приликуstage: позорницаunique: јединственимformer: некадашњемsummer: лета

The National Garden Scheme is a national treasure, raising millions for charities and giving access to gorgeous gardens for those who need them most.It's a joy this week to be joined by former GP and National Garden Scheme CEO Dr Richard Claxton to explore how 3,200 gardens – from stately homes to hospital rooftops and new-build backyards – are transforming health and access to green space across the UK. In this episode, discover:How the National Garden Scheme quietly turns open gardens, tea and cake into £3.9 million a year for nursing and healthcare charitiesWhy Richard Claxton believes gardening is one of the most powerful tools we have for long-term wellbeingHow the NGS has evolved from stately homes and rectories to include community gardens, and small, relatable plotThe story behind transformative projects like the intensive care roof garden at King's College HospitalHow balconies, new-build gardens and shared plots can play a vital role in our health and connection to natureRichard Claxton:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richardclaxtongardens/The National Garden Scheme: https://www.instagram.com/nationalgardenscheme/See our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

In today's episode, we talk with Carly and Rachel of Kale Blossom about environmental toxins, what matters when it comes to everyday exposure, and how mothers can make thoughtful changes without getting pulled into fear-based messaging.The conversation around “low-tox living” can quickly become overwhelming, especially during pregnancy and early motherhood, when concern for your baby is understandably high. We wanted to cut through the noise and ask a more useful question: where does reducing exposure meaningfully matter, and where are women being sold anxiety?We talk about some of the highest-impact places to focus, including fragrance, household cleaning products, skincare, indoor air quality, plastics, and common materials in the home. We also discuss realistic, budget-conscious swaps, the role of overall health in supporting the body's natural detoxification processes, and why perfection is neither possible nor necessary.This is a practical conversation about relative risk, informed decision-making, and reducing toxic burden in a way that feels sustainable rather than stressful.#221 | Understanding Fetal-Maternal Microchimerism with Rachel Marynowski of @Kale.BlossomKale Blossom**********Send us Fan Mail Support the showAccess our workshops: Have a Physiologic Birth in the Hospital and Ultrasound: The Research vs RhetoricNeeded

We've learned from years of unpredictable weather patterns that the climate is demanding more of our plants than ever before, and while some struggle, others quietly thrive throughout it all.In this episode, Sarah is joined by Josie Lewis to explore which plants are quietly thriving through late frosts, heatwaves and torrential rain with a practical, down-to-earth shortlist of resilient perennials, shrubs, grasses and ground covers to help your garden cope with an increasingly unpredictable climate.In this episode, discover:How long-observed changes in weather are reshaping which plants can thrive in the gardenWhich resilient perennials, shrubs and grasses are coping best with “swivelly” weather, and why traits like tap roots and silver, hairy foliage matterWhich much-loved plants are starting to struggle with mildew, black spot and stressPractical, down-to-earth techniques for helping your garden weather extremes conditionsProducts mentioned:Bluebells (Native British): https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hyacinthoides-non-scripta-bluebellsEryngiums (Sea Hollies): https://www.sarahraven.com/products/eryngium-alpinum?srsltid=AfmBOopO4Ifg4rzCW2YkMWRcqgDXIRlXUqsM8bCbvKl2l68rTKaBJU4lLavender: sarahraven.com/products/lavender-munsteadRosemary ‘Tuscan Blue': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/rosemary-tuscan-blue?srsltid=AfmBOoqw1cACNvCEpOmZsANIbxqDCLnJbnUK2yiqwuVl2Cvfo8ZtYvMyOriganum vulgare (Oregano): https://www.sarahraven.com/products/wild-marjoram?srsltid=AfmBOopv0ainVpy6LtMUQZNXz7j2uk0S8_o0MhkfGzThC64AF9eaF1l-Lychnis coronaria (Magenta): https://www.sarahraven.com/products/lychnis-coronariaStipa gigantea: https://www.sarahraven.com/products/stipa-giganteaQuaking Grasses (Briza species): https://www.sarahraven.com/products/briza-maxima-greater-quaking-grass?srsltid=AfmBOorNYwPg5Ia0BbbQNr1nHeMdY4zpd_RelqlM_oWx8Ukfkg6qb-YpOxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare): https://www.sarahraven.com/products/leucanthemum-vulgaris?srsltid=AfmBOoqICKKwsHKsI_Az1IDEef6FTGyX2985v8xOzJWJz6vK2m39rH80Salvia ‘Cerro Potosi': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/salvia-microphylla-cerro-potosiSalvia ‘Jezebel': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/salvia-jezebel?srsltid=AfmBOoo9zChqz4ORp4p1PjjxPn-FE0S9HtVs0nqaEzWg3SHc0sPNNdRESalvia ‘Royal Bumble': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/salvia-x-jamensis-royal-bumble?srsltid=AfmBOorDeIIZi7sAEHWbPIlPsgg6Nvy-c1HUTkEyZNvgfHTKvBI0VLH5Phlox ‘David': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/phlox-paniculata-davidPhlox ‘Blue Paradise': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/phlox-paniculata-blue-paradiseSee our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Tonight, this gentle 3 hour sleep meditation helps you reconnect with the beautiful strength and softness within you. As you relax more deeply, you'll drift into peaceful, healing sleep. Love,

Del disco del compositor, arreglista y guitarrista brasileño Edson Natale con orquesta de cuerdas, 'Mana', dedicado a la memoria de su amiga la periodista, musicóloga e investigadora María Luiza Kfoury, sus composiciones 'Pinda', 'Sol de inverno', 'Amor porteño', 'Solavanco' y 'Velhas almas'. De la grabación, en febrero de 1990, de la cantante británica Norma Winstone con la alemana NDR Radio Orchestra, editada ahora por primera vez en disco, 'A timeless place' -letra de Norma para 'The peacocks' de Jimmy Rowles-, 'Ladies in Mercedes' de Steve Swallow y 'Life in the modern world' de Ivan Lins. En su disco 'Blossom', la trompetista Airelle Besson y el acordeonista Lionel Suárez tocan a dúo 'Blossom', 'Answer, my love', 'La course' y 'Au lait', de Pat Metheny y Lyle Mays, de la que también escuchamos un fragmento en la grabación original de 1981 del Pat Metheny Group.Escuchar audio

Your workday doesn't always end when you close your laptop. In this episode, Dr Blossom shares  why your mind stays "on call," how that affects your leadership, relationships, and wellbeing, and what it takes to become fully present in the room you're in AND the life you live.  Contact: hello@drjenniferblossom.com  IG: @drjenniferblossom  My Nautral-Bioactive Peptides 

Lisa J-Stocks |  ⁨@LisaJStocks⁩  bought VTI for over three years straight — then she stopped. In this interview, she explains why she shifted to growth, the two stocks she's buying now (SPMO and SMH), and the simple mindset trick that keeps her investing no matter what: treat it like a bill you have to pay. We hear about her top holding, FXAIX, the monthly dividend stocks she still owns (and how they're really doing), and the hard lesson behind her favorite line: "When you know better, you do better."[⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link to YouTube Video⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]Find out more about OVL from the horse's mouth ⁠HERE⁠ Warren Buffett's 2012 ⁠Annual Shareholder Letter⁠Special Offer - One FREE Month of Simply Safe Dividends... no credit card required! ⁠⁠Click HERE!⁠⁠

Robert and Austin talk about Agility Robotics' SPAC, Tesla & SpaceX merger rumors, and Apple raising pricing on their devices. We're also joined by Rob Wiesenthal, CEO of BLADE, to discuss the future of air mobility. ---

What Pam Corbin doesn't know about preserves, isn't worth knowing. She's an oracle on all things jam - hence her apt nickname, ‘Pam the Jam'.For the home cook, and for those with a kitchen garden worthy of capturing its fruity goodness, this week's episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' with Pam is a perfect entry point to creating your own jams.She and Sarah share the secrets behind turning seasonal fruit and veg into beautiful jars of low‑sugar jams, compotes and chutneys that actually taste of the fruit, not just the sugar!In this episode, discover:How Pam moved from a tiny jam business in a converted pig unit to writing modern classics on preservesWhy traditional jam recipes were so heavy on sugar, and how to safely make lower‑sugar, soft‑set jams todayPractical, step‑by‑step tips for tricky fruits like strawberries and raspberries – including staging your jam, managing foam, and avoiding overcooked, rock‑hard resultsSimple ways to make more than just jam from your harvest, from apricot compotes and bottled cherries to clever uses for rhubarb, courgettes and runner beansHow to choose and use basic preserving kit so you can confidently turn garden gluts into jars on your shelfOrder ‘Pam the Jam: The Book of Preserves':https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pam-Jam-Book-Preserves-Corbin/dp/1408884496See our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Everyone remembers the staff that blossomed. After Korach's rebellion, God instructs Moshe to take twelve staffs - one from each tribal leader - and place them in the Mishkan. By morning, only Aharon's staff has blossomed, confirming that the tribe of Levi has been chosen for spiritual leadership. But what happened to the other eleven staffs? Their owners took them home. Those staffs bore the names of leaders who desired holiness, sought closeness to God, and were willing to stand before Him and be measured. They did not receive the role they hoped for. Their staffs did not blossom. Yet those staffs were not discarded. They were taken home and cherished because they testified to something real and important: the aspiration itself. We often evaluate ourselves only by what we achieve. The Torah suggests a deeper measure. We are shaped not only by what we become, but also by what we genuinely strive to become. Most dreams do not blossom exactly as we hope. Most goals are not fully attained. But the effort, the longing, and the willingness to reach for something holy are themselves part of who we are. The staffs that didn't blossom still mattered. So do the aspirations that shape our lives. Michael Whitman is the senior rabbi of ADATH Congregation in Hampstead, Quebec, and an adjunct professor at McGill University Faculty of Law. ADATH is a modern orthodox synagogue community in suburban Montreal, providing Judaism for the next generation. We take great pleasure in welcoming everyone with a warm smile, while sharing inspiration through prayer, study, and friendship. Rabbi Whitman shares his thoughts and inspirations through online lectures and shiurim, which are available on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5FLcsC6xz5TmkirT1qObkA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adathmichael/ Podcast - Mining the Riches of the Parsha: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mining-the-riches-of-the-parsha/id1479615142?fbclid=IwAR1c6YygRR6pvAKFvEmMGCcs0Y6hpmK8tXzPinbum8drqw2zLIo7c9SR-jc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hWYhCG5GR8zygw4ZNsSmO Please contact Rabbi Whitman (michael@adath.ca) with any questions or feedback, or to receive a daily email, "Study with Rabbi Whitman Today," with current and past insights for that day, video, and audio, all in one short email sent directly to your inbox.

If a problem keeps showing up, it may not be a problem anymore, it may be a system waiting to be built. In this episode, Dr. Blossom unpacks why high-performing leaders often get stuck solving the same frustrations over and over, and how to identify the conversations, standards, and systems that can move you forward. Contact: hello@drjenniferblossom.com  IG: @drjenniferblossom  My Nautral-Bioactive Peptides 

So I kept hearing about this ETF called OVL — it's beaten the S&P 500 since 2019, and now it pays you over 10% a year in monthly checks. Sounded like a cheat code, so I popped the hood. In this one, I break down what's actually inside OVL (spoiler: it's basically VOO), how it uses options to juice that yield, where that 10% monthly payout really comes from, why the fee is 26x higher than VOO, what "return of capital" actually means for your taxes, and who it's really a good fit for. If you've ever wondered whether OVL beats just buying VOO, this'll save you the homework. Educational only — not investment advice. [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link to YouTube Video⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]Find out more about OVL from the horse's mouth HERE Warren Buffett's 2012 Annual Shareholder LetterSpecial Offer - One FREE Month of Simply Safe Dividends... no credit card required! ⁠Click HERE!⁠

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: From Rain to Rainbow: Community Garden Dreams Blossom Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-06-20-07-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: השמש זרחה במלוא עוזה על הגן הקהילתי, מלא בפרחים צבעוניים וצמחים ירוקים.En: The sun shone with all its might on the community garden, full of colorful flowers and green plants.He: האוויר היה מלא בריח של אדמה טרייה וצמיחה.En: The air was filled with the scent of fresh earth and growth.He: הגן עמד לפרוח בעוד שבועות ספורים לחג שבועות, ואריאלה, יונתן ותמר היו עסוקים בהכנות לפסטיבל הקציר הקהילתי.En: The garden was about to bloom for the Shavuot holiday in a few weeks, and Ariella, Yonatan, and Tamar were busy preparing for the community harvest festival.He: אריאלה אכלה ארוחת בוקר במחשבה על הפסטיבל.En: Ariella ate breakfast thinking about the festival.He: היא חלמה על הרחבת הגן למרכז חינוכי רחב יותר.En: She dreamed of expanding the garden into a larger educational center.He: היא ידעה שהפסטיבל יהיה הזדמנות מושלמת לשתף את חזונה עם הקהילה.En: She knew the festival would be the perfect opportunity to share her vision with the community.He: אולם, המכשולים לא היו קטנים: היו בעיות לוגיסטיות וחוסר תקציב.En: However, the obstacles were not small: there were logistical issues and a lack of budget.He: יונתן, פרקטי ודואג, היה עסוק בבדיקת רשימת הציוד.En: Yonatan, practical and concerned, was busy checking the equipment list.He: הוא לא היה בטוח לגבי הוספת אלמנטים חדשים לפסטיבל.En: He was unsure about adding new elements to the festival.He: "מה אם תהיה תקלה?En: "What if there's a malfunction?"He: " שאל, מבטו כבד מבעיות.En: he asked, his gaze heavy with troubles.He: אבל תמר, עם חיוך רחב על פניה, הייתה בטוחה שהפסטיבל יהיה הצלחה.En: But Tamar, with a broad smile on her face, was confident the festival would be a success.He: "זה יהיה תוצר של עבודה קשה שלנו," היא אמרה, מתונפת בשמחה.En: "It will be a product of our hard work," she said, giddy with joy.He: ביום הפסטיבל, השמש נעלמה מאחורי ענני סערה אפורים.En: On the day of the festival, the sun disappeared behind gray storm clouds.He: פתאום, ברקים ורעמים מילאו את השמים.En: Suddenly, lightning and thunder filled the skies.He: אריאלה, יונתן ותמר היו צריכים לפעול מהר כדי להגן על הציוד מהגשם.En: Ariella, Yonatan, and Tamar had to act quickly to protect the equipment from the rain.He: כולם עבדו ביחד, ויונתן, שהבין את חשיבות הביצוע האמנותי, הציע פתרונות יצירתיים שהתגלו מייד כיעילים.En: Everyone worked together, and Yonatan, understanding the importance of artistic execution, suggested creative solutions that immediately proved effective.He: הגשם הפסיק וטיפות השמש חזרו לזרוח, ויצרו קשת מופלאה מעל הגן.En: The rain stopped, and the sun's rays returned to shine, creating a wonderful rainbow over the garden.He: האנשים התחילו לחזור, אוכלים עוגות גבינה וחלב כמתנה מסורתית לשבועות.En: People began to return, eating cheesecake and dairy as a traditional Shavuot gift.He: בסיום הפסטיבל, אריאלה לקחה את המיקרופון וסיפרה לכולם על חזונה להרחבת הגן.En: At the end of the festival, Ariella took the microphone and told everyone about her vision to expand the garden.He: היא הציגה את הרעיונות שלה כיצד להפוך את הגן למקום חינוכי לכל הגילאים והזמינה את הקהילה להיות חלק מהשינוי.En: She presented her ideas on how to transform the garden into an educational place for all ages and invited the community to be part of the change.He: לחיוך שוב חזר לפניה של תמר, ויונתן הבין שהתמיכה הקהילתית והיצירתיות שלהם יוכלו להגשים את החלום של אריאלה.En: The smile returned to Tamar's face, and Yonatan realized that their community support and creativity could make Ariella's dream come true.He: הקהילה הרעימה במחיאות כפים והביעה הסכמה לעזור.En: The community erupted in applause and expressed their willingness to help.He: אריאלה ידעה שהיא עשתה את ההחלטה הנכונה לשתף.En: Ariella knew she had made the right decision to share.He: יונתן ראה כיצד גם בלבול והפתעה יכולים להוביל לשותפות אמת.En: Yonatan saw how even confusion and surprise could lead to true partnership.He: כך הסתיים לו הפסטיבל בהצלחה גדולה, עם גן קהילתי חדש ומלא תקווה לעתיד.En: And so, the festival ended with great success, with a new community garden full of hope for the future.He: אריאלה למדה לתאם את שאיפותיה עם צרכי הקהילה, ויונתן למד לבטוח בפתרונות יצירתיים.En: Ariella learned to align her aspirations with the needs of the community, and Yonatan learned to trust creative solutions.He: זיכרון הקשת ומעגל האנשים המאוחדים יישאר בליבם ימים רבים לאחר מכן.En: The memory of the rainbow and the circle of united people would remain in their hearts for many days to come. Vocabulary Words:shone: זרחהbloom: לפרוחfestive: חגיגיobstacles: מכשוליםlogistical: לוגיסטיותmalfunction: תקלהequipment: ציודgiddy: מתונפתlightning: ברקיםthunder: רעמיםcreative: יצירתייםwonderful: מופלאהtransform: להפוךaspirations: שאיפותיהrainbow: קשתvision: חזוןexpressed: הביעהconcerned: דואגexecution: ביצועharvest: קצירexpand: הרחבתdairy: חלבfestival: פסטיבלstorm: סערהapplause: מחיאות כפייםmicrophone: מיקרופוןscent: ריחcommunity: קהילהopportunity: הזדמנותtrust: להבטיחBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Affirm CEO and PayPal co-founder Max Levchin joins us to explain how AI agents are about to change the way you shop, pay, and find deals online. We get into Affirm's new partnership with Google, what "agentic commerce" actually means for your wallet, and the one money habit he thinks most people are missing.---

Stacy Lee is an award-winning author from New England, best known for her Nubble Light Series and Prickly Pen Investigation Series. Her novel Operation Superglue won first place in Private Investigator Fiction at The BookFest and was featured on a billboard in Times Square, New York City. Stacy is also the Director of Client Education and Marketing at Legacy Care Law Firm, her family's business, and a lifelong storyteller who weaves love, resilience, and the strength of family into every book she writes. For more information, please visit https://www.stacyleeauthor.com/.Connect on social media: https://www.facebook.com/StacyLeeNubbleLightSeries/https://x.com/stacy_authorhttps://www.instagram.com/stacyleeauthor/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

There are few flowers more quintessential than the rose, and it's safe to say that there's a perfect rose for everyone's tastes. This week's ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' delves into the world of roses, with someone whose love for a great rose knows no bounds: Josie Lewis.Whether you're looking for a rose with a particular colour to combine with the beauty of your existing garden, or you're more pressed by scent and structure, we hear which are the absolute best roses to grow, and how best to tend to them for healthy, reliable growth.In this episode, discover:Which varieties of Roses are the standout performers for each colour groupThe best ramblers, bloomers and climbers, from the huge, creamy white Wedding Day to the beautiful copper-brown Hot ChocolateHow to make your roses last in water for maximum vase lifeSee our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Kyle Eric is a comedian. I've had the pleasure to watch Blossom the first time I spoke with him a few months back when we were still doing audio check that out he was only two months in a comedy, but he showed me that knowing yourself and speaking with your own genuine voices, very important to what we do I had no idea he rapped before this and instead of a compliment the truth is you can do anything you want in life if you work at it, we ramble incoherently and do some bits. Enjoy.Follow his ig Kyleeric508And mine ityt.podYOU CAN CONTACT US RIGHT HERE!

Robert and Austin talked about three credit myths holding people back: you have to be rich to have great credit, carrying a balance helps your credit score, and closing old credit cards is a smart play. ---

  In this episode of Beautiful People at the Florist's Table, Val McNichols sits down with Pennylyn Woosley, founder of Blossom and Bee Floral in New Jersey. Pennylyn shares how growing up in her family's garden center shaped her path — even as she tried to escape it — and how a degree in business and finance ultimately became one of her greatest assets as a floral designer. She opens up about the rare intersection of creativity and financial literacy, and why she's passionate about helping other florists understand the business behind the blooms. They also dig into her work with the AIFD design team, taking gold at the Philadelphia Flower Show, and what it takes to push creative boundaries on one of the industry's biggest stages. It's a conversation about passion, perseverance, and building a floral career that's as smart as it is beautiful. Visit the link for show notes and video podcast: https://www.mayesh.com/blog/beautiful-people-pennylyn-woosley

Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. This mindful meditation is an invitation to reconnect with your inner beauty, strength, and personal growth. As you breathe deeply and soften into stillness, you'll nurture self-love, emotional healing, and peaceful awareness from within. Perfect for mindfulness, relaxation, confidence, emotional balance, and self-care. Love,

This Christmas might feel a while away, but if there's one way to prepare right now for a more stunning and sustainable tree, it's with alliums.Sarah's love of alliums is well-documented on the podcast, but this week she's recalling some of the most show-stopping varieties with which to decorate this Christmas, and the joys that they'll bring as ‘colour baton-carriers' in spring.In this episode, discover:Which alliums are perfect for bridging the gap between tulips going over and sweet peas emergingSome extravagant, statement-making varieties like the remarkably tall ‘Summer Drummer' or sculptural shapes of ‘Magic'Tips for preparing your alliums to sustainably decorate your tree this ChristmasProducts mentioned:Allium hollandicum 'Purple Sensation'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-hollandicum-purple-sensationAllium cristophiihttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-cristophiiAllium nigrumhttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-nigrumAllium stipitatum 'Summer Drummer'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-stipitatum-summer-drummerAllium schubertii 'Magic'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-schubertii-magicAllium jesdianum 'Purple Rain'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-purple-rainSee our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

We live in a world overflowing with information, yet clarity seems harder to find than ever. In this episode, Dr. Blossom explores why wisdom isn't about knowing more; it's about developing the discernment to recognize what truly deserves your attention, energy, and life. Contact: hello@drjenniferblossom.com  IG: @drjenniferblossom  THE SECOND BLOOM JOURNAL Nervous System Assessment

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Spring Serendipity: When Chance Encounters Blossom Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-06-07-22-34-01-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en vakker, kjølig vårmorgen i Oslo.En: It was a beautiful, cool spring morning in Oslo.No: Sola skinte gjennom bladene i nabolagsparken, og blomster spredte fargerike tepper.En: The sun shone through the leaves in the neighborhood park, and flowers spread colorful carpets.No: Sindre, en rolig og ettertenksom lærer, spaserte gjennom parken med hunden sin, Mika.En: Sindre, a calm and thoughtful teacher, strolled through the park with his dog, Mika.No: Han likte de stille morgenene, hvor han kunne samle tankene før jobb.En: He enjoyed the quiet mornings, where he could gather his thoughts before work.No: Men denne morgenen var annerledes.En: But this morning was different.No: På stien så han Elin, en livlig og vennlig grafisk designer, med sin lekne hund, Luna.En: On the path, he saw Elin, a lively and friendly graphic designer, with her playful dog, Luna.No: De hadde møtt hverandre noen få ganger før, men bare utvekslet høflige nikk.En: They had met a few times before, but only exchanged polite nods.No: Elin var en utendørsentusiast som alltid så ut til å lyse opp omgivelsene.En: Elin was an outdoor enthusiast who always seemed to brighten her surroundings.No: Luna drog i båndet, ivrig etter å hilse på Mika.En: Luna tugged at the leash, eager to greet Mika.No: "Hoi, Elin.En: "Hi, Elin.No: Hvordan går det?En: How's it going?"No: " spurte Sindre forsiktig, mens han holdt Mika i tøylene.En: Sindre asked cautiously, while holding Mika back.No: Elin smilte varmt.En: Elin smiled warmly.No: "Hei, Sindre!En: "Hi, Sindre!No: Det går bra.En: It's going well.No: Det er en perfekt dag for en tur, ikke sant?En: It's a perfect day for a walk, isn't it?"No: " svarte hun blidt.En: she replied cheerfully.No: De to begynte å gå sammen, hundene løp lekent foran dem.En: The two began walking together, their dogs playfully running ahead.No: Mens de snakket om alt fra jobber til hobbyer, merket Sindre hvor lett det var å prate med Elin.En: As they talked about everything from jobs to hobbies, Sindre noticed how easy it was to talk to Elin.No: Hun hadde en evne til å få folk til å føle seg velkomne, og Sindre begynte sakte å åpne opp.En: She had an ability to make people feel welcome, and Sindre slowly began to open up.No: Likevel, innerst inne, kjente Sindre en tvil.En: Nevertheless, deep down, Sindre felt a doubt.No: Han hadde opplevd hjertesorg før, og frykten for å bli skuffet igjen holdt ham tilbake.En: He had experienced heartbreak before, and the fear of being disappointed again held him back.No: Men samtidig ønsket han virkelig å finne meningsfullt selskap.En: But at the same time, he truly wished to find meaningful companionship.No: Noe ved Elin trakk ham mot å prøve igjen.En: Something about Elin drew him to try again.No: En ettermiddag, etter flere tilfeldige møter i parken, bestemte Sindre seg for å ta et skritt ut av komfortsonen.En: One afternoon, after several chance meetings in the park, Sindre decided to step out of his comfort zone.No: "Elin, kunne du tenke deg å ta en kaffe en dag?En: "Elin, would you like to grab a coffee someday?"No: " spurte han, nervøs men håpefull.En: he asked, nervous but hopeful.No: Elin smilte bredt.En: Elin smiled broadly.No: "Jeg ville gjerne det, Sindre!En: "I would love to, Sindre!"No: "Dagen etter møttes de i parken igjen.En: The next day, they met in the park again.No: Plutselig begynte det å regne.En: Suddenly, it started to rain.No: De småregnede dråpene fanget dem uforberedt, og de søkte raskt ly under en paviljong.En: The light raindrops caught them off guard, and they quickly sought shelter under a pavilion.No: Her, omgitt av lukten av våt jord og lyden av raslende blader, begynte de en dypere samtale.En: Here, surrounded by the smell of wet earth and the sound of rustling leaves, they began a deeper conversation.No: Under lyden av regnet, delte Sindre litt av sin historie.En: Amid the sound of the rain, Sindre shared a bit of his story.No: Han snakket om tidligere skuffelser og sine ønsker for fremtiden.En: He talked about past disappointments and his hopes for the future.No: Elin lyttet nøye og delte så sine egne erfaringer.En: Elin listened carefully and then shared her own experiences.No: De lo sammen over små hverdagslige ting og fant trøst i hverandres forståelse.En: They laughed together over small everyday things and found comfort in each other's understanding.No: Etterhvert stilnet regnet.En: Eventually, the rain subsided.No: Elin foreslo at de skulle gå tilbake sammen, og Sindre følte en ny varme stige i brystet.En: Elin suggested they walk back together, and Sindre felt a new warmth rising in his chest.No: Håpet om et nytt kapittel begynte å vokse i ham.En: The hope for a new chapter began to grow in him.No: Da de gikk hjemover, fniste og samtalte de uten press og med nyvunnet forbindelse.En: As they walked home, they giggled and conversed without pressure and with newfound connection.No: Sindre kjente motet vokse, tilfreds med at å ta risiko for å åpne hjertet var nødvendig for egen lykke.En: Sindre felt his courage grow, content that taking risks to open the heart was necessary for his own happiness. Vocabulary Words:strolled: spasertethoughtful: ettertenksomlively: livligenthusiast: entusiastbrighten: lyse opptugged: drogcautiously: forsiktigcheerfully: blidtcompanionship: selskapdisappointed: skuffetplayfully: lekentleash: båndetsought: søktepavilion: paviljongrustling: raslendesubside: stilnetgiggled: fnistesurroundings: omgivelserexchanged: utveksletnods: nikkcourage: motunderstanding: forståelsemeaningful: meningsfulltchance meetings: tilfeldige møtercomfort zone: komfortsonenraindrops: småregnede dråperwarmth: varmeheartbreak: hjertesorgshelter: lycarpets: tepper

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Biennials – plants which flower in their second year – may often be overlooked by us gardeners, but between their value for money, wonderful scent, and versatility they're among the best plants to sow and grow in any garden.Sarah makes the case for brilliant biennials in this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange', exploring how she came to appreciate their beauty, and which varieties are best for all aspects of your space.In this episode, discover:How the right mix of biennials can fill the awkward May gap with prolific blooms, all for the price of a seed packetThe best early-flowering biennials, from fragrant wallflowers to the scented sweet rocket, Hesperis matronalisMoth-pollinated varieties with rich fragrance and velvety textures to create a pollinator paradiseProducts mentioned:Digitalis purpurea 'Sutton's Apricot'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/digitalis-purpurea-suttons-apricotDigitalis purpurea f. albiflorahttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/digitalis-purpurea-albaMalope trifida 'Vulcan'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/malope-trifida-vulcanLunaria annuahttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/lunaria-annuaIceland poppy (Papaver nudicaule)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/papaver-nudicaule-champagne-bubbles-mix-f1See our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

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Every garden space deserves a chance to be transformed into a beautiful space which breathes, rather than constricts, and Pollyanna Wilkinson is a master of such designs.Polly joins Sarah this week to share her no‑nonsense methods for transforming everything from boxy new‑build plots to tired, inherited gardens into layered, soulful spaces. In this episode, discover:How to think like a garden designer, surveying, shaping and structuring spaces before you plantPractical ways to transform new‑build and small gardens, or refresh an existing gardenGuidance on choosing materials and finishes that feel good underfoot, are easy to maintain, and will age beautifully over time.How to use colour and planting layers to create a soulful, wildlife‑friendly garden with interest through the seasonsProducts mentioned:Amelanchier lamarckii:sarahraven.com/products/amelanchier-lamarckiiLavender ‘Munstead': sarahraven.com/products/lavender-munsteadNepeta x faassenii 'Kit Kat':sarahraven.com/products/nepeta-x-faassenii-kit-katSee our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

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