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Seen through the eyes of a main character who can't remember anything from life before the prison, you get to explore this strange, grim world from first principles. Its an alien way to explore an alien place, and the mystery just keeps getting deeper all the way through. The ending makes this a stylistically divisive book - you're gonna love it or you're gonna hate it. Join the Hugonauts book club on discordOr you can watch the episode on YouTube if you prefer videoAs always, no spoilers until the end when we get into the full plot explanation and discussion.Similar books we recommend: The Buried Giant by Kazuo IshiguroThe Handmaid's Tale by Margaret AtwoodThe Book of the Unnamed Midwife by Meg ElisonThis episode is sponsored by Mindstock by Richard Yonk, available here. If you want to jump around, here are the timestamps for the episode:  00:00 Intro01:00 Book setup01:45 Sponsor - Mindstock by Richard Yonck2:17 Our review 4/53:50 Must be dystopia, journal time5:00 Environmental storytelling8:21 Hyper rational main character?11:29 Harpman's family in the holocaust17:15 Shadow of the Colossus18:15 The Buried Giant19:02 The Handmaid's Tale19:46 Book of the Unnamed Midwife20:54 Spoilers section - book summary22:44 Spoilers section - discussion

Text the Bookcast and say "hi"!Welcome to Your Next Great Read! Hannah and I welcome author Laura Vogt - her debut novel, In the Great Quiet, releases in March. We have a lot of fun with Laura botching author names, giving family shout outs, and hearing Hannah's first impressions of The Long Walk. Oh, and we talk about books too - historical fiction, fantasy, sci fi, and horror - something for every reader. Connect with Laura: website | Instagram | TikTokConnect with Hannah: website | Twitter | Instagram | TikTokThis episode of YNGR is brought to you by Nouscraft World 1: The Zombie Apocalypse by Leonard Buford. On sale now!Discussed on the showLauraThirteen Moons - Charles FrazierMystic and Rider (12 Houses) - Sharon ShinnWild Dark Shore - Charlotte McConaghyNever Let Me Go - Kazou IshiguroHannahThe Book of Accidents - Chuck WendigThe Giver of Stars - JoJo MoyesThe Night Guest - Hildur KnútsdóttirThe Magician's Nephew - C.S. LewisJHole in the Sky - Daniel H. WilsonAnji Kills a King - Evan LeikamThe Southern Book Club Guide to Slaying Vampires - Grady HendrixWatership Down - Richard AdamsConnect with J: website | TikTok | Twitter | Instagram | FacebookShop the Bookcast on Bookshop.orgMusic by JuliusH

Inner peace doesn't always come from serious effort — sometimes, it starts with pure fun! In this episode, Deborah sits down with Emily Iannuzzelli to explore the surprising and transformative power of improv. More than just comedy, improv can be a powerful tool for healing, growth, and joy. It's a path you may never have considered before, but this conversation might open your eyes to a whole new way of finding peace!Here are the things to expect in the episode:What inspired Emily to step into improvThe unexpected life-changing benefits of improv classesHow clarity fuels the process of manifesting goalsThe role of play in creating a balanced adult lifeA sneak peek into Emily's upcoming bookAnd much more!About Emily:Emily Iannuzzelli is an improv teacher, somatic facilitator, and writer based in Baltimore. She blends comedy, nervous system science, and embodiment to help people heal through play. A project manager by day, Emily brings clarity and heart to every space she leads—whether hosting workshops, mentoring women, or building digital experiences. She's currently writing a book weaving memoir, nervous system theory, and spiritual principles of creativity. Emily's work uplifts creative, neurodivergent women through humor, regulation, and authentic connection.How to Find Emily:Website: https://emilyiannuzzelli.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/find.focus.withinBook Recommendations:The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert Mind Over Back Pain by John Sarno, M.D. Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke, M.D.  Connect with Deborah Kevin:Website: www.deborahkevin.comSubstack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher Check out Highlander Press:Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpressInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpressFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress

This Closet Disco Queen pot-cast episode features hosts Queenie and TT discussing their experiences with adult-use cannabis in a humorous and educational manner. They reflect on a recent family visit involving Queenie's elderly aunt, who has surprising resilience. The discussion covers different cannabis products and their effects, as well as policy issues regarding cannabis expungement laws. They also touch upon professional concerns regarding cannabis use, and share light-hearted stories about how cannabis can alter perceptions and actions. The episode closes with personal updates and future plans.Welcome to the Closet Disco Queen Pot-Cast, a comedy podcast with music and pop culture references that keeps you laughing and engaged. Join our hosts, Queenie & TT as they share humorous anecdotes about daily life, offering women's perspectives on lifestyle and wellness. We dive into funny cannabis conversations and stories, creating an entertaining space where nothing is off-limits. Each episode features entertaining discussions on pop culture trends, as we discuss music, culture, and cannabis in a light-hearted and inclusive manner. Tune in for a delightful blend of humor, insight, and relatable stories that celebrate life's quirks and pleasures. Our Closet Disco Queen Pot-Cast deals with legal adult cannabis use and is intended for entertainment purposes only for those 21 and older Visit our Closet Disco Queen Pot-Cast merch store!Find us on Facebook and Green Coast RadioSound from Zapsplat.com, https://quicksounds.com, 101soundboards.com #ToneTransfer

For Episode 206, fellow podcaster Jason Blitman, host of the Gays Reading podcast, joins Sarah to go behind the scenes of producing book festivals. They talk about how he came to reading later in his life and how his journey as a reader led him to his current role. Also, they discuss how he approaches author interviews. Plus, Jason shares his book recommendations.  This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Jason's experience with becoming a “later in life reader” How Jason got his start in podcasting and started the Gays Reading podcast The method and madness behind choosing which authors to feature Jason turns the tables on Sarah and asks her an interview question With 2 different book festivals under his belt, Jason shares what producing these events entails How authors and special guests are chosen for book festivals Managing authors' expectations, difficulties, and comfort levels at these large events Plus, ALL of Jason's book recommendations are from LGBTQIA+ authors! Jason's Book Recommendations [39:38] Two OLD Books He Loves A Star is Bored by Byron Lane (2020) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [40:00] Still Life by Sarah Winman (2021) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [42:01] Other Books Mentioned Tin Man by Sarah Winman (2017) [43:32]   Two NEW Books He Loves Disappoint Me by Nicola Dinan (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [44:02] The Sunflower Boys by Sam Wachman (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [46:26] One Book He DIDN'T Love Blackouts by Justin Torres (2023) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [48:48] Other Books Mentioned Kiss of the Spider Woman by Manuel Puig (1976) [50:14]  One NEW RELEASE He's Excited About Lean Cat, Savage Cat by Lauren John Joseph (February 17, 2026) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [51:40] Books From the Discussion and Other Links The Slip by Lucas Schaefer (2025) [1:01] Gays Reading | Season 4, Episode 36: Lucas Schaefer (The Slip) feat. Mike Curato, Guest Gay Reader [1:04]  We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker (2021) [1:39]  Unlikely Animals by Annie Hartnett (2022) [1:48]  The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien (1937) [3:29]  To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee (1960) [4:03]  How I Paid for College by Marc Acito (2004) [5:10]  A Visit from the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan (2010) [6:11]  Find Me by André Aciman (2019) [7:31]  Call Me By Your Name by André Aciman (2007) [7:34]  The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han (2009) [8:09] The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai (2018) [8:37]  The Nix by Nathan Hill (2016) [8:54]  Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi (2016) [8:57]  The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel (2021) [11:24]  Mary Jane by Jessica Anya Blau (2021) [11:50] Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin (2022) [12:55] The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue (2023) [14:48] Real Americans by Rachel Khong (2024) [37:20] Charlotte's Web by E. B. White (1952) [38:41] Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes written by Eric Litwin and illustrated by James Dean (2008) [38:43]

Navy-trained leader and SPR Therapeutics CCO Dave Youngberg joins the podcast to talk career lessons, building high-performing teams, and how SPR's neuromodulation therapy is changing the game for pain management.RESOURCESSPR Therapeutics Founder and CEO Maria Bennett on managing pain with nerve stimulation, not drugs 

Welcome back, we have a fun episode this week full of banter, humor, and books. We begin with some book news and upcoming book releases, before getting into our prop bets for "A Court of Thorns and Roses." We end, by discussing the novel "Perfection" by Vincenzo Latronico, a very good book that deals with how we navigate our modern lives. As always, thanks for listening.Contact Us:Instagram @therewillbbooksTwitter @therewillbbooksEmail willbebooks@gmail.comGoodreads: Therewillbebooksko-fi.com/therewillbbookspatreon.com/therewillbbooks

What does it really take to build a school culture where every student can thrive? In this episode of Change Starts Here, host Dustin Odham sits down with Dr. Christi Buell, an educator driven by her passion to create meaningful learning environments that every child deserves.Christi shares how leaders can put people before programs to strengthen school culture, engage students and staff in the process of change, and turn vision into action. She also highlights the importance of celebrating small wins—early and often—as the foundation for lasting transformation.If you've ever wondered how to shift culture, foster connection, and create schools where achievement and support go hand in hand, this conversation will inspire and challenge you to see leadership through a new lens.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Change Starts Here.Download the Our Handout below:https://resources.franklincovey.com/season-6/lbrlh_k12If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/Connect with Dr. Buell on LinkedIn! https://www.linkedin.com/in/christi-buell-b2765716/ Host: Dustin OdhamGuest: Dr. Christi Buell (Assistant Superintendent, Teaching & Learning Arlington ISD)Timestamps: (00:00 - 02:58) Introduction(02:59 - 03:43) Who is Dr. Buell(03:44 - 06:04) Transformation in Education(06:05 - 07:44) Where Do I Start?(07:45 - 12:49) Creating the Why(12:50 - 16:18) Know Your Who(16:19 - 18:30) Leadership Habits(18:31 - 24:03) Leader In Me(24:04 - 31:56) Opening Up(31:57 - 37:05) Implementing Action(37:06 - 41:18) Pride and Drive(41:19 - 47:42) A Foundation of Sand(47:43 - 50:25) Book Recommendations(50:26 - 51:31) Walk Up Song(51:32 - 52:31) A Small Group(52:32 - 54:11) Closing

What does it really take to build a school culture where every student can thrive? In this episode of Change Starts Here, host Dustin Odham sits down with Dr. Christi Buell, an educator driven by her passion to create meaningful learning environments that every child deserves.Christi shares how leaders can put people before programs to strengthen school culture, engage students and staff in the process of change, and turn vision into action. She also highlights the importance of celebrating small wins—early and often—as the foundation for lasting transformation.If you've ever wondered how to shift culture, foster connection, and create schools where achievement and support go hand in hand, this conversation will inspire and challenge you to see leadership through a new lens.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Change Starts Here.Download the Our Handout below:https://resources.franklincovey.com/season-6/lbrlh_k12If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/Connect with Dr. Buell on LinkedIn! https://www.linkedin.com/in/christi-buell-b2765716/ Host: Dustin OdhamGuest: Dr. Christi Buell (Assistant Superintendent, Teaching & Learning Arlington ISD)Timestamps: (00:00 - 02:58) Introduction(02:59 - 03:43) Who is Dr. Buell(03:44 - 06:04) Transformation in Education(06:05 - 07:44) Where Do I Start?(07:45 - 12:49) Creating the Why(12:50 - 16:18) Know Your Who(16:19 - 18:30) Leadership Habits(18:31 - 24:03) Leader In Me(24:04 - 31:56) Opening Up(31:57 - 37:05) Implementing Action(37:06 - 41:18) Pride and Drive(41:19 - 47:42) A Foundation of Sand(47:43 - 50:25) Book Recommendations(50:26 - 51:31) Walk Up Song(51:32 - 52:31) A Small Group(52:32 - 54:11) Closing

Who run the world? GIRLS. Definitely the romance Booktok world.Caitlyn joins the TIC show to talk about female relationships, both in books and real life. The world of fiction provides the ultimate blueprint for female bonds that exceed...well everything. Those of us fortunate enough to have these characters in our real lives know it is a gift worth fighting for. We are better together. You can find Caitlyn on Instragram, TikTok, and Threads @caitlyns_romantasySend us a textSupport the showConnect with usInstagram: https://bit.ly/ourIGpageTikTok: https://bit.ly/ourTiktokpageIntro and Outro music, Sexy Fashion Beat from Coma-Media

Send us a textOur spoiler-free Kingdom of Ash deep dive continues with chapters 22-29.Spoiler section focus: Blue Annis (sorry, Cass). Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.

My guest today is Max Hillebrand, praxeologist, cypherpunk, and open-source advocate dedicated to building freedom tech that empowers individuals through economic and technological sovereignty. As a contributor to projects like Bitcoin Core, Wasabi Wallet, BTCPay Server, JoinMarket, Lightning Network, Bisq, Angor, White Noise, and Amethyst. In this episode, Max shares his journey from Austrian economics into Bitcoin privacy, recounting how tools like CoinJoins, Wasabi, and the Taproot upgrade push Bitcoin closer to true anonymity. We explore the battle between fiat and freedom, the broken incentives of inflation and war, and why opting into Bitcoin is both a moral imperative and a form of resistance. Max also introduces Nostr as the communications layer for a censorship-resistant future, explains the axioms of human action, argumentation ethics, and resistance, and highlights why he believes we now have the technological weapons to end modern financial slavery in our lifetime.► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you!-- SPONSORS --→ Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you'll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn → Shield your bitcoin with time-delayed transactions over multisig with BitVault: https://www.bitvault.sv/ – AFFILIATES –→ Get 10% off on Augmented NAC, with the code YCXKQDK2 via this link: https://store.augmentednac.com/?via=efrat (Note, this is not medical advice and you should consult your MD)→ Watch “New Totalitarian Order” conference with Prof. Mattias Desmet & Efrat - code EFRAT for 10% off: https://efenigson.gumroad.com/l/desmet_efrat → Get a second citizenship and a plan B to relocate to another country with Expat Money, leave your details for a follow up: https://expatmoney.com/efrat → Join me in any of these upcoming events: https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events -- LINKS –Max's Website: https://towardsliberty.com Max's Nostr: npub1klkk3vrzme455yh9rl2jshq7rc8dpegj3ndf82c3ks2sk40dxt7qulx3vtEfrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigsonEfrat's Channels: https://linktr.ee/efenigsonWatch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoiceSupport Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson-- CHAPTERS –00:00 – Coming Up01:23 – Intro to Max05:56 – Max Passion for Austrian Economics06:56 – Bitcoin: Bridging Economics with Computer Science11:16 – Building Freedom Tech14:16 – CoinJoin and Bitcoin Privacy18:56 – Legal & Regulatory Challenges for Privacy Tech – Samurai, Tornado, Wasabi Wallet26:36 – Why Is Privacy Important?29:06 – Economics of Wars & The Broken Window Fallacy41:23 – The Value of Cash and Fiat Currency45:38 – Moving to a Bitcoin Standard & Influence on Businesses50:03 – Max's Take on Bitcoin Treasury Companies52:03 – Nostr & Decentralized Protocols1:00:03 – “White Noise” - Building Nostr Private Encrypted Messaging1:04:48 – Austrian Economics Axioms: Human Action, Argumentation, Resistance1:13:10 – Max's Book Recommendations & Reasons to Stay Hopeful

My guest is Dr. Christof Koch, PhD, a pioneering researcher on the topic of consciousness, an investigator at the Allen Institute for Brain Science and the chief scientist at the Tiny Blue Dot Foundation. We discuss the neuroscience of consciousness—how it arises in our brain, how it shapes our identity and how we can modify and expand it. Dr. Koch explains how we all experience life through a unique “perception box,” which holds our beliefs, our memories and thus our biases about reality. We discuss how human consciousness is changed by meditation, non-sleep deep rest, psychedelics, dreams and virtual reality. We also discuss neuroplasticity (rewiring the brain), flow states and the ever-changing but also persistent aspect of the “collective consciousness” of humanity. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AGZ by AG1: https://drinkagz.com/huberman BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/huberman Our Place: https://fromourplace.com/huberman Helix: https://helixsleep.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Timestamps (0:00) Christof Koch (2:31) Consciousness; Self, Flow States (8:02) NSDR, Yoga Nidra, Liminal States; State of Being, Intelligence vs Consciousness (13:14) Sponsors: BetterHelp & Our Place (15:53) Self, Derealization, Psychedelics; Selflessness & Flow States (19:53) Transformative Experience, VR, Racism & Self; Perception Box, Bayesian Model (28:29) Oliver Sacks, Empathy & Animals (34:01) Changing Outlook on Life, Tool: Belief & Agency (37:48) Sponsors: AGZ by AG1 & Helix Sleep (40:23) Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) & Higher Power (42:09) Neurobiology of Consciousness; Accidents, Covert Consciousness (51:09) Non-Responsive State; Disability Bias, Will to Live, Resilience (55:34) Will to Live, Akinetic Mutism, Neural Correlates of Consciousness (57:43) Conflicting Perception Boxes, Meta Prior, Religion, AI (1:06:47) AI, Violence, Swapping Perception Boxes, Video (1:12:19) 5-MeO-DMT, Psychedelics, Light, Consciousness & Awe; Loss of Self (1:20:54) Death, Mystical Experience, Ocean Analogy; Physicalism & Observer (1:27:57) Sponsor: LMNT (1:29:29) Meditation, Tool: Spacetime Bridging; Ball-bearing Analogy; Digital Twin (1:36:16) Mental Health Decline, Social Media, Pandemic, Family & Play, Tool: Body-Awareness Exercises (1:41:34) Dog Breeds; Movement, Cognitive Flexibility & Longevity (1:47:17) Cynicism, Ketamine, Tool: Belief Effect; Heroes & Finding Flaws (1:52:46) Cynicism vs Curiosity, Compassion; Deaths of Despair, Mental Health Crisis (1:57:26) Jennifer Aniston, Recognition & Neurons; Grandmother Hypothesis (2:03:20) Book Recommendation; Meaning of Life (2:09:10) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow & Reviews, Sponsors, YouTube Feedback, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you an overthinker? Do you think about something way longer than anyone else would? I know I do. I sit there and ruminate over things that most people would have let go of after just a couple minutes. This is the struggle I have- maybe you have this same struggle. So I was so excited when I came across this book this summer. It is a brand-new release by Max Lucado called *Tame Your Thoughts: Three Tools to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life. After seeing it, I bought this book immediately and read it in one day- it is so good! It is full of some truth and practical advice to help. I am going to share some of my favorite takeaways from his new book as well as from an older book called *Anxious for Nothing by Max Lucado. I highly recommend these books! Book Recommendations: *Tame Your Thoughts Book by Max Lucado *Anxious for Nothing by Max Lucado *Depth Book by Jodi Snowdon Other Links to Depth Podcast Episodes and Blog Posts Depth Podcast Episode 75: Cindy Bultema talks about Capitol T Truth! Seeds vs. Weeds Blog Post: How to Live Intentionally and Grow Seeds Instead of Weeds Depth Podcast Episode 147: Reading Chapter 1 of the Depth Book Depth Podcast Episode 148: Going in Depth About Depth For those walking through grief- I highly recommend Depth Podcast Episodes 188-196 where I do one episode for each letter in my STRENGTH Acrostic in my Depth Book! See details below: Seek God and Invite Him into the Pain — Depth Podcast Episode 188 Tearfully Allow Yourself Time to Grieve and Process the Emotions — Depth Podcast Episode 189 Replace your Finite View with God's Infinite Perspective — Depth Podcast Episode 190 Embrace God's Character Development in the Midst of the Chaos — Depth Podcast Episode 191 Never Lose Sight of God's Grace — Depth Podcast Episode 193 Give Praise to God Even as Your Heart Breaks — Depth Podcast Episode 194 Trust God is Good When Your Mind is Doubting and You Don't Understand — Depth Podcast Episode 195 Honestly Share Your Story and Help Another Hurting Heart — Depth Podcast Episode 196 *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!  

Who can you trust when everything feels like it's falling apart? In this heartfelt episode, Deborah sits down with Kimberly De Jong to talk about navigating life's most challenging transitions. Together, they share insights on resilience, trust, and finding hope when circumstances feel out of control. If you're going through a tough season right now, this conversation will remind you that hope and healing are possible! Here are the things to expect in the episode:Kimberly's inspiring writing journey and how it shaped her perspectiveHow Kimberly faced and overcame self-doubt and low self-esteemWhy writing can become a source of confidence and empowermentThe power of faith when navigating life's hardest transitionsHow writing a memoir became a powerful tool for healing and self-discoveryAnd much more! About Kimberly:Kimberly has been married to her husband Phil for 49 years. They live in Central California, in the small city of Ripon. They have two children and six grandchildren. She enjoys quilting, reading, and visiting with her grandchildren when not writing. She published her first book, "Trusting God Through Life's Transitions," at age 68. She is currently working on her second book, "With Me in the Storm," a memoir. Connect with Kimberly De Jong!Website: https://kimberlyadejong.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.dejong.927Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyannedejong/Three Free Devotions from Kimberly's book: https://skilled-artisan-5649.kit.com/f8aa084afd Book Recommendations:Half the Sky by Nicholas D. Kristoff and Sheryl WuDunn Trusting God Through Life's Transitions Kimberly A. De Jong  Connect with Deborah Kevin:Website: www.deborahkevin.comSubstack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher Check out Highlander Press:Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpressInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpressFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress

Hello Writers,This weeks solo episode I'm adding to your TBR, just in case it wasn't big enough already. Here are the books I'm recommending you add to your bookshelf for the rest of this years reading.Big Creative Love,Liv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab yourself a copy of the limited edition writers journal HERE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHECK OUT MY BOOKS⁠⁠Join the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WRITERS ADVICE PODCAST COMMUNITY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Me:Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@oliviahillierauthor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@writersadvicepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@oliviahillierauthor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@writersadvicepodcast⁠⁠⁠

Inspired by barbershop chats and a brotherly contest over hip-hop facts, the Black Lit Network is a digital resource designed to make African American literature more widely accessible. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville professor Howard Rambsy II co-leads the project. He discusses how a recent $1.6 million grant to SIUE for the project will boost its reach and impact. He also speaks to the significance of investing in efforts to amplify African American writers, works, and ideas – especially through a public higher education institution in the Midwest, and the larger St. Louis region.

Rachel and Matt discuss the final installment of the Dark Tower series by Stephen King. Part 2 of 2 of our discussion.  There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network!Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah discuss spicy books, serious books, and everything in between (but mostly spicy!). It's like sitting down with girl friends to chat about hot book boyfriends but in podcast format! Listen now at Feast, Sheath, Shatter: A Book Chat PodcastLove Movies, TV Shows and Books in the Fantasy, Scifi, and Horror genre and want to hear more? Check us out at The Strange and Beautiful Book Club where Rachel and her husband Matt discuss all things genre-related.Listen to us chat our way through the greatest scifi tv show ever made on We Are All Kosh - A Babylon 5 podcastLonging for a simpler time in the police procedural genre AND love Vampires? Matt and Rachel also review the classic television show Forever Knight on their podcast, Come in 81 Kilo.Not getting enough sweaty 90s sexcapades from your television and movie content? Listen to Meg and Rachel discuss the finer points of Geraint Wyn Davies' career over at Ger Can Get It!You can also:Join us on Instagram here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/strangeandbeautifulnetwork/⁠⁠⁠Find us on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz9ENwKdHrm57Qmu8L4WXwQRiverside.fm is a video/audio recording platform built for podcasters. Check them out today for uncompressed audio and video recording, unlimited transcription services, AI Social Media clips, teleprompter and on screen scripts, and a bunch of other cool stuff too. Make long distance podcasting 100x easier. (Don't work harder, work smarter) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I worked at the cutest little bookstore coffee shop last week. In that small space, the collection had to be heavily curated, with just one or two books by popular authors and launching points for popular series books for kids. But the shop still held one full bookshelf for staff recommendations, covers out. Each employee had their shelf: "Sarah recommends....," "Tia recommends...., "William recommends...," etc. And while I had plenty of my own ideas about what authors I might like to read, I found myself spending a good chunk of my browsing time finding out what Sarah, Tia, William, and the rest of the crew recommended. After all, if someone took the time to share their top favorites of all time, I knew they must be worth MY time. It's this bees-to-honey concept that makes me return, time and again, to the importance of the classroom library and the way you display it. While it's easy to brush off the aesthetics of the library, I repeatedly find that they matter a lot. Fresh displays, careful displays, displays that center books that students love the most... these things support your reading program from the outside in. Students can't become readers without the right books, and the physical space of the library is our chance to show off those books. So this week I've got a fun fall display for you (make your copy here) and I want to walk you through how to put it up, in hopes that this can be a big win for your readers heading into this season of reading. Soon you can add a banned books display, and a Hispanic Heritage Month Display, but for now, we're focusing on putting student favorites at the center. Let's dive in. Remember to grab your copy of the display (and see all the visuals from today's walkthrough) over in the full blog post for today's show at nowsparkcreativity.com. Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Launch your choice reading program with all my favorite tools and recs, and grab the free toolkit. Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram. Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the ‘gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you!  

On this week's episode, we discuss all of our fall bookish recommendations, This includes some sports romances, paranormal romances, books about teen sleuths, and dark academia.

Now, who doesn't love a lore drop? This episode is lore and lore only, so lock in! Find Candace and all their cool things here: https://linktr.ee/candacethemagnificent   → Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Barelybookish → Merch: https://barelybookish.threadless.com/ → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barelybookish/ → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barelybookish?lang=en → Twitter: https://twitter.com/barelybookish → Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/barelybookish/profile → Barely Book Club: https://discord.gg/RpznKHq   About Us: Barely Bookish is a book podcast where Rachel reads through classic literature and modern classics to see if they hold up to modern readers. In this, Rachel and a guest take deep dives into the novels you know and love, making it perfect for people who have read these books in school or those who have never read them before. New episodes come out every Wednesday. Find out more about the podcast over at https://barelybookish.com/.     → Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/BarelyBookish

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Send us a textOur spoiler-free Kingdom of Ash deep dive continues with chapters 14-21.Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.

In this episode of the On the Runs podcast, hosts Eric and Erika welcome Russ from Wrightsocks, who shares his extensive experience in the running industry. The conversation delves into the significance of socks in running, personal running achievements, and the impact of family on athletic pursuits. Russ discusses the evolution of Wrightsocks, known for their double-layered design, and shares his adventurous experience hiking the Presidential Traverse. The episode emphasizes the importance of community in running and the inspiring stories that come from personal journeys in the sport. In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various themes surrounding hiking, running, and the importance of quality socks. They explore personal experiences with hiking challenges, the technology behind sock comfort, and the significance of proper gear in training for races. The discussion also delves into marketing strategies, community engagement, and the impact of trade shows on the running industry. The guests share personal anecdotes, insights on foot health, and the role of socks in enhancing performance, all while maintaining a light-hearted and humorous tone.Chapters02:56 Weekend Adventures: 50K Race and Air Show05:52 The Thrill of the Air Show08:32 Erika's 50K Race Experience11:23 Eric's Hiking Adventure and the Presidential Traverse28:03 Russ Coillot from Wrightsocks30:27 Russ's Journey into the Running Industry33:22 Transition from Real Estate to Retail36:28 The Evolution of Wightsocks42:30 Understanding Sock Technology45:28 The Importance of Sock Quality48:27 Double Layer Socks and Their Benefits52:03 The Importance of Quality Socks56:35 Understanding Sock Technology59:51 The No Blisters Guarantee01:01:03 Sales and Marketing Insights01:05:34 Trade Show Strategies01:09:47 Evolution of Socks for Sports01:15:43 Hockey Connections and Community01:23:21 The Great Sock Debate01:28:07 The Outro01:28:30 Exploring Running Culture and Community01:31:20 Upcoming Live Podcast Event01:34:09 Celebrating Achievements in Running01:37:08 Podcast Growth and SEO Insights01:38:55 Book Recommendations and Personal Stories01:42:42 Closing Thoughts and Listener EngagementVisit Wrightsocks to explore their range of performance socks. Follow them on social media @wrightsocks for more updates and behind-the-scenes My Race Tatts Affiliate Page - 15% of your purchase goes towards our TEAM FORCE Fundraising efforts for the NYC Marathon Wrightsock Affiliate Page - 15% of your purchase goes towards our TEAM FORCE Fundraising efforts for the NYC Marathon Eric's NYC Marathon Fundraiser - Team FORCE, a dynamic organization that supports the hereditary cancer community Erika's Chicago Marathon Fundraiser - for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in memory of her brother, Nick Strava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.com

What happens when you write with zero expectations and end up reaching millions? In this episode, Deborah chats with Manjari Sharma, who shares her incredible journey from self-doubt to fully embracing uncertainty. Her story is a testament to the magic that happens when you trust the process and let creativity lead the way. If you're an author or creative, this conversation will leave you inspired to keep going! Here are the things to expect in the episode:Keily's inspiring success storyManjari's experience of having her work adapted for the screenWhy taking small steps and trusting the process matters more than chasing big, overwhelming expectationsUnsuitable Proposal—Manjari's empowering new novel that speaks directly to women's truthsAnd much more! About Manjari:Born and raised in Lucknow, India, Manjari penned Keily during lockdown on the Inkitt platform. What began as a passion project quickly took off and has since reached over 1 million readers on Galatea and over 600,000 viewers on CandyJar. Thanks to her hard work and with the help of Inkitt, her writing journey has far exceeded what she ever imagined. Connect with Manjari Sharma!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_manjari/Keily by Manjari: https://www.inkitt.com/_ManjariFat Keily: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/655711Keily: https://galatea.com/en/s/1222Keily(TV Short): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33402457/ Book Recommendations:Don't Feed the Monkey Mind by Jennifer Shannon, LMFT  Connect with Deborah Kevin:Website: www.deborahkevin.comSubstack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher Check out Highlander Press:Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpressInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpressFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress

In this episode of Reimagine Childhood, hosted by Monica Healer and brought to you by Early Childhood Christian Network, children's author Valerie Ellis joins the conversation to discuss the impactful role of stories and story time in early childhood education. With extensive experience in teaching and children's ministry, Valerie explains how stories uniquely connect with children and help in teaching both academic and non-academic skills such as emotional literacy and social behavior. She provides practical strategies for making story time effective in classrooms and at home, including her point, pause, and ponder method. Valerie also shares book recommendations and introduces her new book, 'Let's Go Bible Adventures,' which uses transport themes to make Bible stories engaging for young children. This episode is filled with insights for educators and parents on leveraging the power of stories for childhood development. Additional resources and book links are available in the show notes.   00:00 Introduction to Reimagine Childhood 00:42 Meet Valerie Ellis: Author and Educator 01:13 The Power of Stories in Early Childhood Education 03:13 Engaging Children with Stories: Techniques and Tips 09:59 Book Recommendations for Various Learning Domains 16:41 PrimeTime 2025 17:29 Let's Go Bible Adventures: A Unique Bible Storybook 32:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts https://oureverydayparables.com/books/ - 75+ book recommendations for kids ages 0 to 12 in five categories, perfect for families and classrooms pursuing faith, compassion, and fun. We talked about an activity pack for The Mixed-Up Chameleon. Here is the link to that free download: https://oureverydayparables.com/teach-kids-about-god-with-popular-picture-books/ Valerie's books can be found at  https://valerieellis.com/books/ Valerie also does in-person and virtual classroom visits! You can connect with her on Instagram @iamvelerieellis https://instagram.com/iamvalerieellis 

Matt and Rachel discuss the final novel (and in our opinion - the best) in the Dark Tower series by Stephen King There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network!Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah discuss spicy books, serious books, and everything in between (but mostly spicy!). It's like sitting down with girl friends to chat about hot book boyfriends but in podcast format! Listen now at Feast, Sheath, Shatter: A Book Chat PodcastLove Movies, TV Shows and Books in the Fantasy, Scifi, and Horror genre and want to hear more? Check us out at The Strange and Beautiful Book Club where Rachel and her husband Matt discuss all things genre-related.Listen to us chat our way through the greatest scifi tv show ever made on We Are All Kosh - A Babylon 5 podcastLonging for a simpler time in the police procedural genre AND love Vampires? Matt and Rachel also review the classic television show Forever Knight on their podcast, Come in 81 Kilo.Not getting enough sweaty 90s sexcapades from your television and movie content? Listen to Meg and Rachel discuss the finer points of Geraint Wyn Davies' career over at Ger Can Get It!You can also:Join us on Instagram here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/strangeandbeautifulnetwork/⁠⁠⁠Find us on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz9ENwKdHrm57Qmu8L4WXwQRiverside.fm is a video/audio recording platform built for podcasters. Check them out today for uncompressed audio and video recording, unlimited transcription services, AI Social Media clips, teleprompter and on screen scripts, and a bunch of other cool stuff too. Make long distance podcasting 100x easier. (Don't work harder, work smarter) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Send us a textWe're diving into A Court This Cruel and Lovely, the first book in the Kingdom of Lies series by Stacia Stark. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.

Are you unintentionally sabotaging your child's chances of getting into, and affording, the college of their dreams? Most parents and student-athletes overlook the financial, academic, and emotional groundwork that needs to be laid years in advance. Whether your child is in middle school, high school, or their senior year, there are critical steps you must take to avoid debt and maximize opportunities. Discover why starting the college planning process in middle school can save your family tens of thousands of dollars. Learn how to avoid the most common mistakes when choosing colleges based on hype, beach views, or Instagram-worthy dorms. Uncover actionable strategies to position your student as a standout applicant – whether they're a cheerleader, leader, or community service warrior. Press play now to learn from College Ready founder Shellee Howard and set your student up for college success, without crushing debt. Sign Up For Patreon- Early Access and Ad-Free Listening- patreon.com/user?u=122505157  Get Book Updates HERE!⁠ ⁠ Get Your Let's Talk Cheer Podcast T-Shirt⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Jason's On-Demand Coaches Training Videos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Code of Points Cheatsheet FREE⁠ Support Our Sponsors Cheer Biz Accelerator- https://nextgenowners.com/cheer-biz-accelerator/ Global Cheer Worlds- https://globalcheerdance.org/ World Class Championships- https://worldclasscheerleading.com/ Preparing For Full-Outs Digital Course- https://www.vidzing.tv/jasonlarkins/18bcee38-0cab-4d2d-a14a-15132c0f93bd Brittany's Comp Cheer Checklist- instagram.com/stories/highlights/18356656174188077  Jason's Book Recommendations- ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Affiliate Link⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Let's Talk Cheer on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Submit a Question of the Week ⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support this podcast by making donations here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Other great cheerleading podcast to check out- The Cheer Biz Podcast, The Cheer Mom Podcast, Spill the Cheer, Mat Talk Table Talk, Cheer Chats Podcast, MotUS Edge Podcast, The Cheer Dad Podcast and the Here 4 Cheer Podcast

In this episode of "The People Not Titles Podcast," host Steve Kaempf welcomes back Alan Stern, founder of Persona Marketing, who shares his journey from DJ and nightclub promoter to successful car salesman and entrepreneur. Alan discusses overcoming early struggles, the value of specialized knowledge and personal branding, and emphasizes continuous learning, adapting to new technologies like AI, and following your passions for a fulfilling career.Podcast Introduction (00:00:00)Alan Stern's Early Journey: DJ to Car Sales (00:00:23)First DJ Gig and Realization About Skills (00:01:37)Struggles in Car Sales and Learning from Failure (00:03:14)Specializing in Corvettes: The Power of Niche Knowledge (00:05:23)Continuous Learning and the Value of Specialized Knowledge (00:07:09)Book Recommendations for Salespeople (00:08:08)Transition to Luxury Sales and Differentiation (00:08:42)Marketing, Lead Generation, and Building Connections (00:10:21)Self-Improvement and Personal Branding (00:12:30)Overcoming Challenges: ADHD and Environment (00:17:00)Introversion as a Strength in Sales and Networking (00:19:08)Networking Strategies for Introverts (00:20:31)Taking the Leap: Becoming a Full-Time Entrepreneur (00:23:24)Turning Passion and Skills into a Business (00:26:23)Narrowing Focus: The Power of Niches (00:27:10)The HEAT Method for Personal Branding (00:28:20)Practical Marketing Tips for Agents (00:28:56)Leveraging AI and ChatGPT for Marketing (00:33:47)Persona Marketing: Courses, Microsites, and Tools (00:37:21)Defining and Controlling Your Personal Brand (00:40:23)Full episodes available at www.peoplenottitles.comPeople, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues.Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive!www.peoplenottitles.comIG - https://www.instagram.com/peoplenotti...FB - https://www.facebook.com/peoplenottitlesTwitter - https://twitter.com/sjkaempfSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTv...

7 books that made me ask "where has this been all my life?!" These are powerful initiations into a sisterhood of wise, spiritual, wild women. The books I would give to every women, at any age, but especially to my teenage self forming a relationship to her body. Love letters to your powerful shakti energy yet to be awakened. Subscribe to Nicole's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NicoleMelineCreative Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolemeline  https://www.instagram.com/altertogether *****Links to all these books : ***** https://www.amazon.com/shop/nicolemeline/list/15MWM09YGG7I7?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_35K7K0JT1SG5NDJ4QC5A Women Who Run With the Wolves - https://amzn.to/4g20Ckh The Dangerous Old Woman - https://amzn.to/41sInP6 Untamed - https://amzn.to/4oX2eQl Awakening Shakti - https://amzn.to/4nuBzZV The Wisdom of Your Body - https://amzn.to/47GcS8b Pussy: A Reclamation - https://amzn.to/47j7tDJ The Dance of the Dissonant Daughter - https://amzn.to/47nMXSl Blossoms and Bones - https://amzn.to/3VsXm81 Kim Krans' The Wild Unknown Tarot Deck - https://amzn.to/3VsXm81 Additional Books in the same spirit: https://www.amazon.com/shop/nicolemeline/list/15MWM09YGG7I7?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_35K7K0JT1SG5NDJ4QC5A If you are looking for guidance to heal your body image, relationships, and sensuality, these books are for you. Explore Nicole's programs, courses, & 1:1 coaching: https://www.nicolemeline.com/programs Explore the ALTER Together studio and membership at https://www.nicolemeline.com/alter Explore the ALTER Together studio and membership with a free trial: https://alter.nicolemeline.com/catalog Nicole's Amazon Favorites: https://amzn.to/40jriqG The ALTER Together Digital Studio is a sanctuary of movement, meditation, mentorship, leadership training, and heartward community with Nicole Meline. Spirited movement practices including music-driven indoor cycling, yoga inspired mat practice, strength and endurance training celebrating all body types & abilities. ALTER Indoor cycling is a rhythm-driven journey to build grit and soul. The ALTER Practice is a blend of yoga, cardio HIIT and strength training, pilates and barre sculpting, ecstatic dance, and meditation. Let's gather to deepen your practice, fill your mindfulness toolbox, sweat, breathe, and explore delicious mind-body connections. All ALTER practices draw from Nicole's decades of teaching experience and 20+ years of practice and training as a yogi, founding Peloton master instructor, Ironman triathlete, poet, and speaker. Ready to reclaim your wild feminine power? In this video, I'm sharing the Goddess Energy Book Club — the books I wish I could give my 15-year-old self (and every woman navigating reinvention, reclamation, or redefining aging). Together, we'll explore stories, memoirs, and spiritual guides that: ✨ Reconnect you to your divine feminine wisdom

Host Kenny Harper has this enlightening conversation with David Steele, a distinguished wealth manager, restaurateur, artist, and entrepreneur. David shares his unique journey from a financial product salesperson to a fee-based advisor, emphasizing the importance of adding true value to others' lives. Discover his pivotal moments, the significance of integrating values into your business, and practical habits that contribute to success, including goal setting, systematic behavior, and time management. Learn how empathy and striving to make a real impact can lead to a fulfilling business and personal life. Watch for valuable life lessons and actionable advice. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 01:04 David Steele's Career Pivot 03:29 Building a Values-Based Business 05:42 Navigating Tough Times and Goal Setting 09:10 Daily Habits for Success 12:30 Book Recommendations and Insights 16:38 About Win Wealth Advisors 19:09 Final Thoughts and Advice 22:00 Closing Remarks

Send us a textOur spoiler-free Kingdom of Ash deep dive continues with chapters 6-13. Maasverse Spoiler Section at the end of the episode. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.

How can life's greatest challenges shape the way we lead? In this episode, Deborah welcomes Diana Fritz for a powerful conversation on transforming self-doubt into authentic, purpose-driven leadership. Diana shares how overcoming fear and adversity not only redefined her leadership but also ignited her mission to empower others—a story that proves resilience can turn obstacles into opportunities for meaningful change! Here are the things to expect in the episode:The powerful mindset shift that turned Diana's fear of public speaking into confidenceHow Maxwell Leadership principles and the DISC assessment create stronger, more connected teamsWhy uncovering your “blind spots” can transform your leadership styleDiana's courageous nine-year battle with cancer — and how adversity became the catalyst for her purpose-driven missionThe inspiring message behind her book, Uniquely Imperfect, Uniquely QualifiedAnd much more! About Diana:Diana Fritz is a seasoned executive leader, cancer thriver, and advocate for authenticity and resilience. With 25+ years of experience in leadership, operations, HR, and technology, she's known for cultivating strong teams and leading with purpose. A Maxwell Leadership Executive Program member, Certified DISC Consultant, and corporate facilitator, Diana empowers others through values-based leadership. Passionate about impact and connection, she's also a devoted wife, mother, and volunteer who believes everyone deserves to feel seen and valued. Connect with Diana Fritz!Website: https://grituiuq.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-fritz-b032064Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diana.kline.395 Book Recommendations:Holy Bible Today Matters by John Maxwell Uniquely Imperfect Uniquely Qualified by Diana Liggitt Fritz   Connect with Deborah Kevin:Website: www.deborahkevin.comSubstack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher Check out Highlander Press:Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpressInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpressFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress

This second-chance, brother's best-friend romance has Sarah sweating over the angst and us gushing about the MMC.

This week, we met Kyle Gustafson, civil engineer by training, digital commerce expert by career. From scaling office supply giants to building businesses at Amazon, Kyle reflects on what digital transformation really takes and why WIFM – “What's in it for me?” – is the key to adoption and growth.Highlights00:00 – Introduction: Meet Kyle Gustafson & His Career Path02:00 – Lessons from Office Depot, Staples, and OfficeMax04:00 – Building Private Brands and Supply Chains at Amazon06:35 – Transformation Mindset: Thinking 20 Years Ahead11:35 – Why Companies Call for Help: Common Consulting Triggers17:40 – Defining eCommerce: Where's the line? 21:33 – Why Digital Transformation Never Really Ends28:40 – Tech Adoption and the Power of WIFM34:10 – The Alexa Microwave Story: When Customer Value Isn't There39:23 – Leadership Lessons from Mentor Ron Lala45:10 – Book Recommendations & Closing ThoughtsResources MentionedViktor Frankl – Man's Search for MeaningMalcolm Gladwell – The Revenge of the Tipping PointPaul Leonardi and Tsedal Neeley – The Digital Mindset: What It Really Takes to Thrive in the Age of Data, Algorithms, and AI

Brea and Mallory talk about 2025 books they think are underrated! Plus, they talk about what to do if you don't like an audiobook narrator, and recommend reluctant love stories. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreLinks -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupAmazon Wish ListNewsletterLibro.fmTo join our Discord channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership!www.maximumfun.org/joinReadathon - 9/13Glasser Book Club Pick - The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-GarciaBooks Mentioned -Sweet Berries by C.M. NacostaPredatory Natures by Amy GoldsmithIt Rhymes with Takei by George Takei, illustrations by Harmony BeckerOld Soul by Susan BarkerHarriet Tubman: Live in Concert by Bob the Drag QueenBest of All Worlds by Kenneth OppelShark Heart by Emily HabeckHazardous Spirits by Anbara SalamThe Extinction of Experience by Christine RosenThis Town Sleeps by Dennis E. StaplesThe Pairing by Casey McQuistonThe Darkness Outside Us by Eliot SchreferHouse on the Cerulean Sea by TJ KluneEvvie Drake Starts Over by Linda HolmesFlying Solo by Linda Holmes  

Send us a textA love letter to one of our favorite series of all time, the Fever series by Karen Marie Moning, and our original book boyfriend, Jericho Barrons. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.

Welcome to our third annual fall book recommendations episode! Fall is the best season for reading (we don't make the rules), and it's always fun putting together these lists for you! If anyone is hooked on Dramione's while reading Manacled with us, Micaela gives a list of her faves as well!   Come hang out with us on Instagram!   Currently Reading: Manacled by SenLinYu Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy  

Episode #220 In this week's episode, Terri teams up with Coach Lisa Chance to share their favorite reads beyond the must-have TFM titles from Jason Fung and Megan Ramos. As the host of TFM's weekly Community Book Club, Lisa highlights top Community favorites and gives you a sneak peek at what's coming up next. Whether you're looking for fresh insights, practical strategies, or just some inspiration to keep you motivated, this conversation is full of great recommendations to round out your fasting and wellness journey.   Terri's new coaching program, Beyond Knowing: Living Your Transformation, starts September 16th. Places are limited to 25, so make sure to secure your place today. https://www.thefastingmethod.com/beyond-knowing-living-your-transformation/   Transcripts of all episodes are available on the Podcast page at www.thefastingmethod.com Please Submit Your Questions for the Q&A episodes here: https://bit.ly/TFMPodcastQs   Explore the TFM Community with a 7-Day FREE TRIAL https://www.thefastingmethod.com/community/   Book a complimentary 15-minute coaching intake assessment with one of the TFM coaches https://www.thefastingmethod.com/coaching/   Connect With Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmethod/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheFastingMethod Join our FREE Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/TFMNetwork   Summary Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:22 Terri and Lisa share their favorite books   Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem. The use of any other products or services purchased by you as a result of this podcast does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the experts affiliated with this podcast. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Send us a textWe're kicking off our Kingdom of Ash (!!) deep dive with a (very) quick refresh of Empire of Storms and Tower of Dawn and KOA chapters 1-5.Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.

People are constantly searching for the key ingredients to succeed in every area of life — and in this episode, you'll hear from someone who's created a powerful program! Join Deborah as she chats with Diane Taylor, who shares her holistic approach to leadership and personal growth. Diane offers practical strategies that anyone, regardless of background or experience, can use to achieve meaningful success. If you're ready to lead with purpose and live with intention, this conversation is for you! Here are the things to expect in the episode:What a holistic approach to leadership really means and why it worksKey factors that drive success in every part of lifeHow meditation and reflection contribute to achieving daily goalsHow Diane's coaching helps people tackle the real issues, not just surface problemsLessons from her bestselling book Elevate PotentialAnd much more! About Diane:Diane Taylor is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Glow Leadership. She is a speaker, strategic leadership coach, and facilitator with over thirty years of professional experience across several industries. Her first book, Elevate Potential - A Conscious Approach to Success, debuted as a #1 Bestseller in Hot New Releases and Leadership. Diane is passionate about helping leaders discover and ignite their highest potential in their business, career, and personal lives. Connect with Diane Taylor!Website: https://glowleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianetaylor888/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glowleadershipHer book, Elevate Potential: A Conscious Approach to Success: https://tinyurl.com/h2wt4caa  |  https://tinyurl.com/ysuv6k35 Book Recommendation:You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay   Connect with Deborah Kevin:Website: www.deborahkevin.comSubstack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher Check out Highlander Press:Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpressInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpressFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress

Brea and Mallory debate about gifting books to nonreaders. Plus, they give advice on when you receive a book gift you don't want, and recommend locked room mysteries! Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreSponsors -ZocDocwww.zocdoc.com/GLASSESGreen Chefwww.greenchef.com/50GLASSESCODE: 50GLASSESLinks -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupAmazon Wish ListNewsletterLibro.fmTo join our Discord channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership!www.maximumfun.org/joinReadathon - 9/13Books Mentioned -Barstow by Rebekah and David McKendry and Tyler JenkinsCloud Atlas by David MitchellEveryone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin StevensonThe Woman in Cabin Ten by Ruth Ware

In Episode 203, Gayle Weiswasser, co-founder of Wonderland Books, an independent bookstore in Bethesda, Maryland, returns to the podcast with Sarah for a one-year check-in on the shop's journey. From holiday-season chaos to surprising customer favorites, Gayle shares what worked, what didn't, and why she still handpicks every title on the shelves — plus the biggest lessons (and mistakes) from year one. Plus, Gayle shares some great book recommendations. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Gayle shares what it was like to open the bookstore right before the holiday season. How the store's first year compared to their original projections and expectations. The now-dispelled fears Gayle had before opening. Why she's glad they curated every book in their inventory themselves, and why they still do all the book buying in-house. The course correction Wonderland had to make in their romance section. The biggest mistake they made before opening their doors. Which genres and titles have become customer favorites and which don't seem to sell well. How they plan and host book events — and why those events are such a key part of the store's community success. The books that taught them exactly how (and how not) to decide how many copies to order. The surprising punch poetry has packed with customers. Whether Gayle's own reading life has bounced back after the pre-opening stress and time crunch. Gayle's Book Recommendations [39:12] Two OLD Books She Loves One's Company by Ashley Hutson (2022) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [39:25] Sam by Allegra Goodman (2023) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [42:46] Other Books Mentioned The Knockout Queen by Rufi Thorpe (2020) [44:40]  The Girls from Corona del Mar by Rufi Thorpe (2014) [44:42]  Two NEW Books She Loves The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [45:01] What Kind of Paradise by Janelle Brown (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[47:18] Other Books Mentioned The Wedding People by Alison Espach (2024) [46:56] Pretty Things by Janelle Brown (2020) [49:06] One Book She DIDN'T Love Back After This by Linda Holmes (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [49:55] Other Books Mentioned Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes (2019) [51:14]  Flying Solo by Linda Holmes (2022) [53:34]  One NEW RELEASE She's Excited About Wreck by Catherine Newman (October 28, 2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[53:57] Other Books Mentioned Sandwich by Catherine Newman (2024) [54:03]  Last 5-Star Book Gayle Read The Names by Florence Knapp (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [55:34] Books from the Discussion Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid (2025) [16:30]  Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (2025) [25:41]  The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (2025) [26:39]  The Wedding People by Alison Espach (2024) [26:40] The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon (2023) [26:42] James by Percival Everett (2024) [30:09] Heartwood by Amity Gaige (2025) [31:28] Mark Twain by Ron Chernow (2025) [31:38] Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green (2025) [31:55]   Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams (2025) [32:00]  Cher: Part One: The Memoir by Cher (2024) [32:25]  Gwyneth: The Biography by Amy Odell (2025) [32:35]  Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old by Brooke Shields and Rachel Bertsche (2025) [33:07] Yoko Ono: A Biography by David Sheff (2025) [33:10]  My Friends by Fredrik Backman (2025) [38:29] 

Elias Kfoury was born in Beirut, Lebanon, and immigrated to the United States at an early age in search of a brighter, safer future. After college, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving 21½ years before his medical retirement. Beginning as a Hospital Corpsman supporting the U.S. Marine Corps, he soon entered the Special Operations community as a Deep Sea Diving Medical Technician and completed advanced medical training to support Naval Special Warfare units. Following his service in Little Creek, Virginia, he successfully screened for Naval Special Warfare Development Group, where he spent the majority of his career as a Squadron Medic in multiple roles. After retiring, Elias transitioned into the business world, but soon recognized the deeper need to heal himself and his family. Today, he dedicates his life to supporting others on their own journeys while cherishing time with his family.Eli's Book Recommendations for special operations candidates (aside from Building the Elite):Breath – James NestorThe Way of the SEAL – Mark DivinePeak Performance – Brad Stulberg & Steve MagnessThe Talent Code – Daniel CoyleThe Obstacle Is the Way – Ryan HolidayWith Winning in Mind – Lanny BasshamDeep Survival – Laurence GonzalesCall Sign Chaos – Jim Mattis & Bing WestLegacy – James KerrTimestamps:00:00:21 Introduction to Eli Khoury00:00:52 Where Did Eli Khoury Grow Up?00:01:36 Experience of Growing Up in a War Zone00:05:54 How "Real Mortal Danger" Shapes Your Mental Health00:08:59 How Many Children Currently Don't Have Physical "Third Spaces"00:12:05 Formative Moments That Clarified "Who Eli Is"00:18:20 Eli's Educational Background00:24:43 The Goal of Coaching00:27:48 Common Things People Struggle to Let Go of00:29:43 Improving the Coaching Process for the Future00:32:04 Coaching Families00:34:04 Utilizing Tools like Psychedelics00:36:18 Teaching How to Give Up Control While Using Psychedelics00:40:40 Teaching How to Let Go Without Psychedelics00:48:20 The Skill of "Sitting With Stillness"00:52:48 What Military Skills Transfer to the Rest of the World?00:58:04 Teaching Resilience to People Early in Their Career01:13:45 Advice for Someone Trying to Enter BUDS01:14:49 Advice for Someone in a Special Operations Medical Path01:16:33 Advice for Someone Who Wants to Screen for a Tier 1 Unit01:18:20 One Book that Everyone Should Read01:18:37 Sponsor Note - Our Book, "Building the Elite"01:19:05 Best and Worst Advice Ever Received 01:21:48 Outro

Brea and Mallory tick off another box on the 2025 Reading Glasses Challenge: read a honker! Plus, they offer advice about attending specialty book events, and recommend books that feature loving friends and family! Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreLinks -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupAmazon Wish ListNewsletterLibro.fmTo join our Discord channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership!www.maximumfun.org/joinBooks Mentioned -When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John ScalziEl Dorado by Megan AbbottCredence by Penelope DouglasStarter Villain by John ScalziThe Staircase in the Woods by Chuck Wendig