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Who here loves cooking with essential oils? Don't be shy, we are all family here. Both Sarah and Vicki love using essential oils to enhance the flavor of any dish using food beyond grade essential oils. AKA doterra oils with the supplement facts label on them.  Join them for a delicious episode that will leave you wanting to open up your bottles and begin using some of the ones they highlighted in this episode.      Get this Book! Link for Essential Emotions book https://amzn.to/3Qd1PJv   Are you ready to release emotions that have been weighing you down? Book a session today! Book with Vicki: https://vickilebrilla.com/coaching Book with Sarah: https://sarahsepos.com/coaching     Vicki's Link- http://referral.doterra.me/1214454 Sarah's Link- https://referral.doterra.me/107766   Get your FREE Sample of VMG (US listeners Only) https://theessentialoilscoop.com/vmgsamples   Scoop of the Day Diffuser Blend 4 Lemon 2 Rosemary 1 Peppermint   dōTERRA Raspberry Limeade with Lime Essential Oil Ingredients: Raspberry Purée: 2 cups raspberries ½ cup sugar or honey 1 cup water Drink: Limes Sparkling water Ice 1–2 drops Lime essential oil Instructions: In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar or honey, and raspberries. Cook until the sugar has dissolved. Cool and strain. To serve, add raspberry purée (around 2 tablespoons), ice, juice of 1 lime, and Lime essential oil to a glass. Top with sparkling water. Garnish with limes and raspberries. Enjoy!   dōTERRA Blueberry Orange Muffins with Wild Orange Essential Oil Ingredients: ½ cup butter, softened ½ cup honey 3 large eggs 1 cup orange juice 1½ cups flour 1½ teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ¼ teaspoon lemon juice 1 cup blueberries 1½ cups coconut ½ teaspoon Wild Orange essential oil Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cream together the butter and honey in a mixer. Add the eggs, orange juice, and Wild Orange essential oil and mix. Add the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly. Fold in the blueberries, 1 cup coconut, and lemon juice. Line a muffin tin and pour in the batter. Top with the remaining ½ cup coconut. (If you don't like coconut, you can also use slivered almonds.) Bake for 30–40 minutes. Let cool and enjoy!   Welcome into our little essential oil world where we talk about the physical and emotional support of our essential oils.   Hi friends, don't forget to leave us a review, your feedback is always welcome, and helps this podcast reach more ears.  Join us in our New Facebook Community! Connect on Instagram  We upload a brand new episode every Tuesday and Thursday!   Join our step challenge: https://theessentialoilscoop.com/stepchallenge   Want to learn more about us? theessentialoilscoop.com   Remember to like, share, and subscribe to our podcast so you will be notified every time we upload a brand new episode.  Leave us a review as well, your feedback is always welcome.  Also opt-in to our newsletter at theessentialoilscoop.com/news If you have any questions or have subject ideas you would like us to cover please email us at theessentialoilscoop@gmail.com   Tag us on socials using #theessentialoilscoop   Disclaimer:  Welcome to The Essential Oil Scoop Podcast. We want to remind our listeners that the information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The use of essential oils is a personal choice and should be done at your own risk. We are not medical professionals and cannot diagnose, treat, or prescribe any medical condition. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider before using any essential oils or making changes to your healthcare routine. Any information or opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any particular organization. Thank you for listening.  

Runners looking for company on their next workout will enjoy this special episode that puts host Sarah Bowen Shea in the guest-seat: It's part of the Behind the Mic series from the I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein! podcast. Both Sarah and Lindsey being mother runners, yet the topic quickly shifts from running to pickleball. About how they picked up the sport and how they mix it with their running. Lindsey talks about how her oldest (of 4!) sons plays all day (Sarah's dream!), while Sarah shares about her love of the social aspect of the sport. It's a fun, casual conversation.    When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Currex insoles for all your shoes + sports: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at Currex.com   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com   Sleep soundly: Save 25% off at CBDistillery.com with code AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Both Sarah and I have big buzzwords outside of dark academia, and several of them are vampires and ‘Carmilla' retelling and we added ‘Hungerstone' to our line up so fast when we learned that this novel is inspired by ‘Carmilla' b Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, a sapphic vampire novella that predated ‘Dracula'.Even with my slight aversion to historical fiction, reading this and talking about it on Season 10 was a no-brainer.FOR WHAT DO YOU HUNGER . . . ?Lenore is the wife of steel magnate Henry, but ten years into their marriage the relationship has soured, and no child has arrived to fill the distance growing between them. Henry's ambitions take them from London to the Peak District, to the remote, imposing Nethershaw estate, where he plans to host a hunting party. Lenore must work to restore the crumbling house and ready it for Henry's guests - their future depends on it.But as the couple travel through the bleak countryside, a shocking carriage accident brings the mysterious Carmilla into Lenore's life. Carmilla, who is weak and pale during the day but vibrant at night, Carmilla who stirs up something deep within Lenore. And before long, girls from the local villages fall sick, consumed by a terrible hunger . . .As the day of the hunt draws closer, Lenore begins to unravel, questioning the role she has been playing all these years. Torn between regaining her husband's affection and the cravings Carmilla has awakened, soon Lenore will uncover a darkness in her household that will place her at terrible risk . . .But does the Gothic lead in dark academia with ‘Hungerstone'?In this episode we discuss:- The motifs of blood- The crumbling estate of Nethshaw and the way it interacts with Lenore's crumbling marriage and mental state- Carmilla's presence in the novel, and her lack of presence on page

Kia ora friends, Alex here, and welcome back to TYP. Thank you as always for choosing to spend some of your precious time with us and for supporting this little pod - we are so honoured and SO grateful that it is serving and inspiring so many yogi's out there.  Both Sarah and I feel incredibly lucky to have these weekly opportunities to connect with, learn from, and be inspired by incredible people from around the world who are experts in their craft related to the health and wellness industry.  This week, we had the honour of chatting with Julie Afsahi and Jessica Cross based in Texas, USA. These two incredible wahine have co-authored a book called “Seasons of Sound” - a rich resource for both new and seasoned and sound practitioners. The book serves as an essential guide to attuning ourselves to the earth's rhythms, quieting our racing minds, and nurturing our souls with the power of sound. After listening to this chat I am certain you will want to grab a copy of this delightful book, as it is bursting with beauty and wisdom about the power and potency of sound healing and aligning with the seasons.  In this korero, we cover off the origins of sound healing and how it has evolved over time and geographical space. We learn about the science behind its healing power, looking in particular at entrainment; syncing heartbeat and breath, exercising the nervous system's resiliency and eliciting a parasympathetic nervous system response. We talk about the power of weaving intention and themes into sound baths and yoga classes, and how to curate your own sacred spaces. Jess and Julie also share some great tips for newbies who might be keen to dip their toe into the world of sound healing.  This episode will likely leave you in awe of our innate connection with sound and the power we all have to use it as a healing modality.  Enjoy this beautiful chat friends, and please let us know what you think! Links + Resources: Seasons of Sound Book Jess' Website Julie's Website Jess Instagram Julie Instagram

This week we introduce to you: Jane Hardcastle. Jane is an absolute gift to the Christchurch wellness community, and further afield through her contribution to quality yoga teacher trainings. Jane is one of those people who have healing running through their blood - for over thirty years, in one way or another - Jane has supported people towards feeling more well, more worthy, and more present in their body-mind.  As a Yoga therapist, educator, and health care provider Dr Jane Hardcastle has been helping people with their health since she was 14. Originally qualifying as a registered nurse in the UK, Jane has held senior nursing, education and leadership roles in England, Scotland, and New Zealand before bringing this skillset, knowledge, and experience together as a yoga teacher and registered yoga therapist over the last ten years. Within this conversation we explore how Jane brings a beautifully balanced weaving of eastern and western approaches to wellness, looking at the whole being, and focusing on empowering individuals to achieve optimal health, rather than just an absence of disease.  We discuss the kosas and how these inform Jane's expression of Yoga Therapy. We unpack some of the modalities that might feature in a yoga therapy session with Jane; including tailored movement practices, Ayurveda, Breathwork, Meditation, iRest and lifestyle medicine.  Both Sarah and Alex finished this conversation in awe of the depth and breadth of Jane's knowledge and experience, and how skillfully she applies it to best support each individual client. The conversation really highlighted to us the importance of “strengthening through softening” as Jane puts it, and in looking at ourselves as a holistic and whole being worthy of optimal health and vibrancy, and we hope you feel the same, as well as gaining some insight into what yoga therapy is and how it can be used to achieve a greater sense of wellbeing.  Perhaps while you're here you could also take a moment to leave us a review and subscribe if you haven't already? It hugely supports the growth of this neat little pod and enables us to bring you more incredible guests like Jane! Enjoy this week's episode of That Yoga Podcast … Jane's website Jane's Instagram Ayurvedic Dosha Quiz Living Ayurveda Book Find Jane in person in Christchurch: Wel clinic - the Tannery, Wednesdays and Fridays from 30 October Home clinic in Purau Tuesdays & Thursdays … she has her all important day off/garden day on Mondays!

In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Glidewell and Emily Karnaz, best friends and business partners who have been navigating the world of off-the-beaten-path Airbnbs. They share their journey from childhood friends to successful real estate investors focused on financial and time freedom through vacation rentals. They discuss their initial foray into business during COVID, the roles they play in their company, and the importance of leveraging complementary skills. The conversation touches on their transition from interior design to short-term rentals, the challenges of managing properties, and the significance of community and mentorship in their entrepreneurial journey. Both Sarah and Emily emphasize the value of authenticity, work-life balance, and hiring the right people to support business growth. They also highlight the benefits of investing in Midwest markets and encourage new investors to take the leap without getting bogged down in analysis paralysis. Filled with practical insights and personal anecdotes, this episode is packed with inspiration for aspiring real estate investors! Book a call to see if you would be a good fit for Wanderlust Wealth Academy: https://calendly.com/theoliviatati/wanderlustwealthacademy Learn more about WWA here: https://www.oliviatati.com/wwa Hang out with me on IG: @theoliviatati / @wanderlustwealth.show  Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Theoliviatati/

In this live-recorded episode from the Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Convention in Fort Worth, Texas, Neil Dudley hosts Sarah Fulton-Smith, Texas Director for American Farmland Trust, and Jacob Gilley, a Senior Technical Livestock and Grazing Specialist. Together, they delve into the pressing issue of protecting American farmland, the challenges and solutions in sustainable and regenerative grazing, and the critical role of engaging the next generation in agriculture. The conversation also touches upon the impact of urban sprawl, financial assistance for farmers, and the importance of grassroots connections in the community. Both Sarah and Jacob share personal stories and perspectives shaped by their deep ties to the land and commitment to agricultural sustainability.   Links Visit us online at www.thecowboyperspective.com American Farmland Trust https://farmland.org/   00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:40 Meet Sarah Fulton-Smith 02:15 Meet Jacob and His Farming Journey 04:30 Challenges and Opportunities in Farmland Protection 08:12 American Farmland Trust Initiatives 11:40 Regenerative Grazing Explained 17:24 Sustaining Agriculture and Legacy 22:20 Farmers' Deep Connection to the Land 23:54 Challenges of Implementing Agricultural Policies 25:34 Training Horses and Grass Farming 26:07 Cowboy Perspective on Life and Hard Work 27:15 First Generation Producer's Journey 30:02 Serving Others and Raising Kids with Grit 32:26 Veteran Perspective in Agriculture 37:42 Understanding Land Trusts and Easements 40:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts  

Coming up on the Men at the Movies podcast, we discuss Terminator 2: Judgement Day. When we look at Sarah at the beginning of the movie, she is just as cold and calculating as the terminators. Both Sarah and the T-800 must learn from John what it means to be human, that life has value, and to choose risk and love over fear. Come with me if you want to live and let's discover God's truth in this movie. Resources "You are perfectly designed for this moment. And this moment is perfectly designed to take you out." - John Eldredge "For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago." - Ephesians 2:10 (NLT) "Then he said to the woman, "I will sharpen the pain of your pregnancy, and in pain you will give birth. And you will desire to control your husband, but he will rule over you." - Genesis 3:16 (NLT) Become Good Soil podcast: The Metanarrative of Feminine Love, pt 1 "Truth is looking stranger than the lies." - from Watchman by Josh Garrels Questions What does it mean to be human? To be powerful? What strength have you been given? How have you used it to protect others? How have you used it to hurt others? What has been your wife/sister/mothers' experience with masculinity? What is the impact of living with you as a husband? Check out our YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies) for bonus content. To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast. You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed. Find us on the socials: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies Facebook: www.facebook.com/menatthemovies Instagram: www.instagram.com/menatthemovies/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@menatthemovies Twitter: twitter.com/_menatthemovies If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Patreon page (www.patreon.com/menatthemovies). Get invites to livestreams, bonus episodes, even free merch. If you'd like to do a one-time contribution (a cameo appearance), visit www.menatthemovies.com/investors. Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (graysonfoster.com) Logo and episode templates by Ian Johnston (ianhjohnston.com) Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead). Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock Links: MATM website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menatthemovies Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/50DiGvjrHatOFUfHc0H2wQ Apple pods: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/men-at-the-movies-podcast/id1543799477 Google pods: podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ODMwNThjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/menatthemovies/message

On this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow is joined by ITR Foundation Research Director Sarah Curry to get an update on her work into local government issues surrounding property taxes and budgets. Chris and Sarah discuss concerns about the performance of county supervisors and the way government should be run. Sarah emphasizes the importance of government listening to its people and reflecting their desires rather than acting as a higher power with its own agenda. Both Sarah and Chris stress the essential functions of government that require funding, such as police and fire protection, but with the understanding that there are many other things on which government spends money. Despite the progress made by the legislature this year on taxes, Sarah and Chris indicate that there is still work to be done to improve the direct notification statements provided to taxpayers, and also work to create stronger controls on the growth in local government spending. Sarah further argues for the need to have greater voter input on local government bond decisions. Sarah and Chris highlight the challenges faced in balancing government functions, the role of elected officials in serving their constituents effectively, and the necessity of continuous improvement in government processes. The conversation underscores the need for proactive measures to address the shortcomings in governance and ensure that taxpayer resources are allocated efficiently and transparently.

We're celebrating Pisces Season with our favorite, resident Pisces - Sarah! Enjoy this throwback to Season 1, Episode 2 when we were just baby podcasters. In this episode, we say “fuck, yeah!” to queer femmes! We learn how Sarah came into her queer identity and how intimately connected her queerness is to her femme identity. Both Sarah and Robin share about the role models shaped their relationship to femininity AND we get deep into sex talk in this episode. Like, real deep. Bonus rant about birth control if you stick around until the end!

In this episode of the Training for Life podcast, hosts Sarah Gilks and Tanna delve into the topic of why the scale might be hindering your progress on your wellness journey. Drawing from their own experiences, Sarah and Tanna discuss the early parts of their lives where the scale played a significant role. Tanna reflects on her time in modeling, where the scale was a constant measure of her worth and success. Sarah shares her struggles from high school, where she felt pressured to restrict her diet to maintain a certain weight. The conversation then shifts to a pivotal moment in their lives when they discovered the gym and strength training. They discuss how embracing strength and focusing on being healthy changed not just their body composition and shape, but also their overall health and how they felt about themselves. Both Sarah and Tanna emphasize that they no longer use the scale as a metric for their health. Instead, they rely on a metric of strength and how they feel. By shifting their focus away from the scale and towards more meaningful indicators of health, they have been able to cultivate a more positive and empowering relationship with their bodies. Join Sarah and Tanna in this candid and insightful discussion as they challenge the conventional wisdom surrounding the scale and empower listeners to redefine their approach to health and well-being.

Podcast Show Notes:   Introduction: Host Hannah Keeley introduces the episode, highlighting the guest, Sarah Molitor, known for her Instagram account @ModernFarmhouseFamily. Sarah Molitor shares insights and strategies for building family unity and creating a harmonious home environment. Key Points: Organic Growth of a Large Family: Sarah shares her journey of marrying her husband and gradually growing their family. They never intended to have a big family but found themselves embracing the joys and challenges that come with it. Both Sarah and her husband come from larger families, which influenced their perspective on family size.   Navigating Parenthood: The conversation delves into the transition from a smaller to a larger family and the adjustments required. Sarah emphasizes the importance of establishing systems and routines early on to manage the dynamics of a growing family. Both hosts reflect on the need for flexibility and adaptation as children grow and family dynamics evolve.   Embracing Change and Humility: Hannah and Sarah discuss the significance of being teachable and open to change, both in parenting and personal growth. Sarah shares her experience of incorporating new approaches to homeschooling and encouraging her children to embrace learning beyond grades. The conversation highlights the value of humility in parenting and seeking God's guidance in nurturing children's hearts and minds.   Reading Scripture with Fresh Eyes: Sarah shares her recent practice of reading the Bible with a focus on understanding God's character in each passage. Both hosts emphasize the transformative power of Scripture and the importance of staying open to new insights and perspectives.   Treasuring Moments with Family: Hannah shares a personal anecdote about her decision to prioritize time with her children despite financial challenges. The discussion centers on the significance of cherishing moments with family and avoiding regrets in prioritizing relationships over material pursuits.   Navigating Tough Moments: Hannah shares a personal experience of reaching out to her husband during a challenging parenting moment, highlighting the need for support and teamwork in marriage. Sarah reflects on a similar experience where she called her mother during a difficult day, emphasizing the importance of seeking encouragement during tough times.   Perspective Shift: Sarah discusses how a shift in perspective helped her overcome marital struggles and cultivate a more positive family atmosphere. She shares candidly about her past behavior of negativity towards her husband and how she realized the need for change.   Choosing Words Wisely: Sarah talks about the power of words and how she consciously shifted towards speaking words of encouragement and honor, both to her husband and her children. Hannah adds her insights about the significance of choosing how we show up in difficult situations and the impact it has on family dynamics.   Finding Grace in Parenthood: Both Sarah and Hannah discuss the grace of God in parenting and the importance of tapping into that grace during challenging moments. Sarah shares her journey of realizing that how she shows up as a mother is more important than simply checking off tasks on a to-do list.   Transformative Faith Journey: Sarah shares her faith journey and how scripture, particularly a verse from Jeremiah 29, helped her gain perspective and make positive changes in her marriage and family life. She emphasizes the importance of prayer and seeking God's guidance in transforming family dynamics. Conclusion: • Host Hannah expresses gratitude to Sarah for her openness and insights shared during the episode. • Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own marriage and family dynamics, seeking inspiration from Sarah's journey towards positive change and transformation. • Get your copy of Sarah Molitor's book: Well Said here: https://amzn.to/3wdRW7z • Visit Sarah Molitor's Instagram account: @ModernFarmHouseFamily

Both Sarah and Ryan are key leaders in our Thrive and Lifeline ministries and we get to hear their powerful marriage story. Starting out as high school sweethearts, they thought they had it all until the challenging aspects of life caught up to them. By staying committed and getting help, they were able to rebuild their marriage. A key marking point for them was saying yes to a relationship with God and learning about the blessing of serving others. This is a must listen!

In this episode Rachel is joined by her friend Sarahl! Sarah tells Rachel her dating tales, many of which involve guys who just don't have a clue. Why do they endlessly text without planning dates? Both Sarah and Rachel have too many experiences to count where guys just seem to want pen pals. Is a little effort too much to ask for these days? We don't hate guys, we would just love to see them do a little bit better. This is definitely an episode you don't want to miss! Shticky Situations is sponsored by CoronaCrush. To find out more information about CoronaCrush visit their website and coronacrush.co. Also join the CoronaCrush Facebook group and sign up for speed dating events! Remember to like the Shticky Situations page on Facebook, follow @shtickysituationspod on Instagram, and follow @shtickysituationspod on Tiktok! Want to be a guest and hang out with Rachel and discuss your own dating stories? Apply today https://forms.gle/FhwZs74JBTJgGpw8A! Want to try your luck at dating Rachel or any of her guests? Also apply today https://forms.gle/J31HUQ5aYTzjz5Bv6! You can also send an email too shtickysituationspod@gmail.com or DM @shtickysituationspod on Instagram. Serious inquiries only Shticky Situations is sponsored by Primrose Flower Shoppe! Primrose is located at 2922 Avenue M, Brooklyn, phone number 929-376-9815, and follow them on Instagram @primroseny.

So we're kicking off 2024 with a slightly random podcast from the cab of my Land Rover (thank you Craig from New Zealand for telling me he quite likes the rawness - pretty much gave me permission to once again strap on my Madonna-esque headset mic and ad-lib my way through the first episode of the year!) This episode is a blend of a summary of 2023 and some ideas for 2024.  If anyone is curious, the lighting I mention is the Aputure LS60x and LS60d (tunable, focussable LED spotlights), the Aputure Accent B7c and the Phottix TR200R RGB Tube Lights.  All brilliant. The Superclass and Masterclass we will be running at the Societies Convention 2024 can be found at https://thesocieties.net/convention/speakers/paul-wilkinson/ and we would love to see you there - either at the workshops or just for a well-deserved pint! Finally, all of our workshops at our studio can be found at https://www.paulwilkinsonphotography.co.uk/photography-workshops-and-training/  Enjoy! Cheers P. If you enjoy this podcast, please head over to Mastering Portrait Photography, for more articles and videos about this beautiful industry. You can also read a full transcript of this episode. PLEASE also subscribe and leave us a review - we'd love to hear what you think! If there are any topics, you would like to hear, have questions we could answer or would like to come and be interviewed on the podcast, please contact me at paul@paulwilkinsonphotography.co.uk.  Full Transcript: [00:00:00] I wasn't intending to do too many more podcasts on the Land Rover. Um, however, However a nice guy called Craig from New Zealand emailed me over the Christmas period to say how much he enjoyed the podcast, how much he enjoyed Mastering Portrait Photography the website, and most importantly, at least from the perspective of this particular episode. How much he liked the ones from the Land Rover. To use his words, they feel a little bit more raw, and I don't know what that means. Whether it means unscripted, or whether the sounds of a rattling Land Rover as I travel from point A to point B is somehow an interesting soundbed. I've no idea, he doesn't elaborate. However, thanks Craig partly because it's always nice to know that what you're doing doesn't just disappear into the ether, and I think as photographers we would All appreciate that sensation but also that even when I'm recording things literally in the last few minutes I have between jobs, because that's all the [00:01:00] time I'm managing to find, then even those episodes have their value. So one way or another. A very happy new year. Please forgive the sound quality. I'm Paul, and this is the Mastering Portrait Photography Podcast.  Do you know one of the things you're meant to do as a sound engineer if you're recording for either, I guess, a podcast or radio or for video, is to record a sound bed, to record the ambient noise. So, forgive me while I record little bits like this. Yes, just, I suppose in theory it should be silence, but in a Land Rover nothing is silent. But I'm going to need lots of little bits of the audio if I have to do any corrections. I'm off to another shoot. I'm working with the Hearing Dogs [00:02:00] today, just a few miles down the road, in the UK, a typically average journey, I suppose, half an hour or so. Uh, half an hour out, half an hour back. If you live in the US, that's literally like tripping over your own doorstep because it's a journey under two hours. But here in the UK, we're used to slightly shorter journeys. The year has already got off to a ridiculous start. Uh, I actually thought, and every year I think this, that December will quieten down, I'll have a great break over Christmas, January will be quiet until it ramps up. And actually all that happens is I tear through the whole of the holiday period at a hundred miles an hour, hoping I can get a breather. December was really busy, which was good. 2023 however wasn't the year that I'd like to relive. It hasn't been a bad year, but we've had to fight every inch of the way. Nothing has ever landed in our lap. Both Sarah and I and Michelle. are grafters, [00:03:00] all of us work, and work hard for our living. But, last year really was a little bit of a brutal year. Um, just felt like the atmosphere out there in the marketplace wasn't everything it could have been. Um, we've got very, or have had, very high inflation in the UK, certainly for this country. Now, if you're listening to us in Venezuela or somewhere, possibly not quite the same thing. But with inflation rates kicking up, uh, touching out somewhere near 10 percent and then obviously hikes in interest rates by the Bank of England to bring that back down, essentially what you've got is the perfect storm for people like us who work in the service sector, because our costs of production have gone up in line with inflation. At the same time, the costs of living for our clients have gone up by the same amount, and so the battle for us to be one of their priority spends is that little bit more tricky. However, we've [00:04:00] done it, we had a really good year in the end, but like I said, we have fought tooth and nail, uh, to do it, and I think that's the making of a business. I've said over the years, and I think it's probably out there on a podcast, I'd be surprised if it wasn't, that being a successful business when things are going well is actually really easy. There's not an awful lot to it. You do your job, you create what you create, you sell it, you move on to the next one. Don't get me wrong, I know it's much more nuanced than that, I live this world. But broadly speaking, when things are going right, this job isn't that hard. It's when things are tough, that they show your real character. So, I've spoken about customer service, it's when it goes wrong, really, that you show the true Skillset, the true worth in everything that you do. When things are a little bit tougher, that's when you have to dig deep. It's when you have to show what you are made of. And we've done that over the past 12 months, and we ended December with some beautiful shoots, some lovely clients, [00:05:00] one or two unexpected sales that came in from jobs that I guess there was at least one that I had mothballed, to the point of it being in the archive when the orders eventually came in. Didn't expect to hear from them, hadn't heard from them in 18 months. So for a business like ours, where we are very much about a personal service, it's in person sales, it's an in-person experience, it's about memories, it's about laughter, it's about feeling valued. Wherever possible, we do not do remote sales. I don't do remote sales for precisely the reason that it's taken 18 months for one of our clients to come back and order their pictures. And that's in spite of us doing all the usual stuff, we've emailed them, we've called them. Not to be, not to hassle them. Just to see if there's anything we can do to help. But the problem with non in person sales, online sales is of course. You have very few levers you can pull, and there's not a lot you can do. You can [00:06:00] say you're going to take the album down, which we did. In fact, the album was dormant for probably two thirds of that time. We'd just changed the password so that no one could log in. But of course, when they emailed and said, Oh, I've just noticed I can't log in, we opened it back up. So it's not a real lever, it's just A way of us knowing that they're looking at the album again. And the order came through, and it was a beautiful order. So it's great. It's a proper Christmas bonus. Unexpected. Out of the blue. Beautiful album. Beautiful Graphistudio album. Beautiful frames. Big frames. And the whole thing, in the end, closed out at a really nice value sale.  So there's a lesson in there somewhere, which is, you know, don't ever write anything off. And we don't write anything off. I didn't know what the title of this podcast would be. Maybe that's what it should be. It's, you know, don't write any job off. But actually, this is one of those unscripted podcasts where I haven't really got a clue exactly what it was I was going to talk about. So I have this kind of list of things in my head, but who knows whether I'll get to the bottom of [00:07:00] it. Uh, on this year, on the title or on the topic of it being a New Year, of course everybody sits down and makes their list of New Year's resolutions, which actually I don't. I've never been a believer, and I think, I thought that's what the title of this podcast was going to be. I've never been a believer in New Year's resolutions. I don't know why, I just think if you want to do something, do it. Make, make every day the opportunity for a resolution. That's not to say that I'm really good at doing that. That's not to say that every time I've thought, you know what, I'm going to make that happen this year. I'm going to lose three stone and get fit, for instance. You know, doesn't happen. I'm going to stop drinking, doesn't happen. I'm going to become a vegetarian like my daughter, doesn't happen. There are plenty of things that I'd like to do that just Do you know what? They haven't happened. But Equally, I don't wait till New Year to change the big stuff. But, and there is a but, is that New Year does mark a [00:08:00] natural transition, certainly when it comes to reporting your successes as a photography business. We actually don't report our profits December to December. our accounting period is September to September. But we do Internally, track it in standard calendar years. Why? Well, actually because for social photographers there is a natural hiatus around about the end of December. People will have rollover jobs, we will very often have jobs in the diary. In the gap between Christmas and New Year simply because they book in for those. So it's not a perfectly clean break where , it stops, it starts. But there's definitely a feeling in the marketplace that, oh, let's wait till next year. If somebody rings us and says, I want to do a shoot for my family, and if it's any time around November, the chances are they're gonna say, oh, do you know what, let's push that into next year. Let's see what next year brings. There's a lot of that. And so it's [00:09:00] good for us to have a data point that I can compare year on year, decade, on decade these days, . And of course, covid sort of flung that up in the air, uh, three or two and a bit years of not really being able to rely on anything.  Our data is absolutely shot: the trajectories, the averages, our historical patterns have somewhat collapsed. We are getting back, I'll be honest about that, things are beginning to look a little bit more familiar, the end of last year, or the bulk of last year, it was definitely starting to feel that way. However, things that we are looking forward to doing, so some of this stuff kicked off last year, and some of it is things we're gonna do this year. So last year was a big sort of step up in us building our workshops and our workshop community. Lots to do on that front, we're not by any means in the position we are with our photography. Photography was a solid vision [00:10:00] for us. We can take a picture, we've worked out that the quality was good, we have fab suppliers, we have solid workflows, efficient practices, we knew our way around the marketing. Over a few years we built the business reasonably sure footedly. Obviously, we've tripped over some things like all businesses do. Not gonna say for a minute we got it all perfect. But it was something we could get our arms around and could understand. And the minute I knew we had a good product then I knew we could build a business around it. And I knew we had a good product because I've been taking pictures since I was a kid. I've been creating images and portraits since I was 10 years old, so I knew I could take a picture in the end, ignoring the whole kind of self confidence or insecurity bits and the imposter syndromes and all of the rest of the stuff we talk about all the time. I knew I could take a picture.  Training courses and workshops are slightly different. I still know I can take a picture, but whether or not we could run good workshops, whether or not we could supply great materials, [00:11:00] these were questions that we still had in our heads.   So, for instance, one of the things I was curious about was whether it would be a good idea to set the context of each workshop with a little presentation. I'm, I'm not a fan. When I go on a training course, I really, really, really want to see or want to understand how the person giving a workshop does what they do. Whatever it's in, whether it's marketing, sales, Photoshopping 3D, visuals. Customer relationships, I don't know, many, many different aspects to this business. But if I want to go and learn from someone, I want them to hit the road sorry, hit, yeah, no, hit the road quick and get into the nitty gritty. I'm not a big fan of spending hours in a preamble. However, one of the things I did pick up on is that you do need to be organized in your approach. And whether I like it or not, and whether I'm comfortable with it or not, I'm not that guy. I'm not the guy that thinks in a linear fashion. I can [00:12:00] when I have to. You know, I spent 10 years working as a manager in IT. Trust me, I can when I have to. But that's not my natural skill set. I'm not linear. And I can, if I could see Sarah's face when she listens to this podcast, she'd be like, yeah, no shit, Sherlock. You are not linear. Because Sarah's very organized, very drilled, very Put together, and I'm so not those things. I wish I was, sometimes, but out of the same chaos comes the imagery and the ideas that we have. So, I can't turn it off. I don't want to turn it off. If anything, being slightly chaotic is my superpower, because it brings ideas, and it brings energy, and it brings drive. But, equally, it brings inconsistency. It brings me being really easily distracted. Distracted by breathing, you know? It's just ridiculous. So, some of the things we did last year were to [00:13:00] try and see if there are ways in which I can help myself and help the delegates on our workshops not suffer at the hands of my own chaos. And one of them is we do a quick presentation, half an hour, forty minutes. If I get that right, of course that becomes a piece of collateral that we can send out to you if you come on one of our workshops. It becomes a series of ideas and diagrams that maybe I can use for training videos. It becomes some words that maybe I can re craft into maybe a podcast or for when I'm writing with NPhoto magazine or whether I'm writing for Professional Photographer. So these are just parts of the puzzle. And we got that together last year and the feedback we're getting from our workshops is just phenomenal. It's absolutely brilliant that people have come on it. They seem to enjoy it. They come back. So to all of those people who are multiple offenders, thank you. It's so lovely to see you all. It feels [00:14:00] like we're beginning to build a little community. So now I know I've got the product right or we're in the, we're going in the right direction with the product. Now we can really start to focus on it. Forgive the pun. We can really start to drive that home just like we did with the core photography business. And that's the target of this year. Mostly is to drive the training. Drive The platforms, the videos, all of the stuff that goes around that. The podcast is a big part of that. But finding the time when I'm on my own To sit and record is or has proven tricky over the past month or two. So, Christmas and New Year were lovely. I digress here a little bit, but there's a slight point to it. Christmas and New Year were lovely. So, we stopped, we shut the studio down. Day before or two days before Christmas Eve I went shopping with my boy to do some mop up. Spent a really, just had a really lovely day the day before Christmas Eve. Christmas Eve onwards up until, really up [00:15:00] until New Year's Day was spent with family and friends. And I really do mean pretty much every waking minute was with people I love. And now I'm an extrovert. In theory, as an extrovert, every one of those moments with family and friends is a moment to recharge. It's a moment for me to really feel energised. Yeah, that's, that's an extravert I love being around people. But I tell you what, when I got to New Year's Day, all I really wanted to do was just find myself in a dark room. And switch the social side of my brain off and do something much less much less social I suppose is the only word I can think of. I've had a couple of days of that and I'm beginning to get myself back together. And then, uh, last or two nights ago straight back out photographing the Christmas party for the Le Manoir chefs. And the staff, [00:16:00] which is riotous. Now those guys, Le Manoir is two Michelin starred hotel and restaurant, or restaurant with rooms, I think is how they like to call it. It's an amazing place, beautiful food, voted one of the top hotels in the world. It's in the top 50 every year, I think it was in the top 10 this year. Absolutely phenomenal place, and they work hours that make mine look kind of shabby, I think. They work long hours, it's hard graft, they love it, they're brilliant. But when you're thrown into their Christmas party, they don't half let off a little bit of steam, and it is great. So it was really nice to have a couple of quieter days, and then the Christmas party at La Manoire with my friends who are chefs, front of house gardeners, housekeeping you name it, the management team, marketing, sales, the HR team who asked me to do it. They're just brilliant, and I've come away from it buzzing and energized all over again. So I cannot wait for the year. [00:17:00] And on that, we are building the workshops up.  On that note, we have a couple actually, I'm going to be at the convention, the Societies of Photographers convention in January, I'm hoping there's some structure to this podcast by the way I'm gonna have to finish in about 5 to 10 minutes because I'll arrive at my client and I'll pick it up again, but I'll let you bet I'll repeat a bit because I won't remember where I got to, and I don't want to have to spend hours in edit, I don't have time to spend hours in the edit, so this is gonna be one of those podcasts That is pretty raw, it's gonna come out of the recording unit as it is, and it's gonna go straight out. As you're hearing it, I don't think there'll have been very much editing except to stick in some music underneath it, and just to check the sound quality's alright. So, forgive me for that. But it's gonna be well I'm at the convention, 17th, I'm at the whole of the convention, but I'm doing two workshops, I'm doing a super class on the 17th. And a Masterclass on the 18th. The Superclass you have to book in advance. I think there's one place left. That's all. If anybody fancies [00:18:00] it, head over to the Society's Convention and look for the Superclasses. We're gonna spend the whole of that three, three and a half hours. Creating headshots and personal branding images. I've never met the couple who are my models. I'm looking forward to meeting them. They sound really cool. But we're going to explore lighting, how you interact. We're going to talk about whatever people want to talk about. Whether it's the marketing side of it, whether it's the business side of it. Whether it's how you tell a story through the photos. It's whether, how you weave the story of the shoot. Because I think that's an underrepresented part of social photography is how you thread your way in a meaningful fashion through the shoots. That's the superclass. That's on the 17th.  On the 18th, I'm doing a masterclass, you don't need to book for that, but I'd love to see you. It's free if you have a ticket to the event. Come along and we're going to be talking about specifically ten lighting patterns. I'm going to put together ten easy lighting patterns that you can replicate. One of the things I'm acutely aware of is, [00:19:00] I find much of taking a portrait second nature to me. I do it Automatically, I can see light, I can feel it, I can almost smell it out. anD I, I don't know why or how that should be, but it is. So when I'm positioning lights, I know exactly what I'm doing, because I'm simply looking at what's in front of me. But, I've had to critique a few images some people have been on a workshop, some people have simply have asked me for some mentoring, and reading light, it turns out, is not the most natural thing in the world, and I, I assumed it was. So I've clearly misunderstood some aspects of what, how we can teach this, so part of the Masterclass really, or part of the idea behind the Masterclass really, is to see if we can nail down ten lighting patterns with two lights, so we use one light, we'll use two lights, we'll create some drama, we'll create some theatre, we'll create some very basic stuff, [00:20:00] But the idea is we're going to hand over some real examples done live in front of the audience as to how you can do this with basic equipment. We're going to do it in a normal room. It's just one of the meeting rooms in a hotel. We're going to do it with normal kit. I will have two lights I will, I think, have a pop up backdrop, which I'll bring in, just so I've got a plain backdrop, because I can't guarantee it. And we're going to go through some of the ideas. And that's kind of where we're taking all of our workshops now, is to give our delegates things they can take away with them. Proper, right, okay, if you do this, that will work. One of the things I've always fought against, the reason we haven't really gone down that road up until now, is I've Rebelled a lot against people telling me how I should do it. And I never ever, still don't, want to be the guy that says this is how you should do it. And I try really hard to remember at the beginning of every workshop, every presentation I [00:21:00] ever do. I did one the other day, we did a webinar, and I started by telling everybody on it. It's very personal to me. My eyes, my clients, my lights, my camera, my style. All of it is about me and what I like. It might not work for everybody. So I can give you insights into the thought process and this is what I thought we would do. We'll give insights, we'll give ideas, we'll give inspiration, we'll energize. And all of that works. But the problem is if you don't understand the fundamentals or can't read it like some photographers can, then it becomes slightly trickier. So the masterclass, the second of the two classes, the masterclass at the convention on the 18th of January, it's gonna be much to do with that. So if you're round the convention, you're a loose end. I think it's 11 till one 30 on the 18th. So it's a mid-morning slot. You'll finish your breakfast, you'll have had a couple of cups of coffee. You'll be thinking, what the hell am I gonna do today? Why not stick your head in and come and have a play?[00:22:00]  So that's what we're going to do. And at that stage, I'm going to break off here now, because as I turn this left hand bend on a very wet road. Here we go. I'm just going to arrive at my client, which is great. I'm photographing for the Hearing Dogs this afternoon. I'm photographing a re a recipient, so a partnership, a hearing dog and a a deaf person whose story is both heartbreaking and inspirational in equal measure. So I'm looking forward to that. It's going to be a lovely shoot. I will pick up again when I've broken off and let you know how that went. and finish off this podcast. Once again. Craig, thank you very much for telling me that I can, if I wish to record podcasts in the car,  So just to pick up where I left off, just come to the end of a lovely shoot. Sorry, also weaving, or trying to weave through traffic in a very small Buckinghamshire town. Wilmslow, it turns out, is full of tiny little [00:23:00] streets. Many of which I'm navigating a large Land Rover through. It's not easy and speaking at the same time. Apparently, it turns out, I can just about walk and chew gum at the same time, but cannot talk and drive a Land Rover at the same time. too: must be two different bits of my brain. Okay. And a nice person's let me out, and another person has refused to let me out. And there's a motorbike, and I've just landed into school traffic. In Bucks, which means that no one's paying attention at all to anyone except their own journey home and trying to get back for our, I'm assuming, a cup of tea and to get the kids a sandwich. Where are we? So yes, I just finished a really beautiful shoot with a really lovely person who she lost her hearing. Well, she had an illness, went into a coma, came out of the coma, and discovered that she had lost her hearing, one heck of a shock. And so she now has a Hearing Dog, but she's profoundly [00:24:00] deaf, has absolutely no hearing at all. And the hearing dog provides all of the support that she needs. So if the doorbell goes, the phone goes. Smoke alarms, obviously. Every minutiae of life that we take for granted, the hearing dog supports them. A hearing dog. A beautiful spaniel. I'm not going to give any names away, because that's not my place to. But an absolutely wonderful shoot. And I read in the notes that she wasn't particularly keen on being photographed. Not someone who's used to being photographed, not someone who enjoys being photographed. And you read these notes and I would say 80 percent of my clients sit in that bracket. Um, there are days, there are days when I wake up and wished everybody I photographed really, really, really wanted to be photographed. Models and the like. Because man, wouldn't that be just glorious? Really easy too. It'd be wonderful that every person in [00:25:00] front of the camera wanted to show off, and they just loved it, and they were confident, and knew how beautiful they were. But that's just not my world. So the lady, really super smart lawyer didn't really want to be, well my note said that she didn't really feel comfortable being photographed, but it turns out, uh, She could not have been lovelier. Did I just say that right? Lovelier, lovelier. She could not have I'm concentrating on driving. Lovelier. And the shoot has just been absolutely beautiful. The dog was stunning. The light has been really nice. We're under a rain warning at the moment. We're about to get some really heavy rain, but it held off long enough that we've done the whole shoot in the dry. Well, in the dry, but not on the dry. Everywhere. I don't know what it's like where you are around the world, but in Britain, just at the moment, we've had back to back rainstorms of one sort or another. Some of them big enough to be given names. And we've got another tranche of it coming in in about an hour. Oh, half an hour, about half an hour. [00:26:00] I don't know why that matters. I'm one of those people that have to suddenly get to detail. I don't know why. I apologize. Anyway, it's been a brilliant afternoon, and it's these kinds of shoots that remind me why I do what I do. Because just having people like the lady I've just photographed in front of the camera who full of energy, and smart, and laughter. She can hear nothing. Everything is being done through lip reading, which is, for me, is not I mean, I'm used to working around the deaf community, but I'm one of those people that spends a lot of time looking to the sides to see where the next shot's coming from. So, mid sentence, I'll suddenly find myself looking away. And, until working with the Hearing Dogs For Deaf People, I didn't even know I did it. And, of course, it becomes a profound challenge that I need to concentrate and I've spent the afternoon concentrating on making sure no matter who I'm talking to or what I'm thinking for the next shot I must always [00:27:00] have eye contact with the person, the hearing dog recipient because They're relying on seeing my lip movements to be able to understand what's going on. And it, you become acutely aware of it. but equally, she said, it's really bad when people try to talk slowly because that changes her understanding of the words. Because she's lip, because she's lip reading, if you speak slowly, actually that makes it harder to understand the wording. So all in all something I need to continue to work on and get better at. At least I'm aware of it, and I try, I try pretty hard, but the photos we've got are absolutely beautiful. So where were we, where were we? Oh, I think we'd come to a bit, some of that training, I've no idea, I told you I'd lose track. podcast part two, I'm Paul, and this is still the Mastering Portrait Photography Podcast. As I wind my way through the lanes. Other things that are happening in the studio. Obviously we're working on the setup of our training and our workshops. I'm about to re [00:28:00] platform all of our websites onto a new platform. Not quite sure which one it's going to be just yet.  But one of the challenges I guess all of us have is our web presence is really important, and so I built all my own websites built it all on WordPress. So all hosted it's all currently hosted on Siteground but over the years, a combination of price walking, which simply means every year it's got more and more expensive. You can get a good deal to start with, but gradually, I mean, we pay now. For two, the two main of our websites, I think the basic hosting is about 1200 quid a year for the two. And on top of that are all the little plug ins that we've had to buy and put in to run things like the shop, to run things like the automated side of it, the emails, to do certain things like display the images the way I want them. All of these bits of software are licensed. [00:29:00] Which is fine, but if you added all of that in to get in as well, rather, I think you get up into the region of sort of 1, 500 quid a year, 1, 600 pounds a year, somewhere around there for the two websites. Now that's fine, we're a big business. We work really hard at what we do, and we can justify paying properly, and paying, well pay our licenses anyway, but we can justify all of the expense of the website simply because it's a part of our turnover.  However, what irks me is firstly how difficult it is to keep on top of all of the updates of all of the component bits of software and also just how expensive it is when it doesn't need to be. It's not about the fact that I have to invest in it, it's about the fact that I don't think I need to do, I need to invest the time and the finances to the level we are. So I'm hunting around at the moment. I think I know what we're gonna do, and I think I know how I'm gonna do it. It'll take time, which is [00:30:00] something I don't have a lot of, but it's still got to be done. But if I can get all of the websites into one place, simplify them down, they don't need to be as comp, I'm really proud of our websites, but they do not need to be as complicated as they have evolved to be. And it's not that I set out to make them complicated, or I set out to do stuff that's particularly difficult. It's just that, year on year on year, as you add functionality, as you try to do new things, as you get on top of SEO, and structuring, and then keeping a track of 301s and 404s, and then you've got to have, like, an SEO tool to help you make sure your SEO's alright. And then you've got albums and portfolio bits of kit. You've got sliders. Oh man, there's so many bits of software. All of which is necessary to do what I have in my head. So what I've got to do first is figure out what's the bare minimum I can get away with. And then secondly, re platform all of that. So the websites will still be [00:31:00] beautiful. But if I can get it all under one roof, it'll be much easier to manage. And I don't have the time, to manage everything anymore, I simply don't. So that's, that's on the list for this year. And the other thing we're gonna do this year, or I've already started doing, is gradually pushing more into continuous lighting and away from strobes. Now, this is one which I don't yet know quite where the journey's gonna take me, but the foray that we've had into it so far has been incredibly rewarding. LED technology now with high CRI LEDs is at the standard where the quality is nearly as good as strobes. It's not, I still love the light you get off a Zenon strobe. There's something really beautiful about the quality of light, and of course, massively punchy. You get a huge amount of light, [00:32:00] a huge amount of kick. out of pretty much any strobe compared to an LED. If you had LEDs as bright as the strobe, as bright as the instantaneous flash of a strobe, people wouldn't be able to see. It's, you know, so bright, there's so much energy in that tiny fraction of a second, that, I don't know, thousandths of a second of light burst. But working with LED makes it easier to do video and you really can see What you're gonna get. And my logic is a very simple one. If it's good enough for the film industry, and the TV industry, Netflix and the like, then it's good enough for photography. Yes, alright, there are some things I'm gonna have to learn how to do differently. But I love doing that anyway. I'm a quick learner on most things. And so, I'm really excited about it. We've started I bought I've got a couple of Aputure Lightstorm Focusable, so these have got focusing lenses on the front focusable spots, and [00:33:00] they've got the old Bowens S type mounts on them, so we can mount pretty much anything. I use Profoto strobes in the studio but I've got these Aperture Lightstorm tunable lights, which are absolutely phenomenal. Really bright when you want them to be. If you turn them right down, they'll last for hours on a single charge. Also I've got a couple of, they were just cheap. I was working in the flash centre doing judging for the BIPP. And it was the flash centre in Birmingham were hosting us. And they had these light strips, just light rods. LED, Phottix. I think they were 40 quid each. I mean, they're really pennies. You know, a tank of fuel in this Land Rover is about 80 quid, so for the price of a tank of fuel, I can get two highly tunable, full spectrum lights that will do any color on the color wheel. As well as doing normal presets. They also do some clever things with, you can make, turn them into police lights and all the rest of it. They're quite cool. [00:34:00] So I got those working in the studio, but one of the challenges when you're working with Available light is the camera is going to capture everything it sees. With strobes, I don't worry about the lighting in the studio because the strobe overpowers it. Doesn't really matter. But with LED, you have to get the lighting, the whole lighting, exactly as you want it. And it caught us out a little bit when we were recording a video recently, and the video is simply too dark because I've lit my subject perfectly. But I haven't lit the rest of the studio because it never really occurred to me, and I need to do it, and it's fine. Everything's okay, and certainly the subject looks incredible, but when you look at the footage of me talking to camera, for instance, I'm in the gloom somewhere. And although we tried to sort it out a little bit, we haven't quite got there. So I've now retrofitted all of the lighting in the studio, so all of our normal overheads, office lighting if you like, in the studio, with, again, made by Aputure. They are, I can't, I think they're called [00:35:00] B7Cs or BL7Cs, which are, they look like a fat light bulb with an Edison screw thread, so they'll fit pretty much any light fitting from 100 volts up to about 250 volts. You screw them into a light fitting, and in normal mode, they just behave like normal light bulbs, except that you can hook them up to the same app I use for the Aputure Lightstorms, and you can control them completely from the phone. So I can control how strong they are. I can also control, again, like the Phottix, light sticks, I can control exactly what color they are. So these things, they're only about 50 quid each, but they are fully tunable. Any color I like and some special effects, if ever I did video that needed to feature, I don't know, police, car or fireworks or firelight, , it does all of those, that's of almost no interest to me. It's quite a cool thing to do, but. Not really for what I do. But I can control their light to be any colour [00:36:00] temperature and any power. On top of that, if you unscrew the light, it becomes a battery powered light. It simply can sit in someone's hand, or you can put it into any light fitting, even if it's not plugged in, and it will work exactly the same. It doesn't really make any difference. It'll last for about seven hours off the battery. These are really cool. So, we've started to experiment. A little way to go. I need some slightly, some LED panels. I've got a couple of bits. I do have some LED panels, but they're slightly older and the high CRI on the newer LEDs, you can really see the difference when you're illuminating skin. But it's a whole new adventure and it does change the way you shoot. So at the moment when I'm shooting, particularly when I'm doing headshots, I'll use, I'll do some with strobes because you get that glorious, clean light. With really deep depths of field. And obviously, ProPhoto units that modifies everything is absolutely stunning. So that's not something I'm gonna [00:37:00] completely get rid of anytime soon because I'm addicted to the quality of the light. But in the second half of the shoot, or maybe for certain shots, I'll bring out some LED lighting, maybe with a soft box or maybe LED, the strips and. You then get this beautiful thing where you can have much shallower depths of field. So, and total control, you can see exactly how the light's going to play. You can change the colours of the lights as if I was gelling the strobes, but it's so much easier. Literally, I can just dial it in to the app and change the colour of the lights. It's opening up new avenues to explore where we can play with colour because it's quicker. We can play with really shallow depths of field. I'm unlikely to ever be able to light, a family easily, because the power you'd need to get the depth of field you need, at least with the ISOs that we're still using at the moment, is possibly a bit too bright. But, [00:38:00] ISOs are becoming normal. The party I shot for the hotel I shot nearly all of it. Our ISO 10,000, ISO 10 K. That's just ridiculous in terms of sensitivity. But I wanted to capture the colors of the party. I wanted to capture the candlelight. I wanted to capture the sort of fairy lights and effects lights that the events company had put on. I wanted all of that, and I didn't wanna bounce, flash in and kill it. I did, obviously, when they're doing their awards. I used a flash gun. I used a, a speedlight on the camera because. Me being creative with the lighting is really not part of that puzzle. They need to be well lit, they need to be clear, they want to be able to celebrate the awards they've won. But, when it comes to the event side of it, the party side of it, I shot nearly all of it at ISO 10, 000 and then simply ran it through, for this particular run, I ran it through Adobe Lightroom, the AI noise reducer. I didn't turn the noise [00:39:00] reduction up very much, 20%? Tiny. But it has a really profound quality to it now. So you can run at ISO 10, 000 and still get pretty clean images. You lose a little bit of detail, it can get a little bit mushy. But it's a 50 megapixel camera, the Z9. And these pictures are not going to be used anywhere bigger, I'm going to guess, than 7x5. That's it. They're not hero pictures, they're not going out as posters. So, I've got a huge amount of latitude. And to be fair, I probably didn't even need to put the noise reducer on it, but I did just because, it's like somebody's going to zoom in and go, that's a bit grainy. Why do you need high ISOs, or clean high ISOs with LED? Well, think about it. Let's say I want to get to f8, right? Let's say I want to photograph a group of four or five people, and I'm going to need f8. To get the front to back bite in the image. So that the person at the front of the shot is nice and sharp, the person at the back of the shot is nice and sharp. Now, with a strobe, [00:40:00] that's really easy. With a strobe, I can turn the power wherever I like it, it won't make an awful lot of difference to the people in the shot, it's just a bright flash, and it's done. And I can set the camera at ISO 100, F8, F11, F16, whatever. Doesn't matter. It'll override all the light in the room, and I've got plenty of depth of field. Really easy. Now. If I turned my LEDs, and I'd need a few more than I own, up to get ISO 100, 100th of a second, f11, that is bright sunlight. That's effectively daylight, but on a sunny day. So, that's not really practical in a studio if I don't want people to be squinting. I could turn the power of the lights down, and use less power on the lights, but then of course I'm going to need to use slower shutter speeds, wider apertures, or higher ISOs. And now, with the ability to clean up even high ISO, [00:41:00] I'm starting to teeter on the edge of being able to do practically what you can do with strobes, with LEDs instead. Not there yet, but we're heading In the right direction. So that's on my list. That's part of this year. I'm gonna re-platform, the websites we're gonna switch over to LED. And we're gonna just see whether, for instance, we can create better videos, more videos, so it in, in the end. This year, it is all about making the changes we need to the business that we are looking forwards to. More about training, more about workshops, more about creating videos, about creating educational materials. Who knows, who knows, one day I might even get around to writing a second book to go with the very successful Mastering Portrait Photography. Mastering Portrait Photography Part 2, the sequel. This time it's personal. Mastering Portrait Photography Armageddon. I don't know, maybe I'll do it like Fast and Furious. We'll just do two, then three, then four, then [00:42:00] five, and then twenty eight. Who knows. But at the moment I haven't got that in me. The problem is always, of course, like all of us, our real clients, the clients that pay our everyday bills, the portrait clients, the wedding clients, the commercial clients I'm gonna have to service those guys first. And that's always the kicker, is how do I manage to keep the revenue coming in just as we need it, while still effectively building an entire add on or new business. It's a new business. So that's the puzzle. I will get to the bottom of it. I will figure it out. I'm enjoying the process very much. And so that, for us, is the year ahead. As I drive through, the rain has just arrived. It's dark and gloomy. My windscreen wipers are now squeaking in the background. I'm sure you can hear that on the recording. I'm driving through a very beautiful bit of the country. I'm running along one of the ridges in the Ridgeway. That's the Chiltern Hills. Just driving along and in spite of it being gloomy and dramatic, there's [00:43:00] fields full of sheep, there's just past an old farm, it's actually one of my clients here, and it's beautiful I'm guessing that is a medieval farmhouse, that is well old, that's got to be, and you're looking at the roof line, it's all sagged and these tiny little bricks and the road dips and drives around into the distance, it's Quite beautiful in spite of the rain. So there you have it. Please do head over to Mastering Portrait Photography. Also have a look if you're interested in the workshops that we're running this year. They're all out all up. The first six, at least, are up. The first few sold out literally within a day or so. Which is really flattering, but then gives me the problem of having to immediately schedule in new ones. There are a few spaces on some of the others though, so if you fancy coming and having an absolute blast about portrait photography in particular, whether it's you want to talk about the business side, the photoshopping side, or camera craft [00:44:00] or studio lighting, then please do head over to Paul Wilkinson Photography and look for the section on workshops. You can just google Paul Wilkinson Photography workshops. And you'll find them pretty quick. Whatever else happens, I hope your holiday season was peaceful. I hope you had a lovely, restful one. If not, I hope you're having an absolute party. And so, here's to 2024. Let's hope that it's Well, let's hope that it's a nicer year than it seems to have been in the first few days. There's nothing in the news that fills me with very much joy. So I'm just ignoring the news. I'm not paying any attention to it. I'm not getting involved. It just upsets me. I'm going to continue to do what I do and enjoy spending time with my clients, enjoy spending time with other photographers. Basically, I'm just going to make the most of my time on the planet. Here's to 2024 and whatever else, remember, be kind to yourself. Take care. [00:45:00]   

On the Resilient Birth podcast, Justine and Sarah explore the impact of trauma in the perinatal period. Through an inspirational quote that drives the weekly content, Justine and Sarah explore various trauma areas with vulnerability and compassion that support birthing people and birth professionals. Each week, listeners leave with takeaways to utilize in their lives and/or clients. Justine and Sarah hold the stories they share with honor and respect with the hope to impart knowledge, increase understanding, and bear witness to this challenging topic. Sarah is a licensed mental health counselor, educator, and mom of three. She walks with a story of trauma from before and as a result of her perinatal experience. Justine supports survivors of trauma through perinatal coaching and childbirth education. As well as being a mother of three, she holds a Ph.D. on representations of consent and sexual violence. In this episode we talk about what happens when birth trauma is or is not acknowledged by others. Both Sarah and Justine share personally about the impact of birth trauma upon themselves and how providers' actions and words activated previous trauma they experienced. If you would like to read the article this week's quote came from, here is the citation: Theresa Morris, Joan H Robinson, Keridwyn Spiller, & Amanda Gomez, (2023) “Screaming, ‘No! No!' It was Literally Like Being Raped”: Connecting Sexual Assault Trauma and Coerced Obstetric Procedures, Social Problems, 70:1, 55–70. https://doi.org/10.1093/socpro/spab024

A December treat today on the Don't Wing It podcast with mom and business owner Sarah Light. The first thing out of Sarah's mouth will bring you relief, I promise. If you are wanting to honor your priorities in the next new year, you have to listen to this episode! SOL PLANNER GIVEAWAY: Screenshot the episode on your phone and tag BOTH Sarah and Wren ----@solplanners and @wrenpodcastcoach on Instagram to enter to win Leave a review for the episode on the Apple podcast for a bonus chance to win!  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-wing-it-podcast-podcast-strategy-for-the/id1587821656   GET A SOL PLANNER: Check out Wren's affiliate link here: https://solplanners.com?aff=34  (at no extra cost to you!)   ***remember…it's only 22 cents a day to help you honor your priorities***   MORE FROM SARAH: Sarah's Course: https://solplanners.com?aff=34 Check out the episode when Wren interviews Sarah about her God story on the Friends of a Feather podcast HERE: https://wrenrobbins.com/podcast/185   HONORING YOUR DREAMS Want to accomplish your dream of starting a podcast? Take a peek at my schedule and let's talk over tea one day! http://www.wrenrobbins.com/bookacall

In this episode of Musicast, Sarah sits down with Claire of Musically Minted to share reflections on the AOSA conference in November. Both Sarah and Claire were exhibiting for the first time AND are running their businesses full-time after being in the classroom for years. Listen in to learn about the behind-the-scenes of conference exhibits, what it feels like to run a small business in music education, and their shared transition out of the classroom. You can learn more about Musically Minted here: https://musicallyminted.com/ And you can follow Musically Minted on Instagram: @musicallyminted --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicast-podcast/support

Emma speaks to Dr Sarah Taylor and Dr Rebecca Leon, who are GPs with a special interest in cancer, about early cancer diagnosis.Both Sarah and Rebecca have portfolio careers and one of their roles is as GP leads at GatewayC, an organisation backed by the NHS in England and Wales and leading cancer charities that is aiming to boost early cancer diagnosis. As part of this work they host the GPs Talk Cancer podcast.In this conversation Sarah and Rebecca explain how the pandemic and the current backlog of care have impacted on cancer diagnosis and treatment, whether the NHS can hit ambitious targets on early cancer diagnosis, and what recent changes to national targets mean.We also talk about inequalities in early cancer diagnosis, new tests to detect cancer early, and the importance of screening. Rebecca and Sarah also have some practical advice based on their own experiences and conversations with experts that can help GPs ensure they don't miss a cancer diagnosis.This episode was presented by GPonline editor Emma Bower. It was produced by Czarina Deen.Useful links● GatewayC● GPs Talk Cancer podcast● The NHS Galleri trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two leading analysts and advocates for a data-driven, comprehensive approach to water policy in Texas, Sarah Rountree Schlessinger, CEO of the Texas Water Foundation, and Jeremy Mazur, Senior Policy Analyst with Texas 2036 have a conversation with Larry on the water issues of Texas and the potential impact of Proposition 6 on meeting those challenges.Both Sarah and Jeremy are highly regarded for the important research and data they develop with their teams. They are both called on frequently to testify before Texas Legislative Committees, the Texas Water Development Board, other state agencies, the 16 Regional Water Districts of Texas, and other entities that are considering water policy.

Honored to welcome two special guests to the podcast today: musician Sarah Aroeste and chef Susan Barocas. They share unique connections as Sephardic Jews with roots tracing back to a large, influential, and ancient Macedonian town. Sadly, during the Holocaust, nearly the entire population of that town was lost - a shocking 98%, in fact. Both Sarah and Susan are passionate about preserving Sephardic culture. As enthusiastic researchers, they delve deep into historical records, oral traditions, and stories. Together, they're on a mission to curate and share this rich heritage with all of us. But what makes their "Savor! project unique and truly remarkable is how they express this shared passion differently. The "Savor" experience is, in part, a music album filled of Sephardic songs about food, sung in the Ladino language. It's also a collection of recipes that go hand in hand with each song. Plus, Susan and Sarah have created videos featuring female chefs demonstrating these recipes, all while discussing their personal connection to food and Sephardic culture. As we approach the Jewish High Holy Days, I'm thrilled to have Sarah and Susan here to discuss Sephardic history and heritage. As you'll hear, they teach me so much, not only about Sephardic culture, but also about the profound role of food and music in preserving heritage, tradition, history, values, and stories. Highlights A concept album: How the Savor project of pairing Sephardic recipes & songs began  Sarah and Susan's shared heritage in Bitola (formerly Monastir) in Northern Macedonia, where 98% of the town was exterminated in the Holocaust The distinctions among Jews (Sephardic vs. Ashkenazi) are a modern construction When & how did the lineages and stories of Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jews  How the geography, language (Ladino), and music of the Sephardics developed The core elements of liturgy and customs that unite all Jews The effects of the multi-century Spanish Inquisition on the entire Jewish populations, especially Sephardic Jews The Holocaust was deadly for Sephardic Jews as well Sarah's story: “Music was my life.” How Sarah pivoted from classical opera to performing as a Ladino singer. How did Sarah and her mentor uncovered and created Ladino music No such thing as “authentic” or “traditional” Sephardic music or recipes Sopa de Ajo: Allium Soap - Why Sarah chose it Alliums and the Inquisition Susan's story: Her father as teacher How Sephardic cooking spread to and melded with the rest of the world's cuisine How to prepare garlic until it's “mellow, sweet, and flavorful” Susan's tips for preparing leeks Listen to Guest Now Learn More About the SAVOR Experience! Website: www.savorexperience.com Intro to The Savor Experience on YouTube Susan's Storied Recipe: Sopa de Ajo https://thestoriedrecipe.com/sopa-de-ajo-healing-garlic-green-soup-for-a-cold/ More Episodes with Guests of Jewish Heritage Related Recipes

Happy Saturday! Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Both Sarah and Dustin are taking trips! Dustin is going to Florida and Sarah is going to New Mexico. They're both traveling a little differently; Sarah is using a rental car, and Dustin is using his own truck and towing his camper. Dustin gives some towing tips, and things to check on a rental car before you hit the road. Emergency items to have with you.

Welcome back to the Fertility Podcast, after our summer break we return with Fertility Coach Sarah Banks to talk about support (or sadly the lack of) in IVF clinics. Both Sarah and I hear frequently, from the people we support, that there is just not enough emotional support in clinics. Sarah is working hard to raise awareness of this with fertility clinics, and has recently completed a survey with her support communities to assess the degree of emotional support provided in clinics.This is what we discussed:Sarah explains the results of her survey. From a total of 200 responses so far, respondents rated the level of support as 4.9 out of 10. 8.4% reported having zero support in their clinic and 60% felt that their clinic did not have a culture of support. Many respondents felt that the degree of support had lessened since the Pandemic, with patients feeling more like a number than an individual.We talked about how there is an expectation of support and that it is now greater than it has ever been. Sarah explained why this might be the case.Sarah talked about how clinics have received her data and that she is finding that they are more open to understanding what patients need but we still have a long way to go.Sarah offered suggestions for the types of support that clinics should be offering. Counseling in clinics is often limited to one session, and counseling is not for everyone. Sarah discusses the benefit of a support group to find commonality and to feel validated, reading materials, signposting to reputable social media accounts, Apps etcSarah highlights that there needs to be a culture change among staff and the importance of receiving training to better understand the emotional needs of patients. Understandably, staff in clinics are very busy but they need to be empathetic to patients so that they feel fully supported.Sarah shares her fertility journey of 6 years and two cycles of IVF to conceive her son. This led her to retrain to be a fertility coach, and set up support groups locally and internationally. Sarah later developed the IVF Positivity Planner which is a fabulous resource to support you on your fertility journey. The planner is a coaching book combined with a 12 week journal to help you focus on the things you can control, from self care to action plans and goal setting to help you move forward. We totally recommend it!Finally Sarah's advice if you feel you're not getting support from you clinic is to speak to them and tell them how you're feeling. Clinics do want to support you, so feed this back to them and get your voice heard. You can also look for professional support via BICA (British Infertility Counseling Association) or you may prefer a fertility coach to support you.We would love to hear your experiences of the support you received at your clinic. Check out Sarah's survey via the link in her instagram bio (see below)Socials:Follow @TheFertilityPodcast on InstagramFollow @YourFertilityNurse on InstagramFollow Sarah Banks | Fertility Coach (@ivfpositivityplanner) on InstagramFind IVF Positivity Planner – Sarah Banks Coaching BICA - https://www.bica.net/Fertility Coaching with Kate and

Welcome to The Jar podcast, where we delve into the personal stories of individuals making a difference in the world. In our next episode, we have the privilege of meeting Sarah and Aubrey from the Family Promise shelter in Lawton.Sarah serves as the Director of the shelter, while Aubrey works alongside her as the assistant Director. Together, they create a nurturing environment for displaced families, offering them support and a sense of belonging. Both Sarah and Aubrey have faced their own challenges, including difficult childhoods and strained family relationships.Sarah's journey includes growing up with a schizophrenic mother and eventually being adopted by her older brother. These experiences brought forth feelings of rejection and abandonment, shaping her resilience and compassion for others. Aubrey, on the other hand, has dedicated herself to giving a voice to the oppressed and underserved, drawing from her own experiences of abuse and not fitting in.Through their work at the Family Promise shelter, Sarah and Aubrey have channeled their personal struggles into a deep commitment to helping others. Their stories shed light on the transformative power of empathy and resilience, showcasing the extraordinary impact individuals can have on the lives of those facing homelessness.Join us as we listen to Sarah and Aubrey's inspiring journeys, gaining insights into the challenges they have overcome and the compassion they bring to their work. The conversation will provide a glimpse into the lives of individuals who have dedicated themselves to making a difference in the lives of displaced families. Welcome to The Jar podcast with Sarah and Aubrey from the Family Promise shelter, where we explore stories of resilience and compassion that inspire us all.For more of The Jar, visit:Website: https://www.thejar.live/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaTqB1dhDvl0Oh505ysdxTgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcast.thejarInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejar_podcast/Disclaimer: The views stated in this episode are our guest's opinions and do not represent the views, beliefs or opinions of The Jar Podcast. Our goal is to provide a platform for everyone no matter what they believe, and we would like to continue to do that while making it clear our guests are not a representation of The Jar Podcast. 

Sean was not impressed with Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022) and doesn't 'get it'. Sarah from Weird Horizon is here to try and figure out what didn't land for Sean and discusses her own views on the film. My Guest: Sarah hosts the 'Weird Horizon' podcast, which contains "Discussions on the spooky and the esoteric, the counter-cultural and the just plain weird". Check it out here: https://anchor.fm/weirdhorizon  Discussion Points: -Sarah was told by friends that she would cry watching this, but she didn't. -Sarah and Sean can't understand how this film has become the most awarded film of all time. -The film is inventive and entertaining, but feels under-developed in some areas. -Sean doesn't understand how certain actors won awards for their performances. -Sarah and Sean feel that Sadie Sink or Hong Chau should have won the Best Supporting Actress. -Sean follows Chatsunami's advice and adds a disclaimer. -The weight of expectations. -Sarah would watch an extended version which delves more into the emotions/substance of the relationships between the members of the family. -"I would've been happy with you doing laundry"- well you weren't mate, you were going to divorce her. -It does feel like a film crafted by human beings and has a great sense of humour. -Sarah and Sean both loved the raccoon universe. -They then dive into Best Academy Award Film Winners since 2005. -The comparisons between this film and The Shape of Water (2017). -Sean Reads Balanced Reviews: Sean pays homage to 'Bill Reads Bad Reviews' and trawls the internet for some lesser-than-favourable reviews for the film. Both Sarah and Sean are surprised by how balanced the majority of this lower-rating reviews are. Raised Questions: -Was this film built up to much? -Is Jamie Lee Curtis on-screen more in Halloween Kills (2021) than in this? -What was the daughter's issue? -Would Sean have preferred a film set solely in the sausage-fingers universe? -Do Sean's analogies make any sense? -Why didn't Sarah cry? -Is Sean obsessed with Reminiscence? -Despite being very well made, does this film actually do anything new? -What were the judging panel on? -Was The Whale (2022) "too Oscar-y" to win? -Will this film have any cultural impact? Quotes of the episode: -"What a beautiful day to be alive! Oh sh*t, Reminiscence exists". -"I've seen it all before. It might have had different wrapping, but I've had this present before". -"It just didn't do it for me". Sarah's film recommendations: Parasite (2019). The Whale (2022). Sean's film recommendations: The Green Book (2018). -All Quiet on the Western Front (2022). Trailer: FilmFloggers: www.filmfloggers.com Review It Yourself now has a Patreon! Choose from TWO memberships: -'Nowt Special' Side Series: This 'Nowt Special' tier gives you Exclusive Access to a (ANOTHER) side-series in which Sean watches older, classic films.... + other benefits. -Rewatch It Yourself: +All the benefits of the 'Nowt Special' tier PLUS -An even-more exclusive series, where Sean takes you through every Zombie film he owns (there's quite a few). Find us here: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/review_it_yourself21 Twitter: @YourselfReview Instagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021

Warriors….you are in for a wild and amazing ride this week on the podcast. Both Sarah and I are extra excited about this one.  We believe the Universe brings people to us exactly when we need them. Our guest this week is Jina Seer. I stumbled upon her Podcast, Past Lives & The Divine  and became mesmerized. After listening to just a few episodes, I scheduled an appointment to explore my own past lives and hear from my higher self. It was one of the most healing experiences for me in a time that I needed it the most.  In this episode Jina explains hypnosis, past lives, and so many other magical things. We even learn why Sarah keeps running into alligators!  You don't have to be a believer in all things spiritual, magical, and past lives to enjoy this episode. It is a fascinating conversation grounded in healing and growth.    A little more about Jina:   Jina has been helping people get in touch with their true nature since 2002 through various roles, projects, and companies. Currently Jina facilitates experiences where clients can learn from past life memories in ways that can help make the most of this life, today.  She also helps people connect with and experience the eternal, unconditional, earthly, ancient love from their Angels and Spirit Guides so they can feel more love, peaceful, whole, worthy, and powerful. Jina is the co-creator of The Hypnotic Arts Training. Check out the training here.  Learn even more about Jina, her work, and how to set up an appointment on her website: Past Lives & The Divine   Warriors, we hope you enjoy the episode. Xo, Amy & Sarah   We want to keep on keeping on with our mental health awareness mission and to do that, we need to grow our Patreon community so that we can continue to put out the Unqualified Therapists podcast. YOU can help us keep the mics on and join our community for as little as $5. Your support means the world to us as we continue to stop the stigma surrounding mental health and mental illness. Find all things UTI here. Have a story to share? Contact us here. Help us out with a short survey for what you want to hear next on the pod. Starting your own podcast and want an easy and affordable platform? Get your first month FREE by using this link. *The Unqualified Therapists Podcast is not recommending medical advice as they are not actual doctors (Hence the name: Unqualified

Both Sarah and Mario Quintero of the post-everything band Spotlights have been guests on TGS previously, but never at the same time. It is clear that regardless of the music that they make together, beautifully crushing songs that push sonic boundaries with every release, these two are best friends and would be together even without this music. They're deeply in love and have a connection to being the best fucking band they can be and are proving it with every new release. Their newest, Alchemy For The Dead (IPECAC) is another perfect cog on Spotlights gear but sees them grow their brand in very big ways; the vocals and lyrical content on this record has pushed them beyond their post-post-post roots into territory relatively uncharted for them. They've always had singing on their records but it's a big jump for this band. They're embarking on a 9 week tour and explain exactly how they do it and how they make sure their children (aka their dogs) are taken care of while they're out proving it. 

Meet Author Sarah Maslin Nir, a Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist whose memoir is aptly entitled "Horse Crazy." Then, get to know teen para dressage athlete Andie Sue Roth. Both Sarah and Andie Sue have inspiring stories of overcoming obstacles to pursue their dreams. Listen in...Sidelines HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3112 – Show Notes and Links:Hosted by: Jan Westmark and Britney Grover of Sidelines MagazineTitle Sponsor: Cavali Club by CorroTitle Sponsor: Lake Placid Horse ShowsPresenting Sponsor: Sidelines MagazineGuest: Sarah Maslin Nir, The Flying Horse (Once Upon a Horse #1) Once Upon A HorseGuest: Philip RichterGuest: Andie Sue Roth (@andiesue_para_equestrian)Coupon: Use Coupon Code HRN for 1/2 off a Sidelines Magazine subscription.There's an App for that! Check out the new Horse Radio Network app for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on Twitter or follow Horses In The Morning on Facebook

Meet Author Sarah Maslin Nir, a Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist whose memoir is aptly entitled "Horse Crazy." Then, get to know teen para dressage athlete Andie Sue Roth. Both Sarah and Andie Sue have inspiring stories of overcoming obstacles to pursue their dreams. Listen in...Sidelines HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3112 – Show Notes and Links:Hosted by: Jan Westmark and Britney Grover of Sidelines MagazineTitle Sponsor: Cavali Club by CorroTitle Sponsor: Lake Placid Horse ShowsPresenting Sponsor: Sidelines MagazineGuest: Sarah Maslin Nir, The Flying Horse (Once Upon a Horse #1) Once Upon A HorseGuest: Philip RichterGuest: Andie Sue Roth (@andiesue_para_equestrian)Coupon: Use Coupon Code HRN for 1/2 off a Sidelines Magazine subscription.There's an App for that! Check out the new Horse Radio Network app for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on Twitter or follow Horses In The Morning on Facebook

Cory and Brian interview Sarah Hunter and Doug Balzer who work for the Western District of the Canadian Christian and Missionary Alliance. Both Sarah and Doug naturally incorporate the supernatural into their everyday disciple-making. We want to hear how and why this has been an important part of their work. You can learn more by reading Doug's works found at dougbalzer.com

Big black trash bag energy is in full effect over here! In this episode Sarah is joined by contributor Joanna Martin for a conversation about how, why and what we are getting rid of this January. We talk strategic home resets, major junk-hauling, and tips for ongoing clutter maintenance. And while on the surface this episode is about physical stuff, we also acknowledge the emotional complexity that surrounds getting rid of stuff. Enjoy!About Our SponsorsHiya HealthHiya is a daily children's vitamin that's stronger, cleaner, and tastier — made from a blend of 12 farm-fresh fruits and vegetables and 15 essential vitamins. For 50% OFF your first order go to hiyahealth.com/MOMHOUR or enter code MOMHOUR at checkout.FutureThe Future app is a new way to do one-on-one personal training that's all about custom workouts and unlimited support — whenever, wherever, and however you need it. Visit tryfuture.com/momhour to start your 30-day, risk-free trial of Future todayAthletic GreensAG1 by Athletic Greens is the category-leading superfood product, bringing comprehensive and convenient daily nutrition to every body. The AG1 powder from Athletic Greens is lifestyle-friendly whether you eat keto, paleo, vegan, dairy-free or gluten-free, and contains less than 1 gram of sugar, no GMOs, no nasty chemicals or artificial anything. Go to athleticgreens.com/momhour for a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase of AG1.Links We Mentioned (Or Should Have) In This EpisodeFollow Joanna's 2023 home reset progress in this highlight on her InstagramJoanna follows Kathryn Whitaker on Instagram for inspiration for home declutteringJoanna enjoyed the book Organized Simplicity by Tsh Oxenreider (affiliate link)Sarah's recent decluttering involved 1-800-Got-JunkWe discussed consignment stores like Once Upon A Child and Kid To Kid, which have locations in several states, as well as Thred Up for online consigningSarah liked using Pickupplease.org which is available in many cities to schedule a pickup donation.Joanna loves to follow Kate Strickler's Naptime Kitchen account on instagram and enjoyed The Home Reset, a practical course by Naptime Kitchen created for decluttering and organizing a home.Both Sarah and Joanna use Buy Nothing to get rid of stuff.Continue the conversation:Instagram | Private Facebook Community (be sure to answer the membership questions!)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Great things and growth happen at the end of your comfort zone… does that apply to relationships too? In this episode of Inner Archeology, Sarah and Emily discuss the connection between trust, risk, uncertainty, and safety in relationships – including the role of expectations, the idea of self-trust, and how to approach failed relationships. Key Points In Episode: Have you heard of Emily's Master Your Fate 90-day program? Learn more about it over at MasterYourFate90.com. Today's episode is inspired by some of the relationship conversations Emily has been having with her cohort plus some inspiration she got from an Instagram profile: the intersection between trust and risk, safety and uncertainty in relationships. The more trust we develop within ourselves, the more safety we create inside of us and the more capacity we have for risk and uncertainty that are needed to experience joy and beautiful things in life, says Emily. Do you agree? For Sarah, healing comes from relationships. It isn't just about having trust in yourself…when it comes to relationships, you eventually need to put trust in someone else – hoping they will treat you with respect. What comes to your mind when thinking about self-trust? Do you think it's about developing trust in yourself by keeping the promises you made? Is it about rooting your identity within yourself instead of on external things? (For Emily, it's the latter). We often think of failed relationships as failures… but, actually, they can be great sources of self-trust, confidence and self-worth. #PersonalDevelopment Do you know how we experience growth at the end of our comfort zone? The same can be said for relationships: if you want meaningful and deep relationships, you need to accept a level of risk and discomfort. Sarah shares a story that brings the role of expectations in a relationship into the picture. Both Sarah and Emily think that the way you see whether someone really cares is how they show up, especially in repair. What's your take? Are you replaying toxic relationships over and over again? Chances are that you have normalized harmful and toxic behavior and have mistaken it for safety. Recognizing this was huge for Sarah.   Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Inner Archeology Email Sarah Turner on Instagram Emily Pennystone on Instagram @Inner.Archeology on Instagram InnerArcheology.com InnerArcheology.tv (video version) patreon.com/InnerArcheology Inner Archeology on YouTube MasterYourFate90.com (Emily's 90-day program) @QueerCosmos on Instagram Rachel Botsman

Great things and growth happen at the end of your comfort zone… does that apply to relationships too? In this episode of Inner Archeology, Sarah and Emily discuss the connection between trust, risk, uncertainty, and safety in relationships – including the role of expectations, the idea of self-trust, and how to approach failed relationships. Key Points In Episode: Have you heard of Emily's Master Your Fate 90-day program? Learn more about it over at MasterYourFate90.com. Today's episode is inspired by some of the relationship conversations Emily has been having with her cohort plus some inspiration she got from an Instagram profile: the intersection between trust and risk, safety and uncertainty in relationships. The more trust we develop within ourselves, the more safety we create inside of us and the more capacity we have for risk and uncertainty that are needed to experience joy and beautiful things in life, says Emily. Do you agree? For Sarah, healing comes from relationships. It isn't just about having trust in yourself…when it comes to relationships, you eventually need to put trust in someone else – hoping they will treat you with respect. What comes to your mind when thinking about self-trust? Do you think it's about developing trust in yourself by keeping the promises you made? Is it about rooting your identity within yourself instead of on external things? (For Emily, it's the latter). We often think of failed relationships as failures… but, actually, they can be great sources of self-trust, confidence and self-worth. #PersonalDevelopment Do you know how we experience growth at the end of our comfort zone? The same can be said for relationships: if you want meaningful and deep relationships, you need to accept a level of risk and discomfort. Sarah shares a story that brings the role of expectations in a relationship into the picture. Both Sarah and Emily think that the way you see whether someone really cares is how they show up, especially in repair. What's your take? Are you replaying toxic relationships over and over again? Chances are that you have normalized harmful and toxic behavior and have mistaken it for safety. Recognizing this was huge for Sarah.   Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Inner Archeology Email Sarah Turner on Instagram Emily Pennystone on Instagram @Inner.Archeology on Instagram InnerArcheology.com InnerArcheology.tv (video version) patreon.com/InnerArcheology Inner Archeology on YouTube MasterYourFate90.com (Emily's 90-day program) @QueerCosmos on Instagram Rachel Botsman

In episode two, we say “fuck, yeah!” to queer femmes. Meet co-host Sarah Tomchesson. We learn how she came into her queer identity and how intimately connected her queerness is to her femme identity. Both Sarah and Robin share about the role models shaped their relationship to femininity. AND we get deep into sex talk in this episode. Like, real deep. Bonus rant about birth control if you stick around until the end!

Today my friend Sarah and I are chatting about Daughter of the Pirate King by Tricia Levenseller. This was the first book by Tricia Levenseller that I've read, and I loved it so much that now she is an automatic buy for me. Both Sarah and I devoured this book and its sequel. If you like pirates, this book is for you. It's like Pirates of the Caribbean but with a female lead. There's treasure hunting, greedy pirates, trickery, Siren's, a pirate romance, and more! You won't want to miss this fantastic story!First 15 minutes are spoiler FREE!A little about Daughter of the Pirate King: Sent on a mission to retrieve an ancient hidden map―the key to a legendary treasure trove―seventeen-year-old pirate captain Alosa deliberately allows herself to be captured by her enemies, giving her the perfect opportunity to search their ship. More than a match for the ruthless pirate crew, Alosa has only one thing standing between her and the map: her captor, the unexpectedly clever and unfairly attractive first mate Riden. But not to worry, for Alosa has a few tricks up her sleeve, and no lone pirate can stop the Daughter of the Pirate King.Check out Sarah's InstagramHave a question about Daughter of the Pirate King? Have a book you want me to review on the podcast? Just want to say hi? Send me an email at yabookchat@gmail.comDon't forget to give the podcast a 5 star rating, and leave a review! Thank you for your support!Check out my Patreon! Join now for some great benefits and perks!

After observing the waste and unsustainable practices while working in the fashion industry, Sarah Arch and Allie Feldman decided to do something about it by starting Rooted Botanics, a fashion brand that gives ethically sourced vintage pieces new life through natural dyes. Both Sarah and Allie are dedicated to thoughtful sourcing, purposeful education about the history of natural dye, and creating beautiful garments while developing a business model designed to remain at a human scale. The relationships they have forged with plant dyes continue to advance a paradigm shift in the fashion industry - a shift that ultimately downplays harm and amplifies joy. Topics Covered: Discovering Natural Dyes Waste in the Fashion Industry Greenwashing and Microplastics Health Benefits of Natural Dyes and Fibers Embracing the Beauty and Unpredictability of Natural Dye Learning and Growing Into Slow Living Resources Mentioned:  https://lady-farmer.com/blogs/the-good-dirt-podcast/mairin-wilson (Christie Dawn Podcast Episode) https://lady-farmer.com/blogs/news/textiles-101-fiber-content (Textiles 101: Fiber Content) https://maiwa.com/ (Maiwa natural dyes) Connect with Rooted Botanics: https://rootedbotanics.com/ (https://rootedbotanics.com/ ) Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rootedbotanics/?hl=en ( @rootedbotanics) About Lady Farmer: https://lady-farmer.com/blogs/the-good-dirt-podcast (Our Website) @weareladyfarmer on https://www.instagram.com/thegooddirtph/ (Instagram) Join http://almanac.lady-farmer.com/ (The Lady Farmer ALMANAC) Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share a shoutout. Submissions throughout the month of June will be entered to win a Slow Living Consult with Mary and Emma!  Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com Original music by John Kingsley @jkingsley1026 Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well being.

After observing the waste and unsustainable practices while working in the fashion industry, Sarah Arch and Allie Feldman decided to do something about it by starting Rooted Botanics, a fashion brand that gives ethically sourced vintage pieces new life through natural dyes. Both Sarah and Allie are dedicated to thoughtful sourcing, purposeful education about the history of natural dye, and creating beautiful garments while developing a business model designed to remain at a human scale. The relationships they have forged with plant dyes continue to advance a paradigm shift in the fashion industry - a shift that ultimately downplays harm and amplifies joy. Topics Covered: Discovering Natural Dyes Waste in the Fashion Industry Greenwashing and Microplastics Health Benefits of Natural Dyes and Fibers Embracing the Beauty and Unpredictability of Natural Dye Learning and Growing Into Slow Living Resources Mentioned:  Christie Dawn Podcast Episode Textiles 101: Fiber Content Maiwa natural dyes Connect with Rooted Botanics: https://rootedbotanics.com/  Instagram: @rootedbotanics About Lady Farmer: Lady Farmer is a sustainable apparel and lifestyle brand, with education around sustainability and sustainable living at the forefront of our mission. Lady Farmer is proud to produce The Good Dirt podcast. Our Website @weareladyfarmer on Instagram Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or tell us what the good dirt means to you. Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com Support your Good Dirt at home with BIOS Nutrients! Listeners of The Good Dirt podcast can enjoy 15% off BIOS Nutrients organic, natural fertilizers using the code LADYFARMER15 at checkout. Original music by John Kingsley @jkingsley1026 Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well being.

Our dear friend and county council candidate Sarah Blessing joins us to talk all things polls! Both Sarah and Graylin worked the polls for the first time and had a wonderful experience. They talk about how it changed their outlook on things and what needs to happen going forward. THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Not Going Quietly- Ady Barkan documentary The Hating Game by Sally Thorne Severance by Apple TV + Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Harari Introducing the Blue Dot Annual Membership…click here for all the details! Don't forget to call or text us at 502-653-9157. Send us an email at bluedotharrisoncounty@gmail.com or say hi on Instagram: @bluedotharrisoncounty BECOME A MEMBER Please know that this subscription is optional and the vast majority of our content will always be available free of charge. MAKE A ONE-TIME DONATION We are humbled by all of your support and are excited to keep going.

In this episode, Blessing and Andrea are joined by Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers! Together they're the hosts of Pantsuit Politics podcast and co-authors of Now What? How to Move Forward When We're Divided (About Basically Everything), which was just published on May 3, 2022 and I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening): A Guide to Grace Filled Political Conversations. They met in college before going their separate ways for law school. They both live in Kentucky with their spouses and children. Pantsuit Politics Podcast has been featured in the New York Times, the Atlantic, and named by Apple Podcasts as one of the Best Shows of 2021.    Sarah and Beth speak frequently to universities, businesses, and civic organizations about improving political dialogue. Both Sarah and Beth attended Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky, and then received their Juris Doctors (Sarah from American University and Beth from the University of Kentucky).    Sarah began her career as a congressional staffer, campaign aide, and blogger and social media consultant. She lives in Paducah, Kentucky, where she served a term as a city commissioner and volunteers as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate for children.  Beth has practiced law and served as an human resources executive and business coach. Beth lives in Union, Kentucky, and serves on several local boards of directors. Sarah shares life with her spouse, Nicholas, and children Griffin, Amos, and Felix; Beth with her spouse, Chad, and children Jane and Ellen. Sarah's dog, Cookie, and Beth's dog, Lucy, are beloved (and involuntary) contributors to their work. This podcast is in partnership with Indeed, the world's number one job site, a company committed to helping women find better work. Visit www.indeed.com/betterwork and join us as we #LevelUpWithIndeed. Become a member of the Mother Honestly Private Network by visiting www.motherhonestly.com/membership and if you are a Company seeking support for your employees and their families, visit www.motherhonestly.com/atwork to provide real solutions at home and at work. The Motherboard has launched! Get feedback, coaching, and advice on big decisions with the nation's leading thought-leaders on the homefront and workfront, visit www.motherhonestly.com/motherboard to get personalized guidance tailored to you. You can also expense this cost as a stipend, Learning and Development, and or Professional Development You can visit today's guests at Pantsuit Politics Podcast 

Welcome to episode 55! This is our first episode with not one but TWO fun guests, Sarah Hackwith and Lara Days. We talk about diet culture and fat phobia in the fitness industry. Both Sarah and Lara are fitness professionals and health coaches, so they bring a great perspective on what the rhetoric is like inside the gyms and how we need to change it. This episode is real, entertaining and informative. It's a great one for anyone who loves fitness classes, going to the gym, fitness trainers, studio owners and everyone in between. In this episode, we talk about: the diet culture rhetoric + their honest thoughts about it how this “talk” can be hurting people how trainers/owners can shift the conversation and make it more positive + healthy whether it's “ok” to work out for aesthetic reasons & more All about Sarah & Lara: Sarah Hackwith has been a mover and a shaker since before she could walk! After majoring in Ballet & Modern Dance at TCU, she moved to New York City to become a professional dancer and shortly after, transitioned to working in fitness. Over the past 10 years in the industry, she's taught everything from indoor cycling to trampoline rebounding to strength classes and Reformer Pilates. Sarah is also a certified Health Coach through the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, and is passionate about helping women step into their personal power as they heal their relationship to food and their bodies. At the end of the day, Sarah is currently most excited to continue helping other fitness professional increase their awareness about creating inclusive, safe, educational spaces for all bodies and humans. Lara Days is a certified nutrition coach, personal trainer, yoga instructor, and sports nutritionist who is on a mission to dismantle the diet industry and empower people to live their happiest, healthiest, most confident lives. Lara focuses on helping you improve your mindset, unlearn your past conditioning, and trust your body so that you can find food freedom, ditch diet culture, and step into your power. Where to find Sarah & Lara: https://www.instagram.com/sarahhacks/ https://www.sarahhackwith.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lara.days/ https://www.laraelizabethcoaching.com/ Today's episode sponsors: Blender Bombs. https://blenderbombs.com/ use code FITNESSINSIDER for 20% off your order. Highland Park Housekeeping. https://highlandparkhousekeeping.com/ code NATALIE15 for 15% off your service. Don't forget to subscribe so you'll see each new episode as soon as it arrives every other Wednesday. If you enjoyed this episode, please head to Apple podcasts and leave a review and a rating. If you'd like to follow along updates with this podcast, be sure to follow me here: @thefitnessinsiderpodcast oh and also here @thatfoodiegirl --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefitnessinsider/support

After a whirlwind of a month, we finally got a chance to sit down, just the two of us and do a full update on golf AND Housewives! Both Sarah and I played in a 3-day golf tournament at Alta Mesa Golf Club - we go over the formats, our playing partners and how we did.  Let's be real… the Real Housewives of New Jersey has the most content right now. We do a deep dive into New Jersey and touch base on Orange County and Salt Lake City.  Connect with us on your favorite social platform: Subscribe to our FREE Female Golfer Facebook Group: Real Housewives of Golf Ready to book your next Scottsdale Retreat? Contact Sarah now at Elite Golf Experience!  Check out and download TODAY the bestselling practice program, Short Game 100. Tori: Instagram: @tori_totlis TikTok: @tori_totlis Website: CompeteConfidenceGolf.com Sarah: Instagram: @sarah_held_golf_travel_ Website: EliteGolfExperience.com Podcast IG: @realhousewivesofgolf Podcast YouTube: Real Housewives of Golf Be sure you are subscribed to our podcast to automatically receive the NEW episodes weekly!!!

Before 5* eventer Sarah Olivier (nee Stretton) became a mum, she had ridden most of the United Kingdom's most challenging courses and produced a number of tricky horses. Sarah's riding aspirations haven't changed, but now, with her two-year-old daughter in tow, it's all about finding the perfect eventing equilibrium.In today's podcast, Sarah shares the gamechanger that helped with the rehabilitation of her horse, Lazy Acres Skip On (Bob), as well as some lightbulb moments on pushing through injuries, self-doubt and life-changing events. Hear how a veterinary physiotherapist plus a saddlery innovation unlocked Bob's potential to become a 5* eventing horse.Do you remember your first saddle? Both Sarah and host Bex Mason started out in a Bates Caprilli!Find out why a casual conversation with six-time Olympian, Andrew Hoy, has made all the difference to Sarah's mindset in the start box at events like Badminton and Burghley.Try not to “aww!” aloud, as you're taken through Sarah's pre-ride ritual to psyche herself up for cross country.Are you a busy mum too? Sarah's number one tip on finding her balance between family and horses might just be what you need to hear.All this and so much more in this episode of THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE.

Six years ago Mike Cameron's girlfriend was murdered by her ex-boyfriend who then took his own life.In this raw conversation we discuss this event and its aftermath and how Mike found the strength of purpose to carry on.  He shares his memories of Carissa and the day when everything changed.Mike's journey is testament to the power of gratitude and grace in the face of grief and his continuing work to end violence against women and teach men to turn from anger to empathy in the face of life's challenges stands as an ongoing memory to Carissa.Both Sarah and I were so grateful to Mike for sharing his story with us and we hope you find his vulnerability and strength as inspiring as we do.

In this episode, we continue my conversation with Sarah with the addition of her boyfriend Jared. Both Sarah and Jared have suffered terrible losses which has also enabled them to support each other. Sarah and Jared share their grief journeys and offer insight into the experience of mourning the death of a spouse. To learn more about Sarah and read her writings on grief visit her website www.sacredunraveling.com and Instagram @sacredunraveling To engage with our grief community join us on Instagram @mourningdovepod

A small, hard-working army of people stood between the American citizens and military troops and the U.S.'s success in the war when it came to food. Who were these people? Veterinarians! In this episode, Sarah and special guest veterinarian Dr. Amy Gulick, talk about the vital role veterinarians and the Army Veterinary Corps played in protecting the nation's food supply during WWII. Both Sarah and Amy try some unique, autumn-friendly meat recipes, and Amy shares a special wartime story about her grandmother. To see all the extra goodies related to this episode including recipes, head on over to www.victorykitchenpodcast.com. (Coming Soon!) This podcast needs YOUR support! Your generosity not only gives Sarah warm fuzzies of joy, it also helps her source the very best research materials to make each episode the best it can be. To share your love for her work and to sustain future episodes, go to anchor.fm/victorykitchenpodcast and click on Support. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victorykitchenpodcast/support

Sheri talks about how she “discovered” the Doctrine of Discovery and how her family's history is entwined with the history — and present reality — of colonization. She unpacks the famous “Hochstetler Indian Massacre” story that is well-known in Amish and Mennonite communities. Both Sarah and Sheri address “What is settler colonialism”? Links to sources for this episode: Website of the Jacob Hochstetler Family Association — jhfa.net Definition of settler colonialism — https://globalsocialtheory.org/concepts/settler-colonialism/ Article on Old Colony Mennonites among the Maya in the Yucatan Peninsula — https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/unlikely-feud-beekeepers-mennonites-simmers-mexico Article on “The Big Scoop” in Canada — https://www.cbc.ca/cbcdocspov/features/the-sixties-scoop-explained As always, for more information please consult dofdmenno.org and Sarah's book This Land is Not Empty: Following Jesus in Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery.

Sarah and Jessica chat with Rebecca Karpus about mental health in the dance world. Isn't dancing supposed to be good for you? What could possibly go wrong? Or maybe the better question is, what could we possibly change? Both Sarah and Rebecca have a love for dance, and Rebecca approaches this subject with a wealth of knowledge and understanding. Part one features Rebecca discussing mental health and ballet/contemporary dance and helps us to better understand why dance can both be amazing and detrimental for your mental health, depending on how you and those around you approach it. Come back for part two to learn more about pole dancing and aerial arts, and to hear why though both Sarah and Rebecca have lots of problems with the pole dance industry, they both need it to stay mentally healthy. . . . . CW: Due to the nature of our subject matter, topics like suicide, mental illness symptoms, self-harm, and trauma may come up. For privacy and triggering reasons, we do not talk about these topics in graphic detail. *If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide or urges to self-harm, please call your local crisis line. Follow this link to find a crisis line in your area: https://unwantedlife.me/global-crisis-lines* Disclaimer We are not doctors, licensed therapists, or social workers. We are not professionals in the field of mental illness/health. Everything said on this podcast is our own opinions formed from personal experience. Please ask your family doctor or a licensed therapist if something we say resonates with you and you would like to learn more about it. We are not here to give medical or clinical advice. We are simply here to share experiences and create a safe space for open conversation to end the stigma behind mental illness.* If you don't have access to a therapist, you can ask a volunteer working for the crisis line (provided above) to give you more resources about what is available to you in your area.

Welcome to Diabetes Unsensored THE PODCAST! We're SOUL excited that you are here! What you'll learn in this episode: Both Sarah and Taja's stories and their personal diabetes journey, how it started and how it's going How Sarah and Taja met What inspired Diabetes Unsensored and what to expect on this podcast!   If you enjoy this episode and it inspires you in some way we'd love to know and hear your biggest takeaway! Please leave us a 5-star rating or review and let us know. All you have to do is scroll down on your device and tap the stars to rate the podcast or click to leave a quick review. When you take the time to leave us a rating or review it helps expand the reach of this podcast and makes it possible for more people to find this show and feel connected and less alone living with diabetes. THANK YOU SO MUCH for your support of this show! xx   Ways to feel more connected: Follow us on Instagram: @diabetesunsensored (feel free to slide into our dm's anytime, we'd love to connect with you!) Join our live chats in real time on Instagram every Thursday @ 5pm pst (Friday 8am awst) Join us on Facebook: Diabetes Unsensored Subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss out on weekly episodes :) Want to share a story, experience or topic idea? e-mail us! we'd love to hear: diabetesunsensored@gmail.com    Connect with Sarah Miller: on Instagram: @sarandipitycoaching Connect with Taja: on Instagram: @tajacato   THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TUNING IN! You're the best. xo

Rob Leano joins another crossover episode with Sarah Avampato (Locked on Kings) to discuss some NHL preview this time, as the Arizona Coyotes and Los Angeles Kings are set to face-off in a 2-game weekend series. Both Sarah and Rob discuss what to watch out for from both the Coyotes and Kings ahead of the matchup.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you'll get 20% off your next order.IndeedWant your QUALITY short-list FAST? You need Indeed. RIGHT NOW, our listeners get a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello there. Mario here, continuing our adventure to discover the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Last episode was epic! I hope you had a chance to listen. If this is your first time listening, I suggest you go back and binge-listen all six episodes from the beginning to get caught up. We've seen some amazing things through this journey, none more amazing than God delivering on his 25-year promise to Abraham to give him a son, Isaac.  We have come to know the God of Abraham – a faithful, caring, purposeful God that will not relent on His word. So now, are you ready to start the transition from the God of Abraham to the God of Isaac?  Let's do this!  [MUSIC]  We left off on Genesis chapter 21, where “The Lord visited Sarah as he had said, [He] did to [her] as he had promised… Sarah conceived and bore Abraham a son in his old age… [Abraham was 100 years old when it happened, and]….  Abraham called the name of his son… Isaac.  Both Sarah and Abraham stand in awe of what God has done. The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is Awesome! He gave them a child in their old age, demonstrating His omnipotence and Sovereignty – His limitless power and control over all things.  Now, starting in verse 8 of chapter 21, we hear of troubling story, where on the day that Isaac was weaned, that's when a child starts eating solid food and detaches from the mother's milk, Abraham threw a feast and Sarah heard Ishmael laughing.  Ishmael was the son of Abraham and Hagar, as you remember, the slave woman who had bore a child to Abraham (we read that story back in Episode 3, when we looked at chapter 16).  That was Abraham and Sarah's scheme to help God fulfill his promise and to this day that sin continues to plague them. Now Sarah's resentment towards Hagar and Ishmael spurs up again at this party. So, she tells Abraham to get rid of Hagar and Ishmael.  Abraham does not like this idea and was greatly distressed, but He hears from God once again. God tells him (starting in verse 12), “Be not displeased because of the boy and because of your slave woman. Whatever Sarah says to you, do as she tells you, for through Isaac shall your offspring be named.  And I will make a nation of the son of the slave woman also, because he is your offspring.”  Note that phrase, “because he is your offspring.” Again, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is faithful. He has promise to multiply Abraham's offspring. And even though Abraham sinned in bringing Ishmael into the world, God will not relent on His promise.  Ishmael is not the son of the promise, but God will still multiply his offspring because of His Word (His promise) to Abraham.  Scripture tells us Abraham obeys the Lord and rises up early, gives bread and water to Hagar and sends her and Ishmael out of their camp, into the wilderness of Beersheba.  This could not have been easy for Abraham. Just imagine sending your son away like that. I still remember the day we sent my brother away to serve in the military. It was an early morning too, while it was still dark. And it was tough on me, let alone my mother and father.  But to consider how Hagar must have felt just breaks your heart.  Now, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, is the God of Hagar too. She knows Him— knows Him intimately. Remember, she tried to run away from Sarah once before. Remember? In that episode, Hagar met with “El Roi.” Remember what that name meant? — the God who Sees Me”  This is kind of the point of this whole exercise. As you face life, you must draw on your knowledge of, and experience with, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob to face your own trials. When you feel alone, betrayed, forgotten, hurt, remember “El Roi.” Remember what He has done in the past. Remember His love and faithfulness. When you've messed up, remember how He brought about Abraham's blessings, in spite of his failures and shortcomings.  This God is real. He is at work in our world today. He is working in Your life. Let us act accordingly. Let us trust in Him, fully.  The wilderness was not kind to Hagar. She comes to a point where the supplies she had were gone and she thought both she and the child would die. So, she puts him under one of the bushes and goes and sits away from him so as not to see him die. Again, when we read something like this, it is just a few lines here in chapter 22, but we must pause and consider the agony, the desperation of the moment. Put yourself in Hagar's position. Perhaps you're going through that kind of pain and desperation today. I hope you feel God's peace and comfort, even as you listen to this.  Consider that these examples in Scriptures have been kept throughout the generations for your benefit, and to the glory of God. So, take your time to think about what you are reading in Scripture before moving on to the next thing.  Because here God intervenes in the situation once gain. He is “El Roi.” He sees Hagar, and He cares. But often times it is when we are at that point of despair that we are ready to receive God's help. Therefore, consider and remember it for your own trials.  Don't ask me why that is, God could have intervened with Hagar before this point. Perhaps our self-reliance must be completely destroyed. We are very proud as humans. But whatever the case, we must learn (by the grace of God) that He does not forget. He is aware of your circumstances and will come to your aid. Do not cast away your faith as you become weary in your journey. The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob is for you, if you have put your trust in Him. Never doubt Him.  Can I take a parenthesis here to say this is the key to contentment? This has been the theme of what the Lord has been teaching me in this season of my life. The key to inner peace— to true freedom. The key is to keep our minds on Christ— to act in every way in His confidence. If He is in control, why should I grumble about anything.  He who has ears to hear let him hear…  Back to our story. God steps in. Starting in verse 17, we read, “God heard the voice of the boy, and the angel of God called to Hagar from heaven and said to her, ‘What troubles you, Hagar? Fear not, for God has heard the voice of the boy where he is.  Up! Lift up the boy, and hold him fast with your hand, for I will make him into a great nation.' Then God opened her eyes, and she saw a well of water.”   What a miraculous, merciful turn of events! They are both saved. And the story tells us God was with Ishmael, that he grew in the wilderness of Paran where he became an expert with the bow. This is interesting because the wilderness of Paran is part of the wilderness where the Israelites will wonder for 40 years after their exodus from Egypt.  Yet another connection because we read here that Hagar found an Egyptian woman for her son Ishmael to take as a wife.  At the end of chapter 21 we have the account of a treaty between Abimelech and Abraham, to establish a friendship and settled the matter of a well. What I'd like to point out is that this is brought about, right there on verse 22, because Abraham's fame as one who has favor with God is being recognized by those around him. “God is with you in all that you do,” Abimelech and his commander tell him, therefore x, y z.  May we also enjoy such reputation among those around us. May we be known as those who have been with God and walk in His presence.  So, we come to Chapter 22 then, a very important chapter, and one that is well known. The first verse is a life-changing verse. It says, “After these things, God tested Abraham…” Can you settle that in your mind? Yes, God will test you. He will test me.  Looking back at your life, can you identify God's tests at different points? Not every difficult thing you go through is a test from God, so we need spiritual discernment for this. We need spiritual eyes to see and understand what we are going through.  Here's how Abraham's tests went. And gain, note the kind of test he gets. This is not what you expect. And in our lives, we must learn that God will do the unexpected. Do not reduce God to the way you think He ought to behave, based on your personal experiences. When we do that, we are really trying to take on His role as God. We try to make Him in our image, instead of what is the reality, right?, that He made us in His.  So, God says to Abraham, “Abraham… Take your son, your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Moriah, and offer him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains of which I shall tell you.”  And we pause again. This cannot be! Put yourself in Abraham's shoes. He's waited for this kid his whole life. He waited on God's specific promise of a son for twenty-five long years. He finally gets the son, he is rejoicing. He will finally get to relax and enjoy him. Guide him in the ways of the Lord, and… no.  Now God asks him to give him up. His only son. The son of the promise.  This is the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Chances are He will ask you to give up some things that you hold very dear to you. Perhaps is not as dramatic. In my life, He asked me to leave my homeland, to give up my career, to give up some of the entertainment I enjoy.  These are difficult things at the moment, but what awaits on the other side of obedience is the rest, the peace and the fulfillment you seek.  God is worth it. He is worthy of these small sacrifices.  That is why Abraham obeys. The very next verse says he “rose early in the morning, saddled his donkey, and took two of his young men with him, and his son Isaac. And he cut the wood for the burnt offering and arose and went to the place of which God had told him.”  He walks for three days and then sees the mountain God told him about. He tells his men to wait there and he and Isaac will go and worship and come back. That little nugget on verse 5 is worth pointing out. He believed he was returning back with Isaac.  How can that be? Well, Hebrews 11:19 tells us “Abraham reasoned that God could even raise the dead…” That is the type of faith He had in Almighty God. And His faith was not in vain. It was, indeed, reasonable.  As Abraham went along with Isaac, the boy asks the father, “Dad, I see the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?” That's verse 8, and Abraham responds in faith again, “God will provide for himself the lamb for a burnt offering, my son.”  And he was right, again. His faith was rightly placed. That is why he could act confidently. You and I can act in the same way today, if we put our faith in Jesus Christ.  When they got there, Abraham built the altar, put the wood, bound his son and laid him on the altar. Many clues in the passage suggest that Isaac was a young man already when this happens, so that it almost looks like Isaac must have also had faith to go along with his father's plan to willingly allow himself to be bound up, which is worth thinking about (the next chapter, for examples starts with the death of Sarah at 127 years-old).  But whatever the case, he is bound up on top of the wood on the altar, and verse 10, “Abraham reached out his hand and took the knife to slaughter his son.”  Pause the movie again… ponder this scene. This is amazing faith in God. We must pray that God will help us to believe in Him in this way.  But as Abraham is set to kill the son of the promise, the plan is revealed “the angel of the Lord called to him from heaven [(verse 11)] and said, “Abraham, Abraham!” And he said, “Here I am.” He said, “Do not lay your hand on the boy or do anything to him, for now I know that you fear God, seeing you have not withheld your son, your only son, from me.”  Test passed.  God then provides a ram that was caught by the horns in a thicket, so that Abraham can use it for the sacrifice to the Lord. Abraham called the place, “The Lord will provide.” This is that name for God many of you may have heard, “Jehovah Jireh.” That's what it means the Lord will provide. Remember the song, “Jehovah Jireh, my provider…” This is where it comes from.  The angel of the Lord then reaffirms God's promise to Abraham, “because you have done this and have not withheld your son, your only son, I will surely bless you, and I will surely multiply your offspring as the stars of heaven and as the sand that is on the seashore. And your offspring shall possess the gate of his enemies, and in your offspring shall all the nations of the earth be blessed, because you have obeyed my voice.”  But, we cannot ignore the obvious parallel between this substitution of the ram for Isaac and the most holy substitution of Christ on the cross for us. There on the cross, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob provided His only begotten son to die in your place—for your sins.  Our sins condemn us to death. Those are the wages of sin, according to Romans 6:23. But Christ, paid the price for our sin, and instead gave us His righteousness, that we may be saved, when we put our trust in Him.  Would you, if you haven't yet, put your trust in Him?  I pray this is the day you do.  Until next time.