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Cáel Defeats The Illuminati: Part 16

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Graduation Day.  Book 3 in 18 parts, By FinalStand. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels."You know nothing of what you speak of, Ishara, yet you now feel free to insult us," she simmered."Don't know, don't care. It was all before my time. I care about the 'here-and-now' as well as what we do in the future. What I am asking you is what concrete item or 'thing' can be provided to House Zorja to put this blood feud behind you. Name it and House Ishara will endeavor to procure it for you.""We are not merchants," Jana's eyes narrowed."No. I didn't imply you were. If you want new sandals for everyone in your House, I'll find you new sandals. If you want 100,000 acres of ranchland, I'll find you the land. Name it," I persisted."Our prestige cannot be bought," she 'explained'."No, but a blood feud with House Ishara can be avoided by making a request of us in the same way as expressing your desire to harm my daughter can be expressed by denying my offer," I hardened. "And 'fuck you very much' if you think I won't use every son, daughter, mother, aunt, and uncle of Ishara when I come gunning for House Zorja too.""You wouldn't dare bring outsiders into this," Klavdiya interjected."Why not? The offices of Ishara handed House Zorja the coup of the century ~ the capture of the People's Liberation Army Navy nuclear carrier. A member of House Zorja commanded that task, yet they did so by leading forces marshalled by House Ishara, outsider forces. You may wish to keep playing by old rules concerning who is and isn't part of a House, but I am not so constrained, sisters.""So Klavdiya, if House Meenakshi pursues its blood feud with House Zorja, House Ishara will gleefully join them in the pummeling. And we have Isharans in the 9 Clans, the Khanate and the Illuminati who will gladly help us out in slapping them around like the old-fashion curmudgeons they are showing themselves to be, or, House Zorja may request a gift from House Ishara and we will happily clear accounts between them and House Meenakshi in the name of our daughter, Parvati. Their choice.""You are still on the mats," Elsa reminded me. Sikia coiled protectively next to us."And you said something about a lesson being long overdue," Pamela smirked, "Kitten.""Cáel Ishara," Shawnee said in a soft voice, "perhaps it is germane to the argument: the fault of the blood feud rests with House Zorja, not House Meenakshi."I fell on my back, carrying Tad fi with me. She gasped out in surprise while remaining closely cuddled with me. Her right hand never left my lips."Why does no one tell me this shit?" I moaned."You are hard," Tad fi announced. "Are you ready to have more sex?" She was sounding upbeat about our prospects. She was also ignorant of our surroundings being deaf and blind to the mortal realm."Gossamer Wing," I created a pet name for the augur, "we are lying on the sparring mats of a large combat arena in the central Full-blooded training center for Havenstone with roughly 500 sisters in attendance (the audience had grown). While I am enticed by your scent, words, proximity and sweet memories of what we've shared, I'm probably going to be badly beaten up really soon for a terrific diplomatic snafu.""But then we can have sex?""Yeah. I'm totally up for having sex with you after they release me from Medical," I assured her. I looked around her to a very unhappy Mahdi."Can you find it in your heart to forgive House Zorja? Anything I can,""Yes," she abruptly cut me off.What the fuck?"At this time, my hatred of House Ishara, and you in particular, make any grievance I have with House Zorja pale in comparison. You have bewitched my only daughter. She bares your child, and it will be a wonderful child if the soiled augur you've stuck your cock in is to be believed," she ground out bitterly. "I want to go home. I want to find enemies to kill. And when I do, Cáel Ishara, know each and every one of them will carry your face in my mind."She turned to Jana. "Do you agree that we both hate Ishara enough to put aside our current differences?"Jana studied Mahdi, me, then Mahdi again and agreed. She stood. Mahdi stood. They clasped arms like Amazons, then hugged like sisters."Agreed. He is much worse."My thoughts on the matter. Woot! I was having sex! Oh, and I was making Aya happy by ending a blood feud."My admiration of you continues to increase," Krasimira looked at me. "This diplomacy stuff is harder than it looks yet you pull it off so effortlessly.""Yay me!" I muttered."Keeper, are we done?" Sikia asked Krasimira."I believe so," the older Amazon rose to her feet. Sikia was far faster in rising."Mahdi of Meenakshi, you have insulted me and my augur. Defend yourself," she snarled. If Tad fi hadn't been immediately present, Mahdi wouldn't have even warranted a warning no doubt."Had you done your job," Mahdi flowed into her fighting stance, "you both wouldn't be pregnant.""Whoa now," I struggled to rise while keeping Tad fi close and my body between her and the Meenakshi/Zorja side of the mat. "Sikia, I can't let you fight. You're pregnant too.""Don't be stupid, Cáel Ishara," Sikia retreated off the mat, so she could shed her jacket and footwear. "Amazons have fought pregnant for thousands of years.""Hold on now," NYPD Sgt. Larisa Kutuzov said in English as she moved forward. I was a millisecond too late. Larisa's foot touched down on the mat and Marlene Zorja popped her one, a hand chop to the larynx. The senior cop stumbled forward."Mom!" shouted Nikita. Marlene followed up with a leg sweep, putting Larisa face first on the mats, then a fist strike to the back of the head, knocking her out. Neat and tidy in less than two seconds.Nikita was about to charge in when Chaz stopped her."Footwear," he advised in the tone of voice I had learned to associate with him and imminent violence. The moment he stopped her, he was quickly removing his own socks and shoes. Virginia and Pamela were doing the same. I was allowed freedom of movement because I was holding Tad fi. Krasimira exited because of her unique status. The rest were already barefoot."Gale, could you please stay with Tad fi," I tried to hand her off."No," Gale looked me over. "I will fight." No hint on whose side she would be fighting on. Krasimira came to my rescue."I'll take her.""Tad fi," I told the augur, "I have to go get beaten up now, but I promise I will be back for you directly.""This is not your fight," Krasimira said. "The words and deeds are Sikia's.""A, she carries my child and B, the deeds being called into question are my fault.""You told me once they were the Will of Ishara," Krasimira mused."We are one in the same," I gave a lopsided grin."Be careful," Tad fi pleaded. "Your future is a chaotic jumble, I cannot see,""Eh, I've been very bad. We'll talk about it later. Gotta go," I headed onto the mats.Pamela was giving the ground rules to the 'normals': No 'fair warnings'. No 'fair play'. No 'time outs'. You fought until unconscious, or you surrendered."This is going to suck," Virginia assessed our odds. Two Amazons had removed Larisa from the mats and were tending to her. Nikita was kneeling by her side until she heard Virginia, then came our way.Besides Sikia, we had Pamela, Chaz, Virginia, myself and Nikita. Oneida stepping up was nice. She wasn't a great combatant, but we dearly needed the help. Gale joining us was, unsettling. Amazons don't play fair, so this could be a ruse.Against us were all three Zorja and both Meenakshi ~ I imagined Rhada felt she had something to prove to her mother. They'd picked up ten other Amazons and Rhonwenn Nemain. Klavdiya joined them to counterbalance her baby sister. Eight to seventeen ~ ouch."Damn," a familiar voice from my first days on the job spoke up from behind me, "we almost missed this." I didn't dare look over my shoulder. Desiree stepped between Chaz and Virginia. Rachel came up on my left and Tiger Lily on my right. At the tail end of our line was Mona, Meridian, Brielle and Wiesława. Fifteen to seventeen was looking much better, especially considering Desiree had brought five Security Detail warriors with her, all of whom were moving to further bolster our numbers."Rachel," Elsa looked to her underling, "you have no idea why you are fighting.""It is for Cáel. So it must be for a better tomorrow," Rachel laughed."Very well," Elsa smirked."You!" Mahdi pointed at me, and we both charged. It was a jumbled nightmare of clashing bodies, war cries and flashes of movement all around. Our side had two main advantages -While Chaz was by no means the best hand-to-hand combatant present, he knew the basic Amazon style and most Amazons didn't know his. Added to his overall height and bulk advantages, he bought us time.Of greater importance, Rachel, Tiger Lily and Mona had extensive training working as a team, which none of the opponents had.Elsa was the most dangerous individual on the mat. Pamela was the second most dangerous, so Elsa grabbed a couple of partners and ganged up on her to drive her off the mats. Chaz went next, out-Elsa'ed and beaten unconscious. The issue was, it took her too long to accomplish those two feats. By the time she rounded on me, Rachel and Tiger Lily, our half of the field had wiped out theirs. It was six of us (me, Rachel, Tiger Lily, Gale, Wiesława and Desiree) versus four of them (Elsa, Marlene, Klavdiya and Rhonwenn).Still, I was facing Elsa, so a judicious bit of treachery was required."Gale," I huffed and puffed, "please retire. I don't want you to fight your sister.""What?" Gale snapped. She'd taken a beating, yet remained feisty."No, fighting her sister is okay with me," Desiree scowled. "We are still facing fucking Elsa.""All the other women you have mated with have failed. I remain," Gale trumpeted."Oh, you are right," I half-turned. "All the reason you are more precious to me.""Really?""Of course," I deepened my introspective appreciation of her."Oh," and Klavdiya punched Rhonwenn. That was an 'oh, Cáel Ishara must actually care for my baby sister and not be just a Playa' on Klavdiya's part. Yeah. I'm a horrible fucking person at times.Rachel, Tiger Lily and I rushed Elsa. Marlene pivoted to ward against Klavdiya while Gale and Wiesława stormed in against her. Desiree helped Klavdiya finish drubbing Rhonwenn before they combined to force Marlene off the mats. Elsa chose to go down swinging in a dogpile of bodies. I took an ear-ringing blow to the head which allowed Rachel to apply a chokehold and it was lights out for the Head of SD.After some water bottles went around and those concussed returned to wakefulness, the resolution of the brawl was decided. Mahdi apologized to Sikia. It was short, terse and sparing of any empathy, yet was within the bounds of Amazon etiquette. She departed with Rhada, which left me to pick up the pieces, starting with Nikita's mom."Oh," the older woman moaned then, "Ms. Fredrickson? What are you doing here?""Avenging you, Mother," Nikita fluffed up the truth. "She, Cáel and the others cleaned house on the woman who jumped you and her allies.""Desk Sergeant," Desiree gave a curt nod."This isn't over," Larisa winced as she moved to a sitting position."Mrs. Kutuzov, it is over," I headed off a colossal waste of time. "This is my daily life and part of your daughter's life with JIKIT. You will find scant witnesses and no tape recordings of these events. This craziness is just another day in the life here at Havenstone. You stepped on the mat and thus became fair game to any physical confrontation an opponent cared to mete out. Consider this sovereign soil of an independent nation-state.""We," she looked around. "You kicked their asses?""Definitely," Pamela gave a feral snarl."This is plain nuts," she shook her head, winced in cranial pain, then put her aching head in her hands."One of the reasons we've put our dating in hiatus," Nikita comforted her mother while looking at me, and smiling affectionately.Ah, for fuck sakes! I was engaged to someone else and having a dozen kids by ten different women. How could I still possibly be considered viable dating material? Oh yeah, martial valor, laughing at death, I hung out with truly exceptional cool people and I would always be in need of saving, a plus for a crusader like Nikita.I had so many allies to tend to, but only one who seemed to be making an exit. I swooped down on Tad fi long enough to place her fingers to my lips."I'll be right back, friend of a friend in need," and off I went. I caught Tavi of House Stolgos just outside the door. She wasn't avoiding me. She'd been observing Chaz and he had been otherwise occupied.My British companion had played a pivotal role in the combat and taken his beating like a man. He'd been rendered unconscious. So had many others, so no stigma was attached to his loss. Post-battle, he had chosen to sit on his haunches, knees up, talking to several of the Amazons, both kneeling and standing. A few had been bystanders and a few others foes.He stayed on his ass to reduce his height advantage. Letting Amazons make eye contact while not having to look up at you created definite benefits. His good natured approach to his role in the fight and pummeling earned him positive vibes as well. He made it clear the tussle to him was not macho-personal. He was my 'brother / sister / sibling' spiritually-speaking via Pamela adopting us both as her 'grandsons', so my fights were his fights. Sikia had my (Cáel's) child, so that bond extended to her as well ~ family.Pamela and I had schooled him on Amazon psychology and those lessons were now paying serious dividends. 'The Male' hadn't wanted to fight them ~ 'Amazons are tough' he'd confessed, he knew this because he worked with several every day on JIKIT~ but family was on the line, so he fought. Mahdi had apologized, so the matter was settled. The other Amazons he'd fought? They had fought for their reasons and he was okay with not questioning them about it.Why? He was conscious of his conspicuous status as a 'guest', knew he was in no way an Amazon, and was not privy to what motivated them. He didn't want to be an Amazon. He had his own, much younger, martial tradition he was proud of, yet was eager to learn from the vastly greater Amazon war lore because 'winners' didn't have a gender-bias and no other tradition could compete with the Amazons' 3,000 years.Under normal circumstances, the women around him wouldn't have given credence to his praise. He was a male after all. Through the tiny tear I'd created in their insulating social fabric, Chaz was building upon his own exploits. In the after-battle analysis, the Amazons reflected on the realization Elsa had concentrated on him as her number two objective, second only to Pamela who scared everyone who knew anything about her. That bolstered Chaz's appeal.For the Amazons who thought a male would get all pouty and cry over being beaten up by a girl/girls, Chaz was breaking the mold. He wasn't angry. He was amused. The fight had been a learning experience and he'd felt honored to watch, no matter how briefly, a warrior of Elsa's caliber fight. He'd explained 'I', Cáel Wakko Ishara, considered Elsa one of the top 5 combatants I'd ever seen, which included Ajax the Unconquered. The others were Sakuniyas, reborn Amazon and former Queen of Assyria, Saint Marie, the Golden Mare, and Pamela, the Cliff-walker.More happy Amazons because the list's only non-Amazon was a dead Hero from the Trojan Wars and it was well known I 'got around' (aka dealt with violent outsiders.) Chaz was telling the truth, almost. The 'fifth' person on the list was Alal, but explaining him would be difficult, so Chaz edited him for this particular audience. Good man.In the hallway, "Tavi, a moment," I called out. She slowed down, took a few more steps allowing me to catch up."Yes Ishara?" she gave me her best neutral look. Yep. She was jealous."I beg two favors from you," I quickly went down to one knee in her path. That caught her off guard and left her in the awkward position of me being terribly close and staring up at her."I, I will listen," she muttered."I would like to know if you are pregnant," I asked very softly. Yes, she was, but she didn't want to tell me. She contemplated pushing past me. It would be very easy. "I know I am stepping beyond the boundaries between warriors. Please. My destiny has brought you two together. I am at fault here." 'Fault' was the key word."If I have a son, he will be given to the Queen," Tavi's face was stern and unforgiving. "He will live.""That's not what he's worried about," I shook my head. "He wants to be a father to your daughter, Tavi. He wants to introduce you to his mother and grandmothers, maybe his sisters too, if that can be arranged.""Huh?""He is not like me, Tavi. There is no other in his life, but you.""I, I will not leave my House for him," she protested angrily."He would never ask you. That doesn't mean he doesn't want to remain at your side for years to come. He can be a father to your child and not be a part of House Stolgos in the same way you can be a mother to your child and not be a part of Clan Tomorrow.""Oh," she furrowed her brow. "How would this possibly work?""I have an 'in' with the Queen," I winked. "I'll work out something.""He knows I will never stop being an Amazon," she elucidated intensely."Absolutely. He is an intelligence operative after all. He's figured a few things out for himself.""Why doesn't he tell me these things?""Tavi, he threw his body on top of me to shield me from a bomb blast, so he's undoubtedly brave, but telling you what is in his heart is scary for him. As his brother, I see behind his silence,""Oh, what should I do?" she was vexed."Go back in there, demand to speak with him and tell him the truth," I stood up."The truth?""That you are going to have a little StolgosTomorrow-ite running around sometime next year," I exuded confidential friendliness."Cáel Ishara," she tilted her head slightly, "you don't know much about infants, do you?""Nope," I pseudo-confessed. I actually did know something about newborns. I'd studied up so I could make a move on a cute girl whose free time was eaten up by babysitting, so I 'helped out'. Oink."They aren't 'running around'," she turned to head back into the gym, "until the ninth month at the earliest. Normally, running doesn't happen until the eighteenth month.""My fiancée has a three-year old, so she should be able to help me through some of the hardest parts," I babbled along. Tavi didn't give a crap.In we went. Tavi stormed straight toward the bevy of Amazon babes concentrating on 'her' Chaz."Color Sergeant Tomorrow," she abruptly interrupted. "A moment of your time.""Ladies," Chaz uncoiled himself from the surrounding women. The Amazons were either mildly put off, they thought they were about to get laid, or pissed off, they were sure they were about to get laid, and Tavi was stomping on their happy."Yes, Ms. Gentry," Chaz linked his hands behind his back in a 'rest easy' stance. 'Gentry' was the fake last name Tavi used in the outside world. She motioned toward the windows with her head. Off they went. I couldn't hear what was being said, but my lip reading skills were up to the task.T: (I am pregnant)C: (I love you)T: (Oh) ~ stunned. Go Chaz!C: (Well, I don't imagine the Amazons have a marriage ceremony and an Anglican service would be inappropriate, so perhaps we could research a Scythian ritual which could make both families happy) ~ delivered in the patented smooth Chaz style.T: (Marriage? To you?)C: (I will not submit to being anyone's slave nor would I ever ask you to submit to me. Outside of that, will you be my partner and my partner alone until the cliffs separate us?)T: (Amazons are not monogamous)C: (I am)T: (I will, I mean, can I think about this?)C: (I am not going anywhere, Tavi){Pause}T: (Did you put Ishara, Cáel Ishara up to this?)C: (Yes)T: (Why?)C: (I imagine he explained what I am feeling better than I could)T: (Oh, do you want me to meet your mother and grandmothers?)C: (Absolutely)T: (Okay)C: (Okay ~ you would like to meet my Mother and Grandmothers?)T: (No, yes, I mean, yes I would like to meet them and I am okay with you being with no other woman until the cliffs separate us, and I will do the same, no other males)C: (If I pick you up, hug you and kiss you, will your sisters freak out?)T: (I don't know)So Chaz swept Tavi up until her head was higher than his (a feat, considering their 8" height differential) and kissed her deeply. Mumbled words followed. Tavi wrapped her legs around Chaz's waist and out they went. Around me were angry murmurings of the 'did that Amazon just run off with our man' variety. Not my problem. I had plenty of different Amazons wanting my attention. Hallelujah!{8:00 pmDon't try this at home.I covered my face with a pillow and pressed down hard. I'd already tried breathing exercises, meditation and even contemplated more cranial trauma before thinking up this particular crazy idea. It took some mental effort and accessing some of my Alal-'pain sorting' skills to accomplish, but in the end, I felt myself 'let go'.I sat up."Hello," Tad fi beamed."Hey," I took a deep breath. Since we were talking, I must have passed out. Her eyes wandered over the room."Is this the world as you see it?" she wondered. Oh yeah, I had to be creating the environment for her to enjoy.Sikia was kneeling on the bed a foot away, her gaze moving between the two of us. The 'grayness' of her form suggested she was wholly in reality and not in the 'Ishara-space' the goddess had shown me and I was now sharing with my augur."This is how you see me?" she examined her fingers, her wrists, then some long locks of her hair."You are more beautiful," I answered. The impact of my words crossing over drew her eyes back to me. It was the magic of hearing for the normally deaf girl. I concentrated, peeled back some fantasy and attached a realistic form to Sikia. Tad fi followed my gaze."Your hair," she addressed her guardian, "It is lighter than I imagined."Sikia said something I couldn't understand, muffled as it was by my dreaming."I cannot hear you, but I see you through his eyes," the augur carried on her conversation. They touched. It had to be somewhat bizarre for Sikia. As she reached for Tad fi's hand, her friend intercepted the extended member. Their fingers intertwined before completing the journey to the guardian's lips."Don't cry, no, we couldn't have, no, we shouldn't have knocked him out sooner. I don't think he was aware of this discipline when we first met. Were you, Cáel?""No. Perhaps if I had understood more about the consequences of seeing ghosts, I might have," I tapered off. "Now that we know. I can try this more often.""Your health?" Tad fi worried."I might be immortal," I confessed. I was confessing because I was desperately seeking a way to share some of my genetic quirkiness with her ~ some strength to carry her through this pregnancy and spare her life, Dot Ishara be damned."And you would seek a way to spare me," she graced me with her gentle presence. Lying in the 'spirit' world was a whole lot tougher than in the flesh."Yeah. I've got some arcane lore rattling around in my head, plus I have a few outside sources I can ask for help. I'm not giving up on you.""I have foreseen my death.""Well, un-foresee it," I scolded her. "Dot Ishara told me we see what might happen, though nothing is guaranteed. So even your death isn't an absolute. Since it hasn't happened, I see no reason to let it happen. You are going to live to hold our daughter. If not, my immortality is worthless.""You can never save everyone. Sometimes you must let a few go to save the rest," she advised."If I find someone I'm not attached to, I'll let them go. I promise. Until then, I'm, ugh, I'm fading, and I'm keeping you.""We shall see," she murmured. I fell back into my body and into wakefulness."Now we have sex," Tad fi announced in a melodic voice."He is ready to perform," Sikia agreed. She was fondling my balls with one hand while her breath played across my rod. I sat up to see the augur climbing up the bed between my thighs. She kissed my glans, licked across its top, then kissed it again."I've got it from here," she told Sikia."What?" Sikia was confused. Tad fi's lips began to engulf my sceptre."Sikia, come here," I gently pulled on her arm. She was conflicted yet up some came.We started out with tender kisses on the lips. I kept drawing her toward me. My lips and tongue migrated down her chin and throat to her breasts. When she thought my target was her breasts, she was all onboard. That was a mere stop-off point on my journey, though I played around for a while.At the same time, I had to use subtle movements with my hips and clenches with my gluts to school Tad fi on her fellatio. Thankfully, I was doubly-blessed. This wasn't my first time schooling two girls at once and Tad fi could determine more from such minimal reactions due to her heightened sense of my muscle contractions through her touch than any other woman I'd ever met.When I began running my tongue in large lashes underneath her breasts, I confused Sikia once more. She was resistant as my hands on her hips pulled her higher so that my lips and teeth could tease her taut stomach while I twirled my tongue in her belly button. She giggled.I had been slowly wiggling down the bed, backing Tad fi up, so when it came time to mount Sikia on my face, I had the headboard room. I kept her muscular thighs securely in hand because the moment I had her happy, I pushed her up. She looked down, seeking guidance and I motioned her to turn around. She did the eye-ball math, realized she'd be facing her augur, and hastily obeyed. Of course, her movement on the bed alerted Tad fi through mattress vibrations.Sikia was sitting on my face, leaning down so she could run her hands through Tad fi's hair and along her face and lips (and my phallus). I kept my hands pressed between our bodies. My right made the sojourn to my pubic area to play around and give them both something else to suck on, my fingers. My left loitered around between Sikia's breasts and her clitoris when my lips were otherwise occupied.I could cup her clit with my tongue in a U-shape, rubbing it along my taste buds. Most of my time was taken up with my tongue broad lashing her vulva or tightly-twisted and delving into her cunt and my nose pushing against her brown hole. I could tilt myself up so I could make tongue-intrusions into her back passage as well. The first time, she squealed.Before she could decide if she wanted to make me stop (she did, virtually all first timers always default to asking their partner to stop, so you have to distract them), Tad fi wanted to know what had brought her reaction on. Then came Sikia's troubled revelation of what I was doing, how the augur shouldn't suffer through it, despite the increasing pleasure she was receiving, only to finally be unable to supply the answer as to why Tad fi shouldn't experience it too.Sikia shot me a treasured look of bewilderment. I'd brought her to orgasm with my tongue alone. I was a guy after all."Switch?" I suggested. Tad fi was still administering one of the slowest, most considerate blowjobs I'd ever experienced. She wasn't rushing toward anything. Sure, she was unschooled, but was devoting her incredible sensitivities to my pleasure and taking pleasure in her ability to bring me to such excitement."Change places?" she mused. "Okay." Tad fi's lips slid off me with one final, loud 'pop', then she used her spider-like fingers to climb up my body while Sikia traveled south. She lavished butterfly kisses on my face ~ childish, yet so very appropriate between us ~ and I mirrored the gesture.With some reluctance, she mounted me, facing Sikia. My tongue flicking across her clit on its first exploration brought out a joyous gasp. It only got better from there.The Long Slide Into Domestic Life:"Twins?" Hana snuggled into my arms. We were at her place, naked in bed together after a late late-night unscheduled meeting with some VIPs. Despite the late/early hour, she was alert, tense even. It had been a mentally stimulating late night encounter which had brought me to her bed."Yes. That is what Tad fi predicted," I inserted between raining kisses down on her forehead. Hana liked non-distracting attention when she was in this kind of mood. She was exhausting herself mentally as she was building up to being amorous."Ana-Călina and  rp d?" she worked over the names on her tongue. "They have a special meaning?""Only if you are Hungarian and Romanian," I teased her. She elbowed me slightly. " rp d was the semi-mystical pagan warlord who led the Ten Tribes who became known as the Hungarians ~ the Magyar peoples ~ into the Carpathian Basin, present day Hungary. Ana-Călina was born a Byzantine princess of the storied House of Basarab; she married Radu Negru, thus becoming the first Princess of a free Wallachia ~ the foundation for a free Romania. She was also the great-grandmother of Dracula.""So they are famous names with regional historical significance, did they live long, happy lives?"" Árpád, no one knows for sure. His kids were quarrelsome, but they did manage to found a dynasty at the start of the second millennia which ruled for three centuries.""Ana-Călina, yeah. I think so," I continued. "She lived into her seventies and her eldest son left his country stronger, richer and safer than when he received it. She did out live her husband by over fifty years, and got to see her youngest grandson bury most of his rivals, the kids from her husband's first marriage.""Ah, what?" Hana rose up until we were eye to eye. Since she was naked, her boobs swayed slightly as she did so. My eye flickered. "Eyes forward, Mister," she playfully barked. "What happened to all her other grandsons?""Wallachia in the 15th century was a tad rough and tumble," I evaded."They killed one another?""Mostly they were killed by conspiracies amongst their boyars, nobles of the time.""Why does, Tad fi want to dredge up these names again?" she kept eye contact."Not a clue," I pleaded."But you think it is important?""No. I think you are important. Screw Fate. It can name its own kids. We can chose whatever names make you happy, except 'Up'. Up's been taken.""You've named another of your offspring 'Up'? That's cruel, or does that mean something in another language I'm unaware of?" she shifted her shoulders so her boobs wobbled again. Of course, I broke eye contact. I hadn't had sex in hours and her boobies were right there, damn it!"Actually, Pamela and I named this secret agent in Hungary that, just to fuck with his head," I divulged."Oh. Pamela. I should have known," she slowly smiled. "You are being very well behaved," she added. Woot! She noticed I wasn't throwing her down and pawing her delectable flesh. "One more thing before the nookie.""Name them. Their dead," I pledged."Not necessary," her sigh turned into a giggle. "If I'm going to be having twins, I'm going to be rather big come late March. We need an earlier wedding date."Oh, fuck me!"What do you have in mind?" I tried to keep the creeping dread out of my voice."New Year's Day?" she suggested. I did a quick calculation. That was annihilating 78 days out of what remained of my bachelor life. In 114 days my life would cease having any meaning whatsoever. I'd be a Mr. to someone's Mrs. The end"Sure, I can arrange to be killed before then," stumbled out of my mouth."What was that?" Hana pouted."Nothing Dear. Cosmic psychic intersection with an Al -demon; don't know what came over me," I fibbed."Man up," Hana bit my nose. "Our marriage won't be that bad if we both work at it. It isn't like I'm demanding celibacy from you." Then she mouthed 'yet'."Wait. Did you mean celibacy, as in no fun at all, or monogamy, as in only 'happy time' with you?" I desperately sought clarification."Oh," she pursed her lips. "I meant monogamy. I didn't mean to scare you.""Oh, thank goodness," I sighed."Here," her gaze turned tender. "Let me make it up to you." Hana placed one hand on my shoulder and rose up my body until my face was gently nestled in her bosom. Then she wiggled back and forth, basically because I'm a big baby and easy to please. I was alternating which nipple I was kissing in no time."Mmm," she murmured. "I've missed you." Her other hand's fingernails coasted down my abdomen and found 'Mr. Happy' had risen to attention. Okay, he'd been hopping up and down on my groin since she'd said we were 'going to bed' 30 minutes ago. Hana decided wrap up my shaft with her hand, then applied a few tender strokes. I reciprocated by cupping her left tit in one hand, forming a mound with her areola at the center, and began to twirl from the outside inward to her hardened nipple with just the tip of my tongue.It was 4 a.m. Why was I taking it slow when I had my final work review with Katrina in three hours? Hana deserved this and more. Why was Hana doing it? She was her own boss, plus her life was careening wildly outside of anything she'd imagined before she'd first laid eyes on me. Half of the financial empire she shared with her father was suddenly in the hands of a military dictatorship, her beloved father was dealing with the murder of her hated step-brother and she was marrying a Prince in a European cathedral which required someone high in the Vatican's approval process to use.Yeah, her life had gone nuts. Worse, she loved me. And I wasn't the kind of man she ever thought she'd love. She'd thought she'd never love anyone again after her life with her asshole of an ex-husband and their bitter, contentious divorce. I was barely someone she could classify, and Hana was a terribly ordered and organized person. Saying my life was messy was being generous. I was some mysterious warrior-diplomat-playboy-aristocrat who hung out with people more bizarre than me.Hana picked up her tempo. I switched breasts. Her motor was really starting to hum. Any other night, I could have moved straight to revving her up to an orgasm. I had the time to make it two without any problems. A good one and Hana would be happy and drift off to sleep. Instead, I intuited she wanted more, so we developed our own game of cat and mouse with her climax, and its suspension, being our ultimate goal.My left hand danced down the back of her ribcage like playing keys on a piano. It was a light, teasing gesture. Her hair the color of tarnished gold cascaded down as she began placing her own kisses upon my crown. Each move by one partner evoked a response by the other. Hana ran my glans over her glistening labia, getting it nice and slick. I worked down her waist, cupped her ass, and then glided over her thigh to the back of her knee where I started tickling her. She snickered."You are distracting me," she murmured. I wasn't. I knew these things."I like to get the feel of every inch of your flesh," I responded. More mirthful noises from her. Slowly, her gooey vestibule rubbed against and over the top, until I felt myself entering. There, she hesitated. I propelled my hips an inch up, twisted right then left before falling back down, a micro-fuck."Ah," she emoted her approval. "My turn." Hana's knees spread to the side, making a memorable sound on the silk sheets as she impaled herself. This time she rolled her hips forward, back, then did a slow 360 with me  inside her, letting the slow progress over her spark memories for her to savor. "I never believed sex could be like this," Hana hiccupped."How so?" I knew the answer, but wanted her to put her chaotic passions to words. It would make her happier."Experimenting, silly. Stopping in the middle and doing, this," she reversed her hip rotations this time. "I never imagined a lover having such patience, or,""Yourself as being so openly sexually adventurous?" I finished."Yeah," she huffed. "I really, really owe your college professor, plus you and all your diligence, for this," at the last moment, she encountered the gateway to her G-spot. I knew precisely where that gem was. Previously, Hana had gained a vague idea where it was from the perspective of masturbation and our prior lovemaking. Now I had let Hana rediscover that joy with my cock as her tool to utilize as she wished."You realize pregnant women want even more sex," she hummed. She was vigorously working my cock now. Hana had bridged a huge gap, sexually. Normally, a woman of Hana's quality tried to please her man first with the hope her orgasm would soon follow. I was different. My greatest sexual gratification came from her ecstasy. She was confident in that now. By bringing herself to climax, she was making me excited for what would come next."That's okay," I propped myself up on one elbow now that Hana was riding me cowgirl-style. "I dig big chicks." The open-palm slap to the chest was a given."Hercege, you, you are horrible," she growled around a feral smile. The lip-biting, tongue-sucking kiss was equally vicious, primal and leading Hana to the end of her tether. Not only was Hana's sexual trust in me/us expanding, she was putting extra effort into her physical workout regime too. She might still have a ways to go to compete with an Amazon, but it was still going to be a great night."Hercegn , I am nothing but a twisted shadow of masculine lust whose every contour is cast by your muliebrous glow," I teased. Her eyes twinkled. Yes, definitely still going to be a great night."Okay," Hana yawned, "I give up. What does 'muliebrous' mean?" She'd been holding on to that for an hour and a half. It was five-thirty and I was dressing in my biking clothes before heading into work."From the Latin 'muliebri' which means 'womanly'," I answered. Her sleepy eyes drank in both my response and my physique. I had discovered another thing Hana liked and that was to expand her academic/linguistic frontiers. She was enchanted with the idea that I liked to engage her mind along with her body, sparking on all cylinders.She'd crawled over to my side of the bed, her head resting on my pillow, soaking up my scent as she watched me. I knelt down, kissed her on her ear, cheek and finally the side of her lips. Hana was beat."Have a good day and be careful," she mumbled. Her eyes closed. Her chest rose with one last, waking breath before her sleep rhythms took her."Ditto," I whispered. I snuck into  Annela's room and planted a kiss on her head as well. The craziness of my life had a way of cascading over to the ones I loved. Loved? Oh boy,7:00 am Monday, September 8th, Graduation Day!Brielle and her buddy were humming along as the elevator doors closed. Once more, my 'hellish' schedule demanded I change in the elevator. I'd gone to gun practice with my bike clothes on, so I absolutely had to change into business attire in the magic box, in front of them.Juanita adjusting my tie was a less than subtle attempt to strangle me. I was about to be late to my final 'start of day' meeting as an intern in Executive Services, so her chastisement would have to wait. Who would have thunk it? Juanita would have to wait outside for this ceremony. Paula raced with me to be the last one in, only to have Daphne grace us with the 'news':"The meeting won't start for another fifteen minutes," she grinned. "Katrina is bringing up the 'new hires' for the fall program."I finger-flicked my head. The 84 days as an intern was merely the 'training wheels' period. To really be a member of ES was at least a two year training process. The Amazons around me had started their training for this gig when they were fifteen and were eighteen and nineteen now, their ID's said they were older for legal purposes.In theory, my four years in college was counted as 'preliminary' training and provided things such as acclimation to outsider culture ~ aka 'acting normal'. Logically, I would train under someone like Desiree or Buffy for a year before being a full-fledged member of the service."How many this time?" I asked Daphne since she seemed to be in the know."Twenty," she grinned. "We are getting two."I noticed there was still only my tiny desk in Katrina's office. That meant the new guys would be out in the office pool with everyone else. Probably for the best. The ladies were now used to having a male around, so would be careful in what they did and didn't say. I yawned."Tired," Fabiola smirked."Oh yeah," I stifled another yawn. "Met an emissary from the Pope." Fabiola glowered. "No. Seriously. I met an emissary from Holy See. I let Hana know I wanted to get married in a highly improbable place, a ruined cathedral, so she contacted the Catholic Church and one of their guys wanted to meet with me.""That had to be fun," Tigger grinned. "What does the Cult of the Nazarene think of you and the Goddess Ishara?""We actually discussed polytheism and the place of an omnipotent, omnipresent being in the scope of things," I placed my hands behind my back and rocked back and forth. "It was quite interesting. The guy knew his shit."By that, I meant he was probably with the Pope's Secret Service as well as a Brainiac with a PhD in something. He'd promised to be in touch as soon as he heard back from his superiors. He had this hot chick with him who I suspected was a nun. And if his driver wasn't ex-military, it was because he was still in the service. On the plus side, Hana had been beaming when we left, which assured me the meeting had gone well, so we had sex from 4 AM until 5:30, thus my current fatigued state."Are you going to abandon your faith?" Fabiola taunted me."I don't have faith, Fabiola of Minerva. Faith would imply I don't know there are supernatural entities screwing with our lives. I know they do exist, I've met a few. To satisfy your disingenuous curiosity, we discussed the nature of the Weave and it being the possible manifestation of God's Will.""How did that go?" Paula appeared interested."He strongly suggested I should 'revisit my Catholic roots' soon. By that, I think he meant I'm supposed to start attending church regularly," I shrugged. "The Pope is sending an envoy to the Great Khan too, so odds are good I'm getting married," I pronounced the last bit as the doom-laden prediction it was."Oh, yes," Fabiola reached passed Paula and smacked me in the chest with the back of her hand. "That is for insinuating you and I had intercourse to my Mother and the Council.""Was that chastising me for lying, or for not making it so?" I winked."Ah, no!" she pouted. "Stop lying about me."I looked down at my phone."We've got twelve minutes," I double-pumped my eyebrows. "Want to go to Katrina's bathroom?""What! No!" Fabiola

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The Marvin Francois Show
7-Figure Real Estate Investor: How to Use Your 9-5 To Build Wealth - Storm Leroy #90

The Marvin Francois Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 74:10


Our guest today is not just an investor — he's a movement. Storm Leroy is an Entrepreneur, Mentor, Coach, Public Speaker, and Real Estate Expert whose impact spans across stages, states, and success stories.From growing up in a household of 10 in Brooklyn to buying his first Brownstone in the '90s…from working a full-time job at Verizon to becoming a multi-millionaire without ever seeing most of the properties he owns — Storm's journey is nothing short of transformational.In this episode, we go deep on the real steps to building wealth in real estate (even while working a 9-5), the mindset needed to transition from employee to entrepreneur, and the strategies Storm uses to build a high-performing out-of-state portfolio. You'll learn about:The powerful conversation with his father that changed his definition of successWhy your job might be your first business partnerHow to start investing out of state (even if you've never seen the property)Asset protection through LLCs and TrustsHow Storm teaches his kids to think like wealth buildersAnd why the phrase “not the right time to invest” might be keeping you brokeThis isn't just a real estate masterclass — it's a mindset reset for anyone who knows they were made for more.So whether you're just starting your investing journey or looking to scale…this episode is your blueprint.Tap in. Take notes. And get ready to meet the Employed Millionaire himself — Mr. Storm Leroy.

TODAY with Hoda & Jenna
March 24, Barbara Bush: Sister Dilemmas | Easy Home Upgrades from “The Brownstone Boys” | The Boozer Twins

TODAY with Hoda & Jenna

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 36:16


Jenna is joined by her sister, Barbara, as she co-hosts for the day. The duo give their opinions on some listeners' tricky sister dilemmas. Also, Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum, aka “The Brownstone Boys,” share some easy home upgrades to help refresh your space. Plus, the story behind the supremely talented basketball twin brothers, Cameron and Cayden Boozer, sons of former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer.

Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers
Jenny Dandy & The Brownstone on E. 83rd

Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 33:55


Jenny Dandy is a graduate of Smith College and of Lighthouse Writers Workshop Book Project. Though she has lived and worked from Beijing to Baltimore, from Northampton to Atlanta, it was New York that held onto a piece of her heart. She now lives and writes in the Rocky Mountains where she would never lift a wallet or scam her dinner guests. On the podcats, Jenny talks about her debut novel, The Brownstone on E. 83rd. More: www.jennydandy.com Intro Music by Moby Gratis: https://mobygratis.com/ Outro Music by Dan-o-Songs: https://danosongs.com/ Host Mark Stevens www.writermarkstevens.com Watch these interviews on YouTube (and subscribe)! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBP81nfbKnDRjs-Nar9LNe20138AiPyP8&si=yl_seG5S4soyk216  

EXTRAORDINARY Women
Come with Me and EXPLORE This Stunning 1800's Cambridge MA Brownstone

EXTRAORDINARY Women

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 25:14


In my latest episode, I'm taking you inside a stunning 1800s Cambridge brownstone. Its intricate details, timeless craftsmanship, and rich history serve as a reminder that reinvention is always possible, just like the next chapter of your life. Whether you're drawn to antique architecture or love discovering beautiful spaces, this tour is sure to inspire you! //WHEN YOU'RE READY, HERE'S HOW I CAN HELP YOUBUY THE BOOK: https://a.co/d/czSh6zxGet the books' bonus resources: https://sharriharmel.com/Start your Breakthrough today: https://sharriharmel.com/breakthrough/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharriharmel/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/273197629997812 

The Geek In Review
Exploring AI-Powered Litigation with FileRead's Chan Koh and Justin Brownstone

The Geek In Review

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 31:47


This week we welcome Chan Hee-Koh, CEO and co-founder, and Justin Brownstone, Strategic Partnership Lead at FileRead. As legal professionals and tech enthusiasts gear up for LegalWeek, the conversation starts with some lighthearted banter about the best places to visit in New York—including a passionate endorsement of Angelina in Paris' hot chocolate. However, the discussion quickly turns toward the evolving role of AI in the legal industry and how FileRead is shaping the future of litigation technology.Chan shares the deeply personal story that inspired FileRead's creation: his immigrant family's experience during the 2008 housing crisis. Seeing how legal services were out of reach for many due to the complexity and cost of litigation, he set out to develop a platform that could make legal discovery and fact-finding more accessible and efficient. FileRead focuses on litigation-specific AI applications, aiming to streamline document review, build stronger factual narratives, and uncover hidden stories within vast amounts of case data. The discussion also touches on the industry's skepticism toward AI and the need for legal tech companies to build trust and demonstrate real value.The conversation then turns to FileRead's recent growth and roadmap for 2025. Having secured a $6 million seed funding round and a strategic partnership with Simplify, the company is expanding its capabilities beyond Relativity to offer a standalone AI-powered litigation analysis platform. Justin highlights how FileRead's technology goes beyond standard eDiscovery tools by enabling instant document analysis, chronology building, and memo drafting—tasks that traditionally take weeks of manual work. The team is also working on developing litigation workflows that will automate complex fact-checking processes, helping lawyers assess case strengths and identify missing evidence more efficiently.A key theme of the episode is the legal industry's slow but inevitable adoption of AI. Chan and Justin discuss how legal workflows are fundamentally different from those in other industries due to the uncertainty and unpredictability of litigation. Unlike transactional law, where contracts and compliance processes are more standardized, litigation involves a constantly shifting landscape where new evidence and legal arguments can completely change the direction of a case. The hosts and guests explore how AI is beginning to bridge the gap between human expertise and technological efficiency, making legal work more strategic and less burdened by repetitive document review.As the episode wraps up, the hosts reflect on the rapid evolution of legal technology. Greg and Marlene note that while AI has been discussed in legal tech for years, the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) have dramatically accelerated in just the last two years. Chan and Justin acknowledge that staying ahead in this fast-moving space requires constant experimentation and adaptation. However, they emphasize that while technology can enhance legal work, people remain at the center of the industry. AI should be seen as a tool that empowers attorneys rather than replaces them. To learn more about FileRead, visit FileRead.com, or reach out directly to Chan and Justin via email.Listen on mobile platforms:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Blue Sky: ⁠⁠@geeklawblog.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@marlgeb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: geekinreviewpodcast@gmail.comMusic: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jerry David DeCicca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transcript

Hot Off The Wire
Trump and Musk's plans, pandas return and Farmtok

Hot Off The Wire

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2025 16:01


Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: What Americans think about Trump and Musk's plans for the federal government AP-NORC poll. US adults want border security action but mostly oppose arrests in schools, churches AP-NORC poll. The tax deadline for some small businesses affected by disasters in 2024 is drawing near. Rosy December for small business sales, but restaurants are left out. Chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer pose cancer risk, EPA says. Scientists sense 'chirping' chorus waves near Earth in an unexpected place. Pandas are back; 'Washington, D.C., is no longer unbearable!.' Mittens the cat becomes an accidental frequent flyer after getting mistakenly left on a plane. Sunfish that got sick after aquarium closed has recovered — thanks to human cutouts. A blooming plant that reeks of gym socks and rotting garbage has thousands lining up for a whiff. On Farmtok, agriculture gets its moment in the spotlight. What would it mean if that disappeared. Ancient DNA suggests women were at the heart of social networks in Celtic society in Britain. Obesity won't be solely defined by BMI under new plan for diagnosis by global experts. Brownstone from 'Sex and The City' getting gate due to tourists. On this week's AP Religion Roundup, President Trump demands an apology after an inaugural prayer service, and faith leaders react to an immigration crackdown. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

1010 WINS ALL LOCAL
Gov. Hochul says more cops will flood the subways for the next 6 months...Body of man found in garbage bag in a home in Queens...'Sex in the City' brownstone gets a fence to keep fans away

1010 WINS ALL LOCAL

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 6:29


Gov. Hochul says more cops will flood the subways for the next 6 months...Body of man found in garbage bag in a home in Queens...'Sex in the City' brownstone gets a fence to keep fans away full 389 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 10:47:25 +0000 OtrlX4byOKY99gtw3LZ9ebp0EAIs2D9E news 1010 WINS ALL LOCAL news Gov. Hochul says more cops will flood the subways for the next 6 months...Body of man found in garbage bag in a home in Queens...'Sex in the City' brownstone gets a fence to keep fans away The podcast is hyper-focused on local news, issues and events in the New York City area. This podcast's purpose is to give New Yorkers New York news about their neighborhoods and shine a light on the issues happening in their backyard. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.

AP Audio Stories
Brownstone from 'Sex and The City' getting gate due to tourists

AP Audio Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 0:50


AP correspondent Julie Walker reports the brownstone made famous by 'Sex and The City' is getting a gate to protect it from tourists.

Cocktails and Gossip
138. Exclusives: Ally Zarin's breakup; RHONJ; Crystal Minkoff; Southern Charm Chat; Blake Lively v Justin Baldoni

Cocktails and Gossip

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2024 59:39


The holidays didn't slow down the gossip. We kick the show off with three exclusives. 1. Some intel on what might actually have caused Ally Zarin's breakup with her fiancee. 2. Is the Brownstone of Real Housewives of New Jersey allegedly facing financial woes? 3. Crystal Minkoff allegedly has an "anonymous" Reddit - is she using it to promote her podcast? There's a lot to unpack with Southern Charm. Who's lying, Craig or JT? Is Paige getting a weird edit? And then we deep dive on the Blake Lively/Justin Baldoni drama coming out of Blake Lively's legal complaint last week. There are some shocking details we didn't know about.    This week's podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Nutrafol. Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at Nutrafol.com when you enter code GOSSIP.

Conspirituality
Brief: My Dad Became a MAGA Power Broker (w/Julia Tucker)

Conspirituality

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 38:48


Jeffery Tucker is the founder of the MAGA thinktank Brownstone Institute. In 2020, Brownstone published The Great Barrington Declaration, with lead author Jay Bhattacharya—now the nominee for head of the NIH.  Jeffrey's daughter, Julia, joins Matthew to discuss her dad's rise through the punditocracy, through decades of fringe libertarian publishing, working for Ron Paul, boosting anarcho-capitalism and crypto, writing for the Epoch Times, and asking such daring questions as: “What's so wrong about child labour?” Show Notes Patreon: Post-Catholic Music (w/Julia Tucker) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ask Dr. Drew
Roger Ver, Jan 6ers, Ross Ulbricht: Who Should Trump Pardon First? w/ Attorney Robert Barnes & Aaron Day – Ask Dr. Drew – Ep 435

Ask Dr. Drew

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 65:55


Incoming President Trump has hinted that he will pardon his supporters who stormed the Capitol on January 6, 2021 – possibly on his first day in office. It's also rumored that he is considering presidential pardons or commutations for others, including Silk Road operator Ross Ulbricht and early Bitcoin investor Roger Ver. Attorney Robert Barnes and Brownstone author Aaron Day discuss the cases, new attacks on raw milk, CBDC, and de-banking. Robert Barnes is a Constitutional, criminal tax, and civil rights attorney. He cohosts the “Viva & Barnes: Law For The People” podcast with Viva Frei. Barnes Law has defended a variety of cases including Wesley Snipes' vs. the IRS, Alex Jones' Sandy Hook defense, and other cases involving the government and free speech. Follow Barnes at https://x.com/barnes_law and learn more at https://barneslawllp.com Aaron Day is an entrepreneur, investor, and advisor with three decades of experience across e-commerce, healthcare, blockchain, AI, and clean technology. A Duke University and Harvard UES graduate, Day is the author of ‘The Final Countdown: Crypto, Gold, Silver, and the People's Last Stand Against Tyranny by Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).' His work has been featured in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and Fox News. Find more at https://daylightfreedom.org and follow him at https://x.com/aaronrday 「 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS 」 Find out more about the brands that make this show possible and get special discounts on Dr. Drew's favorite products at https://drdrew.com/sponsors  • COZY EARTH - Susan and Drew love Cozy Earth's sheets & clothing made with super-soft viscose from bamboo! Use code DREW to save up to 40% at https://drdrew.com/cozy • FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at https://drdrew.com/fatty15 • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. "I am a huge fan of this brand and know you'll love it too!” Get 15% off your first order at https://drdrew.com/paleovalley • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at https://twc.health/drew 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on important medical issues. Always consult your physician before making any decisions about your health. 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (https://kalebnation.com) and Susan Pinsky (https://twitter.com/firstladyoflove). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Convo By Design
The Brownstone Boys | 547 | Our December 2024 Convo By Design Icon Registry Inductees

Convo By Design

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 54:39


The Convo By Design Icon Registry inductees this month are Jordan Slocum and Barry Bordelon AKA the Brownstone Boys. They appeared on the show around 2020. I feel strongly about historical preservation and I cannot think of anyone who does this as authentically as Jordon and Barry. Neither were born in Brooklyn, but they found themselves there with a passion for design and a love of brownstones. Their authenticity with regard to the work is inescapable and their sole focus on the mission of restoring old brownstones is what I think makes them so unique. This is not a flavor-of-the-month activity to become socially relevant. They started their passion project first, turned it into a business and the fame followed, as did more projects, book deals and all the other fun stuff designers  want as part of their professional portfolio.  Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. Monogram - It's the details that define Monogram ThermaSol - Redefining the modern shower experience. Without steam, it's just a bathroom. Design Hardware - A stunning and vast collection of jewelry for the home!  - Where service meets excellence TimberTech - Real wood beauty without the upkeep The other aspect to their work that I find so wonderful is their approach to each project. Not recreating it in the original form of the architect but reimagining it and keeping the essence of the work, historical reference but also reimagining it to fit seamlessly into the neighborhood with all the modern amenities one would hope for without shoe-horning it it. It flows effortlessly into each completed project. Allowing those who love brownstones to enjoy this as well as allowing the architectural purist to appreciate the workmanship and creative approach to a revitalized building. Please enjoy an encore airing of that first conversation with Barry and Jordan, our December 2024 inductees to the Convo By Design Icon Registry, the Brownstone Boys. Thank you Barry and Jordan for appearing on the show, creating such beautiful reimagined spaces and respecting the original work as you do. Thank you to my wonderful partner sponsors; ThermaSol, Pacific Sales, Design Hardware, TimberTech and Monogram for your continued support and thank you for taking the time to listen to the show and sharing it with your friends, family and colleagues. Until next time, be well and take today first.

ESO Network – The ESO Network
An Interview With Harvey Brownstone Himself | Tales From Hollywoodland

ESO Network – The ESO Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 62:59


In this captivating episode of Tales From Hollywoodland, we turn the spotlight on the host of the acclaimed show Harvey Brownstone Interviews—Harvey Brownstone himself! Join us for an exclusive conversation as Harvey shares insights into his journey as an interviewer, his experiences with iconic celebrities, and the art of creating meaningful and engaging conversations. Discover […] The post An Interview With Harvey Brownstone Himself | Tales From Hollywoodland appeared first on The ESO Network.

Tales From Hollywoodland
An Interview with Harvey Brownstone Himself

Tales From Hollywoodland

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 62:59


In this captivating episode of Tales From Hollywoodland, we turn the spotlight on the host of the acclaimed show Harvey Brownstone Interviews—Harvey Brownstone himself! Join us for an exclusive conversation as Harvey shares insights into his journey as an interviewer, his experiences with iconic celebrities, and the art of creating meaningful and engaging conversations. Discover behind-the-scenes stories from his celebrated career and what inspires him to connect with some of the biggest names in entertainment. Don't miss this insightful and entertaining discussion with the man behind the mic! Tales From Hollywoodland on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/talesfromhollywoodland   Tales From Hollywoodland on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/talesfromhollywoodland/ We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at  talesfromhollywoodland@gmail.com and why not subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcast, Spotify, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, and wherever fine podcasts are found. 

Ask Dr. Drew
Bombshell Report: CDC Plans Included COVID Isolation Camps, Vaccinated-Only Spaces & Vaccine Passports w/ Dr. Jay Bhattacharya & Vanessa Dylyn – Ask Dr. Drew – Ep 423

Ask Dr. Drew

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 70:10


“No matter how bad you think Covid policies were, they were intended to be worse,” writes Jeffrey A. Tucker of Brownstone, in a bombshell expose of the original plan for COVID-19: lockdowns for everyone, vaccinated-only public indoor spaces, and an ultimate scheme for permanent vaccine passports – and even nationwide quarantine camps. “People were to be isolated, given only food and some cleaning supplies,” writes Tucker. “There were no provisions made for any legal appeals or even the right to legal counsel.” “In other words,” Tucker concludes “this is what used to be concentration camps.” Dr. Jay Bhattacharya is a Professor of Medicine at Stanford University. He is a research associate at the National Bureau of Economics Research, a senior fellow at the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research, and at the Stanford Freeman Spogli Institute. His research focuses on the economics of health care around the world with a particular emphasis on the health and well-being of vulnerable populations. Follow Dr. Bhattacharya at https://x.com/drjbhattacharya Vanessa Dylyn is an Emmy-nominated, Canadian Screen Award-winning producer of the COVID Collateral documentary. Her credits include Werner Herzog's “Into the Inferno” for Netflix, CBC's “The Divided Brain,” and “The Musical Brain” featuring Sting, Michael Buble, and many others. Her work has been backed by major broadcasters like Netflix, CBC, and Nat Geo. Follow her at https://x.com/VanessaDylyn and watch the documentary at https://covidcollateral.com/ 「 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS 」 Find out more about the brands that make this show possible and get special discounts on Dr. Drew's favorite products at https://drdrew.com/sponsors  • CAPSADYN - Get pain relief with the power of capsaicin from chili peppers – without the burning! Capsadyn's proprietary formulation for joint & muscle pain contains no NSAIDs, opioids, anesthetics, or steroids. Try it for 15% off at https://drdrew.com/capsadyn • FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at https://drdrew.com/fatty15 • CHECK GENETICS - Your DNA is the key to discovering the RIGHT medication for you. Escape the big pharma cycle and understand your genetic medication blueprint with pharmacogenetic testing. Save $200 with code DRDREW at https://drdrew.com/check • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. "I am a huge fan of this brand and know you'll love it too!” Get 15% off your first order at https://drdrew.com/paleovalley • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at https://twc.health/drew 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on important medical issues. Always consult your physician before making any decisions about your health. 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (https://kalebnation.com) and Susan Pinsky (https://twitter.com/firstladyoflove). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ask Dr. Drew
Pre-Election Day Counter-Programming w/ Lisa Miron & Debbie Lerman (2023 Brownstone Fellow) – Ask Dr. Drew – Ep 420

Ask Dr. Drew

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 83:12


Lisa Miron is a Canadian lawyer and litigator with 24 years of legal experience and a background in environmental science. She has managed her own law firm, specializing in complex litigation including class action suits and cases against government entities. Read more at https://lawyerlisa.substack.com Debbie Lerman is a 2023 Brownstone Fellow. She has a degree in English from Harvard and is a retired science writer – and practicing artist – in Philadelphia, PA. Read more from her at https://debbielerman.substack.com • SPONSORED BY JUVENT – If you're serious about optimizing your health and wellness — especially if you want to strengthen your bones and improve mobility — check out the JUVENT Micro-Impact Platform. Get $500 off your Juvent today by using code DREW at https://drdrew.com/juvent 「 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS 」 Find out more about the brands that make this show possible and get special discounts on Dr. Drew's favorite products at https://drdrew.com/sponsors  • FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at https://drdrew.com/fatty15 • CAPSADYN - Get pain relief with the power of capsaicin from chili peppers – without the burning! Capsadyn's proprietary formulation for joint & muscle pain contains no NSAIDs, opioids, anesthetics, or steroids. Try it for 15% off at https://drdrew.com/capsadyn • CHECK GENETICS - Your DNA is the key to discovering the RIGHT medication for you. Escape the big pharma cycle and understand your genetic medication blueprint with pharmacogenetic testing. Save $200 with code DRDREW at https://drdrew.com/check • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. "I am a huge fan of this brand and know you'll love it too!” Get 15% off your first order at https://drdrew.com/paleovalley • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at https://twc.health/drew 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on important medical issues. Always consult your physician before making any decisions about your health. 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (https://kalebnation.com) and Susan Pinsky (https://twitter.com/firstladyoflove). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FLCCC Alliance
#178 (Nov. 06, 2024) 'Broken Systems and the Path Forward with Brownstone': FLCCC Weekly Update

FLCCC Alliance

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 84:43


Never miss an FLCCC webinar: https://covid19criticalcare.com/category/weekly-webinars/Learn more: https://covid19criticalcare.com/broken-systems-and-the-path-forward/ Followers of FLCCC and The Brownstone Institute are all too aware of the deep fractures in our current systems—a truth laid bare during the recent Brownstone event. Host Dr. Chris Martenson sits down with Dr. Ryan Cole and Jeffery Tucker, founder and president of Brownstone. Together, they'll revisit key moments like the collapse of trust in medicine, pervasive censorship, and the rise of global propaganda. They'll also confront the challenges faced by those who held firm to their principles despite the personal cost. Looking ahead, the panel explores solutions like decentralizing power, emphasizing wellness over sick-care, and empowering patients to take control of their health. Join us for what promises to be an engaging discussion that aims to shed light on the path toward a future of accountability and hope.

ExplicitNovels
Cáel and the Manhattan Amazons: Part 3

ExplicitNovels

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024


Women of any age can drive a man to madness.In 25 parts, edited from the works of FinalStand.Listen and subscribe to the ► Podcast at Connected..“Instinct, education and experience are complementary, not in opposition.”(Wednesday)The phone rang. The clock was flashing 6:15. Odette snuggled up to me, making cute, happy cat-like noises. Timothy's bed was bigger than mine so I had to reach out to get my mobile device. For the tenth time, I silently thanked Timothy for switching bedrooms with me, though I believed he had chosen to sleep on the sofa instead."Hello," I said quietly."It's Buffy. I'll be there in fifteen minutes," she stated firmly."I have a companion over," I hesitated. "Can you make it twenty-five?""Who is that, Cáel Nyilas," Odette yawned. She liked the way my full name rolled of her tongue."Who is that?" Buffy grilled me."She's a sweet young lady I met; the rest is none of your business," I told Buffy. To Odette, "It is one of my many bosses. After my 'auto accident' (I couldn't tell a stranger that some psycho bitch; who I had just screwed; had her mentor kick the shit out of me), she brought me home then deposited me at your workplace. My bike is still at work." I had told Odette I was a cyclist."Does she think you are sexy?" Odette giggled. I groaned."81 days, Cáel," Buffy reminded me. "81 days," then she hung up. I wasn't getting my extra ten minutes."Do we have time?" Odette wiggled her whole body against mine."I don't think so. Babe," I sighed. "All I can do is go down on you then I have to grab a shower and get dressed." Odette blinked, blinked again, then brightened up incredibly."If that's all we can do," she exhibited no regrets as she hurled the covers back. It took me seven minutes to bring her to.I was good, but I had also torn up Odette pretty badly last night. I had to buy Timothy some more condoms. I felt kinda bad for using the number I did. I raced to the shower, did a Wonder Woman (hold your arms out and spin around a few times in the shower), raced back to Timothy's room; Timothy shot me with his Nerf gun from the sofa (Odette was vocal); and began dressing."Odette, stay and get some sleep," I stroked her cheek. "Timothy heads to work around ten, so if you could head out with him so he can lock up the place. Fix whatever breakfast you like. If it is Timothy, I'll make it up to him.""You mean beyond letting us use his room?" she fixed me with her feline eyes. I coughed."Come on, Cáel Nyilas, this room is plastered with male Calvin Klein models and you have five copies of the Village Voice on your dresser. You are far too proficient with punching all my buttons to be gay," she pointed out."Gay men can be very sexually proficient," I countered."Cáel Nyilas (damn, she loved my name), you came five times. I lost track of how many orgasms I had. If you are gay, you aren't in De-Nile, you are in Ethiopia," she giggled. This wasn't the right moment to brag that I ejaculated eight times last night. Rhada filled up three condoms during our little escapade. I repeat, I have an out of control libido."Gotta go," I straddled Odette and gave her a kiss. I deftly avoided the French grapple because I had the feeling that Buffy wasn't the kind to wait patiently."Timothy;” I mumbled as I sped to the door."I know; girl; bed; sleeping," he groaned. As the door shut I heard him add, "at least he's not dull."I managed not to kill myself tumbling down the stairs in my haste to reach the street. Buffy was waiting and drumming her hands on the steering wheel. I tried the car door; it was locked. A tap on the window earned me a baleful glare. I sighed and fell on my knees."Please," I begged. "Please, please, please let me in the car." I heard a click after ten seconds."You're late," she remarked as we sped away. I hastily put on my seat belt."I apologize," I tried being obsequious."You had better be, damn it," she seethed. Oh; I scented arousal; and jealousy. We drove a few blocks in silence. "Who was it?""Are we on the clock?" I countered. Pause."No," she said in a clipped tone."None of your fucking business, then," I growled. "My sex life is none of your concern, Buffy. It is none of your group's concern, so give it a rest.""Or what?" Buffy's eyes narrowed. I wished she would watch the road."Thunderdome, Bitch!" I grinned. Oh, she tried. She tried really hard to stay angry with me."I hate you," she snickered. She pulled out her phone and handed it to me. It was a picture of Buffy, Katrina, Tessa, Desiree and some woman who looked familiar standing, or kneeling, behind a pile of dead animals. All the ladies had bows, knives and camo gear."Does the Audubon Society know about this? I'm pretty sure the World Wildlife Fund would have a freaking stroke," I nodded."Ladies at Havenstone have a passion for killing things," Buffy measured me. "I thought you might want to know.""Why do you use bows?" I questioned. "Don't your boobs get in the way?" Buffy smacked me in the chest; hard. I could have blocked. That would have been counterproductive. No, I grabbed her right boob and gave it a strong squeeze. In retaliation, she hit me again. I grabbed her boob. This went on until we entered the garage. She got in the last hit."We are on the clock now," I notified her. She seemed less than pleased. "Very nice, by the way.""Huh?" Buffy studied."Sorry. Any continuation of this conversation would constitute sexual harassment," I sighed."I am mentally projecting negative emotions your way," Buffy grumbled."I believe the totality of your efforts create a positive outlook for me," I grinned."Have you ever been skydiving?" Buffy dropped out of the blue on me in the elevator ride up."With, or without, a parachute?" I inquired. She blessed me with a feral smile.I hurried to Katrina's office, Buffy a step behind me, rumbling like the jaguar she'd performed illegal dentistry on. She wasn't trying to intimidate me. Buffy was trying to mark her territory. I made it to my desk without actually being scent-marked, so I considered the encounter a draw."Have fun last night?" Katrina inquired without looking up."More than any one man should have," I confessed. Further conversation was severed by the arrival of the first of the female 'new hires'. As Katrina started our little meeting, I surreptitiously put in the work order for my suits. I wasn't sneaky enough for Katrina."Are you suffering some sort of head trauma that makes you believe you can avoid participation in this meeting?" she purred."No, Ma; Katrina," I was contrite. "I had to submit a work order for the business suits Buffy and Helena purchased for me last night so I would stop coming to work dressed like a homeless panhandler." That killed four of the girls; they failed to stifle their giggles."Couldn't you have dealt with that on the way in?" Katrina had this glitter in her eyes."Buffy was attempting to subject me to vehicular homicide," I replied. "I was afraid for my life on multiple occasions, up to and including her entry into the garage.""How horrifying for you," Katrina delivered deadpan."I had my hands full, I swear," I placed my hand over my heart."I suspect that was the case," Katrina allowed. "Is there anything else you need to take care of while the rest of us wait on you?""Thank you, yes there is," I smiled, nodded and began typing away."I was being facetious, but then you knew that," Katrina teased. Several girls were openly giggling now.When I finished, I walked around Katrina's desk, went to one knee and lowered my head. Katrina scanned my latest request."Really?" she was intrigued."Yes, Ma'am," I looked up at her. She ran her hands through my hair. "Katrina.""You are trying," Katrina remarked. That could read either way. "Go back to your station before I show you where you really belong," she chuckled. I stood up and fist-pumped."Woo-who!" I shouted. "I'm going to bed." That finished them off. Even Fabiola cracked a tiny bit and snickered behind her hand.The real joke they were embracing; making me part of their new breeding program; was the punchline to the joke Katrina and I found amusing. I knew the truth. We received our assignments and left the office."How did your date with Rhada go last night?" Paula nudged me."It wasn't a date. It was a corporate appointment," I corrected. "As for the rest; you don't want to know. Please believe me, you don't want to know.""I can make you tell us," Fabiola smirked. The group kept together until I reached Desiree's desk. She was my boss for the day and she was not pleased, or amused.Fabiola saved me."Sister, compel this one to tell us what happened with Rhada last night," Fabiola sneered in Hittite. I played dumb which wasn't hard in my fatigued state. Desiree transferred all of her dislike of me into outrage at Fabiola's breach."Is your blood poisoned?" Desiree seethed. "When they tossed you off the rocks, did you bounce back up, or are you so arrogantly stupid you would flaunt one of our most basic safeguards?""You are only half the woman you could have been," Fabiola shot back.By the way Desiree flew out of her chair that was a deadly insult. I put my body between them and grabbed Desiree by her upper arms."Release me," she yelled, her hate returned its focus to me."You are my boss," I explained calmly. "I most join you in your battles. Is this a battle you truly want to fight, here and now?""Release me at once," Desiree commanded."One of us hiding behind a man," Fabiola mocked Desiree. Daphne punched her. "Ow!""Care to try that on me?" Daphne challenged Fabiola. "My family's prestige has never been called into question." I was starting to think they meant genetic purity."Buffy would not want me to let you come to harm," I whispered to Desiree then released her. It was that hunting photo that made me make that leap. Desiree glared at me. A slap followed, but it wasn't all that hard."Do not touch me without permission, Cáel Nyilas," she commanded in a clear voice.

OneMicNite Podcast with Marcos Luis
S5Ep.36 Gordon Chambers: The Grammy-Nominated Maestro Behind the Hits

OneMicNite Podcast with Marcos Luis

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 47:55


Our Guest Gordon Chambers website: www.GordonChambers.com ---Gordon Anthony Chambers is an American singer-songwriter and record producer who has written songs for more than 75 recording artists including Angie Stone, Yolanda Adams, The Isley Brothers, Brandy, Trey Songz, Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, Usher, Marc Anthony, Jamie Foxx, Aretha Franklin, Beyoncé Knowles, and Nao Yoshioka. His number-1 hits as lyricist include Anita Baker's Grammy-winning hit "I Apologize", Brownstone's Grammy-nominated hit "If You Love Me", Angie Stone's "No More Rain (In This Cloud)", the Grammy-nominated theme of 1996's Set It Off "Missing You" (performed by Brandy, Tamia, Gladys Knight and Chaka Khan) and Yolanda Adams "Someone Watching Over You". --He is the winner of eight awards from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), has four Dove Award nominations, and his songs have been nominated for three Grammy Awards. Anita Baker won a Grammy for "I Apologize", which Chambers wrote. His songs have been performed at the Essence Awards, American Music Awards, the Goodwill Games and the White House. His prestigious appearances, in addition to acclaimed European and Japanese tours, have included the Essence Music Festival, the Congressional Black Caucus, the Apollo Theater, Constitution Hall, B. B King's and the Kennedy Center. ---His solo albums have been nominated for Independent Soul Album of the Year by Soultracks.com and have been among CDBaby's top R&B sellers. === His first solo album, Introducing Gordon Chambers, was released in 2005 and featured special guests Carl Thomas, Glenn Lewis, Sara Devine, Roy Hargrove and Mike Phillips. His second album, Love Stories, was released in 2007 and features soul artist Ledisi. Gordon Chambers' album Sincere was released in August 2011, featuring duets with Sara Devine and Candace Coles, and production by Darien Dorsey, The BeatBanggahz and Jermaine Mobley. The album also includes covers of Donny Hathaway's "A Song For You" and his version of "Missing You", which he dedicates to late mentors Phyllis Hyman and Gerald Levert .---Live Chat with Us Every week... -----Music: Audio Podcast : by Daniel Howse : https://www.youtube.com/professorsoramusic ** OneMicNite Theme Song , "Chance" & Background Songs "Kanye" , "Straight Vibing" Host: --Contact/ Follow Marcos on IG/Fb/IMdb/Twitter/TikTok: @MarcosLuis —Show: OneMicNite Podcast with Marcos Luis *Contact/Follow: IG/Fb/Twitter/Tumbler/LinkedIn/Youtube/TikTok @OneMicNite www.OneMicnite.com - - ** Listen to Audio Podcast: Available wherever you download , all digital platforms.. ** Support Us Now: Give "Stars" on Facebook ---Follow/Contact -- The Show: All Social Media Fb/Ig/Twitter/Tumbler/TikTok/ *** watch the episodes on Youtube @OneMicNite & www.OneMicNite.com****Please Support this Podcast: PayPal/ Zell Pay: MarcosStarActor@gmail.com Venmo @ Marcoso-Luis-1 CashApp : $MarcosLuis1 Please Visit: The AzulesEn Online store to find Products that Compliment your Lifestyle: Link : https://azulesen.myshopify.com/products/onemicnite-signature-logo-unisex-talk-live-pod-tee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/onemicnite/support

Ideas of India
Steven Brownstone on Agricultural Subsidies, Mechanization, and Historical Land and Labor Institutions in India

Ideas of India

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 46:53


Subscribe to Grand Tamasha on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or your favorite podcast app. I spoke with Steven Brownstone, a PhD candidate in economics at the University of California, San Diego. His research focus is on the fields of development economics, agricultural economics, and political economy. We discussed his job market paper, Labor Market Effects of Agricultural Mechanization: Experimental Evidence from India. We talked about the reason there isn't a natural mechanization in rice plantation in Telangana, the role of the state in the uptake of mechanization, the labor market in a developing country that is undergoing a structural transformation and much more. Recorded September 11th, 2024. Read a full transcript enhanced with helpful links. Connect with Ideas of India Follow us on X Follow Shruti on X Follow Steven on X Click here for the latest Ideas of India episodes sent straight to your inbox. Timestamps (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:04) - Grand Tamasha (00:02:36) - The Wage and Labor Effects of Mechanized Drum Seeders in Telangana (00:07:43) - Wages Failing to Rise: NREGA and a Profitability Ceiling (00:09:41) - Women's Changing Role in the Farming Labor Market (00:11:07) - The Puzzle of Mechanization: Is Government Intervention Necessary? (00:15:41) - Mechanization or Migrant Labor (00:19:27) - The Role of Government in Mechanization Adoption (00:23:46) - Should Telangana farmers grow rice? (00:26:08) - Market Distortions and Maximizing Food Production (00:29:31) - Larger Economic Questions About Agricultural Subsidies (00:34:18) - Future of Mechanization and Agricultural Policy in Telangana (00:36:45) - The Long Shadow of Feudalism: Concentration of Land and Labor Market Power in India (00:39:00) - How the Feudal Structure Shaped Current Farm Ownership and Women's Labor (00:41:54) - New Research in Relation to Existing Stories of State Capacity (00:46:05) - Outro

Business RadioX ® Network
GWBC POP 2024: TeKay Brown-Taylor with Brownstone Mediation Services

Business RadioX ® Network

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024


The Power of Partnering (POP) is a half-day event where women entrepreneurs, business leaders, corporations and procurement professionals come together to train, network and create matchmaker opportunities to help create and reach procurement and business goals. Each agenda includes educational resources from thought leadership and subject matter experts and the opportunity to showcase your capabilities statements […]

Detailed: An original podcast by ARCAT
109: Brownstone Renovation | Upper West Side Townhouse

Detailed: An original podcast by ARCAT

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 50:00


In this episode, Cherise is joined by James Saisakorn, Partner at The Turett Collaborative in New York. They discuss the Upper West Side Townhouse in Manhattan.You can see the project here as you listen along.The Upper West Side Townhouse is a joint effort between Turrett Collaborative and THINK Construction spanning nearly 9 years on a state-of-the-art renovation of a historic brownstone in Manhattan's Upper West Side Landmark Residential District. Turrett is dedicated to maintaining the original turn-of-the-century brownstone facade and party walls, while completely redesigning the interior to meet the modern needs of the current homeowner following a philosophy of warm contemporary renovation.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCAT Detailed on Youtube

Positive Traction Podcast with Coach Henry
#24. Balancing Parenthood and Professional Dreams

Positive Traction Podcast with Coach Henry

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 57:35


Episode #24: What does it take to balance the joys and challenges of parenthood, career shifts, and personal growth? This week on Positive Traction Podcast, we welcome back Zach and Cassidy, who shares the heartwarming milestone of his daughter Amari nearing her first birthday, and exciting updates on his latest projects at Brownstone. Alongside Zach, Cassidy brings her thrilling news of expecting her first baby and delves into her transition to a full-time entrepreneurial career, offering insights into navigating life's unexpected journeys. Listen as we explore the essential elements of intention and application in both business and personal relationships. Cassidy Anna candidly discusses moving across the country, rebuilding her career, and the transformative journey of motherhood amidst unexpected life changes. Together, we emphasize the importance of communication, respect, and the fulfillment found in serving others. Through their stories, Zach and Cassidy highlight how embracing life's challenges can foster profound personal growth and a deeper understanding of faith and purpose. The episode also touches on the significance of male companionship and mentorship in personal growth, with Zach sharing a poignant story about gratitude and resilience learned from a life-changing moment. We reflect on maintaining a positive outlook during hardships, the balance of acknowledging emotions without letting them define us, and the importance of family dynamics and faith perspectives. Join us for a heartfelt discussion filled with practical advice, inspiring reflections, and the power of optimism in navigating life's beautiful yet unexpected journeys.    Timestamps: (00:00) Life Updates and Exciting News (11:14) The Path of Service and Growth (24:55) Journeying Through Motherhood and Change (37:02) Embracing Hard Lessons and Growth (40:58) Navigating Hardship and Optimism (45:00) Navigating Feelings and Life Perspectives (48:53) Family Relationships and Faith Perspectives Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @positivetractionpodcast and WATCH us on YouTube!

The Feds
51. Jeffrey Tucker: Life After Lockdown

The Feds

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 58:33


51. Jeffrey Tucker: Life After Lockdown This week on The Feds, Feds for Freedom co-founder Megan Guerrero interviews Jeffrey Tucker who is the Founder, Author, and President at Brownstone Institute. He is also Senior Economics Columnist for the Epoch Times, and author of several books, including Life After Lockdown. We talk with Jeffrey about the origin and mission of Brownstone and some of the experiences he had during the Covid era that opened his eyes to the liberty-restoring work that needed to be done. He also shares his thoughts on SCOTUS' Chevron Deference decision and the importance of public awareness of media and political manipulation. Jeffrey calls on all citizens not to turn a blind eye to the truth, but to stand and face the corruption so we can return to the founding principles of classical liberalism upon which this nation was built. Learn more about the Brownstone Institute at www.brownstone.org Register for The New Resistance: The Brownstone Institute Annual Conference and Gala here Jeffrey's X: @jeffreyatucker  —---------------- This week's sponsor:  Triple E Farms: Pure Simple Food… like it was 200 years ago. Triple E Farms ships to all 48 lower states. For more information and to start shopping, visit https://tripleefarming.com   Use the coupon code FEDSFREEDOM for 10% off your first order. Check out Feds For Freedom's new Substack!  Sign the Feds for Freedom DEI Petition: https://conservativechange.org/petition/dei-must-die-ban-taxpayer-funding/ Watch and listen to The Feds on any of these platforms:  https://taplink.cc/fedsforfreedom Support the Work and Become a Member of Feds For Freedom www.fedsforfreedom.org/join Follow Us on Social Media Instagram/X (Twitter)/Facebook:  @feds4freedomusa

Design Perspectives with Gail M Davis
EPISODE 189 - THE BROWNSTONE BOYS

Design Perspectives with Gail M Davis

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 28:03


This is a story about falling in love, taking chances, and of course, Brooklyn.  We met on an app in 2017 and chatted non-stop for two weeks before ever meeting in person. Immediately, we bonded over our shared love of architecture and design, and have been inseparable ever since. Although Jordan is from Las Vegas and Barry is from New Orleans, we've called Brooklyn home for 15 years. Our first dates were biking around Bed Stuy, admiring the beautiful brownstones and dreaming about our future home. Six months into dating, we purchased our first home together – a 130 year old historic brownstone. We know, we move fast!  Our fixer-upper was in need of some major renovations but we needed to squeeze our dreams into our budget. People say that renovating a home is the most stressful thing a couple ever goes through but it became our foundation. We started our own blog and Instagram to document the renovation process and quickly built an incredible online community. We finally worked up the courage to ask one of our followers, Simply Cyn, if she wanted help with her renovation. Her “yes!” completely transformed our lives. Since then, we've completed over 25 projects, expanded to a team of seven, and even wrote a book, For the Love of Renovating, which is available at your local bookstore or online.  When we're not taking measurements, laying tile, or stripping a 200-year-old bannister, you'll find us sipping iced coffees on our stoop, taking our 10-year-old puppy, Zuko, on a walk, and of course, still biking together through our beautiful neighborhood – now as fiancés.  https://thebrownstoneboys.com/ https://www.instagram.com/brownstoneboys/?hl=en

Richer Soul, Life Beyond Money
Ep 398 Integrating Life and Business in Harmony with Daniel Brown

Richer Soul, Life Beyond Money

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 63:40


Integrating Life and Business in Harmony   Take away: Shed any lingering victim mentality and wholeheartedly embrace that you alone have the power to architect the life you want through your effort, mindset, and choices. True freedom comes from this radical responsibility.   Money Learnings: Daniel Brown didn't receive much education about money management, saving, or investing when he was growing up as a child. As the "golden child" and only child, life was very comfortable and money was readily available. However, this easy upbringing meant he didn't learn important lessons about preserving wealth, saving for the future, or the value of having a "rainy day" fund. It was only later in life, after facing some financial struggles himself in real estate, that he realized the importance of building an emergency fund, saving consistently, and having a long-term investing mindset from an early age.   Bio: CEO of Brownstone in Austin. Brit by birth, American by choice, and a family man with a wonderful wife, 5 children, and 2 little grandkids. We're in the business of creating beautiful spec homes that prioritize design, quality and health. We're pushing to transform our current 15 homes into 50 plus per year, via our just launched $20m investment fund raise, in our aim to meet Austin's booming need for more and better living spaces. Beyond bricks and mortar, I'm all about personal growth and holistic health. I firmly believe with the right mindset and effort, almost anyone can excel at almost anything, and that true happiness and health is within our control. I dream of a future where everyone is moving ever closer to their ultimate potential.   Highlights from this episode: Embrace discomfort and seek challenges to build resilience and a growth mindset. Stepping out of your comfort zone leads to personal development. Emphasize whole-body health through a balanced focus on nutrition, exercise/movement, and mental/spiritual well-being. Neglecting any area leads to imbalance. Prioritize real, unprocessed foods and stay away from ultra-processed "franken-foods" for optimal health. Start with simple diet changes. Incorporate varied movement patterns like lifting, carrying, and throwing to mimic natural human movements for strength and mobility. Move beyond traditional gym exercises. Explore the mind-body connection. Physical ailments may have roots in unresolved emotional trauma. Address the emotional component of healing. Build and maintain strong community connections. Surrounding yourself with positive, growth-oriented individuals elevates your mindset. Continually pursue knowledge through reading and applying insights. Knowledge alone is not power - applied knowledge leads to positive change.   Links: https://brownstoneci.com/ https://www.instagram.com/brownstone_capital_investments/   Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom!   Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul   https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com   Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast   Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

Derm Club with Dr. Hannah Kopelman
#45 Treating Delusional Parasitosis | Dr. Nicholas Brownstone

Derm Club with Dr. Hannah Kopelman

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 27:09


Dr. Brownstone and I recently sat down to discuss the complexities of treating patients with delusional parasitosis and unusual skin conditions. We share our strategies for assessing the severity of delusions and customizing patient care, emphasizing the importance of a multidisciplinary approach involving both dermatologists and psychiatrists. Connect with me across Social: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drhannahkopelman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drhankopelman Twitter: https://twitter.com/drhankopelman Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drhankopelman/ Personal Site: https://www.hannahkopelman.com The content of this podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only. This content is not meant to be a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical condition.

The Guilty Feminist
404. Guilty Feminist Edinburgh Previews with Zoe Brownstone, Jessica Regan, Kate Cheka, Sara Barron and Alison Spittle

The Guilty Feminist

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 88:17


404. Guilty Feminist Edinburgh Previews with Zoe Brownstone, Jessica Regan, Kate Cheka, Sara Barron and Alison SpittleThe Guilty Feminist 404. Edinburgh PreviewsPresented by Deborah Frances-White with Zoe Brownstone, Jessica Regan, Kate Cheka, Sara Barron and Alison Spittle Recorded 15 July 2024 at Kings Place. Released 22 July.The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge. More about Deborah Frances-Whitehttps://deborahfrances-white.comhttps://twitter.com/DeborahFWhttps://www.virago.co.uk/the-guilty-feminist-bookMore about Zoe Brownstonehttps://www.instagram.com/zoebrownstonehttps://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/zoe-brownstone-bite-yoursMore about Jessica Reganhttps://www.instagram.com/j.reegshttps://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/16-postcodesMore about Kate Chekahttps://www.instagram.com/katechekahttps://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/kate-cheka-a-messiah-comesMore about Sara Barronhttps://www.instagram.com/sarabarron1000000https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/sara-barron-anything-for-youMore about Alison Spittlehttps://www.instagram.com/alisonspittlehttps://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/alison-spittle-new-stuff-wiphttps://www.sroaudiences.com/application.asp?show_id=3250For more information about this and other episodes…visit https://www.guiltyfeminist.comtweet us https://www.twitter.com/guiltfempodlike our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/guiltyfeministcheck out our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theguiltyfeministor join our mailing list http://www.eepurl.com/bRfSPTOur new podcasts are out nowMedia Storm https://podfollow.com/media-stormAbsolute Power https://podfollow.com/john-bercows-absolute-powerCome to a live recording:Edinburgh Fringe, 12-14 August: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/guilty-feministLondon Podcast Festival, 8 September: https://shop.kingsplace.co.uk/30640/30641Thank you to our amazing Patreon supporters.To support the podcast yourself, go to https://www.patreon.com/guiltyfeminist You can also get an ad-free version of the podcast via Apple Podcasts or Acast+ https://plus.acast.com/s/guiltyfeminist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...
Harvey Brownstone Interviews Andrew Stevens, Actor, Producer, Director & Author

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 20, 2024 49:33


Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Andrew Stevens, Actor, Producer, Director & Author About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, Andrew Stevens, is a highly respected actor, writer, songwriter, producer, director, author, educator and film company executive.    The fact that he has show business in his blood comes as no surprise, given that he's the son of screen legend Stella Stevens.   On the big screen, you've seen him in “The Boys in Company C”, which earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Male Newcomer, and he also received the Star of Tomorrow award from the National Association of Theatre Owners.  He also appeared in “Shampoo”, “The Fury”, “Death Hunt”, “The Seduction”, “Double Threat”, “Pop Star”, “Missionary Man”, and many more.    On TV he appeared in dozens of shows and movies including “Once an Eagle”, “Topper”, “Code Red”, “Hollywood Wives”, “Hotel”, “Dallas”, and many more.  He's also written many screenplays and composed numerous songs for movies and TV shows.  He's directed over a dozen feature films, including world premieres on HBO and SHOWTIME, as well as multiple episodes of popular TV series.    But beyond all of that, our guest is one of the most prolific and successful producers in Hollywood.  He has co-founded and run numerous film production companies, and is currently President and CEO of Andrew Stevens Entertainment and Stevens Entertainment Group.   He's produced hundreds of enormously successful feature films including “The Whole Nine Yards”, “Angel Eyes”, “The Pledge”, “City by the Sea”, “The Big Kahuna”, “Green Dragon”, “Get Carter”, “The Marksman”, “Black Dawn”, and dozens more.     As an educator, he created a fully accredited Associate of Applied Arts college degree program in Motion Picture Production, which formed the basis of an online certificate program called “Foolproof Film School”, based on his best selling 2014 book entitled, “Foolproof Filmmaking: Make a Movie That Makes a Profit”.  His other books are “Producing for Profit: A Practical Guide to Making Independent and Studio Films”, and “Screenwriting for Profit: Writing for the Global Marketplace.”   And if all of that weren't enough, our guest also serves on the board of directors of the International Film and Television Alliance, and until recently served as Chairman of the Independent Producers Association. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To learn more about Andrew Stevens, go to:https://andrewstevens.info/https://www.facebook.com/andrewstevensffilmhttps://twitter.com/astevensenthttps://www.youtube.com/user/astevensent/videos #AndrewStevens   #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...
Harvey Brownstone Interviews Liberace Protégé, Steve Garey, Part 2

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 81:45


Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Liberace Protégé, Steve Garey, Part 2About Harvey's guest:Today's returning guest, Steve Garey, is a renowned, 2-time gold record winning pianist, vocalist and recording artist who has a very prestigious connection to 2 show business legends:   Liberace and Frank Sinatra.   He was selected by Liberace to be his very last protégé, and he is the only protégé of Liberace's to receive the endorsement and support of the Board of Directors of The Liberace Foundation and the Liberace Estate.   And the other superstar with which our guest shares an illustrious history is the Chairman of the Board, the one and only Frank Sinatra, who chose our guest, when he was only 20 years old, to be his piano accompanist.  Our guest began his career in the 1970s as a child prodigy, performing concerts throughout the world, which led to a successful career in nightclubs as well as in films and on television.   And in 1981, Mr. Showmanship himself, Liberace selected our guest as his last and final protégé.  He studied with Liberace for the last six years of his life.  Our guest has performed at the most prestigious venues around the world, and besides performing with Liberace and Frank Sinatra, he's worked alongside dozens of superstars including Rosemary Clooney, Dinah Shore, Bernadette Peters, Johnny Mathis, Debbie Reynolds, Jane Russell, John Travolta and many more.  With his incredibly versatile repertoire, which includes everything from the Jazz Classics, Pop and Country Music to the great American Songbook, our guest has given Command Performances for 5 American Presidents in addition to a number of Crown Monarchs in Europe, Asia and the Middle East.  He's been featured in Cosmopolitan Magazine, the Hollywood Reporter, and on the cover of both TV GUIDE and the American music industry publication "The Score” magazine".   He's also a Contributing Editor to Keyboard World Magazine, and he continues to serve as a consultant on books and film projects regarding both Liberace and Frank Sinatra.For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/To learn more about Steve Garey, go to:https://www.stevegarey.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo1NG_K9BzWTHNcamlaSavw https://twitter.com/stevegarey#SteveGarey    #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...
Harvey Brownstone Interviews Patrika Darbo, Renowned Actress, Nancy Wesley of “Days of Our Lives”

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 70:33


Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Patrika Darbo, Renowned Actress, Nancy Wesley of “Days of Our Lives” About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, Patrika Darbo, is a multi-award winning actress, producer, director and author who is perhaps best remembered for her portrayal of the sexy, cunning and manipulatively domineering “Nancy Wesley” on the immensely popular daytime drama, “Days of Our Lives”, for which she won a Soap Opera Digest Award, as well as nominations for a Daytime Emmy Award and an Online Film and Television Association Award.    Her other major soap opera role was on “The Bold and the Beautiful”, in which she portrayed “Shirley Spectra”.  She won a Prime Time Emmy Award for her performance in “Acting Dead”, and she won an Indie Series Award AND a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for her work in “Studio City”.   She won another Indie Series Award for her performance in “Indoor Boys”.  She's received 6 more Indie Series Award nominations - 3 for her portrayal of “Mickey Walker” in “The Bay”, 2 nominations for her performance as “Dorothy Nolan” in “Ladies of the Lake” and “Ladies of the Lake: Return to Avalon”, and another nomination for her portrayal of “Dr. Freed” on “Miss Behave”, which she also produced and directed.   She's appeared in dozens of classic TV shows including “Diff'rent Strokes”, “St. Elsewhere”, “Step by Step”, “Seinfeld”, “Married With Children”, “The Big Bang Theory”, “Gilmore Girls”, “Desperate Housewives”, “Dexter” and many more.    And who can forget her portrayal of Roseanne Barr in the 1994 TV movie “Roseanne and Tom: Behind the Scenes”.  On the big screen, you've seen her in “Leaving Normal”, “In the Line of Fire”, “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil”, “Corrina Corrina”, “Speed 2: Cruise Control”, “Mr. & Mrs. Smith”, “Charlie Wilson's War”, and many more great films.  And yes, she provided the voice of one of the sheep in “Babe”.    And get this - our guest was named by TV Guide as one of the sexiest stars of 1999, and a few years later, she released an entertaining, insightful and inspirational memoir entitled, “365 Glorious Nights of Love and Romance”, in which she shares her life experiences, life lessons, and many tips for building confidence, a winning attitude, and a positive approach to life, so we can all be and feel beautiful and sexy.    And well beyond her stellar career as an actress and author, our guest has a long and distinguished history of community service.  She was on the Board of Governors of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, and she currently serves on the Performers Group Executive Committee.  She's on the Executive Board of the Thalians, established by my dear friend Ruta Lee and the late Debbie Reynolds, whose mission is devoted to helping the brave men and women of the American military heal the wounds of war, both physical and mental.  She's also worked for many years with the Elks, and she's renowned for her support of charities helping veterans, animals and children.    For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To learn more about Patrika Darbo, go to:https://www.facebook.com/PatrikaDarbo/https://www.instagram.com/darbopatrika/https://twitter.com/patrikadarbo #patrikadarbo   #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...
Harvey Brownstone Interviews Richard Karn, Al Borland from “Home Improvement”

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 54:38


Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Richard Karn, Al Borland from “Home Improvement” About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, Richard Karn, is a popular actor, producer and author who is perhaps best known for his portrayal of “Al Borland”, the master plumber, licensed contractor, best friend and co-host of Tim Allen's character “Tim Taylor” on the classic, long-running TV sitcom, “Home Improvement”.   He absolutely immortalized the phrase, “I don't think so, Tim”.    He also starred as “Arthur Piller” in “Control”, “Fred Peters' in “PEN 15”, and he also executive produced and co-starred with Tim Allen in 2 reality shows, “Assembly Required”, and “More Power”.   In addition to all of that, our guest was the host of two game shows: “Family Feud” and “Bingo America”.  He's also written 2 books:  House Broken: How I Remodeled My Home For Just Under Three Times the Original Bid”, and “Handy at Home: Tips on Improving Your Home From America's Favorite Handyman.”  And most recently, he is the executive producer and star of the brand new TV series, “Once a Mormon.” For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To learn more about Richard Karn, go to:https://www.instagram.com/officialrichardkarn/https://x.com/therichardkarn #RichardKarn   #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Brooklyn Magazine: The Podcast
The Brownstone Boys have some renovation tips for you

Brooklyn Magazine: The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 39:35


If you live in Brooklyn and have ever had a desire to renovate or restore your place — a total overhaul or a new kitchen, some shelving, maybe, or a rethinking of your lighting — chances are you've come across the Brownstone Boys online. Or if you live in Brooklyn and just have a kink for historic home restoration, you've probably followed the Brownstone Boys on Instagram or YouTube. The Brownstone Boys are Jordan Slocum and Barry Bordelon. They are a couple who live in Bed-Stuy and gained a following when they started blogging their own journey of restoring the house they bought in 2018. From there, a simple online diary of their progress morphed into a full-fledged online brand, and then an interior design and renovation firm, and TV appearances and, now, a book: ”For the Love of Renovating: Tips, Tricks and Inspiration for Creating your Dream Home.” Is out now.   Brooklyn news and views you can use: bkmag.com Email: hello@bkmag.com Follow along on Facebook: Brooklyn Magazine Twitter: @brooklynmag Instagram: @brooklynmagazine Follow Brian Braiker on Twitter: @slarkpope

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...
Harvey Brownstone Interviews Ed Begley Jr., Renowned Actor, Author & Environmentalist

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 50:41


Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Ed Begley Jr., Renowned Actor, Author & Environmentalist About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, Ed Begley Jr., is a renowned actor, producer, director, playwright, author and environmental advocate who's brought us many unforgettable performances in a stellar career that spans over 5 decades.   You've seen him in dozens of movies including “Battlestar Galactica”, “Goin' South”, “Cat People”, “Eating Raoul”, “The Accidental Tourist”, “She-Devil”, “Best In Show,”, “For Your Consideration”, “Whatever Works”, “Pineapple Express”, “Book Club”, and “A Mighty Wind”, for which he and his fellow cast members won a Florida Film Critics Circle Award, as well as nominations for a Phoenix Film Critics Society Award and a Gold Derby Award for Best Ensemble Cast.   On television, he is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Dr. Victor Ehrlich on the long-running hit series, “St. Elsewhere,” for which he received six Emmy Award nominations and a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.  He's also known for playing “Steve Fletcher” on “Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman”, “Gil Buckman” on “Parenthood”, “Dr. Jesse James” on “Kingdom Hospital”, “Hiram Gunderson” on “Six Feet Under”, “Stan Sitwell” on “Arrested Development”, “Dr. Grant Linkletter” on “Young Sheldon”, and “Clifford Main” on “Better Call Saul”, for which he and his fellow cast members received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble.   And he's starred in numerous highly acclaimed TV movies including “Elvis”, “In the Best Interest of the Child”, “World War 2: When Lions Roared”, “Incident at Deception Ridge”, “Georgia O'Keefe”, “Muhammad Ali's Greatest Fight”, and “Recount”.     Our guest is also extremely well known and highly respected for his advocacy and activism in raising public awareness about the need to save our planet, conserve our resources, protect the environment and live a sustainable, eco-friendly and green lifestyle.  He's written 3 books on that subject: “Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life”, “Living Green”, and “Ed Begley Jr.'s Guide to Sustainable Living”.  And together with his wife Rachelle and daughter Hayden, he created TWO reality TV series: “Living With Ed” and the multi-award winning show, “On Begley Street”.  And he and Rachelle also host a popular podcast called “Begleyesque”.   He also has a line of eco-friendly household cleaning products that we're going to hear about today.   And if all of that weren't enough, our guest has also written a fascinating and highly entertaining memoir entitled, “To the Temple of Tranquility:  And Step on It.”  And I should also acknowledge that, for 16 years, he served on the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To learn more about Ed Begley Jr., go to:https://begleysbest.com/https://www.facebook.com/Begleys-Besthttps://www.instagram.com/begleysbest/https://www.instagram.com/ed_begley_jr/https://x.com/edbegleyjrhttps://www.facebook.com/officialedbegleyjr/ #EdBegleyJr   #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...
Harvey Brownstone Interviews Felipe Rose, Original Member of “The Village People”

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 60:46


Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Felipe Rose, Original Member of “The Village People” About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, Felipe Rose, is an original member of one of the most phenomenally popular and beloved music groups of all time:  The Village People, who brought us many unforgettable hits we just couldn't stop singing and dancing to, including “YMCA”, “San Francisco”, “In the Navy”, “Macho Man”, “Go West”, “Everybody Is a Star in Hollywood”, “I Am What I Am”, and many more.   They had some of the biggest hits of the 70s, and of course, the Village People starred in the classic 1980 movie, “Can't Stop the Music”.  Our guest was dressed as an Indigenous American, along with his bandmates Alex Briley, the military man, David Hodo, the construction worker, Randy Jones, the cowboy, Glen Hughes, the leather man, and lead singer Victor Willis, who was sometimes a cop and sometimes a naval officer.   The Village People had enormous success, with 25 gold and platinum records, an American Music Award, 2 Billboard Music Awards, a George M. Cohan Entertainer of the Year Award, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.  And in 2020, the American Library of Congress inducted the song “YMCA” into the National Recording Registry, which preserves audio recordings considered to be "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant."   In addition to his work with the Village People, our guest has had a great solo music career, recording singles including “Trail of Tears”, "We're Still Here," “Red Hawk Woman”, "Going Back to My Roots," “Dance Again” - and now, his brand new single, “That's What You Are”.    This single, which was released on June 21, is now available on every major music streaming platform.  Our guest has won 5 Native American Music Awards and in 2008, he was inducted into the Native American Music Hall of Fame. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To learn more about Felipe Rose, go to:https://www.feliperose.com/https://www.facebook.com/FelipeRoseFanClubhttps://www.instagram.com/feliperoseofficial/https://twitter.com/FelipeRoseFanc1https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsFswLfPoVnj3U2IX9ijlAghttps://www.tiktok.com/@feliperoseofficial #FelipeRose    #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...
Harvey Brownstone Interviews Brenda Vaccaro, Legendary Stage, Screen and TV Star

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 59:35


Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Brenda Vaccaro, Legendary Stage, Screen and TV Star About Harvey's guest: Today's special guest, Brenda Vaccaro, guest is a legendary actress whose many unforgettable performances spanning over 6 decades on the stage, in the movies and on TV have brought her world wide acclaim.    She won a Theater World Award in 1962 for her Broadway debut in "Everybody Loves Opal".  She then received 3 Tony Award nominations for her performances on Broadway in "Cactus Flower," "How Now, Dow Jones," and "The Goodbye People."   She received a Golden Globe Award nomination in 1970 for Most Promising Female Newcomer for her very first movie role in “Where It's At”.  For her performance in “Midnight Cowboy”, she received Best Supporting Actress nominations for a Golden Globe Award AND a Laurel Award.   And a few years later, she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, and she WON a Golden Globe Award for her brilliant portrayal of “Linda” in “Once is not Enough”.  She earned a Saturn Award nomination for her work in “Capricorn One”.    And she's co-starred in many other great movies including “I Love My Wife”, “Going Home”, “The House By the Lake”, “Airport ‘77”, “The First Deadly Sin”, “Love Affair”, “The Mirror Has Two Faces”, “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” and one of my all-time favourite romantic comedies, “Boynton Beach Club”.   For her work on television, she won an Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actress in “The Shape of Things”.   And she received 3 more Emmy Award nominations for her work in “Sara”, “The Golden Girls” and the highly acclaimed mini-series, “You Don't Know Jack”, for which she also won a Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actress AND a nomination for an Online Film and Television Association Award.    Her television credits also include “Judgment: The Trial of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg”, “Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones”, “A Long Way Home”, “Paper Dolls”, “Gypsy”, and many more shows.   And of course, she's renowned for her voice work in “The Smurfs”, “The Critic” and “Johnny Bravo”.   In 1992, our guest was named the "Queen of Brooklyn" at the Welcome Back to Brooklyn Festival.  And in 2001 she received an Outstanding Achievement Award from the Los Angeles Italian Film Association. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To learn more about Brenda Vaccaro, go to:https://www.instagram.com/officialbrendavaccaro/  #BrendaVaccaro    #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Dr. Rhadi Ferguson Nice & Easy
Show It, Prove It: Demonstrating Commitment in Sports Inspired by Brownstone's "If You Love Me"

Dr. Rhadi Ferguson Nice & Easy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 3:21


http://www.EnhanceOrDestroy.com/ – In this podcast, Dr. Rhadi Ferguson delves into demonstrating commitment in sports, inspired by Brownstone's "If You Love Me." He explores the synergy of "showing it" through unseen hard work and "proving it" under competitive pressure, highlighting the relentless dedication required for athletic success. Enjoy the listening journey. Stay tuned and stay awesome!

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...
Harvey Brownstone Interviews Dean Butler, “Almanzo Wilder” from “Little House on the Prairie”

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 69:38


Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Dean Butler, Actor, Producer, Director, “Almanzo Wilder” from “Little House on the Prairie” About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, Dean Butler, is a beloved actor, producer and director who has been immortalized for his unforgettable portrayal of “Almanzo Wilder”, the innocent and pure-hearted young man who won “Laura's” heart and married her, on one of the most cherished and treasured television series ever made, “Little House on the Prairie”, which is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its debut in 1974.    Our guest also appeared in the 3 “Little House” movies, “Look Back to Yesterday”, “The Last Farewell”, and “Bless All the Dear Children”.  He also wrote, produced and directed the 2008 video, “Almanzo Wilder: Life Before Laura”.  And he produced and directed the 2015 video, “Little House on the Prairie: The Legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder”.   And in 2012 he co-produced the hugely popular PBS Music Special, “Pa's Fiddle: The Music of America”.  And yes, he and his co-star Melissa Gilbert have the singular distinction of having won the 2006 TV Land Award for the Most Memorable Onscreen Kiss, which warmed everyone's hearts, and still resonates in all of our memories.   But our guest has had a highly successful career that has gone well beyond his work on “Little House”.     He co-starred in the TV movie “Forever”, and the ground-breaking 1985 LGBTQ feature film, “Desert Hearts”.  And he's also remembered for his portrayal of “Moondoggie”, Gidget's husband, in the TV movie “Gidget's Summer Reunion”, which generated the TV series “The New Gidget”.  And he had a recurring role as Buffy's father “Hank Summers” in the hit TV show, “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”.    Our guest has also had a distinguished stage career, having appeared on Broadway in “Into the Woods”, which ran for 11 months, and he starred in “West Side Story” in a highly acclaimed tour of Japan.   And if all of that weren't enough, he's had a highly successful career as the producer of the immensely popular interview program, “FAIR-ER-TY”, which ran for 10 seasons on the NBC Golf Channel.   And now our guest is releasing his brand new memoir entitled “Prairie Man: My Little House Life and Beyond”.  This is an illuminating, intimate and poignant book in which our guest shares his personal journey of family, relationships, a diverse career, and the remarkable experience of being part of a legendary show which is so deeply entrenched in American pop culture.   For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To learn more about Dean Butler, go to:https://deanbutler.com/ https://www.instagram.com/officialdeanbutler/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009388560228 #DeanButler    #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Dr. Rhadi Ferguson Nice & Easy
The Sport Says, "If You Love Me, Then Show It": A Parallel with Brownstone's "If You Love Me"

Dr. Rhadi Ferguson Nice & Easy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 3:20


http://www.EnhanceOrDestroy.com/ – In this podcast, Dr. Rhadi Ferguson delves into the powerful message of proving your love through actions, drawing a compelling parallel between Brownstone's R&B ballad "If You Love Me" and the dedication athletes must show towards their sport. He explores how true commitment in sports, much like in relationships, requires relentless effort, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication. Enjoy the listening journey. Stay tuned and stay awesome!

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...
Harvey Brownstone Interviews Susan Seaforth Hayes, Legendary Actress, Julie from “Days of Our Lives”

Harvey Brownstone Interviews...

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 55:58


Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Susan Seaforth Hayes, Legendary Actress, Julie from “Days of Our Lives” About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, Susan Seaforth Hayes, is a highly popular and beloved actress who is, of course, best known for her longstanding portrayal of “Julie Williams” on the hugely successful daytime drama series, “Days of Our Lives”, for which she has received 6 Daytime Emmy Award nominations.  In fact, she is the only actor to have appeared on the show for ALL SEVEN DECADES that it has been on the air.   She is also well-known for her recurring role as “Joanna Manning” on “The Young and the Restless”, and as "District Attorney Patricia Steele" on “Sunset Beach”.  In addition, our guest has appeared in dozens of other TV shows including “The Loretta Young Show”, “Hawaiian Eye”, “The Young Marrieds”, “The FBI”, “Dragnet”, “Ironside”, “Matlock” and many more.    Our guest and her dear husband and co-star, the mega-talented and multi-award winning actor, the late, great Bill Hayes, whom we lost last January, were without question, television's greatest love story, appearing as Doug and Julie Williams on “Days of Our Lives” for over 50 years, which was definitely the longest running romance in television history.   They became the very first – and still remain the only - soap opera actors in the world to appear on the cover of Time Magazine in its January 12, 1976 issue.   And this superstar couple have written 2 best selling books – a novel entitled, “Trumpet”, and a memoir entitled, “Like Sands Through the Hourglass”, which is widely considered to be the best book ever written about daytime television.  They also hosted the wonderful website, SOAP OPERA SECRETS DOT COM.  And in 2018, the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences presented our guest and her husband Bill Hayes with Lifetime Achievement Awards at the 45th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To learn more about Susan Seaforth Hayes, go to:https://twitter.com/DaysHayeshttps://www.soapoperasecrets.com #SusanSeaforthHayes    #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Business of Home Podcast
From historic renovations to TikTok, The Brownstone Boys do it all

Business of Home Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 52:04


Together, Jordan Slocum and Barry Bordelon—better known as The Brownstone Boys—have a unique hybrid business: a busy renovation firm that tackles historic restorations in New York City, and a fast-growing media presence that includes brand deals, TV appearances, and now, a new book. On this episode of the podcast, they speak with host Dennis Scully about playing “good cop, bad cop” on the job site, what Sesame Street has to do with brownstone renovations, and why they're determined to keep going as both influencers and renovators.This episode is sponsored by LoloiLINKSThe Brownstone BoysDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

The Direct Care Derm
Del Rosso, Lebwohl, Armstrong, and... Brownstone? | Nick Brownstone, MD

The Direct Care Derm

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 42:29


Episode 024 | Dr. Nicholas D. Brownstone received a BA degree in Psychology from Cornell University and attended medical school at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson. He trained for over 3 years as a resident in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery before switching to a career in Dermatology. Dr. Brownstone completed a fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco Department of Dermatology in Psoriasis, Phototherapy and Clinical Research and a fellowship in melanoma at the National Society for Cutaneous Medicine/Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine. He is currently a Dermatology resident at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and, among other collaborations with dermsquared, hosts Cutaneous Miscellaneous, a fantastic podcast geared towards dermatology residents.In this episode:

TODAY
8a: General Motors CEO on Future of Electric Cars | Celebrating 30 years on the Plaza | The “Brownstone Boys” on Restoring Homes in Brooklyn

TODAY

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 38:48


An NBC News exclusive interview with General Motors CEO Mary Barra on the future of electric vehicles. Also, the TODAY anchors celebrate 30 years on the plaza and reminisce about some of their favorite moments over the last three decades. Plus, Jenna Bush Hager heads to Brooklyn, N.Y. to meet up with superstar renovators the “Brownstone Boys.” And, some can't-miss summer items to shop, up to 85% off.   

Home Therapy with Anita Yokota
For the Love of Renovating: Adding Old World Charm with The Brownstone Boys

Home Therapy with Anita Yokota

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 26:13


Join Anita on this inspiring episode of "Home Therapy" as we welcome the dynamic duo, The Brownstone Boys! Dive deep into the world of home renovation and design with Barry and Jordan as they share their journey from casual design enthusiasts to renowned experts. We'll explore their current projects, creative processes, and the transformative power of a well-designed home. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek into their upcoming book, "For the Love of Renovating," and learn how you can bring historical charm into your modern home.Whether you're an experienced renovator or just starting your design journey, this episode is packed with valuable insights, heartwarming stories, and practical advice. Tune in and get ready to invigorate your home and spirit with The Brownstone Boys!And don't forget to order their book, available June 4th!Links & Resources:Order their new book For the Love of Renovating Follow The Brownstone Boys on Instagram and Tik Tok Find out more about The Brownstone Boys WebsiteLet's connect!•Home Therapy Book: Get a copy!•Website: Explore•Instagram: Follow•YouTube: Subscribe

Style Matters
Renovate or Move? A Pep Talk with The Brownstone Boys

Style Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 51:07


In this episode of the Slow Style Home Podcast, I chat with Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum, also known as the Brownstone Boys, about their journey from renovating their first historic Brooklyn brownstone to helping others do the same. They share insights from their new book, 'For the Love of Renovating,' and offer practical advice on whether to renovate or move, making the best renovation decisions, and integrating modern elements into historic homes. We also discuss common renovation mistakes, budget planning, and the value of timeless design. Whether you're a first-time renovator or a seasoned DIYer, this episode is packed with valuable tips and inspiration for creating your dream home.www.slowstylehome.com/episodes/brownstone-boys The Style Matters podcast is now Slow Style Home! Click here for the latest episode.

ACross Generations with Tiffany Cross
What's the State of R&B and Where Is It Going with Nicci Gilbert-Daniels and SiMaya

ACross Generations with Tiffany Cross

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 58:58 Transcription Available


What's that one R&B song that can transport you through time and take you back to a key moment or phase of your life? Amazing how music can have that impact. Join me, your host Tiffany Cross, for a nostalgic journey through the rhythms and grooves of R&B music and its enduring impact on our lives. As we reminisce about the classics that shaped our personal narratives, we contrast the generations to the backdrop of soulful tunes from the icon Stevie Wonder to the groundbreaking anthems of Destiny's Child to present day artists like H.E.R. Listen in as I share my intimate stories of growing up with these melodies, reflecting on how the different eras' music has accompanied me through life's milestones. Journey with us as we discuss the twists and turns of the music industry's evolution, from the inspiration of neo-soul to the enigma of streaming revenues. Our conversation will bring to light the tough choices artists face between signing with record labels or staying independent, navigating venues and award shows, and the precarious trappings of celebrity life. Special guests, Brownstone lead singer Nicci Gilbert-Daniels and up and coming singer SiMaya, join us to share their experiences and insights. They give us an honest and intimate behind-the-scenes look at the music industry's dynamics and how we, as listeners, can support the genuine artists who still craft music with soul and substance. Did you know there's a list of dangerous people to work with that's circulating among some artists in the industry? We discuss as it's not all harmonies and high notes.  Tune in as we delve into the darker chords that resonate within the industry addressing serious issues like predatory behavior examining the recent convictions and accusations that have rocked the music world. With personal anecdotes and reflections, we explore how an enabling culture has allowed such behavior to persist and the steps we're taking to change the narrative for future generations. So whether you're a die-hard R&B fan or simply interested in the interplay of music and society, this episode is a heartfelt symphony of dialogue that's not to be missed.   RATE, REVIEW, AND FOLLOW ON APPLE PODCAST ‌

True Tales From Old Houses
130: The Brownstone Boys + Public Art & Painted Brick

True Tales From Old Houses

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 60:17


True Tales From Old Houses is back! Season Eleven is off to a good start with a fresh, new logo and an episode packed with old-house fun.  This week, Stacy and Daniel answer a listener's question about public art and painted brick. Are public murals a good idea? How are neighborhoods affected? Is painting a giant orange wizard on a building ever a good idea? Daniel has big feelings about all of it.  Then, Stacy and Daniel welcome Barry + Jordan, better known as The Brownstone Boys. This Brooklyn-based renovation duo quickly fell in love with Brownstones and each other. Their work combines the love of preservation and restoration with functional, modern touches. Since 2018, they have been featured in magazines such as Dwell, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful. They have also been the focus of two TV shows for the Magnolia Network, The Point of View and In With the Old.  Mentioned in this Episode: Travel to England with Stacy and Holiday Vacations from September 7th to 17, 2024. Discover royal history, magnificent palaces, and England's beautiful countryside—book by May 18th. Sign up for the Wood Window Workshop Weekend Retreat at Silver Lake: July 19-21 or July 26-28. (New, lower prices!) Mineral Silicate Paint - history and information Follow the Brownstone Boys on Instagram. Pre-order Barry and Jordan's book, For the Love of Renovating. Enter to win a signed copy of For the Love of Renovating. WE LOVE OUR SPONSORS The Window Course from Scott Sidler of The Craftsman Blog - For 10% off The Window Course, use the coupon code truetales. Sutherland Welles - Maker of exceptional polymerized tung oil finishes since 1965. To save 10% on your first order, use the coupon code truetales. Abatron - Manufacturer of WoodEpox and LiquidWood, perfect for wood rot repair. Use the coupon code true2024 to save 10% off your order from Abatron.com. Noonan Heritage Craftworks - Learn how Noonan Heritage Craftworks can help you with your exterior project using traditional materials. Schedule a phone call, video conference, or email consultation with Joseph Parente today.    

Side Hustle Pro
401: This NYC Native Runs a Luxury Fragrance Boutique Out Of Her Harlem Brownstone

Side Hustle Pro

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 56:22


This week in the guest chair we have ​Kimberly Waters, founder of Modern Urban Sensory Experiences, or MUSE​, a luxury boutique fragrance house based in Harlem, NY. When Kimberly realized her role in corporate America was not providing her room to grow into her potential, she launched MUSE out of the parlor floor of a friend's brownstone on Convent Ave in Harlem and has been growing ever since.​Why tapping into her community of mentors and entrepreneurs was the right direction How she has self-funded her business since 2017 with no outside capital How she has partnered with hard-to-find global brands, become a sought-after destination for emerging brandsHighlights Include: 00:00 Intro04:19 Gathering expertise in fragrance09:50 Challenges in corporate America13:46 Small-scale beginnings22:46 Self-financing her side hustle 28:03 The unique customer experience 35:26 Revenue streams39:18 Target audience and marketing 51:13 Tips for entrepreneurs Check out episode 401 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeThis episode is brought to you by: ShopifyGo to shopify.com/hustlepro for a free fourteen-day trial and get full access to Shopify's entire suite of features.Links mentioned in this episodeKimberly's Website: https://www.museexperiences.com/ Kimberly's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muse_experiences/ By Killian: https://www.bykilian.com/ Myleik Teele's SHP Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtJgMJXpUPY Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you're looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebookGuest Social Media InfoKimberly's Website: https://www.museexperiences.com/ Kimberly's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muse_experiences/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Shannon Joy Show

Jeffrey Tucker's piece 'The CDC Intervened in Voting Protocols' at Brownstone.org with an important history of what went down and a warning about the upcoming electoral contest. Mail in voting and bureaucratic interventions continue to present serious problems for election integrity and stability.https://brownstone.org/articles/the-cdc-intervened-in-voting-protocols/ALSO:*WHO gears up for a new, even more disastrous pandemic preparedness treaty.*Cancer surge continues threatening the health of billions - can Ivermectin help?For TOTAL phone security and privacy check out our NEW sponsors at Connecta Mobil!Visit them TODAY at www.Phone123.com/Joy Or talk to a real person by calling: 941-246-215 Support the showPlease support our AMAZING Sponsors: To shop for emergency medical and Ivermectin kits please go to https://www.twc.health/pages/shannonjoy-prepkitAnd make sure you use the SHANNONJOY promo code for an additional 10% off. https://qpgoatsoap.com/ USE PROMOCODE "JOY"Shell Shock CBD www.shellshockcbd.com Promo Code SHANNONJOY for 10% off