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Pro player and YouTuber Karue Sell is back on the podcast to talk about his latest adventures on the Challenger Tour and coming back from his recent injury. We also get into his racquet change and the YouTuber life. Karue is, as always, entertaining and refreshingly straightforward. If you are not already subscribed, you can check out his YouTube channel here.

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Racing Beyond Limits: A Skier's Journey to Follow His Heart Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2025-04-26-22-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: На врховима Копаоника, сунце се прелива преко снегом покривених стаза, а млади скијаши уживају у узбуђењу које пружа брзина.En: On the peaks of Kopaonik, the sun spills over the snow-covered slopes, and young skiers revel in the thrill provided by speed.Sr: Милан стоји на почетку стазе, савршено спреман да осети ветар у коси и заборави на све обавезе које га чекају код куће.En: Milan stands at the top of the slope, perfectly ready to feel the wind in his hair and forget about all the responsibilities awaiting him at home.Sr: Његова сестра, Јелена, посматра скијаше са стране и држи телефон у руци, спремна да му пошаље поруку у случају да се нешто деси.En: His sister, Jelena, watches the skiers from the side and holds her phone in hand, ready to send him a message if something happens.Sr: Милан је пожелео да бар један викенд проведе на овом предивном месту, јер га чекају завршни испити који ће одредити његову будућност.En: Milan wished to spend at least one weekend at this beautiful place, as final exams that would determine his future awaited him.Sr: Његови родитељи желе да студира медицину, али Миланово срце припада скијању.En: His parents want him to study medicine, but Milan's heart belongs to skiing.Sr: Његова сестра зна колико му је важно да се ослободи притиска и зато му је предложила да тајно оде на такмичење.En: His sister knows how important it is for him to release the pressure, and that's why she suggested he secretly go to the competition.Sr: Рекла је родитељима да Милан учи са пријатељима.En: She told their parents that Milan was studying with friends.Sr: Када је Милан започео такмичење, сви његови проблеми исчезли су у једноставним задовољствима клизања низ стазу.En: When Milan started the competition, all his problems vanished into the simple joys of sliding down the slope.Sr: Свака секунда коју је провео на скијама оснаживала га је и давала му осећај слободе.En: Every second he spent on the skis energized him and gave him a sense of freedom.Sr: Али у тренутку када се спустио последњом стазом и завршио трку најбољим личним временом, његов телефон је вибрирао.En: But the moment he descended the last slope and finished the race with his best time ever, his phone vibrated.Sr: Порука је била од Јелене.En: The message was from Jelena.Sr: Родитељи су открили где је.En: Their parents had discovered where he was.Sr: Милан је знао да ће морати да се суочи са страховима када се врати кући.En: Milan knew he would have to face his fears when he returned home.Sr: Али овај викенд му је показао што је заиста важно.En: But this weekend showed him what truly matters.Sr: Храбро је одлучио да објасни родитељима своју страст према скијању и како би желео да покуша да комбинује своје снове и образовање.En: Bravely, he decided to explain to his parents his passion for skiing and how he would like to try to combine his dreams and education.Sr: Кад су се вратили кући, Милан је стао пред родитеље.En: When they returned home, Milan stood in front of his parents.Sr: Срце му је лупало брзо док је говорио о својим истинским жељама.En: His heart was pounding as he spoke about his true desires.Sr: Његови родитељи су били изненађени, али видели су одлучност у његовим очима.En: His parents were surprised, but they saw determination in his eyes.Sr: Уместо да га осуде, обећали су му подршку у сваком његовом избору ако настави да се труди у школи.En: Instead of judging him, they promised him support in every choice he made if he continued to strive in school.Sr: Јелена је била поносна на брата и срећна што је помогла да оствари своју срећу.En: Jelena was proud of her brother and happy that she helped him find his happiness.Sr: Овај викенд на Копаонику није само донео Милану најбоље време у трци, већ и храброст да следи своје срце, а Јелени важну лекцију о значају подршке и разумевања.En: This weekend at Kopaonik not only gave Milan his best racing time but also the courage to follow his heart, and gave Jelena an important lesson on the significance of support and understanding.Sr: Са новим самопоуздањем, Милан је знао да ће његов живот бити испуњен како образовањем тако и скијањем.En: With newfound confidence, Milan knew that his life would be filled with both education and skiing. Vocabulary Words:peaks: врховиthrill: узбуђењеrevel: уживатиawaited: чекали суresponsibilities: обавезеslopes: стазеsecretly: тајноvanished: исчезли суenergized: оснаживалаdetermination: одлучностpromised: обећали суsignificance: значајbravely: храброpounding: лупалоdesires: жељеlesson: лекцијуfreedom: слободаcompetition: такмичењеexplain: објасниfuture: будућностslide: клизањеcombination: комбиновањеstrive: труди сеsupport: подршкаcourage: храбростpressure: притисакjudging: осуђиватиrelease: ослободиfilled: испуњенawaiting: чекајући

MUSICIAN TRAVIS (B) KNIGHT | Ep 175

The story of a young musician chasing his dreams during turbulent times. After losing his girlfriend, his band, and his best friend, he has to decide whether success is worth the cost. Purchase a copy of Peter McDade's King Cal Listen To The King Cal soundtrack Visit Peter McDade's website---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

With Georgie still away crushing it on The Amazing Race, Abbey is joined by Aussie basketball star Bec Allen — and it's a chat that goes far beyond the court. Now in her 10th year in the WNBA, Bec reflects on her incredible career, from debuting in the WNBL at 16 to playing across New York, Connecticut, Phoenix, and now Chicago Sky. Instagram This episode is bought to you by Harvey Norman. It’s time to upgrade your TV and appliances for footy season! Ask a specially trained Harvey Norman staff member for advice. Go Harvey Norman! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back On the Clock on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Ben Solak from ESPN joins Robert Mays to make picks 13 through 18 in the 2025 NFL Draft. That covers first-round picks for the Dolphins, Colts, Falcons, Cardinals, Bengals and Seahawks. The Dolphins and Bengals get some offensive line help! The Falcons take another swing at ending the John Abraham bit! The Seahawks bring in another receiver for Sam Darnold! Come and join the draft fun. Host: Robert Mays Co-Host: Derrik Klassen With: Ben Solak Executive Producer: Michael Beller Producer: Michael Beller Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Follow Robert on Bluesky: @robertmays.bsky.social Follow Derrik on Bluesky: @qbklass.bsky.social Follow Ben on Bluesky: @benjaminsolak.bsky.social Follow Robert on X: @robertmays Follow Derrik on X: @QBKlass Follow Ben on X: @BenjaminSolak Theme song: Haunted Written by Dylan Slocum, Trevor Dietrich, Ruben Duarte, Kyle McAulay, and Meredith VanWoert / Performed by Spanish Love Songs Courtesy of Pure Noise / By arrangement with Bank Robber Music, LLC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, CJ Rodriguez and Ryan Christensen delve into the concept of peak mental performance, exploring how internal friction and resistance can hinder personal growth. Ryan emphasizes the importance of understanding emotions as signals rather than pain, advocating for self-acceptance and the necessity of seeking help when needed. The conversation highlights the journey of reframing negative feelings into constructive questions, ultimately leading to a more empowered and inevitable path to success. In this conversation, Ryan Christensen shares his journey of overcoming personal struggles and discovering the principles of self-acceptance and success. He discusses the importance of understanding the price of success, the role of hypnosis and psychedelics in personal growth, and the significance of identifying and changing emotional patterns. Ryan emphasizes that true fulfillment comes from within and that individuals must learn to navigate their emotions and desires without the need for external validation. His insights culminate in the introduction of his book, which serves as a guide to achieving self-acceptance and living authentically.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Peak Mental Performance05:59 Identifying and Overcoming Self-Sabotage12:01 The Importance of Seeking Help17:58 The Path to Self-Acceptance and Value24:03 The Price of Success29:58 The Role of Hypnosis and Psychedelics37:46 Chasing Dreams vs. Proving WorthEMAIL CJ: mhs.pcasts@gmail.comSupport the Show Click a Link BelowBelow

Join Sara Evans in this exciting episode of Diving In Deep as she sits down with country music star, Lauren Alaina! In this heartfelt conversation, Sara and Lauren discuss the joys and surprises of pregnancy, with Lauren sharing her due date and the exciting news that she's having a girl! They dive into their experiences on Dancing With The Stars, the challenges of balancing motherhood with a busy career, and the importance of enjoying every moment of this incredible journey.Sara offers valuable advice from her own experiences as a mom, and the two bond over their shared backgrounds and love for music. They also reminisce about their early days in the industry, including her time on American Idol and the pressures of being a working mom in the spotlight.Don't miss this candid and uplifting episode filled with laughter, wisdom, and a few surprises along the way! If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share! Leave a comment below to let us know your thoughts!Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke).About Lauren Alaina:Grand Ole Opry member and Big Loud Records powerhouse Lauren Alaina is unveiling a new musical chapter with the release of “Those Kind Of Women” and “Household,” out now. Signaling more new music on the horizon, the releases are the first taste of new music since her six-song 2023 EP Unlocked. Alaina has earned three chart-topping hits: RIAA Platinum-certified “Road Less Traveled,” Diamond “What Ifs” with her childhood friend Kane Brown, and 3X Platinum “ONE BEER” with labelmate HARDY + Devin Dawson. The Georgia-born force, who American Songwriter notes is “on a seemingly limitless upward trajectory,” has shared the stage with Alan Jackson, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Martina McBride, and more. This year, she joins the much-anticipated Rascal Flatts Life Is A Highway Tour. The vocalist has performed on some of the highest-profile stages in the world including PBS' A Capitol Fourth, Dancing with the Stars, American Idol, CBS' Beyond The Edge, ABC's The Bachelorette, TODAY, Good Morning America, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, ABC's CMA Fest specials, CMA and ACM Awards, Nickelodeon's All That, Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Day halftime performance, MLB's World Series national anthem performance, a performance at the White House for President Obama, and more.LET'S BE SOCIAL:Follow Lauren Alaina:Instagram – (@laurenalaina)Tiktok – (@laurenalaina)Twitter/X – (@Lauren_Alaina)Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/LaurenAlaina)Website – https://www.laurenalainaofficial.comFollow Diving in Deep Podcast:Instagram –(@divingindeeppod)TikTok – (@divingindeeppod)Twitter – (@divingindeeppod)Facebook – (@divingindeeppod)Follow Sara Evans:Instagram – (@saraevansmusic)TikTok – (@saraevansmusic)Twitter – (@saraevansmusic)Facebook – (@saraevansmusic)Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN)YouTube – (‪@TheCastCollective‬)Instagram – (@TheCastCollective)Twitter – (@TheCastCollective)Directed by: Erin DuganEdited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolphhttps://www.thecastcollective.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, we bring you an inspiring story of resilience, talent, and the relentless pursuit of a dream. Our guest, Kim Le Court Pienaar, is a rising star in the Women's World Tour, proving that it's never too late to chase greatness.Turning pro at 27—an age when many riders have already made their mark—Kim wasted no time in doing the same. In her debut season, she secured a stage win at the Giro d'Italia Women, raced in two Grand Tours, and represented her country at the Paris Olympics. She also took on the toughest one-day Classic races and stunning the cycling world with a top-10 finish at Paris-Roubaix—less than four months after signing with AG Insurance–Soudal.In this episode, we dive into Kim's remarkable journey—from mountain biking in Mauritius to competing on Europe's most unforgiving roads. Kim shares her firsthand experience of the Tour of Flanders, the energy of De Ronde, and what it's really like to race the Monuments.Let's dive in!CHAPTERS00:00 Journey to Professional Cycling03:33 Overcoming Injuries and Challenges12:15 Transitioning from Mountain Biking to Road Racing18:21 Aspirations and Future Goals20:50 Experiencing the Classics and Learning Curve26:28 Transitioning to Team Dynamics34:07 Olympic Aspirations and National Pride39:51 Discovering Mauritius: A Hidden Gem45:25 Cultural Ties: Food and Family51:41 Reflections and Future Goals– GUEST –Kimberley (Le Court) Pienaar is a Mauritian cyclist riding for AG Insurance-Soudal. Born in 1996, Kim has won most of the top ultra MTB events she has competed in and has placed in the top 10 in most UCI events, showcasing her versatility across disciplines. She is known for her strong climbing ability and endurance.CONNECTwww.instagram.com/kimlecourtwww.instagram.com/aginsurancesoudal– HOST –Søren Jensen, Global Marketing Manager at Castelli, has worked for this iconic brand since 2006. He usually rides backroads and dirt trails, testing new gear in the Italian Dolomites. If you can't find him there, check the Castelli Headquarters in Fonzaso.CONNECT ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjensen77/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are a week late, but nonetheless we are here with another episode! With the lackluster Dream Chasers promo coming to an end, we get excited for all things Immortals, TOTS and Teen Mom.Sit back, relax and enjoy - this is Nothin' But a FUT Thing

Join hosts Carter and Cole this week as they welcome Nick and Jalen from NJ Hunting. Hailing from North Dakota, these two good old boys share their journey from childhood hunts to building a raw, authentic YouTube channel. Dive into their stories of bow hunting, western adventures, and the passion behind their unfiltered approach to big game hunting. From their first filmed deer in 2012 to passing up trophy bucks, this episode is packed with real hunting experiences and camaraderie.NJ Hunting@nj.hunting on Instagram@NJHunting on YoutubeAs always, we appreciate the hell out of you guys. See you next week!Give us a follow on YouTube @huntlifteatofficial and be sure to subscribe so that you do not miss an episode!Please drop a follow on IG @thehuntlifteatpodcast and @huntlifteatofficialDrop us rating and review on Apple & Spotify!

Have you ever struggled with the feeling that your life is driven by people and forces beyond your control? When I read the stories of Jacob, Leah, and Rachel—I imagine they must have felt that same way. This weekend we want to remember significant truths to help us remain centered even when we feel life spinning beyond our control.Support the show

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann interviews the lead singer of Black Lab, Paul Durham, about his humble journey to becoming a professional musician, his experiences overcoming challenges in his career, and his work on the Spider-Man soundtrack. Website- https://www.blacklabworld.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/paulblacklab/?hl=en Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/blacklabband/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the podcast, leave a review at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/root…ty/id1466338710 Follow Roots of Reality on Social Media: Facebook- facebook.com/RootsofReality Twitter- twitter.com/_RootsofReality Instagram- instagram.com/rootsofreality/?hl=en YouTube- youtube.com/channel/UCvmG6sKFW9…isable_polymer=true (Views and memories stated by guests in interviews do not represent Roots of Reality)

Welcome back FairDinkum fam! This week we have got a highly recommended guest for some time now, but alhamdulilah he's made the time to sit with us the couch to tell his story, Mr Taofiq Olo! In this episode, Part 1 of 2, we spoke about his early days of playing football (soccer), building and hustling in high school with his bros to going through the ranks of English Premier League youth systems and the test and challenges that came with it. One of our personal favourite storytelling episodes and guaranteed you guys will love this!   Let us know of your thoughts in the comments!   Follow Taofiq on his journey at: TikTok: @tao97_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taofiqolo/   Follow us on our socials at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairdinkumau/?hl=en TikTok: @fairdinkumau   For the visual lovers out there: YouTube: https://youtu.be/jf5WfaxaBlI   Hope you guys enjoy!     0:00 Intro 0:44 Preview Clip 2:05 “Aussies Don't Realise How Nice Life Is Here!” 7:55 “London is a Melting Pot of Opportunities, But It's Not Easy” 22:05 Tall Puppy Syndrome in Australia is WILD! 25:30 “Australia is 5-10 Years Behind with Everything” 17:56 The High School Tournament That Took Taofiq to Premier League Football! 23:20 Hustling, Making Deals, Selling Candy in High School 29:20 Released at 16: “Going Back to School Hurt Me” 33:50 “If Nike Academy Don't Sign Me Now, I'm Done with Football” 38:00 I Got Put Straight into Nottingham Forest First Team! 45:10 Nike Academy Changed My Life! 50:50 Burnley Lifeline 54:43 Living Away From Home, Setting High Standards 58:35 “Wear Your Burnley Top to Your Driving Test and You'll Pass!” 1:01:50 Football Is The WORST Business In The World! 1:07:00 Things Went DARK: “I Didn't Suffer To Come To The UK For You To Be Like This!” 1:09:03 Everyone's On Their Own Journey To Islam, Even If You're Born Muslim 1:13:02 “I Proper Felt Like a Wasteman, I Felt Like I Let Everyone Down”

What great dream do you have in life? You don't have to set a record in reaching it, but never give up on your dream. Ask God to help you accomplish it.

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Saying Goodbye: A Sister's Leap Toward New Horizons Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-03-11-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 北京首都国际机场总是那么繁忙。En: Beijing Capital International Airport is always so busy.Zh: 人群匆匆忙忙，广播不断地播报着各航班的信息。En: The crowd is bustling, and the announcements continuously broadcast information about various flights.Zh: 门外，春天的樱花正在悄然绽放。En: Outside, the spring cherry blossoms are quietly blooming.Zh: 明宇站在出发口，他心里有些沉重。En: Mingyu stands at the departure gate, with a heavy heart.Zh: "嘉怡，行李都准备好了吗？" 明宇关切地问。En: "Jiayi, is all your luggage ready?" Mingyu asked with concern.Zh: 他是嘉怡的哥哥，一向把她照顾得无微不至。En: He is Jiayi's older brother and has always taken care of her meticulously.Zh: 嘉怡的手握紧了行李箱的把手，她微微点头，却没能掩饰内心的焦虑。En: Jiayi gripped the handle of her suitcase tightly and nodded slightly, unable to hide her inner anxiety.Zh: “准备好了。但我还是有些紧张，明宇哥。”En: "I'm ready, but I'm still a bit nervous, Mingyu ge."Zh: “不要怕。你一定可以。你的选择是对的。”En: "Don't be afraid. You can definitely do it. Your choice is the right one."Zh: 明宇说这些话时，感觉到责任的重量。En: Mingyu felt the weight of responsibility as he said these words.Zh: 他知道，作为哥哥，必须鼓励她，而不是给她增加负担。En: He knew that as an older brother, he had to encourage her instead of adding to her burden.Zh: 嘉怡低下头，声音里有些歉意。En: Jiayi lowered her head, her voice tinged with apology.Zh: “我怕家人会失望。我怕他们觉得我离开不好。”En: "I'm afraid the family will be disappointed. I'm afraid they'll think it's not good for me to leave."Zh: 明宇伸出手，轻轻拍了拍嘉怡的肩膀。En: Mingyu extended his hand and gently patted Jiayi's shoulder.Zh: “嘉怡，家人都很支持你。去追求你的梦想，我们都会为你感到自豪。”En: "Jiayi, the family is very supportive of you. Go pursue your dreams, and we'll all be proud of you."Zh: 嘉怡看着明宇，眼里有感激。En: Jiayi looked at Mingyu, gratitude in her eyes.Zh: “谢谢你，哥哥。我能勇敢出发，是因为有你在。”En: "Thank you, brother. I can set off bravely because you're here."Zh: 终于，到了登机的时刻。En: Finally, it was time to board.Zh: 明宇深吸一口气，嘱咐道：“在国外要照顾好自己，记得常联系。相信自己，我们都会在这里支持你。”En: Mingyu took a deep breath and advised, "Take good care of yourself abroad, remember to keep in touch often. Believe in yourself; we will all be here to support you."Zh: 嘉怡重重地点了点头，透过登机口，她挥手告别。En: Jiayi nodded heavily, waving goodbye through the boarding gate.Zh: 那一刻，嘉怡满脸自信，她知道自己可以做到。En: At that moment, her face was full of confidence, knowing she could do it.Zh: 明宇看着妹妹的身影渐渐消失，他心中感到一丝宽慰。En: Mingyu watched his sister's figure gradually disappear, feeling a sense of relief in his heart.Zh: 机场依旧繁忙，但明宇心里却有了宁静。En: The airport remained busy, but Mingyu felt a sense of peace.Zh: 他知道自己的角色已然转变，从保护者到支持者。En: He knew his role had changed, from protector to supporter.Zh: 无论多远，家就是她永远的港湾。En: No matter how far away, home would always be her harbor.Zh: 嘉怡也在起飞的旅途中，带着哥哥的叮咛，迎接新的冒险。En: Jiayi was also on her journey, carrying her brother's words, ready to embrace new adventures.Zh: 春天的樱花，在这时仿佛开得更加绚烂。En: The spring cherry blossoms seemed to bloom even more brilliantly at this time. Vocabulary Words:bustling: 匆匆忙忙broadcast: 播报cherry blossoms: 樱花departure gate: 出发口anxiety: 焦虑apology: 歉意pursue: 追求gratitude: 感激confident: 自信harbor: 港湾meticulously: 无微不至burden: 负担encourage: 鼓励supportive: 支持figure: 身影relief: 宽慰brilliantly: 绚烂embrace: 迎接adventures: 冒险broadcast information: 播报信息anxiety: 焦虑lowered: 低下board: 登机departure: 出发supporter: 支持者responsibility: 责任inner: 内心abroad: 国外gradually: 渐渐quietly: 悄然

In Loca, best friends Sal and Charo navigate life, love, and migration in 1990s New York. Author Alejandro Heredia discusses his debut novel, exploring identity, friendship, and the complexities of growing up in a new city.

Immerse yourself in a deeply engaging conversation with Payam Banifaz, an Iranian-American actor and comedian who has captured the hearts of many through his humorous portrayal of cultural experiences. Payam shares pivotal moments from his journey. With a refreshing perspective on the immigrant narrative, he discusses how laughter became a tool to bridge cultural gaps and foster connections.Payam's viral videos depicting the quirky yet relatable dynamics of Iranian dads highlight not only the humor but also the tenderness underlying familial bonds. He dives into the cultural nuances that shape his comedic lens, revealing how he uses comedy to explore shared experiences of struggle and adaptation in a new country.His story goes beyond comedy, reflecting a broader narrative of resilience within the Iranian-American community, where many have successfully integrated their rich cultural heritage into their new lives. Payam speaks candidly about the expectations faced by first-generation immigrants and how he transitioned from traditional career paths into the arts—a field that has historically been met with skepticism from families. Throughout the episode, Payam outlines the challenges of the entertainment industry while emphasizing the importance of pursuing passions that resonate deeply with one's identity. His journey is an inspiring testament to the immigrant Iranian spirit and the belief that challenges can be transformed into opportunities. 

Named one of CMT's "Next Women in Country," MaRynn Taylor has been pursuing her love of music since she was little. Moving from Michigan to Nashville, the up-and-coming country singer has sung her way to the top, getting noticed by all the right people. Now, opening up for country star, Kelsea Ballerini, MaRynn is sharing her path to stardom, tour life and chasing her country dreams.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Chasing Dreams and Finding Love on Holmenkollen Slopes Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-02-21-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Eirik kjente den kalde, friske vinterluften fylle lungene sine mens han sto på toppen av Holmenkollen.En: Eirik felt the cold, fresh winter air fill his lungs as he stood at the top of Holmenkollen.No: Nedover bakken ventet det spor han skulle mestre.En: Down the slope, the tracks awaited him to master them.No: Han så ut over dalen der høye furutrær dekket med snø strakte seg mot himmelen, som om de heiet ham frem.En: He looked over the valley where tall pine trees covered with snow reached toward the sky, as if they were cheering him on.No: Solveig sto ved siden av ham, pakket inn i en varm jakke.En: Solveig stood next to him, wrapped in a warm jacket.No: "Eirik, jeg håper du vet hvor mye jeg støtter deg i dette," sa hun forsiktig.En: "Eirik, I hope you know how much I support you in this," she said gently.No: Hun håpet de kunne tilbringe mer tid sammen, men hun visste hvor viktig denne konkurransen var for ham.En: She hoped they could spend more time together, but she knew how important this competition was for him.No: Magnus, Eiriks beste venn, varmet opp litt lenger borte.En: Magnus, Eirik's best friend, was warming up a little further away.No: Han hadde alltid vært i Eiriks skygge, men denne gangen ønsket han å skinne selv.En: He had always been in Eirik's shadow, but this time he wanted to shine himself.No: Han hadde en teknikk han hadde jobbet med, men spurte seg selv om han skulle dele den med Eirik.En: He had a technique he had been working on, but he asked himself whether he should share it with Eirik.No: Kanskje denne gangen var det hans tur til å stå øverst på pallen.En: Maybe this time it was his turn to stand at the top of the podium.No: Treningsdagene var harde.En: The training days were hard.No: Vinteren viste seg fra sin brutale side med harde vindkast og bitende kulde.En: Winter showed its brutal side with strong gusts of wind and biting cold.No: Eirik kjempet mot naturkreftene, men merket hvordan det sakte tappet ham for energi.En: Eirik fought against the forces of nature but noticed how it slowly drained him of energy.No: Solveig så bekymret på ham, men sa lite.En: Solveig watched him with concern, but said little.No: Hun ønsket å være den støttende partneren han trengte, men innerst inne lengtet hun etter mer enn bare en plass ved sidelinjen.En: She wanted to be the supportive partner he needed, but deep down, she longed for more than just a place on the sidelines.No: Konkurransens dag kom raskt.En: The day of the competition came quickly.No: Spenningen hang tungt i luften.En: The tension hung heavily in the air.No: Eirik visste hvor viktig dette løpet var for fremtiden hans som profesjonell skiløper.En: Eirik knew how important this race was for his future as a professional skier.No: Det ringet i startbjellen, og han kjørte i vei.En: The start bell rang, and he took off.No: Snøen sprutet opp bak ham.En: Snow sprayed up behind him.No: Mens han suste nedover bakken, traff plutselig tvilen ham.En: As he sped down the slope, doubt suddenly hit him.No: Gjorde han alt riktig?En: Was he doing everything right?No: Hva hvis han mislyktes?En: What if he failed?No: Eirik kjente frykten snøre seg om hjertet hans.En: Eirik felt fear tighten around his heart.No: Det var da Magnus' hemmelige teknikk dukket opp i sinnet hans.En: That's when Magnus's secret technique popped into his mind.No: Eirik tok en sjanse og prøvde det.En: Eirik took a chance and tried it.No: Med en følelse av lettelse fulgte han instinktene sine, og det fungerte.En: With a sense of relief, he followed his instincts, and it worked.No: Men da han krysset målstreken, var det ikke jubelen fra tilskuerne han la merke til.En: But when he crossed the finish line, it wasn't the cheers from the spectators he noticed.No: Det var Solveigs smil, stolt og kjærlig.En: It was Solveig's smile, proud and loving.No: Han hadde ikke vunnet førsteplassen, men det spilte ikke lenger noen rolle.En: He hadn't won first place, but it no longer mattered.No: Eirik hadde lært sitt livs viktigste leksjon – balansen mellom drømmer og de man elsker.En: Eirik had learned the most important lesson of his life – the balance between dreams and the ones you love.No: Han omfavnet Solveig, bestemte seg for å gjøre mer plass til henne i hverdagen.En: He embraced Solveig, deciding to make more room for her in everyday life.No: Magnus kom bort og klappet ham på skulderen.En: Magnus came over and patted him on the shoulder.No: "Bra kjørt, Eirik," sa han med et genuint smil.En: "Well done, Eirik," he said with a genuine smile.No: "Selv når du ikke vinner, er du fortsatt min beste utfordring.En: "Even when you don't win, you're still my best challenge."No: "Eirik smilte tilbake.En: Eirik smiled back.No: "Takk, Magnus.En: "Thanks, Magnus.No: Nå er det på tide å gjøre dette sammen.En: Now it's time to do this together."No: " Kvelden falt over Holmenkollen.En: Evening fell over Holmenkollen.No: Lysene fra hytta kastet en varm glød over snøen.En: The lights from the cabin cast a warm glow over the snow.No: Inne i hytta satt Eirik, Solveig, og Magnus, varme etter en god dag i bakken.En: Inside the cabin, Eirik, Solveig, and Magnus sat, warm after a good day on the slopes.No: Det var en ny begynnelse, der vennskap, kjærlighet, og drømmer var like viktige som seieren.En: It was a new beginning, where friendship, love, and dreams were as important as victory. Vocabulary Words:lungs: lungeneslope: bakkenvalley: dalencheering: heietwrapped: pakket inncompetition: konkurransenpodium: pallengusts: vindkastbiting: bitendedrained: tappetconcern: bekymrettension: spenningenfuture: fremtidenbell: startbjellensped: sustedoubt: tvilenfailed: mislyktesfear: fryktenrelief: lettelseinstincts: instinktenespectators: tilskuerneembraced: omfavnetshoulder: skulderengenuine: genuintchallenge: utfordringevening: kveldencabin: hyttaglow: glødfriendship: vennskapvictory: seieren

We all have dreams—those aspirations that ignite our souls and push us toward greatness. Whether it's a childhood ambition or a newfound passion, the journey to achieving our dreams is filled with challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons. In this episode, we delve into the art of chasing big dreams and how to navigate the path to success. Our guest, Mandy Gonzalez, embodies the spirit of fearless pursuit. At 19, she left college to sing backup for Bette Midler, marking the beginning of an illustrious career. Mandy's Broadway debut was in Aida, and she went on to originate the role of Nina Rosario in Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights, earning a Drama Desk Award. She captivated audiences as Elphaba in Wicked and portrayed Angelica Schuyler in the megahit Hamilton for six years. Beyond the stage, Mandy has appeared in TV shows like Madam Secretary, Bull, Quantico, and Only Murders in the Building. She's also the author of the Fearless young adult book series and the founder of the social media movement #FearlessSquad, promoting inclusivity and empowerment. In this episode, Mandy shares her journey, the obstacles she overcame, and the mindset that propelled her forward. She emphasizes the importance of taking risks, embracing failures as learning opportunities, and staying true to oneself. Connect with Our Guest: Mandy Gonzalez Website: https://mandygonzalez.com/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/mandy.gonzalez/  Related Podcast Episodes: Holler At Your Dreams with Judi Holler | 211 How To Build Courage with Dr. Margie Warrell | 273 7 Keys To Unlock Your Dynamic Drive with Molly Fletcher | 229 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

How to conquer the lows to get to the highs: Finding Fame at 60 In this powerful episode, Jeff Dudan sits down with Richard Formato, an entrepreneur-turned-actor who has faced massive setbacks, reinvented himself, and refused to let failures define his future. From losing everything to launching businesses, selling companies, and breaking into Hollywood in his 60s, his story is a testament to the power of grit, gratitude, and reinvention.

How to conquer the lows to get to the highs: Finding Fame at 60 In this powerful episode, Jeff Dudan sits down with Richard Formato, an entrepreneur-turned-actor who has faced massive setbacks, reinvented himself, and refused to let failures define his future. From losing everything to launching businesses, selling companies, and breaking into Hollywood in his 60s, his story is a testament to the power of grit, gratitude, and reinvention.

Welcome to BARBERSHOP CONFIDENTIAL the Podcast EPISODE 201 produced by @d0peclick We are back with another episode! this week we have B Rell, B Rell is a hip hop artist out of San Diego. B Rell came through and chopped it up about his music journey and desires! I appreciate B Rell for coming on for this episode, we had a dope fun convo and I hope you find entertaining as I did, please follow her and support.  As always we never intend to offend anyone with our opinions.    THANK YOU for listening and supporting, I hope you continue to listen and enjoy the conversations between my guests and me, Huge shout out to all of you!   Any questions or comments please email at bscpdcst@gmail.com   https://bscpdcst.wixsite.com/bscpodcast SUBSCRIBE to YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMk3TS3qnykSLkO6wk2IrdQ   PLEASE follow us on Instagram @BarbershopConfidential @b_rell3 X(twitter): @BSCpodcast

This is part 4 of a series about The Alchemist about Paulo Coelho. Santiago learns that he is facing a difficult decision: chasing after his love Fatima or pursuing his treasure. Watch and find out. Important Vocabulary Words in this Video: - Vulnerable - Vulnerability - Omen - Pursuit - Assurance - Align - Surrender - Personal Legend - Fade away - Treasure - To pursue - A mentor Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/764qA3ySU1Q5lCcWuxojYy?si=5b6a6909895f4b75 Part 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JGrFcUvILIqYtRYPz419l?si=ac8a5494628146f9 Part 3: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Xq0ivXFpiLrQ2FKkJltLB?si=2d2268e5afea4a75

Chasing Dreams and Punchlines: An Interview with Harrison Dye In this episode of Comedy Rumble, host Fresh King Benjamin sits down with Harrison Dye, the winner of Rumble Six. Harrison shares his journey from being an Office Depot store manager to a stand-up comedian, starting in 2018. He recounts his favorite comedy moment performing at Skank Fest and the typical challenges he faces, like being asked to tell jokes on the spot. The episode wraps up with a humorous and convoluted joke from Harrison and a preview of the upcoming Comedy Rumble All-Star event where Harrison will be one of the eight competitors. https://www.wiseguyscomedy.com/utah/salt-lake-city/rickles-room/e/comedy-rumble https://arts-district.wiseguyscomedy.com/shows/292873   00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:15 Harrison's Journey into Comedy 00:37 Memorable Moments on Stage 01:39 The Annoying 'Tell a Joke' Request 02:08 Favorite Street Joke 03:40 Upcoming Comedy Rumble Event

Discussing the approaching end of another chukar season, bird chasing border collies, shotguns and more with Garhart Stephenson. Show Highlights: The difference between mountain miles and city miles on your truck First birds and vivid memories Mild winters, double clutches and chukar nesting success Favorite shot size for ruffed grouse… 8.5 A bad weather induced, thousand mile, quail hunting detour Training non-traditional bird dogs the Garhart way Payloads, shot size and pellet deformation “Chukars Will Shoot Back” - Reb McNally Vintage Doubles and old English guns “Shotgunning: The Art and the Science” - Bob Brister SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot Follow us | @birdshot.podcast Use Promo Code | BSP20 to save 20% with onX Hunt Use Promo Code | BS10 to save 10% on Trulock Chokes The Birdshot Podcast is Presented By: onX Hunt, Final Rise and Upland Gun Company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just a normal guy doing everything he can to chase his dreams. Tucker Stanley got a late start on hunting after playing college football as well as in europe but he's dead set on making up for lost time. In the last 6 years Tucker has killed a 200" muley, 170" mountain whitetail, some great bulls and we wanted to jump into the stories and how he has made it happen. Connect with Jason, Dirk, and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Chasing Dreams in Tokyo's Winter: A Family's Heartfelt Setback Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-01-29-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の東京、渋谷の交差点はいつもと変わらず賑やかだ。En: In winter Tokyo, the Shibuya intersection is as bustling as ever.Ja: ネオンの光が雪の中に反射して、美しい景色を作り出している。En: The neon lights reflect on the snow, creating a beautiful scene.Ja: この日は節分の日。通りには多くの人が豆撒きをし、鬼を追い払おうとしていた。En: Today is Setsubun, and many people on the streets are throwing beans, trying to drive away demons.Ja: 28歳のユキは、友人たちと落ち合うためにShibuya交差点へ向かった。En: Yuki, 28 years old, headed to the Shibuya intersection to meet with her friends.Ja: しかし、今日の目的は家族との集合だった。En: However, today's objective was to gather with her family.Ja: ユキは心に重いものを抱えている。En: Yuki carried a heavy heart.Ja: ニューヨークでの新たな仕事のオファーを受けたが、家族の反応が気になっている。En: She had received a job offer in New York but was concerned about her family's reaction.Ja: 彼女の弟、ヒロシはまだ学生だが、教師になることを目指している。En: Her younger brother, Hiroshi, is still a student but aims to become a teacher.Ja: ヒロシは姉が見知らぬ国に行ってしまうことを恐れ、不安だ。En: Hiroshi is anxious and scared about his sister moving to an unfamiliar country.Ja: 二人の母、サクラは複雑な思いを抱いていた。En: Their mother, Sakura, had mixed feelings.Ja: 娘の夢を応援したいが、家族の絆が薄れてしまうことを心配している。En: She wanted to support her daughter's dreams but was worried about their family bonds weakening.Ja: 三人は交差点近くのカフェで会った。En: The three met at a café near the intersection.Ja: サクラは豆を持ってきて、セットブンの準備をしていた。En: Sakura brought beans and was preparing for the Setsubun ritual.Ja: 「皆、今日は豆撒きをして、悪いものを追い払いましょう」とサクラは言った。En: "Everyone, let's throw beans today and drive away bad things," Sakura said.Ja: 緊張の中、ユキは話し始めた。En: Amid the tension, Yuki began to speak.Ja: 「実は、私はニューヨークに行こうと思っています。」En: "Actually, I'm thinking of going to New York."Ja: ヒロシの顔が硬くなった。En: Hiroshi's face tightened.Ja: 「なんでそんな急に？失敗したらどうするの？」En: "Why so suddenly? What if you fail?"Ja: 「それでも、私は挑戦したいの」ユキの声は震えていた。En: "Even so, I want to take the challenge," Yuki's voice trembled.Ja: 「あなたも教師になりたいと言っていたじゃない。私も夢を追いかけたいの。」En: "You also said you wanted to become a teacher. I want to pursue my dream, too."Ja: 「ユキ…でも、寂しいよ」とヒロシは言った。En: "Yuki... but I'll miss you," said Hiroshi.Ja: サクラはそっと二人を見守っていた。彼女自身も不安を感じながらも、口を開いた。En: Sakura quietly watched over the two, feeling uneasy herself, yet she spoke up.Ja: 「ユキ、あなたの夢を応援したい。でも、家族がバラバラになるのが怖い」とサクラは告げた。En: "Yuki, I want to support your dreams. But I'm scared of our family falling apart," Sakura confided.Ja: その瞬間、店の外から豆を撒く声が聞こえた。「鬼は外、福は内。」En: At that moment, voices from outside the café chanting "Demons out, fortune in" could be heard, throwing beans.Ja: ユキは深く息を吸い、「約束する。En: Yuki took a deep breath and said, "I promise.Ja: 頻繁に帰ってくるし、毎日連絡するから。En: I'll come back frequently and contact you every day.Ja: 家族を大切にするよ。」En: I will cherish our family."Ja: ヒロシはしばらく黙っていたが、ついに「いいよ、姉ちゃん。俺も自分の夢を見つけるよ」と言った。En: Hiroshi remained silent for a while but finally said, "Alright, big sis. I'll find my own dream too."Ja: 家族はそれぞれに涙を浮かべながら、豆を撒いた。悪い運を振り払い、新しい希望を胸に。En: With tears in their eyes, the family threw beans together, driving away bad fortune and embracing new hopes in their hearts.Ja: その夜、冷たい風が渋谷を吹き抜けたが、ユキたちの間に新たな絆が生まれた。En: That night, the cold wind blew through Shibuya, but a new bond formed between Yuki and her family.Ja: 彼女たちはお互いの夢を尊重し、支え合い続けることを決意したのだ。En: They resolved to respect and support each other's dreams.Ja: 冬の東京の夜空に、新たな星が輝き始めた。En: In the winter Tokyo night sky, a new star began to shine. Vocabulary Words:bustling: 賑やかreflect: 反射scene: 景色objective: 目的concerned: 気になってreaction: 反応anxious: 不安unfamiliar: 見知らぬmixed feelings: 複雑な思いbonds: 絆ritual: 儀式challenge: 挑戦trembled: 震えていたconfided: 告げたuneasy: 不安cherish: 大切にするfrequently: 頻繁にcontact: 連絡remain: 黙ってresolve: 決意したrespect: 尊重support: 支えembracing: 胸にotherwise: それでもdrive away: 追い払うfortune: 運scared: 恐れmission: 集合aims: 目指しているcareful watch: 見守っていた

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Chasing Dreams: Axel's Snowy Adventure in Skansen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-01-25-23-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Snön föll stilla över Skansen, ett vitklätt underland i Stockholm.En: The snow fell quietly over Skansen, a snow-covered wonderland in Stockholm.Sv: Axel stod mitt bland de snötäckta trädgårdarna, hans kamera redo att fånga en magisk bild.En: Axel stood amidst the snow-covered gardens, his camera ready to capture a magical picture.Sv: Han letade efter den sällsynta fågeln – en dröm för varje naturfotograf.En: He was searching for the rare bird—a dream for any nature photographer.Sv: Linnea och Karin, Axels vänner, hade föreslagit utflykten.En: Linnea and Karin, Axel's friends, had suggested the trip.Sv: Karin gillade djur och Linnea längtade efter frisk luft.En: Karin loved animals, and Linnea longed for fresh air.Sv: Axel bar på sin hemliga rädsla för att inte räcka till, men med kameran i hand kände han sig oslagbar.En: Axel carried his secret fear of not being enough, but with the camera in his hand, he felt invincible.Sv: Plötsligt blev världen omkring honom snurrig.En: Suddenly, the world around him became dizzy.Sv: Marken rörde sig under hans fötter.En: The ground moved beneath his feet.Sv: Axel kämpade mot yrseln.En: Axel struggled against the vertigo.Sv: Minnen från tidigare utevistelser blixtrade förbi, oron över att inte lyckas fånga det rätta tillfället skar genom hans tankar.En: Memories from previous outings flashed by, and the anxiety of failing to capture the right moment cut through his thoughts.Sv: "Är du okej?"En: "Are you okay?"Sv: frågade Linnea, när hon såg hans svajiga hållning.En: Linnea asked when she saw his unsteady stance.Sv: Axel tvingade fram ett leende.En: Axel forced a smile.Sv: "Jodå, jag vill bara få den där bilden."En: "Oh yes, I just want to get that picture."Sv: Han vände tillbaka mot sin uppgift, trots att snön snurrade kring hans huvud.En: He turned back to his task, even as the snow spun around his head.Sv: Axels händer darrade när blicken återfann fågeln vid en snötäckt buske.En: Axel's hands trembled as he spotted the bird at a snow-covered bush.Sv: Det var nu eller aldrig.En: It was now or never.Sv: Med varje steg växte osäkerheten.En: With every step, the uncertainty grew.Sv: Men beslutsamheten var starkare.En: But the determination was stronger.Sv: Han pressade ständigt på avtryckaren, försökte fokusera genom dimman i hans sinne.En: He kept pressing the shutter, trying to focus through the fog in his mind.Sv: Axel ställde sig försiktigt längs den hala stigen, sökte jämvikt.En: Axel stood cautiously along the slippery path, seeking balance.Sv: Där, framför sina ögon, dök äntligen fågeln upp i perfekt vy.En: There, in front of his eyes, the bird finally appeared in perfect view.Sv: Hela världen stannade upp.En: The whole world paused.Sv: Han höll andan och fokuserade, ställde in linsen, och tog bilden i exakt rätt ögonblick.En: He held his breath, focused, adjusted the lens, and took the picture at the exact right moment.Sv: Genast efteråt slog tröttheten tillbaka.En: Immediately afterward, fatigue struck back.Sv: Dimitri sat sat sat jämtes på en bänk, lättad och utmattad.En: He sat down on a bench, relieved and exhausted.Sv: En djup suck av lättnad lämnade hans läppar.En: A deep sigh of relief escaped his lips.Sv: Karin och Linnea kom fram till honom.En: Karin and Linnea approached him.Sv: "Du gjorde det," sa Karin med ett leende.En: "You did it," Karin said with a smile.Sv: "Din bild blir fantastisk!"En: "Your picture will be amazing!"Sv: Axels brådskande hjärtslag lugnade sig och han kände en oväntad värmekänsla inombords.En: Axel's racing heartbeat calmed, and he felt an unexpected warmth inside.Sv: För första gången erkände han för sig själv vikten av att acceptera sina begränsningar.En: For the first time, he admitted to himself the importance of accepting his limitations.Sv: Att övervinna sina rädslor innebar inte att dölja dem, utan att möta dem med ärlighet.En: Overcoming his fears didn't mean hiding them but facing them with honesty.Sv: När de lämnade Skansen, vände Axel sig om för ett sista farväl mot de snöiga stigarna.En: As they left Skansen, Axel turned for a final farewell toward the snowy paths.Sv: Hans steg var lättare nu, tyngden av tvivel ersatt av medvetenheten om hans egen styrka.En: His steps were lighter now, the weight of doubt replaced by the awareness of his own strength. Vocabulary Words:quietly: stillaamidst: mitt blandrare: sällsyntalonged: längtadeinvincible: oslagbardizzy: snurrigvertigo: yrselflashed: blixtradeanxiety: oronunsteady: svajigatrembled: darradeuncertainty: osäkerhetendetermination: beslutsamhetenslippery: halabalance: jämviktadjusted: ställde infatigue: trötthetenbench: bänkrelieved: lättadexhausted: utmattadsigh: suckunexpected: oväntadadmitted: erkändelimitations: begränsningarovercoming: övervinnahonesty: ärlighetfarewell: farvälsnowy: snöigadoubt: tvivelawareness: medvetenheten

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Hayley Isabel, at only 13 years old, she's already a rising star in the country music scene whose talent and passion are capturing hearts everywhere. From her humble beginnings at an open mic on her 10th birthday to performing on some of the big stages, Hayley shares her journey of turning dreams into reality. We'll chat about her award-winning originals like "Colour Changing" and "Fly High," the mentors who've guided her, and the moments that have shaped her as an artist. With inspiration from icons like Taylor Swift and Lainey Wilson, Hayley's story is one of dedication, authenticity, and a love for connecting with her audience. If you're a fan of music, storytelling, and dreaming big, this episode is one you don't want to miss! Tune in and get to know Hayley Isabel—a name you'll be hearing for years to come. Hayley Isabel What's YOUR Story?

In this episode, I am Kickin' It with Actress Xica Brewer. We dive into her roles in hit Tubi films, her journey as a fitness trainer, and her passion for dance. Join us for an inspiring conversation about creativity, discipline, and chasing dreams!

Heartbreak, dreaming big, jail time, and giving up everything she worked for. Spoiler alert: our queen didn't become the faithful woman she is today without going through some valleys. In this episode, Laura shares about how God changed her life. All the way from the 8-year old "good girl" writing Bible verses in her butterfly journal, to the the reckless country musician pushing boundaries & racking up wounds, and the faithful God who pursued her through it all. as always, DM us on Instagram@callherholy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Jordi's Leap of Faith: Chasing Dreams Beyond Borders Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-01-08-08-38-19-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Els flocs de neu cobrien suaument el terra al voltant de la casa gran de la família.En: The snowflakes softly covered the ground around the large casa of the family.Ca: L'interior estava ple de caliu.En: The interior was full of warmth.Ca: Es barrejaven les olors de castanyes torrades i vi negre i ressonava una suau música catalana.En: The smells of roasted chestnuts and red wine mixed together, and there was soft Catalan music resonating.Ca: En aquesta efusiva atmosfera familiar, en Jordi es trobava una mica distret.En: In this warm family atmosphere, Jordi found himself a bit distracted.Ca: De peu al costat de la finestra decorada amb garlandes de Nadal, observava els seus parents riure i gaudir.En: Standing by the window decorated with Christmas garlands, he watched his relatives laugh and enjoy themselves.Ca: Però la seva ment era ben lluny.En: But his mind was far away.Ca: La seva germana petita, l'Anna, corria cap a ell amb l'energia de sempre, amb els ulls brillants de curiositat.En: His little sister, Anna, ran towards him with her usual energy, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.Ca: "Jordi, què penses fer aquest any?En: "Jordi, what do you plan to do this year?"Ca: " li va preguntar, somrient.En: she asked, smiling.Ca: Ell va somriure, però per dins sentia un nus a l'estómac.En: He smiled, but inside he felt a knot in his stomach.Ca: "Encara no ho sé, Anna," li va respondre.En: "I don't know yet, Anna," he replied.Ca: No volia decebre-la, menys encara al seu pare, en Pau, que estava assegut a la vora de la xemeneia, repartint llonganisses i formatges entre els convidats.En: He didn't want to disappoint her, much less his father, Pau, who was sitting by the fireplace, handing out sausages and cheeses among the guests.Ca: En Pau sempre havia insistit en la importància de la família unida.En: Pau had always insisted on the importance of a united family.Ca: En Jordi sabia que ell confiava que tots continuarien vivint a prop.En: Jordi knew that he trusted they would all continue living close by.Ca: Però Jordi tenia un somni, un somni que el portava més enllà de les fronteres, una oportunitat de treball a l'estranger que no podia deixar escapar.En: But Jordi had a dream, a dream that took him beyond borders, a job opportunity abroad that he couldn't pass up.Ca: El temps avançava i el soroll d'alegria assenyalava que el moment del compte enrere per al Nou Any s'apropava.En: Time passed, and the noise of joy signaled that the countdown to the New Year was approaching.Ca: En Jordi mirava el rellotge.En: Jordi looked at the clock.Ca: El moment decisiu havia arribat.En: The decisive moment had arrived.Ca: Mentre tots es reunien al voltant del rellotge de paret, en Jordi s'adonà que havia de parlar.En: As everyone gathered around the wall clock, Jordi realized he had to speak.Ca: El destí d'aquell any depenia d'això.En: The fate of that year depended on it.Ca: A mitjanit, les campanes ressonaven i els "Feliç Any Nou!En: At midnight, the bells rang, and "Happy New Year!"Ca: " omplien l'habitació.En: filled the room.Ca: Esclarit per l'eufòria del moment, en Jordi va alçar la veu sobre el bullici.En: Enlightened by the euphoria of the moment, Jordi raised his voice above the noise.Ca: "Família," va dir, "tinc alguna cosa a dir-vos.En: "Family," he said, "I have something to tell you."Ca: "Tots es van girar cap a ell, expectants i encuriosits.En: Everyone turned towards him, expectant and curious.Ca: "He decidit acceptar una oferta de treball a l'estranger," va confessar, el cor bategant-li fortament al pit.En: "I have decided to accept a job offer abroad," he confessed, his heart beating strongly in his chest.Ca: L'habitació es va quedar en silenci.En: The room fell silent.Ca: La sorpresa i la confusió van pintar les cares dels presents.En: Surprise and confusion painted the faces of those present.Ca: En Pau va deixar de somriure.En: Pau stopped smiling.Ca: L'Anna va fer un pas endavant, "Viuràs fora, Jordi?En: Anna took a step forward, "Will you live away, Jordi?"Ca: ", va preguntar amb una llum tènue de preocupació als seus ulls joves.En: she asked, with a faint light of worry in her young eyes.Ca: Jordi va assentir.En: Jordi nodded.Ca: Va explicar les seves raons, els seus plans i el que significava per a ell.En: He explained his reasons, his plans, and what it meant for him.Ca: I, a poc a poc, l'atmosfera va canviar.En: And, little by little, the atmosphere changed.Ca: En Pau, després d'un moment de reflexió, es va aixecar i va abraçar al seu fill.En: Pau, after a moment of reflection, stood up and embraced his son.Ca: "Si això et fa feliç, compte amb el nostre suport," va dir finalment.En: "If this makes you happy, count on our support," he finally said.Ca: Els altres familiars també es van aproximar, oferint paraules d'ànim i felicitacions.En: The other relatives also approached, offering words of encouragement and congratulations.Ca: "Vindrem a veure't," va dir l'Anna amb un somriure.En: "We will come to see you," Anna said with a smile.Ca: El Jordi es va adonar que, tot i la distància que els separaria, els lligams familiars seguirien forts.En: Jordi realized that, despite the distance that would separate them, the family bonds would remain strong.Ca: Havia après que el suport de la seva família no depenia de la proximitat física, sinó de l'amor i la comprensió que els unia.En: He had learned that the support of his family did not depend on physical proximity, but on the love and understanding that united them.Ca: I amb aquest pensament, va començar l'any nou amb esperança i determinació.En: And with this thought, he began the new year with hope and determination. Vocabulary Words:the snowflakes: els flocs de neuthe house: la casathe warmth: el caliuthe smells: les olorsthe chestnuts: les castanyesthe wine: el vithe fireplace: la xemeneiathe opportunity: l'oportunitatthe countdown: el compte enreremidnight: mitjanitthe bells: les campanesthe euphoria: l'eufòriathe surprise: la sorpresathe confusion: la confusióthe plans: els plansthe reflection: la reflexióthe support: el suportthe family ties: els lligams familiarsthe proximity: la proximitatthe understanding: la comprensióthe love: l'amorthe knot: el nusthe guests: els convidatsthe borders: les fronteresthe destiny: el destíthe moment: el momentthe clock: el rellotgethe hopes: les esperancesthe determination: la determinació

Send us a textFor more episodes and illustrations visit my website www.mattymitchell.comOr if you are doing the audio only thing I would love for you to picture what you think the drawing is and see if it is close to what I have created. I'd  love to hear what you would have createdCheck out the clothing brand by Kam at https://oneestudios.com/ also follow him on instagram @oneestudioes //www.instagram.com/oneestudios?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Grab merch from the pod at https://www.teepublic.com/user/matty-mitchell/albums/405988-drawn-to-your-story-podcastHave you ever considered moving away from home to chase your entrepreneurial dreams? That's exactly what our guests did, and their stories are nothing short of inspiring. Join us as we chat with the founder of One Studios, a streetwear brand specializing in sweatpants and beanies. Discover how heartbreak became the unexpected driving force behind his success and learn about the role social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok played in catapulting his brand to new heights. Expect a colorful conversation filled with personal stories, from basketball and music preferences to favorite dishes like jerk chicken, offering a holistic view of his journey.Meet Jabari Smith, the visionary behind "May Peace Ensue," and explore his creative process and love for unique clothing design elements such as silicone prints. Our dialogue meanders through lighthearted discussions about shared hobbies, travel adventures, and even past experiences working at Nintendo. You'll hear about the importance of collaboration in the creative industry, as Jabari shares his insights on how supporting fellow creatives can lead to mutual success. These exchanges highlight the importance of nurturing a community where creative minds can inspire and elevate one another.Through candid conversations, we tackle themes of confidence, risk-taking, and the impact of positive influences on young entrepreneurs. From personal growth through calculated risks to the profound effects of race and language in shaping experiences, our guests open up about the challenges and triumphs of their entrepreneurial journeys. We wrap up this episode with expressions of gratitude and encouragement, celebrating the strength found in community and the relentless pursuit of dreams. Whether you're starting your entrepreneurial path or looking for a motivational boost, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration from those bravely carving their own paths.Thanks for watching. - Matty

In this two part series of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase sits down with Lydia Aberkane @lydia.aberkane to explore her incredible journey of resilience, self-discovery, and pursuing a new dream despite a challenging upbringing. Lydia shares how her traumatic childhood in Algeria during the civil war and her experiences as an immigrant in France shaped her perspective on life. But instead of being defined by her past, Lydia chose to rise above her circumstances and forge a new path for herself.When her corporate career dreams shifted after witnessing senior leadership redundancies, Lydia realized she wanted more possibilities and freedom for herself. This turning point led her to embrace a global journey of self-discovery, traveling the world and creating a life filled with purpose, exploration, and authenticity.What You'll Learn:​How trauma can shape but not define your life story.​Why embracing change can lead to new possibilities and dreams.​Lydia's journey from corporate aspirations to pursuing a life of freedom and exploration.​The importance of self-discovery and following your heart, even when the path isn't clear.Key Highlights:​[00:01] Lydia's upbringing in Algeria during the civil war.​[08:20] Navigating immigrant life in France and overcoming self-doubt.​[15:45] Witnessing corporate layoffs and how it reshaped Lydia's career aspirations.​[25:30] Embracing solo travel and discovering new possibilities through a world tour.​[40:10] How faith and resilience guided Lydia's journey to purpose.Action Steps:​Reflect on any limiting beliefs from your past that may still be holding you back.​Identify areas in your life where you can embrace change and explore new possibilities.​Take a small step today toward a dream or goal that excites you.​Connect with us: @kingno_@mindbullypodcast contact@mindbully.com

In today's episode, we dive into Arika Fell's journey.  Arika's dream to train horses led her from small-town Michigan to the heart of Oklahoma's elite cutting horse scene. Discover how Arika's passion for horses, starting with a pony named Shadow, led her to the University of Finley and eventually to prestigious events like the NCHA Metallic Cat Futurity.  This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the grueling yet rewarding world of cutting horse training, showcasing Arika's dedication and determination to make a name for herself in the horse industry. Tune in for an equestrian adventure filled with heart, hustle, and a bit of cowboy spirit! Listen in to learn more : (03:09) Training With Kimmy Bratton and David  (11:46) Famous Horses Through the Years (15:50) Roots of Southwest Michigan Cowgirls (18:51) Camaraderie in Cutting Horse Association  (24:23) Elite Horse Training Network Links  Will Rogers  Run for a Million  Arika Fell

In the final part of this three-part series, Paul Jamison and Riley Pototschnik unwind for a candid conversation about life, business, and the future. Riley opens up about what drives him to succeed, his vision for EveryChat, and the personal values that fuel his entrepreneurial journey. This relaxed discussion touches on his goals, lessons learned, and hopes for what's to come in both business and life. Whether you're looking for inspiration or just want to enjoy a thoughtful chat with a rising star in the green industry, this episode is the perfect way to cap off the series. Connect with Paul: Click Here Upcoming Events: Lawn Care Life Conference: Get Your Tickets Here (Coupon code: CHRISTMAS saves 30% off tickets) Save 50% off Equip Exposition Tickets Paul's Recommended Professionals: Try the CRM Jobber Get a Professional Website - Footbridge Media The Landscaping Bookkeeper Call Rail Paul's Books: How to Build a Thriving Lawn Care Business Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paul's Business Building Resources: Price Increase Letter Template Contract Templates Know Your Numbers

In this episode, Part 2 of “Chasing Dreams: What Does it Take to Pursue a Psychology/Therapy Degree?”, I reflect on how my psychology/therapy degree has shaped me, particularly focusing on the resilience it has helped me develop. We revisit themes from Episode 40, such as self-awareness and vulnerability, and dive deeper into the emotional and mental challenges I've faced throughout my educational journey.   I discuss the importance of self-care, the demands of internships, and the resilience required to juggle work, school, and personal life. This episode highlights how perseverance and mental strength play a crucial role in surviving and thriving as a counseling student, and offers insights into navigating the highs and lows of this path. Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the Student Counselor podcast on your preferred platforms and follow me on Instagram @student.counselor.podcast for more insightful content and updates. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vitorcsouza14/support

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: The Christmas Decision: Chasing Dreams Under La Sagrada Família Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2024-12-20-23-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El fred de l'hivern embolcallava Barcelona mentre les llums de Nadal il·luminaven els carrers.En: The winter cold enveloped Barcelona as Christmas lights illuminated the streets.Ca: Davant La Sagrada Família, l'aire estava ple de l'aroma dolç de les castanyes torrades i el bullici de les famílies comprant regals en el mercat nadalenc.En: In front of La Sagrada Família, the air was filled with the sweet aroma of roasted chestnuts and the bustle of families buying gifts at the Christmas market.Ca: Núria observava les torres imponents del temple, les llums dansaven sobre les façanes intricades.En: Núria watched the imposing towers of the temple, the lights danced over the intricate facades.Ca: Aquella visió la feia somiar amb els seus propis viatges, més enllà del seu modest barri.En: That view made her dream of her own travels, beyond her modest neighborhood.Ca: La família s'havia reunit a Barcelona per les festes.En: The family had gathered in Barcelona for the holidays.Ca: Era Nadal, una època sagrada per a la família.En: It was Christmas, a sacred time for the family.Ca: Però enguany, l'ambient estava carregat de tensions amagades.En: But this year, the atmosphere was filled with hidden tensions.Ca: Núria, la germana més jove, es moria de ganes de comunicar els seus plans de viatge al món, mentre Pere, el germà gran, lluitava per mantenir les tradicions intactes.En: Núria, the youngest sister, was dying to share her travel plans with the world, while Pere, the eldest brother, struggled to keep traditions intact.Ca: Jordi, qui feia poc havia tornat de viure a l'estranger, es trobava enmig, una peça clau en aquest joc de sentiments oposats.En: Jordi, who had recently returned from living abroad, found himself in the middle, a key player in this game of opposing feelings.Ca: El dia de Nadal, la família es va congregar al peu de La Sagrada Família, cada un d'ells embolicat en abrics calents contra el fred hivernal.En: On Christmas day, the family congregated at the foot of La Sagrada Família, each wrapped in warm coats against the winter cold.Ca: Pere havia planificat un sopar especial a casa seva, amb totes les galetes de Nadal, plats catalans i el tradicional tió.En: Pere had planned a special dinner at his home, with all the Christmas cookies, Catalan dishes, and the traditional tió.Ca: Però Núria tenia altres plans.En: But Núria had other plans.Ca: Sabia que aquell moment, sota l'ombra silenciosa del temple, era l'adequat per parlar.En: She knew that this moment, under the silent shadow of the temple, was the right one to speak.Ca: "Saps, Pere," va dir ella, després d'un moment de silenci mentre tots admiraven la façana de La Sagrada Família, "vull veure el món.En: "You know, Pere," she said, after a moment of silence while they all admired the facade of La Sagrada Família, "I want to see the world.Ca: Vull conèixer llocs nous.En: I want to explore new places.Ca: I vull marxar aviat.En: And I want to leave soon."Ca: "Pere va notar com se li escapava l'aire en un sospir.En: Pere felt the air escape in a sigh.Ca: "Però, Núria, Nadal és per estar junts.En: "But, Núria, Christmas is for being together.Ca: Si marxessis, ja no seria el mateix.En: If you left, it wouldn't be the same."Ca: "Jordi, que havia escoltat des d'un racó, va decidir donar suport a Núria.En: Jordi, who had been listening from a corner, decided to support Núria.Ca: "Pere, potser hem de pensar en el que vol realment la Núria.En: "Pere, maybe we need to think about what Núria really wants.Ca: Deixa que segueixi les seves il·lusions.En: Let her follow her dreams."Ca: "A mesura que les seves paraules es difonien entre els dos germans, Núria va guanyar confiança.En: As his words spread between the two siblings, Núria gained confidence.Ca: "Necessito saber que em recolzes, que podré tornar sempre a casa, aquí, a Barcelona.En: "I need to know that you support me, that I can always return home, here, to Barcelona."Ca: "L'ombra projectada per La Sagrada Família semblava compartir aquell moment amb ells.En: The shadow cast by La Sagrada Família seemed to share that moment with them.Ca: La seva grandesa havia estat construïda amb paciència i amor, tal com s'havien de construir ara les seves relacions com a germans adults.En: Its grandeur had been built with patience and love, just as their relationships as adult siblings needed to be built now.Ca: Pere es va quedar en silenci per un moment, reflexionant.En: Pere remained silent for a moment, reflecting.Ca: Va veure l'esperança als ulls de Núria, el desig de llibertat, i el suport silenciós en la mirada de Jordi.En: He saw the hope in Núria's eyes, the desire for freedom, and the silent support in Jordi's gaze.Ca: Va entendre que, per molt que volgués mantenir les tradicions, el més important era la felicitat dels seus germans.En: He understood that, as much as he wanted to maintain traditions, the most important thing was the happiness of his siblings.Ca: "Entenc, Núria," va dir finalment, amb un nus a la gola.En: "I understand, Núria," he finally said, with a lump in his throat.Ca: "Vull que siguis feliç.En: "I want you to be happy.Ca: Vull que persegueixis els teus somnis.En: I want you to chase your dreams."Ca: "I així, amb la benedicció de Pere, Núria va sentir una nova llibertat.En: And so, with Pere's blessing, Núria felt a new freedom.Ca: Jordi, per la seva banda, es va adonar que el seu paper era recolzar i acollir els seus germans sense judicis.En: Jordi, for his part, realized that his role was to support and welcome his siblings without judgment.Ca: Aquell Nadal no només es van menjar els panellets i cantar nadales.En: That Christmas they not only ate panellets and sang carols.Ca: Aquell Nadal va canviar el pols de la família, una renovació de vincles sota l'imponent testimoni de La Sagrada Família.En: That Christmas changed the pulse of the family, a renewal of bonds under the imposing witness of La Sagrada Família.Ca: Els conflictes es varen resoldre i les noves decisions varen ser preses amb amor.En: Conflicts were resolved, and new decisions were made with love.Ca: A vegades, deixar anar era la manera de mantenir-los realment units, però d'una forma diferent, una forma que valia la penar explorar.En: Sometimes, letting go was the way to truly keep them together, but in a different way, a way worth exploring.Ca: La nit no només va vestir Barcelona amb llums de Nadal, sinó també amb comprensió i amor fratern, omplint els seus cors amb la promesa de nous començaments.En: The night not only dressed Barcelona with Christmas lights but also with understanding and brotherly love, filling their hearts with the promise of new beginnings. Vocabulary Words:the cold: el fredto envelop: embolcallarthe hustle: el bulliciimposing: imponentsthe façade: la façanamodest: modesthidden tensions: tensions amagadesto struggle: lluitarabroad: a l'estrangerto gather: congregarthe shadow: l'ombrato sigh: sospirarto escape: escaparsupport: recolzamentthe sibling: el germà / la germanapatience: la paciènciathe desire: el desigfreedom: la llibertatthe hope: l'esperançato chase: perseguirblessing: la benediccióto realize: adonar-sewithout judgment: sense judicisto resolve: resoldregrandiose: imponentto let go: deixar anarto renew: renovarto explore: explorarunderstanding: la comprensióbrotherly love: amor fratern

Stacey Hanke grew up on a dairy farm in central Wisconsin. For over two decades now, she's been providing executive mentoring and helping sales professionals become more influential. In this episode, Stacey shares how she applied what she observed growing up on the farm to running an entrepreneurial business. Here's some of what you'll learn in this episode: How their father's drive and passion influenced Stacey and her sisters/team members.Why Stacey spent time in large corporations before starting her own business.How you can see yourself through your potential customers' eyes.What people have learned over the last four years.How receiving some harsh feedback ended up being a turning point in Stacey's career.Why being part of the Strategic Coach® community is a game changer.How Stacey has managed having work relationships with her sisters. Show Notes: Strategic Coach thinking tools are like plants. They're planted in your brain, and they develop at different rates. All growth is compounded growth. If you have entrepreneurial drive, you can decide that the sky's the limit. If you want entrepreneurism in your life, you have to choose what you do appropriately. Having purpose becomes more important as you get older. Communicating with influence is a process of constant development and has to be consistent. How we show up and interact with others determines who's in our circle, the businesses we run, and the money in our pockets. People are finally understanding the power of communication because there are now so many different mediums that we're trying to influence people through. Communication is the core of everything you do, no matter what industry you're in. It doesn't matter what you know if you can't communicate it effectively. Feeling influential and confident doesn't always translate to how you're actually perceived. How smart you are doesn't determine how influential you are either. Before we can change anything in our lives, we have to be self-aware. When you reach a certain point in your career, people are going to stop telling you the truth and start telling you what they think you want to hear. If you don't demonstrate consistency, people question whether you're trustworthy. How you communicated years ago might not work for where you are now. What is common sense is not common practice. It's important to get comfortable with being uncomfortable because the minute you understand the discomfort, growth will happen. Resources: Tool: The Positive Focus® Blog: What Free Days Are, And How To Know When You Need Them

For the first time on Over 50 & Flourishing, I'm thrilled to sit down with a comedian! Meet Ellen Skrmetti, the Alabama-based humorist who's captured hearts and laughs online with her viral Instagram reels. Combining southern charm, sharp wit, and a deep love for her faith, Ellen brings a refreshing take on storytelling and chasing dreams at any age. This conversation is full of laughs, inspiration, and proof that it's never too late to follow your passion! Check out More of Ellen: https://ellenskrmetti.com/  Book: https://ellenskrmetti.com/my-book/ Tour: https://ellenskrmetti.com/about-appearances/ Listen to the Podcast: https://bit.ly/Over50andFlourishingwithDominiqueSachsePodcast Website: https://dominiquesachse.tv/ Book: https://dominiquesachse.tv/book/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/dominiquesachse/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DominiqueSachse/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dominiquesachse?lang=en Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXrsVPFsk-66NTaoGMXoPFQ Thanks to my Sponsors: Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code DOMINIQUE15 at https://jennikayne.com/DOMINIQUE15 #jennikaynepartner Stay hydrated through the holidays with Liquid I.V. Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://LIQUIDIV.COM and use code OVER50 at checkout. Get an additional 20% OFF the @honeylove Holiday sale by going to https://honeylove.com/OVER50! #honeylovepod Interested in being featured as a guest? Please email courtney@dominiquesachse.tv  For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com We want to make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diving into the stories and lessons we can learn from the Jeff Bezos and the rise of Amazon from the Brad Stone's book, The Everything Store, and the writings of Jeff Bezos Invent and Wander-----"I will hazard a prediction. When you are eighty years old and, in a quiet moment of reflection, narrating for only yourself the most personal version of your life story, the telling that will be most compact and meaningful will be a series of choices you have made….And when I'm eighty I want to have minimized the number of regrets I have in my life, and most of our regrets are acts of omission, things we didn't try, the path untraveled. Those are the things that haunt us."- Jeff Bezos1:50 - Pursue excitement/Make decisions through your 80-year old self7:45- Chasing Dreams are like start-ups9:40 - A duality mindset"You have to have this duality in your head. On the one hand you're you know what the Baseline statistics say about startup companies and the other hand you have to ignore all of that and just be 100% sure it's going to work and you're doing both things at the same time you're holding that contradiction in your head."12:00- Doubts about Amazon14:00 - Amazon's philosophy“If you want to get to the truth about what makes us different, it's this. We are genuinely customer centric, we are genuinely long-term oriented and we genuinely like to invent."15:40 - Experiment relentlessly + be bold19:05 - Amazon core practices/strategies22:00 - Lose now, win later32:20 - How to make decisions34:50 - Play the long game“If you look at why Amazon is so different from almost any other company that started early on the internet, it's because Jeff approached it from the very beginning with that long-term vision. It was a multi decade project. The notion that he can accomplish a huge amount with a larger time frame, if he is steady about it, is fundamentally his philosophy.”36:05- Advice from Bezos 39:10 - Lessons/takeaways-----You can check out my book, website, and apparel below: WebsiteBook: Chasing Greatness: Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence  ApparelInstagramX

In this special episode of Save it for the Blind, Jeff and Carson welcome duck hunting legend Chad Belding to the blind. Known for The Fowl Life Podcast, Banded gear, and his numerous contributions to the waterfowl community, Chad shares how his passion for duck hunting first took flight and the journey that led to creating a powerhouse of brands that hunters know and love. Dive into the behind-the-scenes world of filming and producing waterfowl content as Chad reflects on the lessons he's learned along the way. Plus, hear why California Waterfowl holds a special place in his heart and how it continues to inspire his work. From hunting tales to entrepreneurial insight, this episode is packed with stories and wisdom every waterfowler can appreciate. Grab your calls and settle in—this is one you don't want to miss!New episodes drop weekly—subscribe now!

What does it take to see the game differently, to turn raw talent into artistry, and to navigate the highs and lows of a legendary career? Andrea Pirlo, widely regarded as one of football's greatest midfielders, reveals the mindset, vision, and resilience that defined his journey in “I Think Therefore I Play”. Join Dr. Duncan Simpson and Dr. Greg Young as they explore Pirlo's autobiography, uncovering the wisdom behind the playmaker's genius. From his earliest days as a prodigious talent in Brescia to the bright lights of AC Milan, Juventus, and the Italian national team, Pirlo's story is one of learning, leading, and thriving under pressure. With his characteristic wit and introspection, Pirlo shares lessons about handling failure, embracing mentorship, and finding clarity in the game and in life. In this episode, you will: Learn how Pirlo balanced instinct with strategy, creating a playing style that revolutionized modern football. Discover how he overcame the pressure of being a prodigy and turned expectations into confidence. Explore the role of mentorship in Pirlo's growth and how peers like Paolo Maldini shaped his career and character. Reflect on his raw and honest insights into handling failure, including the devastating 2005 Champions League final. Understand the importance of representing something bigger than oneself, as Pirlo speaks to the pride and privilege of wearing Italy's iconic blue jersey. Whether you're a fan of football or simply interested in what it takes to perform at the highest level, this episode offers a unique glimpse into the mind of a true maestro. Join us as we journey through Andrea Pirlo's remarkable career and uncover lessons that can inspire your own path to greatness. Thank you for tuning in to Performers! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with two people in your network who love football or are on their own journey of mastery. See you next time! Listen on Spotify:⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠⁠ Listen on Apple:⁠ ⁠Apple⁠⁠ Watch & Listen on YouTube:⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/I-Think-Therefore-Play/dp/1909430161  Socials: X -⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/SportPsychDunc⁠⁠   ⁠⁠Instagram⁠ - @Performerspod⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/performerspod/⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Linkedin - Duncan⁠ Simpson⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-simpson-ph-d-cmpc-76244b1a/⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Linkedin - Greg Young⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-young-ph-d-cmpc-64765a35/⁠⁠  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Andrea Pirlo 01:44 The Maestro: A Footballing Legend 03:25 The Journey of Andrea Pirlo 05:53 Understanding Talent and Pressure 08:29 The Burden of Expectations 11:23 The Inner Voice of a Prodigy 12:52 Vision: The Key to Pirlo's Success 15:08 Chasing Dreams and Overcoming Fear 17:26 Individual Ambition in Team Success 19:12 The Art of Free Kicks and Learning from the Best 22:32 The Obsession of Mastery 25:08 Lessons Beyond Soccer 28:19 The Journey of Young Prodigies 30:06 Navigating Early Career Challenges 30:34 The Impact of Mentorship 34:25 Finding Humor in Preparation 37:39 The High Stakes of Professional Negotiations 37:43 Reflections on Failure and Resilience 44:50 The Pressure of the World Cup Final 47:29 Mental Toughness in High-Stakes Situations 49:58 The Journey to the Penalty Spot 53:54 Cultural Identity and National Pride 58:53 A New Chapter at Juventus 01:02:07 The Ballon d'Or Perspective 01:05:17 Top Life Lessons from Pirlo's Journey

I had an awesome conversation with my friend, Graham Cochrane, about goal-setting, career pivots, and discovering your unique purpose. We dove into the pressures we face, how to manage overthinking, and why it's so important to pursue a life that aligns with who you really are. If you're struggling with work-life balance, thinking about making a business shift, or just need help pushing past self-doubt, this episode is packed with practical insights you can use. Graham also shares some wisdom from his new book and talks about how taking risks can lead to more personal freedom.In This Episode:You can check out Graham's new book, Rebel: Find Yourself by Not Following the CrowdKeep up with his The Graham Cochrane Show and check out his website Follow Graham on InstagramGraham's Book List:The Go Giver by Bob Burg and John David MannThe 4-Hour Work Week by Tim FerrissPlay The Man by Mark BattersonThe Art of Encouragement by Jordan MontgomeryFollow me on GoodReadsBook me to speak at your event or to your team!I'm also on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook.My new book All It Takes Is a Goal is available! You can grab a copy from your favorite bookstore or at atgbook.com.Have me speak at your next event!

Welcome to the heart of Saskatchewan's flyway - home to one of the largest duck populations on the continent. Our guest today is John Prosak, owner and operator of No Fly Zone Waterfowl Outfitters! John has been a guide in the hunting industry since 2007 making clients successful with waterfowl, whitetail, bear, wolf, shed horn, and bighorn sheep hunts. Chad and John sit down to discuss what makes Saskatchewan so outstanding, what makes it a great area, and everything that goes into running a world-class operation. This episode will leave you craving a trip north. Listen in, get inspired, and find out why a hunt with No Fly Zone is a chance you don't want to miss! This episode is brought to you by Bad Boy Mowers, Benelli Shotguns, Banded Brands, ZLINE, Travel Wisconsin, Jack Link's Jerky, Federal Premium Black Cloud, Hi Viz Sights, Jargon Duck and Goose Calls, Rob Roberts Custom Gunworks, The Provider Culinary, and Realtree Brand Camo!

The hosts take a hilarious trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the good old days of AIM (AOL Instant Messenger). They crack up over their embarrassingly bad usernames—ones that should probably never see the light of day again. You know that cringe-worthy online persona you thought was behind you? Turns out, it never really leaves! They dive into how their AIM alter-egos might still be haunting their present-day selves, proving once again that the internet never forgets. It's a delightful mix of awkward nostalgia and a gentle reminder of how those early days of the internet shaped us all.➡️ But it's not all goofy usernames and AIM nostalgia. The conversation gets deeper (but still funny!) when they tackle how social media has made us all professional curators of our own lives. The hosts poke fun at the gap between the online versions of ourselves and the real deal, dropping truth bombs about authenticity and how everyone's just trying to “fit in” online. And just when you think things couldn't get more entertaining, they throw in some absurd ideas about modern marketing, suggesting brands take on the wild task of marketing to the homeless. It's a genius blend of sharp social commentary and laugh-out-loud moments that'll keep you thinking—and chuckling—long after the episode's over.

We spend a lot of time thinking “If I can just get this promotion, win this award, or cure this health issue, then things will be better, happier, or fulfilled.”  But what happens when the achievement we worked for becomes our identity and then ultimately falls away or disappoints?Or if that dream is delayed or isn't fulfilled at all?How can we begin to untangle our identity from our achievements and circumstances?  How can we see our platform or skills as a vessel for purpose instead of being our purpose?In this episode, Jordan talks with Demi Tebow about identity, purpose, perfectionism, and finding purpose amid uncertain seasons.Tune in to learn:The danger of tying personal identity to accomplishments and how to untangle your identity from your labelsHow to stay rooted in your eternal purpose and use your skills as a platform for the GospelThe difference between excellence and perfectionismWhat it looks like to pursue presence over perfectionHow to trust God and move forward when we find ourselves in a season of uncertaintyWhat it means to "be interruptible"Want to dig deeper into this topic? Check out these links mentioned in the episode:Demi's book: A Crown That LastsIG: @demitebowDemi websiteEmbrace Your Almost