Podcast appearances and mentions of cherry blossoms

Fluent Fiction - Korean: A Spring Awakening: Minji's Path to Self-Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-02-23-08-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 새벽 햇살이 불국사 기와 지붕에 은은하게 깔려 있었다.En: The dawn sunlight gently spread over the Bulguksa temple's tiled roof.Ko: 겨울의 찬 바람이 아직 남아 있었지만, 봄의 기운이 조금씩 피어나기 시작했다.En: The cold wind of winter still lingered, but the aura of spring was starting to bloom little by little.Ko: 민지는 서서 느릿한 숨을 쉬며 그 풍경을 바라보았다.En: Minji stood there, taking slow breaths as she looked at the scenery.Ko: 대학 졸업이 다가왔고, 그녀의 마음은 혼란스러웠다.En: Her university graduation was approaching, and her heart was in turmoil.Ko: 예술에 대한 사랑과 부모님의 기대 사이에서 마음은 갈팡질팡했다.En: Torn between her love for art and her parents' expectations, she was confused.Ko: 민지의 사촌 지수는 옆에서 밝게 미소 지었다.En: Minji's cousin Jisoo smiled brightly beside her.Ko: "이곳에 오니 마음이 편안해진다," 지수가 말했다.En: "Being here makes me feel at ease," Jisoo said.Ko: "오늘 같은 날엔 모든 게 가능할 것 같아."En: "On a day like today, it feels like anything is possible."Ko: 그들은 불국사의 고즈넉한 길을 걸으며, 머리 위로 필사적으로 피어나는 벚꽃을 바라보았다.En: As they walked along the serene paths of Bulguksa, they looked up at the cherry blossoms desperately blooming above.Ko: 연한 분홍빛이 가득한 가지들은 새로운 시작을 속삭이고 있었다.En: The branches, full of soft pink, whispered promises of new beginnings.Ko: 세진은 두 사람 앞서 걸으며 고개를 끄덕였다.En: Sejin walked ahead of them, nodding.Ko: "봄은 언제나 새롭게 시작할 때죠," 세진이 말했다.En: "Spring is always a time for new beginnings," Sejin said.Ko: 세진은 역사에 대해 박식했고, 세월과 변화에 대한 이야기를 좋아했다.En: Sejin was knowledgeable about history and enjoyed stories of time and change.Ko: 민지는 걸음을 멈추고, 벚꽃나무 아래에 섰다.En: Minji stopped and stood beneath a cherry blossom tree, still lost in her thoughts.Ko: 함께 온 세진은 민지의 고민을 눈치챘다.En: Sejin, who had come along with them, noticed Minji's concerns.Ko: "예술이란 사람을 행복하게 만들죠. 내가 너의 나이였을 때 나도 지금 같은 선택의 갈림길에 서 있었어," 세진이 말했다.En: "Art is something that makes people happy. When I was your age, I too faced a similar crossroad of choices," Sejin said.Ko: 세진의 이야기는 깊은 울림을 주었다.En: Sejin's story resonated deeply.Ko: 젊은 시절, 그도 전통과 자신만의 길 사이에서 고민했던 순간이 있었다.En: In his youth, he also had moments of doubt between tradition and his own path.Ko: 세진은 자신의 꿈을 따르기로 결심했다며, 현재의 자신을 설명했다.En: He explained that he chose to follow his dreams, which led to who he is now.Ko: "결국, 자신이 진정으로 원하는 길을 가야 한다," 세진의 목소리는 따뜻하고 확신에 차 있었다.En: "In the end, you have to pursue the path you truly desire," Sejin's voice was warm and full of conviction.Ko: 민지는 눈을 감고 깊은 숨을 쉬었다.En: Minji closed her eyes and took a deep breath.Ko: 그녀의 마음속에서 봄의 꽃이 피어나는 느낌이 들었다.En: Within her heart, she felt like spring flowers were blooming.Ko: 예술을 사랑하는 마음과 부모님의 기대를 동시에 이룰 수 있다는 깨달음이 찾아왔다.En: A realization came to her that she could pursue her love for art and fulfill her parents' expectations simultaneously.Ko: 지수는 민지의 손을 잡고 웃으며 말했다. "너의 결정이 훌륭하단 걸 알겠어. 나도 항상 너를 응원할게."En: Jisoo held Minji's hand and smiled, saying, "I know your decision is great. I'll always support you."Ko: 민지는 미소 지었다.En: Minji smiled.Ko: 혼자서는 어려울지 몰라도, 곁에 있는 사람들이 주는 격려와 사랑이 큰 힘이 된다는 것을 깨달았다.En: She realized that although it might be difficult alone, the encouragement and love from those around her were a great source of strength.Ko: 벚꽃이 흐드러지게 핀 불국사에서, 민지는 이제 자신의 길을 걷기로 결심했다.En: At the Bulguksa temple, where the cherry blossoms bloomed in abundance, Minji decided to walk her own path.Ko: 과거를 존중하며, 그녀만의 미래를 향해 힘차게 나아가기로 했다.En: Respecting the past, she resolved to move boldly toward a future of her own making.Ko: 그녀의 발걸음은 확신으로 가득했다.En: Her steps were full of confidence.Ko: 불국사에서의 여행은 민지에게 삶의 아름다운 꽃처럼 피어난 기회를 가져다 주었다.En: The journey at Bulguksa brought Minji opportunities that blossomed like beautiful flowers in life.Ko: 그녀의 마음은 새로운 시즌을 맞이하기에 준비되었다.En: Her heart was ready to welcome a new season. Vocabulary Words:dawn: 새벽gently: 은은하게linger: 남다turmoil: 혼란serene: 고즈넉한desperately: 필사적으로whispered: 속삭이다knowledgeable: 박식한conviction: 확신crossroad: 갈림길resonate: 울림을 주다tradition: 전통pursue: 따르다realization: 깨달음encouragement: 격려abundance: 흐드러지게respect: 존중하다opportunities: 기회bloom: 피어나다confused: 혼란스러운expectations: 기대at ease: 편안해지다branches: 가지beginning: 시작navigate: 눈치채다warm: 따뜻하다fulfill: 이루다source: 근원confidence: 확신season: 시즌

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Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Capturing Cherry Blossoms Amidst Beijing's Lantern Glow Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-19-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在北京的冬天，天色清冷，灯笼花满天都是。En: In the winter of Beijing, the sky was clear and cold, with lanterns everywhere.Zh: 天坛这座古老的建筑，在灯笼的光辉下，显得尤为神秘和壮丽。En: The ancient structure of the Temple of Heaven, under the glow of the lanterns, appeared especially mysterious and magnificent.Zh: 明站在天坛的草坪上，手里握着相机。En: Ming stood on the lawn of the Temple of Heaven, holding a camera in his hand.Zh: 他的心跳有点快，因为他正准备拍摄自己的摄影项目——灯节的樱花。En: His heart was beating a little fast because he was preparing to shoot his own photography project—cherry blossoms during the Lantern Festival.Zh: 明是一位热爱捕捉瞬间的摄影师。En: Ming was a photographer who loved capturing moments.Zh: 他的伙伴丽芬站在他身旁，满脸期待。En: His partner, Lifen, stood beside him, full of anticipation.Zh: 虽然冬天的北京罕见樱花，但明知道这个机会不常有。En: Although cherry blossoms in winter were rare in Beijing, Ming knew this opportunity didn't come often.Zh: 他的导师嘉豪是一位经验丰富的摄影师，虽然有时很严厉，但对明充满了鼓励。En: His mentor, Jiahao, was an experienced photographer who, although sometimes strict, was very encouraging to Ming.Zh: “明，你准备好了吗？”丽芬问。En: "Ming, are you ready?" Lifen asked.Zh: “还差一点。”明回答，“樱花太少了，又有这么多人。”En: "Almost," Ming replied, "There are too few cherry blossoms and so many people."Zh: 今年冬天特别冷，樱花很稀少，给明的拍摄带来不小的挑战。En: This year's winter was particularly cold, and cherry blossoms were very scarce, bringing Ming quite a challenge for his shoot.Zh: 加上灯节的人群拥挤，使得他很难找到合适的角度。En: With the crowds at the Lantern Festival, it was hard for him to find the right angle.Zh: 明犹豫了。En: Ming hesitated.Zh: 他是专注于稀有的樱花，还是转向拍摄节日的盛况呢？En: Should he focus on the rare cherry blossoms, or should he shift to capturing the festivity of the festival?Zh: 他知道，自己必须做出选择。En: He knew he had to make a choice.Zh: 正当时间快要用完时，明突然看到，不远处一个被灯笼照亮的樱花孤独地挂在树枝上，那场景简直是梦幻般的美丽。En: Just as time was running out, Ming suddenly saw a lone cherry blossom illuminated by lanterns not far away, and the scene was simply dreamlike in its beauty.Zh: 周围五彩缤纷的灯笼，正好为构图增添色彩。En: The colorful lanterns around added just the right amount of color to the composition.Zh: 那瞬间，明毫不犹豫地按下快门。En: In that moment, Ming pressed the shutter without hesitation.Zh: 这是他期待已久的完美画面。En: This was the perfect picture he had been waiting for.Zh: “你做到了！”丽芬兴奋地说。En: "You did it!" Lifen said excitedly.Zh: 在一旁的嘉豪拍拍明的肩膀，“很好，明。你找到了光与影之间的平衡。你抓住了这一刻。”En: Jiahao, standing nearby, patted Ming on the shoulder, "Well done, Ming. You found the balance between light and shadow. You captured the moment."Zh: 明微笑着，看着自己的照片，他对自己的艺术视角有了更多的信心。En: Ming smiled, looking at his photo; he gained more confidence in his artistic perspective.Zh: 他明白了适应和在意外的瞬间中发现美的重要性。En: He understood the importance of adapting and finding beauty in unexpected moments.Zh: 他不仅抓住了樱花的美丽，还成长为了一位真正的摄影师。En: He not only captured the beauty of the cherry blossoms but also grew into a true photographer. Vocabulary Words:lantern: 灯笼ancient: 古老structure: 建筑mysterious: 神秘magnificent: 壮丽capturing: 捕捉anticipation: 期待rare: 罕见opportunity: 机会experienced: 经验丰富strict: 严厉scarce: 稀少challenge: 挑战angle: 角度hesitated: 犹豫festivity: 盛况lone: 孤独illuminated: 照亮dreamlike: 梦幻般composition: 构图pressed: 按下shutter: 快门moment: 瞬间balance: 平衡perspective: 视角adapting: 适应unexpected: 意外grown: 成长captured: 抓住confidence: 信心

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Cherry Blossoms & Confessions: A Valentine's Day to Remember Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-13-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 桜の花びらが舞い落ちる公園は、美しく幻想的な雰囲気に包まれていました。En: The park, where cherry blossom petals danced to the ground, was enveloped in a beautiful, otherworldly atmosphere.Ja: 冬の冷たい風が、ほんのり甘い花の香りを運びます。En: The cold winter wind carried the subtly sweet scent of the flowers.Ja: 今日はバレンタインデー。En: Today is Valentine's Day.Ja: 桜祭りは賑やかで、恋人たちや家族でいっぱいです。En: The Sakura Matsuri is bustling and filled with couples and families.Ja: 春人、由依、大地は、小学生の頃の親友でした。En: Haruto, Yui, and Daichi were best friends from their elementary school days.Ja: 久しぶりに再会する機会を得た3人は、しばらく話し込んでいました。En: They had the opportunity to reunite after a long time and chatted for a while.Ja: 春人はしばしばカメラを構え、景色や友人たちの笑顔を写真に収めました。En: Haruto frequently raised his camera to capture photos of the scenery and his friends' smiles.Ja: 彼は昔から由依に恋心を抱いていましたが、ずっとその気持ちを伝えられずにいました。En: He had always harbored feelings for Yui, but had never been able to express them.Ja: 由依は、イベントプランナーとしての仕事に忙しく、必死に祭りの準備をしていました。En: Yui, busy with her job as an event planner, was working hard to prepare for the festival.Ja: それでも彼女は、友人たちとの再会を楽しみたいと思っていました。En: Despite her workload, she wanted to enjoy the reunion with her friends.Ja: しかし、大地が懐かしい思い出話を次々と持ち出すので、由依もついついそちらに気を取られがちです。En: However, Daichi kept bringing up nostalgic stories, and Yui was often distracted by them.Ja: 大地はエンジニアとして働いていて、仕事に追われる日々を送っていましたが、この日は特別な時間として大切にしていました。En: Daichi worked as an engineer and led a hectic life, but he cherished this special day.Ja: 夕暮れ時になると、桜公園は柔らかな灯籠の光で照らされ、ロマンチックなムードが漂います。En: As evening approached, the Sakura Park was illuminated by the soft glow of lanterns, creating a romantic mood.Ja: 春人は、由依が一本の美しい桜の木の下に一人立っているのを見つけました。En: Haruto spotted Yui standing alone under a beautiful cherry blossom tree.Ja: 彼はその瞬間をカメラに収め、意を決して由依に近づきました。En: He captured the moment with his camera and, steeling himself, approached Yui.Ja: 「由依、少し話してもいい？」春人は緊張しながら声をかけました。En: "Yui, can I talk to you for a moment?" Haruto asked nervously.Ja: 由依は微笑んで、「もちろん、春人」と答えます。En: Yui smiled and replied, "Of course, Haruto."Ja: 「実は…ずっと君のことが好きだったんだ」と春人は大胆に告白しました。En: "The truth is... I've liked you for a long time," Haruto confessed boldly.Ja: 彼の言葉はシンプルですが、真剣です。En: His words were simple, yet earnest.Ja: 由依は驚きましたが、同時に心に温かいものを感じました。En: Yui was surprised but simultaneously felt warmth in her heart.Ja: 「私も、同じ気持ちかもしれない…。でも、タイミングが分からなくて」と、彼女は素直に答えました。En: "I might feel the same way... but I just didn't know the right timing," she replied honestly.Ja: 二人はお互いに微笑み合いました。過去の思い出が交差し、新しい関係の始まりを感じました。En: The two exchanged smiles, feeling the intersection of past memories and the beginning of a new relationship.Ja: 桜の花びらが風に舞い、二人を優しく包み込みます。En: The cherry blossom petals swirled in the wind, gently enveloping them.Ja: 春人は自分の中の変化を感じました。En: Haruto felt a change within himself.Ja: 勇気を出して感情を伝えたことで、自信を持てるようになったのです。En: By mustering the courage to express his feelings, he had gained confidence.Ja: そして由依も、これからの道を二人で共に歩むことを決めました。En: And Yui decided that they would walk the path ahead together.Ja: 夜空には満天の星が輝き、桜の花もそれに答えるように美しく咲いていました。En: The night sky sparkled with countless stars, and the cherry blossoms bloomed beautifully as if to match them.Ja: これから始まる二人の新しい物語に、ぴったりの夜でした。En: It was the perfect night for the beginning of their new story together. Vocabulary Words:petals: 花びらenveloped: 包まれてatmosphere: 雰囲気subtly: ほんのりscent: 香りreunite: 再会harbor: 抱いていましたexpress: 伝えplanner: プランナーworkload: 仕事nostalgic: 懐かしいhectic: 追われる日々cherished: 大切にしてilluminated: 照らされlanterns: 灯籠glow: 光romantic: ロマンチックsteeling: 意を決してconfessed: 告白しましたearnest: 真剣timing: タイミングintersection: 交差swirled: 舞mustering: 勇気を出してconfidence: 自信bloomed: 咲いていましたsparkled: 輝きcountless: 満天cherished: 大切にしてopportunity: 機会

Cherry Blossom season in Washington DC is one of the most beautiful and emotionally powerful travel moments of the year, but it only lasts a few short weeks. This February, we're giving you the insight, tools, and confidence you need to sell this high-demand season with ease.Join Business Development Manager Audra Fuest and special guest Director of Sales & Operations George Sillcock as they break down what Cherry Blossom travel really looks like, who it's perfect for, and how to position it as a premium, once-a-year experience your clients will remember forever. From crowd-smart planning and ideal pacing to curated itineraries and high-impact enhancements, you'll learn how to turn springtime interest into confirmed bookings.We'll walk through our Washington DC Cherry Blossom Festival itinerary, additional multiday DC experiences that pair beautifully with bloom season, and the behind-the-scenes support that makes American Stories Travel an easy partner during one of DC's busiest travel windows.What You'll Learn:

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Blossoms of Hope: Finding Beauty in Winter's Embrace Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-06-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 新宿御苑の中、冬の冷たい空気が澄んでいた。En: Within the Shinjuku Gyoen, the cold winter air was clear.Ja: 雪が薄く積もり、庭園を静かに包んでいた。En: Snow had settled lightly, wrapping the gardens in silence.Ja: ユキは、暖かいコートに身を包みながら、ゆっくりと歩いていた。En: Yuki walked slowly, wrapped in a warm coat.Ja: 彼は心臓の手術から回復中で、まだ体が思うように動かせない。En: He was recovering from heart surgery and still couldn't move his body as he wished.Ja: ここに来たのは、心の平穏とアートのインスピレーションを探すためだった。En: He had come here searching for peace of mind and artistic inspiration.Ja: ユキの目には、木々の間から差し込む光が暖かく映る。En: To Yuki's eyes, the light streaming between the trees appeared warm.Ja: しかし、立ち止まっては休むことが多く、彼の動きは制限されていた。En: However, he often had to stop and rest, his movements restricted.Ja: 靴の下にある雪がキュッと鳴る音だけが響く。En: Only the sound of the snow crunching underfoot echoed.Ja: しかし彼の心はまだ落ち着かず、何か特別なものを見つけたいと焦っていた。En: Yet his heart was still unsettled, anxious to find something special.Ja: 「ここは本当に美しい場所だね。」ユキはつぶやいた。En: "This is truly a beautiful place," Yuki murmured.Ja: しかし、その言葉の裏には、自分の不自由さへの苛立ちがあった。En: However, beneath those words was a frustration with his own limitations.Ja: 彼は目標の達成までの道のりが長く感じられた。En: He felt the journey towards achieving his goal was long.Ja: 「大丈夫？」と、隣で歩いていたハナが心配そうに問いかけた。En: "Are you okay?" asked Hana, walking beside him with concern.Ja: ハナは子供の頃からの友人で、ユキの回復をずっと支えてきた。En: Hana was a childhood friend who had been supporting Yuki's recovery all along.Ja: 「少し休もうか？」En: "Shall we take a little break?"Ja: しばらくすると、ユキは小さなベンチに腰を下ろした。En: After a while, Yuki sat down on a small bench.Ja: 彼は厚いスカーフをもう一度巻き直し、視線を遠くの木々に投げた。En: He adjusted his thick scarf once more and cast his gaze toward the distant trees.Ja: 風に揺れる枝、その先の空はどこか心を和ませた。En: The branches swaying in the wind and the sky beyond somehow calmed his mind.Ja: 彼はしばらくそこにいることを決めた。En: He decided to stay there for a while.Ja: 時がゆっくり流れる中、ユキの目に信じられない光景が飛び込んできた。En: As time flowed slowly, an unbelievable sight caught Yuki's eyes.Ja: 冬枯れの木々の間に、ほんの一輪の桜が咲いていた。En: Amidst the barren winter trees, a single cherry blossom was blooming.Ja: ピンク色の花びらは、空を背に美しく浮かんでいた。En: The pink petals floated beautifully against the sky.Ja: 「こんな時期に…」ユキは呆然とささやいた。En: "At this time of year..." Yuki whispered in awe.Ja: その花は、生命の不思議さと力強さを象徴しているようだった。En: The flower seemed to symbolize the mystery and strength of life.Ja: ユキの心は静かに波打ち始めた。En: Yuki's heart began to stir quietly.Ja: 彼はその花を見つめ続け、自然が持つ不思議な力を感じた。En: He continued to gaze at the flower, feeling the mysterious power of nature.Ja: その瞬間、ユキは悟った。外からのインスピレーションを求めるのではなく、心の中に美しさと可能性を見つけることの大切さを。En: In that moment, Yuki realized something important: the importance of finding beauty and possibilities within one's heart, rather than seeking inspiration externally.Ja: 海斗も到着し、3人でその花を眺めながら、言葉なくしてその美しさを共有した。En: Kaito also arrived, and the three of them shared the beauty of the flower without words.Ja: ユキの心は軽くなり、新たな希望に満ちていた。En: Yuki's heart felt lighter, filled with new hope.Ja: それは、寒い冬の中で咲いた一輪の桜のように、予期せぬ美しさの可能性がどこにでもあるということを教えてくれた。En: It taught him that unexpected beauty, like a cherry blossom blooming in the cold of winter, could exist anywhere.Ja: 夕暮れ時、新宿御苑を後にする時、ユキの歩調は以前よりも軽快で、心の中には新しいインスピレーションが芽生えていた。En: As dusk fell and they left Shinjuku Gyoen, Yuki's steps were lighter than before, and new inspiration was budding in his heart.Ja: ユキは友人たちと笑いながら、未来に向けて歩み始めた。En: Laughing with his friends, Yuki began to step toward the future. Vocabulary Words:settled: 積もりrecovery: 回復restriction: 制限crunching: キュッと鳴るanxious: 焦っていたadjusted: 巻き直しbarren: 冬枯れのblossom: 咲いていたpetals: 花びらfeatureless: 背に浮かんでいたawe: 呆然とsymbolize: 象徴しているmystical: 不思議なinspiration: インスピレーションunbelievable: 信じられないechoed: 響くwhispered: つぶやいたfrustration: 苛立ちlimitations: 不自由さgaze: 視線swaying: 揺れるdusk: 夕暮れ時unexpected: 予期せぬpossibilities: 可能性budding: 芽生えていたdistant: 遠くのcalmed: 和ませたcalmness: 静かにdawn: 始めたmeaning: 悟った

A recent 59:23 half-marathon for American long-distance star Alex Maier wasn't a case of him catching lightning in a bottle.It was the culmination of years of quiet dominance: from Oklahoma State to national titles, American records, and a seamless transition to the roads.And with his stellar race in Houston, he's now the second-fastest U.S. man of all time at the half-marathon distance. But this isn't a random one-off occurrence. In 2025, he won the Düsseldorf Marathon in April with a time of 2:08:33; it was a top-15 all-time mark for a U.S. runner. He also claimed his first national title in March in Atlanta, running 1:00:48 to secure a spot on Team USA; and then set a 10-mile American record of 45:15 at the Cherry Blossom 10 Mile in April. He was a former standout at Oklahoma State, where he earned multiple First-Team All-America honors, including a 5th-place finish at the 2022 NCAA Cross Country Championships. He also placed in the top 10 at the NCAA Indoor Championships in the 3,000m and 5,000m in 2023.He's gone from NCAA standout to national champion; from American records at 10 miles on the road to becoming the second-fastest U.S. half marathoner ever.His trajectory is impossible to ignore. And the most interesting part? It all feels like he's just getting started.Tap into the Alex Maier Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. Comment the word “PODCAST” below and I'll DM you a link to listen. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!S H O W  N O T E S-The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rs-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffz

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Send us a textWeddings are beautiful… but wow, they can get expensive fast.This week, we sat down with the powerhouse duo behind Cherry Blossom Weddings & Events, Owner and Founder Alexandra Pare and Senior Event Designer Alison Golt. With nearly 20 years in the industry and a thriving seven-person team, they've seen it all, the magic, the mishaps, and the money traps most couples never see coming.Alex and Alison walk us through the real behind-the-scenes of wedding planning, from vendor contracts to hidden costs to the small decisions that snowball into a much bigger bill. Their lens is honest, grounded, and so refreshing. If you've ever wondered what actually drives the budget or whether DIY really saves money, this conversation is just for you!We talk about what couples tend to overspend on, how to navigate confusing vendor quotes, and why having a clear budget before you book anything can be a total game changer. Alex and Alison also share their stories from the field including DIY projects gone sideways, floral budgets that would make your eyes pop and the little details couples never know they'll have to decide on.Whether you're planning a full wedding weekend or keeping things simple, the wisdom in this episode will help you make smarter choices, protect your budget, and still create a beautiful day you love. If you want a wedding you love without the financial regret later, this one is a must-listen!For real strategies you can use to cut costs without guilt, join us December 18th for Money Talks: Building Your Smart Wedding Budget. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions! Follow & connect with Cherry Blossom:Website Instagram: @cherryblossomeventsdcFacebook  Follow & connect with us! Website Facebook Page Facebook group Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube Reddit Resources Have questions? Click this to check out our expert Q&A for tips from industry experts, tailored to help women address their most common financial concerns. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive financial tips delivered weekly here! Explore our free guides to help you on your financial journey

This week I had the pleasure of talking all things housewives with my friend Carlos J. Harris! Check out the visual on YouTube! We talked the recent Potomac/Atl arrests, Salt Lake City (the ladies are TAKING IT) and the girls down in the P (they are doing their jobs!) Let's GO! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bath & Body Works is bringing Fresh Balsam to Grand Central Terminal, movie theaters, and interactive mall kiosks in what beauty expert Kelly Carey calls "my favorite marketing campaign of the year." But is piping fragrance into public spaces genius brand awareness or an invasive marketing tactic? Kelly breaks down why this campaign is perfectly timed to recapture awareness in a booming fragrance market, while the panel debates the opt-in vs. opt-out question when scent is thrust upon consumers. From middle school Cherry Blossom memories to concerns about sensory overload in movie theaters, this discussion covers the full spectrum of experiential marketing. Sponsored A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso. For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/j0UulTYE5_8 #BathAndBodyWorks #ExperientialMarketing #HolidayMarketing #FragranceRetail #RetailInnovation

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a textKevin Smith is a 56-year-old masters runner and multiple Canadian record holder from Mississauga, Ontario. When he turned 55, Kevin set out on an audacious mission: to chase 12 Canadian road running records in 12 months. He achieved 6 of them — and “failed” at 6 — but Kevin doesn't see that as a setback. For him, failure is simply the toll we pay for chasing big dreams. And nobody, he claims, has failed more than he has!Kevin discovered his potential as a high school athlete under the guidance of a coach who helped him fall in love with the sport. But his journey has been far from linear. Kevin has battled more than his fair share of injuries over the years — any one of which could have ended his running career. A physiotherapist once told him he should have never taken up the sport in the first place! Instead, Kevin doubled down on understanding his body, created what he calls "exercise snacks," and learned the importance of the other 23 hours a day when he's not running.Those decades of perseverance have paid off. Kevin is now one of the top masters runners in North America… and even the world. Along the way he built a business — Marathon Dynamics Inc.— to help others train smarter, stay healthy, and keep chasing their own finish lines.If you're an injury-prone runner or someone who feels like you've had more setbacks than successes, this episode will inspire you to keep going. Because with enough patience, curiosity, and grit, you too can become a “pretty old runner who runs pretty fast.”In This Episode, We Talk About:How Kevin reignited his passion for running later in lifeThe mindset behind his “12 records at 55” questWhy failure is a critical ingredient of successHow he gamified Strava and embraced “exercise snacks”The key lifestyle habits that matter more than mileageHis role as coach and founder of Marathon DynamicsWhy it's never too late to get fasterKevin's Canadian M55-59 Records5 Mile - 27:51 - Waterloo Runway 5 Miler - Aug 202515K - 53:19 - (within the) Cherry Blossom 10 Mile (Wash/US) - Apr 202510 Mile - 57:29 - Cherry Blossom 10 Mile - Apr 2025 (had broken/set the record previously in Dec 2024 at the Boxing Day 10 Miler in Hamilton)Half Marathon - 1:15:42 - Toronto Waterfront Half - Oct 202430K - 1:54:02 - (within the) Toronto Waterfront Marathon - Oct 25Connect with Kevin:Instagram: @marathondynamics Website: marathondynamics.comConnect with Inspired Soles & Carolyn:Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinBrowse 250+ episodes in the archivesSubscribe, rate & review to support the showYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

De grote nieuwe healing fiction-bestseller uit Japan: De Cherry Blossom Bookshop van Takuya Asakura. Uitgegeven door HarperCollins Spreker: Machteld van der Gaag

In Keep Canada Weird Jordan and Aaron Airport explore the weird and offbeat Canadian news stories from the past week. In this episode your hosts discuss; Canada Post Strikes Again U-Pick Apple Chaos in Ontario Mysterious Blackish Red Dust Cherry Blossoms Resellers Series Links Keep Canada Weird Series: ⁠https://www.thecanadiangothic.com/keep-canada-weird⁠ Send a voice memo:⁠ www.thecanadiangothic.com/contact⁠ Join the Keep Canada Weird Discussion Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepcanadaweird⁠ Provide feedback and comments on the episode: ⁠thecanadiangothic.com/contact⁠ Subscribe to the show: ⁠thecanadiangothic.com/subscribe⁠ Contact: Website:⁠ https://www.thecanadiangothic.com⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheCanadianGothic⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/nighttimepod⁠ Support the show: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/nighttimepodcast⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Keep Canada Weird Jordan and Aaron Airport explore the weird and offbeat Canadian news stories from the past week. In this episode your hosts discuss; Canada Post Strikes Again U-Pick Apple Chaos in Ontario Mysterious Blackish Red Dust Cherry Blossoms Resellers Series Links Keep Canada Weird Series: ⁠https://www.thecanadiangothic.com/keep-canada-weird⁠ Send a voice memo:⁠ www.thecanadiangothic.com/contact⁠ Join the Keep Canada Weird Discussion Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepcanadaweird⁠ Provide feedback and comments on the episode: ⁠thecanadiangothic.com/contact⁠ Subscribe to the show: ⁠thecanadiangothic.com/subscribe⁠ Contact: Website:⁠ https://www.thecanadiangothic.com⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheCanadianGothic⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/nighttimepod⁠ Support the show: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/nighttimepodcast⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doujin Review Synopsis: When a half courageous half crackhead salaryman notices a sexy yet neglected Milf sitting at a train stop under the cherry blossoms, he musters his balls of steel to chat her up for way too damn long. One thing leads to another and the salaryman will learn the pain of what it truly means to hit it, quit it and say you never did it. Link to doujin: https://doujins.com/original-doujins-series/toba-yuga-a-cherry-blossom-on-a-winter-night-84336#

As the spring season takes hold, for many of us it can mean unsettled and temperamental weather. But in Christchurch, it's brought a pink and white wave of cherry blossoms which are on show across North Hagley park. Clouds of the flowers have transformed certain streets in the Garden City. Anna Sargent went to one of the popular spots to check them out.

Connor Group's Jim Neesen goes in-depth on the IPO market, including one of his clients that debuted Wednesday: Klarna. He says the fintech company has a "great growth story" in one of the year's most-anticipated public debuts. Jim adds that 2025 is shaping up to be the best year for IPOs since 2021 and explains how the seeds of this year's "cherry blossoms" for the IPO spring were set in place. He tells investors to watch for debuts down the road from names like Databricks, Cerebras, and Stubhub.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

WARNING: this episode includes conversation on suicide. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, dial 988. The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7/365; your conversations are free and confidential. You are not alone.Jason is joined by fellow radiomen CJ Morgan and Dale Dudley to discuss what a sh!tshow 2025 has been for CJ. SWAT situations, rehab, terminations, paralysis... nothing is left on the cutting room floor.For professional real estate guidance, contact Dale at 512-923-4098, email daledudley@realtyaustin.com or click https://daledudley.com/For more on CJ check out @thecjmorgan on Instagram which is also his Venmo handle. He accepts tips!Bonus episodes available at patreon.com/jasondick or https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/jason-dick/subscribe

Prolific Portland beatmaker and bass player MLTZR joins the fellas this week to drape us in warm, sonic blankets. Restless-but-disciplined, MLTZR is in constant search of vibes, grooves, and connections. We talk about the joys of collaboration, success in creation as an act of completion, exhausting his sonic curiosities, THC-infused wetnaps, and snacking on pickle chips. All that plus some license plate detective. None of us deserve an episode this good...but here we are. Music this week includes: "From the Yard" by MLTZR (27:10)"The Jody Grind" [Horace Silver cover] by MLTZR (43:41)"Cherry Blossom" by Foliage Beats (59:29)"Toucan Wing" by BoomBaptist (94:33)

Today's guest is someone whose life feels like a gentle invitation to pause, listen, and truly see. Meet Miyuki Seguchi, a bilingual travel expert, guide, and host of the Japan Experts podcast. Born among the rice paddies and mountain breezes of central Japan, Miyuki's path has led her across continents and cultures, all while staying deeply rooted in her homeland's rhythms and rituals. From working in top global newsrooms like The Wall Street Journal, NHK World, and GE, to interviewing travel industry giants, Miyuki's journalism background brings a human-centered approach to every story and itinerary. Today, she channels those storytelling gifts into creating custom travel experiences across Japan, helping travelers slow down, connect deeply, and walk away with lifelong memories. Miyuki shares her journey from rural Japan to global storytelling. If you're dreaming of cherry blossoms, steaming noodles, and lantern-lit streets, or just craving a slower, more intentional approach to travel, be sure to sign up for a free Japan travel guide and follow Miyuki on Instagram. A must listen! Thanks for listening to Speaking of Travel! Visit speakingoftravel.net for travel tips, travel stories, and ways you can become a more savvy traveler.

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In this episode, we chat with Alistair Cragg, coach of the highly successful Puma Elite Running team based in the Research Triangle of North Carolina. Cragg was a 3-time Irish Olympian with a lifetime best of 13:03 for 5000 meters. His wife and co-coach, Amy Hastings Cragg, represented the U.S. in the 2016 Olympic Marathon after winning the Olympic Marathon Trials that year. In February, 2024, Puma runner Fiona O'Keeffe won the Marathon Trials in Orlando in her very first marathon (she qualified with a fast half-marathon time. In early 2025, Puma runners continued to excel on the roads. At the USA Half Marathon Championships in Atlanta, both Taylor Roe and Alex Maier took the individual titles. Roe subsequently ran an eye-popping 49:53 in the Cherry Blossom 10-Mile, while Maier won the Dusseldorf Marathon in 2:08:33.Meanwhile O'Keeffe has healed from the injury that sidelined her at the Paris Olympics, and is training hard again. In our conversation with Alistair Cragg, he said that he could see her getting down to 2:15 in the marathon.Podcast segments include:Introduction to Alistair Cragg01:26Life as a Co-Coach and Family Man04:41Building the Puma Elite Running Team06:10Spotlight on Fiona O'Keeffe12:16Challenges at the Paris Olympics19:05The Future of Puma Athletes25:31Fiona's Journey and Team Dynamics27:38Success of Male Athletes in Dusseldorf28:45Alex Maier's Potential and Training Philosophy31:27The Impact of Shoe Technology on Performance36:07Balancing Training and Injury Prevention39:56Training Philosophy and Building Strength46:25The State of Distance Running49:44Puma is now claiming to have ⁠the world's fastest running shoe.⁠ Its athletes appear to be equally fast.For more about the Puma Elite runners, check out ⁠PumaEliteRunning.com⁠ and follow the team on ⁠Instagram.WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"Use your smartphone to download podcast apps from Apple, Spotify, Pandora, or YouTube Podcasts. Once you've selected your favorite app, search for "running state of the sport."With your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can also listen direct to “Running: State of the Sport” at the below internet links.AppleSpotifyAudiblePandoraI Heart RadioYouTube"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com. Marathon Handbook is the world's leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels."Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.

Inutaro lands on Planet Wetfood just as the Cat God sends his divine feline warriors to deal with him and his friends. OP theme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9QnqZW3V9o ED theme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yc3i9CKJzmI E1 on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/e1podcast Starring Charles Austin, Alana Branson, Alex Branson, Raina Douris, Nate Fisher, Andrew Hudson, Nick @JucheMane, Emily Whittemore, and Ty Wood Featuring Dan Boeckner, Ben Clarkson, Hesse Deni, Julian Feeld, Mike Hale, Alex Nichols, Molly Mary O'Brien, Branson Reese, Jake Rockatansky, Nate Ruess, Will Sennett, Chris Wade, Thomas White, Patches, Molly @mollydeez, and Ray @atomicpunk1312. Written by Charles Austin and Alex Branson Video by Ben Clarkson Edited by Charles Austin Theme Song by Charles Austin lyrics by Twisty

We kicked off the Move Her Mind event series with ASICS in DC at the Cherry Blossom 10-Miler. This year, the Megs will be traveling around the country, hosting group runs and panels and bringing in experts to chat on all sorts of topics - keeping the conversations meaningful and impactful with the goal of getting more women moving. To kick-off the series, we headed down to DC to host a conversation about the results of ASICS' global study on the gender exercise gap with study co-chair Dr. Dee Dlugonski and ASICS Sound Mind, Sound Body Ambassador, Tenia Fisher.We've got several more stops, so join us at a city near you and bonus points if you bring a friend who needs your support & encouragement to start a movement habit. And if you're not able to attend in person, we'll be sharing all of these conversations right here on Fuel for the Sole. For more details: https://www.asics.com/us/en-us/move-her-mind/

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'Sleep Came Early' is part of the series A Year in Scotland. This is the April episode.Join me for a journey to Helensburgh on the Firth of Clyde and let's explore Scotland in April, the month of "hanami" and a sleepy Cailleach.In this story, we travel to the Victorian seaside resort of Helensburgh, we'll dive into the backstory of this coastal town and its illustrious inhabitants. We indulge in "hanami" (the Japanese art of flower viewing), visit Hill House, and round off our day out at sea.Visit my website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript, photos from my trip and links to all the places & resources I mention in this episode.Help us spread the word about Wild for Scotland! If you hear something you like in this episode, take a screenshot and share what you like about it on your Instagram stories. And tag us @wildforscotland so we can say thank you! Let me help you plan your DREAM TRIP to Scotland! Book a free enquiry call to find out more. Browse my Scotland itineraries for your next trip.Connect with me on Instagram @wildforscotland!Join our email list to never miss an episode.Planning a trip to Scotland? Check out my Scotland blog Watch Me See!

On the heels of a tough budget season, and with looming federal funding cuts, Mayor Branndon Johnson is hoping to get ahead of what is shaping up to be yet another grueling budget fight. On Monday, he signed an executive order launching a budget working group and a review of city spending. Alex Nitkin from the Illinois Answers Project explains how this could set the stage for difficult budget considerations like staffing and service cuts. Plus, we discuss high “bonuses” for ward aides, the city's reparations task force, and this weekend's Cherry Blossom festival. Good News: Off Beat Tour Get more from City Cast Chicago when you become a City Cast Chicago Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this April 25 episode: Babbel – Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames – Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Moats Entertainment – Save $5 with code CityCast Paramount Theatre – Save $5 off each ticket with Code CityCast. Offer is good for up to 4 tickets  Cozy Earth – Use code COZYCHICAGO for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

DC Comics Ep 585: Detective Comics Poor Ending, Grodd's Freaky Friday, Ghost Cop, Cherry Blossoms & More Keywords: DC Comics, DC Comics Podcast, Batman, Superman, World's Finest, Flash, Green Lantern, comics, comic Gabe's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@comicalopinions Gray's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2NfSPGZ5OFcek6Baw3iQQw SuS Records: https://www.youtube.com/@SusRecordsCEO Jared's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ComicsLeague Jared's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3jv6I2edZ8lpc02gJEHw3e?si=cb5f48a6f8d84add Simon's Pub: The Sack O'Potatoes Dr. Matt's Advice of the Week: “It takes a big man to cry, but it takes a bigger man to laugh at that man.” Stork's Guilty Pleasure: EuroTrip (Not the Movie)  - His Podcast: https://besottedgeek.podbean.com/   Join us on Friday Nights @ 7:15 PM EST on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@WeirdScienceComics when we do the Absolute show LIVE!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WeirdScienceComics This Week's Patreon-Exclusive Spotlight Show is Summer of Superman Special #1 (w/ Sus Gabe) & Wonder Woman #20 (w/ Jared) Listen to the Spotlight Podcast by signing up to our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/weirdscience   0:00:00 - Intro 0:10:26 - News 0:22:02 - Detective Comics #1096 1:09:51 - Batman / Superman: World's Finest #38 1:34:06 - Nightwing #125 2:05:12 - Titans #22 2:29:36 - Retro Book of Week - Star Trek #22 (1986) 3:10:16 - Zatanna #3 3:44:36 - Challengers of the Unknown #5 4:21:09 - DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #2 4:46:08 - Next Week's Books   FOLLOW WEIRD SCIENCE COMICS Twitter:  https://twitter.com/WeirdScienceDC  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/weirdscience DC Comics Review Site: https://bit.ly/WeirdScienceDC Marvel Review Site: https://bit.ly/WeirdScienceMarvel   SUBSCRIBE TO WEIRD SCIENCE COMIC PODCASTS:  DC Comics Podcast iTunes - https://apple.co/47jNeme Spotify - https://spoti.fi/2XzDALI Stitcher - https://bit.ly/45XPtKS   Marvel Comics Podcast iTunes - https://apple.co/3u1xxSh Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3QJFAfe Pandora - https://bit.ly/3Qq5cwd YT - https://bit.ly/WeirdSciencePodcasts

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The boys are back in town, except now Robbe has ventured off to Spain. But that's okay, as Karl joins Thomas and Meg in front of the camera this week to recap their adventure in Kenya with Kiprun to unveil their new race shoe, the KD900X LAB - a 5K/10K racer which seems pretty promising. Plus, Meg recaps her time in D.C. for the start of the Asics Move Her Mind Event Series as well as racing the Cherry Blossom 10-miler. This episode is a pretty long one, so hopefully you're running enough miles out there to cover the entire thing.WAHOO FITNESS Discover the KICKR RUN, a groundbreaking reimagination of the treadmill from Wahoo. Its innovative RunFree mode lets you run naturally—automatically adjusting to your pace without having to press a button. Plus, effortlessly sync with training devices to optimize your indoor workouts and achieve your goals. Learn more: https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills/?rfsn=8167444.8594e18 SWIFTWICKThe best running socks in the game, Swiftwick just launched their new spring collection this week, and Drop listeners can get 15% off their first purchase with code BELIEVE15. Shop here: https://swiftwick.com/collections/believeLMNTIt's warming up, which means you're sweating more, which means you need more salt. Like, a lot more. Luckily, LMNT has 1000 mg of the stuff, as well as potassium and magnesium. Get your free 8-count LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: http://drinklmnt.com/thedropMICHAEL BONSBY HVAC We talk a lot about performance and recovery—but let's be real, if your home's not comfortable, neither is your training. That's why we teamed up with Michael Bonsby HVAC, a local Maryland legend and part of the Zephyr Home Services crew. They helped us out big time, and now they're offering Believe in the Run listeners $50 off any service or new install. Spring is almost here, so get ready to elevate your cool down after this summer's hottest runs. They've got you covered, so book your service now at www.michaelbonsbyhvac.com.

"{Houston} was a really great season opener and showed me again that I could fuel like I even fuel in the half marathon now, it's I'm able to take fuel. It's, and sustain my training and feel healthy and finishing strong in my races," shares Molly Bookmyer. Bookmyer is an elite distance runner based in Columbus OH. She walked onto the Ohio State XC/Track and FIeld teams, but left the sport before graduating because of some frustrating injuries and health issues. She wasn't getting regular periods, which actually led to her healthcare team discovering a small brain tumor. After some time away from the sport she got back into distance running and eventually qualified for both the 2020 and 2024 Marathon Olympic Trials. While her marathon and half-marathon times have improved over the years—she ran a PR and won the 2024 Twin Cities Marathon in 2:28, and ran a half-marathon PR at the 2025 Houston Marathon with a 1:09—she has also navigated some intense challenges with gut health and fueling.  We recorded this right before she traveled to DC where she ran the Cherry Blossom 10-miler, which she finished in 52:42, 8th overall female and 7th american. As she shared on Instagram, she “Ran over a minute PR in the 10 mile race and snagged a 10k PR of 32:11 in the process”.  Next up is London, so we'll be virtually cheering for her in a few weeks! This episode covers a lot! We discuss:  Her 14th place finish at the Half marathon championships in March 2025 Why she's planning to do more races this year How she walked onto the XC/TF team at Ohio State in college, her experience as a collegiate athlete, and why she quit after a few years How she found out she had a small brain tumor,which may have been related to her experience with amenorrhea  Why and how she got back into high level/elite running, which only a few years later landed her in 3rd place at the 2019 US 25K Championship How her fueling has evolved, especially after two stress fractures in/around 2020, and then a very unpleasant experience during the 2022 Houston Marathon Her gluten-free fueling strategies and what's working well for her now Her water bottle secret for elites And her post-race journaling prompts!  Follow Molly on Instagram to cheer her on, @MollyBookie.  Follow Lane 9 @Lane9Project.  Connect with a women's health and sport clinician to get support with YOUR fueling, mental health, and/or period health by going to Lane9Project.org/directory. 

Candace Cameron Bure steps Behind The Rope. Fresh off her stint as Cherry Blossom on Fox's The Masked Singer, Candace is here to mention it all.  Candace talks about what it was like to be a child actor on a hit TV show for 8 stellar seasons on Full House. She talks cast mates - Bob, John, Dave, Jodie, Mary Kate and Ashley, Lori, Andrea and what it was like to reprise her role as DJ Tanner decades later on Fuller House. Candace talks about her two season arc on The View, all the criticism that came with that and why she ultimately said yes to that gig. She chats her third place finish in DWTS, shares her thoughts on the Real Housewives, if she would ever join RHOBH and whether there will ever be another incarnation of Full House. Finally, Candace talks the loss of Bob Sagat and how he inspired her to say yes to her epic too short lived appearance on this seasons Masked Singer! @candacecameronbure @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: STRAWBERRY - Strawberry.me/VELVET (Get 20% Off Your First Month & Take Charge Of Your Future With The Help Of a Certified Coach) RO - ro.co/velvet (For Prescription Compounded GLP-1s At a Fraction Of The Cost Of The Name Brands) MEANINGFUL BEAUTY - meaningfulbeauty.com/velvet (Get 25% Off Cindy Crawford's Beauty Line & The Targeted Treatment Duo GIFT SET for FREE) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  MOOD - www.mood.com/velvet (20% Off With Code Velvet on Federally Legal THC Shipped Right To Your Door) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact David@advertising-execs.com MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The inaugural Grand Slam Track is in the books. What went right, what went wrong, and what were our thoughts? as Emmauel Wanyonyi pulled the upset over the Olympic milers Hocker, Kerr and Nuguse and picked up $100,000 as so did Grant Fisher in a controversial fashion. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone cruised to her $100,000 while at the Cherry Blossom 10 miler Taylor Roe broke the world best and was fantastic as Charles Hicks got the win on the men's side over Alex Maier who got the Americna record. If you love this podcast, rate us on your podcast app and join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club to get a 2nd podcast every week. https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: 00:00 Grand Slam Track, Cherry Blossom 00:22 Start 03:12 Kingston Event Highlights and Analysis 09:24 Men's 3000 Meters: Grant Fisher focuses on the Slam lets Hagos Gebrhiwet run away 23:51 Men's 800: Marco Arop impressed, 1500 runners fizzle 31:57 Discussion on Event Format and Future Improvements 35:22 What happened to Josh Kerr? 42:06 Warning to Athlos and Diamond League 51:29 Fan Engagement 01:01:44 Women's 5000 01:04:59 More Grant Fisher 01:11:29 Trade Wejo? 01:11:53 Jakob 01:16:32 Sydney & Her Future Plans 01:25:58 Grand Slam Track vs. Diamond League 01:29:31 Kenny B and Melissa Jefferson's Doubles 01:33:42 Cherry Blossom 10-Miler: Taylor Roe World Best, Charles Hicks Wants to Run for USA 01:36:42 Charles Hicks' Victory and Alex Maier's National Record 01:38:49 Joe Klecker and Drew Hunter 01:39:37 Taylor Rowe Conversions 01:50:11 Michael Johnson- do we need to tweak distance format? 01:59:01 Fan Lottery 02:05:05 Flotrack 02:09:23 Jon's Betting Succe$$ 02:12:32 Jon's Soccer Update Contact us: Email podcast@letsrun.com or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/8b965612-703b-412c-9b87-7fff61b096ed

In this episode of I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey explore the colorful world of theme park merchandise—from Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival to Universal's Epic Universe rollout—and spotlight a pastel plush lineup that's taking over Japan (and maybe your shelf next). Figment's Flattening at Flower & Garden – Lauren shares her thoughts on Disney's 3D-printed topiaries, the orange spirit jersey, and whether Figment is looking a little… squished this year. Captain Cacao and Universal Merch Madness – Jim breaks down Universal's plans to “Adopt a Dragon,” upgrade wands with haptic tech, and introduce new mascots, including a butter beer-loving bear. Cherry Blossom Duffy and the Pastel Plush Invasion – From Baymax in bloom to sleepy Marie, Jim and Lauren review Japan's newest spring merch—and speculate if Duffy's soft-spoken friends will ever click stateside. Bounding for the Gala – Lauren previews her Disneybound look for the Epcot 40th Anniversary Gala, complete with Cinderella blue and glass slipper energy. Flower & Garden Tips – A rundown of the Egg-stravaganza scavenger hunt, the collectible prize system, and why it's one of the best festival activities for families on a budget. This episode is filled with plush previews, theme park strategies, and the delightful chaos of spring merch season. Be Our Guest Vacations Planning your next Disney vacation? Be Our Guest Vacations is a Platinum-level Earmarked travel agency with concierge-level service to make every trip magical. Their team of expert agents plans vacations across the globe, from Disney and Universal to cruises and adventures, ensuring you have the best possible experience without the stress. Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In Episode 492 of District of Conservation, Gabriella recounts her first Tidal Basin cherry blossom scouting trip in several years and how National Park Service lands, managed by Dept of Interior, serve as a backdrop for sakura each spring. Tune in to learn more!SHOW NOTESRestoring, Preserving, and Enriching the National MALLVERIFY: Yes, it's illegal to shake or pluck the cherry blossom trees in DCLearn More About the Cherry Blossoms

300 Episodes! Come along with us as we celebrate our 300th episode by keeping in moving talking about life in DC and the USA in 2025. We speak about Earn Your Leisure falling off, Tr*mp and his cronies potential $1 Billion dollar effect on DC, and the Commonwealth + District Running Collective upcoming partnership for the Cherry Blossom race in early DC. We also discuss the wider release of Chase B's hat with Lids, unlocked phones in the 90s and early 2000s, Formula 1 shutting down Las Vegas with Kellen and #StreetwearEddy and much more - SOCKS ARE ON THE WAY, get your patreon up!Support the show

The Tidal Basin, the entry point to Washington, D.C. and home to the Jefferson Memorial, is at its most colorful and vibrant this weekend. The city’s historic cherry blossoms are in full bloom. Lisa Desjardins has more on the history and symbolism behind these national treasures. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

HIIIIIIIIIII! And Happy Eclipse Season everyone! We are right in the thick of it these weeks and life is changing and shifting all around each and every one of us! This week I am introducing you to Brian Hite, a man who has quite a tale to tell. From high school lighting technician to Hollywood stuntman, Brian said "Yes!" to each and every invitation that came his way. I love his story of how he followed the breadcrumbs to the life that he is living today-reminds me of the story of "The Alchemist" and the boy who follows the signs the World is giving to him, or the invitations the World extends to him, and how accepting those invitations makes all the difference. Living in concert with the World, with Creation, opens us up to so much more magic, it quite literally, can change everything! To read up on Brian and his work in the world, click here! REMEMBER TO SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS...it will change their lives FOREVER!! Your bit of beauty is this: LIVE FOOTAGE from the National Mall of the Cherry Blossoms and their beautiful unfurling these next few weeks. Check it out when you have the time!

HIIIIIIIIIII! And Happy Eclipse Season everyone! We are right in the thick of it these weeks and life is changing and shifting all around each and every one of us! This week I am introducing you to Brian Hite, a man who has quite a tale to tell. From high school lighting technician to Hollywood stuntman, Brian said "Yes!" to each and every invitation that came his way. I love his story of how he followed the breadcrumbs to the life that he is living today-reminds me of the story of "The Alchemist" and the boy who follows the signs the World is giving to him, or the invitations the World extends to him, and how accepting those invitations makes all the difference. Living in concert with the World, with Creation, opens us up to so much more magic, it quite literally, can change everything! To read up on Brian and his work in the world, click here! REMEMBER TO SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS...it will change their lives FOREVER!! Your bit of beauty is this: LIVE FOOTAGE from the National Mall of the Cherry Blossoms and their beautiful unfurling these next few weeks. Check it out when you have the time!

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Trump signs order outlining plans to make DC 'safe and beautiful' Trump pulls Rep. Elise Stefanik's nomination to be US ambassador to UN amid tight GOP House majority Ari Fleischer on X: "No one is talking about this part of the Signal call, but in many ways it’s the most important revelation. European Navy ships are militarily incapable of defending against Houthi attacks. A rag tag militia built by Iran is stronger than French, British, etc navies. Disgraceful Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc. Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, March 28, 2025 / 5 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new drug shows signs of delaying Alzheimer's symptoms in those who are genetically predisposed to the disease and a surprising skeleton discovery could rewrite our history of the pyramids. Plus, On This Day in History, the first cherry blossom trees are planted in Washington D.C. Anti-amyloid drug shows signs of preventing Alzheimer's dementia | ScienceDaily Researchers find a hint at how to delay Alzheimer's symptoms. Now they have to prove it | AP News Strange skeleton discovery could rewrite our history of the pyramids | BBC Science Focus Magazine Japanese cherry trees planted along the Potomac | March 27, 1912 | HISTORY Mrs. Taft and the Cherry Blossoms - White House Historical Association Sponsored by Factor -use code coolstuff50off to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping.  Contact the show - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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It’s almost peak bloom in Washington, D.C., which means it’s time for our annual cherry blossom celebration! But first, some federal funding news: Columbia University will give in to far-reaching demands by President Donald Trump to restore threatened federal funding. We’ll get into what kind of precedent the move sets for higher education. And, the U.S. Department of Agriculture will cancel $500 million in food deliveries. Rural food banks could be impacted most. Plus, we’ll play a blossom-themed round of Half Full/Half Empty! Here’s everything we talked about today: “Trump weighs in on report King Charles will offer U.S. Commonwealth membership” from The Independent “Columbia Yields to Trump in Battle Over Federal Funding” from The Wall Street Journal “USDA cancels $500M in food deliveries, leaving food banks scrambling” from The Washington Post “Ohio among best places to see cherry blossoms blooming. Here’s where” from The Columbus Dispatch “Cherry Blossom predictions are in! Will AI bloom or bust?” from George Mason University “Beyond the bud: How the nation’s pink trees became an indicator of changing climate” from WBAL “2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival set to boost DC tourism” from ABC7 News Donate to our March fundraiser to get classic public media thank-you gifts! https://support.marketplace.org/smart-sn

It’s almost peak bloom in Washington, D.C., which means it’s time for our annual cherry blossom celebration! But first, some federal funding news: Columbia University will give in to far-reaching demands by President Donald Trump to restore threatened federal funding. We’ll get into what kind of precedent the move sets for higher education. And, the U.S. Department of Agriculture will cancel $500 million in food deliveries. Rural food banks could be impacted most. Plus, we’ll play a blossom-themed round of Half Full/Half Empty! Here’s everything we talked about today: “Trump weighs in on report King Charles will offer U.S. Commonwealth membership” from The Independent “Columbia Yields to Trump in Battle Over Federal Funding” from The Wall Street Journal “USDA cancels $500M in food deliveries, leaving food banks scrambling” from The Washington Post “Ohio among best places to see cherry blossoms blooming. Here’s where” from The Columbus Dispatch “Cherry Blossom predictions are in! Will AI bloom or bust?” from George Mason University “Beyond the bud: How the nation’s pink trees became an indicator of changing climate” from WBAL “2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival set to boost DC tourism” from ABC7 News Donate to our March fundraiser to get classic public media thank-you gifts! https://support.marketplace.org/smart-sn

Narrator: Jessika Downes-Gössl

Comedian Christine Bortolin returns to talk riding the Greyhound, Cherry Blossoms, and unexpected sequels. Follow us: Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky.

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