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Meet Tricia Copeland. She is an award-winning author of books for youth and young adults. Mostly she writes fantasy books, but as we learn during this episode, she also does write some romance books.   Tricia says that as a child she hated writing. Even so, she went to school and eventually she went to college where she received a degree in Microbiology. She also attained a Master's degree. She then went to work for a chemical company. After four years she found herself beginning a journey of technical writing and writing patterns and supporting materials.   After a few years Tricia became a stay-at-home-mom for a time. She tells us how she loved to tell stories and entertain her children.   We learn how she wrote her first fiction book series in 2015-16 about her time facing anorexia. In real life, she faced this and overcame it. She then began writing fantasy youth books and realized not only that she could write, but that she did not hate writing at all. She has written several series and has plans for more.     About the Guest:   Tricia Copeland is the critically acclaimed and award-winning author of Kingdom of Embers, To be Fae Queen, Lovelock Ones, and Azreya, Aztec Priestess, and dozens of other titles. She is the host of the Finding the Magic Book Podcast who weaves magical stories about love, courage, and finding your passion.   Tricia began her author journey with a women's fiction series, the Being Me series, which is an adaptation of her experience with anorexia. Afterwards she quickly pivoted to her favorite genre, fantasy. Her young adult fantasy series highlight themes including resilience, perseverance, faith, loyalty, trust, friendship, family, and love. They include the Kingdom Journals and Realm Chronicles series that find witches, vampires, and fae fighting an evil spirit determined to end them all. She tempers the high stakes drama in these books with her fun rom coms in the Perfect romance series.   Tricia Copeland believes in finding magic. She thinks magic infuses every aspect of our lives, whether it is the magic of falling in love, discovering a new passion, seeing a beautiful sunset, or reading a book that transports us to another world. An avid runner and Georgia native, Tricia now lives with her family and four-legged friends in Colorado. Find all her titles including contemporary romance, now penned under Maria Jane, young adult fantasy, and dystopian fiction at www.triciacopeland.com.   Ways to connect with Tricia:   https://triciacopeland.com https://www.facebook.com/TriciaCopelandAuthor/ https://www.instagram.com/authortriciacopeland/ https://twitter.com/tcbrzostowicz https://www.tiktok.com/@triciacopelandauthor https://www.youtube.com/@triciacopelandauthor https://www.amazon.com/stores/Tricia-Copeland/author/B00YHN5Q4G https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14055439.Tricia_Copeland https://www.bookbub.com/authors/tricia-copeland     About the Host:   Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog.   Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards.   https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/   accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/       Thanks for listening!   Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! 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The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.     Michael Hingson ** 01:17 Well, hello everyone. We're really glad to have you here, wherever you may happen to be listening in from. We're really glad that you're listening to unstoppable mindset. I'm your host, Michael hingson, and our guest today is Tricia Copeland. Tricia is a prolific author. I use that word absolutely without any any concern, a prolific author of children's books, especially in the fantasy world. So she has been doing this a while and and also has an interesting story just of her life to tell. So we're going to go into all of that and delve in and see where we go. So Tricia, I want to welcome you to unstoppable mindset. We're really glad you're here.   Tricia Copeland ** 02:05 Thank you, Michael, I appreciate you having me, and I do want to make a little edit to that intro. Okay, go ahead. My books are young adult to New Adult books, so ages 13 plus mostly, all right,   Michael Hingson ** 02:19 so young adult to new adult. All right, that's fair. So how do you feel that your books fall into the range of things like the Harry Potter series and so on, sort of the same age groups,   Tricia Copeland ** 02:40 right? Genre adjacent, I have a series, The Kingdom Journal series, which includes three witches that have to break a curse on the witch lines. So the witches have to find each other as well as figure out how to break the curse using various forms of magic. So not really the same as Harry Potter, but definitely with with the witches, and the kind of contemporary world that Harry Potter is. But actually, I won't say that, because I haven't I think Harry Potter is mostly in the contemporary world, right? I didn't read all the books. I have to admit that he's   Michael Hingson ** 03:18 somewhat in the contemporary world, but, but I was thinking more of from a standpoint of the same type of age group.   Tricia Copeland ** 03:25 Yes, I think a younger reader. I think people started reading Harry Potter maybe around 10 or 11. And these books have older teenagers to start, age 1718, so 13 Plus is a good indicator. I think the other   Michael Hingson ** 03:42 thing I would observe about Harry Potter is that there are a lot of people who aren't necessarily teenagers or young adults, including me, who have read them and enjoyed them. I think that that Harry Potter certainly brought an interesting dimension to reading for teenagers especially, and hopefully young adults, because a lot of people did catch on to them, and they they had a great theme, and you do some of the same sorts of things by virtue of the fact of what you're writing and who you're writing it for,   Tricia Copeland ** 04:17 right? They definitely caught adult eyes and hearts and minds too   Michael Hingson ** 04:23 well, tell us somewhat about the early Trisha growing up and so on. Love to learn a little bit more about you, and then we can talk about whatever we feel is relevant to talk about the early Tricia,   Tricia Copeland ** 04:35 right? Well, I grew up in rural South Georgia, small town in south Georgia, and always loved reading and hiking and the outdoors, and very quickly, knew that maybe I didn't want to be in a small town forever. So I went to college in Atlanta, and I got a degree in microbiology, and from there, I got a master's. Degree, and I started my career in Central Research and Development at a chemical company, a large chemical company. So I was looking at making chemicals from microbes. And that was very exciting. That was my dream job that I'd always wanted. So that was very cool to be able to achieve that goal, and I actually didn't like writing until I started doing more technical writing with papers and patents.   Michael Hingson ** 05:29 Technical writing can be boring, but people could make it more exciting than oftentimes they do. I would say I've had to do some of it. I understand   Tricia Copeland ** 05:39 well, you have to like the topic, right? If you don't like the topic, you're not going to like the paper,   Michael Hingson ** 05:45 right? But also, I think that a lot of technical writers write and it's all very factual, but I think even in technical writing, it would be better if writers could do some things to draw in readers. And I've always felt that about textbooks. For example, my master's degree and bachelor's degree are in physics, and I've always maintained that the the physics people who write these books, who are oftentimes fairly substantial characters in in the genre, if you will, or in the field, could do a lot more to interest people in science and physics by rather than just doing these technical books, telling some stories along the way, and bringing people in and making people relate more to the topic. And they don't do that like I think at least that they should.   Tricia Copeland ** 06:36 I guess that can be said, maybe for every technical Yeah. Area,   Michael Hingson ** 06:43 yeah, it would be nice if technical writers spend a little bit of time, but of course, then the other side of it is that the industry doesn't want that. So what do you   Tricia Copeland ** 06:54 do? It may be a catch 22 on that one   Michael Hingson ** 06:56 might be, but that's okay. So how long did you stay working at the tech at the chemical companies and so on?   Tricia Copeland ** 07:06 I was in the lab for four years, and then I moved into the patent Legal Group. So I began my career as a Patent Agent, and now that's what I do for a living. My day job is that I help clients draft and file their patent applications.   Michael Hingson ** 07:22 So you have your own business doing that. I do, yes, oh,   Tricia Copeland ** 07:28 well, I write by day and I write by night.   Michael Hingson ** 07:32 Yeah, well, that can be pretty exciting, though. You get all sorts of interesting things to write about. I   Tricia Copeland ** 07:40 do I meet a lot of cool people that are inventing cool things.   Michael Hingson ** 07:44 So here's the question, do you ever find that what you write about during the day influences you, and you want to use some of that, or the general concepts of some of that, at night, when you're doing your your fiction writing?   Tricia Copeland ** 07:58 I haven't done that yet, I did write one dystopian fiction about a viral pandemic, and that touched on a little bit of my background in microbiology and genetics, but not anything that my clients have done   Michael Hingson ** 08:19 well. So you got into the patent field when you when you started doing that initially, were you doing it for a company, or did you just leap out on your own and start to have your own business?   Speaker 1 ** 08:30 Yes, I was doing that for a company. Okay? And how long did you do that? I was at that company   Tricia Copeland ** 08:35 about a year and a half. And at the time, we lived in Pennsylvania and outside of Philly. So then we had a job change, and we moved to Denver, so I took a little time off to be with my kids before I started my business.   Michael Hingson ** 08:53 So how long ago did you start the business?   Speaker 1 ** 08:57 In 2012 so 13 years doing it a while? Wow,   Michael Hingson ** 09:01 okay, and obviously you're having some success because you're still doing it.   Tricia Copeland ** 09:05 I am. Yes, I love helping my clients, and feel like I can definitely give them a value add   Michael Hingson ** 09:14 if you're not giving something away. What's probably the most interesting patent that you helped somebody work on attaining   Tricia Copeland ** 09:24 I will say, I worked with an inventor a year ago, and amazing man, he had had his career in education and teaching, and he developed a set of blocks to help people or Help kids. I should say, learn the parts of speech so you could put the together, the blocks, whether it was a subject, verb, pronoun, noun, adjective, adverb, and I learned parts of speech that I never knew existed from helping them with this application, and I was very excited. To help him get his patent. That's kind of cool.   Michael Hingson ** 10:04 Yeah, I am fair. I'm not sure I know all the parts of speech, but I remember being involved in high school well and in elementary school and diagramming sentences and learning a lot about the different or a number of the different parts of speech. Not sure I necessarily remember all of them extremely well, so I probably split infinitives and well, what do you do?   Tricia Copeland ** 10:28 Yes, I hated sentence structures.   Michael Hingson ** 10:35 Well, so what got you started then, since you were writing patents for people and so on, and helping people in securing patents. What got you then started in dealing with fiction writing, right?   Tricia Copeland ** 10:49 Well, when my kids were very young, I was a stay at home mom, and most of my days were spent chasing them around, occupying them, entertaining them, shuttling them from one place to another. So I realized in the evenings I was bored. I did my mind didn't have enough to occupy it. And I was about, I think it was about 38 and, you know, looking at my 40 year old birthday and thinking, huh, well, and I maybe it was like my 20 year high school reunion. I don't know why it coincide coincided, but I started thinking about my early college years I developed anorexia, and thinking about that time in my life and how poignant it was that I was able to recover from that disease and really gain some life skills from that experience. So I started a story that was a fictionalized account of my experience with anorexia and recovering for anorexia. So my first series, called the being me series, is a four book series about a character named Amanda who develops anorexia and then is able to recover.   Michael Hingson ** 12:01 So what caused if you understand, or, man, I don't know a lot about anorexia, Anorexia, and probably have some misconceptions about what I'm about to ask, but what, what caused it? Why did you develop that condition?   Tricia Copeland ** 12:16 Well, there's a lot of I mean, it happens differently for a lot of people, I think anorexia is a lot about control and having control over your environment. And I got there was a number of factors that I was depressed and not happy about not feeling like I was achieving, maybe what I should be achieving, and instead of someone might have turned to alcohol or drugs to alleviate those stressful feelings. I channeled all that into Okay? Well, if I'm just thin and if I just look good enough, then everything will be fine. And obviously, once your brain starts to get in that cycle, it just compounds on itself. You can't stop yourself from thinking that way. Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 13:05 and what helped you get out of doing that? Was it writing or what? What really caused you to realize that ain't the way to go?   Tricia Copeland ** 13:16 Yeah, I almost died. That was it very it was a low point. And really, you know, if I didn't do something different, if I didn't let people help me do something different, I would not have made it. So really, you know, a lot of that is like educating people how serious eating disorders are, as well as how helpless sometimes the person that is experiencing them is in being able to help themselves.   Michael Hingson ** 13:48 And you said that this happened somewhat in your your college years.   Tricia Copeland ** 13:53 Yes, I was 20.   Michael Hingson ** 13:56 Were there a lot of pressures were, were people criticizing you in any way that helped contribute to it, or was it sort of really   Tricia Copeland ** 14:04 internally? Part of it was internally. Part of it was, you know, what I thought people's expectations I was in. I was at a engineering school and I was a biology major, so maybe that wasn't the best place for me. Everybody was very high in performing. Yeah, yeah. There are many, many factors, I think, and just my my brain that was not processing things, maybe as realistically as they could have been processed.   Michael Hingson ** 14:33 But what you eventually did about it was to write a series about it, so clearly you were able to move beyond it, and then, if you will, talk about it,   Tricia Copeland ** 14:45 right, right? So I went into inpatient recovery, and then was able to get the help that I needed with therapist and psycho psychiatrist and support groups, and that was a big help. And then, yes, 20 years later, I. Wrote a series about it.   Michael Hingson ** 15:02 Well, that's pretty cool. And again, it's I'm always one who admires people who are able to and willing to talk about things. I went to an event last year was the Marshfield, Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival, and the Cherry Blossom Festival, which happens every April, is a celebration of American history, and they'll bring people in who have some relationship to an historic event, or who have relatives who were so for example, the great grandson of President Grant was at this event, but one of the people who was there was a former secret service agent who rode in the car behind John Kennedy when he was in Dallas and assassinated, and it took him 45 years to get to the point where he could come out of his experiences enough to start to talk about it, and I just have always admired people who do that. For me, being in the World Trade Center on September 11 and getting out, I never really viewed it as all that traumatic, but I guess it was, but my way to deal with it was, and I realized it much later, but we had so many newspaper reporters who wanted to know about the blind guy who got out of the World Trade Center. I talked about it, I mean, answered everyone's questions. And that was ironically, I love to pick on the media, but ironically, it was the media that really probably helped me move forward from September 11 the most.   Tricia Copeland ** 16:41 Yeah, I can imagine that was a lot of processing that you were able to do, as you talked about it.   Michael Hingson ** 16:48 People asked all sorts of questions, some really good questions, some not so good questions. And we got to observe all sorts of different types of press people. We had one Italian film crew who came to our house, there were 13 people, most of whom didn't really seem to do a whole lot, but they were there. And then there was a Japanese crew that came. And I think there were two people. It's just amazing what you see and what you learn. And for me and my wife, both now my late wife, but both, both of us love to observe and study and really think about what all these people are doing and how they do it, and we use it as ways to help us learn more about things, if you will, studying and being a student. I think of life as always an important thing,   Tricia Copeland ** 17:39 right, yeah, and I guess everybody reacts different to trauma and how you can process that everybody needs a little bit different. But yes, if you could look at things through a learning lens, that can definitely help too.   Michael Hingson ** 17:52 So you wrote the being me series. How many books are in that series? Four books, four books. Okay, and so, how long ago did you write those?   Tricia Copeland ** 18:03 I published them between 2015 and 2016   Michael Hingson ** 18:07 Okay, did you self publish or I do? Yes, you still do. Okay, great. Well, all right, and then what? What made you decide to then continue and start going into sort of teenage and so on, fiction and fantasy and so on, right?   Tricia Copeland ** 18:31 I realized that I just loved writing, and it was something that I didn't want to stop doing. So when I looked around for my next genre to write in, it was very obviously fantasy. For me. I read fantasy from a very young age. I loved Merlin and King authors legends and the Lord of the Rings and all of those books as a young person and a young adult, and that's just what I wanted to write. So my first book, interestingly enough, my editor sent it back to me and said, This is not fantastical enough. You need to make it more paranormal. So it took a minute to make that switch. What   Michael Hingson ** 19:15 book was that   Tricia Copeland ** 19:16 that is drops of sunshine and it is mirrored off an experience I had. I was a camp counselor at a camp for the blind when I was in I guess after my freshman year of college, and the campers in my story have these extra sensory skills where they can read people's minds. That was the paranormal aspect of my book, and that's not known in the beginning the story to our main character, and then she discovers that these kids have this special talent, and that was how my fantasy books started out. Mm, hmm.   Michael Hingson ** 20:00 Then where did it go from   Tricia Copeland ** 20:01 there? Then I jumped into the witches with the kingdom Journal series. I developed a character that was a vampire or is a vampire witch hybrid, and so she has a vampire mother and a witch father, but she doesn't know who her father is. She's never met him. And to make things a little bit harder, vampire witch Hyderabad are not allowed, but either the witch lines or the vampires, so both the vampires and the witches got together and said, these beings are too dangerous. We're not going to allow them in our society. And if she's discovered, then she'll be killed. That was the first character, Alina, and she's and to give her just a little more stress, I put her in a human High School, so now she pretends, you know, can't pretend to be a witch. Can't pretend to be a vampire. She needs to be human too. And, yeah, so that was a really fun book to write, and that's the series where the trinity of witches has to come together, so she has to find the other two witches of the Trinity, and they each get to tell their story in the books too. So that's why it's called the kingdom journals. It's a little bit of a journal format, so each character gets to tell their own story as well as telling the overall plot line of the series. How   Michael Hingson ** 21:19 do you come up with these characters and create these stories? I mean, it's very imaginative. I wouldn't have thought of it. How do you, and I'm sure other people say that, but how do you create the characters? How does all that   Tricia Copeland ** 21:32 work? Yeah, I set out, funny enough, I set out to write a vampire series that was my vampire is my favorite fantasy characters. And I thought, Okay, I'm gonna write a vampire series. It's not you don't want to do it too far out from what most people write or most people think of vampires. But I wanted my vampires to be a little bit different from the other vampires and other series. So I had this idea of making the vampire witch hybrid and her set in a human High School, and what would that look like? And then the challenge? I wasn't sure what I wanted to do with the challenge, but somehow I came up with this curse, and the curse was on the witch line, so it very quickly morphed into more of a witch book and the magical side of things, but the vampire characters are still there, and I explore them a little bit, although not as much as the witches.   Michael Hingson ** 22:27 Do you find that the characters essentially tell you what they want to be and who they are and why they do what they do. How much are the characters involved in your writing process? I've heard other authors say that that in some of the fiction things, the characters really create the story   Tricia Copeland ** 22:47 they do. I feel like my books are very character driven. So how I usually start with the idea for a character and think of their personality, their challenges, what I want, what themes I want to show with that character and then build the world sort of around that character. So it shows those themes and those character traits and what they're overcoming, either in their personal life or in their their physical life, right? But I do have characters that go off script. In the second book, kingdom of darkness. I have a character who we're not sure if he's a good guy or a bad guy. The main character thinks that he may be trying to delude her into thinking he's good when he's not really good. But I wrote him so well, like he was so nice that I couldn't make him a villain. So he became, I rewrote the story a little bit. I'd written it in my mind, I guess, but I rewrote it a little bit. So he did end up being a villain. And then somehow he got his whole own book, so he gets to star in his whole book after that.   Michael Hingson ** 23:54 And does he stay a villain? No, he   Tricia Copeland ** 23:57 didn't stay. He didn't was never, I mean, I kind of wrote it so the main character thought he was a villain, but in the end, I didn't make him a villain.   Michael Hingson ** 24:06 Well, I like books like that. I yeah, I think that most creatures are generally pretty nice.   Tricia Copeland ** 24:14 We would hope so,   Michael Hingson ** 24:16 although I don't know that that bears necessarily are overly generally nice to people, but, you know, who knows? Yeah, that doesn't mean they're evil either. Well, no, yeah.   Tricia Copeland ** 24:27 I mean, they're just living their life, right? That's they need their food sources. Is just like we need our food sources. So   Michael Hingson ** 24:35 I'd rather not be their food source, though, but that's okay, right?   Tricia Copeland ** 24:39 Yeah, and I don't know. I do struggle with, like, evil or antagonistic characters, because I'm, I don't like the idea that there's a character that is purely evil for no reason. So that is, that's always a grapple in an author's mind. I think,   Michael Hingson ** 24:56 well, and you know, I'll go back to Harry Potter. Modern Of course, we have Lord waldemart, who was definitely evil. But even so, the way she created the characters and the way she crafted the books, which probably in some ways, are similar, just in a process of what you do, it's not necessarily overly graphically evil. Even if there's evil, it isn't so graphic that you you you become totally adverse or against it. Evil or bad things are there, but it's all on how you present it. That's why I like books that are essentially puzzles, if you will, because they leave a lot of things to your imagination, and they give you the ability to as a reader, think about it, but as a writer, you also are essentially drawing the reader in to where you want the reader to go, but, but they're puzzles, rather than just some graphic thing, talking about all these horrible, mean, nasty things that a character may do.   Tricia Copeland ** 26:08 That's true, and it's all perspective, right? So the quote, unquote villain in my series is out to destroy all the vampires. But then you meet vampires that are good vampires, right? And you think, Huh, well, maybe this one vampire shouldn't be destroyed, because this vampire is not acting in a mean or hurtful way. So many sides to those questions,   Michael Hingson ** 26:33 yeah. Well, so the Kingdom series. How many books are in that one?   Tricia Copeland ** 26:38 There are four books in the main series, and there's a prequel to that series, okay?   Michael Hingson ** 26:45 And then what happened? What happened after that series?   Tricia Copeland ** 26:48 So in the finale, kingdom of war, my witches were going to have this huge battle against a vampire army that the evil witch created to, you know, battle the good witches. Yeah, she put which souls in the vampires. So that made them sort of like super vampires. But anyway, my witches needed an army, and I thought who would be a good character to be, to have an army that can come help the witches. So, yeah, the beings I thought of were fairies, and I created a queen Titania, is her name, who had an army who would come help the witches battle these vampire witch soul hybrid be. And when I created her, she just kind of took on her own character, and I quickly morphed that into what was her backstory, what were struggles? Where was she living? Where would the spay army come from? And that is what kind of launched my realm chronicle series, that the finale is coming out next month. Well,   Michael Hingson ** 28:10 that's that's pretty cool, and that that answers, again, the question we talked about earlier. The character actually took over, if you will, the writing, which is always cool, because that really shows how deeply you're invested in the characters and you let them have their voices, right?   Tricia Copeland ** 28:26 And I couldn't really give up the characters from my kingdom Journal series. They not, you know, not to give too much away, but they do complete their first quest and but this evil witch who's trying to destroy the vampires is still out there somewhere, so I couldn't completely let them go. So the witches from my kingdom Journal series come into the round Chronicles series, and the fairies and the witches are continuing to help each other.   Michael Hingson ** 28:56 Well, that's cool. Well, it's kind of neat to even though it's a new series, and I assume you can read one without reading the other, but still, it's neat that you, you follow on and help to craft and expand the world.   Tricia Copeland ** 29:11 It's been a lot of fun. And I, you know, selfishly, I didn't want to let go the characters. I felt like they had a little bit of story left in them, and I was able to do that through the round chronicle series. And yeah, it it was a lot of fun for me to   Michael Hingson ** 29:26 write. And now, of course, the question is, will there be a lot more story with them, which is part of the adventure that will come next? Right?   Tricia Copeland ** 29:33 Yes, I'm, I'm thinking of that. I put my characters through a lot. So after I finished the finale, I felt like I just had to let them rest. I'm not really sure if I will continue with those same characters or or either pull out some different characters from that book to have their own stories. Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 29:54 well, it's, it's going to be an adventure. No question about. It   30:00 definitely so   Michael Hingson ** 30:04 with your books. Do you have themes in your books? That is, are you? Are you trying to convey messages? Do you have themes and things that you want people to think about as they go through reading your books?   Tricia Copeland ** 30:16 I do. I feel like I like that in the book, and so I kind of embed that in my books too, but it's really more about what is the character grappling with. Not only, like I said in their physical world, maybe Queen Titania is the first female queen in her realm, and some of the old guard, other monarchs are not sure that a female should be able to rule, So that's sort of an out, outside challenge. But she also has inner conflict and challenges where she's not really trusting that she really can do it and she's really supposed to do it, and should she, you know, hand the crown to someone else who may be older or wiser or and so it does she have faith in herself. You know, would sort of be that theme there. And so each of the books have, I mean, it's not like I say, hey, the theme of this book is you need to believe in yourself, yeah, but just showing that the character arcs and how they overcome their challenges.   Michael Hingson ** 31:22 How do you again create those? How do you work those in what? What's the process that allows you to to put those themes in and and add them to the book and bring that value out? Right?   Tricia Copeland ** 31:37 I guess it's just how, the way I the challenges I choose to put in front of my characters and showing them fail at times, and showing them I do write first person, so you're getting a very up close view of what the character is thinking and feeling at all times. So I think that helps with a little bit of that, knowing that the character is struggling with whatever their um, XYZ, inner, inner turmoil that they're struggling with. And then, you know, just having other characters bounce things off of them, because the character themselves might not realize, hey, I I get anxious when I'm not in control of situations. So, you know, somebody might say, Hey, you're doing this again, stop.   Michael Hingson ** 32:29 That's why we have editors,   32:30 right,   Michael Hingson ** 32:33 and other people to help well, so you are you, but you clearly talk with your characters and you let them have a voice, which is, I think, something that adds a really great dimension to the writing that you do. And I think it's very important to do that.   Tricia Copeland ** 32:51 I hope so. I have very detailed character sheets for each of my characters. I create much bigger back stories than, probably, than really makes it into the books, just to be able to know, like, how my characters will react in situations, what their growth needs to be, where areas that I want to show that growth, and what's most important in their values, And how would they react to all the different challenges?   Michael Hingson ** 33:24 What caused you to bring fairies into it again? I think that's pretty imaginative. You were writing about witches of vampire. Fairies are are different. How did that come about?   Tricia Copeland ** 33:34 Honestly, I was at a book event, and a person was walking around with these postcards, and they were trying to get authors to write a short story for an anthology, and it had to be a fantasy genre, and it had to be a character with a mental health challenge. But the image on the postcard was of a fairy, and she was hunched in a meadow in these grasses, and she looked kind of anxious or scared, maybe even a little timid or worried. And I thought, Oh, that's a cool image. It was very striking with the green grass and her fairy wings and just her eyes were like had just a lot of feeling behind them. So it caught my eye. I never thought I'd write about fairies. I was looking for the Army for my witches, and I thought, well, you know, the fairies could be like the characters the witches go to. So it was just kind of happenstance that I happened to see this fairy character on a postcard and think, Huh, I could, you know, the fairies could be the answer.   Michael Hingson ** 34:44 And turns out, they were, they were Yes. So are all fairies girls? No, okay.   Tricia Copeland ** 34:51 I mean, fairies are much like humans in my world, except that my fairies have wings. They in. Middle Earth, which is just below earth. So they share our same bedrock. It kind of mirrors our Earth in my world. And they have rings where they can come back and forth between the fae and the human realm, and they live in our contemporary times. I like those themes of there might be witches, there might be vampires, there might be fairies that walk alongside us every day, and we don't know it.   Michael Hingson ** 35:24 And do they know Bill Bo Baggins, since we're talking about Middle Earth, just   Tricia Copeland ** 35:29 they do, well, they might have read the book. I don't know that they met him personally.   Michael Hingson ** 35:35 Yeah. Well, that's, you know, another, another story, but it's but it's cool. What other kinds of characters are you thinking of for maybe future books, outside of witches, vampires and fairies,   Tricia Copeland ** 35:49 right? So I won't give too much away, but no, in order to perform some of the spells that they need to perform in, I guess in two of my books in this series, to be a Fae legend, which is the third book of the series, and to be a Fae which is the finale, The last book of the series. My witches and fairies need to perform these spells. So they need a great amount of power or energy, and they have to assemble different kinds of beings. And in the finale, they have to assemble 12 different kinds of beings. If you try to make a list of different kinds of being, you actually in ones that the witches and the fairies could find in the human realm, like so I had an elf and the werewolves and nicks and selkies like so the Nicks are shape shifters that shift into fish, and then the selkies are shape shifters that shift into now I'm blanking not walruses seals, sorry. So yeah, I had to go find all these different characters. So all of those characters are in this final book, and I I'm thinking of maybe some of those characters that can form a new series.   Michael Hingson ** 37:11 So are all trolls, mean, nasty creatures, or, do you know yet,   Tricia Copeland ** 37:16 in my series, they are depicted as that? Yes,   Michael Hingson ** 37:21 how about gnomes? I don't have any gnomes. Well, there's another one for you to look at down the line. Might be. It might be interesting to see where that goes. Of course. Yep, so you but you have a variety of characters, and I think it's it's great when you have a rich culture of a lot of different characters. And of course, there are all sorts of potentials for conflict or for different creatures to work learn to work together too,   Tricia Copeland ** 37:56 right? The Fay historically have not worked with other beings or creatures. They very much kept to themselves and had primary purpose. They think their primary purpose is to protect the humans from all the evil spirits. So that has been their focus historically, and they've shunned other groups of beings based on whether they thought they were descended from the Creator, who's sort of like their god or the creator or the evil one, right? So the Fae believed that the vampires and werewolves, for instance, were created by the evil ones, so they shouldn't associate with those types of beings, and there's a lot of learning in there. I guess you could say it, are we going to partner with these beings, and how? What does that look like? And is that really okay? And can we choose a different path than what our predecessors have chosen?   Michael Hingson ** 38:59 And I guess it's sort of pretty clearly, is that they somewhat do that.   Tricia Copeland ** 39:06 Yes, they do. And Titania, our main character, is very much the Herald for that type of behavior and that type of community and that type of acceptance   Michael Hingson ** 39:23 well. So your next year, your book will be out in July, and then where do you go from there?   Tricia Copeland ** 39:31 Yes, so like I said, I'm tossing around ideas for fantasy characters. I also write in the romance genre, so generally, I'll write a fantasy, and then I'll write a romance. I'll switch back and forth between writing those. The past year and a half, I guess I've been focusing on finishing this fantasy series, so I have two romances now queued up that I'm excited about writing, and we'll get to those first. I   Michael Hingson ** 39:58 think, hmm. What romances Have you written already?   Tricia Copeland ** 40:03 So after the being me series, I started the perfect romance series, which the first book was a little bit different from a typical romance. It has five parts, and it's the same main character, but based on decisions at different times in her life, her life goes off in a different way. So you see her go to France and fall in love with the French man, or you see her take a job in New York City and fall in love with a investment banker. And so you see her in different stages of her life, having made different decisions, but still finding happily ever after. So that kind of kicked off that. And somebody, somebody called it speculative romance at one time, and it's more like make your own story or choose your own ending type of book. But from there, I initially thought I would write like a full book showing each of the happily ever afters with that same character, but I wrote one book showing one happily ever after scenario, but then decided that I would look at all of her friends lives so they all met in college, and they were in this one sorority together. And so I write different books showing the different friends love stories. So I've written perfect. Was the first one perfect, always with Chloe. And then Brie book is a close as close to perfect. And this is still set in Lexington, Kentucky. And then the last one is perfect office pack, which is a enemies to lovers, office romance.   Michael Hingson ** 41:51 Now, do you put a lot of sex in your books? I   Tricia Copeland ** 41:54 don't know. My books are what's called closed door or fade to black, so you'll see some kissing, but not much more than that,   Michael Hingson ** 42:03 and that's fine. And the reason I asked that question was to get to the whole issue of so many people when they're writing, just have to make everything so graphic. There's got to be all this sex and all this other stuff that they put in them. And my view has always been, is that really necessary? And I gather you, you're essentially saying the same thing. And again, it's like detective stories. I love to read a lot of detective stories, but I like the detective stories most that are puzzles. That is, I want to figure out who done it. I don't need all the graphics of how somebody got murdered, or what happened. It happens. You don't need to put all that graphic stuff in to get to dealing with the puzzle. And it's the same thing with sex. You really need all that. Like a lot of comedians, it's all the shock stuff. They got to have all these horrible words, swear words, and everything else but the best comedians, I think most people, if they really study it, will agree, are the ones that tell stories without all that dirty and sex stuff in it.   Tricia Copeland ** 43:12 And that's what I like to read and what I like to watch, too. But there are definitely people that enjoy different types of books. Yeah, there are, yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 43:21 yeah, I hear you, but I, I would prefer to be able to use my imagination in various things. So one of my favorite detective stories or Characters of All Times is Nero Wolfe, written by Rex Stout, because he he writes in a way where you don't see all the graphic and don't need to see any of the graphic to get the entire picture. He describes enough so you know what's going on, but he doesn't deal with it in a way that would How do I put it? Offend anyone?   Tricia Copeland ** 43:59 Right? And I would probably argue that mystery books are would be the hardest to write, I think, because you have to give enough clues throughout so that the reader doesn't think, Oh, I would have never thought that was the villain, but you don't want to put too much in. So it's so obvious who the villain is, right? So I think it's the ways those authors weave those stories are very intricate and thought out and multi layered and impressive to me   Michael Hingson ** 44:34 well. And the reality is that sometimes, and again, I'll use Rex Stout as an example, when you find out who did it, or who the bad person was, and Wolf explains it clearly, all the clues were there, but it would be really hard for you to put it together. Now, there have been a few times where there were things that he didn't tell you, that if you if he had said those. Because during the book, you might have figured it out, but mostly the clues are somewhat there, but it is so subtle that I doubt very many people would figure it out, which   Tricia Copeland ** 45:14 is, yeah, definitely.   Michael Hingson ** 45:17 It makes it so much fun. When that happens, it is. So you're, you're still deciding what you want to do for your next series of books, or what, what the next realm will be, if you will,   Tricia Copeland ** 45:31 in the fantasy genre, yes, I'm still deciding which way to go with my next characters.   Michael Hingson ** 45:38 Yes, right, but you're going to probably do some romances before you go into those. I   Tricia Copeland ** 45:43 am, yes, I was just writing a newsletter to my subscribers. In the last book, I had subscribers pick names for my characters. And so in this book, I thought, You know what? I don't like this character has has only been introduced and very briefly in one of the books, and so she doesn't have a lot of backstory. And I thought, You know what, I can just ask my readers, where do you think she should live? What are her hobbies? What does she like to do? What's her favorite book genre? I thought that would be a lot of fun for my readers to direct some of that.   Michael Hingson ** 46:18 And what kind of answers did you get? Did you get a lot of feedback?   Tricia Copeland ** 46:22 Like I said, I Well, with the names one when? So I'm just sent out the poll today, new one, but for the name ones, yeah, I would. I got like 100 answers. And then I thought, you know, next time, I won't do the names, because sometimes names are so personal and can vote like a lot of emotion that people get very heated about people's names.   Michael Hingson ** 46:47 Now, do mostly women answer? Do you get both sexes answering your questions? It is   Tricia Copeland ** 46:52 mostly women, but definitely, maybe 10% male, I would think. And actually, I feel like I have more interaction, and that's mostly on the fantasy side, but I feel like I actually have sometimes more interaction. Maybe, I don't know, maybe this get more passionate about fantasy?   Michael Hingson ** 47:13 Yeah, probably so. But you know, there's, there's something to be said for reading a good romance book. I like cozy mysteries as well, and a lot of those are really combinations of mysteries and romance, and the mystery part is oftentimes more straightforward, but it's just the whole book and the putting the entire book together that makes it so much fun.   Tricia Copeland ** 47:41 Yeah, those can be a quick, you know, kind of feel good read. I yeah for that genre, yeah, and   Michael Hingson ** 47:49 there's nothing wrong with that. It's good to have feel good books occasionally,   Tricia Copeland ** 47:54 too. I am all for feel good everything, yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 47:58 Well, when I travel, I like to read on airplanes, and I like not to work and do reading that's really related to work, because going and coming from events is really the time that I get to have the most down time once I get somewhere I am on until I am on the airplane coming home. And so it is the way to relax. So I enjoy reading things that will allow me to relax when I'm going and coming from trips or from events, which is so important, I think, to be able to do and I think people should do more of that. It's always worth slowing down some and really letting your mind just wander.   Tricia Copeland ** 48:38 Yeah, plane trips are my favorite, because that's I do the same thing. I read on the plane, and I listen to audio books mostly if I'm home, when I'm exercising or when I'm doing chores. But to be able to sit down and read doesn't happen that often.   Michael Hingson ** 48:56 What do you like to read most from audio books? What? What genre?   Tricia Copeland ** 48:59 Um, exactly what I write, fantasy and romance.   Michael Hingson ** 49:03 What's your favorite fantasy books   Tricia Copeland ** 49:06 I just finished, and I'm so behind because I don't read fantasy when I'm writing fantasy. So I just finished Holly Black's, the folk of the air series, the cruel prince, I think the cool prince, the wicked king and the queen of nothing. I think they're the three books in that series. So that was really good series. And I'm writing Emily's wild encyclopedia fairies right now. So I just started that get   Michael Hingson ** 49:33 a little bit more information on those fairies for a future book. Right? That's that's kind of important to do. So do you produce with I've asked a number of people this, and I'll ask you, do you arrange for audio books to be produced from your series?   Tricia Copeland ** 49:53 I do both my fantasy series, The Kingdom journals, as well as the realm Chronicles. I have audio books. Four. I'm a little bit behind in the realm Chronicles. My Narrator had some health problems, so I'm switching narrators. But my new narrator, Tina walls, wolsen craft, yes, I think that's how you pronounce her last name, she will be working on the fourth book in the realm Chronicles series in September. So I'm hoping that will come out in October, and that will be my, my eighth audio book.   Michael Hingson ** 50:23 And where can people get the audio books?   Tricia Copeland ** 50:26 So the kingdom Journal series is on all platforms, and then the realm chronicle series, the newest series, is on Audible. Okay,   Michael Hingson ** 50:37 so and again under your name for the author?   Tricia Copeland ** 50:42 Yep. Tricia Copeland, author, the Kingdom Journal series. The first two books are female character, so and now I'm blank. I can't believe I'm blanking on her name. It'll come to me in a minute. Yeah. So I had a female narrator for the first two books, and then the second two books are male Lee main characters. So Dan Delgado did the narration on those and then Jillian Yetter, who was the most amazing narrator for Titania. She even had pink hair, just just like Titania does, a hold of the the cover of the book has Titania is pink hair. So that was really fun to work with her, and we won an award for the second book in that series, to be a fake guardian   Michael Hingson ** 51:26 in audio book. Oh, cool. What was the award? It   Tricia Copeland ** 51:29 was independent book publisher Association, young adult fantasy, Silver Award.   Michael Hingson ** 51:35 Oh, cool. That's exciting. It's always good to have awards. Have you run other awards along the way?   Tricia Copeland ** 51:40 I have several Colorado independent book Publishers Association for the first book, kingdom of embers, in the kingdom Journal series, as well as several the global Book Awards for to remember it to be, to be a fake queen, which is the first book in the kingdom journals and as Ray at my Aztec mythology.   Michael Hingson ** 52:06 So how many books have you written all together?   Speaker 1 ** 52:08 Next month's book will be 23 Wow.   Michael Hingson ** 52:13 That is really exciting. Well, I know we're putting in the show notes, the picture of the book cover for the next book. And as I mentioned earlier, if you want to send us other books that you think people ought to read, we'll put those pictures in the the notes as well. I'm glad to have all the pictures you want to share.   Tricia Copeland ** 52:31 I will definitely share them. Thank you. Well,   Michael Hingson ** 52:34 so is there anything else you'd like all of our listeners and viewers to know or to think about going forward,   Tricia Copeland ** 52:42 right? Well, if you go to my website, which is triciacopeland.com,   Michael Hingson ** 52:47 and Tricia is T, R, i, c, I A, Copeland, C, O, P, E, L,   52:53 a n, d, l, a n, d.com.com,   Tricia Copeland ** 52:56 yes, if you go there, and if you just want to get a trial of my books. If you subscribe to my newsletter, then you can read a free short story fantasy as well as a free short story romance.   Michael Hingson ** 53:07 Oh, okay. If people want to reach out to you, what's the best way to do that,   Tricia Copeland ** 53:13 they can reach out on direct message, on social media, or my email is Tricia T, R, i, c, I a@triciacopeland.com   53:21 too. Okay,   Michael Hingson ** 53:24 then people can, can reach out and and they'll, I'm sure, have all sorts of ideas for you.   Tricia Copeland ** 53:31 I love ideas, and I love talking to readers about my books.   Michael Hingson ** 53:36 Yeah, I I've written three, and I love getting comments and feedback from people, because I get new ideas and new thoughts. And mine are really all about helping to inspire people and so on. So it's it's always good when people have their their observations, whatever they are.   54:01 I agree.   Michael Hingson ** 54:03 Well, anyway, I want to thank you for being here. This has been a lot of fun, and I really value your time being here, and I hope people will reach out and and also, more important, get your books and read your books and review them. One of the most important things that all of us who are authors will tell anyone is, please review the books. Please go to places like Amazon and Reddit and so on and review the books, because those reviews are are viewed and paid attention to by so many people. So giving an author, a great review is always a wonderful thing to do.   Tricia Copeland ** 54:44 We do appreciate those and thank you so much, Michael for having me.   Michael Hingson ** 54:48 Well, it was my pleasure, and I want to thank all of you for listening and watching today. We really appreciate it. If you've got any thoughts, I'd love to hear from you, please email me at Michael H i. M, I, C, H, A, E, L, H, I, at access, A, B, A, C, C, E, S, S, i, b, e.com, but also go to our podcast page, www, dot Michael hinkson.com/podcast, you can see all of our podcasts there, but they're also available wherever you're listening to podcasts and and you can find the most anywhere podcasts are available. If you know anyone who ought to be a guest that you think would make a wonderful guest, and you'd like to have them tell their stories and Tricia you as well, I would really appreciate you introducing us, because we're always looking for more people to have on the podcast, and so please don't hesitate to reach out and don't hesitate to provide introductions, but again, give us a five star review here on unstoppable mindset. We value your reviews greatly, and we really appreciate you doing it. So I want to thank you, Tricia again, for being here. This has been fun, and I think it's really important that people do get a great sense of what you're doing, and I think we've done that, and we're really anxious to see where you go from here.   Tricia Copeland ** 56:08 Thank you so much, Michael, I so appreciate it.   Michael Hingson ** 56:15 You have been listening to the Unstoppable Mindset podcast. Thanks for dropping by. 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Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Love Blooms and Earth Awakens in Central Park's Springtime Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-04-18-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: Central Park estaba más vivo que nunca.En: Central Park was more alive than ever.Es: Los cerezos en flor se alzaban, creando un hermoso dosel rosa bajo el cielo azul.En: The cherry blossoms stood tall, creating a beautiful pink canopy under the blue sky.Es: La primavera llenaba el aire con su fragancia, y las personas deambulaban entre los puestos del festival, disfrutando del día perfecto en la ciudad de Nueva York.En: Spring filled the air with its fragrance, and people wandered among the festival stalls, enjoying the perfect day in la ciudad de Nueva York.Es: Mateo, un joven apasionado por el medio ambiente, caminaba entre la multitud, sus ojos buscando a Alejandra.En: Mateo, a young man passionate about the environment, walked through the crowd, his eyes searching for Alejandra.Es: Ella era su amigo cercana, su confidente, pero Mateo guardaba un secreto: su amor por ella.En: She was his close friend, his confidant, but Mateo had a secret: his love for her.Es: Hoy, en el Festival del Cerezo en el Día de la Tierra, quería decirle todo.En: Today, at the Cherry Blossom Festival on Earth Day, he wanted to tell her everything.Es: Alejandra, por su parte, estaba preocupada.En: Alejandra, for her part, was worried.Es: La Tierra necesitaba ayuda, pensamientos que frecuentemente compartía con Mateo.En: The Earth needed help, thoughts she frequently shared with Mateo.Es: Ella admiraba su pasión por vivir de manera sostenible, pero hoy su mente estaba absorta en el problema mayor: el futuro del planeta.En: She admired his passion for living sustainably, but today her mind was absorbed in the larger issue: the future of the planet.Es: En medio de la música y las risas, un escenario estaba preparado para las presentaciones del Día de la Tierra.En: Amid the music and laughter, a stage was set for Earth Day presentations.Es: Mateo había pasado semanas preparando una.En: Mateo had spent weeks preparing one.Es: Su corazón latía rápido, no solo por hablar ante el público, sino porque sabía que Alejandra estaría escuchando.En: His heart was racing, not only because he was speaking in front of the public but because he knew Alejandra would be listening.Es: Él se subió al escenario, respiró hondo y comenzó a hablar.En: He climbed onto the stage, took a deep breath, and began to speak.Es: “Amigos, hoy estamos aquí no solo para celebrar la belleza de la naturaleza, sino para comprometernos a protegerla.En: "Friends, today we are here not only to celebrate the beauty of nature but to commit to protecting it.Es: Cada pequeño cambio en nuestras vidas puede generar un gran impacto”.En: Every small change in our lives can make a big impact."Es: Sus ojos se encontraron con los de Alejandra en el público.En: His eyes met Alejandra's in the audience.Es: Ella le sonrió, una sonrisa que le dio valor.En: She smiled at him, a smile that gave him courage.Es: “Juntos”, continuó Mateo, “podemos hacer del mundo un lugar mejor, no solo para nosotros sino para las generaciones futuras”.En: "Together," Mateo continued, "we can make the world a better place, not just for us but for future generations."Es: El público aplaudió, y Mateo sonrió, sintiendo que había pasado la prueba más difícil de su vida.En: The audience applauded, and Mateo smiled, feeling he had passed the most difficult test of his life.Es: Cuando la presentación terminó, Alejandra se acercó a él.En: When the presentation ended, Alejandra approached him.Es: “Mateo, tus palabras me han inspirado”, dijo ella con emoción.En: "Mateo, your words have inspired me," she said with emotion.Es: “Comparto tu visión, y me alegra que seamos parte de esta causa juntos”.En: "I share your vision, and I'm glad we are part of this cause together."Es: “Hay algo más”, dijo Mateo, su corazón latiendo aún más rápido que durante su discurso.En: "There's something more," Mateo said, his heart beating even faster than during his speech.Es: “Siempre he querido decirte que… me importas mucho, Alejandra, más de lo que sabes”.En: "I've always wanted to tell you that... you mean a lot to me, Alejandra, more than you know."Es: Ella lo miró, sorprendida pero feliz.En: She looked at him, surprised but happy.Es: “Mateo, yo también me siento así”, admitió.En: "Mateo, I feel the same way," she admitted.Es: “Siempre admiré tu dedicación y ahora más que nunca”.En: "I've always admired your dedication, and now more than ever."Es: El festival continuó a su alrededor, los cerezos en flor meciéndose suavemente con el viento.En: The festival continued around them, the cherry blossoms gently swaying in the wind.Es: Mateo ya no sentía temor, había ganado en confianza.En: Mateo no longer felt fear; he had gained confidence.Es: Y mientras él y Alejandra caminaban juntos, un nuevo capítulo en su relación y su misión comenzaban, uno lleno de esperanza y amor por el planeta que ambos querían proteger.En: And as he and Alejandra walked together, a new chapter in their relationship and mission began, one filled with hope and love for the planet they both wanted to protect.Es: En la primavera de Central Park, sus sueños y sentimientos florecieron.En: In the spring of Central Park, their dreams and feelings blossomed. Vocabulary Words:to blossom: florecerthe crowd: la multitudthe secret: el secretoto wander: deambularthe canopy: el doselthe fragrance: la fraganciathe stage: el escenariothe presentation: la presentaciónto commit: comprometersethe impact: el impactothe courage: el valorthe applause: el aplausoto approach: acercarsethe confidence: la confianzathe vision: la visiónthe emotion: la emociónthe dedication: la dedicaciónthe fear: el temorto protect: protegerthe generation: la generaciónsustainably: de manera sostenibleto admire: admirarthe future: el futuroto inspire: inspirarthe laughter: las risasto prepare: prepararthe breath: el alientoto gain: ganarto sway: mecerthe hope: la esperanza

This is the weekend of all weekends! While Branch Brook Park in Newark is always amazing, this weekend is the Cherry Blossom Festival- all 5300 Japanese Cherry Blossom trees are at their magnificent peak. Pink petal explosions everywhere. DC- don't be jealous.Then we will discuss the hard-hitting question: With the price of eggs these days, should I get my own chickens??? (Answer: Heck yeah! Just not to save money but for the sheer joy of it!)Lastly, we touch on listener quesions, these about getting those seeds started for Springtime! It is coming... really...Backyard Chickens! Urban Farming! Really cool community gardens, backyard plots and actual farms!Experience it all from a wide range of chicken lovers, veggie enthusiasts and other creative outdoor endeavors.

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Visitors flocked to Red Wing Park for the Cherry Blossom Festival, which continues through Saturday.

The northeastern Japan town of Namie, Fukushima Prefecture, on Friday held its cherry blossom festival for the first time since the March 2011 accident at Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings Inc.'s Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant.

Happy Friday! Here is your Disney News for Friday, March 28th, 2025. Let's add some Disney magic to your day! - Disneyland Tokyo is celebrating the "Cherry Blossom Festival" with themed parades, exclusive merchandise, and cherry blossom-flavored treats. - Epcot at Walt Disney World plans to introduce a Brazil pavilion featuring authentic cuisine and a replica of Rio's Christ the Redeemer statue. - Disney's Animal Kingdom marks its 27th anniversary with new attractions, including a nighttime show and an interactive conservation experience. - Disney+ will release "Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Adventures," an animated series with new storylines and stunning animation. Thanks for tuning in, and have a magical day! Remember to check back tomorrow for more Disney updates.

Here is your Disney News for Tuesday, March 25th, 2025. - Disneyland California introduces a brand-new "Encanto" attraction, offering magical adventures with the Madrigal family. - Epcot at Walt Disney World launches a new dining experience inspired by global street food, providing a unique culinary journey. - Disneyland Tokyo prepares for its annual Cherry Blossom Festival featuring themed parades, decor, and seasonal treats. - Disney+ revives "DuckTales" with new episodes, delighting fans with more adventures of Scrooge McDuck and his nephews. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Serendipity at The Great Wall: A Blossom Tale of Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-03-22-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 春天的长城正值樱花节，热闹非凡。En: The Great Wall in spring is in the midst of the Cherry Blossom Festival, and it's bustling with activity.Zh: 长城上挂满了五彩缤纷的装饰，空气中弥漫着清新的春天气息。En: The Wall is adorned with colorful decorations, and the air is filled with the fresh scent of spring.Zh: 游人如织，欢声笑语此起彼伏。En: The area is crowded with visitors, with laughter and cheerful voices ringing continuously.Zh: 在这样一个充满生机的节日里，年轻的艺术家莲独自徜徉于樱花树下。En: In this lively festival, a young artist named Lian roams alone under the cherry blossom trees.Zh: 她来这里寻找灵感，也希望找到心灵的归属感。En: She comes here searching for inspiration and hoping to find a sense of belonging.Zh: 过去的伤痛让她对新的人和事物心存畏惧。En: Past wounds have left her fearful of new people and events.Zh: 而此时，金，一个热爱探索的工科学生，也来到这里。En: Meanwhile, Jin, an engineering student passionate about exploration, also arrives here.Zh: 他的学业繁重，但这个节日给了他短暂的喘息机会。En: His academic load is heavy, but this festival offers him a brief respite.Zh: 他希望在樱花节中找到新的体验，丰富自己的生活。En: He hopes to find new experiences during the Cherry Blossom Festival to enrich his life.Zh: 莲和金在长城的拐角处不期而遇。En: Lian and Jin unexpectedly meet at a corner of the Great Wall.Zh: 他们微笑着打招呼，聊起了对樱花的热爱和节日的热闹。En: They smile and greet each other, chatting about their love for cherry blossoms and the festive excitement.Zh: 莲提到自己是一名艺术家，正在寻找灵感。金则分享了自己对工程的热情和对生活的好奇心。En: Lian mentions she is an artist seeking inspiration, while Jin shares his enthusiasm for engineering and his curiosity about life.Zh: 随着时间的推移，他们的谈话愈加深入。En: As time passes, their conversation deepens.Zh: 莲犹豫了一会，终于决定展示自己的画作。En: Lian, after some hesitation, finally decides to show her paintings.Zh: 这些画作是她内心最真实的表达，从未向他人展示过。En: These artworks are her truest expressions, never before shown to anyone.Zh: 金被画作的美丽和深度打动，他开始意识到内心世界的丰富有多么重要。En: Jin is moved by the beauty and depth of the paintings, realizing the importance of a rich inner world.Zh: 就在两人交流的过程中，天突然下起了大雨。En: In the middle of their exchange, a sudden downpour begins.Zh: 他们赶忙跑向附近的烽火台避雨。En: They quickly run to a nearby beacon tower to take shelter from the rain.Zh: 雨声打在琉璃瓦上，似乎洗净了所有的顾虑。En: The sound of the rain on the glazed tiles seems to wash away all worries.Zh: 莲和金在这狭小的空间里聊了许多，他们的心逐渐靠近。En: In this confined space, Lian and Jin talk extensively, their hearts gradually drawing closer.Zh: 雨停后，阳光洒落在大地上，一道美丽的彩虹挂在天边，映衬着满山的樱花。En: After the rain stops, sunlight spills over the land, a beautiful rainbow stretches across the sky, complementing the mountains full of cherry blossoms.Zh: 莲和金望着这动人的景象，心中感慨万千。En: Lian and Jin gaze at this enchanting scene, feeling deeply moved.Zh: 这一刻，他们都明白了时间的无价与偶然相遇的美好。En: At this moment, they both understand the inestimable value of time and the beauty of serendipitous encounters.Zh: 他们决定以后一起去探索更多的节日，共同分享生活的喜悦。En: They decide to explore more festivals together in the future, sharing the joy of life.Zh: 莲的心更加开放，勇敢地迎接新的体验；金也学会了在追逐目标的同时，享受那些未曾计划的生活瞬间。En: Lian's heart becomes more open, courageously welcoming new experiences; Jin also learns to enjoy unplanned moments in life while pursuing his goals.Zh: 在这樱花盛开的长城上，两颗心渐渐走到了一起，在春风中开启了新的篇章。En: On the cherry blossom-laden Great Wall, two hearts gradually come together, starting a new chapter in the spring breeze. Vocabulary Words:bustling: 热闹非凡adorned: 挂满scent: 气息wounds: 伤痛fearful: 畏惧passionate: 热爱respite: 喘息enrich: 丰富inspiration: 灵感enthusiasm: 热情curiosity: 好奇心hesitation: 犹豫expressions: 表达depth: 深度downpour: 大雨shelter: 避雨confined: 狭小gaze: 望着enchanting: 动人serendipitous: 偶然encounters: 相遇unplanned: 未曾计划laden: 盛开的heart: 心灵roams: 徜徉greet: 打招呼beacon tower: 烽火台tiles: 琉璃瓦washed away: 洗净chapter: 篇章

Here is your Disney News for Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 - Disneyland Tokyo is gearing up for the Cherry Blossom Festival with themed merchandise and exclusive treats. - Disney World's Space Mountain reopens with smoother rides and new visual effects. - Disney+ announces "Mickey's Magical Adventures," a new series with Mickey and friends in fresh settings. - Disneyland Paris introduces an initiative to support local wildlife through special habitats. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

WMAL GUEST: 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - DIANA MAYHEW - Executive Director of the National Cherry Blossom Festival - Discussed First Day of Spring and First Day of the National Cherry Blossom Festival WEBSITE: https://nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/ 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off Thursday: Here's what's ahead Tracking D.C.’s cherry blossoms to peak bloom: Buds reach second stage 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: Thursday, March 20, 2025 / 8 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Friday! Here is your Disney News for March 14th, 2025 - Disneyland Tokyo gears up for the Cherry Blossom Festival with traditional elements and Disney flair, featuring themed merchandise and pastel-adorned park. - Walt Disney World's Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind introduces a new storyline with Groot and Rocket Raccoon, offering a thrilling adventure. - Live-action "Mulan" movie set for March 28th release, praised for stunning visuals and performances, reimagining the classic tale. - Disney+ to launch "Pixar Pals," a series featuring heartwarming stories of friendship with beloved Pixar characters. Thanks for tuning in. Have a magical day and check back tomorrow for more Disney updates!

Sydney's spring "tradition" Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival in the Auburn Botanic Gardens is in full swing. Let's ask some visitors and Japanese performers what they like about the festival. - シドニーで春を告げるイベント。恒例のシドニー桜まつり（Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival）が週末25日まで開かれています。９日間で10万人が来場する見通し。会場で来場者や日本人パフォーマーの声を集めました

On today's episode of HI Now Daily, we send Rachel shopping! See what she discovers while exploring live at a new shop in Waikiki. Plus, we highlight the Cherry Blossom Festival with the reigning queen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Travel Brat Sof as she dives into some of the United States' most loved cities with author Christopher Weld. Chris Weld has been writing short stories and novels for over twenty years. He is writing The Mice of Dumpler, a children's adventure series similar to The Magic Treehouse books.  He also writes adult fantasy and science fiction. His new fantasy novel, Silk and the Assassin, comes out this summer.  

Welcome back to Environmental Professionals Radio, Connecting the Environmental Professionals Community Through Conversation, with your hosts Laura Thorne and Nic Frederick! On today's episode, we talk with Fred Wagner, partner with Venable, LLP about NEPA, the Future of the Supreme Court, and the Cherry Blossom Festival.   Read his full bio below.Help us continue to create great content! If you'd like to sponsor a future episode hit the support podcast button or visit www.environmentalprofessionalsradio.com/sponsor-formShowtimes: 1:54  Nic & Laura talk about burnout9:48  Interview starts10:09  Cherry Blossom Festival21:35  NEPA34:11  Future of the Supreme CourtPlease be sure to ✔️subscribe, ⭐rate and ✍review. This podcast is produced by the National Association of Environmental Professions (NAEP). Check out all the NAEP has to offer at NAEP.org.Connect with Fred Wagner at linkedin.com/in/fred-wagner-59043019Guest Bio:Fred Wagner focuses his practice on environmental and natural resources issues associated with major infrastructure, mining and energy project development. Fred helps clients manage and then defend in court environmental reviews performed under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) or equivalent state statutes. He works with public agencies and private developers to secure permits and approvals from federal and state regulators under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA), the Endangered Species Act (ESA), and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Fred is familiar with the full range of issues surrounding USDOT surface transportation programs, including grant management, procurement, suspension and debarment, and safety regulations. During his career, Fred has handled a wide variety of environmental litigation in federal trial and appellate courts across the country, from citizen suits, to government enforcement actions, to Administration Procedure Act (APA) challenges.Fred was appointed Chief Counsel of the U.S. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) during the Obama administration. He managed all legal matters involving the $40 billion Federal-Aid Highway program, including environmental and natural resources issues for highway and multimodal transportation projects. Among other high-profile projects, he oversaw the agency's defense of the following:  New York's Tappan Zee Bridge, San Francisco's Presidio Parkway, Chicago's Elgin-O'Hare Expressway, Kentucky and Indiana's Ohio River Bridges, North Carolina's Bonner Bridge, Alabama's Birmingham Northern Beltline, Wisconsin's Zoo Interchange, and Washington's State Road 520 Bridge. He represented the FHWA on government-wide Transportation Rapid Response Team, a multi-agency task force focused on improving project delivery and environmental review reforms.Fred began his career as a trial attorney in the Environment Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. He also served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Misdemeanor Trial Section of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia. Prior to joining Venable, he spent more than 20 years in private practice at a national law firm focusing on environmental and natural resources issues.Music CreditsIntro: Givin Me Eyes by Grace MesaOutro: Never Ending Soul Groove by Mattijs MullerSupport the showThanks for listening! A new episode drops every Friday. Like, share, subscribe, and/or sponsor to help support the continuation of the show. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and all your favorite podcast players.

Today, we are joined by Randy Edelman, world famous producer, musician, and composer.  Randy has a lengthy career with numerous accomplishments including scoring such films as Last of the Mohicans, Ghostbusters 2, Kindergarten Cop, Beethoven, and more.  Along with composing, Edelman has produced music for artists like The Carpenters, Barry Manilow, and Dionne Warwick.  Check out Randy's very impressive catalog today!   We also talk about P. Diddy, Mike's trip to the Cherry Blossom Festival, and more.  Have a listen!    

In this Women's History Month episode of the Immigration Nerds podcast, we explore how immigration is not just about the movement of people, but also about the migration of ideas that enrich lives. Host, and EIG senior attorney, Lauren Clarke, is joined by Diana Parsell, author of the book, Eliza Scidmore: The Trailblazing Journalist Behind Washington's Cherry Trees, for an inspiring look at a beautiful symbol of cultural exchange and an enduring connection between the peole of Japan and America. Guest: Diana P. Parsell, Author of the book, Eliza Scidmore: The Trailblazing Journalist Behind Washington's Cherry TreesNews Nerd: Rob Taylor, EIG Partner & ShareholderHost: Lauren ClarkeProducer: Adam BelmarSHOW RESOURCE LINKS:Eliza Scidmore: The Trailblazing Journalist Behind Washington's Cherry Trees by Diana P. Parsell (Author) More About Eliza Scidmore Washington D.C.'s Cherry Blossom Festival

B.C.'s best athletes are competing for a vital Paralympic qualification spot. Community reporter Nathan Clement gives you all the details. He also chats about Vancouver's upcoming Cherry Blossom Festival! From the March 14, 2024, episode.

WMAL GUEST: 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - BRET BAIER - Fox News Channel anchor of Special Report on Super Tuesday, Hunter Biden's deposition, Lloyd Austin's hearing and Sugar Hill Gang coming to Cherry Blossom Festival. 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 1, 2024 / 8 AM Hour  O'Connor and Company is proudly presented by Veritas AcademySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM Hour: : Patrice Onwuka and guest co-host Andrew Langer discussed: WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - JENNIE TAER - (pronounced tair like hair) – Immigration reporter - recapped the Trump-Biden border visits Biden-Trump make dueling border visits as immigration dominates 2024 race WMAL GUEST: 8:15 AM - INTERVIEW - MIKE LITTERST - -  Spokesperson for the National Mall and Memorial Parks in the National Park Service - Discussed the update about when we can expect peak bloom of the Cherry Blossoms in the DC area!  FAQ: What you need to know about the National Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 Cherry blossom peak bloom dates announced in Washington, DC WMAL GUEST: 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - BRET BAIER - Fox News Channel anchor of Special Report on Super Tuesday, Hunter Biden's deposition, Lloyd Austin's hearing and Sugar Hill Gang coming to Cherry Blossom Festival. ON WEDNESDAY: Judge orders former President Trump removed from Illinois primary ballot, but puts order on hold Illinois Judge specializes in Minor Traffic Violations. 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 1, 2024 / 8 AM Hour  O'Connor and Company is proudly presented by Veritas AcademySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Lost in the Cherry Blossom Festival: A Dance of Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/lost-in-the-cherry-blossom-festival-a-dance-of-friendship Story Transcript:Ja: 東京の春、空は純粋な藍色に鮮やかな桜の花びらが舞い、人々の心を楽しませている。En: In the spring of Tokyo, the sky was a pure indigo color, with vibrant cherry blossom petals dancing and delighting people's hearts.Ja: その街の一角で、金色の光を放つ日差しの中、3人の子供たち、ハル、ユキ、サクラが桜祭りに興奮していた。En: In a corner of the city, amid the golden glow of the sunlight, three children, Haru, Yuki, and Sakura, were excited for the cherry blossom festival.Ja: しかし、やがて楽しみが故のトラブルに発展することとなる。En: However, their excitement would soon lead to some trouble.Ja: 祭りはその年で最も賑わいを見せており、観光客で溢れていた。En: The festival was bustling with activity that year, overflowing with tourists.Ja: まるで虹のような鮮やかな浴衣の女性たち、綿あめや焼き鳥をつつく子供たち、そして、地元の大道芸人たちが織り成す多彩な景色。En: The scene was filled with vibrant yukata-clad women like rainbows, children enjoying cotton candy and yakitori, and local street performers creating a colorful spectacle.Ja: どこを見ても、春の訪れを感じさせる光景が広がっていた。En: Everywhere one looked, there was a scene that conveyed the arrival of spring.Ja: 楽しい時間は早いもので、ハルとユキはやがて混雑の中で仲間とはぐれ、迷子になってしまう。En: Time flies when you're having fun, and Haru and Yuki soon lost their way in the crowd and became lost.Ja: 二人ともパニクに陥りそうになりつつ、ユキが遠くで大道芸人たちの輪の中にサクラの姿を見つける。En: Both of them were on the verge of panic when Yuki spotted Sakura's figure in the distance, among a group of street performers.Ja: しかし、サクラはただ彼らを見ているだけではなく、大道芸人たちと一緒になってダンスを踊っていたのだ。En: But Sakura wasn't just watching them, she was dancing with the street performers.Ja: ハルとユキは驚きながらも、サクラの楽しげな顔を見て元気を取り戻す。En: Surprised but uplifted by Sakura's joyful face, Haru and Yuki regained their spirits.Ja: そして二人は、自分たちもそのダンスオフに参加しようと決意する。En: The two of them resolved to join in the dance-off as well.Ja: プライドを一旦置いて、迷った場所で会った大道芸人たちと一緒に、独自のリズムで踊り始める。En: Setting aside their pride, they began dancing with the street performers they had met in their lost state, each with their own unique rhythm.Ja: ダンスは観客を引きつけ、次第に大道芸人たちと三人のダンスにスポットライトが当たり始める。En: Their dancing captivated the audience, and gradually, the spotlight shifted to the three of them and the street performers.Ja: ハル、ユキ、そしてサクラの独特なダンスは、観客たちの心に新たな春の訪れを感じさせた。En: Haru, Yuki, and Sakura's distinct dance made the spectators feel the arrival of a new spring in their hearts.Ja: やがて祭りは夜に変わり、桜の木々の間にランタンの灯が静かに揺れる中、三人は季節のバイブスと共に躍動する街を存分に楽しんだ。En: As the festival eventually turned into night, with lanterns swaying gently among the cherry trees, the three of them thoroughly enjoyed the vibrant city pulsing with the vibes of the season.Ja: 迷子のはずが、三人は新たな体験と友情を得て、桜祭りの最後の夜を迎える。En: Though they had been lost, the three of them gained new experiences and friendship, and embraced the final night of the cherry blossom festival.Ja: 音楽、ダンス、そして一緒に過ごす時間が、彼らの中に刻まれる忘れられない春の思い出となった。En: The music, the dance, and the time they spent together became unforgettable spring memories etched into their hearts.Ja: この日を境に、ハル、ユキ、サクラは桜祭りにまつわる冒険を毎年恒例のこととし、それが彼らの生涯にわたる友情を深めることとなった。En: From that day on, Haru, Yuki, and Sakura made the adventures surrounding the cherry blossom festival a yearly tradition, deepening their lifelong friendship.Ja: こうして、東京の春は終わりを告げ、新たな季節が訪れる。En: And so, the spring in Tokyo came to an end, making way for a new season.Ja: しかし、街のどこかで桜の花びらが舞い、小さなダンスパーティが開かれることだろう。En: However, somewhere in the city, cherry blossom petals would continue to dance, and small dance parties would be held.Ja: そして、そこには常にハル、ユキ、サクラの姿があり、彼らの踊る影が、春の訪れを告げることだろう.En: And always, there would be the presence of Haru, Yuki, and Sakura, their dancing shadows heralding the arrival of spring... Vocabulary Words:spring: 春Tokyo: 東京sky: 空pure: 純粋なindigo: 藍色color: 色vibrant: 鮮やかなcherry blossom: 桜の花petals: 花びらdance: 踊るdelight: 楽しませるpeople's hearts: 人々の心corner: 一角city: 街golden glow: 金色の輝きsunlight: 日差しchildren: 子供たちexcited: 興奮しているfestival: 祭りtrouble: トラブルbustling: 賑わいを見せているactivity: 活動tourists: 観光客scene: 光景yukata-clad: 浴衣を着たwomen: 女性たちrainbows: 虹cotton candy: 綿あめstreet performers: 大道芸人colorful: 多彩な

The Cherry Blossom Festival is a project of the Honolulu Japanese Junior Chamber of Commerce. The Cherry Blossom Festival holds the honor of being one of the longest, continually running ethnic festivals in the State of Hawai‘i – originally started in 1953. While times have evolved, the purpose of the Festival continues to be the perpetuation of Japanese culture, and to enrich the lives of young women of Japanese ancestry. The Festival is in its 71st year and Queen Contestants are given the opportunity to learn about their Japanese heritage, improve their poise and public speaking and develop leadership skills through numerous cultural and training classes. The Festival continues to touch the lives of many. Our national sister Cherry Blossom Festival relationships continue to flourish with Nisei Week Japanese Festival in Los Angeles and Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival in San Francisco. Each year the Festival hosts five sister Junior Chamber chapters from Japan. To Learn more about Culturised visit: https://www.culturised.com/ Culturised is a https://www.wikiocast.com/ production.

Japanese music duo George Kamikawa & Noriko Tadano performed at the Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival 2023. Listen to a short interview with the duo after their stage on the 26th of August, 2023. - ブルースシンガーでギタリストのジョージ上川さんと、津軽三味線奏者の只野徳子さん。ステージ後にお話を聞きました。

Today we delve into the term, "Necropolitics", and examine how it effects our lives, how Hollywood has interpreted it, (think Logan's Run and The Truman Show) and we discuss how different historical events, such as the Vietnam War and Hitler's campaign against Jewish people are examples of this very important topic. You can't see this on the podcast, but we played this Tiktok first: https://www.tiktok.com/@saturdaysearch/video/7256889241806916906?_r=1&_t=8e62sEaZRWNNecropolitics articles and information we referenced:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Necropoliticshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Achille_Mbembehttps://www.marcusbooks.com/book/9781478006510https://www.tiktok.com/@tayyy.jpeg/video/7256839014488001834?lang=enhttps://www.teenvogue.com/story/what-is-necropoliticsWe are excited to chat with Dr. Jessica Weiss soon about Trigger laws, and other topics relating to women's rights, California Suffrage and the importance of women voting. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trigger_law#:~:text=In%20the%20United%20States%2C%20thirteen,Wade%20were%20overturned.Finally, we give a shout out to a Women owned, San Francisco based, small business, SF Millinery.  Lisa had the honor of meeting the owner at last  year's Cherry Blossom Festival. See our Youtube channel to see a couple of head pieces from this very cool small business! https://www.sfmillinery.com/about.htmlSupport the showThe Parlour with Lori and Lisa comes to you with our takes on current events, politics, human interest stories, all things close to our hearts, and so much MORE! Thank you for following our media journey and be sure to look for us as we roll out in all the social platforms. #SlowMedia

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Mr Manly goes to the Cherry Blossom Festival, 3 Cool Things in NEPA, Prospector Rants about No One Wants to Work, and more. Miss any of Prospector's Show? Check out the Prime Cuts Podcast subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Radio from your mobile device. ​

From Around the Ozarks in 5ish-- why many teachers say sticking around is getting tougher to do.  Plus, the MO budget helping teachers and law officers alike-- what's being proposed.  And, when the big restaurant and entertainment venue in Nixa is expected to open!  Plus, from the Cherry Blossom Festival, to Juanita K., to Great Southern Bank arena-- all the fun to be had this upcoming weekend.  Those stories and much more NOW!  Tune in and share!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toungate: name facts, Happy Birthday to CCR's Doug Clifford, save AM radio in cars! Aaron Rodgers joins Jets in trade with Packers, Happy Birthday Barbara Streisand, Carol Burnett will be 90 soon! and weekend re-cap with Producer Kendall.. who had a blast at the Cherry Blossom Festival in Davis on Kendall Way!

The annual Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival takes place tomorrow. Founded in 2009 as a collaboration between the Japan-America Society of Tennessee, the General Consulate of Japan, and the Mayor's Office, the festival is a celebration of Japanese culture, from martial arts to traditional music to wood block prints. Today, we're talking about the history of the festival, what it means to the community, and the symbolism of cherry blossoms with folks who helped found the festival, as well as tree and beautification experts. But first, Franklin Pride narrowly survived a 5-4 vote by the Franklin Board of Mayor and Aldermen after a passionate public comment period. We're joined by The NEWS reporter Matt Masters to learn more about what happened. This episode was produced by Rose Gilbert.

Braves reliever Collin McHugh joins us to talk the open to the series. He talks his pitch clock violation and his love of gardening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Braves reliever Collin McHugh joins us to talk the open to the series. He talks his pitch clock violation and his love of gardening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Panic wanted to talk about all the activities dropping in March and how the universe aligned to give these March babies some signs (at least, we like to see it that way). We talk about concert tickets, interviews, and feathers(!), so join our crazy conversation and be part of our hi-jinks and shenanigans!Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Tad couldn't believe what he saw at Brookhaven's Cherry Blossom Festival this weekend. Is he overreacting?

  Brian and Lee talk with Reverend Nicholas Inman about National First Ladies Day. Find out which First Lady's Descendants will help kickoff this year's Cherry Blossom Festival. The post The Brian and Lee Show: Interview with Reverend Nicholas Inman appeared first on WWDB-AM.

The episode we had planned was appropriately titled "Spirits Among Us." We didn't know then that one of our featured storytellers from our Grand Opera House season and a dear friend to all of Macon, Steven Fulbright, would end up leaving us far before his time last summer. We dedicate this episode and the refresh of our podcast series for its second season for Steven, on the day a memorial performance (a fitting one - a Broadway-style cabaret) takes place in the midst of Macon's Cherry Blossom Festival and a new spring for our city. We share memories from friends from different parts of his life before hearing his story, heard boisterously from The Grand Opera House stage. There is no spotlight that shined brighter than Steven, whose memory continues to be a blessing. The Heartbeat of Georgia is hosted by Koryn Young and Julia Rubens and episodes are produced by Storytellers Macon based off of the limited stage series in partnership with The Grand Opera House.

State Representative Teri Anulewicz, a Smyrna Democrat, criticized Republicans for supporting a bill that would ban "gender-affirming care" for transgender youth in her speech to attendees at the Cobb Democratic Party's meeting on March 18. Anulewicz argued that the bill's supporters are motivated by money and the need to remain relevant, suggesting that they are "punching down on vulnerable kids and their families who are just trying to do the best for their kids." Anulewicz also mentioned that there have been zero gender affirming surgeries done on trans minors in the last year in Georgia, but that the bill could penalize doctors who perform certain procedures that may be performed for non-gender-affirming reasons, such as breast reduction surgeries to alleviate back pain.  Meanwhile, State Representative Ginny Ehrhart, an East Cobb Republican, defended the legislation, claiming it was in the best interest of children. The bill has passed the Republican-controlled state Senate and is now awaiting Governor Brian Kemp's approval. Voters sent Aaron Carman and Michael Owens to a runoff in the race for mayor of Mableton on Tuesday, according to unofficial results reported by Cobb County elections. As neither candidate received more than 50% of the vote, the race heads to an April 18 runoff.  With 100% of precincts reporting, Carman, a sales manager who was endorsed by the group behind the movement to de-annex areas from the new city, finished with 2,162 votes, or 35.8%. Owens, former chairman of the Cobb Democratic Party, finished with 1,846 votes, or 30.6%. Cobb County's court in Georgia has largely resolved its backlog of almost 4,000 cases, due to its judges' efficient use of technology during the Covid-19 pandemic. Gregory Poole, the new chief judge of the Cobb Superior Court, noted the use of technology to hold virtual pre-trial and motion hearings and live streaming court cases for family members as ways that helped resolve the backlog. He added that the court is still seeing the benefit of these adaptations to date, even though it has since returned to normal in terms of jury trials, which continue to be held in-person. The Atlanta Braves are taking their Truist Park experience on a road trip across Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Carolina from March through July. The tour will stop at various locations, such as the Cherry Blossom Festival in Macon, the Georgia Food and Wine Festival at Jim R. Miller Park, and The Battery Atlanta. At each stop, fans can step into a replica of Truist Park and pose for a customizable baseball card. Additionally, fans can enter to win two premium Delta Sky360 Club tickets and two batting practice experiences for a 2023 regular season game. By signing up for Braves communications, fans can receive a special ticket offer for 20% off a regular-season game of choice. For more information, visit Braves.com/BCRT. While several Mableton races are headed to a runoff, one outcome has been certain for weeks — Debora Herndon will represent District 6 on the City Council. Herndon, a legal practice specialist, was elected unopposed Tuesday night. She received 539 votes, with 100% of precincts reporting. Another candidate, Ricky Dickens, had originally qualified to run in District 6, and even participated in an early campaign forum. But he notified Cobb Elections in late February that he wished to withdraw from the race. It was too late to remove Dickens' name from the ballot, but votes cast for him did not count. Herndon was endorsed by the De-Annexation from Mableton group, which is pushing for parts of the city that voted against incorporation last fall to be removed from the city. De-annexation can occur through two channels — acts of the state legislature or approval by the mayor and City Council. Our friends at Ingles Market join the program to learn how we can all get more fiber in our diet.  Senator Jason Esteves, an Atlanta Democrat, held a virtual town hall meeting to discuss the controversy over the Sterigenics plant in Smyrna, Georgia. Esteves announced plans to introduce legislation to increase regulation on the testing and monitoring of ethylene oxide, a known carcinogen used to sterilize medical equipment. The Sterigenics plant is facing lawsuits from Cobb County residents, workers, and homeowners over its emissions of ethylene oxide. Panelists discussed other proposals, such as giving local jurisdictions such as Cobb County funds to do their own air monitoring. The EPA had previously identified two census tracts near the Smyrna facility with elevated health risks from airborne toxins. Air quality testing found levels of ethylene oxide up to 395 times higher than what federal regulators deem acceptable. Esteves pledged to hold another town hall in the coming months. The Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell has engaged Atlanta muralist Thomas Turner to create a unique mural masterpiece at the Center. The mural will cascade down a multi-tier hillside staircase in the heart of the 127-acre campus and will serve as a backdrop for events hosted at the Center's Ben Brady Lakeside Pavilion. This original, progressive masterpiece will tell a story and welcome visitors to embrace Turner's fantastical universe and surrealist lens of the natural world. The mural will be purpose-built to serve as an iconic landmark and celebration of CNC's history, ecosystem of local flora and fauna, and its native habitats and riverways while reflecting a cultural representation of the Center's values and ethos. The public is invited to attend the grand reveal at CNC's Community Day on April 23 from noon to 4 p.m. The Community Day, which closely coincides with Earth Day, will include the grand reveal of the mural, photo opportunities, guided hikes and live animal encounters. It will also celebrate one year of CNC's new River Boardwalk Trail. The event is free, but reservations are required. For more information please head to Chatt Nature Center dot Org.   And now, as we get closer to the start of the 2023 Masters, Times-Journal Incorporated sports editor John Bednarowski joins the show to continue to take us on a tour of Augusta National presented by Ingles. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In the "Today in San Diego" podcast, as an atmospheric river makes it's way throughout California, millions are still under a flood watch and some under evacuation orders, the South Bay teacher who was re-arrested earlier this week on multiple charges including child sex abuse is scheduled to be formally charged Monday and this weekend enjoy the Cherry Blossom Festival in Balboa Park, rain or shine! More details on NBC7.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Danielle Davis, vice president of communications at Destination DC, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the upcoming Cherry Blossom Festival in our nation's capital, the perfect time to visit Washington, which has an abundance of new hotels, museum exhibits and other attractions to thoroughly engage your clients. For more information, visit www.washington.org. If interested, the original video of this podcast can be found on the Insider Travel Report Youtube channel or by searching for the podcast's title on Youtube.

The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival is the perfect place to enjoy the early bloomings of the upcoming spring season with family and friends. The 2023 festival returns to Blackburn Park in Brookhaven on Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March 26, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  The annual Cherry Blossom 5K is Saturday, March 18. Guests will enjoy hundreds of Cherry Blossoms as well as a number of other fun activities. This annual festival features two days of music, over 100 local and regional artists in the Artist Market, the Kidz Zone, Pet World, Classic Car Show, local eats and drinks and FUN for the whole family! Stay tuned for updates on musical performances. Register for the Cherry Blossom 5K at Blackburn Park, benefiting Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.  Information and registration here: https://raceroster.com/events/2023/67390/brookhaven-cherry-blossom-5k Blackburn Park is an ideal setting for spring thanks to 240 Yoshino and Kwanzan cherry trees being planted in 2014. Since then, the town has gathered yearly to enjoy the beauty of the trees in bloom.  Set on 49 acres of green space and conveniently located off I-285 at the Ashford Dunwoody Exit, Borden said that guests of the festival could park free at one of several locations, then ride the free shuttle to the park, where admission is free. The price tag alone is reason enough to attend. If the weather cooperates, blooming trees will shade guests while strolling to the Children's Village, newly expanded with rides, face painting, superheroes and more. Along the way, they can stop at one of the many booths where local artisans display their handiwork.   Dogs can even participate in the fun at the Pet Parade or the agility course. Check out the classic car show and relax in the calm of a weekend afternoon. To learn more about all the exciting activities at the Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival, visit Brookhavenga.gov/festival.  ______________________________________________________ This episode of Atlanta Real Esate Forum Radio was recorded on March 16, 2017. Brian Borden, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Brookhaven, joins the Around Atlanta edition of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio to discuss the return of an annual event at Blackburn Park with co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick. Please download and subscribe to all of the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcasts on iTunes. If you like this week's show, be sure to rate it. The “Around Atlanta” segment is designed to showcase the best of metro Atlanta – the communities, attractions and special events that make this city great. To submit your event, community or attraction to the Around Atlanta edition of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio, contact 770-383-3360.  

In the fourth hour of the morning show, Larry O'Connor and Patrice Onwuka talked to Maryland mom Bethany mom about Disney going woke, National Cherry Blossom Festival's Diana Mayhew and Fox's Bret Baier on his exclusive Zelenskyy interview. They also talked about Cardi B joining a Baby Shark show. For more coverage on the issues that matter to you, visit www.WMAL.com, download the WMAL app or tune in live on WMAL-FM 105.9 FM from 5-9 AM ET. To join the conversation, check us out on Twitter: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @amber_athey and @patrickpinkfile. Show website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" podcast is sponsored by Cornerstone First Financial: https://www.cornerstonefirst.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Cherry Blossom Festival's Diana Mayhew joined WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" radio program on Friday to discuss the latest Cherry Blossom Festival events. WEBSITE: https://nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/ For more coverage on the issues that matter to you, visit www.WMAL.com, download the WMAL app or tune in live on WMAL-FM 105.9 FM from 5-9 AM ET. To join the conversation, check us out on Twitter: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @amber_athey and @patrickpinkfile. Show website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" podcast is sponsored by Cornerstone First Financial: https://www.cornerstonefirst.com/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana Mayhew, president of The National Cherry Blossom Festival, joined WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" radio program on Friday to preview the Cherry Blossom Festival's upcoming events, particularly the Kite Festival this weekend. WEBSITE: https://nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/ THIS SATURDAY: ANNUAL BLOSSOM KITE FESTIVAL TO RETURN TO THE NATIONAL MALL  Washington, D.C.— On Saturday, March 26 at 10 a.m. ET National Cherry Blossom Festival will kick off kite-flying season with the Blossom Kite Festival on the grounds of the Washington Monument, for the first time since 2019. This year marks the 55th anniversary of the beloved springtime kite-flying tradition, and the iconic outdoor event is fun, free and open to the public.   For more coverage on the issues that matter to you, visit www.WMAL.com, download the WMAL app or tune in live on WMAL-FM 105.9 FM from 5-9 AM ET. To join the conversation, check us out on Twitter: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @amber_athey and @patrickpinkfile. Show website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" podcast is sponsored by Cornerstone First Financial: https://www.cornerstonefirst.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.