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The trial of Colin Gray is underway in Barrow County, Georgia — and the prosecution's opening statement laid out a timeline that may be the most detailed case for parental accountability ever presented in an American courtroom. Gray faces 29 felony counts, including second-degree murder, in connection with the September 4, 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School that killed four people and wounded nine others. Prosecutors allege he gave his son Colt Gray the AR-style rifle used in the attack as a Christmas gift — months after FBI-flagged threats were traced to their home and deputies warned him to keep his son away from firearms.The evidence prosecutors have outlined includes a 2021 internet search by Colt for "how to kill your dad," a shrine to Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz found in the teenager's bedroom, a counseling request where Colin described his son as volatile, reports that Colt told his father he was hearing voices days before the attack, and a text from Colt to Colin that allegedly read: "Whenever something happens, just know the blood is on your hands." When law enforcement arrived at Colin's home after the shooting, he reportedly said "I knew it" before anyone told him what had happened.The defense argues Colin was a struggling single father whose son deliberately concealed his plans. They've told jurors a mental health appointment was scheduled for the day after the shooting. The prosecution counters that this isn't about prediction — it's about a father who was warned repeatedly and allegedly kept an assault rifle in his son's bedroom anyway. This trial builds on the Crumbley precedent but with significantly more severe charges. If convicted on all counts, Colin Gray faces up to 180 years in prison. We break down the full case and what it means for the future of parental accountability in school shootings.#ColinGray #ColtGray #ApalacheeHighSchool #ApalacheeShooting #TrueCrimeToday #SchoolShootingTrial #ParentalAccountability #CrumbleyPrecedent #WinderGeorgia #TrueCrimeJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

Colin Gray is on trial for second-degree murder — not because he pulled a trigger, but because prosecutors say he put the weapon in his son's hands and ignored every warning that followed. His son, Colt Gray, allegedly walked into Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia on September 4, 2024 and opened fire, killing two students and two teachers and wounding nine others in the deadliest school shooting in Georgia history. Colin Gray faces 29 felony counts and up to 180 years in prison.The prosecution's case is built on a timeline that is difficult to look away from. An FBI-flagged threat investigation in 2023 where deputies warned Colin to keep his son away from firearms. A Christmas gift months later — a Sig Sauer M400 AR-style rifle, along with ammunition, tactical accessories, and unrestricted bedroom access. A shrine to the Parkland shooter found in the teenager's room. A counseling request where Colin described his son as volatile and angry. A text from Colt to his father weeks before the shooting that allegedly read: "Whenever something happens, just know the blood is on your hands." And when law enforcement arrived at Colin's home after the shooting, prosecutors say he met them in the garage and said two words without being prompted: "I knew it."This case follows the landmark Crumbley convictions in Michigan — the first time parents were held criminally responsible for a mass school shooting carried out by their child. But Colin Gray's charges go further. Second-degree murder, not manslaughter. A legal theory built on cruelty to children resulting in death. If a Georgia jury convicts, it won't just continue the Crumbley precedent — it will fundamentally escalate it. This episode breaks down the case, the timeline, and what this trial means for parental accountability in America.#ColinGray #ColtGray #ApalacheeHighSchool #ApalacheeShooting #SchoolShooting #ParentalAccountability #CrumbleyPrecedent #WinderGeorgia #TrueCrime #HiddenKillersJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

Welcome to the Christmas series! The shepherds arrive to see the newborn king swaddled in a manger. The sight, as humble as it is, fills them with awe. They share what they’ve seen, and rumors of the Messiah’s arrival begin to spread throughout the land. Sign up for special devotionals at StoriesoftheMessiah.com. As we dive deeply into iconic Bible heroes' enthralling narratives, we find more than just stories of faith and miracles. We discover a recurrent theme, a spiritual undertone that connects each tale to the grandeur of the Gospel. They're not just standalone legends; they're threads in a divine tapestry, weaving a story that foreshadows Jesus Christ, the ultimate hero, the promised Messiah who brings light to the darkest corners of history. For more Bible stories download the Pray.com app. To learn more about Rabbi Schneider visit https://discoveringthejewishjesus.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim and Lauren dive into the late-80s Sears exclusive Disney World Town Square replica - the ambitious “starter set” that promised Main Street magic at home just as Disney Stores began popping up in malls nationwide. Lauren's Valentine's gift to Eric sparks a deep dive into one of the most fascinating Disney retail experiments of the 1980s: the Sears-exclusive Walt Disney World Town Square replica. Jim explains how this surprisingly elaborate playset - complete with bendable Mickey and Minnie figures and optional upgrades like working streetlights and a smoking train - was born out of a major licensing deal between Sears and The Walt Disney Company. But when the first Disney Store locations began opening in malls, that partnership quickly unraveled. NEWS • A new Frozen 3 short is coming this October as part of Disney's Frozen Fan Fest, with full theatrical release slated for November 2027 • Disney continues evolving its merchandising strategy for the Frozen franchise, leaning into more adult-focused collaborations and collectibles • Bath & Body Works launches its 2026 Disney Princess fragrance collection featuring Aurora, Mulan, Rapunzel, Snow White, plus returning scents for Belle and Tiana • New Disney “Blooms” plush flower stems debut at Disney retail locations in London, Times Square, and Downtown Disney, hinting at possible Flower & Garden synergy • Josh D'Amaro outlines Disney's long-term strategy blending immersive parks, digital platforms like Fortnite, and integrated retail experiences FEATURE • The 1988 Sears-exclusive Walt Disney World Town Square replica “starter set” and its expandable ecosystem of add-ons • Optional upgrades included interior furniture packs, working streetlights, a smoking railroad train, trolley cars, tourists, and seasonal Christmas overlays • Why the playset's price was slashed 50 percent within a year - and how the rapid expansion of Disney Stores sparked a licensing rift • How this short-lived partnership reshaped Disney's retail strategy heading into the late 1980s and beyond HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Lauren Hersey - IG: @lauren_hersey_ | X: @laurenhersey2 FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode of I Want That Too is brought to you by Unlocked Magic. If a Disney or Universal trip is on your radar in 2026, head to UnlockedMagic.com to lock in great ticket prices with experts who know the parks and how to save you money. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the interesting effects of using YNAB is how it shapes your vision of money through multiple viewpoints. There's the spending you are doing now, when you make a transaction, then there's the tradeoff that spending causes in the future, becuase the spending you do now impacts the spening you will do in the future.   Jesse gives the example of a man going out for sushi. The $30 he spends now on the sushi is $30 that he isn't spending on Christmas presents several months from now. The juxtaposition is a bit extreme, but the point is that unplanned spending does have an impact on your planned spending, and when you start planning how to spend your money with YNAB, then you see how your decisions now are affecting your decisions later. In a word, it's clarity.   And, importantly, when you have this clarity with your money and you clearly see the tradeoffs you are making by spending on a thing or an experience now, you can now spend without guilt or fear or anxiety, because you are owning the choice and you are happy with it.   Watch The Jesse Mecham Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jessemechamshow   Got a question for Jesse? Send him an email: askjesse@ynab.com   Sign up for a free 34-day trial of YNAB at www.youneedabudget.com   Follow YNAB on social media: Facebook: @ynabofficial Instagram: @ynab.official Twitter/X: @ynab Tik Tok: @ynabofficial  

On this Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026, join Doug Billings on The Right Side for a powerful 15-minute deep dive into the true meaning of Ash Wednesday and Lent.Whether you're Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical, or simply feeling the call of faith today, discover why the ashes on your forehead are straight from Scripture – from Job and Daniel to Nineveh and Jesus Himself – and how this 2,000-year-old practice is more relevant in 2026 than ever.Doug addresses head-on the “pagan roots” critics who claim Lent, Ash Wednesday, and even the Christmas tree are corrupted because of ancient origins. With charity and firmness, he dismantles the myths (including Alexander Hislop's debunked The Two Babylons), explains how the Church Jesus founded on Peter redeems culture for Christ, and shows why these traditions bear beautiful fruit today.Plus: the explosive 2026 faith revival among young men (Barna data), practical Lent tips for prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, and a hopeful message that the same Jesus who started His Church is still in charge – even with an American Pope calling the world to renewal.This encouraging standalone episode is perfect for anyone seeking real hope on Ash Wednesday 2026.If this blessed you, subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with someone who needs to hear that you are dust… but you are beloved dust, and the Cross always wins.Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and everywhere podcasts are found.Full video version on YouTube: @TheRightSideDougBillings#AshWednesday2026 #Lent2026Support the show

Send a text"If I don't laugh, I'll cry." We've all said it, but Cathy Brusk lives it.From the terrifying moment a "stomach bug" turned into life-saving heart surgery, to navigating a world that wasn't built for her son, Cathy joins Surviving Ish to pull back the curtain on the reality of special-needs parenting.We're diving deep into the stuff people usually whisper about:The "R-Word" in Politics: Why language actually matters.Medical Mysteries: How a vascular ring and Cortical Vision Impairment (CVI) changed everything.The Financial Breaking Point: How medical bills and "traditional" gender roles almost crushed their marriage.The "Ish" of Life: Why laundry drawstrings and Christmas tinsel are the ultimate villains.Cathy shares how her family navigated mitochondrial disease, legal blindness, and years of financial stresses to find their "dream job" ending. It's raw, it's funny, and it's the reality check you didn't know you needed. #SpecialNeedsParenting #ParentingHumor #RealTalk #Resilience #MarriageAndMoney https://www.catherinebrusk.com/https://www.amazon.com/Forgiving-Nick-Romance-Collection-Book-ebook/dp/B0CL2VCLSYhttps://youtu.be/5bAFOuAeN2k?si=4XOYvwRiTXF1rqnHSupport the show

Following their Billboard-charting and award-winning album Midwinter's Gift, Kirstin Myers and Frances Drost—together known as Double Keyed—continue to delight audiences with heartfelt interpretations of both classical and contemporary music. Their contemplative sound takes listeners on a journey that resonates long after the final note.Formed in 2018, Double Keyed grew out of Kirstin and Frances's shared desire not only to perform together, but also to offer music that uplifts and leaves audiences with a deep sense of peace. Their first album, Midwinter's Gift, was recorded in Nashville in 2022 and quickly received national recognition, reaching #13 on Billboard's “Classical-Crossover” chart. A few months later, it was nominated for the Central Pennsylvania Hall of Fame's “Best Instrumental Album of the Year” and went on to win “Best Classical-Crossover Album” of 2022.Now, Kirstin and Frances are preparing their second Christmas album, a remarkable follow-up to Midwinter's Gift. Teaming up again with Nashville arranger and producer Phillip Keveren, this new music will feature the music of the world-class London Symphony Orchestra, recorded at Abbey Road Studios. Double Keyed is currently in full swing raising funds, practicing, and sharing glimpses of this exciting project with audiences.Website: doublekeyedmusic.comEmail: doublekeyed@gmail.comShop CDs and PDF Downloads: doublekeyedmusic.com/shopYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleKeyed/featuredMake sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical, and maybe even leave a nice review! Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical! Theme music by DreamVance.I help people to lean into their creative careers and start or grow their income streams. You can read more or hop onto a discovery call from my website.  https://jennetingle.com/work-with-meI'm your host, Jennet Ingle. I love you all. Stay safe out there! Your portfolio career is YOURS to design. If you are seeking inspiration, grab the first chapter of my book for FREE at the link below! You are allowed to thrive, and your artistry MATTERS.https://jennetingle.kit.com/c6e4009529

Jon Henriksson is a Stockholm-based double bassist and composer who has become one of the leading voices in the contemporary Scandinavian jazz scene. Born in 1996 in Gothenburg, his path to the bass started when a high school big band director gave him just two months to learn the instrument for a Christmas concert. His 2023 debut album Harmonia placed second in Orkesterjournalen's Golden Album readers' poll, and his new album Shapeshifter drops March 20th, 2026, featuring a quartet with pianist Rasmus Sørensen, drummer Jonas Bäckman, and saxophonist Karl-Martin Almqvist. In this conversation, Jon talks about discovering bird watching and nature photography during the pandemic as a counterbalance to musical life. He shares his compositional process of improvising at the piano and layering ideas on his phone, the Swedish folk high school system that's created a vibrant jazz pipeline to Stockholm, and the jam sessions he hosts twice weekly at Stompin in Old Town. Jon explains how he writes music drawing from Brazilian influences, folk, and pop alongside jazz traditions, and why he wanted Shapeshifter to give space for his favorite musicians to express their personalities. Connect with Jon on Instagram, and listen to his music on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. Connect with DBHQ Join Our Newsletter Double Bass Resources Double Bass Sheet Music Double Bass Merch Gear used to record this podcast Zoom H6 studio 8-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder Rode Podmic Sony Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM Lens   When you buy a product using a link on this page, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting DBHQ.   Theme music by Eric Hochberg

Rachel Gardner shot to prominence as Founder of the Romance Academy on the BBC. She is part of the Youthscape team and has always been a passionate advocate for youth. Over the last few years she has planted a church in Blackburn with her husband Jason, and their two adopted children, and shares lovely stories of messy transformation there. She's a great communicator, has written a number of books, and is pure gold. ▶️ Watch this episode as a video on YouTube.Do buy her book ‘The Girl De-Construction Project: Wildness, Wonder and Being a Woman'Go to youthscape.co.uk/research to download all the latest interesting pieces of research into how young people are hearing and responding to the Gospel.---

On today's Ask Me Anything episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are diving headfirst into your dilemmas — and nothing is off limits.From a gym co-owner who's fed up of being mistaken for “the boss's wife”, to a couple navigating pregnancy hormones after IVF, Abbey and Pete don't hold back with their honest (and slightly chaotic) advice.We get into the great boyfriend-at-50 debate, whether you're ever too old for labels, and Abbey reveals why she'd never walk down the aisle again. There's also a conversation about mismatched sex drives during pregnancy that gets very real… very quickly.And in possibly the most Therapy Crouch segment ever, the team tackle the “Bumfluff Epidemic” — should men be manscaping their backsides in 2026?Plus, Peter issues a public apology to a listener's daughter after accidentally smashing a football into her face at Stamford Bridge.Submit your AMA's by hitting the link below!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Mv3i0N5Jm1Kkjvd-4iUkpJEV1_Tisgq58siorNb9zS0/viewform?edit_requested=trueIf you want to submit an Agony Ab for the next episode — hit the link below!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit00:00 – Ask Me Anything kicks off: gym life, paddle obsession & glow-ups02:32 – The “Co-Owner” dilemma: why no one takes her seriously04:19 – Abbey's Christmas confession: “Thanks Dad”… for nothing06:06 – Drop the “Co” — become THE Owner07:24 – Lord Sugar memo story: demand the title09:02 – IVF pregnancy & mismatched sex drives10:57 – “It's like the baby's in the room”12:03 – Curry, sex & inducing labour myths14:16 – Are you too old to say “boyfriend”?15:59 – “I would never get married again”17:23 – The Bumfluff Epidemic begins24:01 – Peter hits a 10-year-old in the face — heartfelt apologyTo contact us:Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetherapycrouchpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @thetherapycrouchWebsite: https://thetherapycrouch.com/For more from Peterhttps://twitter.com/petercrouch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the last podcast of the week and we're tumbling into Thursday... literally. It's Jane's last day flying semi-solo, holding down the fort, and battening down the hatches - she really does it all! Jane and Eve talk men in power, the best cinemas in the city, bilingualism, and life without a loaf.Plus, television producer and journalist Felicity Spector discusses her book ‘Bread and War', ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.Our next book club pick is 'A Town Like Alice' by Nevil Shute.Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.You can listen to our 'I'm in the cupboard on Christmas' playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1awQioX5y4fxhTAK8ZPhwQIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producers: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, join Peter and Chris as they deep dive into the opening track off of RiddleBox, the almighty third jokers card from ICP , "Intro." Sit back and listen as they dissect the lyrics and content of the track, discuss the Insane Clown Posse's joker card intros, talk about movies from 1995 (and 2025), and tackle important topics like if the Jokers Gallery is juggalo canon!      The LinkTree is at https://linktr.ee/juggalorwd... Twitter/X: @JuggaloRWD IG: @JuggaloRWD Facebook: @JuggaloRWD TikTok: @JuggaloRWD Threads: @JuggaloRWD BlueSky: @JuggaloRWD The website is www.JuggaloRewind.com. Join us everywhere to talk to other listeners and about ICP, Twiztid and random juggalo nonsense. Email us at juggalorwd@gmail.com or call/text us at (810) 666-1570.        Join our Patreon! For only FOUR DOLLARS a month, you can join Kilnore's Army and get at least two bonus episodes per month, videos, chats and more! Even without paying, you can join the Patreon community! Become an official member of the Phat or Wack Pack today! -- Juggalo Rewind Patreon. Additional music provided by the IRTD. Voiceover work provided by Christmas. All music played is owned by the respective publishers and copywrite holders and is reproduced for review purposes only under fair use. #ForTheJuggaloCulture

Welcome to the Christmas series! It is time for God to announce the arrival of his only begotten Son. Who shall He choose to proclaim his arrival to first? Kings? Priests? No… He sends a choir of angels to lowly shepherds. Sign up for special devotionals at StoriesoftheMessiah.com. As we dive deeply into iconic Bible heroes' enthralling narratives, we find more than just stories of faith and miracles. We discover a recurrent theme, a spiritual undertone that connects each tale to the grandeur of the Gospel. They're not just standalone legends; they're threads in a divine tapestry, weaving a story that foreshadows Jesus Christ, the ultimate hero, the promised Messiah who brings light to the darkest corners of history. For more Bible stories download the Pray.com app. To learn more about Rabbi Schneider visit https://discoveringthejewishjesus.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boredom and restlessness are some of the most misunderstood reasons we overeat. We tell ourselves we're bored, but often what's really happening is that we're avoiding something—desire, growth, pride, even happiness. In this episode, Dara unpacks what boredom is actually protecting you from, why food becomes the default solution, and how to create a simple boredom protocol that doesn't rely on self-control or shame. This one might make you uncomfortable—but that's exactly why you need to hear it. What You'll Learn: The definitions of bored vs. restless (and why the distinction matters) The real question: Why do you let yourself believe you're bored? What boredom is really protecting you from: happiness, success, feeling proud, confidence, connection The core issue underneath boredom eating: WORTHINESS The Bored Eating Protocol (5 simple steps) Where "bored" sits on the Emotional Wheel (under "bad" → bored → indifferent/apathetic) Alternative words for "I'm bored": unsatisfied, unhappy, confused, directionless, uncertain The Bored Eating Protocol: Name it - "Oh, I'm telling myself I'm bored." Question it - "Am I actually bored, or am I avoiding something?" (Go back to the definition: feeling weary because something is uninteresting or repetitive, a lack of stimulation) Identify what you're avoiding - "What would I do right now if I believed I was worthy? If I didn't have to prove myself to anyone?" Take one small action toward that thing - Not the whole project. Just one stitch. One phone call. One sentence. Notice - How does it feel to move toward what you actually want instead of away from it? Powerful Story from This Episode: Dara shares the memory of walking into her grandma's kitchen at age six during Christmas. There was a mountain of dishes—and her grandma was laughing and having a ball. No paper plates, just joy in the work. That moment changed Dara's life: "You can take any job, any task, and decide if it's going to be awesome or not. I've never been bored in my life because I made that decision." But her grandma didn't have the tools to deal with stress. She turned to Coke (calling it her "medicine"), food, and baking. She had a heart attack at 64. This is why Dara does this work—so women don't have to keep beating themselves up and feeling trapped in their own bodies. What Boredom Is Really Keeping You Away From: Happiness - What if you pursued what you really wanted? Success - What if you actually finished that quilt and entered the show? Feeling proud - What if you achieved something and had to own it? Confidence - What if you believed in yourself? Connection - What if you put yourself out there? Resources Mentioned: Three Ways to Work with Dara: Join Love Yourself Thin Membership - The full program with ongoing support and community Emotional Eating Mini-Class - Free Masterclass Free 20-Minute Consult - Book a call to identify what's blocking you (Dara shares that one woman got so much clarity in just 20 minutes from YouTube)   Watch this episode on YouTube!     Coming Up Next Week: Episode 241: Emotional Eating When You Don't Even Know Why You Ate - The most mysterious type of emotional eating, where we pull everything together.  

BE WARNED: It's LuAnna, and this podcast contains honest, upfront opinions, rants, bants and general explicit content. But you know you love it!It's time to get TOTALLY EXTRA. Extra chat, extra rants, extra bants, extra stories, nonsense and more.On this week's Totally Extra: Getting a scouring pad for Christmas, being called into the Head's office cause your daughter's been singing about p*ssies, Doo Wop & Data, a hideous first kiss & finding out your family's been liking interesting things on Instagram.Remember, if you want to get in touch you can:Email us at luanna@everythingluanna.com OR drop us a WhatsApp on our NEW NUMBER: 07521564640Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/

This month's Listener Special is one of those episodes that reminds us why your stories are at the very heart of Paranormal Activity.First, we head to Holland Hall Hotel in Lancashire, where Naomi shares an unforgettable experience from the eve of her wedding.A 17th-century hall known for its hidden priest holes becomes the backdrop for a shared sighting she and her bridesmaid still can't explain.A hooded monk-like figure standing silently at the end of their corridor.Was it connected to the building's recusant history… or something far older embedded in the walls?Then Gemma sends in a chilling photograph taken in the 1970s, a Christmas tree glowing softly in the window… and a face staring back from the glass.When the negative was checked, the figure was still there.Family members believe it's her late grandfather.Is this a classic case of spirit photography, or something imprinted in film at the moment of development?From there, Georgia takes us to a quiet residential street in Leeds where reality itself seemed to unravel.Footsteps echoing out of sync.The same parked van appearing again and again.A road that refused to end.Time passing, but not passing.Was she briefly caught in something that didn't want her to leave?We also hear from Ellie in Lanarkshire, who stepped onto an empty football pitch at dusk only to find the environment reacting as though a match was still being played so nets moving, lines bending, grass shifting under unseen feet.Had she crossed into another moment still unfolding?And finally, Emily recounts a deeply unsettling night shift at a small regional zoo.Animals standing frozen in unison.A rhythmic tapping just beyond the enclosure.The unmistakable sense of something large moving, unseen, just out of sight… and the chilling realisation that the animals knew exactly where it was.Five stories.Five very different encounters.Shared sightings, photographic mysteries, looping streets, overlapping moments in time, and something pacing in the dark beyond the fence.As always, you decide what you believe.Welcome to February's Listener Special.A Create Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week, we try something new! Olga introduces us to her hyperfixation and prime Cancon, Heated Rivalry. We get into race matching your favourite character, sports for the female gaze, tessalating each others' Johnson and Rube Goldberging making a baby. Follow Erika at @erikaelher Get the Patreon-exclusive second part of this episode (33 mins of bonus content) here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/151018098 WE NOW HAVE MERCH! Get your Glue t-shirts, mugs and totes in time for Christmas here (discount code for Patrons is on the Patreon): https://visualanticsapparel.com/collections/glue-factory Olga's special taping and tour dates can be found here: https://www.rocknrolga.com/ Milo's tour dates can be found here: https://www.miloedwards.co.uk/liveshows Follow us online to get Glue-related clips and updates: https://linktr.ee/gluefactorypod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260219dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion While he was still speaking, a bright cloud covered them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased. Listen to him!” Matthew 17:5 Listen to Him Peter was talking. He was excited. He was making plans. He was telling Jesus what he thought should happen next. And then God interrupted him. Matthew says, “While he was still speaking…” Before Peter could finish, God the Father spoke from a bright cloud: “This is my Son, whom I love… Listen to him!” We need that interruption, too, because we’re good at talking. Good at planning. Good at deciding what we think God should do. But God doesn’t tell you to listen to yourself. He tells you to listen to Jesus. I met with someone recently who told me he hadn't been to church in a long time. Then he added, “But it’s okay. I pray twice a day.” I told him I was glad he prays. That’s a good thing. But then I asked him a question he hadn’t considered: “When do you make time to listen to Jesus?” Because prayer is talking to God. But God’s Word is how God talks to you. Listen when life is going well. Listen when it isn’t. Listen when you’re calm. Listen when you’re anxious. Listen when you don’t know what to do because Jesus doesn’t just give advice. He gives promises. He says you are forgiven and that God is with you. He says death won’t win, and eternal life is yours. So, if you feel pulled in ten directions today, start here: Listen to him. Prayer: Father, quiet my heart and my mind. Help me listen to Jesus and trust his promises, especially when life is hard. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

What turns a house into a story you can hold? In this recap episode, we look back at our episode with Jenny Marrs for a warm, funny, and honest look at how a five-year writing journey became a memoir stitched from rooms, rituals, and the small moments that define family. Instead of design rules and trends, Jenny frames each chapter around a lived memory; the living room on Christmas morning, the spaces that carry laughter, mess, and meaning, creating a keepsake her kids can open years from now.Pulling back the curtain on the other half of her year: filming a six-episode renovation in Italy. The postcard image cracked under real pressure, snow in Tuscany, twelve-hour days, and back-and-forth flights that turned a dream into a test of endurance. We trade stories about logistics gone sideways, including a rental car ticket that landed on the wrong desk, and laugh through the kind of travel chaos that becomes legend among friends.Threaded through the hustle is a reminder of why any of it matters. A bearded friend recognized at a gas station, a viewer's daughter in a wheelchair who loves the show, and a quick decision to fly home early to surprise her. That small act reframes the entire season: work is the vehicle, people are the destination. If you've ever wondered how to capture your family's history, balance ambition with presence, or turn everyday spaces into memory engines, this conversation will meet you where you live, literally.If the story moves you, subscribe, share this episode with someone who loves their home, and leave a review with your favorite room memory so we can feature it next time.And go back and watch the full episode: Ep. 4 - Heartbeats and Homecomings: Jenny Marrs on Weaving Memories into Design

Today's 12 Minute Talk:1-10 LPVO or 2-10 with a red dot?It depends.Wade breaks down:Close range vs longer range prioritiesWhen an LPVO makes more senseWhen a 2-10 shinesOffset vs rooftop red dotsFirst focal plane vs second focal planeReticle differences (BDC vs Christmas tree vs MIL)Parallax… do you actually need it?If you're building an SPR-style rifle, a predator rig, or a dual-purpose AR-15, this conversation will help you decide what fits your real-world use case.The short answer?If you're shooting more up close → LPVO.If you're shooting more distance → 2-10.Or… buy both.

We're back with some more Gilmore Girls! Join us in this journey on social media - @gilmorethemerrierpod.ABOUT: GILMORE GIRLS (SEASON 1 EPISODE 10 & 11)Episode 10 - Hurt and upset when she finds herself uninvited to her parents' annual Christmas bash, Lorelai is frantic when she hears that her father Richard has collapsed at the party.Episode 11 - Lorelai tries to break up with Rory's teacher, Max, during parents-teachers meeting, which creates more troubles for her daughter at school.AIR DATE & NETWORK FOR: GILMORE GIRLS (SEASON 1 EPISODE 10 & 11)Episode 10 - December 21, 2000 | The WBEpisode 11 - January 11, 2001 | The WBCAST & CREW OF: GILMORE GIRLS (SEASON 1 EPISODE 10 & 11)Lauren Graham as Lorelai GilmoreAlexis Bledel as Rory GilmoreBRAN'S GILMORE GIRLS (SEASON 1 EPISODE 10 & 11) SYNOPSISIt's Christmas time and the prep for the Christmas pageant is in full swing, despite the fact that the baby Jesus is missing an arm. Lorelai and Rory have still not made up. The tension is palpable.While at work later, Lorelai gets a call from Emily telling her about when the Christmas party is. Lorelai is talking about how she'd be late so Emily tells her not to come at all which is shocking to Lorelai. When Rory goes to leave, she tells her that she's sure Emily didn't mean it and asks her to go but Lorelai isn't budging. After Rory leaves, Lorelai hears a knocking coming from the window in Rory's room. It's Dean. Lorelai and Dean talk about what happened at Miss Patty's and she tells him to knock on the door next time.While at the party, Richard keeps complaining that it's hot. He goes to turn the air on but doesn't come back to the table.Lorelai shows up at Luke's, sad that she didn't go to the party because she likes the festive food, so he makes her a Santa burger. But she gets a call - her dad is in the hospital. He collapsed.Luke shuts the diner down to drive her to the hospital. When she gets there, she finds Emily rushing around, trying to get answers. Lorelai is very uncomfortable seeing her dad in the hospital because things are complicated with her parents.It turns out that he's going to be fine which is a relief, obviously. The big question now at the hospital is what's going on between Lorelai and Luke. Luke tells Emily it's nothing and she tells him he's stupid. And Emily & Lorelai squash their beef.With all of that behind us, Lorelai gets back to dating Max Medina. It's going well, they're having fun. But after finding out that Rory is gonna start calling him Max outside of school because she assumes she's going to start seeing him more often because things are going well, Lorelai gets freaked out. She decides it's probably time to break things off because she doesn't want Rory to get attached.Luckily for her, it's parent day at Chilton. A perfect time for her to break up with Max. She tries but instead, she ends up making out with him. Paris sees this happen and tells EVERYONE! Rory finds out and that leads to an argument. Unfortunately for them, it's time for Friday night dinner and Emily's heard about the kiss too. It's not great.When Lorelai and Max finally talk about it, Max tells her that he got called into Headmaster Charleston's office and his job is in jeopardy. He thinks it's best that they take a break which Lorelai agrees to but that doesn't stop her from heading back home to cry in her bed as Rory consoles her. Watch the show on Youtube - www.deckthehallmark.com/youtubeInterested in advertising on the show? Email bran@deckthehallmark.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Patrick answers heartfelt questions about Catholic faith, from the effects of double baptism to whether small children should receive Ash Wednesday ashes. He encourages honest conversation about marriage outside the Church, reconciliation, and practical matters like choosing godparents or receiving ashes from non-Catholic sources. Unexpected moments arise, including stories about The Waltons, and Patrick draws from scripture and tradition to offer guidance rooted in compassion and clarity. Nancy (email) – Is Ash Wednesday more attended than Christmas? (00:36) Shelby - I have a family member who was baptized for the 2nd time. What is the status of their soul? (04:07) Alexandria - How do I navigate marriage when my spouse is not Catholic? (11:09) Anne – What is reparation? Is there any way to regain lost graces? (23:01) Stephanie - I just received ashes at a drive thru at an Episcopal Church. Is that ok? (28:53) Norma - I want to thank you for your good advice. It really helped my husband and me. (31:38) Liz - A priest told me that it was wrong for kids to receive ashes. (37:35) Joe - How come the Gospels are not signed by the Gospel writers? There is no actual confirmation that they wrote it. (45:08)

With a very late recap on the Holidays, Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells are back to chat about all things during Christmas and New Years. From gifts that they have been given, that they gave, and what its like having the family back home!Want to send me something to open?Dragonsteel EntertainmentATTN: AdamP.O Box 698American Fork, UT 84003Get your Wheel of Time updates here with the Bound and Woven newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/brandonsanderson/eye-of-the-world-campaignStay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/You can also follow me on:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSandersonTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSandersonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandonFrequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson.com

Formula 1 is in a moment of pause. The 2025 racing cars have been wheeled into storage, and the racetracks have fallen silent. But inside the top-secret F1 factories, each team is facing a winter like never before. Revised rules for 2026 are reshaping the cars and redefining what powers them, and that means the pressure is on for the hundreds working back at base.Before diving into the future, the team at Brixworth, the home of Mercedes High Performance Powertrains, are marking the end of an era. It's here that the engine - which drove Mercedes to eight straight Constructors' Championships between 2014 and 2021 - first came to life. Brixworth boss Hywel Thomas has planned a very special celebration to mark the end of this engine cycle and our expert guides Sarah Holt and Holly Samos were there to join in the festivities. This is an important time of transition for Formula 1's engine suppliers. Thomas and his Brixworth team have been developing the new engine that will power Mercedes and three other teams, on the grid in 2026.There is parallel work going on at Brackley, where Mercedes Technical Director James Allison is overseeing all other aspects of the new season's car design. The British engineer has more than three decades' experience in F1 but even he is a little daunted by what he calls the “biggest ever” rule change in the sport's history.While the work intensifies inside the F1 factories, it is, in contrast, time for the drivers to unwind. Italian Mercedes star Kimi Antonelli is heading home to spend some time with his family and friends, while Haas driver Ollie Bearman is holidaying in the Maldives before spending Christmas with his family in Monaco. Back at base, the Haas team are hard at work preparing for F1's new era in 2026 and that means both sides of the garage are collaborating too. Laura Muller - who works alongside Esteban Ocon and is an F1 trailblazer as the sport's first female race engineer - has just wrapped up her first season on the pitwall. Like Bearman, she knows the experiences of 2025 will help her navigate what lies ahead.F1 race-winner Valtteri Bottas is preparing for his return to the grid with the Cadillac Formula 1 team in South Australia. But even in an idyllic spot for winter training, the Finnish favourite is already counting down to pre-season testing and getting to the first race in Melbourne, Australia as he starts the next chapter of his F1 career.F1: Back at Base is an IMG Production for the BBC, hosted by Rosamund Pike.Co-hosts & Executive Producers are Sarah Holt and Holly Samos.

Prosecutors wanted her released. The judge refused.Juliana Peres Magalhães, the Brazilian au pair who confessed to helping Brendan Banfield execute a double murder, was sentenced Friday to ten years in prison — the maximum available under her plea agreement. Judge Penney Azcarate rejected the Commonwealth's recommendation of time served, delivering a ruling that sends a clear message about the limits of cooperation."Your actions were deliberate, self-serving, and demonstrated a profound disregard for human life," Azcarate said. "You do not deserve anything other than incarceration and a life of reflection on what you have done."Juliana's testimony was essential to convicting Brendan Banfield on two counts of aggravated murder. Her attorney argued that without her cooperation, prosecutors had only circumstantial evidence. But the judge made clear that being the star witness doesn't mean avoiding accountability — not when you helped plan the murder, lured the victim to his death, and fired the kill shot into a man already lying wounded on the floor."The plan did not work without your full involvement," Azcarate said. "This could have been a very different ending where Juliana saved two lives."The courtroom heard from Joe Ryan's mother, Deirdre Fisher, who described losing her son — the man Juliana helped lure to his death through a fake fetish profile. Fisher still hasn't taken down her Christmas tree since the murder. It stands behind the urn holding her son's ashes."My son's life was used and thrown away, seen as worthless and utterly disposable by those who plotted and executed his brutal murder."Despite the ten-year sentence, Juliana's attorney says she'll serve approximately four years with credit for time served and good behavior. Brendan Banfield faces mandatory life without parole at his May 8 sentencing.#JulianaMagalhaes #AuPairMurder #BrendanBanfield #TrueCrimeToday #FairfaxCounty #DoubleMurder #Sentencing #JosephRyan #ChristineBanfield #CourtTVJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

The prosecution recommended time served. The judge said no.Juliana Peres Magalhães — the au pair who admitted firing the shot that killed Joseph Ryan while Brendan Banfield stabbed his wife Christine to death — was sentenced Friday to ten years in prison. Judge Penney Azcarate rejected the Commonwealth's recommendation that Magalhães walk free after roughly two years behind bars, delivering instead the maximum sentence available under the plea agreement."You do not deserve anything other than incarceration and a life of reflection on what you have done," Azcarate told Magalhães. "May it weigh heavily on your soul."The judge called this "the most serious manslaughter scenario this court has ever seen" and systematically dismantled any notion that Juliana was merely a passive participant in Brendan Banfield's scheme. She detailed how Juliana spent weeks messaging Joe Ryan, knowing she was luring him to his death. How she waited nearby and alerted Banfield when Ryan arrived. How she hung up when Christine Banfield begged her to call 911. And how she walked up to Joe Ryan as he lay moaning on the floor and shot him point blank in the heart."At any point for at least the month prior — or that day — you could have stopped this. The plan did not work without your full involvement."Joe Ryan's mother delivered a devastating victim impact statement, revealing she still hasn't taken down her Christmas tree since her son's murder — it stands behind the urn holding his ashes. "My son's life was used and thrown away, seen as worthless and utterly disposable."This episode features full analysis of the sentencing hearing, the judge's ruling, and what this means for cooperating witnesses in future cases.#JulianaMagalhaes #BrendanBanfield #AuPairAffair #ChristineBanfield #JosephRyan #FairfaxCounty #TrueCrime #Sentencing #JudgeAzcarate #HiddenKillersJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

In this episode, you will listen to a passage in Hindi and we will train you to comprehend it and respond to questions based on it. And through interactive quizzes, we'll help you learn how to say, in Hindi – the sentences like – ‘Do you live there with your parents?' and ‘Do you have a job in Chicago?' Kindly support us & get access to the transcript of this podcast as well as the detailed worksheet based on this podcast with more vocabulary and weekly Exercise worksheets on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/learnhindionthego    To take a free trial for online Hindi lessons visit: https://learnhindischool.com Find out more at https://learn-hindi-on-the-go.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Jane has yet again come to work with a smile on her face (the office heating was on and the canteen was stocked with Cadbury's Fruit and Nut). Fi's still off, so Eve props Jane up - they chat Barbara Pym, aliens, bowling with piles, and book translations. Plus, space scientist Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock discusses her memoir 'Starchild'. Our next book club pick is 'A Town Like Alice' by Nevil Shute. Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton. You can listen to our 'I'm in the cupboard on Christmas' playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1awQioX5y4fxhTAK8ZPhwQIf you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producers: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Christmas series! Underneath the starlit sky, surrounded by hay and animal filth, the Savior of the World and Hope of Heaven is born. The climax of creation and crescendo of the cosmos takes place in the most humble of contexts. Sign up for special devotionals at StoriesoftheMessiah.com. As we dive deeply into iconic Bible heroes' enthralling narratives, we find more than just stories of faith and miracles. We discover a recurrent theme, a spiritual undertone that connects each tale to the grandeur of the Gospel. They're not just standalone legends; they're threads in a divine tapestry, weaving a story that foreshadows Jesus Christ, the ultimate hero, the promised Messiah who brings light to the darkest corners of history. For more Bible stories download the Pray.com app. To learn more about Rabbi Schneider visit https://discoveringthejewishjesus.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're spotlighting a band you need on your radar. Fronted by lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist Jaren LaGore, alongside her sister Jade LaGore on electric violin and vocals, The Band JAREN is bringing a bold, fresh sound to Christian music—rooted in rock, driven by faith, and powered by some seriously next-level vocals.From Carnegie Hall performances to multiple music awards, these sisters have already made waves—and since 2022, they've been touring nationwide, headlining festivals, and packing out Christmas tours with thousands every year. Named Artist to Watch by CCM Magazine and Today's Christian Entertainment, and landing major playlist covers on Spotify and Pandora, they're quickly becoming one of the defining voices of modern Christian music.Their brand-new single ‘Poetic' is out now, and it's a beautiful, honest anthem for a generation chasing meaning and truth. Let's dive in—this is The Band JAREN.@thebandjarenthebandjaren.com@christianmusicguyschristianmusicguys.com

February 18 |Genesis 49:1-33, Matthew 16:1-12, Psalm 21:1-7, Proverbs 10:3-4 // Follow along with the "Walking through the Word Daily Reading and Study Guide" in the Daily Life Journal and Daily Life Journal 4 Kids! Get your copy today, or grab a gift for someone you love this Christmas. lifereachresources.com/core4   

This week on International Feature, we took a trip back to one of the most talked-about holiday rom-coms of all time: Love Actually. Often held up as a seasonal classic, the film has remained a staple of Christmas viewing for years — but for us, revisiting it raised a lot more questions than warm fuzzy feelings. We dug into why the movie's reputation doesn't match our experience, and how some of its most celebrated moments have aged… poorly.• Only really connecting with one or two of the relationship dynamics presented • Our genuine disbelief that this is considered a romantic comedy “classic” • The blatant fatphobia and the way several characters are mistreated for laughs • The uncomfortable and inappropriate dynamic between Keira Knightley and Andrew Lincoln's character • Too many characters, too little depth, and barely enough time spent with any storyline • The randomness of certain casting choices — and how Martin Freeman ends up in movies like this • Why ensemble rom-coms just don't work for us when the emotional payoff isn't thereA holiday staple for some… but for us, this was more frustrating than festiveLetterbox'd Synopsis: Eight very different couples deal with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London.

Send a textMidweek Movie Reveiw!! (2/18/26)This is podcast Season #5, episode #15Get Help Dad Podcast with Bad jokes and tips and tricks to make your life  alittle bit better.Instagram: get.help.dad.podcastTiktok: @get.help.dad.podYoutube: Get Help Dad PodcastFYI: You are a great parent!!You can send in your own parenting advice, Dad topics, tell us where you are listening from or lawn care advice to gethelpdad@gmail.com.  We are excited to hear from you.  Please let us know your Name, City/Country you are from.  

Episode Synopsis:Are the holy days we celebrate, like Mardi Gras, simply innocent expressions of cultural traditions, or are they subtle acts of worship carrying great significance in the unseen realm?We talk about this and much more, including:How does Mardi Gras tie together the celebrations of Christmas and Easter?What is Carnival, and does it have pagan roots?Who is the god behind Carnival and Mardi Gras?How have Constantine's syncretic policies led to the celebration of fallen angels?Why do women expose their breasts during Mardi Gras?Original Air DateFebruary 18th, 2026Show HostsJason Spears & Christopher DeanOur PatreonConsider joining our Patreon Squad and becoming a Tier Operator to help support the show and get access to exclusive content like:Links and ResourcesStudio NotesA monthly Zoom call with Jason and Christopher And More…ORP ApparelMerch StoreConnect With UsLetsTalk@ORPpodcast.comFacebookInstagram

Time to revisit manic pixie dream girl Poppy and Vacation Alex! In a rare example of the movie being better than the book, we watched People We Meet on Vacation on Netflix. Also, it's the return of SOS, brought to all of us by Nicole Parker. SOS: Licked by Nicole ParkerUp Next: Bridgerton Season 4, Part 2What We're ReadingMatched to the Alien Rancher at Christmas by Mina CarterThat Time I Accidentally Became a Serial Killer by Rebekah SinclairFollow us on SpotifyWebsite: www.chicklitbookclubpodcast.comMerch: https://chicklitbookclubpodcast.threadless.com/TikTok: ChickLitBookClubInstagram and Threads: ChickLitBookClubPodcastPinterest: ChickLitBookClubPodcastBlueSky:@clbcpodcast.bsky.socialYoutube: @ChickLitBookClubEmail: chicklitbookclubpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260218dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown to the ground, terrified. But Jesus came and touched them. “Get up,” he said. “Don’t be afraid.” Matthew 17:6-7 Ashes and Hope Today, the season called Lent begins. Lent is the forty-day journey leading up to Easter. It’s a season when Christians slow down and focus on why Jesus came. We examine why he suffered, why he died, and why he rose again. Lent starts with a day called Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday reminds us of something we don’t like to think about. That we are dust. And to dust we will return. That sounds grim. And it is. But it’s also honest. Jesus’ three disciples had an honest moment, too. When they heard God’s voice on the mountain, they fell facedown, terrified. They couldn’t handle it. And then Matthew gives us one of the most comforting sentences in the Bible: “But Jesus came and touched them.” Jesus didn't stay far away. He didn't wait for them to get brave. He came close. And he said, “Get up. Don’t be afraid.” That’s what Lent is about. It’s not about you proving yourself to God. It’s about Jesus coming close to you. And then Jesus did something even bigger. He came down from the mountain because he had another hill to climb. A cross to carry. He went there for sinners. For weak people. For dust-people like us. Ash Wednesday reminds you that you will die. But Jesus reminds you he died and rose again for you. So, the ashes aren’t the end of your story. Jesus is. Prayer: Lord Jesus, on this Ash Wednesday, remind me that I am dust, but I am not forgotten. You came close, you carried my sin, and you defeated death. Give me hope in your unfailing promises. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Valentine's Day Surprise: Love, Laughter, and an Unplanned Twist Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-02-18-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Tivoli Haven i København strålede som et ægte vintereventyr.En: Tivoli Haven in København shone like a true winter fairy tale.Da: Snedækkede trækroner og skinnende lyskæder dannede en magisk kulisse.En: Snow-covered tree crowns and shining light chains formed a magical backdrop.Da: Overalt gik par hånd i hånd og fejrede Valentine's Day.En: Everywhere, couples walked hand in hand celebrating Valentine's Day.Da: Søren var fuld af forventning.En: Søren was full of anticipation.Da: "Jeg vil gøre denne dag uforglemmelig for Katrine," tænkte han.En: "I want to make this day unforgettable for Katrine," he thought.Da: Han havde altid været lidt impulsiv, altid jagende den næste store oplevelse.En: He had always been a bit impulsive, always chasing the next big experience.Da: Denne gang ville han overraske Katrine med en romantisk dag i Tivoli.En: This time he wanted to surprise Katrine with a romantic day in Tivoli.Da: Katrine, derimod, tænkte mere praktisk.En: Katrine, on the other hand, thought more practically.Da: Hun vidste, at Søren af og til tog chancer uden at tænke på konsekvenserne.En: She knew that Søren sometimes took chances without thinking about the consequences.Da: "Jeg må holde øje med ham," sagde hun til sig selv.En: "I have to keep an eye on him," she said to herself.Da: Med dem var Emil, deres gode ven.En: With them was Emil, their good friend.Da: Emil var altid god til at mediere og holde balancen.En: Emil was always good at mediating and keeping the balance.Da: "Bare slap af, Katrine.En: "Just relax, Katrine.Da: Vi sørger for, at alt går godt i dag," sagde han beroligende.En: We'll make sure everything goes well today," he said reassuringly.Da: Alt gik efter planen.En: Everything went according to plan.Da: Søren og Katrine nød rutsjebanerne, spadserede gennem det julelysbesatte landskab, og latteren flød frit mellem dem.En: Søren and Katrine enjoyed the roller coasters, strolled through the landscape adorned with Christmas lights, and laughter flowed freely between them.Da: Men så, midt i magien, skete det uventede.En: But then, amidst the magic, the unexpected happened.Da: Efter en lækker varme kakao og nogen småkager fra en bod, begyndte Søren at føle sig underlig.En: After some delicious hot cocoa and some cookies from a stall, Søren began to feel strange.Da: Hans hud kløede, og han fik svært ved at trække vejret.En: His skin itched, and he had difficulty breathing.Da: "Jeg tror, jeg har en allergisk reaktion," forsøgte han at sige, mens panikken krøb op langs hans ryg.En: "I think I'm having an allergic reaction," he tried to say as panic crept up his spine.Da: Katrine blev vældig bekymret.En: Katrine became very worried.Da: "Vi skal finde hjælp straks!"En: "We need to find help immediately!"Da: sagde hun beslutsomt.En: she said decisively.Da: Emil tog befæstigelse i situationen, med et skarpt blik for Søren's tilstand.En: Emil took charge of the situation, sharply observing Søren's condition.Da: "Der er førstehjælpsstationer rundt omkring.En: "There are first aid stations around.Da: Vi skal finde en," sagde han hurtigt.En: We need to find one," he said quickly.Da: De skyndte sig gennem folkemængden, hvor lysene fortsat blinkede og folks latter fyldte luften.En: They hurried through the crowd, where the lights continued to blink and people's laughter filled the air.Da: Endelig fandt Katrine en nødkit tæt på indgangen til en af de større attraktioner.En: Finally, Katrine found an emergency kit near the entrance to one of the larger attractions.Da: Hun fandt antihistaminer i kittet og gav dem til Emil.En: She found antihistamines in the kit and handed them to Emil.Da: Mens Emil forsigtigt administrerede medicinen, prøvede Katrine at berolige Søren.En: While Emil carefully administered the medicine, Katrine tried to calm Søren.Da: "Rolig, Søren.En: "Calm down, Søren.Da: Det skal nok gå," sagde hun med en fast hånd på hans arm.En: It's going to be okay," she said with a firm hand on his arm.Da: Minutterne føltes som timer, men snart viste tegnene på bedring sig.En: The minutes felt like hours, but soon signs of improvement appeared.Da: Søren kunne endelig trække vejret igen, og kløen begyndte at aftage.En: Søren could finally breathe again, and the itching began to subside.Da: Med en dyb indånding vendte han sig mod sine venner.En: With a deep breath, he turned to his friends.Da: "Tak, Katrine.En: "Thank you, Katrine.Da: Tak, Emil.En: Thank you, Emil.Da: Jeg kunne ikke have klaret det uden jer."En: I couldn't have managed without you both."Da: Da de var sikre på, at Søren havde det bedre, besluttede de at fortsætte med deres dag.En: Once they were sure Søren was better, they decided to continue with their day.Da: Tivoli Haven ventede stadig, med sin magiske atmosfære og glitrende kæfkager.En: Tivoli Haven still awaited them, with its magical atmosphere and sparkling fried doughnuts.Da: Søren havde lært noget vigtigt den dag.En: Søren had learned something important that day.Da: "Jeg vil tænke mere over risikoerne fremover," sagde han, mens han kiggede på Katrine med kærlige øjne.En: "I'll think more about the risks in the future," he said, looking at Katrine with loving eyes.Da: Han satte pris på den støtte, han havde fra dem begge, og vidste at sådanne oplevelser kun bragte dem tættere sammen.En: He appreciated the support he had from both of them and knew that such experiences only brought them closer together.Da: Valentinsdag i Tivoli sluttede som planlagt - med en varm og taknemmelig Søren, en betrygget Katrine og en lattermild Emil.En: Valentine's Day in Tivoli ended as planned - with a warm and grateful Søren, a reassured Katrine, and a laughing Emil.Da: Eventyret var måske ikke perfekt, men det var uforglemmeligt.En: The adventure may not have been perfect, but it was unforgettable. 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This show has been flagged as Clean by the host. Dave interviews Alex about his journey into Amateur Radio, given that he only passed his Foundation licence at the end of December. What we forgot to mention is that he managed to get his callsign just before Christmas, so that was a rather lovely gift! Links to stuff spoken about in the episode: hpr3473 :: My journey into Amateur Radio (Dave's journey) Maltby and District Amateur Radio Society (our local club) RSGB Foundation Licence Manual HamTrain's Foundation Study Guide Essex Ham RSGB Foundation Licence NATO Phonetic Alphabet RSGB National Radio Centre (GB3RS) at Bletchley Park We hope you enjoyed this episode, and we'll be happy to follow up any questions! 73 de Dave M7TLB and Alex M7OUO Provide feedback on this episode.

主播：Flora（中国）+ Erin（美国） 音乐：恭喜发财Happy Chinese new year! 大家过年好！今天我们就来聊一聊那些地道、常用的新年祝福语，不仅仅是翻译，更包含着语言背后的文化趣味。01. “恭喜发财”英语该咋说？一段“Merry Fa Cai, Gong Xi Christmas”的视频在社交平台刷屏，“圣诞快乐”混搭“恭喜发财”，感觉怪怪的（weird），但是又很好玩（funny）。A little Christmas, a little CNY (Chinese new year), and a whole lot of festive cheer (满满的节日欢乐)!其实我们过年的时候挺常用“恭喜发财”这样的祝福语和memes（表情包）的。When you go to the supermarket, you'll hear “Gong Xi Ni Fa Cai” (刘德华的《恭喜发财》) playing everywhere.��“恭喜发财”英文是怎么翻译的呢？直译（literal translation）是“May you get rich.”——“祝你变富”！听起来很豪爽，但是英文听起来有些奇怪（sounds a little strange in English）。 我们可以说：Wishing you happiness and prosperity!Prosperity：繁荣/兴旺主播Erin表示：在实际生活中，when sending others new year wishes，很少会把祝福说得这么具体（specific）。像“恭喜发财”、“万事胜意”这样的祝福语是很有中国特色的（very Chinese）。02. 地道英文版新年祝福当我们想要给外国朋友送上来自中国的新年祝福，或者你的外国朋友想要体验一下中国过年的氛围，我们就可以用到下面地道的英文祝福语表达：（1）新年快乐 Happy New Year！（2）身体健康Wishing you good health.（3）万事胜意：希望所有的事情都能比自己所希望的还要好Wishing you all the best. 希望你一切都好。May everything go your way. 所有事情都顺心如意。（4）心想事成：心里想的都能实现May all your wishes come true. 祝你所有的愿望都能实现。（5）阖家欢乐：祝你家庭欢乐，其乐融融Wishing you and your family happiness.（6）年年有余Wishing you abundance year after year. 希望你每年都很富裕。May you have surplus and prosperity every year. 愿你年年都有盈余，生活富足。��为什么中国年要挂鱼？Because in Chinese, the word for “fish (鱼)” sounds the same as the word for “surplus (剩余/盈余的余)”. 当你每年挂鱼的壁画在墙上的时候，就象征着“年年有余”。这些福语都是以“wish or may”开头的。In English, “wish and may” are how you say I hope or I wish for you. They're perfect for holiday blessings (节日标配).03. 西方人怎么说“新年快乐”?（1）“Happy New Year”是主播Erin的go to（首选）。（2）All the best for the new year. 祝你新年一切都好。（3）Wishing you a great year ahead.祝你来年一切顺利。（4）Cheers to the new year!为新年干杯！（5）Here's to 2026!为2026举杯！中国的新年祝福往往离不开prosperity (繁荣) and good fortune (好运)，而西方的祝福则更多围绕happiness and new beginnings (新的开始)。Different cultures, but the same idea - everyone just wants a good year.不同的祝福语都有共同的愿望，那就是下一年一切都好。Happy New Year! Wishing you good health, Wishing you all the best, and may all your wishes come true! 新年快乐！祝你身体健康、万事胜意、心想事成！欢迎大家在评论区分享：What kind of New Year wishes do you usually share with family and friends?你过年一般会和家人、朋友说什么样的祝福语呢？

Bundle up, because it's about to get really cold inside the Burrow! The MuggleCasters have reached “A Very Frosty Christmas” in their Chapter-by-Chapter reread of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. And they're not alone. This week the Real Weird Sisters Alice and Martha have joined us! Topics cover the new Minister for Magic's cunning, Mrs. Weasley's faults, and the Weasley Brothers' violent tendencies. New Throwback Content: Be sure you're following us Lon our Twitch where we are currently streaming the Chamber of Secrets PC game as part of our lookback content this year. All videos will eventually be posted also on our YouTube channel. Welcome Alice and Martha of the Real Weird Sisters! They have been podcasting for 10+ years and are awesome. Chapter by Chapter continues with Half-Blood Prince, Chapter 16: A Very Frosty Christmas The MC Pensive segment takes us back to an episode we recorded seven years ago. Are we surprised that people still aren't believing Harry about Draco, even Ron? What's with all the rough housing going on in the Burrow between Ron and his brothers? Is this a dangerous escalation or par for the course? Should Bill be stepping in between Fleur and Mrs. Weasley's feud? The hosts analyze Remus Lupin's story and his backstory. What is Lavender expecting from Ron, as indicated by her flashy piece of jewelry for him? Does anyone buy Scrimgeour's story that he and Percy were "just in the area"? Is Scrimgeour any more smooth than Cornelius Fudge was? Did Percy give Scrimgeour advice on tips for how to appeal to Harry? It kinda feels like he did, which is why Rufus failed so badly. Our MVP segment asks what Harry's sassiest line in the chapter is. Our Lynx Line topic this week for Slug Club patrons: What did Fred and George try to make Ron do with the Unbreakavable Vow? Coming up on Bonus MuggleCast for Slug Club patrons, we analyze our personal romantic histories broken down by the Hogwarts houses of our partners. It's a not-to-miss discussion! Participate in our weekly trivia segment by answering this week's Quizzitch question at MuggleCast.com/Quizzitch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've welcomed many actors I admire to Collider Ladies Night, but Thora Birch feels different. I grew up watching her. All I Want for Christmas, Hocus Pocus, Monkey Trouble, Now and Then — they all played on repeat in my home. From there, I followed her to the roles that earned her significant industry acclaim, a BAFTA nomination for American Beauty and a Golden Globe nomination for Ghost World.Since then, Birch has appeared on The Walking Dead and Mayfair Witches, made her directorial debut with The Gabby Petito Story, and now continues to make bold career choices, joining Kristen Stewart's feature directorial debut, The Chronology of Water.Based on Lidia Yuknavitch's acclaimed memoir, the film follows Imogen Poots as Lidia, a young woman who finds escape from her abusive home thanks to competitive swimming. However, that safe haven is rocked when she runs head first into a dizzying string of loss, addiction, and self-destructive choices before finding healing via her sister (played by Birch) and also through writing.With The Chronology of Water gearing up for its nationwide release, Birch visited the Collider Ladies Night studio to discuss her journey in film and television, beginning with early formative experiences on sets like Hocus Pocus and Patriot Games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"If you really loved me, you wouldn't give up on me."Rob and Michele Reiner heard some version of that for seventeen years. And they stayed. Eighteen rehab programs. Tens of thousands a month in treatment. A guesthouse so Nick could live close. A film about recovery made together. Every door stayed open. Every line in the sand got erased.They never walked away. And now they're gone.This isn't about assigning blame for what happened — that responsibility belongs to one person. This is about the trap that keeps people standing in fires that are consuming them. The belief that presence equals protection. That love equals proximity. That walking away makes you the villain.It doesn't.Nick reportedly told his parents that refusing their suggested programs meant homelessness. That was the consequence. It never materialized. Every ultimatum softened. And some people will never hit bottom because someone's always there to prevent the fall. Your love becomes the cushion that keeps them from the crash that might actually wake them up.Three things keep you trapped. Guilt weaponization: "If you leave, I'll spiral" — making your departure the cause of their destruction. Sunk cost: you've given too much to quit now. And the fantasy of the final save: what if this was finally the moment they were ready, and you missed it?Rob brought Nick to a Christmas party because leaving him home alone felt too dangerous. A seventy-seven-year-old man couldn't go to a gathering without his adult son. That's not caregiving. That's captivity dressed as love.You're allowed to stop. You're allowed to set limits. You're allowed to survive.The Reiners stayed until there was nowhere left to stand. You don't have to make the same choice.#RobReiner #NickReiner #MicheleSingerReiner #ReinerCase #TrueCrimeToday #TrueCrime #Enabling #WalkingAway #AddictionFamily #FamilyTragedyJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

Eighteen rehab stints. Millions of dollars. A guesthouse on the property. A movie made together about healing. Rob and Michele Reiner gave Nick everything for seventeen years.They never walked away. And they're dead.This episode isn't about blame — what happened is the responsibility of one person alone. But it's about a question that haunts everyone who's ever loved someone dangerous: when does staying become its own form of destruction?We're taught that love means presence. That walking away is abandonment. That good people don't give up. But "unconditional love" got twisted somewhere into "unconditional proximity." They're not the same thing. You can love someone from a distance. You can love someone you'll never see again. You can love someone and still refuse to let them take you down with them.Nick reportedly told his parents that refusing their treatment plans meant homelessness. That was the line. But it never held. Every consequence dissolved. Every ultimatum evaporated. Some people never hit bottom because someone's always there to catch them — and your outstretched hands become the floor preventing the fall that might actually save them.The trap has three parts. Guilt weaponization: your departure becomes the cause of their destruction. Sunk cost: you've invested too much to walk away now. The final save fantasy: what if you leave right when they were finally ready?Rob Reiner brought Nick to a Christmas party because he was reportedly afraid to leave him home alone. A seventy-seven-year-old man couldn't attend a holiday event without his thirty-two-year-old son in tow. That's not supervision. That's hostage behavior.You're allowed to stop. Walking away isn't betrayal — it's the recognition that your presence isn't saving anyone. The Reiners stayed until there was nowhere left to stand.You don't have to.#RobReiner #NickReiner #MicheleSingerReiner #ReinerMurders #TrueCrime #Enabling #WalkingAway #AddictionFamily #Codependency #HiddenKillersJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

Hi mama, If you feel like you make good money… but somehow still feel stressed about it — this episode is for you. In part two of our mini money mindset series, I'm sitting down with Shana and Vanessa… the Budget Besties… to talk about how working moms can: Stop relying on credit cards • Dig out of holiday debt • Avoid the “Amazon black hole” • Create separate spending buckets that actually work • Set up a simple budget system that runs on autopilot • Teach kids healthy money habits early We're talking about real life budgeting…. not restriction, not shame, not tracking every penny — but building a system that supports your goals, your family, and your future. If you've ever said: “I'll figure it out later.” “I make good money… why does it feel tight?” “I don't even know where it's all going…” This conversation will change how you think about money. Plus, we dive into: ✔️ The Christmas debt hangover ✔️ Why credit cards feel like a black hole ✔️ How to automate your budget so it works even when life gets crazy ✔️ Giving your kids their own accounts and financial responsibility ✔️ How to divide holiday spending by 12 so next year feels calm Because becoming intentional with your time also means becoming intentional with your money. Future you is cheering you on!

Charlie Puth (Whatever's Clever, Voicenotes, Nine Track Mind) is a Grammy and Golden Globe Award-winning songwriter, recording artist, and producer. Charlie joins the Armchair Expert to discuss his opinion that standup is the scariest job, how everyone in New Jersey is their own local celebrity, and that what's most important about recording is capturing the air in the room. Charlie and Dax talk about the photographic memory-like way he approaches sound, learning he wanted to write his own music after discovering 70s pop and R&B, and making a Christmas album that he sold door-to-door at age 11. Charlie explains why his history with his wife is like a country song, the realization that he had to remove fraudulence from his life, and embracing the beauty of imperfection in being human.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.