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Hearing the Christmas story outside of the holiday can bring a new context. Today, let's focus on Mary and Joseph as new parents in this story: (Luke 2:12-19 MSG) The angel said, “Don't be afraid. I'm here to announce a great and joyful event that is meant for everybody, worldwide: A Savior has just been born in David's town, a Savior who is Messiah and Master. This is what you're to look for: a baby wrapped in a blanket and lying in a manger.” At once the angel was joined by a huge angelic choir singing God's praises: Glory to God in the heavenly heights, Peace to all men and women on earth who please him. As the angel choir withdrew into heaven, the sheepherders talked it over. “Let's get over to Bethlehem as fast as we can and see for ourselves what God has revealed to us.” They left, running, and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby lying in the manger. Seeing was believing. They told everyone they met what the angels had said about this child. All who heard the sheepherders were impressed. Mary kept all these things to herself, holding them dear, deep within herself.Consider for a moment this strange truth: God entrusted His Son that He sent to redeem the world to a man and woman who were sinners. The same scenario that started the mess to begin with. At least, the first couple wasn't sinners in the beginning. But Mary and Joseph were. Why would He do something so illogical? Simple. To redeem everything that went wrong the first time through the same method: Obeying His direction through free will, free choice.Read the last verse one more time: Mary kept all these things to herself, holding them dear, deep within herself.When life got hard, when being the Messiah's mom was difficult, when following God's plan looked crazy, when Jesus was on His way to the cross, Mary held on to the God of messes and miracles, of shepherds and angels, of death and new life.When life gets hard for you, maybe as a parent, when being your kid's parent is difficult, when following God's plan looks crazy, when fear, pain, and struggle are in your face, hold on to the God of messes and miracles, of shepherds and angels, of death and new life. Hold onto the things of God in your heart, deep within you.Let's pray: “Lord Jesus, what awesome parents You must have had. Help me to take as much care with my children as Mary and Joseph did with You. Hold me close while I keep You in my heart. As above, so below. Amen”
https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260813dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Romans 8:31-33 Without a Doubt! There are very few things you can say without a doubt. When making plans, you can’t say they will happen without a doubt. When someone asks you a difficult question, can you always answer confidently, without a doubt? Thankfully, we can answer life’s most crucial question without a doubt, and not because we’re so smart, but because God is so great! Life’s most crucial question is, “Am I right with God?” or “Will God let me into heaven?” Some people struggle to answer those questions without a doubt. Those doubts come from the reality of sin. God is holy and perfect; we are not. Just one sin is enough to bar us from heaven, and we've committed more than one. More than we can count. It would be presumptuous to believe we can simply walk through heaven’s gates, except that God assures us of this without doubt or hesitation. God is for us! He’s on our side. He says that our sins are forgiven. This removes any and every shred of doubt. Who can bring any charges against us that will stick? Our own doubts and guilty conscience might try to tell us we aren’t forgiven or worthy, but they don’t call the shots! God does. He has justified us. That means he declares, with absolute authority, that we are not guilty because he’s forgiven all our sins. And if any doubt should remain, here’s proof: God did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all. This is how the guilty are declared innocent and the accused become acquitted, without a doubt. God spared no expense to make things right between you and him. God left heaven and carried a cross to make heaven your home. It’s yours through Christ, without a doubt. Prayer: Lord, spare me from doubt and temptations to justify myself and let my confidence rest on Christ alone who has already justified me. 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.
Reflecting on Russell Westbrook's retirement, plus OKC playing on 2026-27 Opening Night, Christmas, more
Singer and actress Sydnie Christmas joins Frank Mackay on this episode of The Frank Mackay Show!
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Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful early spoilers for August 17-21, 2026 are set to deliver an exciting week of unexpected events and intense confrontations. With Finn (Tanner Novlan) facing a terrifying situation involving his wife Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood), and Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) spiraling over Katie Logan's (Heather Tom) recent actions, fans are in for a rollercoaster ride. The week also sees the surprising engagement of Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) and Taylor Hayes (Rebecca Budig), much to the shock of Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) and Steffy. B&B spoilers take a creepy turn with Sheila Carter (Kimberlin Brown) lurking around and stalking Finn and Steffy in Monaco, leading to a heated confrontation when Steffy recognizes her. Meanwhile, Brooke remains upset over Fannie Grayson's (Elsa Esnoult) fragrance deal with Katie, causing tension between the sisters. Spoilers for Bold and Beautiful suggest that Daphne Rose (Murielle Hilaire) shares her heartbreak over her early menopause diagnosis with Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor), sparking a discussion about IVF. The week concludes with a dramatic cliffhanger: Steffy finds herself in danger, with Sheila coming to her rescue, hinting at a potential change in their relationship. More Bold and the Beautiful spoilers suggest that the drama will potentially lead to Sheila gaining a place in Finn and Steffy's lives and causing awkward family dynamics at Christmas. Amidst all this, Brooke confronts Katie over the fragrance deal, and Taylor and Deacon plan their future. In B&B comings and goings news, Kelly Sullivan is set to debut as Darcy Dylan, Melissa Dylan's (Sydney Bullock) mother the week of 8/17 - 8/21/2026. The Soap Dirt podcast made the Top 100 List for Apple Podcast's Entertainment News Category. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/
In this episode, James and Audrey follow George Washington and the Continental Army through the disastrous New York and New Jersey campaign of 1776, as the British launch the largest overseas expedition in their nation's history to crush the rebellion. We examine the pivotal Battle of Long Island, Washington's remarkable nighttime escape from Brooklyn Heights, the loss of New York City, and the desperate retreat across New Jersey that brought the American cause to the brink of collapse. Along the way, we explore the failed Staten Island Peace Conference, Nathan Hale's famous mission, the capture of Fort Washington, and the leadership lessons Washington learned through defeat. By Christmas 1776, with enlistments expiring, morale at its lowest point, and the Revolution seemingly on the verge of failure, Washington knew that one bold stroke might be all that stands between American independence and total defeat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mackey, Judd and producer Artis dive into The Latest Minnesota Timberwolves News! Topics include Chris Finch raving about LaMelo Ball's potential impact; The Wolves set to face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Christmas; And a Wolves team trip to France! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hour 3 begins with a confusing MLB umpire call where Isaac and Suke have no idea what's happening. Later, the guys discuss what's next for J.J. McCarthy as he got benched in Minnesota. Isaac and Suke discuss the NFL schedule on Thanksgiving and Christmas and wonder what the ultimate matchup would be.
Today's Sports Daily covers Hard Knocks episode #2 thoughts, NBA's Opening Night and Xmas Day games are set, MLB's decline in starting pitching is staggering, & an update to two stories from yesterday's podcast. Music written by Bill Conti & Allee Willis (Casablanca Records/Universal Music Group) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mackey, Judd and producer Artis dive into The Latest Minnesota Timberwolves News! Topics include Chris Finch raving about LaMelo Ball's potential impact; The Wolves set to face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Christmas; And a Wolves team trip to France! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On today's episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda sits down with powerhouse British singer and actress Sydnie Christmas, winner of Britain's Got Talent 2024. Since her unforgettable BGT victory, Sydnie's career has taken off. She has sold out headline shows in the UK and New York, performed at the Hollywood Bowl, starred as Cruella De Vil in 101 Dalmatians in London, appeared in the West End premiere of Don Black's From the Heart, and performed for the King and Queen at the Royal Albert Hall. Now Sydnie is entering another exciting—and deeply personal—chapter with her first album of original material. Sydnie joins Linda to talk about what life really looks like after winning Britain's Got Talent, the moments when she questioned whether her dream would happen, handling a rapidly changing career, and the relationship she has developed with the fans she affectionately calls her "Fanmily." She also shares what it means to finally tell more of her own story through original music, including her new singles "Lean on You" and "Run." Sydnie returns to the U.S. for performances in Philadelphia, New York City and Homer, New York in August, followed by the PBS broadcast of Sydnie Christmas: Live in London beginning in October. A larger U.S. tour is planned for spring 2027. In this episode: What Sydnie remembers about winning Britain's Got Talent What nobody tells you about life after a major television win The years of work behind her "overnight success" Performing at the Hollywood Bowl and for the King and Queen Going from powerhouse vocalist to Cruella De Vil Why creating original music feels different The story behind her relationship with her "Fanmily" What Sydnie wants American audiences to experience Why this next chapter may be her most exciting yet Listen to Sydnie's new singles "Lean on You" and "Run," and watch for her new album coming this fall. Summary Cindy Christmas shares her inspiring journey from auditioning in musical theater to winning Britain's Got Talent, performing at iconic venues, and releasing her first original album. She discusses the importance of perseverance, staying true to oneself, and connecting deeply with her fans. Key Topics Cindy's experience winning Britain's Got Talent Her journey through musical theater and retraining Performing at the Hollywood Bowl and for royalty Releasing her first original album and songwriting process The significance of her fan community, Fan Malie Her upcoming US tour and PBS special The importance of perseverance and staying true to oneself Takeaways Opportunities often come after years of hard work and persistence. Staying authentic and true to your voice is crucial for artistic success. Building a supportive community of fans can sustain and motivate an artist. Reinvention and vulnerability are key to growth in a music career. Dreams are achievable if you never give up and keep fighting. Sound Bites "Opportunities come after years and years of showing up." "Writing songs since I was eleven, now sharing my diary with the world." "My voice is of a different era, and I am proud to represent that." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cindy Christmas's Journey 01:47 Winning Britain's Got Talent and Its Impact 03:54 Life Changes After the Talent Show 06:04 Performing at Iconic Venues and Royal Audiences 06:58 Releasing Her First Original Album 08:10 The Meaning of Fan Malie and Community 08:50 Her US Tour and PBS Special 09:47 Encouragement for Aspiring Artists
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Allie, Dan Woike, and Mark Medina breakdown the Lakers opening night game against the Warriors and their Christmas Day matchup against LeBron James and the Sixers. Then we play Guess the Player Career Path with former Laker legends. Catch all the Lakers action this season on Spectrum Sportsnet+ with the NBA app when you add Spectrum Internet and at least one Mobile line. Plus, get a free Xumo Stream Box for six months! This offer is a slam dunk (total value of $194.99). Learn more: spectrum.com/getlakers
Welcome to the Christmas series! Joseph and Mary embark on a treacherous journey to Bethlehem. Joseph struggles to keep up his strength, and Mary makes a mistake that may cost them the entire journey. 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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
0:00 - JK Dobbins left practice with a soft tissue injury the other day, then returned to practice the next day. He was chirping at the media about our "injury prone" narratives. So, is he healthy or not? Should he even see the field during the preseason? Or should be bubblewrap him?19:49 - The Nuggets are playing the Warriors in the late slot on Christmas Day. Denver absoLUTEly deserves a Christmas Day game. They're a good enough team to earn that honor. But the Warriors? They're old and bad. There's only ONE reason they made the cut: Wardell Stephen Curry.36:26 - The Kansas City Chiefs' reign of terror is officially OVA. The offensive juggernaut we once knew ain't comin back.
On Episode 494 we discuss the NBA's Christmas schedule as well as the WNBA controversies ( and standings). We then continue our college football preview and get to a few NFL stories before covering the NL Central and the current playoff standings in baseball.
Craig Bartlett, creator of Hey Arnold!, joins Arun Mehta for the 20th Anniversary Show! A wide-ranging interview about the past, present, and future of the beloved Nickelodeon series. In this episode, Craig shares behind-the-scenes stories from the original show, including how long it took to make an episode, the moving real-life inspiration behind Arnold's Christmas, the origins of Brainy, and why Arnold and Helga were always on a path toward something deeper.The conversation also looks ahead to Hey Arnold!: The Jungle Movie, the possibility of a sixth season, The Patakis, reboot character designs, fan demand, and how a new generation of artists and viewers helped bring Arnold back into the spotlight.
https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260812dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 It’s All Good! “It’s all good!” someone might say. We might tell ourselves, “It’s all good,” even when it’s not. Even when it doesn’t seem good, we try to remain optimistic, look at the brighter side, and have faith that it will all work out. The Christian faith is not merely faith that all things will work out. It’s faith in the God and Savior who works out all things for eternal good. This Bible verse is not a promise that only good and pleasant things will happen to you if you just love God enough. It’s a reminder that those who love God and are loved by God will experience all sorts of things that don’t seem good and pleasant. When something challenging or tragic comes into your life, you might be tempted to wonder, “Does God have something against me? Is that why bad things are happening?” You may doubt that God is really on your side. But here is his assurance: He's not working against you; he’s working for you and for your good! Jesus shows us how true this promise is. No one in the world would naturally see someone nailed to a cross and think, “That’s good.” Yet, in that way, God was at work to accomplish the greatest good—the forgiveness of our sins and eternal life with him. That’s good! When things happen in life that the world does not see as good, we have God’s promise that even this he will work out for good. It could be good personally for you because the thing that initially causes pain or sorrow could be God’s way of shaping you, strengthening you, or sparing you from greater physical or spiritual danger. It could bring good into the lives of others around you. If you’ve been through something, you are better equipped to encourage someone else who’s going through it too. It really is all good when we find ourselves in the loving arms of the God who works in all things for our eternal good! Prayer: Lord Jesus, give me faith that knows that in all things you are at work for your good and eternal purposes. 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.
Everything about what Lupin has been up to is so fascinating, because he says that he has been living amongst werewolves and they don't trust him because he's obviously human-coded. This is so similar to Snape's espionage post being that he has to go back to the high school where he was bullied. This is pure trigger, right? For full show notes, transcripts, ways to contact the hosts or support the show, and more, visit hpafter2020.com.
A Good Omens fanfic by LookingAtACupOfTea. Full title: Is There a Version?Music: 2 days left until Christmas by Sascha Ende (CC-BY 4.0)For tags and other details, to leave kudos and comments, please visit the corresponding post on archiveofourown: https://archiveofourown.org/works/85593191/!
Check out this link to buy DB's Books[link] Season 22 bonus episodes 90-112 Title and Author Brief description 90 “The Empty House” — Algernon Blackwood A classic haunted-house story: two curious visitors enter a long-abandoned house and slowly realize the old violence inside it has not gone away. 91 “The Judge's House” — Bram Stoker A student rents a gloomy old house once owned by a cruel judge, then finds the place still ruled by rats, dread, and a hanging shadow. 92a “Laura” — Saki / H. H. Munro A sharp, darkly funny reincarnation story about a mischievous woman who may return after death in a very inconvenient form. 92b “Man-Size in Marble” — E. Nesbit A newly married couple dismisses a local legend about marble knight effigies that walk at night; this proves unwise. 93 “Phantasmagoria” — Lewis Carroll A comic ghost poem, more playful than frightening, about ghostly rules, manners, and the absurd bureaucracy of haunting. 94 “Schalken the Painter” — Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu A Gothic tale of art, money, and damnation, centered on a young painter, a lost love, and a sinister suitor who may not be alive. 95A “The Shadows on the Wall” — Mary E. Wilkins Freeman After a family death, strange shadows appear on the wall, turning grief, guilt, and suspicion into a supernatural judgment. 95B “Tales of Treasure” — Anonymous A very short treasure-haunting piece; more of a compact eerie anecdote than a full plotted ghost story. 96 “The Trial for Murder” — Charles Dickens A murder victim's ghost appears around the trial of the accused killer, pushing the living world toward justice. 97A “Uncle Abraham's Romance” — E. Nesbit A gentle, melancholy ghost-romance about an old man, a beautiful portrait, and a love story touched by death. 97B “The Beast in the Cave” — H. P. Lovecraft An early Lovecraft story: a man lost in a cave hears something coming through the dark, and the final reveal is grim and human. 98 “The Ebony Frame” — E. Nesbit A haunted-portrait romance in which a woman in an old picture seems able to step out of the frame, but at a terrible cost. 99 “The Red Room” — H. G. Wells A skeptic spends the night in a supposedly haunted room and discovers that the true ghost may be fear itself. 100 “The Bell in the Fog” — Gertrude Atherton A Henry James-flavored Gothic story about an inherited English estate, old portraits, reincarnation, and family tragedy. 101 “The Ghost Club” — John Kendrick Bangs A comic supernatural story about crime, ghosts, and absurd afterlife logic; lighter and more satirical than scary. 102A “A Ghost Story” — Mark Twain Twain turns the haunted-room setup into a comic ghost story, playing with superstition and mistaken identity. 102B “A Psychical Prank” — John Kendrick Bangs Corrected from “Physical Prank.” A humorous Bangs ghost tale built around spiritualism, trickery, and supernatural mischief. 103 “A Midnight Visitor” — John Kendrick Bangs A comic supernatural visit in the night, with Bangs's usual mix of ghosts, manners, and absurd afterlife complications. 104A “A Quicksilver Cassandra” — John Kendrick Bangs Corrected author/title. A satirical ghostly fantasy about prophecy, warning, and not being believed. 104B “The Water Ghost of Harrowby Hall” — John Kendrick Bangs A funny Christmas ghost story about a soggy apparition who floods the ancestral house every year. 105 “The Chromatic Ghosts of Thomas” — Ellis Parker Butler A comic “ghost cat” story involving Thomas the cat and a colorful supernatural problem. 106 “Phantom” — Arnold Bennet 107A “An Astral Onion” — Elia Wilkinson Peattie A strange little supernatural story with Peattie's mix of humor, domestic life, and odd spiritual machinery. 107B “The Haunted Orchard” — Richard Le Gallienne A lyrical ghost story about an orchard haunted by memory, beauty, and possibly the spirit of a young girl. 108 “Glamis Castle” — Elliott O'Donnell A haunted-castle account built around the legends of Glamis, full of old-family dread and spectral atmosphere. 109 “The Return of Imray” — Rudyard Kipling Corrected spelling: Kipling. A colonial ghost/mystery story about a vanished man whose return is not what anyone expects. 110A “Since I Died” — Elizabeth Stuart Phelps A sentimental supernatural piece told from beyond death, focused on grief, love, and the living left behind. 110B “On the Northern Ice” — Elia Wilkinson Peattie A short icy ghost story, also known in some listings as “The Spectre Bride.” 111 “The Withered Arm” — Thomas Hardy A dark rural tale of jealousy, folk belief, class, and bodily curse, with the bleak fatalism Hardy does so well. 112 “The Yellow Wallpaper” — Charlotte Perkins Gilman A woman confined for a “rest cure” becomes obsessed with the room's wallpaper; psychological horror and feminist classic.
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Check out this link to buy DB's Books[link] Season 22 bonus episodes 90-112 Title and Author Brief description 90 “The Empty House” — Algernon Blackwood A classic haunted-house story: two curious visitors enter a long-abandoned house and slowly realize the old violence inside it has not gone away. 91 “The Judge's House” — Bram Stoker A student rents a gloomy old house once owned by a cruel judge, then finds the place still ruled by rats, dread, and a hanging shadow. 92a “Laura” — Saki / H. H. Munro A sharp, darkly funny reincarnation story about a mischievous woman who may return after death in a very inconvenient form. 92b “Man-Size in Marble” — E. Nesbit A newly married couple dismisses a local legend about marble knight effigies that walk at night; this proves unwise. 93 “Phantasmagoria” — Lewis Carroll A comic ghost poem, more playful than frightening, about ghostly rules, manners, and the absurd bureaucracy of haunting. 94 “Schalken the Painter” — Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu A Gothic tale of art, money, and damnation, centered on a young painter, a lost love, and a sinister suitor who may not be alive. 95A “The Shadows on the Wall” — Mary E. Wilkins Freeman After a family death, strange shadows appear on the wall, turning grief, guilt, and suspicion into a supernatural judgment. 95B “Tales of Treasure” — Anonymous A very short treasure-haunting piece; more of a compact eerie anecdote than a full plotted ghost story. 96 “The Trial for Murder” — Charles Dickens A murder victim's ghost appears around the trial of the accused killer, pushing the living world toward justice. 97A “Uncle Abraham's Romance” — E. Nesbit A gentle, melancholy ghost-romance about an old man, a beautiful portrait, and a love story touched by death. 97B “The Beast in the Cave” — H. P. Lovecraft An early Lovecraft story: a man lost in a cave hears something coming through the dark, and the final reveal is grim and human. 98 “The Ebony Frame” — E. Nesbit A haunted-portrait romance in which a woman in an old picture seems able to step out of the frame, but at a terrible cost. 99 “The Red Room” — H. G. Wells A skeptic spends the night in a supposedly haunted room and discovers that the true ghost may be fear itself. 100 “The Bell in the Fog” — Gertrude Atherton A Henry James-flavored Gothic story about an inherited English estate, old portraits, reincarnation, and family tragedy. 101 “The Ghost Club” — John Kendrick Bangs A comic supernatural story about crime, ghosts, and absurd afterlife logic; lighter and more satirical than scary. 102A “A Ghost Story” — Mark Twain Twain turns the haunted-room setup into a comic ghost story, playing with superstition and mistaken identity. 102B “A Psychical Prank” — John Kendrick Bangs Corrected from “Physical Prank.” A humorous Bangs ghost tale built around spiritualism, trickery, and supernatural mischief. 103 “A Midnight Visitor” — John Kendrick Bangs A comic supernatural visit in the night, with Bangs's usual mix of ghosts, manners, and absurd afterlife complications. 104A “A Quicksilver Cassandra” — John Kendrick Bangs Corrected author/title. A satirical ghostly fantasy about prophecy, warning, and not being believed. 104B “The Water Ghost of Harrowby Hall” — John Kendrick Bangs A funny Christmas ghost story about a soggy apparition who floods the ancestral house every year. 105 “The Chromatic Ghosts of Thomas” — Ellis Parker Butler A comic “ghost cat” story involving Thomas the cat and a colorful supernatural problem. 106 “Phantom” — Arnold Bennet 107A “An Astral Onion” — Elia Wilkinson Peattie A strange little supernatural story with Peattie's mix of humor, domestic life, and odd spiritual machinery. 107B “The Haunted Orchard” — Richard Le Gallienne A lyrical ghost story about an orchard haunted by memory, beauty, and possibly the spirit of a young girl. 108 “Glamis Castle” — Elliott O'Donnell A haunted-castle account built around the legends of Glamis, full of old-family dread and spectral atmosphere. 109 “The Return of Imray” — Rudyard Kipling Corrected spelling: Kipling. A colonial ghost/mystery story about a vanished man whose return is not what anyone expects. 110A “Since I Died” — Elizabeth Stuart Phelps A sentimental supernatural piece told from beyond death, focused on grief, love, and the living left behind. 110B “On the Northern Ice” — Elia Wilkinson Peattie A short icy ghost story, also known in some listings as “The Spectre Bride.” 111 “The Withered Arm” — Thomas Hardy A dark rural tale of jealousy, folk belief, class, and bodily curse, with the bleak fatalism Hardy does so well. 112 “The Yellow Wallpaper” — Charlotte Perkins Gilman A woman confined for a “rest cure” becomes obsessed with the room's wallpaper; psychological horror and feminist classic.
"You didn't wanna say, 'Let's transition?'" The Browns QB battle is legitimately hilarious, and it has led Todd Monken to deliver some amazing quotes. Then, Greg and Jeremy were not in for yesterday's conversation about Enes Kanter Freedom, Royce White, Sophie Cunningham, trans athletes, and the WNBA, and they have thoughts. Plus, the Miami Heat are back in action on Christmas, and it has the entire crew fired up about the December 25 sports schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bobby starts by talking to Taryn in North Carolina who has a great story about her brother becoming a millionaire that all started with learning a musical instrument. Amy shared what they finally were able to do for her son’s birthday. Eddie and his family already set their holiday plans and he’s excited! We can’t believe it’s already time to start thinking about what we’re doing for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Raymundo broke a record and brags about it! Bobby talks about being worried about an interview yesterday and it ended up being awesome.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Jacqueline Larsen as guest to the show. About Jacqueline Larsen, 2025 Dole Caregiver Fellow, North Carolina: Jacqueline Larsen cares for her husband, Jeffery (Jeff) Larsen, a retired Air Force pararescueman (PJ) who served for 18 years and deployed 20 times. From a young age, Jeff knew he wanted to become a PJ and serve his country. After graduating high school in 2010, he enlisted in the Air Force, completed the rigorous training, and earned his place in the elite unit. Over the years, he sustained multiple injuries, including traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), carpal tunnel in both hands, shoulder pain, and herniated discs, which ultimately led to his medical retirement. Jacqueline met Jeff in early 2020 through a dating app—just as she was about to give up on dating to focus on fixing up her newly purchased farm. Jeff had only recently joined the app as a New Year's resolution, and the two instantly connected. Their relationship quickly deepened, and by July 2020, they had eloped, with plans to celebrate with friends and family later that summer. However, on the eve of their planned celebration, tragedy struck when he fell when trying to move bales of hay on his own, leaving him quadriplegic. At the time, Jacqueline was eight weeks pregnant with their second child and navigating the overwhelming reality of Jeff's hospitalization during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jeff spent months in hospitals and rehabilitation centers, including the Shepherd Center in Atlanta and the VA in Augusta, before finally returning home just before Christmas. Since then, Jacqueline has dedicated herself to his care, balancing physical and occupational therapy sessions, pain management treatments, and adaptive rehabilitation activities that help Jeff regain independence. He is working toward riding a hand bike, using adaptive equipment for long-range shooting, and assisting with farm chores from his wheelchair. Their family, which includes their two sons, 11-year-old Lucas and 4-year-old Jackson, have adapted to a new normal—one filled with resilience, adjustments, and an emphasis on kindness and understanding. They have learned that while their family is not able to do all the things other families can do, they now create quality time where they can celebrate with new traditions. The boys have learned to be kind, courteous, and helpful to all people. Living in rural North Carolina, just outside Fort Bragg, Jacqueline faced challenges securing reliable respite care due to the limitations of the VA Caregiver Support Program and Tricare's lack of in-network providers in their county. Her experience has fueled her advocacy for systemic change to better support veteran caregivers, particularly those who have had to leave successful careers due to their caregiving responsibilities. She is passionate about raising awareness of the financial strain that unpaid caregiving places on families, including the burden of student loans for caregivers who can no longer pursue their careers. Currently, Jacqueline is working to turn their hobby farm into a sustainable business that will provide employment opportunities for both her and Jeff. About the Dole Caregiver Fellowship: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation Dole Caregiver Fellows Program is a selective leadership and advocacy fellowship for individuals who provide care and support to wounded, ill, or injured service members and veterans of all generations. Participants—spouses, parents, adult children, friends, or other loved ones—are chosen from across the United States to represent caregivers across their communities and nationally. During a two-year term, Fellows receive training, build networks, and work with policymakers, organizations, and the public to raise awareness of the value of caregivers and the challenges they face. They advocate for improved support and resources and advise the Foundation on programs and policy priorities affecting military and veteran families. In addition, by sharing their stories and experiences, they help other caregivers recognize themselves as caregivers, connect to resources, and feel welcomed in a community where every caregiving journey is valued.
Eric Metaxas talks to John Zmirak. White Guilt, Mass Immigration, Crisis in Europe, Zero Immigration for 40 Years, Oxford Union Debate on Islam, Iran, Midterms. The Eric Metaxas Show For this interview visit- https://podcastaddict.com/the-eric-metaxas-show/episode/229957210 For the entire Eric Metaxas podcast visit- https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/the-eric-metaxas-show/6590964 Aug 07 2026 Today On The Eric Metaxas Show, John Zmirak joins Eric to discuss mass immigration, Islam, Western self-rejection, the viral Oxford Union debate, the coming midterm elections, and why he believes America should consider a decades-long pause on immigration. ORDER NOW:Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World
From 08/11 Hour 2: It's officially crunch time for Drab's massive bet if the Washington Wizards will play on Christmas this year!
“Posted and Toasted” digs through the WFAN archives as Shaun Morash challenges Tiki Barber to identify the authors behind a collection of old social media posts. The trip down memory lane brings up Evan Roberts' love of NBA basketball on Christmas, Boomer Esiason's extremely American Labor Day message and an old WFAN guest lineup featuring Tiki himself.
It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen presented by Mainland Pool Service. TA joins the show on Zoom to talk about the NBA releasing it's opening night and Christmas schedule, Isaiah Stewart's comments about Memphis, Ty Jerome's summer pickup videos, and a few of the Grizzlies players getting engaged (6:19). Memphis Basketball released their non-conference schedule and Chris applaud's Penny Hardaway for it. He says they didn't have to play as many of these games as they are playing (1:10:00).Host: Chris VernonContributors: Devin Walker, Jon RoserTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, the opening week and Christmas Day slates have been released! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze each of the matchups, then talk through potential snubs from the primetime matchups. On the WNBA side, the guys salute the recent winning of the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx and rising-up-the-rank Washington Mystics! From there, they check in on a crowded race in the 4-through-8 seeds, with a bit of a check-in on the Dallas Wings as teams have worked to adjust to them. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 1:10 -- Opening Day 10:20 -- ESPN Wednesday double-header 16:20 -- ESPN Thursday double-header 24:20 -- Amazon Prime double-header 34:50 -- Christmas Day slate 50:06 -- Minnesota Lynx 01:05:13 -- Washington Mystics 01:19:05 -- Identity Check for 4-8 01:23:20 -- How concerned should we be about the Wings? Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
In hour one, reaction to the Miami Heat getting an Xmas day game. Bobby Portis tells Norman Powell to keep his name outta his mouth! Ira Winderman joins the show to discuss the Norman Powell split, the Heat's schedule and expectations for Giannis.
Thank you Giannis for making the Miami Heat relevant again. Ira Winderman joins the show to discuss the Norman Powell split, the Heat's schedule and expectations for Giannis. Reviewing the Miami Dolphins first official depth chart of the preseason. Twan Russell predicts the Miami Hurricanes will win the National Title this year. Solving two major world issues during Talk About It Tuesday.
Joey announces NBA Opening Night and Christmas slate. We react to Emmett Johnson get drilled by a former Hawkeye at Chiefs training camp.
Anthony and Andy wrap up their Kessler conversation, then dive into the couple of games that were announced earlier Tuesday. Lakers-Warriors is pretty uninspired. Lakers-Sixers was also pretty predictable but significantly more fun to think about.
2 Light day of practice ahead of joint practice with Miami 25 What are you hoping to learn from joint practice and preseason game 1? 45 Weird play from Blue Jays-Red Sox last night 3 Joe Thiesmann 25 NBA drops Xmas schedule, Xmas loaded with NFL and NBA 45 Double Play 4 Beltway Blitz 4:05 – Charlie Slowes / Nats 4:10 – Frank Schwab / NFL 4:15 – Nick Ackridge / Commanders 25 Brandon Coleman, Commanders LT 45 Vikings name Kyler Murray the starter 5 Sonny Styles, Commanders LB 25 Crazy Commanders Hypothetical 45 Man kicked out of movie theater for selling food out of crockpot 6 A man brought a crockpot to the movies
The WNBA now finds itself facing a question it never imagined would become a league-wide issue as officials reportedly review the definition of a woman following several former NBA players expressing interest in entering the league. We also discuss the fallout from the Sophie Cunningham controversy, DiJonai Carrington's comments, and the broader conversation surrounding fairness in women's sports. Plus, Mitch McConnell's decision to work remotely, Haynes King's outstanding Hall of Fame Game debut, Carson Beck's strong first NFL showing, the NFL's massive TV ratings, Buffalo's new stadium problems, Illinois' giant new video board, Northwestern's $35 million NIL commitment, the latest developments surrounding the Protect College Sports Act, and why its conference realignment provisions could dramatically reshape college football. Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est.SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquistWEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #BallsShow Notes/Links: Senator Mitch McConnell will now work from homehttps://x.com/LeadingReport/status/2085757773116056011?s=20 6-foot-10 former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom officially declares himself eligible for the 2027 WNBA Drafthttps://x.com/Polymarket/status/2085791911306989806?s=20Expect to see virtually every player in the G League to move to the WNBAhttps://x.com/MAGASamAdams/status/2085893908496855238?s=20WNBA Commissioner announces the league is meeting to review what a woman is, after multiple former NBA stars announced plans to join the leaguehttps://x.com/Polymarket/status/2086152088250130942?s=20NBA opening night of the schedule is set https://x.com/YahooSports/status/2087152706829889662?s=20The NBA will feature 5 Christmas day games this year https://x.com/NBAPR/status/2087144387411108151?s=20Auburn basketball star Tahaad Pettiford on NIL misconceptionshttps://x.com/scotthughescbb/status/2086943786110705896?s=46The NFL Hall of Fame Game had 7 million viewershttps://x.com/FOS/status/2086902506567667870?s=20Haynes King goes off in HOF Gamehttps://x.com/PFF_College/status/2085563605848825897?s=20Carson Beck made quite the impression in his NFL preseason debut https://x.com/NFLonFOX/status/2085553252628931023?s=20Buffalo Bills new stadium has some serious visbility issues https://x.com/NFL_DovKleiman/status/2086493894682829234?s=20Bills also went with dinky video boards inside the stadiumhttps://x.com/YahooSports/status/2086446580337394014?s=20 Buffalo Bills say they will attempt to address issues with obstructed views https://x.com/YahooSports/status/2086964351286587743?s=20 Illinois now has the largest video board in college footballhttps://x.com/CFB_Overtime/status/2086496654291579340?s=20 Northwestern to receive $35 million in NIL money from wealthy donorhttps://x.com/PeteThamel/status/2087176854054605061?s=20 Protect College Sports Act has provision in it allowing P4 schools to move conferenceshttps://x.com/RossDellenger/status/2085723913955274831?s=20https://x.com/RossDellenger/status/2085723911019217280?s=20
00:00 – 27:33 – A Tuesday edition of The Ride begins with JMV explaining how the Alec Pierce news and the confusion on if he got a second PRP injection, shines light on why the Colts need another wide receiver. The Indiana Fever are back in action tonight and JMV makes himself clear on where he stands with Stephanie White and why winning is all that matters. Plus, JMV and Caleb’s friend, Nathaniel, has a broken collarbone. 27:33– 42:55 – From the ISC Sports Network, Greg Rakestraw makes his weekly appearance on the show. He just landed in New England ahead of the Colts first preseason game Thursday. He explains why he’s becoming more nervous about the wide receiver position. Also, Greg previews the booth he’ll be in for the games and the high school football slate that’s fast approaching next week. 42:55 – 47:21 – JMV runs through the NBA opening night and Christmas games. 45:49 - 1:12:57 – Before he performs at the State Fair Tuesday evening, Clayton Anderson joins. He thanks JMV for his Saturday night takeovers on B105.7, his two-month newborn, how he came up with the name “Woody” for his kid, his feelings playing at the State Fair for the first time. JMV goes at a tweeter as well. 1:13:57 – 1:28:19 – There is a loaded NBA and NFL slate on Christmas day, when will we here about the Pacers new TV deal and why it needs to be easy to watch because this is the team everyone is excited about. 1:28:19 – 1:28:18 – JMV wraps up the first hour of the show with Fever thoughts 1:33:50 – 2:00:20 – James Boyd of The Fan Morning Show jumps in on late-notice to give his report from Foxborough and what took place with he joint practice between he Colts and Patriots. What did he see from Sauce Gardner and A.J. Brown? Plus, James explains the PRP Injection story from earlier in the day and how the reporting got mixed up. Also, Charvarius Ward didn’t travel with the team, will Anthony Richardson make the team and who is he excited to see in the preseason game Thursday? Lastly, what does he think of where the Fever stand right now? 2:00:20 – 2:13:10 – JMV works through some callers, first about the Pacers not getting any season opening or Christmas day games, then on if the Colts will get anything with Anthony Richardson. 2:13:10 – 2:16:34 – The show wraps up with JMV previewing tomorrow’s what’s going on tomorrow on the program.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
[ORIGINAL AIR DATE: MAY 29, 2026] Jim Adkins of Jimmy Eat World joins Brian & Kenzie to talk about the lasting legacy of 'Bleed American', their upcoming tour with Sunny Day Real Estate & The Get Up Kids, and more! Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The NBA just released their Christmas schedule. The King returns to Los Angeles! as the Lakers take on the Sixers Christmas Day! Also, Kappy takes a look at the NFL Christmas schedule and compares it to the NBA schedule. We get a hold of Lakers Reporter Mike Trudell to get his thoughts on the NBA Christmas schedule. Plus, the Dodgers Come Back in Tarik Skubal's First Home Start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to the Christmas series! Joseph and Mary embark on a treacherous journey to Bethlehem. Joseph struggles to keep up his strength, and Mary makes a mistake that may cost them the entire journey. 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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
School starts tomorrow for LAUSD -- we'll look at what challenges lie ahead for the district. How the state's film and TV tax credits are bringing back classics from the '70s and '90s. And we'll bring you a preview of NBA's Christmas matchup. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
The 12 Pods of Christmas roll into Hope Valley!
Ross Bell is back on the Platform. He is the founder and head coach of Armor Fitness and the man behind VIKN Performance chalk, the official chalk of the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open for as long as we run this thing. We are shield brothers, and this one is a good one.We get into what Ross is building: Grip of the Gods, an all-comers charity kettlebell competition benefiting Team RWB (enriching veterans' lives through fitness). It came out of losing a friend right before Christmas and wanting to get in front of veteran suicide instead of scrambling to react to it. Lift anything, claim any clan, 25 bucks a lift, and it goes to the cause. In person August 22 at Breakthrough Fitness in Grand Ledge, Michigan, or virtual from anywhere with your set filmed during the submission window.Ross is anchoring the day with a stupid-for-good world-record attempt: a two-hour long cycle set, with sponsors pledging dollars per rep straight to the vets. We nerd out on how you even train for two hours under the bell (burst-duration sets under Ken Blackburn and the IKFF, gloved snatch work, Bulgarian bag and mace, the Norwegian cycling protocol), why grip is the most underrated quality in the sport, how to train your skin like the organ it is, and what actually separates high-quality chalk from the shitty stuff. If you have ever figured chalk is chalk, VIKN's Valhalla Dust will change your mind.CHAPTERS00:00 Sponsor: VIKN Performance01:02 Welcome, and who Ross Bell is03:31 Catching up: rebuilding Armor Fitness and VIKN05:43 Grip of the Gods, and why Team RWB10:18 How the event works and how to register (Aug 22 Grand Ledge, or virtual)13:56 The two-hour long cycle world record attempt14:22 Training for a two-hour set (Ken Blackburn / IKFF)16:44 Cardio and the Norwegian protocol18:35 Sponsor: Living.Fit19:15 Grip: the underrated quality23:02 Torn hands, and how to avoid them26:00 Chalk science: what separates good chalk from bad28:40 Valhalla Dust31:29 Where to find Ross and VIKN32:37 WrapCONNECT WITH ROSS + VIKNVIKN Performance on Instagram / Facebook: @viknperformanceRoss's personal brand on Instagram / Facebook: @ArmorFitnessKettlebellGrip of the Gods registration, $25 a lift, in person Aug 22 or virtual: https://viknperformance.com/pages/grip-of-the-godsPledge Ross's world-record set (dollars per rep to Team RWB): https://app.99pledges.com/fund/armorfitness/ross-bellRoss's Aug 23 kettlebell-sport seminar (IKFF) signup: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSckNZ0OpNDxbTnCUy8zdWulfdoIHojnpzEaw4eLYZu319AL9Q/viewformCONNECT WITH TCKBRegister for the 2026 Twin Cities Kettlebell Open / AKLU National Championship, September 12: https://www.twincitieskettlebellclub.com/openApply for 1-on-1 coaching: https://www.twincitieskettlebellclub.com/interestformEmail: twincitieskettlebellclub@gmail.comIf this episode helps, follow the show and share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you can lift something for Grip of the Gods, do it.Support the show and save: Pro Kettlebell, 10% off with code TCKB10, https://prokettlebell.com/online-store?aff=8VIKN Valhalla Dust chalk, as heard in this episode: https://viknperformance.comAKLU sanctioned events: https://www.aklu.net/sanctioned-eventsSome links are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. VIKN is the official chalk sponsor of the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open.
It's Tuesday, so you know what that means: LIT! Also, LeBron James is "coming back" to LA for Christmas as the Lakers will host the Philadelphia 76ers, so the guys reacted. Plus, talk on the Dodgers, who are slumping a bit after only winning 2 out of the last 10 games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices