Podcasts about The Christmas Miracle

For the final installment of the "The 3 Cs of Christmas" series, Susan and Keri discuss the Christmas Story and how one act of kindness brought about the most fantastic Christmas Miracle ever.From all of us here at Tangible Truth Ministries, we pray you have a joyous and blessed Christmas season, and we will see you in January for Season 6 of the Tangible Truth Podcast.

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Christmas Miracle on the Slopes of Mount Fuji Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-15-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: クリスマスの空気が澄んだ冬の日、富士山は真っ白な雪で美しく輝いていました。En: On a clear winter day during the Christmas season, Mount Fuji was beautifully shining with pure white snow.Ja: 周りのスキーリゾートは賑やかで、クリスマスを楽しむ家族でいっぱいです。En: The surrounding ski resorts were bustling and filled with families enjoying Christmas.Ja: その中で、ワクワクした気持ちで車に乗るのは、ゆき、たろう、はなでした。En: Among them, excitedly getting into the car, were Yuki, Taro, and Hana.Ja: 彼らは三人で、クリスマスの思い出をスキーで作ろうと計画していました。En: The three of them planned to create Christmas memories through skiing.Ja: 車の中で、たろうは「本当に全部持ってきたよね？」とゆきに尋ねました。En: In the car, Taro asked Yuki, "You really brought everything, right?"Ja: ゆきはにこにことしながら、「もちろん！完璧だよ！」と言いました。En: With a smile, Yuki replied, "Of course! It's perfect!"Ja: しかし、彼の笑顔の裏には少しの忘れ物が潜んでいました。En: However, behind his smile, there was a small forgotten item lurking.Ja: スキー場に着くと、ゆきは自分のバッグを見て驚きました。En: When they arrived at the ski resort, Yuki looked into his bag and was surprised.Ja: 「あれ？スキーの装備がない！」慌てたゆきは頭を抱えました。En: "What? My ski gear is missing!" A panicked Yuki held his head.Ja: 「どうしよう、今日はクリスマスで、どこも開いてないかも。」En: "What should I do? It's Christmas today, and nowhere might be open."Ja: たろうはため息をついて言いました。「ほら、ちゃんと確認しなって言ったじゃないか。En: Taro sighed and said, "See, I told you to check everything properly.Ja: でも、何か方法を考えてみよう。」En: But let's try to think of a solution."Ja: はなは優しく笑って、「一緒に何とかしようよ。En: Hana gently smiled and said, "Let's work it out together.Ja: 他に選択肢がないわけじゃないし。」En: It's not like there's no other option."Ja: その時、近くのロッジに滞在していた家族が彼らを見て心配そうに声をかけました。En: Just then, a family staying at a nearby lodge noticed them and approached with concern.Ja: 「何かお困りですか？」とその家族の父親が言いました。En: "Is something wrong?" the father of the family asked.Ja: ゆきは事情を説明し、少しの期待を込めてお願いしました。「もし余っているスキー装備があれば、今日だけ貸してもらえませんか？」En: Yuki explained the situation and, with a bit of hope, asked, "If there are any extra ski gear sets you have, could we borrow one just for today?"Ja: 家族は一瞬考え、そして微笑みました。En: The family paused for a moment and then smiled.Ja: 「幸運なことに、ちょうど使わないセットがありますよ。」En: "Luckily, we have an extra set that we're not using," they said.Ja: ゆきは感激して叫びました。「本当にありがとうございます！これでクリスマスを楽しめます！」En: Yuki shouted with gratitude, "Thank you so much! Now we can enjoy Christmas!"Ja: 装備を借りた三人は、雪の上で楽しい時を過ごしました。En: With the borrowed equipment, the three enjoyed their time on the snow.Ja: ゆきはスキーを楽しみながら、常に荷物を二度チェックする大切さと、他人の親切さに感謝しました。En: While having fun skiing, Yuki learned the importance of double-checking his belongings and appreciated the kindness of others.Ja: 太陽が沈む頃、富士山の頂きが夕日に染まりました。En: As the sun set, the summit of Mount Fuji was bathed in the evening light.Ja: 三人は満足そうに山を見上げ、特別なクリスマスを心に刻みました。En: The three looked up at the mountain with satisfaction, engraving this special Christmas in their hearts.Ja: それは、友情と親切が輝く、忘れられない一日となりました。En: It became an unforgettable day, shining with friendship and kindness. Vocabulary Words:clear: 澄んだshining: 輝いていましたsurrounding: 周りのbustling: 賑やかでmemories: 思い出gear: 装備panic: 慌てたoption: 選択肢concern: 心配そうにsolution: 方法kindness: 親切さunforgettable: 忘れられないdouble-checking: 二度チェックgratitude: 感激embark: 乗るlurk: 潜んでいましたopen: 開いてlend: 貸してluckily: 幸運なことにapproached: 声をかけcompliment: 感謝rudimentary: 基本的なprecarious: 不安定なsatisfaction: 満足cherish: 大切にnotice: 気づくsolution: 解決策escalate: エスカレートperception: 認識hospitality: おもてなし

December is full of pressure, expectations, and busyness, and if we're not careful, we rush through the season without making room for what God wants to do. Christmas is an invitation to slow down, prepare our hearts, and move from simply doing Christian activities to truly believing again. The Christmas story reminds us that God does miracles in imperfect, uncomfortable, and unexpected places, not in polished or religious environments. Mary's response—“Let it be unto me according to your word”—shows that miracles require surrender, trust, and a willingness to carry what God wants to birth.   God doesn't need our perfection; He needs our availability, our mess, and our yes. Even in silence, darkness, or waiting, God can break through in a moment and bring hope, light, and a miracle into our lives.

Miracle of the Method | Pastor Adam Haugen|Christmas Miracle pt. 2

We check in on the psychosis of a filmmaker we've watched previously, as we take in A Wrestling Christmas Miracle, the spiritual sequel to A Karate Christmas Miracle. This is a film that could only be brought to us by the twisted mind of Ken Del Vecchio (no relation). Join us as we discuss all the accents, the Congo revolution subplot, and dive into Ken Del Vecchio's disturbing filmography. Find us on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads @TCTAMPod and on TikTok @theycalledthisamovie.Our theme music was written and performed by Dave Katusa. He can be found on Instagram @dkat_productions.

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Joel and Andy have stumbled across a truly bizarre film: A Wrestling Christmas Miracle. In it, a high school wrestler makes a film to wake his friend from a coma; only to have the film stolen days before Christmas.

Kanklefritz & Friends chat with a listener of why she decorates for her house for their neighbors. Also, our first winner of the Christmas Miracle!

The Jewish teacher explores the myths and misunderstandings related to the birth of Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/619/29?v=20251111

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Christmas Miracle: Sigrid's Journey of Love & Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-12-09-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Sigrid gikk gjennom den snødekte hovedgaten på julemarkedet i Oslo.En: Sigrid walked through the snow-covered main street at the Christmas market in Oslo.No: Lysene blinket overalt, og lukten av gløgg fylte luften.En: Lights twinkled everywhere, and the smell of gløgg filled the air.No: Julemarkedet var fullt av fargerike boder som solgte håndverksvarer, fra ullgensere til håndlagde treleker.En: The Christmas market was full of colorful stalls selling crafts, from woolen sweaters to handmade wooden toys.No: Men Sigrid følte seg alltid litt alene i ferien.En: But Sigrid always felt a little alone during the holidays.No: Hun hadde håp om å finne en spesiell gave til familien sin - noe som virkelig fanget julens magi.En: She hoped to find a special gift for her family—something that really captured the magic of Christmas.No: Sigrid var som vanlig nysgjerrig og eventyrlysten.En: Sigrid was, as usual, curious and adventurous.No: Hun visste at hun ville finne noe helt unikt her.En: She knew that she would find something truly unique here.No: Det var viktig for henne å føle at hun hørte til, selv blant de glade menneskemengdene hun ikke kjente.En: It was important for her to feel that she belonged, even among the cheerful crowds of people she didn't know.No: Midt i letingen så hun en bod med julegodterier.En: In the middle of her search, she saw a stall with Christmas candies.No: Uten å nøle, tok hun en smakebit av en liten kake.En: Without hesitation, she took a taste of a small cake.No: Smaken var himmelsk, men under den søte overflaten lurte en overraskelse.En: The flavor was heavenly, but beneath the sweet surface lay a surprise.No: Plutselig begynte huden hennes å klø, og halsen svei.En: Suddenly, her skin began to itch, and her throat burned.No: Hun fikk et allergisk reaksjon.En: She had an allergic reaction.No: Sigrid begynte å føle seg dårlig, men hun ville ikke gi opp.En: Sigrid began to feel unwell, but she didn't want to give up.No: Hun måtte finne den perfekte gaven.En: She had to find the perfect gift.No: Så hun sendte en rask melding til vennene sine, Lars og Eirik.En: So she sent a quick message to her friends, Lars and Eirik.No: De bodde i nærheten og kunne kanskje hjelpe.En: They lived nearby and might be able to help.No: "Lars, Eirik, jeg trenger hjelp her!En: "Lars, Eirik, I need help here!"No: " skrev hun, mens hun kjempet seg gjennom folkemengdene.En: she wrote as she struggled through the crowds.No: Ikke lenge etter dukket vennene opp.En: Not long after, her friends appeared.No: "Hva skjedde?En: "What happened?"No: " spurte Eirik bekymret.En: asked Eirik concerned.No: Sigrid forklarte situasjonen så godt hun kunne.En: Sigrid explained the situation as best she could.No: Lars, som visste litt om allergier, tok ledelsen.En: Lars, who knew a bit about allergies, took the lead.No: "Vi må få deg til legen, men la oss først finne gaven din," sa han bestemt.En: "We need to get you to the doctor, but let's first find your gift," he said resolutely.No: Sammen ruslet de til Sigrids favorittbod.En: Together, they strolled to Sigrid's favorite stall.No: Der, skjult blant mange dekorasjoner, fant hun endelig det hun lette etter: et håndlaget juleornament med utskjæringer som representerte alle i familien hennes.En: There, hidden among many decorations, she finally found what she was looking for: a handmade Christmas ornament with carvings representing everyone in her family.No: Det var perfekt.En: It was perfect.No: Men Sigrids tilstand ble verre, og vennene skjønte at de måtte handle raskt.En: But Sigrid's condition worsened, and her friends realized they had to act quickly.No: Eirik hentet en taxi, og de skyndte seg til legevakten.En: Eirik hailed a taxi, and they rushed to the emergency room.No: Etter noen timer var Sigrid på bedringens vei.En: After a few hours, Sigrid was on the road to recovery.No: Lars og Eirik var ved hennes side hele veien, og takket være dem kjøpte hun det vakre ornamentet.En: Lars and Eirik were by her side the whole way, and thanks to them, she bought the beautiful ornament.No: Det ble en liten julemirakel for henne.En: It became a little Christmas miracle for her.No: Hun skjønte at vennskap var den beste gaven i det hele tatt.En: She realized that friendship was the best gift of all.No: I den kalde vinterkvelden, da de forlot sykehuset, kjente Sigrid seg varm innvendig.En: In the cold winter evening, as they left the hospital, Sigrid felt warm inside.No: Hun hadde ikke bare funnet det perfekte gaven, men også en påminnelse om julens sanne ånd - fellesskap og kjærlighet.En: She had not only found the perfect gift but also a reminder of the true spirit of Christmas—community and love.No: Nå følte hun seg ikke lenger isolert, men heller som en del av noe større, midt i hjertet av Oslo.En: Now she no longer felt isolated, but rather like part of something bigger, in the heart of Oslo. Vocabulary Words:snow-covered: snødektetwinkled: blinketcrafts: håndverksvareradventurous: eventyrlystenbelonged: hørte tilstall: bodheavenly: himmelskitch: kløthroat: halsenallergic: allergiskreaction: reaksjonstruggled: kjempetresolutely: bestemtstroll: rusletornament: ornamentcarvings: utskjæringerworsened: verrehailed: hentetrushed: skyndteemergency room: legevaktenrecovery: bedringens veimiracle: julemirakelspirit: åndisolated: isolertcommunity: fellesskapmarket: markedetcurious: nysgjerrigdecoration: dekorasjonerconcerned: bekymretlead: ledelsen

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including McDonald's big win with its Grinch Meal, Subway's controversial Sub Club revamp, and the trend of restaurant companies pushing more for menu simplicity. First up is McDonald's new Grinch Meal release, which came with either a Big Mac or 10-piece McNugget, plus “Grinch Salt” McShaker Fries and collectible socks. The promotion, which launched Dec. 2, has been so popular that markets are starting to sell out. Sam and Alicia discuss the promotion and why it struck a chord with consumers. Next up is Subway, which revamped its Sub Club with a deal that offers a free footlong for every three purchased. Franchisees aren't happy about the deal, which they said hurts profitability. Sam and Alicia are inclined to agree, and break down why a deal like this is tough for Subway of all chains. Then they dig into a story Alicia recently wrote about menu simplicity and why several companies are beginning to pull back after years of innovations and LTOs. Could we be seeing some decision fatigue among consumers especially? Finally, managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister interviews Vishal Patel, cofounder at Tacoria Mexican Street Kitchen. For more on these stories: McDonald's brings McShaker Fries to the U.S.Subway franchisees say the chain's new loyalty program is too aggressiveWhy simplicity matters more than ever for restaurants

Before the miracle ever unfolded, Jesus invited ordinary people to participate through simple obedience. In this message Charlotte Gambill shows us how our “yes” becomes part of God's supernatural plan.//NEXT STEPS: http://rockcity.churchPRAYER REQUESTS: https://rockcitychurch.tv/careGIVE: https://rockcitychurch.tv/give// Rock City Church has multiple locations throughout Columbus, Ohio. Whether you're spiritually restless, new at discovering who God is or you are a veteran of the faith, you are welcome here! //WEBSITE: https://rockcitychurch.tvFACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/rockcitychurchINSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/rockcitychurch

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In the inaugural independent episode of "Getting Hammered," Vic and MK decide to bring back the show at least once a week this holiday season, with thanks to all you listeners who have stuck around during hiatus season. In the near future, we'll concoct some ways for you to support the show as we head toward the new year, whether it's premium content, subscriptions, or contributing to our holiday cocktail fund. In the meantime, you can help by subscribing, listening, reviewing, and spreading the word. Today, Vic and MK do a review of Thanksgiving health damage, Christmas traffic, and MK's kids destroying decor before diving into U.S. military attacks on alleged drug-trafficking boats near Venezuela, the law of the sea, Franklin memes, Aftyn Behn, midterm forecasts, special elections, and people who should not sing on stage, the Minnesota massive fraud story, and the drama, drama, drama of Lane Kiffin.  10:10 Narco Terrorist 21:45 Minnesota 31:25 2026 Prospects 44:39 Lane Kiffin

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Amsterdam's Rescue: A Startup's Christmas Miracle Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-12-05-08-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De wateren van Amsterdam glinsterden in het zachte schijnsel van de kerstverlichting.En: The waters of Amsterdam glistened in the soft glow of the Christmas lights.Nl: Sinterklaas was onderweg, en de stad was vol leven.En: Sinterklaas was on his way, and the city was full of life.Nl: Overal liepen mensen met gekleurde tassen, vroeg inkopen doend voor het feest.En: Everywhere, people walked with colorful bags, doing early shopping for the festivities.Nl: Sanne stond aan de rand van de gracht, haar adem zichtbaar in de koude lucht.En: Sanne stood by the edge of the canal, her breath visible in the cold air.Nl: Ze keek naar het donkere water, verloren in gedachten.En: She looked at the dark water, lost in thought.Nl: Haar startup, waar ze al maanden hard aan werkte, hing nu aan een zijden draadje.En: Her startup, which she had been working hard on for months, was now hanging by a thread.Nl: Ze had Thijs nodig om verder te gaan.En: She needed Thijs to move forward.Nl: Thijs, met zijn rustige en bedachtzame aard, had altijd een rationeel oordeel.En: Thijs, with his calm and thoughtful nature, had always made rational judgments.Nl: Maar nu leek hij te twijfelen.En: But now he seemed to be hesitating.Nl: Ze begrepen elkaar gewoonlijk goed, maar nu was er een stilte die Sanne maar niet kon doorbreken.En: They usually understood each other well, but now there was a silence that Sanne just couldn't break.Nl: Was het gebrek aan vertrouwen?En: Was it a lack of trust?Nl: Waarom was hij zo terughoudend geworden?En: Why had he become so reticent?Nl: Ze miste hun vroege gesprekken, het enthousiasme dat ze deelden.En: She missed their early conversations, the enthusiasm they shared.Nl: Nu, met de deadline die snel naderde, kon ze zijn aarzeling niet begrijpen.En: Now, with the deadline approaching fast, she couldn't understand his hesitation.Nl: In het warme licht van een gezellig café langs de gracht ontmoetten ze elkaar.En: In the warm light of a cozy café along the canal, they met each other.Nl: Sanne, met vurige ogen, was vastbesloten antwoorden te krijgen.En: Sanne, with fiery eyes, was determined to get answers.Nl: "Thijs," begon ze zacht, "waarom zit je te twijfelen?En: "Thijs," she began softly, "why are you hesitating?Nl: Geloof je niet meer in ons project?"En: Do you no longer believe in our project?"Nl: Thijs slikte, nerveus kijkend naar zijn cappuccino.En: Thijs swallowed, nervously looking at his cappuccino.Nl: Hij was altijd wat terughoudend in confrontaties.En: He was always a bit reserved in confrontations.Nl: Maar hij kon Sanne niet langer laten twijfelen aan zichzelf.En: But he couldn't keep letting Sanne doubt herself.Nl: "Sanne," zei hij voorzichtig, "ik geloof wel in ons idee.En: "Sanne," he said cautiously, "I do believe in our idea.Nl: Maar er was iets... iets kleins in de cijfers dat niet klopte."En: But there was something... something small in the numbers that didn't add up."Nl: Zijn stem was zacht, haast verloren in het geroezemoes van het café.En: His voice was soft, almost lost in the buzz of the café.Nl: Een golf van frustratie overspoelde Sanne.En: A wave of frustration washed over Sanne.Nl: Had ze dit alleen moeten doen?En: Should she have done this alone?Nl: Had hij altijd al bedenkingen gehad?En: Had he always had reservations?Nl: Haar handen trilden terwijl ze naar haar tas greep, toen ineens zag ze een kleine, verfrommelde envelop tussen de stapel papers.En: Her hands trembled as she reached for her bag, then suddenly she saw a small, crumpled envelope between the stack of papers.Nl: Voorzichtig scheurde ze het open en las de notitie van Thijs.En: Carefully, she tore it open and read Thijs's note.Nl: "Ik heb een fout ontdekt," stond er.En: "I discovered a mistake," it said.Nl: "We moeten het aanpassen.En: "We need to fix it.Nl: Het is essentieel, maar maak je geen zorgen, samen kunnen we het oplossen.En: It's essential, but don't worry, together, we can solve it.Nl: Mijn vertrouwen in het project is onveranderd."En: My confidence in the project remains unchanged."Nl: Verwarring maakte langzaam plaats voor opluchting.En: Confusion slowly gave way to relief.Nl: Sanne keek op naar Thijs met nieuwe ogen.En: Sanne looked up at Thijs with new eyes.Nl: De mist van misverstanden begon op te klaren.En: The mist of misunderstandings began to clear.Nl: Thijs had haar nooit teleurgesteld.En: Thijs had never let her down.Nl: Ze beseften beide dat gebrek aan communicatie hen bijna hun droom had gekost.En: They both realized that a lack of communication had almost cost them their dream.Nl: De klok sloeg acht keer terwijl de lichten aan de gracht dromerig dansten in de winterlucht.En: The clock chimed eight times as the lights along the canal danced dreamily in the winter air.Nl: Samen, gezeten aan dezelfde tafel, werkten ze aan de correcties.En: Together, seated at the same table, they worked on the corrections.Nl: Hun lichamen dicht bij elkaar, verlicht door de warme glans van kaarslicht.En: Their bodies close, illuminated by the warm glow of candlelight.Nl: Uren later, met een laatste klik, dienden ze hun voorstel in.En: Hours later, with one final click, they submitted their proposal.Nl: De spanning maakte plaats voor rust.En: The tension gave way to calm.Nl: Thijs glimlachte naar Sanne.En: Thijs smiled at Sanne.Nl: "We hebben het gedaan," zei hij zacht.En: "We did it," he said softly.Nl: Sanne knikte, haar vastberadenheid getemperd door tederheid.En: Sanne nodded, her determination tempered by tenderness.Nl: "Ja, samen," bevestigde ze.En: "Yes, together," she confirmed.Nl: In de frisse koude van de Amsterdamse nacht, omarmden ze het gevoel van overwinning en herstelde vriendschap.En: In the fresh cold of the Amsterdam night, they embraced the feeling of victory and renewed friendship.Nl: De lucht was vol belofte.En: The air was full of promise.Nl: Sinterklaas was onderweg, en met hem kwam de wetenschap dat zelfs de sterkste vriendschappen af en toe getoetst moesten worden.En: Sinterklaas was on his way, and with him came the realization that even the strongest friendships must occasionally be tested.Nl: En dat, besloten Sanne en Thijs, was precies wat hen nog sterker had gemaakt.En: And that, Sanne and Thijs decided, was exactly what had made them even stronger. Vocabulary Words:glisten: glinsterensoft glow: zachte schijnselcanal: grachtvisible: zichtbaarreticent: terughoudendrational: rationeelfrustration: frustratiecrumpled: verfrommeldbuzz: geroezemoestremble: trillenmist: mistcautiously: voorzichtigrelief: opluchtingchim: slaancandlelight: kaarslichtsubmit: indienentenderness: tederheidembrace: omarmenpromise: belofteessential: essentieelconfrontation: confrontatieenthusiasm: enthousiasmehesitation: aarzelingdetermination: vastberadenheidjudgment: oordeelthoughtful: bedachtzaamreservations: bedenkingenapproaching: naderenunderstand: begrijpenmisunderstanding: misverstand

“In this PH Podcast episode, It's a Christmas Miracle!, we explore Luke 1 and discover how God still works miracles in ordinary lives today.”

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Navigating Christmas Miracles: A Journey Through Snow to New Life Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-12-04-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Snøen dalte stille ned over byen, og de varme lysene fra sykehuset skinte som stjerner i natten.En: The snow fell quietly over the city, and the warm lights from the sykehuset shone like stars in the night.No: Det var sent i desember, og julestemningen var tydelig overalt.En: It was late December, and the Christmas spirit was evident everywhere.No: Emil kikket ut av vinduet.En: Emil looked out the window.No: Han så bekymret ut.En: He looked worried.No: Han visste at han måtte få Sigrid til sykehuset snart.En: He knew he had to get Sigrid to the sykehuset soon.No: Det var tid for barnet deres å bli født.En: It was time for their child to be born.No: "Nils," sa Emil, "vi må dra nå."En: "Nils," said Emil, "we have to go now."No: Sigrid nikket, selv om veiene var dekket av is og snø.En: Sigrid nodded, even though the roads were covered in ice and snow.No: Hun var også spent, men visste de ikke hadde noe annet valg.En: She was excited too, but knew they had no other choice.No: Innsatsen var for stor; de ventet sitt første barn!En: The stakes were too high; they were expecting their first child!No: Emil tok en dyp pust, pakket bilen med de siste tingene de trengte for oppholdet på sykehuset, og hjalp Sigrid inn i passasjersetet.En: Emil took a deep breath, packed the car with the last things they needed for the stay at the sykehuset, and helped Sigrid into the passenger seat.No: Han hadde besluttet å kjøre selv, vel vitende om at reisen kunne bli risikabel.En: He had decided to drive himself, fully aware that the journey could be risky.No: Hjulene spant litt da de forlot oppkjørselen, og Emil kjente en grop i magen.En: The wheels spun a little as they left the driveway, and Emil felt a pit in his stomach.No: Veiene var verre enn de hadde forestilt seg.En: The roads were worse than they had imagined.No: Snøstormen hadde gjort dem glatte, og Emil måtte kjøre forsiktig.En: The snowstorm had made them slippery, and Emil had to drive carefully.No: Han konsentrerte seg fullt og helt, hjertet hamret mens han navigerte gjennom snødyngene.En: He concentrated fully, his heart pounding as he navigated through the snowdrifts.No: Sigrid prøvde å puste rolig ved siden av ham, mens Nils satt i baksetet og holdt hånden hennes.En: Sigrid tried to breathe calmly beside him, while Nils sat in the back seat holding her hand.No: Plutselig dukket det opp et skilt foran dem.En: Suddenly, a sign appeared in front of them.No: Det var en advarsel om veiarbeid, og Emil så at den vanlige ruten til sykehuset var stengt.En: It was a warning about roadwork, and Emil saw that the usual route to the sykehuset was closed.No: Han stoppet bilen, tok et dypt pust og bestemte seg for å ta en snarvei.En: He stopped the car, took a deep breath, and decided to take a shortcut.No: Det var risikabelt, men de hadde ikke tid til å vente.En: It was risky, but they didn't have time to wait.No: Veien var smal og bratt, men Emil stolte på sine kjøreferdigheter.En: The road was narrow and steep, but Emil trusted his driving skills.No: Det var en nervepirrende reise.En: It was a nerve-wracking journey.No: De kom til en spesielt vanskelig del av veien.En: They came to a particularly difficult part of the road.No: Emil kjente at bilen sakk, og hjertet hans hoppet over et slag.En: Emil felt the car slow, and his heart skipped a beat.No: Men han beholdt roen, styrte bilen forsiktig gjennom snøen, og etter noen få nervepirrende minutter var de forbi den verste delen.En: But he remained calm, steering the car carefully through the snow, and after a few nerve-wracking minutes, they were past the worst part.No: Endelig, som et julemirakel, kom de frem til sykehuset.En: Finally, like a Christmas miracle, they arrived at the sykehuset.No: Julelysene skinte varmt og velkomment, og personalet møtte dem med vennlige smil.En: The Christmas lights shone warmly and welcomingly, and the staff greeted them with friendly smiles.No: Inne i sykehuset, ble korridorene pyntet med kranser og røde bånd.En: Inside the sykehuset, the corridors were decorated with wreaths and red ribbons.No: Det var som å komme inn i en annen verden, en verden av lys og håp.En: It was like entering another world, a world of light and hope.No: Sigrid ble ført inn på fødestuen, og Emil var ved hennes side.En: Sigrid was taken into the delivery room, and Emil was by her side.No: Han holdt hånden hennes og visste, med hvert slag av hennes hånd i hans, at han kunne takle hva enn fremtiden måtte bringe.En: He held her hand and knew, with each squeeze of her hand in his, that he could handle whatever the future might bring.No: Nils ventet spent utenfor, like ivrig som resten.En: Nils waited eagerly outside, as excited as the rest.No: Et par timer senere ble en vakker liten gutt født, frisk og med store, nysgjerrige øyne.En: A couple of hours later, a beautiful little boy was born, healthy and with big, curious eyes.No: Emil så på sin nyfødte sønn og følte en bølge av stolthet og glede.En: Emil looked at his newborn son and felt a wave of pride and joy.No: Han hadde klart det, de hadde klart det.En: He had done it, they had done it.No: Utfordringene på veien hadde ikke bare ført dem trygt til målet, men gitt Emil en ny selvtillit.En: The challenges on the road had not only brought them safely to their destination, but given Emil a newfound confidence.No: Snøen fortsatte å falle stille utenfor, men inne var det bare varme, latter, og lyden av deres nyfødte barn.En: The snow continued to fall quietly outside, but inside there was only warmth, laughter, and the sound of their newborn child.No: Det var en jul de aldri ville glemme, en tid for nye begynnelser og evig kjærlighet.En: It was a Christmas they would never forget, a time for new beginnings and eternal love.No: Emil var klar til å ta fatt på rollen som far, sterkere enn han noen gang hadde trodd.En: Emil was ready to take on the role of a father, stronger than he had ever thought possible. Vocabulary Words:evident: tydeligstake: innsatsbreathe: pusteconcentrated: konsentrertenavigate: navigerteslippery: glattepounding: hamretshortcut: snarveinarrow: smalsteep: brattnerve-wracking: nervepirrendemiracle: mirakelcorridor: korridorenewreath: kranseribbon: båndhope: håpdelivery room: fødestuensqueeze: slagnewborn: nyfødteconfidence: selvtillitlaughter: lattereternal: evigrole: rolleexpecting: ventetpacked: pakketpassenger: passasjericy: isspun: spantturmoil: gropface: ansiktet

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: A Christmas Miracle of Love and Tradition Rediscovered Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-12-04-08-38-20-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Stockholm var vackert klädd i vinterns vita matta, och Gamla Stan gnistrade av julens magi när julmarknaden lockade folk från när och fjärran.En: Stockholm was beautifully adorned in winter's white blanket, and Gamla Stan sparkled with the magic of Christmas as the Christmas market attracted people from near and far.Sv: Det var en speciell tid på året när doften av glögg och pepparkakor fyllde luften, och ljus glimrade i alla hörn.En: It was a special time of year when the scent of glögg and pepparkakor filled the air, and lights twinkled in every corner.Sv: Bland denna festliga folkmassa stod Elin, djupt orolig.En: Amid this festive crowd stood Elin, deeply troubled.Sv: Den gamla prydnaden, en älskad julgransprydnad, hade gått i tusen bitar.En: The old ornament, a beloved Christmas tree decoration, had shattered into a thousand pieces.Sv: Det var inte vilken prydnad som helst, utan en älskad familjeklenod som Mats tyvärr råkat stöta omkull.En: It was not just any decoration, but a cherished family heirloom that Mats had accidentally knocked over.Sv: Hans klumpighet hade råkat förvandla en trevlig kväll till ett drama.En: His clumsiness had unfortunately turned a pleasant evening into a drama.Sv: Elin förstod att Mats inte menade något illa, men hon kände tyngden av familjens traditioner hänga över sig.En: Elin understood that Mats didn't mean any harm, but she felt the weight of the family traditions hanging over her.Sv: Med himlen som mörknade och tiden som hastigt flöt i väg, kämpade Elin mot klockan.En: With the sky darkening and time quickly slipping away, Elin battled against the clock.Sv: Hon behövde hitta en exakt likadan prydnad.En: She needed to find an identical ornament.Sv: Hon visste att den var sällsynt, men hon var tvungen att försöka.En: She knew it was rare, but she had to try.Sv: Med bestämda steg började Elin leta genom marknadens alla stånd.En: With determined steps, Elin began searching through all the market stalls.Sv: Trots att några försäljare redan packade ihop i den kyliga kvällen, vägrade hon ge upp.En: Despite a few vendors already packing up in the chilly evening, she refused to give up.Sv: Hennes hopp började dock falna, och tanken på att behöva återvända tomhänt hemsökte henne.En: Her hope, however, began to wane, and the thought of having to return empty-handed haunted her.Sv: Just när ljusen började släckas i de sista stånden, fastnade hennes blick på ett stånd i hörnet.En: Just as the lights began to go out in the last stalls, her eyes caught something familiar in the corner stall.Sv: Där, ovanför en korg med sköra glasprydnader, lyste något välbekant i skenet av en enkel lykta.En: There, above a basket of fragile glass decorations, something familiar glowed in the light of a simple lantern.Sv: Det var Sven, en vänlig försäljare med ett hjärtligt leende, som packade ihop sina varor för kvällen.En: It was Sven, a friendly vendor with a warm smile, who was packing up his goods for the evening.Sv: Elin skyndade fram till Sven och pekade på prydnaden.En: Elin hurried over to Sven and pointed at the ornament.Sv: "Är den till salu?"En: "Is it for sale?"Sv: frågade hon med en blandning av iver och oro.En: she asked with a mix of eagerness and anxiety.Sv: Sven nickade och sa: "Den är din om du vill ha den."En: Sven nodded and said, "It's yours if you want it."Sv: Känslan av lättnad och tacksamhet sköljde över Elin när hon stängde affären med Sven.En: A feeling of relief and gratitude washed over Elin as she closed the deal with Sven.Sv: Prydnaden var inte exakt som den gamla, men den bar med sig en ny historia, en historia om kärlek och förlåtelse.En: The ornament wasn't exactly like the old one, but it carried with it a new story, a story of love and forgiveness.Sv: På vägen hem insåg Elin att, även om traditioner är viktiga, är det ännu viktigare att värdera människorna man älskar.En: On the way home, Elin realized that, although traditions are important, it's even more important to value the people you love.Sv: Mats mötte henne med ett ursäktande leende, och i det ögonblicket förstod Elin att deras band var viktigare än en gammal prydnad.En: Mats greeted her with an apologetic smile, and at that moment Elin understood that their bond was more important than an old ornament.Sv: Marknaden stängde för kvällen, men julens anda levde vidare i deras hjärtan.En: The market closed for the evening, but the spirit of Christmas lived on in their hearts.Sv: Elin hade hittat mer än bara en ny prydnad; hon hade hittat en ny syn på kärlek och traditioner.En: Elin had found more than just a new ornament; she had found a new perspective on love and traditions. Vocabulary Words:adorned: kläddheirloom: familjeklenodclumsiness: klumpighethaunted: hemsöktefragile: sköradetermined: bestämdaeagerness: ivergratitude: tacksamhetapologetic: ursäktandeperspective: synornament: prydnadtwinkled: glimradevendor: försäljarelantern: lyktacherished: älskadshattered: gick i tusen bitarflöt i väg: slipping awayloomed: hängde överbattled: kämpadeidentical: likadanrare: sällsyntpacking up: packade ihopwaned: falnablanket: mattascent: doftmistakenly: råkatvanished: förvandlabasket: korgrelief: lättnadtraditions: traditioner

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Inés's Christmas Miracle: A Scholarship and a Stage Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-12-04-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: En una cálida mañana de diciembre, la escuela "San José" bullía de energía.En: On a warm December morning, the school "San José" was buzzing with energy.Es: Los pasillos estaban llenos de decoraciones navideñas.En: The hallways were filled with Christmas decorations.Es: Bastones de caramelo y guirnaldas colgaban de las puertas de las aulas.En: Candy canes and garlands hung from the classroom doors.Es: Los estudiantes hablaban emocionados sobre las vacaciones de verano que ya se acercaban.En: The students excitedly talked about the upcoming summer vacation.Es: Sin embargo, para Inés, el final del año escolar traía más desafíos que descanso.En: However, for Inés, the end of the school year brought more challenges than rest.Es: Inés era una estudiante brillante y una hija dedicada.En: Inés was a brilliant student and a dedicated daughter.Es: Estaba decidida a obtener una beca universitaria.En: She was determined to earn a university scholarship.Es: Sabía que sus padres no podían costear la matrícula y no quería ser una carga para su familia.En: She knew her parents couldn't afford the tuition, and she didn't want to be a burden on her family.Es: A su lado, Mateo, su mejor amigo, la animaba entre bromas y sonrisas.En: Beside her, Mateo, her best friend, encouraged her with jokes and smiles.Es: Aunque su actitud solía ser despreocupada, él también enfrentaba sus propios temores con los exámenes finales.En: Even though his attitude was usually carefree, he too faced his own fears with the final exams.Es: La escuela preparaba el gran evento del año: el tradicional pub de la Natividad.En: The school was preparing the big event of the year: the traditional Nativity play.Es: Inés había sido elegida para representar a María, un papel crucial.En: Inés had been chosen to play María, a crucial role.Es: Entre sus estudios y ensayos, Inés sentía que las horas del día no eran suficientes.En: Between her studies and rehearsals, Inés felt that there weren't enough hours in the day.Es: A pesar de la presión, decidió enfrentar ambos desafíos.En: Despite the pressure, she decided to tackle both challenges.Es: Sabía que su futuro dependía de sus calificaciones y, al mismo tiempo, no quería decepcionar a su comunidad con una mala actuación.En: She knew her future depended on her grades, and at the same time, she didn't want to disappoint her community with a poor performance.Es: "Llegará un momento en que sentirás que no puedes más", le dijo Mateo durante uno de sus descansos juntos en el patio.En: "There will come a time when you feel you can't go on," Mateo told her during one of their breaks together in the courtyard.Es: "Pero, ahí es cuando sacarás fuerza de donde menos esperas".En: "But that's when you'll find strength from where you least expect it."Es: Los días pasaron y el día del pub llegó.En: Days passed, and the day of the play arrived.Es: El salón de actos estaba lleno.En: The auditorium was packed.Es: Luces de colores y música suave llenaban el ambiente.En: Colorful lights and soft music filled the atmosphere.Es: Inés, con su vestido azul claro, estaba nerviosa pero preparada.En: Inés, in her light blue dress, was nervous but prepared.Es: Cuando llegó su momento en el escenario, un silencio expectante cubrió el auditorio.En: When her moment on stage came, an expectant silence enveloped the auditorium.Es: Todo iba bien hasta que, de repente, Inés olvidó una línea crucial del diálogo.En: Everything was going well until suddenly, Inés forgot a crucial line from the dialogue.Es: El silencio se transformó en un murmullo incómodo.En: The silence turned into an awkward murmur.Es: Mateo en la primera fila, apretaba los puños de ánimo.En: Mateo in the front row, clenched his fists encouragingly.Es: Inés cerró los ojos un momento, respiró hondo y decidió improvisar.En: Inés closed her eyes for a moment, took a deep breath, and decided to improvise.Es: Con creatividad y calma, inventó líneas que transmitieron el mismo mensaje.En: With creativity and calmness, she invented lines that conveyed the same message.Es: El público, cautivado por su entereza y talento, estalló en aplausos.En: The audience, captivated by her poise and talent, erupted in applause.Es: Al terminar la función, Inés recibió elogios no solo por su actuación, sino por haber mantenido la calma.En: After the performance ended, Inés received praise not only for her acting but for keeping her composure.Es: Ese mismo día, la directora del colegio la llamó a su oficina.En: That same day, the school principal called her into her office.Es: Con voz amable, le dijo que había recibido una carta.En: In a kind voice, she told Inés she had received a letter.Es: Contenía la noticia de que había ganado la beca que tanto anhelaba.En: It contained the news that she had won the scholarship she had longed for.Es: Esa tarde, Inés y Mateo se sentaron bajo el gran árbol de Navidad en el patio de la escuela.En: That afternoon, Inés and Mateo sat under the large Christmas tree in the school courtyard.Es: Comieron helado y hablaron sobre sus sueños para el futuro.En: They ate ice cream and talked about their dreams for the future.Es: Entre risas, Mateo expresó su admiración por la habilidad de Inés para manejar la situación del teatro.En: Amid laughter, Mateo expressed his admiration for Inés's ability to handle the theater situation.Es: Inés sonrió y, mirando las luces titilantes del árbol, comprendió algo importante.En: Inés smiled, and looking at the twinkling lights of the tree, she understood something important.Es: Inés había aprendido a confiar en sí misma y en sus recursos.En: Inés had learned to trust herself and her resources.Es: Sabía que, aunque las responsabilidades fueran grandes, siempre podía encontrar un equilibrio.En: She knew that, even though the responsibilities were great, she could always find balance.Es: Las luces de Navidad continuaron brillando, prometiéndole que el futuro estaba lleno de posibilidades.En: The Christmas lights continued to shine, promising her that the future was full of possibilities. Vocabulary Words:warm: cálidabuzzing: bullíadecorations: decoracionesgarlands: guirnaldasdedicated: dedicadatuition: matrículaburden: cargacarefree: despreocupadarehearsals: ensayospressure: presióncourtyard: patioexpectant: expectanteawkward: incómodocomposure: calmaimprovise: improvisarcreativity: creatividadpoise: enterezapraise: elogiosprincipal: directoraletter: cartascholarship: becadreams: sueñosadmiration: admiraciónresources: recursosbalance: equilibriopossibilities: posibilidadesfuture: futurocalmness: calmaensemble: vestidoauditorium: auditorio

One of my favorite things to do in December is ready short, heart warming Christmas stories. 20 years ago God gave me a true Christmas story of my own and for this Christmas I decided it was time to tell it.  We often think of the miracle of a child coming into the world but I learned that a child of God leaving this world can be just as miraculous. My brother passed unexpectedly on Christmas day 20 years ago and the mercies that accompanied that day are undeniable. Bring tissues and enjoy this story that will remind you of the greatest gift we enjoy because of Christmas.Follow me on all social media platforms @amberdawnpearceCome with me on an Alaskan Cruise July 30- August 6th 2026!  I will be presenting twice a day on the days at sea. Book today at: https://bountifultravel.com/trips/family-get-away-alaska-cruise-2/Kamana is a coffee alternative made with mesquite, a superfood that looks, makes and tastes remarkably similar to coffee. It's caffeine and acid free, packed with health benefits and provides natural energy.https://www.kamana.co/AmberdawnUse coupon code: Amber20 for 20% off

Crackling fireplace? Whispering snowfall? Soft, relaxing music? Oh yes!

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California Rifle & Pistol Association Legislative Director Rick Travis joins the show with some unexpected good news for gun owners from the state capitol in Sacramento.

Susan is back with Tangible Truth Podcast's annual Christmas Tradition of "The 3 Cs of Christmas: Christmas Blessing, Christmas Circle, & Christmas Miracle."Join her and special Guest, Keri Sallee, as they talk about how to find joy, peace, and hope in this hectic holiday season.

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Heartbeats and Harmonies: A Christmas Miracle at the Basilica Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-12-01-23-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A St. Stephen's Bazilika gyertyafényben ragyogott, ahogy a karácsonyi kórus ünnepi dallamai betöltötték a teret.En: The St. Stephen's Basilica glowed in candlelight as the festive melodies of the Christmas choir filled the space.Hu: A látogatók csendben hallgatták, ahogy az énekek visszhangoztak a mennyezet alatt.En: Visitors listened quietly as the songs echoed under the ceiling.Hu: Köztük volt Ákos is, aki rajongott a zenéért, de a szívbetegsége miatt ritkán mozdult ki otthonról.En: Among them was Ákos, who was passionate about music but rarely left home due to his heart condition.Hu: Ma este azonban nem szerette volna kihagyni a gyönyörű koncertet.En: However, he did not want to miss the beautiful concert tonight.Hu: Zsófia, a fiatal orvostanhallgató, szintén jelen volt.En: Zsófia, a young medical student, was also present.Hu: A hátul állt, és áhítattal figyelte a kórust.En: She stood at the back, watching the choir with reverence.Hu: A zenének különleges hatalma volt, és úgy érezte, ilyenkor minden gond elszáll.En: The music had a special power, and at times like this, she felt all worries disappeared.Hu: Ákos próbált észrevétlen maradni, de egyre nehezebben vette a levegőt.En: Ákos tried to remain unnoticed, but he was finding it increasingly difficult to breathe.Hu: A szíve gyorsan vert, és homlokán izzadságcseppek jelentek meg.En: His heart was racing, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.Hu: Hirtelen érezte, ahogy a lába elgyengül, és még mielőtt megkapaszkodhatott volna, összeesett.En: Suddenly, he felt his legs weaken, and before he could steady himself, he collapsed.Hu: A pánik gyorsan átterjedt a hallgatóságon, de Zsófia határozottan tört utat magának Ákos felé.En: Panic quickly spread through the audience, but Zsófia resolutely made her way towards Ákos.Hu: "Engedjenek oda!" – kiáltotta, és hamarosan mellette térdelt.En: "Let me through!" she shouted, soon kneeling beside him.Hu: Tudta, cselekednie kell.En: She knew she needed to act.Hu: Zsófia gyorsan felmérte Ákos állapotát, majd megkezdte az újraélesztést.En: Zsófia quickly assessed Ákos's condition and then began resuscitation.Hu: Keze biztosan működött, ahogy mindent megtett Ákos stabilizálása érdekében.En: Her hands worked confidently as she did everything she could to stabilize Ákos.Hu: Kórus tagjai segítettek, amíg megérkezett a mentő.En: Choir members helped until the ambulance arrived.Hu: A templomban szinte kézzel fogható feszültség idővel enyhült, ahogy látták, hogy Ákos állapota javul.En: The almost palpable tension in the church gradually eased as they saw Ákos's condition improve.Hu: Ákos kórházba került, és a megfelelő ellátásban részesült.En: Ákos was taken to the hospital and received proper care.Hu: Bár fizikailag kimerült volt, hálával és örömmel telve gondolt Zsófiára.En: Although physically exhausted, he thought of Zsófia with gratitude and joy.Hu: A kunyerckor kiderült, hogy nemcsak egy életmentő pillanatot élt meg, hanem új barátság is szövődött közte és Zsófia között, aki ezzel a megmozdulással magabiztosabbá vált saját képességeiben.En: It turned out that he not only experienced a life-saving moment but also formed a new friendship with Zsófia, who grew more confident in her abilities through this event.Hu: A karácsonyi koncert ugyan megzavartatott, de minden jelenlévő számára emlékezetessé vált.En: The Christmas concert was indeed disrupted, but it became memorable for everyone present.Hu: Az együttérzés és a segítségnyújtás szelleme valóságos csodát hozott el az adventi éjszakán.En: The spirit of compassion and assistance brought a true miracle to the advent night.Hu: Ákos számára pedig nem csak a karácsonyi dalok jelentősége nőtt, hanem az emberekbe vetett bizalom is új értelmet nyert.En: For Ákos, not only did the significance of Christmas songs grow, but also his trust in people took on new meaning. Vocabulary Words:basilica: bazilikaglowed: ragyogottcandlelight: gyertyafénychoir: kórusfestive: ünnepipassionate: rajongottheart condition: szívbetegségsteadied: megkapaszkodottcollapsed: összeesettpanic: pánikresolutely: határozottanreverence: áhítatresuscitation: újraélesztésassessed: felmértepalpable: kézzel foghatótension: feszültségambulance: mentőstabilize: stabilizálásaexhausted: kimerültgratitude: hálajoy: örömcompassion: együttérzésassistance: segítségnyújtásmiracle: csodasignificance: jelentőségbreathtaking: lélegzetelállítóaudience: hallgatóságdisappeared: elszállweaken: elgyengülfriendship: barátság

We grant a Christmas Miracle! Abby’s bunnings trip went poorly to say the least I peaked outside the window and he was smelling my used shoes The boys are clueless…and not like the movies Albo lied to us about his wedding Abby has organised a 4 HOUR photoshoot for her family See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg's back! Christmas Miracle for Christmas Cheerboard SUCCESS / It's cold yes but it's not THAT cold / Jets (1:40); Greg's Christmas Cheerboard chat with some regular donors (8:35); When do you start to feel the Christmas / Holiday spirit? (18:10); Giving Tuesday is tomorrow! Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba (23:50); REEL NICE WINTER GRAND PRIZE WINNER! (30:40); SPORTS! Jets-SECOND worst November ever / Da Bears - Jim Toth (39:30); Christmas Cheerboard's Christmas Miracle was a HUGE success! (51:35); Winning entries on the Christmas spirit kick-off (59:30); High school AAAA Volleyball Championship finals are tonight at the U of M - Christian Aumell, host of the CJOB Sports Show (1:03:00).

On location at St. Vital Centre for the Christmas Cheerboard's Christmas Miracle! (0:30); Vetting everything we see, like seeing a story about a woman arrested for sending man 159K texts after a date. Saw it today. STORY IS OVER SIX YEARS OLD (8:00); TOYS! What's a memorable toy you got for Christmas? Or perhaps a memorable toy you gave someone (15:55); Christmas Cheerboard executive director Shawna Bell on the impact a hamper can have (22:45); Santa on Nairn doing a fundraiser for Christmas Cheerboard on December 13th (30:50); CLAYHEM!!!!! (42:20); Christmas Cheerboard volunteer who got her start when she was an ungrateful 14 year old and her dad dragged her out to do deliveries (49:45).

Tyson is in for Greg this week! Jets were stinky / NHL gives Olympics deadline to get it together on their rink / WSO How to Train Your Dragon (1:40); NHL & NHLPA give IOC deadline to get the Olympic hockey rink ready -- TIMES WE MISSED DEADLINES (9:10); Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? Why do we procrastinate on this? Do you prefer shopping in store or online? (16:25); Christmas Cheerboard -- getting ready for Christmas Miracle on Friday & Saturday at St. Vital Centre (23:40); SPORTS! - Jim Toth (34:40); Tyson & RRC intern Zen Finnson explain fantasy sports to Brett like he's 5... and why 'prop bets' should maybe be banned due to sports scandals (45:50); Winning entry on missing deadlines (53:20); The Celtic Tenors! They're coming to Winnipeg on December 5th at The Burt (57:10).

The kind of moment that keeps a dream alive doesn't always arrive with a banner; sometimes it's a quiet ping at the register and a lump in your throat. We finally crossed the sales number we set five years ago—through shutdowns, grief, a newborn, and more near-misses than we care to count—and it hit us with a wave of validation bigger than the math. The goal wasn't about getting rich; it was about proving this American-made lifestyle brand could stand on its own legs and keep serving a community that's carried us from day one.Along the way, we open up about mental health and the heartbreaking story of Marshawn Nealon, reflecting on how fatherhood can rewire purpose and help us stay one more day. Then, at a Bangor Mall pop-up, we watched something rare: two women who had lost their jobs after blowing the whistle on abuse in a mental health facility nearly sold out their crafts. On day two, a local shop owner stopped to browse their partner's Yu-Gi-Oh cards, paid sixteen hundred dollars, and then offered scrubs, toys, and a chance to bring the rest of the collection for a fair deal. Tears, hugs, stunned silence. Call it timing, call it grace—it felt like a Christmas miracle.If you're chasing a target that keeps slipping away, this story is for you. We talk candidly about setting realistic goals, the squeeze of cash flow during growth, and why showing up in real communities creates surface area for luck and kindness. We also share the laughs—yes, we said “Yogi cards” before getting corrected—and the gratitude that fuels us into the next season.If this resonated, subscribe, share with a friend who needs a lift, and leave a review. Your words help new listeners find the show and help small, American-made dreams keep going.If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LoudproudamericanLoud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_americanLoud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtwThank you for Supporting My American Dream!

Think you need 20% down to buy a home? Think again. In Step 5 of the 10-Step How to Buy a Home System, David Sidoni breaks down how much you really need to save — and how to start now, even if you're juggling debt.Saving for a home is the step that scares most renters away from ever getting started. In this episode, David busts the biggest myth in homebuying — that you need a massive 20% down payment — and replaces it with a realistic, data-backed plan to get you there faster.You'll learn the simple formula to estimate your goal: 8% of your home's price (5% down + 3% closing costs). That's the true, conservative number for most first-time buyers — and for many, it can be even less.David walks through how real buyers used creative strategies and pro guidance to shrink their out-of-pocket costs to as little as 1–5%. From zero-down loans to grants and seller credits, this episode shows how working with a Unicorn Team early opens doors you didn't know existed.You'll also hear real-world examples like Nick (Episode 399), who expected to need tens of thousands for closing — but ended up bringing only $4,000 to the table and even got money back.The key message: Don't wait until you think you've saved “enough.” Waiting costs you time, opportunity, and money. Learn how to plan smart, start early, and move forward with confidence.“If you think you need 20% down, you're already behind the truth. Most first-time buyers use 3.5% or 5%, and some even less. Waiting to ‘save enough' could cost you thousands.”HighlightsMyth Busted: Only 8–9% down is typical for first-time buyers — not 20%.Your Real Goal: Start with the 8% formula (5% down + 3% closing costs).Example: $400,000 home = $32,000 total savings target.Start Early: Work with a Unicorn Team before you hit your goal — they'll help you find options that reduce how much you need.Buyer Story: Nick (Ep. 399) bought with just $4K out-of-pocket — and got a refund check.Options That Work: 3.5% FHA loans, down payment assistance, seller credits, and even 0% down programs.Emotional Truth: Stop assuming homeownership is out of reach. Education and strategy make it possible sooner than you think.Referenced Episodes388 – The Playbook Vol. 1: The Rent Replacement Strategy389 – The Playbook Vol. 2: Your Last Lease Ever348 – How Much Do You Really Need for Closing Day?399 – The Real Value of Buying: What Nick Gained Beyond a Mortgage380 – This Should Have Been Impossible – But Rosie Actually Did It (Interview)189 – VA Loans: Bad for Buyers or a Christmas Miracle?358 – Interview: How to Buy a Duplex at 22 with $12K321 – Buying in a High-Cost Area – Long Island, NY (Interview)121 – When to Back Out of the Deal – Interview with a First-Time Buyer113 – Interview with a Single Female First-Time Home Buyer in 202275 – Inspection Red Flags, New Tips for 2022 Bidding Wars, and To Wait or Not to Wait?58 – How to Use Your Retirement Savings to Buy Your First Home the Safe Way22 – How to Financially Prepare to Buy Your First Home – Part IV273 – Buying a Home in 11 Days! Single Mom Becomes Atlanta Homeowner (Interview)19 – How to Financially Prepare to Buy Your First Home – Part I371 – Top Budgeting Apps for First-Time Buyers in 2025381 – Saving While in Debt: How Much Do First-Time Buyers Really Need in 2025?194 – Interview – Making the Impossible Purchase Possible169 – Woman Power: This Single Woman Bought Her First Home239 – Interview: Using the VA Loan for Zero Down161 – Achieving the American Dream: An Interview with Sally7 – First-Time Home Buyer – 1, 2, 3Connect with me to find a trusted realtor in your area or to answer your burning questions!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel @HowToBuyaHomeInstagram @HowtoBuyAHomePodcastTik Tok @HowToBuyAHomeVisit our Resource Center to "Ask David" AND get your FREE Home Buying Starter Kit!David Sidoni, the "How to Buy a Home Guy," is a seasoned real estate professional and con

What do a liver transplant, a wreath-making hobby, and more than a few glasses of egg nog have in common?Our '12 Pods of Christmas' series continues with this recap and review of this 2018 flick from Hallmark Movies and Mysteries, starring Aimee Teegarden and Brett Dalton. This is based on a real story, and we're sharing some real -- and funny -- stories of our own, including a moment of silence/laughter for Jennifer's "angry" gall bladder and the introduction of Josh's "baseline mist." Plus, we'll give you a full recap and our hot takes in our 'Gold or Coal' segment!So, what did you think of this one? Did we get it right?? Drop us a comment below or connect with us on social media! Find links to everything about us online at www.DoYouWatchWhatIWatch.com!And, as always, may your days be merry and bright!

Discover how a single mom in Long Island went from a decade of renting to owning her first home. This inspiring replay episode of HBH shares the story of perseverance, preparation, and the power of a trusted real estate team.In this replay of episode 265, David Sidoni sits down with Vayola, a single mother who never thought homeownership was possible in her expensive Long Island market. Determined to set an example for her teenage daughter, she reached out to the How to Buy a Home podcast, learned the steps, and put them into action. Vayola shares her top tips for first-time buyers: trust your "unicorn" real estate team, keep your funds liquid and ready to move, and never settle until you find the right home. Her journey proves that with the right preparation and guidance, even the most daunting housing markets can be navigated successfully.Quote: "Trust your unicorn team. They know what they're doing. You're in good hands." - VayolaHighlights:Why trusting a vetted real estate team is critical for first-time buyersHow to keep your funds accessible for a fast-moving marketThe importance of patience and not settling for the wrong homeTurning homeownership into a lasting legacy for your familyAction steps to prepare before your offer is acceptedReferenced Episodes104 – Interview With A Single, Female First-Time Home Buyer Who Closed In 2022, Trying Since 2019109 - Brian and Diana - 4 months, From Wondering About Buying their 1st home to Getting the Keys116 - Interview With First-Time Home Buyers Whose Rent Went Up 90% In One Year BAILED On Renting!128 - First Time Buyer Couple Interview - Making The Move From Apartment To Condo129 – Interview With A First Time Home Buyer Who Bought WITHOUT Two Years Of Employment167 - Interview: Buying a $300K Home With Only $18k? Yes!169 - Woman Power: This Single Woman Bought Her First Home189 - INTERVIEW - VA Loans: Bad for Buyers or a Christmas Miracle?217 - Interview With Millie - How To Buy Your First Home Before Turning 30Connect with me to find a trusted realtor in your area or to answer your burning questions!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel @HowToBuyaHomeInstagram @HowtoBuyAHomePodcastTik Tok @HowToBuyAHomeVisit our Resource Center to "Ask David" AND get your FREE Home Buying Starter Kit!David Sidoni, the "How to Buy a Home Guy," is a seasoned real estate professional and consumer advocate with two decades of experience helping first-time homebuyers navigate the real estate market. His podcast, "How to Buy a Home," is a trusted resource for anyone looking to buy their first home. It offers expert advice, actionable tips, and inspiring stories from real first-time homebuyers. With a focus on making the home-buying process accessible and understandable, David breaks down complex topics into easy-to-follow steps, covering everything from budgeting and financing to finding the right home and making an offer. Subscribe for regular market updates, and leave a review to help us reach more people. Ready for an honest, informed home-buying experience? Viva la Unicorn Revolution - join us!

Zelda attacks Earth on Christmas Eve, convinced that the Terrahawks' guard will be down. However, Ninestein anticipates such a move, and all-out war erupts. Perhaps the Christmas spirit can even reach someone like Zelda....

This week on Tis the Podcast, the elves are back to keep the Christmas spirit alive all summer long! Tom, Julia, and Anthony dive into three festive episodes of Last Man Standing, sharing laughs, hot takes, and a few heartfelt moments along the way. First, the crew unpacks “The Gift of the Wise Man,” where Mike Baxter's attempt to delegate Christmas duties goes hilariously off the rails—think fake family Christmas letters, a nativity scene reimagined as the “Everytivity,” and the chaos that ensues when control is handed over to the rest of the Baxter clan. Next, they tackle “My Name is Rob,” an episode that brings Eve home from the Air Force Academy with her new boyfriend, Rob. The hosts discuss the show's sometimes heavy-handed approach to serious topics and how the dynamics between the Baxter sisters have evolved over the seasons. Finally, the team reviews “The Gift of the Mike Guy,” highlighting cast changes, the bittersweet humor of naming streets after the living, and the heartwarming tradition of decorating the family tree—even if the new Mandy's energy just isn't quite the same. Along the way, there's talk of summer reading by the pool, the latest Superman trailer, and the eternal debate over the best hot cocoa recipe. We'd love to hear from you - share your own holiday drink secrets (but beware: Swiss Miss fans need not apply). Tune in for a blend of nostalgia, critique, and Christmas cheer—no matter what the calendar says!

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Joe was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and since childhood he has loved the Philadelphia Phillies. According to him, “I live and die with the Phillies, no matter where they are in the standings. They have been playing great of late and that makes me happy!” Now a Nashvillian for almost five decades, Joe is also a Tennessee Titans football fan. He has had season tickets since they arrived in Nashville in 1998. Joe is an avid writer and songwriter and became a published children's book author in 1997 with The Molly Books, a four-book series published by Ideal's Children's Books. In 2003, New Leaf Press published G. I. Joe and Lillie: Remembering a Life of Love and Loyalty, an inspirational biography Joe penned about his parents. His song by the same name was included on the Oaks' Colors album, released the same year. A music video of the song reemerged in the summer of 2009 and became a YouTube phenomenon with almost six million views. Joe also wrote the title song for the Oaks' The Journey album, as well as the text for The Oak Ridge Boys' coffee table book, An American Journey, published in 2004. In 2014, New Leaf published Joe's Christmas short story, An Inconvenient Christmas, which was inspired by an Oak Ridge Boys' song from an album by the same name. In September 2010, Journey Press, a division of Sheaf House, released From My Perspective, a collection of Joe's commentaries, stories, and other writings. His book Christmas Miracles, a collection of Christmas short stories and commentaries, originally published in 2008, was updated in 2012. His most recent book, On the Road with The Oak Ridge Boys, was published by Harvest House Publishers in May 2015. For relaxation, Joe retreats to his farm on the Tennessee-Kentucky state line, where he can often be found on his John Deere tractor mowing part of his 350-acres—or sitting on his front porch and playing banjo, an instrument he has played for more than a decade. He plays a step-out lead on the Oaks' Rock of Ages CD. Joe has been singing since he was about four years old and in his mid-teens fell in love with Southern Gospel music harmony. A born-again Christian, he is always quick to give God the credit for everything he has accomplished. He joined the Oaks in 1973, just prior to the group's emergence on the Country music scene. As with the other group members, much of Joe's time has been spent on the road performing, but he found his own way to get the maximum possible enjoyment out of touring. “My life has been simple,” says the Oak who was the principal spokesman on stage for five decades. “I go out there and try to sing the best I can and give them physically and mentally everything I've got. When it's done, I go back to my room or the bus, eat some pizza or sushi, call my Mary, get on my Apple laptop, do a little writing, and say to myself, ‘Hey, I've done what I'm supposed to be doing and I feel great about it.'” Joe and his wife, Mary, have two daughters, Jennifer, and Sabrina; two grandchildren, Breanne and Luke, who recently served in the U.S. Navy; and one great grandson, Noah Chance. They also have four cats, Mitty, Crockett, Barney, and Maggie Mae. In early 2024, Joe announced his retirement from touring due to the onset of a neuromuscular disorder. He passed on to Glory on July 9, 2024, due to complications from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). He leaves behind his precious wife, Mary Ann, daughters Jennifer and Sabrina, granddaughter Breanne, grandson Luke, two great grandsons, Chance and Grey, and a sister, Nancy. He is preceded in death by his parents Joseph S. Bonsall Sr. and Lillie Bonsall. A memoir written by Joe in early 2024, entitled I See Myself, will be released in November.

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! We hope you had a fantastic weekend and enjoyed your Super Bowl parties - or your Superb *Owl* parties, if that's more your speed! This week, the elves are traveling back to Philly to discuss the brand new, Season 4 episodes of a show they all enjoy: "Abbott Elementary"! For those following along at home, the episodes in question are: - Season 4 - Episode 7 - Winter Show  - Season 4 - Episode 8 - Winter Break This is one festive, laugh-a-minute episode that you want to make sure not to miss! Not only does Anthony run through and give his thoughts on a whole host of movies he's seen this past week, but also because both Julia and Thom have a shocking confession to make about Run DMC's "Christmas in Hollis" that is sure to rock the very foundations of our show! So settle back, relax, and enjoy! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all!

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) On this special Christmas Day, Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, brings you a heartwarming episode of The Wright Report. Today, we step back from the news to reflect on the meaning of peace and goodwill through two extraordinary stories from history: The Christmas Truce of 1914: Discover how British and German soldiers set aside their weapons during World War I to share carols, gifts, and even a soccer game in the trenches. A Christmas Miracle in 1944: In the midst of World War II, a German mother and her son brought together American and German soldiers for a night of peace and humanity in a tiny cabin in the Hürtgen Forest. These stories remind us of the power of hope and kindness, even in the darkest of times. Wishing you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas filled with joy, love, and goodwill. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

The two Jews of the crew woke up on Christmas morning and decided to give everyone the gift of a meandering conversation about Christmas movies, trume crime docs, Hanukkah treats, and even some pro wrestling talk! Merry Christmas and to all a good night!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a Christmas Miracle! We are actually looking back at the infamous October 31, 2011 episode of WWE Monday Night Raw where The Muppets host! Funny enough, The Muppets are actually the best part of the show! They meet some Superstars, make some matches, and even get involved to help Santino Marella get a victory! Plus, one of the funniest backstage moments happens with Sheamus and Beaker. Also, The Rock says he will join John Cena to take on The Miz and R Truth and Survivor Series, CM Punk challenges Alberto Del Rio for the WWE Championship at the PPV, and Cena and The Miz battle in the main event. All this and more on this edition of the RAW Supershow!⦁    Deadlock Discord: https://discord.gg/E4BvR4W⦁    Deadlock Shop: https://shop.deadlockpw.com⦁    Deadlock Patreon: https://patreon.com/deadlockpw⦁    Deadlock Twitter: https://twitter.com/deadlockpw⦁    Deadlock Instagram: https://instagram.com/deadlockwrestling⦁    Deadlock Reddit: https://reddit.com/r/deadlockpw⦁    Deadlock Pro Wrestling: http://deadlockpro.com

On Christmas Day 1851, Lieutenant Amiel Whipple and his men find themselves outnumbered and facing certain death at the hands of the Quechan people. What happens next is what many would consider a Blood Meridian Christmas miracle.   Check out the website for more true tales from the Old West https://www.wildwestextra.com/   Email me! https://www.wildwestextra.com/contact/   Buy me a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wildwest   Free Newsletter! https://wildwestjosh.substack.com/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we mark our 19th year of anime podcasting, it's time for our annual holiday roundup of Christmas episodes! But first, we take a moment to pay our respects to the recently departed Jan Scott-Frazier, not by pressing F but by talking about her influence on us and this podcast. Visit www.animeworldorder.com for full show notes and supplemental links.

In this special holiday episode of the podcast, Nurse John shares real-life stories from healthcare workers and the public—tales of miraculous moments in healthcare that remind us that miracles do happen, even in the darkest times. Prepare for a heartwarming, “Miracle on 34th Street”-style episode filled with tears and hope, just in time for the holiday season. Wishing you a joyful holiday season surrounded by loved ones, friends, colleagues, and cherished moments. Do me the biggest favour bestie, by giving us a 5 star in Spotify & Apple podcast, and to other platforms you're listening to, follow our podcast, leave a comment, turn on notification and share it to your social, it will help us spread the love and get us going! Follow me here: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nurse.johnn Instagram: https://instagram.com/nurse.johnn YouTube: https://youtube.com/@NurseJohnn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nurse.johnn Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Hp3DBH... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... Check out my merch and get yourself one bestie! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nursejohnn/support