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What would it be like to feel gravitational waves? How are satellites protected from extreme solar storms? How do gravity slingshots work? Are aliens potentially communicating outside of the electromagnetic spectrum? Plus Izzie, Dr Becky and Robert share their annual Christmas present recommendations.Keep sending your questions to podcast@ras.ac.uk, Instagram @SupermassivePod or members can post on The Supermassive Club's forum. Join The Supermassive Club for ad-free listening, forum access, and extra content from the team. The Supermassive Podcast is a Boffin Media production. The producers are Izzie Clarke and Richard Hollingham.The Supermassive Podcast is a Boffin Media production. The producers are Izzie Clarke and Richard Hollingham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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(This is the reposted - CORRECT episode and it's a good'un!) In this episode, Lisa kicks things off by shouting out some of the brilliant listeners who've left reviews recently (thank you!) and responds to two specific requests for an episode on “elevated casual.” Those messages sparked today's chat on how to look pulled‑together over the festive season and when you're WFH – because how you show up at home still affects how you feel and how you work. You'll hear loads of ideas for elevating casual looks, from jeans‑and‑a‑nice‑top (the forever hero outfit formula) to easy ways to smarten your everyday knits, denim and flats so you feel stylish but not “done.” Lisa also talks about what she's actually wearing this Christmas, with party outfit ideas that work whether you're heading to a house party (no heel dents in someone's wooden floors, please), a cosy drinks night or something a bit more glam. Jeans and a nice top still absolutely earns its place, but you'll also hear about the hottest trend for 2025/26: underwear as outerwear – think slip dresses, lingerie‑inspired pieces and “nightie but make it out‑out” styling, for those who dare.​ You can also shop the pod: use the link in the show notes to see Lisa's curated edit and shop her recommendations directly – from elevated casual staples to party‑ready pieces that actually work in real life. Finally, Lisa shares why now is the moment to grab your ticket for the Super Styling Event: The Winning Wardrobe Formula in January. If you've got lots of clothes but never feel like you have outfits, feel a bit lost with your style, or don't know where to shop and what to buy next, this one‑day event is designed to change that. You'll walk away with your 3 style words, a clear way to declutter, practical styling tips and outfit ideas mapped out for your real life – and there are only a few spaces left, making it a brilliant Christmas present to yourself. Links mentioned: Shop the pod: Lisa's elevated casual and party edit​ Super Styling Event: The Winning Wardrobe Formula – January tickets (limited places) Lisa's website: https://www.lisagillbestyle.com/ Lisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisegillbestylist/?hl=en   Chapters 00:00 Festive Fashion Introduction 09:04 Elevated Basics for Home and Work 09:32 Party Season Style Tips 19:52 The Importance of Fashion in Personal Identity

Christmas Presents

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Send us a textDo you remember that Disney Christmas Carol with Mickey Mouse? It will ALWAYS be right there in my memory. Ok, from that movie, now comb through and remember the Ghost of Christmas Present. The big, dopey giant eating turkey legs and drinking out of goblets? Yes. HIM. That is where my mind goes when I think of the traditional Reveillon feasts here in New Orleans. What is a Reveillon feast, you may ask? "A Réveillon dinner is a traditional, lavish French Creole holiday feast in New Orleans, named from the French word for "awakening," originally eaten late after midnight mass on Christmas Eve but now offered throughout December in many restaurants as multi-course, prix-fixe menus featuring rich dishes like gumbo, turtle soup, seafood, roasted meats, and decadent desserts. It's a festive culinary event showcasing Creole culture, with menus evolving from traditional breakfasts to elaborate dinners with modern twists. " -the google.This whole, ornate concept blows my mind. It feels like you have stepped into a Downton Abbey picture. Now, that is depending on where you chose to celebrate this decadent occasion. And for the past 5 years, we have welcomed chefs from all around New Orleans tell their stories of Reveillon and what it means to them. This yearrrrrr I am over the moon! We are welcoming back my buddy, veteran and super chef, Eric Cook! Chef Cook is the restauranteur behind the beloved Saint John and Gris-Gris restaurants. Listen to how Chef Cook is able to articulate his love language about New Orleans, their own direction and his committed dedication to this jewel of a city. His passion burns hotter than a black iron skillet.  Hear how he selects his menu and how he wants both restaurants to bring out different tastes of our great city.  Book your rez's now yall! Gris-Gris:Address: 1800 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130Hours: Open · Closes 10 PM · More hoursThank you to our family of amazing sponsors! STATE FARM® INSURANCE AGENT Leigh Ann Arcuri https://ridewithla.com/ Ochsner Children's HospitalWww.ochsner.orgRouses MarkersWww.rousesmarkets.comSandpiper VacationsWww..sandpipervacations.comCafe Du Monde www.shop.cafedumonde.com The Law Firm of Forrest Cressy & James Www.forrestcressyjames.comComfort Cases Www.comfortcases.orgNew Orleans Ice Cream CompanyWww.neworleansicecream.comERA TOP REALTY: Pamela Breaux plbreaux@gmail.com

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Experience Christmas through the eyes of Charles Dickens in his classic story, “A Christmas Carol.” Enjoy this production performed with full cast and live foley effects! Episode 3 – The Ghost of Christmas Present:  The Ghost of Christmas Present takes Scrooge on a journey to witness true happiness in places he least expected to find it. Adapted for audio by We Are One Body® Audio Theatre Cast members in order of appearance: David Seremet as Ebenezer Scrooge; Peg Bryan as the Narrator; Scott Walton as the Ghost of Christmas Present; Kelly Doman as Mrs. Cratchit; Margaret Butina as Martha; Helen Butina as 1 Cratchit Child; Annette Steele as 2 Cratchit Child; Albert Saenz as Bob Cratchit; Donovan Saenz as Tiny Tim; Kolbe Foss as Peter; Cletus McConville as Fred; Shantel McConville as Fred's Wife; Edward Roberts as Fred's Wife's Friend 1; Kelly Burd as Fred's Wife's Friend 2; and Heather Walton as Fred's Wife's Friend 3. Foley Effects Artists were Cori Beredino, Lawrence Cuda and Matthew Mann A Production of We Are One Body® Audio Theatre.

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This week on we're embracing the holiday spirit with a musical twist as we dive into the 2022 modern holiday spectacular, Spirited! We'll talk about Ryan Reynolds as the sardonic yet well-meaning Ghost of Christmas Present and Will Ferrell as the target of his annual redemption effort, Clint Briggs. We'll discuss the catchy original songs, the hilarious spin on the classic Dickens tale, and the unexpected heart that makes this film a new Christmas favorite.To warm us up while we ride along on this ghost-guided journey, we're mixing up a wintery twist on a classic: the Jack Frost Old Fashioned. This cocktail takes the warming base of Bourbon or Rye Whiskey and infuses it with seasonal spices like Cinnamon , using a dash of Maple Syrup instead of plain sugar. It's a comforting and cozy drink that's perfect for settling in to watch a holiday musical.So, put on your dancing shoes, light the fire, and get ready to raise a glass to Spirited!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch Shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.drinkthemovies.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Please Drink Responsibly*

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We're running through a few of our favourite 4WD/Camping related Christmas presents so you can get those last minute ideas out. Some cheap, some expensive but hopefully they'll give you some inspiration for that 4WDer in your life!The 4WD Podcast powered by Tyrepower. Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded.Music by The Southern River Band.Tough Dog Making Tracks Across the World! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We invite you to begin this holiday season with some child-like wonder through the magic of Christmas stories.  We will not only look at the birth accounts of the Savior, but at the whole of our story; from even before Genesis through to Revelation.  And we will do so spring boarding off the famous story written in 1843 by Charles Dickens called, A Christmas Carol. A Christmas Carol begins with a death and forces the main character, Ebenezer Scrooge, to evaluate his life.  As a part of this journey, Scrooge is given an odd gift; he's able to explore his past, present, and future.  He's able to remember what happened to him as a child and how it shaped him.  Then he gets to see his present with a view of who he has become; a crotchety old man who cares about little else than making a profit.  Along the way, however, it seems that this crotchety old man wants to be something more, do something more, but what? How? Finally, Scrooge gets the opportunity to see what his future will be should he continue down his current life path.  When he wakes up from this dream, he is convinced; he must change.  He chooses to be different.  You might even say, he repents and becomes a new creation, one who celebrates the joy of Christmas by taking care of others. In a similar fashion, we will look at the thread of the Christ story, and our story, by looking all the way back to Christmas Past, before the foundations of the world.  Then, we will look to Christmas Present, exploring where the choices of His creation led the God of creation.  Then, should we choose to believe in this magical and wonder-filled story of Christmas, we can then peak into our Christmas future, a future secured by what God has done for us.  There, we will see what this God of love and grace has in store for us all.   May the telling and reimagining of this story, the Christmas story, bring much needed light into every corner of our world today. I look forward to the journey, and to spending Christmas…together!

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On this episode, we bring you a special presentation of act 3 of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future.” We will be releasing a new act every Tuesday until Christmas! Brief Synopsis: Last year, detective Tracy Chabert helped her partner, Holly, foil a plot to blow up a small town Christmas festival. This Christmas, someone is out to get revenge on Holly and it’s up to Tracy to save her…and she’ll be getting a little help from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future. It’s the movie that answers the question no one asked, “What would happen if you combined Die Hard 2 an A Christmas Carol?” In Act 3, The Ghost of Christmas Present shows Tracy that her partner, Holly, isn’t the only one she has to save on this perilous Christmas Eve. Download here! 00:00 – 00:20 Intro 00:20 – 08:33 Act 2 08:33 – 10:21 Credits (The embedded player for the episode is bellow the credits) A Bomb for Christmas 2: Past Present and Future Act 2 was written directed and produced by Tim Babb Cast: Kiki Cronin as Tracy Chabert Emmily Scherb as Jemma Rickmanovich Jeffery Cronin as the Russian Voice Trish Healey as Betty Justin Dinger as Gern Blanston Dynelle Babb as Holly McTiernan Brendan Scherb as Bobby McTiernan With special podcaster guest stars… Alonso Duralde from LinoleumKnife, Maximum Film, Breakfast All Day, and Deck The Hallmark and author of Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas – Revised and Updated Edition as the Ghost of Christmas Present. Noah, from the TANcast Podcast (NSFW), as Joe McKringleberry and Edward Frizzelle from That's Hindsight as George The choral renditions of We Wish You A Merry Christmas and The Star Spangled Banner were performed by the 1995 Lincoln High School Chamber Ensemble All other music and sound effects were public domain found at Pixabay.com This made-for-podcast Christmas movie is a work of fiction. Any similarity to actual persons living or dead or actual events is purely coincidental. Copyright 2025 by the Can’t Wait for Christmas Podcast. All rights reserved. Tune in December 15th for the next regular episode of the Can’t Wait For Christmas Podcast and December 16th for A Bomb for Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future Act 4.

Text Me Here!!!We are almost through our 12 days, so what better way to start off Day 9 then talking about traditions?Why do we even do traditions? We talk about that.What should we even do as a tradition if we don't have kids or aren't married? We talk about that.Why can't I find the motivation to wrap all these Christmas Presents? ...Well we don't talk about that exclusively, but this episode would be a great one to listen to while wrapping presents :DMake sure to tell me your favorite traditions around this time of year, I seriously could listen to them all day! E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

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Preaching Point: The Wise Men's gift of gold should remind us to revere Jesus as the unrivaled King of the universe.Main Text: Matthew 2:1-12 (ESV) 1 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, 2 saying, “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” 3 When Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him; 4 and assembling all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Christ was to be born. 5 They told him, “In Bethlehem of Judea, for so it is written by the prophet: 6 “ ‘And you, O Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.' ” 7 Then Herod summoned the wise men secretly and ascertained from them what time the star had appeared. 8 And he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, “Go and search diligently for the child, and when you have found him, bring me word, that I too may come and worship him.” 9 After listening to the king, they went on their way. And behold, the star that they had seen when it rose went before them until it came to rest over the place where the child was. 10 When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. 11 And going into the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh. 12 And being warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they departed to their own country by another way.Teaching Points:Affirm Jesus' Divine KingshipOffer Jesus Your Best, Not Just What's Left Anticipate Jesus' Eternal Kingship Application Questions:What is one observation or application you found helpful from this week's sermon?Read John 18:36-37, Matthew 2:1-2, and Micah 5:2. How does affirming the Divine Kingship of Jesus reshape your priorities and ambitions? What practical steps should you take this Christmas season to orient your life fully around the Divine Kingship of Jesus? Read 2 Samuel 24:18-25 and Matthew 10:37-39. Where are you tempted, and even guilty, of giving Jesus less than your best and settling to give him whatever is left over?What are the most common culprits that lead you into this pattern, and what steps can you take to eradicate them moving forward? How do these passages, along with the Wise Men and their gifts in Matthew 2:11, challenge you to be intentional about giving Jesus what he truly deserves? Read Luke 1:30-33 and Isaiah 9:6-7. How can you use this Christmas season to better prepare yourself and your family for Jesus' eternal reign as King?

Pastor Garry Clark begins a new Christmas Series focusing on PRAYER! This week, he'll begin by showing us what Christmas Presents we need to give ourselves, give others, and give our Lord this coming Christmas...

David Westrick preaches about finding hope when in Jesus when you feel hopeless.

This week we're poking at the present with equal parts curiosity and mischief.We ponder upon:the state of today's cinema (is it thriving, flailing, or just vibing?)the films and moments that have truly bottled the zeitgeist of 2025the things we'll inevitably look back on and mutter… WTF were we thinking?Expect spirited tangents, cheeky predictions, and a healthy dose of pop‑culture chaos as we unwrap the year that was.Expect sharp takes, sideways glances, and plenty of spirited debate as we rummage through the pop‑culture gift bag of the here and now.Then, Absurd Autumn refuses to stay in its lane. We ditch the drab detour of Freejack (1992) and swerve back into the delirious world of Samurai Cop—this time with its sequel.The make-up is still questionable, the dialogue still baffling, and the police work somehow even more inexplicable. It's a return to absurdity that proves some franchises never learn… and we're all the better for it.Join us for present‑day musings, future‑shock predictions, and another deep dive into cult cinema's most chaotic corners.

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Preaching Point: The Wise Men's gift of gold should remind us to revere Jesus as the unrivaled King of the universe.Main Text: Matthew 2:1-12 (ESV) 1 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, 2 saying, “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” 3 When Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him; 4 and assembling all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Christ was to be born. 5 They told him, “In Bethlehem of Judea, for so it is written by the prophet: 6 “ ‘And you, O Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.' ” 7 Then Herod summoned the wise men secretly and ascertained from them what time the star had appeared. 8 And he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, “Go and search diligently for the child, and when you have found him, bring me word, that I too may come and worship him.” 9 After listening to the king, they went on their way. And behold, the star that they had seen when it rose went before them until it came to rest over the place where the child was. 10 When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. 11 And going into the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh. 12 And being warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they departed to their own country by another way.

Sermons, December 2025, Luke, The Spirit of Christmas, Holy Spirit, Virgin Birth, Pastor Ray Fowler

Magoo & Scrooge BH Sales Kennel Kelp Holistic Healing Hour Podcast "Visualizing Wellness: A Holistic Journey with Grandpa Bill" #SpotifyWellness, #HolisticLiving, #VisualHealing, #GrandpaBill,1.In this adaptation, how does Ebenezer Magoo-Scrooge differ from the traditional Dickens character at the beginning of the story?A.He is already a generous philanthropist giving millions to charity.B.He is a scientist obsessed with experiments.C.He is a miser who refuses to spend a single penny.D.He is a poor man struggling to make ends meet.Think about his interaction with Lumen regarding the Christmas hampers and donations.1.In this adaptation, how does Ebenezer Magoo-Scrooge differ from the traditional Dickens character at the beginning of the story?A.He is already a generous philanthropist giving millions to charity.B.He is a scientist obsessed with experiments.C.He is a miser who refuses to spend a single penny.D.He is a poor man struggling to make ends meet.Think about his interaction with Lumen regarding the Christmas hampers and donations3.Who represents the Ghost of Christmas Past, and what concept do they embody?A.His Mother; Family values.B.Queen Victoria; Imperial History.C.Florence Nightingale; Nursing and Care.D.Madame Curie; Foundational Science.She glows with the light of a specific radioactive element she discovered4.According to Madame Curie, why is 'simple charity' insufficient?A.It is too expensive to maintain long-term.B.it does not generate enough publicity.C.It makes the recipients lazy.D.It fixes the immediate injury but not the systemic flaw in knowledge.Think about the difference between treating a cut and understanding the machine that caused the cut.5.Who is the Ghost of Christmas Present and what is his main lesson?A.Santa Claus; Generosity should be anonymous.B.A News Anchor; Information must be unbiased.C.A Union Leader; Workers must unite.D.P.T. Barnum; Systemic justice requires spectacle and engagement.This ghost is associated with the 'Greatest Show on Earth'.6.What does P.T. Barnum suggest Magoo-Scrooge do with his resources?A.Create a media spectacle to shift policy and public will.B.Invest quietly in blue-chip stocks.C.Build more circuses for entertainment.D.Run for political office.He wants to turn justice into the 'Main Event' to influence lawmakers.7.Who is the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come?A.An elderly environmentalist.B.Adah, a college freshman and Java expert.C.A futuristic robot.D.The Grim Reaper.She carries a laptop and represents the digital youth.8.What is the 'Structural Secret' advocated by the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come?A.Deploying secure, scalable, autonomous systems like open-source models.B.Waiting for the future to fix itself.C.Banning all technology to return to nature.D.Asking the government to take over all charity.Think about modern tech buzzwords like 'blockchain', 'open-source', and 'scalability'.9.What is the name of the new institution Magoo-Scrooge founds?A.The Global Circus of Science.B.The Magoo-Scrooge Institute for Foundational Structural Change.C.The Ebenezer Benevolence Society.D.The Christmas Spirit Foundation.The name combines his identity with the core concept of fixing the system's roots.10.How does the final ambition of Magoo-Scrooge evolve regarding the 'fish' analogy?A.From giving fish to teaching men to fish.B.From eating fish to becoming a vegetarian.C.From catching fish to buying a fish market.D.From giving fish to building a sustainable ocean.It's not just about the food (fish) or the skill (fishing), but the ecosystem itself.

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December 5, 2025 ~ Mary Magyari Spirit of Christmas Past, Tamara Della Anderson Spirit of Christmas Present and Sean Ryan Spirit of Christmas Future discuss "A Christmas Carol" running from now through December 24th at Meadow Brook Theatre. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For Christmas this year, I roll out an encore presentation of my narration of Arthur Conan Doyle's greatest short story, “The Adventure of the Bruce Partington Plans.”  The English government is paralyzed by fear as its most closely guarded secret is stolen or bought by an international spy.  Its “most exalted person” (obviously Queen Victoria … Continue reading NEW! A Christmas Present: My Encore Presentation of the Enhanced “Adventure of the Bruce Partington Plans,” A Sherlock Holmes Short Story →

On this episode, we bring you a special presentation of act 2 of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future.” We will be releasing a new act every Tuesday until Christmas! Brief Synopsis: Last year, detective Tracy Chabert helped her partner, Holly, foil a plot to blow up a small town Christmas festival. This Christmas, someone is out to get revenge on Holly and it’s up to Tracy to save her…and she’ll be getting a little help from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future. It’s the movie that answers the question no one asked, “What would happen if you combined Die Hard 2 an A Christmas Carol?” In Act 2, Tracy is sent to the past and learns the shocking truth about what really happened last Christmas. Download here! 00:00 – 00:20 Intro 00:20 – 10:53 Act 2 10:53 – 12:59 Credits (The embedded player for the episode is bellow the credits) A Bomb for Christmas 2: Past Present and Future Act 2 was written directed and produced by Tim Babb Cast: Kiki Cronin as Tracy Chabert Emmily Scherb as Alana/Jemma Rickmanovich Jeffery Cronin as the Russian Voice Justin Dinger as Gern Blanston Dynelle Babb as Holly McTiernan (Archival audio from “A Bomb For Christmas” 2020) Brendan Scherb as Bobby McTiernan (Archival audio from “A Bomb For Christmas” 2020) With special podcaster guest stars… Brian Earl from Christmas Past and author of Of Christmases Long, Long Ago: Surprising Traditions from Christmas Past as the Ghost of Christmas Past Mike Westfall, from the Advent Calendar House podcast, as Captain Willis (Archival audio from “A Bomb For Christmas” 2020) Edward Frizzelle from That's Hindsight as George (Archival audio from “A Bomb For Christmas” 2020) Mignon Fogarty, from the Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing podcast, as Mayor Deleo (Archival audio from “A Bomb For Christmas” 2020) Noah, from the TANcast Podcast (NSFW), as Joe McKringleberry (Archival audio from “A Bomb For Christmas” 2020) And Alonso Duralde from LinoleumKnife, Maximum Film, Breakfast All Day, and Deck The Hallmark and author of Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas – Revised and Updated Edition as the Ghost of Christmas Present. Sound Effects palazzo d’accursio xmas band 20121222_181319.mp3 by suonidibologna — https://freesound.org/s/172338/ — License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Kickin’ around the ole’ pigskin.flac by CGEffex — https://freesound.org/s/94172/ — License: Attribution 4.0 JJJ2 96 countdown – cheer.wav by FreqMan — https://freesound.org/s/88002/ — License: Attribution 4.0 Explosion by Iwiploppenisse — https://freesound.org/s/156031/ — License: Attribution 4.0 All other music and sound effects were public domain found at Pixabay.com This made-for-podcast Christmas movie is a work of fiction. Any similarity to actual persons living or dead or actual events is purely coincidental. Copyright 2025 by the Can’t Wait for Christmas Podcast. All rights reserved. Tune in December 9th for A Bomb for Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future Act 3.

In this episode Chris share the best Christmas gift of the season that is sure to make every person on your list happy. Also, Christy didn't bring a W.O.W. and Chris declares it is officially Christmas season

In Episode 48 of The Choral Director's Toolbox, host Dr. William Baker takes a lighthearted but meaningful look at "The Ghosts of Christmas Presents," the sometimes awkward expectations surrounding holiday gift-giving in choirs and music programs. With warmth and humor, Dr. Baker shares lessons learned from experience and offers practical ways to foster genuine gratitude and generosity in the season of giving. This week's listener question tackles concert etiquette. How to help audiences understand and enjoy the concert experience with grace and good manners. Today's inspiration is Donald Fraser's elegant setting of "This Christmastide" (Jessye's Carol), performed by The William Baker Festival Singers from their album Images of Wonder. Join us for an episode full of warmth and wisdom for the holiday season.

A dollmaker works late into the evening to repair a broken doll. Outside, London's fog presses against the windows. Inside, in the dim workshop light, something moves among the shelves—something that shouldn't move at all. "The Doll's Ghost" first appeared in The Undesired Princess collection (1897), later included in Wandering Ghosts (1911). F. Marion Crawford (1854-1909): American novelist resident in Italy, author of historical romances and supernatural tales praised by M.R. James for their atmospheric restraint. Christmas Presents! Buy my Christmas Ghost Stories as a paperback as a present for some who likes Christmas ghost stories, or who might be persuaded. https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=MxXXCglWV2Uu4L9ArK8eIz8rexI8huhrBketkRcyMfh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're off this week, but to celebrate the start of the holiday season, enjoy a replay of The Ultimate Christmas Present!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Maine man allegedly squeezed through a bathroom window, carefully unwrapped all of a family's Christmas gifts a full month early, then fell asleep on their couch — and when confronted, couldn't explain why.READ or SHARE: https://weirddarkness.com/maine-grinch-unwraps-christmas-presentsWeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.#WeirdDarkness #TrueCrime #MaineCrime #ChristmasGrinch #BizarreCrime #HolidayCrime #StrangeNews #RealLifeGrinch #WeirdNews #CrimeStories

On this episode, we bring you a special presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future.” We will be releasing a new act every Tuesday until Christmas! Brief Synopsis: Last year, detective Tracy Chabert helped her partner, Holly, foil a plot to blow up a small town Christmas festival. This Christmas, someone is out to get revenge on Holly and it’s up to Tracy to save her…and she’ll be getting a little help from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future. It’s the movie that answers the question no one asked, “What would happen if you combined Die Hard 2 an A Christmas Carol?” Download here! 00:00 – 00:20 Intro 00:20 – 11:57 Act 1 11:57 – 14:00 Credits “We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Band “Jingle Bells” Performed by Kristen Nowicki (The embedded player for the episode is bellow the credits) A Bomb for Christmas 2: Past Present and Future Act 1 was written directed and produced by Tim Babb Cast: Kiki Cronin as Tracy Chabert Dynelle Babb as Holly McTiernan Brendan Scherb as Bobby McTiernan Jeffery Cronin as the Russian Voice Trish Healey as Betty Tim Dumont as the Plane Captain With special podcaster guest stars… Jacklyn Collier from Deck the Hallmark as Candice Mike Westfall, from the Advent Calendar House podcast, as Captain Willis Edward Frizzelle from That's Hindsight as George Gerry D from Totally Rad Christmas as Bert Sean Sotka from the Christmas Podcasts Podcast as Ernie And Brian Earl from Christmas Past and author of Of Christmases Long, Long Ago: Surprising Traditions from Christmas Past as the Ghost of Christmas Past Deck the Halls A was performed by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Used under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License All other music and sound effects were public domain found at Pixabay.com This made-for-podcast Christmas movie is a work of fiction. Any similarity to actual persons living or dead or actual events is purely coincidental. Copyright 2025 by the Can’t Wait for Christmas Podcast. All rights reserved. Tune in December 2nd for A Bomb for Christmas 2: Past, Present, and Future Act 2.

Need help buying a Christmas gift for that Star Wars fanatic in your life and don't know what to get?  Fear not, Stuart, Jez and Dan return to make your task easier with this festive available gift guide. The boys look at a host of areas of Star Wars, discussing Hot Toys, Lego, The Vintage Collection, The Retro Collection, The Black Series and a host of other items, whether you're looking for stocking fillers or main gifts, this guide has you covered. As well as the guide the team also discuss several recent items in modern Star Wars collecting, as they look at the recent Lego Death Star, the Haslab project getting backed late and the beautiful Han Bespin Hot Toy. There is something for everyone in this fun filled festive Star Wars guide. Enjoy the show!!!

Catch up with Ansen, Isaac and Zoe this week to hear about the infamous box of cables, BBQ in space, and playing hide and seek with Christmas Presents.

The “Stars on 45” edition features Eve’s Christmas Presents (details below), Nick Daman on Formula 1, news of John Force’s retirement and John Dagys, with The Double Stint, joining the RSL stable.

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Holidays in a blended family don't have to be stressful! In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David dive into real-life stories and practical tips on how to navigate gift-giving, family traditions, and finances during the holiday season as a blended family. Listeners will learn how to handle common issues like kids comparing presents, managing in-law expectations with step-grandkids, and avoiding "gift competition" between households. Lori and David reveal their own strategies for dividing up gift responsibilities, setting realistic gift budgets, and creating flexible holiday traditions that don't revolve around a specific date, but focus on making lasting memories together. You'll also pick up clever ideas for dealing with uneven schedules, supplementing grandparent gifts, and why sometimes it's okay to buy your own present and wrap it up! Lori and David share plenty of personal experiences and advice every blended family can relate to. Don't miss their heartfelt take on giving back during the holidays and the importance of gratitude, even when things aren't "Hallmark perfect." Tune in for laughs, thoughtful insights, and a powerful reminder: Christmas is about the love and memories you create, not just the gifts you give. Enjoyed the show?

This week is presented by "Dial It Back", available now on Prime Video. This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth! Use promo code HALLMARK to get 40% off at cozyearth.com--Brian is back to review a brand-new holiday movie that fans have been buzzing about: Christmas Above the Clouds. Featuring the return of an Erin Krakow and Tyler Hynes pairing, this movie is a little Christmas magic at 30,000 feet.ABOUT CHRISTMAS ABOVE THE CLOUDSWorkaholic CEO Ella Neezer tries to skip Christmas by boarding a flight to Australia. But her plan takes an unexpected turn when she is visited by three quirky spirits representing her past, present, and future — and she finds herself face-to-face with her ex-fiancé Jake. As Ella navigates these encounters, she's forced to confront the choices that prioritized success over connection, ultimately rediscovering love, compassion, and the true meaning of Christmas.AIR DATE & NETWORK FOR CHRISTMAS ABOVE THE CLOUDSNovember 8, 2025 | Hallmark ChannelCAST & CREW OF CHRISTMAS ABOVE THE CLOUDSErin Krakow as Ella NeezerTyler Hynes as JakeDirected by Peter BensonBRAN'S CHRISTMAS ABOVE THE CLOUDS SYNOPSISMeet Ella Neezer — a certified holiday grump. She runs a fancy-pants travel company and all of her employees hate her. It's Christmas Eve, but she could not care less. The new ad campaign isn't good enough and she wants improvements by the 26th. “I'm not saying you have to work on Christmas… it just has to be better by then.” Very chill.Ella and her assistant Bobbi head to the airport to catch a flight to Australia so Ella can skip Christmas entirely — even though Bobbi has a son, Tim, that she'd clearly rather be home with. On the way, Ella's sister calls trying to convince her to come home for Christmas. Absolutely not. Ella looks at a photo of her mentor, Marlene Jacobson, and for a second it looks like Marlene is moving. Weird, but let's brush that off.At the airport, Ella bumps into her ex-boyfriend Jake — the one she broke up with six years ago today. Even worse? He's seated right next to her on the plane.The plane takes off and suddenly things get spooky. Lights flicker. Window shades go up and down. And then — Marlene Jacobson appears on the seat-back screen to haunt her. She announces that Ella will be visited by three spirits. Buckle up, bucko.Ella falls asleep and is woken by the Ghost of Christmas Past, who is obviously a flight attendant. She shoves Ella out of the plane (casual) and Ella lands in her own childhood. She sees herself and her sister stuck at boarding school over Christmas. Then she jumps to college, where she meets young Jake, the cute librarian who gives her his scarf. They were happy once! Next, she sees an old company Christmas party — back when her employees liked her — and she and Jake are very in love. We get a memory montage: years together. He even proposes at Christmas. But as her career ramps up under Marlene, Ella gets busier, misses more time, and eventually the relationship breaks. She watches herself end it, placing the ring down. Finally, she sees herself snapping at Bobbi last year when Bobbi needed to rush home to her sick son. It hurts.Ella wakes back up on the plane and apologizes to Jake for all the Christmases she worked through. She could have done better.Then comes the Ghost of Christmas Present, who takes her to a bar where her employees are having their own mini Christmas party — and talking about how much they dislike her. Ouch. They visit Ella's sister's house, where her sister wishes Ella could just share in the joy. Ella sticks around long enough to remember how fun Christmas used to be. They visit Jake's charity, which is thriving. There's a woman clearly into him. Ella is jealous. They stop by his old friends' annual “Dive Bar Christmas” — the tradition Ella used to love. She misses those days. Then they visit Bobbi's house — Tim is sick with asthma, and the family resents Ella… until Tim says he's thankful for Miss Neezer because the job helps afford his medicine. Ella is crushed.Back to the plane she goes. Bobbi's asleep, so Ella goes to talk to Jake instead.Finally, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come arrives. Ella sees her employees talking like someone is gone — but who? At her sister's house, everyone is dressed in black. Jake shows up with flowers. Someone has died. Eventually, Ella realizes Jake gave up on love. Then she sees Bobbi's home. Tim's chair is empty. And then — she sees her own grave. She's devastated, begging for a chance to change.Suddenly — she's back on the plane. The flight has landed in Utah due to engine trouble. Coincidentally, her sister lives in Utah. It's Christmas morning (technically 1 AM).Ella snaps into action. She tells Bobbi she's getting a promotion, double salary, the best health insurance imaginable, and a first-class flight home to be with Tim. Bobbi is stunned.Ella and Jake go to breakfast. Ella tells him she doesn't want to go through life alone — especially not without him. She apologizes — sincerely. They slow dance. He dips her. They kiss BIG ONES.They surprise her sister. Ella apologizes for not being the sister she should have been. They spend Christmas together. Jake tells Ella he loves her. She tells him she's always loved him — some might say it was always you. They kiss again.Bobbi FaceTimes. Tim says, “God bless us, everyone.”The end.