Podcasts about Clausen

Points & Miles with Matt Clausen | Rove Stacking, Wells Fargo Cards, JetBlue Premier, and Getting Started Justin Vacula welcomes Matt Clausen to the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast for a conversation about getting started with points and miles, smart card strategy, and some of today's more interesting opportunities in travel rewards. Recorded on May 11, 2026, this episode covers beginner-friendly advice, recent credit card news, and redemption examples that show how valuable the hobby can be. Justin and Matt begin by talking about meeting at Justin's Willow Grove, Pennsylvania meetup before getting into one of the most interesting topics in the episode: Rove stacking. Matt shares how he got started in points and miles, beginning with the Chase Sapphire Reserve, and explains how his card strategy has evolved over time. The discussion includes his current setup with Hilton cards, Chase cards, JetBlue cards, and Wells Fargo cards, along with examples of successful redemptions, including a Wyndham stay booked through Wells Fargo's 1:2 transfer ratio to Wyndham Rewards. 00:00 Podcast intro theme 00:32 Meet Matt Clausen 01:31 Rove stacking explained 03:05 Matt's points and miles origin story 06:15 Starting and navigating Chase rules 08:06 Rebuilding a card strategy 09:50 Best redemptions so far 11:11 Europe trip planning 13:16 Card issuer realities 14:19 Amex Graphite discussion 15:41 Support the show 19:48 Why Wells Fargo may be underrated 25:04 JetBlue Premier card discussion 30:07 Convincing the skeptics 35:01 Wrap-up and where to find Matt 35:49 Outro and credits —

David: Faith, Failure, and the Pursuit of GodDavid is one of the most well-known figures in Scripture—a shepherd, a warrior, a king, and a man after God's own heart. But his story is not just one of victory; it is also marked by failure, brokenness, and repentance. In this series, we'll walk through the life of David to discover what it means to pursue God in every season—when we are chosen, when we are tested, when we fail, and when we are restored. Series Memory Verse – Psalm 63:1"O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water."Pastor Kenny White preaches from the Shakopee Campus.

David: Faith, Failure, and the Pursuit of GodDavid is one of the most well-known figures in Scripture—a shepherd, a warrior, a king, and a man after God's own heart. But his story is not just one of victory; it is also marked by failure, brokenness, and repentance. In this series, we'll walk through the life of David to discover what it means to pursue God in every season—when we are chosen, when we are tested, when we fail, and when we are restored. Series Memory Verse – Psalm 63:1"O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water."Friendship Church Missionary Nathan Johnson preaches from the Prior Lake Campus.

Join us this week for the first message in our new series, "New Self," with Pastor Jared Clausen.

David: Faith, Failure, and the Pursuit of GodDavid is one of the most well-known figures in Scripture—a shepherd, a warrior, a king, and a man after God's own heart. But his story is not just one of victory; it is also marked by failure, brokenness, and repentance. In this series, we'll walk through the life of David to discover what it means to pursue God in every season—when we are chosen, when we are tested, when we fail, and when we are restored. Series Memory Verse – Psalm 63:1"O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water."Pastor Kenny White preaches from the Shakopee Campus.

David: Faith, Failure, and the Pursuit of GodDavid is one of the most well-known figures in Scripture—a shepherd, a warrior, a king, and a man after God's own heart. But his story is not just one of victory; it is also marked by failure, brokenness, and repentance. In this series, we'll walk through the life of David to discover what it means to pursue God in every season—when we are chosen, when we are tested, when we fail, and when we are restored. Series Memory Verse – Psalm 63:1"O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water."Pastor Matt Clausen preaches from the Prior Lake Campus.

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Matt Clausen preaches from the Shakopee Campus.

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Kenny White preaches from the Prior Lake Campus.

Freiheit gehört zu den zentralen Kategorien neuzeitlichen Denkens – und zugleich zu den umstrittensten Begriffen in der theologischen Anthropologie. In dieser Folge gehen wir der Frage nach, wie christlicher Glaube und Freiheit zusammengedacht werden können: nicht als Gegensatz, sondern als innere Einheit.

Der Name wurde immerhin einstimmig gewählt!

"Naturspektakel im Norden". Die Aurora Borealis fasziniert seit jeher die Menscheit. Doch was passiert da eigentlich genau?In dieser Folge von „Darf's ein bisschen Chemie sein?“ geht es um Sonnenwinde, Magnetfelder und leuchtende Atmosphärenchemie. Du erfährst, warum Polarlichter entstehen, wieso sie unterschiedliche Farben haben, was der Kp-Index bedeutet und welche Rolle Polarlichter in der aktuellen Forschung rund um Space Weather spielen.Außerdem gibt's persönliche Aurora-Hunting-Storys aus Nordschweden, inklusive Nachtzug, Wolkenfrust und Polarlicht-Apps!Bock auf Aurora-Feeling daheim? Mit dieser Lampe kannst du dir, wie ich, die Aurora an die Zimmerdecke projizieren (Affiliate-Link).Quellenhttps://physikerinnen.de/wie-entstehen-polarlichter/ (letzter Aufruf 14.05.2026)Liou, K. (2013). Global Auroral Response to Interplanetary Media with Emphasis on Solar Wind Dynamic Pressure Enhancements. Geophysical monograph, 167, 197-212.Hwang, K., Nishimura, Y., Coster, A., Gillies, R., Fear, R., Fuselier, S., Petrinec, S., Burch, J., Dokgo, K., Sibeck, D., Giles, B., Russell, C., Strangeway, R., Gershman, D., Pollock, C., Khotyaintsev, Y., Torbert, R., Ergun, R., Moen, J., & Clausen, L. (2020). Sequential Observations of Flux Transfer Events, Poleward‐Moving Auroral Forms, and Polar Cap Patches. Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics, 125. Bhaskar, A., Pradeep, J., Narendranath, S., Nandy, D., Vaidya, B., Hari, P., Thampi, S., Yadav, V., Vichare, G., Raghav, A., Chakrabarty, D., Thampi, R., & Pant, T. (2024). AuroraMag: Twin Explorer of Asymmetry in Aurora and Solar Wind-Magnetosphere Coupling. Advances in Space Research.Wang, C., Branduardi‐Raymont, G., Escoubet, C., & Forsyth, C. (2025). Solar Wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer (SMILE): Science and Mission Overview. Space Science Reviews, 221. Thakur, S. "Atomic emission spectroscopy." Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy, 2020.

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Matt Clausen preaches from the Prior Lake Campus.

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Kenny White preaches from the Shakopee Campus.

Join us this week for the first message in our new series, "Money with Meaning," with Pastor Jared Clausen.

Hvis Mikkel Høberg og Oliver Thorup Payne tog dig med bukserne nede sidste semester, så skal du følge med i SPURGT om torsdagen!SPURGT er dit nye yndlings politiske yap-program på Radio Genlüd. Mød en ny gæst med noget på hjerte hver eneste uge. Alle har en holdning, og alle holdninger kommer et sted fra. Derfor zoomer SPURGT ind på, hvor vores gæster kommer fra, før vi kan finde ud af, hvad de kæmper for.Hvorfor skal solceller være på taget? Hvorfor vækker jernmarkerne så store følelser? Hvad betyder det egentlig at være 2. viceborgmester i Aarhus Kommune? Lyt til SPURGT for få svaret! Denne uges gæst er Jakob Søgaard Clausen som sidder i kommunalbestyrelsen i Aarhus Kommune og regionsrådet i Region Midtjylland for Danmarksdemokraterne.

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Devil Wears Prada 2 er ein af stóru myndum vorsins, Hera Guðmundsdóttir, hönnuður og blaðamaður lestarinnar fór að sjá hana á dögunum og fór í kjölfarið að velta fyrir sér tískuprentmiðlum. Myndin er sjálfstætt framhald fyrstu myndarinnar, sem kom út fyrir tveimur áratugum, Devil Wears Prada. Sú mynd byggir á bók sem fyrrum aðstoðarkona Önnu Wintour skrifaði. Hera ræddi við Önnu Clausen sem er listrænn stjórnandi og aðjúnkt við fatahönnunardeild Listaháskólans. Við kíkjum í heimsókn á Grandann, þar eru meðlimir tóma rýmisins í óða önn að koma sér fyrir í nýju húsnæði. Tóma rýmið var áður til húsa í Skerjafirðinum, en starfseminn sprengdi það húsnæði utan af sér. í tóma rýminu eru sviðslistir iðkaðar og er það rekið af sjálfstætt starfandi sviðslistafólki.

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Matt Clausen preaches from the Prior Lake Campus.

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Kenny White preaches from the Shakopee Campus.

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Kenny White preaches from the Prior Lake Campus.

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Matt Clausen preaches from the Shakopee Campus.

Recorded April 21, 2026   Our second interview is with one of our cohosts, Jini Clausen AKA Ms Jindependent. She brings her unique numbers and stats perspective to our season summary.     #ALLCAPS

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Kenny White preaches from the Prior Lake Campus.

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Matt Clausen preaches from the Shakopee Campus.

Join us this week for the third message in our series, "The Secret Sauce," with Pastor Jared Clausen.

Looking for work is tough for anyone, but for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), the barriers can be even higher. This week on Pushing Limits, we take you inside the world of supported employment and the real impact it has on people's lives.  Jason (left) and Josh (right) Dominick Trevethan and Josh Elwood sit down with Jason Shaw, Director of Supported Employment and Josh's job coach at Clausen House in Oakland. Together, they talk about what Clausen House actually does, how job coaching works behind the scenes, and why meaningful employment can be life-changing with the help of Josh's lived experience as a person with an IDD.  What does it really take to help someone land — and keep — a job? What challenges still exist for people with IDD seeking employment? And what happens when the right support finally clicks? Tune in to find out.   Plus, join us as we celebrate an anniversary of the popular phrase “Inspiration Porn” with excerpts from Stella Young's famous TED talk explaining the term.  This program is hosted by Dominick Trevethan. It was produced and edited by Josh Elwood, Adrienne Lauby, and Dominick Trevethan. Recording assistance provided by Denny Daughters.  The post Clausen House & The Job Coach Connection – Pushing Limits – April 24, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Wie viel Streit verträgt eine offene Gesellschaft – und was passiert, wenn religiöse Überzeugungen auf eine zunehmend polarisierte Öffentlichkeit treffen? Dieser Vortrag ist auf unserer diesjährigen Begründet-Glauben-Konferenz in Heimsheim entstanden!

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Kenny White preaches from the Shakopee Campus.

So That You May Believe Sermon SeriesJesus did hundreds and hundreds of miracles during His ministry. In his gospel, John says that if he were to write about all of them the whole world could not contain all the writings. John didn't write about every amazing thing Jesus did, but he chose seven miracles to focus on in his gospel that serve as signs of Jesus identity. As we study these seven accounts we can't help but be amazed at the authority, power and compassion of the Son of God, and we celebrate the ways we see His work in our lives. Series Memory Verse – John 20:30-31"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name."Pastor Matt Clausen preaches from the Prior Lake Campus.

This week we're excited to present a conversation with the team behind the opening night selection of this year's New Directors/New Films. Presented by Film at Lincoln Center and The Museum of Modern Art, the 55th edition of New Directors/New Films takes place April 8-19, with many filmmakers scheduled to attend in person. Get tickets at newdirectors.org The following conversation features Leviticus director Adrian Chiarella and lead actors Joe Bird and Stacy Clausen, moderated by New Directors/New Films selection committee member Madeline Whittle. Sundance favorite Leviticus expounds daringly on the horror-movie truism that sexual desire makes you vulnerable—notably, to gruesome death. Named for the book of the Old Testament used to justify homophobia, the wrenching and terrifying feature debut from Adrian Chiarella begins with Naim (Joe Bird) and Ryan (Stacy Clausen) breaking into an abandoned mill, their matey horseplay soon surrendering to its powerful homoerotic subtext. Fans of Heated Rivalry will appreciate how Chiarella draws out the intuitive connections that form beneath the show of machismo that the young men take pains to maintain for their traditional community—in this case, the provincial Australian town where Naim's mother (Mia Wasikowska in a complex, calibrated performance) has relocated them, dragging him along to a local church's praise meetings in search of fellowship. Gothic iconography lurks in Chiarella's oppressive and foreboding widescreen compositions, and soon, after Ryan and another boy are subjected to a disturbing exorcism intended to cure them of their urges, the community's queer youths, already picked on, begin to be picked off by a spectral killer that appears to them in the form of their forbidden love objects. Ingeniously complicating the deep interrelation between teen sexuality and slasher movie iconography, and staging his set pieces with chilling precision, Chiarella announces himself as a new Aussie horror auteur to stand alongside Jennifer Kent and the Philippous.

Recorded April 5, 2026 (Programming note---episode was recorded before the game vs the NY Rangers) Happy Easter Caps fans! Ms. Jindependent comes back for another week to go over.....another 2-1 week for Our Caps. She also presents a data report going over what might have been if the Power Play performed with Hutson-like efficiency earlier in the season. As always we are looking to have you the Caps fans guest with us and give your unique take on the season. All are welcome.   #ALLCAPS #SportsOTHP #JenayaTalksCaps #SucramsCapitalsOffTheirChain #LockedOnCapitals #TheOfficialCapsChirpPodcast            

Join us this week for our Good Friday service with Pastor Jared Clausen.

Recorded March 29, 2026   Ms. Jindependent Jini Clausen joins us for another week to break down what, at times, was a wild Western trip for Our Caps. As you can imagine with so much to unpack the commentary runs a bit long, but if yoiu're vlowing off steam like we were then you will find it well worth the extra time.   As is her custom, Jini has come up with another key stat breakdown that is worth watching as the Caps finish their season. As always if you want in on the conversation, get in touch with us: glhallowed@yahoo.com.   #ALLCAPS #JenayaTalksCaps #SucramsCapitalsOffTheirChain #LockedOnCapitals #TheOfficialCapsChirpPodcast #SportsOTHP

Join us this week for the twelfth message in our series, "Make Room," with Pastor Jared Clausen.

Recorded March 15, 2026   Ms. Jin-dependent swings in woth the Mermaid on personal holiday. We go over a 2-1-1 wee for Our Caps. Stories include....the ever continuing misadventures of the Power Play, one surprise win and rules and their mispplication that drive us crazy.   Before we begin two bits of good news one non-hockey related and one very much hockey related.  Tune in and enjoy!   #ALLCAPS #SportsOTHP #JenayaTalksCaps #SucramsCapitalsOffTheirChain #TheOfficialCapsChirpPodcast #LockedOnCapitals

Eliot and his wife Claire have been happily married for nearly four decades. They've raised two children in their sleepy Connecticut town and have weathered the inevitable ups and downs of a long life spent together. But eight years after Claire was diagnosed with cancer, the end is near, and it's time to gather loved ones and prepare for the inevitable. Over the years of Claire's illness, Eliot has willingly—lovingly—shifted into the role of caregiver, appreciating the intimacy and tenderness that comes with a role even more layered and complex than the one he performed as a devoted husband. But as he focuses on settling into what will be their last days and weeks together, Claire makes an unexpected request that leaves him reeling. In a moment, his carefully constructed world is shattered. What if your partner's dying wish broke your heart? How well do we know the deepest desires of those we love dearly? As Eliot is confronted with this profound turning point in his marriage and his life, he grapples with the man and husband he's been, and with the great unknowns of Claire's last days. Ann Packer makes a triumphant return with this powerful novel that is tender and raw, visceral and unexpected. Emotionally vibrant and complex, Some Bright Nowhere (Harper Books, 2026) explores the profound gifts and unexpected costs of truly loving someone, and the fears and desires we experience as the end of life draws near. Ann Packer is the author of two best-selling novels, Songs Without Words and The Dive from Clausen's Pier, the latter of which received a Great Lakes Book Award, an American Library Association Award, and the Kate Chopin Literary Award. Her short fiction and essays have appeared in The New Yorker, The Washington Post, Vogue, and Real Simple. Also the author of Mendocino and Other Stories, she lives in northern California with her family. Recommended Books: Loved and Missed, Susie Boyt The Spare Room, Helen Garner Everything/Nothing/Someone, Alice Carrier Chris Holmes is Chair of Literatures in English and Professor at Ithaca College. He writes criticism on contemporary global literatures. His book, Kazuo Ishiguro Against World Literature, is published with Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the co-director of The New Voices Festival, a celebration of work in poetry, prose, and playwriting by up-and-coming young writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eliot and his wife Claire have been happily married for nearly four decades. They've raised two children in their sleepy Connecticut town and have weathered the inevitable ups and downs of a long life spent together. But eight years after Claire was diagnosed with cancer, the end is near, and it's time to gather loved ones and prepare for the inevitable. Over the years of Claire's illness, Eliot has willingly—lovingly—shifted into the role of caregiver, appreciating the intimacy and tenderness that comes with a role even more layered and complex than the one he performed as a devoted husband. But as he focuses on settling into what will be their last days and weeks together, Claire makes an unexpected request that leaves him reeling. In a moment, his carefully constructed world is shattered. What if your partner's dying wish broke your heart? How well do we know the deepest desires of those we love dearly? As Eliot is confronted with this profound turning point in his marriage and his life, he grapples with the man and husband he's been, and with the great unknowns of Claire's last days. Ann Packer makes a triumphant return with this powerful novel that is tender and raw, visceral and unexpected. Emotionally vibrant and complex, Some Bright Nowhere (Harper Books, 2026) explores the profound gifts and unexpected costs of truly loving someone, and the fears and desires we experience as the end of life draws near. Ann Packer is the author of two best-selling novels, Songs Without Words and The Dive from Clausen's Pier, the latter of which received a Great Lakes Book Award, an American Library Association Award, and the Kate Chopin Literary Award. Her short fiction and essays have appeared in The New Yorker, The Washington Post, Vogue, and Real Simple. Also the author of Mendocino and Other Stories, she lives in northern California with her family. Recommended Books: Loved and Missed, Susie Boyt The Spare Room, Helen Garner Everything/Nothing/Someone, Alice Carrier Chris Holmes is Chair of Literatures in English and Professor at Ithaca College. He writes criticism on contemporary global literatures. His book, Kazuo Ishiguro Against World Literature, is published with Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the co-director of The New Voices Festival, a celebration of work in poetry, prose, and playwriting by up-and-coming young writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Eliot and his wife Claire have been happily married for nearly four decades. They've raised two children in their sleepy Connecticut town and have weathered the inevitable ups and downs of a long life spent together. But eight years after Claire was diagnosed with cancer, the end is near, and it's time to gather loved ones and prepare for the inevitable. Over the years of Claire's illness, Eliot has willingly—lovingly—shifted into the role of caregiver, appreciating the intimacy and tenderness that comes with a role even more layered and complex than the one he performed as a devoted husband. But as he focuses on settling into what will be their last days and weeks together, Claire makes an unexpected request that leaves him reeling. In a moment, his carefully constructed world is shattered. What if your partner's dying wish broke your heart? How well do we know the deepest desires of those we love dearly? As Eliot is confronted with this profound turning point in his marriage and his life, he grapples with the man and husband he's been, and with the great unknowns of Claire's last days. Ann Packer makes a triumphant return with this powerful novel that is tender and raw, visceral and unexpected. Emotionally vibrant and complex, Some Bright Nowhere (Harper Books, 2026) explores the profound gifts and unexpected costs of truly loving someone, and the fears and desires we experience as the end of life draws near. Ann Packer is the author of two best-selling novels, Songs Without Words and The Dive from Clausen's Pier, the latter of which received a Great Lakes Book Award, an American Library Association Award, and the Kate Chopin Literary Award. Her short fiction and essays have appeared in The New Yorker, The Washington Post, Vogue, and Real Simple. Also the author of Mendocino and Other Stories, she lives in northern California with her family. Recommended Books: Loved and Missed, Susie Boyt The Spare Room, Helen Garner Everything/Nothing/Someone, Alice Carrier Chris Holmes is Chair of Literatures in English and Professor at Ithaca College. He writes criticism on contemporary global literatures. His book, Kazuo Ishiguro Against World Literature, is published with Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the co-director of The New Voices Festival, a celebration of work in poetry, prose, and playwriting by up-and-coming young writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

Join us this week for the eighth message in our series, "Make Room," with Pastor Jared Clausen.

Ann Packer is the author of four best-selling novels including Some Bright Nowhere, The Children's Crusade, Songs Without Words, and The Dive from Clausen's Pier, which received the Kate Chopin Literary Award among many other prizes and honors. Her short fiction has been published in two collections — Mendocino and Other Stories and Swim Back to Me — and includes stories that appeared in The New Yorker and in the O. Henry Prize Stories anthologies. Ann's work has been translated into over a dozen languages and published around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recorded February 8, 2026   Ms. Jin-dependent Jini Clausen checks in with us in our last episode before the long Olympic break.   After commiserating and complaining about the ongoing hyper winter weather here in the DMV….We take time to put a post mortem on the situation with the Washington Post. In particular we send our best vibes to Bailey Johnson who was until recently the Caps beat writer.   We then recap all 3 games from another winning week...Caps come out 2-1 as the begin their battle to earn a playoffs spot. After the recaps, Jini presents her report on the homework assignment she was given many weeks ago about a key stat for Our Caps. Anna gives her own take from her perspective as well. We like to say this is a one of a kind type of show. Trust me you will want to tune in to this discussion--you will not get it anywhere else.   The show takes a bit of a happy detour admittedly as we have a bit of trouble saying goodbye to you loyal listeners. Among the random subjects tossed out---Tom Wilson (naturally!) the Olympics and especially the performance of the Women's teams in their tournament.   Enjoy the Games! We will see you in a few weeks!     #ALLCAPS #SportsOTHP #JenayaTalksCaps #SucramsCapitalsOffTheirChain #TheOfficialCapsChirpPodcast #LockedOnCapitals    

When Ann Packer's latest novel, Some Bright Nowhere, was chosen by Oprah for her book club last November, we saw what an impact this book was making on so many folks and their experiences with dying loved ones. The book was written in a record four months – in contrast to her novel The Dive from Clausen's Pier which took nearly 10 years. It's a masterclass in subtle conflict, in putting ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, in compressed dialogue that heightens tension, in character change, in point of view decisions. It gave us a lot to pick apart on the craft level. She joined Marrie Stone to talk about it, as well as her 2015 NYT essay Between Books. In addition to Some Bright Nowhere, Ann is the author of three other bestselling novels: The Children's Crusade, Songs Without Words, and The Dive from Clausen's Pier, which received the Kate Chopin Literary Award among many other prizes and honors. Her short fiction has been published in two collections — Mendocino and Other Stories and Swim Back to Me — and includes stories that appeared in The New Yorker and in the O. Henry Prize Stories anthologies. For more information on Writers on Writing and to become a supporter, visit our Patreon page. For a one-time donation, visit Ko-fi. You can find hundreds of past interviews on our website. You can help out the show and indie bookstores by buying books at our bookstore on bookshop.org. It's stocked with titles by our guest authors, as well as our personal favorites. And on Spotify, you'll find an album's worth of typewriter music like what you hear on the show. It's perfect for writing. Look for the artist, Just My Type. Email the show at writersonwritingpodcast@gmail.com. We love to hear from our listeners! (Recorded January 13, 2026) Host: Barbara DeMarco-Barrett Host: Marrie Stone Music: Travis Barrett (Stream his music on Spotify, Apple Music, Etc.)

Join us this week for the fourth message in our series, "Make Room," with Pastor Jared Clausen.

Kandace Crystal, Director of Donna Orbits the Moon at Scripps Ranch Theater, and Susan Clausen, the play's sole performer, chat about the one-woman show that will run from January 25 to February 15.  The play is about a Minnesota housewife dealing with a significant life event. Cyrstal and Clausen discuss the play's themes of empathy, humor, and the challenges of portraying a Midwestern accent. They also emphasize the importance of theater for youth, highlighting the skills and empathy it fosters. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Join us this week for the third message in our series, "Christmas with the Prophets," with Pastor Jared Clausen.

Join us this week for the second message in our series, "Christmas with the Prophets," with Pastor Jared Clausen.

Recorded December 6, 2025   Ms Jin-dependent herself, Jini Clausen joins me for an analysis of the Caps recent road trip to.....California! Two wins and an SO loss (mini rant is included) ain't bad!   As is her specialty, she also comes up with some figures that should get all Caps fans thinking. Hint---it's not always WHO scores the goals but WHEN they are scored!   Interested in having your High School aged student learn about how to become financially knowledgeable in today's world? Contact Empowering Education today! Our eight week course will give them to tools to navigate financial aspects that come up in the real world making them better able to handle the challeges of the economy.   #ALLCAPS #SportsOTHP #SucramsCapitalsOffTheirChain #JenayaTalksCaps #TheOfficialCapsChirpPodcast #LockedOnCapitals      

Join us this week for the first message in our new series, "Christmas with the Prophets," with Pastor Jared Clausen.

Ann Packer is the author of six works of fiction, including the bestselling novels The Children's Crusade and The Dive from Clausen's Pier, which received the Kate Chopin Literary Award, among many other honors. In this episode, Annmarie and Ann discuss Ann's new book, SOME BRIGHT NOWHERE, a novel about all the messy, complicated, beautiful, and impossible decisions when it comes to end-of-life care for someone you love.  Episode Sponsors: Prairie Lights Books – Iowa City's premier indie bookstore since 1978. Perhaps the strength of our reputation lies in the reading series of local, national and international writers who have read their works which were broadcast live on stations WSUI and WOI and which was the only regular literary series of its kind. All of this could not have been possible without a loyal customer base and a dedicated staff. Learn more or shop online at prairielights.com. Green Apple Books – In San Francisco, connecting curious readers to great books since 1967. Browsing at Green Apple is a unique experience. From our handmade signs and book recommendations to the many nooks and crannies, you can both get lost in here and find serendipity. Our friendly, well-read employees also stand ready to help you in any way. For your next great read, stop by or go to greenapplebooks.com. Writing by Ann Packer  Some Bright Nowhere Swim Back to Me Mendocino and Other Stories The Children's Crusade  Songs Without Words The Dive from Clausen's Pier Other Titles Mentioned in This Episode: Loved and Missed, by Susie Boyt And here's a recipe for butterscotch pudding from Gjelina in Venice. Follow Ann Packer: Instagram: @annpacker Facebook: @annpacker **Writing Workshops:  If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing together, please consider the opportunities below.  For women interested in an online Saturday morning writing circle, you can sign up here or message Annmarie to learn more.  If you're interested in growing your own practice as a writing instructor, you can learn more about an upcoming teacher training class here. And if you're interested in traveling with your writing practice, Annmarie will be leading workshops in Santa Fe, NM and Paris, France in 2026. Reservations for both open soon. Photo Credit: Beowulf Sheehan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices