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What can you learn about your new brother-in-law while spending hours in a hunting blind? In this episode, we introduce the newest member of the family, Christian Catalayud, as he shares how he's growing a relationship with his new brothers-in-law, Chris Alessi and Chris Muina.Christian married Gaby Alessi in October 2025, and over the first few months of their marriage, Christian has been introduced to the blessed but sometimes topsy-turvy world of being married into ministry.  You'll hear a candid conversation about what it's like to be welcomed into the Alessi family—especially through marriage and brotherhood. With fresh stories from Thanksgiving hunting trips, heartfelt moments of bonding in hunting blinds and stands, and plenty of laughs, the guys reveal the unique dynamic that unfolds when new members join a tight-knit family.From hilarious hunting adventures to navigating the ups and downs of family traditions, this episode offers real insight into the importance of honor, mutual respect, and intentional connection. Plus, Christian opens up about becoming the newest brother-in-law and what it's like having your pastor become your father-in-law. Whether you're part of a big family or just trying to create meaningful relationships, you'll find plenty to relate to here—because, as always, family is everybody's business!Support the showJoin our Podience Textline! You can connect with us via text to ask questions and get updates! Text FAMILY to 302-524-0800 Get our TFB Newsletter Join our TFB Newsletter and get more inside news from the Alessis + tips and strategies for a happier family! Get free access to the newsletter Support the Family Business Follow Us on Instagram and Facebook Subscribe on YouTube Leave a review Listen to the Alessi sisters' daily devotional podcast My Morning Devotional Follow Our New Podcast with Mary Alessi and her twin sister Martha Munizzi Watch The Mary and Martha Show

How can we contextualize the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro? Today on Connections, we're dedicating both hours to the subject.First, we sit down with local Venezuelans to discuss their feelings about this seismic event.In studio: Heiddy Awais, psychologist and community wellness advocate Kelly Tovar Mullaney, web designer, web producer, and president of Working Art Media Then, we're joined by University of Rochester political science professor Hein Goemans, who examines the implications of the Trump administration's incursion into Venezuela.In studio:Hein Goemans, Ph.D., author of “War and Punishment” and "Leaders and International Conflict," and professor of political science and director of the Peter D. Watson Center for Conflict and Cooperation at the University of Rochester--Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NL6RCFsiVgIn this detailed whiteboard-style episode, we explore the superior colliculus within the mesencephalon (midbrain) and its critical role in the autistic phenotype. Focusing on rapid visual processing, we explain how ~15% of retinal fibers bypass the thalamus to directly reach the superior colliculus for fast gaze orientation and saccades, while heightened gamma waves and imbalanced feedforward/feedback loops contribute to sensory overload, delayed eye movements, and challenges in attention modulation. Connections to the thalamus, frontal eye fields, basal ganglia, and cranial nerves are mapped out, underscoring the midbrain's evolutionary primacy in sensory integration, motor control, and external orientation—highlighting why disruptions here profoundly impact autistic neurology.Daylight Computer Company, use "autism" for $50 off at https://buy.daylightcomputer.com/autismChroma Light Devices, use "autism" for 10% discount at https://getchroma.co/?ref=autismFig Tree Christian Golf Apparel & Accessories, use "autism" for 10% discount at https://figtreegolf.com/?ref=autismCognity AI for Autistic Social Skills, use "autism" for 10% discount at https://thecognity.com00:00 Mesencephalon in Autism Midbrain issues in autism: eye movements (superior colliculus), hearing (inferior colliculus), motor (basal ganglia links)01:04 Brainstem Diagram Diagram: inferior colliculus (auditory, green); superior colliculus (visual relay, red); thalamus with geniculate bodies02:09 Retinal Projections Melanin-rich retina → ~15% direct fibers to superior colliculus for fast gaze/orientation; rest to lateral geniculate03:41 Superior Colliculus Outputs Descending to cranial nerves 3/4/6 (eyes), 9-12 (head), vagus (10); rapid visual-motor responses05:33 Thalamus Protection Thalamus sensory hub; protected by inhibitory TRN shell (parvalbumin/somatostatin, GABA-A/B)08:11 Sensory Filtering Risk TRN filters overload; poor filtering in autism risks schizophrenia-like sensory flood10:03 Fast Pathway to Frontal Eye Fields Retina → superior colliculus → pulvinar → mediodorsal thalamus → frontal eye fields; gamma-driven speed in autism12:24 Cortical Links Superior colliculus connects to V1-V5, somatosensory, sensory-motor cortex; delayed feedback in autism15:05 Basal Ganglia Role Superior colliculus → substantia nigra reticulata & globus pallidus interna; fast outputs, delayed feedback affects saccades17:37 Mesencephalon Core Functions Sensory integration (via thalamus/cerebellum); motor control (basal ganglia); external attention orientation20:08 Brain Waves in Autism Autism: high gamma dominance vs. typical alpha/beta; theta-gamma coupling for task switching often overwhelmed21:14 Midbrain Evolutionary Note Mesencephalon (functional core) not anatomically middle; later cortex can interfere with its precise roles.X: https://x.com/rps47586YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGxEzLKXkjppo3nqmpXpzuAemail: info.fromthespectrum@gmail.com

Send us a textNew year, new goals… but how many of us actually prioritize professional development as a resolution?Most people jump into January thinking about eating better, working out more, maybe saving some money or getting more sleep. And those are all important. But here's something that often gets left off the list—and it might be the most important investment you can make: developing yourself as a leader, and investing in the growth of your team.If that hasn't made it onto your list of resolutions, I'm going to make the case for why it should be. In fact, I'd argue it might be the single most strategic move you can make this year—for yourself, your organization, and your team.Whether you're a physician leader, an operations executive, or a practice administrator, staying stagnant is not an option. The world of healthcare is simply changing too fast. The workforce is demanding more than just a paycheck. And organizations that don't evolve—well, they start to fall behind pretty quickly.Today, we're diving into the “why” and the “how” of professional development in 2026: how to get started, what it can look like, and how to avoid the all-too-common trap of underinvesting in your own growth—and that of the people around you.Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill's company, Health e Practices' website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: http://21978609.hs-sites.com/newletter-subscriber Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice. 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Find it here: https://healtheps.com/physicians-edge-mastering-business-finance-in-your-medical-practice/  Purchase your copy of Jill's book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig's website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/

Ryan Wiggins breaks down alleged foreign interference in U.S. elections, tracing Dominion and Smartmatic software back to Hugo Chavez in Venezuela and its potential impact on the 2020 election. He discusses affidavits, whistleblowers, and ongoing investigations, connecting these issues to the recent Maduro capture. Wiggins also reflects on election integrity, the risks of electronic voting, and previews his Wiggins America broadcasts. #ElectionIntegrity #Venezuela #Maduro #Dominion #Smartmatic #RyanWiggins #MarkCoxMorningShow

A single Spotify comment sparked a bigger question: Does networking actually help musicians, or are you on your own? In this episode, Marc breaks down networking tips for beginners who want real results without feeling fake, awkward, or salesy. If you've ever wondered how to network as a beginner, or asked yourself “what is not an example of professional networking?”, this conversation offers a clear, no-cringe reset you can use immediately.We start by reframing what professional networking really is, and what it isn't. Blind DMs, copy-paste promo, and asking for favours from strangers? Not examples of professional networking. Instead, Marc explains why trust, context, and consistency matter more than follower counts, and answers common beginner questions like “how do beginners network with no connections?” and “how do you network without sounding fake?” Talent only opens doors when people know you exist and trust your work—and that trust is built through small, human interactions.From there, we get practical. You'll learn how to start networking as a beginner using warm introductions, why they outperform cold outreach, and the exact low-pressure question that often unlocks a new contact. We break down online networking tips for beginners, including how to engage publicly before sending a DM, how to pick one platform to focus on, and how to write short, natural messages that don't feel awkward or transactional. This is especially useful if you're asking, “How do I network when I hate networking?” or “How do introverts network effectively?”We also map out where networking actually works: Discord servers, curated group chats, niche forums, gigs, workshops, and meetups, and how to spot high-signal spaces without burning time. You'll get a simple weekly networking cadence beginners can stick to: two helpful public interactions, one thoughtful DM, and one introduction you make for someone else. It's a sustainable way to build a professional network from scratch, especially for producers, artists, and creatives.As we look ahead to 2026, we're doubling down on in-person connections, studio sessions, and conversations that start with curiosity, not promotion. Consider this your nudge to reach out to one person this week simply to acknowledge their work. If you're looking for beginner-friendly networking strategies that actually lead to collaborations, gigs, and momentum, this episode shows you how to start, without being awkward, fake, or pushy.If the ideas land, share this episode with a producer friend, subscribe for more practical breakdowns, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway. Who's one warm introduction you'll ask for this week?Send me a messageSupport the showWays to connect with Marc: Book your FREE Music Breakthrough Strategy Call Radio-ready mixes start here - get the FREE weekly tips Follow Marc's Socials: Instagram | YouTube | Synth Music Mastering Thanks for listening!! Try Riverside for FREE

Summary In this episode of Goals Do Come True, Doug Bennett interviews Behdad Jamshidi, who shares his journey from engineering to entrepreneurship and marketing. Behdad discusses the importance of setting goals, building relationships, and understanding the dynamics of entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the need for self-awareness in human connections and offers insights into effective marketing strategies. The conversation also touches on the challenges of balancing multiple roles and the significance of adapting goals as circumstances change. Behdad's future aspirations include speaking engagements and sharing his knowledge on human connection. Takeaways Behdad transitioned from engineering to marketing to bridge the gap between businesses and marketing agencies. He initially set a goal to earn $10,000 a month but faced challenges in achieving it. After three years, he adjusted his goal and successfully 10x his business revenue. Building relationships and networking played a crucial role in his business growth. Understanding oneself is key to forming deeper human connections. The ladder of entrepreneurship involves moving from solopreneur to managing a team. Goals should guide you but can be adjusted as opportunities arise. Effective marketing requires a multi-channel approach and building credibility. Automation and outsourcing can significantly save time and increase efficiency. Behdad aims to share his insights on human connection through speaking engagements. Get In Touch with Behdad LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/behdadjamshidi/ Website - https://cjammarketing.com/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Goals and Marketing Connections 01:59 The Journey from Engineering to Marketing 04:27 The Turning Point: From Side Hustle to Full-Time 09:23 Understanding the Entrepreneurial Ladder 13:03 The Importance of Enjoying the Process 14:21 Setting Big Goals and Human Connection 16:27 Building Deep Connections in Less Than 10 Minutes 23:43 Building a Speaking Network 28:56 Marketing Strategies for Growth 38:06 Goal Setting Insights VALUABLE RESOURCES Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here: https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success BOOKS: Goals Do Come True is available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z Think Simple, Win Big is available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

We sit down with Michael Solis, executive director of Writers & Books. Solis is an author and international development professional who has worked across the globe. He took the helm of the literary nonprofit in September. As a new year unfolds, Solis joins us to discuss his vision for Writers & Books and how it will impact the community. We also explore the state of the current literary industry and what it means for readers and writers. In studio:Michael Solis, executive director of Writers & Books--Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

An increasing number of American boys and young men are “t-maxxing” — taking testosterone when they don't have a medical reason. They are motivated by social media influencers who tend to say that marriage is for weak men, physical dominance is key, and environmental and social concerns are not masculine. But surveys show that young men are struggling badly. An upcoming event focuses on these struggles. Our guests examine the issues: Joseph Henderson, Ph.D., visiting faculty member at the University of Vermont  Shawndel N. Fraser, environmental psychologist and field researcher --Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

In our fast-paced, distracted and screen-filled world, connecting with people - even our family and friends - in a meaningful way can be challenging. In this episode, Christy Murphy and Briana G. explore the benefits of developing positive connections, the challenges we experience trying to make those connections, and ways to overcome some of those challenges. If you are open to making positive connections in your life - welcome. This episode of The Positive View Podcast is for you. 

Relationships are constantly teaching us—if we're willing to listen and grow. In this honest and insightful episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, I'm sharing the 3 most transformative relationship lessons I learned in 2025 that completely changed how I show up in my connections, communicate with others, and build healthier, more authentic relationships.For further resources:Emotional intelligence:Grab more from Robin here:ei-matters digital magazine ⁠⁠https://ei-matters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠https://emotional.intelligence.courses⁠⁠Develop your Emotional Intelligence (Free book) - ⁠⁠https://emotional.intelligence.courses/courses/free-book⁠Pushing through life's challenges, check out Jose's book here:Grab Jose's book here:⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/FIDO-FORGET-Jos%C3%A9-F-Morillo-ebook/dp/B0F2SFHTL7⁠Interested in writing or fictional stories? Check out Steve's work here: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Sixth-Man-Missing-Steven-Meeker/dp/B0FQ4JVQ1N

On this New Year's Eve 2025, we take a trip back to visit our origin story, chat about all the things, and look forward to 2026! But, FIRST thank you to all our listeners, guests, friends, clients and family for your support of The Parlour with Lori and Lisa as we celebrate this 100th episode! Thank you, Zoom for making it easy to connect and record our episodes, and Buzzsprout for their user friendly platform for us to post our shows. Books we've read for "The Library: Rebecca Skloot's, "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks"Irene Sardanis', "Out of the Bronx" and "Connections"Scot Loyd's, "The God I Was Given: Looking for Faith After Losing My Religion". And many more! Guests We've Had on the Pod: Check out their episodes, websites and social links!Jim Gardner: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/12073864-welcome-to-the-parlour-w-a-special-guest-and-morehttps://jimgardnerconstruction.com/Nathan Warner: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/12351951-shroom-talk-with-nathan-warnerhttps://fresnomycology.org/Mark Feathers: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/12366255-have-we-got-a-honey-for-youCasey Gardner: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/12397396-an-american-student-loan-story-part-1https://www.patreon.com/TheSickBitchesPodcastLourin Hubbard: https://www.facebook.com/LourinHubbard/Lourin and Brent joined us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/12677248-the-political-parlour-with-lourin-hubbard-and-brent-hennrichBrent Hennrich: https://brenthennrich.com/Irene Sardanis: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/12721501-welcome-to-our-first-episode-of-the-library-w-irene-sardanis-phdhttps://www.irenesardanis.com/Jessica Anderson: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/13767475-into-the-homestretch-with-jessica-anderson-for-virginiahttps://jess4va.com/Gina Thompson McKuen: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/14118360-welcome-to-the-parlour-ginahttps://www.mahoganysnowcreations.com/shopLorrel Plimier: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/14301646-welcome-lorrel-plimierhttps://www.lorrelplimier.com/Joanna Basile: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/14346110-welcome-to-the-bubble-broadcast-joanna-basilehttps://www.unrehearsedwithjb.com/Ruby Jane Castle: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/14373763-welcome-to-the-parlour-ruby-jane-castleThe Hood Dentist: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/14541125-welcome-to-the-parlour-the-hood-dentisthttps://www.tiktok.com/@sparkdawgmusic?lang=enScot Loyd: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/17397070-welcome-to-the-parlour-scot-loydhttps://www.amazon.com/God-Was-Given-Looking-Religion/dp/1964252520Lindsey Ian Cole: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2063865/episodes/17624794-welcome-to-the-parlour-lindsey-ian-colehttps://www.tiktok.com/@lindseyiancolehttps://soundcloud.com/lindseycoleand so many more to come! Catch some of our episodes, including this one, on our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RooseveltWarfieldMediaSupport the showThe Parlour with Lori and Lisa comes to you with our takes on current events, politics, human interest stories, all things close to our hearts, and so much MORE! Thank you for following our media journey and be sure to look for us as we roll out in all the social platforms. #SlowMedia

Networking isn't broken—but the way most people think about it might be. In this episode of Sequence Over Strategy, Michelle challenges the idea that success requires hundreds of connections and explains why a small number of the right relationships can have a far bigger impact. She breaks down why intentional networking is about sequence, not scale, how quality beats quantity every time, and why real business growth comes from depth, not constant outreach.ResourcesThe Michelle WarnerNetworking That Pays Free Workshop Previous Episodes

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: New Year, New Journeys: Connections in Snowy Budapest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-01-01-08-38-20-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A hópelyhek lassan szállingóztak Budapest felett, amikor Lajos a Keleti pályaudvarra megérkezett.En: The snowflakes were slowly drifting down over Budapest as Lajos arrived at the Keleti train station.Hu: Az állomás tele volt emberekkel, mindenütt sürgölődés és feszültség.En: The station was filled with people, with bustling and tension everywhere.Hu: Az új év első napja volt, és a város még szinte álmosan ébredt fel az előző esti ünneplés után.En: It was the first day of the new year, and the city was still waking up drowsily from the previous night's celebrations.Hu: Lajos, a táskáját szorosan magához ölelve, sietett hogy elérje a vonatát.En: Lajos, hugging his bag tightly, hurried to catch his train.Hu: Ma egy fontos interjú várt rá, ami talán a karrierje nagy lehetősége lehet.En: Today, an important interview awaited him, which could be a great opportunity for his career.Hu: Ugyanakkor az állomás egy másik szegletében egy fiatal nő, Zsófia, épp a kétségbeejtő menetrendet tanulmányozta.En: Meanwhile, in another corner of the station, a young woman, Zsófia, was studying the confusing schedule.Hu: Őt egy fontos koncert várta, ahol egy híres zenei tehetségkutató is megfordulhatott.En: She was headed to an important concert where a famous music talent scout might make an appearance.Hu: Mindketten érezték, hogy nincs sok idejük.En: Both of them felt that they didn't have much time.Hu: A hóesés azonban egyre erősödött, és az információk zavartak voltak az állomás hangszóróin keresztül.En: However, the snowfall was intensifying, and the information through the station speakers was muddled.Hu: „Nehéz nap lesz” – gondolta Lajos, miközben a hangulat egyre feszültebb lett körülötte.En: "It's going to be a tough day," thought Lajos, as the atmosphere around him grew more tense.Hu: Az emberek körülötte idegesen beszélgettek, telefonáltak, és próbálták megérteni a helyzetet.En: The people around him were talking nervously, making phone calls, and trying to understand the situation.Hu: Miután Lajos megtudta, hogy a vonatja késik, idegességében Zsófia mellett állt meg, aki láthatóan ugyanabban a helyzetben volt.En: After Lajos found out that his train was delayed, he stopped nervously next to Zsófia, who was visibly in the same predicament.Hu: „Szép kis helyzet, ugye?” – próbált mosolyt csalni Zsófia arcára.En: "Quite a situation, isn't it?" he tried to bring a smile to Zsófia's face.Hu: Zsófia csak bólintott.En: Zsófia just nodded.Hu: „A vonatom késik, és ha nem érkezem időben, lemaradok a fellépésemről.”En: "My train is delayed, and if I don't arrive on time, I'll miss my performance."Hu: „Én újságíró vagyok, egy fontos interjúra megyek.En: "I'm a journalist, heading for an important interview.Hu: Elég peches nap...” – mondta Lajos, miközben próbált valami megoldást találni.En: Quite an unlucky day..." said Lajos, while trying to find some solution.Hu: „Talán együtt valahogy jobban boldogulnánk.En: "Maybe we could manage better together somehow.Hu: Mit gondolsz?”En: What do you think?"Hu: Zsófia néhány pillanatig elgondolkodott, majd úgy döntött, hogy nincs veszítenivalója, és elfogadta Lajos ajánlatát.En: Zsófia thought for a few moments, then decided that she had nothing to lose and accepted Lajos's offer.Hu: Összetartottak a kihívással szemben, és közösen kezdték felfedezni az állomás környékét, hogy találjanak alternatív közlekedést.En: They faced the challenge together and began exploring the area around the station to find alternative transportation.Hu: Végül felfedeztek egy helyi utazási szolgáltatást, ami elérhető közelségbe tudna vinné őket céljaikhoz.En: Eventually, they discovered a local travel service that could take them within reach of their destinations.Hu: A hó azonban már vastagon borította az utcákat, és bizonytalanok voltak, hogy bízhatnak-e a sofőrben egy ilyen időjárásban.En: However, the snow had already thickly covered the streets, and they were uncertain if they could trust the driver in such weather.Hu: A feszültség nőtt, ahogy a vihar erősödött.En: The tension grew as the storm intensified.Hu: De úgy döntöttek, hogy kockáztatnak.En: But they decided to take the risk.Hu: Az utazás izgalmas és néha félelmetes volt, de a sofőr gyakorlott volt a havas utakon.En: The journey was exciting and sometimes frightening, but the driver was experienced on snowy roads.Hu: Lajos figyelmes volt Zsófiára, és a hosszú úton elkezdtek mesélni egymásnak történeteket az életükről.En: Lajos was attentive to Zsófia, and during the long ride, they started sharing stories about their lives.Hu: Ahogy a kocsi megérkezett a közeli kisvárosba, Lajos egy kávézóból tudta tartani az interjút videóhívás segítségével.En: As the car arrived in the nearby small town, Lajos was able to conduct his interview via video call from a café.Hu: Zsófiának pedig szerencséje volt, mert egy helyi zenész, aki hallotta történetüket, felajánlotta, hogy elviszi a koncertre.En: Zsófia was lucky because a local musician, who heard their story, offered to take her to the concert.Hu: Végül mindketten elérték céljukat.En: In the end, both reached their goals.Hu: Lajos rájött, hogy néha a megosztott küzdelmek közelebb hoznak másokhoz, és nyitottabbá vált.En: Lajos realized that sometimes shared struggles bring people closer and became more open.Hu: Zsófia pedig tapasztaltabb és magabiztosabb lett az ilyen váratlan helyzetek kezelésében.En: Zsófia became more experienced and confident in handling such unexpected situations.Hu: Budapest felett az égen a hó tovább hullott, de a két utazó most már sokkal jobban érezte magát, mintha újjászülettek volna az új év első napján.En: Above Budapest, the snow continued to fall, but the two travelers felt much better now, as if they had been reborn on the first day of the new year. Vocabulary Words:drifting: szállingóztakbustling: sürgölődéstension: feszültségdrowsily: álmosanhugging: ölelveconfusing: kétségbeejtőschedule: menetrendscout: tehetségkutatómuddled: zavartakpredicament: helyzetbenperformance: fellépésunlucky: pechesalternative: alternatívtransportation: közlekedésintensified: erősödöttrisk: kockáztatattentive: figyelmesconduct: tartanivideo call: videóhívásreborn: újjászülettekexploring: felfedeznithickly: vastagontrust: bízhatnakstorm: viharexciting: izgalmasfrightening: félelmetessharing: mesélnistruggles: küzdelmekexperienced: gyakorlottconfident: magabiztos

Susan Jarema is the Chief Connection Officer at Grand Connection, a collaborative community for heart-centered entrepreneurs built on the principles of grand giving, generosity, and mutual support. Get a free guest pass to the Grand Connection at https://grandconnection.ca/free-guest-pass/ For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

EP #69 - New Year Connections with David Maddock ✨ HAPPY NEW YEAR ✨To kick the new year off with a bang, we sit down with international medium David Maddock to explore his extraordinary journey into mediumship, the realities of working with spirit, and the powerful guidance coming through for the year ahead. From a childhood awakening after a car accident to leaving a construction career to follow his calling, David shares openly about the courage, trust, and surrender it takes to embrace psychic gifts—especially when life pulls you off the path you thought you were on.In this conversation, we dive into:▶︎ David's journey from construction work to becoming a full-time international medium▶︎ How a car accident at age 14 awakened his psychic abilities▶︎ What it's really like to receive messages from spirit and how he interprets them▶︎ ︎How to navigate skepticism (from others and from yourself) when developing spiritual gifts▶︎Why the spirit world communicates through symbols, emotions, and unexpected messengers▶︎The challenges of delivering difficult readings and how he learned to trust who comes through▶︎ ︎His insights on 2025 as a year of transition and 2026 as a year of creativity and self-expansion▶︎ ︎Live readings for Liz and Dianne, revealing themes of leadership, family dynamics, communication, and self-belief▶︎ ︎Why taking aligned action, not waiting, is essential for the year ahead How to work with a medium in a grounded, empowering, and healing wayWhether you're curious about mediumship, navigating grief, tuning into your intuition, or stepping into a new year with a clearer sense of purpose, this episode offers deep wisdom, comfort, and inspiration for your journey.#Mediumship #PsychicDevelopment #SpiritualGuidance #SpiritMessages #Intuition #SpiritualJourney #EnergyReading #AfterlifeConnection #SpiritualAwakening #HealingJourney #SoulGuidance #Medium #DavidMaddock #SpiritualAFPodcast #AwakeningJourney #ConsciousLiving #HigherConsciousness #NewYearEnergy #2026Predictions #SoulGrowth #InnerWork #PsychicInsights #SpiritualCommunity #RaiseYourVibration #SpiritWorld #SoulConnections #Clairvoyance #MediumLife ======== CONNECT WITH DAVID▶︎ ︎ Website → https://connectwithdavid.co.uk▶︎ ︎ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/connectwithdavid▶︎  Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/ConnectWithDavid.co.uk▶︎ Youtube → https://www.youtube.com/@connectwithdavidCONNECT WITH US:Did you know that we are building a movement of 1 million people who are Spiritual As F**k! We would love for you to join us! Leave us a five star review with an awesome comment on Apple podcasts or Spotify, and we will send you a free ticket to one of our LIVE monthly “Downloads with Liz & Dianne” sessions, which we host exclusively for our Spiritual Renegades members! We love hearing stories from others so please tell us about your awakening experiences or share any of your personal Spiritual As F**k! stories via DM to our Instagram page▶︎ Join our Membership Community → https://www.spiritualaf.co/joinourtribe▶︎ Instagram  → https://www.instagram.com/spiritual.a.f/▶︎ Linktree → https://linktr.ee/spiritualasfuck▶︎ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/SpiritualAFpodcast▶︎ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@spiritualafpodcast▶︎ Website →  https://spiritualaf.co/▶︎ Email → info@spiritualaf.coCONNECT WITH LIZ:▶︎ Instagram  → https://www.instagram.com/intuitive.liz/▶︎ Instagram  → https://www.instagram.com/theintuitionacademy_/▶︎ Linktree → https://linktr.ee/IntuitiveLiz▶︎ Website → www.theintuitionacademy.com.au▶︎  Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/theintuitionacademyglobal CONNECT WITH DIANNE:▶︎ Instagram  → https://www.instagram.com/diannedriscoll_▶︎ Linktree → https://linktr.ee/diannedriscoll▶︎ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/diannedriscoll.coach▶︎ Linkedin → https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannedriscoll/▶︎ Website → https://diannedriscoll.com/Spiritual As F**k! Podcast with Liz Volpe & Dianne Driscoll

Whether he's playing billiards or table tennis, a successful hustler requires no small amount of charisma, something Timothée Chalamet's ping-pong pro undeniably has in Marty Supreme, though it's of a decidedly different flavor than that of Paul Newman in The Hustler. Whether that charisma translates to a character we want to root for as he makes a mess of his own life, as well as those of the people (and one unfortunate dog) around him, is up for debate in our discussion of Josh Safdie's new anxiety attack in movie form. Then we pit Marty's game against Fast Eddie's as we move into Connections to discuss the magic and morality of hustling, charismatic liars and the women who are drawn to them — even when they can see right through them — and whether these men chasing victory on their own terms, and at the cost of everything else, is inspirational or pitiful. Then in Your Next Picture Show, Scott sticks up for The Color of Money, Scorsese's Hustler sequel that can't quite best its predecessor, but still has plenty of swagger all its own.  Please share your thoughts about The Hustler, Marty Supreme, or anything else in the world of film, by sending an email or voice memo to comments@nextpictureshow.net, or leaving a short voicemail at (773) 234-9730. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, host Jesse Jackson speaks with Denise Green, a dedicated Bruce Springsteen fan and scholar. Denise discusses her recent presentation on how Springsteen's songs can be seen as modern Christian hymns. She shares her personal journey with Springsteen's music, including how pivotal tracks provided comfort during difficult times. The conversation delves into Denise's unique perspective on Springsteen's lyrics, the thematic structure of his music, and its profound impact on her life and scholarly work. Denise also reminisces about attending various Springsteen concerts and meeting fellow fans from around the world. 02:20 Meet Denise: A Lifelong Springsteen Fan 03:53 Growing Up in a Strict Household 06:55 Discovering Springsteen and College Life 11:16 Springsteen Concert Memories 14:26 Springsteen's Songs as Christian Hymns 23:57 Exploring the Depths of Springsteen's Lyrics 25:31 The Power of Music and Community 26:35 Springsteen's Influence and Gospel Inspirations 27:22 Personal Reflections and Fan Experiences 29:24 Springsteen's Songs and Their Impact 32:27 Analyzing Springsteen's Music and Lyrics 39:03 Future Projects and Scholarly Interests 43:57 Final Thoughts and Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A historically devastating salmon die-off on the Klamath River in 2002 was among the influences putting Amy Bowers Cordalis (Yurok) on her path of conservation. She recounts that moment, along with her family's multigenerational fight to save their ties to the river, in her memoir, “The Water Remembers.” She is an instrumental voice in what became the largest river reclamation project in U.S. history. The story of the Blackfeet Tribe's revitalization of their historical ties to buffalo is the subject of the documentary “Bring Them Home”/“Aiskótáhkapiyaaya.” The film is directed by Blackfeet siblings and Oscar-nominated actor Lily Gladstone (Blackfeet) is the narrator and executive producer. Tribes and tribal organizations are still waiting for the dust to settle after a year of unprecedented upheaval and funding cuts from the federal government. We'll get an assessment of what happened and what this moment in time means for food sovereignty going forward. GUESTS Carly Griffith-Hotvedt (Cherokee), executive director of the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative Amy Bowers Cordalis (Yurok), executive director of the Ridges to Riffles Indigenous Conservation Group, and author of “The Water Remembers” Ivy MacDonald (Blackfeet), writer, director, and cinematographer Ivan MacDonald (Blackfeet), filmmaker, director, and producer Break 1 Music: Honor Song (song) Blackfoot Confederacy (artist) Hear the Beat (album) Break 2 Music: Oshki Manitou (song) Chuck Copenace (artist) Oshki Manitou (album)

Email has quietly become one of the most powerful places to build trust and drive real business growth, and this conversation digs into why.  I sat down with Allea Grummert for an honest conversation on her podcast Happy Subscribers about how I approach email as a core marketing channel, not just a support tool. We explored what it really takes to grow a list with intention, how to think about email content beyond promotions, and why so many business owners overcomplicate something that can actually feel simple and effective.  This was a thoughtful, practical conversation I knew would resonate with anyone building a business around connection and trust. In this episode of the podcast, we talk about: How I think about email as a primary growth channel What actually builds trust with subscribers Why consistency matters more than volume How to simplify your email content strategy What makes people want to stay subscribed …And More!   Special thanks to: Allea Grummert, host of Happy Subscribers Podcast Listen to the original episode here: https://pod.link/1778035534/episode/90426ea022254a9e7e35287a8e3739f9  Website: https://duett.co/  Happy Subscribers Podcast: https://pod.link/1778035534  Connect with Allea on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alleagrummert/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/alleagrummert/    Go to the show notes for all the resources mentioned in this episode: https://onlinedrea.com/390 

It has been quite a year. From a sweep of big wins for local Democrats, to the Trump administration attacking Rochester's sanctuary city policies, dull moments have been hard to come by. WXXI News staff join guest host Gino Fanelli for a look back at the highlights in local news and things to watch out for in the coming year. In studio: Jeremy Moule, deputy editor for WXXI News Brian Sharp, investigations and enterprise editor for WXXI News Samuel King, Capitol News Bureau reporter for the New York Public News Network Noelle E.C. Evans, education reporter and producer for WXXI News Racquel Stephen, health, equity and community reporter and producer for WXXI News ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

In this special year-end episode of "Discovering Grayslake," host David Woll and his friend Eli from The Loop Marketing reflect on a remarkable 2025. Together, they celebrate 52 consecutive weekly episodes, highlight memorable guests from local business owners to musicians and community leaders and share heartfelt stories of community impact. With gratitude for sponsors, volunteers, and listeners, they spotlight upcoming events and encourage everyone to stay involved. Blending humor, warmth, and hometown pride, the hosts reaffirm their commitment to sharing Grayslake's unique stories and invite the community to join them for another year of connection and discovery.  

Send us a textWhat if your next big change wasn't executed on day one… but first asked as a simple question: “What would happen if we did this?” What if you stopped offering walk‑in appointments for two weeks, or changed your scheduling template entirely, or removed all paper forms—and saw what surfaced? That kind of question is the heart of a thought experiment—a structured “what if?” scenario that lets leadership explore change without diving straight into full implementation.In a sector like healthcare—where change is expensive, stakes are high, and risk is real—thought experiments give you a way to test assumptions, surface hidden risks, uncover unexpected opportunities, and engage your team in the future before you commit your budget, staff, or systems. At Health e Practices, we've seen some of the most effective transformations begin not with a mandate, but with a moment of curiosity: “What if we did this—and what might break first?”Today we'll walk through what thought experiments are, why they matter in medical groups, how to run them effectively, what to do when they succeed (and when they don't), and how to build a culture around them that makes your organization smarter, more resilient, and more agile.Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill's company, Health e Practices' website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: http://21978609.hs-sites.com/newletter-subscriber Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice. 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Find it here: https://healtheps.com/physicians-edge-mastering-business-finance-in-your-medical-practice/  Purchase your copy of Jill's book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig's website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/

In this episode, we look back and pick our favorite classical and jazz recordings from 2025.   The Adult Music Podcast is featured in: Feedspot's 100 Best Jazz Podcasts   Episode 241 Deezer Playlist   Fair use disclaimer: Music sample clips are for commentary and educational purposes. We recommend that listeners listen to the complete recordings, all of which are available on streaming services in the links provided. We also suggest that if you enjoy the music, you consider purchasing the CDs or high-quality downloads to support the artists.   Russ' Classical Picks   Episode 204: “Anniversaries & Inner Journeys” 3/17/2025 “Hough: Piano Concerto, Sonatina & Partita” (Hyperion) Sir Stephen Hough, The Hallé, Sir Mark Elder https://open.spotify.com/album/6aj6j7obrqKiSJJF9GB51l https://music.apple.com/us/album/hough-piano-concerto-sonatina-partita/1790189101 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DSWK94H6   Episode 208: “Elegance & Fire” 4/14/2025 “Prokofiev & Shor” (Alpha) Behzod Abduraimov, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra / Vasily Petrenko https://open.spotify.com/album/6yTib2Mj4XZNvPoC7ILgqR https://music.apple.com/us/album/prokofiev-shor/1792782208 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DV5N35H1   Episode 210: “Fluted Grooves” 4/28/2025 “Daugherty: Blue Electra” (Naxos) Anne Akiko Meyers, Albany Symphony Orchestra / David Alan Miller https://open.spotify.com/album/7KeVVROhrOyr7hwyAMc2Od https://music.apple.com/us/album/michael-daugherty-blue-electra-last-dance-at-the-surf/1803167332 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DTKSWBX9   Episode 211: “Saxurated Sound” 5/5/2025 “Tales of the Jazz Age” (La Dolce Volta) Florian Noack https://open.spotify.com/album/1pgOmjL6jYB69GOA2aMNxP https://classical.music.apple.com/sg/album/1795617036 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DWNBXQ3M   “Ancient Modernity” (Delphian) Louise McMonagle https://open.spotify.com/album/4mYIWqAJAYTqU4ayjzJnsI https://music.apple.com/za/album/ancient-modernity/1799737575 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DZ31FWKW   Episode 213: “Sacred Trinity & Swingin' Trio” 5/18/2025 “Alexander Scriabin: Vers La Flamme” (BIS) Yevgeny Sudbin https://open.spotify.com/album/3wYDp7bi9o73xbr9ZzWLrk https://music.apple.com/us/album/scriabin-vers-la-flamme/1803174467 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0F1Z3KHWL   Episode 218: “A Quarter for Your Tones” 7/7/2025 “Persia & Baroque - Classical Persian Music and European Baroque” (Christophorus) Hamburger Ratsmusik / Simone Eckert, Ulrich Wedemeier, Anke Dennert, Neoclassical Ensemble of Tehran / Arash Mohafez https://open.spotify.com/album/5owCWVmzhFYnjbqZHg4lT0 https://music.apple.com/us/album/persia-baroque-classical-persian-music-and-european/1822952513 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0F8C7Z8D5   Episode 219: “Border Crossers” 7/14/2025 “Laurent Boutros: Apatride, An Armenian in Paris” (Da Vinci Classics) Antonino Ielo https://open.spotify.com/album/7hQ2upqq5JxHfbJ8yDlX5C https://music.apple.com/us/album/laurent-boutros-apatride-an-armenian-in-paris/1819815810 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FCP46QV9   Episode 229: “A Trumpet Junket” 9/29/2025 “Kevin Puts: Concerto for Orchestra, Silent Night Elegy & Virelai” (Delos) Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra / Stéphane Denève https://open.spotify.com/album/3s5T4R7QJKHjgfNHmVy6Vz https://music.apple.com/us/album/kevin-puts-concerto-for-orchestra-silent-night-elegy/1826975431 No Amazon Music   Episode 231: “Bourbon Based” 10/13/2025 “Robert Russell Bennett & Vernon Duke: Violin Concertos” (Chandos) Chloë Hanslip, Singapore Symphony Orchestra / Andrew Litton https://open.spotify.com/album/5SQS6UVFNNBMf7Itmo1JEG https://music.apple.com/us/album/bennett-duke-violin-works/1830974602 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FKQ8BJYV   Mike's Classical Picks   Episode 202: “The Spaces Between” 2/24/2025 “The Age of Extremes: W.F. Bach, G. Benda & C.P.E. Bach” (Arcana) Francesco Corti, Il Pomo d'Oro https://open.spotify.com/album/666rWzJgsF6pZo9KyAZ27A https://music.apple.com/gh/album/the-age-of-extremes-w-f-bach-g-benda-c-p-e-bach/1781631697 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DN6QFCXM   Episode 207: “Blues ‘n' Bones” 4/7/2025 “Dvořák & Price: Piano Quintets” (Hyperion) Takacs Quartet, Marc-Andre Hamelin https://open.spotify.com/album/1i8Dx19cZUT4y5TcD9bomJ https://music.apple.com/us/album/dvořák-price-piano-quintets/1791744025 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DTKP5X5F   Episode 209 “Women on the Open Road” 4/21/2025 “Vox Feminae” (Alpha) Les Kapsber'girls https://open.spotify.com/album/7CMohdNtQxiB83iEMqntc7 https://music.apple.com/us/album/vox-feminae/1793025660 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DV5PTBMJ   Episode 212: “From Bach to Boogaloo” 5/12/2025 “Concertos: Pécou, Lazkano, Nante” (Erato) Alexandre Tharaud https://open.spotify.com/album/6bI8HUotFbewV3WMYX0OV0 https://music.apple.com/us/album/pécou-lazkano-nante-piano-concertos/1806217843 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0F3FG9KJ7   Episode 213: “Sacred Trinity & Swingin' Trio” 5/18/2025 “Clérambault: Te Deum & Histoire de la Femme Adultère” (Château de Versailles Spectacles) Lisandro Abadie, Guy Cutting, Samuel Namotte, Gwendoline Blondeel A Nocte Temporis, Chœur de Chambre de Namur / Reinoud Van Mechelen https://open.spotify.com/album/3kITS98BQIa4cFBjT1NSnH https://music.apple.com/us/album/clérambault-te-deum-histoire-de-la-femme-adultère/1799108129 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DYNNF76N   Episode 215 “Doorway to the Horizon” 6/7/2025 “Ni Dufay, Ni Binchois - the Works of Johannes Pullois” (Passacaille) Sollazzo Ensemble https://open.spotify.com/album/4NMrnD08oj20PzLNDHM0rL https://music.apple.com/us/album/ni-dufay-ni-binchois-the-works-of-johannes-pullois/1807330875 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0F44CTHZL   Episode 224: “Moon Tunes” 8/18/2025 “Bach, Telemann & Albinoni: Concerti” (Alpha) Sophie Gent, Kathleen Kajioka, Ensemble Masques / Olivier Fortin https://open.spotify.com/album/4Z9606TIlzMs2YA6LXiZnP https://music.apple.com/us/album/j-s-bach-telemann-albinoni-concerti/1807001257 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0F8NM4DPF   Episode 227: “Melodic Reflections” 9/9/2025 “Libro primo” (ECM) Rolf Lislevand https://open.spotify.com/album/3XPfRhPmgp2sTj5rLPPH2I https://music.apple.com/us/album/libro-primo/1826581965 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FHJ5H7JV   Episode 229: 2A Trumpet Junket” 9/29/2025 “Martinů String Quartets 2-3-5-7” (Supraphon) Pavel Haas Quartet https://open.spotify.com/album/5LhBAJvYfW3akK0G35B8wh https://music.apple.com/us/album/martinů-string-quartets-nos-2-3-5-7/1832782214 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FM474BZ7   Episode 234 “Found Objects & Fresh Air” 11/10/2025 “Martinu Violin Concertos 1 & 2, Stravinsky Divertimento” (Supraphon) Josef Spacek, Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra / Petr Popelka https://open.spotify.com/album/0SKhKsHvwcPZ4OYMtzGRuK https://music.apple.com/us/album/martinů-violin-concertos-1-2-stravinsky-divertimento/1846791139 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FTGJLNHZ   “Found Objects / Sound Objects” (Hyperion) Marc-André Hamelin https://open.spotify.com/album/2dGt6QoBUsh75ShmyWOERe https://music.apple.com/us/album/found-objects-sound-objects/1828259285 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FJHYS4SJ   Mike's Jazz Picks   Episode 205: “Fragmented Inspirations” 3/24/2025 “South” (Sunnyside) Randal Despommier https://open.spotify.com/album/1EcSKXQuNPs7UIzaTkLl0j https://music.apple.com/us/album/south/1797433088 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DTWJSFZJ   Episode 208: “Elegence and Fire” 4/14/2025 “Live at Snug Harbor” (Outside in Music) Leon Anderson https://open.spotify.com/album/34XmNuGwm09hMfwDqaiGyf https://music.apple.com/us/album/live-at-snug-harbor/1792288803 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DTWHYQSL   Episode 212: “From Bach to Boogaloo” 5/12/2025 “Steep Steps” (Hobby Horse Records) Carl Winther, Richard Andersson, Jeff “Tain” Watts https://open.spotify.com/album/6mSi775nA3yYvU9Njpd7LV https://music.apple.com/us/album/steep-steps/1796891336 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DXFZPK8X   Episode 218: “A Quarter for Your Tones” 7/7/2025 “Nico's Dream” (SteepleChase) Tony Miceli https://open.spotify.com/album/5wUvoUKyZ0mmP87LZT877P https://music.apple.com/us/album/nicos-dream/1828638176 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0F4DSQMVV   Episode 229: “A Trumpet Junket” 9/29/2025 “Oblivity” (Origin) Shawn Purcell https://open.spotify.com/album/4BdcYHpppD4zNskoxnuP2Z https://music.apple.com/us/album/oblivity/1831093754 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FL4V5HPB   Episode 230: “Concertos & Ciphers” 10/6/2025 “Cipher” (PHP Records) Charlie Porter https://open.spotify.com/album/2Nf8PpF9l3pDz6FLn4V18s https://music.apple.com/us/album/cipher/1807658361 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0F49QRDH5   Episode 233: “Origin-al Recipe” 11/3/2025 “New Outlook” (Origin) Affinity Trio, Eric Jacobson https://open.spotify.com/album/6lhUbkRZQbk93E8rqane5J https://music.apple.com/us/album/new-outlook/1841929457 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FSCP685Q   “In the Groove: Live at the Alluvion” (OA2) trumpet, 10/17/2025 Anthony Stanco https://open.spotify.com/album/1eTkEAn2waOoKYJTjGkRyi https://music.apple.com/us/album/in-the-groove-live-at-the-alluvion/1841931160 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FSCSVSY6   Episode 235: “Impressions & Connections” 11/17/2025 “Lasting Impression” (Savant/High Note) Brandon Sanders https://open.spotify.com/album/1avyPXf8rP4eqgbfGHnnQN https://music.apple.com/us/album/lasting-impression/1840695827 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FRNM61SQ   Episode 240: “Double Trouble” 12/22/2025 “It's On!” (Nervy Nigel Records) Nigel Price https://open.spotify.com/album/0y2Rph1r8YLaqktG90Xxeh https://music.apple.com/gb/album/its-on/1850003081 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FY3P1HB4   Honorable Mention   Episode 228: “Synergy, Vocals, and Vibes” 9/22/2025 “Synergy” (SteepleChase) Paul Bollenback, Boris Kozlov https://open.spotify.com/album/59j2rbwlkeEgvAwKTVZz9o https://music.apple.com/us/album/synergy/1843953911 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FL5GF4F1   Russ' Jazz Picks   Episode 198: “Serene Screen Time” 1/27/2025 “The Snake Charmer” (Origin) Brad Goode Polytonal Big Band https://open.spotify.com/album/3FGXtQeRDC6i5LQMDTnyDl https://music.apple.com/us/album/polytonal-big-band-the-snake-charmer/1781618413 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DNZ5HRRD   Episode 202: “The Spaces Between” 2/24/2025 “Table for Three” (SteepleChase) Alex Norris https://open.spotify.com/album/2l4TGcCJaluGa98MqC8Ht7 https://music.apple.com/us/album/table-for-three/1806266526 https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DVBDCBXQ   Episode 206: “Timbre Tantrum” 3/31/2025 “LightSide” (A.MA Records) Matteo Pastorino https://open.spotify.com/album/4z1xt1yALoiVkVk4t5vgVi 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2025 Highlights: The Doctor of Connections & Building Momentum for 2026Guest: Theresa Benvenuto, Doctor of ConnectionsHost: Julie RigaEpisode Type: Special Holiday Edition - Year in ReviewOverviewIn this special holiday edition, Julie sits down with Theresa Benvenuto (affectionately known as "Benvenuts" and the "Doctor of Connections") to reflect on an extraordinary year of growth, transformation, and meaningful relationships. Together, they celebrate the wins, share lessons learned, and look ahead to the opportunities awaiting in 2026. This episode is a heartwarming reminder that success isn't just about what you achieve. It's about who you become and the connections you nurture along the way.2025 Highlights: The Doctor of Connections & Building Momentum for 2026About This EpisodeJulie and Theresa reflect on an extraordinary 2025 filled with networking adventures, leadership growth, and meaningful transformations. From the Vault Conference to building the Before I Lead program, they share behind-the-scenes stories and remind us that the sweetness of business lies in the relationships we build.Guest BackgroundTheresa Benvenuto brings 20+ years of pharmaceutical experience into her second career as a business development specialist and connector extraordinaire. Her nickname "Doctor of Connections" reflects her gift for getting people "Directly On Calendar" (DOC) and creating meaningful business relationships that lead to transformation.Fun Fact: Theresa's favorite holiday cookie is the Christmas Tree, an Italian S-cookie from her grandmother's recipe that she makes every year in her memory.Key TopicsThe Birth of "Doctor of Connections": How Theresa's identity evolved from Doctor of Pharmacy to Doctor of Connections, capturing her passion for business development and networking.2025 Highlights:The Vault Conference in FloridaBuilding the Before I Lead ProgramThe Before I Sell Initiative and LinkedIn strategyEpic Networking Group and holiday networking eventsThe Power of Accountability: How the Before I Lead program provides leaders with accountability that accelerates growth and proves that prospecting work done today shows results 30 days later.Memorable Quotes"We planted a lot of seeds this year, and our plants and roses and beautiful flowers are gonna grow in 2026.""We get lost in the flurry of all the work that we have to do that we forget the sweetness of business. And the sweetness of business is the relationships that we build.""If I can help you change the way you're doing something that is plaguing you, then I've done my job."Key TakeawaysRelationships Are the Sweetness of Business - Prioritize authentic connection over tasksAccountability Accelerates Growth - Join groups that challenge your limiting beliefsThe 30-Day Rule Works - Consistent prospecting today creates results in 30 daysChallenge Your Stories - Rewrite the narratives holding you backInvest in Yourself First - Make your growth a non-negotiable investmentNetwork with Purpose - Show up authentically everywhereAha Moments Change Everything - Stay open to transformationConnectTheresa Benvenuto: Doctor of Connections specializing in Business Development, LinkedIn Strategy, and NetworkingJulie Riga: Leadership Coach offering Before I Lead programHoliday Wishes: Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year! Here's to a healthy, purposeful, and transformational 2026. Stay on course!

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Creating Art and Connections: A Budapest Café Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-12-29-08-38-20-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Gerbeaud Kávéház tele volt élettel azon a hideg téli estén.En: The Gerbeaud Kávéház was full of life on that cold winter evening.Hu: Budapesten az emberek izgatottan készültek az új évre.En: In Budapest, people were excitedly preparing for the new year.Hu: Az elegánsan díszített kávéházban apró fények ragyogtak, és a karácsonyi koszorúk melegséget hoztak a csípős hideg ellen.En: Tiny lights glimmered in the elegantly decorated café, and the Christmas wreaths brought warmth against the biting cold.Hu: A járókelők hol sietve, hol álmodozva haladtak el az ablakok mellett, a benti meleggel kacérkodva.En: Passersby hurried along or daydreamed by the windows, flirting with the warmth inside.Hu: Balázs egy csendes sarokban ült, figyelve a színes forgatagot.En: Balázs was sitting in a quiet corner, observing the colorful bustle.Hu: Hivatásos újságíróként szeretett volna egy lebilincselő történetet találni, ami inspirálja a következő cikkét.En: As a professional journalist, he wanted to find a captivating story that would inspire his next article.Hu: Tekintete el-elkószálva fedezte fel a kávéház vendégeit, míg meg nem akadt egy fiatal nőn, aki elmélyülten rajzolt egy szomszédos asztalnál.En: His gaze wandered and explored the café's guests until it settled on a young woman who was deeply absorbed in drawing at a nearby table.Hu: Réka színes ceruzáival gyors vonásokat rajzolt a papíron.En: Réka was sketching quick strokes on paper with her colored pencils.Hu: Művészeti hallgatóként lelkesedése az alkotás iránt határtalan volt, de mostanában nehezen találta meg a tüzet.En: As an art student, her enthusiasm for creation was boundless, but lately, she'd struggled to find her spark.Hu: Érezte a kortárs nyomást a hátán; az elvárások súlyát, amivel meg kellett küzdenie.En: She felt the pressure of her peers on her back; the weight of expectations she had to battle with.Hu: Balázs kíváncsi lett a lány aprólékosan kidolgozott rajzaira.En: Balázs grew curious about the girl's meticulously detailed drawings.Hu: Úgy érezte, talán megtalálta azt az emberi történetet, amit keresett.En: He sensed that he might have found the human story he was seeking.Hu: Hosszú tűnődés után Balázs végül összeszedte bátorságát.En: After long deliberation, Balázs finally summoned his courage.Hu: Megfontolt léptekkel odasétált Rékához, és udvariasan megszólította: "Látom, nagyon szépen rajzolsz.En: With thoughtful steps, he walked over to Réka and politely addressed her: "I see you draw very beautifully.Hu: Érdekelne, mesélnél-e arról, amit készítesz?"En: I would be interested if you could tell me about what you're creating?"Hu: Réka meglepődött, ugyanakkor megérezett valamit Balázs hangjában, ami őszinte érdeklődést sugallt.En: Réka was surprised, yet she detected something in Balázs's voice that suggested genuine interest.Hu: Egy pillanatnyi habozás után rámosolygott és válaszolt: "Köszönöm!En: After a moment's hesitation, she smiled and replied: "Thank you!Hu: Épp Budapestet próbálom megörökíteni az én szememben.En: I'm trying to capture Budapest through my eyes.Hu: Szeretném megmutatni a város különleges hangulatát."En: I want to show the city's unique atmosphere."Hu: Ahogy beszélgetésük folytatódott, Balázs felfedezte, hogy Réka történetei sokkal többet jelentenek, mint egyszerű rajzok.En: As their conversation continued, Balázs discovered that Réka's stories meant much more than simple drawings.Hu: Feszültséggel teli világában Réka művészete az ő valódi érzéseit fejezi ki.En: In her world filled with tension, her art expressed her true feelings.Hu: Balázs lelkesedése nőtt, és úgy érezte, hogy végre rátalált arra az inspirációra, ami hiányzott a munkájából.En: Balázs's enthusiasm grew, and he felt that he had finally found the inspiration that was missing from his work.Hu: Réka lassan megnyílt, megosztva Balázzsal saját kételyeit és reményeit.En: Réka slowly opened up, sharing her doubts and hopes with Balázs.Hu: A kávéházi forgatag már nem is számított.En: The café's bustle no longer mattered.Hu: Csak kettejük párbeszéde volt fontos, az új kapcsolódás kezdete.En: Only their dialogue was important, marking the beginning of a new connection.Hu: Balázs rájött arra, hogy a Réka által megélt hétköznapi kihívások kiváló alapot nyújtanak a cikkéhez.En: Balázs realized that the everyday challenges Réka lived through provided an excellent foundation for his article.Hu: Cserébe Réka új szemszögből kezdte látni saját munkáját, Balázs kíváncsisága pedig inspirációként szolgált számára.En: In return, Réka began to see her work from a new perspective, with Balázs's curiosity serving as inspiration for her.Hu: „Mi lenne, ha együtt dolgoznánk?” – vetette fel Balázs.En: "What if we worked together?" proposed Balázs.Hu: „Te lennél a rajzolóm, én pedig írnék rólad.En: "You could be my illustrator, and I would write about you.Hu: Megmutathatnánk Budapestet a saját szemünkből.”En: We could show Budapest from our perspective."Hu: Réka boldogan beleegyezett, hiszen ez a közös munka valami újat ígért.En: Réka happily agreed, as this collaboration promised something new.Hu: Mindketten átléptek a saját korlátaikon.En: Both of them stepped beyond their own limits.Hu: Balázs megnyílt a világ felé, Réka pedig olyan bátorságra és önbizalomra talált, amihez eddig nem volt ereje.En: Balázs opened up to the world, and Réka found a courage and self-confidence she hadn't possessed before.Hu: Együtt, egy csésze kávé és mosolyok társaságában, megteremtették első közös művüket, amely új fejezet nyitott mindkettejük életében.En: Together, with a cup of coffee and shared smiles, they created their first joint work, which opened a new chapter in both their lives.Hu: Az újév előtti utolsó napok melegében a közösen alkotott művek révén a Gerbeaud Kávéház ismét a kezdetek helyszínévé vált.En: In the warmth of the last days before the new year, the collaborative works made the Gerbeaud Kávéház the starting point once more. Vocabulary Words:bustle: forgatagcaptivating: lebilincselőabsorbed: elmélyültenenthusiasm: lelkesedésmeticulously: apróékosandeliberation: tűnődéshesitation: habozásgenuine: őszintetension: feszültségcuriosity: kíváncsiságperspective: szemszögillustrator: rajzolócollaboration: közös munkaflirting: kacérkodvaspark: tűzexpectations: elvárásoksettled: megakadtexplored: felfedezteachieve: megérkezniremark: megjegyzésenchanted: elvarázsoltcompelling: lebilincselőchallenges: kihívásokfoundation: alapinspiration: inspirációdialogue: párbeszédpossessed: birtokoltconfidence: önbizalominfamous: hírhedtjourney: utazás

Fluent Fiction - Danish: From Isolation to Connection: A Virtual Celebration Unites Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-12-29-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Freja sad i sit hjemmekontor midt i København.En: Freja sat in her home office in the middle of København.Da: Udenfor sneede det let, og kulden hang i luften.En: Outside, it was slightly snowing, and the cold lingered in the air.Da: Hun trak det bløde tæppe tættere omkring sig og tændte et stearinlys på sit skrivebord.En: She pulled the soft blanket closer around herself and lit a candle on her desk.Da: Det var vinter, og dagene blev korte.En: It was winter, and the days were getting short.Da: I Aarhus sad Lars, en smule nervøs.En: In Aarhus, Lars sat, a little nervous.Da: Han kunne godt lide sit arbejde, men følte sig alligevel usikker.En: He liked his work but still felt unsure.Da: I Odense var Soren vant til denne arbejdsform.En: In Odense, Soren was used to this way of working.Da: Han havde været i teamet i lang tid og var ofte den, der foreslog løsninger, når der opstod problemer.En: He had been in the team for a long time and was often the one suggesting solutions when problems arose.Da: Alle tre arbejdede sammen i en virtuel arbejdsgruppe.En: All three worked together in a virtual workgroup.Da: De kendte kun hinanden gennem computerskærme og havde aldrig mødt hinanden ansigt til ansigt.En: They only knew each other through computer screens and had never met face to face.Da: Freja savnede en dybere forbindelse til de andre.En: Freja missed a deeper connection with the others.Da: Hun ønskede at være en del af noget større, og følelsen af isolation var begyndt at vokse.En: She wanted to be part of something bigger, and the feeling of isolation had begun to grow.Da: "Hvordan kan jeg forbinde med dem?"En: "How can I connect with them?"Da: tænkte hun.En: she thought.Da: Ideen kom til hende, mens hun stirrede ud på sneen.En: The idea came to her while she was staring out at the snow.Da: Hun ville arrangere en virtuel nytårsaften fejring for at bryde isen.En: She would arrange a virtual New Year's Eve celebration to break the ice.Da: Med julelys, musik og lidt hygge kunne det måske bringe dem tættere sammen.En: With Christmas lights, music, and some coziness, it might bring them closer together.Da: Da nytårsaften kom, var Frejas lejlighed fyldt med lys og varme.En: When New Year's Eve arrived, Freja's apartment was filled with light and warmth.Da: Hun loggede på og så Lars og Soren på skærmen.En: She logged on and saw Lars and Soren on the screen.Da: De ønskede hinanden godt nytår, og Freja delte sit oplæg.En: They wished each other a happy New Year, and Freja shared her presentation.Da: De smilede og løsnede op med hver en skål.En: They smiled and relaxed with each toast.Da: Midt i festen skete det.En: In the middle of the party, it happened.Da: Computerens skærm flimrede, og videoen hakkede.En: The computer's screen flickered, and the video stuttered.Da: Lydene blev forvrænget, og kaos brød ud.En: The sounds became distorted, and chaos broke out.Da: Men i stedet for panik begyndte de at grine.En: But instead of panicking, they began to laugh.Da: Ingen kunne undgå latteren.En: No one could resist the laughter.Da: Den tekniske fejl knyttede dem sammen på en sjov og uventet måde.En: The technical glitch brought them together in a funny and unexpected way.Da: Da skærmene igen blev klare, følte de sig tættere end nogensinde før.En: When the screens cleared up again, they felt closer than ever before.Da: De var blevet delt om dette mærkelige, men dejlige øjeblik.En: They had shared this strange but delightful moment.Da: Efter festen lovede de hinanden at holde uformelle møder hver uge.En: After the party, they promised each other to hold informal meetings every week.Da: Freja så på sneen, der stadig faldt udenfor.En: Freja looked at the snow still falling outside.Da: Hun indså, at meningsfulde forbindelser kunne dannes, selv på afstand.En: She realized that meaningful connections could be formed, even at a distance.Da: Det handlede om at dele øjeblikke, små som store.En: It was about sharing moments, big and small.Da: Hun følte sig nu som en integreret del af teamet.En: She now felt like an integral part of the team.Da: Og dermed gik Freja ind i det nye år med et åbent hjerte og en stærkere følelse af fællesskab.En: And thus, Freja entered the new year with an open heart and a stronger sense of community. Vocabulary Words:linger: hængeblanket: tæppeconnection: forbindelseisolation: isolationcelebration: fejringcoziness: hyggeflickered: flimredestuttered: hakkededistorted: forvrængetchaos: kaosglitch: fejlunexpected: uventetintegral: integreretcommunity: fællesskabarrange: arrangeremeaningful: meningsfuldedeeper: dyberepresentation: oplæginformal: uformellewarmth: varmeshiver: kuldegysningscreen: skærmcelebrate: fejrevirtual: virtuelmoment: øjeblikdistance: afstandheart: hjerteteam: teamsnowing: sneedesuggest: foreslå

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Crackling Connections: A New Year's Whisper Across the Miles Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-12-29-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: Alejandro estaba recostado en el sofá de su pequeño departamento en Santiago, mirando las luces de la ciudad a través de la ventana.En: Alejandro was lying on the couch of his small apartment in Santiago, looking at the city lights through the window.Es: Se acercaba la víspera de Año Nuevo, y el calor del verano llenaba el aire.En: New Year's Eve was approaching, and the summer heat filled the air.Es: A pesar del bullicio que anunciaba la llegada del nuevo año, Alejandro tenía la mente en otro lugar.En: Despite the hustle and bustle announcing the arrival of the new year, Alejandro had his mind elsewhere.Es: Su walkie-talkie, que solía usar para comunicarse con Mariela, emitía un leve crujido.En: His walkie-talkie, which he usually used to communicate with Mariela, emitted a slight crackle.Es: A miles de kilómetros en Buenos Aires, Mariela se paseaba por su sala.En: Thousands of kilometers away in Buenos Aires, Mariela was pacing through her living room.Es: Miraba el reloj con preocupación.En: She looked at the clock with concern.Es: Esta noche era especial, pero las dudas sobre el futuro la mantenían inquieta.En: This night was special, but doubts about the future kept her restless.Es: Alejandro y ella llevaban tiempo separados, intentando mantener viva la relación a través de llamadas y mensajes.En: Alejandro and she had been apart for a while, trying to keep the relationship alive through calls and messages.Es: Ella era práctica, quería soluciones, pero la distancia creaba silencios incómodos.En: She was practical, wanting solutions, but the distance created uncomfortable silences.Es: Desde su departamento, Alejandro pensaba en el significado de la señal misteriosa.En: From his apartment, Alejandro pondered the meaning of the mysterious signal.Es: La primera vez que la escuchó fue hace unas semanas, justo después de conversar con Mariela sobre su relación.En: The first time he heard it was a few weeks ago, right after talking to Mariela about their relationship.Es: Pensó que podría ser una interferencia, pero ese crujido se sintió diferente hoy.En: He thought it might be interference, but this crackle felt different today.Es: Era más fuerte, más insistente.En: It was stronger, more insistent.Es: "Alejandro, no te preocupes por eso," le dijo Mariela cuando le comentó sobre la señal.En: "Alejandro, don't worry about that," said Mariela when he mentioned the signal to her.Es: "Debe ser solo un fallo.En: "It must just be a glitch.Es: No tiene sentido perder tiempo en eso."En: It doesn't make sense to waste time on it."Es: Pero Alejandro había decidido seguir su intuición.En: But Alejandro had decided to follow his intuition.Es: La señal llevaba una carga de esperanza, algo que no podía ignorar.En: The signal carried a sense of hope, something he couldn't ignore.Es: "No sé, Mariela," respondió él.En: "I don't know, Mariela," he replied.Es: "Siento que es importante."En: "I feel it's important."Es: A medida que la noche avanzaba, Alejandro sintió que el crujido se volvía más regular.En: As the night progressed, Alejandro felt the crackle became more regular.Es: Guiado por un impulso inexplicable, salió al balcón con el walkie-talkie en mano, intentando captar mejor la dirección de la señal.En: Driven by an inexplicable impulse, he went out onto the balcony with the walkie-talkie in hand, trying to better capture the direction of the signal.Es: Cada paso que daba, cada zumbido que la radio emitía, parecía susurrarle mensajes ocultos.En: Every step he took, every buzz the radio emitted, seemed to whisper hidden messages to him.Es: De repente, a solo unos minutos para medianoche, la señal cobró vida.En: Suddenly, just minutes before midnight, the signal came alive.Es: Un susurro claro salió del walkie-talkie: "Siempre juntos, a pesar de la distancia."En: A clear whisper emerged from the walkie-talkie: "Always together, despite the distance."Es: Alejandro sintió un escalofrío.En: Alejandro felt a shiver.Es: ¿Podría ser un mensaje de alguien más en su misma situación?En: Could it be a message from someone else in his same situation?Es: ¿O era una señal para él y Mariela?En: Or was it a signal for him and Mariela?Es: La medianoche llegó con el cielo iluminado por fuegos artificiales.En: Midnight arrived with the sky illuminated by fireworks.Es: Desde su ventana, Mariela pensaba en Alejandro, imaginando que él también observaba el mismo espectáculo desde Santiago.En: From her window, Mariela thought of Alejandro, imagining that he was also watching the same spectacle from Santiago.Es: En ese momento, decidió llamarlo.En: At that moment, she decided to call him.Es: "Alejandro, feliz Año Nuevo," dijo Mariela, su voz llena de emoción y cariño.En: "Alejandro, happy New Year," said Mariela, her voice filled with emotion and affection.Es: "Feliz Año Nuevo, Mariela," respondió él, con una sonrisa.En: "Happy New Year, Mariela," he replied, smiling.Es: Y por primera vez en mucho tiempo, sintió que todo tenía sentido.En: And for the first time in a long while, he felt that everything made sense.Es: La señal era un recordatorio de que, aunque el camino era complicado, su amor era fuerte.En: The signal was a reminder that, although the path was complicated, their love was strong.Es: A partir de esa noche, Alejandro decidió centrarse menos en las señales y más en fortalecer su comunicación con Mariela.En: From that night on, Alejandro decided to focus less on the signals and more on strengthening his communication with Mariela.Es: Era el comienzo de un año nuevo, con desafíos por enfrentar, pero también con el amor como brújula.En: It was the beginning of a new year, with challenges to face, but also with love as a compass.Es: El misterio de la señal nunca se resolvió del todo, pero para Alejandro y Mariela, se convirtió en una anécdota, en una conexión inesperada que los unió aún más a pesar de la distancia.En: The mystery of the signal was never fully resolved, but for Alejandro and Mariela, it became an anecdote, an unexpected connection that brought them closer despite the distance. Vocabulary Words:the couch: el sofáthe apartment: el departamentothe city lights: las luces de la ciudadthe hustle: el bulliciothe signal: la señalthe crackle: el crujidothe interference: la interferenciathe glitch: el fallothe hope: la esperanzathe intuition: la intuiciónthe impulse: el impulsothe buzz: el zumbidothe whisper: el susurrothe shiver: el escalofríothe fireworks: los fuegos artificialesthe emotion: la emociónthe affection: el cariñothe compass: la brújulathe anecdote: la anécdotathe connection: la conexiónthe distance: la distanciathe path: el caminothe solution: la soluciónthe silence: el silenciothe future: el futurothe living room: la salathe concern: la preocupaciónthe doubt: la dudathe message: el mensajethe relationship: la relación

When Sylvia Hernandez discovered vintage Christmas cards in a university archive, her coworkers didn't understand their significance. But for her, they represented everything familiar about growing up Mexican-American in Waco, Texas.Sylvia Hernandez, outreach and instruction librarian at Baylor University's Texas Collection and a seventh generation Wacoan, traces both sides of her family back to the Mexican Revolution. She has great-great-grandfathers, one on each side of her family tree, who crossed paths in remarkable ways long before their great-grandchildren ever met and fell in love.Through her work preserving Texas history, Sylvia has discovered her own family's story woven into the archives. From the Latin American Methodist church her ancestors helped found to the kindergarten they established for migrant children, her roots run deep in Texas. Her unique perspective as both archivist and descendant reveals how cultural traditions like Las Posadas, midnight Mass, and yes, even mysterious pots of mashed potatoes, create bridges between generations and preserve identity and connection across centuries.Discover how family stories, whether preserved in vintage Christmas cards or passed down at holiday gatherings, strengthen the connections that truly matter.〰️

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The holidays are here. And if you're struggling with an eating disorder, you know exactly what that means—anxiety, overwhelm, and missing the magic happening right in front of you because you're stuck in your head, counting, calculating, and controlling. But what if this year could be different? In this fan fav, I'm getting real about how the eating disorder literally steals decades of precious moments from your life. How many Christmases have you missed because you were trapped in those ED thoughts? How many family gatherings have you sat through physically present but mentally a million miles away? Here's the truth: The present moment is your present. And it's time to stop letting your eating disorder be the Grinch that steals your holiday joy. I'm sharing a powerful realization I had while standing in line with my boys to see Santa—how they were fully immersed in the magic while everyone else (myself included) was rushing, stressing, and missing it. And it reminded me: recovery happens in the NOW. Not in the past with regrets. Not in the future with anxiety. Right here. Right now. In this episode, you'll discover: Why the eating disorder wants to pull you out of the present moment (and how to fight back) The shocking statistics about anxiety during the holidays (and why being present is actually a recovery tool) How 89% of individuals who practice mindfulness during recovery report better outcomes 3 practical ways to choose presence over perfection this holiday season Why your recovery is the most magical gift you can give yourself How to focus on connections over calculations at family gatherings If you're tired of missing the magic. If you're done letting your ED steal another Christmas. If you're ready to be HERE for the moments that matter—this episode is your holiday recovery guide. The present is your present, sis. Let's unwrap it together. KEY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE

What was at the top of your reading list this year? As 2025 draws to a close, we bring back an annual tradition: conversations about favorite books! During part one of this two-part episode, our guests share their favorite books that they read in 2025. Fiction, nonfiction, adult, YA, or kids' books — we discuss it all. Our guests: Emily Clasper, director of the Rochester Public Library and Monroe County Library System Laquanda M. Fields, "the fab librarian" and libraries fellow at NC State University Libraries Michael Solis, executive director of Writers & Books Justin Murphy, freelance journalist, author of "Your Children are Very Greatly in Danger: School Segregation in Rochester, New York," and research and communications coordinator at Our Local History Mona Seghatoleslami, music director, host, and producer for WXXI Classical 91.5 FM  ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

What was at the top of your reading list this year? As 2025 draws to a close, we bring back an annual tradition: conversations about favorite books! During part two of this two-part episode, our guests share their favorite books that they read in 2025. We also want to hear from you.* Fiction, nonfiction, adult, YA, or kids' books — we discuss it all. Our guests: Jim Byrne, adult programming librarian at the Henrietta Public Library Emily Hessney Lynch, owner/founder of Serve Me the Sky Digital; host of the podcast, "It's a Lot;" and adjunct professor at Nazareth University Adrienne Pettinelli, director of the Henrietta Public Library  Linda Sue Park, Newbery medalist and author of "A Long Walk to Water" and "Prairie Lotus," among others Leslie C. Youngblood, author of "Love Like Sky" and "Forever This Summer," among others, and writer and academic advisor at the University of Rochester ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Send us a textImagine this: You see a patient, perform the exam, document the care, your staff submits the claim—to all appearances everything looks right. But then the claim comes back denied. The team may shrug, file it away, mark it unresolved. And the revenue disappears. What you delivered—the service, the documentation, the provider expertise—is lost financially. And more often than you think, this is happening silently. And this is in addition to the money you're losing on adjustments, which we reviewed in our last episode.Today we're diving into an issue that's also quietly eroding the bottom line of many medical groups: claim denials that aren't followed up. The stats are startling: about 20% of medical insurance claims are denied (yes, you heard that correctly: one‑in‑five) and around 65% of those denials are never appealed or corrected. Put those together and you get this: if 20% are denied, and 65% of those are lost, you're effectively giving away 13% of your revenue. That's a huge hit—and yet most practices aren't managing it as one of their top financial risks. Many aren't even aware of it. They've just gotten used to it over the years as an “acceptable loss.”This isn't theory—it's real work you've done, for real patients, with real documentation and care. And if you don't follow up on denials, you're essentially saying someone else's rules are dictating your revenue. For physician groups, this means margin gets squeezed, growth stalls, and independence becomes harder to maintain. All because you're handing over a bunch of money to the payers.Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill's company, Health e Practices' website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: http://21978609.hs-sites.com/newletter-subscriber Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice. 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Find it here: https://healtheps.com/physicians-edge-mastering-buPurchase your copy of Jill's book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig's website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/

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You've set goals before and watched them fall apart six months later. Maybe you thought you had a solid foundation. Maybe you didn't. I'm pulling from 25 years of coaching experience and thousands of hours working with people just like you. What I've learned is this: you need a peaceful base before you chase any goal. Six domains of life that have to be balanced first, or everything crumbles. Think of it like an audio console. Get the levels wrong at the start, and everything downstream is a mess. Get them right, and you can reach for anything. Featured Story My daughter invited me to help with the audio at her church. I produce, I direct, I've got the background. So I stepped in. When you're the audio guy behind that big console, two things are true. You get all the blame. And if you lose control of the balance, you're in serious trouble. Every service starts the same way. You've got 8, 10, 12 people on stage. The very first thing I do is set the foundation - the input levels for every mic, every instrument. Get that wrong, and everything downstream falls apart. Feedback, hot mess, scary stuff. I started thinking about how this applies to life. What if we got the levels right from the beginning? What if we balanced everything before chasing the big goals? That's when the peaceful base concept clicked. Important Points Most people fail at goals because their foundation has cracks they don't even know about. Six domains need balance: time, body, mind, money, relationships, and spirit - in that order. Get these levels right first, and you can chase the biggest goals without upsetting your peaceful base. Memorable Quotes "Time is yours. It's limited in what you have. There's only so much time in the day, and everything you do will take time." "Financial security provides true choice. It's mobility in life." "Connections that are nurtured, not sacrificed." Scott's Three-Step Approach Take inventory of the six domains and identify where you're out of balance right now. Fix the small challenges first before setting any big goals for next year. Maintain that peaceful base as you grow so you don't mess up what you've got. Chapter Notes 0:35 - Why goals fail and foundations crack 1:26 - The peaceful base concept revealed 2:51 - Church audio story and the balance metaphor 4:28 - Setting levels and maintaining control 6:29 - The six domains that create balance 9:27 - Unity and keeping what you've built Connect With Me Search for the Daily Boost on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Instagram: @heyscottsmith Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this episode, we're diving deep into LinkedIn lead generation strategy with a special recording from a recent LinkedIn Live session.(Note: You can watch the live replay here

Alfred University President Mark Zupan conducted an experiment in one of his recent courses. It entailed removing smartphones and other devices from the classroom and requiring students to participate and interact with each other regarding the course content. In an op-ep for the Democrat and Chronicle, Zupan wrote that students were uneasy at first, but came to embrace the lack of technology. He joins us to talk about the implications. Our guest:Mark Zupan, Ph.D., president of Alfred University---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Democrats won big in the recent election. We talk with local Democratic Party leaders about the state of local politics, the national scene, and what they'd like to see their party do next. Our guests: Stephen DeVay, chair of the Monroe County Democratic Committee Anthony Plonczynski-Figueroa, executive vice-chair of the Monroe County Democratic Committee and leader of the Greece Democratic Committee ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Notes Matthew 2:13-23 Isaiah 63:7-9 Hebrews 2:10-18 Summary In this episode of the Pulpit Fiction Podcast, hosts Robb McCoy and Eric Fistler discuss the lectionary readings for the first Sunday of Christmas, focusing on Matthew 2:13-23, the flight to Egypt, and the implications of Herod's tyranny. They explore themes of hospitality, the significance of the Old Testament connections, and the faithfulness of God as highlighted in Isaiah 63. The conversation also delves into the humanity of Christ as presented in Hebrews 2, emphasizing the ongoing relevance of the incarnation in today's context. Takeaways The podcast discusses the lectionary readings for the first Sunday of Christmas. Attendance challenges during the holiday season are common for many churches. The flight to Egypt is a significant and often overlooked part of the Christmas story. Herod's actions reflect the tyranny and fear of oppressive regimes. The theme of hospitality is crucial in the context of the Holy Family's journey. Connections between the Old Testament and New Testament are explored. Isaiah 63 highlights God's faithfulness amidst human struggles. Hebrews 2 emphasizes the humanity of Christ and his understanding of human suffering. The ongoing relevance of the incarnation is discussed in relation to modern issues. The podcast encourages reflection on the themes of hope and redemption. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Pulpit Fiction Podcast 02:47 Reflections on Christmas and Attendance Challenges 06:00 Exploring the Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:13-23 12:09 The Significance of the Flight to Egypt 18:01 Herod's Tyranny and the Theme of Refugees 23:50 The Role of Hospitality in the Holy Family's Journey 30:11 Connecting the Old Testament and New Testament Themes 35:46 Isaiah 63: God's Faithfulness Amidst Human Struggles 42:03 Understanding Hebrews 2: The Humanity of Christ 47:50 The Ongoing Relevance of the Incarnation 54:09 Conclusion and Reflections on the Podcast  

This week saw two shootings in the US that made national and international headlines. The suspected gunman and one of the victims were from Portugal. Also, Australia's government has vowed to tighten firearms laws, toughen hate-speech measures and curtail immigration in the wake of Sunday's massacre at a Jewish Hanukkah festival. And, the European Union has agreed to provide Ukraine with a $105 billion interest-free loan to cover vital economic and military needs. Plus, a look at the origins of latkes. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Rob and Michele Reiner spent nearly two decades trying to save their son Nick from addiction. They sent him to rehab seventeen times. They let him live in their guesthouse. They made a movie together about his struggles. And when counselors warned them that Nick was lying and manipulating them, they eventually rejected that advice — publicly apologizing for ever believing the professionals over their own son. Now Rob and Michele are dead, allegedly stabbed by Nick in their Brentwood home the night after a Christmas party where they'd asked the host if they could bring him just to keep an eye on him. This isn't a story about demonizing people in addiction. It's about understanding how addiction rewires family systems — how the people who love an addict the most can become the most vulnerable to manipulation, enabling, and ultimately, danger. It's about how boundaries aren't abandonment. How love without limits can become the weapon used against you. And how sometimes, the only way to survive is to walk away — even when every instinct tells you to stay. The Reiners had every resource imaginable. Money. Connections. Access to the best treatment programs in the country. None of it was enough. Because there's no amount of money that can force an adult to get sober. There's no love powerful enough to override someone's autonomy when they're using that autonomy to destroy themselves — and you. This is the story of what happens when parents refuse to give up. And what it cost them. #RobReiner #NickReiner #MicheleReiner #TrueCrime #Addiction #FamilyTragedy #Brentwood #BeingCharlie #MentalHealth #Manipulation Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Rhaina Cohen (author of The Other Significant Others) joins us to reframe how we think about friendship: past, present, and possible futures. Rhaina explains why intense platonic bonds once held public, ritualized importance (think “sworn brotherhoods” and romantic friendships of the 17th–19th centuries), how marriage’s role shifted to demand emotional everything-ness, and why that cultural shift squeezed out space for friendships. What you'll get out of this episode: The friendship that inspired Rhaina's book Historical models of deep same-sex friendship and how they differ from modern assumptions Why modern romantic relationships often eclipse friendship and why that harms us Real-life choices Rhaina and her husband made (communal living, prioritizing friends) and practical tips to preserve friendships How to be a better friend: rituals, calendars, play, and honest conversation Handling jealousy and myths about opposite-sex friendships If you want to build stronger platonic connections, rethink where you live and who you share life with, or simply appreciate how friendship can anchor a life, this episode is for you.