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What happens when one of the world's most legendary tropical fruit hunters, permaculture pioneers, and community builders sits down to talk about plants, purpose, spirituality, and the future of humanity? In this deeply inspiring conversation, Darin Olien welcomes longtime friend, ethnobotanist, permaculture educator, and visionary community creator Stephen Brooks for a wide-ranging exploration of regenerative living, plant intelligence, community building, food systems, and humanity's forgotten relationship with nature. From the global success of Down to Earth with Zac Efron to the creation of the Church of Fruit, the evolution of permaculture, tropical fruit exploration, regenerative communities, and Stephen's newest visionary project in Costa Rica, this conversation is a powerful reminder that the solutions to many of humanity's biggest challenges may already exist within nature itself. The question is whether we are willing to listen.     What You'll Learn How Down to Earth almost never made it to air The hidden challenge of translating complex ideas to mass audiences Why Stephen created the Church of Fruit How ritual, food, and community can fill a modern spiritual void What permaculture actually means beyond gardening Why perennial agriculture may be one of humanity's most important solutions How exotic fruit hunters are preserving genetic diversity around the world Why plants may be humanity's greatest teachers The future of regenerative communities and conscious living How technology is helping preserve indigenous wisdom Stephen's newest Costa Rican project: Eterna Why community, gathering, and real human connection matter more than ever     Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality 00:02:27 – Introducing Stephen Brooks 00:02:51 – The Down to Earth connection 00:03:18 – Punta Mona, Alegría Village, and 30 years in Costa Rica 00:03:36 – Stephen's newest project: Eterna 00:03:53 – The rise of the Church of Fruit 00:04:19 – Reconnecting people through nature and ritual 00:04:59 – How Darin and Stephen first connected 00:06:02 – The creation of Down to Earth 00:07:26 – The challenges of bringing meaningful content to mainstream audiences 00:09:58 – Life off-grid and observing modern culture 00:11:42 – Why education works best through experience 00:11:55 – The spiritual purpose behind the Church of Fruit 00:12:53 – Addressing modern society's spiritual void 00:13:57 – Stephen as a bridge between humans and plants 00:14:32 – The language of plants 00:16:20 – Why humanity has become disconnected from nature 00:16:56 – The incredible world of exotic fruits 00:18:31 – Plant collectors, seed preservation, and biodiversity 00:20:25 – Discovering new fruits from around the world 00:22:18 – Indigenous wisdom and preserving plant knowledge 00:23:05 – The culture of radical sharing in the plant community 00:24:22 – Sponsor: Shakeology 00:25:59 – The importance of preserving rare genetics 00:30:14 – What permaculture actually means 00:31:12 – Regenerative agriculture and the future of food 00:32:29 – Why current food systems cannot continue 00:33:25 – The concept of the perennial diet 00:34:50 – Meeting human needs with less energy 00:36:07 – Permaculture as a decision-making framework 00:37:47 – Why annual agriculture is energy intensive 00:38:50 – Creating abundance through design 00:39:49 – Learning directly from nature 00:40:29 – How disconnected society has become 00:41:18 – Covid, collective behavior, and social change 00:42:05 – The role of education in transformation 00:42:56 – Building EcoTeach and online communities 00:43:27 – Becoming a "karmic billionaire" 00:44:08 – Why consumer demand is changing the food industry 00:45:23 – Signs humanity is waking up 00:46:26 – Stephen's vision for the future 00:47:19 – Eterna: regenerative living meets community 00:48:42 – Creating event spaces for transformation 00:49:29 – Educational hospitality and regenerative design 00:50:08 – Integrating local communities into development 00:51:30 – Building schools, programs, and shared resources 00:52:03 – Music, festivals, and creating meaningful culture 00:53:17 – Floresta and educational gatherings 00:54:22 – Why community matters more than ever 00:55:12 – Loneliness, connection, and finding your tribe 00:56:01 – Not Your Average Garden Club 00:56:56 – The future of farm schools and regenerative education 00:57:25 – Final reflections on purpose, plants, and possibility     Thank You to Our Sponsors Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order. Shakeology: Get 15% off with code DARINO1BODI at Shakeology.com.     Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Stephen Brooks Website: eterna.earth Education: Ecoversity Instagram: @stephenrbrooks Join the World's Largest Garden Club Here! Attend: The Church of Fruit     Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness     Key Takeaway "Nature is not something separate from us—it is the original teacher, the original technology, and the original community. The more we align ourselves with the principles that forests, ecosystems, and living systems have been demonstrating for millions of years, the more abundance, connection, resilience, and purpose we create in our own lives. The future may not require inventing something entirely new—it may simply require remembering what nature has been trying to teach us all along."

Imagine throwing away your antidepressants and never needing them again. For about 85% of the people who sit with Dr. Jeff McNairy, that is exactly what happens. He is the Chief Medical Officer of Rythmia, the world's only medically licensed ayahuasca retreat, and he looks at the most stigmatized corner of mental health through a clinical lens: the chemistry, the screening, the data, and the integration work that decides whether change lasts. Meet our guest Dr. Jeff McNairy holds a doctorate in psychology and a master's in public health from UCLA. He ran locked psychiatric units in Pasadena and was administrative director of Passages Malibu before trying plant medicine himself in 2014. For 25+ years he has worked at the intersection of Western psychology and indigenous medicine, and today he runs the medical operation and Costa Rican licensing for Rythmia. Thank you to our partners Outliyr Biohacker's Peak Performance Shop: get exclusive discounts on cutting-edge health, wellness, & performance gear Ultimate Health Optimization Deals: a database of of all the current best biohacking deals on technology, supplements, systems and more Latest Summits, Conferences, Masterclasses, and Health Optimization Events: join me at the top events around the world FREE Outliyr Nootropics Mini-Course: gain mental clarity, energy, motivation, and focus Key takeaways Ayahuasca pairs DMT with an MAOI vine so the compound survives digestion and reaches the brain It activates a gene that links the amygdala to the prefrontal cortex, letting stored trauma surface and release About 85% of guests who came off antidepressants to attend never go back on them Rythmia turns away ~22 people a day for SSRIs, benzodiazepines, heart conditions, bipolar 1, schizophrenia, or type 1 diabetes The ceremony is the start, not the finish: every guest gets a free 13-week integration program A "psychosomatic" purge (vomiting, yawning, sweating) is how the body lets go of held emotion Intention plus meditation may drive a real epigenetic effect, per emerging UK research The biggest red flag in plant medicine is a retreat without firm staff-guest boundaries Episode highlights 00:00 Intro 02:25 What ayahuasca actually is (DMT + MAOI) 05:22 What a week at Rythmia looks like 10:22 How emotions get stored in the body 12:31 85% come off antidepressants and don't go back 17:19 The free 13-week aftercare program 38:41 Foods that pull you out of the medicine 48:51 Testing biological age before and after 51:31 How Rythmia measures success (98%) 53:42 Breaking the hippie stereotype 57:59 When NOT to do ayahuasca 1:05:57 What he's building next   Links Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/N6SdiFFKFTY  Full episode show notes: https://outliyr.com/263  Connect with Nick on social media Instagram Twitter (X) YouTube LinkedIn Easy ways to support Subscribe Leave an Apple Podcast review Suggest a guest Do you have questions, thoughts, or feedback for us? Let me know in the show notes above and one of us will get back to you! Be an Outliyr, Nick

A week in the Costa Rican jungle cracked something open in Krista and she's not putting herself back together the same way!What began as a retreat experience turned into a deep unraveling of old identities, people-pleasing patterns, the need for male validation, and the lifelong habit of abandoning herself to be loved.Through sacred conversations, plant medicine, ecstatic dance, emotional breakthroughs, and witnessing the raw stories of others, Krista found herself confronting what authenticity actually looks like when you stop performing and start telling the truth.This episode is vulnerable, emotional, deeply reflective, and very much unfolding in real time.In this episode:The moments that became more healing than the retreat itselfLearning how to fully be yourself without needing everyone's approvalReclaiming feminine power through movement, expression, and embodimentPregnancy, slowing down, and softening into a new season of lifeWhy authentic stories create deeper connection than polished perfectionIf you've been craving deeper connection, real honesty, and a place where you can finally stop holding it all together and just be yourself, this episode is for you.

Puerto Viejo's Caribbean cuisine blends Afro-Caribbean, Indigenous, and Costa Rican influences through coconut milk, seafood, tropical spices, and slow-cooked comfort food. These are the essential dishes and flavors visitors should experience at https://www.wearegigi.com/ GigiO Restaurant Puerto Viejo City: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca Address: Stanford's Square Website: https://www.wearegigi.com/ Phone: +1 786 6517997 Email: Ckinay@marketingtreasure.com

AI can write your design doc. It can build your storyboard. It can draft your script, your rubric, your assessment, your video outline, and half of your e-learning module before lunch. So what's left for the instructional designer?According to Jonathan De La Cruz, everything that actually matters.Jonathan is an instructional designer at a supply chain company and at a Plano, Texas startup building an AI-assisted learning management system. But before all of that, he was a music educator. He worked at DePauw University and Indiana University. He played mariachi on weekends, jazz combos, cathedral gigs, Costa Rican punk reggae, full symphonies. He didn't know "instructional designer" was a job title. He just knew he loved video editing, building websites, and figuring out how learning actually happens.In this conversation, Jonathan and I talk about the parts of instructional design AI is genuinely making faster and the parts no model will ever touch. The language you use when you collaborate. The way you receive feedback. The relationships you build before you ever press record on a training. The reason someone will or won't watch what you built.Jonathan also breaks down the custom AI agent he trained on his reviewers' feedback patterns to cut his iteration cycles from version 5 down to version 2. He shares how he manages a tech stack that includes Articulate, Camtasia, Arcade, Figma Make, Claude Code, Gemini, NotebookLM, and Perplexity, and why he just bought a Claude Code membership last week.If you're an instructional designer wondering where you still fit, an educator thinking about transitioning into ID, or anyone trying to figure out what the human in the loop actually does, this episode is for you.

In this intimate and inspiring conversation, Anna talks with award-winning ceramic artist Hannie Goldgewicht, whose work blends wheel-thrown pottery with pine-needle basketry — a unique hybrid rooted in her Costa Rican upbringing, her travels throughout Latin America and beyond, and her lifelong devotion to handmade craft.Hannie's creative journey began in childhood, learning soldering and jewelry-making from her mother, experimenting with every medium imaginable, and eventually studying sculpture at the Universidad de Costa Rica with honors. She later traveled the world, apprenticed with master artists, and built a career that has earned her multiple Best in Show awards, features in American Craft Council Magazine, and an invitation to the prestigious Cheongju International Craft Biennale in Korea.Alongside her husband and creative partner, artist and model-maker Leo Gotlibowski, Hannie has also created life-size sculptures for the Costa Rican Pre-Columbian Gold Museum — work that is now on permanent display.In this episode, we explore:• Hannie's lifelong relationship with clay — and why ceramics remains her creative home• The grounding, meditative, deeply human qualities of handmade craft• How she balances being both an artist and a business owner• The surprising ways creativity shows up in the business side of her work• What it takes to stay committed through the “messy middle” — the long uncertain stretch all artists face• How Hannie navigated doubts, pivots, and experimentation in her early career• Her practices for returning to curiosity when inspiration feels far away• The importance of patience, devotion, and staying close to the materials you loveThis is a conversation about art, but it's also a conversation about resilience, craft, and what it means to build a life anchored in creativity over the long term. Connect with Hannie• Website: https://www.hanniegold.com/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanniegoldart Connect with Anna• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anna_holtzman/• Website: https://www.annaholtzman.com/• Free workshop — Let Yourself Be Seen: https://www.annaholtzman.com/beseen

Investigative journalist Geoff White has spent a lot of time inside the leaked communications of Conti — the Russian ransomware gang that ran like a corporation, hit Ireland's national health service, extorted the Costa Rican government, and pulled in $180 million in a single year. Geoff joins us to break down how Conti operated, the internal moral debate over hitting hospitals, the jewellery heist that spooked them into apologizing to Saudi royals, and how he tracked down rare video of the gang's elusive alleged boss, a man almost nobody had ever seen. It's a preview of his new BBC series Cyber Hack, dropping June 1st. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailIn this solo episode of Queerly Beloved, Wil shares reflections from a recent journey to Costa Rica, where he sat with Grandmother Ayahuasca and received powerful teachings about aliveness.After moving through a season of heaviness, collective grief, personal transition, and emotional numbness, Wil felt called back to the jungle through a series of signs and synchronicities. What unfolded was a deep remembering: that aliveness is not just joy or happiness, but the willingness to feel the full range of human emotion like grief, gratitude, desire, tenderness, fear, sensuality, wonder, and everything in between.Wil explores how the jungle itself became part of the medicine: the river, the organic meals, the nourishing conversations, the singing, the dancing, the screen-free spaciousness, and the daily ritual of swimming naked in the cold flowing water of the Tulärí River.This episode is an invitation to examine where we may be numbing out, where we may have turned down the volume on our own lives, and what it means to return to the body, the heart, and the sacred experience of being fully here.This episode is for anyone who has been feeling numb, disconnected, overwhelmed, or like they are watching their life instead of fully living it.May it serve as a reminder that your aliveness is already within you, waiting to be remembered.You are not here just to just get through your life. You are here to live it.Wil will be returning to the same retreat center in Costa Rica mentioned here to host an Awakened Hearts New Year's Eve Retreat: A Jungle Journey into Connection, Authenticity and Aliveness.This 7-day retreat will be an intimate gathering for GBTQ men to reconnect with their hearts, release old stories and patterns, and step into more authentic and alive ways of being, while being surrounded by the beauty of the Costa Rican jungle.To learn more, visit: https://www.wil-fullyliving.com/awakened-hearts-nyeSupport the show

Are you coming for an echtra, or ancient Irish outing to the otherworld, with artist Louis Haugh? Paddy Woodworth is waiting within, the greatest ever photobook of Costa Rican caterpillars in his hands; and Welsh triple harpist Cerys Hafana recounts a harp journey away from everything that is high, washy or angelic.

From UN humanitarian missions to a treasure trove of vintage strings—this episode is a journey across the globe and through the fretboard. On today's WOAFM99 In Conversation special, Oliver Sean welcomes Jeremy Bogen from Leave The Bones live into the studio. Jeremy opens up about his fascinating life, spanning his work with the United Nations and his travels around the world before finding his musical home in Costa Rica. And for the gearheads and guitar lovers: we've got a very special "Show and Tell" segment! Oliver and Jeremy pull out their favorite guitars to share the backstories, the specs, and the history behind the instruments that shaped their sound. If you love the smell of wood and the stories behind the strings, you won't want to miss this. We also bring you this week's Certified Indie Songs of the Week, featuring: Darryl Scotti – State of Mind (Remix) The Silvers – Day by Day The Forgetful Listener – Song De La Salle Mikey Jacobs – Autistic Stars Eggmen Road – Better Than Whiskey Leave The Bones – Note on a Desk Jacques Péna – Je Suis En Rouge LLP0 Bernard Cotê – C'est un Manque As Is – Better Than Anything The Cautious Arc – You're Gonna Want Me Back Watch the Companion Episode Check out the video highlights, including the guitar show-and-tell, on Oliver Sean's YouTube channel. Get the #InsiderInfo on the music scene and Oliver's personal take on the artists who made the cut this week.

Episode 95: In this episode of Roast It Yourself, Stephen and Catherine tackle a listener question from a coffee newcomer diving headfirst into both home brewing and roasting. They break down what makes certain green coffees more beginner-friendly—highlighting why washed Central American beans (especially Costa Rican) are a great place to start thanks to their consistency and ease of roasting. The conversation then shifts to one of the most overlooked elements in coffee: water. From mineral content to filtration options, they explain why your water can make or break your cup and share practical, renter-friendly solutions to improve your brewing at home. Whether you're just getting started or looking to level up your setup, this episode is packed with approachable tips to help you roast with confidence and brew better-tasting coffee. Have a question of your own? Send it in and you might be featured in a future episode! SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: questions@riypod.com NOTES: Follow Our Instagram Account @RIY_POD CHECK US OUT HERE: Coffee Bean Corral YouTube Coffee Bean Corral Website Current Crop Roasting Shop Website Rancher Wholesale Website

In today's episode, Gastor and Shalewa talk about Costa Rican snakes, long term hospital stays and the passing of a surfing legend.PATREON LAUNCH!For all those that have asked how they can help support the pod - it's finally here! Thanks again to all the Troops and Correspondents who rock with us. Check it out - we'll have some exclusive content and fun perks, plus it really does help!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/WarReportPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Many Thanks to our Patreon Troops & Correspondents for helping us bring this show to life. Shouts to the Correspondents!Tanya WeimanFontayne WoodsMark OrellanaB. EmmerichCharlene BankAskewCharlatan the FraudCynthia PongKen MogulSayDatAgain SayDatAgainLaKai DillStephanie GayleUncleJoe StylenoshCato from StonoJennifer PedersenMarcusSarah PiardAna MathambaLooking to further support? Help our data storage/archiving needs here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/23X55OW4CFU8Y?ref_=wl_share⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram:@WarReportPod@SilkyJumbo@GastorAlmonteTwitter:@SilkyJumbo@GastorAlmonteTheme music "Guns Go Cold" provided by Kno of Knomercyproductions Twitter: @Kno Instagram: @KnoMercyProductions

Costa Rican star Debi Nova joins field biologist and Re:wild's Mesoamerica Director Esteban Brenes-Mora for our first-ever Central American taping. Recorded in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, the conversation centers on Debi's album Todo Puede Convertirse en Canción (“Everything Can Become a Song”), exploring the challenges and gifts of rewilding, what drives Costa Rica's remarkable biodiversity, Debi's impression of the Judas bird—the Cristofué (“it was Christ”)—the bathroom habits of tapirs, and what it means to find balance and coexistence between humans, animals, and the ecosystems we share. Read the transcript of this episode:https://www.singforscience.org/transcripts/debi-nova-todo-puede-convertirse-en-cancinFor further reading and listening:Improving Health and Well-Being Through Nature - W.H.O.https://www.who.int/europe/activities/improving-health-and-well-being-through-natureCosta Rica's Tapir Resurgence Sparks Hope for ‘Gardeners of the Forest' - thegef.orghttps://www.thegef.org/newsroom/feature-stories/costa-ricas-tapir-resurgence-sparks-hope-gardeners-forestDebi Nova: Todo Puede Convertirse en Canciónhttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5OUSPO2MSCouIXwisPnaMjCs_4Gl7LhhAbout the Guests:Debi NovaSinger, songwriter, dancer, and multi-instrumentalist from San Jose, Costa Rica. She's considered the most successful Costa Rican artist in history, and the most streamed Costa Rican artist on Spotify.debinova.comEsteban Brenes-MoraConservation biologist specializing in wildlife management, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable development across Mesoamerica.https://www.rewild.org/team/esteban-brenes-mora

Hello Writers! I'm Valerie Ihsan, and this is Episode 207 of the podcast and it's March 31, 2026 as I record this.  Main Topic:  Changing the Way You Put Words on the Page: A conversation between two writers recovering from burnout and trying to get back to the page (Part of the series on "Starting Over Again, or Coming Back to Yourself and Your Writing") In this conversation, we talk about: burnout and then fear of burnout learning in public podcasting/building business/creating content journaling is still writing doing things gives us energy and structure/managing energy levels test the boundaries starting libraries (reminds me of The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek)  paying attention to your body building structure to hold the growth content time vs creative time (I can do both.) What's the (mentally) lowest risk way of doing things for me? changing the way we put words on the page tricking self to do things (even writing) "back door" way in to writing in different patterns to avoid the emotional weight/responsibility ID list or the butter of the book. What will make me want to go back to the page and spend time with the characters. outlining  reinventing self as a writer what gives us satisfaction while writing a book identity  connections with other writers accountability  writing sprints (Rachael Says Write) writing times/routines brainstorming Costa Rican writing workshop ideas   PATREON: Thank you to my existing patrons for believing in my work offline and here in the podcast.  I've just revamped my Patreon Page. I'm so so so pleased with it and proud of my work in simplifying it. Too many pay walls and exclusions. Now it is fresh and easy. If you are a patron, in either tier, you get all my content, always. You can support me and my dreams and my writing and my aligned author life for $11.11 USD, and I will be so so grateful. Truly. Heart to heart. Gratitude for your gifts. If you want coaching too (with TWO LIVE CALLS EACH MONTH, you can BACK me at $55.55/mo USD). You will NEVER find coaching sessions for less money than this. If you've ever wanted continued support for your writing and accountability for your projects, this is the way to do it.    Become a patron of the arts and of me at Patreon.com/valerieihsan. And you can support my friend and colleague and Resident Ghostwriter and Friend of the Podcast author Erick Mertz at Patreon.com/strangeairstories for short stories in the paranormal mystery genre. He's a really great writer.     Announcements/Author Updates: doctors appointments, vet appts, try again for Starlink in another month   What are you reading? Just finished:   March Sisters : On Life, Death, and Little Women by Kate Bolick, Jenny Zhang, Carmen Maria Machado, and Jane Smiley   Back-burner Books: (Still on the stack but haven't finished reading them yet...) Wild Dark Shore (Charlotte McConaghy) We Need Your Art: Stop Messing Around and Make Something (Amie McNee) (resource tip)*** Creative Act (Rick Rubin)  Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman;      (Main Topic):  Changing the Way We Put Words on the Page with guest Crys Cain @itscryscain   Notes: Relationship/divorce "I don't believe in romance" ; dropped the series, Nov 22/23: shoulder freeze chronic pain plus emotional burnout, moved to small town, coasting on income from royalties, volunteering language conversation, exchange ...  Reading craft books a way to get back in, podcasts don't work so well anymore.  Identity: on the edge of burnout, scheduled 5-7 new things since February (don't add more for a month), routine, more energy for doing things.; worry about always being on the edge of burnout for my whole life. Resentment is a sign that it's not feeding me. Just awareness, not limiting. Consistent, emotional costs, pacing, checks and balances, Introvert, autism, person hangover, recovery day, test the boundaries ("Do I have space for this?")  Library Book Trailer mobile Lowest risk: notebook Trick self into washing dishes, write one sentence, put one sock away. Just get started. Back door way in that doesn't have the emotional weight/ responsibility.  Be creative in different patterns. What's the 'butter' in your story? Reinventing Self as Writer. Being around other writers really helps to feel connection and fulfillment and accountability.      And don't forget: Go to valerieihsan.com to schedule a free consultation to see if Aligned Author is right for you.   Find Us:   Valerie's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/valerieihsan (Find Passion Planner discount codes here.) Erick's Linktree link: https://linktr.ee/erickmertzauthor

5 TAKE HOME TIPS FOR GETTING STARTED ANYWHERE ON YOUR JOURNEY HOME Starting a series on "Starting Over Again, or Coming Back to Yourself and Your Writing"  (Next several episodes will have this flavor because I think we all get lost sometimes and struggle to get back to the page, get back to ourselves. I'm been struggling with this for a couple of years (I'm not going to lie and Instagram filter for you) and with my long journey to Costa Rica via car and my one-month anniversary of living in Costa Rica, I thought today would be a great day to talk about AND to revisit this struggle. I want to use my new location, my hero's journey road trip, and the new moon to ritualize this Starting Over Again, With Purpose. And so it is. PATREON: Thank you to my existing patrons for believing in my work offline and here in the podcast.  I've just revamped my Patreon Page. I'm so so so pleased with it and proud of my work in simplifying it. Too many pay walls and exclusions. Now it is fresh and easy.  If you are a patron, in either tier, you get all my content, always. You can support me and my dreams and my writing and my aligned author life for $11.11 USD, and I will be so so grateful. Truly. Heart to heart. Gratitude for your gifts. If you want coaching too (with TWO LIVE CALLS EACH MONTH, you can BACK me at $55.55/mo USD). You will NEVER find coaching sessions for less money than this. If you've ever wanted continued support for your writing and accountability for your projects, this is the way to do it.  Become a patron of the arts and of me at Patreon.com/valerieihsan. And you can support my friend and colleague and Resident Ghostwriter and Friend of the Podcast author Erick Mertz at Patreon.com/strangeairstories for short stories in the paranormal mystery genre. He's a really great writer. Segment 1 (Announcements/Author Updates): settling in to rental home with a view thinking about lifestyle vlogging about Costa Rican life fired up with new content ideas written a couple of essays (published one on my Patreon page) (can access it for free using the free trial option on Patreon page.)     What are you reading? Valerie: a cozy fantasy called the crescent moon tearoom by Stacy sivinski   Wild Dark Shore (Charlotte McConaghy) We Need Your Art: Stop Messing Around and Make Something (Amie McNee) (resource tip)*** Creative Act (Rick Rubin)        Segment 3 (Main Topic):   Notes: let yourself be imperfect let yourself be uncomfortable (bored, annoyed, fearful) let there not be rules (write for the one, write for you) Let yourself feel inspired (explore what that is for you: nature walk, fresh air, meditation, feeling good in your body) start small (short timed blocks, write one phrase) #puravidabound  And don't forget: Go to valerieihsan.com to schedule a free consultation to see if Aligned Author is right for you. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/valerieihsan  Erick's Linktree link: https://linktr.ee/erickmertzauthor Patreons:  https://patreon.com/valerieihsan    https://patreon.com/strangeairmysteries Tools: ProWriting Aid: https://prowritingaid.com/?afid=9378 (affiliate link)

GIVEAWAY - send us a message and let us know your favorite thing about the Square Pizza Pod. We are giving away SchermCo swag to the first three people that send us a note!In this episode of the Square Pizza Pod, Greg welcomes Samantha Lurie Carroll and Sylvester Chisom, co-founders of Show Me The World Project, to share how a single school trip idea grew into a multi-city nonprofit helping high school students from under-resourced communities see – and shape – the world. They walk through the journey from a “show me Costa Rica” classroom project to a yearlong program that blends leadership development, entrepreneurship, workforce skills, and first-time international travel, plus the student-driven coffee business that emerged from a visit to a Costa Rican farm.Samantha and Sylvester also open up about the real behind-the-scenes work of going from scraping together $2,500 grants to securing six-figure investments, building a trusted brand, and “responsibly replicating” their model beyond St. Louis without losing their roots in student voice and community.In this episode, you'll learn more about:How students' reactions to an inequitable “school swap” experience sparked the original vision for Show Me The World ProjectWhat a yearlong leadership, entrepreneurship, and global learning journey actually looks like for high school students in St. Louis and Kansas CityHow a visit to a coffee farm turned into a student-led social enterprise and the Show Me The Cause fundraising platformThe mindset shifts and concrete steps that helped Show Me The World move from tiny grassroots grants to major foundation investmentsWhy honoring your word, embracing “no” as fuel for innovation, and adding earned revenue are core to building a resilient, mission-driven nonprofitSupport the show

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All plants are toxic to varying degrees. I haven't changed my mind on that. But recently our oldest daughter came up with a business idea: – making salves from plantain leaves infused in beeswax and olive oil for their antibacterial properties — and it got me thinking about the role plants actually play in our household despite the fact that we're very much an animal-based, meat-centric family. The truth is, we do eat plants. We always have. The foundation hasn't changed — meat, organs, eggs, dairy and bone broth make up the vast majority of our calories, and comparing the nutrient content of beef liver to kale isn't a close fight. But adhering to an animal-based dietary framework doesn't mean plants are the enemy in every context. The oldest use case is medicinal. Aspirin comes from willow bark, metformin from the French lilac, morphine from poppies. I'm not eating willow bark for lunch, but if I have a headache, it makes perfect sense. Turmeric targets inflammatory pathways, ginger helps with nausea, and oregano oil has been one of our go-to remedies for respiratory and gut infections for years.  These aren't calories or micronutrients — we get those from animals. But for targeted medicinal use, plants have earned their place. Then there's flavor and the cultural connection that comes with food. Rosemary on a lamb roast, fresh basil on sourdough pizza, the smell of garlic roasting in a pan — those things make food better.  Food is family connection, tradition, and cultural identity. My wife is Costa Rican, I'm from Europe, and we grew up with certain meals that bring the family together. Some of those include plant-based ingredients, and the value of sharing that meal can override the marginal downsides. The real nuance is preparation. Fermenting, sprouting, soaking, peeling cooking — these methods can meaningfully reduce anti-nutrients like lectins and phytic acid.  We peel, slice, and ferment sweet potatoes in a saline solution for three days, which lowers the glycemic index and breaks down a lot of the problematic compounds.  We soak rice overnight and cook it in fresh water.  None of this turns plants into superfoods, but it makes them significantly more compatible with a species-appropriate diet – especially if you're sourcing organic or growing them yourself. The practical framework is straightforward: 80 to 90% quality animal foods, 10 to 20% well-chosen, well-prepared plants. If you're already eating nose to tail and building around nutrient density, you've won the big battle. The plant question is just fine-tuning. Learn More: My Animal-Based Food List (Free Download): https://michaelkummer.com/food-list/ MEAT vs. PLANTS (What's Better for Your Health?): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqKzO_PkD-k&utm Plants vs. Meat: Why I Stopped Eating Veggies: https://michaelkummer.com/plants-vs-meat 99: Plants vs Animals: Why Meat Beats Plants for Nutrition: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/99-plants-vs-animals-why-meat-beats-plants-for-nutrition 49: From Almonds to Spinach: Dr. Schindler on Avoiding Common Dietary Traps: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/49-from-almonds-to-spinach-dr-schindler-on-avoiding-common-dietary-traps/  Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Apollo Neuro! Apollo is a wearable that delivers gentle vibrations to calm your nervous system and help your body stay in a restful state through the night. I've been wearing it for years and still notice a measurable difference — higher HRV and a lower resting heart rate on nights I use it. That's not placebo. That's my nervous system responding differently. If your sleep issues feel stress-related — and honestly, most of them are — Apollo is worth trying. To learn more, visit apolloneuro.com/michaelkummer and use code PRIMALSHIFT for $60 off. In this episode: 00:00 Intro  02:47 Animal-Based foundation 03:35 Plants as medicine 06:54 Flavor and food culture 10:34 Fermentation and prep 15:04 Plant tiers and avoids 16:42 Final thoughts Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health. 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Will Denis Bouanga get back to his high-scoring ways? Will Son Heung-min join the offensive party? Will Hugo Lloris keep another clean sheet? All these questions and more will be answered tomorrow, as LAFC takes on Costa Rican giant Alajuelense in a CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16 match! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#costarica #horror #folklore Love this? Check out our Patreon where there are ZERO ads ALWAYS! www.patreon.com/hauntedcitypodcast.com"Men who act a fool will be destroyed."In this special edition of The Most Haunted City on Earth, Madison is preparing for her journey to Costa Rica, but she isn't going without a warning. While the world knows the legend of La Llorona, Costa Rica holds a uniquely terrifying collection of folklore designed to keep people on the "righteous path"—or else.Here's the link to the video we talked about regarding the El Cadejo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CiFl6N4D1yEFrom La Seguia, the beautiful woman who hides a skeletal horse face, to the El Cadejo, a supernatural dog that either protects you or steals your soul (depending on your "sarcasm" and sobriety), we dive deep into the spirits that haunt the rivers and roads of Central America.We also explore the eerie La Carreta Sin Bueyes (The Oxcart Without Oxen) and the many bizarre—and lactating—iterations of La Tule Vieja. Whether it's leafcutter ants, backward feet, or colander faces, Costa Rican monsters don't play around.

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, CONCACAF Champions Cup, and general football chat. It was a another two-game week for the Whitecaps, with two victories in two different competitions and two clean sheets to boot. The 'Caps dispatched a tough test in Costa Rican side Cartagines on Wednesday night in Champions Cup action to set up a Cascadian clash with Seattle in the next round. They followed that up with a Canadian derby win against Toronto on Saturday. We pick over the bones of both matches and the main talking points coming out of them. Plus we round up this week's action around MLS West and look at how the battle to be the Canadian number one goalkeeper is playing out down in Florida between Max Crepeau and Dayne St Clair after their derby. It was a good week in Whitecapsland all round, with two key pieces signing contract extensions and some new corporate deals announced. We chat with one of those key pieces, MLS Defender of the Year Tristan Blackmon, about last year's heroics, his very eventful and headline-making offseason, his new deal, what the club and city mean to him, and the season to come. We also chat with a player starting out his Whitecaps journey, homegrown defender Mihail Gherasimencov, about joining the first team, his time in the CPL with Cavalry, playing internationally for Moldova, and his footballing journey so far. All of this plus we move onto the letter J in our Canadian Soccer A to Z series and music-wise, Scottish band Bis begin their residency as our Artists of the Month, The Pastels are the latest band to feature in our 40th anniversary tribute year to the C86 movement, and Football Violence Awareness Month begins again in Wavelength. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.26: Intro - gold tier thankyous, CiTR fundrive 08.15: Canadian Soccer A to Z - J 13.26: Whitecaps beat Cartagines to advance in Champions Cup 24.05: Whitecaps continue Canadian supremacy with win over Toronto 53.10: TFC postgame audio - Robin Fraser and Raheem Edwards 64.55: MLS West round-up 87.50: Dayne vs Max - The battle to be Canadian number one 109.00: Blackmon and Cubas sign contract extensions 124.12: Tristan Blackmon interview 141.40: Mihail Gherasimencov interview 157:00 Wavelength - Crazy and The Fog - Blood On The Terraces

On Episode 396, Scarf takes you through the 1-0 win over Real España, as LAFC advances to play Costa Rican side, and familiar CCC foe, Alajuelense in the next round. Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga both start and play the first half. Jude Terry and Amin Boudri each make their LAFC debuts, and Nkosi Tafari's first LAFC goal is the difference in the match. Also on this episode, we chat about Denis Bouanga's extension, keeping him in Black and Gold through at least 2028, as well as taking a look back at This Day in LAFC History. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We all have that one friend who we sprint to when we need a breakup text drafted, spruce up our vanilla cover letter, or edit a flimsy apology, because we know how much words carry weight. They're spells. Today, Lois Mac, THE word wizard who focuses on strategic communication layered with uncensored expression, comes on to help humans stop performing expression and start saying the damn thing.Lois reminds us:When you lose your words, you lose yourself. Lois built her entire identity around language, then moved to a small Costa Rican town after having her first baby, surrounded by people who spoke only Spanish, and the woman who always had the right words suddenly had none... what she couldn't have known then is that was entirely the point.The creative elephant never forgets. When you're not saying the real thing, every piece of content, every project, every newsletter becomes a hostage to it; your creativity doesn't leave, it just sits in the corner, arms crossed, waiting.Trying harder is a one-way ticket to the void. The void is a compass that shows up when you've drifted so far from yourself you're basically a human LinkedIn post, arriving not to destroy you but to say: come back to your actual voice.Write the unsendable thing. A daily writing practice that's purely for you (no feed, algorithm, or audience) is where your public voice quietly gets built.Presence beats vocabulary every time. Deep, juicy, family-level friendships are built on showing up, staying in the room after saying the wrong thing, and learning to laugh at yourself, not perfect sentence structure.This conversation is for those in the middle of identity shapeshifting, multi-lingual multi-hyphenates, who need a permission slip to say the thing you've been swallowing. She gives us a gentle but firm reminder that the most radical creative act available to you right now is NOT the next launch, the next rebrand, or the next post — it's just being the person who's already here.Connect with Lois:Writing Wildly Retreats: a full writing immersion in the Costa Rican jungle where your most important writing finally gets to breathe (enrolling for June + Sept 2026, mention how you found it in the application!)Creative Living App: the app that turns your instinct to consume into a desire to createSweet Talk: A creative business uprising disguised as 4 months of writing, copy + messaging mentorshipSubstack: The Smoking AreaInstagramConnect with Chelsea:

While in Costa Rica, Tammy found a group of musicians playing the type of music one would expect from a Costa Rican band. What she didn't expect was hearing them break into country music. Where was the unexpected place you heard country music? 

Tammy just returned from her Costa Rican vacation and revealed that she heard many strange sounds while in the jungle. It almost sounded like Jurassic Park. Can you guess which of these sounds came from her hotel or from dinosaurs in the movie?

Paul Keating is a freedom-tech advocate working with Daylight Computers and Primal, a Bitcoin-powered decentralized social platform. After a health crisis reshaped his worldview, Paul left the conventional path to build a sovereign life in the Costa Rican jungle. We explore how Bitcoin reshaped his understanding of money, why decentralized speech matters in an age of censorship, and how “opting out” of legacy systems can restore agency over your finances, identity, and future. Discover how reclaiming ownership of your money, digital presence, and community can be a peaceful rebellion in a world increasingly designed for control.

start set the show00:05:00 Jessica's Costa Rican vacation00:31:00 Tony Clark resigns00:34:00 Winter Olympics update00:45:00 DeAngelo Williams01:09:00 Tanking in the NBA01:13:00 Shia LeBeouf arrested at Mardi Gras01:18:00 IMG Academy linked to drug cartels

Need any advice or information, message us.We chat with Pablo Arias about the real conversations happening beneath the “pura vida” surface: are Ticos actually upset with foreigners, or with the speed of change? What earns genuine respect here, and what quietly fuels resentment? We explore the difference between contributing to Costa Rica versus extracting from it, what's truly driving the rising cost of living, whether beach towns are losing their identity, and where real opportunity still exists — including where you'd put $500,000 today if you had to invest in the country's future.Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsultContact us: info@investingcostarica.comPablo Arias: pablo@internationalrelocationpartner.com

In this episode of Talk Design, host Adrian Ramsey sits down with Bill Styczynski, Principal of Studio 21 Architects in Chicago. Recorded just days after Bill's open-heart surgery, this conversation is a testament to his unstoppable energy and passion for life.Bill shares his 44-year journey in architecture, from being inspired by the shadows on Chicago skyscrapers as a child to leading a successful design-build firm today. They discuss the critical relationship between architect and builder, the nuances of designing for different climates (from Chicago winters to Costa Rican tropics), and why transparency is the key to managing client budgets in a volatile market.Beyond architecture, Bill opens up about his other great passion: vintage car racing. He draws fascinating parallels between the unpredictability of the racetrack and the complexities of a construction site. Whether discussing the technical details of a "monopoly frame" or the emotional weight of designing a "forever home," Bill's insights offer a masterclass in creativity, resilience, and the art of living well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More about space clearing or to book a space clearing assessment: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spaceclearingacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.In this episode of Happy Home Space Clearing Podcast, Lais welcomes returning guest Emily Tennison from The Healing Corner Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about the unseen layers that can influence our homes, our bodies, and our lives..They begin with a real-life case involving an earthbound grandmother spirit connected to a lakeside family property and explore how ancestors can remain attached to land and homes, sometimes subtly interfering through technology, voice messages, or even payment systems when they do not want to be discovered or moved on..From there, the conversation turns to haunted objects and energetic imprints, including Emily's story of buying an African mask near the Ghana slave castles and how certain objects can carry grief, trauma, or spiritual attachments that are far bigger than we realise when we purchase them as “souvenirs.” This opens a deeper discussion about collective trauma held in land and what it means to bring healing to historically charged locations..They also touch on witch wounds and why so many spiritually gifted women still feel blocked around visibility, voice, and public expression, as well as a fascinating final topic: organ transplants and energy – how an organ may carry emotional frequencies, trauma patterns, or energetic “memory,” and why post-surgery energetic integration can be supportive..If you're curious about ancestor energy in homes, spiritual attachments in objects, the healing of old lineages, and how space clearing can support deep transformation, this episode will give you plenty to reflect on..00:00 Introduction to Happy Home Podcast00:54 Welcoming Emily and Recap of Previous Episode01:35 Emily's Journey and New Ventures04:06 The Mysterious Case of the Dying Trees06:54 Grandmother's Spirit and Technological Interference09:40 Ancestor Stories and Spiritual Interference17:52 Healing Ancestral Wounds and Witch Wounds25:34 Collective Energy and Rapid Healing26:42 The Younger Generation's Spiritual Awakening28:06 Haunted Objects and Spiritual Imprints28:40 The African Mask Story33:06 Clearing Collective Trauma41:54 Organ Transplants and Energetic Implications46:59 Podcasting and Friendship.Links to Emily's podcast and her upcoming project are in the show notes below.Follow Emily on Instagram: @healing_corner_podcast.Her Podcast on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6G0qL7057CRdfJRLI0GaKj.Her Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-corner-with-emily-tennison/id1551928221.Her New Brand That Is Launching Soon:.Holachal.com: artwork and apparel inspired by tropical, coastal Costa Rican living.Connect with Lais:FB: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/Laisstephan1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lais_thehousewhisperer/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What if one small corner of your home could help you release what isn't yours? I created a simple five-day practice for sensitive souls who absorb emotional energy easily..Space Clearing for Empaths includes five guided meditations to help you create an Empath Corner, strengthen your aura, and reset your nervous system. → Explore the book & meditations ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here.........#spaceclearing #fengshui #ancestralspirits #ghosts #earthboundspirits #paranormal #landhealing #africanmask #hauntedobjects #organtransplant

Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated Laura Fernandez on her election as president of Costa Rica.

Shakira Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Hey there, wolfpack, Roxie Rush here, your AI gossip guru powered by the smartest tech to scoop the freshest tea without missing a beat—thats why were unstoppable. Shakira is on fire right now, darlings, with her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran tour exploding across the globe. Shes just touched down in El Salvador for her first-ever shows there, five sold-out nights at Jorge Magico Gonzalez Stadium starting tonight, February 7th through the 15th, packing 30,000 fans per night and sparking murals, T-shirt mania, and economic booms from beach packages to street vendors. Tico Times reports the frenzy has Central America buzzing, with Costa Ricans jetting in for this tour milestone—pure biographical gold as she conquers new territories.In the past 24 hours, no massive headlines dropped, but the biggest scoop is her bombshell booking as headliner for the Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix post-race concert on April 19, 2026, at Jeddah Corniche Circuit, announced Thursday by Saudi Motorsport Company via Saudi Gazette and Fact Magazines—shell join Kygo on that high-octane stage, teasing more stars to come amid next-gen F1 cars and Cadillacs grid debut. Whats On Saudi Arabia confirms shes lighting up the Red Sea night.Shes doubling down on the Middle East with a headlining gig at Abu Dhabis Offlimits Festival on April 4 at Etihad Park, her fourth UAE show, per The National—tickets from Dh595 are flying. Back stateside, Hola reports her fresh Instagram post with producer AC, captioned Back to it, showing her glowing makeup-free in Miami at sunset with studio beats humming—Spotify even teased New music coming? Fans speculate a 2026 World Cup anthem like her iconic Waka Waka, but thats unconfirmed buzz. Plus, six Premio Lo Nuestro nods for February 19 in Miami, cementing her pop reign.Shakiras 2026 is a power move, blending tours, F1 glamour, and mystery tracks—shes unstoppable. Thanks for tuning into Shakira Biography Flash, listeners—subscribe to never miss an update on Shakira and search Biography Flash for more great biographies. Muah!And that is it for today. Make sure you hit the subscribe button and never miss an update on Shakira. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production."Get the best deals https://amzn.to/42YoQGIThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

It's Wednesday, February 4th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Colombian president denies divinity of Jesus Christ Christians across Colombia recoiled at recent remarks made by President Gustavo Petro. The nation's leader denied that Jesus is Christ, describing Him instead as a “man of light, of truth and a revolutionary.” This public attack on Biblical truth comes as Christians continue to face persecution and physical attacks in the country.  Criminal organizations have killed at least 10 pastors in Colombia over the last year. Sadly, the government provides little protection for church leaders. Psalm 2:11-12 warns rulers, “Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling. Kiss the Son, lest He be angry, and you perish in the way, when His wrath is kindled but a little. Blessed are all those who put their trust in Him.” U.S. forces shoot down Iranian drone over Arabian Sea A U.S. fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone as it approached a U.S. aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea on February 3rd, the U.S. Central Command has announced, reports The Epoch Times. The incident comes at a moment of heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran. President Donald Trump recently ordered naval forces to the Middle East and has threatened military strikes on Iran if it does not agree to new limits on its nuclear development. The U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. military operations in the Middle East, said the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln was operating about 500 miles from Iran's southern coast on Tuesday, when U.S. forces spotted what they identified as an Iranian Shahed-139 drone. When the Iranian drone “unnecessarily maneuvered toward” the aircraft carrier, the U.S. Central Command said U.S. forces issued de-escalatory instructions, but the drone continued on its path toward the aircraft carrier. That's when an F-35C Lighting II stealth fighter jet, assigned to the aircraft carrier, intervened and shot down the drone. Thankfully, no American service members were harmed during the incident, and no U.S. equipment was damaged. Conservative candidate wins presidency of Costa Rica Meanwhile in Central America, conservative candidate Laura Fernández Delgado won Costa Rica's presidential election on Sunday. She gave thanks to God following the election victory.  Life News reports that Fernández emphasized moral values and the protection of unborn babies during her campaign. She stated, “Defending the lives of Costa Ricans who have not yet been born is an obligation of the State. Abortion is nothing more than murder and, therefore, penalties must be toughened.” Christian groups looking to overturn homosexual marriage In the United States, a coalition of conservative groups launched a campaign last month to overturn Obergefell.  The infamous Supreme Court ruling from 2015 legalized faux homosexual marriage.  The campaign, known as the Greater Than movement, calls for protecting children from being put in the middle of such unbiblical relations.  Listen to comments from Dr. Albert Mohler, president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.  MOHLER: “Marriage is actually the most basic institution of human civilization. You redefine marriage, you have just destroyed the house. You can put together a new house and claim it's the same. Children will know the difference. It harms children in virtually every way imaginable.” De-transitioner awarded $2 million The Epoch Times reports a New York jury found a psychologist and plastic surgeon liable for malpractice in a transgender case last week.  The doctors supported and performed a double mastectomy on a 16-year-old girl who claimed to be a boy. Fox Varian is 22 now and no longer pretends to be a boy. She was awarded two million dollars in the case. Varian is the first de-transitioner to win such a malpractice lawsuit.  Nearly 30 more de-transitioner lawsuits are in process across America. Trump stands with pharmacies for not carrying Abortion Kill Pills The Trump administration is protecting pharmacies from having to carry abortion kill pills. Under the Biden administration, the Department of Health and Human Services required pharmacies serving Medicare or Medicaid patients to carry abortion drugs. The department rescinded that mandate last week. This is part of the government's policy to “end the forced use of Federal taxpayer dollars to fund or promote elective abortion.”  Red states are growing and blue states are shrinking The U.S. Census Bureau released its latest Population and Housing Unit Estimates last week. Red states, like Texas, are growing, while blue states, like California, are shrinking.  Based on this, the American Redistricting Project released its 2030 Apportionment Forecast of how these demographic trends will affect Congress. Texas and Florida could gain a combined eight congressional seats. Meanwhile, California and New York could lose six seats. 83% of U.S. adults believe in God; 25% attend weekly religious service Pew Research released new analysis of Americans' religious beliefs and practices. The analysis shared the data as if the U.S. population were scaled down to 100 people.  In that case, 83 people would believe in God or a universal spirit. Fifty-two would believe in Heaven and Hell. Forty-four would pray daily. Thirty-eight would say religion is very important in their lives. And only 25 would say they attend religious services at least weekly.  Romans 11:5 reminds us, “Even so then, at this present time there is a remnant according to the election of grace.” U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 And finally, U.S. life expectancy rose to a record 79 years in 2024. This according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Life expectancy at birth for women rose to 81, and for men it rose to 76. Meanwhile, the age-adjusted death rate decreased nearly four percent from 2023. The increased life expectancy comes after improvements following the COVID-19 pandemic as well as declines in overdose deaths.  Close And that's The Worldview on this Wednesday, February 4th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

A gaggle of current and former Yellowknifers, Lekter and company included, descended upon a very small Costa Rican town and...well, took over. A full on invasion. Their weapon of choice? LOVE.

Guest: Professor Evan Ellis. Ellis discusses the Costa Rican election, where center-right candidate Laura Fernandezholds a commanding lead. He describes her as a technocrat focused on combating drug-fueled crime and continuing pro-business policies, noting she is on track to potentially win the presidency in the first round.1890 COSTA RICA

SHOW SCHEDULE1-29-20261942 LANCASTER PA, ARMISTICE DAY IN WARTIME Guest: Anatol Lieven. Lieven of the Quincy Institute discusses breaking news that Vladimir Putin has agreed to a one-week ceasefire on Ukrainian cities following a request from Donald Trump. Lieven views this as a significant positive signal of Putin's desire to maintain good standing with the incoming administration, though he notes that major territorial disagreements remain unresolved. Guest: Anatol Lieven. The conversation turns to the $300 billion in suspended Russian assets. Lieven outlines Russia's proposal to use these funds for reconstruction or a joint investment fund to avoid confiscation, suggesting that suspending rather than lifting sanctions could be a political compromise to secure U.S. Senate approval. Guest: Chris Riegel. Riegel, CEO of Stratology, analyzes Elon Musk's pivot to manufacturing "Optimus" androids, arguing that California's restrictive tax and labor costs are driving the need for automation. He suggests that major retailers like Walmart are poised to replace significant portions of their workforce with robotics to maintain profitability amid rising economic pressures. Guest: Mariam Wahba. Wahba from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies reports on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria by jihadists and Fulani militants. She details a newly established White House working group designed to help the Nigerian government fix security gaps and enforce laws against the perpetrators of this religiously motivated violence. Guest: Mary Anastasia O'Grady. O'Grady of the Wall Street Journal critiques the Trump administration's engagement with Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez. O'Grady warns that while Rodriguez is cooperating on oil exports, she remains a "vice dictator" managing rival factions to ensure the regime's survival while stalling on the release of political prisoners. Guest: Veronique de Rugy. De Rugy of the Mercatus Center examines the failure of Georgia's film tax credits, noting that productions eventually moved to cheaper locations despite billions in subsidies. She compares this to federal industrial policies like tariffs and Intel subsidies, arguing that government attempts to "pick winners" rarely produce sustainable economic results. Guest: Michael Toth. Toth of the Civitas Institute warns against new "climate superfund" legislation in states like New York, which seeks to retroactively tax fossil fuel companies for global warming. He characterizes these funds as unconstitutional attempts to regulate global emissions at the state level, arguing they will function as slush funds that drive up energy costs. Guest: Michael Toth. The segment focuses on California's strategy to empower the Attorney General to sue fossil fuel companies for rising insurance premiums. Toth argues these lawsuits are politically motivated and legally weak, noting that even insurance companies refuse to sue because attributing specific damages or deaths to corporate emissions is factually difficult. Guest: Professor Evan Ellis. Ellis of the U.S. Army War College reports that Cuba is facing a catastrophic energy collapse, with only days of oil remaining after Mexico and Venezuela cut supplies. He predicts this crisis will likely trigger a massive wave of migration as the island's power grid and economy face a near-total shutdown. Guest: Professor Evan Ellis. Ellis discusses the Costa Rican election, where center-right candidate Laura Fernandez holds a commanding lead. He describes her as a technocrat focused on combating drug-fueled crime and continuing pro-business policies, noting she is on track to potentially win the presidency in the first round. Guest: Professor Evan Ellis. Ellis evaluates Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, praising her pragmatic management of relations with the U.S. despite her leftist ideology. He notes she has navigated threats of tariffs and military intervention by cooperating on border security and extradition, while maintaining political dominance through her predecessor's powerful movement. Guest: Professor Evan Ellis. Ellis describes the unstable power dynamics in Venezuela, where the Rodriguezfaction cooperates with the U.S. on oil to prevent economic collapse. He warns that rival criminal factions, including the ELN and military figures, may sabotage this arrangement if they fear being betrayed or marginalized by the current leadership. Guest: Padraic Scanlan. Scanlan, author of Rot, introduces the history of the Irish Famine by recounting a folk story about Queen Victoria visiting the devastated village of Skibbereen. He sets the context by explaining how the pre-famine Irish economy relied entirely on the high-yield potato, which allowed landlords to pay incredibly low wages to a capital-poor population. Guest: Padraic Scanlan. Scanlan discusses the structure of Irish land ownership, using Shirley Castle as an example of the disconnect between landlords and tenants. He explains that while the landscape looked ancient, landlords were actually modern, sophisticated merchants who extracted rent from a tenant class living on small, unimproved plots known as "conacres." Guest: Padraic Scanlan. Scanlan explains the Victorian view of the famine through the lens of economist Thomas Malthus, who believed the "generous" potato encouraged overpopulation. He notes that Britishpolicymakers viewed the famine as a natural, inevitable correction and feared that providing aid would discourage the Irish poor from developing a "civilized" work ethic. Guest: Padraic Scanlan. Scanlan details the biological cause of the famine: Phytophthora infestans, a water mold that originated in Mexico. He explains that because Irish potatoes were genetically identical clones grown from cuttings, they had zero resistance to the pathogen, which destroyed both growing crops and stored food, leaving the population with no buffer against starvation.

In 2001, a wealthy American couple moved to Costa Rica to build a multimillion-dollar home and wildlife sanctuary in the rain forest. In their lavish estate patrolled by armed guards, John and Ann Bender found themselves more isolated as the couple dealt with debilitating illness, bipolar disorder, and growing paranoia. When tragedy struck in 2010, authorities were left to wonder whether what happened was an accident, suicide, or murder. What followed was a legal saga which lasted years and grabbed the world's attention. To this day, what happened that night at the Boracayan Estate remains the subject of debate.From Blanchard House, Exactly Right Media, and iHeartPodcasts comes “Hell in Heaven: A Mysterious Death in Paradise.” Host Becky Milligan traces John and Ann Bender's lives in the Costa Rican jungle and seeks the truth about what happened in the couple's opulent rain forest estate. The eight-part series explores how cultural differences, personal demons, and the estranging influence of the wild contributed to the tragedy.OUR SPOILER-FREE REVIEWS OF "HELL IN HEAVEN" IN THE FINAL 12 MINUTES OF THE EPISODE. For exclusive podcasts and more, sign up at Patreon.Sign up for our newsletter at crimewriterson.com.This show was recorded in The Caitlin Rogers Project Studio. Click to find out more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Unwind to the natural sounds of a Costa Rican coastal night, where steady ocean waves roll onto shore as light rain falls softly in the background. This immersive nature soundscape is designed to support deep sleep, nighttime relaxation, and uninterrupted overnight listening. The slow rhythm of the waves combined with gentle rainfall creates a calm nighttime atmosphere that helps the nervous system settle and the mind quiet. This episode is well-suited for falling asleep, staying asleep, meditation, or quiet rest at the end of the day. A quick note that really matters This podcast is 100% independent. There is no network, studio, or company behind it—just one creator making and sharing these episodes. When you follow the podcast, like an episode, or leave a rating, it helps podcast platforms understand that this content is valuable. That simple action allows the algorithm to recommend the show to more people searching for sleep sounds, ocean waves, rain sounds, and relaxation audio. These small actions make a real difference in helping this podcast grow. Want more like this? The Your Sleep Guru app includes: Longer, uninterrupted nature soundscapes Guided sleep stories and visualisations Binaural beats and healing frequencies Curated nighttime playlists The app is available on Apple App Store and Google Play, and it's the best way to support this independent work and access deeper sleep content. Thank you for listening and for supporting independent creators.

Trump is preparing to go to war with multiple countries. Kristi Noem fumbles in a new interview over the ICE shooting of Renee Good. Sean Hannity tries and fails to get an anti-ICE protestor soundbite. A Costa Rican man was deported back to his country in a vegetative state. Host: Yasmin Kahn (@YazzieK) Co-Host: Jayar Jackson (@JayarJackson) ***** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE TIKTOK  ☞        https://www.tiktok.com/@thedamagereport INSTAGRAM  ☞   https://www.instagram.com/thedamagereport TWITTER  ☞         https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport FACEBOOK  ☞     https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT

Episode 2 of Doing Well with Diabetes Season 2 focuses on “Overcoming Stigma in Sports,” highlighting two elite athletes living with type 1 diabetes outside the traditional Western spotlight. In part one, Rebeca Jara, a Costa Rican pole vaulter, shares her diagnosis at age seven, the transformational impact of attending diabetes camp as a teenager, and the long process of learning how stress, food, and insulin affect performance. She describes major competitions where high blood sugars, lack of fast-acting insulin, and broken vials wrecked her meets—and how she initially leaned on diabetes as an explanation for poor results. The turning point comes when a coach tries to keep her off a Central American team “because she has diabetes,” and she not only makes the squad but wins gold. That moment flips her internal narrative from “I can't because of diabetes” to “I'm capable, and I won't let others use diabetes as a reason to exclude me.” In part two, Ousman Ceesay from Gambia recounts being discriminated against and effectively cut from a football team because of his diabetes. Instead of quitting, he helps form a new team of players with diabetes, is named captain, and scores a decisive header in their first official match—against the very coach who rejected him. From there he becomes a leading advocate in Gambia, attacking myths about diabetes (like “it's only caused by sugar”) through social media, TV, and radio, while mentoring younger people with type 1 who are afraid to be seen. His motto, “All Is Well Like Never Before,” comes from a night of severe hypoglycemia, a morning spike, and the realization that despite diabetes, he can walk, see, and live independently—privileges many hospitalized people don't have. Together, Rebeca and Ousman show how stigma in sport can be confronted with preparation, persistence, and visibility, turning diabetes from a reason to be excluded into the engine for leadership and change. Chapters 01:36 – Meet Rebeca: Costa Rican Track & Field Athlete with T1D 02:53 – Diagnosis, Early Years, and Finding Diabetes Camp 06:31 – First Track Competitions and Stress-High Blood Sugars 09:21 – Central American Championship: Broken Insulin Vial and DNS-Level Highs 15:05 – Overcoming Lows and Highs in Competition 18:28 – Coach Tries to Exclude Rebeca Because of Diabetes 20:01 – Winning Gold and Changing the Narrative 22:19 – Advice to Her Younger Self and Enjoying Sport 23:22 – Rebeca's Online Presence: “Rebebetes” 24:12 – Meet Ousman: Gambian Footballer with T1D 24:49 – Being Cut for Having Diabetes and Forming a New Team 26:06 – First Game, Captain's Armband, and the Winning Header 28:58 – Beating the Coach Who Discriminated Against Him 29:32 – Misconceptions About Diabetes in Gambia 31:56 – Building a Public Advocate: Social Media, TV, and Radio 33:54 – Mentoring Young People and Normalizing Visibility 36:58 – Origin Story of “All Is Well Like Never Before” 40:31 – Turning Hypo/Hyper Swings into Gratitude and a Clothing Brand 42:31 – Health, Perspective, and Redefining “Well” 43:24 – Closing Reflections and Future Vision Resources: Rebeca' Instagram Young Leaders in Diabetes Young Leaders in Diabetes Instagram Ousman Ceesay Linkedin Ousman Ceesay Instagram

TakeawaysCosta Rica's commercial coffee history dates back to the 1830s.Producers initially struggled to find markets for their coffee.Direct trade routes were established by shipping entrepreneur William Le Lacheur.Costa Rican coffee was often exported through Chile to Europe.The lack of infrastructure hindered coffee distribution in early years.William Le Lacheur played a crucial role in connecting Costa Rican coffee to England.Costa Rican coffee producers were determined to improve their market situation.The legacy of Costa Rican coffee includes advancements in processing technology.Costa Rican coffee was recognized for its quality even before the specialty coffee movement.The determination of coffee producers has shaped the industry's evolution in Costa Rica.READ THE BLOG Part of The Covoya Coffee Podcasting Network TAKE OUR LISTENER SURVEY Visit and Explore Covoya!

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Need any advice or information, message us.Today, we chat with Sarahy Flores, interior designer and founder of Sarhy Flores Interior Design. We dive into what's trending — and what's not — in Costa Rican home design. Sarahy shares when to bring an interior designer into your project, how they can elevate both style and function, and where homeowners should prioritize their investment to get the best results here in Costa Rica.Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsultContact us: info@investingcostarica.comSarahy Flores: info@sarahyfloresinteriordesign.com

Steven Rinella talks with Pablo Esquivel and Janis Putelis. Topics discussed: Blow guns and sling shots; learning about ballistics; getting whopped as a kid for hunting illegally; cooking everything; when your ma designates your personal fry pan; coming to American; learning and hunting for a long time before getting a deer; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sexologist Alexa Andre says Costa Rican men are bad in bed. How'd Americans turn up? Which nation has the best lovers? Find out on this week's pod! Plus! Kathy K from Strictly Anonymous stops by to talk about her new book! Mentioned: Discord: Sabrina's Unexpected Sex Story 01/17 - LA - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1918561572309 Sign up for the mailing list @ http://eepurl.com/Ve3WD Follow Alexa!YouTube: In Bed with AlexaInstagram: @sexwithalexaInstagram: @inbedwithalexapod Follow Kathy K!Book: Strictly Anonymous ConfessionsInstagram: @strictanonymous Follow Billy!Instagram: @billyprocidajrTikTok: @TheBillyProcidaThreads: @billyprocidajrBlueSky: @thebillyprocida0nlyFans: @callmebilly Money StuffVenmo: @BillyProcidaCash App: $manwhorepodPayPal/Zelle: funnybillypro@gmail.com Become an Official Fanwhore on Patreon at http://patreon.com/manwhorepodcast Support indie bookstores at http://bookshop.org/shop/billy Make new friends in The Champagne Room at http://manwhorepod.com/discord Email your comments, questions, and criticisms to manwhorepod@gmail.com. Late Night Radio by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ www.ManwhorePod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello, Disorganized Crime Listeners! We want to share a new show you might enjoy, Hell in Heaven: A Mysterious Death in Paradise About the show: John and Ann Bender had hundreds of millions of dollars and one dream: to build a glittering glass mansion deep in the Costa Rican jungle. But paradise soon gave way to paranoia — with abduction plots, armed guards and a bedroom blazing with hundreds of Tiffany lamps. And then one night, it all ended in blood. Hosted by award-winning journalist Becky Milligan, Hell in Heaven is an eight-part limited series from Blanchard House, Exactly Right Media and iHeart Podcasts. Follow Hell in Heaven wherever you get your podcasts — and see rare photos from the story at @exactlyright on Instagram. Listen here and subscribe to Hell in Heaven on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello, Paper Ghost Listeners! We want to share a new show you might enjoy, Hell in Heaven: A Mysterious Death in Paradise About the show: John and Ann Bender had hundreds of millions of dollars and one dream: to build a glittering glass mansion deep in the Costa Rican jungle. But paradise soon gave way to paranoia — with abduction plots, armed guards and a bedroom blazing with hundreds of Tiffany lamps. And then one night, it all ended in blood. Hosted by award-winning journalist Becky Milligan, Hell in Heaven is an eight-part limited series from Blanchard House, Exactly Right Media and iHeart Podcasts. Follow Hell in Heaven wherever you get your podcasts — and see rare photos from the story at @exactlyright on Instagram. Listen here and subscribe to Hell in Heaven on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello, Missing on 9/11 Listeners! We want to share a new show you might enjoy, Hell in Heaven: A Mysterious Death in Paradise About the show: John and Ann Bender had hundreds of millions of dollars and one dream: to build a glittering glass mansion deep in the Costa Rican jungle. But paradise soon gave way to paranoia — with abduction plots, armed guards and a bedroom blazing with hundreds of Tiffany lamps. And then one night, it all ended in blood. Hosted by award-winning journalist Becky Milligan, Hell in Heaven is an eight-part limited series from Blanchard House, Exactly Right Media and iHeart Podcasts. Follow Hell in Heaven wherever you get your podcasts — and see rare photos from the story at @exactlyright on Instagram. Listen here and subscribe to Hell in Heaven on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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"Alrighty... back to you." Adnan's here for movies and the NL MVP conversation, but the Shipping Container just wants to do smelling salts and take steroids at 2:17 a.m. in the middle of the night at a Costa Rican bachelor party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices