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Keith Zaccarine of Countryside Stove and Chimney on the demand for fireplaces as electrification in NYS nears full 1111 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 07:53:00 +0000 jyaf51P1nj8ck0VNuHZ7Wqr8tbskerO7 news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Keith Zaccarine of Countryside Stove and Chimney on the demand for fireplaces as electrification in NYS nears Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False

In this week's episode, joined by 2024 New Orleans-Matsue Sister City Exchange Program participants Katherine Heller & Wade Trosclair, the Krewe looks back & celebrates 30 years of friendship between Matsue, Japan & New Orleans, Louisiana... a sister city relationship built on cultural exchange, mutual curiosity, &shared spirit. Together, they reflect on their time in Matsue during the exchange program, their experiences with host families, and the deep connections that form when two communities separated by an ocean come together.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:53:00)------ Past Matsue/Sister City Episodes ------Lafcadio Hearn: 2024 King of Carnival (S5Bonus)Explore Matsue ft. Nicholas McCullough (S4E19)Jokichi Takamine: The Earliest Bridge Between New Orleans & Japan ft. Stephen Lyman (S4E13)The Life & Legacy of Lafcadio Hearn ft. Bon & Shoko Koizumi (S1E9)Matsue & New Orleans: Sister Cities ft. Dr. Samantha Perez (S1E2)------ Links about the Exchange ------2024 Exchange Program Info/PicturesShogun Martial Arts Dojo (Katie's family's dojo)------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

Send us a textWe press on the question of how we spend our hours and why daily choices reveal our faith, our marriage health, and our community courage. Scripture, a Medal of Honor story, and practical calls to prepare locally shape a sober but hopeful path forward.• examining time and priorities with God and spouse• 1 Peter 3 on gentle strength and influence• actions over words in marriage and parenting• Hebrews 11 on faith as a choice with cost• Psalm 111 on awe and wisdom that steadies life• Proverbs 27 on quarrels that corrode a home• Medal of Honor: Elmer C. Bigelow's sacrificial courage• building local resilience and communication lines• practical encouragement to support law enforcement and EMSIf you are looking for a family-friendly middle grade read, I would humbly recommend Countryside if you get a chance, check it outAnd also, if you're getting something out of the podcast, if you can donate$3 or$5 a month, I would greatly appreciate that as well. There's a donation page on the Buzz Sprout website for the podcastSupport the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Tim Wenger fills in for David Bellavia today - Extensive discussion regarding the gas/electric conversion in New York State.

Our guest this week is a wonderful sensation. He's a wonderful sensation of the internet, of stand-up comedy, of wonderful sensations. It's the wonder Killian Sundermann. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textWe share a simple plan to put God first, protect marriage with clear expectations, and cut kids' screen time without chaos. Scripture anchors the hope, practical steps build the habits, and leadership by example holds it all together.• prayer of thanks and intercession for families, leaders, and nation• Song of Solomon on marital admiration and union• Hebrews 10 on Christ's once-for-all sacrifice• Psalm 108 on trusting God over human help• prudence from Proverbs 27:12 applied to tech• five strategies to limit kids' screen time• leadership by modeling and consistent boundaries• setting scriptural roles and expectations in marriage• replacing screens with real-world connection and crafts• leading even when others won't followIf you're looking for a family fun, middle grade read, I recommend Countryside. If you get a chance, check it out. If you like it, leave a review. I would greatly appreciate that.If you feel like you're getting something out of the podcast, there's a donation page on the Buzz Sprout website. I would highly appreciate or very be very grateful for that.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

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Send us a textWe trace a line from covenant love to the New Covenant, then into gratitude, history, and courage. Scripture frames marriage, conscience, and civic memory, culminating in a WWII story and presidential calls to read the Bible.• covenant love as belonging in marriage• Hebrews 9 and redemption of the conscience• Psalm 107 on rescue, praise, and providence• honest history strengthens faith and freedom• PFC Melvin Earl Biddle's valor as a model of duty• presidential endorsements of Scripture for service members• truth as the standard that orders life and nation• practical calls to pray, read, and prioritize spouseIf you get a chance and you're looking for a family-friendly middle-grade fantasy series, I would humbly recommend Countryside. And if you feel like you're getting something out of the podcast, you have $3 a month or $5 a month to support it, I would greatly appreciate that as well. You can find it on the Buzz Sprout website. There's a donation page there for the podcast.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Send us a textWe challenge how we spend our last 24 hours and connect small daily habits to a faith that shows up in actions. James confronts gossip, speech, and wisdom, while Psalms and Proverbs ground trust and leadership; we close with courage from history and a call to simple steps.• auditing time and building daily Scripture and prayer habits• faith expressed through deeds, not deeds earning salvation• taming the tongue and resisting gossip in homes and marriages• wisdom from above versus jealousy and ambition• trust in God amid trouble from Psalm 118• moral leadership and national stability from Proverbs 28• Medal of Honor courage as a model for daily boldness• reassessing Christopher Columbus's faith and devotion• practical next steps to align belief and behaviorIf you're looking for a family-friendly middle grade read and you get a chance to try out Countryside, I would appreciate it. And if you enjoyed, if you'd leave a review, I would be very grateful. If you can find three or four or five dollars a month to donate to the podcast, if you're enjoying it, get something out of it. I would be very, very grateful for that as well. There's a donation page on the Buzz Sprout website.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

The Krewe sits down with Haruka Kikuchi, a Japanese jazz trombonist making waves in New Orleans. From discovering jazz in Japan to second-lining through the Crescent City, Haruka shares her story of finding home through music — and how jazz bridges cultures across oceans.  ------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:53:00)------ Past Music Episodes ------S5E13 - The Thunderous Sounds of Taiko ft. Takumi Kato (加藤 拓三), World Champion Taiko DrummerS5E10 - The Japanese Pop Music Scene ft. Patrick St. MichelS4E1 - Shamisen: Musical Sounds of Traditional Japan ft. Norm Nakamura of Tokyo LensS3E14 - City Pop & Yu ft. Yu HayamiS3E1 - Exploring Enka ft. Jerome White Jr aka ジェロ / Jero------ Links about Haruka ------Haruka's Website Haruka on IGHaruka on FacebookHaruka on YouTubeGoFundMe to Help Support Haruka's Family------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

Send us a textWe ask hard questions about time, distraction, and purpose, then turn to Scripture to find wisdom, gratitude, and courage for daily life. We read from James 1, Psalm 116, and Proverbs 27, revisit original Columbus journal entries, and invite you to thank God and tend what matters.• examining how we spend the last 24 hours• weighing social media, sports, and entertainment against prayer and family• James 1 on trials, wisdom, and divided loyalties• Psalm 116 on gratitude, vows, and God's rescue• Proverbs 27 on stewardship of flocks and provision• Thanksgiving as thanking God, not mere festivity• you are God's prized possession and dearly loved• Horace Greeley on Scripture and freedom• reading Columbus's journals and evaluating primary sources• closing prayer and blessingIf you get a chance and you can read Countryside, if you enjoy it, if you believe a review online, uh Middle Grade Fantasy book, you can find it on Amazon, Barnes and Noble. There's two books published, and I'm working on the third. And if you find that you can give three or five dollars to the podcast each month, there's a donation page on the Buzz Sprout website, and I would be grateful for both of those things.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

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Several Minnesota mayors are asking state lawmakers to let them regulate guns at the city level, after the tragic shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School. We talk to Rochester's mayor about why she joined these calls and what restrictions she wants to bring to her city.As we march into the third week of a federal government shutdown, we talk to a national and a local leader about how it could impact hunger levels in the state.We talk about our state's wet weather this week and get the forecast for the weekend from MPR's chief meteorologist. Plus, you may have heard of actor Dallas Goldtooth, who has roots in the Lower Sioux Indian Community in Minnesota. His background is in comedy, but he's taken on a more serious role in the new show “The Last Frontier.”The Minnesota Music Minute was "Countryside" by Brian Just and "The Ghoul on the Hill" by Los Straitjackets was the Song of the Day.

Send us a textWe challenge how we spend time and what our choices prove, read Hebrews 13 and Psalm 115 on trust and idols, and revisit Columbus through primary sources and Las Casas to test easy narratives and seek honest history with a Christian lens. We add a Medal of Honor snapshot to ground virtue in action and close with prayer and practical calls to trust God in daily life.• examining whether our last 24 hours reflect faith• Hebrews 13 on love, marriage, generosity, and obedience• Psalm 115 contrasting living trust with lifeless idols• Proverbs on how praise tests character and folly clings• trusting God as helper and shield without fear• Medal of Honor: Horatio L. Birdsall, courage and service• Queen Isabella's commission and shipboard devotions• Columbus's journal entries on peaceful contact and conversion by love• Las Casas's role, sources, and complexity over slogans• personal challenge to prioritize God, spouse, and neighborIf you're looking for a family-friendly middle-grade fantasy kids, grandkids, or to read as a family, I would humbly request that you check out Countryside. And if you feel like you can spare$3 or$5 each month to support the podcast, I would appreciate that too.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Send us a textWe connect the daily choice to seek God with the way we love our spouse and shape our nation's character, moving from Song of Solomon to Hebrews 9 and Psalm 106 to America's history with the Bible. Along the way we press into intimacy's three legs, unequal yokes, innocent blood, and why public life needs Scripture.• making time for God in prayer and Scripture• loving a spouse through roles, obedience, and praise• Song of Solomon on longing, distance, and delight• intimacy as spiritual, emotional, and physical stability• Hebrews 9 and the limits of ritual without Christ• Psalm 106 on idolatry, innocent blood, and mercy• choosing a believing spouse and avoiding unequal yokes• honoring Medal of Honor recipient Charles G. Bickham• the founders, Bible in schools, and public virtue• clarifying God and state versus church and state• closing prayer and resources to support the workIf you are looking for a family-friendly middle-grade fantasy series, I would humbly recommend Countryside. Two books in the series, working on the third. And if you're getting something out of the podcast and you feel like you can donate three bucks a month, five bucks a month, there's a donation page on the website where you can do that.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Welcome to Learn Polish Podcast episode 525. Ania and Roy discuss life in the city (with a focus on Łódź) versus life in the village, sharing personal experiences from Poland, Ireland, and dreams of living by the sea in Spain. They compare transport, nightlife, community, noise, safety, food quality and convenience, and share personal preferences: Roy favors village life for peace and nature, while Ania values the city's activities and amenities.   I have just launched my PodFather Podcast Coach Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about   Start your own SKOOl Academy https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠   

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Send us a textA candid walk through repentance, marriage, and moral courage, woven with Scripture and a striking story of hidden heroism. We tie Hebrews 8 to daily habits, reflect on beauty as action, and tackle how private choices shape public life.• daily check on prayer, Scripture, and spouse priority• excuses versus results as a habit problem• repentance as confession, resolve, and persistence• Song of Solomon and beauty defined by actions• Hebrews 8 and the new covenant's better promises• Psalm 106 and Proverbs on memory, counsel, and drift• give the Bible and model faith through actions• humility and heroism: William J. Crawford's story• 1815 Pennsylvania case on obscenity and public harm• cultural effects of pornography and sexual ethics• practical tips: news, budgeting, meal prep, early shopping• closing prayer and blessingsIf you are looking for a middle-grade fantasy family-friendly, I would humbly recommend Countryside. If you enjoy it, if you would leave a review somewhere, that helps immensely. Also, if you're getting something out of the podcast and you feel like you can support for $3 a month, $5 a month, there's a website on Buzz Sprout where you can donate each month.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

DIY Enthusiast & the man behind "Anton in Japan" YouTube Channel, Anton Wörmann joins the Krewe to talk about akiya, Japan's abandoned home phenomenon, and how he's transforming them into stunning spaces. We dig into what it's like to buy, clear out, & renovate an akiya and how Anton's journey from fashion to DIY restoration is reshaping what “home” means in Japan.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:53:00)------ Past Home & Architecture Episodes ------S5E15 - Change in Urban & Rural Japanese Communities ft. Azby BrownS5E6 - Inside Japanese Homes & Architecture ft. Azby BrownS3E2 - Buying Real Estate in Japan ft. Ziv Nakajima-Magen------ Links about Anton ------Anton in Japan YouTube ChannelAnton on IGAnton in Japan Website & ResourcesAnton on TikTokAnton's Live Master Class on Oct 12 @ 10am JST (Sign Up!)Anton's Akiya Master Class Program------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

We report on the increasing amounts of waste dumped in the countryside and how to tackle it.As party conference season continues, we're hearing from most of the major parties on their farming and rural policies. Agricultural policy is devolved and with elections for the Welsh Parliament in May next year, Plaid Cymru's conference this weekend may well be seen as a launch for that election campaign.Farmers whose land was compulsorily purchased say they're frustrated that they still can't buy it back. Presented by Charlotte Smith and produced by Beatrice Fenton.

Send us a textWe pray through Scripture, confront the weight of folly, and argue that marriage should look unmistakably faithful—so faithful it seems “too clingy” to a watching world. From Song of Solomon and Melchizedek to boredom's hidden gift and early American sources, we tie devotion to daily habits that renew homes and civic life.• cleaving in marriage as a living witness of Christ and the Church• practical calls to pray, read Scripture, and be still• Song of Solomon's pursuit and protection of love• Melchizedek and Christ's enduring priesthood• Psalm 105 on provision leading to obedience• Proverbs on the heavy cost of foolishness• boredom as a path to reflection and renewal• Churchill's daily quiet as an example of mental rest• Medal of Honor courage as a model of faithfulness• founding-era texts tying faith to public virtue• closing prayer and blessings for families and nationsIf you are looking for a family-friendly, middle grade fantasy read, kind of along the lines of Narnia or The Hobbit, if you would check out Countryside, I would be gratefulAnd if you enjoyed, if you'd leave a review, I would be very gratefulAnd if you are getting something out of the podcast, uh, if you'd share it with other people, y'all help it to spreadAnd B, there's a donation page on the Buzz Sprout website associated with the podcastIf you can donate three bucks a month, five bucks a month, that would be wonderfulSupport the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Send us a textWe set our priorities on God first and spouse second, drawing strength from Hebrews 6's unbreakable promise and Song of Solomon's picture of joyful devotion. We reckon with gray divorce, remember a quiet Navy hero, and revisit Pennsylvania's founding ideals that tie liberty to Christian virtue.• daily time with God as a living priority• marriage as cleaving like glue, guarding against small foxes• Hebrews 6: promise, oath, and an anchor for the soul• Joseph's trials forming character before promotion• assurance in Christ over doubt, fear, and failure• Medal of Honor: John F. Bickford's courage under fire• Pennsylvania's charter linking liberty with Christian virtue• practical steps to reorder love, time, and attentionIf you are looking for a family-friendly middle-grade fantasy series, I would humbly recommend Countryside. There's two books in the series so far, working on a third one. If you get a chance, check it out. And if you enjoy it, if you would leave a review somewhere, I would greatly appreciate that.On the podcast, there's a website page on Buzz Sprout, which hosts the podcast where you can donate $3 a month, $5 a month, whatever you can do would be greatly appreciated.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

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Listen to the peaceful sounds of a quiet countryside night — distant owl calls and gentle rustling trees create a serene, grounding atmosphere for sleep and relaxation.Want access to an ad-free, 8-hour version of this episode? Try Deep Sleep Sounds Premium free for 7 days: https://sleepsounds.supercast.com/.Create a mix of your favorite sounds by downloading the Deep Sleep Sounds App at: https://deepsleepsounds.onelink.me/U0RY/app.Having an issue with Deep Sleep Sounds or want to ask us a question? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.  Our AppsRedeem exclusive, unlimited access to premium content for 1 month FREE in our mobile apps built by the Slumber Studios team:Slumber App: slumber.fm/deepsleepsounds Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We call for urgent, practical faith—read Scripture daily, pray, and reorder priorities toward eternity—while pressing into the meaning of “cleave” in marriage and the unchanging supremacy of Christ. History, Psalms, Proverbs, and a Medal of Honor story ground courage, character, and culture.• gratitude and prayer for everyday gifts and first responders• urgency about time, death and eternal priorities• marriage as covenantal cleaving, not casual closeness• Hebrews 1 on Christ's radiance, authority and immutability• Psalm 102 for lament and hope, Proverbs 26 against quarrels and rumors• Arthur O. Beyer's courage reshaping the battlefield• founders urging daily Bible reading and Scripture in education• culture shifts versus God's steady truth• practical steps to read, pray and pursue your spouseIf you are looking for a fun, family-friendly middle grade series, I would humbly recommend Countryside. And if you check it out and you enjoy it, if you would leave a review somewhere, I would greatly appreciate that.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

English nature faces an unprecedented human-made environmental crisis as thousands of Countryside Stewardship agreements expire at the end of this year. Over 4,500 farms are affected, threatening to undo years of conservation work.We'll discuss why we're in this mess - what it could mean for England's nature - and what can be done about it. ffinlo Costain (8point9.com) is joined by Anna Biesty (Deepdale Farm) Martin Hole (Montague Farm) Chris Millward (Bibbey's Wild Farms) and Martin Lines (Nature Friendly Farming Network).* Watch instead? Search 'Farm Gate podcast' on YouTube* More land use news at 8point9.com

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We press pause on daily noise to ask hard questions about time with God, marriage as a daily priority, and the quiet power of integrity at home. Along the way we read Titus 2, Philemon, and Psalm 101, warn against gossip, honor Albert Beyer's courage, and revisit providence in the Constitution.• gratitude for Scripture and freedom to read it• marriage as daily priority over distractions• Titus 2 roles, self‑control, and mentorship• Philemon's model of restoration and brotherhood• Psalm 101's call to integrity at home• Proverbs on gossip as fuel for conflict• Medal of Honor remembrance: Albert Beyer• founders' quotes on providence and the Constitution• critique of Everson and church‑state confusion• practical steps to reorder time, habits, and homeIf you enjoy a family‑friendly middle grade fantasy, please check out Countryside and, if you enjoy it, leave a review online somewhere, parents or grandparents or kids Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Two back to back conversations with new clients - both of them looking for a holiday home in Japan under 100,000 USD - what can they get, where can they get it, and what should they be watching out for?

We explore the math of time that shapes faith and marriage, then turn to Scripture, history, and vocation to call for courage, mercy, and daily acts of good. Prayer, Mark 10, and Titus 3 anchor a practical path from quarrels to gratitude and unity.• opening thanks and prayer of intercession across vocations and families• time arithmetic applied to faith and marriage priorities• lay leadership and being Christians in every profession• Mark 10 on one flesh and covenantal unity• Titus 3 on mercy, doing good, avoiding useless quarrels• Psalm 100 on gratitude and steady joy• Civil War Medal of Honor story as courage and providence• historical quotes on faith in public life• warning against appeasement and compromised principles• closing blessings and recommended readingIf you're looking for a family-friendly middle-grade fantasy series to read, I would humbly recommend Countryside. There's two books in the series, working on the third. And if you enjoy it, if you would share it with somebody else and leave a review somewhere, I would greatly appreciate that.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

We open with gratitude and confession, then settle into a plain, sturdy vision for prayer, marriage, and civic virtue rooted in Titus 2 and Psalm 99. Along the way we honor a Civil War sailor, consider John Adams and Lincoln on affliction and hope, and challenge the distractions that steal our devotion.• simple prayer as a daily anchor• marriage fidelity and actions proving love• Titus 2 roles and lived integrity• Psalm 99 holiness, justice, and grateful discipline• Proverbs 26:17 on restraint and meddling• grace that trains us to say no to sin• Asa Betham's courage and ordinary duty under fire• John Adams, Lincoln, and virtue forged by hardship• reordering loves away from sports, screens, and noise• celebrating liberty with devotion to GodIf you're looking for a family fun middle grade read, I would humbly recommend Countryside. You can get it Amazon, Barnes Noble, pretty much any bookstore can order it hardback, paperback, ebook. And if you enjoy it, if you'd leave a review somewhere and share it with somebody else, I'd be very grateful for that.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Rediscovering Friendship on a Danish Countryside Road Trip Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-09-29-07-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Det var en kølig efterårsdag, da Lars og Mette startede deres roadtrip gennem det danske landskab.En: It was a cool autumn day when Lars and Mette began their road trip through the Danish countryside.Da: De havde ikke set hinanden i flere år, og det føltes både spændende og lidt nervepirrende for dem begge.En: They hadn't seen each other in several years, and it felt both exciting and a bit nerve-wracking for them both.Da: De kørte ad snoede veje, omgivet af træer iført livlige nuancer af rød, orange og guld.En: They drove along winding roads, surrounded by trees adorned in lively shades of red, orange, and gold.Da: Solen brød frem mellem skyerne som en kærkommen varm gestus.En: The sun broke through the clouds as a welcome warm gesture.Da: Lars, der sad bag rattet, kastede et sidelæns blik på Mette.En: Lars, who was behind the wheel, cast a sideways glance at Mette.Da: Hun kiggede ud ad vinduet med et lille smil på læben, som om hun nød hver eneste detalje af landskabet.En: She looked out the window with a small smile on her lips, as if she was enjoying every detail of the landscape.Da: "Det er godt at være tilbage," sagde hun pludselig og brød stilheden.En: "It's good to be back," she suddenly said, breaking the silence.Da: "Ja, det er det virkelig," svarede Lars med en kort latter.En: "Yes, it really is," replied Lars with a short laugh.Da: Han mærkede en varm fornemmelse indeni.En: He felt a warm sensation inside.Da: Her var Mette, hans gamle ven, ved siden af ham, som om der ikke var gået nogen tid overhovedet.En: Here was Mette, his old friend, beside him, as if no time had passed at all.Da: Vejen bød på skiftende scenarier, fra enge til tætte skove, hver kilometer fyldt med minder fra deres fortid.En: The road offered changing scenes, from meadows to dense forests, each kilometer filled with memories from their past.Da: Det var næsten som om, naturen selv støttede deres genforening.En: It was almost as if nature itself was supporting their reunion.Da: Deres samtale kom i gang, som om en usynlig barriere blev brudt mellem dem.En: Their conversation started as if an invisible barrier had been broken between them.Da: "Kan du huske, da vi plejede at cykle til den lille bakke udenfor byen og spise madpakker?"En: "Do you remember when we used to bike to the little hill outside town and eat packed lunches?"Da: spurgte Mette, hendes øjne strålende af nostalgi.En: asked Mette, her eyes shining with nostalgia.Da: "Lige så tydeligt som i går," svarede Lars.En: "As clearly as yesterday," Lars answered.Da: "Jeg har savnet de dage."En: "I've missed those days."Da: Da de kørte gennem et område med tæt beplantede marker, samlede Lars modet til at åbne op for, hvad der virkelig havde bragt ham til at invitere Mette på denne tur.En: As they drove through an area with densely planted fields, Lars gathered the courage to open up about what had truly prompted him to invite Mette on this trip.Da: "Mette, jeg vil gerne sige noget."En: "Mette, I want to say something."Da: Hendes nysgerrige blik mødte hans.En: Her curious gaze met his.Da: "Ja, hvad er det?"En: "Yes, what is it?"Da: "Jeg har virkelig savnet vores venskab.En: "I've really missed our friendship.Da: De år, vi ikke har set hinanden, har jeg ofte tænkt på, hvor vigtigt det var for mig," sagde Lars, hans stemme lidt anspændt, men ærlig.En: In the years we haven't seen each other, I've often thought about how important it was to me," said Lars, his voice a bit tense but honest.Da: "Jeg vil gerne prøve igen, se om vi kan finde den forbindelse."En: "I'd like to try again, see if we can find that connection."Da: Mette smilede varmt og rakte ud for at toppe hans hånd.En: Mette smiled warmly and reached out to touch his hand.Da: "Jeg har også savnet dig, Lars.En: "I've missed you too, Lars.Da: Livet er blevet så travlt, men jeg vil gerne gøre en indsats for os."En: Life has gotten so busy, but I want to make an effort for us."Da: Da de kørte videre gennem det maleriske landskab, fyldt med farverige træer under en klaret blå himmel, blev de enige om at holde kontakten og udforske deres venskab, som det er nu.En: As they continued driving through the picturesque landscape, filled with colorful trees under a clear blue sky, they agreed to keep in touch and explore their friendship as it is now.Da: De lovede hinanden at være mere til stede i hinandens liv.En: They promised each other to be more present in each other's lives.Da: Lars følte en lettelse, han ikke havde forventet.En: Lars felt a relief he hadn't expected.Da: Han havde været sårbar, og det havde båret frugt.En: He had been vulnerable, and it had borne fruit.Da: Det danske landskab, med sin rolige efterårsskønhed, virkede som det perfekte vidne til en ny begyndelse.En: The Danish landscape, with its serene autumn beauty, seemed like the perfect witness to a new beginning.Da: Samen lykken varmede ham fra indersiden, og han vidste nu, at sandt venskab kunne holde tidens og forandringens test.En: Together, the happiness warmed him from the inside, and he now knew that true friendship could withstand the test of time and change. Vocabulary Words:autumn: efterårnerve-wracking: nervepirrendewinding: snoedeadorned: iførtglance: bliklandscape: landskabgesture: gestussilence: stilhedlaughter: lattermeadows: engedense: tættebarrier: barrierenostalgia: nostalgigathered: samledecourage: modetcurious: nysgerrigetense: anspændtconnection: forbindelseeffort: indsatspicturesque: maleriskepromised: lovederelief: lettelsevulnerable: sårbarborne: båretfruit: frugtserene: roligebeauty: skønhedwitness: vidnebeginning: begyndelsehappiness: lykken

Jesse Coop explores how viewing relationships as divine gifts rather than entitlements transforms how we treat our loved ones. Drawing from Andrew Jackson's 1834 letter, biblical wisdom, and early American leaders' perspectives, he emphasizes treating people as blessings we're grateful for rather than possessions we're entitled to.• The difference between seeing loved ones as blessings versus entitlements• When we view people as gifts from God, we pay attention to them daily like precious treasures• Reading from Titus 1:1-16 highlighting qualifications for church leadership and the importance of sound teaching• Readings from Psalms 97-98 celebrating God's righteousness and justice• Medal of Honor spotlight on Charles Albert Besse, who demonstrated extraordinary courage during the 1877 Indian campaigns• Noah Webster's assertion that neglecting biblical principles causes societal ills• John Jay's statement that the Bible teaches us how to be happy in this world and the next• The importance of biblical literacy for both personal and national flourishingPlease consider sharing this podcast with others and reading the Countryside book series if you're looking for family-friendly fantasy.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Today we explore what it means to live an authentic Christian life through daily disciplines and faithful obedience. We examine whether our actions truly align with our professed faith.• Challenge to evaluate if there's enough evidence to "convict" you of being a Christian• Scripture reading from 1 Corinthians 7 on fulfilling marital duties and mutual submission• Paul's powerful testimony in 2 Timothy 4 about fighting the good fight and finishing the race• Reflection on storing treasures in heaven rather than on earth• Historical quotes from John Adams and Benjamin Rush on Christianity's role in society• Warning from Churchill about how "unwisdom, carelessness, and good nature" allowed evil to gain power• Medal of Honor recognition for Henry Bertram's service in the Indian CampaignsIf you're looking for a family-friendly middle grade fantasy book series, check out "Countryside." Two books are available in the series so far, with a third one in progress. Your reviews online would be greatly appreciated.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Jesse Cope explores the importance of making God our top priority in times of uncertainty and discusses the challenges of authentic Christian discipleship in a changing world. The episode examines how to prepare our faith for difficult times while emphasizing scriptural wisdom on marriage, righteous living, and trusting God through persecution.• Making time for God daily as storm clouds gather on the horizon• Marriage wisdom from 1 Peter 3:1-7 on how husbands and wives should treat each other• Scripture from 2 Timothy describing moral decline in the "last days"• Following Christ genuinely will involve some form of suffering or persecution• The extraordinary Medal of Honor story of Vito R. Bertoldo's 48-hour stand against enemy forces• Reflections on Presidents Jefferson and Adams both dying on July 4th, 1826• The importance of turning back to God as our only true hope as individuals and as a nationIf you're looking for a family-friendly middle-grade fantasy book series similar to Narnia or The Hobbit, please check out Countryside and consider leaving a review if you enjoy it.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

We explore the growing disconnect between people as technology, particularly AI companions, replaces genuine human relationships, revealing a deeper problem of misplaced priorities. This episode examines how our time allocation reflects our true values toward God, our spouses, and our nation.• Studies show 19% of US adults have used AI to simulate romantic partners with 21% preferring AI to real human interaction• Technology isn't the problem - we've been choosing distractions over real connections for decades• Marriage requires treating your spouse as "one out of seven billion treasure" worthy of your time and attention• Scripture readings emphasize endurance, faithfulness and flourishing when rooted in God• Medal of Honor recipient Charles Joseph Berry's sacrifice contrasts with modern attitudes of entitlement• Historical quotes from Admiral Porter and President Hoover highlight Christianity's essential role in American civilization• Jesus Christ remains our only hope for salvation and eternal lifeIf you have time and are interested in family-friendly fantasy, I would humbly recommend Countryside. There are two books in the series - e-book, hardback, paper book - and if you enjoy it, please leave a review somewhere.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

From the Australian outback comes a shapeshifting terror that watches from the tree line. Tonight's collection features a faceless cowboy that drops to all fours, a Kentucky skinwalker with gorilla arms and deer head, and something in the Cascades that's learning to wear human skin. Plus, an Australian farm plagued by a creature that shouldn't exist, and paranormal encounters from haunted churches to childhood homes filled with heavy footsteps and red glowing eyes. ⚠️ Best listened to with headphones in complete darkness ⚠️ 0:00 INTRO 0:56 The Thing on the Farm from don't ask AUS1 14:33 A Ghost in the Red Church from AnonymousCat 22:13 I Got Chased by a Skinwalker in the Hollers of Kentucky from Weeviking 25:58 A Weird Migraine from CanadianVicking 33:45 Stories from the House I Grew Up In from jmrievley 42:15 I Don't Know What It Is from Addy.x 48:28 Cowboy Creature from semiaquaticexotics Become an Eeriecast PLUS Member! https://eeriecast.com/plus Background music from one of these sources: Myuu https://www.youtube.com/@Myuu CO.AG Darkness Prevails Epidemic Sound LXZURAY GIMU Get CRYPTID: The Creepy Card Battling Game https://cryptidcardgame.com/ Get our merch http://eeriecast.store/ Join my Discord! https://discord.gg/3YVN4twrD8 Follow the Unexplained Encounters podcast! https://pod.link/1152248491 Follow and review Tales from the Break Room on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! https://pod.link/1621075170 Submit Your Story Here: https://www.darkstories.org/ Subscribe on YouTube for More Stories! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh_VbMnoL4nuxX_3HYanJbA?sub_confirmation=1 #Skinwalker #Haunted #TrueHorrorStories #ScaryStories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We explore what it means to truly live out our faith in everyday actions and relationships, examining whether our claimed priorities match our daily behaviors.• If someone accused you of being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?• Each person carries their own unique cross - we shouldn't assume others have it easy just because they don't share our struggles• What matters in marriage is loving your spouse in ways meaningful to them, not just in ways that make sense to you• Biblical guidance from 1 Corinthians 7:3-6 on meeting each other's needs in marriage• Parents, especially mothers, have irreplaceable influence on children's faith development• Medal of Honor tribute to Randolph Carter Berkeley for his service in Veracruz, 1914• Historical wisdom from John Adams and William Bradford on independence and following leaders only as they follow Christ• We should follow any person, institution, or political party only as far as they follow ChristCheck out my family-friendly middle grade book series "Countryside" - if you enjoy it, please consider leaving a review online.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

This week on the UK Travel Planning Podcast, host Tracy Collins is joined by Amy Carpenter from Texas, who shares her unforgettable two-week adventure exploring England with her husband, Mark.Amy takes us through the highlights of their carefully planned itinerary, from the bustling streets of London to the charm of the Cotswolds, iconic castles, and literary landmarks. Highlights included Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason, and quiet moments at St Dunstan in the East.In the Cotswolds, they based themselves in Bourton-on-the-Water, explored honey-coloured villages, and visited Sudeley Castle at dusk. A lifelong Jane Austen fan, Amy fulfilled a dream by visiting Bath, Winchester, and Chawton. Staying overnight at Hever Castle was a standout, giving them the rare chance to explore the grounds after closing time.Along the way, Amy discovered a love of steak and ale pie, picked up 21 tea towels as keepsakes, and gathered plenty of tips for fellow travellers — from using trusted transfer services to the importance of planning ahead.Whether you are a history buff, a Jane Austen devotee, or simply dreaming of your own UK escape, Amy's trip report is filled with practical advice and plenty of inspiration for your next journey across the pond.

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Since the beginning of the twentieth century, modern Chinese intellectuals, reformers, revolutionaries, leftist journalists, and idealistic youth often crossed the increasing gap between the city and the countryside, which made the act of "going to the countryside" a distinctively modern experience and a continuous practice in China. Such a spatial crossing eventually culminated in the socialist state program of "down to the villages" movements during the 1960s and 1970s. What then was the special significance of "going to the countryside" before that era? Yu Zhang explores the cultural representations and practices of this practice between 1915 and 1965, focusing on individual homecoming, rural reconstruction, revolutionary journeys, the revolutionary "going down to the people" as well as going to the frontiers and rural hometowns for socialist construction. As part of the larger discourses of enlightenment, revolution, and socialist industrialization, the act of going to the countryside entailed new ways of looking at the world and ordinary people, brought about new experiences of space and time, initiated new means of human communication and interaction, and generated new forms of cultural production. Going to the Countryside: The Rural in the Modern Chinese Cultural Imagination, 1915–1965 (U of Michigan Press, 2020) argues that this new body of cultural productions did not merely turn the rural into a constantly changing representational space; most importantly, the rural has been constructed as a distinct modern experiential and aesthetic realm characterized by revolutionary changes in human conceptions and sentiments. Through her close examinations of the practice, Yu Zhang shows a fundamental epistemic shift in modern China and ultimately how it creates a new aesthetic, social, and political landscape. Jing Li teaches Chinese language and modern Chinese literature and film. Her research focuses on rural China and independent cinema. She is developing a public humanities project on Chinese rural cinema, and serves as guest editor for the Chinese Independent Film Archive (CIFA). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Since the beginning of the twentieth century, modern Chinese intellectuals, reformers, revolutionaries, leftist journalists, and idealistic youth often crossed the increasing gap between the city and the countryside, which made the act of "going to the countryside" a distinctively modern experience and a continuous practice in China. Such a spatial crossing eventually culminated in the socialist state program of "down to the villages" movements during the 1960s and 1970s. What then was the special significance of "going to the countryside" before that era? Yu Zhang explores the cultural representations and practices of this practice between 1915 and 1965, focusing on individual homecoming, rural reconstruction, revolutionary journeys, the revolutionary "going down to the people" as well as going to the frontiers and rural hometowns for socialist construction. As part of the larger discourses of enlightenment, revolution, and socialist industrialization, the act of going to the countryside entailed new ways of looking at the world and ordinary people, brought about new experiences of space and time, initiated new means of human communication and interaction, and generated new forms of cultural production. Going to the Countryside: The Rural in the Modern Chinese Cultural Imagination, 1915–1965 (U of Michigan Press, 2020) argues that this new body of cultural productions did not merely turn the rural into a constantly changing representational space; most importantly, the rural has been constructed as a distinct modern experiential and aesthetic realm characterized by revolutionary changes in human conceptions and sentiments. Through her close examinations of the practice, Yu Zhang shows a fundamental epistemic shift in modern China and ultimately how it creates a new aesthetic, social, and political landscape. Jing Li teaches Chinese language and modern Chinese literature and film. Her research focuses on rural China and independent cinema. She is developing a public humanities project on Chinese rural cinema, and serves as guest editor for the Chinese Independent Film Archive (CIFA). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

Since the beginning of the twentieth century, modern Chinese intellectuals, reformers, revolutionaries, leftist journalists, and idealistic youth often crossed the increasing gap between the city and the countryside, which made the act of "going to the countryside" a distinctively modern experience and a continuous practice in China. Such a spatial crossing eventually culminated in the socialist state program of "down to the villages" movements during the 1960s and 1970s. What then was the special significance of "going to the countryside" before that era? Yu Zhang explores the cultural representations and practices of this practice between 1915 and 1965, focusing on individual homecoming, rural reconstruction, revolutionary journeys, the revolutionary "going down to the people" as well as going to the frontiers and rural hometowns for socialist construction. As part of the larger discourses of enlightenment, revolution, and socialist industrialization, the act of going to the countryside entailed new ways of looking at the world and ordinary people, brought about new experiences of space and time, initiated new means of human communication and interaction, and generated new forms of cultural production. Going to the Countryside: The Rural in the Modern Chinese Cultural Imagination, 1915–1965 (U of Michigan Press, 2020) argues that this new body of cultural productions did not merely turn the rural into a constantly changing representational space; most importantly, the rural has been constructed as a distinct modern experiential and aesthetic realm characterized by revolutionary changes in human conceptions and sentiments. Through her close examinations of the practice, Yu Zhang shows a fundamental epistemic shift in modern China and ultimately how it creates a new aesthetic, social, and political landscape. Jing Li teaches Chinese language and modern Chinese literature and film. Her research focuses on rural China and independent cinema. She is developing a public humanities project on Chinese rural cinema, and serves as guest editor for the Chinese Independent Film Archive (CIFA). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Since the beginning of the twentieth century, modern Chinese intellectuals, reformers, revolutionaries, leftist journalists, and idealistic youth often crossed the increasing gap between the city and the countryside, which made the act of "going to the countryside" a distinctively modern experience and a continuous practice in China. Such a spatial crossing eventually culminated in the socialist state program of "down to the villages" movements during the 1960s and 1970s. What then was the special significance of "going to the countryside" before that era? Yu Zhang explores the cultural representations and practices of this practice between 1915 and 1965, focusing on individual homecoming, rural reconstruction, revolutionary journeys, the revolutionary "going down to the people" as well as going to the frontiers and rural hometowns for socialist construction. As part of the larger discourses of enlightenment, revolution, and socialist industrialization, the act of going to the countryside entailed new ways of looking at the world and ordinary people, brought about new experiences of space and time, initiated new means of human communication and interaction, and generated new forms of cultural production. Going to the Countryside: The Rural in the Modern Chinese Cultural Imagination, 1915–1965 (U of Michigan Press, 2020) argues that this new body of cultural productions did not merely turn the rural into a constantly changing representational space; most importantly, the rural has been constructed as a distinct modern experiential and aesthetic realm characterized by revolutionary changes in human conceptions and sentiments. Through her close examinations of the practice, Yu Zhang shows a fundamental epistemic shift in modern China and ultimately how it creates a new aesthetic, social, and political landscape. Jing Li teaches Chinese language and modern Chinese literature and film. Her research focuses on rural China and independent cinema. She is developing a public humanities project on Chinese rural cinema, and serves as guest editor for the Chinese Independent Film Archive (CIFA). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/film

Today's poem is The Difficult Countryside by John Gallaher. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “Moving through the world with a personal soundtrack in my ears makes me feel somehow insulated from the world AND more a part of the world. Clouds, birds, buildings, people—I see all of them differently with my favorite songs as the backdrop.” Celebrate the power of poems with a gift to The Slowdown today. Every donation makes a difference: https://tinyurl.com/rjm4synp

Episode Notes Join our Patreon for early access and bonus episodes and help support the show! Get exclusive Japanese horror merchandise and join the Discord! Eight tales of horrifying encounters in the countryside. With so much space and so few people, what really lurks out there when you're all alone? BGM thanks to Myuuji, Kevin MacLeod and CO.AG. Sound effects thanks to Free Sound and freeSFX. Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License Support Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/kowabana