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Puberty can feel overwhelming for kids and parents alike. In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch explore new research on pubertal self efficacy and why confidence, not avoidance, is key to helping kids navigate this critical season. Drawing from findings in the Journal of Adolescence, they discuss how teens who understand what's happening in their bodies and emotions experience less anxiety and depression. Dr. Kathy explains self efficacy as the belief that "I can handle what's being asked of me," and shows parents how this confidence is built through contribution, clear instruction, patience, and ongoing conversation. Together, they unpack why puberty is such a significant identity shaping moment and why kids don't need mystery or silence, but guidance and reassurance. Grounded in Luke 2 and Jesus' own growth into maturity, this episode equips parents to replace fear with formation, helping kids experience puberty not as something to endure alone, but as a God designed process they are capable of walking through well.

Recorded 2026-01-28 08:28:08

Recorded 2026-01-28 04:32:04

As Valentine's Day approaches, emotions around friendship, belonging, and affection naturally rise, especially for kids. In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch help parents use this season as a teaching moment, not just a holiday. Together, they unpack what true friendship really is and how it differs from casual relationships. They dive into why not everyone belongs in the same place in a child's heart. Dr. Kathy introduces a simple yet powerful framework for understanding friendship levels, helping kids learn healthy boundaries and trust over time. The conversation also explores why self respect is essential for meaningful relationships, why kids must know their own God-given worth before they can love others well. Rooted in Jesus' command to love our neighbor as ourselves, this episode equips parents to guide children through affection, disappointment, conflict, and connection with wisdom, clarity, and grace, shining a steady light through the emotional complexities that Valentine's season can bring.      

Recorded 2026-01-27 04:29:55

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In this episode, we examine An American Crime (2007), a harrowing film based on one of the most disturbing true crime cases in American history. The movie follows the story of Sylvia Likens, a teenage girl left in the care of Gertrude Baniszewski while her parents traveled for work. What begins as a temporary living arrangement quickly spirals into unimaginable cruelty, as Gertrude, her children, and neighborhood kids participate in escalating physical and psychological abuse. We also dive into the real-life case that inspired the film, exploring what actually happened to Sylvia Likens in 1965 and how closely the movie follows the facts. This episode discusses the social conditions, power dynamics, and warning signs that allowed the abuse to continue unchecked, as well as the legal consequences that followed. While deeply unsettling, this story raises critical questions about accountability, community responsibility, and how extreme harm can occur in plain sight. Listener discretion is strongly advised.Sources:Torture Mom - Ryan Green https://people.com/sylvia-likens-abuse-caretaker-orchestrated-8752827WikiAn American CrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are our kids actually becoming less capable thinkers, and if so, why does that matter? In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch explore growing concerns about children's cognitive development, drawing on research from cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath. Together, they examine how increased screen use, especially in classrooms, may be reshaping how kids reason and learn. But this conversation goes deeper than test scores or IQ. Dr. Kathy reframes intellect as a muscle, one that fuels discernment, freedom, creativity, and wise decision making. They discuss why intelligence must be understood locally and relationally, not just nationally or digitally, and how parents can nurture thinking hearts by inviting kids into conversation, problem solving, boredom, and responsibility. Grounded in Solomon's prayer for a discerning heart, this episode reminds parents that raising intellectually capable kids isn't about academic pressure; it's about forming wise, free people who can love God with their minds and live faithfully in the world they're called to serve.    

Sponsor Link:This episode is brought to you with the support of NordVPN. When you really need to do something about your online privacy, go with the best...NordVPN. Get our extra 4 months free offer by visiting Nordvpn.com/spacenutsTemperature of Black Holes, Cosmic Mapping, and the Nature of SpaceIn this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle some of the most intriguing questions from their audience. Join them as they delve into the chilling temperatures of black holes, the expansive mapping of the universe by cutting-edge telescopes, and the enigmatic nature of space itself.Episode Highlights:- The Temperature of Black Holes: Andrew and Fred discuss Casey's question regarding the temperature of black holes. They explore the stark contrast between the scorching accretion disks and the surprisingly frigid temperatures within the event horizons, shedding light on the complexities of black hole physics.- Mapping the Universe: Eli's inquiry about the James Webb and Vera Rubin telescopes leads to a fascinating discussion on how much of the universe has been mapped and what we can expect in the coming decade. The hosts highlight the capabilities of these telescopes and the potential discoveries that await.- The Emptiness of Space: Robert poses a thought-provoking question about the nature of space and the Higgs boson. Andrew and Fred unravel the concept of the Higgs field, discussing its implications for our understanding of the universe and whether space is truly empty or filled with these elusive particles.- The Impact of Dark Matter and Energy: Rennie challenges the hosts to consider how discovering the true nature of dark matter and dark energy might affect life on Earth. Andrew and Fred reflect on the long-term benefits of such knowledge, drawing parallels to historical scientific advancements.For more Space Nuts, including our continuously updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, Instagram, and more. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favorite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/about.Stay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.

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After 5+ years, Lexi aka LexiChuChu on IG returns to the podcast! Lexi's been busy over on their side of the country and we finally had the stars (and schedules) align for their return! We get to catch up a bit before we dive into the realm of Video Games. We kick things off by talking about Hades. Lexi has put in a lot of hours with that game and you'll find out how many hours they've got, plus their favorite weapons for dear ol Zagreus. Plus, we discuss Hades 2 and the different mechanics and gameplay from Hades. Lexi also talks about a game category that we have determined to call Catharsis Games. No, they're not the cozy games you're used to hearing about. Lexi talks about what games are in her catharsis game category and what draws them to those particular games. From there, we're venturing back into Tabletop Roleplaying Games. In Lexi's first episode, this was a topic we had talked about. Now here we are with even more to say. Lexi talks about the multiple Dungeons and Dragons games they play and/or DM in, along with other TTRPG's like Pathfinder, Coyote and Crow, and more. We discuss the gameplay at the table versus online, the storylines that have been created, and the TTRPG systems they'd love to try in the future (here's looking at you, Blades in the Dark!) We then come full circle with more Cosplay. Lexi talks about the past 5 years and what they've been doing in that space, and getting back into building/crafting some cosplay pieces for competition this year. We talk about what they're working on and even more ideas for the future. We also talk about Cosplay Judging, as Lexi has judged for several competitions. We talk about what it's like having seams looked at, techniques being judged, and how to be a good competitor (in skill and respect for others) in cosplay competitions. You can find Lexi at:  https://www.instagram.com/lexichuchu/ You can listen to Lexi's first episode here: https://talesfromthefandom.libsyn.com/episode-194-lexichu-cosplay-talks-mmorpgs-book-recommendations-ttrpgs-and-cosplay

David and I began building oilfield heat exchangers in a heavy steel fabrication shop in Oklahoma when we were 14 years old. We were universally known as, “them schoolboys.”Steel shops are notoriously noisy, but when we heard “Schooolboy!” ring out above the cacophony of hammers and grinders, we would swivel our heads toward the sound and begin walking toward whomever was looking at us.“Hard, dirty and dangerous” describes the work and the men we worked with.To call them “drunks, deviants, and derelicts” would certainly be less kind, but no less accurate.There were also 8 or 9 solid family men, most of whom were foremen and supervisors.The oil coolers we built were the size of a two-car garage. And several times a day these metal monsters would be lifted 5 or 6 feet off the ground by an overhead crane and go swinging through the air to another part of the shop as far as 300 feet away.Heavy steel flying through the air is entirely unforgiving. One of my responsibilities was to drive injured guys to the hospital. But few of my bloody passengers were injured in accidents. Most of them were injured in fistfights with coworkers.When we were both 16, David and I were joined by a boy named Jay. Dark hair, dark eyes, and skin that was decidedly not English, Irish, Scottish, or German. We liked him immediately.David put a quarter into the machine and yanked a Pepsi from its mechanical jaws. He handed it to Jay and asked, “Are you some kind of Puerto Rikkan or something?”Jay scowled and said, “No, I ain't no dang Rikkan.”David smiled, clicked his Pepsi bottle against the one that Jay was holding, took a long drink, then said, “It's good to meet you, Rikkan.”We found out later that Jay was Italian, but his name was Rikkan from that day forward.A few days later, Rikkan began calling David “Cliff” and my name somehow became “Dean.” Rikkan never told us why he chose those names, but he refused to call us anything else, so David and I fell into line. I began calling him Cliff and he began calling me Dean.Jay, David and Roy became Rikkan, Cliff and Dean for the next 3 years. Utterly absurd, but completely true.Devin Wright has a sparkling laugh and I've always enjoyed hearing it.So when Devin began working with me 20 years ago, I would walk into his office each afternoon and ask a ridiculous question. Devin would laugh his sparkling laugh and I would walk away smiling.One day I popped my head into his office and looked at him quizzically, as though I was confused. He looked back at me, equally puzzled. With a completely straight face, I asked “Did you get a spray tan?”For once, Devin didn't laugh. He vigorously denied it, utterly aghast that I would ever think that he was so vain and shallow that he would ever stoop to such a ridiculous…I quit listening after that.So now you know how “Spraytan” was born.Jacob Harrison became “Boxwine” in a similar fashion,Dave Cullen became “Skunkmeat”Howard Wolowitz became “Fruit Loops”George Costanza became “KoKo”and Jeffrey Eisenberg became “Jet.”No, “Jet” is not a reduction of Jeffrey.When we agreed to meet for lunch last week, Jeffrey suggested by text that we meet at 1300 hours.I texted him back, “I never knew that you were in the Air Force. Did you fly fighter jets?”If all of this sounds lowbrow, redneck, hick, uncultured, ill-refined, outmoded, outdated, dinosaur-ish and in poor taste, I agree.But no one can spend 4 impressionable years working with drunks, deviants, and derelicts and walk away without at least one bad habit.Roy H. WilliamsDean Rotbart is taking a short Sabbatical from Monday Morning Radio for the next few weeks to travel across America gathering detailed...

The GOAT and the Stab's cofounder in one podcast? Yeah, we got that! Kelly Slater and Sam McIntosh join this edition of The Drop to give some behind-the-scenes details of our new Stab in the Dark series. Episode 2 drops this week, and reveals Kelly's first bite of the apple. Historically, a forbidden fruit — but in this case, oh so sweet. SITD X release schedule: Episode 1: Jan 13 Episode 2: Jan 27 Episode 3: Feb 10 Episode 4: Feb 24

Recorded 2026-01-25 20:02:32

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This week on Radio Labyrinth, we stare down the Atlanta ice storm—or whatever version of it actually shows up. Two days ago we were all doomed, today it's “mostly rain,” and YouTube weather channels are somewhere in between sounding the apocalypse siren. We talk storm panic, forecast whiplash, and the fine line between preparation and full-blown weather doom-scrolling.Then we pivot to pop culture comfort food with a debate over TV's greatest neighbor characters, sparked by a recent Washington Post ranking. From classic sitcom legends to chaotic wild cards, everyone brings their personal Top 3—and no, we do not all agree.Cold weather, hot takes, and the eternal question: who's the best neighbor in TV history—and why is everyone wrong except you?

What's the most realistic way a “dirty cop” plan would hold up in court, and why do TV writers get away with it?A movie recap turns into a long detour through The Walking Dead, Grey's Anatomy, and what it means to be permanently tied to one iconic role. From there it slides into Jennifer Lopez nostalgia, arguing over which of her movies were actually good, and realizing her singing voice is more distinctive than you remembered. Then the trip stories kick in. A birthday weekend, a Kroger Starbucks, and an all-time awkward public interaction that starts with, “Do you girls like elevators?” and somehow gets worse. The fight we were having before it happened, the immediate emotional whiplash after, and why we couldn't look away. Medieval Times gets reviewed like a consumer report. The horses and hawk are cool, the tournament runs long, and the sugar crash is real. Waffle House is loud enough to qualify as an assault, with plate slams, silverware buckets, and a screaming family turning breakfast into sensory warfare.There's also a return to the “K-pop boyfriend” conversation, what people mean when they say it, and why it can feel weird. That leads into a surprisingly earnest sidebar on poly relationships, “my wife's boyfriend” dynamics, and what that kind of arrangement does to people over time.Plus: caterpillars, butterflies, pollination, bad Italian food, a chaotic bill, and the kind of small annoyances that become the whole story.

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You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakenings App on the Apple Store,or downloading the very unofficial and unapproved Android version from WyldeInBed.com Are you ready to be captivated by a tale of passion and self-discovery?Alice's life has become an unending curtain of grey. Every day feels like a repetition of the last, leaving her yearning for excitement, pleasure, and a spark to ignite the fire within her. Little does she know, her life is about to take an unexpected turn.One fateful evening, while wandering through the city streets, Alice encounters a mysterious stranger. His presence is magnetic, drawing her in with an intensity she has never felt before. The air between them crackles with unspoken desire, and both are irresistibly drawn to one another.This chance meeting marks the beginning of Alice's sensual awakening. In the privacy of her own home, she indulges in self-pleasure, her thoughts consumed by the stranger she can't get out of her mind. Each touch sends waves of pleasure through her body, as she imagines his hands on her skin, his breath against her neck.Voyeuristic fantasies begin to flood her mind. She envisions being discovered in the act, her passionate encounters witnessed by unseen eyes. The thrill of being watched heightens her arousal, pushing her to explore her deepest desires.Alice's encounters with the stranger continue to fuel her erotic imagination. Their stolen glances and fleeting touches leave her breathless, driving her to new heights of self-pleasure. She is no longer the same woman she once was; she is transformed, awakened to a world of sensations she never knew existed.In this audio story, you will be taken on a journey of raw emotion and intense passion. Immerse yourself in Alice's world as she discovers the electrifying thrill of self-exploration and the intoxicating power of being desired. Feel the tension build with every whispered word and moan of pleasure, as Alice's fantasies come to life.Don't miss out on this tantalizing tale of erotic discovery. Surrender to the story and allow yourself to be swept away by the passion and intensity of Alice's awakening. Ready to take the plunge?Indulge in this sensual audio experience and uncover the thrilling world of self-pleasure and voyeuristic fantasies. Listen now and experience the erotic adventure you've been craving.

Recorded 2026-01-23 14:54:08

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In this episode the 7th Tower crew tries to escape the Hive's auction with their ill gotten goods...Cast- Reza- LenaThe Magnificent Figaro- Danny DelucaGamemaster- Jared WitkofskyAl Key- Chris FrenchPerberton- Andrew Collins-AndersonKevin- Morgan JustTony 'The Toe' Tito- Chris ThielFeaturing music by Pressure Highway, Jordan Fickel,  Danny Deluca and Motoshi Kosako  This work is based on Blades in the Dark (found at http://www.bladesinthedark.com/), product of One Seven Design, developed and authored by John Harper, and licensed for our use under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/). 

This week Terry ran off into the woods to go live with the Kreator, so Paul is joined by Mary as they dig into another episode of Are You Afraid of the Dark?, S2, Ep. 13, The Tale of Old Man Corcoran. Kenny and Jack recently moved to a new part of town and have not made any new friends. When a group of locals invite them out for a game of hide-in-seek, they decide to play, not knowing exactly where it will take place... 

Becky and Heather talk about the 2000s and books of the 2000s including Twilight (of course!) by Stephenie Meyer, Touch the Dark (the Cassie Palmer series) by Karen Chance, The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini, and Mister Monday (The Keys to the Kingdom series) by Garth Nix. 

Are we helping our kids, or holding them back? In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch explore the growing concern of overparenting and what truly drives it beneath the surface. Responding to research outlining common signs of overparenting, Dr. Kathy explains how fear and a parent's need to look successful often lead us to correct too often and trust too little. Together, they unpack the difference between guidance and control, love and fear. Using the image of Peter stepping out of the boat, this conversation reframes parenting as staying close without stepping in too soon, allowing kids to struggle, learn, and grow while knowing help is available. For parents who feel exhausted or unsure where the line is, this episode offers reassurance and a clearer vision: raising capable, resilient kids by learning when to step back rather than step in.

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“Flat earth is just a troll thing, right? People don't really believe that…”   Picking up right where we left off on our previous HEAVY METAL HIGH SCHOOL REUNION episode with even more stories of metal nostalgia and teenage retardity as we reflect on the pressing issues of the day during our high school residency.    “The bathrooms are over there, Everest is over there, and you've gotta be this high to ride the ride…”   From the discovery journeys that led us to our favorite bands to the band that was considered “the next level of ‘Shout At The Devil'”, we go further down the rabbit hole and assess how the 70's factored into our respective musical paths as well as uncover a potentially jarring shortlist of metal (and non-metal) bands that were hugely popular that we just didn't (and/or couldn't) connect with.   “…AKA The Flat Earth Emporium.”   Find out what it's like to enjoy “a little Mr. Black with some Elijah Craig on top”, discover why having hellions for children means “they're gonna be good prayerents when they get older”, understand that sometimes you're just not “mature enough to appreciate Reign In Blood” (especially if you “didn't have enough pubes to handle it”), and realize that flat earth people can be a great resource for discovering new music when you JOIN US for ROUND 2 of the HEAVY METAL HIGH SCHOOL REUNION BUNKERPOON BLOWOUT BONANZA!!! Visit www.metalnerdery.com/podcast for more on this episode Help Support Metal Nerdery https://www.patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast Leave us a Voicemail to be played on a future episode: 980-666-8182 Metal Nerdery Tees and Hoodies – metalnerdery.com/merch and kindly leave us a review and/or rating on your favorite Podcast app Follow us on the Socials: Facebook - Instagram - TikTok Email: metalnerdery@gmail.com Can't be LOUD Enough Playlist on Spotify Metal Nerdery Munchies on YouTube @metalnerderypodcast Show Notes: (00:01): “The answer is always yes…”/ #sovereigncitizen #dindunuffin / “I kinda wish there was a nation of Pig Latin…where the national language was Pig Latin…”/ #piglatin / “He's gonna smash…”/ “A little more than that…don't be greedy…”/ “Jeptha?” / ***WARNING: #listenerdiscretionisadvised ***/ “Side cheese? You mean poon?”/ “Does that mean they'll be good prarents when they get older?” / #prayerents / “If they're Irish, they're pink…”/ ***WELCOME BACK TO THE METAL NERDERY PODCAST!!!*** / #ThankYou #Shalom #SpecialGuest / “Just enjoyed a little Mr. Black with some Elijah Craig on top…”/ “So, what you're saying: you had a threesome…”/ “I had a threesome with some dudes…”/ #TheRighteousGemstones / “Do you guys like stuff that's weird?”/ #CyclingFrog #THCSeltzer / #gigglyhigh #aftershocks #laughtershocks / “The old Roxy or the new Roxy?” / #TheOldRoxy vs #TheNewRoxy / #TheEastern / “I ran over and got some old dude with a mop…” / “Right before Blackie goes on…”/ #WASP #ArmoredSaint / “Reagan was the mean orange guy for the early 80's…” (12:34): ***SOCIAL MEDIA US at #metalnerderypodcast on #Instagram #Facebook #TikTok and #YouTube / PATREON US at patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast ***/  “Some people are being weird about the name…”/ #PatreonShoutout / “It's not one fill…it's 3 fills in 1…”/ “It is the same drummer…it's the same album…” (15:33):  #TheDocket METAL NERDERY PODCAST PRESENTS:  METAL REUNION – VOL. 2 /  “What'd y'all think when Garage Days came out?”/ #Metallica HELPLESS (The $5.98 EP - Garage Days Re-Revisited – 1987) / “I'd have been happy if #Justice sounded like that…” / “You realize that's almost 40 fucking years old!?”/ “He pulled into my driveway…”/ “Pull up anything on Ride The Lightning…challenge accepted…”/ “Go back…and see how much you can hear #CliffBurton…”/ #BunkerpoonVengeance / RIDE THE LIGHTNING (Ride The Lightning – 1984) / “You can hear the noise of bass…”/ “I'm so sick of this argument…” (26:12): ***Check out our Rigor Mortis episode on our #Patreon page***/ “Two hard R's…”/ #RigorMortis RE-ANIMATOR (Rigor Mortis – 1988) / FREAKS (Freaks – 1989) / “Back in the day…which band would you claim as YOUR band?”/ #RussellsReflections /  #TheHogStory / “Wait, how big was the band-aid?”/ “A certain #flatearther that we all know who shall not be named…” / “It sounded like Journey but more metal…”/ #Instrumental /  Produced by #TerryDate / “Our flat earth friend gave Adam a copy of this…”/ “Flat earth is just a troll thing, right? People don't really believe that…”/ #DreamTheater YTSE JAM (When Dream And Day Unite – 1989) / “Can you imagine if Yngwie had this band?”/ “Okay…kill it there…”/ “I'm having such a brainfart…what's the guitar player's name?” / #JohnPetrucci / ‘He's not even the best drummer in Metallica' meme…  (43:00): “Metal Church…” / #MetalChurch TON OF BRICKS (The Dark – 1986) / “Before you leave…check out The Dark real quick…”/ “Greek? Like yogurt and gyros and stuff?” / #guyrose / “It's just The Dark…are you guys scared of The Dark?”/ THE DARK “That sounds like Dio Plus…”/ “This is like the next level of ‘Shout At The Devil'…”/ “Clean tigers and shiny diamonds…that's the name of our new podcast…” (48:54): “Did y'all find the modern stuff first and go backwards?” / “It was the #Thriller of #TheBlackAlbum of the black Michael Jackson…” / #BlackSabbath and #NeverSayDie memories / “I remember hearing the song on 96 Rock during the day…but I didn't know that was #Dio …”/ “I got the first Rainbow tape…from that spinner…pirating music, analog style…”/ #Rainbow MAN ON THE SILVER MOUNTAIN (Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow – 1975) / “Is it metal?”/ “It's like early dungeon metal…”/ “Rainbow's darker, metal wise, than Deep Purple…”/ “Sometimes you just don't connect…”/ “What is a band from the high school days that was huge but never connected (with you)?” / “I prefer Even Flow…when you're in a girl's snooch?”/ #SnoochAndGooch / #IronMaiden #Anthrax / “I've got a friend that absolutely hates ALL #PinkFloyd after Syd Barrett…”  / #TheDivisionBell tour stop at Georgia Tech / “I wish I would have gone…” (1:03:30): “I wanna go back to a day at my house…”/ #Slayer MANDATORY SUICIDE (South Of Heaven – 1988) / “Oh yeah, that brought me right out of prog rock…”/ “The first Slayer that I actually bought was…”/ “In fairness, I was 14 or 15, my balls hadn't dropped yet, and I hadn't even learned to masturbate right…”/ “I didn't have enough pubes to handle it…”/  “I don't think I was mature enough to appreciate Reign In Blood when it came out…”  (1:09:46): Favorite high school thrash bands and pick one song… / #SacredReich SURF NICARAGUA (Surf Nicaragua – 1988) / “Went from Trump to Cartman…”/ “When I first saw the video for ‘The Family Ghost' by King Diamond…” / #KingDiamond THE FAMILY GHOST (Abigail – 1987) / “Is that a bad sandwich?”/ “Nostalgic…”/ #Exodus FABULOUS DISASTER (Fabulous Disaster – 1989) / “Back to our flat-earther friend…”/ “The way his riffs are…you almost don't know where ‘1' is…”/ “…AKA The Flat Earth Emporium.”/ #FlatEartherFriend / “The bathrooms are over there, #Everest is over there, and you've gotta be this high to ride the ride…” / #SuicidalTendencies YOU CAN'T BRING ME DOWN (Lights…Camera…Revolution! – 1990) / Remembering when S.T. opened for #Metallica at The Benz… / The proper setup and layout of P.A. speakers / “Was that the only time that you saw S.T. live?” / “Wait a minute…$15!?” / THANK YOU FOR JOINING US!!! / #untilthenext #outroreel #hereitcomes

Why are teens and young adults suddenly drawn to reading, crocheting, sewing, walking, and other so-called "grandma hobbies"? In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch explore why slower, quieter pastimes are resurfacing, and why they matter deeply for identity formation. Dr. Kathy explains how hobbies cultivate joy, perseverance, reflection, and self-awareness in a culture driven by speed, comparison, and constant stimulation. Together, they unpack the difference between fleeting happiness and lasting joy, why self-awareness is underdeveloped in today's noisy world, and how practices like crafting, reading, and walking help kids learn to be comfortable with their own thoughts. Grounded in Luke 2 and the ordinary rhythms of Jesus' early life, this conversation encourages parents to reintroduce quiet, purposeful activities, not as escape from life, but as a way for kids to inhabit it more fully.

Mark Thompson joins Conway for a wide-ranging and surprisingly personal hour that starts with health, aging, and the anxiety of worrying about dying. The conversation takes a sharp turn into classic Conway absurdity as Tim and Mark debate whether they’d buy property in Greenland if the U.S. ever took it over — and reveal they once nearly bought a Dunkin’ Donuts franchise before choosing a Vegas trip instead. Things get very real when Conway shares that he took a serious fall earlier in the day, hit his head, and thought he broke his ankle. To lighten the moment, Tim turns it into a game — taking ten callers and offering $100 to anyone who can correctly guess what he was doing when he fell. Conway then reveals the full story: he was hanging clothes on a clothesline to save electricity when things went wrong. The discussion deepens with sobering examples of famous falls, including Chick Hearn’s fatal head injury and Bob Saget’s tragic accident, underscoring how quickly a simple fall can turn serious. The hour wraps with a relatable and hilarious rant about people who owe you money — why it’s awkward, why it never ends well, and how it feels straight out of an SNL sketch. Dark humor, real life scares, and classic Conway chaos collide in one unforgettable hour.

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In 1933 when a young, London inventor died under suspicious circumstances, his two surviving brothers turned to the talents of spiritualist mediums in the hopes of finding some answers to the many questions they had following the wholly satisfying inquest. Over a period of six months, the two men sat for several well known mediums, but by the end of it all, were given no hard answers to any of the bigger matters; Exactly who had been with him at the time of his death, and how had it come about? If anything, they were only asked a new question; Were any of the details given by the mediums to be trusted at all?SOURCES Gay, Kathleen (1957). The case of Edgar Vandy. Journal of the Society for Psychical Research 39, 2-61. London, UK. Mackenzie, Andrew (1970) The unexplained; some strange cases in psychical research. Abelard Schumann, London, UK. ​​Keen, M. (2002). The case of Edgar Vandy: Defending the evidence. Journal of the Society for Psychical Research 66, 247-59. London, UK. West Ham & South Essex Mail (1912) Funeral of Mr G.H Vandy. West Ham & South Essex Mail, Fri 7 June 1912, p8.  London, UK. Liverpool Daily Post (1967) The Unexplained. Liverpool Daily Post, Mon 6 Feb 1967, p9. Liverpool, UK. BBC (1975) Leap in the Dark. [Video] https://youtu.be/_9LrYSWaDxY?si=pdJCgxyv7j0ziQTU. BBC, London, UK. Sussex Express (1933) Bathing Fatality At Nutley. Sussex Express, Fri 11 Aug 1933, p5. Sussex, UK. ------ For almost anything, head over to the podcasts hub at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠darkhistories.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the show by visiting our Patreon for bonus episodes and Early Access: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/darkhistories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Dark Histories books are available to buy here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://author.to/darkhistories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dark Histories merch is available here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3GChjk9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://facebook.com/darkhistoriespodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find us on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://twitter.com/darkhistories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dark_histories/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or you can contact us directly via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠contact@darkhistories.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or join our Discord community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/cmGcBFf⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Dark Histories Butterfly was drawn by Courtney, who you can find on Instagram @bewildereye Music was recorded by me © Ben Cutmore 2017 Other Outro music was Paul Whiteman & his orchestra with Mildred Bailey - All of me (1931). It's out of copyright now, but if you're interested, that was that.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you sucked in the "Traumaverse"? Does recovery feel Heavy, Dark, and Depressing? Besties, this episode is for you! Today I help you tackle the emotional weight that can come with the healing journey and trauma recovery. We'll share practical tips to help you bring balance and joy back into your life, emphasizing the importance of integrating playful, lighthearted activities. ______________________________________MENTIONED IN PODCAST:

The last time I got out of prison, I was coming out with no money.    All of my money was gone.    Assets, too.    I got a "Dear John" letter in prison.    I had set up my wife for success in my mortgage business where she wouldn't have to stress about money.     She had a good paying job and I had rental assets to keep her afloat.    She ran off with the landscaper and sold all my shit.     Burned through all my savings.    Ground zero never hurt so bad.  A wasteland of despair and emotional, spiritual, mental, and financial damage.    I had to rebuild all over again.    By myself as I had many times before in my life.    But I used dark motivation to do so.    And here's what I know........sometimes our enemies are sent to be our motivation, but over time, as you level up in your life, your motivations will change.    They'll become lighter at every level of accomplishment and success you attain.    Don't allow yourself to continue to be surrounded by those who you use as motivation.     Dark motivation creates more darkness through intention.    This is why its important to stay surrounded by good people, with good intentions.    As you become more successful, people will want to be your friend, but don't be too quick to take them in; that's not your job.    Take time to get to know them.    Learn what they're about.    Insulate yourself with high-vibrational people with killer intuition.    Over the course of your life, you'll see what drives you and motivates you will change in every season.    It could be wanting a new house, new friends, more business, a bigger company, or a better relationship with your family and loved ones.    Whatever it is, use light motivation over darkness.  That which you use to motivate yourself manifests.      About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠⁠   Rise Above