Podcasts about Delight

A woman who, upon returning to her cherished home, finds it inhabited by a family of strangers who seem oblivious to her presence. | #RetroRadio EP0424Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Intruders” (March 30, 1976)00:46:59.839 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Speak No More, aka Telepathic” (May 07, 1958) ***WD01:06:41.359 = Dark Fantasy, “Death Is a Savage Deity” (January 30, 1942)01:30:49.649 = The Diary of Fate, “Walter Vincent” (May 25, 1948) ***WD01:59:58.959 = Fear on 4, “Dispossessed Daughter” (January 29, 1989)02:28:47.509 = Five After the Hour, “Life And Times of a Happy Man” (May 16, 1945) ***WD02:52:59.739 = Five Minute Mysteries, “Announcer's Delight” (late 1940s)02:58:02.073 = Future Tense, “The Parade” (May 27, 1974) ***WD03:24:15.329 = Gang Busters, “Oliver Brothers” (January 31, 1948)03:47:18.769 = The Green Hornet, “The House That Jack Built” (August 24, 1939)04:16:45.589 = The Hall of Fantasy, “The Shadow People” (September 21, 1953) ***WD04:41:15.339 = The Lives of Harry Lime, “Suzie's Cue” (May 02, 1952) ***WD05:06:40.080 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0424

Ross Gay teaches us how to notice delight and joy in our everyday lives. We discuss: concrete ways to rediscover and capture joy every day; how to rebuild your “delight muscle”; how to dissolve the myth of disconnection between us; and how to “unknow” our people so we can delight in them. About Ross:  Ross Gay is an American poet, essayist, and professor committed to healing the world through observing and articulating joy, delight and gratitude. He won the National Book Critics Circle Award for Poetry and the Kingsley Tufts Poetry Award for his 2014 book, Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude, which was also a finalist for the National Book Award for Poetry. A devoted community gardener, Ross is a founding board member of the Bloomington Community Orchard, a non-profit, free-fruit-for-all food justice and joy project. A college football player, he is a founding editor of the online sports magazine Some Call it Ballin'. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Linda Ugelow is the author of “Delight in the Limelight: Overcome Your Fear of Being Seen and Realize Your Dreams.”  In this episode, Linda shares how fear often stems from past experiences, and how leaders can reframe internal narratives to demonstrate more confidence.  She dives into the power of self-acceptance and how it shapes leadership presence, especially in high-stakes situations. Linda shares how leaders can embrace strategic vulnerability—being open without oversharing—to build trust and credibility. If you've ever doubted your voice, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and offer a path forward to speak with clarity and confidence. You can find episode 462 wherever you get your podcasts!   Key Takeaways [01:29] Linda shared that before becoming a confidence coach, she was an organic farmer growing specialty vegetables for local restaurants. But ten years ago, she realized she was in the wrong business. She knew she wanted to make an impact, and rather than judge that desire as grandiose, she owned it and began her personal transformation journey. [03:10] Linda explains fear always has a reason. It stems from life experiences, cultural influences, and how we were raised. People might have been bullied, overlooked, or told to stay silent growing up—leading to ingrained beliefs like “It's not safe to be seen.” Fear, she says, isn't the enemy; it's a messenger from the past. [06:16] Jim prompted the distinction between self-awareness and self-acceptance. Linda encouraged us to love the sound of our own voices—not to dominate but to take up space with intention. She frames presence as a balance between owning the moment and celebrating others' moments in the spotlight. [08:23] Leadership moments aren't always obvious. Linda encourages leaders to view these moments as service, not performance. If your voice might help move things forward, step in. The environment matters too—leaders must foster psychological safety if they expect others to contribute meaningfully. [13:01] Though she has a background in expressive arts therapy, Linda identifies as a coach. She helps people resolve deep-seated fears using tools like EFT (tapping), creative visualization, and inner forgiveness. Her process isn't traditional therapy—it's based on what worked to dissolve her own fear of being seen. [20:28] Linda explained that vulnerability looks different depending on the context—on stage vs. team meetings vs. watercooler chats. Her own experiences showed that being human—forgetting a point during a talk or making a mistake—can deepen connection and make you more relatable and trustworthy. [24:05] Jan asked how Linda helps leaders shift from fixed to growth mindset. Linda shared she overcame her fear at age 60. Her advice: start small, build confidence with tiny wins, and remove what's blocking you. Once the fear is cleared, skill-building becomes easier. “This is your life,” she says. “Live it fully.” [26:59] Linda wrapped with a powerful reminder: be your own best supporter. Silence your inner critic and give yourself permission to speak. Slow down, enunciate, and let your voice reflect the value of your message. People want to hear you—believe that, and speak like you do. [29:08] And remember...“We don't always have an accurate view of our own potential. I think most people who are frightened of public speaking and can't imagine they might feel different as a result of training. Don't assume you know how much potential you have. Sometimes the only way to know what you can do is to test yourself.” - Scott Adams Quotable Quotes “Fear is not the villain. Fear is a messenger.” “We need to not feel the pressure that we have to be a 10-year experienced speaker when we are just starting out.” “Self-expression and speaking is your human design.” “It's never too late. I overcame my fear of speaking when I was 60 years old.” “The world opens up to you when you remove all the blocks.” “Be your biggest advocate. Your staunchest supporter.” “If we're going to bother to say it, let our words be heard.” “Perfect does not make us human.”   This is the book mentioned in this book   Resources Mentioned The Leadership Podcast | Sponsored by | Rafti Advisors. LLC | Self-Reliant Leadership. LLC | Linda Ugelow Website | Linda Ugelow YouTube | Linda Ugelow TikTok | Annotated Speaker Preparation Checklist to feel grounded, focused, and energized when you speak. Delight in the Limelight podcast | Linda Ugelow Facebook | Linda Ugelow LinkedIn | Linda Ugelow Instagram |  

Welcome to part two of my interview with Christy Climenhage, the author of the brand new science fiction thriller The Midnight Project.“The Midnight Project” is Christy's first novel, and focused on two friends and scientists who are muddling through a frighteningly real world on the verge of collapse. In this episode, we talked about: How writing, although it requires help from others, is something that's yours and yours alone (unlike, say, a job or a relationship)Finding the delight in being a beginnerDealing with impostor syndromeLearning to take the next step (instead of giving up)Freeing yourself of the desire for external validationThe benefits of being a debut author when you are olderDebunking the idea that merit is kingEnjoying others' successWhy she doesn't have a Costco membership Connect with Christy on Bluesky @cclim.bsky.social or at christyclimenhage.com. For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com. Thank you for listening! And thanks to this week's sponsor, Air Doctor Pro. Visit airdoctorpro.com and use code KATE to save 30% off an amazing indoor air filter *and* receive a free three-year warranty (an $84 value). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey girls! We're getting real today (and yeah, a little exposed!) about our biggest money mistakes and what we've learned about stewarding our finances with faith, wisdom, and a whole lot of grace. From surprise IRS letters and tanked credit scores to paying off student loans and learning to live within our means, we're sharing the honest stories that shaped our financial journeys. Plus, have some major money tips for the single girl. Topics Discussed Our Real Paychecks & Ministry Life: A behind-the-scenes look at our salaries, starting Delight, and learning to live with less. Kenz's Credit Score Crash: One $60 mistake with a website subscription that cost a whole lot more—learn from us! Mac's $85,000 IRS Scare: The nonprofit tax mistake that almost derailed a wedding—yep, that happened. Rent Regrets & Wise Living: How paying less in rent gave us more freedom and why we're passionate about not being “house poor.” Debt-Free Wins & Marriage Prep: Paying off student loans, building savings, and entering marriage on solid ground. Moving & Missing the Mail: A warning about forwarding your mail when moving—especially when the IRS is involved! Setting Up Finances Like a Pro: What we wish we knew when opening accounts and tracking subscriptions. Why Young Adults Struggle With Finances: The reality of learning the hard way and our encouragement to take small steps now. Encouragement for Your Financial Journey: You don't have to have it all figured out—God is in the process with you. Follow Us!

Have you ever lived in a mindset where you're basically waiting for the other shoe to drop, hope feels impossible or too dangerous? It can feel safer to fly low, embrace pessimism and cynicism and think, “if life turns out half as bad as I imagine, then at least I'll be ready for it.” That's the kind of mindset Stephanie had when she was younger. Stephanie welcomes Nicole Zasowski, author and therapist, who shares wisdom on reclaiming joy and celebration in a world often dominated by worry and pessimism. Nicole's journey and research reveal that joy isn't just an emotional response, but a courageous, spiritual discipline rooted in God's faithfulness. Despite her deep faith, she had concluded that joy and celebration were risky. She was sure that celebration would come with a catch, so she became practiced in praying for the miracle while preparing to mourn and dreaming while rehearsing disaster. And yet she discovered that our methods of self-protection came at a cost. A lot of the loss we experience in our lives is not only the grief and the disappointment itself, but also the joy that we overlook because we are too afraid to embrace it, she tells us. That's the conversation on Gospel Spice today. Understanding the Struggle with Joy Nicole begins by dispelling the myth that celebration and joy come naturally to her—in fact, her books were born from seasons marked by change, loss, and disappointment. Through experiences like moving across the country and enduring infertility and miscarriages, Nicole discovered a heartbreaking truth: much of her loss was not just in what she lacked, but in her refusal to embrace the goodness that God placed in her path out of fear that it would be taken away. This led her into research, both biblical and scientific, to understand why joy can feel so vulnerable and difficult, especially when we've experienced pain. Redefining Celebration: A Spiritual Discipline American and Western cultures, Nicole notes, often see celebration as a reward for good news or accomplishments. However, the Bible—especially the Old Testament—demonstrates celebration as a spiritual rhythm and discipline, not just a reaction. The Israelites practiced regular, scheduled celebrations and feasts, regardless of their current circumstances. These rhythms were not designed to reward themselves for their goodness, but to remember and honor God's consistent faithfulness. Celebration, then, is about choosing remembrance: looking back at God's goodness and letting that fuel hope, courage, and anticipation about the future—even when circumstances are hard. The Vulnerability of Joy Joy is inherently vulnerable because it opens our hearts to the possibility of loss. For those who have experienced pain, pessimism and cynicism can become self-protective mechanisms. However, Nicole's research and experience as a therapist show that numbing ourselves to joy doesn't actually protect us. Rather, it diminishes our ability to savor God's goodness and leaves us empty-handed in difficult times. Practical Tools for Practicing Joy Nicole emphasizes that joy, like any virtue, can and must be intentionally practiced. Two key habits can help rewire our hearts toward joy: 1.      Savoring: Take mental “snapshots” of small moments, deliberately noticing what you see, hear, smell, taste, and feel. This helps your brain store joyful experiences that might otherwise go unnoticed. 2.      Thanksgiving (vs. gratitude): Beyond silently feeling grateful, speak and express thanks out loud—to God or others. Research shows that this actually heightens and solidifies joy inside us. Key Takeaways from our conversation ·         Joy and celebration are not merely emotions; they are spiritual practices and choices that shape us. ·         God invites us into rhythms of celebration even when our feelings or circumstances do not match, because it roots us deeper in remembrance of His faithfulness. ·         Practicing joy often feels counterintuitive—especially in pain—but it is the way God designed us to process life and hope. ·         Tools like savoring and thanksgiving can help transform our hearts and brains to default toward joy instead of worry or cynicism. Nicole encourages us that it's never too late to begin practicing joy, regardless of our life's season. The discipline of joy prepares us for eternity, deepening our delight in God and training our hearts for hope and celebration—no matter what comes our way. MORE ABOUT NICOLE ZASOWSKI Nicole Zasowski is a licensed marriage and family therapist and author of What If It's Wonderful, From Lost to Found and her new Bible Study Daring Joy. She is also the coauthor of Advances and Techniques in Restoration Therapy and Families and Forgiveness. As a writer who wears her heart proudly on her sleeve, Nicole's work is a weave of biblical wisdom, psychological expertise, and vulnerable storytelling. Often praised for her wisdom and approachable style, Nicole is a sough-after speaker, frequently teaching at conferences, retreats, and women's events around the country on topics that integrate faith and psychology. In addition to her private practice, Nicole's therapeutic work has included teaching as an adjunct professor at Alliance Theological Seminary in New York and leading marriage intensives at the Hideaway Experience. Nicole and her husband, Jimmy, are the grateful parents of three young children. Her favorite place to be is looking for sea glass on the Connecticut shoreline, exploring a New England town or New York City neighborhood, or sitting in her front yard around a fire with her family, friends, and neighbors. Meet Nicole at https://www.nicolezasowski.com/  MORE ABOUT “DARING JOY” Joy can feel risky. When you've experienced pain of any kind, it can feel easier not to dream than to be disappointed, or not to hope than to be left heartbroken. If you ever feel like it's safer not to embrace joy at all than to hold something that might break, you're not alone. Thankfully, the Bible paints a different picture—one that gives you the courage to hold on to joy regardless of your circumstances. https://www.nicolezasowski.com/daring-joy  MORE ABOUT “WHAT IF IT'S WONDERFUL” What If It's Wonderful? Author and marriage and family therapist Nicole Zasowski knows that it's difficult to trust joy and find the courage to celebrate when you have endured seasons of disappointment and despair. When God has been your faithful anchor in the storm, does joy then leave you unmoored? Nicole reminds us that we can stay tethered to the hope of Christ in seasons of celebration, because even joyful days hold the learning, growth, and intimate encounters with Jesus that our hearts crave. What If It's Wonderful? offers a new perspective. With a compelling psychological and spiritual case for the importance of embracing joy and celebration, even when it feels scary. https://www.nicolezasowski.com/wonderful  We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog Identity in the battle | Ephesians https://www.podcastics.com/episode/74762/link/ Centering on Christ | The Tabernacle experience https://www.podcastics.com/episode/94182/link/ Shades of Red | Against human oppression https://www.podcastics.com/episode/115017/link/ God's glory, our delight  https://www.podcastics.com/episode/126051/link/   Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Send us a textIn this solo episode, we're talking about the messy magic of change and sharing a MAJOR life update with a story that is proof that the universe really does have a sense of timing... and humor.  I'm also sharing 5 Real Life Ways to Embrace Change even when you're scared sh*tless.If you've been feeling restless, or in your “WTF am I doing?” era… this episode is for you.Mandy's YouTube Channel - Subscribe for new vlog, "Broken B!tch in the City" MORE BBG: * Free Ebook - Broken Bitches Guide to a HIGHER VIBE! * BBG Merch - "I'm a F*cking Delight" Coffee Mug * Follow - @BrokenBitchesGuide on Instagram! Submit a question, or story to: BrokenBitchesGuide@MandyBrooke.comFOLLOW ME! @MandyBrookeOfficialInstagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Spotify My Amazon Store Affiliates: Hooga Red Light Therapy Devices 10% off code: MANDYBROOKE Herbal Face Food20% off code: MANDYBROOKE Love You Thr...

Learn how "anyone can grow" by choosing the right fruit tree with Josh Davis, a Master Gardener and Fruit Tree Grower in South Carolina, on this episode of the Orchard People Radio Show.He is known as Uncle Josh Gardens and @theplanttechie on social media.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  Susan is the author of four books on fruit tree care. Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksShe is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comHOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it's no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.

Own the Spotlight - practical strategies small business owners can use to turn public speaking from dread to delight, emphasizing the power of storytelling and authentic communication. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/568-linda-ugelow-own-the-spotlight/ In this episode, Henry Lopez speaks with Linda Ugelow, author of Delight in the Limelight and an expert speaking confidence coach, about overcoming the fear of public speaking. Linda shares her personal journey from anxiety to mastery, highlighting how past experiences, especially in childhood, often create deep-rooted fears. She reveals practical strategies entrepreneurs can use to turn public speaking from dread to delight, emphasizing the power of storytelling and authentic communication. Linda also introduces her proven "7 Preparation Rituals," designed to reduce anxiety and help speakers deliver impactful presentations. Tune in to learn actionable techniques to boost your speaking confidence and authentically connect with your audience. How can small business owners overcome public speaking fears? Small business owners can overcome speaking fears by identifying the root cause of their anxiety, using storytelling to engage authentically, and preparing effectively through visualization. Why is storytelling important in public speaking? Storytelling creates authentic connections, captures audience attention, and helps speakers overcome fears by shifting focus from self-consciousness to delivering valuable messages. What are effective public speaking preparation techniques? Effective techniques include visualization, understanding potential challenges, healing past speaking traumas, voice training, and practical rehearsal strategies. This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The How of Business podcast focuses on helping you start, run, grow and exit your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, small business coaching, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com

In this cozy, meandering update, Whitney sits down to catch you up on life since the last recording. You'll hear about her first Disneyland trip in nearly 20 years, prepping for the Beyoncé concert, thoughts on aging and creativity, her recent movie obsession, and what it's been like revamping her private community, Beyond Measure.This episode is an honest reflection on energy, joy, connection, and letting go of hustle culture. If you've ever needed permission to go off-script and just follow what lights you up, this one's for you.

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On today's show, A listener writes in to tell us they enjoys the idea of participating in the aftermath of their partner's sexual encounters with others, finding it pleasurable to clean up and care for the men who have brought their partner joy. A man shares a fantasy involving a playful exchange of dirty jokes with a mutual friend, "M." The interaction leads to a vivid imagination of M performing oral sex on him while his partner sleeps beside him.  A man writes in recounts his first threesome experience with his ex-girlfriend  and her best friend.  A happily married woman, shares an experience of exhibitionism during a sunny afternoon. While sunbathing in her yard, she notices her male neighbor watching her.DearNikky.comPatreon.com/DearNikkyASN Magazine Awards: Purchase Show Tickets and Hotel TicketsI want to hear from you too! If you have a secret story or experience you've been dying to share, now's your chance. You can write to me directly at Nikky@dearnikky.com or submit your confession anonymously at DearNikky.com/confessions.Perhaps you have an erotic fantasy that's been burning inside you, or maybe you just want to say hello - whatever it is, I want to hear from you!By submitting a confession and/or question you certify the following stipulations to be true:You are the sole creator of the submission;You are 18 years of age or older and legally able to write, submit erotic or pornographic materialStories including Bestiality, Incest and Incest Fantasies, Underage Role-Play, Rape Sex, Rape Fantasies or other non-consensual content or Racial slurs will not be aired.We reserve the right to change names or other identifiable information.You are releasing all rights to this creationIf you've enjoyed tuning in to my show each week (and getting an inside look at some very private lives), please take a moment leave review wherever listen: whether that Apple Podcasts Spotify Google other platform helps new listeners discover helps spread word keeps conversation going Thank loving support!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-nikky-hidden-desires--6316414/support.

Ahmed Khalaf! Comedian! Friend! Delight! More! His debut album is called "Hobble D. Hoy" and here is the official information about it: "Somalia-born, California-raised, and Minneapolis-based comic Ahmed Khalaf spent 8 years developing his comedy skills to build his first comedy album. On it, Ahmed shares how he beat tough odds like being born in a Somalian refugee camp but growing up to out-white the wife of a brewery owner, and learning how to walk again after breaking his leg at 30. His comedy blends short and long form jokes, observations, and storytelling to break down his life story and the unique culture of the Midwest." Now for the unofficial information about it: it's great!  AND Ahmed and I have a great chat on this podcast. So YOU can have a great listen! PS This is only the first HALF of our chat. For our chat part two, subscribe via Apple Podcasts OR simply click on over here to Patreon!

The Friday Five for May 23, 2025: Field Notes 5.23.2025 Google Announces NotebookLM App AI Actions in Microsoft Windows 11 TikTok Sleep Meditation for Teens 2025 Social Media Marketing Industry Report   Field Notes 5.23.2025: Register for Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits: https://summits.ritterim.com/   Google Announces NotebookLM App: Beaty, Artie. “Google's Popular AI Tool Gets Its Own Android App - How to Use NotebookLM on Your Phone.” Zdnet.Com, ZDNET, 19 May 2025, www.zdnet.com/article/googles-popular-ai-tool-gets-its-own-android-app-how-to-use-notebooklm-on-your-phone/. Peters, Jay. “Google Releases Its NotebookLM Mobile App.” Theverge.Com, The Verge, 19 May 2025, www.theverge.com/news/669828/google-releases-its-notebooklm-mobile-app. Wang, Biao. “Understand Anything, Anywhere with the New NotebookLM App.” Blog.Google, Google Blog, 19 May 2025, blog.google/technology/ai/notebooklm-app/.   Microsoft Announces AI Actions in Windows 11: Warren, Tom. “Microsoft Is Putting AI Actions into the Windows File Explorer.” Theverge.Com, The Verge, 20 May 2025, www.theverge.com/news/670251/microsoft-windows-11-ai-actions-file-explorer-context-menu. Whitney, Lance. “Microsoft's New AI Tool Lets You Edit Images and Summarize Docs Right in File Explorer.” Zdnet.Com, ZDNET, 20 May 2025, www.zdnet.com/article/microsofts-new-ai-tool-lets-you-edit-images-and-summarize-docs-right-in-file-explorer/.   TikTok Sleep Meditation for Teens: Hasan, Sadiba. “Can TikTok Help Young People Take a Break From Screens?” Nytimes.Com, The New York Times, 19 May 2025, www.nytimes.com/2025/05/17/style/tiktok-guided-meditation-sleep.html. Malik, Aisha. “Tiktok Rolls out a New Meditation Feature to Help You Get off the App and Sleep.” Techcrunch.Com, TechCrunch, 15 May 2025, techcrunch.com/2025/05/15/tiktok-rolls-out-a-new-meditation-feature-to-help-you-get-off-the-app-and-sleep/. Roth, Emma. “Tiktok Will Show Teens Guided Meditation after 10pm.” Theverge.Com, The Verge, 15 May 2025, www.theverge.com/news/668051/tiktok-guided-meditation-wind-down-10pm.   2025 Social Media Marketing Industry Report: Stelzner, Michael A. “2025 Social Media Marketing Industry Report.” Socialmediaexaminer.Com, Social Media Examiner, www.socialmediaexaminer.com/social-media-marketing-industry-report-2025/. Accessed 21 May 2025. Learning to Delight in the Limelight ft. Linda Ugelow: https://lnk.to/asg644 Order Your Copy of Delight in the Limelight: https://lindaugelow.com/delight-in-the-limelight/   Resources: 5 Types of Content to Share on Social Media: https://lnk.to/asgf20250131 Best Video Editing Apps for Social Media: https://lnk.to/8xfGo0 Community Engagement & ACA Marketing Suggestions: https://lnk.to/ASG665  From Chill Mode to Growth Mode ft. Christian Brindle: https://lnk.to/brindle2025  Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents: https://ritterim.com/social-media-ebook/ The Best Books for Insurance Agents: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-best-books-for-insurance-agents/   Follow Us on Social!  Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance     Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/   Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

What is delight, really? Not just happiness, not quite joy, but something sparkier and more surprising. In this episode, I talk with writer and yoga therapist Alex Lovell, whose essay “Delight: A Radical Invitation” caught me at just the right time. We explore what makes delight feel different from other emotions, how we can (maybe?) invite more of it into our lives, and why it matters, especially when the world feels heavy.This is a conversation about delight, yes — but also about presence, burnout, bittersweet memories, emotional vocabulary, and squirrels. (Really.)ABOUT MY GUEST:Alex Lovell, Ph.D., is a Yoga Therapist, a Political Psychologist, and the Writer of the Substack publication, Life as I See It. Alex helps you reclaim that hidden space so that you can navigate life feeling anchored, renewed, and at peace.IN THIS EPISODE:- The difference between joy, happiness, and delight- Why slowing down might actually start with noticing- Presence as more than just “being in the moment”- Emotional memory and why your body sometimes cries before your brain knows why- The limits of control and the quiet power of choosing where our energy goes- Delight as an act of resistance — and a path back to ourselvesCheck out the full show notes for this episode here: https://loublaser.substack.com/p/236-alex-lovell• • • • •Subscribe to We're All Getting Older — it's like sitting at the kitchen table with strong coffee and real good questions: https://loublaser.substack.comConnect with Lou Blaser on Substack: https://substack.com/@loublaserConnect with Lou Blaser on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loublaser/ Get full access to We're All Getting Older at loublaser.substack.com/subscribe

Send us a textBBQ Radio Network is brought to you weekly by BBQr's Delight 100% All Natural Wood PelletsThis week on BBQ Radio Network, pitmaster Todd Johns of Plowboys BBQ is joined by special guest co-host Bill Purvis of Chicken Fried BBQ. Together, they welcome Jordan Kirkpatrick of Janky Leg BBQ, the 2024 KCBS Brisket Team of the Year and American Royal Grand Champion.In honor of National Brisket Day, Jordan shares his top brisket tips—covering everything from trimming techniques to wrapping strategies and flavor profiles that helped land his team at the top of the brisket leaderboard. Whether you're a backyard enthusiast or a seasoned competitor, you'll want to hear how the reigning champ approaches one of BBQ's most challenging cuts.Plus, listener Shelby from Denton, TX asks about unexpected side dishes that can be elevated on the smoker. Todd and Bill offer a few surprising favorites that go far beyond mac and cheese.Our ATBBQ.com Product Spotlight features the Shun Classic Hollow Ground 12-Inch Brisket Slicer Knife—a precise, high-quality tool for slicing brisket like a pro. Check it out here:https://www.atbbq.com/products/shun-classic-hollow-ground-12-inch-brisket-slicer-knifeTune in to BBQ Radio Network, the #1 nationally syndicated show dedicated to BBQ and grilling.Looking for the latest BBQ news, trends, and recipes? Check out The Smoke Sheet — your weekly insider's guide to all things barbecue. From pitmaster interviews to must-visit BBQ joints, they've got you covered. Subscribe today at bbqnewsletter.com and stay fired up on all things ‘cue!www.bbqrsdelight.com www.yodersmokers.com www.bbqradionetwork.com www.holsteinmfg.com www.atbbq.com www.plowboysbbq.com www.smokeonwheels.com

Send us a textGary brings you more great music of the bagpipe family, including trips to France, Asturias, Ireland and the USA.PlaylistOld Blind Dogs with Jan Alexander's Fancy, The Harris Dance and  Miss Girdle from Four on the Floor  Iain MacHarg with Blind Billy, Failte do'n Phiobaire, Drink the Wort and  Spill the Beer, Elizabeth Kelly's Delight and Piper's Maggot from Ceol na Beinne Shotts and Dkyehead Caledonia Pipe Band with Donald Cameron, Cameronian Rant and Pretty Marion from The Pipe Major's Choice: Shotts and Dkyehead Caledonia Pipe Band Seudan with the Cameronian Rant and Cabar Feidh from Seudan Philippe Eidel feat. Eric Montbel with Pimbou from Les Agricoles Jose Manuel Tejedor with Aviles to Cork from Lluz Gordon McCready with The Waterhole, The Seagull, Fennyside Lassies, I Have it Somewhere, Sine Bhan, Innes and Fraser's Reel, Concertina Reel and The Fourth Floor from Wheel of Fortune 2025, EYP RecordingCillian Vallely with Cottage in the Grove, Kiss the Maid Behind the Barrel and Master Crowley's from The Raven's Rock LinksOld Blind Dog Tour Dates and DetailsVermont Institute of Celtic ArtsSupport the show

Send us a textBBQ Radio Network is brought to you weekly by BBQr's Delight 100% All Natural Wood PelletsThis week on BBQ Radio Network, Todd Johns of Plowboys BBQ is joined by guest co-host Bri Via of Smoke n Magic BBQ. Our guest is the powerhouse Sunny Moody of Moodswing BBQ—World Food Champion, nationally ranked fitness coach, and a rising star in competition barbecue. Sunny is known for cooking side-by-side with her four daughters and for her deep love of hands-on, live-fire cooking. Her approach blends bold flavors, wellness, and tradition, making her one of the most inspiring voices in the BBQ world today. She also shares the story behind Charboys, her health-focused line of BBQ sauces and seasonings made for clean eating without sacrificing flavor.A listener question from Mark in Columbus, Ohio gets the trio talking about the pros and cons of using mayonnaise as a binder—how it compares to mustard, what meats it works best with, and why it might be your new go-to in the backyard.In our ATBBQ.com Product Spotlight, we feature the Napoleon Stainless Steel Grid Scraper—durable, bristle-free, and perfect for keeping your grates clean between cooks.In the fourth segment, Todd, Bri, and Sunny share a few of their favorite BBQ things—from go-to seasonings and secret tools to the one item they never hit the road without.Tune in to BBQ Radio Network, the #1 nationally syndicated show dedicated to BBQ and grilling.Looking for the latest BBQ news, trends, and recipes? Check out The Smoke Sheet — your weekly insider's guide to all things barbecue. From pitmaster interviews to must-visit BBQ joints, they've got you covered. Subscribe today at bbqnewsletter.com and stay fired up on all things ‘cue!www.bbqrsdelight.com www.yodersmokers.com www.bbqradionetwork.com www.holsteinmfg.com www.atbbq.com www.plowboysbbq.com www.smokeonwheels.com

Struggling to turn new sign-ups into loyal, paying customers? You're not alone, and the problem might not be your product, it might be your onboarding. In this episode of Grow Your B2B SaaS, we're joined by onboarding expert and best-selling author Ramli “RJ” John to break it all down. Ramli exposes what most SaaS companies miss: onboarding isn't a feature — it's a full-blown business strategy. We explore how to craft onboarding experiences that form habits, boost user activation, increase retention, and drive revenue. Whether you're a scrappy startup or scaling toward $10M ARR, this episode is packed with real talk, actionable insights, and smart frameworks that will help you turn more free trials into forever customers.Key Timecodes(0:00)-Introduction: Aha moment and onboarding as a business problem(0:49)-Episode Overview: Building habit-forming hybrid onboarding(1:03)-Guest Introduction: Ramli "RJ" John and his work(1:42)-Importance of Habit-Forming Onboarding(3:00)-Retention and Profit from Effective Onboarding(3:41)-Misconceptions about Onboarding(5:18)-The Promise Fulfillment Concept(6:52)-Common Mistakes in Onboarding(8:00)-Moments of Confusion and Delight(9:37)-Goals of Effective Onboarding(11:05)-Step-by-Step Onboarding Improvement(12:45)-User Case Understanding and Endpoint Focus(15:02)-Hybrid Onboarding for Enterprise Customers(18:35)-Challenges and Overcoming in Product Onboarding(20:49)-Technical Product Onboarding Suggestions(24:15)-Immediate Steps for Onboarding Improvement(28:21)-Habit Formation in Onboarding(30:23)-Future of Onboarding with AI(33:33)-Risks and Opportunities for SaaS Founders(35:24)-Best Advice on SaaS Onboarding(36:08)-Growing Early Stage SaaS from 0–10k MRR(37:47)-Scaling SaaS to 10 Million ARR(40:04)-Summary of Key Points(40:45)-How to Contact Ramli and Closing Remarks

May 18, 2025 | Psalm 1:1-6 | From Duty to Delight | Good Soil | Wes Moore

Preaching: Mike RothIn Eastertide, we ponder the mystery of resurrection. Like the flowers bursting out again in spring, like the Spirit hovering over chaos and nurturing creation, like the Christ rising from the tomb on the third day—even so, we often bear witness to new, fruitful ways of living coming to life out of the darkest places. In this series, we will explore the way our disintegrated and disregulated attempts to cope with life, can become invitations into wise, honest, human ways of flourishing.Pearl Church exists to express a sacred story and to extend a common table that animate life by love. A primary expression of our sacred story is the weekly sermon. If our sermons inspire you to ponder the sacred, to consider the mystery and love of God, and to live bountifully, would you consider supporting our work? You can donate easily and securely at our website: pearlchurch.org. Thank you for partnering with us in expressing this sacred story.

Audio Recording Audio Block Double-click here to upload or link to a .mp3. Learn more Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Come, Let Us Walk in the Light of the LordIsaiah 58:1-14 (ESV)1 “Cry aloud; do not hold back; lift up your voice like a trumpet;declare to my people their transgression, to the house of Jacob their sins.2 Yet they seek me daily and delight to know my ways,as if they were a nation that did righteousness and did not forsake the judgment of their God;they ask of me righteous judgments; they delight to draw near to God.3 ‘Why have we fasted, and you see it not? Why have we humbled ourselves, and you take no knowledge of it?'Behold, in the day of your fast you seek your own pleasure, and oppress all your workers.4 Behold, you fast only to quarrel and to fight and to hit with a wicked fist.Fasting like yours this day will not make your voice to be heard on high.5 Is such the fast that I choose, a day for a person to humble himself?Is it to bow down his head like a reed, and to spread sackcloth and ashes under him?Will you call this a fast, and a day acceptable to the Lord?6 “Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke,to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke?7 Is it not to share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house;when you see the naked, to cover him, and not to hide yourself from your own flesh?8 Then shall your light break forth like the dawn, and your healing shall spring up speedily;your righteousness shall go before you; the glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard.9 Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; you shall cry, and he will say, ‘Here I am.'If you take away the yoke from your midst, the pointing of the finger, and speaking wickedness,10 if you pour yourself out for the hungry and satisfy the desire of the afflicted,then shall your light rise in the darkness and your gloom be as the noonday.11 And the Lord will guide you continually and satisfy your desire in scorched places and make your bones strong;and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail.12 And your ancient ruins shall be rebuilt; you shall raise up the foundations of many generations;you shall be called the repairer of the breach, the restorer of streets to dwell in.13 “If you turn back your foot from the Sabbath, from doing your pleasure on my holy day,and call the Sabbath a delight and the holy day of the Lord honorable;if you honor it, not going your own ways, or seeking your own pleasure, or talking idly;14 then you shall take delight in the Lord, and I will make you ride on the heights of the earth;I will feed you with the heritage of Jacob your father, for the mouth of the Lord has spoken.”Sermon OutlineIs God a source of delight or a means to it?1. Fastingv3 “why have we fasted, and you see it not?”vv3-4 “seek your own pleasure… oppress your workers… quarrel… fight”v5 “is such the fast that I choose?”2. The Vulnerablevv6-7 “bonds of wickedness… oppressed… hungry… homeless… naked…”v7 “share… bring into your homes”3. Sabbathv13 “call the sabbath a delight” v13 “your pleasure… your own ways”v14 “then shall you take delight in the Lord”Prayer of ConfessionOur amazing God, you are the source of light, healing, righteousness and glory. We confess our guilt and confusion. We have turned from you and devoted ourselves to things that cannot satisfy. We have presumed we could earn your favor, failing to recognize that our frustrations and accusations are evidence of our own sin. We have looked at the poor and needy with arrogant, hard hearts, not discerning our own poverty and need. We return to you, exchanging our false humility and corrupt practices for the life you give in Christ. Forgive us, heal us, and continue to draw us into the delight of life with you. Amen.Questions for ReflectionWhat brings you delight? What do you value that you willingly make sacrifices for?Does following Jesus require sacrifice? What are problematic ways we make sacrifices as part of a religious life? What are healthy or wise ways to make sacrifices as part of life with God?Why is it problematic to think you can earn God's favor? How can striving to earn God's favor lead to resentment?What attitudes towards the vulnerable, the materially poor, or people with needs do you see in yourself?Why does our attitude towards the materially poor expose us? What deficiencies can we expect to see?What does the gospel of Jesus reveal about God? If we make sacrifices for what we delight in, what can we infer from Jesus sacrificing his life for us?How does insight into the depth of the goodness of God bring deep transformation to us? What kind of connection with God brings light, healing, righteousness and glory into our lives?What practices help us walk with God? How can God and life with Him become more of a source of delight for you?What roles can fasting and keeping the Lord's Day (sabbath) play in living a God-centered life?Read AheadIsaiah Sermon Series

Are you wrestling with the question, “What does God want me to do with my life?” In this episode of the Binmin Popscast, Dr. Bob Martin walks you through simple, biblical steps to confidently discover and follow God's will. Whether you're feeling uncertain about your future, friendships, or faith, this episode offers hope, clarity, and direction, rooted in Scripture.SUBSCRIBE to our channel / @binmin_org JOIN the NEWSLETTER at https://binmin.org/newsletter/ SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift HERE - https://binmin.org/donate 0:00 - INTRO 1:13 - STEPS TO KNOWING GOD'S WILL FOR YOUR LIFE1:19 - PLACING YOUR FAITH IN JESUS The Holy Spirit helps guide your decisions 1:40 - REALIZE THAT GOD'S WILL ISN'T ALWAYS HIDDEN1: Sovereign Will: We don't always see 2: Revealed Will: The Bible2:20 - RENEWING YOUR MIND Romans 12:2 2:47 - USING THE 6 PRACTICAL TOOLS 1: Delight in Him2: Read the Bible3: Pray4: Seek wise counsel5: Being willing to change directions6: Use good judgment 3:51 - TRUST AND OBEY ONE STEP AT A TIMECharles Spurgeon Quote5:00 - CALL TO ACTIONStart reading the Bible a little each dayPray and ask for wisdomTalk to a Christian mentorObey and Trust God 5:36 - THANK YOU & WRAP UPJOIN the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH BINMIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Binmin.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Questions?: info@binmin.orgPODCAST RESOURCES: More from Binmin:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Binmin.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LEAVE A REVIEW on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Come, Let Us Walk in the Light of the LordIsaiah 58:1-14 (ESV)1 “Cry aloud; do not hold back; lift up your voice like a trumpet;declare to my people their transgression, to the house of Jacob their sins.2 Yet they seek me daily and delight to know my ways,as if they were a nation that did righteousness and did not forsake the judgment of their God;they ask of me righteous judgments; they delight to draw near to God.3 ‘Why have we fasted, and you see it not? Why have we humbled ourselves, and you take no knowledge of it?'Behold, in the day of your fast you seek your own pleasure, and oppress all your workers.4 Behold, you fast only to quarrel and to fight and to hit with a wicked fist.Fasting like yours this day will not make your voice to be heard on high.5 Is such the fast that I choose, a day for a person to humble himself?Is it to bow down his head like a reed, and to spread sackcloth and ashes under him?Will you call this a fast, and a day acceptable to the Lord?6 “Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke,to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke?7 Is it not to share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house;when you see the naked, to cover him, and not to hide yourself from your own flesh?8 Then shall your light break forth like the dawn, and your healing shall spring up speedily;your righteousness shall go before you; the glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard.9 Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; you shall cry, and he will say, ‘Here I am.'If you take away the yoke from your midst, the pointing of the finger, and speaking wickedness,10 if you pour yourself out for the hungry and satisfy the desire of the afflicted,then shall your light rise in the darkness and your gloom be as the noonday.11 And the Lord will guide you continually and satisfy your desire in scorched places and make your bones strong;and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail.12 And your ancient ruins shall be rebuilt; you shall raise up the foundations of many generations;you shall be called the repairer of the breach, the restorer of streets to dwell in.13 “If you turn back your foot from the Sabbath, from doing your pleasure on my holy day,and call the Sabbath a delight and the holy day of the Lord honorable;if you honor it, not going your own ways, or seeking your own pleasure, or talking idly;14 then you shall take delight in the Lord, and I will make you ride on the heights of the earth;I will feed you with the heritage of Jacob your father, for the mouth of the Lord has spoken.”Sermon OutlineIs God a source of delight or a means to it?1. Fastingv3 “why have we fasted, and you see it not?”vv3-4 “seek your own pleasure… oppress your workers… quarrel… fight”v5 “is such the fast that I choose?”2. The Vulnerablevv6-7 “bonds of wickedness… oppressed… hungry… homeless… naked…”v7 “share… bring into your homes”3. Sabbathv13 “call the sabbath a delight” v13 “your pleasure… your own ways”v14 “then shall you take delight in the Lord”Prayer of ConfessionOur amazing God, you are the source of light, healing, righteousness and glory. We confess our guilt and confusion. We have turned from you and devoted ourselves to things that cannot satisfy. We have presumed we could earn your favor, failing to recognize that our frustrations and accusations are evidence of our own sin. We have looked at the poor and needy with arrogant, hard hearts, not discerning our own poverty and need. We return to you, exchanging our false humility and corrupt practices for the life you give in Christ. Forgive us, heal us, and continue to draw us into the delight of life with you. Amen.Questions for ReflectionWhat brings you delight? What do you value that you willingly make sacrifices for?Does following Jesus require sacrifice? What are problematic ways we make sacrifices as part of a religious life? What are healthy or wise ways to make sacrifices as part of life with God?Why is it problematic to think you can earn God's favor? How can striving to earn God's favor lead to resentment?What attitudes towards the vulnerable, the materially poor, or people with needs do you see in yourself?Why does our attitude towards the materially poor expose us? What deficiencies can we expect to see?What does the gospel of Jesus reveal about God? If we make sacrifices for what we delight in, what can we infer from Jesus sacrificing his life for us?How does insight into the depth of the goodness of God bring deep transformation to us? What kind of connection with God brings light, healing, righteousness and glory into our lives?What practices help us walk with God? How can God and life with Him become more of a source of delight for you?What roles can fasting and keeping the Lord's Day (sabbath) play in living a God-centered life?Read AheadIsaiah Sermon Series

“But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” (2 Corinthians 12:9–10 NIV11-GK)

“But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” (2 Corinthians 12:9–10 NIV11-GK)

MAY. 16, 2025Don't lose your passion for God."Then his disciples remembered this prophecy from the Scriptures: 'Passion for God's house will consume me.'" Jn 2:17 NLTTry to imagine the fire in the eyes of Jesus and the flex of His muscles as He turns over the tables of the money changers in the temple. And He does it while wielding a whip He made Himself. "Then his disciples remembered this prophecy from the Scriptures: 'Passion for God's house will consume me.'" Jesus was the wisest and kindest person who ever lived. Additionally, He was the most passionate. And those who follow Him ought to be the most passionate people on earth. The word enthusiasm comes from two Greek words: en and theos, meaning "in God." And the more you get into God, the more passion you develop about the things of God. "Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart" (Ps 37:4 NKJV). Yes, you're supposed to crucify your carnal desires daily. But God doesn't do away with your capacity for desire; He sanctifies and redirects it. When you "delight yourself also in the Lord," you get a "desire transplant."  C. S. Lewis said, "We are half-hearted creatures fooling around with drink and sex and ambition when infinite joy is offered us." A pastor adds: "Sin is a waste of energy...And it's a double waste. After you waste your energy on things like lust and pride and anger, then you must waste even more energy on things like guilt and shame and regret. Nothing is more de-energizing than sin, but by the same token, nothing is more reenergizing than obedience. It's pure energy."Don't lose your passion for God Get a "desire transplant."Share This DevotionalSend us a textSupport the showChanging Lives | Building Strong Family | Impacting Our Community For Jesus Christ!

Rita Orlov! Game designer! Creative director! Puzzle creator! New friend! Delight! More! Rita makes games! One of them is Pandora's Legacy and the Kickstarter is underway as we speak! (As I type and you read!) Another is Emerald Echoes and the Kickstarter is soon to be launched! (At some point when I'll be typing again later, I imagine.) Check out getpostcurious.com (or their account on Instagram) for more information about MORE games and puzzles! And check out this podcast conversation as well! You're about to be doing it! PS This is only the first HALF of our conversation. For part two, subscribe via Apple Podcasts OR simply click on over here to Patreon! Enjoy!    

An ambitious genre-crossing exploration of Black speculative imagination, The Dark Delight of Being Strange: Black Stories of Freedom (Columbia University Press 2024) combines fiction, historical accounts, and philosophical prose to unveil the extraordinary and the surreal in everyday Black life.In a series of stories and essays, James B. Haile, III, traces how Black speculative fiction responds to enslavement, racism, colonialism, and capitalism and how it reveals a life beyond social and political alienation. He re-envisions Black technologies of freedom through Henry Box Brown's famed escape from slavery in a wooden crate, fashions an anticolonial “hollow earth theory” from the works of H. G. Wells and Jules Verne, and considers the octopus and its ability to camouflage itself as a model for Black survival strategies, among others. Looking at Black life through the lens of speculative fiction, this book transports readers to alternative worlds and spaces while remaining squarely rooted in present-day struggles. In so doing, it rethinks historical and contemporary Black experiences as well as figures such as Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, W. E. B. Du Bois, Henry Dumas, and Toni Morrison.Offering new ways to grasp the meanings and implications of Black freedom, The Dark Delight of Being Strange invites us to reimagine history and memory, time and space, our identities and ourselves. Winner, 2025 Hugh J. Silverman Book Prize, Association for Philosophy and Literature Finalist, 2025 PEN America Open Book Award James B. Haile III is a Professor of English & Philosophy at the University of Rhode Island. You can find him at the University of Rhode Island Philosophy Department website. You can find the host, Sullivan Summer, online, on Instagram, and at Substack, where she and Dr. Haile continue their conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Delight with our Holy God as you listen to Apostle Tonya teach on pure intimacy with Him.  For more teachings on our Lord Jesus Christ, and her testimonies on supernatural manifestations, visit ⁠https://apostletonya.org

An ambitious genre-crossing exploration of Black speculative imagination, The Dark Delight of Being Strange: Black Stories of Freedom (Columbia University Press 2024) combines fiction, historical accounts, and philosophical prose to unveil the extraordinary and the surreal in everyday Black life.In a series of stories and essays, James B. Haile, III, traces how Black speculative fiction responds to enslavement, racism, colonialism, and capitalism and how it reveals a life beyond social and political alienation. He re-envisions Black technologies of freedom through Henry Box Brown's famed escape from slavery in a wooden crate, fashions an anticolonial “hollow earth theory” from the works of H. G. Wells and Jules Verne, and considers the octopus and its ability to camouflage itself as a model for Black survival strategies, among others. Looking at Black life through the lens of speculative fiction, this book transports readers to alternative worlds and spaces while remaining squarely rooted in present-day struggles. In so doing, it rethinks historical and contemporary Black experiences as well as figures such as Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, W. E. B. Du Bois, Henry Dumas, and Toni Morrison.Offering new ways to grasp the meanings and implications of Black freedom, The Dark Delight of Being Strange invites us to reimagine history and memory, time and space, our identities and ourselves. Winner, 2025 Hugh J. Silverman Book Prize, Association for Philosophy and Literature Finalist, 2025 PEN America Open Book Award James B. Haile III is a Professor of English & Philosophy at the University of Rhode Island. You can find him at the University of Rhode Island Philosophy Department website. You can find the host, Sullivan Summer, online, on Instagram, and at Substack, where she and Dr. Haile continue their conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

Ever noticed how everything's OUR fault? The spread of Co(n)vid? Our fault. “Climate change”? Our fault. The gaslighting and guilt-tripping even extends into spiritual belief systems, particularly the de facto “New Age” one which has been placed there as a trap for truthseekers who reject mainstream religions. This one teaches that the hardships and challenges we face in life are … OUR fault. That they only occur because our souls (say it quickly) desire these experiences to “grow” and “evolve.” It even gives a free pass to evildoers, by telling us us that they are merely facilitating our evolution, and so don't warrant judgement! The ultimate cosmic cul-de-sac.

An ambitious genre-crossing exploration of Black speculative imagination, The Dark Delight of Being Strange: Black Stories of Freedom (Columbia University Press 2024) combines fiction, historical accounts, and philosophical prose to unveil the extraordinary and the surreal in everyday Black life.In a series of stories and essays, James B. Haile, III, traces how Black speculative fiction responds to enslavement, racism, colonialism, and capitalism and how it reveals a life beyond social and political alienation. He re-envisions Black technologies of freedom through Henry Box Brown's famed escape from slavery in a wooden crate, fashions an anticolonial “hollow earth theory” from the works of H. G. Wells and Jules Verne, and considers the octopus and its ability to camouflage itself as a model for Black survival strategies, among others. Looking at Black life through the lens of speculative fiction, this book transports readers to alternative worlds and spaces while remaining squarely rooted in present-day struggles. In so doing, it rethinks historical and contemporary Black experiences as well as figures such as Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, W. E. B. Du Bois, Henry Dumas, and Toni Morrison.Offering new ways to grasp the meanings and implications of Black freedom, The Dark Delight of Being Strange invites us to reimagine history and memory, time and space, our identities and ourselves. Winner, 2025 Hugh J. Silverman Book Prize, Association for Philosophy and Literature Finalist, 2025 PEN America Open Book Award James B. Haile III is a Professor of English & Philosophy at the University of Rhode Island. You can find him at the University of Rhode Island Philosophy Department website. You can find the host, Sullivan Summer, online, on Instagram, and at Substack, where she and Dr. Haile continue their conversation. 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

An ambitious genre-crossing exploration of Black speculative imagination, The Dark Delight of Being Strange: Black Stories of Freedom (Columbia University Press 2024) combines fiction, historical accounts, and philosophical prose to unveil the extraordinary and the surreal in everyday Black life.In a series of stories and essays, James B. Haile, III, traces how Black speculative fiction responds to enslavement, racism, colonialism, and capitalism and how it reveals a life beyond social and political alienation. He re-envisions Black technologies of freedom through Henry Box Brown's famed escape from slavery in a wooden crate, fashions an anticolonial “hollow earth theory” from the works of H. G. Wells and Jules Verne, and considers the octopus and its ability to camouflage itself as a model for Black survival strategies, among others. Looking at Black life through the lens of speculative fiction, this book transports readers to alternative worlds and spaces while remaining squarely rooted in present-day struggles. In so doing, it rethinks historical and contemporary Black experiences as well as figures such as Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, W. E. B. Du Bois, Henry Dumas, and Toni Morrison.Offering new ways to grasp the meanings and implications of Black freedom, The Dark Delight of Being Strange invites us to reimagine history and memory, time and space, our identities and ourselves. Winner, 2025 Hugh J. Silverman Book Prize, Association for Philosophy and Literature Finalist, 2025 PEN America Open Book Award James B. Haile III is a Professor of English & Philosophy at the University of Rhode Island. You can find him at the University of Rhode Island Philosophy Department website. You can find the host, Sullivan Summer, online, on Instagram, and at Substack, where she and Dr. Haile continue their conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/folkore

In this episode of The Corner of Story and Game, we welcome back the endlessly creative Ryan Omega, who is a producer, performer, LARP designer, and now the mastermind behind Taskmaster LA. But this isn't just a behind-the-scenes on a fan-made panel show. It's a deep dive into what it means to design games for performance, and the unique role that playtesting for watchability plays in that process.From crafting visually engaging challenges to navigating cast dynamics and live audience feedback, Ryan reveals how every layer of the Taskmaster LA experience was engineered not just to be fun, but to delight both players and viewers.What can digital game designers, TTRPG GMs, and interactive storytellers learn from a live-audience-first approach? Quite a lot, it turns out.We talk about:Casting as a game design toolDesigning challenges with visual hooksManaging emotional safety and creative riskWhy live audiences sharpen storytellingWhat makes a moment rewatchable, and why that mattersWhether you're building a game, producing a show, or crafting a session for your home table, this episode will give you a whole new lens for thinking about entertainment value as a design principle.Ryan's Links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

If we are reconciled to God through Jesus Christ, the highest joys and deepest pleasures of this life cannot begin to compare with the glory that awaits us. Today, R.C. Sproul challenges our common assumptions about what lies beyond the grave. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-surpassing-delight-of-the-glory-to-come/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

On today's NEW PODCAST, Host Dave Wager offers a unique “interview” with the late V. Raymond Edman through Edman's devotional book The Delights of Life, focusing on the chapter titled “Destination.” Using Revelation 14:13 as the anchor verse, Dave explores Edman's reflections on death—not as something to fear, but as a destination of delight for those who know Christ. Through Scripture readings, poetry, and personal stories, he unpacks the hope and assurance found in a relationship with Jesus, encouraging listeners to view death as the doorway to God's eternal presence rather than an end to be dreaded. Dave challenges listeners to examine their own views on life, death, and eternity, asking whether their trust is truly in Christ or in the temporary things of this world. He emphasizes that knowing God through His Word transforms our understanding of mortality and empowers us to live confidently and joyfully, even in the face of life's uncertainties. This powerful conversation invites believers to shift their focus from earthly distractions to eternal truths, resting in the promise that “blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.”     Stand Up For The Truth Videos: https://rumble.com/user/CTRNOnline & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQQSvKiMcglId7oGc5c46A

On this week's episode, I describe and honor Beltane, the Celtic festival of spring. Beltane is rich with magic as we celebrate the fertility of the land, the potential for new life and the abundance of nature. With the following weeks of May, into June, I encourage you to find your own way to honor Beltane. We are invited to be intentional about what we are planting inside of us for future growth. Delight in the late afternoon sun rays, the stunning cloudbursts and rainbows of this season. It's no coincidence that we celebrate mother's day around the same time we thank our Mother Earth for enriching our planet with abundance and magic. Happy Mother's Day and Happy Beltane! Enjoy the podcast!

Word For 2025: Season of Divine Delight by Abner Suarez

I. The Presence of Grace - 2:11a “For the grace of God has appeared” II. The Purposes of God's Grace - 2:11b-15 1. The Primary Purpose - Salvation 2. The Secondary Purposes - These 7 discipleship dynamics are consistently mentioned in the New Testament. We all need an ongoing commitment to each of these doctrinal convictions. There is a diverse audience in Titus chapter 2: Older men, Older women, young women, young men. All should be passionate about prioritizing Titus 2:11-15. Today, I want to focus on the wonderful role of mothers. The primary place where discipleship is worked out is the HOME. The CHURCH and CHRISTIAN SCHOOL are secondary places where discipleship is worked out. 3. The 7 Motivations for Godliness: a. Training - v. 12a b. Living - v. 12b c. Waiting - v. 13a • Luke 2:25 Simeon was “waiting” for the consolation of Israel • Luke 2:38 Anna was “waiting” for the redemption of Jerusalem • I Thessalonians 1:8-10 • Hebrews 9:27-28 • II Peter 3:11-15 • Jude 1:20-21 d. Appearing - v. 13b e. Redeeming - v. 14a f. Purifying - v. 14b g. Declaring - v. 15

Alex Rosenthal! Editorial director/producer at TED! Game/puzzle-maker! Old friend! Delight! More! Alex works at TED and has given a very enjoyable TED talk on puzzle hunts. He is the co-creator of a new game called Pandora's Legacy which is on Kickstarter right now! About the game: "Pandora's Legacy, combines elements of jigsaw puzzles, escape rooms, puzzle hunts, and legacy board games into a 12-15 hour adventure. Perfect for mythology lovers, puzzle enthusiasts, and anyone who just loves a good challenge. Brought to you by the creators of TED-Ed's riddle and mythology series." So check out the game, support the Kickstarter, and listen to our chat! And this is just the first HALF of our chat! To complete the puzzle and get the second half, subscribe via Apple Podcasts or merely click on over here to Patreon! Enjoy!

You may have grown up hearing the saying “red sky at night, sailor's delight, red sky in morning, sailor's warning” - or maybe a variation of it. CrowdScience listener Alison, who sees many dazzling red skies from her home in the Yukon, Canada, certainly did. And now she wonders if the saying is a sensible prediction of coming weather or just another old wives' tale. Alison and presenter Anand Jagatia run a little experiment, getting up at the crack of dawn and staying up until dusk for 5 days to record if the sunset and sunrise can predict their local weather. While we wait for the results, we track this weather proverb back to its ancient roots to find out how important it may have been to the people without satellites or even thermometers to guide them. We also tap into the expertise of modern-day weather predictors, meteorologists. What are the atmospheric pressure systems that cause red skies, and how do they influence the weather globally? And what exceptions to the rules might turn a trusty old proverb on its head? Presenter: Anand Jagatia Producer: Ella Hubber Series Producer: Ben Motley

In this episode of Take Care & Live!, Dr. Stephen V. Peters unpacks a powerful truth: momentum isn't convenient—it's messy. You will never get anything done if you're waiting for perfect conditions. Drawing from real-life insights and the timeless wisdom of Ecclesiastes 11:4, Dr. Peters reveals why clarity—not convenience—is the true driver of progress. Whether you're navigating a life transition, pursuing a long-held goal, or simply realigning your priorities, this episode will equip you to get clear, get focused, and embrace the beautiful mess of momentum. Connect with Dr. Stephen V. Peters LinkedIn: Stephen V. Peters, Ed.D. –https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenvpetersInstagram: dr.stephenvpeters Threads: dr.stephenvpeters Website: https://www.takecareandlive.comNew Book The Momentum List: Rediscover Your Ability to Delight in Time, Rather than Be Mastered by It Link: https://a.co/d/9OtSITBAvailable, where books are sold! Subscribe to the Take Care & Live! podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, and Amazon, and a host of other platforms! Youtube Link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0pB5aL_SLKHsscL7WCRM9kUNpvsO2Dru&si=5qaH357pDyHa4cPi#momenum #clarity #over #convenience#ignites#threeshifts  #TheMomentumListBook#TakeCareandLive

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Robyn Cowen as Liverpool are crowned as champions and Manchester City and Crystal Palace go through to the FA Cup final. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod