Podcasts about dreams

We have to imagine that the life of an NPR White House Correspondent does not consistently feel relaxed, homey, sentimental, and warm. But you know what does? Field of Dreams, the 1989 Kevin Costner movie about an Iowa farmer with a field overrun by baseball ghosts. Danielle Kurtzleben, a White House Correspondent for NPR, is from Titonka, Iowa (population 491) and has probably seen the movie eleventy squillion times. She can quote large portions of the dialogue and proved it in our interview by reciting James Earl Jones' “They will come” monologue in her most sonorous NPR voice. You'll be asleep soon. By the way, do baseball ghosts sleep? Are there bunk beds out in the corn fields? Am I overthinking this? Subscribe to Danielle Kurtzleben's Substack, Very Professional Journalizing, by going to daniellekurtzleben.substack.com. Hey Sleepy Heads, is there anyone whose voice you'd like to drift off to, or do you have suggestions on things we could do to aid your slumber? Email us at: sleepwithcelebs@maximumfun.org. Follow the Show on: Instagram @sleepwcelebs Bluesky @sleepwithcelebs TikTok @SleepWithCelebs John is on Bluesky @JohnMoe John's acclaimed, best-selling memoir, The Hilarious World of Depression, is now available in paperback. _________________________________________________________________________ Join | Maximum Fun If you like one or more shows on MaxFun, and you value independent artists being able to do their thing, you're the perfect person to become a MaxFun monthly member. Go to www.maximumfun.org/joinsleeping for our one-stop portal to becoming a member and supporter of Sleeping with Celebrities. Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinsleeping

Hey, it's Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul, and it's Wow Wednesday, which is when I find awe-inspiring or surprising stories to share with you. Today I've got a couple of cool stories from Chicken Soup for the Soul: Let Your Dreams and Premonitions Guide You. The stories in this book show you how you can use your dreams and premonitions as a kind of GPS or user manual for your life. I don't know about you but I've had dreams in which I was talking to my grandmother or my mother and they seem so alive in those dreams. Whether you think those dreams are generated by your own mind, or whether you think they are of heavenly origin, they can have a big impact on you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Episode 10 of Season 9 of The Surviving Siblings Podcast®, host Maya Roffler is joined by Emily O'Brien, a surviving sibling, who shares the story of losing her brother Pete to a rare and devastating case of encephalitis that developed from what initially seemed like a simple ear infection. Emily takes us back to her childhood growing up in Michigan with her only sibling, Pete. Just 28 months apart, the two shared a bond that went far beyond a typical brother-sister relationship. They were inseparable throughout childhood, growing up side by side, sharing friends, adventures, milestones, and a connection they both described as being soulmates. As children, Emily was known as Pete's little sister—but she was also adopted by his entire friend group as their little sister too. Whether they were together constantly or navigating the occasional sibling disagreements that come with growing up, there was never any question about the depth of their connection. As they entered adulthood, that bond only grew stronger. Pete was the kind of person people gravitated toward. A bartender and server by trade, he had a rare ability to make anyone feel important. Whether you knew him for twenty years or twenty minutes, Pete had a way of making people feel seen, heard, and valued. His charisma, kindness, and genuine interest in others left a lasting impact on nearly everyone he met. Then, in March 2020, everything changed. As the world was beginning to shut down due to COVID-19, Pete developed what seemed like a routine ear infection. Because he lacked health insurance and was already carrying significant medical debt from a previous surgery, he delayed seeking treatment. What no one could have known was that the infection was quietly becoming something far more serious. Within hours, the infection spread from his ear into the bones of his inner ear, eventually reaching his brain stem and causing encephalitis—a severe inflammation of the brain. By the time Pete arrived at the hospital, his body was already in sepsis. The next morning, she was receiving calls that would change her life forever. Emily shares the shock of learning that Pete had no measurable brain activity, the surreal experience of spending four days in the hospital during the earliest days of COVID, and the emotional complexity of navigating organ donation while trying to comprehend what had happened. As family, friends, coworkers, and complete strangers poured into the hospital to share stories about Pete, Emily began to understand just how many lives her brother had touched. Yet despite the outpouring of love, Emily found herself stepping into a role many surviving siblings know all too well: becoming the one who holds everyone else together. She opens up about spending years carrying the weight of everyone else's grief while neglecting her own, throwing herself into creating a nonprofit in Pete's honor, raising a young child, working through the pandemic, and doing everything possible to avoid fully feeling the depth of her loss. What followed was a period she describes as becoming "the walking dead"—going through the motions of life while feeling emotionally disconnected from everything around her. This episode explores sibling soulmates, anticipatory grief, organ donation, complicated family dynamics, spiritual connection after loss, and the reality that healing doesn't mean leaving your sibling behind—it means learning how to carry them forward. Most of all, it's a reminder that even after unimaginable loss, it is still possible to choose life. In This Episode: (0:00:00) – Meet Emily + Remembering Pete Emily introduces her relationship with her older brother and the soulmate-like bond they shared throughout their lives. (0:02:00) – Growing Up Inseparable Childhood memories, shared friendships, and being known as "Pete's little sister." (0:04:00) – A Bond That Strengthened With Age How distance during college ultimately deepened their connection. (0:05:00) – Moving to Florida Together Emily helps Pete leave behind a difficult chapter and start fresh near family. (0:13:00) – Who Pete Was Remembering Pete's charisma, kindness, and ability to connect with anyone he met. (0:15:00) – Substance Use + Struggles Behind the Scenes The challenges Pete faced while still showing the world his bright personality. (0:20:00) – The Beginning of COVID The final conversation Emily had with Pete during the first days of the pandemic. (0:23:00) – The Phone Calls Learning Pete had been rushed to the hospital and trying to understand what was happening. (0:29:00) – A Rare Medical Emergency How a simple ear infection turned into encephalitis and severe brain swelling. (0:31:00) – From Ear Infection to Brain Death The shocking reality of how quickly Pete's condition deteriorated. (0:36:00) – Organ Donation During COVID Navigating hospital restrictions, waiting periods, and Pete's life-saving gift to others. (0:39:00) – The Stories People Shared Hearing from friends, coworkers, and strangers whose lives Pete impacted. (0:44:00) – Living As "The Walking Dead" Years of emotional numbness, survival mode, and delayed grief. (0:47:00) – Dreams, Signs, and Spiritual Connection How Emily's ongoing relationship with Pete helped guide her healing. (0:50:00) – Choosing Life Again Therapy, transformation, and rebuilding a life that felt authentic after loss. (0:56:00) – Advice for Newly Bereaved Siblings Why it's okay not to be okay—and why finding people who truly understand matters. This episode is sponsored by The Surviving Siblings®. Connect with Emily: Email: obrien.emily.b@gmail.com  Connect with Maya: Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/survivingsiblingspodcast/ Maya's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayaroffler/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@survivingsiblingspodcast Twitter: https://x.com/survivingsibpod Website: thesurvivingsiblings.com Facebook Group: The Surviving Siblings Podcast YouTube: The Surviving Siblings Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheSurvivingSiblingsPodcast  

Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Discover a magical wishing well where dreams, love, and reflection softly come to life. This soothing bedtime story for women is designed to ease stress, calm the mind, and invite deep sleep. Let the peaceful narration guide you into a night of comfort and tranquility. Love,

Welcome back to WE LOVE TO HATE EVERYTHING and another trip through Brown Town, where the trains are exciting, the shirts are multiplying, and Janelle appears to be building her own Field of Dreams.This week's lineup:

It's no longer news that Hollywood studios are using artificial intelligence in editing, animation, visual effects and more. But last week “Dreams of Violets,” a new film about protests in Iran, became the first fully AI-generated live-action feature to screen at Tribeca and is a project that journalist Steven Zeitchik says the industry is watching nervously. We talk about the rapidly growing use of A.I. in filmmaking and the impacts that's having on audiences, industry professionals and an artform built on human storytelling. Guests: Steven Zeitchik, senior editor for technology and politics, Hollywood Reporter; author, "Mind and Iron," a humanist newsletter about our AI future Peter Murrieta, executive producer, showrunner and writer; secretary-treasurer, Writers Guild of America West Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Several bears have been hit by cars on the interstate lately. Joey wondered about who moves the animals and debris out of the roads. Our listener, Darrin, called to tell us about a dream he had about Nancy. He, Nancy, and Nancy’s husband were at a yard sale at a shipyard and Nancy’s husband had a dancing poodle. There were also people dancing in full winter gear, but it was hot outside. Nancy got accused of trying to cheat a lady on Facebook Marketplace. She didn’t have enough cash bills, so she gave the seller 4 quarters to cover the last dollar. The seller freaked out and told Nancy that she didn’t have enough bills and that Nancy was trying to scam her! Hot Tea: Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie XO. The chair that Taylor Swift sat on for the NBA finals was auctioned off for $7k. A driver with road rage hit someone with a ukelele. We did a contest called “My Daddy’s So Country...” where people called in to tell stories about their country dads. The winner got four tickets to Dollywood’s Splash Country for Water Safety Day! Last week, we all challenged each other to watch certain movies. Joey watched Spirit: Stallion of the Cimmaron and said it was boring. Nancy watched A Cinderella Story and thought it was dumb. Karly watched Field of Dreams and was confused but enjoyed it. She also watched Ace Ventura and HATED it. Lucky 7 for $50 to The Diner at Twister’s A woman in Knoxville has found 17 human teeth in her yard. She has talked with police, but they said they wouldn’t investigate further unless other bones were found. She called us to give us all the details! You can see her videos on her TikTok account @maydayshae! A child was left in a hot car in Knoxville last week. They were taken to the hospital and are expected to make a full recovery, but it’s so scary! Joey looked into the laws about when you can or can’t leave a child in the car – even if the car is running. Group Therapy: My Friends are Judging Me for My 17-Year Age Gap Relationship See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us as we reframe our seasons of testing. We dive into examples from Scripture and discuss a very personal season of a dream, testing and fulfillment for our family. 

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El director mexicano vuelve a trabajar con Jessica Chastain en 'Dreams', la historia de amor y pasión de una rica americana y un bailarín mexicano con la que retrata la hipocresía blanca y el racismo hacia la población migrante. Con él charlamos de este proyecto, su relación artística con la estrella americana y el sueño americano en tiempos de discursos de odio. 

Can global health serve an increasingly fragmented world? That's the question Garry Aslanyan asks co-hosts  Catherine Kyobutungi and Ricardo Baptista Leite in the latest installment of “The Inside Track.” And this time, the trio is joined by special guest Tenu Avafia, Deputy Executive Director of Unitaid. Their conversation spans AI governance, geopolitics, and access to health. From the mismatch between how AI is built and who it's built for, to the normalization of hate eroding global solidarity, to the rise of regional institutions like Africa CDC and the African Medicines Agency — this episode maps a global health landscape genuinely at a crossroads. Related episode documents, transcripts and other information can be found on our website.Subscribe to the Global Health Matters podcast newsletter.  Follow us for updates:@TDRnews on XTDR on LinkedIn@ghm_podcast on Instagram@ghm-podcast.bsky.social on Bluesky  Disclaimer: The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Global Health Matters podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of TDR or the World Health Organization.    All content © 2026 Global Health Matters.

Guest: Michelle Carr, Director of the Dream Engineering Laboratory at Montreal's Centre for Advanced Research in Sleep Medicine and author of ‘Into the Dream Lab: The New Science of Dreams and Nightmares'.

The third major of the 2026 PGA Tour schedule is here with the U.S. Open coming up at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. To get ready for the upcoming major, time to talk about key storylines, narratives and more on the latest episode of the Fairways & Dreams podcast. Join host Jeff Hartman as he gets the golf fan prepared for the second major of the year. This podcast is a part of the Golfer Gang Network of podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump’s 80th birthday. White House UFC. Dreams are not from God. Drop anger and have peace. Klay Thompson, Megan Thee Stallion.

Imagine the intense pleasure you could be enjoying right now by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakening App on the Apple Store.In the bustling city, Suzanne and Natasha were thriving business partners and the proud owners of a charming bookshop. Their store, once a sanctuary of imagination and creativity, was now a whirlwind of stress and spreadsheets, thanks to their new investors. The joy they once found in their work had been overshadowed by the mounting pressure to succeed.One evening, after a particularly grueling day, Natasha came up with a plan to rekindle their spirits. "We need a break," she said, her eyes lighting up with a mischievous glint. "Let's treat ourselves to a massage. It'll help us unwind and forget about the stress, even if just for a little while."Natasha invites her friend to a spa she knows well that promised much sensual pleasure.As Suzanne relaxes and sinks into her private fantasies what desires might surface?Dive into the world of "Sensual Dreams" and discover the art of relaxation and erotic fantasy. Experience the magic of an orgasmic massage, the bliss of yoni pleasure, and the allure of sensual touch. Ready to explore?

On today's PowerPoint, Pastor Jack Graham begins a relevant series for us all in these days titled “Advancing through Adversity.” Pastor Graham brings the message “Keeping the Dreams Alive” on Joseph and the series of tests in his life that could not destroy is dreams or his character. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/395/29?v=20251111

For thousands of years, people have claimed to encounter animal guides that offer wisdom, protection, healing, and spiritual insight. From ancient shamans and spirit guides to modern power animals and New Age practices, these traditions continue to influence millions of people today.But where did these ideas originate?Joel traces the history of familiar spirits, tutelary spirits, ancestral guides, and modern spirit animal teachings while examining their connections to occultism, esoteric societies, and contemporary spirituality. Along the way, he explores the symbolism attached to animals such as the wolf, bear, bat, raven, and dragon, as well as the role these beings play in shamanic journeying and mystical experiences. The conversation also ventures into deeper territory, examining Michael Harner's Core Shamanism, the rise of neoshamanism, the Sirius mysteries, spirit guides, and Aleister Crowley's teachings on ego death, Crossing the Abyss, and the City of the Pyramids. Are spirit animals merely symbolic archetypes? Are they psychological constructs? Are they spiritual entities? And what does Scripture have to say about seeking guidance from unseen spiritual beings?Join Joel as he investigates one of the most popular concepts in modern spirituality through the lens of history, occult traditions, and biblical discernment.Merchandise: https://freetherabbits.myshopify.comBuy Me A Coffee: DonateFollow: Website | Instagram | X | FacebookWatch: YouTube | RumbleMusic: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music Films: https://merkelfilms.com Email: freetherabbitspodcast@gmail.comDistributed by: merkel.mediaIntro Music:Joel Thomas – Free The RabbitsYouTube | Spotify | Apple MusicOutro Music:Joel Thomas – GreyYouTube | Spotify | Apple MusicTopics DiscussedSpirit Animals, Power Animals, Totem Animals, Familiar Spirits, Spirit Guides, Shamanism, Neoshamanism, Animism, Michael Harner, Carlos Castaneda, Mircea Eliade, Native Traditions, Dog Star Sirius, Dogon Tribe, Freemasonry and Sirius, The Blazing Star, Occult Symbolism, Animal Totems, Wolf Symbolism, Bear Symbolism, Bat Symbolism, Dragon Symbolism, Raven Symbolism, Sheep Symbolism, Turkey Symbolism, Ladybug Symbolism, Ancestor Spirits, Tutelary Spirits, Familiars in European Folklore, Spirit Journeys, Vision Quests, Dreams and Spirit Animals, Aleister Crowley, Crossing the Abyss, Choronzon, Babalon, City of the Pyramids, Ego Dissolution, Biblical Discernment.

In this episode of The Dream Journal, Katherine Bell talks with Dr. Gayle Delaney about the origins of modern dreamwork, the early days of the International Association for the Study of Dreams, and Delaney's practical Dream Interview Method. Their conversation also explores how curiosity—not imposed interpretation—can unlock the meaning of dreams, why sleep is essential for emotional and cognitive health, and how dreamwork can help people make better choices in waking life. Gayle Delaney's Dream Interview Method and why it avoids one-size-fits-all interpretations How IASD began and what the early dream conferences were like Why dreamwork starts with curiosity, precise questions, and the dreamer's own language The connection between sleep, joy, energy, and long-term brain health An example of how a dream about a black cat can open into real-life insight BIO: Dr. Gayle Delaney is the author or editor of eight books on dreaming, and Gail is a true pioneer in modern dream work who created the simple and powerful dream interview method. Gayle was also the founding president of the International Association for the Study of Dreams and along with Dr. Loma Flowers, Gayle was the creator and co-director of the Delaney and Flowers Dream Center in San Francisco. Contact our guest: DelaneyonDreams.com The IASD conference is June 13-17 in Ashland Oregon. Find out more at IASDconferences.org/2026/ This show, episode number 367, was broadcast on June 13, 2026 at KSQD.org, community radio of Santa Cruz. It was recorded on May 13, 2026. SHARE A DREAM FOR THE SHOW or a question or enquire about being a guest on the podcast by emailing Katherine Bell at katherine@ksqd.org. Follow on LI, IG, YT, FB, & LT @ExperientialDreamwork #thedreamjournal. To learn more or to inquire about exploring your own dreams go to ExperientialDreamwork.com. Video podcast available at youtube.com/@experientialdreamwork. Popular playlists: “Dream Journal shorts” and “FULL LENGTH VIDEOS”. Here are links to some other Dream Journal episodes you might be interested in: How Dreams Improve Emotional Health | Psychiatrist Loma K. Flowers on Emotional Competence Understanding Your Mind with Jesse Lyon Intro and outro music by Mood Science. Ambient music new every week by Rick Kleffel. Archived music can be found at Pandemiad.com. Many thanks to Rick for also engineering the show and to Erik Nelson for answering the phones. The Dream Journal aims to: Increase awareness of and appreciation for nightly dreams. Inspire dream sharing and other kinds of dream exploration as a way of adding depth and meaningfulness to lives and relationships. Improve society by the increased empathy, emotional balance, and sense of wonder which dream exploration invites. A dream can be meaningful even if you don’t know what it means. The Dream Journal is produced at and airs on KSQD Santa Cruz, 90.7 FM. Catch it streaming LIVE at KSQD.org 10-11am Pacific Time on Saturdays. Call or text with your dreams or questions at 831-900-5773 or email at onair@ksqd.org. Podcasts are available on all major podcast platforms the Monday following the live show. The complete KSQD Dream Journal podcast page can be found at ksqd.org/the-dream-journal/. Thanks for being a Dream Journal listener! Available on all major podcast platforms. Rate it, review it, subscribe, and tell your friends.

In this episode of The Alchemist Inkwell, Emily and KristaLyn talk about the magic of the Summer Solstice, Cancer season, dream work, ritual practices, timeline shifts, and how to check in with everything you've been manifesting since last year.The Summer Solstice is one of the major energetic turning points of the year, and this conversation explores how to work with that energy through dreams, divination, flower crowns, ritual outfits, dancing, drumming, spell jars, junk journal magic, plant care, natural water, and intentional manifestation.They also talk about why this solstice feels especially activated, what it means to focus on your own world without spiritually bypassing, and how to stop shutting yourself down when you ask for what you really want.If this season feels like a pivot point, this episode is your reminder to take stock of how far you've come, name what you want next, and go make some magic.What are you doing for the Solstice this year?

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Awakening Dreams: A Journey Through the Akropolis Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-06-15-07-38-19-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het zonlicht kaatste op de witte stenen van de Akropolis, terwijl Joris, Marijke en Elske zich een weg baanden door de drukte van toeristen die dezelfde begeerde bestemming hadden gekozen.En: The sunlight reflected off the white stones of the Akropolis, as Joris, Marijke, and Elske made their way through the throngs of tourists who had chosen the same coveted destination.Nl: De lucht was gevuld met het vrolijke gezang van krekels en het zachte gekwetter van mensen die gefascineerd naar de overblijfselen van het oude Athene keken.En: The air was filled with the cheerful singing of cicadas and the soft chatter of people who were fascinated by the remnants of ancient Athens.Nl: Joris leefde al van jongs af aan voor geschiedenis.En: Joris had been passionate about history since childhood.Nl: Hij wilde de Akropolis zelf ervaren, de verhalen van het verleden in kleur aan zijn leerlingen vertellen.En: He wanted to experience the Akropolis for himself, to tell his students the stories of the past in vivid detail.Nl: Terwijl hij door de ruïnes liep, besloot hij zijn aandacht te richten op de kleine details die vaak werden overzien.En: As he wandered through the ruins, he decided to focus on the small details that were often overlooked.Nl: Hier een inscriptie, daar een verweerde sculptuur.En: Here an inscription, there a weathered sculpture.Nl: Elk stukje vertelde een eigen verhaal.En: Each piece told its own story.Nl: Aan de andere kant volgde Marijke met een kritisch oog de paden van de voormalige tempels.En: On the other hand, Marijke followed the paths of the former temples with a critical eye.Nl: Ze vroeg zich af of haar werk als archeoloog nog steeds zin had.En: She wondered if her work as an archaeologist still made sense.Nl: Toen ze plotseling een oude collega tegenkwam, richtte hij vragen op haar methoden.En: When she suddenly ran into an old colleague, he questioned her methods.Nl: In plaats van in de verdediging te springen, koos Marijke ervoor om met hem samen te werken.En: Instead of becoming defensive, Marijke chose to collaborate with him.Nl: Misschien kon zij nog iets van hem leren en haar passie weer vinden.En: Perhaps she could learn something from him and rediscover her passion.Nl: Elske, met haar camera stevig in de hand, liep ondertussen rusteloos rond, zoekend naar dat ene perfecte plaatje.En: Meanwhile, Elske, with her camera firmly in hand, wandered restlessly, searching for that one perfect shot.Nl: De toeristen maakten het moeilijk om een goed beeld te krijgen.En: The tourists made it difficult to get a good picture.Nl: Maar ze gaf niet op.En: But she did not give up.Nl: Ze waagde zich aan een steile heuvel voor een uniek uitzicht op de Akropolis bij zonsondergang.En: She ventured up a steep hill for a unique view of the Akropolis at sunset.Nl: Ze hoopte dat deze gewaagde zet haar de ultieme foto zou opleveren.En: She hoped this daring move would give her the ultimate photo.Nl: De zon dook langzaam achter de horizon en kleurde de lucht in oranje en goud.En: The sun slowly dipped behind the horizon, coloring the sky in orange and gold.Nl: Het was alsof de oude ruïnes tot leven kwamen in het warme licht.En: It was as if the ancient ruins came to life in the warm light.Nl: Op dat moment voelde Joris zijn hart sneller kloppen.En: At that moment, Joris felt his heart beat faster.Nl: Hij wist dat zijn leerlingen verrast zouden zijn door deze verhalen en beelden.En: He knew his students would be surprised by these stories and images.Nl: Marijke, naast haar voormalige tegenstander, zag de schoonheid en de complexiteit van het verleden met nieuwe ogen.En: Marijke, next to her former opponent, saw the beauty and complexity of the past with new eyes.Nl: Samen vonden ze een nieuw perspectief en dat gaf haar het vertrouwen en de motivatie die ze nodig had.En: Together they found a new perspective, which gave her the confidence and motivation she needed.Nl: Elske knipte haar camera en wist dat ze het had.En: Elske snapped her camera and knew she had it.Nl: De foto was perfect.En: The photo was perfect.Nl: Het was het bewijs van de schoonheid en de magie van de plek, die de wereld zou laten zien hoeveel deze oude stenen te vertellen hadden.En: It was proof of the beauty and magic of the place, which would show the world how much these ancient stones had to tell.Nl: Met het vallen van de avond daalden ze samen de heuvel af naar de stad.En: As evening fell, they descended the hill together toward the city.Nl: Hun doelen waren bereikt, en elk van hen nam iets bijzonders mee terug.En: Their goals were achieved, and each of them took something special back.Nl: Joris had nieuw materiaal voor zijn lessen, Marijke ontdekte haar passie opnieuw, en Elske stond aan het begin van een veelbelovende carrière.En: Joris had new material for his lessons, Marijke rediscovered her passion, and Elske was at the start of a promising career.Nl: Hun avontuur bij de Akropolis had niet alleen de stenen wakker gemaakt, maar ook hun eigen dromen.En: Their adventure at the Akropolis had awakened not only the stones but also their own dreams. Vocabulary Words:reflected: kaatstethrong: druktecoveted: begeerderemnants: overblijfselenpassionate: leefde voorvivid: kleurruins: ruïnesoverlooked: overzieninscription: inscriptieweathered: verweerdecritical: kritischarchaeologist: archeoloogdefensive: in de verdedigingcollaborate: samenwerkenrediscover: opnieuw ontdekkenrestlessly: rusteloossteep: steiledaring: gewaagdehorizon: horizonventure: waagdeultimate: ultiemedipped: dookcomplexity: complexiteitmotivated: motivatieopponent: tegenstanderperspective: perspectiefuncommon: ongewoonproof: bewijspromising: veelbelovenddescend: daalden

For many Americans, Harriet Tubman can seem more like a character out of myth than a flesh-and-blood historical figure. Many know of Tubman's escape from slavery and her brave work on the Underground Railroad, but little more about her life and personal experiences. In this interview with David M. Rubenstein, prizewinning author Tiya Miles delves into the real woman, from Tubman's birth as “Minty Ross” to her activism and beyond, to offer a clearer image of the American hero.Recorded on June 21, 2025

This week on The Legends of the DCU Podcast! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs meet the King of Dreams as we discuss this week’s episode of The Sandman. Barry Allen's past is revealed as he joins Elenore Thawne's Project Olympus setting in motion the events that eventually create Wally West and the series' central conflict […] The post Legends of the DCU Episode 10 (Legacy #449) – Long Live the King appeared first on The ESO Network.

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Soaring Dreams: A Kite's Journey at the Great Wall Festival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-06-15-22-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 龙舟节这一天，长城上阳光明媚，风景如画。En: On the day of the Dragon Boat Festival, the Great Wall basked in bright sunshine, offering picturesque scenery.Zh: 人们聚集在一起，庆祝这个快乐的节日。En: People gathered together to celebrate this joyous holiday.Zh: 李伟站在城墙脚下，抬头看着这段古老的长城。En: Li Wei stood at the foot of the Great Wall, looking up at this ancient structure.Zh: 今天是他再次证明自己的日子。En: Today was his day to prove himself once again.Zh: 他要在这里放飞一只巨大的风筝。En: He planned to fly a gigantic kite here.Zh: 李伟是一位热爱风筝的年轻人。En: Li Wei was a young man who loved kites.Zh: 每年他都参加风筝节，今年，他带来了他最大的创作。En: Every year he participated in the kite festival, and this year, he had brought his largest creation.Zh: 然而，这个风筝实在是太大了。En: However, this kite was truly enormous.Zh: 张明看着这庞然大物，忍不住皱眉，“李伟，这怎么能带上去呢？”En: Zhang Ming looked at the gigantic object and couldn't help but frown, "How can this be taken up there, Li Wei?"Zh: 陈秀笑着拍拍李伟的背，“要不我们帮你吧，分成几部分，搬上去？”En: Chen Xiu smiled and patted Li Wei on the back, "How about we help you? We can divide it into parts and carry it up."Zh: 李伟一边擦汗，一边点头，“好主意，分开来我们一起搬。”En: Li Wei wiped his sweat and nodded, "Good idea, let's separate it and carry it up together."Zh: 于是在朋友的帮助下，他们小心翼翼地把风筝分解成几个部分开始往上搬。En: With the help of his friends, they carefully disassembled the kite into several parts and began to carry it upwards.Zh: 长城的台阶陡峭，太阳晒得他们汗流浃背。En: The steps of the Great Wall were steep, and the sun made them sweat profusely.Zh: 张明时不时停下来喘气，陈秀用手巾抹去额头上的汗水，而李伟则紧紧盯着越来越接近的顶端，“加油，我们快到了！”En: Zhang Ming paused occasionally to catch his breath, Chen Xiu wiped the sweat from her forehead with a handkerchief, while Li Wei kept his eyes fixed on the increasingly close top, "Come on, we're almost there!"Zh: 终于，他们站在长城的顶端，俯瞰着下方的群山与人群。En: Finally, they stood at the top of the Great Wall, overlooking the mountains and the crowd below.Zh: 李伟迫不及待地开始组装他的风筝。En: Li Wei couldn't wait to start assembling his kite.Zh: 张明和陈秀忙着把风筝的骨架架起来，忽然一阵大风吹来，风筝险些被吹跑。En: Zhang Ming and Chen Xiu busied themselves with setting up the frame of the kite, when suddenly a strong gust of wind nearly blew the kite away.Zh: “不好，快抓住它！”李伟大喊。En: "Oh no, grab it quickly!" Li Wei shouted.Zh: 陈秀和张明迅速反应，三个人合力才稳住了风筝。En: Chen Xiu and Zhang Ming reacted swiftly, and together the three of them managed to stabilize the kite.Zh: 经过一番紧张的忙碌，风筝终于组装完毕。En: After a bout of tense busyness, the kite was finally assembled.Zh: 李伟深吸一口气，将风筝放飞。En: Li Wei took a deep breath and released the kite.Zh: 巨大的风筝在空中展开，五彩斑斓，十分壮观。En: The gigantic kite unfolded in the air, beautifully colorful and spectacular.Zh: 周围的人群纷纷拍手叫好。En: The surrounding crowd erupted into applause and cheers.Zh: 李伟看着在风中翱翔的风筝，心中充满了自豪与感激。En: Li Wei watched the kite soar in the wind, his heart filled with pride and gratitude.Zh: 他转过头，看着身边的朋友们，“谢谢你们，没有你们，我不可能做到。”En: He turned his head to look at his friends by his side, "Thank you all, I couldn't have done it without you."Zh: 这一次，李伟不仅实现了他的梦想，还明白了朋友和合作的意义。En: This time, Li Wei not only achieved his dream but also understood the importance of friendship and cooperation.Zh: 风筝在长城的蓝天中飞得更高，象征着他的友谊和新的理解。En: The kite flew higher in the blue sky above the Great Wall, symbolizing his friendship and newfound understanding. Vocabulary Words:bask: 晒picturesque: 如画ancient: 古老的gigantic: 巨大的enormous: 庞然大物frown: 皱眉disassembled: 分解profusely: 汗流浃背handkerchief: 手巾gust: 一阵大风swiftly: 迅速stabilize: 稳住tense: 紧张的assembled: 组装unfolded: 展开spectacular: 壮观applause: 拍手叫好gratitude: 感激friendship: 友谊cooperation: 合作structure: 城墙overlooking: 俯瞰achieved: 实现soar: 翱翔symbolizing: 象征着prove: 证明foot: 脚下steep: 陡峭sweat: 汗水erupted: 纷纷

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Emmy's first birth experience ended in a way no one imagines: an "emergency" cesarean under general anesthesia. Her son was welcomed into life by strangers rather than into the loving arms of his mother and father, a source of pain that stayed with her for a long time. Determined to have a different experience with future pregnancies, Emmy began exploring her options and learning more about physiological birth. Her journey ultimately led her to have two subsequent home births: one attended by a midwife and another supported by her sister. Through these experiences, she discovered the healing power of informed decision-making, trusting her instincts, and creating the birth environment she desired. A pivotal part of Emmy's healing journey was finding Birth Story Medicine, a counseling process that helps mothers process their birth experiences. Find Emmy on Instagram @emmy_kissinger  If you love the show, I would greatly appreciate a review on  Spotify or Apple Podcasts!  Follow me on Instagram @healingbirth Do you have a birth story you'd like to share on the podcast, or would like to otherwise connect? I love to hear from you! Send me a note at contactus@healingbirth.net Intro / Outro music: Dreams by Markvard Podcast cover photo by Karina Jensen @karinajensenphoto

On this episode of the Aluna experience podcast I talk to Dylan who shares how at 23 years old he was faced with a medical illness which brought him close to death and bed ridden for 2 years, what he now calls a soul initiation. Dylan shares his exploration of alternative healing modalities and finding ayahuasca where he experienced two very different nights with the medicine. Night one was a stripping of identities, wounds, and any foundation of self that was built on false beliefs. A painful but necessary clearing to create space for what was to come the second night. Dylan passionately shares how night 2 illuminated the many layers of self for Dylan— from his physical, to mental to spiritual to everything in between, above and beyond. The medicine brought him into perfect alignment with the life that he desired and supported the physical body and mental capacity to be able to hold such a life. He talks about how ayahuasca has been present everyday since communing with her at Aluna and how this experience was a call to rise to the infinite wave of everlasting love that ayahuasca showed him is what and who he is.  @aluna_healing_centeralunahealingcenter.com@bri.anahatabrianahata.com

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Graffiti Dreams: Zoltán's Bold Artistic Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-06-14-22-34-01-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Vajdahunyad vára előtt nyári nap ragyogott.En: The summer sun shone in front of Vajdahunyad vára.Hu: Az emberek nyüzsögtek a szabadtéri művészeti fesztiválon.En: People bustled at the outdoor arts festival.Hu: Színes sátrak mindenfelé, és az illatok keveredtek a frissen sült ételekből.En: Colorful tents were everywhere, and the scents of freshly cooked foods mingled in the air.Hu: Zoltán a fáknál húzódott meg, a saját gondolataiba merülve.En: Zoltán was tucked near the trees, lost in his own thoughts.Hu: Már régóta nagy nyomás nehezedett rá.En: He had been under a lot of pressure for a long time.Hu: Családja mindig azt akarta, hogy biztos, hagyományos állást válasszon.En: His family always wanted him to choose a secure, traditional job.Hu: Ő viszont festő akart lenni.En: However, he wanted to be a painter.Hu: A graffitik különösen érdekelték.En: Graffiti particularly interested him.Hu: Mindig megdobogtatták a szívét, de titkon kellett tartania a család félelme miatt.En: They always made his heart race, but he had to keep it a secret due to his family's fears.Hu: Katalin, a gyerekkori barátja, odasettenkedett mellé.En: Katalin, his childhood friend, sneaked up next to him.Hu: "Zoltán, ezt látnod kell!En: "Zoltán, you have to see this!"Hu: " - kiáltotta vidáman.En: she exclaimed cheerfully.Hu: "Eddigi legjobb alkotásod, a sarki graffiti, a kiállításon van.En: "Your best work yet, the corner graffiti, is at the exhibition.Hu: Gyere, nézzük meg!En: Come on, let's take a look!"Hu: " Zoltán tétovált.En: Zoltán hesitated.Hu: Egyszerű utcai művészet volt, de Katalin hitt benne.En: It was just simple street art, but Katalin believed in him.Hu: A délelőtt közepén Gergő járta a kiállítást.En: In the middle of the morning, Gergő was touring the exhibition.Hu: Bár galériatulajdonos volt, inkognitóban maradt mindenki előtt.En: Although he was a gallery owner, he remained incognito to everyone.Hu: Valami új, friss tehetséget keresett.En: He was looking for something new, a fresh talent.Hu: Amikor meglátta Zoltán művét, megdöbbent.En: When he saw Zoltán's work, he was astonished.Hu: "Ki festette ezt?En: "Who painted this?"Hu: " - kérdezte.En: he asked.Hu: Katalin Zoltánra pillantott.En: Katalin glanced at Zoltán.Hu: Tudta, hogy most vagy soha.En: She knew it was now or never.Hu: "Most kell döntened," súgta Zoltánnak.En: "You have to decide now," she whispered to Zoltán.Hu: Annak idején a család véleményét helyezte előtérbe, de most Katalin vagy Gergő véleménye segíthetett.En: In the past, he prioritized his family's opinions, but now Katalin or Gergő's opinion could help.Hu: Zoltán szíve hevesen vert.En: Zoltán's heart was pounding.Hu: Mégis lépett egy nagyot előre.En: Yet he took a big step forward.Hu: "Én festettem," szólt Zoltán reszkető hangon.En: "I painted it," Zoltán said with a trembling voice.Hu: Gergő elmosolyodott.En: Gergő smiled.Hu: "Csodálatos munka," mondta őszintén.En: "Wonderful work," he said sincerely.Hu: Közben Zoltán családja is megérkezett, épp akkor, hogy lássák a tömeg elismerését.En: Meanwhile, Zoltán's family also arrived, just in time to see the crowd's appreciation.Hu: Zoltán épp egy kis biztatásra és bátorságra volt szüksége.En: Zoltán just needed a little encouragement and courage.Hu: A családja is meglátta az örömöt az arcán.En: His family saw the joy on his face, too.Hu: Lassan, de biztosan kezdték megérteni, miért olyan fontos számára a festészet.En: Slowly but surely, they began to understand why painting was so important to him.Hu: Aznap este Zoltán megfogadta, hogy követi a szívét.En: That evening, Zoltán vowed to follow his heart.Hu: A Vajdahunyad várának árnyékában megváltozott valami benne.En: In the shadow of Vajdahunyad vár, something changed within him.Hu: Most már tudta, hogy az ő útja az övé volt, és azt választotta, hogy az legyen, aki lenni akar.En: He now knew that his path was his own, and he chose to be who he wanted to be.Hu: Az igazi művész.En: A true artist.Hu: A nap lenyugodott, de Zoltán szívében felgyúlt a fény.En: The sun set, but a light ignited in Zoltán's heart. Vocabulary Words:shone: ragyogottbustled: nyüzsögtekmingled: keveredtektucked: húzódottpressure: nyomássecure: biztostraditional: hagyományosparticularly: különösensneaked: odasettenkedettexclaimed: kiáltottacheerfully: vidámanhesitated: tétováltincognito: inkognitóbanastonished: megdöbbentglanced: pillantottpounding: hevesen verttrembling: reszketősincerely: őszinténencouragement: biztatáscourage: bátorságvowed: megfogadtashadow: árnyékignited: felgyúltthoughts: gondolataibabelieved: hittsimple: egyszerűopinion: véleménywonderful: csodálatosjoy: örömappreciation: elismerés

“You trust your chatbot with everything. Should you?” is the title of Theodore Christakis' comprehensive research project on the privacy of our conversations with AI. Part two of this project (“Governments, Courts and the Battle Over Your Chatbot Conversations”) was published on June 8th, and we have taken the opportunity to ask the author for a high-level overview of his findings. On top of this, we have also discussed his separate piece on the rise of AI-powered health assistants against the backdrop of the new European Health Data Space, discussed last week in our Spanish-language channel.(Our previous conversation with Mr. Christakis focused on the use of personal data in LLM training datasets.)Theodore Christakis is Professor of International, European and Digital Law at University Grenoble Alpes (France). He holds, since 2019, the Chair on the Legal and Regulatory Implications of Artificial Intelligence at the Multidisciplinary Institute on AI (AI-Regulation.com). He is Director of Research for Europe at the Cross-Border Data Forum, a member of the Board of Directors of the Future of Privacy Forum, and a former Distinguished Visiting Fellow at the New York University Cybersecurity Centre.His work focuses on the questions at the centre of today's debates on digital sovereignty: government access to data held by private companies, international data transfers, the security and operational resilience of digital infrastructure, and the regulation of artificial intelligence. He served as an expert for the OECD in the process that led to the adoption, in December 2022, of the OECD Declaration on Government Access to Personal Data Held by Private Sector Entities. He was a member of the International Data Transfers Experts Council of the United Kingdom Government, and an expert for the High-Level Expert Group on Access to Data for Effective Law Enforcement established by the European Commission and the Council of the European Union. He has also served as a member of the French National Digital Council and of the French National Committee on Digital Ethics.He has published or co-edited twelve books and is the author or co-author of more than 120 academic articles and book chapters. He has been invited to lecture and present his work at conferences, workshops and seminars on more than two hundred occasions, in over 38 countries.As an independent expert, he advises governments, international organisations and private companies on questions of international and European law, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, digital sovereignty and data protection.References:* Theodore Christakis' SSRN Author Page* Theodore Christakis on LinkedIn* You Trust Your Chatbot With Everything. Should You? Part I: How The Controller Uses Your Chat Data (March 3, 2026)* You Trust Your Chatbot With Everything. Should You? Part II: Governments, Courts and the Battle Over Your Chatbot Conversations (June 8th, 2026)* The Health AI Agent Rush: Five Companies, Your Health Data, and the Governance Questions Nobody Is Asking (March 25th, 2026)* Mikel Recuero: a deep dive into the European Health Data Space (ES, Masters of Privacy, June 2026)* Multidisciplinary Institute on AI* Université Grenoble Alpes: Centre d'études sur la sécurité internationale et les coopérations européennes. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.mastersofprivacy.com/subscribe

We sat in London last Wednesday night at a place called Bocconcino in Berkeley Square. We were celebrating our daughter's birthday. Her partner had picked the place. It's flash. It's in a beautiful building. It's Italian. The food was very good. The service, however, was rubbish. I only mention that to remind ourselves that we moan a lot in this country about service, or the lack of it. And we have every right to moan. But we are not unique. For all the anecdotal stuff you hear about the world being perfect, the vibe being electric, and the hospo scene being buzzing — it's not always true. You can be in one of the better joints in one of the great cities and still be left wanting — even more so when they automatically charge you a 60 quid service fee when there wasn't any real service. Anyway, one of the lessons of the trip was this: three of our kids were involved. One dropped off in New York for a job, and two visited because they live their lives on the other side of the world. This feeds into another of the great debates we've been having in this country — why are all the young people leaving? My conclusion? Why on earth wouldn't they? And not because NZ has nothing to offer, but because the world is massive, and opportunities abound. If you can't take them when you're young, when can you? None of our kids are offshore because they hate New Zealand. They are offshore because they are curious — and don't we want curious young people? They aren't down on us. They are exploring and chasing dreams. The idea that you can chase a dream, and it must be done here, is absurd. Sure, some have left because times have been tight, but none of ours have gone for that reason — and I suspect that's true of most young Kiwis. We are not inferior because of an inquisitive generation. When you can weekend in Copenhagen or the Greek Islands, when Hyde Park is your garden, when you can earn pounds — why on earth wouldn't you? As a parent, all you can do is be filled with joy for them. Three young people living their dreams — who could ask for more? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Episode 38 - Those Psychic Dreams - The psychic psychologist, Amanda Charles, practicing witch and transformational psychologist Maja D'Aoust and renowned bioethicist Dr Stephen G Post join to discuss their night visions.Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

The World Cup has officially arrived in North America, and Dan is all in on Team USA. The guys kick off the show discussing the United States' opening match, America's place in international soccer, and whether a deep World Cup run is realistic. Along the way, they share stories, debate fandom, and even get a soccer update from friend of the show Daniel Hooks.The conversation then shifts to the NBA Finals, where Frank is riding high after the Knicks' dramatic comeback victory. Dan and Frank break down New York's playoff run, debate whether the Knicks are actually a likable team, discuss Victor Wembanyama's growing spotlight, and examine whether San Antonio still has any chance of climbing back into the series. They also check in on the Stanley Cup Final, where the Carolina Hurricanes appear to be taking control against Vegas.Later, the guys dive into NFL talk, including Cleveland's quarterback dilemma involving Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, surprise Super Bowl contenders, and why teams like Denver and Baltimore could be dangerous this season. The show wraps up with a fun debate over the best and worst team names in professional sports, favorite sports cities to visit, and a few laughs about famous mascots, stadiums, and traditions.Special Thanks to:Fox Brothers Alarms - https://foxbrothersalarms.comFirst Baptist Church of Phillipsburg NJ - http://www.fbcpburg.org/

In this truly EPIC episode the Bo-Hosts welcome recording artist, performer, producer, inventor, Emmy award-winning composer, and music education advocate Mark Wood, who PBS has dubbed "The Eddie Van Halen of the Violin World"!Mark has appeared alongside some of the biggest names in music such as Billy Joel, Celine Dion, and Lenny Kravitz.  As a member of Billy Joel's touring band, Wood shared the stage with Paul McCartney, Steven Tyler, and Roger Daltrey, and was also an original member of the multi-platinum selling, internationally acclaimed Trans Siberian Orchestra. A successful solo artist in his own right, Wood writes and records original music for film and television, has released seven solo albums, tours with his band The Mark Wood Experience (MWE). Mark also devotes his energies to empowering America's music programs with his groundbreaking music education program Electrify Your Symphony (EYS), currently celebrating its 25th anniversary.EYS helps raise the much-needed funds for school music departments across America, and recently he and his EYS musicians performed an incredible cover of Van Halen's "Dreams", from the epic 1986 album, 5150.Sit back an enjoy this very special episode; you can't help but be inspired by Mark's passion for music and his perseverance  to always "go beyond your intended mission!”Mark and his Orchestra's cover of  Van Halen's "DREAMS":https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LB-a8koQLeIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qimdiP9JpJYFollow Mark here:https://www.markwoodmusic.com/abouthttps://www.facebook.com/MarkWoodMusic/https://www.instagram.com/markwoodexperiencehttps://www.tiktok.com/@markwoodmusic?lang=enhttps://www.youtube.com/markwoodtvMark's incredible Ted Talk:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRaD4wWa864&t=97s"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enX:https://x.com/BogusOtisShowYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheBogusOtisShowTik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thebogusotisshowConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com

The Metaphysical Hour with Julia Cannon and Tracie Mahan and Question Master Tiffanny Dreams, Orbs, Animal Souls, Remote Viewing, and the Energy Behind Manifestation Julia Cannon Opens The Metaphysical Hour In this episode of The Metaphysical Hour, hosts Julia Cannon, Tracie Mahan, and Tiffany welcome listeners back for a live question-and-answer conversation about energy, dreams, spirit communication, remote viewing, manifestation, and QHHT. Julia begins by explaining that the previous week had been unusually draining for her energetically, and Tracie connects that to the possibility of solar flares, moon energy, and larger energetic shifts. The hosts check in with the audience, ask listeners to share where they are shining their light from, and frame the show as a global grid of people strengthening their energy together. Energy Shifts, Sleep, and Forward Movement The opening conversation focuses on how the hosts are personally feeling. Tracie says she feels more optimistic, as if a stagnant or paused energy has finally begun moving again. Julia agrees that things feel better than the previous week, especially because she has been sleeping better. The hosts emphasize the importance of sleep for the body, even if the soul itself does not need it in the same way. They describe the current energy as one of gradual forward movement, after a period of waiting, limbo, and low vitality. Orbs, Colors, Shadows, and Trusting Inner Feeling The first questions involve the meaning of gray or black colors around orbs or people, and why crossed-over pets may sometimes appear as dark shadows. Tracie suggests that gray may indicate cloudy or depressed energy, while Julia says it could also reflect a partial disconnection from the body or a state of trauma, depending on the context. They both stress that the person seeing the orb or shadow should trust their own feeling. If the experience feels loving or curious, that matters; if it feels fearful, the viewer should check whether the fear is coming from the situation or from their own uncertainty about the unknown. Animal Kingdoms and Collective Souls The hosts also discuss the idea of collective souls in the animal kingdom, connecting it to Dolores Cannon's teachings about animal group souls. Julia explains that animals are part of a collective or group consciousness, but when a person brings an animal into their personal life, gives it love, attention, and a distinct personality, that relationship helps develop the animal's individuality. Tracie adds that this relationship gives the animal soul an opportunity to evolve. The conversation presents human-animal relationships as spiritually meaningful, because love and connection can help an animal soul become more individualized. Remembering Dreams and Understanding Dream Symbols Another major theme is dream recall. The hosts recommend writing dreams down as soon as possible after waking, because details disappear quickly if people wait until morning. Tracie shares that she does not always write dreams down, but certain dreams have stayed with her for years because they felt more like visions than ordinary dreams. Tiffany recalls childhood dreams about “killer rolling pulleys” wearing Converse shoes and sunglasses, which leads the hosts to discuss how strange dreams may be visits to other worlds, symbolic experiences, or reflections of other lives. They also recommend using dream books, especially Betty Bethards' The Dream Book, while reminding listeners to trust what resonates personally. Dreams, the Veil, and Shadow Beings Julia and Tracie explain that some experiences after sleep, such as seeing shadow figures or having sleep-paralysis-like visions, may happen because the soul is not fully reconnected with the body yet. In that transitional state, a person may see through the veil into another dimension and interpret what they see through fear. Julia says some people assume they are seeing dark or evil entities when they may actually be seeing guides or other beings in a form the conscious mind cannot fully process. The hosts encourage listeners to remove fear and judgment, pray or call in their team if needed, and remember that not everything unfamiliar is harmful. Fear, ETs, and Learning to Stay Centered The hosts spend time discussing fear as one of the major energies people come to Earth to experience and learn from. Tracie shares a memory of a mantis-being dream or encounter in which she kept checking her solar plexus to see whether fear was present. Because she felt no fear, she stayed with the experience. Julia says extraterrestrial beings and other-dimensional beings often work to approach humans in ways that do not immediately trigger fear, because fear interferes with communication and growth. The hosts explain that fear can sometimes be protective, but living in fear keeps people from expanding. Manifestation, Soul Contracts, and What Really Needs to Be Created A question from Instagram leads to a discussion about manifestation and soul contracts. The question asks whether manifesting can work if the soul has already planned certain lessons. Julia and Tracie explain that if a desired manifestation would interfere with a soul path, it may not happen. They use the example of someone trying to manifest a lottery win when the deeper desire may actually be freedom, travel, ease, or playfulness. They suggest focusing on the feeling or experience behind the desire rather than the specific outer object. They also caution that manifestation cannot control another person, because each soul has its own path and free will. Remote Viewing, Remote Healing, and Energy Connection The hosts then discuss remote viewing and remote healing. Tracie says remote viewing has been coming up more often and that beings such as the mantis beings have been working with people on telepathy and remote perception. Julia and Tracie explain that because everything is energy, people can practice remote viewing by connecting with a person, place, pet, or situation through the energy field. They share examples of remotely checking on animals and of a group remote-healing exercise during a trip to Egypt, where participants attempted to perceive and send healing to someone at a distance. The lesson is that energy connection does not require physical proximity. Colors, Auras, Sound, and Expanding Perception A listener asks about seeing colors while sending love and light. Julia and Tracie say this could be the person's aura, spirit energy, guides, or the energetic field responding. They explain that energy has color, sound has color, and as consciousness evolves, people may begin seeing more colors, auras, and dimensional overlays than before. Julia connects this to expanding perception, DNA activation, and humanity becoming a vibrational match for frequencies that have always existed but were not previously visible to most people. QHHT, Santa Fe Retreat, and Closing Reminders The episode closes with reminders about QHHT, where listeners can find practitioners, ask deeper questions, and become practitioners themselves. Julia directs people to QHTOfficial.com, while Tracie mentions the coupon code The Magic Is Real for the Level One course. They also promote an upcoming retreat in Santa Fe, New Mexico, scheduled for September 3–7, with the discount code 5DLOVE. The show ends with the hosts thanking the audience, encouraging listeners to continue exploring their intuition, and reminding them that energy, dreams, fear, manifestation, and spirit communication are all part of the larger process of awakening.

Static Temptations brings you another show with all music, no talk. Powers brings you Velocity of Dreams filled with Trance / EDM / Industrial music. So, get out your glow sticks and punch the ceiling. Tune in now, and let your mind drift off.

On this episode of Masculine Journey After Hours, the team continues their Foundations series by exploring a deeply personal topic: the foundational experiences that shape each man's relationship with God the Father. Through powerful movie clips from To Kill a Mockingbird, Field of Dreams, and Bruce Almighty, the hosts share heartfelt stories about earthly fathers, father wounds, healing, loss, forgiveness, and the ways God has met them in their journeys. From cherished memories of godly fathers to the pain of absence, abandonment, and misunderstanding, each story reveals how God steps into broken places to bring restoration and deeper intimacy. Join the conversation as the team discusses how God fathers us through perspective, adventure, healing, grace, and unconditional love. Whether your relationship with your earthly father was strong, strained, or somewhere in between, this episode offers encouragement that your Heavenly Father desires to meet you exactly where you are and walk with you through every season of life. There's no advertising or commercials, just men of God, talking and getting to the truth of the matter. The conversation and Journey continues. Be sure to check out our other podcasts, Masculine Journey and Masculine Journey Joyride for more great content!    

Episode Summary This sponsored best-of from 2016 is a beautiful disaster built around Tim's poop-fueled nightmare game show, a revolting BBC smegma sissy story, Frankie McDonald's suspicious earthquake wizardry, a pastor blaming porn for a miscarriage, and a Florida gay ramen-noodle domestic battery. Vintage DV, in other words. Episode Highlights Dream Logic and Shard-Based Entertainment […] The post The Shart Game Show of My Dreams first appeared on Distorted View Daily.

On Episode 303 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with East Tennessee native Thomas Edwards. From playing SEC football at the University of Tennessee to working at Tractor Supply and eventually landing a record deal with Warner Music Nashville, Thomas shares the unlikely journey that brought him to Music City. The conversation dives into his upcoming EP High Times, recorded at the legendary FAME Recording Studios, the inspiration behind the project, and why he wanted to capture real, human-made music with some of Nashville's best players. Thomas also reflects on songwriting, working with artists like Ne-Yo and Quavo, his love for East Tennessee culture, and the lessons he's carried from football into the music business. Packed with stories, laughs, and plenty of Tennessee pride, this episode is a look at one of Nashville's most unique rising artists. Follow on Social Media: Thomas Edwards: @bigtpedwards Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidethround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Outside The Round(00:01:08) - Luke Bryan on Working With The Roots in Muscle Shoals(00:04:36) - How I Went From Big Guy to Tennessee Football(00:08:36) - Josh Dobbs on His First Year at UT(00:11:50) - The Music of Virginia Tech vs. Football(00:15:59) - Guitarist on Quit His Job(00:20:21) - Seung Ho On Working With Neo(00:23:57) - How My Pet Got Cast In Hollywood(00:25:01) - Jay-Z on Working With Quavo(00:28:05) - Country Singer on The Country Ness(00:31:07) - Maroon 5 on His Record Deal(00:32:12) - Crazy Story About Dollywood's Wild Eagle(00:35:38) - Dollywood Is For Real(00:36:04) - The Eight Song Guy(00:39:35) - Tommy Lee on the Grand Ole Opry(00:40:54) - Thomas Edwards: High Times(00:44:25) - milo on Lynyrd Skynyrd(00:46:31) - Dalton Davis At Ray's Rival(00:49:18) - Tennessean on the City of Nashville(00:52:09) - Thomas Edwards on Nashville's Music Scene(00:57:14) - Rush HONESTLY SHOUT OUT Cappy & Makeway(01:00:14) - Bill Maher on Songwriters and Their(01:03:27) - Nick Knowles on Being an Artist and a motivational speaker(01:08:16) - Pete Wentworth on Kids Using Technology(01:11:48) - The Unpredictable Future of Music(01:13:54) - Troy Cartwright on His New Album(01:17:02) - EXCLUSIVE: Darius Rucker Open Up For Kid Rock(01:20:46) - milo on Woodstock and Bonnaroo(01:23:50) - Luke Bryan: I Did That For Georgia on '(01:27:12) - The Best Ability Is To Show Up(01:28:54) - Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello on the sideline(01:32:07) - Aaron Rayer on Being a New York Fan(01:35:18) - Stay True To Yourself(01:36:41) - Thomas Edwards: No Bubble, No Problems On The Podcast

On this week's Let It Rip Friday, we're discussing the importance of keeping your dreams from being derailed.

In this Midsummer daydream episode of Back on the Broomstick, Laylla and Chelle step through the veil of sleep and into the strange, symbolic, half-lit world of dream magick. Dreams have been treated as omens, messages, healing tools, and sacred journeys for thousands of years, from ancient dream temples to shamanic trance work, dream walking, and the modern practice of listening to the subconscious. But what does that mean for witches today?The witches talk about dreams as one of the most natural forms of trance work, a liminal space where the conscious mind softens, intuition rises, and your magical brain starts speaking in symbols, emotions, ancestors, archetypes, nightmares, and the occasional absolutely unhinged sleep-brain nonsense. They explore dream interpretation, personal symbolism, lucid dreaming, dream recall, dream incubation, and how to work with nightmares as shadow work instead of treating them as failures or bad omens.You'll also get practical tips for remembering your dreams, protecting your dream space, setting intentions before sleep, using herbs, teas, crystals, and simple spells to support dream work, and learning how to bring wisdom back from the dream realm into waking life. So grab your dream journal, fluff your pillow, and get ready to wander the night-side of magic.Got a question? Send the witches a message here!Check out http://thewitchesmoon.com/ for your witchy altar supplies, jewelry, monthly subscription boxes and so much more! Use code BOTB10 at checkout for 10% off of Moon Market items excluding subscription boxesSupport the showWant to send us a letter? Witchy things to review?Our mailing address is:Back on the BroomstickPO Box 21Tioga, PA 16946Email: backonthebroomstick@gmail.comYoutube FacebookInstagramBack on the Broomstick Website

Frank and Jay reconvene a week after the Spring Fling to debrief the prime rib, the perfectly timed thunderstorm, and the InBody machine that exposed Frank's visceral fat number. Jay walks through why subcutaneous fat is largely cosmetic, why visceral fat is the real metabolic concern, and why intermittent fasting plus protein pacing beats simple caloric restriction. Then the brain section gets weird. Listener emails arrive about Foreign Accent Syndrome: a 70 year old American who started speaking with a Norwegian accent before dying of a brain tumor, a Massachusetts stroke patient who woke up sounding like she was from Oslo. Frank pulls up Cotard's, the walking corpse syndrome where the sufferer is unshakably convinced they are dead and putrefying, and Capgras, where loved ones become identical imposters. A coma survivor writes in about six weeks of demons in his peripheral vision after a ten day medically induced blackout. The second hour pivots to the America 250 concert collapse. Brett Michaels, Martina McBride, Milli Vanilli, and the Commodores pulled out, so Frank and Jay reopen the lines and book a better lineup live on air, decade by decade, with the help of callers.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Rising Above: Conquering Fears and Uniting Dreams Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-06-12-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het was een snikhete zomerdag in de stad, en Sanne stond in de lobby van de hoge wolkenkrabber.En: It was a scorching hot summer day in the city, and Sanne stood in the lobby of the tall skyscraper.Nl: De zon glinsterde op de glazen muren van het gebouw, een architectonisch wonder dat zij mede had ontworpen.En: The sun glistened on the glass walls of the building, an architectural marvel that she had helped design.Nl: Sanne was trots, maar de gedachte aan de elevator maakte haar zenuwachtig.En: Sanne was proud, but the thought of the elevator made her nervous.Nl: Bram veegde het zweet van zijn voorhoofd terwijl hij in de technische ruimte werkte.En: Bram wiped the sweat from his forehead while working in the technical room.Nl: Zijn droom was om verder te komen in zijn carrière, maar vandaag was het zijn taak om de lift van de wolkenkrabber te controleren.En: His dream was to advance in his career, but today his task was to check the skyscraper's elevator.Nl: Toen hij Sanne de lobby zag binnenkomen, voelde hij een kans om zijn vaardigheden te laten zien.En: When he saw Sanne enter the lobby, he felt a chance to showcase his skills.Nl: Sanne stapte in de lift, haar ogen gericht op de knoppen, en drukte op het knopje voor de topverdieping.En: Sanne stepped into the elevator, her eyes focused on the buttons, and pressed the button for the top floor.Nl: Bram kwam snel binnen voordat de deuren gesloten werden.En: Bram quickly entered before the doors closed.Nl: "Mooie dag, hè?"En: "Nice day, isn't it?"Nl: zei hij opgewekt, in een poging het gesprek te beginnen.En: he said cheerfully, attempting to start a conversation.Nl: Plotseling maakte de lift een schokkende beweging en stopte.En: Suddenly, the elevator made a jarring movement and stopped.Nl: Sanne greep de reling vast, haar hartslag versnelde.En: Sanne grabbed the railing, her heartbeat quickened.Nl: De temperatuur begon te stijgen.En: The temperature began to rise.Nl: De spiegels van de lift reflecteerden haar bezorgdheid, en de lucht werd zwaarder met iedere seconde.En: The mirrors in the elevator reflected her concern, and the air grew heavier with every second.Nl: Bram zette zijn bekwaamheid aan het werk.En: Bram put his skills to work.Nl: "Geen zorgen, ik kijk ernaar," zei hij met zelfvertrouwen.En: "Don't worry, I'll take a look," he said confidently.Nl: Hij opende het paneel van de lift en begon verschillende draden te controleren.En: He opened the elevator panel and began checking various wires.Nl: Sanne stond gespannen aan de kant en bekeek zijn geconcentreerde gezicht.En: Sanne stood tensely to the side, watching his focused face.Nl: Met haar stem wat trillend zei Sanne: "Ik heb eigenlijk hoogtevrees en... liften maken me nerveus."En: With her voice slightly trembling, Sanne said, "I actually have a fear of heights and... elevators make me nervous."Nl: Bram stopte even en keek haar vriendelijk aan.En: Bram paused for a moment and looked at her kindly.Nl: "Je bent niet alleen.En: "You're not alone.Nl: Ik ben hier om te helpen, en samen kunnen we dit fiksen," stelde hij haar gerust.En: I'm here to help, and together we can fix this," he reassured her.Nl: Met hernieuwd vertrouwen en vastberadenheid werkte Bram verder.En: With renewed confidence and determination, Bram continued working.Nl: Na een paar minuten hoorde ze een tevreden "Aha!"En: After a few minutes, she heard a satisfied "Aha!"Nl: van hem.En: from him.Nl: Plotseling begon de lift zachtjes te bewegen, langzaam stijgend naar boven.En: Suddenly, the elevator gently began to move, slowly ascending upwards.Nl: De deuren van de topverdieping gingen eindelijk open en Sanne glimlachte, een beetje opgelucht.En: The doors to the top floor finally opened, and Sanne smiled, a bit relieved.Nl: "Dank je, Bram," zei ze oprecht.En: "Thank you, Bram," she said sincerely.Nl: "Ik kom een keer op je koffiepauze langs."En: "I'll stop by during your coffee break sometime."Nl: Sanne haalde diep adem en ging naar haar vergadering.En: Sanne took a deep breath and went to her meeting.Nl: Ondanks dat ze wat laat was, voelde ze zich sterker en had ze een nieuw respect voor Bram, die op een bescheiden manier zijn talenten had laten zien.En: Although she was a bit late, she felt stronger and had a newfound respect for Bram, who had humbly showcased his talents.Nl: Bram daarentegen voelde dat het tijd was om zijn dromen na te jagen.En: Bram, in turn, felt it was time to pursue his dreams.Nl: Samen hadden ze meer geleerd dan alleen hoe een lift werkt.En: Together, they had learned more than just how an elevator works. Vocabulary Words:scorching: snikheteglistened: glinsterdearchitectural: architectonischmarvel: wondertechnical: technischeadvance: verder te komennervous: zenuwachtigconcern: bezorgdheidshowcase: laten zienjarring: schokkenderailing: relingtrembling: trillendfear: hoogtevreesreassured: reassureddetermination: vastberadenheidascending: stijgendhumble: bescheidensatisfied: tevredenpause: stoptegently: zachtjesrelieved: opgeluchtsincerely: oprechtbreathe: adempursue: najagencareer: carrièreheartbeat: hartslagmirrors: spiegelsconcern: bezorgdheidfocused: geconcentreerdeconfidence: zelfvertrouwen

Introduction Dr. Arreaza: Hello, everyone, today we continue with our series about sleep. I invite you to listen to Moira Wilson on Episodes 220 and 221 about the approach of insomnia and CBT-I in adults. Today we will discuss not only what to do, but also why it works. We frequently hear advice like ‘get more sleep,' but we need to dig deeper into the physiology behind it. So, Dr. Kim and Dr. Carlisle are here to briefly explain the physiology of sleep and what we can do to support better sleep. But before we start, let's welcome Dr. Carlisle, who recently matched to our program. He will start his residency soon, and Dr. Kim, who will soon become a PGY2, welcome doctors.  Dr. Carlisle: [Introduce yourself].  Dr. Kim: [Introduce yourself].  Dr. Arreaza: Let's start simple. Why does sleep matter clinically? Why Sleep Matters Dr. Kim: Sleep is one of the most important biological processes we have. It's not passive; it's highly active and tightly regulated. It affects cognition, metabolism, immune function, cardiovascular health, and hormonal balance. When sleep is disrupted, you see downstream effects in almost every organ system. Dr. Carlisle: Yeah, and one thing I always emphasize is that sleep deprivation isn't just about feeling tired. It actually puts you in a physiologic state that's very similar to being intoxicated. There are studies showing that being awake for about 24 hours can impair cognitive performance to a level comparable to being above the legal driving limit for alcohol. Dr. Arreaza: That's actually kind of scary when you think about it.  Dr. Carlisle: It really is. Another way to think about it is sleep deprivation doesn't just make you slower; it actually changes how you make decisions. People become more impulsive and less risky. And in medicine, we see that translates into increased medical errors, decreased attention, and poor decision-making. So, from a clinical standpoint, sleep isn't optional; it's foundational. Dr. Kim: Delay caffeine (but not too late), avoid alcohol, and focus on behavioral strategies (put away your phone 1 hour before bedtime).  Dr. Carlisle: And sleep is the foundation of performance. If sleep is off, everything else is compensating. Dr. Kim: And even beyond cognition, even one night of poor sleep can impair immune function and shift hormones that regulate hunger, which is why people tend to crave more food when they're sleep deprived. Dr. Arreaza: I think it's wise to dispel the myth of the “Russian Sleep Experiment”, have you heard about it? Dr. Carlile-Dr Kim: [reaction] Dr. Arreaza: The “Russian Sleep Experiment” is an internet horror story claiming Soviet scientists kept prisoners awake for several weeks using a gas. They developed extreme paranoia, violence, and self-mutilation. Then, the experiment got out of control, the subjects became unrecognizable, they refused to sleep, continued to deteriorate, and went insane. Even though the story went viral in 2010, it is fictional (reaction), with no real evidence that it really happened. So, it is just a made-up horror story. But there are some real studies about sleep deprivation in humans.  Dr Kim: Yes, the most famous case was Randy Gardner (1964) who stayed awake for 11 days. He developed hallucinations, memory problems, and mood changes. He recovered after sleep (no permanent “madness”). Dr. Carlisle: Sure, but as I mentioned before, even one night without sleep significantly reduces performance and accuracy. Dr. Kim: Another myth we fall into is “catching up on sleep”. It is a myth! Sleep Architecture Dr. Arreaza: Sleeping is a state when you reset your brain and your energy, but what actually happens during sleep? Dr. Carlisle: Sleep cycles between non-REM and REM stages. Non-REM sleep, especially deep, slow-wave sleep, is where physical restoration happens. That's when you get growth hormone release, tissue repair, and metabolic recovery. Dr. Kim: And one of the most fascinating things is what happens in the brain during that deep sleep. The space between brain cells actually expands, which allows cerebrospinal fluid to circulate and clear out metabolic waste. Dr. Carlisle: That's the glymphatic system. And what's interesting is that this clearance is most active during deep sleep (Stage 3, Delta waves). It clears neurotoxins like beta amyloid, which is one reason chronic sleep deprivation is linked to neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease.  Dr. Arreaza: So, your brain is basically cleaning itself while you sleep. The “glymphatic system” is relatively new. It was described in 2010, and it clears substances like beta-amyloid, which is linked to Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Carlisle: Exactly. Then REM sleep is more focused on brain function. That's where memory consolidation, emotional processing, and learning really happen. Dr. Kim: And REM sleep tends to occur more in the second half of the night. So, when people cut their sleep short, they lose a lot of that REM sleep, which affects mood, focus, and overall cognitive function. What Drives Sleep Dr. Arreaza: So, what actually makes us feel sleepy? Dr. Kim: There are two main processes. The first is the homeostatic drive, where adenosine builds up in the brain the longer you're awake, creating sleep pressure.  Dr. Carlisle: And the second is your circadian rhythm, which is controlled by your brain's internal clock and influenced mainly by light exposure. Dr. Arreaza: So, in summary, one process depends on how long you've been awake, and the other process depends on your body's own timing.  Dr. Carlisle: Exactly. I think of it as pressure and timing. Adenosine builds pressure, and your circadian rhythm determines when that pressure gets released. Dr. Kim: And when those two systems are aligned, sleep happens naturally. When they're out of sync, that's when people start having issues.  Morning Routine Dr. Arreaza: Let's talk about practical tips. The morning seems to be a key element in our sleep. What can we do in the mornings to help us sleep at night? Dr. Carlisle: Morning sunlight, without a doubt. Getting light exposure within the first 30 to 60 minutes of waking helps anchor your circadian rhythm. Dr. Kim: And outdoor light is much stronger than indoor light, even on cloudy days. Dr. Carlisle: The mechanism is that light activates specialized retinal cells that signal your brain's clock. That sets the timing for cortisol release in the morning and melatonin release later at night. Dr. Kim: And it also increases dopamine early in the day, which helps with mood, motivation, and focus. Dr. Carlisle: So, you're not just waking up; you're setting up your entire day's physiology. Caffeine and Hydration Dr. Arreaza: Light exposure; I like the idea. That's why phototherapy works for any kind of depression, not only seasonal depression. What other suggestions can you give us about our morning routine?  Dr. Carlisle: Hydration first thing in the morning helps restore plasma volume and improve alertness since we're mildly dehydrated overnight. Dr. Kim: It is also a good idea to add electrolytes to the water. And caffeine timing is huge. If you drink it right when you wake up, you're interfering with your natural adenosine cycle. Dr. Carlisle: Exactly. Caffeine blocks adenosine receptors, but it doesn't remove adenosine. So later in the day, when caffeine wears off, all that built-up adenosine hits at once, and that's what causes the crash. And that's why some people feel wired but still tired because the underlying sleep pressure is still there, just being masked by the caffeine.  Dr. Arreaza: So, what should people do instead? (I say people because I personally don't drink coffee, and occasionally I drink caffeine) Dr. Kim: People should wait about 60 to 90 minutes before having caffeine.   Even without trying, every night you go to bed a little wiser. Thanks for listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast. We want to hear from you, send us an email at RioBravoqWeek@clinicasierravista.org, or visit our website riobravofmrp.org/qweek. See you next week!  _____________________ References: 1. Williamson AM, Feyer AM. Moderate sleep deprivation produces impairments in cognitive and motor performance equivalent to legally prescribed levels of alcohol intoxication. Occup Environ Med 2000;57(10):649-655. 2. Xie L, Kang H, Xu Q, et al. Sleep drives metabolite clearance from the adult brain. Science. 2013;342(6156):373-377. 3. Walker MP. Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams. Scribner; 2017. 4. McMorris T, Harris RC, Swain J, et al. Effect of creatine supplementation and sleep deprivation on cognitive performance. J Sports Sci. 2006;24(3):305-313. 5. Turner CE, Byblow WD, Gant N. Creatine supplementation enhances corticomotor excitability and cognitive performance during sleep deprivation. J Sleep Res. 2015;24(3):307-315. 6. Gordji-Nejad A, Matusch A, et al. Creatine supplementation and brain energy metabolism during sleep deprivation. Sci Rep. 2024;14:54249. 7.  Wienecke E, Nolden C, et al. Magnesium and sleep quality: systematic review. *Med Res Arch.2021. 8. Theme song, Works All The Time by Dominik Schwarzer, YouTube ID: CUBDNERZU8HXUHBS, purchased from https://www.premiumbeat.com/. Even without trying, every night you go to bed a little wiser. Thanks for listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast. 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Welcome to One Bright Book! Join our hosts Rebecca, Frances, and Dorian as they discuss OPEN SECRETS by Alice Munro and chat about their current reading. It is necessary to mention that this conversation contains content about sexual abuse, and some people may find it difficult to listen to. For our next episode, we will discuss ASIDE FROM MY HEART, ALL IS WELL by Héctor Abad, translated from the Spanish by Anne McLean. We would love to have you read along with us, and join us for our conversation coming to you in July. Want to support the show? Visit us at Bookshop.org or click on the links below and buy some books! Buy our book! Support the show by buying a copy of Sarah Orne Jewett's A Marsh Island, with an afterword by us. Books mentioned: Open Secrets by Alice Munro Dance of the Happy Shades by Alice Munro The Republic of Memory by Mahmud El Sayed Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin Another Country by James Baldwin Who Do You Think They Are? By Alice Munro Baldwin: A Love Story by Nicholas Boggs East of Dreams by Nastassja Martin Foam by Kate Zambreno In the Eye of the Wild by Nastassja Martin Housekeeping by Marilynne Robinson Love and Death in the American Novel by Leslie A. Fiedler Make Believe by Mac Barnett Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke Aside From My Heart, All Is Well by Héctor Abad, translated from the Spanish by Anne McLean You might also be interested in: "What Alice Munro Knew" https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/08/magazine/alice-munro-andrea-skinner-abuse.html "what I'm doing about alice munro" https://blgtylr.substack.com/p/what-im-doing-about-alice-munro Further resources and links are available on our website at onebrightbook.com. Browse our bookshelves at Bookshop.org. Comments? Write us at onebrightmail at gmail Find us on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/onebrightbook.bsky.social Frances: https://bsky.app/profile/nonsuchbook.bsky.social Dorian: https://bsky.app/profile/ds228.bsky.social Rebecca: https://bsky.app/profile/ofbooksandbikes.bsky.social Dorian's blog: https://eigermonchjungfrau.blog/ Rebecca's newsletter: https://readingindie.substack.com/ Our theme music was composed and performed by Owen Maitzen. You can find more of his music here: https://soundcloud.com/omaitzen.

If you've ever stared out into your backyard and thought, "You know what this place needs? A lazy river, a Japanese meditation garden, a Batcave, and a giant statue of Reba McEntire with questionable design choices," congratulations—you think exactly like The Rizzuto Show.On today's daily comedy show, the gang goes all-in on designing their ultimate fantasy backyards. Moon dreams of peaceful creeks, multiple fire pits, pools maintained by somebody else, and enough room for dogs to roam free. Lern builds a bluff-top paradise complete with waterfalls, outdoor movie screens, retro hot tubs, and a luxury catio because apparently the cats deserve vacation property too. Rafe creates a property that somehow combines Jurassic Park, Feudal Japan, Batman, and a corn maze. Scott turns his backyard into a beach resort, transportation museum, BMX park, and cow sanctuary. And Rizz? Let's just say his backyard includes holographic dragons, robotic guard dogs, stealth drones, concert-grade sound systems, and enough security measures to make a Bond villain blush.As if that wasn't ridiculous enough, the conversation takes a sharp turn into nightmare fuel when invasive hammerhead worms are reportedly spotted in South County. These creepy little monsters can regenerate if chopped up, secrete toxins, and apparently look like something that escaped from an alien science experiment. Naturally, the gang responds with the appropriate level of panic, sarcasm, and confusion.Then there's the mysterious gas pump screw scam. Is it real? Is it fake? Did the internet invent another thing for us to worry about? The crew investigates, debates, and slowly realizes that maybe not every viral warning deserves immediate panic. Still, check your gas pump...or don't. We're not lawyers.The show also dives into one of the wildest local stories you'll hear this year: a superintendent hired by a Missouri school district who never worked a single day but still walked away with roughly a quarter-million dollars. It's the kind of story that makes every employed person immediately reconsider their career choices.Plus: secret bunker stories, hidden rooms behind bookshelves, locker memories, school bathroom mirror controversies, trampoline debates, old-school pranks, and a glimpse into the absurdly expensive world of Silicon Valley luxury escorts because apparently that's where the conversation ended up.It's another completely normal day on The Rizzuto Show. Which means absolutely none of it is normal.If you're looking for a daily comedy show packed with hilarious conversations, weird news, local stories, and the kind of chaos that only happens when six friends are handed microphones, you're in the right place.Thanks for making The Rizzuto Show part of your daily comedy show routine.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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