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Kilian Korth - professional ultrarunner who made history by winning the Triple Crown of 200s, a series of three grueling 200-mile races: Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, and Moab 240. Kilian swept all three outright and set a new cumulative time record of approximately 156 hours, surpassing the previous mark set in 2019. Join us for a conversation about what it takes to win a triple crown in 200 mile ultramarathons, how Kilian went from a full time job to full time athlete, and how his childhood and schooling made him who he is today. Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes  Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/  Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com  Follow Killian: https://www.instagram.com/runtoughmindset/  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Forged in Failure (Upcoming Documentary) & Kilian's First 200 Mile Races 00:09:47 – Mental Struggles While Faces Failures 00:15:17 – A Race for First: Racing Against Other Runners 00:19:43 – Forged in Failure Trailer 00:23:01 – Blisters from Ultra Races & Mental Games of Pacing Races 00:34:01 – What Kilian Changed: Efficiency in Being More Fit, Overtraining, & Fuel 00:45:54 – Advantages of Going Professional & Being Rewarded for Talent 00:51:25 – Aid Stations, Dirt Naps, & Babies 00:55:30 – Kilian's Childhood & Growing up on a Military Base 01:03:12 – Kilian's First Marathons & Facing the Elements with Humility 01:07:43 – Facing Near-Death in Alaska 01:17:33 – A Love for Philosophy: Going to School to be a Politician 01:22:17 – Physicalist, Stoicism, and a Path to Enlightenment 01:28:42 – Who Inspires Kilian in Ultra Running 01:32:14 – Grand Ideas, Goals in Running, & Support from Kilian's Sponsors and Wife 01:41:09 – Getting Past Self Doubts 01:43:32 – Using Experience and Failures to Train Better Runners 01:52:05 – Warrior in a Garden Mindset: Strength & Endurance 01:56:46 – Being Honest with Your Goals 02:04:23 – The Road to Nowhere is Long 02:06:42 – QA: F**k, Marry, Kill: Moab, Tahoe, Bigfoot 02:10:49 – QA: Is a 50K an Ultramarathon? 02:16:51 – QA: Who Kilian Would Swap Minds with for a Race? 02:20:08 – Final Thoughts Thank you to our sponsors: Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ Use code CAM for 10% off  Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% your first order Sig Sauer: https://www.sigsauer.com/ use code CAM10 for 10% off optics Hoyt: http://bit.ly/3Zdamyv use code CAM for 10% off MTN OPS Supplements: https://mtnops.com/ Use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off and Free Shipping Grizzly Coolers: https://www.grizzlycoolers.com/ use code KEEPHAMMERING for 20% off

What's worth your time, your attention and your money this year according to Mamamia Out Loud? Well... Sinners. Blusher. Chalamet. Bed Hair. Eyeliner, and a 40-year-old book. These are just some of the recommendations Amelia Lester, Emily Vernem, Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright are pulling out from the very long list of reccos they made in 2025 for the first half of their comprehensive list. Feel free to give feedback. It's a gift, you know. Support independent women's media Movie Recommendations Holly recommends A Real Pain and Sinners Jessie recommends Titan: The Oceangate Submersible Disaster Amelia recommends A Complete Unknown and Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere Em recommends Sinners too and Superman Book Recommendations Holly recommends One Hundred Years of Betty by Debra Oswald Jessie recommends The Elements by John Boyne Amelia recommends Show Don't Tell by Curtis Sittenfeld Em recommends How to End a Love Story by Yulin Kuang Beauty Recommendations Holly recommends Ellis Faas Skin Veil Foundation Jessie recommends Kevin Murphy Bedroom Hair and the Baies Room Spray Amelia recommends the Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Matte Liquid eyeliner Em recommends the Sephora Collection New Cream Lip Stain in Naughty Burgundy Best Hacks Holly recommends Virginia Trioli’s green beans and RecipeTin Eats mango pancakes Jessie recommends using Depop or Facebook Marketplace. Amelia recommends getting the newspaper delivered. Em recommends a cleanser hack where she sits in front of the TV massging her oil cleanser in for 20 minutes. What To Listen To Next: Don't miss an episode of Mamamia Out Loud Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloudBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you made it to a rorate Mass?Morning Offering, December 20, 2025Every morning, join Father Brad as he begins the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Brad guides you in prayer, shares a brief reflection grounding your day in the Church's rhythm of feast days and liturgy, and provides you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Disclaimer: The ads shown before, during, or after this video have no affiliation with Morning Offering and are controlled by YouTubeLet us do as the saints urge and begin our days in prayer together so as a community of believers we may join the Psalmist in saying, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” (Psalm 5:3-4)________________

In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt Risinger marks a major milestone by reflecting on 200 episodes and nearly 30 years in the building industry. Looking back on early mistakes, hard lessons, and recent jobsite observations, Matt explains why basic construction details—especially water management and proper window installation—continue to be some of the most common and costly failures in residential building. He discusses the responsibility builders have to continually educate themselves and their teams, revisit fundamentals, and invest in long-term skill development. As part of this reflection, Matt recommends a book that has deeply influenced his approach to building and leadership: The Elements of Building: A Business Handbook for Residential Builders and Tradesmen by Mark Q. Kerson, a practical, experience-driven guide to both construction and business. This candid, one-on-one episode looks back at how far the show has come while challenging builders to keep learning, improve their processes, and raise the standard of the industry.Huge thanks to our episode sponsors, Diamond Kote and Pella. Learn more at: https://diamondkotesiding.com/  https://www.instagram.com/diamond_kote/https://www.pella.com/Visit Matt's Amazon reading list for further learning resources: Build Show Amazon List  Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network. https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetworkhttps://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

The Astrology Masterclass Series with Lori StevensLuxuriesforthesoul.comAccess the Astrology Portal:https://luxuriesforthesoul.com/astrologyIn this conversation, Alexis and Lori explore how the 12 zodiac signs influence relationships, personal growth, and self-awareness. They also discuss the significance of elements, quadrants, and the interplay between ego and spirit for an in-depth astrology lesson. Submit your astrology questions here: contact@luxuriesforyoursoul.comTakeawaysUnderstanding the rising and moon signs is crucial for deeper insights.Each zodiac sign has unique characteristics and energies.The elements (fire, earth, air, water) play a significant role in astrology.Ego and spirit interact differently across the zodiac signs.The 12th house represents the culmination of experiences and lessons.Jupiter in Taurus signifies growth and opportunity.It's essential to explore passions without monetizing them.Understanding one's relationship with money can lead to abundance.Cancer influences emotional security and nurturing relationships.The 11th house represents social connections and community.The 12th house deals with the unseen and introspective aspects of life.Chapters00:30 Understanding Astrology: Beyond Sun Signs05:47 The Quadrants of Astrology08:26 Cardinal, Fixed, and Mutable: Energy Modes14:11 The Role of Ego and Spirit in Astrology16:42 The Awakening: Final Quadrant Insights40:35 Exploring Personal Resources and Communication43:12 Understanding Emotional Foundations and Care44:31 The Balance of Relationships and Partnerships47:47 Exploration and Higher Learning49:33 The Complexity of the 12th House50:15 Past Lives and Soul Contracts53:34 Taurus in Different Houses56:30 Jupiter in Taurus: Opportunities and Growth01:17:55 Exploring the 11th and 12th Houses01:22:51 The Duality of Cancer in Astrology01:29:35 Choosing Our Astrological Path01:33:45 Nurturing Relationships and Personal GrowthBook an Astrology Reading with Lori Stevenscontact@luxuriesforyoursoul.comVisit the website: www.luxuriesforthesoul.com

In today's Daily Fix:Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma has commented on the collaboration between Koei Tecmo and Nintendo on the Hyrule Warriors games. Aonuma said that while he hoped the next main series Zelda game would be the Switch 2's first, some elements from Age of Imprisonment did inspire parts of his upcoming game. In Xbox news, the actor who portrayed Joanna Dark in the cancelled Perfect Dark reboot said she did 'entire chapters' of mocap for the game. She confirmed there was a plan to salvage a 'slimmed' down version, but ultimate the project was cancelled. And finally, the upcoming Honda Afeela car will be able to remotely play PlayStation 5 consoles, provided you have a PS5 turned on at home, similar to how the PlayStation Portal's remote play works.. The upcoming EV, produced in collaboration with Sony, is up for pre-order now for the low price of $89,900.

Send us a textJoin us for the fourth episode in our series on the elements of water, fire, earth, air and spirit.In this episode we explore the element of earth and what we can learn from this element about ourselves, our society and our world.  We look at the unique qualities of earth and how they can help us to build a positive relationship with the earth within our own nature when we understand ourselves as part of the bigger transformational processes of our planet.This  episode also includes a series of journaling prompts to help make this content more personally relevant to you!We hope you enjoy this episode! If so then please consider leaving us a review or maybe share it with someone you think would benefit.Find the Pagan Creative Podcast online at:Pagan Creative Facebook GroupPagan Creative Facebook PagePagan Creative InstagramYou can also support the podcast at Buy Me A Coffee!This podcast is brought to you by Rowansong, a small UK creative business that specialises in handcrafted pagan, spiritual and nature themed arts and crafts:Rowan Song Etsy StoreRowan Song Facebook PageThis podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical or counselling advice. If you suffer from a physical or mental illness, please always seek professional help. 

  THE SHOW NOTES   Animal Farm Intro Moravian Vespers Religious Moron(s) of the Week      - Ray Comfort & Kirk Cameron 2025 Month-by-Month Re-Cap Tell Me Something Good      - Flowers in Chicago Christmas Sweaters Thurs., Dec. 18th Show Close .........................   MENTIONED IN THE SHOW   Animal Farm — Trailer #1 .........................   UPCOMING SCHEDULE   Touchstone Theater Christmas City Follies XXVI RUNS DECEMBER 4-21, 2025 Thursdays - Saturdays @ 8 pm,  Sundays @ 2 pmWith additional shows on Saturday, December 13 & 20 @ 2 pm,  and Wednesday, December 17 @ 8 pm Alex Radus & George Hrab present: The Christmas Sweaters Holiday Extravaganza* (*now with 12% more ‘vaganza!) Thursday, December 18th at 7:30 pm The Icehouse Geo & SGU: Extravaganza & Private Show Seattle, Washington Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 TICKETS George Hrab solo acoustic Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026 / 8 pm-10 pm The Red Stag, Bethlehem, PA George Hrab's Occasional Songs for the Periodic Table 118 Elements • 118 Songs • 90 Minutes Saturday, March 7th, 2026 The Icehouse Bethlehem, PA Geo & SGU: Extravaganza & Private Show Madison, Wisconsin Saturday, May 16, 2026 TICKETS CSICON Center for Inquiry 50th Anniversary Conference Geo & SGU: Extravaganza & Live PodcastAwards Dinner & Variety Show Buffalo, New York June 11-14th 2026 csiconference.org  Geo & SGU: Not-A-Con Sydney / NZ Skeptics Conference July 2026 Australian & New Zealand Episode 1000 of The Geologic Podcast Saturday, January 9, 2027 The Icehouse Bethlehem, PA .........................   SUBSCRIPTION INTERFACE   You can now find our subscription page at GeorgeHrab.com at this link. Many thanks to the sage Evo Terra for his assistance. .........................   Get George's Music Here  https://georgehrab.hearnow.com https://georgehrab.bandcamp.com ................................... SUBSCRIBE! You can sign up at GeorgeHrab.com and become a Geologist or a Geographer. As always, thank you so much for your support! You make the ship go. ................................... Sign up for the mailing list: Write to Geo! Check out Geo's wiki page, thanks to Tim Farley. Have a comment on the show, a Religious Moron tip, or a question for Ask George? Drop George a line and write to Geo's Mom, too!

As we move fully into early winter, many of us begin to notice changes in our skin, tightness, dryness, rough patches, or increased sensitivity. In Ayurveda, these seasonal shifts are meaningful clues about what's happening internally. Winter, especially early winter, increases Vata dosha with its cold, dry, and mobile qualities, which can intensify skin imbalance if we don't adjust our routines and nourishment. In this episode, we dive into Ayurveda's full guide to winter skin care. You'll learn what happens to the skin during early winter, how to identify signs of imbalance for your dosha type (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), and the internal and external practices that keep your skin hydrated, radiant, and resilient all season long. This episode includes: Seasonal skin insights: How early winter's Vata qualities affect moisture, circulation, and sensitivity Signs of winter imbalance for each dosha Why rasa dhatu matters for skin health Internal and external rituals to support dryness, irritation, or congestion The emotional connection: How mood imbalances show up on the skin Holistic winter self-care that brings radiance from within Whether your skin becomes dry and flaky, red and irritated, or dull and congested during the colder months, this episode offers practical, grounding tools to support your unique doshic needs. Episode Mentions Ep. 92: Ayurvedic Nutrition of the Dhatus Ep. 392: Ayurvedic Skin Care for Spring Ep. 400: Ayurvedic Summer Skin Care Ep. 413: Ayurvedic Habits for Holistic Health: Small Rituals, Big Results Links & Resources Group Digestive Reset Cleanse – Join the next Group Cleanse starting January 23rd, 2026 https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/group-cleanse Private DIgestive Reset Cleanse - choose dates that work for your schedule. Learn more at https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/digestive-reset-cleanse The New Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community is Live! Over the years, this podcast has blossomed into a global community, a gathering of seekers, healers, and lifelong learners. And now, I'm delighted to share that our revitalized community space is officially open! This new online home was created for those who wish to go deeper into Ayurveda, together. Inside, you'll find: Early access to podcast episodes  Member forums for discussion and Q&A  Mindfulness and self-care practices  Monthly live Zoom meetups  Seasonal group challenges and reflections It's a conscious, supportive space to connect, learn, and grow with others walking the Ayurvedic path. Come say hello, introduce yourself, and be part of this living, breathing sangha. Join the new Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community here:  https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/community I look forward to connecting with you soon! Check out Colette's online services:  Online Consultations https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/consultations At-home Digestive Reset Cleanse https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/digestive-reset-cleanse Online Daily Habits for Holistic Health Program https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/daily-habits Reset-Restore-Renew Program https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/reset-restore-renew Have questions on Colette's online services? Book a FREE 15 min Services Enquiry Call here. https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/consultations Do I have an accumulation of ama/toxins in my body? Take this quiz to find out https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/resources Stay connected on the Elements Instagram https://www.instagram.com/elementsofayurvedapodcast/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/elementshealingandwellbeing Thank you for listening! If this episode supported you, please consider leaving a review and if you think this information would be helpful to family or friends, please share this episode so we can spread this wisdom of Ayurveda.  Stay tuned and stay aligned with the Elements of Ayurveda Podcast. Thanks for listening!

In this episode we are joined by award-winning interior designer, Erin Gates as we explore the profound relationship between people and the spaces they inhabit. For Erin, homes are far more than four walls and a roof—they're deeply personal canvases where we tell our stories, find refuge from the chaos of the outside world, and navigate life's most meaningful moments. In this episode, Erin shares her design philosophy of combining beauty with livability, creating spaces that honor both aesthetic aspirations and real-world needs which are demonstrated in her new book  "Elements of Timeless Style."  She believes great design shouldn't be so precious that you're afraid to throw a party, or so formal that you can't curl up with a book wherever you please.  Though interior design might seem like a luxury profession focused on the non-essential, Erin makes a compelling case for why thoughtful, intentional spaces matter. Discover how a home that cultivates peace, happiness, and authentic self-expression isn't just nice to have—it's a fundamental ingredient in living well. Whether you're embarking on a renovation, rethinking a single room, or simply curious about the deeper meaning of "home," Erin's insights will transform how you see the spaces around you. To purchase Erin's new book: Elements of Timeless Style For more information on Erin go to: Eringatesdesign.com Follow Erin on Instagram @elementstyle Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!  

Exploramos la riqueza espiritual de Chiang Mai, Tailandia, antes de viajar en los puertos históricos y tradiciones culinarias de Mahón y Ciudadela. El episodio de esta semana de El Placer de Viajar empieza con una curiosa nota histórica, recordando cómo fuerzas anglo-holandesas conquistaron Menorca en 1708, manteniéndola bajo su control durante casi un siglo. Un preámbulo que, por supuesto, responde a que la isla balear es el primero de los destinos del capítulo, con un viaje centrado en las ciudades de Mahón y Ciudadela. Sin embargo, antes de explorar Menorca, el programa hizo una escala en Tailandia, más concretamente en la ciudad de Chiang Mai, la antigua capital del Reino Lanna, destacando su riqueza cultural, espiritual y su gastronomía exótica. En Chiang Mai, se puede vivir la cara más tradicional y espiritual de Tailandia. Se detallaron las costumbres locales en los templos, el respeto a los monjes y una peculiar experiencia interactiva de "dar de beber a Buda". La gastronomía local también ocupa un lugar central en el viaje del programa, con especial énfasis en los mercados nocturnos y comida la callejera, donde se pueden degustar platos como los fideos Khao Soi. Una nota singular fue la mención de una prisión de mujeres donde las reclusas se forman como masajistas, ofreciendo sus servicios al público.Uno de los puertos más grandes del mundo De vuelta de Tailandia, el podcast se trasladó a Menorca, comenzando por Mahón. Se resaltó la belleza de su puerto natural, que es uno de los más grandes del mundo, y el notable legado británico todavía visible en la arquitectura, como los característicos boyanders. Entre los lugares imprescindibles, se mencionó el Mercat del Peix como punto de encuentro gastronómico, la iglesia de Santa María con su monumental órgano, y la imponente fortaleza de La Mola, que ofrece vistas panorámicas y alberga una curiosa galería de arte en la Isla del Rey. La otra joya menorquina explorada fue Ciudadela, cuyo centro histórico es un monumento en sí mismo, ideal para perderse entre sus calles. Se destacó su encanto particular, el puerto y el Castillo de Sant Nicolau. En el ámbito culinario, se hizo hincapié en la caldereta de langosta, un plato emblemático de la isla, y también es digna elogió la ginebra local, Gin Xoriguer, como una bebida de gran calidad para disfrutar con moderación. El recorrido por la isla también incluyó sugerencias para actividades acuáticas como el snorkeling y el buceo, el senderismo por el Camí de Cavalls, y la visita al Monte Toro para admirar impresionantes puestas de sol, además de la famosa cueva-discoteca Cova d'en Xoroi (actualmente cerrada). Finalmente, Kelu narra su experiencia en el Royal Continental Hotel, un hotel de 4 estrellas situado en el paseo marítimo de Nápoles, con vistas panorámicas al golfo, al Mediterráneo y al Castel dell'Ovo. Un gran hotel con todos los servicios para todo tipo de viajeros, los más enamorados de Nápoles, pero también para los que sólo van de negocios. En el mismo paseo marítimo, hay varias ofertas gastronómicas interesantes como el distinguido restaurante Otto s.l.m, a 8 metros sobre el nivel del mar y con una propuesta creativa e internacional basada en ingredientes locales con un enfoque contemporáneo. El bar Elements es el cocktail bar más innovador del paseo, ideal para hacer el famoso aperitivo italiano. Y por último, Desìo Gelato & Pastry, una heladería y pastelería artesanal junto al mar, con helados artesanales y dulces autóctonos e inolvidables como la sfogliatella o la pastiera.

We know how important it is to be inspired by both big businesses and individuals, which is why we are excited to present Talking Leaders, a monthly initiative from the AHDB which will see a series of inspirational speakers share their life experiences and deliver impactful stories to the AgriLeader community.In the December episode of Talking Leaders, we were delighted to be joined by Hattie McFadzean, Senior Consultant at Promar International and recent Nuffield Farming Scholar. With weather patterns becoming increasingly unpredictable, how can UK dairy farmers build resilience and adapt for the future? Hattie joins us to discuss the findings of her Nuffield study, “Enhancing the Resilience of the UK Dairy Sector: How Do We Practically Adapt to Increasingly Volatile Weather Conditions?”Drawing on insights from her travels and research, Hattie explores how dairy businesses around the world are responding to climate variability and what practical steps UK producers can take to “weather-proof” their own operations.Hear Hattie's reflections on leadership, innovation, and collaboration across the dairy sector – and how embracing change today can help secure a more sustainable future for tomorrow's farmers.

Jonathan Schanzer analyzes the "murky" killing of US servicemen in Syria, attributing it to jihadist elements within the government's security forces. He describes the situation in Gaza as a deadlock where Hamas remains armed because no international force, other than the unacceptable option of Turkey, is willing to intervene. 1938 RAMALLAH

Communities that endure rarely happen by accident. They are shaped by intentional design and a deep understanding of place. Lew Oliver, founder and principal of Lew Oliver, Inc., joins Host Carol Morgan on the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to share his perspective on traditional neighborhood development and the long-term value of thoughtful planning. What does “timeless” really mean in today's housing market? For Oliver, timeless design is not rooted in architectural trends or short-term market appeal. Instead, it is a disciplined approach that places the town — not the individual building — at the center of every decision. A truly timeless place accommodates a wide range of people, lifestyles and life stages while maintaining coherence and character over generations. Oliver often looks to older, storied cities around the world for inspiration. Oliver said, “The things that made these iconic towns were that the buildings were absolutely stunning and well designed and executed, and they shaped the entire community in ways that just single houses could never do.” That philosophy extends beyond massing and layout to the finer points of design. Oliver emphasizes the importance of architectural detailing that feels generous and intentional, with buildings that contribute to the public realm rather than retreat from it. In well-designed towns, staircases, porches and facades extend into streets and plazas, reinforcing a sense of shared space and civic life. Materials also play a critical role in achieving longevity. Local materials are often preferred because they weather gracefully over time, gaining character rather than appearing dated as styles change. Timeless places resist easy categorization because they are grounded in enduring principles rather than fleeting tastes. What is traditional neighborhood development? At the heart of Oliver's work is traditional neighborhood development (TND), a planning approach that prioritizes people, relationships and daily experience over traffic counts and lot yield. “Traditional neighborhood development means that the placement and the detailing of the buildings support creating great places and great streets that prioritize the pedestrian over the car.” That shift in priority has cascading effects on how communities are planned and built. Elements such as rear-loaded alleys, narrower streets, front-facing porches and carefully proportioned setbacks serve as essential tools for creating social streetscapes, allowing homes and buildings to engage the sidewalk directly. In contrast, auto-centric environments often place buildings behind parking lots and wide roadways, making meaningful interaction nearly impossible. In those settings, scale is dictated by speed and vehicle movement rather than human perception, frequently resulting in isolation despite physical proximity. Walkable streets and well-defined public spaces naturally encourage casual encounters — neighbors meeting on a porch, residents stopping to talk on a sidewalk or people lingering in shared green spaces. Oliver describes these everyday interactions as foundational to building trust, belonging and community resilience. Tune into the full episode for deeper insight into timeless placemaking, traditional neighborhood development and why human-scale design continues to resonate. Learn more about Lew Oliver and his work at www.lewoliverinc.com. About Lew Oliver, Inc. Lew Oliver, Inc. is an Atlanta-area design and master planning firm that creates thoughtful, human-centered communities and building plans rooted in principles of New Urbanism. The company specializes in whole town solutions, architectural products and developer services that integrate walkability, contextual design and environmental responsiveness. Its work emphasizes authentic design and harmonious proportions that enhance quality of life. Podcast Thanks Thank you to Denim Marketing for sponsoring Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Known as a trendsetter, Denim Marketing has been blogging since 2006 and podcasting since 2011. Contact them when you need quality, original content for social media, public relations, blogging, email marketing and promotions. A comfortable fit for companies of all shapes and sizes, Denim Marketing understands marketing strategies are not one-size-fits-all. The agency works with your company to create a perfectly tailored marketing strategy that will suit your needs and niche. Try Denim Marketing on for size by calling 770-383-3360 or by visiting www.DenimMarketing.com. About Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio, presented by Denim Marketing, highlights the movers and shakers in the Atlanta real estate industry – the home builders, developers, Realtors and suppliers working to provide the American dream for Atlantans. For more information on how you can be featured as a guest, contact Denim Marketing at 770-383-3360 or fill out the Atlanta Real Estate Forum contact form. Subscribe to the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast on iTunes, and if you like this week's show, be sure to rate it. Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio was recently honored on FeedSpot's Top 100 Atlanta Podcasts, ranking 16th overall and number one out of all ranked real estate podcasts. The post Lew Oliver: How Traditional Neighborhood Development & Walkability Intersect appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

https://randygage.com/In this raw, unfiltered live session, Randy challenges you to look beneath the surface and identify the hidden beliefs that may be sabotaging your health, happiness, and prosperity. Using the classic “If you won $100 million, what would you do?” question, he reveals how worthiness issues, martyrdom, and distorted ideas about service keep people stuck at their current level.Randy exposes how many of us put ourselves last in the name of being “good,” how organized religion often programs people to feel unworthy of abundance, and why you can only make the most of your life by becoming healthy, happy, and rich. Drawing on insights from Ayn Rand, Wallace D. Wattles, and real coaching stories, he delivers a direct wake-up call to rethink what you believe you deserve.Warning: Explicit language.Please like, subscribe, and share!What You'll Discover• Why your first reaction to “What would you do with $100 million?” reveals your true prosperity programming.• How always putting yourself last is often a subtle form of poverty consciousness.• The hidden ways religious and cultural conditioning can sabotage worthiness.• Why meeting your own needs first is essential for helping others at a higher level.• How prosperity, love, and money are infinite—and why becoming healthy, happy, and rich honors your full potential.Show Notes:• Free PDF – The 7 Elements of an Abundant Life:https://www.randygage.com/newsletter-sign-up/• Radical Rebirth (Book):https://amzn.to/4iVN0bI• Breakthrough U:https://www.randygage.com/breakthroughu/

Brad Fischetti of LFO returns to the Mess Hall for a wide-ranging catch-up that truly lives up to the title Life Is Good. Brad joins Gavin to talk all about the upcoming Life Is Good Tour, featuring Trevor Penick of O-Town, and shares how things have been going on the road with the massively successful Pop 2K Tour. Brad also gives us the full scoop on what's next for LFO, what fans can expect moving forward, and reflects on the journey that's brought him here. Plus, Gavin and Brad take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the time they wrote and recorded the song “Blind” (featured on Ukdian's debut EP "Elements"). A fun, honest conversation about music, touring, friendship, and why — all these years later — life really is good.

Last time we spoke about the battle over Changfukeng Hill. In the frost-bit dawn by the Chaun and Tumen, two empires faced a cliff of fate: Soviet and Japanese, each convinced that Changkufeng belonged to them. Diplomats urged restraint, yet Tokyo's generals brewed a daring plan, strike at night, seize the crest, then bargain. Sato and Suetaka debated risk and restraint, weighing "dokudan senko" against disciplined action as rain hissed on the ground. Night fell like velvet. Nakano, a quiet, meticulous regimental leader, gathered the 75th Regiment's veterans, choosing five fearless captains and a rising star, Nakajima, to carry the charge. Scouts and engineers moved ahead, weaving a fragile path across the Tumen: wire-cutters in the dark, signals humming softly, and the thunder of distant Soviet tanks rolling along the shore. At 02:15, after breaches breached and silent men slid through wire, the Japanese surged up the slopes with bayonets glinting, swords ready, and nerves as taut as steel. The crest lunged with savage resistance: grenades flashed, machine guns roared, and leaders fell. By 05:15, dawn broke, and the hill, Course of blood and courage, stood in Japanese hands.   #180 A premature Japanese Victory over Changkufeng Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. On 31 July 1938, dawn seemed to indicate Changkufeng Hill was in Japanese hands. From his command post, Colonel Sato Kotoku, his regimental staff, and most of Hirahara's 3rd Battalion had been anxiously watching the progress of the 1st Battalion's operations since 12:30 on 31 July. Around 03:00, the Japanese infantry commanders issued "heroic orders to charge," audible above the withering fire. Sato expected the crest to fall in little more than an hour; when no signal shell burst over the hill, he grew apprehensive, praying for success with his heart breaking. A mile away on Hill 52, the troops could discern no voices, only gunfire and the spectacular glow of flares and tracers. As one soldier recalled "It was like fireflies," another soldier added "it was like a carnival". To Sasai, on the heights at Kucheng, it was, as he put it, "c'était un grand spectacle." By the way I think its one of the only times I've read a Japanese soldier using French, what he said translates to "it was a large spectacle", I am from Quebec so I speak baguette. The mist moved up Changkufeng Hill, and Japanese troops followed it, fighting for hours. Fearing Nakano's battalion might have been wiped out, Sato's staff prayed for fog. Sato later admitted, "By dawn we were failing to take our objectives."   At the base of Chiangchunfeng, Sato held the 6th Company in reserve, ready to attack Changkufeng from the left. He would have preferred not to commit it, given the danger of an accidental fire-fight with friendly forces. Nevertheless, as combat intensified, Sato decided to push the company into support of the 1st Battalion. After orders at 03:15, Ito moved toward the northwest side of Changkufeng. The Russians laid down heavy fire, especially from a well-placed machine-gun position on the far left. Ito's company, suffering heavy and needlessly casualties, had to hold near the middle of the slope. A runner was sent to the regimental command post requesting artillery support after dawn. By 04:30, Sato could discern the Changkufeng crest, where fierce close-quarters fighting raged between Japanese and Russians on the south edge, while the enemy continually sent reinforcements, troops followed by tanks, up the northern slope. Ito's company was visible on the western slope, bravely bearing a Japanese flag. 10-15 minutes later, grenade-discharger fire began to blast the Soviet positions. At 04:40, Ito, redeploying at dawn, observed elements of the 1st Company near the hill's summit. Contact was established with Inagaki's men. The Russians began to show signs of disarray under the grenade dischargers and the heavy weapons deployed by the reserve battalion at Chiangchunfeng. Thereupon Ito's company charged as well, capturing the northwest corner of Changkufeng roughly concurrently with the main body of the 1st Battalion under Sakata. Ito was wounded and evacuated; two sergeants were later cited in dispatches. Meanwhile, the 10th Company, led by Takeshita of the 3rd Battalion, was to conduct a separate night assault against fire points around Hill 24, about 1,000 meters north of Changkufeng. The aim was to disrupt Russian withdrawal along the slopes to the rear and to hinder reinforcements. At midnight, the company left the skirts of Chiangchunfeng in fog and darkness. Moving stealthily over the undulating terrain, they faced knee-deep bogs and tall vegetation. After evading sentries, they penetrated behind the enemy. By 02:00, five teams totaling 16 men under Sergeant Uchibori were ready to strike Hill 24. Takeshita led the charge from the right and overran the defenders by 02:20. The Russians, numbering 20 to 30 riflemen with one machine gun, fled toward Khasan, leaving four soldiers behind whom the Japanese bayoneted. Takeshita's company continued to consolidate Hill 24, awaiting counterattacks, which soon followed. At 04:00, eight tanks, with headlights on, launched an attack from the Shachaofeng sector, supported by an infantry company . Takeshita reinforced Uchibori's unit with assault teams; the Russian infantry were routed, and five tanks were knocked out. At dawn, about 100 Soviet troops were observed retreating from the direction of Changkufeng, surprised and mowed down by heavy and light machine guns at ranges of about 300 meters. At 06:30, the Soviets attacked again with an infantry battalion and a machine-gun company from north of Khasan. The Japanese allowed them to close, then concentrated the firepower of both infantry platoons plus heavy machine guns. After a 30-minute firefight with heavy casualties on the Soviet side, the Russians fell back. Again, at 07:10, the Soviets struck from the north of Khasan, this time with one company and five tanks. Russian infantry, supported by three tanks, pushed in front of the Japanese positions, but machine-gun and small-arms fire forced them to retreat eastward, the tanks being stopped 50 meters from the lines. Meanwhile, two Japanese enlisted men on patrol near the lake encountered armor; they attacked and, after taking casualties, returned with captured ammunition and equipment. One rapid-fire piece had been providing covering fire behind Takeshita's unit and opened fire on three tanks attacking north of Changkufeng, helping to stop them. As daybreak arrived, Takeshita's company cleared the battlefield, retrieved casualties, and reinforced the defenses. Then an order from the regiment transferred the main body to Changkufeng. Leaving one platoon at Hill 24, Takeshita came directly under Hirahara's command. Takeshita was later officially cited by the regiment. If Hill 52 fell, Changkufeng would be lost. The Russians understood the importance of this constricted sector as well. Their armor could swing south of Khasan, while the terrain to the north was boggier and could be made impassable by the field-artillery battery emplaced on the Korean side of the Tumen. To check hostile reinforcements into this vital region, Sato had dispatched an infantry element to Hill 52 early. Northward, he had 1st Lieutenant Hisatsune emplacement the two 75-millimeter mountain pieces belonging to his infantry gun battery, together with two of 2nd Lieutenant Saito's three 20-millimeter anti-tank guns and the two 37-millimeter infantry rapid-fire guns belonging to 2nd Lieutenant Kutsukake's battalion gun battery. At 23:00 on 30 July, in accord with Nakano's orders, Hisatsune moved these six guns to the ridgeline between Changkufeng and Hill 52. Apart from the guns to the left, defense of Hill 52 was entrusted to the experienced Master Sergeant Murakoshi Kimio, 2nd Platoon leader in Nakajima's company. After the Shachaofeng affair, Murakoshi was ordered to occupy the hill. Moving along the shore on 30 July, his unit encountered neither friendly nor hostile troops. The regimental records note that "some enemy unit came into the dip east of Hill 52 since morning on the 30th, and both sides were watching each other." Murakoshi deployed his three rifle squads, totaling 34 men. After Nakano's battalion jumped off on 31 July, the platoon observed not only the "fireworks display" but also Soviet motorized units with lights aglow, moving on high ground east of Khasan. Later, tanks could be heard clanking toward Hill 52. Around 04:00, Murakoshi organized anti-tank teams and sent them into action. Most accounts emphasize the anti-tank efforts, rather than the fire of Murakoshi's machine gunners. Three privates, carrying anti-tank mines, undertook daring assaults once the terrain obliged the Russian tanks to slow. They laid their mines, but the soil proved too soft, and the attempt failed. In the most publicized episode, Private First Class Matsuo, nicknamed a "human bullet," was badly wounded by machine-gun fire from a tank and knocked from the vehicle, but he managed to reboard with a satchel charge and, it is said, stop the tank at the cost of his life. The platoon leader and his remaining 20 men, having withdrawn 200 meters below their positions, poured torrents of fire at the infantry accompanying the tanks. Flames from the antitank mine assaults provided blazing targets. In concert with Hisatsune's six infantry guns emplaced on the Crestline southeast of Changkufeng, Murakoshi knocked out the remaining two tanks. When the tanks were immobilized, the Soviet troops did not press forward; exposed to Japanese fire, their losses mounted. By daybreak, the Russians had pulled back. Official records describe one Soviet company with four heavy machine guns, led by mounted officers. After hours of intense combat, Colonel Sato and his staff observed that all operations were succeeding by dawn. It was fortunate that Japanese units had posed a threat from the east; only then did the Russians begin to retreat. "But what an incomparably heroic first combat it had been… the scene at Changkufeng was sublime and inspiring. Private feelings were forgotten, and all bowed their heads in respect for the gallant fighting by matchless subordinates." As soon as Sato confirmed that Changkufeng had been occupied, he sent an aide to assess casualties. "When the colonel learned about the death of his capable and dependable officers," a lieutenant recalled, "he… murmured, 'Is that so?' and closed his eyes. The dew glistened on his lids." Meanwhile, in addition to the battle of annihilation at Changkufeng, Major Takenouchi of Okido's regiment was to conduct the dawn assault in the Shachaofeng area. His 1st Battalion and attached elements numbered 379 men; Kanda's company of the Kucheng Border Guard Unit added another 49. An engineer platoon was attached. At 18:00 on 30 July, Takenouchi issued his orders. According to that evening's regimental maps, north of Khasan were two battalions of Soviet infantry and 20 tanks. South of Shachaofeng, the Russians had entanglements and machine-gun nests, with additional emplacements to the rear, west of the lake, and armor moving south toward Changkufeng. Northwest of Shachaofeng lay the main body of Takenouchi's battalion. Signal lines connected his headquarters with Sato's command post. The only Soviet patrol activity noted, as of evening, was in the direction of Matsunobe. Around 02:00, machine guns chattered south of Changkufeng, signaling an increasing intensity of Sato's night assault. On Takenouchi's front, the Russians went on alert, firing illuminating shells and opening fire from the north side of Changkufeng. At 02:30, Matsunobe's unit finished breakfast and moved to the jump-off site. The terrain was difficult and there was considerable enemy tracer fire, but, thanks to effective reconnaissance, the force reached its destination without loss by 04:00. Matsunobe eliminated an outpost unit using rear-area scouts who struck from the rear and gave the enemy little opportunity to respond. Then the Japanese prepared for the main attack as they awaited daybreak. At 04:00, the supporting mountain artillery platoon took position between Matsunobe and Takenouchi. Throughout this period, the sounds of fighting grew more violent toward Changkufeng; machine guns were especially active. At 05:00, three enemy tanks could be seen moving up the northern slope of Changkufeng, but soon after news arrived that friendly forces had seized the crest. With sunrise imminent, the Japanese guns assumed their role. The longest-range support Takenouchi could expect was Narukawa's two 15-centimeter howitzers, emplaced across the Tumen north of Sozan. This battery took position at 04:20, after which the commander went to join Sato just behind the front. Several thousand meters of telephone line had been strung across the river, linking observation post and battery. Narukawa watched the fierce struggle at Changkufeng and prepared to support the dawn assault, while honoring the desperate effort of Ito's company for covering fire. Firing began at 05:10, though range data were not adequate. After little more than ten rounds, the enemy heavy machine guns on the Shachaofeng front subsided. A veteran artilleryman proudly remarked, "These were the first howitzer shells ever fired against the Soviet Army." At 05:20, Takenouchi's own heavy weapons added effective counterfire. Matsunobe and his company had crept to a line 150 meters in front of the Russian positions, taking advantage of dead angles and covered by light machine guns. Three Soviet tanks, however, had pressed forward against the main body. Two Private First Class soldiers, members of a close-quarters team, waited until the lead tank reversed course, then dashed in from the rear and blew it up. Two other soldiers attacked the third tank with mines but could not destroy it because of the tall grass. In a dramatic action that always thrilled Japanese audiences, a Private First Class jumped aboard with a portable mine, while a superior private jammed explosives into the tank's rear and allegedly blew off both treads, though the tank continued firing. While Matsunobe's company laid a smoke screen and prepared to charge, the Soviet tank was knocked out by rapid-fire guns. Master Sergeant Sudo's platoon seized the opportunity to race forward 15 meters and overrun two firing points at 05:40. When the Russians counterattacked with 60 infantrymen and three new tanks, Matsunobe ordered the grenade-discharger squad to fire while he had Sudo pull back to the foot of the hill. Close-quarter teams knocked out the tanks in succession. By this time the Russians had been shaken badly, allowing Matsunobe's main force to surge into two more positions. Five or six remaining Soviet soldiers were wiped out by a combination of Japanese pursuit fire and Soviet gunfire emanating from east of Khasan. After 06:00, the Japanese held the high ground at Shachaofeng. Kanda's unit had achieved a similar result, swinging around Matsunobe and skirting the left of the Soviet positions. Russian artillery opened from the east, but the Japanese used the terrain to advantage and suffered no casualties. Around this time, enemy forces in the Changkufeng area began to retreat, a portion by motor vehicle. Takenouchi had Matsunobe secure the site and, at 06:13, directed the main battalion to advance toward the north side of Khasan. A stubborn four-hour battle then ensued as Soviet forces delayed their retreat and the covering unit occupied the northern edge of the lake. Takenouchi estimated the enemy's strength at two infantry companies, a company of 12 heavy machine guns, and one heavy battery. Several Russian counterattacks were mounted against Matsunobe, while Takenouchi reinforced Kanda. The battalion attacked with great intensity and by 10:30 had managed to encircle the right flank of the enemy defenses at the northwest edge of Khasan. The Russians began to fall back, though one company of infantry resisted vigorously. At 10:50, the Soviet rear-guard company opened fire with machine guns while several tanks delivered heavy machine-gun and cannon fire. Soviet artillery, firing rapidly, also joined the resistance to Takenouchi's advance. Firepower pinned down the Japanese in this sector from late morning until nightfall.    For reasons of necessity as well as doctrine, the night assault on Changkufeng Hill received no artillery support. The dawn assault to clear Shachaofeng, however, required all available firepower, even if limited. Firing diagrams reflect no howitzer fire directed north of Changkufeng; this is understandable since Narukawa had only two pieces to handle numerous targets. A Soviet tank element was driven off, west of the lake, by 03:00 from the skirt of Chiangchunfeng by 3rd Battalion heavy weapons. Sasai, at the Kucheng command post, contends that Japanese artillery scored a significant success: school-tactics were followed, and the battery stood ready in case the night assault by the infantry failed. By dawn, Russian remnants clung to the crest, though the infantry had "peeled the skin" from their defenses. "In the morning, one of our howitzer shells hit near Changkufeng, whereupon the last of the enemy fled." Survivors of the night assault recalled no direct artillery support by Japanese artillery, though firing charts suggest some; Soviet sources dispute this. Regimental records note: "After firing against positions southwest of Shachaofeng, the Narukawa battery fired to cut off the enemy's retreat path from Shachaofeng and to neutralize the foe's superior artillery. Results were great." In the morning, Sato returned to Chiangchunfeng, observed the difficult anti-artillery combat by the Narukawa battery, and commended their performance. He watched howitzer fire disrupt Soviet artillery positions opposite Shachaofeng and estimated enemy strength at a battalion. Sato saw Russian horse-drawn artillery blasted from its sites and pulled back north of Khasan. Narukawa's first targets were positions and tanks south of Shachaofeng. Northeast of the lake, one battery of Russians headed north after dawn. In Narukawa's firing pattern, north of the lake, a Soviet motorized unit of more than ten vehicles withdrew in the afternoon. A new Russian artillery formation moving north of Khasan that afternoon received the heaviest fire from the howitzers. On that day Narukawa's two active pieces fired a total of 74 rounds. The only other Japanese artillery support for the infantry consisted of the half-battery of 75-millimeter mountain guns already forward. The platoon under 2nd Lieutenant Ikue moved west of Shachaofeng, starting from behind Kanda at 04:00, and bombarded Soviet positions to the northeast. Firing a lighter projectile than Narukawa's pieces, Ikue's men fired 162 shells and 37 shrapnel rounds at the Russians. Colonel Tanaka, the artillery regiment commander, reached the front during the night as battle's fury peaked from Changkufeng. Tanaka's mission was to take over Narukawa's battery and support infantry combat from dawn. Upon establishing his headquarters, Tanaka sent a liaison officer to the 75th Regiment. The 3rd Mountain Artillery Battalion completed unloading at Shikai Station in the night, and at 03:40, it entered emplacements on the north side of Nanpozan. Tanaka ordered Rokutanda to repel any enemy attacks that might be staged from Changkufeng and north of Yangkuanping. The battalion made good use of prior surveys and proved helpful in thwarting offensive attempts from the vicinity of Shachaofeng after daybreak. Rokutanda also coordinated with Narukawa to cut off the Soviet retreat route after enemy motorized and infantry forces began to fall back from Shachaofeng.   At Changkufeng, once the last Russians had been routed, two hours of quiet settled over both sides. The Japanese busied themselves with cleaning up the field, retrieving casualties, and bearing the dead to the rear. The few Japanese historians who have worked with 75th Regiment records have argued with a dramatic passage describing dawn: "From 05:15, after the top had been secured by us, the fog began to drift in. At about 05:30 rain started to drench the whole area; therefore, enemy artillery had to stop firing. God's will." Sakata counters that no Russian artillery shelled the peak after his men had cleared it. Sato agrees; only in the afternoon did at least 20 Soviet guns, emplaced north of the lake, open fire at Changkufeng. At first, Russian shells fell harmlessly into a pond nearby; Sato recalls fish splashing out. Thereafter, Soviet gunners gradually corrected their aim, but the Japanese took cover behind rocks and sustained no casualties. Soviet shellfire may have begun at dawn but appeared to be directed mainly toward Shachaofeng, where Soviet defenders were not evicted until an hour after Changkufeng fell. Tanaka, however, argues that when he arrived at the front at 05:00, Russian artillery was firing on objectives west of the Tumen, and several shells struck his men and guns. Japanese firing charts show that Soviet guns initially bombarded Takenouchi's sector at Shachaofeng from two positions north and northeast of Khasan. After these Russian positions were forced to evacuate, the new Soviet gun unit that arrived in the afternoon engaged not only Changkufeng but also the area of the Japanese regimental headquarters. A Japanese military history suggests that Chiangchunfeng, the site of the observation post for the heavy field-artillery battery, was hit early in the morning, just after Takenouchi's ground assault against Shachaofeng had begun. The only other Russian artillery fire noted is the early-morning bombardment of the region of Hill 52. This shelling emanated from a point southeast of the lake but appeared directed primarily against Hisatsune's guns, which pulled back to Changkufeng at 06:00. Takeshita's company, which had jumped off at 02:00 and struck to the rear of Changkufeng toward the heights southwest of Shachaofeng, sustained severe enemy artillery fire after dawn. The main body secured the positions it had captured, while one platoon occupied Hill 24. On Takenouchi's front, intense enemy artillery fire continued after the Shachaofeng district was cleared, but the battalion maintained its position throughout the day. At 20:00, Takenouchi pulled back to the heights northwest of Shachaofeng. Elements of Matsunobe's unit on the right flank clung to advanced positions southeast of Shachaofeng. Regarding the theological allusion to merciful rain at dawn, no interviewee recalled a torrential downpour at Changkufeng. One soldier remembered descending from the crest at 08:30, taking breakfast, and returning for battlefield cleanup an hour later, at which time it began to drizzle. The 75th Regiment's weather record for Sunday, 31 July, simply states, "Cloudy; sunrise 05:08."   At 06:40, Colonel Sato ordered Hirahara's 3rd Battalion to relieve Nakano's mauled 1st Battalion and Ito's company atop Changkufeng. The 1st Battalion was to become the regimental reserve force, assemble at Chiangchunfeng, and collect its dead and wounded. Shortly after 08:00, Hirahara arrived at the crest of Changkufeng. Sakata was still upright, blood-streaked. "It's all right now," Hirahara told him. "You can go down." Sakata limped away with the remnants of the 1st Battalion. At the command post he met Sato, who praised him, promised to replace his damaged sword with one of his own, and told him to head for the hospital. When he protested, Sato bellowed, more in pride than anger, "To the hospital with you!" Sakata went, leaving Kuriyama as acting company commander. That morning, Sato climbed Changkufeng and gave Hirahara instructions. He commended the heavy field artillery battery commander, Narukawa, for his effective support of Takenouchi's dawn attack at Shachaofeng. Before returning to his command post, Sato carefully supervised the collection of Japanese dead. He looked into the face of each man and bade him farewell, a regiment officer recalls. "His sincerity and sorrow inspired reverence in all of us." In the afternoon, Sato sent Oshima back to Haigan to report the victory to forces in the rear, to visit the families of the fallen, and to "exert a beneficial influence on the native inhabitants lest they become confused and upset by the recent fighting." After the Russians had been ousted from Changkufeng and Shachaofeng, information became available to Japanese headquarters concerning the extent of the victory and the price. The 75th Regiment put Soviet casualties at 300 men in each area and claimed a total of 17 tanks knocked out during the operations—seven at Changkufeng, three at Hill 52, seven at Shachaofeng. Assault infantrymen noted that few Soviet bodies were found in the crestline positions, other than those cut down by cold steel; many Russians were presumably wounded by grenades. Colonel Sato asserts that 30 Soviet corpses were picked up in the Changkufeng area after the night attack. Most Japanese survivors judge that Soviet casualties were at least double those incurred by their own forces. The Japanese used much of the materiel they had captured. The price had been grim in the assault units: 45 killed, 133 wounded. In both Colonel Nakano's and Colonel Takenouchi's battalions, about 25 percent of the officers and almost 10 percent of the men were killed or wounded. The main assault waves, chiefly the 1st and 2nd infantry companies and 1st Machine-Gun Company of Colonel Nakano's unit, suffered as many as one-half or two-thirds casualties, down to platoons and squads. Before the night attack, Colonel Nakano's battalion had a total of 401 men. The strength of Shimomura's battalion had diminished by only 17: Hirahara's by 10. Nakano's unit lost over 80 percent of all Japanese killed and wounded in the Changkufeng–Hill 52 sector.  Japanese accounts were lavish in their praise of Colonel Sato's conception and execution of the night-dawn assaults. "Everybody had conducted several inspections of the front, yet only two or three individuals were acquainted with the precise sector where we carried out our assault." The costly lack of comprehensive intelligence necessitated reduction of firing points in succession and made the assault on the peak, the true key, possible only at the end. "This was a rather difficult method. It would have been better to have thrown one small unit against one firing point invariably and to have used the main force to break through the depth of the foe swiftly." On the larger benefits of the night operation, Akaishizawa wrote, "We prevented the main hostile forces, numbering several thousand troops concentrated east of Khasan about 600 or 700 meters behind Changkufeng, from laying a finger on us." Sato regards the night attack as a success: "The Soviets would have taken over the entire region unless checked." But with respect to Suetaka's words of praise for Sato himself, one candid division staff officer does not share what he calls "extravagant laudation." "The night-attack plan had been devised long in advance. I do not see anything particularly brilliant about it. Only in terms of results could one call the assault well done." Sakata concurs but stresses that training paid off: "All the men in my company followed their leaders to the crest and thus displayed their teamwork and unity," despite the unexpectedly severe casualties. The Soviets seemed particularly apprehensive about the possibility of Japanese armored operations. Antitank weapons were deployed on the eastern slopes of Changkufeng, ready to fire against the axis of Hill 52, which theoretically was good tank country. Illuminating shells and flares were employed profusely in concert with heavy machine guns firing blue tracers from the time Japanese troops entered the zone of wire defenses. Tanks supplemented the fire network, as did artillery zeroed in east of Khasan. But it was the grenades, in "heaps and mounds," that troubled the attackers most: "This tactic must be one of the most important aspects of Soviet infantry training, together with snipers. Our night assault unit did not sustain too many casualties until the crest but, since we could not run up into the positions, the foe was able to hurl many milk-bottle-size grenades. Our forces must be given more training with hand grenades".  The first phone call to Seoul did not come until Changkufeng had been assaulted and cleared. Around 05:00 the division learned that victory had been achieved at Changkufeng; the first reports mentioned no Japanese casualties. "Thank God!" was the reaction. Suetaka and the major toasted Sato's victory with sake. "At 06:00, one company of the Sato unit occupied Shachaofeng and expelled the Soviet forces across the border." Not long afterward, the division, like the 75th Regiment, began to learn the extent of the casualties. Although personal sorrow displaced initial elation, there was grim satisfaction that the insolent Russians had been ousted and the dignity of the Imperial Army maintained. It was hoped and expected that the Korea Army would share this view. Seoul had learned of the Japanese assaults only after the fact and in a rather cursory fashion. Nakamura ordered the front-line units to secure the heights and to localize the affair by limiting the strength used in that area and by ensuring cautious action.  Nakamura's orders to not expand upon the victory were criticized heavily. However Tsuchiya recalled "The decision was taken too easily. Perhaps some had covert opposition, but no one spoke up. I think there was some misunderstanding of individual positions. Yet the crisis should have been analyzed carefully. It is too bad that there was no direct supervision by the Chief of Staff." For Tsuchiya, the Korea Army would have been in trouble if the incident had dragged on because of Soviet buildup and Japanese casualties and low mobilization. Although Nakamura likely wished the 19th Division to abandon unnecessary actions regardless of victory or defeat, he did not seem to care; he showed no intention of inspecting the local scene. Yet Tsuchiya felt such a keen sense of responsibility that he was prepared to commit suicide if matters went wrong. Inada argued that Nakamura did not visit the front to avoid expanding the troubles and disturbing the troops. Analyzing the Korea Army's nebulous control, Imaoka notes that Nakamura had only recently arrived in Korea and had little time before fighting began, but something seemed lacking in the army's exercise of command. Thus, Nakamura never met Suetaka until after the incident had been resolved, although the governor-general came from Seoul to visit Suetaka at the battlefront and to express appreciation in person. "It was quite proper to adhere to the policy of nonenlargement, but the Korea Army should have furnished more positive operational guidance in such a case when a subordinate division was in serious trouble." There were important lessons to be learned here, Tsuchiya recalled  "The 19th Division attacked the Russians twice in 36 hours without army orders or approval. How is it that the division commander, a lieutenant general and certainly not an reckless man, could have been allowed so much margin to act independently?" Some suggest that Suetaka tended to violate the spirit of the law, especially in force majeure. Others think that Suetaka was loyal, deliberate, and law-abiding, a worrier who could be expected to follow orders. Why risk one's career—one's life, given that self-censure loomed—when headquarters' decision was available? Military discipline and national interest dictated prior consultation and compliance. Or did Suetaka, like other notable generals, think gambles were justified by the goddess of Victory? I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. A daring Japanese night assault, led by Colonel Sato and his bold captains, threaded through fog, wire, and enemy fire. As dawn broke, the crest fell into Japanese hands, after brutal stand-ins on Hill 52 and Shachaofeng. Glinting grenades, roaring tanks, and disciplined infantry forged the victory, at a heavy price: dozens of officers and many men lost.   

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Hello, and welcome to a special Lost In Trancelation this month as in the first hour  & 15 mins, I go back over my favourite tracks that I have included in my shows over the last 12 months.  It's been a great year for me and it's all thanks to you guys who listen every month and to the team behind the scenes here at Experience Music! In Hour 2 I have a good friend of mine with an outstanding guest mix, I'd like to introduce to you Steven Barclay AKA Barclay.  Steven is the main man of the brand Audio Warfare in Edinburgh who put on brilliant events up here in the capital. He also has his Audio Warfare takeover on Crystal FM 107.4FM (& Online) every Friday.  He has recently got himself back into production and he's been nice enough to bang a few of his own creations into this mix. So listen up cause they are banging!   So sit back, crack open the eggnog, tan a few mince pies and turn the speakers up!   Stay safe, look after each other and don't forget to have an amazing Christmas and a brilliant New Year and I will see you in 2026   Tracklists: StevieB Hour 1   1 BiXX - The Voice Of Reason [Album Mix] 2 Metta & Glyde - The Light Within (Original Mix) 3 CJ Stone - Come Down (Infinity) feat Mirella (Tek Extended Mix) 4 Derb, Richard Durand, RAM, Digital Culture, Spacefrog - Follow Me 2024 (Extended Mix) 5 XiJaro & Pitch & Collide - The Spice (Extended Mix) 6 David Forbes - Sidewinder (Extended Mix) 7 Matty Ralph - Rave Life (Extended) 8 David Mcquiston - Fear (Extended Mix) 9 Andrew Rayel - Trance Is The Rhythm (Extended Mix) 10 Avao, Mha Iri - Elements of Dance (Original Mix) 11 Mauro Picotto - Iguana (Mark Sherry's Th3rty Extended Remix) 12 Marcel Woods - De Bom (RAM Remix) 13 Mark Sherry - Rave Is Life [We Play It Loud] (Extended Mix) 14 Giuseppe Ottaviani & Andrew Rayel - Eternal Harmony (Extended Mix) 15 Tiësto - Traffic (Kryder & Dave Winnel + Maddix Remixes) 16 Giuseppe Ottaviani & Nifra - Unified (Extended Mix) 17 Paul Oakenfold ft. Carla Werner - Southern Sun (Will Atkinson Extended Remix) Barclay Guest Mix Hour 2    1 .Barclay - Sanctuary of Light (Intro Mix) 2. Ayla vs pendulum - Ayla Island 3. Ben Gold, Allen Watts - Change the World  4. Gareth Emery feat Bo Bruce - U (Bryan Kearney Remix) 5. Plash! - Get a life you drug addicts (Bryan Kearneys Planet Love Remix) 6. Barclay - ID 7. System F - Cry (Luca Deyong Rework) 8. Find Yourself - (Heatbeat remix John o Callaghan rework) 9. Y traxx - Mysterland (Quinny Remix) 10. Marco V - More than a life away (Christian Ketelaars rework) 11. Chakra - Love Shines Through (Ehren Stowers remix) 12. Andy Moor - Faces (Indecent Noise remix) 13. Prada (Oliver Heldens remix) 14. Barclay - Lighthouse 15. Hannah Laing - I need it more  

Subscribe to receive transcripts by email. Read along with this episode.For 15 years, the Dallas-based climate conference the EarthX conference has created space where fossil fuel executives and environmental activists, Republican appropriations chairs and Democratic climate hawks, find common ground. The organization targets three core stakeholders: the corporate world, policymakers, and investors seeking startups where environmental solutions are baked into the bottom line. Peter Simek, EarthX's CEO, explains how reframing climate action around shared values—stewardship, economic opportunity, and love of the land—unlocks support that crisis messaging alone cannot reach.The doom story doesn't sell, Simek explained. “We're not motivated as a species by doomsday language. It puts people in fight-or-flight mode.” He points out how climate became an identity issue, tangled up in culture-war debates over hamburgers and gas-powered trucks, when the real conversation should center on clean air, clean water, and protecting the places we love. “The EPA and the Clean Air and Clean Water Act were passed during the Nixon administration,” he notes. “There are ways to message this that appeals across lines.”Simek bets heavily on bottom-up action as EarthX works to build bridges. States, cities, and private capital often move faster than federal mandates, he argues, and they're harder to reverse with a single executive order. Texas leads the nation in renewable energy deployment because wind and solar make bottom-line sense. “Even as there's a policy turn against it, there's still the driving reality that solar and wind are viable energy sources,” he says. A new event in 2026, the EarthX Institute, will focus on two policy priorities: nuclear energy, where bipartisan consensus is growing, and urban biodiversity.Whether conversations at forums like EarthX translate into policy velocity that matches the pace of climate impacts remains to be seen. Simek says he stays focused on tracking downstream results, specifically the investments funded, the coalitions built, and the policies incubated from the local level up. “It's about finding those ways in which there's common sense, common ground, common values,” he says. “Elements to talking about nature and the environment that no one can really disagree with.”Learn more about EarthX and its upcoming April 2026 conference at earthx.org.Subscribe to Sustainability In Your Ear on iTunesFollow Sustainability In Your Ear on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, or YouTube

A conversation with Miriam Pineles, a practitioner of Chinese medicine, Chassidus teacher and founder of Ayin Healing, exploring the intersection of Chinese medicine and Chassidic ideas. Miriam shares how an understanding of the elements within a person can lead to personal healing and balance, the role that the inner dimension of Torah plays in finding wholeness, and practical tools for releasing stored emotions. Miriam Pineles is a licensed, board-certified Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist in NYC, specializing in women's health, fertility, pain, anxiety, and digestive issues, with a focus on integrative healing using Dr. Richard Tan's Balance Method and custom herbal formulas to treat both physical and emotional well-being, helping bodies function optimally and promoting self-care. She holds a Master's degree from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and is also a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM). Miriam is the founder of Ayin Healing, an organization supporting Jewish women in their journey of healing from the wound of childhood sexual abuse.She is also the teacher of popular weekly Chassidus chaburahs.For more information about Ayin Healing, visit ayinhealing.comTo book an appointment with Miriam Pineles, visit conscioushealthandwellness.com. Find her on instagram @dr.miriampineles * * * * * * *To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comTo support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

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Artspeak Radio, Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 9am -10am CST, 90.1fm KKFI Kansas City Community Radio, streaming live audio www.kkfi.org Producer/host Maria Vasquez Boyd welcomes Jenny Mendez and Betsabeé Romero. JENNY MENDEZ, Cultural Arts Director Mattie Rhodes Arts Center and Gallery was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. Growing up in a neighborhood filled with family and friends on Kansas City's West Side. As a young girl Jenny enjoyed hearing stories from her grandmother, these stories were such an inspiration to Jenny in her love of her culture and heritage. Jenny attended the Kansas City Art Institute majoring in painting, she also studied both printmaking and photography. She was involved in community mural projects as a high school student and into college. She has always given back to her community. She has been employed with the Mattie Rhodes Center for the past twenty- five years and is responsible for all arts programming for the agency as the Cultural Arts Director. Through her work she is able to educate the community on the Latino culture through art. Being able to inspire children through art is what she is most passionate about – giving children and young artists a place to learn, create, express themselves, imagine, and grow in the arts. She has served and participated on many boards and committees through the years advocating for the arts and community. Her most valued appointment was to the board of the National Association of Latino Arts and Culture (NALAC). Most recently in March of 2020 as part of Women's History Month she was awarded the Nuestra Latina Award for the Arts by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Her work in the community is valued and shows her commitment to being a voice for the Latinx artists, students and individuals. Showing her expertise in the creative process and authenticity to arts and culture through her work and partnerships with the Kansas City Museum and the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art. She is very committed to continue to be a voice for the Latinx and arts communities at large. Mattie Rhodes Art and Cultural Center is located at 1701 Jarboe, KCMO www.mattierhodes.org BETSABEÉ ROMERO- Knitting Ties, Project Description: The installation features the creation of two sculptural soccer goals with nets crafted from metal lattices. These lattices will showcase characters that represent both soccer and the pre-Hispanic ball game, creating a bridge between contemporary sports and ancient cultural traditions. The metallic lattices will be interwoven with threads of various fibers, with the characters cut along the length and width of each goal's net. All elements will be handcrafted by migrants and local artisans, emphasizing community collaboration and cultural exchange. Elements of the Sculptural Objective: Metallic Lattices-metal cutouts are interconnected in a lattice configuration, forming modular structures that provide a sculptural foundation for artistic interventions. Community Networks-Fabrics crafted by volunteers and artisans interweave with lattices, forming distinctive patterns that narrate the stories of their communities. Athletic Emblems-Symbolic figures associated with soccer are integrated into the sculptural design, linking artistic expression with the passion for football. Betsabeé Romero; Education: Bachelor's Degree in Communication with a specialization in Participatory Communication, Universidad Iberoamericana (1984) Master's Degree in Visual Arts, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (1986) Diploma from l'École Supérieure des Beaux-Arts (1989) Art History Studies at l'École du Louvre (1988-1989) Doctoral studies in Art History, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, no degree completed (1990-1993) Exhibitions: Romero has held over 100 solo exhibitions across five continents, with notable shows at the British Museum (2015), Grand Palais (2019), Royal Botanic Gardens Kew (2022), York Avenue in Washington (2018), Place Vieille Bourse in Lille, France (2019), Nevada Museum of Art (2014), Neuberger Museum (2011), Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art (2012), Canberra University Museum (2002), La Recoleta, Buenos Aires (2019), Mexico Pavilion at Expo Dubai 2020 (2021), and Place du Louvre (2021). In 2024, her exhibition "Huellas para Recordar" featured five monumental sculptures on Park Avenue (81st, 82nd, and 83rd Streets) by invitation of NYC Parks & Recreation. Also in 2024, "The Endless Spiral" was featured at the Venice Biennale Official Collateral Event at Galeria Belacqua LaMassa, St. Mark's Square, by invitation of MOLAA. In Mexico, highlights include the Mega Ofrenda at Mexico City's Zócalo (2016), Museo Frida Kahlo (2019, 2013), Museo Anahuacalli (2015), Antiguo Colegio de San Ildefonso (2014), Museo Amparo, Puebla (2008), MARCO, Monterrey (2009), and Museo Carrillo Gil (1999). Collections: Her work is part of major collections including the British Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art Houston, Phoenix Art Museum, Musée des Beaux-Arts de Montréal, Daros Collection (Switzerland), Nelson-Atkins Museum, Nevada Museum of Art, World Bank Collection, LACMA California, FEMSA, Irish Museum of Modern Art, El Museo del Barrio, Museo de Arte Moderno de México, MUAC, and Michigan State University. Biennials: Monterrey Biennial, Tamayo Biennial, inSite (Tijuana-San Diego), La Courneuve Biennial, Puerto Rico Graphics Triennial, Polygráfica Philadelphia, Ljubljana Graphics Biennial, Havana Biennial, Porto Alegre Biennial, Cairo Biennial, Sur Buenos Aires Biennial, Bogotá, and United Arab Emirates. Official selection for collateral projects at the 2024 Venice Biennale with the solo exhibition "Endless Spiral" with MOLAA Museum at the Bellaacqua La Massa Foundation in St. Mark's Square. Awards: Prix Oric'Art, Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, 1988 Grand Acquisition Prize in Installation, Second Monterrey Biennial, Museo de Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico, 1994 First Prize, Cairo Biennial, 2006 Millésimé Prize in Visual Arts, 2018 Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, France, 2020 First Prize in Pavilion Design

For more, visit www.BishalSarkar.com or WhatsApp our team: https://wa.me/918880361526In this empowering episode of the "I Love Public Speaking" podcast, Bishal Sarkar uncovers the three essential elements of leadership presence that can elevate your influence and effectiveness as a leader.Join Bishal Sarkar as he dives into the key traits that make up leadership presence—how you show up, communicate, and engage with others—and why mastering these elements can take your leadership skills to the next level.Learn actionable tips on how to embody these three elements in your day-to-day interactions and make a lasting impact on your team, organization, and audience.Tune in to the "I Love Public Speaking" podcast with Bishal Sarkar to discover how to strengthen your leadership presence and become a more confident, respected leader.

Two ordinary transport technicians, working their first shift together, are assigned to drive a high-profile prisoner. Genre: Science Fiction   Excerpt: "Proximites and humans are both relatively fragile species—no offense—when it comes to space travel. But here on solid earth…well, you're still fragile, but you have certain qualities that come in handy should there be any problems with this particular prisoner." Javier felt a lurch in his fragile human gut. "Should we expect any problems, sir?"   The Wheel of Fiction Turns. What did it land on this time?Each Season 9 story follows a theme chosen by the Wheel of Fiction. Thirteen spokes. Eight are the themes from previous seasons. One is "Turn Again." One is a wild card. And three are covered in question marks and will be revealed when the wheel lands on them. This episode landed on ELEMENTS. See a story trailer and a (satisfying) video of the wheel turning here: A Proximite and a Human   MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available from Amazon as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover. You can also get there from my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE   The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create)Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me) Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.)   MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork?Please visit my Store page for info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE CREDITSStory: "A Proximite and a Human" Copyright © 2022 by Nila L. PatelNarration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music:"Particle Voyager" by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Intro)"Neon city" by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Outro)"Abstract Vision #5" by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro) Music by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Dark Fantasy Studio)"Negociation" "Master""Particle voyager""Under the mask""The deal""Comatose" "Fist of fury""Doubts""Trojan horse""Neon city""Men in black""Reloaded" All these tracks are part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market.   Music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev MarketSound effects from AudioJungle, GameDevMarket, and Soundly (through Hindenburg)Vocal effects created with AudacityChanges made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration.   Find more music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.net Find more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital drawing. At middle, a human man sitting on the ground, facing forward, turned slightly to right of frame, wearing jacket, pants, and boots. His left leg is drawn up and his hand rests on his knee. His right leg is extended, partially bent. A bandage is wrapped around his right thigh. His right palm is pressed to the ground beside him, supporting his weight. His face is looking down. Two characters hover beside him at the level of his head. At left, a sphere. Near the bottom of the sphere are two recesses with domed tops and flat bottoms. Within the recesses are smaller spheres, giving the appearance of eyes. Next to one eye, from a circular recess, a jointed appendage made of rods and nodes extends down. Liquid leaks from two of the recesses. At right, a face divided into three parts with one eye, one nose, and a mouth on each part. Each part is elongated. Eyebrows appear both above and below each eye. Straight wrinkles appear at the forehead and on each nose. Watermark of "Storyfeather" along the man's lower left leg.

In this episode, we explore the seasonal shift of the Winter Solstice and how its energy can shape the way you decorate and move through your home during the holidays. I share how Feng Shui views this moment in the year when Yin reaches its deepest point and the first spark of Yang begins to quietly rise. I'll also share small, intentional adjustments you can make to align your space with that growing light. We'll talk about using Christmas décor with purpose: choosing colors with meaning, understanding the symbolism behind traditional holiday decor and creating a home that supports the energy and intention of the season.Folklore Friday: Ancient site aligned with the Winter Solstice, we take a cross-cultural look at how people throughout history have marked the return of the light. This episode offers a blend of seasonal energy, design inspiration, and old-world wisdom to guide you through this turning point of winter.Subscribe to the monthly newsletter HERE: https://substack.com/@learnfengshuiSend questions here: ⁠info@learnfengshui.com Connect on social media & contact me HERE ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠---------Sources: Decorating through the 5 Elements: https://substack.com/@learnfengshui/note/p-180757031?utm_source=notes-share-action&r=442rsjRituals and customs for the Winter Solstice: https://www.wofs.com/winter-solstice-5-rituals-and-customs-for-an-auspicious-year/https://jenniferraye.com/solar-terms-seasonal-points-for-winter/Sites that align with the Winter Solstice: https://www.businessinsider.com/winter-solstice-sun-aligned-ancient-sites-2022-12TimeStamps:00:03 Intro01:03 Feng Shui inspired Christmas decor and the 5 elements09:48 Winter Solstice, Energy shifts and adjustments13:31 Winter Solstice customs for a auspicious year17:57 11 ancient sites that align with the Winter Solstice26:35 Final thoughts  

  THE SHOW NOTES   Am I a ghost? Intro Re-learning songs Damian Handzy's Facts That'll Fuck Y'up      - Technically… Ask George      - French Press? from Ken W.  Religious Moron of the Week      - Unnamed Military Commander The History Chunk      - Dec. 10th Arnold's Character's Names Tell Me Something Good      - London's surprising numbers The Christmas Sweaters Dec. 18th Show Close .........................   UPCOMING SCHEDULE   Touchstone Theater Christmas City Follies XXVI RUNS DECEMBER 4-21, 2025 Thursdays - Saturdays @ 8 pm,  Sundays @ 2 pmWith additional shows on Saturday, December 13 & 20 @ 2 pm,  and Wednesday, December 17 @ 8 pm Alex Radus & George Hrab present: The Christmas Sweaters Holiday Extravaganza* (*now with 12% more ‘vaganza!) Thursday, December 18th at 7:30 pm The Icehouse .Geo & SGU: Extravaganza & Private Show Seattle, Washington Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 TICKETS George Hrab solo acoustic Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026 / 8 pm-10 pm The Red Stag, Bethlehem, PA George Hrab's Occasional Songs for the Periodic Table 118 Elements • 118 Songs • 90 Minutes Saturday, March 7th, 2026 The Icehouse Bethlehem, PA Geo & SGU: Extravaganza & Private Show Madison, Wisconsin Saturday, May 16, 2026 TICKETS CSICON Center for Inquiry 50th Anniversary Conference Geo & SGU: Extravaganza & Live PodcastAwards Dinner & Variety Show Buffalo, New York June 11-14th 2026 csiconference.org  Geo & SGU: Not-A-Con Sydney / NZ Skeptics Conference July 2026 Australian & New Zealand Episode 1000 of The Geologic Podcast Saturday, January 9, 2027 The Icehouse Bethlehem, PA .........................   SUBSCRIPTION INTERFACE   You can now find our subscription page at GeorgeHrab.com at this link. Many thanks to the sage Evo Terra for his assistance. .........................   Get George's Music Here  https://georgehrab.hearnow.com https://georgehrab.bandcamp.com ................................... SUBSCRIBE! You can sign up at GeorgeHrab.com and become a Geologist or a Geographer. As always, thank you so much for your support! You make the ship go. ................................... Sign up for the mailing list: Write to Geo! Check out Geo's wiki page, thanks to Tim Farley. Have a comment on the show, a Religious Moron tip, or a question for Ask George? Drop George a line and write to Geo's Mom, too!

In this episode, we explore how to support steady blood sugar during the holiday season using Ayurvedic wisdom. With more sugar, irregular meals, travel, and stress during the holidays, it's easy for the body's metabolic fire (agni) to become overwhelmed. Ayurveda offers practical, gentle tools to keep digestion strong, cravings balanced, and energy steady. We take a deeper look at the pancreas as a home of agni and how its function relates to three key subdoshas: Pachaka Pitta, Kledaka Kapha, and Samana Vayu. You'll learn how these forces work together to regulate metabolism, mood, and digestive rhythm and why sugar crashes are both a physical and emotional imbalance. You'll also discover: Why holiday habits disrupt blood sugar How sugar cravings form from an Ayurvedic standpoint Simple remedies for sugar crashes Spices that naturally support metabolic balance Eating rhythms and lifestyle tools that strengthen agni Practices to prevent toxins (ama) and emotional overload during the festive season Whether you struggle with cravings, energy dips, or digestive heaviness this time of year, this episode offers grounded, practical support to help you stay balanced through the holidays. Thanks for listening! Links & Resources Sponsor: Kerala Ayurveda Academy – Join Kerala Ayurveda Academy for an engaging online workshop in Vedic Astrology from February 28-March 1, 2026. To learn more, visit https://www.keralaayurveda.us/courses/vedic-astrology/. For $50 off, use the code 50VEDIC when you join! Group Digestive Reset Cleanse – Join the next Group Cleanse starting January 23rd, 2026 https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/group-cleanse Private DIgestive Reset Cleanse - choose dates that work for your schedule. Learn more at https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/digestive-reset-cleanse Golden Turmeric Milk Recipe download – https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/resources Exciting News: The New Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community is Live! Over the years, this podcast has blossomed into a global community, a gathering of seekers, healers, and lifelong learners. And now, I'm delighted to share that our revitalized community space is officially open! This new online home was created for those who wish to go deeper into Ayurveda, together. Inside, you'll find: Early access to podcast episodes  Member forums for discussion and Q&A  Mindfulness and self-care practices  Monthly live Zoom meetups  Seasonal group challenges and reflections It's a conscious, supportive space to connect, learn, and grow with others walking the Ayurvedic path. Come say hello, introduce yourself, and be part of this living, breathing sangha. Join the new Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community here:  https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/community I look forward to connecting with you soon! Check out Colette's online services:  Online Consultations https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/consultations At-home Digestive Reset Cleanse https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/digestive-reset-cleanse Online Daily Habits for Holistic Health Program https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/daily-habits Reset-Restore-Renew Program https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/reset-restore-renew Have questions on Colette's online services? Book a FREE 15 min Services Enquiry Call here. https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/consultations Do I have an accumulation of ama/toxins in my body? Take this quiz to find out https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/resources Stay connected on the Elements Instagram https://www.instagram.com/elementsofayurvedapodcast/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/elementshealingandwellbeing Thank you for listening! If this episode supported you, please consider leaving a review and if you think this information would be helpful to family or friends, please share this episode so we can spread this wisdom of Ayurveda.  Stay tuned and stay aligned with the Elements of Ayurveda Podcast. Thanks for listening!

https://randygage.com/ In this thought-provoking episode, Randy flips the script and asks you seven questions designed to challenge your beliefs about money, success, and prosperity. Instead of giving the answers, he guides you toward deeper self-inquiry—because the real breakthroughs happen when you confront the assumptions driving your life. Through personal stories, million-dollar lessons, and hard-earned insights, Randy unpacks how destructive beliefs form, how entrepreneurs sabotage themselves, and what it takes to operate from a higher level of consciousness. This is prosperity thinking at its boldest. Warning: Explicit language. Please like, subscribe, and share! What You'll Discover• The hidden money belief sabotaging your prosperity.• How one decision taught Randy the high cost of undervaluing yourself.• Why “slow, incremental progress” is a myth—and why bold moves create wealth faster.• The 3 mistakes entrepreneur mistakes that destroy their career and life. • How to identify your genius zone and stop wasting time on stuff that keeps you broke.Show Notes:• Free PDF – The 7 Elements of an Abundant Life:https://www.randygage.com/newsletter-sign-up/• Risky Is the New Safe:https://amzn.to/3MrXQdm• Mad Genius:https://amzn.to/4phW5hv• Breakthrough U:https://www.randygage.com/breakthroughu/

Mila Journée delivered a spectacular extended live set from the legendary Elements Club in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Today on The Stacks, we're joined by James Beard Award-winning chef, TV host, and author Samin Nosrat to discuss her newest book, Good Things: Recipes and Rituals to Share with People You Love. In this cookbook, Samin shares over 125 of her favorite go-to recipes, including ricotta custard pancakes, saffron-burnished roast chicken, nostalgia-inducing yellow cake with chocolate frosting, and everything in between. We discuss her return to writing after the success of Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking, how she balances technique with improvisation in the kitchen, and the friction between her identities as a writer and a chef.The Stacks Book Club pick for December is Friday Night Lights: A Town, a Team, and a Dream by H.G. Bissinger. We will discuss the book on Wednesday, December 31st, with Joel Anderson.You can find links to everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks Website: https://www.thestackspodcast.com/2025/12/10/ep-402-samin-nosratConnect with Samin: Instagram | Website | SubstackConnect with The Stacks: Instagram | Threads | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | Substack | Youtube | SubscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Episode 213, Sarah and Chrissie (@ChrissieWhitley) wrap up the year with the Best Books of 2025 Genre Awards. They reveal their Overall Best Books (Fiction and Nonfiction) and a full breakdown by genre, including: Best Literary Fiction, Best Romance, Best Brain Candy, Best Genre Mash-Up, and more! Plus, they share the winners for these same genres as chosen by the Sarah's Bookshelves Live Member Community. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Announcements The 2026 Reading Tracker is out! This year brings upgraded features across the board — including NEW average star rating and 5-star book tracking for every stat on the Dashboard — plus an updated Lite Tracker for those who prefer a streamlined version. Both Trackers are ONLY available to paid Patreon or Substack subscribers ($7/month) and is no longer sold separately. To avoid Apple's 30% fee, be sure to join directly from the Patreon website (mobile or desktop). Join our Patreon Community (here) OR become a Substack Paid Member (here)! Highlights Podcast reflections from 2025 — including top episodes based on download stats. A brief overview of Sarah's and Chrissie's 2025 year in reading. Their favorite books of the year: overall and by genre, including the SBL Member Community's picks. 2025 Genre Awards [12:39] Sarah The River Is Waiting by Wally Lamb (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [12:45]  The Favorites by Layne Fargo (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [16:32]  The Death of Us by Abigail Dean (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [20:13]  One Good Thing by Georgia Hunter (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org   [23:48]  The Compound by Aisling Rawle (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [28:47]  August Lane by Regina Black (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [36:03]  The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [41:54]  Family of Spies by Christine Kuehn (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:36] This American Woman by Zarna Garg (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [50:00] Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [52:59] The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [54:44]  Finding Grace by Loretta Rothschild (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [56:29] Next of Kin by Gabrielle Hamilton (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org   [1:00:10]  The Elements by John Boyne (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [1:03:10] Chrissie Fox by Joyce Carol Oates (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [13:42]  Joy Moody Is Out of Time by Kerryn Mayne (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [17:36]  Marble Hall Murders (Susan Ryeland, 3) by Anthony Horowitz (2025) | Amazon| Bookshop.org  [21:39]  The Pretender by Jo Harkin (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [25:51]  What We Can Know by Ian McEwan (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [30:28]  To Clutch a Razor (Curse Bearer, 2) by Veronica Roth (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [32:39]  The Love Haters by Katherine Center (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [37:03]  These Heathens by Mia McKenzie (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [43:31]  The Zorg by Siddarth Kara (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [47:11]  Misbehaving at the Crossroads by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [51:09] A Sea of Unspoken Things by Adrienne Young (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [53:38]  Awake in the Floating City by Susanna Kwan (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[55:11] Heartwood by Amity Gaige (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [57:16]  Future Boy by Michael J. Fox (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [1:01:23]  Reports of His Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated by James Goodhand (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [1:06:07]  SBL Member Community The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [15:43] The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [19:02] Heartwood by Amity Gaige (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [22:52]  Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [27:21] The Compound by Aisling Rawle (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [31:28]  The River Has Roots by Amal El-Mohtar (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [35:23]  One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [38:39] Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [40:57] Big Dumb Eyes by Nate Bargatze (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:15] Hot Air by Marcy Dermansky (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:17] Jane and Dan at the End of the World by Colleen Oakley (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:19] The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:22] Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:24] So Far Gone by Jess Walter (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:27] This American Woman by Zarna Garg (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [45:28] Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [48:20] Ordinary Time by Annie Jones (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [52:32] Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [54:31]  Among Friends by Hal Ebbott (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [59:25] Awake by Jen Hatmaker (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [1:02:33] Other Books Mentioned Leaving by Roxana Robinson (2024) [13:51]  Heart the Lover by Lily King (2025) [15:35]  Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy (2025) [15:58]  Audition by Katie Kitamura (2025) [16:09]  The Names by Florence Knapp (2025) [16:11] Dream State by Eric Puchner (2025) [16:13] Lenny Marks Gets Away with Murder by Kerryn Mayne (2023) [17:45]  Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry (2025) [18:46]  Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez (2025) [18:56]  The Academy by Elin Hilderbrand and Shelby Cunningham (2025) [19:18] Abigail and Alexa Save the Wedding by Lian Dolan (2025) [19:23] Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll (2023) [21:28]  The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark (2025) [23:03] The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman (2025) [23:07]   Dead Money by Jakob Kerr (2025) [23:13] The Boomerang by Robert Bailey (2025) [23:15]   We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter (2017) [24:09]  Tell Me an Ending by Jo Harkin (2022) [26:03] What Kind of Paradise by Janelle Brown (2025) [26:55] Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid (2025) [27:06]   The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis (2025) [27:12] Isola by Allegra Goodman (2025) [28:13]  Merge by Grace Walker (2025) [31:35] The Memory Collectors by Dete Meserve (2025) [31:43]  Sunrise on the Reaping by Susanna Collins (2025) [31:48] Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor (2025) [31:01] The Strange Case of Jane O. by Karen Thompson Walker (2025) [32:05] When Among Crows by Veronica Roth (2024) [33:05]  Katabasis by R. F. Kuang (2025) [34:23] Babel by R. F. Kuang (2022) [34:36] Yellowface by R. F. Kuang (2023) [34:37] A Drop of Corruption by Robert Jackson Bennett (2025) [34:49] The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett (2024) [34:54] Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (2025) [34:58] The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow (2025) [35:05] Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V. E. Schwab (2025) [35:31] The Art of Scandal by Regina Black (2023) [36:49] The Favorites by Layne Fargo (2025) [38:54]  The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones (2025) [40:30] Hungerstone by Kat Dunn (2025) [40:37] We Love You, Bunny by Mona Awad (2025) [40:42] The Staircase in the Woods by Chuck Wendig (2025) [41:19] Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee Baker (2025) [41:30] When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi (2025) [44:56] The Wager by David Grann (2023) [47:34]  Replaceable You by Mary Roach (2025) [49:04] The Gales of November by John U. Bacon (2025) [49:11] Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams (2025) [51:58] All the Way to the River by Elizabeth Gilbert (2025) [52:08] Awake by Jen Hatmaker (2025) [52:24] Nobody's Girl by Virginia Roberts Giuffre (2025) [52:28] One Day, Everyone Will Always Have Been Against This by Omar El Akkad (2025) [52:49] The God of the Woods by Liz Moore (2024) [53:22] Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall (2025) [54:21] Life, and Death, and Giants by Ron Rindo (2025) [54:27] Woodworking by Emily St. James (2025) [56:16] Buckeye by Patrick Ryan (2025) [58:57] The Elements by John Boyne (2025) [59:15]   Deep Cuts by Holly Brickley (2025) [59:49] My Friends by Fredrik Backman (2025) [59:51] The Heart's Invisible Furies by John Boyne (2017) [1:05:51] James by Percival Everett (2024) [1:08:07]  Top Podcast Episodes Ep. 199: Best Books of 2025 (So Far) with Catherine (@GilmoreGuide) and Susie (@NovelVisits) Ep. 184: Best Books of 2024 Genre Awards with Susie (@NovelVisits) Ep. 185: Winter 2025 Book Preview with Catherine (@GilmoreGuide) Ep. 205: Fall 2025 Book Preview with Catherine (@GilmoreGuide) Ep. 192: Spring 2025 Book Preview with Catherine (@GilmoreGuide) Ep. 198: Best of Thrillers with Anderson McKean of Page & Palette (@PagePalette) Ep. 188: Best of Fantasy with Chrissie (@ChrissieWhitley) Ep. 193: Clare Leslie Hall (author of Broken Country) Ep. 187: State of the Industry in 2024 with Kathleen Schmidt (@KathMSchmidt), author of the Publishing Confidential Substack Ep. 208: Best of Narrative Nonfiction with Elizabeth Barnhill of Fabled Bookshop (@FabledBookshop)

What does an already packed show need to make it feel complete? That's right, it's an 8 minute intro (or just under a 5th of an Edinburgh show...) and an 8 minute Noel Edmonds apologia. This show is nothing if not disciplined.Once we're all intro'ed and up-to-date on the elements of Edmonds, it's content content content. John does some winning and losing, Elis does some Cymru Connecting, and everyone plays a great Made Up Game that has John declaring God is real.Send in your knick-knacks to elisandjohn@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp the show on 07974 293 022.

https://randygage.com/ In this high-impact conversation, Randy breaks down why chasing entrepreneurial success alone is the fastest path to burnout and collapse. Prosperity isn't created by sacrificing your life for your business — it's created by expanding your life as you expand your enterprise.Randy reveals why strategy beats hustle, how influence is built long before revenue, and why your expertise only becomes valuable once it turns into intellectual property. He also explores how AI can become true leverage — but only when aligned with integrity, health, and meaningful relationships.This episode is a masterclass in building wealth without losing yourself in the process.Warning: Explicit language.Please like, subscribe, and share!What You'll Discover• Why chasing only entrepreneurial success guarantees burnout and failure.• The mindset shift that turns your expertise into scalable intellectual property.• How to build influence and authority before focusing on revenue.• The strategic role AI plays in creating real leverage.• Why prosperity collapses without health, relationships, and integrity.Show Notes:• Free PDF – The 7 Elements of an Abundant Life:https://www.randygage.com/newsletter-sign-up/• Breakthrough U:https://www.randygage.com/breakthroughu/

Elements of the book ofJonah are fairly well known, but some of the most important parts are not known well enough. So, we will jump into this great little book and try to determine is it just a fictional story? Is Jonah a false prophet? And did a large fish really swallow Jonah?Let's find out!Send us a text Support the show

Kevin is the guitarist and composer of the instrumental rock band Pyramids on Mars. Hard rock, industrial, and metal infused with lead guitar melodies inspired by violin melodies of Baroque classical composers Bach & Vivaldi. Kevin has been a guest on over 70 UFO Radio talk shows describing his UFO and ongoing Extraterrestrial Experiences. Kevin's latest album Cosmic Angels is inspired by his visitations by Extraterrestrials. Elements in all his albums incorporate many things that have been taught to him by these otherworldly visitors including, but not limited to telepathic storytelling, and tonal language (of the cetaceans and whales). Kevin has always had a passion for UFOs and Extraterrestrials. He spent over 20 years researching to understand why they are here. Kevin wanted to combine his passion for music with raising consciousness and awareness of the UFO and Extraterrestrial presence. He felt it was always his purpose in life. This calling was affirmed for him on August 21, 2014, when he had contact with an inter-dimensional craft of unearthly origin. Since then, Kevin began experiencing many related incidents like incredible synchronicities, music downloads, symbol downloads, through dreams (Neck Illusions DNA Double Helix design on his guitar), and increased Telepathy. His musical downloads are discussed in UFO Researcher Grant Cameron's book "Tuned In: The Paranormal World of Music." Many of Kevin's personal (CE5) ET encounters are discussed in "Inviting ET" by Su Walker. Kevin works with the P'ntl (Zetas) who reside in the Sandia Mountains, Albuquerque NM helping prepare humanity for Official First Contact. https://www.officialfirstcontact.com/ Kevin is the host of Pyramids on Mars UFO radio (since 2016 https://artistfirst.com/pyramidsonmars.htm ) on the Artistfirst. Kevin has a large network of friends, colleagues, and researchers in the UFO community who are Experiencers, Starseeds & Star Nation/Human Hybrids. He brings their stories to Artistfirst network.

In the last episode, I presented the traditional contemplation of the Five Great Elements (Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Space) and with this episode I present a contemplation on the 21 elements most common in our human bodies. Through this practice we connect with our interbeing with the universe as we contemplate that the very elements of our bodies were fabricated in stars that exploded as supernovae. Please support this podcast by subscribing, commenting, rating, and SHARING with others! If you'd like to financially support this podcast, know that EVERY gift is greatly appreciated! Donate here.

Today, I'm thrilled to welcome Fritz Gilbert back for his second appearance on the podcast. Fritz is an award-winning blogger and author of The Retirement Manifesto, one of the most influential retirement blogs in the country. He has now been retired for six years, and while many people think the big transition ends the day you leave the workforce, Fritz's journey proves that retirement continues to evolve in meaningful, surprising, and deeply personal ways. Recently, he announced he is stepping away from full-time blogging to spend more of his life "outside the walls," shifting his time toward family, exercise, charitable work, and the flexibility that first drew him to retirement. Fritz explains why stepping back wasn't a loss—it was a necessary reshuffling of cards in the ongoing "game of retirement poker."  In our conversation, Fritz discusses the surprising emotional journey of redefining retirement. He explains why he has never struggled with boredom, depression, or identity loss, and highlights how he avoided the most difficult retirement phase that nearly 70% face. We also talk about one of the most overlooked elements of retirement satisfaction: giving yourself permission to spend your money—or gift to your kids—while you can enjoy the benefits, rather than clinging to your savings out of habit or fear. Fritz explains why intentional spending is not only rational but also often essential for living a fully realized, purposeful retirement. In this podcast interview, you'll learn: How Fritz avoided boredom, identity loss, and the infamous "retirement dip." The surprising emotional transition his wife experienced after caregiving. Why replacing the non-financial benefits of work is a must. How to refine a bucket strategy and reduce interest-rate risk in retirement. The real challenge of Roth conversions and why liquidity matters. Why many retirees spend too little and how Fritz overcame that fear. How to support adult children without jeopardizing their independence. Why the 90/10 rule becomes unavoidable in retirement. Show Notes: HowardBailey.com/537

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Saints rookie running back Devin Neal joined Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak after the team's 24-20 victory over Tampa Bay. Neal emphasized the team's "fight," despite their poor record. He also praised rookie quarterback Tyler Shough and New Orleans' receivers.

Saints rookie running back Devin Neal joined Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak after the team's 24-20 victory over Tampa Bay. Neal emphasized the team's "fight," despite their poor record. He also praised rookie quarterback Tyler Shough and New Orleans' receivers.

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  THE SHOW NOTES   The Saga of the Risotto Intro Writing for the Follies Interesting Fauna       - Megachile Lucifer Bee Christmas Trees Ask George      - Tipping? from Jeff in IL The Christmas Sweaters      - John The Christmas Hero Tell Me Something Good      - Superman No.1 Bandcamp Friday “geoxmas” save 20%! The Christmas Sweaters Show Dec.18th Christmas City Follies  Dec. 4th thru 21st Show Close .........................   MENTIONED IN THE SHOW   Touchstone Theater Christmas City Follies XXVI RUNS DECEMBER 4-21, 2025 Thursdays - Saturdays @ 8 pm,  Sundays @ 2 pmWith additional shows on Saturday, December 13 & 20 @ 2 pm,  and Wednesday, December 17 @ 8 pm   Alex Radus & George Hrab present: The Christmas Sweaters Holiday Extravaganza* (*now with 12% more ‘vaganza!) Thursday, December 18th at 7:30 pm The Icehouse Bandcamp Friday Use “geoxmas” for 20% off!   .........................   UPCOMING SCHEDULE   Geo & SGU: Extravaganza & Private Show Seattle, Washington Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 TICKETS George Hrab solo acoustic Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026 / 8 pm-10 pm The Red Stag, Bethlehem, PA George Hrab's Occasional Songs for the Periodic Table 118 Elements • 118 Songs • 90 Minutes Saturday, March 7th, 2026 The Icehouse Bethlehem, PA Geo & SGU: Extravaganza & Private Show Madison, Wisconsin Saturday, May 16, 2026 TICKETS CSICON Center for Inquiry 50th Anniversary Conference Geo & SGU: Extravaganza & Live PodcastAwards Dinner & Variety Show Buffalo, New York June 11-14th 2026 csiconference.org  Geo & SGU: Not-A-Con Sydney / NZ Skeptics Conference July 2026 Australian & New Zealand Episode 1000 of The Geologic Podcast Saturday, January 9, 2027 The Icehouse Bethlehem, PA .........................   SUBSCRIPTION INTERFACE   You can now find our subscription page at GeorgeHrab.com at this link. Many thanks to the sage Evo Terra for his assistance. .........................   Get George's Music Here  https://georgehrab.hearnow.com https://georgehrab.bandcamp.com ................................... SUBSCRIBE! You can sign up at GeorgeHrab.com and become a Geologist or a Geographer. As always, thank you so much for your support! You make the ship go. ................................... Sign up for the mailing list: Write to Geo! Check out Geo's wiki page, thanks to Tim Farley. Have a comment on the show, a Religious Moron tip, or a question for Ask George? Drop George a line and write to Geo's Mom, too!

In this inspiring episode, Colette is joined by her client, Sónia from Flores, a small and remote island in the Azores archipelago off the coast of Portugal. After an overstimulating and energetically demanding Summer season, Sónia felt called to reset her body and mind. She chose to do the private Digestive Reset Cleanse in October, but quickly realised that the cleanse required a pace of life she wasn't accustomed to. Together, Colette and Sónia explore: Her desire for a full body-mind reset and the initial reluctance to slow down her activity during the cleanse. How awareness slowly blossomed as she softened into the process, noticing where her resistance to rest and stillness was coming from. The many positive effects of the cleanse, including improved bloodwork results, a noticeable reduction in inflammation, more energy, and a sense of glowing from the inside out. The surprising simplicity that followed, as her new habits naturally moved onto autopilot, making her daily life feel more spacious and easeful. Her new 80/20 approach, which allows her to maintain balance while still enjoying life, without rigidity or overwhelm. Sónia's story is a beautiful reminder that slowing down isn't always comfortable at first, especially for those who thrive on movement and stimulation. But with support, presence, and Ayurvedic guidance, it can become one of the most transformative medicines, offering clarity, ease, and renewed vitality. If you've been feeling overstimulated, resistant to rest, or craving a reset, this conversation will resonate deeply and offer gentle encouragement to honour your body's needs. Check out Colette's online services:  Online Consultations At-home Digestive Reset Cleanse Online Daily Habits for Holistic Health Program Bundle All 3 Above = Reset-Restore-Renew Program Next Discount Group Digestive Reset Cleanse - January 23rd, 2026 Have questions on Colette's online services? Book a FREE 15 min Services Enquiry Call here. Join the private Elements of Ayurveda Community. Stay connected on the Elements Instagram and Facebook pages. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, you'll discover the five invisible elements that truly drive client attraction, the 93% of communication most coaches ignore. Drawing from over 13 years of experience, the speaker breaks down how tonality, body language, authentic character, storytelling, and visual congruence can instantly elevate your content, deepen connection, and boost conversions, even if you don't change a single word of your script.   "Stories are your cheat code. They bypass logic and go straight to the emotions. And a really simple story structure is hook, struggle, turning point, resolution, lesson."   Must-Know Nuggets: Words are only 7% of communication, while tonality and body language make up the powerful 93% that actually drives conversions. Authentic character beats perfection — sharing flaws, stories, and real moments builds deeper trust and relatability. Your visual environment communicates authority before you even speak; congruent backgrounds and props shape how your audience perceives you. Tonality is a hidden persuasion lever, where certainty, pacing, volume, pauses, and inflection keep listeners engaged and persuaded. Storytelling multiplies retention, turning lessons into emotional experiences that bypass logic and create lasting impact. Invisible elements amplify strategy, making scripts and content frameworks far more effective when delivery, visuals, and presence align.   Connect with Jason Meland: Email: jason@goliveonlinemastermind.com Website: https://www.growmyvisibility.com/ Instagram: @coachjasonmeland Facebook: Jason Meland - In Demand Coach LinkedIn: Jason Meland  

This is part 4 of a new solo series where R' Shlomo Buxbaum explores the deeper structure of the Book of Bereishis (Genesis) and how it directly relates to our own personal journey to self-mastery.It is based on R' Shlomo's first book The 4 Elements of an Empowered Life (Mosaica Press, 2021), which uncovers a hidden thread woven throughout the book of Bereishis, showing how four themes that are deeply connected to our own life missions, are alluded to over and over again, giving us the tools to lead lives of magnificence!You can purchase the book on Amazon and wherever Jewish books are sold:⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/cb9JkPW

Welcome to E430 Inner Voice, where Dr. Foojan sits down for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Dr. Laura Gabayan—a world-renowned physician, researcher, and Psychology Today contributor. In this powerful episode, Dr. Laura shares the insights behind her groundbreaking Wisdom Research Project, where she interviewed 60 wise adults across North America to uncover the 8 scientific elements of wisdom. These discoveries are featured in her transformative book and journal, Common Wisdom: 8 Scientific Elements of a Meaningful Life and the Common Wisdom Journal. Learn more and take the Wisdom IQ Test at lauragabayan.com. ⭐ Dr. Laura Gabayan's Journey into Wisdom Science Dr. Laura, an emergency medicine physician and respected researcher, opens up about her personal journey from academic medicine to becoming a pioneering voice in wisdom science. She speaks candidly about her struggle with chronic Lyme disease and the limitations she encountered within Western medicine—challenges that ultimately inspired her to explore deeper truths about meaning, resilience, and human experience. This quest led her to interview 60 wise adults and publish her influential book, Common Wisdom: 8 Scientific Elements of the Meaningful Life. ⭐ Elements of Wisdom Research Dr. Laura breaks down the eight core elements of wisdom—highlighting essential qualities such as resilience, kindness, and positivity. Through vulnerable personal stories of losing her home, battling chronic illness, and rebuilding her life, she illustrates how resilience strengthens our emotional core. Together, Dr. Laura and Dr. Foojan explore the transformative power of self-kindness, compassion for others, and the ability to maintain positivity in the face of adversity. These interconnected wisdom elements help individuals navigate challenges with clarity, courage, and hope. ⭐ Understanding Spirituality Beyond Religiosity Dr. Laura offers meaningful insights into spirituality, describing it as a deeply personal experience that goes beyond traditional religiosity. Coming from a scientific background, writing about spirituality challenged her—but ultimately helped her understand its role in connection, healing, intuition, and making sense of experiences that science cannot fully explain. Dr. Foojan highlights how spirituality aligns with curiosity, openness, and inner exploration, allowing us to expand our awareness and sense of meaning. ⭐ Foundations of Growth and Harmony This insightful conversation also explores curiosity, humility, tolerance, and creativity as essential foundations of personal growth and social harmony. Dr. Laura and Dr. Foojan discuss how humility fosters deeper connection, how tolerance helps us overcome biases, and how creativity exists in every person—even if expressed in different ways. They envision a world where diversity is not merely tolerated but honored and celebrated with genuine appreciation. ⭐ Common Wisdom Journal Overview Dr. Laura introduces the Common Wisdom Journal, designed to guide readers through moral reflection questions and chapter summaries that enhance understanding of each wisdom element. While the journal offers prompts and structure, the book provides deeper scientific exploration of the eight elements that shape a meaningful life. Dr. Laura encourages viewers to take her Wisdom IQ Test at lauragabayan.com before diving into the journal or book to better understand their personal strengths and areas for growth. Dr. Foojan welcomes listeners to share their insights, feedback, and questions as they engage with Dr. Laura's work. ⭐ Hashtags #The8SecretsofaMeaningfulLife #DrLauraGabayan #WisdomResearch #InnerVoicePodcast #Resilience #Spirituality #Kindness #PersonalGrowth #SelfDevelopment #PsychologyToday #WisdomScience #MentalHealth #ChronicLymeDisease #Positivity #EmotionalHealing #HumanConnection #SelfReflection #MeaningfulLife#mentalhealth #Wellness #Relationship #personalgrowth #Self-Development

Edition 442 of Steve Blease's Heavy Elements is now available as a podcast. Playlist: Anubis Gate – SanctifiedAnubis Gate – The End of Millenium RoadAnubis Gate – CircumstancedAnubis Gate – Operation Cairo Seventh Dimension – The Great UnknownSeventh Dimension – Reading Between the LinesSeventh Dimension – The DreamerSeventh Dimension – Premonition/Bad Blood Circus Maximus – The […]

Marie Curie is the most famous woman in the history of science. She coined the term “radioactivity” and traveled the world to share its secrets. Her story is told in a new book by acclaimed Pulitzer Prize finalist Dava Sobel, but, along the way, she tells the stories of other women who trained in Curie's lab who would pursue their own scientific careers.