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The anguish over the lost habeas petition wasn't the only difficulty that Temujin Kensu and his supporters would face in the fall of 2010. A month before the decision, he stood before the Michigan State Parole Board, hoping to have his sentence commuted and ultimately win his freedom. But as the board peppered him with questions designed to assess his readiness for release, Kensu seemed to be his own worst enemy. And when multiple witnesses stepped forward to strenuously oppose his freedom, the weight of their testimony once again crushed his hopes of walking beyond the prison walls. Despite this considerable and rather alarming oppositional testimony, many influential advocacy organizations and powerful supporters remained steadfast in their belief in Kensu's innocence, sustaining their efforts in the hope of reversing what they considered his wrongful conviction. But were his advocates engaging in a righteous battle to correct a grave injustice, or were they instead unwitting pawns in a masterfully orchestrated deception? Framedpod.com

In a culture that constantly asks girls to define themselves on their own terms, the Bible offers a far more hopeful and life-giving truth: every girl has a purposeful place in God's redemptive story.  In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Melissa Bearden sits down with author, speaker, and ministry leader Jen Oshman to explore how Scripture answers some of the most important questions girls are asking today about identity, purpose, and belonging. Together, they discuss what it means to understand humanity through a Biblical lens—and why God's design for women is both beautiful and essential to His greater plan.  Drawing from her years of global ministry experience as a missionary and church planter in Japan and the Czech Republic, Jen shares how the Gospel speaks powerfully across cultures and life circumstances. Now serving in ministry in the United States, she offers thoughtful insight into how parents can help their daughters develop a Biblical Worldview that stands firm even in a rapidly changing culture.  Melissa and Jen also address an important message for every girl to hear: no life story is too broken for redemption. Whether a girl is navigating cultural confusion, personal struggles, or past mistakes, the grace of Jesus Christ offers restoration, forgiveness, and a new identity rooted in truth.  This conversation will encourage parents to disciple their daughters with confidence, reminding them that God is actively at work in every life—and that girls who understand His grace can grow into women who walk in courage, humility, and faith.    Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:    Genesis 1:27  Psalm 139:13–14  Isaiah 43:1  Luke 8:1–3  Romans 8:1  2 Corinthians 5:17  Ephesians 2:8–10    To learn more about Jen Oshman, visit jenoshman.com    Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.       Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.    

Hey Friends~  What if the books you're already reading with your child could become one of your best speech therapy tools? In this episode, I'll show you simple ways to use story time to help your child hear speech sounds more clearly, try new sounds, and practice the ones they're still learning—all without adding another thing to your day. We'll also talk about why these strategies work for many children but not for all. If you've been trying speech activities without seeing much progress, there may be a reason—and understanding it can make all the difference. Grab your favorite children's book, and let's discover how everyday reading can become a natural, playful way to build clearer speech. Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com Have a QUESTION or COMMENT? Leave a voice message!  https://castfeedback.com/play WEBSITE:  https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/   BONUS for this episode: 10 Communication Moments Hidden in Every Story https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/10storytimeideas   A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!  Clever Elly The a car charger that talks to you and helps you remember. Click here to learn more and claim the special listener bonus!  https://cleverelly.com/r?id=246rdm   IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 04 One-Year-Old Language Learning with a Book 27 What Good is Mother Goose and Dr. Seuss? 6 Key Reasons to Indulge in These Classics 174 Gina Prosch: Children Learn Best When They Don't Know They Are Learning At All. See How! 218 Terri Lilga: Why Is Rhyme So Important? Using Literature To Teach Beyond The Words   Love this podcast?  Let us know!  https://lovethepodcast.com/play Follow & subscribe in 1-click!  https://followthepodcast.com/play   To SPONSOR The Language Of Play, schedule your call here:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session To DONATE to The Language Of Play, Use this secure payment link: https://app.autobooks.co/pay/the-language-of-play

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Bible "heroes" are not really "heroes."  They are fallen people in need of grace just like us.  THEY aren't the point of the story--but they point us to the One who is.

We're diving into the art of storytelling today, and let me tell you, it's all about finding those gems in your life that connect us all. Our guest shares some solid wisdom: when you meet folks whose talents you admire, don't just admire from afar—team up and create something awesome together. We chat about the beauty of storytelling as a means to foster understanding and kindness in a world that can feel a bit chaotic and divided. Plus, there's no shortage of laughs as we swap tales, from Mick Jagger and Keith Richards' fateful meeting to personal experiences that highlight the power of a little kindness. So grab your coffee, kick back, and let's explore how your own story can be just as impactful as the legends we all know. Nothing hits quite like a good story, right? That's what we dive into today, talking about how storytelling isn't just for the pros; it's something we all can and should embrace. The guest, Neil, shares some juicy wisdom that you might want to jot down. He argues that in our fast-paced world, the simple act of connecting through stories can bridge gaps between people, just like how a campfire brings folks together on a chilly night. We chat about the importance of recognizing the talents around us, and how collaboration can lead to unexpected partnerships, like a fateful meeting on the subway between two future rock legends. It's a reminder that you never know where your next great connection might come from! Plus, there's a real-life anecdote about kindness that'll tug at your heartstrings. Neil recounts a moment at the LAX, where a little humor turned a tense situation into a moment of joy. This episode isn't just about storytelling; it's about the human experience and how sharing those experiences can be transformative. We get into the nitty-gritty of why your story matters, no matter how mundane you think it might be. Everyone has a narrative worth telling, and Neil emphasizes that the mundane can be just as meaningful as the extraordinary. So, if you've ever doubted the power of your story, this episode is for you. Tune in and get ready to reflect on your life's little moments and how they can connect you to others on a deeper level. It's all about kindness and the magic of storytelling!Links referenced in this episode:storyfire.netMentioned in this episode:My friend Dr. Noah St. John calls this 'the invisible brake.' He's giving our listeners a free Revenue Ceiling Audit to help you see what's REALLY holding you back. You'll also get a FREE 30-day membership to Noah Bot, giving you access to Dr. Noah's 30 years of experience to help you reach your next level. But hurry, because there are only 50 available this month. So if you're tired of being stuck at the same revenue level and want to finally break through, get your FREE Revenue Ceiling Audit at https://www.noahvault.com?aff=d28bf6c78150c7f09896297dfe1701c1cd191ac6fc9976779212cec5d38e94d6

The Book of Devarim is full of stories we've already heard. Yet Moshe tells them again, choosing carefully what to emphasize. He isn't changing the facts. He's teaching us that the meaning of our lives depends on the story we choose to tell about them. A child falls while learning to ride a bicycle. Is that a story of failure, or the first step toward independence? Moshe tells us how God refused his request to enter the Land of Israel, yet he also shows us how to see the blessing he was given instead, and how to understand his life's mission in a new way. As Tisha B'Av approaches, the Talmud offers us two models to remember the destruction of Jerusalem. We use both. We begin by mourning with the rabbis who weep over what was lost. We end with Rabbi Akiva, who laughs because he sees in those same ruins the certainty of redemption. The facts have not changed. But the ending has. And the story we choose to tell shapes the people we become. Michael Whitman is the senior rabbi of ADATH Congregation in Hampstead, Quebec, and an adjunct professor at McGill University Faculty of Law. ADATH is a modern orthodox synagogue community in suburban Montreal, providing Judaism for the next generation. We take great pleasure in welcoming everyone with a warm smile, while sharing inspiration through prayer, study, and friendship. Rabbi Whitman shares his thoughts and inspirations through online lectures and shiurim, which are available on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5FLcsC6xz5TmkirT1qObkA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adathmichael/ Podcast - Mining the Riches of the Parsha: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mining-the-riches-of-the-parsha/id1479615142?fbclid=IwAR1c6YygRR6pvAKFvEmMGCcs0Y6hpmK8tXzPinbum8drqw2zLIo7c9SR-jc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hWYhCG5GR8zygw4ZNsSmO Please contact Rabbi Whitman (michael@adath.ca) with any questions or feedback, or to receive a daily email, "Study with Rabbi Whitman Today," with current and past insights for that day, video, and audio, all in one short email sent directly to your inbox.

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Following Bruce's appearance, the panel reflects on what they heard, what remains unanswered, and where the situation may go from here. The conversation explores credibility, responsibility, law enforcement, missing information, and the challenges of forming conclusions when key pieces of the story remain unknown. The panel also discusses the role of the mysterious third party at the center of the dispute and whether the truth can ever be fully uncovered. As the dust settles, one thing becomes clear: there are still more questions than answers. Sports cards is a lifestyle. Follow Jeremy on Instagram:@jlee_sportscardslive@jlee_cards Subscribe to Sports Cards Live on YouTube. Take the Hobby Spectrum assessment:thehobbyspectrum.com Buy Pops & Comps: Insights, Truths and Psychology Behind the Numbers that Drive the Sports Card Market on Amazon. Listen to Sports Cards Live on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're ranking stories once again, including some Spidey Super-Stories!We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!Join the WRA Patreon to help us keep doing the show and get rewards!

This week after a 2x no show guest we decide to just record an episode amongst ourselves to celebrate Three seasons of the Show! It's been a lot of Fun, and we have met some pretty Incredible people!!!! We enjoy every episode and Every Story! With the addition of Facebook, we hope to keep brining you new stories every week!Thank you so much to our listeners and as always Thanks for tuning in!!!!

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Join founding pastor, Josh Yerton as he leads us in discussion "Honor Every Story".

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From a poem written in Sweden to a hymn sung around the world, How Great Thou Art has a remarkable story.

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Send us Fan MailThere is never just one side to a story. Every situation has layers and emotions behind it. I often say there are three stories — one person's side, the other person's side, and the truth somewhere in between. Yet even then, there is still another layer, another story waiting to be told. The more we listen and try to understand, the more we see that stories are complicated, and the truth isn't always just one thing. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/

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We're back and we're rankin' on this extra-sized special, including several stories from The Gauntlet!We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!Join the WRA Patreon to help us keep doing the show and get rewards!

Subscribe for more Videos: http://www.youtube.com/c/PlantationSDAChurchTV Deeper Dive Theme: Pastor Wintley Phipps shares never heard before stories about how God has blessed him through the years including life changing advice from Jesse Jackson Episode Title: In Every Story God Gets The Glory Host: Roxanne Lawrence Guest: Pastor Wintley Phipps Date: February 25, 2026 Tags: #psdatv #glory #story #song #hymn #praise #testimony #trust #witness #faith #sing #testify For more life lessons and inspirational content, please visit us at http://www.plantationsda.tv. Church Copyright License (CCLI): 1659090 CCLI Streaming Plus License: 21338439Support the show: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANTBMV/envelope/startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe for more Videos: http://www.youtube.com/c/PlantationSDAChurchTV Deeper Dive Theme: Pastor Wintley Phipps shares never heard before stories about how God has blessed him through the years including life changing advice from Jesse Jackson Episode Title: In Every Story God Gets The Glory Host: Roxanne Lawrence Guest: Pastor Wintley Phipps Date: February 25, 2026 Tags: #psdatv #glory #story #song #hymn #praise #testimony #trust #witness #faith #sing #testify For more life lessons and inspirational content, please visit us at http://www.plantationsda.tv. Church Copyright License (CCLI): 1659090 CCLI Streaming Plus License: 21338439Support the show: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANTBMV/envelope/startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe for more Videos: http://www.youtube.com/c/PlantationSDAChurchTV Theme: This Is My Story This Is My Song Speaker: Pastor Wintley Phipps Title: In Every Story God Gets The Glory Key text: https://www.bible.com/bible/114/PSA.66.16.NKJVhttps://www.bible.com/bible/114/PSA.40.3.NKJV Bulletin/Notes: http://bible.com/events/49567334 Date: February 21, 2026 Tags: #psdatv #glory #story #song #hymn #praise #testimony #trust #witness #faith #sing #testify For more life lessons and inspirational content, please visit us at http://www.plantationsda.tv. Church Copyright License (CCLI): 1659090 CCLI Streaming Plus License: 21338439Support the show: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANTBMV/envelope/startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Slamfest Podcast brings the premier rock concert pregaming experience from the parking lot to the podcasting airwaves. Episode 295 - This was Brad's second time seeing this big band from the early 90's and his first and only time seeing a show in this venue. He saw Extreme perform their biggest album, Extreme II: Pornograffitti, in its entirety at the Firekeeper's Casino in Battle Creek, MI on 1/31/15.  He welcomes Sonny "Hollywood" Pooni to recap this show and talk about Extreme.  For the Band on the Bill Spotlight, they rank the songs from Extreme's sophomore studio album, Extreme II: Pornograffitti, from 13 to 1.  After a Slamfest Tip of the Week, they are faced with a "Which Side are you On?" Side 1, 2  or 3 from from Extreme's third studio album, III Sides to Every Story, from 1992. Music in this episode by:ExtremeBon JoviMotorheadSkid RowBlack SabbathKissOzzyVisit the Slamfest Podcast online at: https://slamfest-podcast.simplecast.comRequest to join the Slamfest Podcast private Facebook page here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/slamfestpodcastE-mail us at : slamfestpodcast@gmail.comVisit Sonny "Hollywood" Pooni at Growin' Up Rock and Podcast Rock City:https://growinuprock.com/https://www.facebook.com/growinuprock

Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, JP Rindfleisch, and Kevin Tumlinson as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including stories about Substack TV, Spotify, and a £50,000 ‘reader-led' writing prize. Then, stick around for a chat with Samantha Sotto Yambao!Samantha Sotto Yambao is a professional daydreamer, aspiring time traveler, and speculative fiction writer based in Manila. She is the Sunday Times, USA Today, and Indie List Bestselling author of Water Moon, Before Ever After, Love and Gravity, A Dream of Trees, and The Beginning of Always. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Another fun-filled episode of Nerds Talking is here, and Lafayette and Carlos are back with the latest buzz in entertainment—served up with laughs, sharp takes, and plenty of nerdy insight.This week, the crew introduces a brand-new game: The One Word Movie Game. You get three words—can you name the movie? Play along at home and see if you can keep up as Lafayette and Carlos put their film knowledge to the test.Next up, they dive into a spoiler-conscious review of the Netflix limited series His & Hers, a tense mystery where a journalist returns to her hometown to investigate a murder—only to clash with a suspicious detective. With two sides to every story and the haunting sense that someone is lying, the conversation digs into performances, pacing, and what makes this thriller tick.Lafayette then brings his thoughts on the film Nuremberg, breaking down its themes, storytelling, and historical weight, while Carlos follows up with a review of The Wrath of Becky, unpacking its brutal energy, dark humor, and why it stands out as a revenge thriller.This episode is especially close to our hearts, as it is dedicated to our friend and former co-host, Hugh McChord. We take a moment to remember Hugh, share memories, and honor the impact he had on the show and all of us. Rest in peace, friend—you are truly missed.Tune in for laughs, memories, heartfelt moments, and everything you love about Nerds Talking. Don't miss this one.#NerdsTalking #PodcastLife #EntertainmentPodcast #MovieReviews #TVReviews #FilmNerds #NetflixReview #OneWordMovieGame #GeekCulture #InMemory #HughMcChord #RestInPeace #NerdHumor #PopCulturePodcast

“Every Story Is A Love Story” Join me and my good friend and guest Barnet Bain (BarnetBain.com), a Canadian filmmaker, author, and educator. His film credits include “Milton's Secret” (director, writer), Academy Award winner “What Dreams May Come” (producer), Emmy Award nominee for Outstanding TV Movie “Homeless to Harvard” (executive producer), “The Celestine Prophecy” (writer, producer), and “Jesus,” translated into more than 2,245 languages and often cited as the most widely seen film in history by The New York Times. We discuss his newest book How to Be a Friend (in an Unfriendly World), a heartfelt guide to practicing friendship in all its forms. SHOW NOTES SPONSORED BY: Power of You! Find out more at https://leader.blainebartlett.com/power-of-you Summary In this engaging conversation, Blaine and Barnet Bain explore the profound themes of friendship, connection, and personal growth. Barnet shares the inspiration behind his book How to Be a Friend (in an Unfriendly World) and delves into the complexities of unconditional love, the nature of true friendship, and the purpose of these relationships in our lives. The discussion emphasizes the importance of nurturing deep connections and the transformative power of friendship as a means of awakening and personal development. Takeaways Friendship requires active nurturing and commitment. Unconditional love can be challenged by personal judgments. True friendship is non-transactional and prioritizes connection. Friendship serves as a lab for personal awakening. Compassion and understanding grow from shared experiences. The essence of friendship is rooted in love and connection. Friendship can transcend differences in beliefs and opinions. Awakening often occurs through relationships with others. The purpose of friendship is to help us discover who we are. Every story in life is fundamentally a love story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Merry Ranksmas! We're ranking some holiday-themed stories to close out the year on this ESE special...when we're not talking about Margaritaville.We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!Join the WRA Patreon to help us keep doing the show and get rewards!

Send us a textWe share a warm holiday intro, then dive into Kendall Cherry's practical playbook for selling through story. We unpack case studies that convert, day-in-the-life frameworks, attraction and repelling, and how a content ecosystem can replace most sales calls.• using bottom-of-funnel case studies that show the real before and after• writing day-in-the-life and vision casting stories with concrete detail• threading offers into every post with subtle, soft selling• attracting right-fit buyers while repelling poor fits to save time• designing a no-calls-needed sales ecosystem with guides, forms, and video proposals• staying consistent instead of relying on referrals and launch spikes• sharing processed lessons learned without performative vulnerability• leveraging a unique origin story as your competitive moat• aligning sales design with energy, values, and delivery modelSo now that this episode is over, this is what I want you to do. Audit your content. Does every post that you've created in the last seven days, let's say, subtly sell? Are you hinting or nodding or threading your offer into the content and the stories that you're telling? Incorporate storytelling in your marketing, particularly around client case studies, so people can visualize themselves in the place of your current clients. Clarify your messaging to both attract and repel potential clients. It will save you so much time on unnecessary sales calls. Build a streamlined sales process that works for you. So everybody's sales process is a little different. You need it to work for the life that you have and your business and your offers. So build one that you actually love. And last, embrace the long game, nurture leads so they become ready to work with you. You love all things tiny marketing. Head down to the show notes page and sign up for the wait list to join the Tiny Marketing Club, where you get to work one on one with me with trainings, feedback, and pop up coaching that will help you scale your marketing as a B2B service business.Join my events community for FREE monthly events.I offer free events each month to help you master your business's growth through marketing, sales, systems, and offer strategy. Join the community here! Are you tired of prospects ghosting you? With a Gateway Offer, that won't happen.Over the next Ten Days, we will launch and sell our Gateway Offers with the goal of reaching booked-out status!Join the challenge here.Support the showSchedule a Booked-out Blueprint >>> Schedule.Come tour my digital home :) >>>WebsiteWanna be friends? >>> LinkedInLet's chat every Tuesday! >>> NewsletterCatch the video podcast on YouTube >>>YouTubeJoin my event group for live events >>>Meetup

PRE-ORDER HOLY GHOSTED HERE! https://www.amazon.com/Holy-Ghosted-Teaches-Surviving-Spiritual/dp/1636415431    Monologue: Autumn encapsulates her family's views on their Christmas season traditions.   Message: Autumn dives deep into the history embedded in the beginning of the gospel according to Luke, and she imparts wisdom for believers today and how to handle the Herod in their stories.    Testimony: Autumn shares her heartfelt gratitude for all of YOUR immense support this year, from listening to the show to pre-ordering her book and all the other ways you support Autumn Miles Ministries.    Bible References Luke 1 Matthew 1   Links from the show BOOKS: www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: autumnmiles.square.site   If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com   If you have a suggestion for the ministry, a question for Autumn, a testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com    Join us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutumnMiles   Click here to join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content! If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, click here to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!

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This month, we get another story into the top 100 and rank some first appearances of Batman villains, along with much more!We're rating even more swords on this week's show, including one that slayed a Gorgon, one that's all too real, one that we don't even have a picture of, and a couple that come in pieces.We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!

Listen to today's podcast... I belong to the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers. As one of our chapter presidents, it was obvious that we were not the association of professional listeners. It took forever to get everyone focused to begin our events, as the chatter was so extensive. Listening can be hard for us to do. It is an investment that sometimes we are not willing to make and because of this, we may miss out on hearing the other person's story. Originally this week was initiated to encourage people to interview a loved one, friend, or member of your community and to share this story with others. The feeling was that every story matters, and they need to be shared Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Better Conversations Week: Ask people about their journey and experiences and really listen in Interview a friend or family member. Record the interview and then share it with others. By really listening to these stories, you will be conveying that they matter. This may be the most meaningful time you spend with someone all year. If you like today's resiliency tips, let me know. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Wolfgang Hammer - The Power of Story - [Invest Like the Best, EP.447] My guest today is my friend Wolfgang Hammer. Wolfgang is a successful film producer and executive who helped create House of Cards and ran several major studios, including Lionsgate, CBS Films and Miramax. He's now building a new kind of film studio with support from Mitch Lasky and Marc Andreessen. Wolfgang also helps founders and CEOs use storytelling to better understand what they do, and why it matters. In many ways, this conversation is a manual for how to find that story and communicate it in a way that resonates. Wolfgang shares the questions and tools he gives leaders to help them do the same. Our conversation explores how stories work, what great ones have in common, and why understanding your own story can be transformative. We talk about the three layers every story must have — the external, the emotional, and the philosophical — and how they apply to building companies and leading people. So many CEOs — at both startups and massive fortune 100 companies — have Wolfgang to thank for changing how they think and talk about their business, and I hope this episode gives you the tools to do the same. Please enjoy my conversation with the great Wolfgang Hammer. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Ramp's mission is to help companies manage their spend in a way that reduces expenses and frees up time for teams to work on more valuable projects. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/invest to sign up for free and get a $250 welcome bonus. – This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ AlphaSense⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. AlphaSense has completely transformed the research process with cutting-edge AI technology and a vast collection of top-tier, reliable business content. Invest Like the Best listeners can get a free trial now at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Alpha-Sense.com/Invest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and experience firsthand how AlphaSense and Tegus help you make smarter decisions faster. –- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ridgeline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Ridgeline has built a complete, real-time, modern operating system for investment managers. It handles trading, portfolio management, compliance, customer reporting, and much more through an all-in-one real-time cloud platform. Head to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ridgelineapps.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the platform. ----- Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thepodcastconsultant.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best (00:05:46) Meet Wolfgang Hammer (00:06:49) How to Tell Your Story (00:08:34) The Three Layers of Every Story (00:11:26) What a Good Story Unlocks (00:14:03) Applying Storytelling Principles to Business (00:18:48) Lessons From Filmmaking for CEOs (00:24:10) Everything is a Death Project (00:26:27) What Makes a Great Story (00:32:18) The Role of Status (00:33:12) Building a New Kind of Film Studio (00:36:44) The Version of Your Story so Big it Terrifies You (00:40:58) Grand Unified Theory (00:43:27) The Kindest Thing

Time for more rankings, and it's specifically time for Every Spooky Ever! Listen as we rank some monstrous comic stories, some moreso than others!We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!Join the WRA Patreon to help us keep doing the show and get rewards!

Learn the five key plot points that turn struggling manuscripts into finished novels—and exactly where they need to appear in your story structure.Have you ever felt like your story just isn't clicking, no matter how much effort you've put into it? Maybe you've polished your prose, developed your characters, and built an intriguing world—but something still feels off.In this episode, I sat down with Kristina Stanley—award-winning author, fiction editor, and founder of Fictionary—to uncover the structural secrets that transform good stories into unforgettable ones.Here's what we discussed:[03:15] Why your beautifully written novel might feel "stuck" despite compelling characters—and the structural secret that transforms wandering manuscripts into page-turners[05:45] The five essential scenes that form every successful novel's backbone, including the exact percentages where they should appear in your manuscript[23:45] Why the midpoint is where most novels soar or lose their way—and how to create the shift that keeps readers hooked through Act Two[30:30] Plot Point 2's dual purpose that most writers miss: combining your darkest moment with the crucial information needed for the climax[34:30] How to craft climaxes that satisfy readers by answering your story's central question (not just adding exciting action scenes)Plus, Kristina shares her "story test" for evaluating your manuscript and explains why fixing structure before polishing prose will save you months of revision time.

It's time to rank more comic book stories, including a truly bananas backup about Lil' Silver Sable.We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!Join the WRA Patreon to help us keep doing the show and get rewards!

Time to rank stories once again, with stories from Matt Wagner and several creators who disappeared in the Bermuda Triangle!We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!Join the WRA Patreon to help us keep doing the show and get rewards!

Time to rank more stories! This time, we're taking on some Dragon Ball, a PSA comic, Batman just before "Year One," and much more!We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!

Join Pastor Bobby John Stevens for the 2nd installment of the all-new series entitled: "Kingdom Stories".

Join Pastor Bobby John Stevens for the 2nd installment of the all-new series entitled: "Kingdom Stories".

Do you long to go deeper in your faith and help your children fall in love with Scripture — not just the stories, but the whole story?  Today Zach Windahl shares what led him to dedicate years to studying scripture. He emphasizes the importance of simplifying the Bible for others, particularly for those who feel overwhelmed or confused. After moving to Australia and enrolling in a transformative Bible study program, everything changed. He discovered how the entire Bible connects — from Genesis to Revelation — and how understanding Scripture through a Hebrew lens opens up a whole new depth of meaning. The Bible isn't random. Every story, every verse, every command points to Jesus. Here is some of what we cover:  Why modeling your faith matters more than preaching to your kids The difference between a Greek vs. Hebrew mindset when reading Scripture What to do when Christian culture and actual Jesus living don't align Connect with Zach Windahl:  Website:  Zach Windahl Facebook: Zach Windahl | Facebook Instagram:  Zach Windahl (@zachwindahl) Links Mentioned:   The Bible, Simplified: By Zach Windahl The Bible Study: By Zach Windahl See the Good: By Zach Windahl Practicing the Way: By John Mark Comer Revolutionary Parenting: By George Barna Zach Windahl – The Brand Sunday Related Episodes: Consistency in Bible Study :: Katie Orr [Ep 352] Every Mom a Theologian :: Phylicia Masonheimer [Ep 389] Why Read the Entire Bible :: Tara Leigh Cobble [Ep 312] Featured Sponsors:  Thrive Causemetics: Try your new trusty favorites with an exclusive set for our listeners. New customers can get the Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara and a mini-sized Brillian Eye Brightener at a special set price with free shipping available at thrivecausemetics.com/DMA or save 20% off your first order.  Outschool: Get $30 off your families first month of Outschool when you use our link: https://outschool.com/DMA and use code DMA at checkout Hiya: We've worked out a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/DMA. This deal is not available on their regular website.  Find links to this week's sponsors and unique promo codes at dontmomalone.com/sponsors. 

Time to rank stories once again, including one 2000s Avengers story we'd rather not.We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!

That's right! It's May! And we're ranking stories, including some classic Tim Drake Robin stuff.We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!

Time to rank more comic book stories on this month's special, including some Punisher, some Spider-Man and some Elseworlds!We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!

On this month's special, we start with a debate about a comic strip and end...with a debate about three comic strips. And in the meantime, we cross 1,600 ranked comics!We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!