Podcasts about family ties

2. Guest Author: Victor Davis Hanson. Headline: Immigration, Amnesty, and the Erosion of Citizenship. Summary: Hanson critiques the 1965 Hart-Celler Act and subsequent amnesties for prioritizing family ties over merit and failing to secure the border. He argues that the resulting influx of illegal immigration serves corporate demand for cheap labor and political desire for new voters, ultimately undermining the value of American citizenship.1920 BRYAN SPEAKING IN MANHATTAN

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Café Conversations: Choosing Adventure Over Comfort Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-01-23-23-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: En una tarda freda d'hivern a Barcelona, el Barri Gòtic estava embolcallat per una atmosfera màgica.En: On a cold winter afternoon in Barcelona, the Barri Gòtic was wrapped in a magical atmosphere.Ca: Els llums de Nadal encara penjaven als carrers, il·luminant les pedres antigues amb un caliu especial.En: The Christmas lights still hung in the streets, illuminating the ancient stones with a special warmth.Ca: Al cafè Coeli, l'aroma de cafè acabat de fer s'enredava amb el murmuri suau de les converses.En: At Cafè Coeli, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the gentle murmur of conversations.Ca: Era el lloc perfecte per a Martí, Laia i Aleix per trobar-se.En: It was the perfect place for Martí, Laia, and Aleix to meet.Ca: Martí seia a la taula, mirant per la finestra, pensatiu.En: Martí was sitting at the table, looking out the window, thoughtful.Ca: Tenia una oferta de treball allunyada de casa, a l'estranger, i no sabia què fer.En: He had a job offer far from home, abroad, and he didn't know what to do.Ca: Laia, la seva germana, el mirava amb afecte i preocupació.En: Laia, his sister, looked at him with affection and concern.Ca: A la seva esquerra, Aleix, el seu cosí, estava entusiasmat, com sempre, explicant una aventura recent pel sud d'Itàlia.En: To his left, Aleix, his cousin, was enthusiastic as always, recounting a recent adventure in the south of Italy.Ca: —Martí —va dir Laia suaument—, què et fa tanta por d'anar-te'n? Has treballat molt per aquesta oportunitat.En: “Martí,” said Laia softly, “what makes you so afraid to leave? You've worked hard for this opportunity."Ca: Martí va sospirar. —No ho sé, Laia. Em costa deixar-vos enrere. I si fallo? I si no m'acostumo? La família és important per a mi.En: Martí sighed. “I don't know, Laia. It's hard to leave you all behind. What if I fail? What if I don't get used to it? Family is important to me."Ca: Aleix va somriure, omplint la sala amb la seva energia.En: Aleix smiled, filling the room with his energy.Ca: —Mira, Martí, recordes quan vaig anar a Austràlia? No sabia ni l'idioma, però ho vaig fer.En: “Look, Martí, remember when I went to Australia? I didn't even know the language, but I did it.Ca: Al començament em sentia tan sol, però després, les experiències van ser increïbles. Vaig créixer molt.En: At first, I felt so lonely, but then the experiences were incredible. I grew a lot."Ca: Aleix va dir això amb una brillantor als ulls que va fer Martí pensar.En: Aleix said this with a sparkle in his eyes that made Martí think.Ca: Potser marxar no era deixar la família per sempre.En: Maybe leaving wasn't about abandoning the family forever.Ca: Potser era créixer i després tornar més sàvi.En: Maybe it was about growing and then returning wiser.Ca: —Pensa-ho així —va afegir Aleix—. Els bons moments aquí, a casa, no s'acabaran perquè te'n vagis un temps.En: “Think of it this way,” Aleix added, “the good times here, at home, won't end because you leave for a while.Ca: Tornaràs, enriquit i amb moltes històries per explicar.En: You'll come back, enriched and with many stories to tell."Ca: Laia va assentir amb serenitat.En: Laia nodded with serenity.Ca: —Això mateix, Martí. I nosaltres sempre estarem aquí.En: “Exactly, Martí. And we will always be here.”Ca: Martí va mirar la seva germana i el seu cosí, sentint una calidesa al cor.En: Martí looked at his sister and cousin, feeling warmth in his heart.Ca: Se sentia menys poruc i més disposat a afrontar el que vingués.En: He felt less fearful and more ready to face whatever came.Ca: Va decidir que la vida era per a viure-la, i de vegades, amb grans riscos arriben grans premis.En: He decided that life was meant to be lived, and sometimes, with great risks come great rewards.Ca: —Ho faré —va dir finalment Martí, amb seguretat.En: “I'll do it,” Martí finally said confidently.Ca: —Acceptaré la feina i viuré aquesta aventura.En: “I'll accept the job and live this adventure.Ca: Però prometo tornar sovint.En: But I promise to come back often.”Ca: Laia va somriure, orgullosa, mentre Aleix alçava la seva tassa de cafè per brindar.En: Laia smiled, proud, while Aleix raised his cup of coffee to toast.Ca: Làtic de fons del cafè va omplir l'estança mentre el trio celebrava la decisió de Martí, sabent que futures aventures tornarien a reunir-los.En: The background noise of the café filled the room as the trio celebrated Martí's decision, knowing that future adventures would bring them together again.Ca: A aquell cafè del Barri Gòtic, enmig de l'hivern, Martí va trobar el coratge per mirar cap a un futur incert, amb confiança i esperit aventurer.En: In that café in the Barri Gòtic, in the middle of winter, Martí found the courage to look toward an uncertain future with confidence and an adventurous spirit. Vocabulary Words:afternoon: la tardaatmosphere: l'atmosferastones: les pedresaroma: l'aromawindow: la finestrathoughtful: pensatiu/pensativaabroad: a l'estrangeroffer: l'ofertaconcern: la preocupacióadventure: l'aventurasparkle: una brillantorlonely: sol/solaenriched: enriquit/enriquidacourage: el coratgemurmur: el murmurigentle: suaucoffee: el cafèenthusiastic: entusiasmat/entusiasmadafearful: poruc/porugaenergy: l'energialanguage: la llenguaafraid: poruc/porugaexperiences: les experièncieswise: savi/sàviarewards: els premisconfidently: amb seguretatpromise: la promesanoise: el làticspirit: l'esperitwinter: l'hivern

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Freja's Heartfelt Choice: Between Dreams and Family Ties Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-23-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Freja trak sin uldne hat længere ned over ørene.En: Freja pulled her woolen hat further down over her ears.Da: Vinden blæste skarpt langs Nyhavns kanal, men lyset fra de mange juledekorationer kastede en varm glød over det hele.En: The wind blew sharply along Nyhavn's canal, but the light from the many Christmas decorations cast a warm glow over everything.Da: Det var en kold vinterdag, men humøret var højt.En: It was a cold winter day, but the mood was high.Da: Freja, Nikolaj og deres lillesøster Sofie havde en hyggelig dag sammen.En: Freja, Nikolaj, and their little sister Sofie were having a cozy day together.Da: De gik langs de farverige huse, som turistbåde sejlede stille forbi.En: They walked along the colorful houses as tourist boats quietly sailed by.Da: Freja smilede til Sofie, der grinte af noget Nikolaj havde sagt.En: Freja smiled at Sofie, who laughed at something Nikolaj had said.Da: Sofie bar en stor rød hue, næsten for stor til hendes lille hoved, men den passede perfekt til hende.En: Sofie wore a big red hat, almost too big for her little head, but it suited her perfectly.Da: Hendes begejstring for dagen var smittende.En: Her enthusiasm for the day was contagious.Da: Freja havde en knude i maven, som hun ikke kunne ignorere.En: Freja had a knot in her stomach that she couldn't ignore.Da: Hun havde modtaget et jobtilbud fra en prestigefyldt virksomhed i London.En: She had received a job offer from a prestigious company in London.Da: Det var en drøm, som kunne åbne nye døre.En: It was a dream that could open new doors.Da: Men hendes familie betød alt for hende.En: But her family meant everything to her.Da: Hun var tynget af skyldfølelse ved tanken om at rejse væk fra dem.En: She was weighed down with guilt at the thought of moving away from them.Da: Da de satte sig på en bænk ved kanalen for at tage en pause, rynkede Nikolaj panden og bemærkede hendes stilhed.En: As they sat on a bench by the canal to take a break, Nikolaj frowned and noticed her silence.Da: "Freja, hvad går du og tænker på?"En: "Freja, what are you thinking about?"Da: spurgte han.En: he asked.Da: Freja tøvede.En: Freja hesitated.Da: Grundet brød hun stilheden.En: Slowly she broke the silence.Da: "Jeg har fået et jobtilbud i London," sagde hun forsigtigt.En: "I've gotten a job offer in London," she said cautiously.Da: "Men det betyder, at jeg skal flytte."En: "But it means I have to move."Da: Nikolaj nikkede langsomt.En: Nikolaj nodded slowly.Da: "Det er en fantastisk mulighed, Freja.En: "That's a fantastic opportunity, Freja.Da: Men du er bange for, hvad familien vil tænke."En: But you're afraid of what the family will think."Da: Freja sukkede og så ud over vandet.En: Freja sighed and looked out over the water.Da: "Ja.En: "Yes.Da: Jeg ved ikke, hvordan mor og far vil tage det."En: I don't know how mom and dad will take it."Da: Nikolaj sad et øjeblik stille.En: Nikolaj sat quietly for a moment.Da: Han tog blidt Frejas hånd.En: He gently took Freja's hand.Da: "Du skal gøre, hvad der gør dig lykkelig.En: "You must do what makes you happy.Da: Vi vil altid være her.En: We will always be here.Da: Du kan komme hjem og besøge os, når du vil."En: You can come home and visit us whenever you want."Da: Freja følte sig pludselig lettere.En: Freja suddenly felt lighter.Da: Nikolaj havde altid været hendes støtte, og hans ord gav hende den tillid, hun manglede.En: Nikolaj had always been her support, and his words gave her the confidence she lacked.Da: De sad der i stilhed og lod vinden bære bekymringerne væk.En: They sat there in silence, letting the wind carry their worries away.Da: Da de rejste sig og fortsatte deres gåtur, var Frejas skridt lettere.En: As they got up and continued their walk, Freja's steps were lighter.Da: Hun vidste, hvad hun skulle gøre.En: She knew what she had to do.Da: Freja fortalte senere sine forældre om beslutningen.En: Freja later told her parents about her decision.Da: Hun blev overrasket over deres støtte.En: She was surprised by their support.Da: De forstod hendes drømme og var stolte af, at hun turde følge dem.En: They understood her dreams and were proud that she dared to follow them.Da: Selvom Freja snart skulle afsted til London, vidste hun, at Nyhavn, med dens farverige huse og minder, altid ville være hendes hjem.En: Even though Freja would soon leave for London, she knew that Nyhavn, with its colorful houses and memories, would always be her home.Da: Hun glædede sig til nye eventyr, mens hun bevarede stærke bånd til sin familie.En: She looked forward to new adventures while maintaining strong ties to her family.Da: Freja gik fremtiden i møde med modet hun først fandt ved vandet i Nyhavn.En: Freja faced the future with the courage she first found by the water in Nyhavn. Vocabulary Words:woolen: uldneblew: blæstesharp: skarptcanal: kanalglow: glødenthusiasm: begejstringcontagious: smittendeknot: knudeprestigious: prestigefyldtguilt: skyldfølelsehesitated: tøvedecautiously: forsigtigtopportunity: mulighedafraid: bangegently: blidtlighter: lettereconfidence: tillidsupport: støttefrowned: rynkede pandensilence: stilheddecoration: dekorationercolorful: farverigebenches: bænkadventures: eventyrtied: bundetmaintain: bevarecourage: modnoticed: bemærkededreams: drømmeproud: stolte

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Snowstorm Revelations: Bridging Family Gaps in the Veluwe Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-01-21-08-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De lucht was grijs boven Nationaal Park De Hoge Veluwe.En: The sky was gray above Nationaal Park De Hoge Veluwe.Nl: Een dekentje van sneeuw bedekte de bomen en paden, wat het landschap in het hart van Nederland een rustige, bijna magische aanblik gaf.En: A blanket of snow covered the trees and paths, giving the landscape in the heart of the Netherlands a peaceful, almost magical appearance.Nl: Sanne, Bram en hun moeder Maud stapten voorzichtig uit de auto.En: Sanne, Bram, and their mother Maud stepped carefully out of the car.Nl: Hun adem hing als wolkjes in de koude lucht.En: Their breath hung like little clouds in the cold air.Nl: Maud probeerde de frisse sfeer te omarmen en zei met een glimlach: "Vandaag wordt geweldig.En: Maud tried to embrace the fresh atmosphere and said with a smile, "Today will be great.Nl: Eerst het Kröller-Müller Museum en daarna warme chocolademelk."En: First the Kröller-Müller Museum and then some hot chocolate."Nl: Haar moedige poging om een vrolijke stemming te creëren, voelde voor Bram echter geforceerd.En: Her brave attempt to create a cheerful mood felt forced to Bram, however.Nl: Hij sloeg zijn armen over elkaar en knikte kort, maar zijn blik bleef naar de witte grond gericht.En: He crossed his arms and nodded briefly, but his gaze remained fixed on the white ground.Nl: Sanne schraapte haar keel en keek naar haar broer.En: Sanne cleared her throat and looked at her brother.Nl: "Bram, heb je al gehoord over de Van Gogh-collectie hier?"En: "Bram, have you heard about the Van Gogh collection here?"Nl: vroeg ze, haar best doend om enthousiasme in haar stem te leggen.En: she asked, doing her best to infuse enthusiasm into her voice.Nl: "Ik weet hoe je van geschiedenis houdt.En: "I know you love history.Nl: Misschien kunnen we samen iets nieuws ontdekken."En: Maybe we can discover something new together."Nl: Bram haalde zijn schouders op.En: Bram shrugged.Nl: "Is goed," mompelde hij zonder overtuiging.En: "Alright," he mumbled without conviction.Nl: Sanne voelde een pijnlijke knoop in haar maag.En: Sanne felt a painful knot in her stomach.Nl: Het was moeilijker dan verwacht om de oude band met haar broer te herstellen sinds de scheiding.En: It was harder than expected to restore the old bond with her brother since the divorce.Nl: Ze liepen naar binnen, verwelkomd door de warmte van het museum.En: They walked inside, welcomed by the warmth of the museum.Nl: Binnen de muren was kleurenpracht op de doeken te zien, een fel contrast met de winterbeelden buiten.En: Inside the walls, there was a vibrant display of colors on the canvases, in stark contrast to the winter scenes outside.Nl: Sanne lette steeds op Bram's gezicht, op zoek naar tekenen van zijn interesse.En: Sanne kept watching Bram's face, looking for signs of interest.Nl: Terwijl de tijd verstreek, merkte Sanne dat Bram meer oog kreeg voor details.En: As time passed, Sanne noticed that Bram paid more attention to the details.Nl: Dat motiveerde haar om het programma iets te wijzigen.En: This motivated her to adjust the program a bit.Nl: "Wil je stoppen bij de andere delen van het museum, Bram?En: "Do you want to stop by the other parts of the museum, Bram?Nl: Zo kunnen we rustig aan doen."En: That way we can take it easy."Nl: Tot haar verrassing keek Bram haar recht aan, knikte en zei: "Laten we dat doen."En: To her surprise, Bram looked her straight in the eye, nodded, and said, "Let's do that."Nl: Plots werd de rustige stilte buiten onderbroken door een sneeuwstorm.En: Suddenly, the quiet silence outside was interrupted by a snowstorm.Nl: Het zag er al snel naar uit dat ze vast kwamen te zitten.En: It quickly looked as if they were going to be stuck.Nl: Maud vond een gezellige plek in het museumcafé, waar ze zich met warme dekens omhulden.En: Maud found a cozy spot in the museum café, where they wrapped themselves in warm blankets.Nl: Ze begonnen verhalen te delen.En: They started sharing stories.Nl: Eerst Maud, dan Sanne; ze vertelden grappige anekdotes van vroeger.En: First Maud, then Sanne; they told funny anecdotes from the past.Nl: Langzaam kwam er een glimlach op Bram's gezicht, en toen begon ook hij verhalen te delen over school en vrienden.En: Slowly, a smile appeared on Bram's face, and then he began to share stories about school and friends.Nl: "Het is moeilijk, weet je, al die veranderingen," zei Bram.En: "It's tough, you know, all the changes," said Bram.Nl: Sanne legde haar hand op zijn arm.En: Sanne placed her hand on his arm.Nl: "Weet je, het is voor mij ook moeilijk.En: "You know, it's tough for me too.Nl: Maar ik ben blij dat we hier zijn, met z'n allen."En: But I'm glad we're here, all together."Nl: Het was een eenvoudig moment, maar een belangrijk begin.En: It was a simple moment, but an important beginning.Nl: Toen de sneeuwstorm eindelijk voorbij was, was er meer gesmolten dan enkel sneeuw.En: When the snowstorm finally passed, more than just snow had melted.Nl: De voorzichtige bruggen van begrip waren gesmeed.En: The cautious bridges of understanding had been forged.Nl: Sanne realiseerde zich dat wat ze vandaag geleerd had, precies was wat ze nodig had: loslaten en samen met het moment meegaan.En: Sanne realized that what she had learned today was precisely what she needed: to let go and go along with the moment.Nl: Bram ontdekte dat familie, hoe veranderd ook, nog steeds een bron van steun kon zijn.En: Bram discovered that family, however changed, could still be a source of support.Nl: Toen ze uiteindelijk naar huis reden, waren de wolkjes adem in de lucht gevuld met een nieuw soort warmte.En: When they finally drove home, the little clouds of breath in the air were filled with a new kind of warmth.Nl: Een warmte van verbondenheid, herontdekt en gekoesterd in het hart van een koude winterdag.En: A warmth of connection, rediscovered and cherished in the heart of a cold winter day. Vocabulary Words:blanket: dekentjelandscape: landschapembrace: omarmenatmosphere: sfeerenthusiasm: enthousiasmeconviction: overtuigingbond: bandrestore: herstellendetail: detailmotivate: motiverenprogram: programmacozy: gezelligeanecdote: anekdotefudge: knoeienknot: knoopshrug: haaldesurprise: verrassinggaze: blikconvivial: hartelijkenewfound: herontdektecherished: gekoesterdmelancholy: weemoedsupport: steunadjust: wijzigenconvivial: hartelijkvibrant: kleurenprachtcontrast: contrastforge: smedensource: bronsurpassing: overtreffend

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Rekindling Family Ties: A Homecoming in Oslo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-13-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Flyplassen var full av liv.En: The airport was full of life.No: Mennesker hastet forbi, alle med sine egne reisemål.En: People hurried by, each with their own destinations.No: Utenfor vinduene kunne man skimte snødekte trær i det fjerne.En: Outside the windows, one could glimpse snow-covered trees in the distance.No: Sindre sto midt i mylderet, hjertet slo raskt mens han ventet.En: Sindre stood amidst the hustle and bustle, his heart beating fast as he waited.No: Det var kaldt ute, og varmen fra flyplassen kjentes behagelig.En: It was cold outside, and the warmth of the airport felt pleasant.No: Sindre hadde vært borte i mange år.En: Sindre had been away for many years.No: Da foreldrene deres flyttet til utlandet, hadde han valgt å bli med.En: When their parents moved abroad, he had chosen to go with them.No: Men nå var han tilbake.En: But now he was back.No: Tilbake til Oslo og til alt det gamle.En: Back in Oslo and to everything old.No: Han var spent, men også nervøs.En: He was excited but also nervous.No: Hva ville søsknene hans tenke?En: What would his siblings think?No: Maja, den yngste, var den første som dukket opp.En: Maja, the youngest, was the first to appear.No: "Sindre!" ropte hun, full av glede.En: "Sindre!" she cried, full of joy.No: Herligheten i smilet hennes lettet Sindre sitt hjerte.En: The delight in her smile lifted Sindre's heart.No: De klemte hverandre hardt, begge to glade for å gjenforenes.En: They hugged each other tightly, both happy to be reunited.No: "Jeg har savnet deg," sa Maja, og Sindre kjente en klump i halsen.En: "I've missed you," said Maja, and Sindre felt a lump in his throat.No: Lars kom senere.En: Lars came later.No: Han var mer tilbakeholden.En: He was more reserved.No: "Hei, Sindre," sa han kort da han nådde fram.En: "Hi, Sindre," he said shortly when he reached them.No: Sindre visste at dette ville bli vanskeligere.En: Sindre knew this would be harder.No: Lars, som var den eldste av dem, hadde alltid vært skeptisk til Sindre sine valg.En: Lars, the oldest of them, had always been skeptical of Sindre's choices.No: De satte seg på en kafé på flyplassen.En: They sat down at a café in the airport.No: Maja pratet ivrig, mens Lars forble taus.En: Maja chatted eagerly, while Lars remained silent.No: Sindre visste at han måtte ta initiativet.En: Sindre knew he had to take the initiative.No: "Jeg vet at det har vært vanskelig," begynte han.En: "I know it's been difficult," he began.No: "Jeg vil forklare hvorfor jeg kom tilbake."En: "I want to explain why I came back."No: Lars så på Sindre, øynene var alvorlige.En: Lars looked at Sindre, his eyes serious.No: "Det må være en god grunn," sa Lars, det var litt frykt i stemmen.En: "It must be a good reason," said Lars, with a bit of fear in his voice.No: Maja klemte Sindre sin hånd under bordet.En: Maja squeezed Sindre's hand under the table.No: "Jeg har lært mye," fortsatte Sindre, "og jeg savnet dere.En: "I've learned a lot," continued Sindre, "and I missed you.No: Jeg ville hjem."En: I wanted to come home."No: Han fortalte om erfaringene sine i utlandet, om de gode og dårlige tidene.En: He told them about his experiences abroad, the good times and the bad.No: Om hvorfor han ønsket å være sammen med dem igjen.En: About why he wanted to be with them again.No: Lars lyttet, ansiktet hans myknet sakte opp.En: Lars listened, his face slowly softening.No: Samtalen ble mer åpen, mer ærlig.En: The conversation became more open, more honest.No: Brødrene begynte å snakke om ting de hadde unngått før.En: The brothers began to talk about things they had avoided before.No: Maja var glad; hun følte at familien begynte å samles igjen.En: Maja was happy; she felt that the family was starting to come together again.No: Lars så på Sindre med en ny forståelse.En: Lars looked at Sindre with a new understanding.No: "Vi kan prøve," sa han endelig.En: "We can try," he finally said.No: "Det vil ta tid, men vi kan prøve."En: "It will take time, but we can try."No: De avsluttet samtalen med håp.En: They ended the conversation with hope.No: Maja foreslo å lage en middag sammen neste helg.En: Maja suggested making a dinner together next weekend.No: De alle nikket, enige om at det var en god start.En: They all nodded, agreeing that it was a good start.No: Sindre følte en ny forbindelse til dem.En: Sindre felt a new connection to them.No: Det var en start, en ny begynnelse.En: It was a beginning, a new start.No: Utenfor fortsatte snøen å legge seg, som et teppe av nye muligheter.En: Outside, the snow continued to settle, like a blanket of new possibilities. Vocabulary Words:glimpse: skimteamidst: midt ihustle: mylderetbustle: mylderetheart: hjerteabroad: utlandetsiblings: søskennervous: nervøsskeptical: skeptiskreserved: tilbakeholdeninitiative: initiativetexperiences: erfaringenesoftening: myknet opphonest: ærligreunited: gjenforenesdelight: herlighetenlump: klumpserious: alvorligefear: fryktsettle: legge segpossibilities: muligheterglad: gladbeginning: begynnelsereasons: grunneneconnection: forbindelsecomforting: behageligjoy: gledeeagerly: ivrigavoided: unngåttunderstanding: forståelse

What does it look like to live with an empowered state of mind as a believer—especially when life feels overwhelming? In this Sunday Live, I kick off a brand new Bible study journey through the book of Philippians, exploring what it means to think and live as an overcomer in all things. After the Bible […]

Michael Gross (Family Ties, Tremors) comes to Podcasting After Dark and Two Dollar Late Fee to discuss his career on screen and much more! America's favorite “TV Dad”, Michael Gross joins Corey and Zak to reminisce on moments from his amazing career! They discuss the cultural phenomenon of Tremors, why Scott Valentine aka “Nick” was desperately needed on Family Ties, Michael's love of trains, favorite Christmas movies (this was recorded at the end of 2025), and more! Enjoy! Dig the show? Please consider supporting $2 Late Fee & Podcasting After Dark on Patreon for tons of bonus content (like Tales From The Video Store)! Links are below: Two Dollar Late Fee: ⁠www.patreon.com/twodollarlatefee⁠ Podcasting After Dark: www.patreon.com/podcastingafterdark Please follow/subscribe and rate us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Apple Podcasts: ⁠podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dollar-late-fee⁠ Spotify: ⁠open.spotify.com/show/⁠ Instagram: ⁠@twodollarlatefee⁠ Subscribe to our ⁠YouTube⁠ Check out Jim Walker's intro/outro music on Bandcamp: ⁠jvamusic1.bandcamp.com⁠ Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/Two-Dollar-Late-Fee-Podcast⁠ Merch:⁠ https://www.teepublic.com/user/two-dollar-late-fee⁠ IMDB: ⁠https://www.imdb.com⁠ Two Dollar Late Fee is a part of the nutritious ⁠Geekscape Network⁠ Every episode is produced, edited, and coddled by Zak Shaffer (⁠@zakshaffer⁠) & Dustin Rubin (⁠@dustinrubinvo⁠) You can watch the entire interview on our YouTube channel here. Don't forget to like & subscribe!You can listen & NOW watch on Spotify here. Don't forget to like & subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where you know him from: Family Ties (1982-89), Tremors (1990), Cool As Ice (1991)This week on Interviews After Dark we talk to actor, Michael Gross!Whether you know him as super-liberal dad, “Steven Keaton” on Family Ties, gun-toting survivalist, “Burt Gummer” in the Tremors franchise, or as “the dad” in Cool As Ice with Vanilla Ice (we won't hold that against you lol), you definitely know who Michael Gross is! Listen to our interview with the venerable actor and all around nice guy now on all major pod-apps, and watch the video on our YouTube page!But there is so much more to Michael Gross than “Steven Keaton” and “Burt Gummer”. Listen now and join the discussion on Spotify, Patreon, or Instagram!Listen to our review of Cool As Ice (1991) HEREOur Tremors review will be coming soon!— SUPPORT PODCASTING AFTER DARK —PATREON - Two extra shows a month including Wrap-Up After Dark and The Carpenter Factor, plus other exclusive content!MERCH STORE - We have a fully dedicated merch store at TeePublic with multiple designs and products!INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK / LETTERBOXD - Follow us on social media for updates and announcements!This podcast is part of the BFOP Network

EA Hanks joins Georgina Godwin in the studio to discuss her debut memoir The 10, which recounts a solo journey, retracing family ties and the memory of her late mother.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bible isn't about perfect people serving God by living perfect lives. In fact, it's quite the opposite! Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg points out how God uses our trials and less-than-perfect families to prepare us for the roles He's planned for us. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. •This program is part of the sermon ‘The Hand of God, Volume 1' • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles - Subscribe to our daily devotional Follow Us YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter This listener-funded program features the clear, relevant Bible teaching of Alistair Begg. Today's program and nearly 3,000 messages can be streamed and shared for free at tfl.org thanks to the generous giving from monthly donors called Truthpartners. Learn more about this Gospel-sharing team or become one today. Thanks for listening to Truth For Life!

The Bible isn't about perfect people serving God by living perfect lives. In fact, it's quite the opposite! Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg points out how God uses our trials and less-than-perfect families to prepare us for the roles He's planned for us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/163/29?v=20251111

Do you think your past is too messy to be forgiven or that you're too bad to be used by God? On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg shows how God sovereignly deals with our regrets. Begin a study in Genesis by considering Joseph's heritage and childhood. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. •This program is part of the sermon ‘The Hand of God, Volume 1' • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles - Subscribe to our daily devotional Follow Us YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter This listener-funded program features the clear, relevant Bible teaching of Alistair Begg. Today's program and nearly 3,000 messages can be streamed and shared for free at tfl.org thanks to the generous giving from monthly donors called Truthpartners. Learn more about this Gospel-sharing team or become one today. Thanks for listening to Truth For Life!

Do you think your past is too messy to be forgiven or that you're too bad to be used by God? On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg shows how God sovereignly deals with our regrets. Begin a study in Genesis by considering Joseph's heritage and childhood. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/163/29?v=20251111

What happens when family life collides with organized crime?In this episode of Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot, we explore the true crime story of a man who walked a fine line of morality and immorality; the mob—and paid the ultimate price for his choices. Growing up in the shadow of organized crime meant loyalty, silence, and risk. But when bad decisions stacked up and alliances shifted, the mob delivered its final verdict. This episode unpacks mob culture, family legacy, criminal psychology, and the deadly consequences of thinking you can outsmart the mafia. With dark humor and sharp analysis, we examine how one father's life in the underworld ended in murder—and why the mob always collects its debts. BUY the BOOK-https://amzn.to/4spMZ4i Check out Mark's site RIGHT HERE-https://www.markallenlanoue.com/ Family Ties & Mafia Lies with Mark Lanoue - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! Find the Paranormal 60 Podcast & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Podcasts on Rumble Use our link & Sign Up Today! - https://rumble.com/register/Paranormal60Network IF YOU NEED HELP PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW From Haunted to Heartwarming, come stay with us at the Palmer House Hotel! (320) 351-9100 ⁠https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/⁠ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW TalkSpace - Get $80 off your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/podcast and enter promo code SPACE80. True Classic - Step into your new home for the best clothes at True Classic ⁠www.TrueClassic.com/P60⁠ Raycon Everyday Earbuds - Save up to 30% Off at ⁠www.buyraycon.com/truecrimenetwork⁠ Cornbread Hemp - Save 30% off your first order at ⁠www.cornbreadhemp.com/P60⁠ and enter P60 into the coupon code Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to ⁠⁠⁠www.MintMobile.com/P60⁠ Cozy Earth - Begin your sleep adventure on the best bedding and sleepwear with Cozy Earth: ⁠https://cozyearth.com/⁠ use Promo Code P60 for up to 40% off savings! PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #TrueCrime #MobMurder #MafiaLife #OrganizedCrime #MobHit #CrimeFamily #MobBoss #MafiaTrueCrime #Underworld #CrimePodcast #TrueCrimePodcast #MobViolence #CriminalLegacy #MafiaHistory #DarkTrueCrime #FatalChoices #RealCrimeStory #AmericanMafia #MysteriesMayhemAndMerlot #TrueCrimeCommunity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year! Family Ties 2 is finally here! Kng Ego and Joybvnd stop by IGSSTS to sit down with  ⁨@Squints615⁩  to discuss the newest release. They also end up announcing numerous things on the way for the new year! From tour discussions...to a Jo Tyler collab album...even a Nashville show?? All on the way? Lets Go! Be sure to download or stream the new album Family Ties 2 NOW!For all things KNG EGO...check out this link... https://kngego.komi.io/For all things JoyBvnd...check out this link. https://linktr.ee/joybvndBIGS&P - SHOW AND PROVE ENTFOLLOW CHAD ON YOUTUBE NOW ‪@ChadArmesTV‬ MERCH AVAILABLE AT WWW.CHADARMESTV.COM for S&P MERCH

Jesus's words in Matthew 10:34-39 and Luke 14:26 challenge us to prioritize the things of God over our family relations. Elder Matt Balocca uses these passages to teach us to prepare ourselves for trials when we might be tempted to compromise the Gospel when challenged by our family. The post Family Ties appeared first on Grace Presbyterian Church (PCA).

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Navigating Family Ties: A New Year's Eve Resolution Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2025-12-31-23-34-01-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Снег је тихо падао уочи Нове године, покривајући улице Новог Сада белим покривачем.En: The snow quietly fell on New Year's Eve, covering the streets of Novi Sad with a white blanket.Sr: У малом кафићу, осветљеном топлим сјајем, Милан, Јована и Петар седели су за округлим столом.En: In a small café, lit with a warm glow, Milan, Jovana, and Petar sat around a round table.Sr: Ваздух је био испуњен мирисом свеже печеница и звуковима празничне музике.En: The air was filled with the smell of freshly cooked pork and the sounds of holiday music.Sr: Милан, најстарији од браће и сестара, често је преузимао одговорност за породичне ствари.En: Milan, the oldest of the siblings, often took on the responsibility for family matters.Sr: Наслонивши се на столицу, прошао је кроз уобичајени ритуал започињања разговора.En: Leaning on his chair, he went through the usual ritual of starting a conversation.Sr: "Време је да одлучимо како да се бринемо о баки", рекао је, погледајући у Јовану и Петра.En: "It's time to decide how to care for grandma," he said, looking at Jovana and Petar.Sr: Јована, практична и чврстог става, гледала је према прозору, испуњена осећањем да жели више слободе од обавеза које су често пратиле породични живот.En: Jovana, practical and steadfast, gazed toward the window, filled with a desire for more freedom from the obligations that often came with family life.Sr: "Мислим да би професионална нега била најбоља. Али знам да је скупо."En: "I think professional care would be best. But I know it's expensive."Sr: Петар, најмлађи и идеалистички настројен, није одмах одговорио.En: Petar, the youngest and idealistic, did not respond immediately.Sr: У његовом срцу се бурила мешавина емоција док је размишљао.En: A mix of emotions swirled in his heart as he pondered.Sr: "Можда можемо сами", рекао је тихо.En: "Maybe we can do it ourselves," he said quietly.Sr: "Бака је увек говорила да је породица најважнија."En: "Grandma always said that family is the most important."Sr: Напетост између њих се могла сећи ножем.En: The tension between them was palpable.Sr: Милан је осетио тежину одлуке која га је изједала.En: Milan felt the weight of the decision eating away at him.Sr: "Знам да се сви трудимо... али потребна ми је ваша подршка", рекао је, напокон откривајући своју рањивост.En: "I know we're all trying... but I need your support," he said, finally revealing his vulnerability.Sr: "Не могу сам."En: "I can't do it alone."Sr: Ћутање је за тренутак обгрлило сто, пре него што Јована усмјери поглед према Милану, њене очи пуне разумевања.En: Silence enveloped the table for a moment before Jovana directed her gaze toward Milan, her eyes full of understanding.Sr: "Поделићемо одговорности", предложила је, добронамерно.En: "We will share the responsibilities," she proposed kindly.Sr: Петар се насмешио, сада са више самопоуздања.En: Petar smiled, now with more confidence.Sr: "Видећемо шта можемо да урадимо заједно", додао је, стиснувши руку Милану.En: "We'll see what we can do together," he added, squeezing Milan's hand.Sr: Док су утичали кафом, планирали су распоред посета баки.En: As they sipped their coffee, they planned a schedule for visiting grandma.Sr: Договорили су се да свако од њих преузме по део обавеза, а у међувремену ће потражити и јефтиније професионалне опције.En: They agreed that each of them would take on a portion of the duties, and in the meantime, they would search for more affordable professional options.Sr: Нова година је била на прагу, али право славље било је у том малом кафићу.En: The New Year was imminent, but the true celebration was in that small café.Sr: Схватили су да је подршка једни другима највећи дар који могу пружити.En: They realized that supporting each other was the greatest gift they could offer.Sr: Милан је осетио олакшање.En: Milan felt relief.Sr: Научио је да не мора сам носити терет.En: He learned that he didn't have to carry the burden alone.Sr: Вере у своју породицу враћале су му снагу и наду.En: Faith in his family restored his strength and hope.Sr: Кафић је остао топло и пријатељско место у хладној ноћи, приближавајући празничне тренутке ближе срцу породице.En: The café remained a warm and friendly place on a cold night, bringing the holiday moments closer to the family's heart. Vocabulary Words:blanket: покривачsiblings: браћа и сестреresponsibility: одговорностsteadfast: чврстог ставаobligations: обавезеprofessional care: професионална негаidealistic: идеалистички настројенpondered: размишљаоtension: напетостpalpable: могла се сећи ножемvulnerability: рањивостrevealing: откривајућиgaze: погледunderstanding: разумевањеconfident: самопоуздањеschedule: распоредvisiting: посетаaffordable: јефтинијеimminent: на прагуcelebration: слављеrelief: олакшањеburden: теретfaith: вереstrength: снагаhope: надаenveloped: обгрлилоsupporting: подршкаshared: поделићемоsmile: насмешиоrestored: враћале

Dr. Adam shares on into the life of young Joseph up to his age of 17 recorded in Genesis.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Family Ties & New Beginnings at the Taj Mahal Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-12-30-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: ताज महल के आंगन में हल्की ठंडी हवा चल रही थी।En: A gentle cool breeze was blowing in the courtyard of the Taj Mahal.Hi: चटक गहरे नीले आकाश के नीचे सफ़ेद संगमरमर की ये इमारत अपनी पूरी शान के साथ दमक रही थी।En: Beneath the deep blue sky, this white marble structure was shining in all its glory.Hi: शीत ऋतु की इस सुबह में, अदित्य और उसकी बहन मीरा पहुँच चुके थे अपने परिवार के साथ।En: On this winter morning, Aditya and his sister Meera had arrived with their family.Hi: नया साल आने वाला था और इसके साथ ही एक नई ख़ुशख़बरी भी।En: The new year was approaching, bringing along some new good news.Hi: अदित्य ने हाल ही में सगाई की थी।En: Aditya had recently gotten engaged.Hi: आज का दिन ख़ास था।En: Today was special.Hi: परिवार के सभी सदस्य उनके इंतज़ार में थे।En: All the family members were waiting for them.Hi: सभी ने ठंडी हवा से खुद को बचाने के लिए गरम गरम चाय का आनंद लिया।En: Everyone enjoyed hot tea to protect themselves from the cold wind.Hi: अदित्य अपने दिल की बात परिवार के सामने साझा करने की तैयारी कर चुका था।En: Aditya was prepared to share what was on his mind with his family.Hi: उसकी बहन मीरा उसके साथ हर कदम पर थी, मुस्कराती हुई, घर की सबसे समझदार।En: His sister Meera was with him every step of the way, smiling, the wisest in the house.Hi: परंतु उसके दिमाग़ में एक चिंता थी।En: However, a concern lurked in his mind.Hi: उसके बड़े भाई, विक्रम, जिनके चेहरे पर हमेशा आत्म-विश्वास झलकता था, अदित्य की कामयाबी देखकर कहीं कोई ठंडापन न आ जाए।En: His elder brother, Vikram, whose face always reflected confidence, might show a hint of coldness seeing Aditya's success.Hi: विक्रम हमेशा से अदित्य के हर कदम से क्वचित ही संतुष्ट रहते थे।En: Vikram had seldom been satisfied with Aditya's every step.Hi: पिछले कुछ वर्षों में दोनों भाइयों के बीच छोटे-मोटे झगड़े हुए थे जिनकी गूंज अभी भी फैली हुई थी।En: In recent years, small quarrels between the two brothers had occurred, whose echoes still lingered.Hi: गुलाब के फूलों से सजी भव्य चौली में, अदित्य ने परिवार को इकट्ठा किया।En: In the grand cloister adorned with rose flowers, Aditya gathered the family.Hi: उसने अपनी बात शुरू की, "आप सब यहाँ आए, इसके लिए धन्यवाद।En: He began to speak, "Thank you all for coming here.Hi: आज मेरे पास आप सबके लिए एक ख़ास ख़ुशख़बरी है।En: Today I have some special good news for all of you.Hi: मैंने सगाई कर ली है!En: I am engaged!"Hi: " चारों ओर से शुभकामनाएँ गूंज उठीं।En: Congratulations resonated from all corners.Hi: पर, विक्रम का चेहरा देखने लायक था।En: However, Vikram's face was one to behold.Hi: उपेक्षा का हल्का स्पर्श उसमें साफ नज़र आया।En: A faint touch of indifference was clearly visible.Hi: मीरा ने यह देखा और चुपचाप विक्रम के करीब खिसक आयी।En: Meera noticed this and quietly moved closer to Vikram.Hi: उसने धीमे स्वर में कहा, "भाई, अदित्य के लिए यह पल कितना महत्वपूर्ण है।En: She said softly, "Brother, this moment is so important for Aditya.Hi: नयी शुरुआत करने से हमें भी ख़ुशी मिलनी चाहिए।En: We should find joy in this new beginning.Hi: यह समय पारिवारिक एकता का है।En: This is a time for family unity."Hi: "विक्रम ने मीरा की बातों पर ध्यान दिया।En: Vikram paid attention to Meera's words.Hi: उसकी अन्तःकरण में एक परिवर्तन हुआ।En: A change occurred within him.Hi: उसने अदित्य को गले लगा लिया और दिल से बधाई दी, "बधाई हो, अदित्य!En: He hugged Aditya and sincerely congratulated him, "Congratulations, Aditya!Hi: तुम्हारी ख़ुशी में हम सबकी ख़ुशी है।En: In your happiness lies the happiness of all of us."Hi: "अदित्य ने राहत की सांस ली।En: Aditya breathed a sigh of relief.Hi: उसे इस बात की तसल्ली हो गई कि परिवार का साथ मिलना कितना ज़रूरी है।En: He was reassured of how vital it was to have family support.Hi: ताज महल की उस अद्वितीय सुंदरता के बीच, उन्होंने एहसास किया कि हर परिवार में गलतफहमी होती है, परंतु सच्चा हर्ष और संतोष तब आता है जब हम एक-दूसरे की ख़ुशी में शरीक होते हैं।En: Amidst the exceptional beauty of the Taj Mahal, they realized that every family experiences misunderstandings, but true joy and satisfaction come when we partake in each other's happiness.Hi: ताज महल के पार्श्व में, परिवार ने एकजुटता का जश्न मनाया और एक नया साल शुरू करने की प्रतीक्षा करने लगे।En: In the backdrop of the Taj Mahal, the family celebrated their unity and looked forward to beginning a new year.Hi: परिवार के बीच दुश्मनी नहीं, बल्कि अपनापन था।En: There was no enmity within the family, only a sense of belonging.Hi: उसकी ख़ुशहाली की चमक ताज महल की रोशनी में डूब गई।En: Their happiness blended into the light of the Taj Mahal. Vocabulary Words:gentle: हल्कीbreeze: हवाcourtyard: आंगनbeneath: नीचेapproaching: आने वालाengaged: सगाईreassured: तसल्लीlinger: फैलीquarrels: झगड़ेechoes: गूंजcloister: चौलीadorned: सजीsatisfied: संतुष्टindifference: उपेक्षाreassured: तसल्लीuncommon: अद्वितीयmisunderstandings: गलतफहमीsatisfaction: संतोषbelonging: अपनापनexceptional: अविस्मरणीयhesitant: झिझकgleaming: दमक रहीperception: दृष्टिकोणconceit: अभिमानmanifest: प्रकटconsensus: सहमतिsolidarity: एकजुटताmomentous: महत्वपूर्णdefiance: उपेक्षाacknowledge: मान्य करना

Food is at the centre of family life – on ordinary days, in the everyday rush, during the dramas, and the quieter moments too. In this episode, Ruth Alexander looks back at some of The Food Chain's most moving and intimate moments of 2025, all revealing the power food has to bind people together. From the first meal taken by a foster child in an unfamiliar home to the couple cooking together for the first time in their lives after a dementia diagnosis, these stories show how food has the capacity to strengthen family bonds and how its absence can shape a life just as deeply. If you would like to get in touch with the show, please email: thefoodchain@bbc.co.uk Producer: Rumella Dasgupta.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Unearthing Family Ties: A Christmas Discovery in Rome Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-12-24-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Sotto un cielo grigio di fine dicembre, le rovine antiche di Roma si stagliano come testimoni silenziosi di un passato lontano.En: Under a gray late December sky, the ancient ruins of Roma stand as silent witnesses of a distant past.It: Il freddo avvolge tutto, ma le luci di Natale vicino brillano calde e accoglienti.En: The cold envelops everything, but the nearby Christmas lights shine warm and welcoming.It: Marcello cammina lento tra le colonne consumate dal tempo, il cuore pesante di ricordi e speranze nascoste.En: Marcello walks slowly among the time-worn columns, his heart heavy with memories and hidden hopes.It: È la vigilia di Natale e, per la prima volta da tanti anni, Marcello si trova davanti a un'occasione unica: incontrare le sorelle Elena e Giulia in questo luogo pieno di storia, e di ricordi di famiglia.En: It is Christmas Eve, and for the first time in many years, Marcello finds himself facing a unique opportunity: to meet his sisters Elena and Giulia in this place full of history and family memories.It: Le porte della storia sembrano aprirsi davanti a lui, mentre stringe tra le mani un vecchio quaderno pieno di appunti e mappe che ha elaborato con cura negli anni.En: The doors of history seem to open before him as he clutches an old notebook filled with notes and maps he has carefully worked on over the years.It: "Elena, Giulia!"En: "Elena, Giulia!"It: chiama con voce tremante.En: he calls with a trembling voice.It: Dalla nebbia appaiono due figure familiari, i volti segnati dal tempo e dalle tensioni passate.En: Two familiar figures appear from the mist, their faces marked by time and past tensions.It: Elena è la prima ad avvicinarsi.En: Elena is the first to approach.It: I suoi occhi, un tempo pieni di risentimento, ora esprimono curiosità.En: Her eyes, once full of resentment, now express curiosity.It: Giulia rimane un po' indietro, lo sguardo diffidente.En: Giulia stays a bit behind, her look wary.It: "Marcello," dice Elena, spezzando il silenzio.En: "Marcello," says Elena, breaking the silence.It: "È passato tanto tempo."En: "It's been a long time."It: "Sì," risponde lui, cercando il coraggio.En: "Yes," he replies, seeking courage.It: "Ma è tempo di cambiare.En: "But it's time for change.It: Ho trovato qualcosa nei miei studi.En: I've found something in my studies.It: Penso che papà e mamma volessero che lo vedessimo insieme."En: I think papà and mamma wanted us to see it together."It: Poco convinte, ma incuriosite, Elena e Giulia si avvicinano.En: Skeptical but intrigued, Elena and Giulia draw near.It: Marcello apre il quaderno, mostrando indizi antichi e un percorso segreto tra le rovine.En: Marcello opens the notebook, showing them ancient clues and a secret path through the ruins.It: Spiega loro di un'eredità nascosta, un oggetto della loro infanzia del quale avevano sentito solo vaghi racconti.En: He explains to them about a hidden legacy, an object from their childhood of which they had heard only vague stories.It: Insieme, iniziano l'esplorazione.En: Together, they begin the exploration.It: I gradini sono scivolosi sotto i loro piedi, ma la forza del gruppo li tiene in equilibrio.En: The steps are slippery beneath their feet, but the strength of their group keeps them balanced.It: Le mani di Marcello tremano mentre finalmente riescono ad aprire una porta nascosta nelle pietre antiche.En: Marcello's hands tremble as they finally manage to open a hidden door in the ancient stones.It: Dentro la stanza segreta, il tempo sembra fermarsi.En: Inside the secret room, time seems to stand still.It: Al centro, una piccola cassa di legno vecchio e una busta ingiallita.En: In the center, there is a small old wooden chest and a yellowed envelope.It: Le teste si chinano sul tesoro appena scoperto.En: Their heads bend over the newly discovered treasure.It: Mentre aprono la busta, i loro occhi si riempiono di lacrime.En: As they open the envelope, their eyes fill with tears.It: Le parole sono quelle dei loro genitori, una lettera piena di amore e desiderio di unione.En: The words are those of their parents, a letter full of love and a desire for unity.It: Il gelo tra i tre fratelli si scioglie all'istante, trasformandosi in un abbraccio caldo.En: The icy tension between the three siblings melts instantly, transforming into a warm embrace.It: In quell'angolo di storia, tra le parole di chi li ha preceduti, trovano una nuova speranza.En: In that corner of history, among the words of those who preceded them, they find new hope.It: Marcello, che una volta cercava solo solitudine, ora vede il vero valore della famiglia.En: Marcello, who once sought only solitude, now sees the true value of family.It: Alla luce morbida delle luci di Natale, promettono di ricominciare, di dare al passato il suo giusto posto e di festeggiare insieme.En: In the soft glow of the Christmas lights, they promise to start anew, to give the past its rightful place and to celebrate together.It: Le rovine, testimoni silenziose di mille storie, custodiscono ora il segreto di una nuova pace.En: The ruins, silent witnesses of a thousand stories, now guard the secret of new peace.It: Il Natale quest'anno porta con sé più di un dono materiale.En: This year, Christmas brings more than just material gifts.It: Porta la forza di un legame ritrovato e la promessa di non lasciarsi mai più.En: It brings the strength of a rediscovered bond and the promise to never part again.It: Marcello, Elena e Giulia, un tempo lontani, ora camminano insieme, più forti e uniti che mai.En: Marcello, Elena, and Giulia, once distant, now walk together, stronger and more united than ever. Vocabulary Words:the ruin: la rovinathe column: la colonnathe notebook: il quadernothe clue: l'indiziothe inheritance: l'ereditàthe step: il gradinothe stone: la pietrathe treasure: il tesorothe chest: la cassathe envelope: la bustathe hope: la speranzathe tension: la tensionethe curiosity: la curiositàthe resentment: il risentimentothe courage: il coraggiothe sibling: il fratello/la sorellathe silence: il silenziothe mist: la nebbiathe legacy: il lascitothe unity: l'unionethe solitude: la solitudinethe glow: il bagliorethe promise: la promessathe material: il materialethe bond: il legamethe secret: il segretothe exploration: l'esplorazionetime-worn: consumato dal tempothe path: il percorsothe memory: il ricordo

Let help uncork your memoir through a 12 week memoir mentorship program: https://mikecarlon.com/memoir-cohorts/ "I took my parents' stories from the Manhattan Project and wove them into a fictional spy subplot—because I'll never know the real truth." — Leslie Schover What happens when a clinical psychologist with decades of experience decides to write her first novel in her seventies? In this episode of Uncorking a Story, Leslie Schover shares how curiosity and family history inspired her debut novel, Fission: A Novel of Atomic Heartbreak. From Oak Ridge and the Manhattan Project to love triangles and espionage, Leslie reveals the fascinating journey of transforming real-life stories into compelling historical fiction. Key Themes: Curiosity as a Superpower: How a news article about Soviet atomic spies sparked Leslie's fiction journey. Family Ties to History: Discover the real-life connection between Leslie's parents and the Manhattan Project. From Psychology to Fiction: Why Leslie shifted from publishing academic and self-help books to writing a novel. Challenges of Historical Accuracy: The research behind recreating Oak Ridge during WWII. Hybrid Publishing Insights: Why Leslie chose She Writes Press and what authors should know about hybrid models. Imposter Syndrome is Universal: Even seasoned professionals feel the doubt when starting something new. Awards and Validation: How Fission earned recognition as a historical novel and what that meant for Leslie. Buy Fission: A Novel of Atomic Heartbreak Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Mqk1Rd Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9798896360568 Connect with Leslie Website: https://www.leslieschoverauthor.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieschover/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leslie.schover.9/ Substack: https://leslierschoverphd147820.substack.com/nuclear-fiction-newsletter Connect with Mike Website: https://uncorkingastory.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvS4fuG3L1JMZeOyHvfk_g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncorkingastory/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uncorkingastory Twitter: https://twitter.com/uncorkingastory Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncorkingastory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/ If you like this episode, please share it with a friend. If you have not done so already, please rate and review Uncorking a Story on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. #HistoricalFiction #AuthorInterview #ManhattanProject #WritingJourney #BookPodcast #SheWritesPress #FissionNovel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian BonsallTake a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Brian Bonsall. When Brian was very young, he joined the cast of the hit television show Family Ties, where he played Andy for over 80 episodes. Brian was also on several other shows including Star Trek: The Next Generation; before jumping onto the big screen with films like: 'Mikey', 'Father and Scout', and my personal favorite 'Blank Check'. About the age of 14 or so, Brian moved on from acting. He went to school, moved across the country, and discovered punk & pop punk music. He fell in love instantly with the genre. In this episode, we chat about some of those acting projects, and how he came to be in the industry in the first place. We talk about why he left the industry, and what he found in music. Brian discusses some of the bands he has been part of including Bootjack & Bons, Sunset Silhouette, and his newest endeavor Lights In The Sky. He also shares fun stories about some of the musical opportunities that have come his way; including playing with The Ataris, and even getting to play in Las Vegas at the When We Were Young Tour, the largest audience he has ever played in front of. Along the way, we deep dive into several different aspects of his storied career. From child actor and star to redemption story, to husband, father, and family man. Brian graciously allows me to play a couple of songs from two of his bands, I love them, and I think you will too! Lastly, Brian openly discusses the amazing Courtney, his wife. He fills us in on some recent health scares with her, and how she is doing these days. She is his ROCK. It was an absolute delight to speak with this remarkable and resilient dude. I can't wait to have him back on the show.

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Legacy of the Solstice: Rekindling Family Ties in Rural China Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-12-21-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在中国南方的一个安静的农村稻田，空气中弥漫着轻轻的冬霜。En: In a quiet rural rice field in southern China, the air is filled with a gentle winter frost.Zh: 稻田周围是连绵起伏的山丘，冬至节让这里显得格外祥和。En: The rice fields are surrounded by rolling hills, and the Winter Solstice festival makes the place look especially peaceful.Zh: 稻田旁的农舍发出温暖的灯笼光芒，熟悉的传统佳肴的香气扑鼻而来，迎接着远道而来的家人。En: The farmhouse beside the rice field emanates the warm glow of lanterns, and the familiar aroma of traditional delicacies wafts through the air, welcoming family members who have traveled from afar.Zh: 贾浩是家中长子，En: Jia Hao is the eldest son in the family.Zh: 他常年在农田劳作，承担着家庭的责任。En: He has been working in the fields year-round, bearing the family's responsibilities.Zh: 他担心灿烂的家族传统在下一代中渐渐消逝。En: He worries that their brilliant family traditions are gradually fading in the next generation.Zh: 他的表妹美丽从城市回到乡村，虽然久别重逢，她却显得与这里格格不入。En: His cousin Meili returns from the city to the countryside; although it has been a long-awaited reunion, she seems out of place here.Zh: 这时是一年一度的重要节日——冬至。En: It is a significant annual festival—the Winter Solstice.Zh: 贾浩决心趁此机会向美丽展示农村的魅力和冬至节的意义。En: Jia Hao is determined to take this opportunity to show Meili the charm of rural life and the meaning of the Winter Solstice festival.Zh: 他希望美丽能更了解和珍视他们的家族传统。En: He hopes Meili can better understand and cherish their family traditions.Zh: 起初，美丽并不习惯稻田的生活。En: Initially, Meili is not accustomed to life in the rice fields.Zh: 她觉得这里的一切都既陌生又充满挑战。En: She feels everything here is both unfamiliar and challenging.Zh: 城市的快节奏和乡村的悠然自得形成鲜明对比，她不确定是否能找到属于她的平衡。En: The fast pace of the city starkly contrasts with the leisureliness of the countryside, and she is uncertain whether she can find her balance.Zh: 傍晚时分，贾浩带着美丽在稻田间散步。En: At dusk, Jia Hao takes Meili for a walk among the rice fields.Zh: 他告诉美丽，冬至不仅仅是一个节日，更是象征着亲情和传承。En: He tells her that the Winter Solstice is not just a festival; it also symbolizes family ties and heritage.Zh: 美丽静静地听着，心里慢慢生出些许触动。En: Meili listens quietly, gradually feeling somewhat touched.Zh: 晚餐时刻到了，家人围坐在一起，欢声笑语不断。En: Dinner time arrives, and the family gathers around the table, laughter filling the air.Zh: 餐桌上摆满了饺子和汤圆，象征着团圆和幸福。En: The table is laden with dumplings and tangyuan, symbolizing reunion and happiness.Zh: 就在这时，美丽举起酒杯说道，“我今天感受到了咱们家的温暖和力量。En: It is at this moment that Meili raises her glass and says, "Today, I felt the warmth and strength of our family.Zh: 我愿意更多地参与到这些传统中，感受我们家族的根。”En: I am willing to become more involved in these traditions and feel the roots of our family."Zh: 贾浩听后，感到无比欣慰。En: Hearing this, Jia Hao feels immensely gratified.Zh: 他相信他们的传统会得以传承，也为此感到满怀希望。En: He is confident that their traditions will be passed on, and he is filled with hope because of it.Zh: 冬至节之后，美丽决定每个周末都来农场，帮助准备节日。En: After the Winter Solstice festival, Meili decides to visit the farm every weekend to help prepare for the festivals.Zh: 她与贾浩之间的亲情重新焕发活力，也让家族的传统在这片古老而生机勃勃的土地上得以延续。En: The familial bond between her and Jia Hao is rejuvenated, allowing the family's traditions to continue on this ancient yet vibrant land.Zh: 贾浩心中的担忧消散了许多，他知道，家族传统在未来，仍会在这片土地上传承，直到更远的地方。En: Much of Jia Hao's worries have dissipated; he knows that the family traditions will continue to be passed down on this land and beyond.Zh: 美丽心中也多了一份归属感，她知道，根在这里，她会继续珍惜。En: Meili also feels a greater sense of belonging; she knows her roots are here, and she will continue to cherish them.Zh: 这个冬至节，不仅是团聚，更是心灵的回归。En: This Winter Solstice festival is not just a reunion, but a return of the heart.Zh: 所有的故事，都会在这个满是希望的冬天里展开。En: All stories will unfold in this hopeful winter. Vocabulary Words:rural: 农村frost: 霜emanates: 发出aroma: 香气delicacies: 佳肴bearing: 承担responsibilities: 责任brilliant: 灿烂的fading: 消逝generation: 下一代accustomed: 习惯starkly: 鲜明的leisureliness: 悠然自得uncertain: 不确定balance: 平衡dusk: 傍晚symbolizes: 象征heritage: 传承laden: 摆满dumplings: 饺子tangyuan: 汤圆rejuvenated: 焕发活力dissipated: 消散sense: 感cherish: 珍惜feeling: 触动reunion: 团聚determined: 决心gratified: 欣慰opportunity: 机会

This is a message that I believe the Lord strongly impressed on my heart for this Christmas season. The Christmas story reveals to us the importance of families and divine associations. But the enemy is always trying to separate these connections in order to sabbatical the plan of God. In this message, I address this important truth: “What God has joined, let not man separate”.

IMMIGRATION POLICY AND THE EROSION OF CITIZENSHIP Colleague Victor Davis Hanson. Hansoncritiques the 1965 Hart-Celler Act for destroying meritocratic immigration in favor of family ties and the 1986 amnesty for failing to secure the border as promised. He argues that maintaining open borders and ignoring laws creates a large, non-citizen constituency that undermines the legal and cultural concept of American citizenship, fundamentally altering the electorate. Hanson contrasts this with the experience of legal immigrants, noting that the distinction of citizenship offers a dignity and equality often unavailable in their countries of origin. NUMBER 2

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Rekindling Family Ties: A Tokyo Christmas Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-20-23-34-01-ja Story Transcript:Ja: クリスマスの東京、渋谷のスクランブル交差点にも光が輝いていました。En: Christmas in Tokyo: the lights glittered at the Shibuya Scramble Intersection.Ja: 人々は忙しそうに行き交い、店のウィンドウにはきらびやかな飾りがありました。En: People hurried back and forth, and the store windows were adorned with glittering decorations.Ja: その中に、広子は立ち止まり、深呼吸をしました。En: Hiroko stopped among them and took a deep breath.Ja: 家族と夕食を一緒に過ごしたいという思いが心にありました。En: She felt a longing to spend dinner with her family.Ja: 広子は今年、大学生活で忙しく、家族との時間をあまり取れませんでした。En: This year, Hiroko had been busy with university life and had not spent much time with her family.Ja: 自立したい気持ちと、家族の温かさを求める気持ちの間で揺れていました。En: She was torn between her desire for independence and her longing for family warmth.Ja: 今日は家族とクリスマスを楽しむと決めていました。En: Today, she decided to enjoy Christmas with her family.Ja: 「広子、早く来てね！」とケンタのLINEメッセージが送られてきました。En: "Hiroko, come quickly!" was the LINE message from her younger brother Kenta.Ja: 弟のケンタは高校生で、彼は姉をとても慕っていました。En: Kenta was a high school student who adored his sister.Ja: でも、この大きな都市の中で、彼は時々自分が目立たないと感じていました。En: However, in this big city, he sometimes felt invisible.Ja: 一方、母のユキは仕事で多忙な日々を送っていました。En: Meanwhile, their mother Yuki was leading a busy life at work.Ja: 家族を大切にしたいと強く思いながら、時間が足りないのが現実でした。En: Despite her strong wish to cherish her family, she faced the reality of not having enough time.Ja: 「どこにいるの？」とユキからメッセージが来ました。En: "Where are you?" came the message from Yuki.Ja: 広子はそのメッセージを見つめ、決心しました。En: Hiroko stared at that message and made up her mind.Ja: 友達との予定を早めに切り上げ、家族のもとへ向かうことにしました。En: She decided to wrap up her plans with her friends early and head to her family.Ja: 渋谷の交差点はいつも以上に人でごった返していました。En: The Shibuya intersection was busier than ever.Ja: 光と音が交差し、人々が急いで行き交います。En: Lights and sounds intersected, as people hurried past one another.Ja: 広子はその中を縫って進んで行きました。心の中で「早く会いたい」と思いながら。En: Hiroko weaved through the crowd, thinking to herself, "I want to see them soon."Ja: そして、遠くにケンタとユキが見えました。En: She finally spotted Kenta and Yuki from afar.Ja: 彼らは交差点の向こう側で広子を待っていました。En: They were waiting for her on the other side of the intersection.Ja: 広子は嬉しくて、彼らに向かって手を振りました。En: Hiroko was delighted and waved to them.Ja: ケンタは広子を見つけて、大きく手を振り返しました。En: Kenta spotted her and waved back enthusiastically.Ja: ユキも微笑んでいました。En: Yuki was smiling too.Ja: やっと三人は合流しました。En: At last, the three of them came together.Ja: 強い風が吹いて寒さを感じましたが、心は温かくなりました。En: Though a strong wind blew and brought a chill, their hearts were warm.Ja: 「ごめんね、遅れて」En: "Sorry for being late," Hiroko apologized.Ja: 「大丈夫だよ。さあ行こう」とユキが優しく答えました。En: "It's okay. Let's go," replied Yuki gently.Ja: 彼らは近くのレストランへ向かい、温かい食事を囲みました。En: They headed to a nearby restaurant and gathered around a warm meal.Ja: 思い出話や現在の出来事を語り合い、笑顔が溢れました。En: They shared memories and talked about current events, laughter abounding.Ja: 広子は、この瞬間の大切さを実感しました。家族とのつながりがどんなに貴重かを感じ、もっと家族と過ごす時間を作ると心に決めました。En: Hiroko realized the importance of this moment, the preciousness of her connection with her family, and she resolved to create more time to spend with them.Ja: 東京の街は変わることなく賑やかでしたが、広子の心には新しい決意がありました。En: While the city of Tokyo remained bustling and unchanged, Hiroko harbored a new resolve in her heart.Ja: 家族とのつながりを大切にしながら、彼女は新しい一歩を踏み出しました。En: With her family connection cherished, she took a new step forward. Vocabulary Words:glittered: 輝いていましたadoring: 慕っていましたinvisible: 目立たないadorned: 飾りlonging: 思いがtorn: 揺れていましたcherish: 大切にしたいencountered: 合流しましたintersected: 交差gathered: 囲みましたresolved: 決めましたpreciousness: 貴重かbustling: 賑やかでしたharbored: 心にありましたwarming: 温かくenthusiastically: 大きくspotted: 見えましたgently: 優しくwoven: 縫って進んでintersection: 交差点step: 一歩shone: 光が輝いていましたamid: 中にbreathtaking: 深呼吸をheady: 急いでhurriedly: 急いでnotification: メッセージstrong: 強くreality: 現実cheerful: 笑顔

Your mentally ill mom impersonated you, lied about your dad, and then vanished. Now you're alone and your sister's cut you off. Welcome to Feedback Friday!And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1259On This Week's Feedback Friday:You were raised by a manipulative mother with serious mental health issues who impersonated you to your friends and lied about your absent father. Now at 29, you're isolated, your sister won't speak to you, and mom has vanished. Can you rebuild trust — and yourself — after so much damage?Your partner is loving, attentive, and supportive, but he's hiding alcohol and nicotine habits, and his lies trigger your past trauma from being cheated on. Add in a cancer-stricken cat, job loss, and 600+ rejected applications, and you're in survival mode. Where do you even begin to untangle this?You and your mom swapped social media feeds and discovered just how different your political echo chambers are — and how engineered that division really is. Now you want to burst your filter bubble and find balanced news sources. But in today's algorithm-driven media landscape, is that even possible? [Thanks to internet pioneer and social media critic Jaron Lanier for helping us with this one!]Recommendation of the Week: A passport holder with an AirTag attached (plus a sub-rec: personalized passport books as a holiday gift).You're pivoting from an oversaturated, unfulfilling career into cybersecurity. You've earned the certifications, but breaking in feels impossible. Your partner, your future family plans, and a potential move to Melbourne all hinge on this career switch. How long do you keep trying before calling it quits?Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!Connect with Jordan on Twitter at @JordanHarbinger and Instagram at @jordanharbinger.Connect with Gabriel on Twitter at @GabeMizrahi and Instagram @gabrielmizrahi.And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors:BetterHelp: 10% off first month: betterhelp.com/jordanAura Frames: $35 off: auraframes.com, code JORDANDeleteMe: 20% off: joindeleteme.com/jordan, code JORDANSimpliSafe: 50% off + 1st month free: simplisafe.com/jordanHomes.com: Find your home: homes.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Discovering Family Ties in the Light of Hanukkah Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-12-18-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: ביתה של תמר היה בית הילדים בקצה הרחוב בירושלים.En: The home of Tamar was the children's home at the end of the street in Jerusalem.He: המקום נקרא בית הילדים בעל הסולם, והוא היה מלא באור החנוכה.En: The place was called the children's home with the ladder, and it was filled with the light of Hanukkah.He: כל לילה, נרות חנוכייה מאירים את החדרים הישנים, והילדים שרים שירי חג.En: Every night, Hanukkah candles illuminated the old rooms, and the children sang holiday songs.He: החורף היה בעיצומו.En: Winter was in full swing.He: האוויר היה קריר וריח של סופגניות מילא את המסדרונות.En: The air was cool, and the smell of sufganiyot filled the corridors.He: תמר מצאה מכתב ישן בחדר הקטן שלה.En: Tamar found an old letter in her small room.He: המכתב היה חבוי בקופסת עץ מתחת למיטה.En: The letter was hidden in a wooden box under the bed.He: המכתב הכיל סוד על משפחתה שלא ידעה קודם.En: It contained a secret about her family that she had not known before.He: תמר לא הייתה לבד.En: Tamar was not alone.He: נועם, חבר נאמן שלה, עמד לצידה.En: Noam, her loyal friend, stood by her side.He: הוא היה תמיד זהיר ומגן עליה.En: He was always careful and protective of her.He: "מה כתוב שם?En: "What does it say?"He: " הוא שאל בעדינות כשהבין שיש משהו שונה בעיניה.En: he asked gently when he realized there was something different in her eyes.He: "תראה," אמרה תמר, "המכתב הזה מספר על משפחתי.En: "Look," said Tamar, "this letter talks about my family.He: אולי יש לי קרובי משפחה בירושלים.En: I might have relatives in Jerusalem."He: " תמר הייתה מלאת תשוקה לגלות את האמת על משפחתה.En: Tamar was filled with a passion to discover the truth about her family.He: אולם, אריאל, המטפל החביב שלהם בבית הילדים, ידע יותר ממה שגילה.En: However, Ariel, their kind caretaker at the children's home, knew more than he had revealed.He: הוא היה תמיד זהיר לא לחשוף יותר מדי.En: He was always careful not to disclose too much.He: "אני לא בטוח שזה רעיון טוב," אמר נועם, דאגתו בקולו ברורה.En: "I'm not sure it's a good idea," said Noam, his concern clear in his voice.He: הוא פחד שתמר תתאכזב.En: He feared Tamar would be disappointed.He: באמצע חגיגת החנוכה, כאשר הילדים שיחקו ומילות שירים מילאו את החדר, תמר ראתה את אריאל.En: In the middle of the Hanukkah celebration, when the children were playing and songs filled the room, Tamar saw Ariel.He: הוא עמד לבד במשרדו, בוחן תצלום ישן של אמה.En: He stood alone in his office, examining an old photograph of her mother.He: היא החליטה שזמן המחשבה נגמר.En: She decided the time for thinking was over.He: "אריאל," היא פנתה אליו, "אני רוצה לדעת את האמת.En: "Ariel," she approached him, "I want to know the truth.He: מי היו ההורים שלי?En: Who were my parents?"He: "אריאל נשם עמוק, כיוון שידע שזה הזמן לחשוף את האמת.En: Ariel took a deep breath, knowing it was time to reveal the truth.He: "תמר," הוא אמר ברכות, "הוריך היו אנשים חשובים בעיר הזאת.En: "Tamar," he said gently, "your parents were important people in this city.He: יש לך קרובי משפחה בירושלים.En: You have relatives in Jerusalem.He: אני פשוט רציתי לשמור עלייך, שלא תיפגעי.En: I just wanted to protect you, so you wouldn't get hurt."He: "החדשות העניקו לתמר תחושת זהות חדשה וביטחון שלא ידעה קודם.En: The news gave Tamar a new sense of identity and confidence she had not known before.He: החום של בית הילדים עטף אותה בעוד היא מתבוננת בחנוכייה המוארת.En: The warmth of the children's home enveloped her as she gazed at the lit Hanukkiah.He: היא הרגישה יותר מחוברת לשורשיה ולעיר שהיא כעת קוראת לה בית.En: She felt more connected to her roots and to the city she now calls home. Vocabulary Words:ladder: סולםilluminated: מאיריםcorridors: מסדרונותhidden: חבויwooden: עץsecret: סודloyal: נאמןgently: בעדינותrelatives: קרובי משפחהreveal: לחשוףdisclose: לחשוףdisappointed: מתאכזבתcelebration: חגיגהexamining: בוחןapproached: פנתהtruth: אמתidentity: זהותconfidence: ביטחוןenveloped: עטףgazed: מתבוננתconnected: מחוברתroots: שורשיםsmell: ריחphotograph: תצלוםcaretaker: מטפלfilled: מילאconcern: דאגהpassion: תשוקהimportant: חשובbreathe: נשוםBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

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In this episode, we open with a vibrant discussion on music and culture, starting with a playful but honest debate: Were Swizz Beatz's songs actually good? From there, we explore which producers crafted the most classic sounds of the early 2000s and share our dream collaborators from that era—a nostalgic look at when hip-hop production was evolving fast.
We then shift into the latest headlines: - 2 Chainz's son lands a sneaker deal, sparking a conversation around generational wealth and brand building. - Kim Kardashian dressing as Kendrick Lamar—is it homage, marketing, or crossing into culture vulture territory? Entertainment Industry & Power Conversations This episode's centerpiece is a deep, unfiltered breakdown of the Diddy documentary, The Reckoning. We unpack the allegations, the industry structures that enabled them, and what accountability truly looks like in entertainment.
That leads into a provocative hypothetical: Who would you rather sign with—Suge Knight or Diddy? We dissect the risks, rewards, and reputations surrounding two of the most controversial power brokers in music history. We also tackle the question: When does cosmetic surgery cross the line into “too much”? A real conversation about body image, pressure, and authenticity in the public eye. Streaming, Business & Media Moves
Big corporate news this week as we discuss the Warner Brothers + Netflix acquisition and what it means for the future of content, intellectual property, and consolidation.
We also debate the longtime cultural question: Did Netflix kill movie theaters—or did sky-high ticket prices do the real damage? A breakdown of consumer behavior, economics, and changing viewing habits. Sports News Rundown We cover a series of major sports updates: The growing conversation around coaches and background checks—what responsibility do leagues have, and are current systems enough? Chris Paul's release from the Clippers, what it signals for his legacy, and potential landing spots.
A celebration of PVAMU winning the SWAC, and what this means for HBCU athletics. Closing: Real-Life Reflections We wrap with a raw and thoughtful discussion: When family cuts ties, is it wrong? A conversation about boundaries, healing, and redefining relationships as adults.

In this episode of the We Do This Too Outdoors Podcast, I sit down with my cousin Chris Perkins, better known as KNNESS, for a real, unfiltered conversation that blends hip-hop culture, family roots, and a shared love for the outdoors. KNNESS opens up about his journey as a rapper, the grind behind his music, and how staying true to himself has shaped both his sound and his mindset. We also dive deep into his passion for catfishing—breaking down why chasing big catfish gives him the same adrenaline and focus as being in the studio. From late nights making music to long hours on the riverbank, this episode highlights the balance between creativity, patience, and discipline. It's a conversation about staying grounded, honoring where you come from, and proving that you can thrive in multiple worlds while still being authentically you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This powerful exploration of significance challenges us to reconsider how we measure value in our lives. Through the story of Jesse from 1 Samuel 16, we encounter a shepherd from an insignificant town who becomes central to God's redemptive plan. Jesse wasn't famous for his accomplishments—he's remembered simply as David's father, and he wasn't even an exceptional parent by worldly standards. Yet God chose this ordinary man's family line to bring forth both King David and ultimately Jesus Christ himself. The message confronts our tendency to measure importance by worldly standards—appearance, position, wealth, or achievements—when God measures the heart. We're reminded that God doesn't create spare parts; every person has divine purpose. The story of Miep Gies, who sheltered Anne Frank, illustrates how history-changing impact often comes from faithful obscurity. As we approach Christmas, we're invited to see ourselves as God sees us: not as insignificant nobodies, but as beloved children with kingdom purpose. The prophecy in Isaiah 11 about a shoot coming from Jesse's stump reminds us that God specializes in bringing life from what appears dead or diminished. When we feel overlooked or past our prime, we're actually in prime position for God to work—because in our weakness, His strength shines brightest.

Brian Bonsall, The Ataris guitarist and former child actor (Family Ties, Star Trek: The Next Generation, etc.), is a guest on Goldmine's Dollar Bin podcast to talk about his lifelong preference for CDs over vinyl when it comes to collecting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the We Do This Too Outdoors Podcast, I sit down with my cousin Chris Perkins, better known as KNNESS, for a real, unfiltered conversation that blends hip-hop culture, family roots, and a shared love for the outdoors. KNNESS opens up about his journey as a rapper, the grind behind his music, and how staying true to himself has shaped both his sound and his mindset. We also dive deep into his passion for catfishing—breaking down why chasing big catfish gives him the same adrenaline and focus as being in the studio. From late nights making music to long hours on the riverbank, this episode highlights the balance between creativity, patience, and discipline. It's a conversation about staying grounded, honoring where you come from, and proving that you can thrive in multiple worlds while still being authentically you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Rekindling Family Ties in the Heart of Tivoli Gardens Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-12-14-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Tivoli Gardens lyste op i vinterens mørke.En: Tivoli Gardens lit up the darkness of winter.Da: Snefnug faldt stille ned og pyntede på jorden.En: Snowflakes fell quietly down, adorning the ground.Da: Lygter blinkede i alle farver, og musikken fra julemusikken fyldte luften.En: Lanterns blinked in all colors, and the music from the Christmas tunes filled the air.Da: Den lune duft af gløgg og ristede kastanjer lokkede besøgende fra alle kanter.En: The warm scent of gløgg and roasted chestnuts attracted visitors from all around.Da: Midt i denne magiske atmosfære var Freja.En: In the midst of this magical atmosphere was Freja.Da: Hun havde ikke været i Tivoli i mange år.En: She hadn't been to Tivoli in many years.Da: Hun var der for at genopbygge familie traditioner og måske finde mod til mere.En: She was there to rebuild family traditions and perhaps find courage for more.Da: Freja havde meget at tænke på.En: Freja had a lot on her mind.Da: Emil, hendes yngre bror, havde været årsag til mange søvnløse nætter.En: Emil, her younger brother, had been the cause of many sleepless nights.Da: De havde ikke talt sammen i årevis.En: They hadn't spoken in years.Da: Deres skænderi havde drevet en kile imellem dem.En: Their argument had driven a wedge between them.Da: Hun ønskede at fikse det—at forene familien.En: She wanted to fix it—to reunite the family.Da: Julen var den perfekte tid.En: Christmas was the perfect time.Da: Men det var svært at sænke stoltheden og få ordene til at komme frem.En: But it was difficult to swallow her pride and find the words.Da: Hun gik forbi en bod, der solgte varm chokolade.En: She walked past a stand selling hot chocolate.Da: Der stod han: Emil.En: There he stood: Emil.Da: Han så anderledes ud—mere voksen—men stadig med gnisten i øjnene.En: He looked different—more grown-up—but still with the sparkle in his eyes.Da: Han var alene og så sig omkring.En: He was alone and looking around.Da: Freja følte hjertet slå hurtigt.En: Freja felt her heart beating fast.Da: Hun måtte beslutte sig.En: She had to decide.Da: Ville hun lade denne chance gå forbi?En: Would she let this chance slip by?Da: Med rystende hænder pillede hun ved sit halstørklæde og nærmede sig.En: With trembling hands, she fiddled with her scarf and approached.Da: "Hej Emil," sagde hun nervøst.En: "Hi Emil," she said nervously.Da: Emil vendte sig og så overrasket på hende.En: Emil turned and looked at her in surprise.Da: Hans øjne afslørede et øjebliks tøven.En: His eyes revealed a moment of hesitation.Da: Stoltheden i ham var stærk, men der var også noget andet—et ønske om at bryde tavsheden.En: The pride in him was strong, but there was also something else—a desire to break the silence.Da: "Freja," svarede han.En: "Freja," he replied.Da: Der stod de, blandt julelysene og sneen.En: There they stood, among the Christmas lights and the snow.Da: De første ord var svære.En: The first words were difficult.Da: De talte om småting først.En: They talked about small things at first.Da: Men snart boblede de gamle følelser op til overfladen.En: But soon, old feelings bubbled to the surface.Da: Der var vrede, skyld og fortrydelse.En: There was anger, guilt, and regret.Da: Begge indrømmede deres del i at tingene gik galt.En: Both admitted their part in things going wrong.Da: Det var ikke nemt, men nødvendig.En: It wasn't easy, but it was necessary.Da: Efter den ophedede samtale stod de stille.En: After the heated conversation, they stood still.Da: Følelsen af lettelse bredte sig.En: A feeling of relief spread.Da: De havde sagt det, som de havde ønsket at sige så længe.En: They had said what they had wanted to say for so long.Da: "Vil du have en kop varm chokolade med mig?"En: "Would you like a cup of hot chocolate with me?"Da: spurgte Freja med et lille smil.En: asked Freja with a small smile.Da: Emil tøvede men så nikkede han.En: Emil hesitated but then nodded.Da: De forlod boden side om side.En: They left the stand side by side.Da: Snakken flød lettere nu.En: The conversation flowed more easily now.Da: Deres grin lød mellem lysene, og Tivolis magiske stemning lyste endnu mere op.En: Their laughter echoed among the lights, and Tivoli's magical atmosphere shone even brighter.Da: De havde lært noget vigtigt: Familien var vigtigere end fortidens fejltagelser.En: They had learned something important: Family was more important than past mistakes.Da: Stoltheden havde ingen plads her.En: Pride had no place here.Da: Dette besøg til Tivoli blev starten på noget nyt.En: This visit to Tivoli became the start of something new.Da: De havde fundet tilbage til hinanden, som søskende igen.En: They had found their way back to each other, as siblings again.Da: Det var den gave, julen havde bragt dem.En: It was the gift Christmas had brought them. Vocabulary Words:darkness: mørkesnowflakes: snefnugadorned: pyntedelanterns: lygtertunes: musikscent: duftroasted: ristedechestnuts: kastanjerattracted: lokkedevisitors: besøgendefiddled: pilledescarf: halstørklædehesitation: tøvendesire: ønskesilence: tavshedenbubbled: bobledesurface: overfladenanger: vredeguilt: skyldregret: fortrydelseadmitted: indrømmedeheated: ophedederelief: lettelsecup: kopechoed: lødesiblings: søskendemistakes: fejltagelserpride: stolthedenchance: mulighedcourage: mod

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Rekindling Family Ties Under the Winter Solstice Moon Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-12-13-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 冬至的黄昏，飘着细细的雪花，明怀着复杂的心情走进了乡下的家。En: On the winter solstice evening, fine snowflakes were falling as Ming entered his rural home with a complicated heart.Zh: 房子虽小但温馨，内壁上的春联已经有些褪色，但仍显得喜庆。En: The house was small but cozy, and the spring couplets on the inner walls had faded a bit but still looked festive.Zh: 桌子上满是饺子和年糕，空气中弥漫着扑鼻的香气。En: The table was filled with jiaozi and niangao, and the air was filled with an enticing aroma.Zh: 今天是冬至，象征着团圆的日子。En: Today was the winter solstice, a day symbolizing family reunion.Zh: 明是家里最大的孩子，En: Ming was the eldest child in the family.Zh: 他住在大城市里，工作繁忙，很少回家。En: He lived in a big city, where his work kept him busy, so he seldom returned home.Zh: 他对家里的责任感到沉重，同时又对自己长期的疏离感到内疚。En: He felt a heavy sense of responsibility towards his family and also felt guilty for his long absence.Zh: 他已经很久没有和家人一起过冬至了。En: He hadn't spent the winter solstice with his family for a long time.Zh: 这次回来，他希望能和莉和花好好聚聚。En: This time, he hoped to have a good gathering with Li and Hua.Zh: 莉是家里的二女儿，她留在家乡照顾父母。En: Li, the second daughter in the family, stayed in her hometown to take care of their parents.Zh: 对明的长期缺席，她心里有些不满。En: She was somewhat resentful of Ming's long absence.Zh: 她一直觉得，明把所有的负担都扔给了她。En: She always felt that Ming had left all the burdens on her shoulders.Zh: 尽管她心里也很想和哥哥和好，但心里的芥蒂总是阻止她迈出第一步。En: Although she also desired to reconcile with her brother, her grievances held her back from taking the first step.Zh: 小妹花不断劝说，希望能促成哥哥姐姐的和解，她不愿看到家人不和，特别是在这样的节日里。En: Their younger sister Hua continuously mediated, hoping to bring about peace between her brother and sister, for she disliked seeing family discord, especially on such a festive day.Zh: 晚餐开始后，家人围坐在桌旁，气氛显得有些尴尬。En: As dinner began, the family sat around the table with a somewhat awkward atmosphere.Zh: 花端上了一盘热腾腾的饺子，兴奋地说道：“哥哥，这次我们一起包的饺子特别好吃呢！”En: Hua brought a plate of steaming jiaozi and excitedly said, “Gege, these dumplings we made together are especially tasty!”Zh: 明微笑着点头，心里却在想着该如何开始他和莉之间的对话。En: Ming smiled and nodded, while pondering how to initiate a conversation with Li.Zh: 过了不久，话题逐渐转向了过往的家庭生活。En: After a while, the topic gradually shifted to their past family life.Zh: 莉有些情绪化地说：“明，你很久都没回来看我们，每次都是我一个人在家撑着。”En: Li, a bit emotional, said, “Ming, you haven't come home for so long. Every time, I'm the one holding up things at home.”Zh: 她说完，用筷子拨弄着碗里的饺子，不再看明。En: After speaking, she poked at the jiaozi in her bowl with her chopsticks, no longer looking at Ming.Zh: 明放下了筷子，深吸一口气，正视着莉。他知道这个时刻迟早要来。En: Ming put down his chopsticks, took a deep breath, and looked Li in the eye. He knew this moment was inevitable.Zh: 他诚恳地说：“莉，对不起，这些年我没有尽到哥哥的责任。我知道你付出了很多，承担了很多。我也很想回家，但是每次想到家里的负担，我觉得无从下手。”En: Sincerely, he said, “Li, I'm sorry I haven't fulfilled my duties as a brother these years. I know you've given and taken on a lot. I also want to come home, but every time I think of the burden at home, I feel lost.”Zh: 花见气氛有些紧张，赶紧插话道：“我们都希望能多一些时间在一起，毕竟今天是冬至，团圆很重要。”En: Hua, sensing the tension, quickly interjected, “We all hope to spend more time together, especially since today is the winter solstice, and reunion is important.”Zh: 明继续说道：“我这次回来就是想告诉你，我会试着改变，更多参与家里的事。我知道不是一句话就能解决的，但我会努力。”En: Ming continued, “I came back this time to tell you that I'll try to change and be more involved with family affairs. I know it can't be resolved in just a few words, but I'll try my best.”Zh: 莉沉默了片刻，然后低声说道：“我也是。我也不该一直埋怨，今后我会尽量放下过去。”En: Li remained silent for a moment, then whispered, “Me too. I shouldn't keep holding grudges; I'll try to let go of the past.”Zh: 在花的调和下，兄妹俩终于冰释前嫌。En: With Hua's mediation, the siblings finally reconciled.Zh: 随着时间的推移，他们的话语渐渐轻松起来，欢声笑语又回到了家中。En: As time passed, their conversation grew lighter, and laughter returned to the house.Zh: 那个夜晚，他们围坐在炉火旁，聊起了小时候的趣事。En: That night, they sat around the stove, reminiscing about childhood fun.Zh: 冬至的夜空，皎洁的月光洒在院子里，覆盖了一层银白色的薄霜。En: Under the winter solstice night sky, the bright moonlight shone in the courtyard, covering it with a layer of silvery frost.Zh: 通过这次坦诚的沟通，明明白了亲情的重要，而莉则学会了宽恕和包容。En: Through this candid communication, Ming understood the importance of family affection, and Li learned about forgiveness and tolerance.Zh: 家人间的那份温暖，在这冬至的夜晚，愈发浓厚。En: The warmth among the family grew even stronger on this winter solstice night. Vocabulary Words:solstice: 冬至rural: 乡下complicated: 复杂cozy: 温馨aroma: 香气reunion: 团圆seldom: 很少responsibility: 责任guilty: 内疚absence: 疏离resentful: 不满burden: 负担reconcile: 和好grievances: 芥蒂discord: 不和awkward: 尴尬initiate: 开始emotional: 情绪化poke: 拨弄chopsticks: 筷子fulfill: 尽到inevitable: 迟早要来sincerely: 诚恳mediate: 劝说tension: 紧张reconciliation: 冰释前嫌reminisce: 聊起moonlight: 月光silvery frost: 银白色的薄霜tolerance: 包容

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In this episode of Talking-ish, Raya's food poisoning incident, Coretta's parenting challenges, Britt's exhausting work event, and Anthony's community engagement with Toys for Tots. The conversation flows into viewer comments, cultural reflections, and the importance of community support, all wrapped in humor and camaraderie. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various themes surrounding ignorance, literacy, and the role of media in shaping public perception. They discuss the origins of Project 2025, the consequences of illiteracy, and the importance of reading. The conversation also touches on the slippery slope of modern journalism and the accountability of public figures like Diddy and 50 Cent. Overall, the discussion emphasizes the need for critical thinking and the impact of words in society. In this episode, the hosts delve into the controversial Diddy documentary, discussing its implications and the allegations surrounding Sean Combs. They explore the narrative changes brought by 50 Cent's involvement, the scrutiny of Diddy's relationships with artists, and the broader questions of accountability within the music industry. The conversation reflects on Diddy's complex legacy and the uncertain future he faces amidst ongoing allegationsBecome a Habitual Ish Talker and follow us on The App Formally Known As Twitter: twitter.com/TalkinIsh_PodJoin in on the conversation! E-Mail us at ⁠talkinishpod@gmail.com⁠Listen to the audio version: https://linktr.ee/TalkinIshPod00:00 - Introduction 02:41 - Weekly Wellness Check: Raya's Food Poisoning Incident05:30 - Coretta's Week: Surprises and Work Mishaps16:08 - Navigating PTO Policies and Work Culture19:42 - Food Safety and Meat Quality Concerns22:42 - Family Dynamics and Holiday Plans25:48 - Toys for Tots and Community Involvement29:20 - Personal Highlights and Collectibles30:41 - Weekend Adventures and Car Troubles32:41 - Viewer Comments and International Love33:39 - Cultural References and Humor38:07 - Political Perspectives from Lafayette42:28 - Ignorance and Literacy in the Spotlight52:37 - The Impact of AI on Black Communities53:31 - Financial Literacy and Its Importance56:38 - The Evolution of Reading Rainbow and Its New Host59:31 - Controversies Surrounding Reading Rainbow01:03:37 - The Dangers of Ignorance and Hate01:07:28 - The Legal Battle of Megan Thee Stallion01:13:02 - The Legal Implications of Revenge Porn01:14:26 - Defamation and Freedom of Speech01:16:38 - The Role of Media in Celebrity Trials01:18:47 - The Slippery Slope of Journalism01:21:15 - The Consequences of Words01:25:05 - The Importance of Press Freedom01:26:59 - Diddy and the Reckoning Documentary01:37:26 - The Dark Side of Fame01:39:45 - The Untouchable Diddy01:43:43 - The Legacy of Bad Boy Records01:46:37 - The Impact of Diddy's Upbringing01:51:29 - The Documentary's Revelations01:59:01 - Family Ties and Controversies02:02:04 - The Diddy Debate02:03:13 - Political Theories and Allegations02:07:51 - Record Label Dilemmas02:14:03 - Final Thoughts and Goodbye

What's up? Alex P. Keaton is back, and he learns—or re-learns—all about Christmas spirit! I've got Jeff Fox from Name That Christmas Special with me to talk Family Ties “Miracle in Columbus!” Alex's heart grows three sizes!In this sixth season seventeenth episode, Skippy gets Alex to fill in for him as a mall Santa. The capitalistic Santa Alex meets a little girl named Michelle who wants nothing more than for her father to be home for Christmas. Of course, this bums Alex out to the max.Subsequently in the mall locker room, the real Santa appears and comforts and encourages Alex. Moved by his speech, he finds Michelle and her mom and invites them over for Christmas Eve. Miraculously, Michelle's dad appears at the Keatons's door. All's well that ends well!Mallory and Jennifer in elf costumes? Check. Skippy as an abominable snowman? Got it. Michael and Elise decorating a cactus? It got better. So grab your Santa suit and, “Ho Ho Ho,” to this episode on Family Ties “Miracle in Columbus!”Name That Christmas SpecialIG: @chrspecialsBSky: @chrspecials.bsky.socialGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

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Our relationships with our family and friends, those we care about, can bring us the most joy and pain we feel in mortality. Today on the podcast, I want to talk about how these relationships matter most and gain some awareness about our responsibility in our feelings we have for these people, whether good or bad, and that you are not bad for making whatever choice you want to feel about them. It's on us to do the work of healing if we need it and it's on us to preserve the things we care about.FREE 30 Minute Coaching CallIf you're in a rut, want to change your self worth, lack confidence, or feel unsure about your future, schedule a free coaching call with me. I promise it will change your life. (https://calendly.com/calebpricecoaching/30min)Did you like this episode?Be sure to leave a review of what you liked about this episode. And if you want to learn more about me and get inspired throughout your week, be sure to follow me on Instagram, @calebthecollegecoach (https://www.instagram.com/calebthecollegecoach/)

Hey there, Hawk Heads. December is all about the best moments in 108.9 The Hawk and in 2023, we asked fans what their favorite moments were from that year. The result? Over TWO HOURS of the best moments from 108.9 The Hawk in 2023! From celebrity guests and Val Verde legends to regular station madness, this collection features unforgettable moments from Jon Daly, Ashley Nicole Black, Paul Scheer, Gil Ozeri, Tom Scharpling, John Murray, Rekha Shankar, Zach Cherry, Jo Firestone, Flula Borg, Joe Wengert, Michael Hartney, Alex Steed, Pat Byrne, Pat Cassels, Kristen Bartlett, Richie Moriarty, and Anthony Atamanuik.Including:Whisp and Geoff reflecting on Guns N' Roses' “Where Do We Go Now?” Tour.Jon Daly as Jack White!Intern Harper Lawson (Ashley Nicole Black) demolishes the “All Hawk Total Rock Summer” promo.Trip Larson (Paul Scheer) plays Hot Tub or Hot Sauce?Big Scotty (Tom Scharpling) gives “The Angry Man” a new nickname.Jim Springsteen (John Murray) proudly introduces The Jim Springsteen Band.Susan Slump (Rekha Shankar) challenges the hosts to Guess The Seinfeld Episode.Big Steve (Zach Cherry) offers a “No Perverts Guarantee” at his food festival.Emotional calls from Rocker Alexis Rockrock (Jo Firestone), a cinematic confession from David Jonathan Martin-David (Joe Wengert) about his Huey Lewis documentary, and a full meltdown from Channel 8's Sledge Huntley (Michael Hartney) covering Mayor David Lee Roth.Geet Frost (Alex Steed) at his First Amendment Bookstore & Adult Emporium, Glenallen Mixon (Pat Cassels) on his ska-horror soundtrack Donny The Mangler, Ginger Mistletoe (Kristen Bartlett) reliving the Christmas Parade disaster, Scott Pilgrim (Richie Moriarty) bragging about his Val Verde Pool & Spa jingle, and Willy Crystal (Anthony Atamanuik) unpacking Family Ties like it's a government cover-up.Keep Up With All Things Hawk (hawk sound)Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube — or whatever app you use. Your choice!Join the Rock Battalion: sign up for our mailing list at 1089thehawk.com.Patreon keeps the lights on (and the Food Gulch ads rolling): patreon.com/1089thehawk.YouTube is where you'll find clips, video episodes and yelling: youtube.com/@1089thehawk.Follow us everywhere: Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky, Facebook, Threads Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This powerful message invites us into the messy, complicated family tree of Jesus through the story of Abraham—a man whose faith journey was marked by fear, doubt, and repeated failures, yet who remained central to God's redemptive plan. Through vivid imagery of walking alone in a dark parking lot, we're confronted with a profound truth: fear informs trust, but truth must inform fear. Abraham's story reveals how easily we can operate in ignorance rather than truth, making decisions based on what we assume is happening rather than what God has promised. From lying about Sarah being his sister out of fear for his life, to taking matters into his own hands with Hagar instead of waiting on God's timing, Abraham struggled with trusting God's protection, provision, process, and timing. Yet through 25 years of infertility and waiting, through the unthinkable test on Mount Moriah where he was asked to sacrifice Isaac, Abraham's trials became the foundation for future trust. The genealogy of Jesus includes Abraham not despite his failures but as a testament to God's redemptive power. This Advent season, as we face difficult family gatherings and navigate our own fears, we're reminded that Jesus' arrival proves God is trustworthy—every promise finds its yes and amen in Christ, and our broken trust can be healed by the One who is eternally faithful.

On this episode of Mattalk, we take a deep dive into Matlock Season 6, Episode "The Legacy." What begins as a murder case quickly becomes personal when Ben Matlock discovers that the accused has an unexpected connection to his late father, Charlie Matlock. As the case unfolds, long-buried memories resurface, challenging Ben's sense of loyalty and forcing him to confront emotional truths from his past. We break down the twists, courtroom strategy, standout character moments, and emotional weight that make this episode a memorable entry in the series. From Ben's internal struggle to the moral dilemmas driving the story, "The Legacy" adds depth to Matlock's history while still delivering the show's trademark legal suspense and heart. Whether you're a lifelong Matlock fan or discovering the series episode by episode, this discussion offers insight, laughs, and a renewed appreciation for TV's favorite Southern lawyer. Follow John @PVDMVP and Jason @3geeksjay for more Mattalk conversations and updates!

[School of Movies 2025] Teenager from 1985 accidentally winds up in 1955 and meets his parents as teenagers, endangering his very existence. Bob Zemekis and Bob Gale made time travel immense and exhilarating, yet fun, intimate and personal, wisely choosing to focus (in a way that was rare at the time) on the everyboy hero's family relationships. And to illustrate quite how the alchemy of casting and crew was so key, they got several weeks into the original shoot with a completely different actor for Marty McFly. Things only finally clicked into place when Eric Stoltz exited the project and Michael J. Fox entered the scene, simultaneously filming day-shoots of the sit-com Family Ties. Three of the greatest movies ever made, and perennial occupants of my most beloved top spots, Back to the Future, both as a trilogy, and as a stand-alone film is so close to perfect that it can be rounded up to perfect with minimal argument. It has been fifteen years since I first recorded a show on each of these, and more than any other previous show, they were in desperate need of a revisit. Guest: Jesse Ferguson @TheDapperDM from the Recorded Tomorrow Podcast Those early Digital Gonzo shows can be found on the School of Movies Archive podcast feed. They are rough as hell, amateur hour on my part and each barely breaks the sixty minute mark. The best bits of all of them are featured at the end of each of these three new shows. Many thanks to my vintage guests, Nikki Taylor and Giles Thomas

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Nauvoo and Becca Williamson02:10 The Unique Charm of Nauvoo05:00 Insider Tips for Visiting Nauvoo07:48 Hidden Gems and Family Fun in Nauvoo11:02 Dining in Nauvoo: Local Favorites16:47 The History and People of Nauvoo20:00 The Legacy of Nauvoo Restoration21:51 Family Ties and Ancestry in Nauvoo22:54 Year-Round Activities in Nauvoo24:27 Memorable Experiences in Tourism25:05 The Emotional Journey of the Saints26:34 The Trail of Hope and Its Significance29:06 Finding Peace at the Riverwalk30:43 Helpful Tips for Families Visiting NauvooTakeaways:Nauvoo is a charming town with a rich history.The sunsets in Nauvoo are spectacular and a must-see.Visitors can tour over 30 historic homes for free.Local dining options are family-owned and unique.The town has hidden gems like fairy doors and herb gardens.Understanding the pioneer experience adds depth to visits.Fall is a particularly beautiful time to visit Nauvoo.Where you can find more about Nauvoo:Visiting Historic Nauvoo With Kids!! The Itinerary Your Family Will LoveBeautiful Nauvoo - City of Nauvoo Tourism WebsiteBoston Travel Itinerary mentioned in podcast:Visiting Historic New England: 4 Days Boston to Maine

This week, the conversation has finally made it out of the family group chat and onto the podcast! From how to handle holidays to grandparents that love to spoil their grandkids (then send them home), join Jenn and Mike as they break down the hilarious chaos that happens when everyone shares DNA (but not opinions).This episode of You, Me & Mike is brought to you by AG1!  AG1 is more than a regular supplement; it's your multivitamin, probiotics, greens and superfoods, in one deliciously simple daily ritual. Support immunity, energy and gut health with just one scoop. Head to drinkag1.com/jennifertodryk  to get a FREE Welcome Kit ($76 value) when you subscribe, which includes: 3 FREE AG1 Travel Packs in each flavor, bottle of Vitamin D3+K2, a shaker bottle, canister & metal scoop!NEW for season two- we're on YouTube! You can still listen on all your favorite podcast platforms, and you can watch the show on our YouTube channel! Want to submit an idea for a topic to be discussed on the show? Have a crazy question for the jar of weird questions?  Just want to say hi?   We'd love to hear from you!    Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or send us an email at youmeandmikepodcast@gmail.com!You, Me & Mike is a production of The Rambling Redhead from Thirteen Media.

“If you are questioning what I'm doing, then why not get it from the source?” When you've consistently done the work to be one of the best, it's not just the on court respect and praise that is earned, it's how your voice resonates beyond the game and no better example of this than Kevin Durant. In this powerful and candid conversation, NBA superstar Kevin Durant sits down with Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder, and Fred Taylor to open up like never before. From his early days in Prince George's County to becoming one of the most dynamic scorers in NBA history, KD reflects on his journey through every team he's played for — the Thunder, Warriors, Nets, and Suns — and what each chapter taught him about loyalty, leadership, and growth. He opens up about overcoming devastating injuries, finding balance off the court, and the evolution of his mindset through success, criticism, and reinvention. He doesn't shy away from the questions surrounding his choices, his direct demeanor on social media and describes how he sees his iconic career vs. how it's viewed by the world. Revealing the darkness he experienced from his injuries to rediscovering the light from his time away from the game, KD's love and appreciation for the camaraderie, the intense competition and the high demands of the sport. He shares how special Olympic moments have been, how winning a championship doesn't define his legacy and lets us in on his bond with players around the NBA, especially Anthony Edwards, who he sees a lot of himself in and compares their relationship to a similar one he shared with the late Kobe Bryant. Durant also talks deeply about family, sharing heartfelt stories about the impact of his mother, Wanda, and his relationship with his father, Wayne, and how thier love and lessons shaped the man he is today. The conversation turns to business and life beyond basketball — from his ventures in media and tech with Boardroom to his vision for empowering the next generation of athletes and creators. And of course, KD keeps it real about being a lifelong Washington Commanders fan — the highs, lows, and that unwavering DMV pride. It's vintage Durant: honest, thoughtful, competitive, and always evolving. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button, like and comment- we love hearing from you Pivot family! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices