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Susan Harrison joins Tiernan this week from inside a well, to talk about wellness. And also answer a question from Noraaaaaa. See Susan in the brilliant Showstopper! The Kids Show at Soho Theatre Walthamstow from Oct 28th to the 31st. GET TICKETS HERE: https://sohotheatre.com/events/showstopper-the-kids-show/ WE NEED YOUR QUESTIONS, JOKES AND NONSENSE TOO. SEND THEM IN TO: podcast@comedyclub4kids.co.uk GROWN UPS: IF YOU CAN BUY US A COFFEE PLEASE DO SO HERE: https://ko-fi.com/comedyclub4kids Website: www.comedyclub4kids.co.uk Bluesky: comedyclub4kids.bsky.social Hosted by Tiernan Douieb. Music by Paddy Gervers. Design by John Beck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel and Ruby (or is it Gerald and the rat?) aka Shelf return to Radio Nonsense this week to talk about lilo wrestling, sock drawers full of stinky hippos and their new Glam and Beardy book and tour! Check out Glam and Beardy Volume 2 here: https://littletiger.co.uk/product/glam-and-beardy-volume-ii Check out Shelf's UK Sketch show for kids tour here: https://www.shelfcomedy.com/tour WE NEED YOUR QUESTIONS, JOKES AND NONSENSE TOO. SEND THEM IN TO: podcast@comedyclub4kids.co.uk GROWN UPS: IF YOU CAN BUY US A COFFEE PLEASE DO SO HERE: https://ko-fi.com/comedyclub4kids Website: www.comedyclub4kids.co.uk Bluesky: comedyclub4kids.bsky.social Hosted by Tiernan Douieb. Music by Paddy Gervers. Design by John Beck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Weekend Whassup for Friday, 9/25/2026 powered by Pleasant View Realty’s Rich Ryan! The Point keeps you connected to the top 12 things happening around Sheboygan this weekend! Downtown 925 is going big today (Friday) with a 9 to 5 Party featuring big hair, fun, food and drinks—all to raise $925 for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Free to attend, with a big hair contest, prizes and plenty of 9-to-5-themed fun—all while helping put books in the hands of local kids! https://wxerfm.com/events/568479/ Swift Nation - The Ultimate Taylor Swift Tribute Show makes a tour stop tonight at 7:30 at Sheboygan’s Weill Center For The Performing Arts. The show is a Benefit for Mental Health and Addiction presented By Plymouth Advancement Association. https://www.weillcenter.com/event/swift-nation---the-ultimate-taylor-swift-tribute-show The SCIO Farmer’s Market is tomorrow (Saturday)! The market makes fresh, native produce and products available directly from farmers to residents every Wednesday and Saturday from 8-1 in Fountain Park in Downtown Sheboygan. https://www.sheboygancountyinterfaith.org/farmers-market/ Plymouth’s Family Friendly “FALLOOZA” Festival is tomorrow (Saturday) from 10a-9:30p at Plymouth's City Park. FREE Main Stage entertainment with Boogie and The Yo Yos, bouncers for the kids, cornhole, food and more! https://www.fallooza.com/line-up The Sheboygan Theater Company Presents: “Come From Away” on Stage at Horace Mann Middle School with showtimes through this weekend and next! https://www.stcshows.org/season-93/come-from-away The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin invites you to a mini golf outing tomorrow (Saturday) at 2pm at Harbor Pointe Mini Golf at Sheboygan’s South Pier. https://www.facebook.com/events/1690476812100179/ Random Lake’s Fall Family Festival is tomorrow (Saturday) from 11-4. Live music, crafts, vendors, food trucks, corn hole tournament, sunflower growing contest, pie baking contest, street games, Jolly Good Fun Zone, and MORE! https://www.randomlake.org/fall-family-fun-festival Have some fun Punkin Chunkin For A Cause at the Nikolaus Haus in Greenbush tomorrow (Saturday) after 10am. They’ll shoot pumpkins out of cannons and trebuchets! Food, drinks and music too! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1105165690086035/posts/2091640044771923/ Elkhart Lake’s Farmers & Artisans Market in the Village Square is a Saturday morning tradition. Pick up fresh seasonal vegetables, flowers, cheese and specialty products from approximately 50 vendors! https://www.elkhartlakechamber.com/farmers-market M&T's Gibbsville Orchard is hosting their Annual “Harvest Festival” both days this weekend. Animals, sluice mining, live music, balloon twisting and more! https://gibbsvilleorchard.com/2026-events Plymouth Dirt Track Racing Presents: Wisconsin Sprint Car Championships tomorrow (Saturday) night at the fairgrounds in Plymouth! Gates after 4:30! https://www.plymouthdtr.com/schedule.html Food trucks are back at Vollrath and Kiwanis parks Monday evenings from 4-8 through the summer! https://visitsheboygan.com/event/sheboygan-food-truck-mondays-2/2023-08-14/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 During our recent “From the Tap” podcast, Amy Peltier of San Marino, Calif-based Peltier Interiors discusses how projects can hold up to kids, pets and second phases of life. Photo credit: Becca Batista

Join host Miles McKeller-Smith as he gives listeners a preview of the 48th Annual International Folk Festival in Fayetteville, Cumberland County. Discover the exciting events planned for this year's festival, including the Parade of Nations, cultural exhibits, and a variety of performances. Learn about the community's vibrant artistic scene and the festival's impact on local culture. Plus, get a sneak peek at the Celebration of Sapphire exhibit showcasing mail art from around the world.

What Will We Be Talking About on Monday? Results from the Tigers' trip to Boise, More from the First Weekend of Total Football! What Did We Learn This Week? Sean McVay is a Football Guy, College Game Day Isn't Family Friendly?, & Russini Scandal's Impact on Women in Sports

The podcast returns! Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall joins Tiernan this week to talk about plate smashing and answer a question about Alvin the treacherous. Listen to Alasdair's story podcast Bobby Logs Stories here: https://podfollow.com/6790813684 WE NEED YOUR QUESTIONS, JOKES AND NONSENSE TOO. SEND THEM IN TO: podcast@comedyclub4kids.co.uk GROWN UPS: IF YOU CAN BUY US A COFFEE PLEASE DO SO HERE: https://ko-fi.com/comedyclub4kids Website: www.comedyclub4kids.co.uk Bluesky: comedyclub4kids.bsky.social Hosted by Tiernan Douieb. Music by Paddy Gervers. Design by John Beck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Rosina McAlpine is the founder and CEO of Win Win Parenting, working with organisations and people leaders to create family-friendly workplaces that allow parents to succeed both at work and at home. In this conversation, we challenge one of the assumptions sitting beneath modern working life: that the strain of balancing career, parenting and family is primarily something the individual needs to learn to manage.Those with ears, let them hear.Always love,RyanCONNECT WITH DR ROSINA McALPINEDr Rosina McAlpine – Official Website https://www.drrosina.com/Win Win Parenting – Official Website https://www.winwinparenting.com/Win Win Parenting Programmes https://www.winwinparenting.com/our-programsWorkplace Parent Support Guide https://www.winwinparenting.com/closing-the-gap-in-parent-support-guideWorking Parent Risk Assessmenthttps://app.winwinparenting.com/assessments/working-parent-risk-assessmentDr Rosina McAlpine – LinkedInhttps://au.linkedin.com/in/drrosinaCONNECT WITH ALWAYS BETTER THAN YESTERDAYWebsitehttps://abty.co.uk/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/alwaysbetterthanyesterdayuk/LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/abty/Join our mailing listhttps://abty.co.uk/contactSign up for coachinghttps://abty.co.uk/coachingQuestions and reflectionspodcast@abty.co.ukCHAPTERS00:00 – Welcome to Dr Rosina McAlpine01:41 – Becoming a Working Parent03:44 – The World Changed. Work Didn't.05:22 – Send People Home Better09:11 – Stop Making It an Individual Problem11:16 – Is the Next Generation Really Lazy?14:16 – What Do We Actually Want From Life?17:15 – What Your Children Learn From You20:09 – Purpose, Mission and the NASA Story22:31 – Why Win Win Parenting Exists26:21 – The Old Story of Work and Sacrifice28:28 – Heart-Centred Culture Still Needs Structure32:20 – Rethinking Performance Management35:17 – Making Culture Bigger Than One Leader38:32 – Creating an Organisational Symphony41:36 – Building a Family-Friendly Workplace43:23 – Why Generic Wellbeing Isn't Enough45:07 – Change the Water: Culture Is the Fishbowl48:14 – What If Your Workplace Isn't Family-Friendly?50:38 – Use the Data to Change the Conversation52:33 – Equality vs Equity at Work54:54 – The Hidden Impact on Children58:17 – Why This Is a Systems Problem59:05 – It Really Does Take a Village1:00:43 – Free Support and Resources1:02:41 – Dr Rosina's HeartprintDESCRIPTIONDr Rosina McAlpine, founder of Win Win Parenting, joins Ryan Hartley to explore working parent burnout, work-life balance, psychosocial safety and family-friendly workplace culture. Discover why supporting working parents requires more than individual resilience and how better leadership, culture and workplace systems can help people thrive at work and at home.#DrRosinaMcAlpine #WinWinParenting #workingparents #WorkingParentBurnout #FamilyFriendlyWorkplace#futureofwork #worklifebalance

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In this episode, Hailey shares a go-to guide to the ultimate family vacation spot. Meet legendary Rhinelander, Wisconsin! This hidden Northwoods gem is packed with family-friendly fun in every season. And trust us, you'll want to keep reading—epic adventures await right here in Rhinelander! Without further ado, here's your go-to guide. The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/year-round-family-fun-in-rhinelander-your-go-to-guide/ Hodag Heritage Festival: https://www.rhinelanderchamber.com/hodagheritagefestival/; Pioneer Park: https://explorerhinelander.com/parksandtrails/pioneer-park/; Pioneer Park Historical Complex: https://rhinelanderpphc.com/; Rhinelander Pub: https://rhinelanderpub.com/ The Hodag Store: https://www.thehodagstore.com/; ArtStart: https://artstartrhinelander.org/; Hodag Dome: https://www.rhinelander.k12.wi.us/hodag-dome/; Heal Creek Recreational Area: https://www.rhinelanderwi.us/departments/parks_buildings___grounds/heal_creek_recreational_area.php; Mel's Trading Post: https://www.melstradingpost.net/; Hodag BMX Park: https://www.usabmx.com/tracks/wi-hodag-bmx; Northwood Golf Club: https://northwoodgolfclub.com/; Hodag Splash Pad: https://explorerhinelander.com/Listings/vancos-family-community-splash-pad/; Hodag Park: https://explorerhinelander.com/parksandtrails/hodag-park/; Cool Beans Froyo Cafe: https://explorerhinelander.com/Listings/cool-beans-froyo-cafe/; Hodag Park Concert Series: https://explorerhinelander.com/all-events/hodag-park-concert-series/; Art Fair: https://www.rhinelanderchamber.com/artfair/; Car Show: https://www.rhinelanderchamber.com/rhinelander-car-show/; Almon County Park: https://explorerhinelander.com/parksandtrails/almon-county-park/; Cedric A. Vig Outdoor Classroom: https://www.rhinelander.k12.wi.us/schools/cavoc/; ATV/UTV Trails: https://www.hodag4wheelersatvutvclub.com/maps/; Heal Creek Dog Dash: https://explorerhinelander.com/all-events/heal-creek-dog-dash/; Hodag Sno-Trails: https://www.hodagsnotrails.com/; Lights of the Northwoods: https://lightsofthenorthwoods.org/; Wally's South 17 Supper Club: https://www.facebook.com/people/Wallys-South-17-Supper-Club/61556774902236/; Rhinelander Resorts: https://www.rhinelander-resorts.com/; Forsyth Sunlite Resort: https://forsythsunliteresort.com/; Ryan's On Lake George: https://www.ryansonlakegeorge.com/; West Bay Camping Resort: http://www.westbaycampingresort.com/; Brekke's Fireside Resort: https://brekkesresort.com/; Three G's Resort: https://www.threegsresort.com/; Merry Dale Resort: https://www.merrydaleresort.com/; Clear Lake Inn & Resort: https://www.theclearlakeresort.com/; Flick's Resort, Bar & Grill: https://flicksresortbarandgrill.com/; Holiday Acres Resort: https://www.holidayacres.com/; Rhinelander — It's Legendary!: Rhinelander — It's Legendary!The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod; Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin; Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin; Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks; Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce: https://explorerhinelander.com/. Follow on social @explorerhinelander

Have you ever stopped to think about how the movies, shows, and online content your children consume may be shaping the way they think, feel, and see the world?For filmmaker, producer, distributor, entrepreneur, and founder Chevonne O'Shaughnessy, that question became personal when she saw the impact a movie had on her own young daughter—and it ultimately helped change the direction of her career.In this powerful inspirational episode, Reginald D sits down with entrepreneur, filmmaker, producer, distributor, mentor, and American Cinema Inspires founder Chevonne O'Shaughnessy for an eye-opening conversation about family-friendly entertainment, faith-based movies, inspirational storytelling, children and media, entrepreneurship, perseverance, women in film, family values, faith, purpose, and creating entertainment that positively impacts people's lives.Chevonne has spent decades in the entertainment industry and says she has distributed more than 500 films worldwide. But her decision to focus on more inspirational and uplifting entertainment began with something that happened inside her own family.Chevonne partnered with Cindy Bond and began distributing inspirational films internationally. But success didn't happen immediately. Buyers weren't accustomed to seeing this type of content, and some initially walked right past it.Reginald and Chevonne also discuss today's enormous challenge for parents:What are our children consuming?With streaming platforms, social media, smartphones, and endless digital content competing for attention, parents have more entertainment choices than ever—but also more content to evaluate.Current family-media discussions similarly emphasize how entertainment shapes children's worldview, why stories matter, and how parents can make more intentional media choices.Chevonne also takes listeners behind the scenes of the entertainment business and explains why talent alone isn't enough.For filmmakers, entrepreneurs, and creators, one of the biggest lessons from this conversation is understanding your audience.Chevonne also discusses Sugar Creek Amish Mysteries, her work advocating for women in film, the changing opportunities for independent filmmakers, the challenges of modern film distribution, and why creators must understand the platforms and audiences they're trying to reach.If you're a parent, filmmaker, entrepreneur, content creator, woman in entertainment, person of faith, or someone concerned about the impact today's culture and media are having on young people, this episode delivers an important conversation about using creativity for something greater than attention.It's an inspirational story about following your convictions, trusting your instincts, persevering when others don't understand your vision, and proving that entertainment can do more than entertain.It can inspire. It can encourage. And it can bring people together.Discover why the stories children and families consume matter and how positive, inspirational, faith-based and family-friendly entertainment can create opportunities for meaningful conversations about difficult real-life issues.Learn powerful entrepreneurship and self-improvement lessons about trusting your vision, persevering through rejection, understanding your audience, adapting your strategy, and continuing when your idea goes against industry trends.Hear an inspirational and motivational story from a woman who built a decades-long entertainment career while advocating for women in film and pursuing a larger purpose: creating stories centered on hope, faith, family, values, forgiveness and encouragement.Press play now to hear Chevonne O'Shaughnessy's inspirational journey and discover why the stories we watch matter, how creators can turn conviction into opportunity, and why positive entertainment still has the power to influence families and the next generation.Chevonne O'Shaughnessy's Contact Info:American Cinema Inspires | Family-Friendly Films & Entertainment - https://americancinemainspires.comYouTube Channel -  Lifted - Stories That Inspire - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjWgFEwDOOTVQgVo1yZ8-5A Send us Fan MailSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd   TikTok: @realtalkregd  Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald  Website:  https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D  -  MerchandiseReal Talk With Reginald D is a faith-based globally ranked inspirational and motivational podcast designed to motivate, empower & transform lives through powerful motivational speeches, authentic conversations, and real-life inspirational stories. Each episode delivers motivational and inspirational coaching focused on self improvement, leadership, healing, resilience & purpose. Rooted in faith and motivation, this Christian-based platform blends practical growth strategies with biblical wisdom, helping listeners strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, and walk boldly in their calling.  Check out Reginald D's powerful motivational speeches today!`

Triforce Mailbag 75! How do we deal with getting recognised in public (by 4 year olds)? What kind of food does the Demon of Breakfast recommend? How should non-binary Triforce fans identify themselves? Why does Jeremy Clarkson think we're all snowflake babies? Can ever record a family-safe episode?! Take control of your income. Start your free trial at http://shopify.com/triforce Support your favourite podcast on Patreon: https://bit.ly/2SMnzk6 Music courtesy of Epidemic Sound. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Canada needs more housing, but building in existing neighbourhoods often faces strong local opposition. Could gentle density be a solution?In this episode of DemograFix, Cara Stern and Mike Moffatt discuss how infill housing, form-based zoning, and streamlined regulations could help Canada build more family-friendly homes while balancing concerns about neighbourhood character, infrastructure, parking, and density. They also examine multiplex debates in Toronto and Calgary, and whether zoning reform and condo rules are limiting new homeownership opportunities.Topics covered:What is gentle density?Why Canada needs more family-friendly housingThe fight over multiplexes and infill housingToronto's sixplex debateCalgary's citywide upzoning rollbackForm-based zoning explainedZoning vs. building codeHow standardized zoning could reduce red tapeParking, infrastructure, and neighbourhood concernsCreating more homeownership opportunities through gentle densityCondo regulations and small-scale housingBritish Columbia's small-scale, multi-unit housing approachWhat Oregon is doing differentlyShould gentle density start with greenfield development?Can gentle density overcome NIMBY and YIMBY opposition?Chapters:00:00 – Canada's Housing Problem and the Case for Gentle Density01:25 – The Three Ways Cities Can Build More Housing03:00 – Why Multiplexes Face Local Opposition04:35 – Toronto's Controversial Station Road Eightplex06:15 – Calgary's Upzoning Rollback07:30 – What Is Gentle Density?08:20 – Objection #1: Buildings Are Too Tall09:35 – Form-Based Zoning Explained11:05 – Zoning vs. Building Codes12:15 – Objection #2: Buildings Are Too Large13:05 – Objection #3: Parking and Infrastructure14:25 – Can Gentle Density Benefit Existing Homeowners?16:10 – Tiny Homes and Pocket Neighbourhoods17:25 – Does Density Mean More Rental Housing?19:00 – Making Small-Scale Homeownership Easier20:25 – What Canada Can Learn From B.C. and Oregon21:45 – Where Should Gentle Density Start?23:00 – Can Gentle Density Actually Get Political Support?24:15 – NIMBYs vs. YIMBYs: Is Gentle Density Too Mild?25:00 – Moving Beyond Arbitrary Unit CountsResearch/links:MMI Gentle Density Report: https://www.missingmiddleinitiative.ca/p/from-policy-gridlock-to-housing-growth NIMBYs will Fight Even the Gentlest of Densityhttps://youtu.be/6WavljFV7fM?si=geir1FhAbhdgliv_Nightmare on Craven Road: When Local Politics Derail Citywide Housing Goalshttps://youtu.be/qVQ4gQRnOss?si=RFywNBKZedLERiuj2025 Statcan Study: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/36-28-0001/2025005/article/00003-eng.htm2026 Statcan Study: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/46-28-0001/2026001/article/00002-eng.htmToronto:https://toronto.citynews.ca/2026/04/22/etobicoke-eightplex-site-mimico-residents-developer-toronto/Calgary:https://calgary.citynews.ca/2026/04/22/calgary-federal-housing-funds/ Hosted by Mike Moffatt & Cara Stern & Sabrina MaddeauxProduced by Meredith MartinEdited by Sean Foreman and Canadian Civil

Beaker Street Festival producer Sara Morawetz joins Kaz and Tubes to preview the next week of festival events, including the Enchanted Slime Mold Forest, the Science Photography Prize, and a packed program of science, art, and family-friendly experiences across Hobart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Culture Friday on the Christian case for helping the poor, the loneliness crisis facing young men, and journalism's blind spots. Plus, family-friendly reality-based programming, on Word Play George Grant shares how "boujee" lost its bad rap, and the Friday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Dordt University, host of At Work in the Garden: The Faith and Work Conference, September 17-19. Dordt.edu/gardenFrom World Watch, a 10-minute daily news program that explores current events for students 5-12th grade. This high-energy show connects learners to the present, history and communities around the world. Join 40,000 Christian families that utilize World Watch as a tool to foster curiosity and have conversations about today's news as a discipleship rhythm within their families. “Whatever the news, the purpose of the Lord will stand!” First time? Take advantage of a 30-days free trial at worldwatch.news/podcastNot ready to sign up? Check out a free episode at https://get.worldwatch.news/free-episodeAnd from Ambassadors Impact Network which provides education on investing in private companies from a biblical perspective, plus access to thoroughly vetted deal flow. Members participate in shared diligence and choose individual investments aligned with their convictions. Download AIN's free Spiritual Impact Report to see how portfolio companies integrate faith into operations at ambassadorsimpact.com/reports

Brooks and Skyler from Cackle Clothing Company share their journey from bird hunting enthusiasts to apparel entrepreneurs. They discuss starting a business, designing fun hunting gear, leveraging social media, and preparing for the hunting season.Check out their stuff at Cackle Clothing Company.This episode is brought to you by Ugly Dog Hunting Co. Shop now at UglyDogHunting.comMusic used under Creative Commons -Two Step Daisy Duke by Mr. Smith is licensed under an Attribution 4.0 International License. 

In this episode, Hailey shares that Old World Wisconsin is celebrating its 50th season! This exciting season kicks off with a new Welcome Center, more programming all summer, and exciting events like a big Independence Day Weekend celebration. If you're still figuring out where to spend the holiday, this might be it. Read on to discover what makes this year special, what's new, and what to know before the Fourth! The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/ Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/a-50th-season-to-remember-at-old-world-wisconsin/ The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/ The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks Old World Wisconsin: https://oldworldwisconsin.wisconsinhistory.org/. Follow on social @wisconsinhistoricalsociety

On this week’s episode of The RV Atlas Podcast, we review Jellystone Park Cranberry Acres in Carver, Massachusetts—a campground that impressed us even after two out of our three vacation […] The post Jellystone Park Cranberry Acres: A Family-Friendly Camping Resort Near Cape Cod, Mass. appeared first on The RV Atlas.

This week on Mondays at The Overhead Wire, Tracy McMillan is back on the show to talk about a number of items including a piece on the role of the built environment in population decline, the kids of the Netherlands taking part in a four day national walking festival, the prevalence of growing vehicles in the United States and in Europe, and a signification pollution reduction in London on account of low emissions policies including vehicle limits.  News Item Links Built environment and population decline - Architect Magazine Dutch children's four day walkabout - The Guardian America's growing SUV size problem - NYT Europe's carspreading - The Guardian London's emissions reductions - The Guardian Links from Letters The Coal Town System - The American Experience Coal towns in Appalachia - Substack   +++ Many thanks to Bob Nanna for our intro/outro music. Get the show ad free on Patreon! Find out about our newsletter and archive on YouTube! Follow us on Bluesky, Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Flickr, Substack ... @theoverheadwire Follow us on Mastadon theoverheadwire@sfba.social Support the show on Patreon http://patreon.com/theoverheadwire Buy books on our Bookshop.org Affiliate site!  And get our Cars are Cholesterol shirt at Tee-Public! And everything else at http://theoverheadwire.com

The 5th annual Juneteenth Jubilee will be held in Festival Park on June 19th. Come out and celebrate with food, vendors, cultural activities and great entertainment.

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Family-friendly hotels are often misunderstood, with many properties claiming the label without truly designing for how families actually travel. In this episode, Travel Advisor Lee Friedman of Mango Tree Travel shares firsthand insight into what makes a hotel genuinely work for families. The conversation dives into real-world considerations like room configurations, kids club quality, dining flexibility, and how hotel design impacts both parents and children. It also explores the gap between hotel marketing and on-the-ground reality, and how Travel Advisors can better evaluate properties beyond surface-level claims. Throughout, clear patterns emerge around what thoughtful hospitality looks like for families versus what simply checks a box. Travel Advisors will walk away with a sharper lens for identifying, positioning, and confidently recommending family-friendly hotels.Explore more hotel comparison and destination deep-dive episodes on The Hivemind Podcast at ⁠https://www.thehive.travel/podcast

Are HR teams creating problems? After a company's CEO fired their entire HR, they all noticed an increase in peace and LESS problems without them. Well, we may need ours, considering Anna just barely passed her training modules recently.  Raven has a robot deliver his dinner recently, just rolled right up to him. Amazon drones, driverless Waymo's, robots are our future! Raven loves it.  Hooters is having a midlife crisis and rebranding. It's pushing to be more “Family-Friendly”. Some believe it may be too late for this to happen. Time will tell! Allan went on a date and ran into a small turn-off. At the end of the date, she didn't even bother to attempt to contribute pay. She proposed the date and the spot, and still expects him to take care of the bill. Is he a red flag or is she?  The American Music Awards took place last night and was full of reunions, rekindling, performances, and of course, awards. Why is it now impossible to find these shows with a million streaming services.  It's Happy Hour Happening's! Producer Sophia heads out every weekend to see what happened to the bar-goers during the week!  This time- Memorial Day Weekend version! Were you mad, sad, or glad this weekend? Anna, Raven, Producer Justin and Producer Sophia all explain why they were one of the three. Anna's gets aggressive, against her will! A woman was arrested for selling alcohol at her kids soccer game. Are you for or against drinking at your kids games? Anna and Raven hearing fire from both sides of the table.    Hazels 5-year-old daughter has been biting other kids at school. One even bled so bad she had to leave! She gets continuous phone calls from her teacher and principal. They recommend that she should be joining a “fighting and biting” program to put an end to the issue as soon as possible. Her husband, James, believes it is just a 5-year-old thing, and she will grow out of it. He says the program would make her look like a devil child with behavioral issues. Hazel is ready to sign her up today. What would you do? Bret has a chance to win $1,200! All he has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!   

Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Tuesday, May 26th, 2026. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Nostalgia Night at the AMA's 6:35 John Cornyn and Ken Paxton face of in Texas GOP primary 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Hooters going back to "Family Friendly values" 7:05 Steve with another A.I. Hit 7:20 Mark Garrison Reports: Breakthrough in 18-year cold case (Sun Drop plant murder) 7:35 Knicks punch ticket to NBA Finals | Hurricanes take 2-1 lead in ECF | Carolina Ascent playing for NWSL Championship 7:50 CBS radio files final broadcast 8:05 GMBTeam talks about what sets Wegman's apart 8:20 52nd AMA's honor Billy idol with Lifetime Achievement award 8:35 Dirty Restaurant Tuesday with Mark Garrison 8:50 Beth's accidental voice text to Bo | SPAM releases hot dogs! 9:05 In-Studio Guests: Jeff Atkinson and Katherine Murphy with the 24 Foundation (Dam to Dam Charity Event) 9:20 Jeff Atkinson and Katherine Murphy - Jeff shares the story of his battle with cancer 9:35 Jeff Atkinson and Katherine Murphy - Event details 9:50 Jeff Atkinson and Katherine Murphy - More event details See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More restaurants are rebranding themselves back to the 80s and 90s. Is being old cool again?

1. Prince William Teases Appearance at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Wedding (PEOPLE) (23:31) 2. Amanda Batula, West Wilson mark major relationship milestone as ‘Summer House' cast doubts ‘they're going to last' (Page Six) (30:03) 3. Handcuffed Britney Spears fails sobriety test in shocking DUI arrest video (Page Six) (37:31) 4. ‘The Odyssey' leading ladies go elemental for glam Elle magazine covers (Page Six) (46:54) 5. Hooters Is Rebranding as Family-Friendly as CEO Says 'We've Never Switched' from Being a 'Neighborhood Place' (PEOPLE) (50:36) - Queenie and Weenie of The Week (53:15) The Toast with Jackie (@JackieOshry) and Claudia Oshry (@girlwithnojob) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Toast Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Toast Merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Girl With No Job by Claudia Oshry ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Camper & The Counselor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lean In⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hooters says they are becoming a "family-friendly neighborhood place" and Dom is not happy about it. Chris says Penn State used to have a Hooters back in the day. What are the best family-friend chain restaurants?

Hour 2: Is Bubba Chandler pitching for his job tonight in Toronto? Matt Clement joins the show to talk about Chandler's Pittsburgh future and other Pirates stories. Hooters says they are becoming “family-friendly” and Dom is not happy about that. And could Sunday Night Football move to Amazon Prime?

In this episode, Hailey escapes to the Northwoods—a region where sparkling lakes, towering pines, and welcoming communities set the stage for countless kid-friendly experiences! If you're planning a weekend getaway or hoping to make this beautiful area your home, you'll find endless opportunities for family fun! And if you fall in love with the Northwoods lifestyle, RE/MAX Property Pros is ready to help you find the perfect home near all these community treasures. The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/ Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/family-fun-in-the-northwoods-activities-and-places-kids-will-love/ Elmer's Fun Park: https://elmersfunpark.com/; Kartway: https://rockingwstables-kartway.com/kartway/; Northwoods Zip Line Adventure Tours: https://www.facebook.com/NorthwoodsZipLine/; Bearskin State Trail: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/bearskin; Wildwood Outdoor Adventures: https://www.facebook.com/WildwoodOutdoorAdventureWOA/; Pirates Hideaway: https://www.eagleriverpirates.com/; Torpy Park & Beach: https://www.minocqua.org/listing/torpy-park-and-beach/3750/; Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari: https://wildwoodwildlifepark.com/; Eagle Falls Adventure Golf & Laser Tag: https://eaglefallsadventuregolf.com/; Northwoods Children's Museum: https://northwoodschildrensmuseum.com/; The Corner Store: http://www.thecornerstoresayner.com/; Scheer's Lumberjack Show: https://scheerslumberjackshow.com/;  The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/ The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks RE/MAX Property Pros: https://www.northwoodspropertypros.com/. Follow on social @northwoodspropertypros

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Are you dreaming of a family trip to Hawaii? In this episode, Alex and Jess are joined by Megan to share their experience planning a trip to Oahu, Hawaii, using points. From flights to accommodations, they break down how they made this dream vacation affordable and how you can do the same.       The Squad walks through the details of booking flights with points, including the benefits of using companion tickets for kids, and how they maximized their travel experience while keeping costs low. They also discuss their stay in Oahu, using suite upgrades and other points-based perks to enhance their family's adventure without breaking the bank.        You'll hear about their favorite family-friendly activities, from exploring stunning beaches to enjoying cultural experiences, and tips for navigating the island. Whether you're looking to experience the famous Waikiki Beach or the best local spots, this episode is packed with insights to help you plan your own family-friendly getaway to Oahu, all with the power of points.                 (Correction: We made a mistake when we mentioned that the Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club did not charge for the rollaway bed. They actually charge $20.94 per night for a rollaway bed.)       You can find links to resources mentioned in this episode plus the transcript here: pointstalksquad.com/179          If you're looking for even more Points Talk®, featuring the latest news in points, miles, and credit cards, behind-the-scenes insights, and a monthly Ask Us Anything episode—subscribe to Points Talk® Premium: https://pointstalk.supercast.com/       Ready to get started with NEARLY FREE travel? Click here for the exact offers we would sign up for this month: https://pointstalksquad.lpages.co/bestoffers/            Points Talk® is also on YouTube! You can watch this episode here: youtube.com/@pointstalksquad         Let us know what you want to hear on the podcast by sending us a DM on Instagram: instagram.com/pointstalksquad

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about family-friendly Colorado travel (that really caters to all ages), a major update related to a reclamation project, expanded preservation near Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, a Colorado whiskey that was just dubbed the 'best whiskey on the planet,' and more. Bonus: We discover the origin of Seth's favorite water bottle and venture into the topic of school lunches.

Welcome to episode 184! This is an incredibly fun, and more unusual episode on travelling with your family: how to make it budget friendly; why we think travel is important and prioritize it; ways to make it less stressful; and what we learned while travelling.  Travel has always been a priority for our family, which doesn't mean it has to be for your family but if you are interested in travelling as a family or wondering what is possible and how to make travel accessible this episode is for you!  This great conversation is made possible by the Peaceful Press! Our full length Peaceful Press Elementary Bundles  give your children the opportunity to learn practical skills, read beautiful literature, and engage in a living history and applicable science. If you're not loving your current homeschool, don't wait till next year to make a change. Switch now and enjoy every moment of learning with the Peaceful Press.  In this episode– Why we love travel and think its important Encountering God outside of your comfort zone and in the discomfort and unfamiliarity of travel. Creative ways to make travel child and budget friendly  The importance of travelling for moving you and your children out of your comfort zone and into your growth zone.  Sign up for Kindred Homes with Jennifer's link and, if your home is accepted, get 5 free nights.   Check out the Peaceful Press Amazon Storefront for all our favourite things and best recommendations. You can learn more about Jennifer here- Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Emelie here- Emelie's Instagram Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

In this Resilience Unravelled episode, Russell Thackeray interviews Australia-based Dr. Rosina McAlpine, a PhD educator and former academic, about supporting working parents and raising resilient children.MacAlpine describes her shift from business-school research to parenting after facing conflicting newborn advice, leading her to write Inspired Children and develop Win Win Parenting.She contrasts parenting styles—authoritarian, authoritative (best outcomes), laissez-faire, and neglectful—emphasising that authoritative parenting teaches values, empathy, and resilience. She outlines her practical “SEE” framework: Stop (self-regulate), Empathise (connect), Educate (teach life skills).The conversation links parenting and leadership, discusses workplace equity versus resentment, gender inequality and lack of support after parental leave, and Australia's new minimum age for social media to reduce harms like bullying, anxiety, and body-image issues. MacAlpine's website offers resources and programs for leaders to build family-friendly cultures.00:00 Welcome And Introductions00:49 Reina Mission And Background02:47 Doctorate And Pivot To Parenting03:12 Parenting Styles Explained07:41 Parents As Family Leaders08:58 Workplace Wellbeing Gaps11:22 No Parenting Training Problem14:23 See Method Stop Empathise Educate18:48 Workplace Parenting Boundaries22:06 Non Parents And Support Debate24:35 Work Stress Spillover25:21 Equity Not Parental Perks27:39 Fairness Conflicts and Rosters28:37 Practical Equity Tweaks30:22 Gender Equality Reality Check31:05 Motherhood Career Penalty35:23 Women Supporting Women36:50 Parenting Values and Competition39:31 Social Media Age Ban41:32 Building Resilience and Literacy44:02 Win Win Parenting Mission45:50 Closing Thanks and WrapYou can contact us at info@qedod.comResources can be found online or link to our website https://resilienceunravelled.com#resilience, #burnout, #intuition

Kelsey chats with Paige (@packwithpaige on Instagram) from Huntsville, AL about her February 2026 trip to New Orleans for Mardi Gras with her mom and two little ones, ages 4 and 2. She was pleasantly surprised to discover such a fun, family-friendly side of Mardi Gras.In this episode, Paige shares why these were some of the best parades she has ever been to, the super fun “catches” her kids loved like beads, stuffed animals, glow wands, toys, and more, plus the delicious food and kind locals that made the trip so memorable. This episode is available to watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kelseygravesIf you'd like to share about your trip on the podcast, email me at: kelsey@triptalespodcast.comBuy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/kelseygravesFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelsey_gravesFollow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mskelseygravesJoin us in the Trip Tales Podcast Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1323687329158879Mentioned in this episode:- @packwithpaige: https://www.instagram.com/packwithpaige/- Uptown New Orleans- Princess Tiana and The Princess and the Frog- PARADES: Krewe of Hermes (illuminated floats & amazing throws), Krewe of Iris (all female parade, girly), Krewe of Thoth (cartoon themed), Krewe of Endymion (exceptionally long scenic floats), Krewe of Okeanos (mid-sized family-friendly parade), Krewe of Mid City (daytime Mardi Gras parade featuring bright tinfoil-covered floats and children-focused themes), Krewe of Bacchus (nighttime parade with massive animated super floats)- La Boulangerie French Bakery (sandwiches and pastries)- Pita Paradise Mediterranean Grill- PotBelly Nola (Cajun)- Cafe du Monde- Haydel's Bakery (King Cakes)- Magazine Street- Bourbon Street- French Quarter- Mardi Gras World museum- Audubon Park (zoo and aquarium)- Tiana themed birthday party- Laurel, MS: Ben and Erin Napier from the HGTV shot Home Town, Laurel Mercantile Co., Scent Library

What if fueling your best health, hormones, physique, and fitness in perimenopause didn't have to be confusing, complicated, or suck? Answer: It doesn't have to!In this episode, Louise, one of the world's leading women's integrative health practitioners and exercise physiologists, and her client Jen talk about why dinner can feel like the breaking point for so many women, especially busy, active moms and runners trying to stay lean, energized, and healthy. They break down how simple, yet strategically balanced meals can support better hormones, stable happy blood sugar, eliminate cravings, improve sleep, and provide your best energy for training and daily life. Also, why and how they eat nachos nearly every single week!This conversation takes the pressure off perfection - yet still drives kickass results! Instead of pushing restriction, Louise and Jen focus on practical ways to build meals with enough protein, carbs, veggies, and healthy fats so eating well feels realistic for the whole family. They also share helpful ideas for sports nights, batch cooking, healthier swaps, and teaching kids that food is fuel - not be feared, but also not to be treated as an everyday buffet of sugar and less nourishing snacks. This episode is especially useful for women who feel like they do well all day, then lose control at night. The big takeaway is that dinner does not need to be complicated. With a little strategy, it can become one of the best tools for feeling better.RESOURCES + LINKSFind Louise's super simple Gluten Free Low Sugar Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe on the Breaking Through Wellness blog hereLearn & level up with my free nutrition guide & award-winning 1:1 Badass Breakthrough Academy to thrive through perimenopause with less stress: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.com/ Check out my FullScript here where you can see curated best supplement picks & save 20% off under “Catalog” → “Favorites”   A small portion of EACH sale goes back to support BTW.  Thank you!Take advantage of our podcast listener discount & save 20% off Kion's science-backed clean products, including our favorite omega supplement to pair with dinner, Kion Omega. Code "LOUISE" saves on all future orders: https://www.getkion.com/pages/maximizing Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(2:50) Part one and two meal strategy overview(4:42) Teaching kids balance instead of restriction(7:47) Why protein fats and carbs matter(10:20) Healthier nacho night and chip swaps(13:14) How to build a filling balanced dinner(15:18) Why potatoes and rice are not the enemy(17:19) Managing dinner on busy sports nights(18:12) Batch cooking and quick carb ideas(20:36) Using fruit as simple fuel(22:39) Keeping healthy dinners practical and realistic(24:15) Why taking care of yourself matters(26:49) How better dinners improve sleep and symptoms(29:28) OutroTune in weekly to "Maximizing Hormones, Physique, and Running Through Perimenopause" for our simple female-specific science-based revolution. Let's unlock our best with less stress!I'd love to connect!Email

Christina Hello, everyone, I'm Christina Darnell, the managing editor of MinistryWatch. Welcome to the MinistryWatch podcast.  In today's extra episode, I talk with Warren Smith about some news items that are slightly (even significantly) outside of our normal charity and philanthropy “beat.”  So, Warren, what's up first? Warren Military chaplains will no longer indicate their rank on their uniforms, according to a new order from Secretary of Defense Pete Hegspeth. People I've talked with tell me they generally think that's a good thing. Enlisted personnel might be intimidated to talk with chaplains about deeply personal issues if they know that chaplain is a senior officer. Progressive groups opposing the move include Americans United for Separation of Church and State and the Military Religious Freedom Foundation. Christina Up next, a new study by Pew found that nearly 98 percent of U.S. adults live within range of at least one religious radio station. Warren And that about 25 percent of all AM/FM stations are dedicated to religious programming.  The U.S. has about 4,000 religious stations and about half of American adults spend at least some time each week listening to religious audio content, including radio, podcasts, and streaming, and – this is one of the most interesting findings – about 39 percent of listeners are non-Christians. Christina I guess it's a good thing that non-Christians are listening to Christian programming. Warren It is good, but there is also another side to that coin. A lot of Christian radio stations have started programing for that non-Christian audience. You'll hear branding like “Safe for the Entire Family” rather than distinctly Christian branding and programming. Some people think this trend has watered down Christian radio. Christian writer David Murrow says “Safe for the Entire Family” has made Christian radio boring and risk-free. He advocates for edgier music on music stations, and more teaching and talk.  Christina While we're on the subject of media, a new movie out now is getting a lot of buzz from Christian commentators – and it's not a Christian movie. Warren I haven't seen the new Ryan Gosling movie Project Hail Mary, but people I respect are giving it great reviews.  Aaron Renn says, “In an era of male loneliness and confusing messages about manhood, Project Hail Mary models problem-solving, purpose, and fatherly strength without apology.” Brett McCracken, writing for The Gospel Coalition, says it offers the “good, clean fun moviegoers have missed.” McCracken concludes, “Project Hail Mary doesn't preach the gospel. But it makes virtue look good. It makes selflessness, sacrifice, and duty attractive. If the movie is a huge hit—and I expect it will be—perhaps Hollywood will take the hint. We're not in postmodernism anymore. Goodness, truth, and beauty are attributes we want in art again. Really, they're what we've always wanted.” Christina Is the movie a hit? Warren It is. The movie opened at number 1 in the U.S. and held that position through its second week. So far, worldwide box office is around $300 million. That's a huge hit by any reasonable standard. Christina Warren, you read an article this week that caught your attention. Warren I commend to you an article by my friends John Stonestreet and Tim Padgett of The Colson Center. I'll link to it in the show notes. They share the hard truth that neither political party has a right to the pro-life label these days. Of the Democrats they say, abortion is not merely a plank in the progressive party's platform. It is the chief commitment of the worldview that dominates America. It is, for many, a sacrament to recognize, enshrine, and honor autonomy. Abortion is not merely a legal right of a decadent society. It is a rite of worship, specifically a way to worship the idols of self, state, and sex.”  Christina But they don't let the Republicans off the hook, either.  Warren They write, “The GOP was once a prolife party, but now openly endorses chemical abortion and unregulated IVF, the two most common ways to kill preborn children in America.” They conclude, “There is no such thing as a Christian not called, to some degree, to oppose abortion and defend preborn lives. We need not attend every march or express every outrage. We must, however, protect every vulnerable life, support every vulnerable mother and father, and advance the Christian understanding of human dignity every chance we are given.” Christina Our final story today is about the ministry rating systems. An organization called Charity Watch wrote an article that found fault with Charity Navigator's rating system. Warren Charity Watch found fault with the 4-Star rating that Charity Navigator gave to OUR Rescue, formerly Operation Underground Railroad. I won't get into the weeds of their analysis here except to say that Charity Watch is right. OUR Rescue should not have a 4-Star rating.  Christina That's why MinistryWatch gives OUR Rescue a 1-Star rating, our lowest score for financial efficiency.  Warren That's right. I've written about the pros and cons of rating systems, and explained why – despite the cons – we think rating ministries is important. But how you do it matters. I'll have a link to an article explaining our rating system in today's show notes. Christina Any final notes before we go? Warren I have some travel coming up in the next couple of months, and I would love to see you. I will be in Los Angeles in April. I'll be speaking at the annual convention of the Evangelical Press Association in Nashville in June. I'll also be in Dallas and Knoxville in May. I will be speaking at Summit Ministries in Manitou Springs in June, so I'll be doing reader lunches in Denver and Colorado Springs during that trip. Let me know if you would like to join us. My email is wsmith@ministrywatch.com. Christina The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. I'm Christina Darnell, along with Warren Smith. You've been listening to the MinistryWatch podcast.  Until next time, may God bless you.

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I am so excited to launch our new Season.  I am happy to be back after taking time to mourn my father's passing.  This season brings us into a more advanced space of spiritual practice - exploring the realms of reality.The first month we will be talking about the physical realm, which we are all well accustomed to at this point.  There is much more to this plane than we are led to believe and I will be going into depth about what you can do to manifest your dreams and become an active co-creator of your reality.The second month, we will be frolicking among the fae.  The faery realm is an under utilized realm of beings of powerful magic that can shift between realities.  This month is discussing the laws of this realm, the beings that reside there and how you can harness the magic that is latent from the overlap of their realm over ours.The third month, we are expanding our consciousness to access the Akashic Realm, otherwise known as "The Field".  This realm is where universal consciousness resides and is the fabric of all known memory, experience and truth.  By month's end, you will know how to access the Akashic Records to support your own soul's journey and get more accurate information than ChatGPT.The fourth month, we will be exploring the Astral Realm.  This is the realm where dreams become reality but also where paranormal activity begins.  It is a place of displaced emotions, ghosts, entities and yes, even beings most refer to as demons.  We will tread cautiously, describing the spiritual laws that decide karmic consequences for misusing this realm, as well as how to safety access this realm for powerful healing.  Join the show and learn more about the unseen forces that engineer our reality.Send us Fan MailSupport the show✨ You're listening to Rainbows Rising — where awareness expands, truth is explored, and new levels of reality begin to unfold. This #1 ranked spiritual education podcast guides you through transformation, energetic mastery, and conscious evolution.This podcast exists to make transformation accessible — offering grounded teachings, energetic awareness, and real-world tools to help you navigate your path and expand your consciousness.If you feel called to go deeper, you're invited into the next layer of the work:

What happens when you try to turn a not-so-appropriate idea into something totally “clean”… using only pop song clues?

What happens when you try to turn a not-so-appropriate idea into something totally “clean”… using only pop song clues?

What happens when you try to turn a not-so-appropriate idea into something totally “clean”… using only pop song clues?

Spring is finally here, and with it comes the promise of warmer weather, longer days, and plenty of opportunities to get out and explore with your family. In this episode, Megan and Sarah share the spring activities and outings currently sitting at the top of their family bucket lists. From quick Kansas City outings to a fun road trip idea, they're talking through experiences they hope to check out this season- and inviting you to add them to your list, too! Whether you're looking for a day trip, a unique museum experience, a fun show for the kids, or a special spring event around the city, this episode is packed with ideas to help you make the most of the season. Here are some of the spots and events mentioned in today's episode: Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium (Springfield, MO) If you're looking for a memorable family road trip, Megan recommends heading down to Springfield to visit this incredible aquarium and wildlife museum connected to the flagship Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World. Consistently ranked among the best aquariums in the United States, this massive attraction takes visitors on a 1.5-mile journey through immersive exhibits featuring sharks, stingrays, freshwater fish, and wildlife habitats from around the world. Highlights include: A walk-through underwater tunnel Interactive touch pools where kids can touch stingrays Beautifully designed exhibits that make you feel like you're stepping into different ecosystems Admission:Adults: about $45.99Children (ages 4–11): about $25.99Children 3 and under: Free Most families spend 2–3 hours exploring the aquarium and wildlife galleries at a relaxed pace. Fantastic Caverns Another fun stop while visiting Springfield is this one-of-a-kind cave experience. It's America's only ride-through cave, where visitors board a Jeep-drawn tram and travel through the cavern while a guide shares the history of the cave and points out stunning rock formations created by an ancient underground river! The guided tour lasts about 55 minutes, and the cave stays a comfortable 60°F year-round, making it a great activity no matter the season. Admission:Adults: about $36Children (6–12): about $18Children 5 and under: Free with a paying adult Best of all, no walking or stairs are required, making it a great option for families with kids or grandparents. KingCade Located inside Oak Park Mall, KingCade is a casual, all-you-can-play arcade that mixes retro favorites with modern games. Instead of paying per game, guests pay a flat fee and can play unlimited games during their visit. Pricing:Ages 10+: $9.99Under 10: $4.99 It's a fun, easy outing if you're already at the mall or looking for a quick entertainment option on a rainy spring day. Theatre for Young America at Union Station Kansas City If your kids love live theater, this children's theater company produces engaging shows designed specifically for young audiences. This spring they're performing Diary of a Wimpy Kid from March 17 – April 18. Tickets:General Admission: $12Union Station Members: $10 Showtimes typically include weekday morning performances and Saturday afternoon shows. Titanic: An Immersive Voyage Now through April 19, families can experience the story of the Titanic like never before at Union Station. This immersive exhibition allows visitors to walk through recreated rooms from the ship, explore artifacts, and hear powerful stories from passengers who were aboard the ill-fated voyage of the RMS Titanic. It's a powerful and fascinating historical experience for older kids and adults alike. Planet Comicon Kansas City One of Kansas City's biggest fan conventions returns March 27–29 with celebrity guests, cosplay, comics, gaming, and more. Family perks include: Kids 7 and under free on Friday and Saturday Family Day on Sunday, when kids 12 and under are free If your kids love superheroes, comics, or pop culture, this event is a blast! Parade of Hearts Kickoff Kansas City's beloved public art experience returns this spring. The kickoff event celebrates the start of the 2026 Parade of Hearts, where beautifully designed heart sculptures are displayed across the metro to highlight local artists and support Kansas City nonprofits. The April 4 event includes: A first look at the new heart-inspired artworks Family friendly activities Community celebrations of Kansas City's vibrant arts scene Spring always feels like a fresh start, and there's no shortage of fun ways to explore Kansas City and beyond with your family. Whether you're planning a road trip, checking out a new exhibit, or just looking for something fun to do on a Saturday, we hope today's episode gives you a few new ideas to add to your list! Be sure to check out our 101 Things To Do list, as well! Connect with Megan and Sarah We would love to hear from you! Send us an e-mail or find us on Instagram or Facebook!        

Spring is finally here, and with it comes the promise of warmer weather, longer days, and plenty of opportunities to get out and explore with your family. In this episode, Megan and Sarah share the spring activities and outings currently sitting at the top of their family bucket lists. From quick Kansas City outings to a fun road trip idea, they're talking through experiences they hope to check out this season- and inviting you to add them to your list, too! Whether you're looking for a day trip, a unique museum experience, a fun show for the kids, or a special spring event around the city, this episode is packed with ideas to help you make the most of the season. Here are some of the spots and events mentioned in today's episode: Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium (Springfield, MO) If you're looking for a memorable family road trip, Megan recommends heading down to Springfield to visit this incredible aquarium and wildlife museum connected to the flagship Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World. Consistently ranked among the best aquariums in the United States, this massive attraction takes visitors on a 1.5-mile journey through immersive exhibits featuring sharks, stingrays, freshwater fish, and wildlife habitats from around the world. Highlights include: A walk-through underwater tunnel Interactive touch pools where kids can touch stingrays Beautifully designed exhibits that make you feel like you're stepping into different ecosystems Admission:Adults: about $45.99Children (ages 4–11): about $25.99Children 3 and under: Free Most families spend 2–3 hours exploring the aquarium and wildlife galleries at a relaxed pace. Fantastic Caverns Another fun stop while visiting Springfield is this one-of-a-kind cave experience. It's America's only ride-through cave, where visitors board a Jeep-drawn tram and travel through the cavern while a guide shares the history of the cave and points out stunning rock formations created by an ancient underground river! The guided tour lasts about 55 minutes, and the cave stays a comfortable 60°F year-round, making it a great activity no matter the season. Admission:Adults: about $36Children (6–12): about $18Children 5 and under: Free with a paying adult Best of all, no walking or stairs are required, making it a great option for families with kids or grandparents. KingCade Located inside Oak Park Mall, KingCade is a casual, all-you-can-play arcade that mixes retro favorites with modern games. Instead of paying per game, guests pay a flat fee and can play unlimited games during their visit. Pricing:Ages 10+: $9.99Under 10: $4.99 It's a fun, easy outing if you're already at the mall or looking for a quick entertainment option on a rainy spring day. Theatre for Young America at Union Station Kansas City If your kids love live theater, this children's theater company produces engaging shows designed specifically for young audiences. This spring they're performing Diary of a Wimpy Kid from March 17 – April 18. Tickets:General Admission: $12Union Station Members: $10 Showtimes typically include weekday morning performances and Saturday afternoon shows. Titanic: An Immersive Voyage Now through April 19, families can experience the story of the Titanic like never before at Union Station. This immersive exhibition allows visitors to walk through recreated rooms from the ship, explore artifacts, and hear powerful stories from passengers who were aboard the ill-fated voyage of the RMS Titanic. It's a powerful and fascinating historical experience for older kids and adults alike. Planet Comicon Kansas City One of Kansas City's biggest fan conventions returns March 27–29 with celebrity guests, cosplay, comics, gaming, and more. Family perks include: Kids 7 and under free on Friday and Saturday Family Day on Sunday, when kids 12 and under are free If your kids love superheroes, comics, or pop culture, this event is a blast! Parade of Hearts Kickoff Kansas City's beloved public art experience returns this spring. The kickoff event celebrates the start of the 2026 Parade of Hearts, where beautifully designed heart sculptures are displayed across the metro to highlight local artists and support Kansas City nonprofits. The April 4 event includes: A first look at the new heart-inspired artworks Family friendly activities Community celebrations of Kansas City's vibrant arts scene Spring always feels like a fresh start, and there's no shortage of fun ways to explore Kansas City and beyond with your family. Whether you're planning a road trip, checking out a new exhibit, or just looking for something fun to do on a Saturday, we hope today's episode gives you a few new ideas to add to your list! Be sure to check out our 101 Things To Do list, as well! Connect with Megan and Sarah We would love to hear from you! Send us an e-mail or find us on Instagram or Facebook! The post Family Friendly Picks for Kansas City This Spring | Kansas City MomCast Episode 97 appeared first on Kansas City Mom Collective.

Natalie Jean joins us as her and Jackie recount havin' to John Redcorn themselves to present their monster fuckin' at the FAMILY FRIENDLY convention they just got home from this past weekend, we got TWO Jackie's Snackies and one starts off the episode 'cause Jackie got Natalie coffee w/o creamer so she could try the new Paris Hilton sweet and SPICY creamer instead, plus Jackie retells her very awkward Dallas welcome! MJ listened to the "Call Her Daddy" podcast episode with SJM, and learned all about the "Era's of Sarah", PLUS SHE'S STEALIN' JACKIE'S LORE! Jackie forces Adam to give his take on "The Bride" before givin' her own, and then we got a LIST of famous actors who competed on reality shows waywaywaywaywaywaywaywaywaaaaay before they were FAMOUS! MJ is very good at segues as we move onto the BLINDZ, and finally we got a CORNY Jackie's Snackies @ 1:07:27.142 with an MJ's Minute Munchies that Jackie's already BEEN THERE, DONE THAT @ 1:15:05.159 until @ 1:20:04.257, plus even more on this week's Page 7! Want even more Page 7? Support us on Patreon! Patreon.com/Page7Podcast Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Page 7 ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we're recapping our BABYMOON in Miami… which did NOT go exactly as planned (read: food poisoning + a hospital visit) — but somehow we still had the best time!!

What if the most overlooked group in your workplace holds the key to retention, loyalty, and a truly people-first culture? Nikki is joined by Paul Sullivan, former New York Times columnist and founder of The Company of Dads. Paul shares the deeply personal story behind his mission to elevate and support "lead dads," the primary caregivers often overlooked in corporate benefit structures. From the eye-opening stats on caregiving to stories of companies getting it painfully wrong, Paul challenges leaders to rethink how they message and activate the benefits they already offer. This conversation is a wake-up call and a roadmap for anyone serious about creating workplaces that work for families. If your culture says "family first," does your messaging and manager training back it up?   Additional Resources: Connect with Paul on LinkedIn Learn more about The Company of Dads Watch Gut + Science (and more) on YouTube! Connect with Nikki on LinkedIn Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network   Nikki's Key Takeaways: Lead dads are often invisible but incredibly impactful. Messaging matters as much as your benefits package. Managers must walk the talk on flexibility. Small changes create big impacts for caregivers. Transparency attracts and retains the right people.  

The New Yorker described Savage as, "a marvellous storyteller, a quirky thinker, and an incorrigible free-associator. He sometimes sounds less like a political commentator than like the star of a riveting and unusually vivid one-man play." Listen to these beloved tales from the master storyteller on this extraordinary episode. He reminisces on his tough teachers, life for the working class in Queens, the tight-knit communities of yesteryear, and the human condition. First, listen about the no-nonsense Irish Geometry teacher who would be fired in today's woke schools; his father's friend who moved into middle class only to suffer a sad fate; Louie who taught him to straighten nails with his own hands; the tale of The Jar, and many more. He explores the unpredictable nature of life as the year draws to a close. Please share this remarkable episode with your friends and loved ones!