Podcasts about feast

Welcome to this week's episode of Fast. Feast. Repeat. Intermittent Fasting for Life, with Gin Stephens and Sheri Bullock.To make a submission for the podcast, go to fastfeastrepeat.com/submit.  We are a community-driven podcast, and we look forward to sharing your questions, success stories, non-scale victories, IF tweaks, motivational quotes (and more!) on each episode of the podcast. Resources used in today's episode:https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/dairy-health/chronic-inflammation-what-it-is-why-its-bad-and-how-you-can-reduce-it/ https://www.vailhealth.org/news/chronic-inflammation-what-it-is-why-its-harmful-and-how-to-reduce-it Join Gin in the new Fast Feast Repeat app for The Grown-Up Year: 52 Weeks to Listen, Play, and Nourish, as well as a growing collection of intermittent fasting resources. Go to app.fastfeastrepeat.com to join us or go to the App Store and download the Fast Feast Repeat app, available for both iPhone and Android.To get the books, go to https://www.ginstephens.com/get-the-books.html. The second edition of Delay, Don't Deny is now available in ebook, paperback, hardback, and audIo book.  This is the book that you'll want to start with or share with others, as it is a simple introduction to IF.  It's been updated to include the clean fast, a thorough description of ADF and all of your ADF options, and an all new success stories section.  When shopping, make sure to get the second edition, which has a 2024 publication date.  The audiobook for the second edition is also available now!Want to learn more about BiOptimizer's Magnesium Breakthrough? Visit www.bioptimizers.com/fastfeastrepeat and use code FFR15 to save 15% off any order. Go to fastfeastrepeat.com to see Gin's and Sheri's favorite things, and to shop with us.  Every purchase you make through links on our website help to support this podcast so we can keep bringing you episodes each week.  Are you ready to take your intermittent fasting lifestyle to the next level? There's nothing better than community to help with that.  In the Delay, Don't Deny community we all embrace the clean fast, and there's just the right support for you as you live your intermittent fasting lifestyle. Connect with both Gin and Sheri in the community, as well as thousands of other intermittent fasters who are there to support you along your journey.  If you're new to intermittent fasting or recommitting to the IF lifestyle, join the 28-Day FAST Start group.  After your fast start, join us for support in The 1st Year group.  Need tips for long term maintenance? We have a place for that!  There are many more useful spaces beyond these, and you can interact in as many as you like.Visit ginstephens.com/community to join us. An annual membership costs just over a dollar a week when you do the math.  If you aren't ready to fully commit for a year, join for a month and you can cancel at any time. If you know you'll want to stay forever, we also have a lifetime membership option available.  IF is free. You don't need to join our community to fast. But if you're looking for support from a community of like-minded IFers, we are here for you at  ginstephens.com/community.

Make sure nobody has tampered with your turkey… Support the podcast by joining the Shedunnit Book Club and get extra Shedunnit episodes every month plus access to the monthly reading discussions and community: shedunnitbookclub.com/join. Books mentioned in this episode:— The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding and a Selection of Entrées by Agatha Christie— Hercule Poirot's Christmas by Agatha Christie— "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle" by Arthur Conan Doyle, collected in The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes— "Stuffing" by Edgar Wallace, collected in Silent Nights— Murder After Christmas by Rupert Latimer— “The Santa Claus Club” by Julian Symons, collected in Crimson Snow— The Corpse in the Snowman by Nicholas Blake— "Cambric Tea" by Marjorie Bowen, collected in Silent Nights— An English Murder by Cyril Hare— Who Killed the Curate? by Joan Coggin— Crime at Christmas by C.H.B. Kitchin More Christmas and wintry Shedunnit episodes:— Let It Snow (Replay)— Father Christmas— The Murderless Christmas Mystery To be the first to know about future developments with the podcast, sign up for the newsletter at shedunnitshow.com/newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick fields heartfelt questions from listeners about Catholic teaching, from the fate of forgiven sins at the final judgment to the nuances of Mass intentions for the living. He shifts between clarifying the difference between perfect and imperfect contrition, unpacking scripture, and weaving in moments of humor and personal experience. Callers bring raw concerns and Patrick meets them with clear, practical wisdom, offering honest insight into the everyday reality of living out the Catholic faith. Mary Ann - Is it true that our sins will be brought up again in the general judgement? (00:31) Beth - Can Mass intentions be requested for the living? I want the Mass intention to be said for my parish priest. (05:02) Joseph (email) – Sitting at the end of the pew (09:51) Pete - How can a person be sorry if they stop drinking but are motivated by cirrhosis of the liver and not the fact that it is wrong? (12:57) Nicholas - About the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, some scripture readings say destined vs predestined. What does this mean? (22:25) Phil - I thought I was lying when I was saying the Act of Contrition. (33:33) Isaac - Can you explain how working for Catholic Answers was and what taking a step away from a comfortable career was like as a husband and father? (45:37)

The Feast of the Immaculate Conception 2025 - The Surrendered Heart by Fr. Josh Waltz

Holy Indignation, Hanukkah, and Cleansing the Temple of Your Heart | KIB 509 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing Description In this episode of the Kingdom Intelligence Briefing, Dr. Michael and Mary Lou Lake share a timely word about holy indignation, the Feast of Dedication (Hanukkah), and the urgent need to cleanse the temple of our hearts in these perilous last days. Mary Lou begins by sharing what she continues to see in prayer—a mushroom cloud and the possibility of suitcase nuclear devices slipped into America through open borders. Rather than yielding to fear, the Lakes call the remnant to focused intercession, asking God to expose and thwart every hidden plot and scheme of the enemy. From there, Mary Lou walks through the story of the Maccabees, their guerrilla warfare tactics, and their divinely inspired strategies that turned weakness into strength. The Lakes connect this to our own call to stand against Mystery Babylon, fight spiritual battles with God-given wisdom, and cleanse the temple of compromise in our lives. Dr. Lake then unpacks the biblical and prophetic meaning of Hanukkah, the desecration and rededication of the temple, and the way this foreshadows the abomination of desolation and the rise of the Antichrist. He also addresses biblical dietary laws, the temple of the Holy Spirit, and how Mystery Babylon uses "strange fire" and unclean practices to defile believers. The heart of this episode is a powerful teaching on holy indignation—what it is, what it is not, and how it differs from carnal anger and internet "bickering." Using examples like Moses, Phineas, Nehemiah, Jesus cleansing the Temple, Paul, David and Goliath, Elijah, and Samson, Dr. Lake shows how Spirit-led indignation is rooted in God's holiness, love, and covenant faithfulness—not personal ego or offense. Mary Lou then shares from her own journey of healing as a survivor of severe trauma and programming, encouraging those who feel too broken or disqualified that Jesus can cleanse, heal, and reclaim every part of the temple. She models how to stand in your God-given authority, reject what the enemy programmed, and insist that every part of your being belongs to Jesus alone. The episode closes with a call for the remnant to walk in the fear of the LORD, as described in Malachi 3:16–18, allowing God to write our conversations and responses in His book of remembrance and to mark us as His treasured possession in the days ahead. If you've been beat down by your past, wounded by what calls itself "the church," or confused by the anger and division you see online, this message will help you discern between fleshly outrage and true holy indignation that burns away apathy, compromise, and tolerance of sin.

Fr. Bryan Kassa - “Are you Resting in Mary” Feast of The Immaculate Conception 2025 by Chaldean Diocese

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Homily from the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This feast day of the Immaculate Conception is not just a privilege for Mary: it's a prophecy for us. The Feast of the Immaculate Conception reveals God's plan to conquer sin not just by repairing what is broken, but by preparing a path where grace triumphs first. This Advent we are invited to enter into the "Sacrament of the Present Moment", where God offers real, life-changing grace in each moment we choose to be present to Him. Mary's unique "yes" reminds us to stop waiting and to respond to God's already-given grace with a wholehearted and immediate "yes". Mass Readings from December 8, 2025: Genesis 3:9-15, 20 Psalm 98:1-4Ephesians 1:3-6, 11-12 Luke 1:26-38

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The Supreme Court has agreed to hear President Trump's challenge to birthright citizenship. Meanwhile, another MAHA win: RFK Jr.'s CDC votes to drop the Hepatitis B shot for newborns. And finally, President Trump marks the Feast of the Immaculate Conception with a striking presidential message honoring Mary's role in American history. All this and more on the LOOPcast!EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast  https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2  Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer Father,The image of the Virgin is found in your Church.Mary had a faith that your Spirit prepared and a love thatnever knew sin,for you kept her sinless from the first moment ofher conception.Trace in our actions the lines of her love,in our hearts her readiness of faith.Prepare once again a world for your Son who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

A short reflection from Msgr. John Esseff on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, exploring humanity's fall, God's eternal plan in Christ, and Mary's unique role in salvation history as we prepare our hearts during Advent. The post The Immaculate Conception – Building a Kingdom of Love with Msgr. John Esseff – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Father reminds us to pray for Miracles.

Send us a textA young Catholic nun prays 1,000 Hail Marys a day for nine straight days, preparing for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Then, during this Advent devotion, the Blessed Mother appears and speaks a message that transforms her soul. Today we explore this remarkable Marian encounter and the exact words Mary gave to her.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

When the Lord instituted the seven feasts in Leviticus 23, He gave Israel a prophetic calendar that not only marked their national life but laid out, in exact order, the future timeline of the First and Second Advents of Jesus Christ. The seventh of these feasts, the Feast of Tabernacles, stands out as the great concluding celebration—a picture of joy, harvest, and God dwelling among His people.“And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.” John 1:14 (KJB)On this episode of Rightly Dividing, because it is the seventh feast, it speaks of completion—and nothing is more complete than the finished work of Christ at His First Advent and the future restoration at His Second. To understand Tabernacles properly, we apply the Law of First Mention, which sets the foundation for how a subject develops throughout Scripture. The first time we encounter this feast is in Exodus 23:16, where it is called “the feast of ingathering, which is in the end of the year.” Immediately we see three themes: ingathering, ending, and completion. God is showing us that Tabernacles marks a final harvest and a time of rejoicing in His presence and provision. The first mention of the tabernacle itself also reinforces this. In Exodus 25:9, God commands Moses to build a sanctuary “that I may dwell among them.” This is the heartbeat of the Feast of Tabernacles—God dwelling with man. In the wilderness, God's presence was visible in cloud and fire above the Tabernacle; but this was not the final fulfillment. It was a picture, a shadow, a type pointing forward to something far greater.

If your soul has been living off spiritual junk food — approval cravings, doom-scrolling, porn, perfectionism, hustle culture, and "Christianity but without the cross"... This week's sermon is basically God shaking us by the shoulders and shouting: "Stop eating out of the trash — dinner is ready." Mic-drop lines: • "We are allergic to grace. We hate grace." • "The gospel is a party where you bring less than nothing and end up getting everything." • "Only Jesus says, 'It is finished. I did it for you.'" • "Some people imagine heaven is a 24/7 worship concert. I hope there's at least snacks." If you're hungry for something that actually satisfies — this is the feast of grace.

My highest weight was 233 lbs at 5'0”. That was in 2008. At that time, I went through with gastric bypass surgery. I had always been somewhat overweight, but through four pregnancies, I just kept gaining. I also dealt with postpartum depression and unresolved childhood trauma, which probably led to more overeating and a lack of motivation and energy. After the surgery, I lost weight quickly. I found myself in the 120-pound range. I was loving life. I soon began going out to bars and partying, leaving my husband and children behind. I eventually left my husband, split up our family, and continued down that very selfish path. I believe that I was self-medicating and replacing my food addiction with alcohol. I loved the attention I was getting from men. I somehow managed to raise my children for the next 17 years, but that road was really rough, especially for them. I ended up losing my career as a certified nursing assistant, dealt with legal ramifications after a couple of DWIs, and lost custody of two of my children for a time due to the drinking. I fought with my weight off and on during those years, never gaining all of it back, but certainly not taking care of myself consistently. I found myself in rehab and psychiatric hospitals as I tried to get the drinking under control.On May 12, 2025, I woke up. I have not looked back. I stopped drinking that day and have not touched it since. I am not sure to this day what finally shook me to my senses. It took a couple of weeks as I gently worked within myself to decide what was important to me and who I wanted to be. I knew that I wanted to live the most whole life possible and be the personmy children had been missing out on all of these years. I somehow came across the idea of intermittent fasting. I honestly can't remember where. I started listening to Gin Stephens' podcasts, then read her book ‘Fast, Feast, Repeat, and on June 13, I began Alternate Day Fasting. I fast for 36 hours and then eat primarily whole foods during a 12-hour window. I am very forgiving of myself and allow exceptions. I have taken a vacation, gone camping, and celebrated essential events with food, but as soon as the trip or event is over, I jump right back into my schedule. If I want a treat,I plan to have it during my 12-hourwindow. I also feel that a clean fast is crucial. I stick with water - adding sea salt to some every morning, black coffee, plain green or black tea, or plain seltzer water. Unfortunately, my job does require that I taste-test cream cheese some days, but I do what I have to do and then jump right back into my schedule. ADF has changed my life. I don't think I would have continued my sobriety had I not started intermittent fasting. It gives me a sense of control over my day. I have added pilates and yoga daily, and I'm trying to get in 10,000 steps. I have been able to stop taking all of my depression, anxiety and psychosis medications. Turns out when you aren't drinking, and you take care of your body, your mind is much healthier!(This isn't to say that everyone who follows intermittent fasting will be able to step away from the help that behavioural health medications provide - it just turns out that my issues were alcohol related and resolved after stopping drinking and through therapy.) When I began my journey toward a healthier me, I weighed 172 pounds. I have since lost 47 pounds as of October 26 and have reached mygoal weight of 125 pounds. I do have a new goal of 110pounds, but am completely fine with where I'm at. My mantra is ‘I'm Never Going Back'!Show Links Come and Join Our Patreon Community At the Link Belowwww.patreon.com/thefastinghighway 'Come for a month, check it out, and get all the content.To Book a Zoom Call With Graeme One-on-One, Go Here www.thefastinghighway,com To Read My Book The Fasting Highway Amazon or all good book sellers.To Listen to My Audio Book Apple Books or many Audio Book Platforms Free on Joining The Patreon Community

This message is shared with permission from Dustin Smith and Hope UC Nashville church in TN.  "In today's message, we confront the distractions that keep us from God's invitation and uncover the profound beauty of His calling in our lives. Join us as we learn how to align our hearts and priorities with the kingdom work unfolding around us."Major Takeaways:God's invitation is urgent, requiring us to overcome life's distractions and self-centered pursuits to fully embrace His presence.Prioritizing divine callings over personal ambitions helps align our lives with God's greater purpose.Embracing community shifts focus from individual excuses to a unified journey, allowing us to participate in God's work together.Connect with their ministry go to www.hopeucnashville.com Join us for service live every Sunday at 10am at 5600 Route 34 | Oswego, IL 60543. You can expect passionate worship and a deep love for God's Word. Connect with us at our website www.revivechurch.life

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Experience the power of Jesus' teachings and miracles at a Pharisaic feast, where divine compassion confronts legalistic traditions.In this episode, we explore the tension between Jesus and the Pharisees during a feast, where Jesus challenges their understanding of the Sabbath and performs a miraculous healing. Witness the unfolding drama as Jesus' acts of compassion and justice clash with the rigid legalism of the religious leaders.Today's Bible verse is Micah 6:8, from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friends of the Rosary,Today, December 6, we celebrate the memorial of St. Nicholas of Myra (d. 346), a 4th-century bishop and one of the most popular saints in the Western world, honored as the patron saint of children.Born in Lycia in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey), he practiced remarkable spiritual and corporal works of mercy and worked tirelessly to defend the faith.His legends of generosity made him into today's Santa Claus, a white-bearded gentleman who captivates children with promises of gifts on Christmas Eve.During the persecutions of Diocletian, he was imprisoned for preaching Christianity, but was released during the reign of Emperor Constantine.His relics are still preserved in the church of San Nicola in Bari. There is an oily substance, known as Manna di S. Nicola, highly valued for its medicinal powers, that is said to flow.Veneration for Nicholas spread throughout Europe and Asia, and countless miracles were attributed to the saint's intercession.The story of Saint Nicholas reached America in a distorted form. The Dutch Protestants carried a version of the saint's life to New Amsterdam, portraying Nicholas as a Nordic or North Pole magician and wonder-worker who brings happiness to small children.Our present-day conception of Santa Claus has grown from this version.Catholics should think of Nicholas as a saint, a confessor of the faith and the bishop of Myra, not merely as a jolly man from the North Pole.Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• ⁠December 6, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

Tomorrow is the Feast of St. Nicholas, and Father Jonathan shares the real story behind this beloved saint and how families can meaningfully celebrate his feast day.   Many of us grew up with the joy of “St. Nick Night,” waking up on December 6th to small gifts or treats. But behind the tradition stands a remarkable man: St. Nicholas, a bishop from present-day Turkey who loved the Lord with boldness and charity.   He defended the truth at the Council of Nicaea (even famously punching a heretical bishop!), rescued impoverished young women by secretly providing dowries, and became a model of generosity that eventually inspired the gift-giving tradition we know today.   He is the patron saint of children, sailors, and those in need — and his feast day is a perfect opportunity for families to talk about:   • Saints who lived heroic virtue • Bishops and priests who guard the faith • Fathers who protect and provide • The joy of giving secretly and generously   As you celebrate tonight and tomorrow, keep the spirit of St. Nicholas alive in your home and heart — not just in gifts, but in gratitude, courage, and love for the Lord.   St. Nicholas, pray for us!   #StNicholas #FeastDay #CatholicSaints #Advent #CatholicParenting #PeaceOnEarth

Bob Colling Jr. & Dallas Gridley continue their journey with the hundred-and-eightieth episode of TNA iMPACT! from December 6, 2007 on Spike TV at the Impact Zone in Orlando, Florida. It's the first episode after Turning Point, and we have a huge 10-Man Tag Team Match in the main event as Booker T, Kaz, Eric Young, Kevin Nash & Samoa Joe team up to take on The Angle Alliance! Also, KO Champion Gail Kim is in action against ODB and Team 3D & Johnny Devine face off against the Motor City Machine Guns & Jay Lethal for possession of the X-Division Championship! Also, LAX vs. Rellik & Black Reign, Mike Tenay sits down with Father James Mitchell and the drama begins with the Feast or Fired briefcases! You won't want to miss us covering this show as we march to close out 2007! More TNA Cross The Line Podcast: tnacrosstheline.com Follow us on Twitter @CrossTheLineTNA Follow us on Facebook @TNACrossTheLinePod Follow us on Instagram @CrossTheLineTNA Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Shop at our Pro Wrestling Tees Store

Moses continues his instruction on the Feast of Tabernacles. We discuss how this might prophetically relate to the Last Days. We also catch a few last verses we missed on the law concerning Grain offerings. Num 29:23-38; Deut 16;13-15; Levit 23:37-44; Levit 1:1-17;6:8-13;Num 28:1-8;17:8-9 Levit 2:1-16; 6:14-23; Num 15:1-21. #everydaychristians

The Friday Football Feast begins with the boys talking about the Vikings struggles at home. Then former Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway joins the show.

For Hour 2 of the Friday Football Feast the boys are joined by Scott Fish to talk about his foundation Fantasy Cares. The Feast does there weekly IHoP and Viks Bits segments.

The Friday Football Feast begins with the boys talking about the Vikings struggles at home. Then former Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Hour 2 of the Friday Football Feast the boys are joined by Scott Fish to talk about his foundation Fantasy Cares. The Feast does there weekly IHoP and Viks Bits segments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mario Hernández | Recorded November 1, 2025

Mario Hernández | Recorded November 1, 2025

Hello to you listening in Den Hague, the Netherlands!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Who is Saint Nicholas? Little is known about the historical Saint Nicholas who was born during the third century in the village of Patara in Asia Minor on what is now the southern coast of Turkey.  The earliest accounts of his life were written centuries after his death. Click HERE to learn more. But it is believed the life and deeds of St. Nicholas gave rise to the Christmas character we know as Santa Claus.From a very early age I remember how my family celebrated December 6th as the Feast of Saint Nicholas; a reminder that Christmas is on its way and someone is watching us - from a distance - to be sure we stay on the nice side of naughty. On the night of December 5th each child put a pair of shoes outside their bedroom door. On the morning of the 6th there was a small gift in the shoes left by Saint Nicholas himself, reminding us to be of love a little more careful than anything else this season.Story Prompt: What one tradition or ritual do you continue at this time of year?  Who might it remind you of? What special meaning does it hold for you? Write that story and tell it out loud!You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. Be sure to stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, check out the Services, arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.  If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

We talk about holiday food triumphs and disasters plus lots of ideas for making terrific holiday dishes.

Send us a textFrom Forest to Feast: The Story of French ChâtaignesIn this deliciously autumnal episode of Fabulously Delicious, we dive deep into the world of châtaignes, France's beloved chestnuts. From their prickly forest shells to their fragrant, comforting presence in winter markets, châtaignes have long been a symbol of warmth, heritage, and rustic French cooking. But these humble nuts hold far more than nostalgia — they carry centuries of history, culture, and culinary transformation.We explore the fascinating botanical identity of the châtaigne, uncovering what makes it unique, how it differs from marrons, and why its reputation has evolved over time. You'll discover how chestnuts sustained entire regions, earned the nickname “the bread tree,” and became essential to rural life across the Cévennes, Ardèche, Limousin, and beyond. From ancient cultivation to nineteenth-century culinary refinement, the journey of the châtaigne is as rich as its flavour.Then, we turn our attention to the gastronomy of chestnuts. Whether roasted on street corners, puréed into velvety crème de marrons, transformed into the iconic Mont-Blanc dessert, or baked into festive dishes at Christmas, châtaignes play a starring role in French food culture. We'll explore regional specialties, traditional methods of preservation, and the craftsmanship that turns a simple nut into a seasonal delicacy.Finally, we travel across France to celebrate the festivals, terroirs, and AOP traditions that honour this treasured ingredient. From the chestnut groves of Ardèche to the proud heritage of the Marron de Lyon, to vibrant autumn gatherings in Collobrières and Redon, you'll get a taste of the communities that keep the chestnut spirit alive. Whether you're a longtime lover of chestnuts or discovering them for the first time, this episode is a feast of stories, culture, and flavour — straight from the forests of France to your plate.Support the showMy book Paris: A Fabulous Food Guide to the World's Most Delicious City is your ultimate companion. You'll find hand-picked recommendations for the best boulangeries, patisseries, wine bars, cafés, and restaurants that truly capture the flavor of Paris. You can order it online at andrewpriorfabulously.com For those who want to take things further, why not come cook with me here in Montmorillon, in the heart of France's Vienne region? Combine hands-on French cooking classes with exploring charming markets, tasting regional specialties, and soaking up the slow, beautiful pace of French countryside life. Find all the details at andrewpriorfabulously.com You can help keep the show thriving by becoming a monthly supporter. Your support helps me create more episodes celebrating French food, history & culture. Here's the listener support link. Every contribution makes a huge difference. Merci beaucoup! Newsletter Youtube Instagram Facebook Website

TGIF! Father Anthony with Tony, and Cristina gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish.  Father Anthony reminds us that today we start the Devotion to the Sacred Heart that will run for nine weeks. He discusses the need for this devotion in particular and the importance of praying not just for reparations for ourselves but for others as well.  Through their discussion Father also talks about the Children's Mass this morning where they celebrated the Feast of St. Nick which leads him to recall and shares fond memories/past stories of his interactions with the school children.  St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish

Mark Rennie (@markrennie, Eat Pray Dunk) joins the 'boys to talk Muppets, horror movies, and air frying before a review of The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen. Plus, another edition of Frank Check.Watch this episode at youtube.com/doughboysmediaGet ad-free episodes at patreon.com/doughboysGet Doughboys merch at kinshipgoods.com/doughboysAdvertise on Doughboys via Gumball.fmSources for this week's intro:https://www.britannica.com/biography/Roald-Dahlhttps://www.orlandosentinel.com/2016/08/19/not-willy-wonka-universal-hit-with-40m-chocolate-factory-lawsuit/https://www.courthousenews.com/ohio-man-says-universal-dealings-not-so-sweet/https://uofan.com/news/should-universal-be-concerned-about-the-toothsome-40-million-lawsuit/https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/inside-universal-studios-hollywoods-toothsome-195025652.htmlhttps://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/dining/toothsome-chocolate-emporium-and-savory-feast-kitchen/the-story-of-toothsome.htmlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Intermittent Fasting Stories, Gin talks to Christoph Bamberg, a health psychology researcher from Austria who studies intermittent fasting as well as emotional/stress eating.Are you ready to take your intermittent fasting lifestyle to the next level? There's nothing better than community to help with that. In the Delay, Don't Deny community we all embrace the clean fast, and there's just the right support for you as you live your intermittent fasting lifestyle. You can connect directly with Gin in the Ask Gin group, and she will answer all of your questions personally. If you're new to intermittent fasting or recommitting to the IF lifestyle, join the 28-Day FAST Start group. After your fast start, join us for support in The 1st Year group. Need tips for long term maintenance? We have a place for that! There are many more useful spaces beyond these, and you can interact in as many as you like. Visit ginstephens.com/community to join us. An annual membership costs just over a dollar a week when you do the math. If you aren't ready to fully commit for a year, join for a month and you can cancel at any time. If you know you'll want to stay forever, we also have a lifetime membership option available. IF is free. You don't need to join our community to fast. But if you're looking for support from a community of like-minded IFers, we are here for you at ginstephens.com/community. Christoph has been a consistent intermittent faster for several years, and he began for the health benefits. He discusses his personal journey with fasting, the psychological aspects of eating, and the importance of mindset and expectations in the fasting process. He also shares his research studies about intermittent fasting and his current research focuses. He highlights the differences in individual responses to fasting and the role of emotional and stress eating. The conversation also touches on the need for more research on the long-term effects of fasting and the importance of individualized approaches to dietary habits.Here are some of Christoph's popular science articles/ blogs on the topics covered:“Breakfast is the most important meal of the day…or is it?"https://www.in-mind.org/blog/post/breakfast-is-the-most-important-meal-of-the-dayor-is-itFrom Christoph: There I critically assess this claim and explain it from an intermittent fasting perspective.“Can expectations about being hungry affect your concentration?”https://www.in-mind.org/blog/post/can-expectations-about-being-hungry-affect-your-concentrationFrom Christoph: That article covers the study where we gave participants different messages about their hunger/satietyAnd here are the two published scientific articles on this:The randomized controlled trial following participants for 2 weeks:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/13591053251351204The study with the messages on hunger/satiety:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0195666324006275?via%3DihubGet Gin's books at: https://www.ginstephens.com/get-the-books.html. Good news! The second edition of Delay, Don't Deny is now available in ebook, paperback, hardback, and audiobook. This is the book that you'll want to start with or share with others, as it is a simple introduction to IF. It's been updated to include the clean fast, an easier to understand and more thorough description of ADF and all of your ADF options, and an all new success stories section. When shopping, make sure to get the second edition, which has a 2024 publication date. The audiobook for the second edition is available now! Join Gin's community! Go to: ginstephens.com/communityDo you enjoy Intermittent Fasting Stories? You'll probably also like Gin's other podcast with cohost Sheri Bullock: Fast. Feast. Repeat. Intermittent Fasting for Life. Find it wherever you listen to podcasts. Share your intermittent fasting stories with Gin: gin@intermittentfastingstories.comVisit Gin's website at: ginstephens.com Check out Gin's Favorite Things at http://www.ginstephens.com/gins-favorite-things.htmlSubscribe to Gin's YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_frGNiTEoJ88rZOwvuG2CASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talk about holiday food triumphs and disasters plus lots of ideas for making terrific holiday dishes.

Sun. November 23, 2025: Feast of Christ the King -Rev. Anthony Hoangphan, Parochial Vicar

College football playoff rankings released. Congressional win for Republicans last night in Tennessee. Trump accounts begin. War Secretary Pete Hegseth defends the September 2 second-strike decision. Democrats sound off on drug-boat attacks. President Trump shares his thoughts on Somalian immigrants. Minneapolis police vs. ICE? Is Zohran Mamdani the antichrist? Venezuela propaganda reached new level of absurdity. Rosie O'Donnell is bitter, and now her kid is too. Candace Owens about to reveal names around the murder of Charlie Kirk? Secretary of State Marco Rubio sounds off on the college football playoff. The many adventures of Franklin the Turtle. Liberal podcaster bashes billionaires. "Free Palestine" chant at Christmas gathering. Airbus wins a diversity award as its planes are struggling to stay in the air. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:49 BYU Coach Update 08:52 What are Trump Accounts? 11:23 Michael & Susan Dell Make an Announcement 13:43 Susan Dell on Trump Accounts 15:14 Ted Cruz on Trump Accounts 21:51 Pete Hegseth on the Venezuela Boat Strikes 25:08 Jack Reed Defends Narco-Terrorists 26:08 Lisa Murkowski on the Venezuela Boat Strikes 26:53 Adam Smith on the Venezuela Boat Strikes 33:59 Fat Five 42:38 Trump on Somalis in America 48:14 Veterans Speak Out against Afghanistan 54:30 Minneapolis Chief Speaks Out against ICE 57:18 Zohran Mamdani on Immigrant Raids in NYC 57:59 Zohran Mamdani on Starbucks 1:04:38 Elf on the Shelf 1:05:40 Venezuelan Governor Boasts about his "Feast" 1:08:40 Rosie O'Donnell's Daughter Blames Trump for Moving to Ireland?! 1:12:15 Candace Owens Speaks Out against TPUSA 1:14:40 Trump Compliments Boom Mic Guy 1:15:35 Marco Rubio Jokes about Football 1:16:54 Don't Mess with Franklin 1:22:24 Jeffy Needs the Christmas Spirit 1:24:14 Jennifer Welch Hates Billionaires 1:27:09 Talking about Elon/Tesla 1:30:33 Christmas Tree Lighting in Portland, Oregon 1:33:39 War against the Federal Government? 1:33:58 Jacqui Chan Accepts Award? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this week's episode of Fast. Feast. Repeat. Intermittent Fasting for Life, with Gin Stephens and Sheri Bullock.To make a submission for the podcast, go to fastfeastrepeat.com/submit.  We are a community-driven podcast, and we look forward to sharing your questions, success stories, non-scale victories, IF tweaks, motivational quotes (and more!) on each episode of the podcast. Resources used in today's episode: https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/telogen-effluvium-a-to-z For more information regarding one-on-one IF support, email sheri@fastfeastrepeat.com https://www.fastfeastrepeat.com/sheri.html  https://crunchi.com/?als=SheriBullock Gin has a new YouTube Channel!  Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_frGNiTEoJ88rZOwvuG2CA and subscribe today so you never miss an intermittent fasting tip, a support session, or an interview with a past IF Stories guest or expert.Want to learn more about BiOptimizer's Magnesium Breakthrough? Visit www.bioptimizers.com/fastfeastrepeat and use code FFR15 to save 15% off any order. Go to fastfeastrepeat.com to see Gin's and Sheri's favorite things, and to shop with us.  Every purchase you make through links on our website help to support this podcast so we can keep bringing you episodes each week. Are you ready to take your intermittent fasting lifestyle to the next level? There's nothing better than community to help with that.  In the Delay, Don't Deny community we all embrace the clean fast, and there's just the right support for you as you live your intermittent fasting lifestyle. Connect with both Gin and Sheri in the community, as well as thousands of other intermittent fasters who are there to support you along your journey.  If you're new to intermittent fasting or recommitting to the IF lifestyle, join the 28-Day FAST Start group.  After your fast start, join us for support in The 1st Year group.  Need tips for long term maintenance? We have a place for that!  There are many more useful spaces beyond these, and you can interact in as many as you like.Visit ginstephens.com/community to join us. An annual membership costs just over a dollar a week when you do the math.  If you aren't ready to fully commit for a year, join for a month and you can cancel at any time. If you know you'll want to stay forever, we also have a lifetime membership option available.  IF is free. You don't need to join our community to fast. But if you're looking for support from a community of like-minded IFers, we are here for you at  ginstephens.com/community. 

The Basilica of St. Mary Institute for Faith and Culture Presents: Beauty and the Beast, an Exploration of the Power of Beauty, Part 3 With Fr. James Searby  In this third episode of Beauty and the Beast, Fr. James Searby takes us into the heart of why beauty matters so deeply, not only artistically, but spiritually and morally. This class looks at the collision between a culture shaped by modern narcissism and a Christian vision where beauty, truth, and goodness are real, objective, and radiant. Using the story of Beauty and the Beast as a lens, he explores how our hurried, self-referential age blinds us to beauty and slowly disconnects us from what makes us human. From the sacramental meaning of the body to the power of the Eucharist, from Freud's mirror to Milton's Satan, from Gaston's hollow charm to the Beast's slow awakening, this episode traces how distraction and self-creation deform the soul, and how beauty becomes the doorway back to reality. With help from Aquinas, Balthasar, Scruton, Simone Weil, John Paul II, and classic stories like The Sound of Music, Babette's Feast, and This Beautiful Fantastic, we learn how to train the eye, the heart, and the imagination to recognize real beauty again. This episode is both an unflinching diagnosis of our cultural moment and a hopeful call to rediscover the contemplative life that heals, restores, and opens us to God.

Hanukkah dates 2025: Begins sunset Sunday, December 14 Ends nightfall Monday, December 22 Does Hanukkah have significance to the church today? In this episode, Rabbi explains how Hanukkah, the Feast of Dedication, connects to us personally as we dedicate ourselves to the Father who chose us as His own.Does Hanukkah have significance to the church today? In this episode, Rabbi explains how Hanukkah, the Feast of Dedication, connects to us personally as we dedicate ourselves to the Father who chose us as His own. **** BECOME A MONTHLY PARTNER - https://djj.show/YTAPartner  **** DONATE - https://djj.show/YTADonate  **** TEACHING NOTES - https://djj.show/gwr 

Friends of the Rosary,Today, December 3, the Church celebrates the feast of St. Francis Xavier (1506-1552), one of the Church's most illustrious missionaries.Born in the castle of Xavier in Navarre, Spain, in 1525, he was from a noble Basque family. In 1534, he went to Paris, where he taught philosophy after obtaining his master's degree, met St. Ignatius of Loyola, and was enrolled as one of the first seven Jesuits.With Ignatius, he received Holy Orders in Venice in 1537. In 1540, he was sent to evangelize India. He labored in western India, the island of Ceylon, Malacca, the Molucca Islands, the island of Mindanao (Philippines), and Japan.This saint was proclaimed patron of foreign missions and of all missionary works by Pope St. Pius X on March 25, 1904.Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play

This week we're breaking down several recent developer quality of life improvements from the past couple of weeks whilst Roblox are on Thanksgiving break.We discuss updates including native Community Announcements replacing Guilded, Luau's New Type Solver exiting beta with improved type inference, and Extended Services expansion with DataStore notifications and the open-source Batch Processor. We also explore the new ReflectionService API for programmatic engine inspection, relaxed Verified Badge requirements for contributors, HttpService Observability dashboards, and Studio's flexible UI updates preparing for full release in January.Chapters:(00:00) Intro(01:07) Communities - Announcements(04:33) Luau - Type Solver Release(09:58) Extended Services - Data Stores Notifications(16:26) Roblox Trivia(19:55) Verified - Updated Requirements(25:03) Studio - ReflectionService API(28:20) Studio - UI Update(37:13) OutroSeason 3 Episode 10Sources:- Community announcements on Roblox— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/create-community-announcements-directly-on-roblox/4094836- Luau's new type solver (general release)— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/general-release-luau's-new-type-solver/4084991— https://x.com/sleitnick/status/1994682221098406279- Extended services update— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/extended-services-update/4070634— Datastore batch processor CLI: https://devforum.roblox.com/t/data-stores-batch-processor-is-now-open-source/4070597— Batch processor source code: https://github.com/Roblox/data-stores-batch-processor-cli— HTTPService observability: https://devforum.roblox.com/t/announcing-observability-dashboard-for-httpservice/4085515- Update on verified badge requirements— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/update-on-verified-badge-requirements-for-experiences/4070915— Verified Badge FAQ: https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/7997207259156-Verified-Badge-FAQ- ReflectionService API— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/introducing-reflectionservice-programmatic-access-to-engine-api-information/4078522- Studio UI update— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/an-update-on-the-new-flexible-studio-ui/4085392— Comments digest email: https://devforum.roblox.com/t/stay-in-the-loop-with-email-digests-for-studio-comments/4078422Hosts:- Adam (BanTech): https://lastlevel.co.uk/adam- Anthony (sublivion): https://www.roblox.com/users/44028290/profile----------------------------Watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts.Visit https://lastlevel.co.uk/podcast for more.Join the Discord: https://discord.lastlevel.co.ukBeyond The Blox is produced by Seb Jensen for Last Level Studios.

I need to tell you something you probably don't want to hear. You don't have a marketing problem. You have a leads problem. Let me prove it to you: You're generating less than 5 new leads per month Some months you get 10 leads, some months you get 1 That's a 1000% variance from your best month to your worst Meanwhile, my business generates 1,974 leads per month on average Our variance from lowest to highest month? Only 30% See the difference? When you only have 1-10 leads coming in, you're basically starving. You take whatever clients you can get. You can't be picky. You can't raise your rates. And you're one bad month away from panic mode. The answer? Uncomfortably simple: You need more at-bats. More opportunities. More people in your pipeline who could potentially become clients. And the best way to fix that? Paid ads. In this week's episode, you'll learn: The real root cause of feast or famine for 95% of freelancers (and how to fix it for good) What a niche photography studio doing $50M/year knows that you don't The exact number of ad variations you should be testing (hint: it's 100X more than you think) Most freelancers aren't “bad at sales” - they just don't have enough leads coming in to make their business model work. Let's fix that. For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/391

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Advent is a season that invites every man to return home to the Father. In this episode, John sits down with his friend Paul George—speaker, author, and founder of The Art of Living—to talk about Paul's new Advent devotional for men, Feast, and the parable at the heart of it: the Prodigal Son. John and Paul discuss why this story hits so deeply for men, how it mirrors our own patterns of pride, failure, repentance, and renewal, and why Scripture meets us differently every time we return to it. They walk through the themes of famine, forging, the Father's embrace, and the feast that follows, showing how God uses our brokenness as the very place where healing begins. Check out Paul's new devotional: https://missiosupply.co/products/feast-a-mens-book Find more of Paul's work here: https://www.paulgeorge.la/ Learn more about our pilgrimage: Walk in the Footsteps of Pope St. John Paul II with John

We pray you are filled with joy as we step into this month of celebrating Jesus - God born among us and changing our human story forever. We have so much to rejoice in and to give thanks for. The holiday season is often filled with gatherings, celebrations and yummy food, and we pray that in the midst of it all, you are able to enjoy the richness of life that we have in Christ! Psalm 23:5 (TPT) says, “You become my delicious feast.” David knew God deeply—he loved Him, followed Him, and trusted Him. He didn't just worship God from a distance; he experienced God through His daily provision. We want to be like David—learning to feast on who God is. Because when we do, God forms a joy in us that no circumstance can steal.“How priceless is your unfailing love, O God! People take refuge in the shadow of your wings. They feast on the abundance of your house; you give them drink from your river of delights. For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light.” —Psalm 36:7–9 NIVWhat better way to celebrate Jesus than to take time today to feast on who God is? His love is extravagant, His peace is abundant, and He is fully accessible to all who come to Him.Feasting starts with small choices:Pausing to thank HimOpening your BibleTurning your affection toward HimBreathing in His presenceTelling Him the Truth about your heartLetting Him meet you where you actually areFor more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week!