Podcasts about finding love

For years, I've been developing my animated sci-fi/fantasy feature film, The Arbiters. And for the first time, it feels like the dominoes might finally be lining up.In this episode, I share where the project stands today—from attaching talent and exploring music partnerships to preparing an animatic for the American Film Market (AFM). I break down the realities of indie filmmaking, the "chicken-and-egg" challenge of financing, and the strategies my team and I are using to move the project forward.I also discuss a major creative breakthrough we recently had while designing one of the film's most important realms, why researching mythology unlocked the solution, and how visual storytelling continues to shape the evolution of the movie.Whether you're a filmmaker, artist, entrepreneur, or anyone pursuing a long-term dream, this episode is about staying patient, adapting your strategy, and recognizing when years of effort may finally be starting to compound.

Whether you're a podcaster working with an editor, a musician collaborating with producers, or a filmmaker managing a team across multiple countries, one question inevitably comes up: What's the best way to share media?I provide the most popular solutions available today—from traditional cloud storage platforms like Google Drive and Dropbox to cloud-native virtual drive systems like LucidLink and Suite Studios that are changing the way creative teams collaborate.I discuss the strengths and limitations of each option, when it makes sense to use them, and how different creative professionals can choose the right workflow based on their needs, budget, and team size.Topics Include: Cloud-native virtual drives vs traditional cloud storage LucidLink, Suite Studios, EditShare, Hedge PostLab Drive, and BeBop Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive Managing large media files remotely Collaborating with editors, producers, and creative teams around the world Using Frame.io for feedback, approvals, and client reviews The workflow I personally use for my own projectsAs creative collaboration becomes increasingly global, understanding how to efficiently share, organize, and access media can save time, money, and countless headaches.What tools are you using to share media with your team? Let me know in the comments.

Finding Love Over Fifty –Based on his in-depth interviews with over 800 guests on GUY'S GUY RADIO, Robert shares what he's learned, what he knows, and what he does to live his best life. Today we're turning the microphone around and putting host Robert Manni in the guest chair for an honest, insightful, and entertaining conversation about dating and relationships for over-50 singles. Drawing on Robert's experiences, his novel The Guys' Guy's Guide to Love, and his many conversations with dating and relationship experts, we'll explore how mature singles can confidently navigate modern dating, online apps, first dates, intimacy, communication, and building meaningful relationships later in life.

Your brain is convinced it knows how your love story ends. It's gathered all the evidence from your past and decided: this is just how it is. But your brain is not a fortune teller. It's a safety mechanism. And it is working with about 1% of the data. In this episode of The Feminist Dating Show, Lily breaks down three reasons you might just be wrong that finding love is impossible — and why more is possible in your love life than you currently believe. Inside episode 274: Why your brain's "it's never going to happen" narrative is a biological feature, not a fact about your future The math on how many people you haven't met yet — and what that means for your love life How to use the relationships you already have as evidence that more is coming The two things that actually change your timeline: proximity to opportunity and courageous behavior in the face of it Lily's ACK process for rewiring your brain toward possibility when scarcity takes over   Work with Lily: Join my free live training, Attract the Right Partner, Zero Experience Needed: https://datebrazen.com/lets-go Get the book, Thank You, More Please: https://datebrazen.com/book Join the Main Character Dating waitlist: https://datebrazen.com/dating Download my free Essence-Based Preferences Creation Guide: https://datebrazen.com/workbook Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datebrazen/ Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@datebrazen Follow me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DateBrazen

In this heartfelt episode, Michelle welcomes longtime friend, mentor, and fellow widow Marlys Lawry Johnson. Before Michelle was widowed, Marlys walked alongside her, offering practical guidance, encouragement, and hope during one of the most difficult seasons of her life. Marlys shares her beautiful love story with her first husband, Gary, their journey through his ten-year battle with cancer, and how they chose to use their experience to help others facing serious illness. She also opens up about the challenges of widowhood, the importance of finding purpose after loss, and how writing became a powerful part of her healing journey. The conversation also explores dating and remarriage after loss. Marlys shares how she met her husband Dan, the fears she had about opening her heart again, and how God gently helped her move forward into a new chapter. Together, Michelle and Marlys discuss why healing, purpose, and joy must come before looking for someone else to fill the void, while also celebrating the beauty of love after loss. Whether you're newly widowed, wondering what comes next, or simply looking for hope, this episode offers encouragement that life can be meaningful, joyful, and full again—even after profound loss.Marlys' Website Marlys' Book and Grit and Grace WebsiteBook a free grief coaching consultation call with Michelle ⁠HERE⁠Join the Widow Goals Online Community and get Michelle's Widow Goals Course use code podcast for a free monthLearn More About Michelle's Widow Coaching Program HereClick Here to Register for the Widow Goals Fall RetreatClick HERE to learn about the Widow Goals Support Program Click HERE to order Michelle's book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick HERE to order the Widow Goals WorkbookClick HERE to order the Widow Goals Workbook Leader GuideClick HERE to apply to be a Widow Goals Group LeaderFollow Hayley's Parent Loss Goals Ministry Here on IG⁠⁠Here on FB⁠Click here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click HERE to review Widow Goals on AmazonBook Michelle as a speakerGo here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals Groups⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here to apply to be a guest on Widowed 2 Soon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Michelle on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/widowgoals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

People love to complain about the declining quality of movies, music, books, and art. But what if we're asking the wrong question?The inspiration for this episode came from a post on Threads by @Tanviberwah: “Everybody wants to talk about declining quality of books and music and movies and etc etc. Nobody wants to talk about the economic conditions of writers and editors and designers and musicians and etc etc impacting cultural innovation.”That idea immediately resonated with me. We often celebrate innovation after it happens, but rarely examine the conditions that make innovation possible in the first place. As economic pressures increase and more people find themselves working multiple jobs just to get by, what happens to creativity, experimentation, and the freedom to take risks?I explore the relationship between economic stability, creativity, innovation, and play. From Hollywood and publishing to technology and entrepreneurship, I argue that many of society's greatest breakthroughs happen when people have the time and space to think, explore, fail, and discover—not when they're simply trying to survive.Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, filmmaker, writer, or someone simply trying to do meaningful work, this episode examines what it really takes to create something new. Because innovation doesn't just require talent. It requires the conditions for creativity to thrive.

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Heartfelt Gifts: Finding Love's Perfect Touch in Budapest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-06-09-07-38-19-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Duna csendes, békés vize mellett, egy hangulatos budapesti kávézó teraszán üldögélt Gábor.En: Beside the quiet, peaceful waters of the Duna, Gábor was sitting on the terrace of a charming budapesti café.Hu: A faasztalok alatt csíkos napernyők öleltek körbe mindent, s a frissen főzött kávé és házi sütemények illata hívogató melegséget teremtett.En: Under the wooden tables, striped umbrellas embraced everything, and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and homemade cakes created an inviting warmth.Hu: Gábor nyugodtan kortyolgatta a kapucsínóját, miközben a fejében kavargó gondolatoktól kissé zaklatott volt.En: Gábor sipped his cappuccino calmly, though he was somewhat agitated by the thoughts swirling in his head.Hu: Eszter születésnapja közeledett, és Gábor szeretett volna valami igazán különlegeset ajándékozni neki.En: Eszter's birthday was approaching, and Gábor wanted to give her something truly special.Hu: Gábor sok mindent megfontolt.En: Gábor considered many things.Hu: Gondolt ékszerre, könyvre, de egyik sem tűnt igazán jónak.En: He thought about jewelry, a book, but none seemed quite right.Hu: Eszter kreatív lélek volt, aki szerette a művészetet és az érzelmes ajándékokat.En: Eszter was a creative soul who loved art and sentimental gifts.Hu: Gábor szeretett volna valamit adni, ami valóban tükrözné a kapcsolatukat és Eszter egyéni ízlését.En: Gábor wanted to give something that would truly reflect their relationship and Eszter's individual taste.Hu: Eltelt pár perc, mire Eszter megérkezett.En: A few minutes passed before Eszter arrived.Hu: Vidám mosollyal üdvözölte Gábort, és leült mellé.En: She greeted Gábor with a cheerful smile and sat down next to him.Hu: "Sétáljunk egyet a környéken, kicsit érdekelnek azok a kis üzletek" — javasolta Gábor.En: "Let's take a walk around the area; I'm a bit interested in those little shops" — suggested Gábor.Hu: Eszter lelkesen egyetértett.En: Eszter agreed enthusiastically.Hu: Elindultak a Duna mentén, ahol a nyári napfény melegen simogatta a bőrüket.En: They set off along the Duna, where the summer sunshine warmly caressed their skin.Hu: Ahogy egyik üzlettől a másikig jártak, Gábor igyekezett figyelemmel követni Eszter reakcióit.En: As they moved from one shop to another, Gábor tried to closely observe Eszter's reactions.Hu: Az egyik boltban Eszter megállt egy különleges grafika előtt.En: In one store, Eszter stopped in front of a special piece of artwork.Hu: "Ez a művész lenyűgöző" — mondta lelkesen.En: "This artist is amazing" — she said enthusiastically.Hu: Kiderült, hogy Eszter már régóta gyűjtögetett erre a nyomatra.En: It turned out that Eszter had been saving up for this print for a long time.Hu: Gábor ekkor rádöbbent, hogy megvan a tökéletes ajándék.En: At that moment, Gábor realized he had found the perfect gift.Hu: Mosolyogva nézett Eszterre, és már alig várta, hogy meglepje őt.En: Smiling, he looked at Eszter and could hardly wait to surprise her.Hu: Eszter semmit sem sejtett, amikor pár nappal később újra találkoztak ugyanitt a teraszon.En: Eszter suspected nothing when they met again on the terrace a few days later.Hu: A születésnapján, miközben a friss süteményeket és kávét élvezték, Gábor egy gondosan díszített csomagot nyújtott át neki.En: On her birthday, while enjoying fresh cakes and coffee, Gábor handed her a carefully decorated package.Hu: Eszter izgatottan bontotta ki, és szeme felcsillant, amikor meglátta a nyomatot.En: Eszter excitedly unwrapped it, her eyes lighting up when she saw the print.Hu: "Ez csodálatos!En: "This is wonderful!Hu: Hogy tudtad?En: How did you know?"Hu: " — kérdezte meghatottan.En: — she asked, touched.Hu: "Csak figyeltem" — mondta Gábor, miközben szívből jövő öröm töltötte el.En: "I just paid attention" — replied Gábor, filled with heartfelt joy.Hu: Eszter boldogsága újra és újra megmutatta neki: az őszinte figyelem és a szívből jött ajándék az, ami igazán erősíti a köteléküket.En: Eszter's happiness continually showed him: genuine attention and heartfelt gifts are what truly strengthen their bond.Hu: Aznap a Duna csendes hullámai alatt a kapcsolatuk is egy új szintre lépett, tele megértéssel és szeretettel.En: That day, under the quiet waves of the Duna, their relationship stepped onto a new level, full of understanding and love. Vocabulary Words:peaceful: békéscharming: hangulatosterrace: teraszstriped: csíkosumbrella: napernyőaroma: illatabrew: főzöttagitated: zaklatottswirling: kavargóapproaching: közeledettjewelry: ékszersoul: lélekreflect: tükröznégreeted: üdvözöltecheerful: vidámsuggested: javasoltaenthusiastically: lelkesenobserve: figyelemmelreactions: reakcióitstore: boltbanartwork: grafikaamazing: lenyűgözősaving: gyűjtögetettrealized: rádöbbentdecorated: díszítettpackage: csomagotunwrap: bontottatouched: meghatottanheartfelt: szívből jövőbond: köteléküket

Episode 625: A series left unfinished in the Bronx has the Pod asking even more questions about the 2026 Red Sox. Trade Rumor Season has officially arrived following the news that All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman is on the trade block. The Buy vs. Sell debate surrounding the trade deadline continues, along with discussion of the fallout from Brayan Bello's demotion to Triple-A. Steve answers for his weather-prediction debacle and shares stories from Yankee Stadium during Game 1 of the series. WC-40's performance with runners in scoring position continues to earn praise from everyone on the podcast, as does Chapman's gritty performance on one leg in New York. The conversation takes a turn during the Game 3 discussion, as concerns continue to grow over Marcelo Mayer's lack of power and Justin Slaten's recent blowups heading into trade deadline season. Tune in as the guys preview the upcoming series against the Tampa Bay Rays, and let's all find out whether the Tampa Bay weather will allow the local nine to get all three games played inside the new-and-improved Tropicana Field. 00:00:00 - It's Officially Trade Rumors SZN  00:07:11 - Finding Love in Worcester, Massachusetts   00:11:31 - Roman Anthony's Cast Keeps Growing  00:15:54 - Friendly's Nostalgia  00:21:58 - Red Sox-Yankees, no juice in 2026 00:25:18 - A Weather Weekend Debacle  00:37:49 - Game 1 vs Yankees  00:41:00 - Sonny Gray Recap  00:46:22 - Andruw Monasterio's Mega Bomb 00:48:57 - WC-40's Renaissance 01:01:06 - Keeping Track of The Ketchup   01:04:49 - Chapman vs Volpe  01:15:05 - Aroldis Chapman's Next Team?    01:26:19 - Stevie P in The Bronx + Tyler In The Bronx??? 01:41:27 - Game 3 vs Yankees   01:42:15 - Ranger Suarez Recap    01:46:25 - That 8th Inning… 01:48:59 - Sox Improving on ABS?   02:00:19 - Marcelo Mayer's Power Outage 02:07:11 - T's Technical Freakout  02:08:59 - Stop And Shop  02:17:34 -  Weather Lookahead  02:21:41 -  Predictions 02:26:10 - Final Thoughts SECTION 10 MERCH IS HERE: https://section10merch.com Trade $20 Get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/SECTION10  Get Blue Moon Non-Alcoholic Belgian White Belgian-Style Wheat Brew delivered by visiting http://get.bluemoonbeer.com/JARED for delivery options Find out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand. Visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code SECTION10 for $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping. Upgrade your wallet today! Get up to 40% off @ Ridge during their Father's Day Sale when you go to https://www.Ridge.com/SECTION10 #Ridgepod #Ad  New customers get 40% Off with code SECTION10 at GLD.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whenever I'm trying to clarify a vision, solve a problem, define a goal, or communicate an idea, I've found one tool more effective than almost anything else: writing.Whether it's journaling, outlining a project, defining creative direction, or giving instructions to a team, the simple act of putting thoughts into words forces clarity. It reveals gaps in your thinking, exposes assumptions, and helps transform vague ideas into actionable plans.I discuss why writing is such a powerful tool for leaders, creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone trying to communicate more effectively. I also explain why unclear communication often creates unnecessary confusion, how written instructions can improve collaboration, and why asking people to put their requests in writing can often lead to better outcomes.

A CREATIVE LIFE: THE JOURNEY OF PHIL SVITEK is a personal reflection on filmmaker, storyteller, and 360 Creative Coach Phil Svitek's two-decade journey through the world of storytelling. The film traces a path from Connecticut to Los Angeles, from student projects and indie filmmaking to podcasting, animation, coaching, and beyond.Blending archival footage, behind-the-scenes moments, interviews, and candid self-reflection, Phil revisits the people, experiences, successes, setbacks, and lessons that shaped both his creative career and personal growth. What emerges is not a chronology of accomplishments, but a meditation on perseverance, curiosity, and the evolving meaning of success.Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, filmmaker, or simply someone navigating your own path, 20 Years of Creativity offers an honest look at what it takes to keep creating, keep growing, and keep showing up. It's a reminder that a creative life isn't defined by a single achievement—it's built one story, one risk, and one lesson at a time.

Finding Love & Yourself in Your 50s with Marchetta Daniels Season 2, Episode 3 | That Part by 45 Lemons We asked the Black women in our lives a simple question: If you could talk about anything on a podcast, what would it be? Marchetta Daniels chose love, reinvention, and finding yourself after 50. What unfolds is a conversation about far more than romance. Verta, Naa, and Marchetta explore aging, identity, confidence, second chapters, and what happens when you stop living by timelines that were never really yours. Together, they unpack the stories society tells women, especially Black women, about desirability, visibility, and what is supposedly “too late.” They talk about self-trust, joy, purpose, softer love, and the freedom that can come with knowing yourself more deeply. Because after 50 is not simply about starting over. Sometimes it is about arriving. Arriving at clearer boundaries, fuller self-knowledge, and the reminder that becoming does not have an expiration date. Video Version: https://youtu.be/BPtyGnQPKKQ?si=KUaXOtzPOW8qjTOD   Learn more about Naa & Verta here: Email: thatpart@45Lemons.com  Website: www.45lemons.com/thatpart Instagram: @fortyfivelemons

We often celebrate resilience — the ability to endure hardship and survive difficult situations. But lately, I've been wondering if adaptability might actually be the more important skill. In a recent conversation with my therapist, Charles McCaughan (http://charlesmccaughan.com), we explored adaptability versus resilience and why I increasingly view adaptability as “better” because it's a proactive mindset.I discuss: The difference between resilience and adaptability Why resilience is often reactive How adaptability creates more freedom and flexibility The entertainment industry as a “shaking tree” Lessons from the LA fires and climate realities Why modern life increasingly requires adaptability Travel, culture, and expanding perspective Why flexibility may matter more than stability The importance of anticipating change rather than merely surviving itI also explore how this applies not just to creative careers like filmmaking, music, and storytelling, but to life itself — especially in an era of technological shifts, climate uncertainty, and rapidly changing industries.For me, adaptability isn't about fear. It's about openness. It's about creating a life flexible enough to evolve alongside the world. And perhaps most importantly: resilience helps you survive change while adaptability helps you grow through it.

Too often, we treat inconveniences like emergencies — and it creates unnecessary stress, anxiety, and emotional chaos in our daily lives.I explore the important distinction between true emergencies and everyday inconveniences, inspired by a recent reflection from author and poet Cleo Wade.I discuss: Why our minds default to worst-case thinking How modern work culture treats everything like a crisis The difference between urgency and actual emergencies Why reframing challenges helps create clarity Real examples of emergencies from my life and work on The Arbiters How this mindset shift has helped me approach stress differently Why perspective is one of the most valuable tools we haveThere's a huge difference between: “We have a presentation tomorrow” and “People are in danger.” One is stressful. One is an emergency. Learning to distinguish between the two can completely change how we respond to challenges, solve problems, and show up for ourselves and others.If you've been overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, or constantly feeling like everything is on fire, I hope this episode helps reframe things in a healthier and more grounded way.

In this episode of The Decoding Success Podcast, Matt sits down with Liv Schreiber for a refreshing conversation about modern dating, friendship, loneliness, connection, and what it really means to build a life that feels alive. In a world where we're more connected than ever digitally, many people feel more isolated than ever personally. Liv shares why dating apps, endless options, social media, and fear of rejection are quietly making it harder to build meaningful relationships—and what we can do about it. Together, Matt and Liv explore the surprising ways we sabotage connection, why showing up alone might be the best thing you can do for your social life, and how creating friendships often leads to the very relationships we're searching for. Liv also shares the powerful lessons she learned from her grandparents, the mindset that helped her meet her husband, why curiosity is more important than certainty, and how becoming comfortable with yourself changes every relationship in your life. Whether you're single, dating, married, building new friendships, or simply looking to feel more connected to yourself and the people around you, this conversation is filled with practical wisdom and reminders that life is meant to be enjoyed. In this episode, you'll learn: Why modern dating feels harder than ever How too many options can create decision paralysis The secret to making meaningful friendships as an adult Why showing up alone can change your life How to become more socially confident The importance of setting intentions before entering a room Why curiosity is more powerful than certainty The relationship between self-connection and healthy relationships How to navigate rejection without losing confidence The surprising mindset shift that helped Liv meet her husband Why loneliness is impacting both men and women How to create more fun, spontaneity, and aliveness in everyday life Connect with Liv: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livschreiber/ Camp Social: https://www.instagram.com/campsocial/ Hot & Single Matchmaking: https://www.instagram.com/hotandsingle/ Connect with Matt: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt_lebris/ Free Brand Strategy Call: https://freebrandcall.com/mattlebris/ Watch all episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MattLeBris

Dating after the loss of a spouse can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even impossible. How do you know when you're ready? What red flags should you watch for? And is it really possible to love someone new without taking away from the love you still have for your late spouse?In this episode of Widowed 2 Soon, Michelle sits down with internationally recognized matchmaker, dating coach, author, and star of Netflix's Jewish Matchmaking, Aleeza Ben Shalom. Together they discuss the unique challenges widows and widowers face when considering dating again and offer practical, encouraging advice for navigating this new chapter.Aliza shares why dating should move slower than most people think, how to recognize emotional readiness, and why rejection may actually be protection. She also explains how grief, faith, and new love can coexist—and why finding love again never means replacing the person you lost.Whether you're thinking about dating someday, actively dating now, or simply wondering if love is possible after loss, this conversation is filled with wisdom, hope, and practical guidance.In This Episode:• How to know if you're emotionally ready to date again• Why love expands rather than replaces previous love• The importance of taking relationships slowly• Red flags, deal breakers, and avoiding online dating scams• Creating a list of core values and non-negotiables• Why delayed physical intimacy can lead to better decisions• Building healthy boundaries while dating• The role of faith and grief in new relationships• How to handle rejection and disappointment• Meeting potential partners online and in your community• Why authenticity matters on social media and dating profiles• The importance of leaving room for God's planConnect with Aleeza:InstagramFacebookWebsiteGet Aliza'a Book Book a free grief coaching consultation call with Michelle ⁠HERE⁠Join the Widow Goals Online Community and get Michelle's Widow Goals Course use code podcast for a free monthLearn More About Michelle's Widow Coaching Program HereClick Here to Register for the Widow Goals Fall RetreatClick HERE to learn about the Widow Goals Support Program Click HERE to order Michelle's book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick HERE to order the Widow Goals WorkbookClick HERE to order the Widow Goals Workbook Leader GuideClick HERE to apply to be a Widow Goals Group LeaderFollow Hayley's Parent Loss Goals Ministry Here on IG⁠⁠Here on FB⁠Click here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click HERE to review Widow Goals on AmazonBook Michelle as a speakerGo here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals Groups⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here to apply to be a guest on Widowed 2 Soon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Michelle on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/widowgoals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠See my videos on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Sometimes, no matter how long you've worked with someone, you have to be willing to let a client go. I discuss the emotional, financial, and psychological realities of walking away from long-term creative relationships — especially when loyalty, familiarity, and stability are involved.I discuss: Why letting go of clients can feel so difficult The fear of losing steady income Loyalty and why it's often undervalued Recognizing when a relationship no longer fits Why some clients simply want a different direction The difference between systems-thinking and growth expectations How letting go can open the door to new opportunities Why announcing your availability matters The mindset freelancers and creatives need during transition periods Why perspective shifts can remove resentment from difficult decisionsThis episode is especially for freelancers, filmmakers, editors, podcasters, artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating uncertainty in their creative or professional life.For further information, read my Substack about this topic:https://open.substack.com/pub/philsvitek/p/when-its-time-to-let-go-of-a-client?r=2u3u2g&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

When Lexi Edmondson walked down to Bondi Beach to celebrate finishing her master's degree, she had no idea her life was about to change forever. What began as a summer evening by the water for hundreds of people became one of Australia's most devastating acts of violence - and Lexi ran towards it. In her most in-depth interview since the December attack, Lexi sits down with Luke Darcy to take us inside the night itself. She talks about the chaos, the moment her training kicked in, and about how the iconic Bondi community responded in the aftermath. Lexi shares the healing power of reconnecting with the people she helped, and the extraordinary gesture from Rabbi Levi Wolf and the Jewish community that brought everyone together. Armed with fresh surf lifesaving training and sheer instinct, Lexi and fellow volunteer Jimmy McIntosh became part of the community of first responders who helped treat and carry 60 people to safety that night. In the days that followed - amid the grief, the trauma processing, and the slow work of rebuilding - Lexi and Jimmy fell in love. In the six months since Lexi has been able to identify what a tragedy like the deadly Bondi attack can strip away - the corporate ambitions, the performative rituals of modern dating, the conditions we place on living fully. Lexi shares why she has walked away from a path she thought she wanted, returned to clinical practice to help people one-on-one, and said yes to a relationship that moved at the speed of life. Plus: the ChatGPT proposal fail, the ring they promised not to buy (and then bought!), and the moment Lexi's mum clocked Jimmy before Lexi even had a chance. Lexi speaks beautifully about the importance of community, finding courage, championing feminine leadership, and finding the light when everything feels so dark. Learn. Lead. Collaborate. Start your leadership journey today. Head here to find out more about our signature, cross industry collaboration program, Aleda Connect. Curated and facilitated by experts, running for 8 fortnightly sessions, Aleda Connect is the learning experience of a life-time. Empowering Leaders is proudly partnered with Victoria University. Find more information about studying at VU here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month in book club, Marisa Serafini (@serafinitv) and I dive into How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin, a bestselling mystery that blends small-town intrigue, family secrets, and a decades-spanning murder investigation.The story begins in 1965 when teenage Frances Adams receives a chilling prediction from a fortune teller: one day she will be murdered. Determined to uncover the truth, Frances spends her life investigating both her foretold death and the mysterious disappearance of her friend Emily Sparrow. Decades later, Frances is found murdered, and her great-niece Annie Adams inherits not only her estate but also the responsibility of solving the crime.As Annie follows a trail of journals, hidden clues, and long-buried secrets, she uncovers shocking revelations about her family, the town of Castle Knoll, and the complicated relationships that have shaped generations. What begins as a classic whodunit evolves into a story about obsession, envy, fate, identity, and the stories we tell ourselves about our lives.We discuss the novel's dual timelines, memorable cast of characters, red herrings, twists, and whether Frances' fate was truly written in the stars—or created by her own lifelong pursuit of the truth.We also share what we've been reading outside of book club lately.Upcoming Book Club Picks: Fight Club: A Novel - Chuck Palahniuk (June 2026) La Belle Sauvage (Book 1 of The Book of Dust) - Philip Pullman (July 2026) TBD (August 2026) Nervous Conditions - Tsitsi Dangarembga (September 2026) TBD (October 2026) Maus: A Survivor's Tale - Art Spiegelman (November 2026)

Sonja Lyubomirsky, happiness researcher and author of How to Feel Loved, joins Offline to explain the secret to living a contented life—and why the internet makes it so damn hard. If everyone we love and seek to impress is reachable at all times…why are Americans getting less happy, year after year? Sonja and Jon chat about how social media curation may be seeping offline, the ways our digital lives have affected our ability to form strong relationships, and whether AI could actually help bring under-socialized, under-romanced teens out of their shells.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast, episode title, and episode date.

In this episode, I'm joined by author Meghan Le Fay to talk about her debut, Wings of Life, first in the Dragonbound Chronicles. Wings of Life follows Serae as she's thrust into the land of her country's greatest enemy, Rihtlond. As the betrothed of the dane's son, Serae gathers intel on the Riht in hopes of securing a victory for her people. As she learns more about the people and dragons of the Riht, Serae's allegiances become strained. Can she sell out the family she's found for the family that refused to see the real her?Drawing inspiration from fairytales and written history, Le Fay weaves together Viking influences with the brilliance of elemental magic and dragons. Serae, the main character, may start out with little control over her own fate but her skills are tested over and over again, proving to herself and the enemies around her that she can hold her own. The cultural and political differences that Le Fay built into Inra, Serae's homeland, and the Riht help the main character grow in confidence, strength, and power, as the expectations set on her push her to new heights. Unlike Inra, where the right to lead is given through inheritance, the Riht tests their future leaders in ways that Serae was not prepared for. But with the weaponmaster, Wep, training her, Serae might stand a chance in the trials - assuming she doesn't fall in love with him first.Le Fay and I also spend time talking about her writing practice, as Wings of Life marks not only her debut, but her stepping into a career as a full time author. We discuss the influences on Serae's story, from second-born daughter to dragonbound, as well as those influences that helped shape Le Fay into the writer she is now.You can buy Wings of Life now: https://bookshop.org/a/54661/9781964264585You can learn more about Meghan Le Fay here:https://meghanlefay.com/IG: @meghanlefayIf you have an author, book, or topic you want to hear about on the podcast, then don't hesitate to slide into my DMs on Instagram or shoot me an email!Subscribe to my newsletter to keep up to date on the latest podcast happenings: https://in-bed-with-books.kit.com/76d11f1d51Where else to find me:IG: @inbedwithbookspodYT: https://www.youtube.com/@InBedWithBooksPodEM: inbedwithbookspodcast@gmail.com

Would you date an artificial intelligence companion? James Muldoon did. 

I reflect on several lessons that have been top of mind recently, including why it can be necessary to walk away from long-term clients, the difference between resilience and adaptability, and why so many things we call “emergencies” are really just inconveniences.I also share updates on The Arbiters, including the creative freedom we currently have during storyboarding and worldbuilding, the behind-the-scenes documentary I'm editing, and the joy of building a small collaborative creative team before larger production pressures arrive.Along the way, I discuss: Why loyalty is often undervalued How openness creates new opportunities Adaptability vs. resilience The importance of learning the craft deeply Mentorship and creative growth The Helsinki Bus Theory Why most “emergencies” aren't emergencies Creativity, innovation, and modern stress Thoughts on the 2026 World Cup Reflections on my upcoming 20-year high school reunion The creative process behind The ArbitersIf you're a freelancer, artist, filmmaker, entrepreneur, or simply someone navigating change, uncertainty, and growth, I hope this conversation gives you something meaningful to reflect on.

Hey, it's Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul, and it's Wow Wednesday. I always try to share awe-inspiring or surprising stories with you on Wednesdays, so I went back to one of our older books and found a couple that I really love from a fun read, Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Miracle of Love. These stories are about the miraculous ways that two different couples got together, much to their surprise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The “hard work” we fear is often far easier than we imagine once we actually begin. The real challenge isn't doing something difficult once — it's building the consistency to keep showing up over and over again.Whether it's filmmaking, fitness, writing, business, or any creative pursuit, long-term success comes from making one powerful decision: deciding who you are before the moment-to-moment excuses begin.I share: Why discipline matters more than motivation The mindset shift that eliminates thousands of decisions How consistency builds confidence Why professionals don't wait for inspiration The writing quote that completely changed how I view creativity Lessons I learned making Finding Love in Bogotá in Colombia How to push through the days when motivation disappearsIf you've been struggling to stay consistent, finish what you start, or build momentum toward your goals, this episode is for you.

In this episode, we dive headfirst into the absolute circus that is dating after 35. If you thought the game was hard in your 20s, wait until you're trying to vet potential partners who have chronic back pain, a mortgage, and a rigid bedtime. We're breaking down why the apps feel like a digital dumpster fire and why "settling" starts to sound like a solid life plan.Then, we pivot to a spicy take on charity: why handing a homeless person a lukewarm granola bar instead of a five-dollar bill is, quite frankly, a total jerk move. We're dissecting the "kindness" we force on people who just need cash, and why your leftover sandwich isn't the life-changing gift you think it is. It's a wild ride through the complexities of modern romance and the questionable ethics of our own "generosity." Buckle up—it gets awkward.

I share a powerful conversation with Charles McCaughan centered around the art of changing your mind — why it feels so difficult, why we cling to beliefs even when they hurt us, and how much of our identity is shaped by conditioning, fear, and unconscious programming.Charles explores how thoughts are often mistaken for facts, why society places such a high value on “being right,” and how personal inquiry can become a path toward healing, growth, and greater self-awareness rather than punishment. Together, we discuss insecurity, ego, consciousness, emotional conditioning, therapy, and the surprising freedom that can come from honestly questioning long-held assumptions.This conversation touches on psychology, healing, emotional growth, self-awareness, and what it truly means to look inward honestly.Charles McCaughan specializes in muscle testing (applied kinesiology) and subconscious healing techniques designed to help uncover emotional stressors, limiting beliefs, and energetic imbalances held within the body. Learn more about Charles here: http://charlesmccaughan.comFor an additional ~10 minutes from this conversation, along with bonus content and behind-the-scenes material, you can join my Patreon page at http://patreon.com/philsvitek

Sometimes the reason finding love feels impossible has very little to do with dating… and a whole lot to do with the story your brain has been practicing for years. Because once your brain starts collecting evidence that: “There are no good men.” “Nothing ever works out for me.” “I'm too old.” “Something is wrong with me.” …it gets very, very good at finding more proof. And eventually, what started as a thought begins feeling like a fact. In today's episode, we are talking about why your brain keeps building these piles of evidence, why discomfort is actually part of transformation, and how to stop filtering your life through hopelessness and start seeing possibility again. By the end of this episode, you're going to understand why you keep seeing proof that what you want won't work out… and how to start teaching your brain to look for different evidence. WHAT'S NEXT?

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Spring Awakening: Finding Love and Belonging on the Farm Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-05-24-07-38-19-it Story Transcript:It: Giulia si fermò al cancello della fattoria, respirando profondamente l'aria fresca della campagna.En: Giulia stopped at the gate of the farm, breathing deeply the fresh countryside air.It: La primavera aveva dipinto i campi di un verde brillante e i fiori selvatici punteggiavano il paesaggio.En: Spring had painted the fields a bright green and wildflowers dotted the landscape.It: Era arrivata lì per scappare dal rumore e dallo stress della città, in cerca di un'esperienza più autentica.En: She had come there to escape the noise and stress of the city, in search of a more authentic experience.It: Marco, un giovane che viveva poco distante, era già al lavoro.En: Marco, a young man who lived not far away, was already at work.It: Aveva lavorato alla fattoria sin da bambino, trovando conforto nella semplicità dei campi e nella serenità che il lavoro manuale offriva.En: He had worked on the farm since he was a child, finding comfort in the simplicity of the fields and the serenity that manual labor offered.It: Quando vide Giulia avvicinarsi, le sorrise e le fece un cenno di benvenuto.En: When he saw Giulia approaching, he smiled at her and gave her a welcoming nod.It: "Benvenuta nella nostra piccola oasi," disse Marco, con un sorriso sincero.En: "Welcome to our little oasis," said Marco, with a sincere smile.It: "Grazie," rispose Giulia, notando la gentilezza nei suoi occhi.En: "Thank you," replied Giulia, noticing the kindness in his eyes.It: "Sono qui per provare qualcosa di diverso."En: "I am here to try something different."It: Iniziò così un ritmo quotidiano di lavoro e scoperta.En: Thus began a daily rhythm of work and discovery.It: Giulia imparava a raccogliere verdure fresche e a nutrire gli animali.En: Giulia learned to pick fresh vegetables and feed the animals.It: Ogni giorno, condividendo pranzi semplici sotto un cielo limpido, lei e Marco conversavano.En: Every day, sharing simple lunches under a clear sky, she and Marco conversed.It: Giulia raccontava della vita in città, delle luci, dei suoni e della frenesia.En: Giulia spoke about life in the city, the lights, the sounds, and the hustle.It: Marco, curioso, ascoltava attentamente, immaginando un mondo che non conosceva.En: Marco, curious, listened attentively, imagining a world he didn't know.It: Ma Giulia aveva una preoccupazione.En: But Giulia had a concern.It: Forse non sarebbe mai appartenuta veramente a quel posto, temeva.En: Perhaps she would never truly belong to that place, she feared.It: Quel timore cresceva quanto più si avvicinava il giorno della sua partenza.En: That fear grew as her departure day approached.It: Dall'altra parte, Marco sentiva una crescente inquietudine: temeva che Giulia se ne sarebbe andata, lasciando un vuoto nella sua vita.En: On the other hand, Marco felt a growing unease: he feared that Giulia would leave, creating a void in his life.It: Un giorno, mentre lavoravano insieme nel campo, il cielo si oscurò improvvisamente e un temporale scoppiò all'improvviso.En: One day, while they were working together in the field, the sky suddenly darkened and a storm broke out unexpectedly.It: Corsero verso il fienile per ripararsi.En: They ran to the barn for shelter.It: Dentro, seduti tra i profumi del fieno, cominciarono a parlare sinceramente.En: Inside, sitting among the scents of hay, they began to speak sincerely.It: "Ho paura di non appartenere a questo mondo," confessò Giulia.En: "I'm afraid I don't belong in this world," confessed Giulia.It: "Ma qui mi sento viva."En: "But here I feel alive."It: "Anch'io ho paura," ammise Marco.En: "I'm scared too," admitted Marco.It: "Temo che tu te ne andrai e mi mancheranno le tue storie e il tuo sorriso."En: "I fear you will leave, and I will miss your stories and your smile."It: In quel momento, tra il rumore della pioggia sul tetto del fienile, scoprirono quanto le loro paure fossero simili.En: In that moment, amidst the sound of rain on the barn roof, they discovered how similar their fears were.It: Risero insieme, per un attimo dimenticando il temporale là fuori.En: They laughed together, for a moment forgetting the storm outside.It: Quando la pioggia cessò, uscirono dal fienile, mano nella mano, consapevoli di una nuova connessione formata durante quel momento di vulnerabilità condivisa.En: When the rain ceased, they left the barn, hand in hand, aware of a new connection formed during that moment of shared vulnerability.It: La mattina seguente, Giulia prese una decisione.En: The next morning, Giulia made a decision.It: Invece di tornare alla vita frenetica della città, decise di rimanere nella fattoria, almeno per un po'.En: Instead of returning to the frenetic life of the city, she decided to stay on the farm, at least for a while.It: Voleva esplorare quella vita semplice, imparare di più e costruire con Marco qualcosa di vero.En: She wanted to explore that simple life, learn more, and build something real with Marco.It: Marco, rinvigorito dalla decisione di Giulia, trovò la fiducia necessaria per aprirsi di più.En: Marco, invigorated by Giulia's decision, found the confidence needed to open up more.It: Con il tempo, cominciò a condividere la sua passione per la campagna con altri visitatori, rompendo il guscio dell'isolamento.En: Over time, he began to share his passion for the countryside with other visitors, breaking out of his shell of isolation.It: La stagione passò, portando con sé un nuovo inizio per entrambi.En: The season passed, bringing with it a new beginning for them both.It: Giulia trovò la pace interiore che aveva cercato, mentre Marco realizzò che la sua piccola oasi poteva essere il punto di incontro tra diverse realtà.En: Giulia found the inner peace she had been seeking, while Marco realized that his little oasis could be a meeting point between different realities.It: E così, in una primavera in cui i cuori si sono aperti come i fiori nei campi, nacque una nuova vita, una vita insieme.En: And so, in a spring where their hearts opened like the flowers in the fields, a new life was born, a life together. Vocabulary Words:gate: il cancellocountryside: la campagnafields: i campiwildflowers: i fiori selvaticilandscape: il paesaggioauthentic: autenticoyoung man: il giovanesimplicity: la semplicitàserenity: la serenitàmanual labor: il lavoro manualekindness: la gentilezzadaily rhythm: il ritmo quotidianoto pick: raccoglierefresh vegetables: le verdure frescheclear sky: il cielo limpidohustle: la frenesiaconcern: la preoccupazionedeparture: la partenzaunease: l'inquietudinevoid: il vuotostorm: il temporaleshelter: il riparohay: il fienoroof: il tettoshared vulnerability: la vulnerabilità condivisafrenetic life: la vita freneticato explore: esplorareconfidence: la fiduciaisolation: l'isolamentopeace: la pace

Too many people say they're “bad at hiring.” But more often than not, the real problem is that they're rushing the process, avoiding the work required to properly vet candidates, or failing to clearly define what they actually want in the first place.I discuss: Why vague expectations lead to bad hires The importance of interviews and trial projects How I find hidden creative talent around the world Why paying for test projects matters The real cost of employee turnover How taking more time upfront can save massive frustration laterWhether you're hiring editors, designers, filmmakers, freelancers, or creative collaborators, this episode explores practical ways to improve your hiring process and build stronger long-term working relationships.I also share some of the strategies I've personally used over the years to build a trusted network of collaborators across multiple creative industries.

Although the world seems full of war and conflict, love—of all kinds—is everywhere. This week, Ellen and Alona are joined by Sally Hayden, award-winning journalist and author of This is Also a Love Story: Searching for Good in a Divided World.As a reporter, Sally has witnessed first-hand the consequences of human brutality, as well as moments of hope. She shares stories from across the globe, from Ukraine to Japan to Syria.Having lived in Lebanon since 2024, she also discusses life under Israeli bombardment and the tragically mundane items she finds buried amongst the rubble.In the modern age, is empathy under attack? And why does her book include a bank robbery as an example of love? Listen to find out.To read Sally's Beirut diary, click here or head to prospectmagazine.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathon Aslay, one of America's leading mid life dating coaches, has evolved his work into something far deeper than dating advice. A conversation about self worth, healing, and what it truly means to love. After the devastating loss of his 19 year old son Connor in 2018, Jonathon was forced into a profound inner journey that reshaped both his life and his mission. Through grief, reflection, and personal transformation, he uncovered a painful truth at the center of modern relationships. Many people are searching for love while disconnected from themselves. That realization became the foundation of his work today. Through his book, What The Heck Is Self Love Anyway?, and his Mid Life Love Mastery mentorship program, Jonathon helps men and women rebuild self regard, self trust, and emotional wholeness from the inside out. Blending personal growth, spiritual insight, and practical guidance, he encourages people to stop chasing validation and start developing the kind of self love that changes every relationship they have, including the one with themselves. Today's guest: www.jonathonaslay.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you share large creative projects through Google Drive, here's a simple trick that can save a lot of frustration: ZIP your files before uploading them.I explain why uploading folders directly to Google Drive can create messy downloads, broken organization, and multiple ZIP files — especially for larger projects like films, audio sessions, or editing projects.By zipping your main folder first, you can: Preserve your folder structure Keep everything organized Make downloads easier for collaborators Avoid messy file management issuesThis is a simple but powerful workflow tip for filmmakers, editors, sound designers, podcasters, and creative teams working remotely.

What happens when a Hollywood matchmaker's own love story begins with her client? In this episode, host Dara Levan sits down with Jaydi Samuels Kuba, a matchmaker, dating coach, and author of Your Last First Date. Jaydi shares the surprising story of how she met her husband—after setting him up with other women—and why throwing away the superficial checklist was key to their success. She pulls back the curtain on the high-end matchmaking industry, revealing why expensive guarantees often come with hidden risks. Jaydi also opens up about her personal journey through IVF, the vital statistics that changed her course, and how that experience deepened her empathy as a coach. If you're tired of swiping and ready for a real connection, this conversation about wants versus needs is for you.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro1:09 - Meeting her husband (a former client)5:40 - Deal breakers vs. preferences9:10 - Starting the business & early days17:45 - Affordable matchmaking & industry ethics22:25 - Vetting clients & confidentiality25:44 - Men, women & superficial wants29:42 - Connecting matchmaking with infertility32:38 - The CDC data that changed her IVF journey38:32 - How IVF informed her matchmaking40:09 - Age ranges & diverse client demographics43:14 - The link between writing and matchmaking46:30 - Where to find Jaydi47:07 - OutroRESOURCES:Website: ljmatchmaking.comBook: Your Last First Date: Secrets from a Hollywood MatchmakerPodcast: Match Made in Hollywood (with her husband)Social Media: @MatchMadeInHollywoodFertility Resource: SART (Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology) – Website to check clinic success rates.Dara Levan / Every Soul Has a Story:•    https://www.instagram.com/dara.levan/•    Website: daralevan.com

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Spring Serenity: Finding Love and Strength in Hangzhou Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-05-18-22-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 茶园的春天清晨，阳光温柔地洒在杭州的茶树上。En: In the spring morning of the tea plantation, the gentle sunlight softly fell on the tea trees in Hangzhou.Zh: 轻风拂过，带来淡淡的茶香。En: A light breeze blew through, carrying with it a faint tea fragrance.Zh: 美玲漫步在绿油油的茶园中，心中有些沉重。En: Meiling strolled through the lush green tea plantation, feeling somewhat heavy-hearted.Zh: 她的新诊断像一片乌云，常常在心中挥之不去。En: Her new diagnosis felt like a dark cloud, often lingering in her mind.Zh: 但她希望这片美丽的茶园可以给她一些平静和力量。En: But she hoped this beautiful tea plantation could offer her some peace and strength.Zh: 一旁的凉亭里，健正在仔细地泡茶。En: In the nearby pavilion, Jian was carefully brewing tea.Zh: 他是这里的茶艺师，曾经是美玲大学时期最好的朋友。En: He was a tea master here, and had been Meiling's best friend during their university days.Zh: 看到美玲的身影，他的心微微一动。En: Seeing Meiling's figure, his heart stirred slightly.Zh: 他想要上前安慰她，却不知道如何开口。En: He wanted to go up and comfort her, but didn't know how to begin.Zh: "姐姐，你看！这里的茶叶好新鲜，"欢喊着跑向她，试图用欢快的语气缓解美玲的忧虑。En: "Sister, look! The tea leaves here are so fresh," Huan shouted, running towards her, attempting to ease Meiling's worries with a cheerful tone.Zh: 他还提到端午节快到了，他们可以一起准备龙船比赛，尝粽子。En: He also mentioned that the Duanwu Festival was coming up, and that they could prepare for the dragon boat race and taste zongzi together.Zh: 这让美玲微微一笑，暂时忘却了一些烦恼。En: This made Meiling smile slightly, momentarily forgetting some of her troubles.Zh: 在接下来的几天里，美玲决定活在当下。En: In the following days, Meiling decided to live in the moment.Zh: 她邀请健一起和欢参加品茶活动。En: She invited Jian to join her and Huan in attending a tea tasting event.Zh: 一边品着香茗，一边互相交流，让她逐渐感受到人与人之间爱的连结。En: As they sipped fragrant tea and conversed, she gradually began to feel the connection between people through love.Zh: 在这些闲暇时光中，美玲和健之间的距离慢慢拉近，但她始终没有对他提及自己的病情。En: During these leisurely times, the distance between Meiling and Jian slowly narrowed, but she never mentioned her illness to him.Zh: 终于，在一个温暖的春夜，茶树下花香四溢，美玲决定敞开心扉。En: Finally, on a warm spring night, with the floral fragrance spreading under the tea trees, Meiling decided to open her heart.Zh: 她告诉健自己的恐惧和希望，希望找到生活的新意义。En: She told Jian about her fears and hopes, wishing to find a new meaning in life.Zh: 健静静地听，然后温柔地握住她的手，坦承自己对她的感情。En: Jian listened quietly, then gently held her hand, confessing his feelings for her.Zh: 他的心意像一股暖流，流入美玲心中。En: His affection, like a warm current, flowed into Meiling's heart.Zh: 美玲感受到从未有过的轻松。En: Meiling felt an unprecedented lightness.Zh: 她不再觉得孤单，明白即使面临疾病，她还有深爱她的家人和朋友。En: She no longer felt alone, understanding that even in the face of illness, she had a family and friends who loved her deeply.Zh: 故事的最后，美玲坐在岸边，看着健和欢忙碌地准备龙船。En: In the story's ending, Meiling sat by the shore, watching Jian and Huan busily preparing the dragon boat.Zh: 她忽然明白，尽管生活有起伏，但在关爱与支持的包围中，她充满力量。En: She suddenly understood that although life has its ups and downs, surrounded by care and support, she was full of strength.Zh: 她微笑着，接受了这一切，心中无比平静。En: She smiled, accepting it all, feeling incredibly serene inside. Vocabulary Words:plantation: 茶园gentle: 温柔breeze: 轻风strolled: 漫步lush: 绿油油diagnosis: 诊断pavilion: 凉亭brewing: 泡comfort: 安慰cheerful: 欢快worries: 忧虑festival: 节dragon boat: 龙船zongzi: 粽子tasting: 品fragrant: 香conversed: 交流leisurely: 闲暇narrowed: 拉近floral: 花香confessing: 坦承affection: 感情unprecedented: 从未有过serene: 平静shore: 岸边support: 支持faint: 淡淡strength: 力量hesitant: 犹豫understanding: 明白

The way you write shapes how people perceive your competence, confidence, and clarity.And one of the biggest mistakes people make—especially on resumes, presentations, introductions, and professional communication—is relying on weak verbs.Words like “helped,” “assisted,” “supported,” or “worked on” often dilute your actual contributions and make you sound passive, uncertain, or unclear… even when you did meaningful work.I highlight why specificity matters and how stronger, clearer language helps people better understand your value, responsibilities, and capabilities.The goal isn't to sound impressive for the sake of it. It's to communicate clearly and accurately so people understand what you actually did and what you're capable of doing.

One of the biggest mistakes people make in creative collaboration is assuming their preferences are objective truths. They're not.I explain why subjective creative notes often create confusion, frustration, and inefficiency—especially when they're communicated as if there's only one “correct” way to do something.Whether it's filmmaking, animation, podcast editing, music, color grading, sound design, or any creative medium, most artistic decisions come down to preference, context, and intent. The problem isn't having a strong vision. The problem is failing to communicate that vision clearly.The more specific you are upfront, the smoother the collaboration becomes later.Because there are countless ways to execute creative work—and if people don't understand your taste, they can't properly deliver your vision.

Most people misunderstand networking. They think it's about working the room, collecting contacts, sending cold DMs, or trying to extract value from people as quickly as possible. But real networking isn't transactional—it's relational.I break down why the best form of networking is actually doing great work, being dependable, treating people well, and playing the long game. Over time, your reputation becomes your invisible resume.Because people remember: How you handled pressure Whether you communicated clearly If you solved problems or created them How you treated them when things got difficultThe truth is, lasting careers aren't built through shortcuts or surface-level tactics. They're built through trust, consistency, generosity, and genuine collaboration.If you want sustainable success, stop trying to network your way into opportunities and start becoming someone people genuinely want to work with again and again.

Jennifer Griffith is an author, speaker, and host of the About Your Mother podcast, where she explores the relationships and defining moments that shape our lives. Her debut memoir, Both Sides of Then: Finding Love After Abandonment, is a candid reflection on motherhood, resilience, and the complexity of family. Through her work, she invites others to embrace both the beauty and the mess of their stories and find connection in shared human experience.Tell Me What Happened features the music of Susan Salidor. More information about Susan Salidor can be found at her website Get Susan Salidor's One Little Act of Kindness Children's BookGet Susan Salidor's I've Got Peace in My Fingers Children's BookMore Information about our sponsor's 10 x 10 Blackhole Chess game can be found at www.blackholechess.com

Modern dating can feel exhausting, confusing, and more complicated than ever. Between dating apps, mixed signals, changing expectations, and the pressure to “find the one,” many people are left wondering why meaningful connection feels so difficult today. In this episode of Everything Is Personal, Len May sits down with April Davis, founder of LUMA Luxury Matchmaking, to talk about what is really happening in modern dating and how people can approach relationships with more clarity, confidence, and self-awareness. April shares insights from her work as a professional matchmaker, including why compatibility is about more than attraction, how communication shapes long-term success, and why shared values, emotional maturity, and personal growth matter so much in building lasting relationships. Len and April also explore the role of dating apps, relationship patterns, vulnerability, mindset, and what it takes to create deeper connection in a world that often feels transactional. Whether you are single, dating, healing from past relationships, or trying to better understand what makes love last, this conversation offers a grounded and honest look at dating today. They also discuss personal growth, emotional connection, relationship patterns, and why meaningful relationships often require openness, self-awareness, and shared values. EndoDNA: Where Genetic Science Meets Actionable Patient Care EndoDNA bridges the gap between complex genomics and patient wellness. Our patented DNA analysis platforms and AI technology provide genetic insights that support and enhance your clinical expertise. Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness   Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FB Connect with host, Len May, on IG     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Everyone wants the appearance of success… but fewer people want to endure the process required to actually become great.I unpack the growing obsession with vanity metrics, inflated bios, fake expertise, and “razzle dazzle” culture—especially in the age of AI. From bought followers to overhyped personal brands, we're living in a time where perception is often prioritized over real skill, craftsmanship, and experience.But fake success is fragile.True mastery takes time, repetition, humility, failure, and a willingness to keep building even when no one is watching. Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, filmmaker, musician, or creator of any kind, this episode is a reminder to focus on substance over spectacle.Stop chasing the appearance of achievement and instead start building actual ability.

Let's take a deep dive in this episode of Deep Diving into Dating and discuss the realities of dating in your third stage of life. Join Matchmaker Jennifer & special guest Dr. Gillian Royes in the newest podcast hosted by One on One Matchmaking & Eight at Eight Dinner Club.To learn more about Dr. Gillian Royes, visit Third Act Dating and check out her Amazon bestselling book, Third Act Dating: A Guide to Companioning & Companionship for Mature Singles.Our goal with Deep Diving into Dating is to share snackable stories about dating and tips on how to be a better dater!Xoxo, your matchmakers!Instagram: @atlantamatchmakerssinglesLinkTree: linktr.ee/1on1matchmakingGive us 5 stars on the Apple Podcast app - because we are amazing and you love us! We know you do! 

After decades of therapy, retreats, and every healing modality available, Geneen Roth discovered that her fraught relationship with her 97-year-old mother wasn't actually about her mother. Tami Simon speaks with the bestselling author of Women, Food, and God about her new book Love Finally—and the six-step process that transformed her most painful wound into her most unexpected liberation.This conversation offers genuine transmission—not just concepts about awakening, but the palpable presence of realized teachers exploring the growing edge of spiritual understanding together. Originally aired on Sounds True One.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey, it's Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul, and it's Wow Wednesday. I always try to share awe-inspiring or surprising stories with you on Wednesdays, so I went back to one of our older books and found a couple that I really love from a fun read, Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Miracle of Love. These stories are about the miraculous ways that two different couples got together, much to their surprise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the thing you thought would prove you were enough still left you searching for more? That's where this conversation starts. Dr. Felecia Froe sits down with Jenna René Soto, veteran, real estate investor, speaker, professional barrel racer, pilot, chef, and author of The Enough Evolution series. Jenna shares how growing up on a ranch shaped her relationship with work, resilience, money, and the willingness to pivot when life no longer goes as planned. They talk about leaving the military to pursue professional rodeo, building a business without fully understanding the financial side, and the moment Jenna realized her dream was costing more than it was giving back. This conversation is about rebuilding after expensive lessons, finding clarity when you finally look at the numbers, and learning that enough is not found in approval, titles, trophies, or outside recognition. It is found in progress, purpose, and becoming the person you were meant to be.   00:00 - Jenna's Money Story 09:30 - Growing Up on a Ranch 12:35 - Excellence, Focus, and Learning to Pivot 15:17 - Why Jenna Joined the Military 20:33 - Leaving the Military for Rodeo 24:11 - When the Dream Became Financially Unsustainable 31:10 - Seeing Your Numbers Clearly 33:59 - Working Four Jobs to Rebuild 37:26 - The Connection That Changed Everything 41:57 - Finding Love in Afghanistan 48:46 - The Enough Evolution Series Ready to take the next step?   Connect with us today: Website: moneywithmission.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moneywithmission/   The Enough Evolution series is coming soon in July!   Key Quotes: "Just because you're wearing yourself thin doesn't mean you're moving in the right direction." - Jenna René Soto   "You cannot control something that you don't have visibility on, and you definitely can't improve it if you don't even know where you're starting." - Jenna René Soto

What does it actually take to finance an indie animated feature?I break down where The Arbiters currently stands—over a third of the way storyboarded—and the real strategies we're using to push it forward. From grants and early-stage investors to the “chicken or egg” problem of attaching talent, this is an honest look at the process most people don't see.I also dive into unconventional approaches like brand alignment—not product placement—and why I'm choosing to focus resources on the film itself instead of chasing content for the sake of visibility.This is about momentum, resource allocation, and doing whatever it takes to keep the project moving.If you're a filmmaker or creator trying to fund something ambitious, this one's for you.

Silke Schwarzkopf is the creator and host of 2nd Act TV, a YouTube channel focused on recreating and living your life to the fullest after 50! A seasoned producer, Silke owned and operated an award-winning production company for nearly 20 years. Shortly after her 50th birthday, she took a huge leap of faith, left an unfulfilled 25-year marriage, and returned to her hometown in SoCal to pursue the development of original programming most pertinent to her evolving reality – starting over after 50 – and 2nd Act TV was born! As Executive Producer and Host, Silke is living her motto: "It's never too late to be the person you always wanted to be."

Podcasting has never been easier to start—and never harder to do well.I break down what's actually broken in modern podcasting: the obsession with starting a show without a strategy, bloated episodes with no clear value, and the rise of what I call “slopcasting”—content that exists just to exist.Too many creators are trying to copy shows like The Joe Rogan Experience and Call Her Daddy without understanding the infrastructure, teams, and years of iteration behind them. The result? A sea of unfocused, undifferentiated podcasts that don't respect the listener's time.This episode is both a critique and a blueprint—how to think like an editor, sharpen your ideas, and actually create something worth listening to.

When you leave your home country and move abroad as a young person, you probably have a plan for finding a place to live, securing employment, maybe even getting health insurance. But what about when it comes to finding love? Dating offers unique challenges to expats, who often have a hard time communicating or even just being themselves in a foreign language, understanding local dating "rules," and adapting to cultural norms that can often be totally foreign. Today's guest Maddalena Vario experienced this for the first time when she moved from Puglia, Italy to Brazil as a student. A second expat experience working in Ireland provided even bigger hurtles, when she made many mistakes—mistakes she discovered later are common to expats. Twenty years later, Maddalena now lives in London with her husband, and she draws on her many experiences dating in foreign cultures for her work as a relationship and dating coach.  Find Maddalena on Instagram here. ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium In this episode, Finding Love Again

Reinvention is a word that gets thrown around a lot. Dominique Sachse would call it a misread. I sit down with Dominique, Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist, YouTube creator, author of Life Makeover, and host of Over 50 & Flourishing, to talk about what it actually takes to rebuild your identity in midlife, why letting go of control is not weakness, and how curiosity might be the most underrated tool any of us have.After 28 years anchoring the news in Houston, Dominique walked away from a pension, a 401k, and a career identity she built from scratch, all while navigating a divorce and building an entrepreneurial brand from the ground up. This conversation goes deep on the psychological cost of high achievement, why driven women often end up lonely in their relationships, and what it looks like to build a life that holds up over time.What We Explore:- Why "reinvention" is the wrong frame, and how thinking of life as an unfolding rather than a reset changes everything about how you make hard decisions.- How the same traits that make you exceptional at work will slowly hollow out your relationships, and what it looks like to finally course-correct without losing your edge.- Why curiosity is the skill that keeps midlife from becoming a holding pattern, in love, in identity, and in every conversation you are scared to start.- What the need for control actually costs you, and why the highest-performing women are often the ones who feel most invisible inside their own homes.- How to approach aging, appearance, and the "how much is too much" question without losing yourself in the process.Chapter:00:00 Intro03:00 Why Female Broadcasters Get Judged on Appearance First09:05 Leaving Security Behind: Career, Divorce, and Starting Over13:46 Midlife Women Are Craving Simplicity. Here Is Why.18:38 Curiosity: The Skill That Keeps Midlife Moving Forward25:00 Why High-Achieving Women Struggle in Relationships29:40 Building a Faith-First Marriage That Actually Works34:32 Why Too Much Polish Becomes Its Own Prison39:43 How to Heal After Divorce: Journaling, Therapy, Patterns46:09 What Minimum Wage Jobs Teach Kids About Life49:09 Using Beauty and Style to Break Identity Attachments52:42 Why Other People React When You Dare to Change57:00 Aging Honestly: Lifestyle First, Then Decide What ElseAbout Dominique Sachse:Dominique Sachse spent nearly three decades as an Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist and anchor at KPRC in Houston, Texas. She launched her YouTube beauty and lifestyle channel in 2014 and built a community of nearly one million women who trust her to show up honestly about the real texture of midlife. She is the author of Life Makeover: Embrace the Bold, Beautiful and Blessed You and the host of the podcast Over 50 & Flourishing. Her work sits at the intersection of faith, identity, beauty, and honest self-examination, and she is one of the more grounded voices doing it at scale.Connect with Dominique Sachse:Website: https://dominiquesachse.tv/who-i-am/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dominiquesachse/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dominiquesachsetvTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dominiquesachse