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Anne Ghesquière reçoit Florentine d'Aulnois-Wang, thérapeute, fondatrice de l'Intelligence Amoureuse et autrice. Pourquoi certaines histoires traversent-elles les crises quand d'autres finissent par s'effondrer ? Qu'est-ce qui permet à un couple de durer au-delà de l'état amoureux ? Comment sortir du mythe du partenaire idéal pour construire une relation vivante, consciente et durable ? Que révèle réellement une crise de couple ? Depuis plus de vingt ans, Florentine d'Aulnois-Wang accompagne des milliers de couples à travers les crises, les séparations, les retrouvailles et les grandes étapes de la vie. Elle montre comment nos blessures d'attachement, nos croyances sur l'amour et notre sécurité émotionnelle influencent profondément nos relations. Un échange profond qui invite à regarder autrement le couple, la sexualité, les grands tournants de la vie comme la ménopause, et les gestes simples qui permettent de continuer à se choisir au fil des années. Son coffret de Jeux de cartes pour apprendre à communiquer vraiment est édité par l'Espace du Couple. Épisode #706Quelques citations du podcast avec Florentine d'Aulnois-Wang : "L'état amoureux est juste un un cocktail hormonal qui nous prend et nous inonde.""Les grandes amitiés font de très beaux couples.""C'est une compétence amoureuse, de se laisser influencer par ce que propose l'autre, ce qu'apporte l'autre.""Je ne suis pas pour le couple pour le couple mais pour le couple pour continuer de créer, guérir, grandir, jouir."À regarder : #359 Florentine d'Aulnois Wang : Les clés de l'intelligence érotique#6 Je reste ou je pars ? Série Intelligence Amoureuse#5 Let's talk about sex, baby Série Intelligence Amoureuse#4 Est ce la bonne ou le bon partenaire ? Série Intelligence Amoureuse#3 Des hauts et des bas dans le couple - Série Intelligence Amoureuse#2 S'aimer soi avant d'aimer ? Série Intelligence Amoureuse#1 Tomber amoureux Série Intelligence AmoureuseRecevez chaque semaine l'inspirante newsletter Métamorphose par Anne GhesquièreDécouvrez Objectif Métamorphose, notre programme en 12 étapes pour partir à la rencontre de soi-même.Suivez nos RS : Insta, Facebook et TikTokAbonnez-vous sur Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Deezer / Castbox / YouTubeSoutenez Métamorphose en rejoignant la Tribu MétamorphoseThèmes abordés lors du podcast avec Florentine d'Aulnois-Wang : 00:00Introduction01:30L'invitée, Florentine d'Aulnois-Wang05:31Le couple après le conte de fées13:59Comment "recrutons-nous" notre partenaire ?19:46Anxieux, évitant, sécure : les styles d'attachement dans le couple30:40Réparer le couple avant de renoncer36:08Désir, sexualité : sortir de l'injonction45:28Après 50 ans : le nouveau printemps amoureux50:28Parler de sexualité pour se retrouver55:45Le couple comme chemin de libertéAvant-propos et précautions à l'écoute du podcast Photo DR Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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Fluent Fiction - Italian: The Great Gelato Debate: A Taste of Summer in Firenze Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-07-16-07-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Era un caldo pomeriggio d'estate a Firenze.En: It was a hot summer afternoon in Firenze.It: Il sole splendeva sopra i tetti, e l'aria era colma dell'aroma dolce e invitante del gelato.En: The sun shone above the rooftops, and the air was filled with the sweet, inviting aroma of ice cream.It: Sotto il maestoso Ponte Vecchio, un piccolo stand di gelato attirava turisti e locali in cerca di un po' di freschezza.En: Beneath the majestic Ponte Vecchio, a small ice cream stand attracted tourists and locals in search of a bit of refreshment.It: Marco e Luca si trovavano lì, pronti a gustare il loro gelato preferito.En: Marco and Luca were there, ready to savor their favorite ice cream.It: "Il pistacchio è il re dei gelati!"En: "Il pistacchio is the king of ice creams!"It: esclamò Marco, con un sorriso di sfida rivolto all'amico.En: exclaimed Marco, with a challenging smile directed at his friend.It: "Nessun altro gusto può competere!"En: "No other flavor can compete!"It: "Che ridicolo!"En: "How ridiculous!"It: rispose Luca, scuotendo la testa e ridendo.En: responded Luca, shaking his head and laughing.It: "Stracciatella è il vero campione, con quei pezzi di cioccolato in ogni morso.En: "Stracciatella is the true champion, with those chocolate pieces in every bite.It: Marco, il tuo pistacchio non ha speranze."En: Marco, your pistacchio has no chance."It: La loro discussione era vivace, ma amichevole.En: Their argument was lively but friendly.It: Entrambi erano determinati a dimostrare di avere ragione.En: Both were determined to prove they were right.It: Il venditore di gelato, un uomo anziano con un ampio sorriso, ascoltava divertito la loro disputa.En: The ice cream vendor, an elderly man with a broad smile, listened amusedly to their dispute.It: "Ragazzi," disse il venditore interrompendo, "perché non fate una prova alla cieca?En: "Boys," said the vendor, interrupting, "why don't you do a blind taste test?It: Così vediamo quale gusto è davvero il migliore."En: That way we'll see which flavor is truly the best."It: Marco e Luca si lanciarono uno sguardo di complicità.En: Marco and Luca exchanged a look of complicity.It: "Va bene," disse Marco, con sicurezza.En: "All right," said Marco, confidently.It: "Io accetto la sfida."En: "I accept the challenge."It: Il venditore preparò alcuni cucchiai di gelato, uno di pistacchio e uno di stracciatella, senza però rivelare quale fosse quale.En: The vendor prepared a few spoons of ice cream, one of pistacchio and one of stracciatella, without revealing which was which.It: Bendò Marco e lo incoraggiò a fidarsi solo delle sue papille gustative.En: He blindfolded Marco and encouraged him to trust only his taste buds.It: Marco assaggiò il primo cucchiaio.En: Marco tasted the first spoonful.It: "Delizioso - ricco e cremoso!"En: "Delicious—rich and creamy!"It: dichiarò.En: he declared.It: Poi provò il secondo cucchiaio, convinto di assaporare la gloria del pistacchio.En: Then he tried the second spoonful, convinced he was savoring the glory of pistacchio.It: Ma mentre lo assaporava, qualcosa di inatteso accadde.En: But as he tasted it, something unexpected happened.It: "Questo è sicuramente il pistacchio!"En: "This is definitely pistacchio!"It: esclamò con entusiasmo.En: he exclaimed with enthusiasm.It: Il venditore e Luca risero.En: The vendor and Luca laughed.It: "Bravo, Marco," disse Luca scherzando.En: "Well done, Marco," Luca joked.It: "Hai appena elogiato la stracciatella."En: "You just praised stracciatella."It: Marco tolse la benda, sorpreso ma divertito.En: Marco removed the blindfold, surprised but amused.It: Ammise la sua sconfitta con un sorriso.En: He admitted his defeat with a smile.It: "Forse ho sottovalutato gli altri gusti," confessò Marco.En: "Maybe I underestimated the other flavors," Marco confessed.It: "Ogni gelato ha le sue qualità uniche."En: "Every ice cream has its unique qualities."It: Così, Marco e Luca si riconciliarono, continuando a gustare i sapori estivi, con la consapevolezza che nel mondo del gelato non esiste un solo vincitore.En: Thus, Marco and Luca reconciled, continuing to enjoy the summer flavors, with the awareness that in the world of ice cream, there is no single winner.It: E in quel pomeriggio fiorentino, Marco apprese una lezione preziosa: a volte, aprire la mente può essere dolce quanto il miglior gelato.En: And on that Florentine afternoon, Marco learned a valuable lesson: sometimes, opening your mind can be as sweet as the best ice cream. Vocabulary Words:the summer: l'estatethe afternoon: il pomeriggiothe rooftop: il tettothe aroma: l'aromathe refreshment: la freschezzathe stand: lo standto savor: gustarethe challenge: la sfidato compete: competerethe champion: il campionethe bite: il morsolively: vivacethe vendor: il venditorethe dispute: la disputathe glance: lo sguardothe complicity: la complicitàthe confidence: la sicurezzathe spoonful: il cucchiaioblindfold: bendarethe taste buds: le papille gustativeto taste: assaggiareunexpected: inattesothe enthusiasm: l'entusiasmoto praise: elogiarethe defeat: la sconfittato confess: confessareunique: unicoto reconcile: riconciliarethe awareness: la consapevolezzathe lesson: la lezione

J'ai le plaisir de recevoir Florentine d'Aulnois Wang, thérapeute de couple depuis 20 ans. Elle a popularisé le concept d'Intelligence Amoureuse, l'idée que l'amour est une compétence qui s'apprend, autant que la communication ou l'intelligence émotionnelle.Car selon elle, le grand amour ne se trouve pas, il se construit pas à pas. Et notamment une fois que l'on a identifié son style d'attachement. Alors, quel est votre style d'attachement ? En quoi l'identifier vous permet d'améliorer vos relations ? Est-ce que certains styles d'attachement sont problématiques ? C'est ce que l'on vous propose dans cet épisode. Je vous souhaite une très bonne écoute ! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

I'm back from another amazing trip from Barcelona teaching a workshop with my brother Tomer Botner from Florentine Kitchen Knives. We had a fantastic time with the students as it's a different style of class structure. Tomer called in to recap the workshop and all the aspects of making people who have never made knives before get the experience of what it takes to bring one home. Every part was exciting and we talk about the sharpening process that each student got a lot out of. We talked about his local collaborators like Chef Borja and his Tattooist Roger. We talked about what's next for Florentine and even hit on the Knicks off season moves to hopefully get back to the NBA finals. Many thanks to my bro and his wonderful family and I can't wait to see you all again Follow Florentine Kitchen Knives on IG:https://www.instagram.com/florentinekitchenknives?igsh=b202bDR5anZnczIzGet on their Newsletter: FLORENTINE – Florentine Kitchen KnivesFollow Ultramarinos Marin on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ultramarinosmarin?igsh=MXBvcG5oZzBxZDlpdQ==Follow Super Roger on IG: https://www.instagram.com/_superroger_?igsh=bzhwZWg5b216YW16Follow Full Blast on Instagram and join the party pal:https://www.instagram.com/thefullblastpodcast?igsh=Nm5jbmFqYXJ2eHJoFollow CMA on IG:https://www.instagram.com/centerformetalarts?igsh=MWRqdzlwZnV2d3BnYQ==Take a class at CMA:Center for Metal Arts | Forging workshops in Johnstown, PAIf you want to support Full Blast Support  Feder Knives - ( go buy a shirt )https://www.federknives.com/Go to CMA's website and check out the opportunities: https://centerformetalarts.org/Take a class: https://centerformetalarts.org/Follow CMA on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/centerformetalarts/?hl=enPlease subscribe, leave a review and tell your friends about the show. it helps me out a lot! Welcome aboard Phoenix Abrasives!Phoenixabrasives.com Phoenix abrasives supplies superior abrasive products for every application. Knifemaking, Metal fabrication, glass fab, floor sanding and Crankshaft! Belts, grinding and cutting discs, Flap Discs, surface conditioning FB10 at checkout gets 10% off your order at Check out.Welcome back! 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Zu viel Bildschirm, zu wenig Bewegung? Nacken, Schulter, Daumen – digitale Medien belasten unseren Körper mehr, als viele denken. In dieser Folge spricht Florentine mit dem Orthopäden Dr. Mathias Glehr über körperliche Überlastungssyndrome, die durch intensive Nutzung von Computer, Smartphone & Co. entstehen – und warum sie oft unterschätzt werden. Den CME-Beitrag zur Episode finden Sie in Heft 1 der Allgemeinmedizin up2date 2026, Seite 29-41 (10.1055/a-2514-6497) https://shop.thieme.de/allgemeinmedizin-up2date/2699-8696 Mehr spannende Podcasts von Thieme findest du hier: https://thieme.com/podcast

Hallo Freunde freue mich sehr euch heute eine neue Episode meiner ÉCHOS NOCTURNES Mix Serie präsentieren zu können. Diesmal mit Costanza aka KOUNI 蔻妮 aus Florenz, Italien. Viel Spaß Kurt Kjergaard Hello friends, I am very happy to present a new episode of my ÉCHOS NOCTURNES mix series to you today. This time featuring Costanza, aka KOUNI 蔻妮, from Florence, Italy. Enjoy! Kurt Kjergaard LINK Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/comonnie INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/kouni.ofc/ BIO Costanza, known artistically as Kouni, whose Chinese name is "Cardamon Girl," began her DJ career performing across Tuscany and eventually expanding to other Italian locations and Beijing. Born in Pistoia, she moved to Thailand at the age of 17, later to Milan to earn a degree in Architecture, to London to study Chinese, and finally to China to pursue her intercultural exploration through studies and work. Throughout her journey, she has nurtured her passion for electronic music by attending events to draw inspiration, blending sounds influenced by diverse ethnicities. Upon returning to Italy in 2020, she resumed studying the transverse flute and sang ethnic music with the Agorà Choir in Pistoia. Her love for Asia, where she lived for several years, and the garage and acid sounds she discovered in London, have shaped her eclectic style, connecting house, speed garage, and acid techno. Kouni has played in major events with the Florence-based Artax collective, opening for guests like Stephan Krus, Sumia, Lee Ann Roberts, Sara Mozzillo, and SPFDJ, experimenting with raw techno. She has performed in several prominent Florentine clubs such as Tenax Club, bringing northern European house sounds, as well as at Babylon Club, XO Club, Fiorino sull'Arno, Play Techno in Pontedera, and clubs in Sardinia and Lake Garda. Her journey took her to Beijing's Red House and Platea, where she delivered an eclectic musical style as a cultural link between the countries she loves. For Kouni, a lover of arts, culture, and beauty, electronic music transcends linguistic barriers, uniting people. Her dream is to connect music and green spaces, a vision she brings to life daily as a garden architect. Now resident at Tropical Animals events. Tracklist Lost In Tokyo - Split Coffee Ragysh - Todd Terje Know Yourself - Jex Opolis Pursuit - Tom Frankel Love Cames - ( Biesmanns Remix ) - Schmutz ( BE ) Burn up That Needle - Occibel/ Light Blue File Trippin' - HVSN People Smile - Love City Thriller - Occibel Hc Uproar Oedit - Lauer The Bass - Igna Farres Action Original Mix - Voodoos & Taboos Data tTansfer 405 - Kwake Electric Dreams - Vhyce Disclaimer: All material on this channel is posted with the explicit consent of the artist/labels and no copyrights are violated in any way. If you are a copyright owner and want your work to be removed from our channel please contact us with a personal message here and we will remove your material right away. Please note that we do not benefit from posting this material and have only the intention to help new and emerging artist to be heard by supporting & promoting podcasts. Thx a lot... Kurt Kjergaard

Echt jetzt? Semiotik der Authentizität – Die Semiotische Woche 2026 hat illustriert, welche vielschichtigen Bedeutungen und flexiblen Anwendungen der Begriff Authentizität annehmen kann und es wurde unter Expert:innen und Studierenden gleichermaßen viel dazu diskutiert.In diesem Podcast reist Florentine entlang der Frage nach „Authentizität“ durch den komplexen Zwischenraum von (literarischen) Originalen und ihren Übersetzungen. Woher kommt das Wort Authentizität und welche Bedeutungen stecken dahinter? Wie verhalten sich Originale und Übersetzungen zueinander und was will und soll eine gute Übersetzung leisten? Und letztlich, was verleiht einer Übersetzung Authentizität? All das und noch mehr Gedanken, die ihr euch noch nie zu Übersetzungen gemacht habt, hört ihr in diesem Podcast.  Erwähnte Quellen: „authentisch“, bereitgestellt durch das Digitale Wörterbuch der deutschen Sprache. Online verfügbar unter https://www.dwds.de/wb/authentisch, abgerufen am 31.03.2026.Sylvia Reinart (2022): „Im Original geht viel verloren“. Warum Übersetzungen oft besser sind als das Original: Frank & Timme Berlin.Tim Parks (2014): Where I'm reading from. The Changing World of Books. London: Harvill Secker.Julian Barnes (2010): Writer's Writer and Writer's Writer's Writer. In: LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS 32 (22), S. 7–11.Dorothea Dieckmann (2004): Texttreu oder lesbar? Deutschlandfunk. Online verfügbar unter https://www.deutschlandfunk.de/texttreu-oder-lesbar-100.html. Weiterlesen: Rachel Cooke (2016): The subtle art of translating foreign fiction. In: The Guardian. Online verfügbar unter https://www.theguardian.com/books/2016/jul/24/subtle-art-of-translating-foreign-fiction-ferrante-knausgaard.

“Wie hältst du's mit der Brandmauer?” Diese Gretchenfrage stellt Sarah Bosetti ihrer heutigen Gästin, der Comedienne und Podcasterin Florentine Osche, die inzwischen auch zur extra 3–Familie zählt. Anlass für die beiden darüber zu sprechen ist die FDP, in der nicht nur auf dem jüngsten Parteitag heftig über das Verhältnis zur AfD gestritten wird. Für Florentine gibt es da eigentlich keine zwei Meinungen. “Wir dürfen nicht legitimieren, was nicht zu legitimieren ist.” Auch Sarah wundert sich über die Äußerungen des frisch gewählten FDP-Parteivorsitzenden Wolfgang Kubicki. Der ist doch eigentlich gar nicht so naiv. “Wenn man akzeptiert, dass die AfD ein Mittel sein kann, seine eigenen politischen Ansichten durchzubringen, dann gibt man ihr faktisch Macht”, warnt Sarah. Gleichzeitig sind beide schwer beeindruckt von Kubickis rhetorischen Fähigkeiten und würden gerne mal bei ihm in die Lehre gehen. Uneinig sind sie sich aber in der Bewertung, ob die Gegenkandidatur um den FDP-Vorsitz von Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann klug oder unklug war. Außerdem sprechen Sarah und Florentine über die von der EU beschlossenen Verschärfungen im Asylrecht. Wie kann Bundesinnenminister Alexander Dobrindt solche Beschlüsse rhetorisch nur so blumig verkaufen? Und was sagt das über das Wesen seiner Redenschreiber*innen aus? Um das zu ergründen, schmiedet Sarah eine Heiratsintrige. Florentine bringt die Verschärfung in Rage, weil sie “die Illusion schafft, Migration sei beherrschbar und kontrollierbar.” In unserer Schlussrubrik geht es um Fahrradhelme und zerplatzte Illusionen sowie um persönliche Ziele und die Frage, was Kuscheltiere damit zu tun haben. Unseren Podcast-Tipp "mal angenommen" findet ihr hier: https://1.ard.de/quarks_mal_angenommenIhr habt Feedback? Dann schreibt uns an bosettiswoche@ndr.deNoch mehr extra 3 auf allen Kanälen Website: https://www.x3.de  Mediathek: https://www.ardmediathek.de/extra-3 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/extra3 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/extra3 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@extra3  (00:00:00) Intro(00:02:00) Heute zu Gast: Comedienne Florentine Osche(00:06:25) “Pärchen der Woche”: Kubicki und Strack-Zimmermann(00:10:30) Kubicki, die FDP und die Brandmauer zur AfD(00:17:50) Die Taktik hinter Strack-Zimmermanns Gegenkandidatur (00:21:18) Verschärfung in der EU-Asylpolitik(00:26:13) Sarahs Geheimplan mit Dobrindt (00:31:30) Die Illusion, dass Migration kontrollierbar sei(00:35:13) Eine letzte Frage: Florentines Ziele(00:43:00) Fahrradhelme, Ebayenttäuschungen und Kuscheltiere

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Espresso and Emotions: Navigating Love and Careers in Firenze Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-06-01-22-34-01-it Story Transcript:It: In una fresca mattina di tarda primavera, il sole splendeva sul piccolo caffè accanto alla vivace Piazza della Signoria a Firenze.En: On a cool late spring morning, the sun shone on the little café next to the lively Piazza della Signoria in Firenze.It: L'aria era piena del profumo del caffè appena fatto e del suono delle conversazioni soffuse.En: The air was filled with the scent of freshly brewed coffee and the sound of soft conversations.It: Era un luogo familiare per Giulia e Matteo, un rifugio tranquillo per le loro conversazioni passate.En: It was a familiar place for Giulia and Matteo, a quiet refuge for their past conversations.It: Quella mattina, Giulia si sedette al loro tavolo preferito, un angolo accogliente sotto un lampadario antico.En: That morning, Giulia sat at their favorite table, a cozy corner under an antique chandelier.It: Guardava fuori dalla finestra, osservando i turisti scattare foto e gli artisti di strada dipingere scene di vita fiorentina.En: She looked out the window, watching tourists take photos and street artists paint scenes of Florentine life.It: Il cuore di Giulia era un po' pesante, colmo di incertezze e domande.En: Giulia's heart was a bit heavy, full of uncertainties and questions.It: Matteo arrivò poco dopo, il suo viso illuminato da un sorriso nervoso.En: Matteo arrived shortly after, his face lit up by a nervous smile.It: Si sedette di fronte a Giulia, ordinò un espresso e cercò di rompere il ghiaccio.En: He sat across from Giulia, ordered an espresso, and tried to break the ice.It: "Ciao, Giulia. Sei raggiante come sempre," disse, cercando di alleggerire l'atmosfera.En: "Hi, Giulia. You're as radiant as ever," he said, trying to lighten the mood.It: Giulia sorrise debolmente, ma il suo sguardo tradiva l'incertezza.En: Giulia smiled weakly, but her gaze betrayed her uncertainty.It: "Ciao, Matteo. Mi sei mancato," rispose, cercando di mascherare la preoccupazione nella sua voce.En: "Hi, Matteo. I've missed you," she replied, trying to mask the worry in her voice.It: Dopo qualche chiacchiera, Giulia prese un respiro profondo.En: After some small talk, Giulia took a deep breath.It: "Dobbiamo parlare, Matteo. Questo silenzio tra di noi... non posso più ignorarlo."En: "We need to talk, Matteo. This silence between us... I can't ignore it anymore."It: Matteo annuì, il suo cuore accelerato.En: Matteo nodded, his heart racing.It: "Lo so. Ho qualcosa da dirti," disse con esitazione.En: "I know. I have something to tell you," he said with hesitation.It: "Ho accettato un nuovo lavoro. Richiederà viaggi frequenti."En: "I've accepted a new job. It will require frequent travel."It: Giulia sentì un nodo allo stomaco.En: Giulia felt a knot in her stomach.It: Era esattamente ciò che temeva.En: It was exactly what she feared.It: "E cosa significa questo per noi?" chiese, cercando di mantenere la voce ferma.En: "And what does this mean for us?" she asked, trying to keep her voice steady.It: Matteo la guardò negli occhi, consapevole della gravità del momento.En: Matteo looked into her eyes, aware of the gravity of the moment.It: "Non voglio perderti, Giulia.En: "I don't want to lose you, Giulia.It: Ma la mia carriera... è un'opportunità che non potevo rifiutare."En: But my career... it's an opportunity I couldn't turn down."It: Il silenzio tra loro era carico di tensione.En: The silence between them was laden with tension.It: Finalmente, Giulia trovò le parole.En: Finally, Giulia found the words.It: "Capisco l'importanza del tuo lavoro.En: "I understand the importance of your work.It: Ma dobbiamo essere onesti l'uno con l'altra.En: But we have to be honest with each other.It: Io sto pensando di trasferirmi qui a Firenze.En: I'm thinking of moving here to Firenze.It: Devo sapere se c'è ancora un futuro per noi."En: I need to know if there's still a future for us."It: Matteo prese la sua mano, il suo sguardo sincero.En: Matteo took her hand, his gaze sincere.It: "Possiamo trovare un equilibrio.En: "We can find a balance.It: Prometto di essere più aperto sui miei piani.En: I promise to be more open about my plans.It: Ho bisogno che tu faccia lo stesso."En: I need you to do the same."It: La tensione cominciò a sciogliersi, sostituita da una nuova speranza.En: The tension began to dissolve, replaced by a new hope.It: Parlare apertamente era stata la chiave.En: Speaking openly had been the key.It: Si sposarono con i loro cappuccini, promettendosi di affrontare questi cambiamenti insieme.En: They toasted with their cappuccinos, promising to face these changes together.It: Alla fine, i due decisero di darsi una possibilità, pronti ad affrontare le sfide future con unità e comunicazione.En: In the end, the two decided to give themselves a chance, ready to face future challenges with unity and communication.It: Giulia aveva imparato a esprimere meglio i suoi bisogni, mentre Matteo comprese il valore della trasparenza.En: Giulia had learned to better express her needs, while Matteo recognized the value of transparency.It: Lasciando il caffè, la loro connessione sembrava più forte, come se un vento primaverile avesse spazzato via le nuvole del passato, lasciando spazio a un nuovo, luminoso inizio.En: Leaving the café, their connection felt stronger, as if a spring breeze had swept away the clouds of the past, leaving room for a new, bright beginning. Vocabulary Words:the chandelier: il lampadariouncertainty: l'incertezzathe knot: il nodothe gaze: lo sguardoto betray: tradireto lighten: alleggerireto sweep away: spazzare viathe refuge: il rifugiosoft: soffusoto require: richiederefrequent: frequenteto be aware: essere consapevolethe opportunity: l'opportunitàthe secret: il segretoto find out: scoprireto nod: annuirethe spring: la primaverato promise: promettereto replace: sostituirebright: luminosothe artist: l'artistathe balance: l'equilibriofamiliar: familiaregrave: graveto face: affrontareto express: esprimerethe need: il bisognoto toast: brindarethe past: il passatothe change: il cambiamento

“Florentine, est-ce que faire un break, c'est une bonne idée quand ça ne va plus dans le couple ?” quand ça chauffe dans une relation, ce n'est pas seulement la relation qui vacille; c'est ton système nerveux, tes poupées russes, tes vieux endroits d'abandon, de rejet, d'envahissement qui s'activent et là, ça déborde. Alors tu veux couper, pas forcément parce que tu n'aimes plus, mais parce que tu ne sais plus comment rester. Explorons..Soutenez ce podcast http://supporter.acast.com/l-espace-du-couple. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Friends of the Rosary,Today, May 26, is the Memorial of St. Philip Neri (1515-1595), a gracious, cheerful saint, and Rome's apostle of the sixteenth century.Born in 1515 to a wealthy Florentine family, the young Filippo Neri was brought up with a classical education by the Dominicans of the Monastery of San Marco.His unique charism was his burning love of God, a love that he communicated to all. So ardently did this fire of divine love burn that in his twenty-ninth year, the beating of his heart broke two ribs. It was a wound that never healed.A great educator of youth, Philip Neri, often visited the seven principal churches of Rome. He spent entire nights at the catacombs, near the tombs of the martyrs, meditating on heavenly things. He had a great devotion to the Blessed Sacrament and burned with an unbounded love for mankind.As a confessor, he was in great demand; among his penitents was St. Ignatius. To perpetuate his life's work, St. Philip founded the Congregation of the Oratory, a society of secular clergy without religious vows.The purpose was to kindle piety among the faithful through social gatherings that included entertainment and religious instruction.Goethe, who esteemed him highly, called him the "humorous saint."He died on the feast of Corpus Christi.Ave Maria!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• ⁠May 26, 2026, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

Tune into Part II of Jay Jay's conversation with Lenny Florentine, a renowned audio expert and YouTube sensation. They further explore the world of high-end audio equipment, getting into discussion about turntables and the crazy variation in prices that can come with them in modern day. Lenny candidly reflects on the absurdity of some of these prices while acknowledging that for some, these extravagant systems are akin to owning a luxury sports car. They get into the importance of understanding your listening environment, emphasizing that even in smaller rooms, one can achieve fantastic sound without breaking the bank. Lenny talks about the issue of gear acquisition syndrome, a common affliction among audiophiles, where the pursuit of the next best piece of equipment can sometimes overshadow the joy of listening to music itself. This episode isn't just about audio gear; it's about the love of music and how it connects us, making it a must-listen for anyone passionate about sound and the stories behind it. Whether you're a seasoned audiophile or just getting into the hobby, this conversation paired with Lenny's practical advice and passion for music will resonate with you. Don't miss this conversation, only on The Jay Jay French Connection: Beyond the Music! Produced and Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Lana joins Mrs. Doll and Eliza for a Ladies' Play Den conversation about what happens when you move from a familiar lifestyle community into a totally different scene.After years on Couples Next Door, Lana and her husband moved to North Carolina and started over — new sites, new parties, new rules, new crowds, and a very different approach to meeting people. From “The House” and its chicken Florentine swinger-party energy to Friction hotel takeovers, word-of-mouth meetups, content creators, single-male rules, and the search for real lifestyle friendships, this episode compares what community can feel like in different regions.Key Topics / Search Terms lifestyle down south swinger house parties Friction lifestyle events Couples Next Door community hotel takeovers lifestyle meet and greets finding lifestyle friends single men at lifestyle events content creation at parties group play vs couples playWhat We Talk About Lana's move from the CND community to the North Carolina lifestyle scene How “The House” works, from the rules video to open play rooms and BYOB party energy Chicken Florentine, porn on the TV, stripper poles, and why the vibe felt so different Friction events and how East Coast hotel takeovers compare to CND-style community Why finding real lifestyle friendships can be harder without a local hub The difference between “let's get to know each other” and “pull your pants down” messaging How age, region, and event culture can change the way people connect Single men, single women, and how event rules vary by scene Why some spaces feel more couple-pair-off than group-play friendly Content creation at events and where that can feel different from lifestyle play Eliza and Lana's upcoming two-blonde takeover adventureHosts Mrs. Doll ElizaGuest LanaPartners CouplesNextDoor.com — original sponsor / overall backing Passionscapes Photography — in-kind contributor Glitz by Jax / Good Supply — partnerStudio Partner https://couplesnextdoor.com Code: DD25Calls to Action Follow and subscribe to The Down & Dirty Podcast Rate and review the show Listen to more episodes at https://downdirtypodcast.com Send Mrs. Doll and Eliza your topic ideas for future Ladies' Play Den conversationsMoving does not just change the parties. It can change the whole way you meet people, build trust, and figure out where you fit. Lana's story is a reminder that every lifestyle scene has its own culture — and sometimes you do not know what you had until you have to start over somewhere new.Down & Dirty Productions is a sex-positive, consent-forward space for honest conversation. This episode reflects personal experiences and opinions and is not medical, legal, or therapeutic advice.

Può uno scherzo di matrimonio finire in un duello a colpi di spada... e con una citazione letteraria? In questa puntata, Alessio e Katia partono da un bizzarro aneddoto familiare per portarvi alla scoperta del romanzo più famoso (e a volte temuto!) della letteratura italiana: I Promessi Sposi di Alessandro Manzoni. Se volete capire davvero la cultura e la lingua italiana, questo è l'episodio che fa per voi!

This week, Jay Jay is joined by audio expert Lenny Florentine! They take a dive deep into the world of audio to discuss the recent AXPONA Conference in 2026 & share their personal journeys through the audio landscape. Lenny is a prominent figure in the YouTube audio community, and shares insights from his extensive experience with high-end audio gear. They chat about everything from the evolution of audio technology to the nostalgic charm of vintage audio systems. They both get into their early audio experiences, which shaped their passion for sound. Jay Jay talks about his early days exploring the world of stereo systems and how he transitioned from a casual listener to a serious audiophile. Florentine echoes this sentiment, detailing his own journey from a teenager with a boombox to a professional in the audio industry. They reflect on the importance of audio quality in music consumption and the differences between vintage and modern audio equipment. Hear all about the AXPONA conference both Jay Jay & Lenny were recently a part of, and the value in how it brings together audio enthusiasts and industry experts. This episode is a must listen for all audio enthusiasts - don't miss this conversation, only on The Jay Jay French Connection: Beyond the Music! Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Chapter 2 — The Color Game — Eating the RainbowThe Most Important Lesson I Ever Learned Came From a Market in Florence, Not a ClassroomIn the autumn of 1987, I took a sabbatical from my restaurant and traveled to Tuscany. I had been cooking professionally for nearly two decades by then, and I thought I knew quite a lot about food. Florence humbled me within forty-eight hours. Not the restaurants — the market. The Mercato Centrale, a vast iron and glass cathedral of food in the heart of the city, where vendors had been selling produce since 1874. I walked through it on a Tuesday morning and felt, for the first time in years, like an absolute beginner.What stopped me was color. The market was an explosion of it — deep purple eggplants stacked in pyramids, brilliant orange persimmons catching the light, bundles of dark cavolo nero tied with string, tomatoes in seven shades of red, yellow, and almost brown, pale fennel bulbs with their feathery green tops still attached, fat red radicchio heads glowing like lanterns. An old vendor, noticing my stunned expression, pointed at his display and said simply: 'Tutto il arcobaleno.' All the rainbow. I nodded. I understood, in that moment, more about nutrition than any textbook had ever taught me.The science behind what I felt instinctively that morning in Florence is now well established. The colors of fruits and vegetables are produced by phytonutrients — naturally occurring chemical compounds that plants develop as part of their own biological defense systems. When we eat those plants, we absorb those compounds, and they go to work inside our bodies in remarkably specific ways. Red foods — tomatoes, strawberries, red peppers, watermelon — owe their color largely to lycopene and anthocyanins, compounds associated with heart health and cellular protection. Orange and yellow foods — carrots, sweet potatoes, mangoes, squash — are rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts to Vitamin A, essential for vision, immune function, and skin health. Green foods — spinach, broccoli, kale, peas, Brussels sprouts — contain chlorophyll along with folate, Vitamin K, and powerful antioxidants that support everything from bone strength to detoxification. Blue and purple foods — blueberries, purple cabbage, beets, eggplant — are among the richest sources of anthocyanins, which researchers have linked to improved brain function and memory.I spent the better part of thirty years after that Florentine morning redesigning the way I cooked — not just in my restaurant, but in my cooking school and in the books I began writing. Color became my first organizing principle. Before I thought about protein, before I thought about carbohydrates or fats, I looked at the plate. Was it colorful? A plate that looks like a painting — vivid, varied, generous — is almost always a nutritionally sound plate. A plate that is beige and monochrome — pasta with white sauce, bread with butter, pale chicken with no vegetables — is almost always nutritionally thin, no matter how good it tastes.The children I have taught in my cooking classes are, without exception, more receptive to this idea than adults. Adults bring their habits, their defenses, their childhood aversions. Children bring curiosity. When I frame vegetables as a color challenge — 'Can you get five different colors on your plate tonight?' — the response is immediate and enthusiastic. It becomes a game. And games, as any good teacher knows, are among the most powerful vehicles for learning.One of the things I love most about eating by color is that it naturally orients you toward seasons. Colors follow the calendar. Spring is green — peas, asparagus, spinach, artichokes. Summer explodes in red and orange — tomatoes at their peak, stone fruits, peppers, corn. Autumn brings deep purples and rich oranges — squash, pumpkins, grapes, figs.

Lana joins Mrs. Doll and Eliza for a Ladies' Play Den conversation about what happens when you move from a familiar lifestyle community into a totally different scene.After years on Couples Next Door, Lana and her husband moved to North Carolina and started over — new sites, new parties, new rules, new crowds, and a very different approach to meeting people. From “The House” and its chicken Florentine swinger-party energy to Friction hotel takeovers, word-of-mouth meetups, content creators, single-male rules, and the search for real lifestyle friendships, this episode compares what community can feel like in different regions.Key Topics / Search Terms lifestyle down south swinger house parties Friction lifestyle events Couples Next Door community hotel takeovers lifestyle meet and greets finding lifestyle friends single men at lifestyle events content creation at parties group play vs couples playWhat We Talk About Lana's move from the CND community to the North Carolina lifestyle scene How “The House” works, from the rules video to open play rooms and BYOB party energy Chicken Florentine, porn on the TV, stripper poles, and why the vibe felt so different Friction events and how East Coast hotel takeovers compare to CND-style community Why finding real lifestyle friendships can be harder without a local hub The difference between “let's get to know each other” and “pull your pants down” messaging How age, region, and event culture can change the way people connect Single men, single women, and how event rules vary by scene Why some spaces feel more couple-pair-off than group-play friendly Content creation at events and where that can feel different from lifestyle play Eliza and Lana's upcoming two-blonde takeover adventureHosts Mrs. Doll ElizaGuest LanaPartners CouplesNextDoor.com — original sponsor / overall backing Passionscapes Photography — in-kind contributor Glitz by Jax / Good Supply — partnerStudio Partner https://couplesnextdoor.com Code: DD25Calls to Action Follow and subscribe to The Down & Dirty Podcast Rate and review the show Listen to more episodes at https://downdirtypodcast.com Send Mrs. Doll and Eliza your topic ideas for future Ladies' Play Den conversationsMoving does not just change the parties. It can change the whole way you meet people, build trust, and figure out where you fit. Lana's story is a reminder that every lifestyle scene has its own culture — and sometimes you do not know what you had until you have to start over somewhere new.Down & Dirty Productions is a sex-positive, consent-forward space for honest conversation. This episode reflects personal experiences and opinions and is not medical, legal, or therapeutic advice.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Overcoming Doubt: A Renaissance Art Student's Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-05-07-22-34-01-it Story Transcript:It: Le finestre del grande studio nella Scuola d'Arte del Rinascimento a Firenze erano aperte, lasciando entrare il profumo dei fiori di primavera.En: The windows of the large studio at the Scuola d'Arte del Rinascimento in Firenze were open, allowing the scent of spring flowers to enter.It: Era un luogo pieno di storia, con soffitti alti e pareti ricoperte da ritratti di artisti famosi.En: It was a place full of history, with high ceilings and walls covered with portraits of famous artists.It: La luce del sole illuminava le tele e il pavimento di legno scricchiolava sotto i piedi degli studenti.En: The sunlight illuminated the canvases, and the wooden floor creaked under the students' feet.It: Luca, giovane e appassionato, fissava la tela bianca davanti a sé.En: Luca, young and passionate, stared at the blank canvas in front of him.It: La sua mente era un vortice di idee e immagini, ma un'unica emozione prevaleva: il timore di non essere all'altezza.En: His mind was a whirlwind of ideas and images, but a single emotion prevailed: the fear of not being up to the task.It: L'esposizione di fine anno si avvicinava e ogni studente doveva presentare un'opera che mostrasse il proprio talento.En: The end-of-year exhibition was approaching, and every student had to present a work that showcased their talent.It: Accanto a lui c'era Giorgia, intenta a dipingere un paesaggio fiorentino.En: Next to him was Giorgia, intent on painting a Florentine landscape.It: "Sei tranquillo?"En: "Are you calm?"It: chiese con un sorriso.En: she asked with a smile.It: Luca scrollò le spalle, cercando di sembrare fiducioso.En: Luca shrugged, trying to appear confident.It: "Più o meno," rispose, anche se dentro di sé sentiva crescere l'ansia.En: "More or less," he replied, though inside he felt the anxiety growing.It: Con il passare dei giorni, Luca dipinse e ridipinse senza mai sentirsi soddisfatto.En: As the days passed, Luca painted and repainted without ever feeling satisfied.It: Ogni errore, ogni pennellata fuori posto sembrava un fallimento.En: Every mistake, every misplaced brushstroke seemed like a failure.It: La notte precedente, aveva considerato seriamente di abbandonare.En: The night before, he had seriously considered giving up.It: La paura lo paralizzava.En: Fear paralyzed him.It: Ma qualcosa dentro di lui lo spingeva a non arrendersi.En: But something inside him pushed him not to surrender.It: Infine, in una giornata di sole, decise di rivolgersi a Giorgia.En: Finally, on a sunny day, he decided to turn to Giorgia.It: "Pensi che io possa mai fare qualcosa di buono?"En: "Do you think I can ever do something good?"It: chiese, la voce tremante.En: he asked, his voice trembling.It: Giorgia lo guardò con gentilezza.En: Giorgia looked at him kindly.It: "Se non ci credi tu, chi lo farà?En: "If you don't believe it yourself, who will?It: Prova a esprimere ciò che senti davvero."En: Try to express what you really feel."It: Incoraggiato dalle sue parole, Luca tornò alla tela.En: Encouraged by her words, Luca returned to the canvas.It: Iniziò a dipingere non più per impressionare gli altri, ma per spiegare i suoi sentimenti.En: He began to paint not to impress others, but to express his feelings.It: Pennellata dopo pennellata, il quadro prese vita.En: Brushstroke by brushstroke, the painting came to life.It: Era un ritratto di Firenze al tramonto, ma c'era qualcosa di più: un'espressione di speranza e vulnerabilità.En: It was a portrait of Firenze at sunset, but there was something more: an expression of hope and vulnerability.It: Il giorno dell'esposizione arrivò.En: The day of the exhibition arrived.It: Gli studenti allinearono le loro opere nei corridoi della scuola.En: The students lined up their works in the corridors of the school.It: Quando gli insegnanti e i visitatori si fermarono davanti alla sua tela, Luca sentì il cuore battere forte.En: When the teachers and visitors stopped in front of his canvas, Luca felt his heart beat strongly.It: Giorgia, accanto a lui, gli strinse la mano.En: Giorgia, beside him, squeezed his hand.It: "Hai fatto un capolavoro," sussurrò.En: "You've created a masterpiece," she whispered.It: Le reazioni furono positive.En: The reactions were positive.It: Gli insegnanti lodarono la profondità emotiva del suo lavoro.En: The teachers praised the emotional depth of his work.It: Per la prima volta, Luca si sentì davvero orgoglioso.En: For the first time, Luca felt truly proud.It: Aveva imparato a fidarsi del proprio istinto, a lasciarsi guidare dal cuore.En: He had learned to trust his own instincts, to let himself be guided by his heart.It: Mentre il sole tramontava su Firenze, Luca e Giorgia si allontanarono dalla scuola, pronti a celebrare con una passeggiata lungo l'Arno.En: As the sun set over Firenze, Luca and Giorgia walked away from the school, ready to celebrate with a walk along the Arno.It: La primavera aveva portato non solo fiori, ma anche una nuova fiducia nelle loro vite.En: Spring had brought not only flowers but also a new confidence in their lives. Vocabulary Words:the window: la finestrathe studio: lo studiothe scent: il profumothe ceiling: il soffittothe wall: il murothe canvas: la telato creak: scricchiolarepassionate: appassionatothe whirlwind: il vorticethe fear: il timorethe exhibition: l'esposizionetalent: il talentothe landscape: il paesaggioto shrug: scrollare le spallethe anxiety: l'ansiato repaint: ridipingerethe mistake: l'errorethe brushstroke: la pennellatathe failure: il fallimentoto give up: arrendersito tremble: tremareto express: esprimerethe feelings: i sentimentithe expression: l'espressionevulnerability: la vulnerabilitàthe corridor: il corridoioto whisper: sussurrareto praise: lodarethe instinct: l'istintothe sunset: il tramonto

Pamela Cook shares a Rewind episode of Writes4Women featuring novelist Sarah Winman discussing her 2021 novel Still Life, alongside Winman’s background from acting to writing and her earlier books When God Was a Rabbit, A Year of Marvelous Ways, and Tin Man. Winman describes how she began writing through adult education classes, found an agent, and learned to trust creative instinct. She outlines Still Life as a four-decade story beginning with a 1944 meeting in Tuscany between art historian Evelyn Skinner and soldier/globe maker Ulysses Temper, later exploring postwar London, Florence, found family, art, beauty, class, love, and unity. Inspiration came from learning about Florence’s 1966 flood and the “mud angels,” with Brexit influencing her “joy as resistance” tone. She details researching as needed, writing nonlinearly through many drafts, using ensemble viewpoints, and receiving crucial art guidance from Florentine art historian Stella Rudolph, and offers writing advice on finishing drafts, careful feedback, rereading great writers, and accepting doubt. SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast Sarah Winman Instagram: click here Facebook: click here Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here Instagram: click here This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode explores how Perugia functioned as a dynamic center of Renaissance art and how Perugino emerged as its most influential painter. It considers the city's political, religious, and economic structures as active forces shaping artistic production, while examining how workshop practices, patronage, and regional identity intersected with broader Florentine influences.At the heart of the discussion is Perugino's distinctive style—marked by clarity, harmony, and compositional balance—and the role his workshop played in spreading that visual language across central Italy. The episode ultimately frames Perugia not as a peripheral center, but as a key contributor to the artistic networks that helped define the transition toward the High Renaissance.Works Discussed: Perugino, Adoration of the Magi, 1470's https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adoration_of_the_Magi_(Perugino,_Perugia)Perugino, Apollo and Daphnis, 1475-1500 https://collections.louvre.fr/ark:/53355/cl010064934Perugino, Decemviri Altarpiece, 1495/96 https://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en/collezioni/musei/la-pinacoteca/sala-vii---secolo-xv-xvi/perugino--la-madonna-col-bambino-e-i-ss--lorenzo--ludovico-di-to.htmlFollow/Support/Watch: https://linktr.ee/italian_renaissance_podcastThe Florentine Renaissance CourseSupport the show

Hey, mystery lovers! Get ready to dive into some seriously strange unsolved mysteries, like metal monoliths that randomly pop up and vanish around the world, and the elusive Florentine diamond. These are the kind of mind-bending facts of life that will leave you wondering what's really going on out there. If you're into mysteries that keep you on the edge of your seat, this video is a must-watch. Don't miss out—join us for a wild ride through these unsolved mysteries! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Built in the 14th century for the Davizzi family, before being sold to the Davanzati family in the 16th century, the Palazzo Davanzati is today home of the "Museum of the Old Florentine House." The various floors showcase domestic spaces and household objects to recreate life in a medieval Florentine home. 

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Doubts about the international dominance of the dollar are only growing amid worries about tariffs, political dysfunction, and fraying international alliances. Will the dollar continue to reign supreme? In Money Beyond Borders, the leading authority on international currencies, Barry Eichengreen, puts the dollar's prospects in deep historical perspective by chronicling the entire history of cross-border currencies, from the invention of coins in the seventh century BCE to the cryptocurrencies of today and the central bank digital currencies of tomorrow. Money Beyond Borders: Global Currencies from Croesus to Crypto (Princeton University Press, 2026) recounts how Greek and Roman coins became the first true international currencies. It tells how the Florentine gold florin became the "greenback of the Renaissance," and how it was succeeded by Spanish silver and a Dutch fiat currency. The book explains why the British pound dominated the international economy in the nineteenth century, why the dollar rose to the top during World War II, and why the dollar has survived predictions of the imminent loss of its preeminence since the 1970s. The long history of international currencies shows that the same factors that encourage their widespread use eventually lead to their abandonment. Money Beyond Borders makes a powerful case that the dollar is now on the downside of this cycle, and it considers who the winners and losers will be when there is flight away from the greenback. Revealing important patterns in the life cycles of international currencies over the past 2,500 years, the book offers valuable lessons and insights about how currencies rise--and why they fall. Barry Eichengreen is the George C. and Helen N. Pardee Chair and Distinguished Professor of Economics and Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. Caleb Zakarin is the CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Doubts about the international dominance of the dollar are only growing amid worries about tariffs, political dysfunction, and fraying international alliances. Will the dollar continue to reign supreme? In Money Beyond Borders, the leading authority on international currencies, Barry Eichengreen, puts the dollar's prospects in deep historical perspective by chronicling the entire history of cross-border currencies, from the invention of coins in the seventh century BCE to the cryptocurrencies of today and the central bank digital currencies of tomorrow. Money Beyond Borders: Global Currencies from Croesus to Crypto (Princeton University Press, 2026) recounts how Greek and Roman coins became the first true international currencies. It tells how the Florentine gold florin became the "greenback of the Renaissance," and how it was succeeded by Spanish silver and a Dutch fiat currency. The book explains why the British pound dominated the international economy in the nineteenth century, why the dollar rose to the top during World War II, and why the dollar has survived predictions of the imminent loss of its preeminence since the 1970s. The long history of international currencies shows that the same factors that encourage their widespread use eventually lead to their abandonment. Money Beyond Borders makes a powerful case that the dollar is now on the downside of this cycle, and it considers who the winners and losers will be when there is flight away from the greenback. Revealing important patterns in the life cycles of international currencies over the past 2,500 years, the book offers valuable lessons and insights about how currencies rise--and why they fall. Barry Eichengreen is the George C. and Helen N. Pardee Chair and Distinguished Professor of Economics and Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. Caleb Zakarin is the CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Doubts about the international dominance of the dollar are only growing amid worries about tariffs, political dysfunction, and fraying international alliances. Will the dollar continue to reign supreme? In Money Beyond Borders, the leading authority on international currencies, Barry Eichengreen, puts the dollar's prospects in deep historical perspective by chronicling the entire history of cross-border currencies, from the invention of coins in the seventh century BCE to the cryptocurrencies of today and the central bank digital currencies of tomorrow. Money Beyond Borders: Global Currencies from Croesus to Crypto (Princeton University Press, 2026) recounts how Greek and Roman coins became the first true international currencies. It tells how the Florentine gold florin became the "greenback of the Renaissance," and how it was succeeded by Spanish silver and a Dutch fiat currency. The book explains why the British pound dominated the international economy in the nineteenth century, why the dollar rose to the top during World War II, and why the dollar has survived predictions of the imminent loss of its preeminence since the 1970s. The long history of international currencies shows that the same factors that encourage their widespread use eventually lead to their abandonment. Money Beyond Borders makes a powerful case that the dollar is now on the downside of this cycle, and it considers who the winners and losers will be when there is flight away from the greenback. Revealing important patterns in the life cycles of international currencies over the past 2,500 years, the book offers valuable lessons and insights about how currencies rise--and why they fall. Barry Eichengreen is the George C. and Helen N. Pardee Chair and Distinguished Professor of Economics and Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. Caleb Zakarin is the CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doubts about the international dominance of the dollar are only growing amid worries about tariffs, political dysfunction, and fraying international alliances. Will the dollar continue to reign supreme? In Money Beyond Borders, the leading authority on international currencies, Barry Eichengreen, puts the dollar's prospects in deep historical perspective by chronicling the entire history of cross-border currencies, from the invention of coins in the seventh century BCE to the cryptocurrencies of today and the central bank digital currencies of tomorrow. Money Beyond Borders: Global Currencies from Croesus to Crypto (Princeton University Press, 2026) recounts how Greek and Roman coins became the first true international currencies. It tells how the Florentine gold florin became the "greenback of the Renaissance," and how it was succeeded by Spanish silver and a Dutch fiat currency. The book explains why the British pound dominated the international economy in the nineteenth century, why the dollar rose to the top during World War II, and why the dollar has survived predictions of the imminent loss of its preeminence since the 1970s. The long history of international currencies shows that the same factors that encourage their widespread use eventually lead to their abandonment. Money Beyond Borders makes a powerful case that the dollar is now on the downside of this cycle, and it considers who the winners and losers will be when there is flight away from the greenback. Revealing important patterns in the life cycles of international currencies over the past 2,500 years, the book offers valuable lessons and insights about how currencies rise--and why they fall. Barry Eichengreen is the George C. and Helen N. Pardee Chair and Distinguished Professor of Economics and Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. Caleb Zakarin is the CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network.

Doubts about the international dominance of the dollar are only growing amid worries about tariffs, political dysfunction, and fraying international alliances. Will the dollar continue to reign supreme? In Money Beyond Borders, the leading authority on international currencies, Barry Eichengreen, puts the dollar's prospects in deep historical perspective by chronicling the entire history of cross-border currencies, from the invention of coins in the seventh century BCE to the cryptocurrencies of today and the central bank digital currencies of tomorrow. Money Beyond Borders: Global Currencies from Croesus to Crypto (Princeton University Press, 2026) recounts how Greek and Roman coins became the first true international currencies. It tells how the Florentine gold florin became the "greenback of the Renaissance," and how it was succeeded by Spanish silver and a Dutch fiat currency. The book explains why the British pound dominated the international economy in the nineteenth century, why the dollar rose to the top during World War II, and why the dollar has survived predictions of the imminent loss of its preeminence since the 1970s. The long history of international currencies shows that the same factors that encourage their widespread use eventually lead to their abandonment. Money Beyond Borders makes a powerful case that the dollar is now on the downside of this cycle, and it considers who the winners and losers will be when there is flight away from the greenback. Revealing important patterns in the life cycles of international currencies over the past 2,500 years, the book offers valuable lessons and insights about how currencies rise--and why they fall. Barry Eichengreen is the George C. and Helen N. Pardee Chair and Distinguished Professor of Economics and Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. Caleb Zakarin is the CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/economics

Doubts about the international dominance of the dollar are only growing amid worries about tariffs, political dysfunction, and fraying international alliances. Will the dollar continue to reign supreme? In Money Beyond Borders, the leading authority on international currencies, Barry Eichengreen, puts the dollar's prospects in deep historical perspective by chronicling the entire history of cross-border currencies, from the invention of coins in the seventh century BCE to the cryptocurrencies of today and the central bank digital currencies of tomorrow. Money Beyond Borders: Global Currencies from Croesus to Crypto (Princeton University Press, 2026) recounts how Greek and Roman coins became the first true international currencies. It tells how the Florentine gold florin became the "greenback of the Renaissance," and how it was succeeded by Spanish silver and a Dutch fiat currency. The book explains why the British pound dominated the international economy in the nineteenth century, why the dollar rose to the top during World War II, and why the dollar has survived predictions of the imminent loss of its preeminence since the 1970s. The long history of international currencies shows that the same factors that encourage their widespread use eventually lead to their abandonment. Money Beyond Borders makes a powerful case that the dollar is now on the downside of this cycle, and it considers who the winners and losers will be when there is flight away from the greenback. Revealing important patterns in the life cycles of international currencies over the past 2,500 years, the book offers valuable lessons and insights about how currencies rise--and why they fall. Barry Eichengreen is the George C. and Helen N. Pardee Chair and Distinguished Professor of Economics and Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. Caleb Zakarin is the CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Gem Pursuit, we tell the extraordinary story of one of history's greatest lost diamonds - the legendary Florentine. A pale yellow diamond of almost 140 carats, the Florentine passed through some of Europe's most powerful dynasties, from the Medici family to the Habsburg emperors, before disappearing in the chaos that followed the fall of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. For more than a century, its fate remained one of the great unsolved mysteries in gem history. Was it stolen, recut, or lost forever? Now, after over 100 years in the shadows, the Florentine has resurfaced - and its survival opens a new chapter in a story shaped by empire, exile, war and inheritance. In this episode, Matthew Weldon and Fenia Sigkoudi explore the stone's disputed origins, its links to the Mughal world, its place in the Habsburg treasury, and the remarkable events that led to its rediscovery. This is part three of our ongoing diamond series. If you enjoyed the episode, make sure you're subscribed wherever you listen, and if you have a moment, please rate and review the show on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. www.courtville.ie Get social with Courtville, follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok This podcast was produced for Courtville by Tape Deck

In the second part of our diamond series, we turn from science to history. After exploring how diamonds form and how they are cut in Part I, this episode follows the extraordinary journey of the diamond through human history. From the ancient riverbeds of India to the great discoveries in Brazil and South Africa, we trace how diamonds moved across continents, empires and centuries. Along the way we explore how diamond cutting evolved from simple polishing of natural crystals to increasingly sophisticated faceting techniques that transformed the stone's beauty. From the earliest point cuts and table cuts to the rose cut, old mine cut and the beginnings of the modern brilliant, each development reflects changing technology, taste and the growing desire to unlock the diamond's brilliance. This is the story of how a rare natural curiosity became one of the most important gemstones in jewellery history. In the next episode of this series, we'll turn to one of the most mysterious diamonds ever known - the legendary Florentine. If you enjoyed the episode, make sure you're subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and if you have a moment please leave us a rating or review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. www.courtville.ie Get social with Courtville, follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok This podcast was produced for Courtville by Tape Deck

Optometry historians observe 23rd February, 1305 as the day eyeglasses were perhaps first discussed in public, when friar Giordano de Rivalto stood at the pulpit and declared that he had personally met the man who invented spectacles... Except, frustratingly, he forgot to mention the bloke's name. One popular contender for the title is Salvino D'Armati, a Florentine said to have created the first glasses in 1284. The only problem? His story turned out to be a hoax—his supposed 1317 epitaph even used the word "inventor," which didn't exist yet. But the connection to the church is legit, as the earliest wearers of glasses were usually monks, because they were the nation's biggest bookworms. In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly romp through a brief history of optometry, learning how ear hooks first came to the fore; explaining how Seneca used early lenses to assist his reading; and revealing Benjamin Franklin's surprising role in the world of bifocals… Further Reading: • ‘Through the looking glass' (British Library, 2019): https://blogs.bl.uk/digitisedmanuscripts/2019/02/medieval-spectacles.html • ‘The history of spectacles' (College of Optometrists): https://www.college-optometrists.org/the-british-optical-association-museum/the-history-of-spectacles • ‘Why so many people need glasses now' (Vox, 2023): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAkFtka3UFw Love the show? Support us!  Join 

Dumas's 'Celebrated Crimes' was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language--has minced no words--to describe the violent scenes of a violent time.In some instances facts appear distorted out of their true perspective, and in others the author makes unwarranted charges. The careful, mature reader, for whom the books are intended, will recognize, and allow for, this fact. (From Publisher's Note.)The first volume comprises the annals of the Borgias and the Cenci. The name of the noted and notorious Florentine family has become a synonym for intrigue and violence, and yet the Borgias have not been without stanch defenders in history.Another famous Italian story is that of the Cenci. The beautiful Beatrice Cenci--celebrated in the painting of Guido, the sixteenth century romance of Guerrazi, and the poetic tragedy of Shelley, not to mention numerous succeeding works inspired by her hapless fate—will always remain a shadowy figure and one of infinite pathos. (From Introduction.)Translated by George Burnham Ives.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dumas's 'Celebrated Crimes' was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language--has minced no words--to describe the violent scenes of a violent time.In some instances facts appear distorted out of their true perspective, and in others the author makes unwarranted charges. The careful, mature reader, for whom the books are intended, will recognize, and allow for, this fact. (From Publisher's Note.)The first volume comprises the annals of the Borgias and the Cenci. The name of the noted and notorious Florentine family has become a synonym for intrigue and violence, and yet the Borgias have not been without stanch defenders in history.Another famous Italian story is that of the Cenci. The beautiful Beatrice Cenci--celebrated in the painting of Guido, the sixteenth century romance of Guerrazi, and the poetic tragedy of Shelley, not to mention numerous succeeding works inspired by her hapless fate—will always remain a shadowy figure and one of infinite pathos. (From Introduction.)Translated by George Burnham Ives.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dumas's 'Celebrated Crimes' was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language--has minced no words--to describe the violent scenes of a violent time.In some instances facts appear distorted out of their true perspective, and in others the author makes unwarranted charges. The careful, mature reader, for whom the books are intended, will recognize, and allow for, this fact. (From Publisher's Note.)The first volume comprises the annals of the Borgias and the Cenci. The name of the noted and notorious Florentine family has become a synonym for intrigue and violence, and yet the Borgias have not been without stanch defenders in history.Another famous Italian story is that of the Cenci. The beautiful Beatrice Cenci--celebrated in the painting of Guido, the sixteenth century romance of Guerrazi, and the poetic tragedy of Shelley, not to mention numerous succeeding works inspired by her hapless fate—will always remain a shadowy figure and one of infinite pathos. (From Introduction.)Translated by George Burnham Ives.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dumas's 'Celebrated Crimes' was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language--has minced no words--to describe the violent scenes of a violent time.In some instances facts appear distorted out of their true perspective, and in others the author makes unwarranted charges. The careful, mature reader, for whom the books are intended, will recognize, and allow for, this fact. (From Publisher's Note.)The first volume comprises the annals of the Borgias and the Cenci. The name of the noted and notorious Florentine family has become a synonym for intrigue and violence, and yet the Borgias have not been without stanch defenders in history.Another famous Italian story is that of the Cenci. The beautiful Beatrice Cenci--celebrated in the painting of Guido, the sixteenth century romance of Guerrazi, and the poetic tragedy of Shelley, not to mention numerous succeeding works inspired by her hapless fate—will always remain a shadowy figure and one of infinite pathos. (From Introduction.)Translated by George Burnham Ives.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dumas's 'Celebrated Crimes' was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language--has minced no words--to describe the violent scenes of a violent time.In some instances facts appear distorted out of their true perspective, and in others the author makes unwarranted charges. The careful, mature reader, for whom the books are intended, will recognize, and allow for, this fact. (From Publisher's Note.)The first volume comprises the annals of the Borgias and the Cenci. The name of the noted and notorious Florentine family has become a synonym for intrigue and violence, and yet the Borgias have not been without stanch defenders in history.Another famous Italian story is that of the Cenci. The beautiful Beatrice Cenci--celebrated in the painting of Guido, the sixteenth century romance of Guerrazi, and the poetic tragedy of Shelley, not to mention numerous succeeding works inspired by her hapless fate—will always remain a shadowy figure and one of infinite pathos. (From Introduction.)Translated by George Burnham Ives.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dumas's 'Celebrated Crimes' was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language--has minced no words--to describe the violent scenes of a violent time.In some instances facts appear distorted out of their true perspective, and in others the author makes unwarranted charges. The careful, mature reader, for whom the books are intended, will recognize, and allow for, this fact. (From Publisher's Note.)The first volume comprises the annals of the Borgias and the Cenci. The name of the noted and notorious Florentine family has become a synonym for intrigue and violence, and yet the Borgias have not been without stanch defenders in history.Another famous Italian story is that of the Cenci. The beautiful Beatrice Cenci--celebrated in the painting of Guido, the sixteenth century romance of Guerrazi, and the poetic tragedy of Shelley, not to mention numerous succeeding works inspired by her hapless fate—will always remain a shadowy figure and one of infinite pathos. (From Introduction.)Translated by George Burnham Ives.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dumas's 'Celebrated Crimes' was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language--has minced no words--to describe the violent scenes of a violent time.In some instances facts appear distorted out of their true perspective, and in others the author makes unwarranted charges. The careful, mature reader, for whom the books are intended, will recognize, and allow for, this fact. (From Publisher's Note.)The first volume comprises the annals of the Borgias and the Cenci. The name of the noted and notorious Florentine family has become a synonym for intrigue and violence, and yet the Borgias have not been without stanch defenders in history.Another famous Italian story is that of the Cenci. The beautiful Beatrice Cenci--celebrated in the painting of Guido, the sixteenth century romance of Guerrazi, and the poetic tragedy of Shelley, not to mention numerous succeeding works inspired by her hapless fate—will always remain a shadowy figure and one of infinite pathos. (From Introduction.)Translated by George Burnham Ives.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We will be continuing our reading and analysis of Machiavelli's "The Prince" by diving into his thoughts on how to maintain the loyalty of conquered nations. Machiavelli puts critical emphasis on how to properly occupy and subdue territories depending on how they were previously governed. The Florentine diplomat also stresses the need for conquerors to control their own arms, which leads to a more interesting exploration on the nature of divine intervention.   Follow on: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-auron-macintyre-show/id1657770114 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3S6z4LBs8Fi7COupy7YYuM?si=4d9662cb34d148af Substack: https://auronmacintyre.substack.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuronMacintyre Gab: https://gab.com/AuronMacIntyre YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/AuronMacIntyre Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-390155 Odysee: https://odysee.com/@AuronMacIntyre:f Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auronmacintyre/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Astronomer Philip Plait — who fell in love with Saturn after first viewing the gas giant, with its mesmerizing rings and moons, through a telescope as a child — shares some of the amazing discoveries we've made about the planet in recent years. Then actor Martin Sheen describes how his travels in the developing world have opened his eyes, and his heart, to the needs of others. And a Florence-based tour guide and culinary expert lets us in on where to find the best food in her adopted home. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

The Medici are remembered as enlightened patrons of art—the family behind Michelangelo, Botticelli, and the Renaissance itself.That version of history is incomplete.In this episode of Hidden Forces in History, we strip away the marble and mythology to examine Medici family as they actually were: a private banking dynasty that embedded itself inside moral authority, captured a republic without abolishing it, and rewrote its legacy through art, architecture, and storytelling.We follow the money—from Florentine ledgers to the Vatican—showing how the Medici:• Plugged into Church finance to gain leverage across Europe• Used patronage as a form of long-term propaganda• Helped trigger the Reformation through indulgence financing• Lost their bank—but preserved their legendThis isn't just a Renaissance story.It's a repeatable playbook—one still used by modern elites, foundations, and institutions today.Same system.Different century.

Orli Shaham joins us from Minnesota Public Radio in the Twin Cities, a place bursting with talented young artists, including a teen from a long line of Florentine musicians performing Ravel, a quartet who bonded in a forest, and a multifaceted cellist whose interests range from tennis to quantum computing.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Send us a textIn this thoughtful and deeply human conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Sharon Florentine, Editorial Director at CyberRisk Alliance, to explore the intersection of creativity, leadership, community, and the ever-changing MSP landscape. Sharon shares her roots as a rhythm guitarist, her love of knitting, and the creative habits that keep her grounded before diving into the bigger questions facing today's MSPs.Sharon breaks down the three biggest challenges MSPs face—security, human capital, and sustainable growth—and explains how media, community, and honest storytelling can help leaders navigate them. She discusses how CyberRisk Alliance supports MSPs with trusted reporting, events, education, and authentic industry insight.The conversation also explores the evolution of publishing, the role of AI in editing, the importance of company values, and the subtle but powerful impact of workplace culture. Sharon also opens up about her personal journey quitting smoking and how consistency, clarity, and self-awareness shape both personal and professional success.This episode blends heart, humor, and hard-won wisdom—perfect for anyone building a business, a team, or a better version of themselves.

INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Sad Panda Coffee Stout from Horse & Dragon Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Denver, attending Thursday Night Football and hanging out with comedian friends.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (18:12): Kathleen shares news announcing that Jelly Roll had issues at the Louis Vuitton store in Sydney, and Chappell Roan inducted Cyndi Lauper into the Rock Hall,    TASTING MENU (2:12): Kathleen samples Trader Joe's Garlic Butter Irish Chips, Lay's Cajun Kettle Chips, and Spicy Dill Pickle Chips.    UPDATES (22:10): Kathleen shares updates on more security issues at The Louvre, Meghan Markle is returning to acting, and a report discloses that Prince Andrew brought prostitutes to Windsor while the Queen was in residence.     HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (27:14): Kathleen reveals that the 137-carat Florentine diamond that hasn't been seen in public since 1919 has been found in a Canadian bank.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (34:25): Kathleen shares articles on a Waymo taxi running over a celebrity cat, Toys R Us is returning in time for Christmas, Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon buys rounds for fans in Germany, researchers link personal sleep needs with a genetic mutation,