Podcasts about Foxfire

“If women remember that once upon a time we sang with the tongues of seals and flew with the wings of swans, that we forged our own paths through the dark forest while creating a community of its many inhabitants, then we will rise up rooted, like trees.”from IF WOMEN ROSE ROOTED, by Sharon Blackie (2016)Hi Folks,I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and today brings peace and relaxation. I am delighted to bring you a podcast episode with Dr Sharon Blackie.I met Sharon at Alnwick Story Fest (tickets for next year here) and it was a true delight to hear her speak on stage. Her work commands attention of women (and men) all over the world brings us home to story and the importance of archetypes in society.We talk about the writing life, Substack, Substack notes, managing a large community and boundaries. I hope you enjoy! “Stories are the stars we navigate by; their lessons are deep and rich. Anywhere, there may be a door to another world: learn to look for it. Always leave a trail of breadcrumbs to find your way out of the dark wood. Don't maim yourself trying to fit into the glass slipper which was made for someone else. Gold is never a good goal. Never take your skin off and leave it unattended.”✨Dr. Sharon Blackie is an award-winning and internationally bestselling author, a former neuroscientist and a psychologist with a background in mythology and folklore. Her highly acclaimed books, lectures and teaching programs are focused on the mythic imagination, and the relevance of myth and folklore to the personal, spiritual, cultural and environmental issues we face today.Sharon is best known for her groundbreaking work in reimagining women's stories. As well as writing seven books of fiction and nonfiction, including the bestselling classic If Women Rose Rooted, her writing has appeared in anthologies, collections and in several international media outlets – among them the Guardian, the Irish Times, the i and the Scotsman. Her books have been translated into several languages. She has featured in several programs from the BBC, US public radio and independent filmmakers. Her awards include the Society of Authors' Roger Deakin Award and a Creative Scotland Writer's Award. Her next book, Ripening: Why Women Need Fairy Tales Now, will be published by September at Duckworth Books in May 2026.Sharon's books about women in British, Irish and European myth and folkloreIf Women Rose Rooted. September (2016)Foxfire, Wolfskin and other stories of shapeshifting women. September (2019)Hagitude: Reimagining the Second Half of Life. September (2022)Wise Women: Myths and Stories for Midlife and Beyond. Virago (2024)Ripening: Why Women Need Fairy Tales Now. Forthcoming from September/ Duckworth in May 2026.If you're new to Sharon's work - this is a great place to start…https://sharonblackie.substack.com/p/reclaiming-womens-stories Ai SummaryPodcast Summary: Sharon Blackie on Writing and SubstackThis is a conversation between Claire Venus (host of “Sparkle on Substack”) and Sharon Blackie, a psychologist and writer who specializes in mythology, folklore, and women's stories.Key Points About Sharon's WorkBackground & Writing Focus:* Psychologist with academic background in folklore and mythology* Published first novel in 2008; seventh book “Ripening: Why Women Need Fairy Tales Now” coming May 2026* Explores women's stories from British and Irish traditions, showing how ancient tales help navigate modern challenges* First in her family to attend university, from working-class background in HartlepoolJourney to Writing:* Didn't write her first novel until age 40* Transformative experience: learned to fly at late 30s to overcome fear, which gave her the story she needed to tell* Emphasizes writing must come from genuine necessity, not just wanting to be “a writer”Substack ExperiencePlatform Evolution (joined May 2022):* Migrated from blogging (which felt unrewarding) when Substack offered better discoverability* Brought 20,000-subscriber mailing list; now has 57,000+ free subscribers and 1,000+ paid* Initially loved Notes for connecting with other writers, but feels it's become too social-media-like* Values Substack primarily as a showcase for quality writing rather than community-buildingApproach & Boundaries:* Writes weekly for paid subscribers (£70/year)* Runs monthly Zoom gatherings to discuss stories* Doesn't use Chat feature—hasn't worked for her community* Has friend handle simple admin queries for protection* Clear boundaries: engages fully when invited (comments, Zooms) but doesn't respond to personal emails requesting adviceWriting Practice:* Wakes at 4:15 AM; only writes in mornings* Takes about a year to write a book, often cramming in final six months* Finds Substack articles easier than book-writing—2,000 coherent words vs. 80,000* Varies content: sometimes essays, sometimes just sharing thoughts and questionsAdvice for Writers* Build a body of work first before promoting heavily—have quality content ready when people discover you* Write from passion and necessity, not market trends* Listen to your body about boundaries—protect yourself from overwhelm* Focus on what you uniquely offer rather than finding completely new topics* Be proud of your background—Sharon now celebrates her working-class roots after years of masking themThe conversation emphasizes sustainable creative practice, the importance of boundaries, and writing from genuine passion rather than external pressure. 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This week, Vanessa shares some of the books she hopes to catch up on during her end-of-year reading sprint. Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a ook. Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news. We've got the chops to match the book lover in your life with their next favorite read. And it only takes a few clicks to gift Tailored Book Recommendations! Simply head to mytbr.co/gift to get started. Books Discussed: Mona's Eyes by Thomas Schlesser, Hildegarde Serle (translator) History Lessons by Zoe B. Wallbrook What the River Knows by Isabel Ibañez Verity Vox and the Curse of Foxfire by Don Martin Witches of Honeysuckle House by Liz Parker This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Vanessa and Danika discuss some of December's new releases, and Liberty and Vanessa's favorite books of 2025. Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a beat book. Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news. Keep track of new releases with Book Riot's New Release Index, now included with an All Access membership. Click here to get started today! Books Discussed On the Show: The Curse of the Cole Women by Marielle Thompson There's Always Next Year by George M. Johnson and Leah Johnson The Jaguars Roar by Micheliny Verunschk, Juliana Barbassa (translator) Every Day I Read: 53 Ways to Get Closer to Books by Hwang Bo-reum and Shanna Tan Scarlet Morning by N.D. Stevenson The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett Angel Down by Daniel Kraus Old Soul by Susan Barker The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia The Wilderness by Angela Flournoy The Macabre by Kosoko Jackson Queer Enlightenments by Dr. Anthony Delaney All the (More!) Books! December 5, 2025 What We're Reading: Joy to the Girls by Alyson Derrick and Rachael Lippincott Mona's Eyes by Thomas Schlessler History Lessons by Zoe B. Wallbrook Verity Vox and the Curse of Foxfire by Don Martin This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Across the South, the word witch has been used to explain what people fear and cannot control. For generations, healers, midwives, conjurers and root workers carried knowledge their communities needed, yet often faced suspicion when tragedy struck. In this episode of Southern Mysteries, we explore the real lives and southern legends behind those branded as witches. From colonial courts to mountain cabins and coastal swamps, these stories reveal how the line between healing and haunting has always been thin and how fear can turn ordinary people into figures of folklore. Join the Community on Patreon: Want more Southern Mysteries? You can hear the Southern Mysteries show archive of 60+ episodes along with Patron exclusive podcast, Audacious: Tales of American Crime and more when you become a patron of the show. You can immediately access exclusive content now at patreon.com/southernmysteries

In this episode Steve laments the loss of an old friend, a monthly visitor to which he contributed a fairly large portion of his working career, a friend whose blank pages Steve turned, each month, into essays, exposes and bites of entertainment for thousands of hound-hungry subscribers over a nearly fifty-year history.  UKC announced recently that it will no longer publish their house organ Coonhound Bloodlines after the first of the year.The episode also contains a White River Refuge 2025 preview, a letter from old friend Bubba Back Home, a report on Ghost the wonder dog and a congratulatory message to the brand new UKC World Champions.  The episode concludes with a tutorial on coon skinning for those wishing to take a Foxfire-type approach to coon hunting the way Deddy did it.We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  www.dusupply.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode Steve laments the loss of an old friend, a monthly visitor to which he contributed a fairly large portion of his working career, a friend whose blank pages Steve turned, each month, into essays, exposes and bites of entertainment for thousands of hound-hungry subscribers over a nearly fifty-year history.  UKC announced recently that it will no longer publish their house organ Coonhound Bloodlines after the first of the year.The episode also contains a White River Refuge 2025 preview, a letter from old friend Bubba Back Home, a report on Ghost the wonder dog and a congratulatory message to the brand new UKC World Champions.  The episode concludes with a tutorial on coon skinning for those wishing to take a Foxfire-type approach to coon hunting the way Deddy did it.We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  www.dusupply.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode Steve laments the loss of an old friend, a monthly visitor to which he contributed a fairly large portion of his working career, a friend whose blank pages Steve turned, each month, into essays, exposes and bites of entertainment for thousands of hound-hungry subscribers over a nearly fifty-year history.  UKC announced recently that it will no longer publish their house organ Coonhound Bloodlines after the first of the year. The episode also contains a White River Refuge 2025 preview, a letter from old friend Bubba Back Home, a report on Ghost the wonder dog and a congratulatory message to the brand new UKC World Champions.  The episode concludes with a tutorial on coon skinning for those wishing to take a Foxfire-type approach to coon hunting the way Deddy did it. We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Steve laments the loss of an old friend, a monthly visitor to which he contributed a fairly large portion of his working career, a friend whose blank pages Steve turned, each month, into essays, exposes and bites of entertainment for thousands of hound-hungry subscribers over a nearly fifty-year history.  UKC announced recently that it will no longer publish their house organ Coonhound Bloodlines after the first of the year.The episode also contains a White River Refuge 2025 preview, a letter from old friend Bubba Back Home, a report on Ghost the wonder dog and a congratulatory message to the brand new UKC World Champions.  The episode concludes with a tutorial on coon skinning for those wishing to take a Foxfire-type approach to coon hunting the way Deddy did it. We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. www.dusupply.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts

Welcome to the Hate Watch/Great Watch Podcast's 2nd annual Vamp-tober! Somebody told me you had a boyfriend who looked like the girlfriend I had in February of last century, and we're joined by the Salami Mommy, Tina Dillon to discuss aging, David Bowie, alphas & betas, and play a round of Porno or Pacino! Plus: Pepperhogs! Somebody better check on Bela Lugosi, it's The Hunger (1983)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 13 - Lifeforce (1985)Ep. 22 - Only Lovers Left Alive (2013)Ep. 149 - Shadow of the Vampire (2000)Ep. 5 - The Apple (1980)Ep. 44 - Hubie Halloween (2020)Ep. 64 - The Addams Family (1991)Ep. 65 - The Dragon Lives Again (1977)Ep. 69 - Flesh Gordon (1974)Ep. 40 - Foxfire (1996)Ep. 108 - Deep Water (2022)Links: • HWGW Vamp-tober Playlist on spotify • Hunter's Oct. 2025 Watchlist on MovieJawn • Bauhaus - Bela Lugosi's Dead on youtube Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

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Episode 191. This week Beth and Jayme are embrace the changing seasons and diving into their love for all things fall. On this episode >> pickleball >> soup >> applesMentions:Circle of Friends (1995)Foxfire (1996)The Lost Boys (1987)__________Join the Geriatric Millennials Community! Instagram: @thegeriatricmillennialsFacebook: facebook.com/TheGeriatricMillennialsTheme music by The Finley Ghost__________Connect with Beth:Instagram: @eransofarInstagram: @paperwhale_paper whale: www.paperwhale.comConnect with Jayme:Instagram: @justenjoyjaymeFacebook: facebook.com/jayme.jones.75__________Beth and Jayme are long time friends and geriatric millennials. Relish in their unique perspectives as you workout, commute, fold laundry, or just need a break from the reality of this timeline! Listen in as they tell stories, discuss every topic under the sun, and just enjoy being in conversation with a friend. Designed to be the soundtrack for the mundane.

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African Enterprise is a Christian organization that has been working in Africa for nearly 60 years, with a focus on evangelism, youth empowerment, and community development. Today on The Evangelism Podcast, Zweli Sokhela, an evangelist from South Africa, shared his personal testimony of how he came to know Jesus and became involved with African Enterprise's Foxfire program, which trains and empowers young people to share the gospel through various creative means such as music, drama, and storytelling.

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

I had looked forward to this episode and my conversation with Zachary Green, and I was not disappointed. Zachary Green is US Marine veteran, a former firefighter, and a successful entrepreneur. Zachary founded his first company out of the trunk of his car and scaled it to over $30 million. He was recognized as the Ohio Chamber Entrepreneur of the Year and a White House-selected delegate to the Global Entrepreneurship Conference. Zachary is also an internationally best-selling author. His book Warrior Entrepreneur - Lessons from the Battlefield to the Boardroom is compelling. The book covers his deployment in the Marines and his work as a firefighter. Zachary also shares his near-death experience from complications due to COVID. It details his invention, Foxfire®, which illuminates firefighting equipment, jackets, and helmets, making them visible in dangerous, smoke-filled environments, and Lumaware (https://lumawaresafety.com/), for commercial safety applications. In this episode, we talk about the warrior mindset and "grit" which is Zachary's term for the indomitable spirit, never giving up, never giving in. It's the drive that kept him alive, kept him running into burning buildings, and pulled him through his darkest hours. You can learn more about Zachary on his website: https://www.zacharylgreen.com/. To find out more about Warrior Enterprises, check out the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/WarriorEnterprisesLLC/. You can also connect with Zachary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacharylgreen/. Finally, you can call or send a text to Zachary at 513-235-6383. I highly recommend his book Warrior Entrepreneur, available at Amazon, and anywhere great books are sold. ******************************************** Want to learn how to attract, hire, and retain top-tier employees? Interested in learning how to scale your business to increase revenue and profit while working less? Then join my Business Success Mastermind group. A new cohort is starting. Now accepting applications: https://ib4e-coaching.com/mastermind ******************************************** Please support this podcast: https://ib4e-coaching.com/podinfo #leadership #leadershipcoaching #marine #warriorentreprenuer #business #success #foxfire #zacharylgreen #lumaware #ib4ecoaching ******************************************** If you like this podcast, consider supporting the effort. Every little bit helps. Thanks.

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Dan Wells Ph.D. is a scholar of American religious history, consulting faculty at Duke Divinity School, Methodist pastor, and hunter outdoorsman in Muskingum County, Ohio.  On this episode focused on the Christian God & wild snake handling churches of Appalachia, we begin with a haunting story about Dan's ancestors' old home-place. Back-&-forth we share experiences about our Christian upbringings, early skepticisms on the likes of hypocrisy and the problem of evil, followed by Dan's religious calling as an intellectual pursuit. From there we're into the serpents with Dan describing his first-hand experiences at a Kentucky snake church, diving into the history, beliefs, deaths and legal restrictions of these serpent handling practitioners opening conversations about martyrdom & sainthood, the Hopi snake dance, Biblical snake symbolism, and rattlesnake catch-&-release hunting. From there we bring together Christianity and reverence for nature through the teachings of the early desert fathers and mystics. We end on dreams and an allegorical hunting story about God's fatherly protection over his spiritual children.Reading from Foxfire 7: "The People Who Take Up Serpents" by Elliot WiggintonLearn more about Dan at DrDanWells.comSupport Our Numinous Nature on Patreon.Follow Our Numinous Nature & my naturalist illustrations on InstagramCheck out my shop of shirts, prints, and books featuring my artContact: herbaceoushuman@gmail.com

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

CW: Direct violence, decay and death, talk of injury and pain, Dismemberment, Exploitation of poverty, fire noises, Depictions of refugees and unhoused people, medial descriptions, medical scarcity, gun violence, sudden loud noises, rot, mild drug use, intense pain, discussion of blood, discussion of death, aggressive, repeated sounds, depictions of poverty BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/roomwherepod.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/uTxewBrkA5 Website: https://roomwherepod.com/ Patreon: https://roomwherepod.cash

In this installment, after the team opens with a discussion about new legislation in California that seeks to make Bigfoot the official state cryptid, we are joined by researcher Jeff Carpenter, who discusses his experiences covering more than 20 years of research into the Sasquatch (Bigfoot) legend as well as local history/legends from the WNC mountains. Jeff grew up learning outdoor craft of hunting and tracking from his father, Earvin Carpenter. He is a descendant of some of the earliest settlers of the Western North Carolina mountains, including his grandfather, Harley Carpenter who was one of the first mountain people written about in the well-known Foxfire book series on Appalachian Mountain Living. Jeff is currently a Field Investigator for the Bigfoot Research Organization which interviews witness reports as well as documenting them for further study.  He is also a member of the East Coast Expeditions Group, Kentucky Bigfoot Organization and the Co-Founder of the Appalachian Sasquatch Research Project.  Jeff has presented his research findings during presentations he has given in North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky and Ohio, as well as being a guest speaker on numerous podcasts.  He made an appearance in the Small Town Monsters documentary movie titled “ On the Trail of Bigfoot: The Ancients”, which can be seen on YouTube and Amazon Prime, as well as other streaming channels. Jeff is the former Director of the Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department where heworked for 32 years and is now retired.  He is a graduate of Western Carolina University and still resides in Sylva. Stories and other links discussed in this episode:  Albert Ostman's story of being kidnapped by Sasquatch Follow Sasquatch Tracks on Twitter. Got a news tip or story to share? Send us an Email. Have you seen an animal you can't identify? Submit a report here.

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Caine chases after Su-jin, flying back down the road that leads to one place: Metropolis West. It's time to come home — and time to leave another one behind. Featuring a split in the team, a way to keep doors shut, and a familiar voice. Trigger warnings: Reference to drugging, violence, emotional manipulation, yelling, discussion of family issues/money issues, brief mention of kidnapping, discussion of medical issues (recovery from S2 injuries), discussion of politics and war, implied spying/panopticon. Find us on our website at undertheelectricstars.com! Transcripts are available on our website. Follow us on social media! 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In our last episode of the year, we:— Go through more wild Foxfire home remedies — Discuss why Rich Rodriguez is like JD Vance— Talk about what's happening in Syria— Big John explains his beef with Ponderosa Dr. Spalding's organization https://www.equalchanceforeducation.org/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, for as little as $5/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Subscribe to our Youtube channel! http://www.youtube.com/appodlachiaThe views and opinions expressed on this show are the personal opinions of the hosts, Chuck Corra and Big John Isner, and do not represent the opinions of either of their employers. This show is an opinion and commentary show, NOT a news show. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Send us a textSend us a textBest of the Left: Progressive Politics, News, Culture.Expertly-curated by humans, not algorithms or AI, since 2006. 1000s of 5⭐️ reviews!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

We had a fantastic conversation with Madison aka xgigglypuff about how she went from Appalachia to graduating from Harvard University, working as a software engineer, content creation, video games, education attainment, and more!AND we run through the wildest Foxfire home remediesMadison's links: http://linktr.ee/xgigglypuffMadison's Twitch:   / xgigglypuff  We made a Twitch a day ago:   / appodlachia  Check out our substack! https://appodlachia.substack.com/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, for as little as $5/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Check out our fantastic sponsors!Red Rooster Coffee! Use our promo code “DOLLY” for free shipping!https://www.redroostercoffee.com/CBD and THC gummies & more: (use code “BANJO” for 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/Support the show

Since 1967, Foxfire has been a storehouse of traditional Appalachian knowledge that still helps people today.It continues to preserve music and history, but part of Foxfire's heritage has been recording the stories of Appalachian women. This week, Inside Appalachia explores Foxfire – its past, present and future.

The Matt Gaetz meltdown begins! PLUS, Victory for 2A lovers! Shaun talks to Luis Valdes, FL State Director for Gun Owners of America, about GOA securing a permanent victory in Illinois through a federal judge blocking the AR-15 and 30+ round magazine ban!   Chuck Barham challenges diners to join the Rebel Diners TOMORROW at Old Republic in Elgin, FoxFire in Geneva, and Rookie's in St. Charles to send a message that we do not cower to Democratic cancel culture! And Don Brown, former JAG Officer and author of the new book Kangaroo Court: How Dirty Prosecutors and Sleazy Lawyers Destroy Political Opponents, Attack Free Speech, and Subvert the Constitution, talks to Shaun about the left's use of political prosecution through 'conspiracy' charges and the need to fight back against the rogue prosecutors who attack our Constitution.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Barham challenges diners to join the Rebel Diners TOMORROW 11/14 at Old Republic in Elgin, FoxFire in Geneva, and Rookie's in St. Charles to send a message that we do not cower to Democratic cancel culture!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  0:00 - BLM Brandon on Trump election   10:46 - Pete Hegseth   30:06 - Left media viewership crashing   52:34 - Richard Goldberg, former National Security Council official and U.S. Senate aide and currently a senior adviser at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, calls the appointment of Mike Huckabee as Ambassador to Israel a "Home Run" as are the rest of Trump's cabinet appointments so far. Follow Rich on X @rich_goldberg   01:08:00 - Former First Assistant State's Attorney of Cook County and former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, Bob Milan, has a lot to say about crime & punishment in Chicago as he urges everyone to step up and support our police officers    01:27:16 - Noted economist Stephen Moore predicts the election of Trump will push the globe towards free markets and away from socialism. Check out Steve's new book  The Trump Economic Miracle: And the Plan to Unleash Prosperity Again – co authored with Art Laffer   01:42:20 - FEMA worker fired for refusing aid to home with Trump signs 01:52:26 - Sports & Politics: Lions K Jack Bates after game-winning FG in Houston 01:55:47 - Chef and Owner of FoxFire and Copper Fox, K.C. Gulbro, says he was shocked to find his businesses targeted by the   "Fox Valley Activists" For more info on FoxFire & Copper Fox in Geneva, IL visit  foxfiregeneva.com copper-fox.com.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Eliza Clark, the Co-Founder of Foxfire Mountain House and The Lost Fox Inn, two remarkable boutique hotels in New York and Connecticut.  Eliza is an inspiring storyteller turned hospitality entrepreneur who grew up outside of Toronto. From her beginnings as a novelist and TV director for HGTV, to co-founding two breathtaking inn Eliza's journey is all about crafting immersive experiences that bring people together. The story of Eliza's journey into hospitality entrepreneurship is really a love story — after a hard divorce, she met now-husband Tim, an executive American chef.  It was their romance that ultimately inspired Eliza to take a leap from television to hospitality.  Together, they've created boutique properties that seamlessly blend history, design, and unforgettable food and beverage experiences. Their hotels aren't just places to stay; they're curated environments built with heart, imagination, and a whole lot of hard work. Tune in to hear: How Eliza's storytelling background influences every aspect of her properties The challenges and joys of running a hospitality business as a family The creative process behind transforming a bioluminescent fungus into a brand story (you won't want to miss this one!) Lessons from balancing beautifully designed spaces with Tim's world-class food and beverage programs Why Eliza believes boutique hospitality is about offering personalized, “indie” travel experiences And so much more Alright, friends, without further ado, let's jump in with Eliza Clark. Book a Stay at Lost Fox Inn Book a Stay at Foxfire Mountain House Follow Lost Fox on Instagram Follow Byrd Studio on Instagram  This episode is brought to you by our friends at Hostfully.  Upselling sounds great in theory, but how do you actually do it? How do you know what to offer, and how do you make it seamless for your guests? Well, that's where Hostfully's latest eBook comes into play. This isn't just another generic guide; it's a goldmine of insights drawn from real transaction data collected from June 2023 to June 2024. We're talking about the most popular upsells that guests actually buy — from early check-ins to premium amenity access — and how these can significantly enhance your bottom line. But here's the best part: this eBook doesn't just leave you with data; it gives you practical advice and checklists to help you start implementing these upsells right away. Whether you're just getting started with a simple upsell or looking to expand your offerings, Hostfully has you covered. About the Show Behind the Stays is brought to you by StayWatch — the internet's best resource for deals on Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com. You can subscribe, for free, at www.staywatch.ai Behind the Stays is hosted by Zach Busekrus, Co-founder of StayWatch, you can connect with him on Twitter at @zboozee or on LinkedIn.