Podcasts about Friendship

Super sweet talk with Anders Beck! Say it with an 'ah-nders' not 'and-ers'. Anders tells us jis whole musical/drug/alcohol story! Nothing left out - including the crazy intervention and playing with phil lesh! May he rest in peace! PLUS sick email from Montana in prison! (thanks Nicole!) An amazing dildo filled voicemail from Daniel G! A nice mention from Steve from New Hampshire and so much more more more!PLUS Ander's beautiful song 'Born Again' performed by Greensky Bluegrass, Anders' bonus dobro playing, Damon's 'Dopey World' and Jake from West Virginia's classic version of 'Good So Bad'ALL THAT and more, more, more on this brand new episode of that good old Dopey Show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Marseille Manager Roberto De Zerbi speaks with Guillem Balague about the evolution in football, fans expectations and his friendship with Pep Guardiola. They discuss his relationship with Marseille fans, why he chose them when he could've gone to a bigger club, and how they can reach the same level as PSG. Timecodes: 0'30 - Does he feel the responsibility to win at Marseille? 1'30 - His relationship with the owner and the importance of his relationship with the fans 2'50 - Fans expectations have increased due to social media 3'30 - Other managers shocked when he went to Marseille 4'30 - How De Zerbi told players he tore up Man Utd contract to join Marseille and knew he wanted the job when he came to Velodrome with Brighton season before 5'40 - How he could've gone to bigger club but is improving himself at Marseille 7'11 - His relationship with special friend Pep Guardiola, how he helped him at Brighton, and how they gain from each other. 10'00 - Pep shared data with De Zerbi from his video analysist 10'20 - How would he describe his evolution and how football has changed recently 14'30 - Working with big players and allowing them to share their opinion, and how he improves from players 17'00 - is it harder for English player to enter his way of thinking into De Zerbi style of play 18'00 - His style of football reflects his life and how he is one three managers that understands the evolution of football 20'00 - What does he have to do to get Marseille closer to PSG?

Ep. 132- Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Finding the right words in a conflict | Friendship advice for kidsParents, check out my online workshops for kids at workshops.eileenkennedymoore.com.FREE quiz: Is Your Child a Good Friend? https://eileenkennedymoore.ck.page/e37dcc098fWould YOUR KID like to be featured on the podcast?SUBMIT A QUESTION TO DR. FRIENDTASTIC at https://DrFriendtastic.com/submit (Obviously, this is not psychotherapy, and it's not for emergency situations.)For an easy-to-read TRANSCRIPT, go to: https://DrFriendtastic.com/podcast/Like the podcast? Check out my books at https://EileenKennedyMoore.com.Subscribe to my NEWSLETTER, https://DrFriendtastic.substack.com, to get podcast episodes sent to your email plus articles for parents.*** DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:- Think of a recent conflict you had with a friend. What happened? How did you deal with it? Is there something you would like to do differently next time?- What are some reasons why a friend might not want to talk about a problem?- What does the statement “We can't force someone to be friends with us” mean? - Why is saying or implying, “I'm good; you're bad” not a helpful way to deal with conflict? What could you do instead?*** You might also like these podcast episodes:Ep. 1 - Friendship ends over small thing (Naomi, Age 7) https://drfriendtastic.substack.com/p/kids-ask-dr-friendtastic-ep-1 Ep. 129 - Kindest way to break up with a friend (Audrey, Age 9) https://drfriendtastic.substack.com/p/ep129-kindest-way-to-break-up-with-a-friend-audrey-age-9 Ep. 73 - Best friend suddenly stops playing with him (J.J., Age 11) https://drfriendtastic.substack.com/p/ep73-jj-age-11-best-friend-stops-playing-with-him Get full access to Dr. Friendtastic for Parents at drfriendtastic.substack.com/subscribe

You deserve supportive friends. These positive nightly affirmations help you recognize your value in friendships, encouraging you to set healthy boundaries and attract people who uplift you. Unwind now with our positive sleep affirmations podcast. Our soothing affirmations relax the mind and prepare the body for rest. Hit play, and drift into Good Sleep... Listen to more positive sleep affirmations by subscribing to the audio podcast in your favorite podcast app:  Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-sleep-positive-affirmations/id1704608129⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3OuJvYoprqh7nPK44ZsdKE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And start your morning with Optimal Living Daily! Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optimal-living-daily-mental-health-motivation/id1067688314⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1hygb4nGhNhlLn4pBnN00j?si=ca60dcfd758b44b4⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You deserve supportive friends. These positive nightly affirmations help you recognize your value in friendships, encouraging you to set healthy boundaries and attract people who uplift you. Unwind now with our positive sleep affirmations podcast. Our soothing affirmations relax the mind and prepare the body for rest. Hit play, and drift into Good Sleep... Listen to more positive sleep affirmations by subscribing to the audio podcast in your favorite podcast app:  Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-sleep-positive-affirmations/id1704608129⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3OuJvYoprqh7nPK44ZsdKE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And start your morning with Optimal Living Daily! Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optimal-living-daily-mental-health-motivation/id1067688314⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1hygb4nGhNhlLn4pBnN00j?si=ca60dcfd758b44b4⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered about the significance of friendship in your life? Join Daniel Bennett as he explores powerful biblical friendships that elevate our understanding of loyalty, support, and mutual respect.

What happens when autistic and neurodivergent adults lose built-in social supports but still need connection? In this episode, Stacy talks with Jamie Pastranao and Brittany Moser, co-founders of the app synchrony, about loneliness, rejection sensitivity, and why community, not dating, is the missing piece for neurodivergent adults. Inspired by Love on the Spectrum, they explore how repeated rejection reshapes confidence, what research shows about neurodivergent connection, and whether technology can help rebuild trust and belonging. A thoughtful conversation about adulthood, identity, and why everyone deserves a place to belong. 00:09 | Why community matters for neurodivergent adults 02:28 | Aging out of supports and the adult autism gap 04:54 | From parenting questions to building Synchrony 06:54 | Love on the Spectrum and visible belonging 10:00 | Rejection sensitivity and fear of social risk 16:52 | “The risk isn't worth the reward” 20:00 | Friendship-first design, common interests, and safety 29:20 | Community, health, and redefining success Find Synchrony: joinsynchrony.com instagram.com/joinsynchrony tiktok.com/@synchrony33 facebook.com/joinsynchrony Find Stacy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠realeverything.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/realstacytoth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠missionmakersart.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠missionalchemists.com⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WE've said for years that we think friendship needs to be the basis of any power exchange but certainly a long-term relationship. This week we're talking about why it matters and how to build... The post Friendship in Long Term Power Exchange appeared first on Loving BDSM.

As Victoria Beckham faces a painful family crisis, her former bandmates are quietly backing her, sparking reunion rumors. Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz show unity in their first public outing since the explosive feud, while Chris Noth opens up about the end of his decades-long friendship with Sarah Jessica Parker, calling it “hurtful” and irrevocable. Rob’s latest exclusives and insider reporting can be found at robshuter.substack.com His forthcoming novel, It Started With A Whisper, is now available for pre-order See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: When Snow Falls: A Café, Friendship, and Finding Strength Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-01-23-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De sneeuw viel zachtjes buiten de grote ramen van het café.En: The snow was gently falling outside the large windows of the café.Nl: Binnen was het warm en gezellig.En: Inside, it was warm and cozy.Nl: Grote lampen hingen aan het plafond en gaven een warm licht.En: Large lamps hung from the ceiling and emitted a warm light.Nl: "De Rustige Gracht" heette het café, gelegen aan een van de vele schilderachtige grachten van Amsterdam.En: The café was called "De Rustige Gracht," situated along one of the many picturesque canals of Amsterdam.Nl: Jazzmuziek klonk zachtjes uit de speakers, waardoor er een ontspannen sfeer ontstond.En: Jazz music played softly from the speakers, creating a relaxed atmosphere.Nl: Aan een tafeltje bij het raam zaten Bram, Liselotte en Sander.En: At a table by the window sat Bram, Liselotte, and Sander.Nl: Bram, een jonge kunstenaar, keek vaak naar buiten.En: Bram, a young artist, often looked outside.Nl: De wereld buiten leek hem meer te interesseren dan het gesprek aan tafel.En: The world beyond seemed to interest him more than the conversation at the table.Nl: Hij had niet veel zin om te praten over zijn recente operatie, een appendectomie.En: He wasn't keen on discussing his recent surgery, an appendectomy.Nl: Hij wilde vooral nadenken over zijn nieuwe serie schilderijen.En: He especially wanted to think about his new series of paintings.Nl: Een grote tentoonstelling stond voor de deur, en Bram wilde dat alles perfect was.En: A major exhibition was approaching, and Bram wanted everything to be perfect.Nl: "Bram, heb je de dokter al gebeld voor je controle?"En: "Bram, have you called the doctor for your check-up yet?"Nl: vroeg Liselotte bezorgd.En: asked Liselotte worriedly.Nl: Haar groene ogen stonden ernstig.En: Her green eyes looked serious.Nl: Ze was Brams goede vriendin en maakte zich zorgen om hem.En: She was Bram's close friend and was concerned about him.Nl: "Nee, nog niet," antwoordde Bram nonchalant.En: "No, not yet," Bram replied nonchalantly.Nl: "Ik voel me prima.En: "I feel fine.Nl: Er is geen haast."En: There's no rush."Nl: Hij wilde zich niet bezig houden met artsen en ziekenhuizen.En: He didn't want to deal with doctors and hospitals.Nl: Hij wilde creatief zijn, schilderen en zijn werk afmaken zonder verstoring.En: He wanted to be creative, to paint, and to finish his work without disruption.Nl: "Je moet echt gaan," drong Liselotte aan.En: "You really need to go," Liselotte insisted.Nl: "Je gezondheid is belangrijk."En: "Your health is important."Nl: Sander, die naast hen zat, keek even op van zijn koffie.En: Sander, sitting next to them, glanced up from his coffee.Nl: Hij wilde zich er niet te veel mee bemoeien.En: He didn't want to interfere too much.Nl: Het was lastig om tussen twee vrienden in te staan.En: It was difficult being caught between two friends.Nl: Plotseling voelde Bram een scherpe pijn in zijn buik.En: Suddenly, Bram felt a sharp pain in his abdomen.Nl: Hij kromp even ineen.En: He flinched for a moment.Nl: Het was alsof zijn lichaam hem vertelde dat Liselotte gelijk had.En: It was as if his body was telling him that Liselotte was right.Nl: Liselotte legde snel haar hand op zijn arm.En: Liselotte quickly placed her hand on his arm.Nl: "Zie je?En: "See?Nl: We moeten nu gaan.En: We need to go now.Nl: Ik roep een taxi," zei ze vastberaden.En: I'll call a taxi," she said resolutely.Nl: "Oké, oké," zei Bram, de pijn negerend.En: "Okay, okay," Bram said, ignoring the pain.Nl: Hij wist dat hij niet langer kon ontkennen hoe hij zich voelde.En: He knew he could no longer deny how he felt.Nl: Samen stonden ze op, met Sander die de rekening betaalde en Liselotte Brams jas aangaf.En: Together they stood up, with Sander paying the bill and Liselotte handing Bram his coat.Nl: In het ziekenhuis bleek het gelukkig een kleine complicatie.En: At the hospital, it fortunately turned out to be a minor complication.Nl: Niets ernstigs, maar het moest wel gecontroleerd worden.En: Nothing serious, but it needed to be checked.Nl: Zodra Bram op het bed lag, besefte hij hoe belangrijk dit bezoek was.En: As soon as Bram lay on the bed, he realized how important this visit was.Nl: Hij had geluk gehad.En: He had been lucky.Nl: Na de controle voelde Bram zich opgelucht.En: After the check-up, Bram felt relieved.Nl: Niet alleen fysiek, maar ook mentaal.En: Not just physically, but also mentally.Nl: Toen Liselotte en Sander hem later terugbrachten naar het café, kon hij ze alleen maar dankbaar aankijken.En: When Liselotte and Sander later brought him back to the café, he could only look at them gratefully.Nl: "Dank je," zei hij zacht.En: "Thank you," he said softly.Nl: "Ik dacht dat ik alles alleen moest doen, maar jullie hebben me laten zien dat het oké is om steun te accepteren."En: "I thought I had to do everything alone, but you showed me that it's okay to accept support."Nl: Liselotte glimlachte.En: Liselotte smiled.Nl: "We zijn er altijd voor je, Bram."En: "We'll always be there for you, Bram."Nl: Bram keek naar de vlammetjes van de open haard in het café en begreep voor het eerst dat onafhankelijkheid niet betekende dat je alles alleen moest doen.En: Bram looked at the flames of the fireplace in the café and understood for the first time that independence didn't mean doing everything alone.Nl: Soms is hulp vragen juist een teken van kracht.En: Sometimes, asking for help is a sign of strength.Nl: Terwijl de avond verder ging, voelde hij zich geïnspireerd en klaar voor de volgende stap, zowel in zijn kunst als in zijn leven.En: As the evening went on, he felt inspired and ready for the next step, both in his art and in his life. Vocabulary Words:appendectomy: appendectomiesurgeon: dokterceiling: plafondpicturesque: schilderachtigeemitted: gavenrelaxed: ontspannenartist: kunstenaarexhibition: tentoonstellingserious: ernstignonchalantly: nonchalantcreative: creatiefdisruption: verstoringinterfere: bemoeienabdomen: buikflinched: krompresolutely: vastberadencoat: jascomplication: complicatiegratefully: dankbaarindependence: onafhankelijkheidstrength: krachttender: zachtcontemplate: nadenkensoftly: zachtjesuninterrupted: zonder verstoringfortunate: gelukkiggratefully: dankbaaranxiously: bezorgdcourageously: moedigflames: vlammetjes

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Snowstorm Serendipity: A Chance Reunion in Oslo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-23-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en kald vintermorgen på Oslo S.En: It was a cold winter morning at Oslo S.No: Snøfnugg danset gjennom luften, store og tunge.En: Snowflakes were dancing through the air, large and heavy.No: Ingrid klemte skjerfet tett rundt halsen.En: Ingrid wrapped her scarf tightly around her neck.No: Hun fokuserte på målet: å komme til jobbmøtet med Aksel.En: She focused on the goal: to get to the work meeting with Aksel.No: Men snøstormen truet med å ødelegge planene hennes.En: But the snowstorm threatened to ruin her plans.No: Plattformene var glatte, og toget til Drammen var forsinket.En: The platforms were slippery, and the train to Drammen was delayed.No: "Ikke nå," hvisket Ingrid for seg selv.En: "Not now," Ingrid whispered to herself.No: Hun tok et dypt pust, forsiktig med isen under føttene.En: She took a deep breath, careful with the ice under her feet.No: Mens hun ventet, hørte hun en kjent stemme.En: While she waited, she heard a familiar voice.No: "Ingrid?En: "Ingrid?No: Er det virkelig deg?En: Is it really you?"No: " Mathias sto der, smilende og avslappet, som om vinteren kun var en skygge.En: Mathias stood there, smiling and relaxed, as if winter was just a shadow.No: "Ingrid!En: "Ingrid!No: Det er lenge siden sist," sa Mathias.En: It's been a long time," said Mathias.No: Han hadde vært en nær venn i ungdomsårene hennes, men livets veier hadde ført dem fra hverandre.En: He had been a close friend in her younger years, but life's paths had led them apart.No: "Hva gjør du her?En: "What are you doing here?"No: " spurte hun, overrasket men glad for å se ham.En: she asked, surprised but happy to see him.No: "Jeg pendler fra Oslo til Asker.En: "I commute from Oslo to Asker.No: Og snøen, den liker jeg.En: And the snow, I like it.No: Den gir meg en unnskyldning til å ta det med ro," svarte Mathias med et lurt smil.En: It gives me an excuse to take it easy," replied Mathias with a sly smile.No: Ingrid lo, men følte samtidig trykket av klokken.En: Ingrid laughed but felt the pressure of the clock at the same time.No: Hun hadde lite tid.En: She had little time.No: Toget hennes kunne dukke opp når som helst.En: Her train could show up at any moment.No: "Hvordan har du det?En: "How have you been?"No: " spurte Mathias.En: asked Mathias.No: "Urolig," innrømmet Ingrid.En: "Anxious," Ingrid admitted.No: "Jeg har en viktig jobbintervju snart, og snøen gjør meg nervøs.En: "I have an important job interview soon, and the snow is making me nervous."No: "De snakket litt videre, og Ingrid kjente gamle følelser av komfort og varme for Mathias.En: They chatted a bit further, and Ingrid felt old feelings of comfort and warmth for Mathias.No: Men ansvaret kalte.En: But responsibility called.No: Hun måtte ta et valg.En: She had to make a choice.No: "Det er hyggelig å se deg igjen, Mathias.En: "It's nice to see you again, Mathias.No: Kan vi bytte nummer?En: Can we exchange numbers?No: Jeg må løpe til toget," sa Ingrid, raskt.En: I have to run to the train," said Ingrid, quickly.No: Mathias rakte henne telefonen, og de utvekslet kontaktinfo.En: Mathias handed her the phone, and they exchanged contact info.No: "Lykke til med intervjuet, Ingrid.En: "Good luck with the interview, Ingrid.No: Vi får ta en kaffe snart!En: We should grab a coffee soon!"No: " ropte han mens Ingrid skyndte seg mot plattformen.En: he shouted as Ingrid hurried toward the platform.No: Med snøflak i håret og en bankende puls, fant hun endelig riktig tog.En: With snowflakes in her hair and a pounding pulse, she finally found the right train.No: Hun pustet lettet ut da det gled bort fra stasjonen.En: She sighed with relief as it glided away from the station.No: Selv med distraksjonen av gamle minner, var Ingrid takknemlig for øyeblikket hun hadde delt med Mathias.En: Even with the distraction of old memories, Ingrid was grateful for the moment she had shared with Mathias.No: Det skapte en ny gnist av håp og motivasjon.En: It created a new spark of hope and motivation.No: Vel fremme, møtte hun Aksel, litt anpusten men i tide.En: Once there, she met Aksel, slightly out of breath but on time.No: Intervjuet gikk bra.En: The interview went well.No: Ingrid klarte å balansere mellom presisjon og følelser, og hun følte en ny styrke i seg.En: Ingrid managed to balance precision and emotions, and she felt a new strength within herself.No: Oslo S forble en katedral av støy bak henne, men denne gangen hadde reisen annet å tilby – vennskap og muligheter.En: Oslo S remained a cathedral of noise behind her, but this time the journey had more to offer – friendship and opportunities.No: Ingrid smilte, for hun visste at noen ganger gir også snøstormer plass for solskinn.En: Ingrid smiled, for she knew that sometimes snowstorms also make way for sunshine. Vocabulary Words:snowflakes: snøfnuggscarf: skjerfgoal: målthreatened: truetslippery: glattedelayed: forsinketfamiliar: kjentsurprised: overrasketcommute: pendlerexcuse: unnskyldningsly: lurtpressure: trykketanxious: urolignervous: nervøschosen: dukket oppresponsibility: ansvaretchoice: valgexchange: byttecontact info: kontaktinfohurried: skyndte segpounding: bankendeglided: gledrelief: lettet utdistraction: distraksjonengrateful: takknemligspark: gnistmotivation: motivasjonbalance: balansereprecision: presisjonstrength: styrke

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Quiet Reflections: Li Wei's Journey Through Lijiang's Heritage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-01-23-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 湄公大街上，红灯笼在寒风中轻轻摇曳，空气中弥漫着春节的热闹气息。En: On Meigong Avenue, red lanterns sway gently in the cold wind, and the air is filled with the lively atmosphere of the Spring Festival.Zh: 丽江古城，冬天的阳光温柔地洒在那石铺的小巷里。En: In the Lijiang Ancient Town, winter sunlight softly bathes the stone-paved alleys.Zh: 李伟、梅玲和金浩是高中的好朋友，他们参加了一次特别的学校旅行，目的地就是这座古老而美丽的城镇。En: Li Wei, Mei Ling, and Jin Hao are good friends from high school, and they are on a special school trip to this ancient and beautiful town.Zh: 李伟非常喜欢传统文化和建筑，但他性格内向，总是默默观赏。En: Li Wei is very fond of traditional culture and architecture, but his introverted nature means he always observes in silence.Zh: 今天，他的目标是了解尽可能多的历史建筑，特别是它们的文化意义。En: Today, his goal is to learn as much as possible about historical buildings, particularly their cultural significance.Zh: 然而，春节假期的人群让古城更加拥挤，游客们的欢声笑语淹没了李伟想要安静观察的愿望。En: However, the holiday crowds during the Spring Festival make the ancient town even more crowded, and the cheerful laughter of the tourists drowns out Li Wei's wish for quiet observation.Zh: “我要单独去看看。”李伟决定。En: "I want to go look on my own," Li Wei decided.Zh: 他告诉梅玲和金浩自己想走一会儿，仔细看看那些老房子。En: He told Mei Ling and Jin Hao that he wanted to walk around and take a closer look at the old houses.Zh: 他们都点头支持。En: They nodded in support.Zh: 于是，李伟迈开脚步，走进了一条安静的小巷。En: So, Li Wei began to walk, entering a quiet alley.Zh: 街角处，一个隐蔽的小院吸引了李伟的注意。En: At the street corner, a secluded courtyard caught Li Wei's attention.Zh: 那里没有人声，老柳树在微风中轻轻摇曳，木雕的窗格透露出古色古香的韵味。En: There was no sound of people; an old willow swayed gently in the breeze, and the carved wooden window lattices revealed an antique charm.Zh: 李伟心中一动，他轻轻推开院门，走了进去。En: Li Wei felt a stir in his heart, and he gently pushed open the courtyard gate and walked inside.Zh: 院子里，一个老人正在修补一件老旧的木雕。En: In the courtyard, an elderly man was mending an old wooden carving.Zh: 老人面容慈祥，笑着看向李伟。En: The old man had a kindly face and smiled at Li Wei.Zh: 他是镇上的老匠人，专注于传统工艺。En: He was an old craftsman in the town, dedicated to traditional crafts.Zh: 看到李伟有兴趣，老人便开始讲述那些老房子的历史和他的工作。En: Seeing Li Wei's interest, the craftsman began to tell the history of those old houses and his work.Zh: 李伟听得入神，觉察到这些建筑所承载的故事和价值。En: Li Wei listened intently, realizing the stories and value carried by these buildings.Zh: 不知过了多久，李伟意识到自己要回去了。En: He did not know how much time had passed, but eventually Li Wei realized he needed to return.Zh: 他感谢老人，带着丰富的体会和激动的心情回到朋友身边。En: He thanked the elder, returned to his friends with a wealth of experiences and a heart full of excitement.Zh: 梅玲和金浩见了他，问道：“你发现了什么？”En: Mei Ling and Jin Hao saw him and asked, "What did you discover?"Zh: 李伟眼中闪着光芒，说：“我遇到了一位很特别的匠人，我了解到了很多关于这些建筑的事情。”En: The light in Li Wei's eyes shone as he said, "I met a very special craftsman, and I've learned a lot about these buildings."Zh: 他向朋友们分享了从老人那里听来的故事，脸上是从未有过的自信。En: He shared the stories he heard from the old man with his friends, his face showing newfound confidence.Zh: 这次旅行改变了李伟。En: This trip changed Li Wei.Zh: 虽然他依旧内向，但他找到了表达自己热情的方法。En: Although he remained introverted, he found a way to express his passions.Zh: 他明白了建筑背后的故事，感受到文化的力量，也更加珍惜朋友们的陪伴。En: He understood the stories behind the architecture, felt the power of culture, and cherished his friends' companionship even more.Zh: 丽江古城的冬季在他们的心中留下了温暖的回忆。En: The winter in Lijiang Ancient Town left warm memories in their hearts. Vocabulary Words:sway: 摇曳secluded: 隐蔽breeze: 微风courtyard: 小院lattice: 窗格carved: 木雕antique: 古色古香charm: 韵味craftsman: 匠人mend: 修补intently: 入神companionship: 陪伴cherish: 珍惜fond: 喜欢introverted: 内向observe: 观赏cultural significance: 文化意义crowds: 人群cheerful: 欢声笑语stir: 心动elderly: 老人kindly: 慈祥historical: 历史realize: 意识到confidence: 自信express: 表达passions: 热情architecture: 建筑dedicated: 专注wealth: 丰富

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Surviving Aurlandsfjord: A Journey Through Snow and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-23-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Sola sto lavt over Aurlandsfjord.En: The sun hung low over Aurlandsfjord.No: Snøen dekket de bratte fjellene som reiste seg majestetisk mot himmelen.En: The snow covered the steep mountains that rose majestically towards the sky.No: Sofie sto stille et øyeblikk og lot øynene vandre over det storslåtte landskapet.En: Sofie stood still for a moment and let her eyes wander over the magnificent landscape.No: Hun kunne nesten ikke vente med å dele alt på bloggen sin, men først måtte hun nå toppen.En: She could hardly wait to share everything on her blog, but first, she had to reach the top.No: Eirik, en erfaren fjellklatrer med mange turer bak seg, ledet an.En: Eirik, an experienced mountaineer with many climbs behind him, led the way.No: Han så rolig ut, til tross for vinterens kalde klem.En: He looked calm, despite the cold grip of winter.No: Ved siden av han gikk Lars, Eiriks yngre bror.En: Beside him walked Lars, Eirik's younger brother.No: Hans energiske skritt viste hans iver etter å imponere både Eirik og Sofie.En: His energetic steps showed his eagerness to impress both Eirik and Sofie.No: «Dette er virkelig vakkert», sa Sofie, selv om hun kjente kulden bite i kinnene.En: "This is truly beautiful," said Sofie, even though she felt the cold biting her cheeks.No: «Tenk på bildene jeg kan ta!»En: "Imagine the photos I can take!"No: De tre beveget seg jevnt oppover stien.En: The three moved steadily upward along the path.No: Men plutselig begynte snøen å falle tettere.En: But suddenly the snow began to fall more heavily.No: De milde flakene ble til en kraftig storm.En: The gentle flakes turned into a fierce storm.No: Vinden pisket gjennom luften, og sikten ble dårligere for hvert minutt.En: The wind whipped through the air, and visibility worsened by the minute.No: Sofie kjente hvordan hjertet banket fortere.En: Sofie felt her heart beating faster.No: «Vi må finne ly!» ropte Eirik for å overdøve vinden.En: "We need to find shelter!" shouted Eirik to be heard over the wind.No: De slet seg fremover, men stien ble stadig mer usynlig under den nye snøen.En: They struggled forward, but the path became increasingly invisible under the new snow.No: Lars, som vanligvis var full av mot, så nå nervøs ut.En: Lars, who was usually full of courage, now looked nervous.No: «Hva skal vi gjøre, Eirik?» spurte han mens han snuste inn den iskalde luften.En: "What should we do, Eirik?" he asked as he sniffed in the icy air.No: Sofie husket noe Eirik hadde sagt tidligere om en gammel, forlatt hytte i nærheten.En: Sofie remembered something Eirik had mentioned earlier about an old, abandoned cabin nearby.No: «Kanskje vi kan finne den hytta du nevnte?» foreslo hun med fasthet i stemmen.En: "Maybe we can find that cabin you mentioned?" she suggested with firmness in her voice.No: Eirik nikket, og de begynte å gå den veien han mente den var.En: Eirik nodded, and they started walking in the direction he thought it was.No: Sofie ledet an, hennes frykt var omgjort til determinert energi.En: Sofie led the way, her fear transformed into determined energy.No: Etter en stund så de den lille hytta tvers gjennom snøflakene.En: After a while, they spotted the small cabin through the snowflakes.No: Hun smilte, lettet.En: She smiled, relieved.No: De kom seg inn døra, vekk fra stormen.En: They got through the door, away from the storm.No: Snøen stilnet gradvis, og lys strømmet snart inn gjennom de spinkle vinduene.En: The snow gradually calmed, and light soon streamed in through the fragile windows.No: Alt ble så stille at det føltes magisk.En: Everything grew so quiet it felt magical.No: Sofie tok kameraet sitt frem og knipset øyeblikkbilder av landskapet utenfor.En: Sofie took out her camera and snapped snapshots of the landscape outside.No: Snøen var urørt, og fjordens ro var blendende vakker etter stormens raseri.En: The snow was untouched, and the fjord's tranquility was dazzlingly beautiful after the storm's fury.No: Bildene hun tok der inne i hytta, ble noen av de mest minneverdige hun noen gang hadde fanget.En: The photos she took there in the cabin became some of the most memorable she had ever captured.No: Da stormen la seg helt, innså Sofie som hun så seg rundt på de vennlige ansiktene at sikkerheten og vennskapet deres var det viktigste.En: As the storm completely subsided, Sofie realized as she looked around at the friendly faces that their safety and friendship were what mattered most.No: Bloggingen var bare en del av opplevelsen.En: Blogging was just a part of the experience.No: Hun trengte ikke perfeksjon, hun ønsket bare ekte øyeblikk.En: She didn't need perfection; she just wanted genuine moments.No: Og dette, ja dette var ekte.En: And this, yes, this was real.No: Lars og Eirik lo sammen mens de kikket ut på fjorden.En: Lars and Eirik laughed together as they gazed out over the fjord.No: Sofie følte at turen til Aurlandsfjord hadde gitt henne mer enn hun hadde drømt om.En: Sofie felt that the trip to Aurlandsfjord had given her more than she had dreamed of.No: Det var opplevelsene og vennskapet som ga mening; snøstorm eller solskinn, elendighet eller glede.En: It was the experiences and the friendship that made it meaningful; snowstorm or sunshine, misery or joy.No: Dette var hennes sanne fortelling.En: This was her true story. Vocabulary Words:hung: stosteep: brattemajestically: majestetiskmagnificent: storslåtteblog: bloggclimbs: turerled: ledetvisibility: siktenpath: stifierce: kraftigwhipped: pisketnervous: nervøsabandoned: forlattcabin: hyttefirmness: fasthetdetermined: determinedspotted: sårelieved: lettetfragile: spinklegradually: gradvistranquility: rodazzlingly: blendendememorable: minneverdigesubsided: la segfriendship: vennskapgenuine: ektemisery: elendighetgazed: kikketexperiences: opplevelsenemeant: betydde

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In this NSW x Poducer episode, we sit down with Medicine Place for a super honest, wide-ranging talk on where he comes from, what keeps him grounded, and why he sees this project as bigger than just playing shows. We get into his roots in basketball (and how that “trust the process” mindset carries straight into music), growing up fast, and being a “product of good friends” the mentors and homies who shaped how he moves today. From there, we dive into the intention behind his debut album Wake Up: a dream-like, story-driven project that stretches beyond dubstep into rap and other lanes, all centered on growth, awareness, and learning how to navigate the gray areas as life speeds up. We also listen to unreleased music, including “Sleepwalking” (ft. IMC) and “The Cycle” (with Aquatic Cat Dolphin), and talk about the real challenge of blending hip-hop into an EDM set without killing the flow. And if you've ever felt like certain artists create a “different world” in the room,we talk about that too: community, responsibility, and creating a space where people feel safe to fully let go for an hour. The Podcast for Producers Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/qSaPcpJAET Follow Medicine Place: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/medicineplace Follow Poducer: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poducerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PoducerPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@poducerpodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/28RT0Mv5mMFr2ozrO2dav Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/poducer/id1327594929 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/poducerpodcast Chapters: 00:00 – Intro / Catching Up 01:02 – “Product of Good Friends” + Early Mentorship 02:20 – Growing Up Tall + Basketball Stories 08:31 – From Sports to Bass Music + First Shows 19:44 – Official Intro: Medicine Place Joins Poducer 20:03 – Double Life: Dad During the Week, Dubstep on Weekends 21:13 – Staying Grounded + Personal Growth Through the Project 23:57 – Unreleased: “Sleepwalking” (ft. IMC) 27:01 – The Album Concept: Wake Up (Dream Journey + Storytelling) 29:37 – Friendship, Accountability, and Challenging Your People 40:11 – Mantras + “Trust the Process” as a Real Operating System 43:36 – Being a Homebody, Stage Nerves, and the Privilege of the Crowd 45:02 – “I'll Bring the Medicine, We Create the Place Together” 48:17 – Transformative Music Moments (G Jones, Tipper, etc.) 52:11 – Unreleased: “The Cycle” (Aquatic Cat Dolphin) 55:15 – Blending Hip-Hop into EDM Sets (The “Seamless” Goal) 57:16 – Why an Album (Not Singles) + Writing With Intention 1:00:04 – Shoutouts 1:02:11 – Where to Find Medicine Place + Outro

We’re right back into the Beckham family drama today, because after eldest son Brooklyn Beckham posted a series of scathing statements about his family, a number of sources have come forward. Mostly to explain what really happened during the ‘inappropriate’ mother and son dance (and we have a wild theory about this to share with you). Plus, the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni legal drama has ramped up with a number of legal documents containing scandalous emails and text messages between Hollywood A-listers (including Matt Damon and Ben Affleck) being leaked, and now we need to dissect their contents.Among the documents are also text messages between Taylor Swift and Blake Lively, including one heartbreaking text message exchange that signals the end of their friendship. THE END BITS The Spill has a new podcast thats devoted to TV bingeing! Our latest ep contains all the fan theories, cast reveals and easter eggs about the new series of Bridgerton to get up to date before Season 4 comes out. Listen now on Apple or Spotify or the Mamamia app. Support independent women's media We’re giving away a Your Reformer Pilates bed (worth $3,400) Subscribe to enter Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Em Vernem Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textRHOSLC Blink If You're GuiltyRHOSLC Season 6 Reunion Part 2RHOSLC Season 6 Reunion Part 2 kicks off in chaos, with Angie presenting a scroll allegedly linking Lisa to a long-running troll account, sparking debate over online leaks, timelines, and “proof.” Heather backs Angie, citing insider details and broader patterns like the so-called “Conwyn Fraudport,” while Lisa deflects and counters with accusations of her own. Tensions rise as Andy briefly exits, the women clash over past insults, and unresolved drama involving Meredith's separation-era dating rumors resurfaces, reinforcing how deeply entrenched alliances and grudges remain.The focus then shifts to Mary, whose segment turns emotional as Andy addresses her return to church leadership, her strained family dynamics, and her son Robert Jr.'s incarceration. Mary is unapologetic about her choices, including not visiting her son in jail, and blunt in her conflicts—especially with Britani, whom she accuses of being fake and attention-seeking. Conversations about religion spiral further with revelations about Lisa's donation to the Church of Satan, prompting clarification and political context from Bronwyn, and underscoring the season's recurring clash between faith, hypocrisy, and provocation.The reunion's final stretch centers on fractured friendships and explosive allegations. Viewer questions reignite old wounds between Lisa and Meredith, with Mary inserting herself as a sharp-tongued commentator. Accusations fly over TikTok rumors about Seth, unrecorded plane conversations, and off-camera gossip involving husbands and infidelity. A shocking unaired clip suggests Lisa encouraged rumors to be raised on camera, while Meredith and Heather's friendship appears to implode amid shouting and tears. The episode ends with Meredith confronting Britani over antisemitism-related issues, leading Britani to walk offstage—leaving the group more divided than ever.TakeawaysThe reunion episode was filled with intense arguments and drama.Meredith's refusal to admit to any wrongdoing was a major point of contention.The dynamics of friendships and alliances among the cast were explored.Mary's personal struggles with her son were highlighted during the reunion.The accusations regarding the church and its practices were discussed.Brittany's claims about Seth's infidelity added to the drama.Meredith's defense of her actions was met with skepticism from the group.The tension between Lisa and Mary was palpable throughout the episode.The issue of recording conversations and production's influence was raised.Meredith's accusations of anti-Semitism were controversial and sparked debate.Support the showhttps://www.wewinewhenever.com/

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Under the Snow: How Friendship Transforms Scholarship Dreams Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-01-22-08-38-20-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Buda-hegyek hótakarója alatt minden olyan békés volt.En: Under the blanket of snow covering the Buda-hegyek, everything was so peaceful.Hu: A fák ágai finoman zizegtek a téli szélben, a levegő friss és üde volt.En: The branches of the trees rustled gently in the winter breeze, and the air was fresh and crisp.Hu: Zoltán egy közeli tisztáson ült, mellette Anikó, kezükben tankönyvek.En: Zoltán sat on a nearby clearing, next to Anikó, with textbooks in their hands.Hu: Anikó mosolya mindenkit jókedvre derített, bármennyire is nehéz volt az anyag.En: Anikó's smile could lighten anyone's mood, no matter how difficult the material was.Hu: Anikó vidáman kezdett bele, "Zoltán, együtt tanuljunk! A csapatmunka segíthet."En: Anikó cheerfully began, "Zoltán, let's study together! Teamwork can help."Hu: Zoltán nem tudta, mit gondoljon.En: Zoltán didn't know what to think.Hu: Komoly célt tűzött ki maga elé; meg akarta szerezni az ösztöndíjat.En: He had set a serious goal for himself; he wanted to win the scholarship.Hu: Sokat dolgozott érte, attól félt, hogy önállóan kell megmutatnia, mire képes.En: He had worked hard for it, fearing he had to prove himself independently.Hu: Mégis, Anikó őszinte lelkesedése elgondolkodtatta.En: Yet, Anikó's sincere enthusiasm made him think.Hu: "Rendben, próbáljuk meg," válaszolta végül.En: "Alright, let's try it," he eventually replied.Hu: A táj lenyűgöző volt.En: The landscape was mesmerizing.Hu: A hó fehér takaróként borította a földet, a nap sugarai gyengéden csillogtak rajta.En: The snow covered the ground like a white blanket, and the sun's rays gently glistened on it.Hu: Csönd volt, csak a jeges ágak finom roppanása hallatszott.En: It was silent, with only the delicate crackling of the icy branches audible.Hu: Ez az idillikus környezet tökéletes volt a tanuláshoz.En: This idyllic environment was perfect for studying.Hu: Anikó és Zoltán leültek egy nagy szikla mellé.En: Anikó and Zoltán sat beside a large rock.Hu: Anikó ügyesen magyarázta a matematikai példákat, egyszerű szavakkal, érthetően.En: Anikó skillfully explained the mathematical problems in simple, understandable words.Hu: Zoltán figyelmesen hallgatta.En: Zoltán listened attentively.Hu: Ahogy teltek az órák, fokozatosan megértette a nehezebb feladatokat is.En: As the hours passed, he gradually understood the more difficult tasks as well.Hu: A matek már nem tűnt olyan félelmetesnek.En: Math no longer seemed so daunting.Hu: Zoltán felismerte, hogy Anikó segítsége felbecsülhetetlen.En: Zoltán realized that Anikó's help was invaluable.Hu: A közös munka során megszűnt benne a nyomás és a stressz.En: During their collaborative work, the pressure and stress within him faded.Hu: Kezéből kihullott a toll, hátradőlt, tekintetét az égre emelte, majd mosolyogva Anikóra nézett.En: The pen fell from his hand, he leaned back, lifted his gaze to the sky, then looked at Anikó with a smile.Hu: "Köszönöm, Anikó," mondta meleg hálával a hangjában.En: "Thank you, Anikó," he said, with warm gratitude in his voice.Hu: "Én is élvezem," válaszolta Anikó vidáman.En: "I enjoy it too," Anikó replied cheerfully.Hu: "Együtt könnyebb és szórakoztatóbb."En: "Together, it's easier and more fun."Hu: Ettől a naptól kezdve Zoltán nyitottabbá vált, elfogadta, hogy a segítség nem gyengeség, hanem egy lehetőség a fejlődésre.En: From that day on, Zoltán became more open, accepting that help wasn't a sign of weakness but an opportunity for growth.Hu: Anikóval megbeszélték, hogy rendszeresen találkoznak majd tanulni.En: He and Anikó agreed to meet regularly to study.Hu: Zoltán rájött, hogy a közös erőfeszítés valóban könnyebbé teszi az akadályokat, és hálás volt, hogy egy ilyen barátja van.En: Zoltán realized that joint efforts truly make obstacles easier to overcome, and he was grateful to have such a friend.Hu: A Buda-hegyek csendes tanúként figyelték, ahogy két barát a hófehér lepel alatt nemcsak tanul, de épít is valami fontosat: a közös jövőt és a barátságot.En: The Buda-hegyek watched silently as the two friends, under the snowy blanket, not only studied but also built something important: a shared future and friendship. Vocabulary Words:blanket: takarójabranches: ágairustled: zizegtekcrisp: üdeclearing: tisztásoncheerfully: vidámanteamwork: csapatmunkascholarship: ösztöndíjatidyllic: idillikusglisten: csillogtakdelicate: finomcrackling: roppanásalandscape: tájdaunting: félelmetesnekinvaluable: felbecsülhetetlenpressure: nyomásattentively: figyelmesengradually: fokozatosantogether: együttopportunity: lehetőségshared: közösenthusiasm: lelkesedésemesmerizing: lenyűgözőfear: féltobstacle: akadályokatjoint: közösovercome: könnyebbé teszitask: feladatokatgrateful: háláscollaborative: közös

Kathie Lee Gifford has spent decades connecting with audiences as a television host, author, producer and storyteller whose faith and optimism have shaped her work. In her first-ever appearance on Making Space, Kathie Lee reunites with Hoda for a conversation about the bond they built working side by side, navigating grief and loss while celebrating new beginnings, and finding purpose through every stage of life. Plus, she opens up about life as a grandmother to five and why she believes we are always still becoming. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Friendships are a life line for us. Friends keep our secrets, they celebrate our wins and hold us up during the difficult times. So when a friendship ends, for whatever reason there is an acute grief associated with no longer having this life line and sadly this grief is often misunderstood and minimized. Today I’m sharing some thoughts on why friendship breakups are so difficult to navigate, what kind of support you may need to get through one, and how you might know if it’s time for a friendship to end. About the Podcast The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. Resources & Announcements If you find yourself wading through the waters of a friendship breakup and you're looking for support, we’d love to have you join us in our Patreon for our Sunday night check in on January 25, 2026 at 9pm ET where we’ll be walking through the pages of our Friendship Breakup Companion Guide designed to help you process the grief of the breakup. For more insights on friendship breakups and what it takes to strengthen our relationships with friends, grab your copy of Sisterhood Heals. Stay Connected​ Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? You can submit it at therapyforblackgirls.com/mailbox or you can leave us a voice memo at memo.fm/therapyforblackgirls If you're looking for a therapist in your area, check out the directory at https://www.therapyforblackgirls.com/directory. Grab your copy of our guided affirmation and other TBG Merch at therapyforblackgirls.com/shop. The hashtag for the podcast is #TBGinSession. Make sure to follow us on social media: Instagram: @therapyforblackgirls Facebook: @therapyforblackgirls Our Production Team Executive Producers: Dennison Bradford & Gabrielle Collins Director of Podcast & Digital Content: Ellice Ellis Producers: Tyree Rush & Ndeye Thioubou See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this solo Steve episode, Steve discusses his favorite movies of 2025 (like BUGONIA and FRIENDSHIP and SINNERS and MORE!) and his love of Arc Raiders! So sit back, enjoy the shenanigans, and drop YOUR favorite film in the comments below! IT BETTER NOT BE EBONY AND IVORY! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza No THANK YOU to Ebony and Ivory!

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Miami Dolphins receiver OJ McDuffie joins Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper for a wide-ranging conversation about football, baseball, legendary coaches, and life after the game. OJ shares being named after OJ Simpson, those they don’t have the same exact names, his original passion for baseball at Penn State, and how Joe Paterno’s unique approach allowed him to play both sports. He reflects on his place in the Penn State baseball record books, and his “Welcome to the NFL” moment. The conversation dives deep into OJ’s NFL career with the Dolphins, including his experience playing for Don Shula, the stark transition to Jimmy Johnson, and what made Dan Marino one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time. OJ also shares the incredible story of catching Marino’s 399th, 400th, and 401st career touchdown passes in the same game. OJ gets candid about the foot injury that ended his career, the difficult transition away from football, and how leaning on friends helped him find his footing. Today, he’s found a second act in media through The Fish Tank podcast, continuing to stay connected to the game and the city of Miami. It’s an honest, funny, and insightful look at a career shaped by legends—and what comes next when the game ends. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of REIA Radio, hosts Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner sit down with longtime friend (and legendary Omaha character) Thomas Kelly Klein Jr. for a funny, honest look back at what it really took to build OmahaNightlife.com—and what that season of life turned into later.Kelly breaks down how OmahaNightlife.com started with a simple goal—get into events for free—and somehow turned into a major platform that helped shape Omaha's nightlife scene. They talk about the early hustle, building attention before social media was even a thing, and how the “photo tag” era basically had everyone hunting for their picture the next day like it was the original Instagram.From there, the conversation drifts (in the best way) into the friendships behind the business—like the long-running Risk board game nights, cigars, drinks, and Sunday night football that kept their crew tight for years.They also get into the real entrepreneur scars: how running a chaotic business teaches you more than any class ever will, and why learning to pivot fast is survival. Kelly shares how their web business leaned hard into Flash… and then the iPhone came along and basically deleted that plan overnight.A big thread through the episode is how reputation and relationships compound. They talk about using the platform to support charity events, how that shifted public perception, and how those moves opened doors with people they never would've met otherwise.By the end, it's less of a “nightlife story” and more of a real conversation about friendship, growth, mentorship, and choosing a life that feels worth living—without pretending the messy parts didn't happen.OmahaNightlife.com was ahead of its time—and Thomas Kelly Klein Jr. was right in the middle of it.In this episode of REIA Radio, Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner unpack the wild (and hilarious) rise of OmahaNightlife.com, the marketing tricks that worked before social media existed, and the hard lessons that came from building something big with your friends.If you want a real entrepreneur story—wins, screwups, pivots, and everything in between—this one delivers.Listen now, and if you want to connect with Kelly after the episode, reach out to Ted or Owen, or find him on LinkedIn.You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-todayOmaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIACheck out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/ Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/ Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com Owen's Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com www.reiquicktips.com Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/MagicDoor - https://magicdoor.com/reia/...

In this episode of Just Lead, Pastor and author Deryck Frye shares insights from his book Weaponize Your Weakness and his concept of surgical leadership. Learn how to identify vulnerabilities, build the right support systems, and turn weaknesses into leadership strengths.GET YOUR COPY! DOWNLOAD THE SHOW NOTES!CONNECT WITH US:• Mark Q | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markquattrochi/• JUST LEAD | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justleadme/ LISTEN & SUBSCRIBEIf you haven't yet, make sure to tap subscribe on your favorite podcast platform — Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Youtube!

In today's episode, Amy is joined by Dr. Marisa G. Franco, psychologist and friendship expert, for an honest and refreshing conversation about navigating friendships in motherhood. This episode explores why friendship truly matters and why maintaining meaningful connections deserves intentional space through every season of life, even when your day feels full. Dr. Franco discusses how challenging it can be to both maintain existing friendships and form new ones as a mom. She emphasizes normalizing the quieter seasons that often come with early motherhood, reminding us that distance doesn't equal disconnection. Whether friendships have gone quiet due to busy schedules, young kids, or long distance, this episode encourages listeners to reach out, reconnect, and trust that strong bonds can withstand natural lulls.For those hoping to make new friends, Dr. Franco shares practical conversation starters and mindset shifts to help step outside comfort zones and make introductions feel less intimidating. Dr. Franco debunks some interesting common misconceptions about friendship, too. The episode wraps with thoughtful guidance on navigating conflict within friendships, recognizing when repair is possible, and understanding when it may be time to step away. If you enjoyed listening to this episode, we would love it if you could share it to your Instagram stories and tag us, @drmarisagfranco and @expectingandempowered. As we like to say, knowledge is power, and we just really want to give more people the information that they may need on their motherhood journey!Follow Dr. Marisa G.Franco on Instagram, Substack, and LinkedInDr. Franco's WebsiteDr. Franco's book, “Platonic: How The Science of Attachment Can Help You Make - And Keep - Friends”Links & ResourcesExpecting and Empowered App - Enter code 'PODCAST25' at checkoutExpecting and Empowered WebsiteExpecting and Empowered InstagramThis episode was brought to you by the Pivot Ball Change Network.

Send us a textStephanie Watson, author and founder of "The Table," shares from her new book, Ruth's Need for a Redeemer: A Bible Study on Loss, Loyalty, and Unexpected Love. We linger on Ruth's crossroads moment: return to what's familiar, or risk the unknown with God. It's the same decision we all might face when our Moab feels safe, but our Bethlehem is calling. In Part 2, we pick up our conversation with Stephanie Watson, author of Ruth's Need for a Redeemer, to explore Ruth's bold decision to cling to Ruth—not to her own comfort, and to cling to God's promises lived through Naomi's life. The scene is raw: Naomi urges a return, grief narrowing her vision; Orpah turns back. Ruth stays, and that single act reframes what healthy attachment looks like in a world that often confuses strength with self-sufficiency.Press play for a fresh, grounded take on choice, grief, community, and redemption. If this resonates, share it with a friend, start a table, and leave a rating and review to help others find the show. What are you clinging to today?Support the showBegin Your Heartlifter's Journey: Support the show: Your Donation Matters Leave a review and rate the podcast: WRITE A REVIEW Make a tax-deductible donation through Heartlift International Visit and subscribe to Heartlift Central on Substack. This is our new online meeting place for Heartlifters worldwide. Download the 2025 Advent Guide: The Great Glimmer Hunt Meet me on Instagram: @janellrardon

Welcome to the 222nd episode of The Castle Vault! In this week's journey exploring the famed Disney Vault through the Disney Plus streaming service, we continue our run of DCOMs with ... The Color of Friendship! In this episode, we take a hard right turn in our adventure through DCOMs with The Color of Friendship! This movie showed how big of a swing Disney was willing to take. It was a vastly different film than the rest of the DCOM movies, that's for sure. But did Disney pull it off and actually land a hard hitting film? And where will it land on The Hierarchy? All this and more in Episode 222 of the Castle Vault! Stay magical, friends.  Show Rundown Intro Housekeeping #CastleVaultCooking - Super foods Disney Plus check-in Count the Clicks The Castle Vault - The Color of Friendship (2000) Pregame Posterized Fonts: Flaunt or Flop Name That Tune On This Day... Billboard Bops Best Good Boys Villains Be Chillin' Lingo Bingo Kids, Go Ask Your Parents Cringe-O-Meter Dash of Disney Community Theater Award I've Seen You Before Believe It Or Not THE HIERARCHY View Reviews Lorcana Lowdown eBay Expedition I Spy... Five Fun Facts Tough Trivia Question Emails We Recommend! NEXT WEEK'S MOVIE IS: Alley Cats Strike (2000) Want to contact us? Jason: @JasonInquires (Twitter and Instagram) & @JasonTCV (Twitter)/ @Jason_TCV (Instagram) Josh: @TheNoyse (Twitter and Instagram) & YouTube: https://youtube.com/@makingnoyse?si=9ujY4-RxrV_rMjBn  Show: @TheCastleVault (Twitter and Instagram) Email: TheCastleVault@gmail.com   TheCastleVault.com

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Miami Dolphins receiver OJ McDuffie joins Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper for a wide-ranging conversation about football, baseball, legendary coaches, and life after the game. OJ shares being named after OJ Simpson, those they don’t have the same exact names, his original passion for baseball at Penn State, and how Joe Paterno’s unique approach allowed him to play both sports. He reflects on his place in the Penn State baseball record books, and his “Welcome to the NFL” moment. The conversation dives deep into OJ’s NFL career with the Dolphins, including his experience playing for Don Shula, the stark transition to Jimmy Johnson, and what made Dan Marino one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time. OJ also shares the incredible story of catching Marino’s 399th, 400th, and 401st career touchdown passes in the same game. OJ gets candid about the foot injury that ended his career, the difficult transition away from football, and how leaning on friends helped him find his footing. Today, he’s found a second act in media through The Fish Tank podcast, continuing to stay connected to the game and the city of Miami. It’s an honest, funny, and insightful look at a career shaped by legends—and what comes next when the game ends. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is a powerful reminder that leadership doesn't always look like a title, a stage, or a strategy.Sometimes, it looks like choosing kindness in a cramped airplane seat.Sometimes, it looks like crying on the internet.And sometimes, it looks like being gentle with yourself — and letting that be enough.My guest today is Vanessa Confessore — a brand marketing and experiential leader by day, and a deeply human storyteller by life. Vanessa has spent over 20 years designing unforgettable brand experiences and global activations, while also navigating motherhood, partnership, recovery, and the invisible mental load so many women carry.She's also the creator behind Sober Spouse on TikTok, a space she never intended to grow — but one that became a lifeline for people seeking honesty, hope, and real connection around recovery and relationships.In this conversation, Vanessa shares how leaning into authenticity on platforms like LinkedIn and TikTok transformed her personal brand — not through polish or performance, but through vulnerability, kindness, and truth. What emerged wasn't just engagement — it was community.Together, Yo and Vanessa explore:

In this episode Sascha and I talk about the practice of sharing abundance. We consider how awkward and un-practiced we feel at noticing what we have in abundance, believing it is needed and delivering it to actual beings who can use it. Similarly we discuss how often we feel under-resourced and blindly grasping for help we can't find though we know (or at least suspect) they can't be more than a few connections away.We experiment with an abundance practice wherein we make short lists of what we, personally, need and have to give in this moment and also what we as a project have abundantly and need desperately, and notice that it feels good and useful right away. Before any actual help is exchanged. We wonder at how we can build more structures for this kind of resource sharing, talk about some of our current efforts toward this end and feel a little hopeful about what might come next.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Miami Dolphins receiver OJ McDuffie joins Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper for a wide-ranging conversation about football, baseball, legendary coaches, and life after the game. OJ shares being named after OJ Simpson, those they don’t have the same exact names, his original passion for baseball at Penn State, and how Joe Paterno’s unique approach allowed him to play both sports. He reflects on his place in the Penn State baseball record books, and his “Welcome to the NFL” moment. The conversation dives deep into OJ’s NFL career with the Dolphins, including his experience playing for Don Shula, the stark transition to Jimmy Johnson, and what made Dan Marino one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time. OJ also shares the incredible story of catching Marino’s 399th, 400th, and 401st career touchdown passes in the same game. OJ gets candid about the foot injury that ended his career, the difficult transition away from football, and how leaning on friends helped him find his footing. Today, he’s found a second act in media through The Fish Tank podcast, continuing to stay connected to the game and the city of Miami. It’s an honest, funny, and insightful look at a career shaped by legends—and what comes next when the game ends. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textA mouse who can't eat cheese and an owl who loves her anyway—sometimes the simplest stories hold the biggest truths. We welcome author MB Mooney to share how The Mouse Who Couldn't Eat Cheese grew from the life and legacy of Alex, a bright, owl‑loving kid who lived with Crohn's disease and inspired a foundation, Beautiful Beyond the Pain. Instead of a medical explainer, MB wrote a friendship-first tale that helps children understand invisible illness, practice empathy, and see vulnerability as a path to connection.We open up the creative process behind writing for kids and parents at once: crafting a title that hooks curiosity, choosing scenes that feel honest, and striking a tone that respects young readers without sanding down the hard parts. MB explains why children's books are tougher than they look, how early readers—many without any IBD connection—found universal meaning in the story, and what it takes to put your heart on the page when criticism is part of the job. For aspiring authors in the chronic illness community, he shares a practical roadmap: draft freely, revise with audience in mind, find a writing group for accountability and critique, and build resilience for the inevitable one‑star review.We also look ahead to future volumes featuring Alex the Owl, including a potential ADHD story drawn from MB's family experience. Along the way we talk about making invisible illness visible, helping kids self‑advocate, and why every community benefits when friends learn to meet each other's needs with flexibility and care. If you're a parent, patient, educator, or creator looking for stories that heal and tools that help, this conversation is a warm, grounded guide.If the episode resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review—your support helps more listeners find thoughtful conversations like this one.Links: MB Mooney's websiteThe Mouse Who Couldn't Eat CheeseCamp Oasis- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation USA A longer interview with MB about his book- Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors podcastLet's get social!!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Twitter!

Lesson 4 : In this episode of Poetry for Black Girls, I reflect on one of the biggest lessons I learned in 2025: learning to let people be who they are.As a 28-year-old Black woman navigating marriage, multiple moves, and life outside my hometown, I've learned that growth often changes friendships — and that not everyone is meant to grow with you.We talk about the “Let Them” theory, releasing expectations, recognizing misalignment, and choosing peace over proximity. This episode is a gentle reminder that you don't have to chase clarity, force closeness, or over-explain your evolution.If you're navigating friendship shifts, adulthood, or learning how to honor yourself in this season, this one is for you.✨ New episodes every Wednesday.

What if marriage was meant to be more than coexisting under the same roof? In this episode, the Sharing Grace Podcast Team is joined by Art of Marriage facilitators Chris and Amy Royce to explore marriage as a God-designed friendship. Through Scripture and real-life insight, the conversation unpacks the Five-Star Friendship model, showing how intimacy, shared purpose, resilience, devotion, and spiritual growth can renew and strengthen a marriage. Whether newly married or years in, this episode invites couples to move from survival to intentional, faith-centered friendship.

Andrea Simon, author of the novel “Did You Have the Life You Wanted?,” invites us to consider how our choices, desires and personal histories affect the way we feel about our lives.

Send us a textEver notice how chaos can feel weirdly like home? I open up about seventeen years of sobriety and the unexpected truth beneath it: I wasn't just addicted to substances—I was addicted to safety. That craving started in childhood, where asking a simple question risked love and silence bought me proximity. Those early lessons built a blueprint for codependency that followed me into adulthood, where intensity masqueraded as intimacy and breadcrumbs passed for connection.I break down how old survival strategies show up in modern friendships—overgiving, oversharing, ignoring red flags—and why our nervous systems cling to what's familiar even when it hurts. Then we dig into two anchors that changed everything: focus on repair over rupture when both people meet you halfway, and honor the boundary that says what cannot be repaired must be mourned. Grief becomes an act of protection, not defeat, and a path back to a self we abandoned to stay safe.Across this conversation, I share how staying awake in hard seasons turns pain into a growth spurt, how re-parenting teaches the body a new baseline of calm, and why choosing yourself is the most reliable source of safety you'll ever find. If you've ever chased validation, confused intensity for love, or kept negotiating with your worth, this one will feel like a mirror and a map. Subscribe, share with someone who needs it, and leave a review to help others find the show. And if you want support applying this work to your life, tap the link in the show notes to book a free discovery call.To book your FREE discovery call with Dr. Sam, click the link below:https://calendly.com/drharte/free-discovery-call-w-dr-harteSupport the show#thetruthaboutaddiction#sobriety#the12steps#recovery#therapy#mentalhealth#podcasts#emotionalsobriety#soberliving#sobermindset#spirituality#spiritualgrowth#aa#soberlife#mindfulness#wellness#wellnessjourney#personalgrowth#personaldevelopment#sobermovement#recoveroutloud#sobercurious#sobermoms#soberwomen#author#soberauthor#purpose#passion#perspective

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Lost in the Winter Dunes: A Tale of Friendship and Courage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-21-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Vintervinden blæste koldt over Aarbakke Klitlandskab.En: The winter wind blew cold over the Aarbakke Dune Landscape.Da: Soren, Astrid og Nils havde besluttet at udforske de sneklædte klitter i Thy Nationalpark.En: Soren, Astrid, and Nils had decided to explore the snow-covered dunes in Thy Nationalpark.Da: Sneen lagde sig som et tykt tæppe over sandbakkerne, og kiggede man nærmere, kunne man se, hvordan vinden formede små mønstre i det hvide landskab.En: The snow lay like a thick blanket over the sand dunes, and if you looked closer, you could see how the wind formed small patterns in the white landscape.Da: Soren ledte an med et smil, men indeni skræmte tanken om at blive alene ham.En: Soren led the way with a smile, but inside, the thought of being alone scared him.Da: Astrid gik med faste skridt bag ham.En: Astrid walked with steady steps behind him.Da: Hun vidste altid, hvilken retning de kom fra, og hvor langt de havde gået.En: She always knew which direction they came from and how far they had walked.Da: Sikkerhed var vigtigt, især i dette vejr.En: Safety was important, especially in this weather.Da: Nils, der gik langsomt bagved, nød stilheden.En: Nils, who walked slowly behind, enjoyed the silence.Da: Han kunne godt lide at betragte klitternes former og lytte til vinden.En: He liked to observe the shapes of the dunes and listen to the wind.Da: Pludselig stoppede Astrid op.En: Suddenly, Astrid stopped.Da: "Soren, hvor er Nils?"En: "Soren, where is Nils?"Da: spurgte hun og kastede et blik tilbage mod klitterne.En: she asked, casting a glance back towards the dunes.Da: Soren vendte sig om.En: Soren turned around.Da: Nils var væk.En: Nils was gone.Da: "Han var lige bag os!"En: "He was right behind us!"Da: udbrød han.En: he exclaimed.Da: Panikken bredte sig.En: Panic spread.Da: "Vi må finde ham," sagde Soren beslutsomt.En: "We have to find him," said Soren decisively.Da: Men Astrid rystede på hovedet.En: But Astrid shook her head.Da: "Det er svært i denne storm.En: "It's difficult in this storm.Da: Vi risikerer at gå os villige," advarede hun.En: We risk getting lost," she warned.Da: Alligevel valgte Soren at fortsætte.En: Nevertheless, Soren chose to continue.Da: For Nils' skyld måtte han prøve.En: For Nils' sake, he had to try.Da: De traskede videre, og sneen trak i dem fra alle retninger.En: They trudged on, and the snow pulled at them from all directions.Da: Det var som at gå i en eventyrverden.En: It was like walking in a fairytale world.Da: Kulden sveg mod deres ansigter, men de glemte aldrig deres mål.En: The cold stung their faces, but they never forgot their goal.Da: Pludselig, efter en times søgen, opdagede Soren noget mærkeligt i klitterne.En: Suddenly, after an hour of searching, Soren noticed something strange in the dunes.Da: En smal åbning ind i en skrænt – en lille grotte.En: A narrow opening into a slope – a small cave.Da: "Astrid, kom her!"En: "Astrid, come here!"Da: råbte han.En: he shouted.Da: De to løb hen imod åbningen, og indenfor fandt de Nils.En: The two ran towards the opening, and inside they found Nils.Da: Han sad i et hjørne, tydeligt med smerter i benet.En: He was sitting in a corner, clearly in pain from his leg.Da: "Jeg faldt," forklarede Nils med et svagt smil.En: "I fell," explained Nils with a faint smile.Da: "Men jeg fandt vej hertil."En: "But I found my way here."Da: Lettelsen skyllede over dem alle.En: Relief washed over them all.Da: Sammen hjalp de Nils op.En: Together, they helped Nils up.Da: Det var besværligt, men de var en stærk gruppe, knyttet af deres fælles oplevelse.En: It was difficult, but they were a strong group, united by their shared experience.Da: Da de endelig nåede tilbage til indgangen af klitlandskabet, stod solen lavt på himlen.En: When they finally reached the entrance of the dune landscape, the sun was low in the sky.Da: Soren smilede til Astrid.En: Soren smiled at Astrid.Da: "Vi klarede det," sagde han stille.En: "We did it," he said quietly.Da: Astrid nikkede og så op på Soren.En: Astrid nodded and looked up at Soren.Da: "Jeg burde have troet på din plan fra starten," indrømmede hun.En: "I should have believed in your plan from the start," she admitted.Da: Soren lærte, at møde frygt med venner ved sin side gav styrke.En: Soren learned that facing fear with friends by his side gave strength.Da: Astrid så værdien i at dele beslutninger.En: Astrid saw the value in sharing decisions.Da: Især indså de alle, hvor stærke de var sammen.En: Most importantly, they all realized how strong they were together.Da: Klitterne lå bag dem, men venskabet førte dem fremad.En: The dunes lay behind them, but friendship led them forward. 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Fluent Fiction - Danish: Braving Rold Skov: A Winter Tale of Friendship and Survival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-21-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Den kolde vind susede gennem de nøgne træer i Rold skov.En: The cold wind whistled through the bare trees in Rold skov.Da: Soren, Astrid og Lars var på deres vinter-vandretur, da himlen pludselig blev tung med sne.En: Soren, Astrid, and Lars were on their winter hike when the sky suddenly grew heavy with snow.Da: Hvad der startede som en stille tur i skoven, blev hurtigt til en kamp mod elementerne.En: What had started as a quiet walk in the forest quickly turned into a battle against the elements.Da: Sneflagerne blev til en tæt hvirvel, og stierne forsvandt under et dybt tæppe af sne.En: The snowflakes became a dense swirl, and the paths disappeared under a deep blanket of snow.Da: "Vi må finde ly," sagde Soren, mens han kiggede på sine venner.En: "We must find shelter," said Soren, looking at his friends.Da: Han vidste, at han måtte tage ansvaret.En: He knew he had to take responsibility.Da: De kunne ikke blive her.En: They couldn't stay here.Da: Astrid trak sin hue tættere om ørerne.En: Astrid pulled her hat tighter around her ears.Da: "Vi klarer os," sagde hun med et skævt smil, men indeni tvivlede hun.En: "We'll manage," she said with a crooked smile, but inside she doubted it.Da: Hendes modighed skjulte en usikkerhed, hun ikke kunne ignorere.En: Her courage masked an uncertainty she couldn't ignore.Da: Lars, der altid var forsigtig, så bekymret ud.En: Lars, who was always cautious, looked worried.Da: "Vi skal finde en vej ud," sagde han.En: "We need to find a way out," he said.Da: En skygge af skyld nagede ham stadig – en hændelse fra fortiden, hvor han ikke havde reageret hurtigt nok.En: A shadow of guilt still nagged at him—a past incident where he hadn't reacted quickly enough.Da: De begyndte langsomt at bevæge sig fremad.En: They began to slowly move forward.Da: Soren ledte vejen, mens sneen fortsatte med at falde tungt.En: Soren led the way as the snow continued to fall heavily.Da: Deres sko knirkede under den tunge sne.En: Their shoes squeaked under the thick snow.Da: Skoven omkring dem var blevet en labyrint af hvidt – det var både smukt og skræmmende.En: The forest around them had become a maze of white—it was both beautiful and frightening.Da: Da solen begyndte at gå ned, nåede de en frossen slugt.En: As the sun began to set, they reached a frozen ravine.Da: De stirrede ned i dybden, et sted hvor sneen og isen havde gjort kløften farligt glat.En: They stared down into the depths, a place where the snow and ice had made the gorge perilously slippery.Da: Soren vendte sig mod de andre.En: Soren turned to the others.Da: "Vi kan ikke gå udenom.En: "We can't go around.Da: Vi må over," sagde han.En: We must go over," he said.Da: Astrid tog en dyb indånding.En: Astrid took a deep breath.Da: "Jeg stoler på dig, Soren," sagde hun.En: "I trust you, Soren," she said.Da: Lars nikkede stille.En: Lars nodded silently.Da: De fulgte Soren og kiggede efter hvert skridt med forsigtighed.En: They followed Soren and watched each step with caution.Da: Isen under Astrids fødder gav en ildevarslende knirken.En: The ice under Astrid's feet gave an ominous creak.Da: "Pas på!"En: "Watch out!"Da: råbte Soren og strakte en arm ud for at gribe hende.En: shouted Soren, stretching out an arm to grab her.Da: Hendes fod gled, men hans greb var fast.En: Her foot slipped, but his grip was firm.Da: De fæstnede sig sammen, og sakte krydsede de slugten, med knasende is som akkompagnement.En: They anchored themselves together, and slowly they crossed the ravine, accompanied by the crunching ice.Da: Efter krydsningen var de trætte, men lettede.En: After the crossing, they were tired but relieved.Da: Soren havde bevist sin pålidelighed.En: Soren had proven his reliability.Da: Astrid havde konfronteret sin tvivl, og Lars indså, at hans forsigtighed kunne være en styrke.En: Astrid had confronted her doubts, and Lars realized that his caution could be a strength.Da: Da mørket faldt på, fandt de en lille hytte, halvt dækket af sne.En: As darkness fell, they found a small cabin, half-covered in snow.Da: De trådte ind og tændte et lys.En: They stepped inside and lit a lamp.Da: Varme spredte sig gennem rummet, og deres lettelse blev kortvarigt afbrudt af lyden af en hundegøen udenfor.En: Warmth spread through the room, and their relief was briefly interrupted by the sound of a dog barking outside.Da: En redningsgruppe havde fulgt deres spor.En: A rescue team had followed their tracks.Da: Snart blev døren åbnet, og Soren, Astrid og Lars blev hilst med lettede smil.En: Soon the door opened and Soren, Astrid, and Lars were greeted with relieved smiles.Da: Deres eventyr i Rold skov havde bragt dem tættere sammen.En: Their adventure in Rold skov had brought them closer together.Da: Soren følte sig nu mere selvsikker.En: Soren now felt more confident.Da: Han havde ledt sine venner gennem en farlig situation og fundet styrke i sig selv.En: He had led his friends through a dangerous situation and found strength within himself.Da: Deres venskab var blevet stærkere.En: Their friendship had grown stronger.Da: Snart sad de alle i hytten, delte historier og grinede.En: Soon they were all sitting in the cabin, sharing stories and laughing.Da: Udenfor roede vinden, men indeni var der kun varme og venner.En: Outside, the wind howled, but inside there was only warmth and friends.Da: Det var en dag, de aldrig ville glemme.En: It was a day they would never forget. 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Matt and Karo discuss what the line is between being playful and an a-hole, and how relating in a friendship, especially between men, often comes with some good old smack talk. As long as it's to your face and not behind your back, there can be a lot to be said for it. Check out our new Audible Original THE BUDDY SYSTEM Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Matt Ritter on Instagram, TikTok, and X Aaron Karo on Instagram, TikTok, and X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Contact us. We'd love to serve youRequest a stay at a Shepherd's House LocationGive financially to support the work of helping pastors thriveWrite a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Resources(00:43) Introducing the Topic: Christian friendship, especially among pastors(2:00) Biblical foundations: Proverbs 17:17, Ecclesiastes 4, Jonathan & David(04:54) Challenges for men in forming close friendships(07:00) Defining friendship—surface vs. deep bonds(10:00) Men's reluctance to invest in friendships(12:37) Pastors' relationships: transactional vs. genuine(14:02) Qualities of true friendship: presence, safety, loyalty, emotional connection(22:00) Cultivating friendship: prayer, planning, risk-taking, listening, being present(30:00) Sanctifying influence—“iron sharpens iron”(31:31) Final word and prayer

Have you ever had one of those moments when you stop and think, "How did I miss that?" The holy moment. The gentle nudge. The quiet work of God hidden inside an ordinary day. That’s exactly why I couldn’t wait to share this week’s episode of The Love Offering Podcast with you. I’m joined by the hilarious and heartfelt Cynthia Yanof to talk about her book How’d I Miss That?—a refreshing reminder that God is just as present in the small, awkward, everyday moments as He is in the big ones. In our conversation, Cynthia invites us to laugh (a lot), exhale, and see our lives with fresh eyes as we talk about: Why it’s not just the “big” moments God uses to bring light into our homes and communities Living each day with grace, forgiveness, and generosity—for others and ourselves Finding extraordinary faith in very ordinary places And yes… even the holy moments that happen with spinach in our teeth and our shirt tucked into our Spanx This episode is for every woman who once thought she’d change the world—and now mostly changes the toilet paper roll (again). It’s a gentle, joyful reminder that tiny acts of faith, sown daily, matter deeply to God. So grab a Diet Coke, pull up a chair, and join us. I think you’ll feel seen, encouraged, and reminded that nothing in your life is wasted—not even the small stuff. You can listen to the episode wherever you listen to podcasts, and I’d love to hear what resonates most with you. With love,Rachael Connect with Cynthia: https://cynthiayanof.com/ Connect with Rachael: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Download the Free Love Always Devotional: https://rachaelkadams.com/free/ Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Friendship is vital for our health and happiness, but we don't always prioritize it. The Optimist's Maggie Penman goes on a journey to make new friends and learn why so many of us are craving connection.Today's show was produced by Maggie Penman, with help from Ted Muldoon, who also mixed the show. It was edited by Allison Klein. For more stories from The Optimist, subscribe to our newsletter. If you want to hear more stories like this on “Post Reports,” send Maggie an email at maggie.penman@washpost.com. If you want to check out Billy Baker's book, it's called “We Need to Hang Out: A Memoir of Making Friends.”Subscribe to The Washington Post here.

Friendship doesn't stay the same as we move through different seasons of life. Many of us grow up with built-in friends from childhood or college, but as we move, build careers, get married, and have kids, our relationships naturally shift. In this episode, we're not talking about casual friendships or surface-level connections. We're diving into the deeper, dependable friendships that truly support us, especially as we near 40.We share four key elements that define meaningful adult friendships. First, we talk about the importance of genuinely being proud of the people closest to us. True closeness often goes hand in hand with how someone makes us feel in our body and nervous system. The friends who help us feel calm, safe, and comfortable tend to be the ones who take relationships to the next level.We also explore the value of friends who celebrate our wins. Everyone deserves people they can run to with exciting news, knowing it will be met with genuine joy. If a relationship consistently feels one-sided or competitive, it may be a sign that it's not meant to be a deeply close friendship.Life inevitably brings hard seasons, and we reflect on how powerful it is to have friends who show up when things get tough. We discuss how small acts, like following up when someone is going through something important, can leave a lasting impact and strengthen trust over time.We also remind listeners that no friendship is perfect. A single comment or moment doesn't have to define an entire relationship. When something doesn't sit right, honest conversations can create deeper understanding and connection, especially when the friendship is built on mutual respect.Finally, we talk about staying open to new friendships. You may not have met your future best friend yet. So many people are looking for meaningful connection, but it often takes courage, vulnerability, and someone willing to take the first step to make it happen.Molly Millwood's Book: https://amzlink.to/az0iWvIxqfuUD Listen to HERself episode #10 with Molly Millwood: https://www.herselfpodcast.com/listen/10-herself-expert-molly-millwood-on-motherhood-marriage-and-the-modern-dilemma LINKS AND RESOURCES:LMNT: Free Sample Pack with purchase:  drinkLMNT.com/HERSELF BETTERHELP: 10% off first month at: http://betterhelp.com/herselfLet's connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/herselfpodcastMEET AMY: http://instagram.com/ameskieferMEET ABBY: http://instagram.com/abbyrosegreenThis episode was brought to you by the Pivot Ball Change Network.