Podcasts about Friendship

Bonus Episode this week, Six Star and Eric were guest on the Runnah Podcast, hosted by Julianna Coughlin. In this episode of the Runnah Podcast, hosts Julianna welcomes Eric, and Six Star Erika to discuss their backgrounds in running, the importance of community, and the unique culture of ultra running. They share personal stories, the significance of storytelling in building connections, and the impact of their podcast on the running community. The conversation highlights the relatability of running experiences, including the humorous and challenging moments that all runners face. In this conversation, Julianna, Eric, and Erika discuss their experiences with recognition in the podcasting community, the importance of building connections through running, and their preferences in running shoes. They share personal anecdotes about live shows, social anxiety, and the joy of connecting with others. The discussion also touches on the fun of podcasting, social media, and their mascot, Stoolie, who travels the world with their stickers.Chapters00:00 Intro02:17 Running Backgrounds: From Imposter Syndrome to Expertise05:09 The Love for Races and Community08:14 The Storytelling Aspect of Podcasting11:13 Creating a Welcoming Running Community14:12 The Humor in Running: Code Brown Stories17:58 Creating a Community of Voices20:16 Local Connections and Impact22:52 The Ultra Running Experience26:06 The Value of Medals and Recognition29:38 Moments of Recognition and Acceptance35:18 Building Connections and Friendships38:49 The Power of Running Shoes40:58 Shoe Preferences and Experiences45:53 The Importance of Shoe Rotation50:03 Shoe Care and Maintenance53:04 Connecting Through Running and CommunityTakeawaysNo one asks for credentials in social media.Many runners are unaware of their shoe brands.Imposter syndrome is common among runners.The marathon distance is a favorite for many.Ultra running creates a unique community vibe.Every distance runner has a memorable poop story.Storytelling is key to connecting with the audience.Recognition can be surprising and rewarding.Building community is essential in running.The podcast aims to share relatable running experiences. Recognition can come from unexpected places.Community acceptance is a rewarding experience.Building friendships through shared interests is invaluable.Live shows create unique opportunities for connection.Social anxiety can be managed through community engagement.Running shoes can be both functional and fun.It's important to have a good support system while traveling.Social media can enhance connections and friendships.Podcasting is a collaborative and enjoyable endeavor.Having a mascot like Stoolie adds a fun element to the podcast.Strava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.com Don't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!

Delanie Fischer chats with Jacob Ward, veteran technology journalist and correspondent, about how AI differs from past technological inventions and why this moment feels fundamentally different. They explore some of the inner workings of artificial intelligence including LLMs, the effects of over-reliance on these tools, and what the future may look like for regulation, responsibility, and human connection. Episode Highlights:  AI Psychosis, Addiction, Romance, Friendship, And How We'll Define It The Risk Of Outsourcing Critical Thinking, Creativity, And Connection Two Problematic Features Of Large Language Models (LLMs) AI Slop, Clanker Culture, And Undetectable Fake Imagery Is Ad Placement Next, And Will We Know We're Being Sold To? Tech Leaders: Responsibility, Ideology, And Profit Motives Desire And Purpose: The “Smoker” And “Heroin” Problem Analogies ____ A quick 5-star rating for Self-Helpless means so much! ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-helpless/id1251196416⁠ Free goodies like The Quote Buffet + The Watch & Read List: ⁠https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/⁠ Ad-free episodes on ⁠Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless⁠ Your Host, Delanie Fischer:⁠ https://www.delaniefischer.com⁠ ____ Related Episodes: AI, Robotics, and The Future of Work and Life with Dr. Catie Cuan: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2458ba1f/ai-robotics-and-the-future-of-work-and-life-with-dr-catie-cuan The Lost Secrets of Civilization: Ancient Innovation and Forgotten Wisdom with Jack R. Bialik: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/d6769440/the-lost-secrets-of-civilization-ancient-innovation-and-forgotten-wisdom-with-jack-r-bialik It's Not a Mental Health Crisis: Human Reactions to a Loneliness Epidemic with Dr. Jody Carrington: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2d626d7b/its-not-a-mental-health-crisis-human-reactions-to-a-loneliness-epidemic-with-dr-jody-carrington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zak went on Michigan Public's daily show Stateside to share some weirdly helpful end of year rituals and practices. He shares that segment today. Stateside covers what you need (and want) to know about Michigan. You hear stories from people across the state—from policymakers in Lansing, to entrepreneurs in Detroit, to artists in Grand Rapids. Tune in every day for in-depth conversations that matter to Michigan. Stateside is hosted by April Baer and produced by Mike Blank and Ronia Cabansag Subscribe to Stateside on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts. Help preserve independent journalism and community programming across America by adopting a station. LISTEN TO WEIRDLY HELPFUL AD-FREE BY BECOMING A PATRON TODAY. GET A WH MUG THERE TOO! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey everybody, welcome back to The Smiling Homeschooler podcast. Today we're spending some time talking about friendships—for moms and for kids. This conversation was prompted by a message we got from a mom whose son is really struggling to find meaningful connection, even though they're involved in church, homeschooling, and community. So we want to talk honestly about why friendships can be harder than we expect, the fears that drive us as parents, and what we can—and can't—control when it comes to helping us and our kids build real relationships. We want to thank Teaching Textbooks for making the Smiling Homeschooler possible. They are an amazing math curriculum and we would encourage you to check them out over at teachingtextbooks.com Lastly, thank you to Samaritan Ministries, a community of Christians that pay one another's medical bills…helping families take a safe step of faith as they feel God's Leading in career or ministry changes or in bringing mom home. You can learn more and support us by clicking this link https://hubs.ly/Q03VZKNS0   Have a great week and don't forget to smile! 

Feeling overwhelmed heading into a new year? It might not be because you need to do more. In this episode, Pastor Q explains why the key to your best year yet is subtraction, not addition. Learn how to let go of what no longer serves you so you can make room for what matters most.DOWNLOAD 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!

Gibson Johns interviews new "Vanderpump Rules" cast member Venus Binkley. Shop the “Gabbing with Gib” Merch Store: https://shop.hurrdatmedia.com/collections/gabbing-with-gib Subscribe to "Gabbing with Gib" on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/471D8Gb Follow "Gabbing with Gib" on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3StiCtY  Follow "Gabbing with Gib" on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gabbingwithgib Follow "Gabbing with Gib" on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbingwithgib  Follow Gibson Johns on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gibsonoma Follow Gibson Johns on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gibsonoma Follow Gibson Johns on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gibsonoma Subscribe to Gibson Johns' Newsletter: https://gibsonoma.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Mad Rush Podcast, host Trisha Addicks is joined by her long-time friend and accomplished entrepreneur, Sarah Alvarez. They discuss essential business advice, such as focusing on what your business needs rather than what you're best at and hiring the right people. Sarah shares her journey through launching a toy company, working with Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School, and managing Wax Pot wax studios. They share key lessons from their careers and emphasize the importance of having an exit strategy and persevering through hardships. They also underscore the value of giving individuals agency and recognizing the role of opportunity in success. This episode features impactful stories and valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and anyone interested in personal growth.

SUMMARY: Guest: Lara Silverman — comedic actress, jazz singer, violinist, author, Stanford Law grad; formerly a federal prosecutor. -Faith roots: Grew up in a large Romanian Christian family (with Syrian Christian heritage); accepted Christ at 7; faith deepened after her aunt's death from cancer. -Calling to law: Loved advocacy and public speaking; passed the bar after intense study; landed her dream role as a federal prosecutor in San Francisco. -Health crisis: Fell acutely ill in week two on the job with a rare, under-researched neurological vertigo disorder; tried ~30–150 therapies and ~38 medications (often worsened symptoms); bedridden for three years on a bedpan; ultimately resigned her post. -Ongoing illness: Continues to experience constant spinning sensations; multiple tentative diagnoses, no definitive cure; learned to walk again despite worsening symptoms when upright. -Spiritual wrestle: Initial confusion turned to seasons of bitterness and anger (more than depression); felt misunderstood by some believers when she sensed God calling her to accept ongoing suffering. -Acceptance and surrender: Believes God spoke that she would not be fully healed on this side of eternity; fasting exposed idols of health, marriage, and career; moved toward surrender and trust. -Meeting Matt: Church acquaintance (youth leader) who reached out during her bedridden years; he had suffered childhood cancer and was later diagnosed with terminal cancer; they formed a deep bond through shared suffering. -Marriage and loss: Married despite her illness and his terminal diagnosis; experienced “joy in grief” through ministry and creativity; Matt died a year later; Lara testifies to God's peace and preparation through the loss. -Joy amid grief: Practiced finding “sprinkles of joy” (comedy clips, music, niece's smile, devotionals); launched The Silverman Show (YouTube: comedy, music, theology); organized jazz fundraisers, including $13K raised for Haiti. -Theology of suffering: *Critiques “prosperity gospel light” in American church; calls for preparing believers to suffer well. *Emphasizes biblical themes: joy in suffering; God's intentional purposes; eternal rewards (e.g., “crown of life”); 2 Corinthians 4:17's “eternal weight of glory.” *Points to Isaiah 61 (double portion/redemption), 1 Peter 1:7 (tested faith), Job-like redemption ultimately fulfilled in eternity. *Cites Helen Roseveare's testimony about trusting God in suffering. -Identity transformation: Early identity tied to achievement and “gold stars”; illness stripped these; learned identity in Christ, not performance; challenged by Matt's loving rebukes about pride and usefulness. -Honest struggles: Jealousy when others receive “basic blessings” (marriage, children, health); wrestled with God's statement “I know what's best for you”; learning to believe God's wisdom without having micro-level reasons. -Church's role: Encourage sound theology of suffering, eternal perspective, and the call to “joy in grief”; avoid equating God's love solely with earthly blessings. -Memoir: Wrote her memoir from bed over eight months, capturing God's “receipts” (journaled answers, provisions, and lessons); aims to comfort sufferers with biblical reasons for suffering and stories of God's nearness. -Hope redefined: Realistic hope is anchored in eternity (John 11:25); freedom from fear of death empowers purposeful living now. -Key scriptures referenced: 2 Corinthians 4:17 (eternal glory) 1 Peter 1:7 (tested genuineness of faith) Isaiah 61 (redemption, double portion) Isaiah 43:19–20 (streams in the wilderness) Romans 8:29 (conformed to Christ) John 11:25 (life beyond death) -Core takeaway: God provides “streams in the desert.” Open your heart to receive and choose joy in the midst of grief; joy and sorrow can coexist, and God will redeem suffering—fully in eternity, and often with foretastes now.   PODCAST INTRO: What happens when the life you planned—brilliant career, healthy body, tidy faith, marriage and children—collides with relentless suffering? For comedian, jazz singer, author, violinist, and Stanford-trained attorney Lara Silverman, that colission became a calling. Lara spent years pursuing her dream of becoming a federal prosecutor—years of academic discipline, devoted goal setting, and passionate pursuit. After graduating from Stanford, she enters the grueling vetting and elimination process of 1000 hopeful lawyers with the goal of making it to the top 3. When she learns that she made it in the top 3 her dream becomes a reality…she is standing at the pinnacle of a major goal in her life. She was accepted as a federal prosecutor and begin the task of fully stepping into that role. Until in her second week on the job, she fell violently ill with what would later be discovered as a rare, unresolved neurological condition that keeps her in a constant state of the world spinning around her. She endures that condition to this day…8 years now, 3 of which left her bedridden, on a bedpan, being cared for and nursed by her parents. Thirty-eight medications failed. Careers, plans, family timelines—all stripped away. In her personal dark valley of multi layered deaths, her testimony is that not only does God meet her there, He has never left her. True to being a trained lawyer, in her effort to make sense of her spinning, crumbling world she uses the Word/Bible to question God's goodness and His fairness demanding that He explain Himself. She's met with firm, steady, unwavering love that consistently engages her pain inviting her from striving to surrender. Through Lara's fasting, God exposed hidden idols—health, marriage, career—not to shame her, but to set her free. Because I think we all know that if we build our lives on things that will fade, change, transition, not to mention the fact that we have no guarantees on anything we risk losing ourselves into despair and ruin. Then came an unlikely gift. As Lara lay in bed, a church acquaintance—Matt Silverman, a brilliant, joy-filled believer battling terminal cancer—began calling to pray and wrestle through theology with her. Friendship became love. They married, held jazz benefit concerts for Haiti, launched a small YouTube channel, and practiced “joy in grief” as a spiritual discipline. Exactly one year later, Matt went home to Jesus. Lara's testimony is not tidy. She speaks frankly about anger, bitterness, jealousy, and the ache of unanswered prayers. Yet she clings to promises many avoid: that suffering refines faith (1 Peter 1), forges intimacy with Christ, prepares us for eternity (2 Corinthians 4), and—even here—can be met with streams in the desert (Isaiah 43). She believes God will redeem every loss, whether in the here and now or in eternity—and that the doctrine of reward, often neglected, gives sturdy hope when the nights are long. Her invitation is simple but not without surrender and therefor difficult: Look for “sprinkles of joy” each day. Refuse to waste your pain—serve others through it. Live now with eternity in view. If you're not afraid to die, you can truly live. Sorrowful, yet always rejoicing. That's Lara's way through the wilderness—and a lifeline for anyone walking it today. In her memoir, Singing Through the Fire, she chronicles all of that's happened, how God shows up, the challenges she's put before Him and vice versa. What does it look like to struggle with God ? Lara provides examples, proof that He doesn't leave even when our faith is weak and ungodly. He holds us up when our faith falters and He sustains us through the most devastating emotional, mental, physical, battles. Let's listen in and find a reason to hope again, to find joy and to be comforted in what can feel like the wilderness. Live Loved and Thrive! Sherrie Pilk   CONNECT WITH LARA: Main Hub: https://linktr.ee/Larap3 Amazon link for her book: https://a.co/d/ayQyB52 Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/lara.palanjian.silverman Instagram handle: @larapalanjian Youtube: https://youtu.be/TDcUeQrbVZk Watch the deeply moving BOOK trailer here:  https://youtu.be/TDcUeQrbVZk Watch the second BOOK trailer here: https://youtube.com/shorts/bO34s0tLYyY?si=uTMALdhOPB6TOCnt RESOURCES PER LARA: Helen Roseveare's testimony: https://youtu.be/VJCCx-qiZ24?si=ANuKzA-A-F6kwEkt Podcast: Keep an eye/ear out for her new podcast: Singing Through Fire w/Lara Silverman BIO: Lara Silverman is a Christian author, lawyer, jazz singer, comedic actress, violinist, and songwriter. She holds a J.D. from Stanford Law School and a B.A. in both Economics and Political Science from UC Berkeley. Before falling seriously ill in 2018, Lara worked for two federal judges and practiced high stakes litigation for three years at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, where she specialized in intellectual property, antitrust, and contract cases of all kinds.   In 2023, Lara co-founded The Silverman Show—a multifaceted comedy, music, and theology show—and released her debut jazz/pop album as her own music producer in February 2024. In September 2024, she debuted as Mrs. Serious in her solo Armenian comedy show online, amassing upwards of 300,000 views on individual videos on Instagram. Lara's writing has been featured in various respected Christian blogs, where her reflections on faith, suffering, and grace have encouraged readers across diverse audiences. Even as she remains mostly bedridden today, she anchors her unwavering hope in God.    

Between the holiday parties, family dinners, office events, and end-of-year gatherings... the holiday season can be a lot. (Even for extroverts like me.) If you've ever felt socially drained, awkward, anxious, or stuck in mind-numbing small talk during the holidays, I gotchu. This episode will hook you up with powerful conversation starters and questions you can keep in your back pocket to help you navigate social situations with confidence, steer conversations away from awkward topics and political landmines, and actually feel connected to the people around you.Whether you're an introvert, extrovert, cutting back from relying on drinking at parties, or just tired of endless small talk, learning how to ask better questions is one of the most underrated communication skills you can have.Research shows that the best communicators ask up to 20 times more questions than the average person... and that people consistently underestimate how much others crave meaningful conversation. So don't worry about making it weird... thoughtful questions aren't awkward, they're impactful. ✨Tune in to hear about:The most interesting and fun conversation starters Why asking good questions releases oxytocin and builds closenessQuestions to avoid small talk, create real connection, and bond the roomReflection questions to spark meaningful year-end conversationsForward-looking questions for intentions, growth, and the new yearHow to redirect uncomfortable topics with boundaries and graceWhy curiosity is the ultimate hack for social confidence and overcoming social anxietyFor advertising and sponsorship inquiries, please contact Frequency Podcast Network. Sign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

The wish came true.Now the consequences begin.Natalie Primavera is trapped in a hospital bed, her body broken, her future uncertain — while her mind is stuck inside Ava Ross, a dancer who was never supposed to be good enough for the spotlight.Ava, meanwhile, is living inside Natalie's perfect body… and discovering that perfection is a prison with great lighting.As Nutcracker rehearsals intensify, the magic destabilizes. Roles are threatened. Loyalties fracture. The Sugar Plum Fairy becomes a battleground. And the line between ambition and identity starts to blur.Friendships turn sharp. Parents get complicated. Romance gets messy. And a Romanian ballet master with secrets of his own begins pushing both girls toward a reckoning neither of them is ready for.Act Two is where the comedy deepens, the stakes rise, and the story stops being about switching bodies — and starts being about who deserves the life they're fighting for.Because wanting something badly doesn't mean you understand the cost.It's still funny.It's still chaotic.But now it hurts in the best way.Written by award-winning writer Jenna St. John.Starring: Kensington Tallman as Natalie Primavera Logan Laurel as Ava Ross Konstantin Lavysh as Mr. Constantine Carson Bolde as Grayson Garcia Sasha Knight as Trevor Rita Dos Santos as Kenzie Samantha A. Smith as Jasmine Kearn Eva Binder as Zoe Dennings Adele Abinante as Bean Ross Avery Clyde as Mrs. Primavera Katherine Brunk as Ms. Ross Brandon Potter as Mr. Primavera Sarah Elmaleh as Miss Lana Miki Yamashita as Miss Miyako Paula Tiso as NarratorOnly on Table Read.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As the year is coming to a close I reflect on my relationships and experience of my life this year. Toxicity is definitely one of them, I’ve been the toxic friend and have had a fair share of my own, here are tips/advice of having healthy friendships See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enduring Well. Fighting For Friendship. Engaging Culture - Girls Gone Bible by Ebenezer Endiryas

How should Christian faith shape work in an era of pluralism, fear, and systemic inequality? Sociologist Elaine Howard Ecklund (Rice University) is presenting new insights for faith at work through data, theology, and lived experience. "People love to talk about individual ethics … but what was really hard for them to think about was, what would it mean to make our workplace better as a whole?" In this episode, Ecklund joins Mark Labberton to reflect on moving from individual morality toward systemic responsibility, dignity, and other-centred Christian witness at work. Together they discuss faith and work, the gender and race gaps created by systemic injustice, fear and power, religious diversity, rest and human limits, gender and racial marginalization, and the cost of a credible Christian witness. Episode Highlights "People love to talk about individual ethics." "What would it mean to make our workplace better as a whole?" "People are much more apt to take us seriously if we first take them seriously." "Suppression of faith in particular is not the answer." "God is God and I am not." About Elaine Howard Ecklund Elaine Howard Ecklund is professor of sociology at Rice University and director of the Boniuk Institute for the Study and Advancement of Religious Tolerance. She is a leading sociologist of religion, science, and work whose research examines how faith operates in professional and institutional life. Ecklund has led large-scale empirical studies on religion in workplaces and scientific communities, supported by the National Science Foundation, Templeton Foundation, and Lilly Endowment. She is the author or co-author of several influential books, including Working for Better, Why Science and Faith Need Each Other, and Science vs. Religion. Her work informs academic, ecclesial, and public conversations about pluralism, justice, and moral formation in modern society. Learn more and follow at https://www.elaineecklund.com and https://twitter.com/elaineecklund Helpful Links And Resources Working for Better (IVP): https://www.ivpress.com/working-for-better Why Science and Faith Need Each Other (IVP): https://www.ivpress.com/why-science-and-faith-need-each-other Elaine Howard Ecklund website: https://www.elaineecklund.com Rice University Boniuk Institute: https://boniuk.rice.edu Conversing with Mark Labberton: https://comment.org/conversing Show Notes Sociological study of religion, work, and group behavior Christian faith taken seriously at personal and academic levels Ecklund's former research focus on science as a workplace environment Expanding faith-at-work research beyond scientific communities Compartmentalized Christian faith and the fear of offending colleagues Friendship and collaboration emerging from leadership retreats Large-scale data-driven study on religion in changing workplaces Religious pluralism at work and changing workplace demographics Writing for Christian audiences shaped by empirical research From individual ethics toward systemic responsibility at work "People love to talk about individual ethics." Systemic injustice blind spots Moral shorthand focused on time sheets and office supplies Organizational leadership and culture change Difficulty imagining organizational or structural workplace change Fear of retaliation when confronting unjust systems Responsibility for workplace realities Power underestimated by those holding leadership positions Costly examples of speaking up against workplace injustice Christian fear of marginalization in pluralistic environments Suppression of religious expression as common workplace response Suppression versus accommodation: "Suppression of faith in particular is not the answer." Religious diversity as unavoidable reality of modern work Other-centered faith rooted in dignity of every person Imago Dei shaping engagement across religious difference "People are much more apt to take us seriously if we first take them seriously." Racialized religious minorities: the double marginalization of racial minorities of faith Gender inequity and underexamined workplace power dynamics Faith-based employee groups Fear masquerading as anger in cultural and religious conflict Workplaces as rare spaces for meaningful civic encounter Justice beyond activism Rest as theological foundation for justice and leadership Limits, Sabbath, and resisting productivity as ultimate value "God is God and I am not." Human limits in leadership Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment magazine and Fuller Seminary. #FaithAndWork #ElaineHowardEcklund #ChristianEthics #WorkplaceJustice #ReligiousPluralism #RestAndFaith

S9 E6 — In a season of parties and entertaining, it's good to remember that hospitality means something very different—welcoming the stranger and caring for one another. In The Hospitality of Need, Kevan Chandler, born with a progressive disability, explores how dependence can expand life and deepen community. His story points us back to our shared human neediness, reflected in the baby lying in the manger. 00:0 Reimagining the Good Life06:12 Gift of Interdependence12:52 Understanding Need and Hospitality17:37 Proximity and Need21:43 Peer to Peer Caregiving26:39 A Journey to Skellig Michael32:53 Spiritual Realities of Need38:12 Invitation Into NeedMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Amy Julia's interview with Kevan on Take the Next StepThe Hospitality of Need: How Depending on One Another Helps Us Heal and Grow Together by Kevan Chandler and Tommy SheltonWe Carry Kevan I John 1_WATCH this conversation on YouTube: Amy Julia Becker on YouTubeSUBSCRIBE to Amy Julia's Substack: amyjuliabecker.substack.comJOIN the conversation on Instagram: @amyjuliabeckerLISTEN to more episodes: amyjuliabecker.com/shows/_ABOUT OUR GUEST:KEVAN CHANDLER is the founder of the nonprofit organization We Carry Kevan and speaks worldwide about friendship and disability. He and his wife, Katie, enjoy doing everything together, including growing vegetables and reading to each other.Kevan was the second of his siblings to be diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy, type 2, a rare neuromuscular disease. In 2016, he and his friends took a trip across Europe, leaving his wheelchair at home, and his friends carried him for three weeks in a backpack.An avid storyteller, Kevan is an author and speaker worldwide about his friendships and unique life with a disability, being a featured speaker for Tedx and Google, as well as various conferences, pharmaceutical companies, and universities.__We want to hear your thoughts. Send us a text!Connect with me: Instagram Facebook YouTube Website Thanks for listening!

#202: The internet made it easy to slap a diagnosis on anyone who annoys us, but that habit is burning out our relationships. We dig beneath the buzzwords to ask better questions: What's the difference between harm and discomfort? When is a trait “workable,” and when is it a pattern of disrespect? How do we own our triggers without turning them into shields? With real stories from dating and friendships, we draw a clean line between emotional intelligence and weaponized psychology, and we share tools that actually move conversations forward.We get practical about communication. You'll hear how “giving the stage” lowers defenses, why timing matters when emotions run hot, and how a simple reflection—“What I'm hearing is…”—can rescue a spiraling exchange. We talk scripts for naming needs without blame, and we unpack the toughest dynamics: gaslighting and minimization, jokes that sting, boundary testing, and promises that don't match patterns. You'll learn why different communication styles (text vs call, frequent vs spacious) aren't red flags by themselves, and how to negotiate capacity during heavy seasons with honesty and care.Friendships take center stage too. We highlight real red flags—one‑sided emotional labor, covert competitiveness, making you small when you grow—and what is simply human: quiet phases, changing bandwidth, and evolving rhythms. To tie it all together, we offer four clarifying questions to replace instant labeling: Is this a pattern or a phase? Have I been clear? Do I feel unsafe or just uncomfortable? Is this activating a wound or revealing a truth? If you're ready to trade snap judgments for sturdier relationships, press play, share this with a friend, and tell us: which question will you start using today? And if this resonates, subscribe, leave a review, and help more listeners find the show.You can now send us a text to ask a question or review the show. We would love to hear from you! PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsFollow me on social: https://www.instagram.com/babbles_nonsense/

In this episode of The Heart of Friendship, Cecelia Curtis sits down with licensed therapist Cynthia Weary for an honest and heartfelt conversation about why the holidays feel heavy for so many women—and how we can better support ourselves and each other. Cynthia shares her powerful personal story, including loss, grief, divorce, and healing, and explains how those lived experiences shaped her calling to serve others through mental health work and faith. Together, Cecelia and Cynthia explore the emotional realities women face during the holidays, including grief, loneliness, family tension, and the pressure to “hold it all together.” If the holidays feel hard this year, please remember you're not alone. And, this episode is for you—and for anyone who wants to show up better for the women they love.

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Daphne admits her story is a tale as old as time itself, but her husband is friends with a married woman…

What happens when real friendship shows up on camera; bold, protective, and tender, and the internet can't decide whether to cheer or sneer? We take you inside the public bond between Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, from warm interview moments to a tense red carpet scare that sparked headlines, memes, and a tidal wave of comments. The story becomes a mirror: a culture that says women should support each other, then punishes the sight of that support when it looks unapologetically close.We unpack why visible affection between women draws suspicion, how maturity gets confused with emotional distance, and why a split-second act of protection can expose our own unmet needs. Along the way, we explore the difference between romantic safety and the distinct strength of platonic loyalty, the kind of ally who moves first without waiting for permission. You'll hear a candid look at hypocrisy online, the role of envy in our reactions, and the power of modeling solidarity in public without turning it into performance.If you've ever longed for a friend who reads your mind, finishes your thought, or stands in front when life surges, this conversation offers both language and a roadmap. We challenge the snark economy, argue for tenderness as a form of courage, and invite you to practice the gestures you want to receive: the check-in text, the steady hand, the quick defense when it counts. Listen, reflect, and share this one with the person who would leap for you, or the person you'd leap for. If the message resonates, follow the show, leave a rating, and tell me: what does real support look like in your life? *Watch the video of this podcast on Youtube 

Welcome to the Best of Monday Night Media 2025! On This Bonus episode you'll hear some fun clips from the On The Runs Podcast, The Allie G Show and the Re-Crap.This bonus episode explores the highlights of the first half of 2025, focusing on running experiences, training insights, and the emotional journey of completing marathons. It delves into the transformation of running from a punishment to a source of joy, the importance of community and friendships in running, and memorable stories that showcase the challenges and triumphs faced by runners. Additionally, it touches on crisis management in race organization and the unique experiences of the New York City Marathon, culminating in a discussion about the journey from a music background to engaging with the running community as 'Hydration Guy.' In this engaging conversation, Eric shares his journey of becoming the 'Hydration Guy,' a role he embraced to support the running community by providing hydration at local events. He discusses the impact of his charitable efforts, raising thousands for various organizations, and how he integrated himself into the running community through participation and volunteering. The conversation also touches on high-pressure moments in racing, including his experiences at the New York City Marathon, and the importance of music in his running routine. The episode concludes with light-hearted interactions with friends, showcasing the camaraderie within the running community.Chapters01:14 - Becs and Ash - OTR 13705:52 - Neil Korf - TAGS Track 111:14 - Susie Chan - OTR 14115:27 - Syd - TAGS Track 220:26 - Darris and Star Blackford - OTR 14325:45 - Mariana Ferandez - TAGS Track 634:41 - Alex Hermanson " Herm Runs" - OTR 15041:42 - Jaye Duncan - Re-Crap Sample 250:45 - Patrick Leber -TAGS Track 1057:23 - Mike Scott -| OTR 15859:45 - Chad "The Hydration Guy" - TAGS Track 1201:09:32 - Becca Pizzi - OTR 16001:14:45 - Kelly Roberts Stalker Story - Re-Crap Sample 301:18:23 - Mike Beeman - TAGS Track 1701:25:47 - Wyatt Moss - OTR 16601:32:32 - Hanna Knuuttunen - TAGS Track 1801:44:36 - Phone Calls - OTR 169Strava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.com Don't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!

AJ sits down with Matt Ritter, co-host of Man of the Year, to unpack the male loneliness epidemic and why so many men lose friendships as they get older. Matt shares his TCS framework for keeping friendships alive, why proximity and ritual are the real secrets to connection, and how to design a “friendship strategy” that fits your life instead of waiting for it to happen. You'll learn how to move acquaintances into real friends, how to host like a pro without burning out, and why your partner can't (and shouldn't) be your only friend. Chapters: 00:00 – The male loneliness crisis and the “Man of the Year” tradition05:00 – Why friendship dies without a dramatic ending10:00 – Proximity and strategy: building real connection15:00 – The TCS framework and the myth of the lone wolf20:00 – How to be “worth knowing” — standing out socially25:00 – The friendship habit: stacking connection into your life30:00 – Overcoming rejection and fear of the invite35:00 – Rituals, hosting, and creating sticky friendships40:00 – Why your wife can't be your only friend45:00 – Friendship as self-care and the original life hack A Word From Our Sponsors Stop being over looked and unlock your X-Factor today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠unlockyourxfactor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  The very qualities that make you exceptional in your field are working against you socially.  Visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠artofcharm.com/intel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for a social intelligence assessment and discover exactly what's holding you back. If you've put off organizing your finances, Monarch is for you. Use code CHARM at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monarch.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in your browser for half off your first year.  Indulge in affordable luxury with Quince. Upgrade your wardrobe today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and hassle-free returns. Grow your way - with Headway! Get started at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠makeheadway.com/CHARM ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and use my code CHARM for 25% off. Ready to turn your business idea into reality? Sign up for your $1/month trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Need to hire top talent—fast? Claim your $75 Sponsored Job Credit now at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Indeed.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This year, skip breaking a sweat AND breaking the bank. Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mintmobile.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Save more than fifty percent on term life insurance at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SELECTQUOTE.COM/CHARM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TODAY to get started  Curious about your influence level?  Get your Influence Index Score today! Take this 60-second quiz to find out how your influence stacks up against top performers at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theartofcharm.com/influence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode resources: Man of the Year Podcast The Buddy System Check in with AJ and Johnny! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on TikTok⁠ friendship, male loneliness, connection, charisma, social skills, hosting, confidence, relationships, community, vulnerability Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now that the dust has settled from one insane season of RHOC, the only certain thing for season 20 is Vicki Gunvalson. Andy is not so convinced that all is as good between Vicki and Tamra as the two thirds of the Tres Amigas make it seem. RHORI prepares to debut early next year, but certain cast members' deep dark secrets are already being exposed. RHONY will begin filming soon. The Love Hotel “Lu” rumors grow stronger. Jen Shah may be banned from Bravo but DWTS could be calling. VPR is back with a vengeance. Bethenny changes the face of dating. Nene may return, Lisa Rinna is winning at life and Teresa and Melissa prepare to return to RHONJ together! @tombrich @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HOMESERVE - homeserve.com (Home Owners Insurance That Start At Just $4.99 a Month) RAKUTEN - rakuten.co.uk (Go To Rakuten.co.uk, Download The App Or Install The Browser Extension To Earn Cash Back While You Shop At All Your Favorite Stores) PROGRESSIVE - www.progressive.com (Visit Progressive.com To See If You Could Save On Car Insurance) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact David@advertising-execs.com MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've always been obsessed with friendship - how it shapes us, challenges us and often goes uncelebrated. In this episode, both Dawn French and Vogue Williams get honest about the beauty and the messiness of it all. Despite being surrounded by great friends, Vogue explains why she worries she's not the best friend back - although she's definitely working on it. Dawn then reflects on growing up as an RAF kid. Repeated moves meant she learned early on how hard it can be to build and keep connections. She also talks about her iconic friendship with Jennifer Saunders (which did *not* start smoothly) and the people she holds closest today. My fascination with the subject runs so deep that I even wrote a whole book about it! Friendaholic: Confessions of a Friendship Addict explores why friendship matters and how it evolves over our lives. Feel free to buy a copy for you…and all your friends! Listen to Dawn French's full episode of How to Fail here: swap.fm/l/NJDrzxLKhyi6icOrxmHT Listen to Vogue Williams' full episode of How to Fail here: swap.fm/l/KdIrVp0y41qgun1oGjfR

Leslie continues the Steadfast Heart series with Part Two of Emotionally Healthy Friendships. An emotionally healthy friend will desire to point us toward Jesus first and foremost, rather than make us emotionally dependent upon themselves. In this episode, Leslie unpacks the difference between true godly exhortation and unhealthy emotional dependence. She identifies the contrast between counterfeit comfort and true Biblical comfort. This episode brings awareness to the tactics of grooming and manipulation that can creep into friendships unnoticed, even within the Church, and helps ground us in the Biblical pattern for trustworthy, godly friends. For more resources from Leslie, visit https://setapart.org/. To learn about our Christmas specials, visit https://ellerslie.com/2025-christmas-specials/ and https://shop.setapart.org/collections/christmas-specials. To learn about our 2026 Ellerslie Discipleship Programs, https://ellerslie.com/be-discipled/. To support Set Apart Ministries, visit https://setapart.org/support/.

Fly tying is more popular than ever. With the prevalence of high quality materials and excellent videos showing how to build flies, more fly anglers choose to tie their own patterns than ever before.All of us at Troutbitten have been tying our own flies from the beginning, so we each have preferences for the tools we use. That's what this podcast episode is all about. We discuss the essentials, like vise, scissors and a bobbin, along with some other tools and gear that each of us considers invaluable for tying materials to a hook. The tools come first. And the quality of those tools can either help or hinder the process.This conversation is a lot of fun. My friends, Bill Dell, Dr. Trevor Smith, Austin Dando, Josh Darling and Matt Grobe join me. ResourcesPODCAST: Troutbitten | Fly Tying and the Complete Angler - S5,Ep2READ: Troutbitten | Category | The Troutbitten Fly BoxVisitTroutbitten WebsiteTroutbitten InstagramTroutbitten YouTubeTroutbitten FacebookThanks to TroutRoutes:Use the code TROUTBITTEN for 20% off your membership athttps://maps.troutroutes.com Thanks to SkwalaUse the code, TROUTBITTEN10 for 10% off your order athttps://skwalafishing.com/

From pre-race jitters to finish-line tears, this episode takes you through every moment of Wine & Dine Weekend with honesty, humor, and heart. Holly and Laura completed their first Half Marathons, Kate returned triumphantly after beating cancer, and Samantha paced and cheered her crew every step of the way. Along the journey, the group explored Disney dining favorites old and new, had hilarious expo moments, conquered early-morning wake-ups (and one late one!), celebrated Laura's birthday in style, and shared the kind of emotional and uplifting stories that remind us exactly why we love this Disney running community. Whether you're a seasoned runDisney veteran or thinking about your first race, you'll find inspiration, laughter, and plenty of Disney foodie goodness in this one.

Jenna and Rosie help viewers navigate tricky social situations in another edition of “Girl Code”. Also, catching up with Simu Liu to discuss his new series “The Copenhagen Test”. Plus, “SNL” alum and singer Ana Gasteyer joins to discuss her tour “Sugar and Booze: A Holiday Special” and plays a fun jazz improv game. And, Today Style Editor Bobbie Thomas highlights some of the best beauty gifts ahead of the holidays.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As winter begins and the air grows colder, we naturally seek the warmth of home and the company of friends and family whose company and love are encouragements amid the cold darkness of the season.    Yet, if we carefully reflect, we may see that the truest friend we have is God himself, the true and lasting source of every blessing. When we invite him to come into our lives, he offers a light that brightens even the darkest days.    When we ask God to come to us, and when we resolve to stay close to him, his presence inspires us to bring light and hope to others, especially those in greatest need.    As we prepare for Christmas, may we all draw closer together in the light of God, filling our hearts and homes with lasting joy. 

Brian Orlando is not just the morning drive co-host at Long Island's 94.3 The Shark, but a second-generation psychic who uses the energy of song to help guide others.  His powerful status connects him with not only the local community but with music legends like Corey Taylor (Slipknot), Gavin Rossdale (Bush), and Kevin Martin (Candlebox).  A unique journey that added another talent to his resume, as he is also the author of Rock and Soul Tarot.Hosts Rich DeSisto and Steve Raymond uncover how Brian leveraged authentic conversations, not just typical interviews with rockstars to create unforgettable moments on-air, including on-the-spot performances and even a live radio proposal! You'll hear how he convinced musicians to jam live in the studio, stories about partnering with stars from Anthrax to Candlebox, and his heartfelt approach to radio philanthropy.  Like organizing a 24-hour telethon for Angela's House and a star-studded mental health awareness campaign after Chris Cornell's death.Brian opens up about how music saved his life as a teen, the healing power of songs like Blondie's "Heart of Glass," Soul Asylum's "Runaway Train," and Candlebox's "Far Behind," and the parallels between tarot and rock storytelling. Discover his journey from truck driver to on-air talent, the challenges of breaking into radio, navigating rejection, and his honest reflections on personal growth, intuition, and mental health.Topping it off, Brian shares a group tarot reading for radio professionals facing transitions and offers motivational advice for creators, broadcasters, and music fans confronting change.Whether you're into radio, classic rock, tarot, or stories of resilience and reinvention, this conversation is packed with behind-the-scenes tales, learning moments, and inspiration for anyone passionate about music, broadcasting, or self-discovery.(00:00) "Brian's Selfless Journey Through Radio"(5:13) Kazoo-Talica Charity Promotion(8:49) "Unexpected Interview and Connection"(12:13) "Song Mashup Instructions"(15:51) The Humility of Psychic Work(16:55) Music's Healing Power(20:26) "Candlebox Memories and Friendship"(24:53) Angela's House Charity Telethon Idea(27:31) "Chris Cornell Tribute Broadcast"(32:52) Father's Critique of Radio DJs(35:46) "Weekend Radio Memories, 2008"(39:58) "Radio: More Than a Novelty"(41:46) Radio Job Rejection Reflections(46:12) Rigid Interviews Lack Connection(46:53) Radio Career Connection Story(51:53) "Radio Audition Leads to Opportunity"(54:33) "Overcoming Comparison and Moving Forward"(57:20) "Embracing Change and New Paths"(59:51) "Rock and Soul Tarot Promo"Click here to make a donation to Angela's HouseClick here to purchase Rock n Soul TarotYou can download or stream every episode of AIRCHECK from Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. You can also listen on YouTube. Ask your Smart Speaker to “Play Aircheck Podcast”.If you're a radio vet with a story to tell we want to hear from you.Email us at Aircheckme@gmail.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aircheckmeTell us what you think and your favorite episode!

Her Inner Circle: Pull up a chair, girlfriend, your circle is waitingThe holidays have a way of revealing the truth about our friendships. Who feels safe. Who feels draining. Who shows up. And who quietly fades. In this episode of Her Inner Circle, we have an honest conversation about navigating female friendships during the most emotionally charged time of the year.​​We talk about the pressure created by holiday social media, the unspoken expectations between girlfriends, and why this season can magnify resentment, comparison, and disconnection. We explore setting boundaries without guilt, recognizing when a friendship has run its course, embracing imperfection in relationships, and giving yourself permission to choose peace over people pleasing.​​This episode is for the woman who feels tension in her friendships, is questioning certain connections, or is craving deeper, more authentic relationships instead of surface level holiday cheer. If you have ever left a gathering feeling heavy, unseen, or emotionally exhausted by friendships that no longer fit, this conversation will resonate deeply. Listen now and remind yourself that real connection should feel supportive, not stressful.​​#HerInnerCircle #HealthyFriendships #OnlineCommunity​​Connect with Darien: https://www.facebook.com/darien.basil​Connect with Katie: https://www.facebook.com/KatieHalleLambert​​Tune in now on YouTube (@momnationUSA) or your favorite podcast platform under MomNation Talk Radio. Like, subscribe, and share to help other moms find this empowering conversation. ​ ​​Brought to you by Team EvoAZ at eXp Realty and The Zen Den of Gilbert AZ. ​

In this episode, I guide you through the emotional terrain of setting boundaries, especially during the holidays, without guilt, shame, or disconnection. We explore the difference between a boundary and an ultimatum, how to honor your nervous system while still staying connected to loved ones, and why validation is essential when expressing your limits with compassion.I also dive into the importance of culturally sensitive boundary setting, highlighting how our upbringing and cultural values shape the way we approach family, obligation, and personal autonomy. Drawing from current research and real-life client conversations, I offer gentle yet effective re-frames that help you protect your peace while preserving the relationships that matter most.Plus, I share five boundary scripts you can use right away; whether you're navigating gift-giving pressure, overcommitment, political debates at the dinner table, or simply honoring your emotional and financial bandwidth. ♾ In a fast-paced world like the one we live in, time is one of our most important assets. For a few minutes every episode, I, Tannaz Hosseinpour, will be discussing topics that aim to enhance the quality of your life, by helping you feel empowered to take inspired action on your personal growth journey.Connect with me for daily insights:InstagramFacebookTikTokMore resources available on www.minutesongrowth.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Bram's Winter Quest: Discovering Friendship's Hidden Treasure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-12-15-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het was een koude winteravond in Amsterdam.En: It was a cold winter evening in Amsterdam.Nl: De stad schitterde in het licht van Sinterklaas.En: The city glistened in the light of Sinterklaas.Nl: Bram, een jonge man vol nieuwsgierigheid naar oude verhalen, zat samen met zijn vrienden Sofie en Max in een rondvaartboot op de grachten.En: Bram, a young man filled with curiosity about old stories, sat with his friends Sofie and Max on a canal boat in the canals.Nl: De lucht was scherp en helder, de feestelijke lichtjes weerspiegelden in het donkere water.En: The air was sharp and clear, the festive lights reflecting in the dark water.Nl: Terwijl de boot onder de verlichte bruggen doorgleed, staarde Bram uit over het water.En: As the boat glided under the lit bridges, Bram stared out over the water.Nl: Plots viel zijn blik op iets vreemds naast zich op de bank.En: Suddenly, his eyes fell on something strange next to him on the bench.Nl: Het was een oud, vergeeld stuk papier.En: It was an old, yellowed piece of paper.Nl: Zijn hart klopte sneller terwijl hij het voorzichtig openvouwde.En: His heart beat faster as he carefully unfolded it.Nl: Het was een kaart, getekend in complexe lijnen en vreemde symbolen.En: It was a map, drawn with complex lines and strange symbols.Nl: Er stond een kruis ergens midden in het centrum van de stad.En: There was a cross somewhere in the center of the city.Nl: "Sofie, Max, kijk eens!"En: "Sofie, Max, look!"Nl: zei Bram enthousiast.En: said Bram excitedly.Nl: "Ik denk dat dit een schatkaart is!"En: "I think this is a treasure map!"Nl: Sofie lachte en schudde haar hoofd.En: Sofie laughed and shook her head.Nl: "Bram, het is vast een grap.En: "Bram, it's surely a joke.Nl: Het is Sinterklaas, iedereen is in de stemming voor verhalen."En: It's Sinterklaas, everyone is in the mood for stories."Nl: Max keek op van zijn glühwein.En: Max looked up from his glühwein.Nl: "Ja, kom op Bram, laten we genieten van de feestdagen."En: "Yeah, come on Bram, let's enjoy the holidays."Nl: Maar Bram was te gefascineerd om het op te geven.En: But Bram was too fascinated to give up.Nl: Ergens voelde hij dat dit zijn kans was op avontuur.En: Somewhere, he felt that this was his chance for adventure.Nl: Die nacht, terwijl Amsterdam in feeststemming verkeerde, besloot hij weg te sluipen om het mysterie van de kaart te ontrafelen.En: That night, while Amsterdam was in a festive mood, he decided to slip away to unravel the mystery of the map.Nl: De aanwijzingen op de kaart leidden Bram door de kronkelige straatjes van de stad, onder met sneeuw bedekte bomen door en langs de drukke wintermarkten.En: The clues on the map led Bram through the winding streets of the city, under snow-covered trees and past the busy winter markets.Nl: Elke stap bracht hem dichter bij een antwoord dat hij niet kende maar hoopte te vinden.En: Every step brought him closer to an answer he didn't know but hoped to find.Nl: Hij stond uiteindelijk stil voor een oude brug.En: He eventually stopped in front of an old bridge.Nl: Onder de brug vond hij een verroeste oude kist, precies zoals de kaart had aangegeven.En: Under the bridge, he found a rusty old chest, just as the map had indicated.Nl: Met enige moeite kreeg hij de sloten van de kist open.En: With some effort, he managed to open the locks of the chest.Nl: Binnenin vond hij geen goud en juwelen, maar een verzameling oude brieven en kleine voorwerpen.En: Inside, he found no gold and jewels, but a collection of old letters and small objects.Nl: Verward en gefascineerd begon hij de brieven te lezen.En: Confused and fascinated, he began to read the letters.Nl: Het waren de verhalen van vrienden, van gedeelde avonturen en ontdekkingen, achtergelaten door iemand lang geleden.En: They were stories of friends, of shared adventures and discoveries, left behind by someone long ago.Nl: Elk stuk papier sprak van de waarde van vriendschap en avontuur, meer waardevol dan enige schat.En: Each piece of paper spoke of the value of friendship and adventure, more valuable than any treasure.Nl: Bram stopte de brieven voorzichtig terug in de kist.En: Bram carefully put the letters back in the chest.Nl: Hij voelde zich vreemd tevreden.En: He felt strangely content.Nl: Het avontuur zelf en de verbinding die zijn ontdekkingen onthulden hadden hem een nieuw perspectief gegeven.En: The adventure itself and the connections his discoveries revealed had given him a new perspective.Nl: De ware schat was nooit materieel geweest maar lag in de reis en in de mensen om hem heen.En: The true treasure had never been material but lay in the journey and in the people around him.Nl: Met een glimlach keerde hij terug naar zijn vrienden.En: With a smile, he returned to his friends.Nl: De feestelijke muziek en het gelach omarmden hem als een warme deken.En: The festive music and laughter embraced him like a warm blanket.Nl: Sofie en Max stonden te wachten met warme chocolademelk.En: Sofie and Max were waiting with hot chocolate.Nl: "En?"En: "And?"Nl: vroeg Sofie nieuwsgierig.En: asked Sofie curiously.Nl: "Heb je je schat gevonden?"En: "Did you find your treasure?"Nl: Bram knikte met een zachte glimlach.En: Bram nodded with a soft smile.Nl: "Ja," zei hij.En: "Yes," he said.Nl: "Meer dan je je kunt voorstellen."En: "More than you can imagine."Nl: Het was Sinterklaasavond, en terwijl de stad verder vierde, wist Bram dat hij niet alleen een schat had gevonden, maar ook zichzelf een beetje beter had leren kennen, omgeven door vrienden en een wereld vol wonderen.En: It was Sinterklaas evening, and while the city continued to celebrate, Bram knew that he had not only found a treasure but had also learned a bit more about himself, surrounded by friends and a world full of wonders. Vocabulary Words:glistened: schitterdecuriosity: nieuwsgierigheidcanal: grachtlit: verlichtesharp: scherpglided: doorgleedstrange: vreemdbenches: bankenyellowed: vergeeldcomplex: complexsymbols: symbolenlaugh: lachtefascinated: gefascineerdunravel: ontrafelenwinding: kronkelingcovered: bedektrusty: verroestechest: kistlocks: slotenjewels: juwelenconfused: verwardadventures: avonturencontent: tevredenconnections: verbindingenperspective: perspectieftreasure: schatjourney: reislaughed: gelachblanket: dekenembraced: omarmden

Five years into planting The Way Church in Vancouver and five years into The Pastorate, Jason steps into the guest chair to reflect on what he's seeing in the Canadian church and what gives him real hope for pastors today. In this role-reversal episode, Jordan interviews Jason about his life as a local pastor, the story behind The Pastorate, and why he still wants to serve pastors as a practitioner, not a commentator.Jordan and Jason talk about:How Jason's pastoral curiosity shapes the way he hosts the podcast and listens to guests,Planting The Way Church during the pandemic and how that journey has run alongside The Pastorate's first five years,A concrete story of church revitalization through The Way's “marriage” with Sutherland Church in North Vancouver, and what it meant for legacy, humility, and hope,The current pastoral landscape in Canada: a shortage of pastors, but a deep hunger, especially among younger leaders, for character, depth, and a real life with God,The power of small pastoral cohorts and friendships: sharing burdens, praying together, rejoicing and mourning with one another, as a key to staying in ministry for the long haul,What's next for The Pastorate: retreats, cohorts, city meetups, and the dream of a national gathering that centres on Jesus and the renewal of the church in Canada.The episode ends with Jason speaking directly to pastors, a reminder that God's kingdom is at hand, that shepherding a local church is costly and precious work, and that one day in the new creation, the unseen faithfulness of ordinary pastors and congregations will matter more than we can even begin to imagine.Show NotesAlex and Caleb's Story | a film by The PastorateAaron's Story | a film by The PastorateThe Way ChurchThe Way CollegeGive to The Pastorate's Year End CampaignEmerging Leaders Lab ApplicationPartnersWe couldn't do the work we do at The Pastorate without your generous support. We invite you to pray, share, and ⁠give⁠ towards seeding a hope-filled future for the Canadian church.Special thanks to the Canadian Bible Society for making this episode possible. We invite you to explore their ⁠Bible Course⁠ to help your church grow in Scripture engagement.

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Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Navigating the Snow: A Christmas Journey of Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-12-15-23-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Al cor dels Pirineus, els plans de Núria, Oriol i Guillem semblaven senzills.En: In the heart of the Pirineus, the plans of Núria, Oriol, and Guillem seemed simple.Ca: Volien arribar a una cabana remota per celebrar Nadal anticipadament.En: They wanted to reach a remote cabin to celebrate Christmas early.Ca: El cotxe estava carregat amb provisions i somnis.En: The car was loaded with provisions and dreams.Ca: Però, el clima a les muntanyes és imprevisible, fins i tot per a l'hivern.En: However, the weather in the mountains is unpredictable, even for winter.Ca: Núria conduïa, plena d'energia.En: Núria was driving, full of energy.Ca: Oriol, al seient del copilot, mirava amb inquietud les previsions del temps.En: Oriol, in the passenger seat, anxiously checked the weather forecasts.Ca: "Hi ha una tempesta prevista," va dir.En: "There's a storm predicted," he said.Ca: "Hauríem de parar.En: "We should stop."Ca: ""Ningú vol perdre's aquest viatge," va replicar Núria amb entusiasme.En: "No one wants to miss this trip," Núria replied enthusiastically.Ca: "Trobarem una manera de passar.En: "We'll find a way to get through."Ca: "Guillem, al seient del darrere, confiava en els seus amics.En: Guillem, in the back seat, trusted his friends.Ca: "Fem el que cregueu millor," va dir somrient.En: "Do whatever you think is best," he said with a smile.Ca: A mesura que avançaven, els flocs de neu es convertien en un mur blanc.En: As they moved forward, the snowflakes turned into a white wall.Ca: Els arbres alts s'omplien de glaç, i el camí es feia cada cop més complicat.En: The tall trees became covered with ice, and the road grew increasingly complicated.Ca: La neu queia més forta del pronosticat.En: The snow fell harder than anticipated.Ca: La carretera principal era un mar de blancor.En: The main road was a sea of whiteness.Ca: Núria, sempre amb ganes d'aventura, va suggerir un camí més curt.En: Always eager for adventure, Núria suggested a shorter route.Ca: "Podem provar aquell caminet allà, al costat del bosc," va proposar.En: "We can try that path over there, by the side of the forest," she proposed.Ca: Oriol va frunzir el front.En: Oriol frowned.Ca: "És massa arriscat.En: "It's too risky.Ca: Qui sap com és el camí," va respondre, preocupat.En: Who knows what the path is like," he responded, concerned.Ca: Guillem es va quedar en silenci, pesant les opcions.En: Guillem remained silent, weighing the options.Ca: Finalment, va decidir.En: Finally, he decided.Ca: "Fem un intent.En: "Let's give it a try.Ca: Però, amb compte.En: But, with caution."Ca: "Van girar pel camí menys transitat.En: They turned onto the less-traveled path.Ca: Els primers minuts van ser emocionants, però la tempesta es va intensificar.En: The first few minutes were thrilling, but the storm intensified.Ca: Sobtadament, el cotxe es va aturar.En: Suddenly, the car stopped.Ca: Les rodes, atrapades en la neu.En: The wheels, trapped in the snow.Ca: Havien comès un error.En: They had made a mistake.Ca: "Ho intentarem," va dir Núria, amb el cap fred.En: "We'll try," said Núria, keeping a cool head.Ca: Van sortir, sentint la força del vent al rostre.En: They got out, feeling the strength of the wind on their faces.Ca: Amb pales i mans, van desenterrar les rodes.En: With shovels and hands, they dug out the wheels.Ca: Oriol es va mantenir serè, cridant les instruccions.En: Oriol remained calm, shouting instructions.Ca: Guillem els va animar, amb paraules d'encoratjament.En: Guillem encouraged them, with words of encouragement.Ca: Després de molta feina, alliberaren el cotxe.En: After much effort, they freed the car.Ca: Però ja era tard, i la tempesta no cessava.En: But it was already late, and the storm didn't let up.Ca: "Millor busquem refugi aquí," va suggerir Oriol, senyalant un clar on podrien parar segurs.En: "We better find shelter here," suggested Oriol, pointing to a clearing where they could safely stop.Ca: Van muntar una petita tenda, protegits pels arbres.En: They set up a small tent, protected by the trees.Ca: Amb mantes i una mica de menjar, es van acomodar.En: With blankets and a bit of food, they settled in.Ca: L'arc de llum del foc minorava el fred i les preocupacions.En: The arc of light from the fire lessened the cold and their worries.Ca: Núria va comprendre que, de vegades, prudència és la millor aventura.En: Núria understood that, sometimes, caution is the best adventure.Ca: Oriol va descobrir la seva capacitat per controlar la situació.En: Oriol discovered his ability to handle the situation.Ca: Guillem, sempre el pont entre els amics, va veure el valor del seu paper.En: Guillem, always the bridge between friends, saw the value of his role.Ca: L'endemà, amb el cel clar, van reprendre el camí.En: The next day, with a clear sky, they resumed the journey.Ca: Després de la tempesta, l'aire era pur, i les muntanyes lluïen amb majestuositat.En: After the storm, the air was pure, and the mountains shone with majesty.Ca: Havien après una lliçó sobirana, i Nadal seria memorable.En: They had learned a sovereign lesson, and Christmas would be memorable.Ca: El futur encara era brillant, i l'amistat més forta que mai.En: The future was still bright, and their friendship stronger than ever.Ca: Els somnis continuaven, il·luminant el seu viatge a la cabana.En: The dreams continued, illuminating their journey to the cabin.Ca: La màgia de l'hivern els havia regalat una història per explicar, plena d'emoció, dificultats i triomf compartit.En: The magic of winter had gifted them a story to tell, full of excitement, challenges, and shared triumph. Vocabulary Words:plans: els plansprovisions: les provisionsweather: el climaunpredictable: imprevisibleforecast: les previsionspassenger seat: el seient del copilotstorm: la tempestarisk: el risccaution: la prudènciashelter: el refugiclearing: el clarblankets: les mantesarc of light: l'arc de llumadventure: l'aventuralesson: la lliçósovereign: sobiranamajesty: la majestuositatdreams: els somnischallenge: el reptetriumph: el triomfshovel: la palaproposed: proposartrusted: confiarshorter: més curtthrilling: emocionantintensified: es va intensificartrapped: atrapadesfreed: alliberarenbright: brillantilluminating: il·luminant

This week, Ricky and Bonnie discuss how to approach conversations with teens about navigating their LGBTQ+ friendships with truth and grace. In a culture where everything screams that love is agreeing 100% with another's decisions, young people can struggle with honoring Christ and honoring their friends simultaneously, and Ricky and Bonnie are here to give tips for discussing these things with teens.

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In this special episode, we're joined once again by two extraordinary figures in the world of opera, mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade, affectionately known as Flicka, and composer Jake Heggie. Flicka has graced the great opera houses and concert halls for over four decades, known for her captivating performances in roles by Rossini and Bellini, as well as her powerful interpretations of modern works like Heggie's own operas, including Dead Man Walking. Jake is renowned for his operas, having created over ten full-length works, including the widely acclaimed Moby-Dick and, of course, Dead Man Walking.In Part 1, we delve into their creative partnership, particularly focusing on their song cycle Paper Wings, inspired by Flicka's children. They share personal stories about the songs that resonate universally, illustrating how specific experiences can lead to broader emotional connections in art. The discussion also touches on the joy of collaborating and the importance of maintaining humor in their performances.[Subscriber Content] In Part 2, Jake and Flicka reveal more about their personal journeys with music and performance, including the importance of pushing through those dreaded "bad days" where things just don't seem to work right. Flicka discusses the emotional depth in her interpretations, while Jake reflects on the significance of trust in music. Their insights provide a deeper understanding of the art of singing, composing, and music in general enriching the listener's appreciation for the nuances of opera and lyrical storytelling. Listen in for a heartwarming conversation filled with memories, laughter, and profound insights into the world of music and creativity.Would you like more inspirational stories, suggestions, insights, and a place to continue the conversations with other listeners? Visit anthonyplog-on-music.supercast.com to learn more! As a Contributing Listener of "Anthony Plog on Music," you'll have access to extra premium content and benefits including: Extra Audio Content: Only available to Contributing Listeners. Podcast Reflections: Tony's written recaps and thoughts on past interviews, including valuable tips and suggestions for students. Ask Me Anything: Both as written messages and occasional member-only Zoom sessions. The Show's Discord Server: Where conversations about interviews, show suggestions, and questions happen. It's a great place to meet other listeners and chat about all things music! Can I just donate instead of subscribing? Absolutely! Cancel at anytime and easily resubscribe when you want all that extra content again. Learn more about becoming a Contributing Listener @ anthonyplog-on-music.supercast.com!

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: A Winter Quest: Discovering Magic and Friendship in Keukenhof Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-12-14-08-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De lucht was ijzig blauw, en de geur van verse sneeuw hing in de lucht boven Keukenhof Gardens.En: The sky was icy blue, and the scent of fresh snow hung in the air above Keukenhof Gardens.Nl: De winter had het park getransformeerd in een magische wonderland.En: Winter had transformed the park into a magical wonderland.Nl: Sprookjesachtige lichtjes fonkelden langs de paden, en delicate ijssculpturen stonden trots naast de kale bomen.En: Fairy-tale lights twinkled along the paths, and delicate ice sculptures stood proudly next to the bare trees.Nl: Het was kerstavond, en overal klonk zachtjes klassieke kerstmuziek.En: It was Christmas Eve, and soft classical Christmas music played everywhere.Nl: Sanne liep door het park, diep in gedachten verzonken.En: Sanne walked through the park, deep in thought.Nl: Ze droeg een dikke, wollen muts en een warme sjaal om zich tegen de kou te beschermen.En: She wore a thick, woolen hat and a warm scarf to protect herself against the cold.Nl: Als gepassioneerde tuinier was ze op zoek naar de mysterieuze wintertulp.En: As a passionate gardener, she was searching for the mysterious winter tulip.Nl: Volgens geruchten werd deze zeldzame bloem ergens in het park tentoongesteld, maar de precieze locatie bleef geheim.En: Rumor had it that this rare flower was on display somewhere in the park, but the exact location remained a secret.Nl: Niet ver bij haar vandaan was Bram, met zijn camera paraat.En: Not far from her was Bram, with his camera at the ready.Nl: Hij was op zoek naar het perfecte winterplaatje voor zijn portfolio.En: He was looking for the perfect winter shot for his portfolio.Nl: De ijsachtige schoonheid van het winterfestival had hem al meerdere mooie foto's opgeleverd, maar hij wilde iets bijzonders vangen, een moment dat de magie van de kerst zou vastleggen.En: The icy beauty of the winter festival had already provided him with several beautiful photos, but he wanted to capture something special, a moment that would encapsulate the magic of Christmas.Nl: Sanne en Bram ontmoetten elkaar bij een bedekt pad, hun paden kruisten elkaar als door een wonder.En: Sanne and Bram met on a covered path, their paths crossing as if by wonder.Nl: Sanne keek naar Bram, zijn camera stevig in zijn handen, en besloot dat ze wel wat hulp kon gebruiken.En: Sanne looked at Bram, his camera held firmly in his hands, and decided she could use some help.Nl: Bram, op zoek naar iets meer dan alleen een mooie foto, zag de vastberadenblik in Sanne's ogen en legde zijn spullen neer.En: Bram, looking for something more than just a beautiful photo, saw the determined look in Sanne's eyes and set down his gear.Nl: "Samen kunnen we die tulp vinden," stelde Sanne voor met een glimlach.En: "Together, we can find that tulip," Sanne suggested with a smile.Nl: "Jij bent goed met het ontdekken van mooie plekken, en ik kan je vertellen wanneer we hem hebben gevonden."En: "You're good at discovering beautiful places, and I can tell you when we've found it."Nl: Bram knikte.En: Bram nodded.Nl: "Laten we het proberen.En: "Let's give it a try.Nl: En misschien kunnen we iets vinden wat zelfs nog meer de moeite waard is."En: And maybe we can find something even more worthwhile."Nl: Ze liepen samen verder, hun adem als wolkjes in de koude lucht.En: They continued walking together, their breath forming little clouds in the cold air.Nl: De tijd tikte door, en de zon zakte langzaam lager, de dag was bijna voorbij.En: Time ticked by, and the sun sank slowly lower, the day was nearly over.Nl: Maar net toen ze dachten dat de zonsondergang hen te snel af zou zijn, werd hun geduld beloond.En: But just when they thought the sunset would beat them, their patience was rewarded.Nl: In een afgelegen open plek, omgeven door met rijp bedekte bomen, bloeide de wintertulp fier op de bevroren grond.En: In a secluded clearing, surrounded by frost-covered trees, the winter tulip bloomed proudly on the frozen ground.Nl: De bloem was prachtig met zijn rijke kleuren die fel afstaken tegen het witte sneeuwdek.En: The flower was stunning with its rich colors standing starkly against the white snow cover.Nl: Sanne's ogen straalden van vreugde en Bram maakte snel een aantal foto's.En: Sanne's eyes shone with joy, and Bram quickly took several photos.Nl: De foto's legden niet alleen de zeldzame schoonheid van de bloem vast, maar ook de warme glans in Sanne's glimlach.En: The photos captured not only the rare beauty of the flower but also the warm glow in Sanne's smile.Nl: De hemel begon te sneeuwen, kleine vlokken dwarrelden omlaag terwijl de schemering inviel.En: The sky began to snow, little flakes drifting down as twilight fell.Nl: Ze brak de stilte met een tevreden zucht.En: She broke the silence with a contented sigh.Nl: De lichten rondom hen flikkerden aan, verlichte kerstversieringen glommen vrolijk.En: The lights around them flickered on, illuminated Christmas decorations gleaming cheerfully.Nl: Met hun gloved handen samengevouwen om een mok verrukkelijke warme chocolademelk, zaten ze op een bankje en keken naar de fonkelende kerstlampjes.En: With their gloved hands wrapped around a mug of delightful hot chocolate, they sat on a bench and watched the twinkling Christmas lights.Nl: Samen beseften ze dat deze zoektocht hen niet alleen de perfecte foto en de perfecte bloem had gebracht, maar ook een onverwachte vriendschap.En: Together, they realized that this quest had brought them not only the perfect photo and the perfect flower but also an unexpected friendship.Nl: Sanne realiseerde zich dat niet alleen haar zoektocht naar kennis belangrijk was, maar ook de mensen die ze op haar pad ontmoette.En: Sanne realized that not only her quest for knowledge was important but also the people she met along the way.Nl: Bram ontdekte de voldoening van een verhaal dat verder ging dan alleen een beeld.En: Bram discovered the satisfaction of a story that went beyond just an image.Nl: Terwijl de laatste lichtjes aangingen, wisten ze dat dit kerstfeest een bijzondere herinnering werd, een herinnering aan vriendschap en onverwachte ontdekkingen.En: As the last lights came on, they knew that this Christmas celebration became a special memory, a memory of friendship and unexpected discoveries. Vocabulary Words:icy: ijzigtransformed: getransformeerdmagical: magischewonderland: wonderlandfairy-tale: sprookjesachtigetwinkled: fonkeldendelicate: delicatesculptures: ijssculpturenpaths: padenpassionate: gepassioneerdegardener: tuinierrare: zeldzamerumor: geruchtenmysterious: mysterieuzesecret: geheimportfolio: portfolioencapsulate: vastleggendetermined: vastberadenbliksecluded: afgelegenclearing: open plekbloomed: bloeidefrost-covered: met rijp bedekteglow: glanstwilight: schemeringcontented: tevredenflickered: flikkerdendelightful: verrukkelijkefriendship: vriendschaprealization: realiseerdediscovery: ontdekkingen

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Friendship with Jesus means He is present with us in every moment, meeting us in exactly the way we need—not distant or conditional, but constant and faithful. Where we often get it wrong is reducing that friendship to feelings or emotional highs, when real friendship with Jesus is built on trust and surrender. True friendship with Jesus always leads to transformation, shaping who we are, how we live, and how we love. Scriptures: John 15: 12-17

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: A Christmas Eve Adventure: Friendship Shines Over Geirangerfjord Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-12-14-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Nordlyset danset over Geirangerfjord.En: The northern lights danced over the Geirangerfjord.No: Det var julaften.En: It was Christmas Eve.No: Lars, Ingrid, og Knut sto ved starten av stien.En: Lars, Ingrid, and Knut stood at the start of the trail.No: De ønsket å nå utsiktspunktet ved fjorden.En: They wanted to reach the viewpoint by the fjord.No: Det var vinter, og snøen lå tykk over landskapet.En: It was winter, and the snow lay thick over the landscape.No: Lars, alltid klar for eventyr, ledet an.En: Lars, always ready for adventure, led the way.No: Men på en glatte flekk snublet Lars.En: But on a slippery patch, Lars stumbled.No: Han landet skjevt, og et smerteskrik fylte luften.En: He landed awkwardly, and a cry of pain filled the air.No: "Å nei," sa Ingrid, som straks bøyde seg ned ved siden hans.En: "Oh no," said Ingrid, immediately bending down beside him.No: "Det ser ut som du har forstuing i ankelen.En: "It looks like you have a sprained ankle."No: "Knut, alltid praktisk, undersøkte foten.En: Knut, always practical, examined the foot.No: "Du kan ikke gå videre," sa han.En: "You can't go any further," he said.No: "Men vi kan ikke snu nå.En: "But we can't turn back now.No: Vi må finne en løsning.En: We have to find a solution."No: "Lars kjente skuffelsen, men han visste at Ingrid og Knut alltid hadde gode ideer.En: Lars felt disappointment, but he knew that Ingrid and Knut always had good ideas.No: Ingrid foreslo å bruke skogen rundt dem til noe nyttig.En: Ingrid suggested using the forest around them for something useful.No: "Hva om vi lager et julepiknik?En: "What if we make a Christmas picnic?No: Her, nærmest fjorden?En: Here, near the fjord?"No: "Knut hadde en annen tanke.En: Knut had another idea.No: "Hva om vi lager en improvisert slede?En: "What if we make an improvised sled?No: Så kan vi få deg til utsiktspunktet.En: Then we can get you to the viewpoint.No: Der kan vi ha en fin piknik.En: There we can have a nice picnic."No: "Ingrid nikket.En: Ingrid nodded.No: Hun samlet grener og Knut fant et stykke tau i sekken sin.En: She gathered branches, and Knut found a piece of rope in his backpack.No: Sammen jobbet de hardt og raskt.En: Together they worked hard and quickly.No: Lars, sittende på en stein, beundret vennenes oppfinnsomhet.En: Lars, sitting on a rock, admired his friends' ingenuity.No: Så, med gryende entusiasme, satte Knut håndverket i verk.En: Then, with growing enthusiasm, Knut set the craft into action.No: De plasserte Lars forsiktig på sleden.En: They carefully placed Lars on the sled.No: Ingrid tok tauet, og Knut hjalp til å trekke.En: Ingrid took the rope, and Knut helped pull.No: Små steg og stor besluttsomhet førte dem fremover.En: Small steps and great determination led them forward.No: Ved solnedgang nådde de toppen.En: By sunset, they reached the top.No: Fjorden under var et syn av skinnende is og myk snø.En: The fjord below was a sight of shimmering ice and soft snow.No: Ingrid ordnet med julematen.En: Ingrid arranged the Christmas food.No: Smørbrød og småkaker ble delt.En: Sandwiches and cookies were shared.No: Kakaoen var varm og trøstende.En: The cocoa was warm and comforting.No: Lars så utover landskapet.En: Lars looked out over the landscape.No: Han kjente takknemlighet.En: He felt gratitude.No: "Jeg ville aldri gjort dette uten dere," sa han.En: "I would never have done this without you," he said.No: Ingrid smilte, og Knut klappet ham på skulderen.En: Ingrid smiled, and Knut patted him on the shoulder.No: Sammenfulgte de med historier og latter mens solen gikk ned.En: Together, they continued with stories and laughter as the sun went down.No: Den oransje gløden reflekterte over snødekte fjell.En: The orange glow reflected over the snow-covered mountains.No: Lars lærte hvor viktig det var å være fleksibel, og at ekte venner alltid er der når det trengs.En: Lars learned how important it was to be flexible, and that true friends are always there when needed.No: Geirangerfjorden, med sitt storslåtte vinterteater, ble et minne de aldri ville glemme.En: The Geirangerfjord, with its magnificent winter theater, became a memory they would never forget.No: Det ble en jul med eventyr, vennskap og nye perspektiver.En: It turned into a Christmas of adventure, friendship, and new perspectives.No: En reise mot utsikten, mot lyset, og inspirasjonen av virkelig, ekte samhold.En: A journey towards the view, towards the light, and the inspiration of true, genuine togetherness. Vocabulary Words:northern lights: nordlysetfjord: fjordentrail: stienslippery: glattestumbled: snubletawkwardly: skjevtcry of pain: smerteskriksprained: forstuingdisappointment: skuffelsensolution: løsningforest: skogenimprovised: improvisertsled: sledeadmired: beundretingenuity: oppfinnsomhetenthusiasm: entusiasmeshimmering: skinnendegratitude: takknemlighetflexible: fleksibelgenuine: ektetogetherness: samholdmagnificent: storslåtteinspiration: inspirasjonenthick: tykkviewpoint: utsiktspunktetbending: bøydesolutions: løsningsmperspectives: perspektivercomforting: trøstendegrowing: gryende

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: A Frosty Festival of Friendship: Li Na's Winter Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-12-14-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 山村上冬的气氛已经很浓厚，空气中弥漫着松木的清香和远处壁炉的烟雾味。En: In the mountain village, the atmosphere of winter was already very strong, with the air filled with the fresh scent of pine wood and the smoky aroma from distant fireplaces.Zh: 村里的人们忙着为冬至节做准备。En: The villagers were busy preparing for the Dongzhi Festival.Zh: 李娜，是一位充满活力的年轻女子，总是对这个节日充满期待。En: Li Na, a vibrant young woman, always looked forward to this festival.Zh: 她想借此机会好好庆祝，但是内心却希望能够给多年前没见过的老朋友严留下美好的印象。En: She wanted to take this opportunity to celebrate properly, but in her heart, she hoped to leave a good impression on her old friend Yan, whom she hadn't seen for years.Zh: 这天早晨，李娜戴上暖和的围巾，走出家门。En: That morning, Li Na put on a warm scarf and stepped out of her house.Zh: 她要去村里的小店寻找节日装饰。En: She was heading to the village's little shop to look for festival decorations.Zh: 村里的冬天特别冷，厚厚的雪覆盖着地面。En: The winter in the village was particularly cold, with thick snow covering the ground.Zh: 她走进小店，发现里面的装饰品已经所剩无几了。En: She entered the shop and found that the decorations were already scarce.Zh: 由于大雪阻碍了货物的运输，选择很有限。En: Due to the heavy snow hindering the transportation of goods, the choices were very limited.Zh: 其他村民们也在挑选，不久就将余下的几样买走了。En: Other villagers were also picking out items, and soon the remaining decorations were quickly bought.Zh: 李娜心想：“这样下去，怎么能办好节日聚会呢？En: Li Na thought to herself, "At this rate, how can I hold a good festival gathering?"Zh: ”她下定决心，尽管天气寒冷，她还是要去附近的小镇看看。En: She resolved that despite the cold weather, she would go to the nearby town to have a look.Zh: 她希望能买到更独特的装饰品。En: She hoped to find more unique decorations.Zh: 她冒着风雪，一步步走向小镇。En: Braving the wind and snow, she took steps toward the small town.Zh: 在小镇上，李娜果然找到了许多漂亮的装饰品。En: In the town, as expected, Li Na found many beautiful decorations.Zh: 有彩色的灯笼，还有挂着吉祥图案的窗花。En: There were colorful lanterns and window ornaments with auspicious patterns.Zh: 她心满意足地挑选了一袋装饰品，准备返回村庄。En: Satisfied, she selected a bag of decorations and prepared to return to the village.Zh: 可就在这时，天空忽然飘起了大雪。En: Just then, heavy snow began to fall from the sky.Zh: 李娜艰难地踏上归途，风雪越来越大，她把围巾裹得更紧。En: Li Na struggled on her way back, as the wind and snow intensified.Zh: 她必须要在节日前赶回去，因为大家都在等待庆祝冬至节，她不想让家人和村民失望，也希望看到严对她努力的肯定。En: She wrapped her scarf tighter.Zh: 终于，李娜冒着风雪回到了村庄。En: She had to return before the festival because everyone was waiting to celebrate the Dongzhi Festival, and she didn't want to disappoint her family and fellow villagers.Zh: 她捧着一袋装饰品，村民们看到她的到来都非常开心。En: She also hoped to see Yan acknowledge her efforts.Zh: 大家一起帮她布置，村子立刻变得灯火辉煌。En: Finally, Li Na made her way back to the village through the wind and snow.Zh: 冬至节的气氛愈发热烈。En: As she held a bag of decorations, the villagers were very happy to see her arrive.Zh: 当晚，大家围坐在装饰着灯火的院子里，欢声笑语。En: Everyone helped her set up, and the village quickly lit up with a brilliant glow.Zh: 严特意走到李娜面前，对她说：“你的付出让这个节日更加特别。En: The atmosphere of the Dongzhi Festival grew even more lively.Zh: ”李娜的脸上露出了欣慰的微笑。En: That evening, everyone sat around in a courtyard decorated with lights, filled with laughter and joy.Zh: 通过这次经历，李娜明白了，不仅仅是装饰品能带来节日的快乐，更多的是努力和坚持的暖意。En: Yan specially approached Li Na and said, “Your efforts have made this festival more special.” A relieved smile appeared on Li Na's face.Zh: 村民们的笑脸就是对她最大的肯定。En: Through this experience, Li Na understood that it wasn't just the decorations that brought joy to the festival, but more so the warmth of effort and perseverance.Zh: 而严对她的赞美，更加坚定了她的信心。En: The smiling faces of the villagers were the greatest affirmation for her, and Yan's praise further strengthened her confidence.Zh: 冬至的夜晚，月亮高挂，雪地反射着微微光芒，整个村庄显得格外宁静而美丽。En: On the night of the Dongzhi, the moon hung high, the snow reflecting its faint light, making the entire village appear particularly tranquil and beautiful. Vocabulary Words:atmosphere: 气氛scent: 清香aroma: 烟雾味vibrant: 充满活力impression: 印象scarce: 所剩无几hinder: 阻碍resolve: 下定决心unique: 独特struggled: 艰难intensified: 越来越大acknowledge: 肯定perseverance: 坚持affirmation: 肯定tranquil: 宁静distant: 远处fireplaces: 壁炉prepare: 做准备celebrate: 庆祝decorate: 布置brave: 冒着auspicious: 吉祥courtyard: 院子laughter: 欢笑efforts: 付出praise: 赞美gathering: 聚会perseverance: 坚持reflection: 反射decorations: 装饰品

Ending Well: A Pruning Deep Dive  This is week six of the Ending Well series, and we're talking about something a lot of us are living through in real time: pruning—the cutting away, the stripping back, and the strange mercy of God doing holy surgery on our lives at the end of a hard year. "Every branch that does bear fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit." – John 15:2 ⏱ Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Intro + Why open enrollment and health insurance feel like a bad rite of passage 03:00 – CrowdHealth: what it is, how it works, and why it's different from insurance 06:00 – Week six of Ending Well: why pruning is the theme of this year 09:30 – Defining "pruning," "fruit," "wilderness," and "discipline" (without the Christianese) 15:30 – John 15 and how Blake accidentally prayed for pruning this year 20:00 – Wilderness seasons: dry, slow, hidden growth, and deep dependence on God 25:30 – Seven "flavors" of pruning Blake walked through this year 30:00 – Loss and closed doors: when God rips things out of your hands 36:00 – Being forced to slow down or stop: "You can't heal on the battlefield that broke you" 41:00 – Loneliness, isolation, and when God clears the table so you can hear His voice 46:00 – Idols exposed: productivity, performance, and the golden statue God started tearing down 52:00 – When God prunes even good things (like the gym, routines, and rhythms you love) 57:00 – "Show me the purpose, Lord": praying for clarity in the middle of the mess 1:02:00 – How pruning makes you more like Jesus and prepares you for the "next level" 1:08:00 – Toy bins, clutter, and why fewer branches can mean more joy 1:12:00 – How to walk through pruning differently next time: slow down, surrender, obey faster 1:17:00 – Being honest with God instead of stuffing frustration and disappointment 1:21:00 – Why opening your Bible became survival, not a checkbox 1:25:00 – Friendship breakups as pruning: betrayal, loneliness, and healing with a limp 1:30:00 – Counting the fruit at the end of a brutal year What This Episode Is Really About In this deep dive, Blake unpacks pruning not as a punishment but as proof that God cares too much to leave you overgrown and exhausted. You'll hear about: How this year's pruning looked like: job pivots relational shifts homeschooling struggles closed doors and changed direction Why pruning is always connected to fruit, but not the kind the world celebrates Not achievement, numbers, or hustle But love, joy, peace, wisdom, humility (Galatians 5:22–23) The difference between: Punishment vs. discipline Chaos vs. God's clarifying love (Hebrews 12:6) Seven "flavors" of pruning Blake walked through: Loss of things she thought she needed Doors slamming shut at the last second Conviction and refinement in hidden places Being forced to slow down or stop entirely Loneliness and isolation when life got too loud Idols exposed—especially productivity and performance The trimming of even good things to make room for better Blake also shares how her prayer shifted from: "God, why are You doing this?" to "Show me the purpose, Lord." 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Welcome to EVEMAS 12! Today we're diving into navigating friendships in your 20s — the healing, the heartbreak, the confusion, the growth, and everything in between. Your 20s are such a transformative time, and the friendships you keep during this decade truly shape the woman you become.In this episode, we talk about: