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Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Discovering Timeless Gifts in Yunnan's Mystical Rain Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-03-25-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 石林在春天的细雨中，显得更加神秘而壮丽。En: The Shilin is even more mysterious and magnificent in the light spring rain.Zh: 巨大的石灰岩形成犹如大自然雕刻的艺术品，不断吸引着游客。En: The massive limestone formations resemble nature's sculptures and continuously attract visitors.Zh: 市场上，小贩们忙着布置他们的摊位，售卖各种手工艺品，空气中弥漫着檀香和泥土的味道。En: In the market, vendors are busy setting up their stalls, selling various handicrafts, and the air is filled with the fragrance of sandalwood and earth.Zh: Zihan走在市场中。En: Zihan strolled through the market.Zh: 他刚到云南工作，迫不及待地想为祖母找到一件有意义的清明节礼物。En: He had just arrived in Yunnan for work and was eager to find a meaningful gift for his grandmother for the Qingming Festival.Zh: 他的朋友Minghao也在，他是当地人，对传统文化有着深厚的理解。En: His friend Minghao was with him; he's a local with a deep understanding of traditional culture.Zh: “Zihan，我们该从哪里开始？”Minghao问，声音与雨声交织在一起。En: “Zihan, where should we start?” Minghao asked, his voice mingling with the sound of the rain.Zh: “我也不知道。En: “I don't know either.Zh: 这里有好多东西。”Zihan说，眼里充满了好奇。En: There's so much here,” Zihan said, his eyes filled with curiosity.Zh: 他在一个卖手工木雕的小摊前停下，那些木雕很漂亮，但Zihan却感到少了些什么。En: He stopped in front of a small stall selling handcrafted wood carvings, and although the carvings were beautiful, Zihan felt like something was missing.Zh: “清明节不仅是买礼物，更重要的是心意，”Minghao提醒道，他能感受到Zihan的困惑和犹豫。En: “Qingming Festival is not just about buying gifts; what's more important is the intention,” Minghao reminded him, sensing Zihan's confusion and hesitation.Zh: Zihan点点头，但还是希望能找到一件特别的东西。En: Zihan nodded, but still hoped to find something special.Zh: 他们在市场中间走着，雨越下越大，但Zihan似乎没有注意到。En: They walked through the market, the rain getting heavier, but Zihan didn't seem to notice.Zh: 他想遍历每一个摊位，找到他所需的东西。En: He wanted to browse every stall to find what he needed.Zh: Minghao突然想到了什么。En: Suddenly, Minghao remembered something.Zh: 他对Zihan说：“我知道有一个匠人，他的作品都很特别。En: He said to Zihan, “I know an artisan whose works are very special.Zh: 或许他能帮你。”En: Maybe he can help you.”Zh: 他们顶着雨，走向那位匠人的小铺子。En: They braved the rain, making their way to the artisan's small shop.Zh: 雨声越来越强，他们终于到了。En: The sound of the rain grew louder as they finally arrived.Zh: 里面温暖而干燥，匠人正忙着雕刻新的作品。En: Inside, it was warm and dry, and the artisan was busy carving new pieces.Zh: 匠人微笑着迎接他们，然后展示了一个新的墨石，上面精心刻着家庭纽带的象征图案。En: The artisan greeted them with a smile, then showed a new inkstone, intricately carved with symbols of family ties.Zh: Zihan立刻被它吸引住了。En: Zihan was immediately captivated by it.Zh: “这是我最新的作品，可以象征家庭的永远联系。”匠人解释道。En: “This is my latest work, and it symbolizes the eternal bond of family,” the artisan explained.Zh: Zihan看着墨石，心中涌起一股暖流。En: Zihan looked at the inkstone, feeling a surge of warmth in his heart.Zh: 他知道这就是他一直在寻找的东西。En: He knew this was what he had been searching for.Zh: 它不仅美丽，还承载着深厚的文化意义。En: It was not only beautiful but also carried deep cultural significance.Zh: “我就买这个！”Zihan兴奋地说。En: “I'll take this!” Zihan said excitedly.Zh: 他感激地看着Minghao。En: He looked gratefully at Minghao.Zh: Minghao微微一笑，用笔在纸上写下了一段话，附在墨石上：“家是心灵的归宿。”En: Minghao smiled slightly and wrote a note on paper, attaching it to the inkstone: “Family is the home of the heart.”Zh: Zihan点点头，他明白了清明节的真正意义，不仅仅是纪念祖先，更是传递爱与连接。En: Zihan nodded, understanding the true meaning of the Qingming Festival: not only to commemorate ancestors but also to convey love and connection.Zh: 通过这次市场之行，Zihan加深了对传统文化的理解，也更加珍视人与人之间的情感纽带。En: Through this market visit, Zihan deepened his understanding of traditional culture and cherished the emotional bonds between people even more.Zh: 雨声依旧，但似乎变得更加柔和，就如同他们心中的宁静与满足。En: The rain continued, but it seemed softer, just like the peace and satisfaction in their hearts. Vocabulary Words:mysterious: 神秘magnificent: 壮丽limestone: 石灰岩formations: 形成vendors: 小贩stall: 摊位fragrance: 味道sandalwood: 檀香curiosity: 好奇handcrafted: 手工intention: 心意confusion: 困惑hesitation: 犹豫artisan: 匠人intricately: 精心inkstone: 墨石symbols: 象征captivated: 吸引eternal: 永远bond: 联系cultural: 文化significance: 意义gratefully: 感激ancestors: 祖先commemorate: 纪念convey: 传递bonds: 纽带cherished: 珍视emotional: 情感satisfaction: 满足

Fluent Fiction - French: A Gift of Wonder: Mathieu's Birthday Mission Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-03-16-22-34-01-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil printanier baignait les rues de lumière alors que Mathieu et Élodie entraient dans le musée des sciences.En: The spring sun bathed the streets in light as Mathieu and Élodie entered the science museum.Fr: Mathieu, avec sa grande écharpe bleue autour du cou, paraissait pensif.En: Mathieu, with his large blue scarf around his neck, appeared thoughtful.Fr: Sa sœur cadette fêterait bientôt son anniversaire, et il était décidé à lui trouver un cadeau spécial.En: His younger sister would soon celebrate her birthday, and he was determined to find her a special gift.Fr: "Elle adore les sciences," se disait-il, mais il doutait.En: "She loves science," he thought to himself, but he doubted.Fr: Élodie, à ses côtés, souriait avec enthousiasme.En: Élodie, beside him, smiled enthusiastically.Fr: "Ne t'inquiète pas, Mathieu, on va trouver quelque chose de parfait !"En: "Don't worry, Mathieu, we'll find something perfect!"Fr: Les salles du musée étaient remplies de rires d'enfants et de murmures curieux des visiteurs.En: The museum halls were filled with children's laughter and the curious whispers of visitors.Fr: Les expositions scintillantes éveillaient l'émerveillement de tous.En: The sparkling exhibits awakened wonder in everyone.Fr: Mathieu, pris dans ses pensées, avait presque oublié le bruit autour de lui.En: Mathieu, lost in thought, had almost forgotten the noise around him.Fr: Quand ils atteignirent la boutique du musée, ils furent accueillis par une explosion de couleurs.En: When they reached the museum's shop, they were greeted by an explosion of colors.Fr: Des étagères pleines de livres sur les planètes, des maquettes de dinosaures et des jouets sur les étoiles filantes.En: Shelves full of books about planets, dinosaur models, and toys about shooting stars.Fr: Mathieu fronça les sourcils, dépassé par tant de choix.En: Mathieu frowned, overwhelmed by so many choices.Fr: "Peut-être un livre sur l'astronomie ?"En: "Maybe a book on astronomy?"Fr: proposa Élodie, fouillant déjà dans une pile de volumes colorés.En: Élodie suggested, already rifling through a pile of colorful volumes.Fr: "Ou une maquette de squelette de dinosaure ?"En: "Or a dinosaur skeleton model?"Fr: Chaque suggestion d'Élodie, bien intentionnée, ajoutait à la confusion de Mathieu.En: Every suggestion from Élodie, well-intentioned, added to Mathieu's confusion.Fr: Il soupira et, un peu désespéré, se tourna vers le vendeur de la boutique, un jeune homme souriant avec un badge portant le nom "Alex".En: He sighed and, a bit desperate, turned to the shop's salesperson, a smiling young man with a badge bearing the name "Alex".Fr: "Excusez-moi, que recommanderiez-vous pour une petite fille qui aime les sciences ?"En: "Excuse me, what would you recommend for a little girl who loves science?"Fr: Alex sourit et désigna une série de kits scientifiques.En: Alex smiled and pointed to a series of scientific kits.Fr: "Ces petits coffrets sont très populaires.En: "These little kits are very popular.Fr: Les enfants adorent explorer et découvrir par eux-mêmes."En: Kids love to explore and discover on their own."Fr: Mathieu parcourut les étagères du regard avant de s'arrêter net.En: Mathieu scanned the shelves before stopping suddenly.Fr: Un kit sur la construction de volcans attira son attention.En: A kit on volcano construction caught his attention.Fr: Il se souvenait de la fois où, étant enfant, lui et sa sœur avaient essayé d'en fabriquer un avec du bicarbonate et du vinaigre, causant un vrai chaos dans la cuisine familiale.En: He remembered the time when, as a child, he and his sister had tried to make one with baking soda and vinegar, causing real chaos in the family kitchen.Fr: Rien que cet souvenir le fit sourire.En: Just the memory made him smile.Fr: "Je vais prendre celui-ci," dit-il, rempli d'une soudaine certitude.En: "I'll take this one," he said, filled with sudden certainty.Fr: Élodie applaudit et tapota son épaule.En: Élodie clapped and patted his shoulder.Fr: "Je savais que tu ferais le bon choix !"En: "I knew you'd make the right choice!"Fr: En quittant la boutique, Mathieu tenait fermement son achat, son cœur léger.En: Leaving the shop, Mathieu held his purchase firmly, his heart light.Fr: Il avait appris qu'il fallait parfois moins réfléchir et écouter ce que nous dit le cœur.En: He had learned that sometimes it's best to think less and listen to what the heart says.Fr: Il était sûr que sa sœur partagerait son enthousiasme pour ce cadeau.En: He was sure his sister would share his enthusiasm for this gift.Fr: À l'extérieur, le printemps continuait de fleurir, et Mathieu marchait avec Élodie, satisfait de son choix, prêt à célébrer avec sa petite sœur un anniversaire inoubliable.En: Outside, spring continued to bloom, and Mathieu walked with Élodie, satisfied with his choice, ready to celebrate with his little sister an unforgettable birthday. Vocabulary Words:the sunlight: la lumièrethe gift: le cadeauthoughtful: pensifto doubt: douterthe laughter: les riresto awaken: éveillerto frown: froncerto rifle (through): fouillerthe pile: la pileto sigh: soupirerdesperate: désespéréthe badge: le badgeto recommend: recommanderto explore: explorerthe explosion: l'explosionoverwhelmed: dépasséthe kit: le kitthe model: la maquetteto scan: parcourirto cause: causerthe chaos: le chaosthe choice: le choixthe skeleton: le squelettethe suggestion: la suggestionthe salesperson: le vendeurthe certainty: la certitudeto pat: tapoterto celebrate: célébrerto listen: écouterthe enthusiasm: l'enthousiasme

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: The Art of Thoughtful Gifting: One Manager's Quest for Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-03-13-22-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: בבוקר אביבי בצפון, במשרד הומה פעילות, קולות בומים-הקלדה ומדפסת נשמעים בכל פינה.En: On a spring morning in the north, in a bustling office filled with activity, the sounds of keyboard tapping and a printer can be heard everywhere.He: אווירה חגיגית שוררת במשרד בזכות פורים.En: A festive atmosphere prevails in the office thanks to Purim.He: תחפושות צבעוניות וטעמים מיוחדים של אוזני המן מתמזגים ברקע.En: Colorful costumes and special flavors of hamantaschen blend into the background.He: בתוך כל ההמולה הזאת עומד אבי, מנהל זוטר, וראשו מלא מחשבות על המטלה החשובה שעומדת לפניו: למצוא מתנה הולמת ליום ההולדת של עמיתו לעבודה.En: Amid all this hustle, stands Avi, a junior manager, his head full of thoughts about the important task ahead of him: finding an appropriate gift for his coworker's birthday.He: אבי באמת רצה להרשים את עמיתיו.En: Avi genuinely wanted to impress his colleagues.He: הוא ידע שמערכות יחסים טובות בעבודה קריטיות להצלחה.En: He knew that good relationships at work are critical to success.He: הוא היה לחוץ, לא בגלל פורים, אלא בגלל שהוא נאבק למצוא את המתנה המושלמת – כזו שתהיה אישית אך גם מתאימה לסביבה משרדית.En: He was stressed, not because of Purim, but because he was struggling to find the perfect gift – one that would be personal yet suitable for an office environment.He: אבי פנה לליאורה, רכזת משאבי אנוש שהייתה ידועה בעצותיה החכמות.En: Avi turned to Liora, the HR coordinator who was known for her wise advice.He: "ליאורה, אני צריך את עזרתך," הוא אמר בעדינות.En: "Liora, I need your help," he said gently.He: "אני רוצה לקנות מתנה לראובן, החבר בעבודה, אבל אני לא יודע מה יהיה מתאים."En: "I want to buy a gift for Reuven, my coworker, but I don't know what would be appropriate."He: ליאורה חייכה.En: Liora smiled.He: "נסה לחשוב על מה שהוא אוהב.En: "Try to think about what he likes.He: אולי משהו שיעזור לו בעבודה אבל גם יראה לו שחשבת עליו במיוחד."En: Maybe something that will help him at work but also show him that you thought of him specifically."He: אבי הודה לה והתחיל לחשוב ברצינות.En: Avi thanked her and started thinking seriously.He: כשעה אחר כך, הוא מצא את עצמו בחנות מתנות, בוחן מספר אפשרויות.En: About an hour later, he found himself in a gift shop, examining several options.He: הוא החזיק ביד אחת תיק מסמכים אלגנטי וביד השנייה חיפש בין מתנות אישיות שקשורות לתחביביו של ראובן.En: He held an elegant briefcase in one hand and, with the other, searched among personal gifts related to Reuven's hobbies.He: רגע ההחלטה הגיע, ושניות ספורות לפני הקופה, אבי בחר במתנה אישית; ספר אהוב על ראובן שהיה קשור לתחביביו.En: The moment of decision arrived, and seconds before the checkout, Avi chose a personal gift: a favorite book of Reuven that related to his hobbies.He: הוא צירף ברכה כתובה ביד, מלאה בכוונה טובה.En: He added a handwritten card filled with good intentions.He: ביום ההולדת של ראובן כולם התאספו במטבחון המשרדי לקפה ועוגה.En: On Reuven's birthday, everyone gathered in the office kitchenette for coffee and cake.He: אבי העניק את המתנה והחיוך הגדול על פניו של ראובן היה כל מה שהוא היה צריך.En: Avi presented the gift, and the big smile on Reuven's face was all he needed.He: זה חיזק את הקשר והראה לאבי שאלה לאו דווקא המתנות היוקרתיות שעושות את הרושם הגדול ביותר – אלא התשומת לב האישית.En: It strengthened their bond and showed Avi that it's not necessarily the extravagant gifts that make the greatest impression – but the personal attention.He: אבי חזר למשרדו עם התחושה שהצליח.En: Avi returned to his office with the feeling of success.He: הוא למד שהשמחה האמיתית מגיעה מהקשרים האישיים והכנה, ושהוא מתחיל לפתח את הביטחון הדרוש בעבודתו.En: He learned that true joy comes from personal and sincere connections, and that he was beginning to develop the necessary confidence in his work. Vocabulary Words:bustling: הומהfestive: חגיגיתprevails: שוררתcostumes: תחפושותstruggling: נאבקimpress: להרשיםappropriate: הולמתelegant: אלגנטיbriefcase: תיק מסמכיםextravagant: יוקרתיותrelationships: מערכות יחסיםgenuinely: באמתpersonal: אישיתimportant: חשובהconfidence: ביטחוןhobbies: תחביביםhandwritten: כתובה בידsincere: כנהconnections: קשריםmoment: רגעexamine: לבחוןkitchenette: מטבחוןintentions: כוונהbond: קשרstruggling: נאבקmingle: מתמזגיםcritical: קריטיותdecision: החלטהassembled: התאספוattention: תשומת לבBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Are you leaving money on the table when it comes to your taxes? If you're a small business owner, the answer is probably yes! In this episode, Danielle Hayden, CPA and founder of Kickstart Accounting, Inc., covers the essential tax deductions you should be using but might be missing or ignoring. From turning charitable donations into advertising dollars to maximizing deductions on equipment, training, and even paying your children, Danielle breaks down tax strategies that can save you money while still maintaining a healthy business in line with your goals.  Key Takeaways:  Charitable Donations Can Double as Marketing: Sponsoring events or donating branded items makes them deductible. Clothing & Equipment Expense Write-Offs: Add your logo to business attire as a uniform to make it a deductible expense, and really think through what personal expenses you use for your business, such as a new laptop or webcam. How to Make Gift Giving a Deduction: There are strict IRS limitations on gift giving, however gifting your employees or contractors with equipment that is pre-loaded with work content and/or branded is a way to gift as a deduction. Continuing Learning is a Business Expense: Whether it's a conference, a training session, or even a book, if it's an expense that contributes to your business and industry knowledge, no matter how small the cost, it is a business expense.  Retirement & Healthcare Expense Deductions: Utilize HSAs, IRAs, and other plans to save on taxes while securing your future.  Paying Your Children through Your Business: A structured payroll for your children not only is a tax deduction but also helps them build wealth, financial literacy, and their resume as a tax-paying individual.  Strategic Business Travel & The Augusta Rule: A well-timed conference or workshop can combine personal and business travel the right way to increase deductions. Plus, learn how the Augusta Rule can help business owners with tax-free rental income for 14 days per year. Balancing Tax Write-Offs with Your Business Goals: Deducting expenses is important for tax savings, but, depending on what you want out of your business, deducting too much does have an affect on the overall value of your business, so you want to make sure your write-offs are in line with your goals.  Topics Discussed: Pre-Tax vs. Post-Tax Spending (00:0:52 – 00:04:26) Charitable Donations as a Tax-Deductible Marketing Expense (00:06:51 – 00:07:39) Clothing & Equipment Deductions (00:08:10 – 00:08:57) Gift Giving as a Business Expense (00:10:22 – 00:11:25) Conferences, Training, & Learning Write-Offs (00:11:25 – 00:12:26) Retirement, HSA, and Healthcare Deductions (00:12:51 – 00:15:06) Paying Your Children (00:15:06 – 00:16:25) Capitalization Policy (00:16:26 – 00:17:53) Business Travel Write-Offs & The Augusta Rule (00:17:53 – 00:23:50) Striking the Balance between Deductions and Business Goals (00:20:02 – 00:24:27)   Resources: Episode 126 | Small Business Gift Giving: A Holiday Tax Guide Episode 136 | Health Care Tax Deductions for Small Business Owners Explained  Episode 137 | Can You Legally Hire Your Children?: How to Pay Your Kids, Get Tax Advantages, & Create Generational Wealth Episode 188 | Beyond the Business: Preparing for a Secure Retirement Free Gift | ‘How Much to Pay Yourself as a Business Owner' Calculator  KSA Tax Partners | https://ksataxpartners.com/    Book a Call with Kickstart Accounting, Inc.: https://www.kickstartaccountinginc.com/book    Connect with Kickstart Accounting, Inc.: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/Kickstartaccounting YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@businessbythebooks  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/kickstartaccountinginc  

Are you leaving money on the table when it comes to your taxes? If you're a small business owner, the answer is probably yes! In this episode, Danielle Hayden, CPA and founder of Kickstart Accounting, Inc., covers the essential tax deductions you should be using but might be missing or ignoring. From turning charitable donations into advertising dollars to maximizing deductions on equipment, training, and even paying your children, Danielle breaks down tax strategies that can save you money while still maintaining a healthy business in line with your goals.  Key Takeaways:  Charitable Donations Can Double as Marketing: Sponsoring events or donating branded items makes them deductible. Clothing & Equipment Expense Write-Offs: Add your logo to business attire as a uniform to make it a deductible expense, and really think through what personal expenses you use for your business, such as a new laptop or webcam. How to Make Gift Giving a Deduction: There are strict IRS limitations on gift giving, however gifting your employees or contractors with equipment that is pre-loaded with work content and/or branded is a way to gift as a deduction. Continuing Learning is a Business Expense: Whether it's a conference, a training session, or even a book, if it's an expense that contributes to your business and industry knowledge, no matter how small the cost, it is a business expense.  Retirement & Healthcare Expense Deductions: Utilize HSAs, IRAs, and other plans to save on taxes while securing your future.  Paying Your Children through Your Business: A structured payroll for your children not only is a tax deduction but also helps them build wealth, financial literacy, and their resume as a tax-paying individual.  Strategic Business Travel & The Augusta Rule: A well-timed conference or workshop can combine personal and business travel the right way to increase deductions. Plus, learn how the Augusta Rule can help business owners with tax-free rental income for 14 days per year. Balancing Tax Write-Offs with Your Business Goals: Deducting expenses is important for tax savings, but, depending on what you want out of your business, deducting too much does have an affect on the overall value of your business, so you want to make sure your write-offs are in line with your goals.  Topics Discussed: Pre-Tax vs. Post-Tax Spending (00:0:52 – 00:04:26) Charitable Donations as a Tax-Deductible Marketing Expense (00:06:51 – 00:07:39) Clothing & Equipment Deductions (00:08:10 – 00:08:57) Gift Giving as a Business Expense (00:10:22 – 00:11:25) Conferences, Training, & Learning Write-Offs (00:11:25 – 00:12:26) Retirement, HSA, and Healthcare Deductions (00:12:51 – 00:15:06) Paying Your Children (00:15:06 – 00:16:25) Capitalization Policy (00:16:26 – 00:17:53) Business Travel Write-Offs & The Augusta Rule (00:17:53 – 00:23:50) Striking the Balance between Deductions and Business Goals (00:20:02 – 00:24:27)   Resources: Episode 126 | Small Business Gift Giving: A Holiday Tax Guide Episode 136 | Health Care Tax Deductions for Small Business Owners Explained  Episode 137 | Can You Legally Hire Your Children?: How to Pay Your Kids, Get Tax Advantages, & Create Generational Wealth Episode 188 | Beyond the Business: Preparing for a Secure Retirement Free Gift | ‘How Much to Pay Yourself as a Business Owner' Calculator  KSA Tax Partners | https://ksataxpartners.com/    Book a Call with Kickstart Accounting, Inc.: https://www.kickstartaccountinginc.com/book    Connect with Kickstart Accounting, Inc.: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/Kickstartaccounting YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@businessbythebooks  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/kickstartaccountinginc  

Ephesians 4:7-10 The once humbled and now ascended Son conquers, gives, and fills all for his Church. The post Christ's Gift-Giving Ascent & Descent appeared first on Grace Presbyterian Church (PCA).

Feeling like you're carrying the mental load in your relationship? From scheduling doctor's appointments and driving the kids to school, to remembering birthdays and sending cards, the invisible labor of managing a household can create resentment and impact relationship satisfaction.    You're not alone. This week, we talk with licensed couple therapist Kate Engler about this often-unseen burden and why it's so prevalent. She'll explain how couples can work together to create a more equitable division of all household responsibilities – physical, mental, and emotional.    Learn how to move past defensiveness and towards real solutions that improve communication and strengthen your bond. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a more balanced and fulfilling partnership.   Topics: Invisible labor, mental load, relationship resentment, equitable division of labor, communication in relationships, assessing household responsibilities, addressing defensiveness, creating accountability, improving relationship satisfaction, scheduling, childcare, medical issues, birthdays, holidays, gift giving, household management   Find Kate here: https://threepointsrelationships.com/   Video link https://youtu.be/nwwYSHb0BF0 Did you enjoy this episode and would like to share some love?  

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Joy and Simplicity at the Festive Wàitān Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-02-23-23-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 外滩灯火辉煌，彩灯高挂，照亮冬日。En: The Wàitān was brilliantly lit, with colorful lights hanging high, illuminating the winter days.Zh: 人群熙熙攘攘，商店林立。En: The crowds bustled, and shops lined the streets.Zh: 空气中弥漫着街头小吃的香味，还有欢庆的声音。En: The air was filled with the scent of street food and the sound of celebrations.Zh: 梅和健在这里。En: Méi and Jiàn were here.Zh: 梅是一个周到细致的人。En: Méi is a thoughtful and meticulous person.Zh: 这次，她想给家人买完美的春节礼物。En: This time, she wanted to buy the perfect Chūnjié gift for her family.Zh: 健则乐观，喜欢享受节日的活力。En: Jiàn, on the other hand, was optimistic and loved to enjoy the festive energy.Zh: "今天真热闹！"健兴奋地说。En: "It's so lively today!" Jiàn exclaimed excitedly.Zh: "是啊，可这么多人，我怎么找合适的礼物呢？"梅有些担心。En: "Yes, but with so many people, how can I find the right gift?" Méi said, a little worried.Zh: 她们在商店间穿梭，店里人头攒动。En: They weaved through the shops, which were crowded with people.Zh: 梅从这个架子看到那个架子，挑来选去。En: Méi looked from one shelf to another, picking and choosing.Zh: “别太紧张了，梅。”健拍拍她的肩膀，“节日就该享受。”En: "Don't be too stressed, Méi," Jiàn patted her shoulder, "Festivals are meant to be enjoyed."Zh: “可是，我一定要找到让家人满意的东西。”梅说。En: "But I must find something that satisfies my family," Méi said.Zh: “有时候最简单的才是最好的，不如我们先去河边走走。”健提议。En: "Sometimes the simplest things are the best. How about we take a walk by the river first?" Jiàn suggested.Zh: 梅点头，En: Méi nodded.Zh: 虽然心里不大情愿，但她接受了健的建议。En: Although somewhat reluctant, she accepted Jiàn's suggestion.Zh: 她们走到黄浦江边，灯光在水面上闪烁，别有一番美。En: They walked to the edge of the Huángpǔ Jiāng, where the lights flickered on the water, creating a unique beauty.Zh: “看到这灯光，心情好很多。”梅说，微笑浮上脸庞。En: "Seeing these lights, I feel much better," Méi said, a smile appearing on her face.Zh: 她们坐在长椅上，欣赏着眼前的美景。En: They sat on a bench, appreciating the beautiful view before them.Zh: 梅忽然意识到，也许节日的意义不在于礼物，而在于和家人共度的时光。En: Méi suddenly realized that perhaps the meaning of the festival was not in the gifts but in the time spent with family.Zh: “我决定了，就买这些小饰品给家人。”梅笑着说道，“简单而美好。”En: "I've decided, I'll buy these little trinkets for my family," Méi said with a smile, "Simple and beautiful."Zh: 健点点头，“你看，这不就很好吗？”En: Jiàn nodded, "You see, isn't this great?"Zh: 最后，梅轻松了许多。En: In the end, Méi felt much more relaxed.Zh: 虽简单，但每个礼物都饱含心意。En: Though simple, each gift was full of thoughtfulness.Zh: 她明白，家人的快乐源于彼此相伴，而不是礼物的贵重。En: She understood that the family's happiness came from being together, not from the price of the gifts.Zh: 她决定享受这个时刻，不再过分追求完美。En: She decided to enjoy the moment and stop pursuing perfection excessively.Zh: 外滩的灯光依然耀眼，梅和健在欢声笑语中，度过了一个温暖的夜晚。En: The lights of Wàitān were still dazzling, and Méi and Jiàn spent a warm night laughing and chatting.Zh: 梅学会了放松，享受，这才是新年最美的礼物。En: Méi learned to relax and enjoy, which was the most beautiful gift of the new year. Vocabulary Words:brilliantly: 辉煌illuminating: 照亮meticulous: 细致crowded: 人头攒动thoughtful: 周到lively: 热闹exclaimed: 兴奋地说weaved: 穿梭reluctant: 不大情愿flickered: 闪烁unique: 别有appreciating: 欣赏trinkets: 小饰品pursuing: 追求excessively: 过分dazzling: 耀眼relaxed: 轻松hectic: 熙熙攘攘scent: 香味festive: 节日的sat: 坐在bench: 长椅realized: 意识到festivity: 欢庆smile: 微笑suggested: 提议nodded: 点头enjoy: 享受happiness: 快乐cheap: 简单

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Coach Nino Villa addresses questions from listeners regarding budgeting for gift giving, managing debt, and the importance of planning for spontaneous spending. He emphasizes the need for intentionality in financial planning, offering strategies for effective budgeting and debt elimination. The conversation highlights the significance of creating a financial plan that accommodates both necessary expenses and personal enjoyment, ensuring a balanced approach to money management.

What would your reaction be to having super strict guidelines on gift giving at parties? Plus - Its a would you rather Wednesday where we make you choose between emotional and physical pain, are you a FAFO parent, how the Toronto plane crash affects us psychologically... and more on today's Nat & Drew Show!

Today on Valentine in the Morning: We've all been given what we would consider to be the worst gifts in the world. We want to know what you've been gifted but can't stand. Later in Comouche's Court, a boyfriend wants to celebrate Valentines day at another time since his birthday falls on the same day, will the girlfriend get an equally romantic time for this compromise? Listen live every weekday from 5-10am pacific: https://www.iheart.com/live/1043-myfm-173/ Website: 1043myfm.com/valentine Instagram: @ValentineInTheMorningFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/valentineinthemorning TikTok: @ValentineInTheMorning

WeChat's new gift-giving feature lets you send gifts—but with a considerate twist: the recipient picks exactly what they want. In a culture where building connections is key, could this be a game-changer for gift-giving? Time to find out if this new feature is a hit or a miss! / Round Table's Happy Place (18:30)! On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushan

Love languages say gifts = love, but should we rethink the way we give? Women often take on the emotional and financial labour of gift-giving—planning, making, and wrapping—while men's gifts can sometimes feel like a quick fix for deeper issues. And with rising costs, is the pressure to give even sustainable? In this episode, we unpack the gendered side of gift-giving, the financial weight of presents, and whether it's time to break free from the expectation that love = stuff. Tune in as Leah discusses the politics of presents!Follow Leah Ruppanner at https://www.instagram.com/prof.leah/Follow the MissPerceived Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/missperceivedpodcast

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Valentine's Magic: A Heartwarming Aquarium Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-02-07-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 水族館は冬の寒さを忘れさせる場所です。En: Aquariums are places that help you forget the cold of winter.Ja: 水槽の中の魚たちはカラフルに泳ぎ、訪問者はその美しさに心を奪われています。En: The fish in the tanks swim colorfully, captivating the hearts of the visitors with their beauty.Ja: 水の音が心地よく響き、周りのどこからか楽しげな声が聞こえます。En: The sound of the water resonates pleasantly, and cheerful voices can be heard from somewhere nearby.Ja: そらは友だちのけんたと一緒にいました。En: Sora was there with his friend Kenta.Ja: 今日は特別な日、バレンタインデーです。En: Today is a special day, Valentine's Day.Ja: そらは内気で、いつも物事を慎重に考えます。En: Sora is shy and always thinks things through carefully.Ja: 今日は特別な人に贈るプレゼントを見つけたいと思っていました。En: He wanted to find a gift for a special person today.Ja: しかし、なかなか決断できません。En: However, he couldn't make a decision easily.Ja: 思ったのは、どんなプレゼントが喜ばれるだろうか、と。En: He pondered which gift would make someone happy.Ja: けんたはいつも元気で海の生き物が大好きです。En: Kenta is always energetic and loves sea creatures.Ja: 「そら、あそこに行ってみようよ！」と言って、けんたは水族館の中のショップに誘いました。En: "Hey Sora, let's check that place out!" he said, inviting Sora to the shop inside the aquarium.Ja: けんたの明るさは、そらを少し安心させました。En: Kenta's brightness made Sora feel a little more at ease.Ja: 二人はお土産ショップを歩きながら、そらのプレゼント探しを手伝います。En: The two of them walked through the souvenir shop, helping Sora in his search for a gift.Ja: 海の生き物を模したぬいぐるみやキーホルダー、絵本が並んでいます。En: There were plush toys, keychains, and picture books modeled after sea creatures lined up.Ja: しかし、そらはなかなか決められません。En: However, Sora still couldn't decide.Ja: 「何を選べばいいんだろう」とそらは思いました。En: "What should I choose?" Sora thought.Ja: 「そら、心配しないで。気に入るものが見つかるよ！」と、けんたは励まします。En: "Don't worry, Sora. You'll find something you like!" Kenta encouraged.Ja: しばらくして、そらの目に一つのペンダントが留まりました。En: After a while, a pendant caught Sora's eye.Ja: イルカの形をしたペンダントが光を反射しています。En: It was a dolphin-shaped pendant, sparkling in the light.Ja: 「これ、素敵じゃない？」けんたが言いました。En: "Isn't this lovely?" Kenta said.Ja: 「友だちと愛を表すイルカだよ」と、けんたは説明しました。En: "It's a dolphin representing friendship and love," Kenta explained.Ja: それを聞いて、そらの心は軽くなりました。En: Hearing this, Sora's heart felt lighter.Ja: イルカは友情や愛を象徴しています。En: Dolphins symbolize friendship and love.Ja: それならば、特別な人にぴったりだと感じました。En: With that in mind, he felt it was perfect for that special person.Ja: そらはついに決断しました。En: Sora finally made a decision.Ja: ペンダントを手に取り、レジに向かいました。En: He picked up the pendant and headed to the register.Ja: レジの人が笑顔で包んでくれます。En: The cashier wrapped it with a smile.Ja: そらは嬉しくて胸がいっぱいになりました。En: Sora felt so happy, his heart was full.Ja: 「ありがとう、けんた」と、そらは心から感謝しました。En: "Thank you, Kenta," Sora sincerely thanked him.Ja: この経験を通して、そらは自分の気持ちを表すことに自信を持ち始めたのです。En: Through this experience, Sora began to gain confidence in expressing his feelings.Ja: 水族館を出ると、外の空気は冷たかったけれど、そらの心はすっかり暖かくなっていました。En: When they left the aquarium, the air outside was cold, but Sora's heart was completely warm.Ja: 今日は、本当に素晴らしい日になりました。En: It really turned into a wonderful day.Ja: これからは、自分の気持ちを信じて素直になれる気がしたのです。En: He felt that from now on, he could trust his feelings and be more honest. Vocabulary Words:aquariums: 水族館captivating: 心を奪われるpleasingly: 心地よくpondered: 考えたenergetic: 元気creatures: 生き物souvenir: お土産plush: ぬいぐるみkeychains: キーホルダーrepresenting: 表すconfidence: 自信expressing: 表すsymbolize: 象徴するregister: レジsparkling: 光を反射しているpendant: ペンダントwrapped: 包んでcheerful: 楽しげなshy: 内気encouraged: 励ましますdecision: 決断honest: 素直visitors: 訪問者aquarium: 水族館carefully: 慎重にheartfelt: 心からgained: 持ち始めたwonderful: 素晴らしいtrust: 信じてinviting: 誘いました

Chris Williams welcomes Mackenzie Eddie to discuss parenting, the art of gift-giving, drones, aliens, and everything in between. Presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big Al, Zada, and Aimee tackle a wide range of topics in this engaging episode of the Third Wheel Podcast! From wild weather across the U.S. to funny anecdotes about Texans experiencing snow for the first time, and even some chatter about the Texas Black Ski Club. The trio also delves into the potential TikTok ban and the rise of RedNote, before sharing personal stories about Aimee's sister's 50th birthday, and some fun cooking plans. All this and more with laughs along the way. Don't miss the fun and heartfelt moments! 00:00 Introduction and Host Introductions 00:40 Technical Adjustments and Banter 01:53 Weather Talk and Snow Stories 05:49 Gift Giving and Forgetfulness 09:01 TikTok and RedNote Discussion 13:32 Birthday Plans and Sibling Rivalry 15:29 A Tale of Two Coats 16:46 Family Video Project 17:49 Emotional Birthday Messages 19:03 Sisterly Bond 23:04 Fitness Resolutions 25:43 Healthy Eating Journey 30:32 Upcoming Key West Stories 32:07 Podcast Sign-Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a while since Pom Tea & Earl Grey spilled the tea, but the ladies are back!On this episode, 'Today's Version of Consumerism', we get nostalgic over shopping malls, buying gifts during the holidays, the classic Black Friday deals, as well the stores we used to frequent - Nordstrom, Sam Goody, Bloomingdales, and more. We also spilled the tea on the fast fashion online boutiques, SHEIN and Fashion Nova, and how the quality of clothes has deteriorated over time. In addition, we touched on the rise of the influencer and how they impact the shopping experience, certain products, and how people make shopping decisions. Join us as we chat about so much more! If you want to tap more into the tea, click here: https://linktr.ee/thetearoompod.Facebook: bit.ly/TheTeaRoomFBX: bit.ly/TheTeaRoomTWRInstagram: bit.ly/TheTeaRoomIGKeep Sipping to hear more!

Lunar New Year's around the corner, so today we're spilling the tea on gift-giving in China—what's a hit, what's a miss, and what's downright taboo!Membership preview:On Tuesday 28th January MaoMi Chinese+, we're diving into a thought-provoking topic: why do some people choose not to return to their hometown for Chinese New Year? From family pressures to financial stress, we'll explore the hidden challenges behind this festive season. Tune in for real stories, cultural insights, and key vocabulary to deepen your understanding of modern Chinese life!Don't miss out! Interested in joining the membership? ⬇️Support MaoMi & Get exclusive   to premium content!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1426696/subscribe ↗️Transcript and translations are available on https://maomichinese.comInterested in any topics? Leave me a message on: https://maomichinese.com or https://www.instagram.com/maomichinese/?hl=enText me what you think :)Support the show

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Building Bridges with Gifts: Li Wei's Secret Santa Success Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-01-26-23-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个寒冷的冬日，公司的办公室里充满了中国新年的气氛。En: On a cold winter's day, the company's office was filled with the atmosphere of the Chinese New Year.Zh: 天花板上挂着红色的灯笼，墙上贴着精美的窗花。En: Red lanterns hung from the ceiling, and exquisite paper cuttings adorned the walls.Zh: 李伟坐在自己的办公桌前，望着窗外的雪花，心里却想着一件重要的事情：办公室的秘密圣诞老人交换礼物。En: Li Wei sat at his desk, gazing at the snowflakes outside, but he was thinking about something important: the office's secret Santa gift exchange.Zh: 李伟是个勤奋的员工，最近刚被晋升为团队的负责人。En: Li Wei was a diligent employee who had recently been promoted to team leader.Zh: 他在工作中表现得很自信，但他担心自己还未能很好地融入团队。En: He appeared confident in his work, but he worried that he hadn't integrated well with the team yet.Zh: 这次的秘密圣诞老人活动是一个很好的机会，可以拉近他和同事之间的距离。En: This secret Santa event was a great opportunity to bridge the gap between him and his colleagues.Zh: 他的目标是为张勇找到一个完美的礼物。En: His goal was to find the perfect gift for Zhang Yong.Zh: 张勇是个热爱传统文化的人，但李伟对此并不熟悉。En: Zhang Yong was someone who loved traditional culture, but Li Wei was not familiar with it.Zh: 他开始感到苦恼，既要找到有意义的礼物，又不能超出预算。En: He began to feel troubled, as he needed to find a meaningful gift without exceeding the budget.Zh: 经过一番考虑，李伟决定找个机会和张勇吃个轻松的午餐。En: After some consideration, Li Wei decided to find an opportunity to have a casual lunch with Zhang Yong.Zh: 在午餐期间，他可以随便聊聊，顺便了解一下张勇的喜好。En: During lunch, he could chat freely and learn more about Zhang Yong's preferences.Zh: 于是，李伟在周五的午休时间约了张勇去公司附近的一家餐馆吃饭。En: So, during Friday's lunch break, Li Wei invited Zhang Yong to a nearby restaurant for a meal.Zh: 两人坐下后，李伟开始聊起即将到来的中国新年，然后自然地转到了传统文化的话题上。En: After they sat down, Li Wei started talking about the upcoming Chinese New Year, naturally steering the conversation toward traditional culture.Zh: 出乎意料的是，张勇对传统文化的知识和热情令李伟深受启发。En: Unexpectedly, Zhang Yong's knowledge and passion for traditional culture greatly inspired Li Wei.Zh: 从张勇的叙述中，李伟了解到他特别喜欢传统的刺绣工艺。En: From Zhang Yong's description, Li Wei learned that he particularly liked traditional embroidery crafts.Zh: 午餐结束后，李伟心中已有了主意。En: After the lunch, Li Wei already had an idea.Zh: 他决定送给张勇一条带有传统图案的丝绸围巾。En: He decided to give Zhang Yong a silk scarf with traditional patterns.Zh: 到了交换礼物的那一天，办公室里热闹非凡，大家都在拆开自己收到的礼物。En: On the day of the gift exchange, the office was bustling with excitement, and everyone was opening their gifts.Zh: 张勇打开了李伟的礼物，看到那条精美的丝巾时脸上露出了惊喜的笑容。En: Zhang Yong opened Li Wei's gift and was surprised to see the exquisite scarf, a smile lighting up his face.Zh: “这真是太棒了，谢谢你，李伟！我非常喜欢。”张勇感动地说。En: "This is wonderful, thank you, Li Wei! I really like it," said Zhang Yong emotionally.Zh: 这一刻，李伟感到了一种从未有过的成就感。En: In that moment, Li Wei felt a sense of accomplishment he had never experienced before.Zh: 他明白了，只有通过真诚的互动，才能真正拉近和团队成员之间的距离。En: He understood that only through sincere interaction could he truly bridge the gap with his team members.Zh: 从此，李伟在与团队的交流中变得更加自信。En: From then on, Li Wei became more confident in his communication with the team.Zh: 他意识到，只要用心去了解，任何一份礼物、任何一次交流都能成为友谊的桥梁。En: He realized that as long as he put effort into understanding others, any gift or conversation could become a bridge of friendship. Vocabulary Words:atmosphere: 气氛exquisite: 精美adorned: 装饰diligent: 勤奋promoted: 晋升integrated: 融入colleagues: 同事traditional: 传统meaningful: 有意义casual: 轻松passion: 热情inspired: 启发embroidery: 刺绣bustling: 热闹accomplishment: 成就感sincere: 真诚interaction: 互动confident: 自信opportunity: 机会preferences: 喜好unexpectedly: 出乎意料description: 叙述opinion: 意见conversation: 交流exchange: 交换gap: 距离scarf: 围巾budget: 预算bridge: 桥梁seamless: 无缝的

Alexandra Urakova discusses her article, “”I do not want her, I am sure”: Commodities, Gifts, and Poisonous Gifts in Uncle Tom’s Cabin.” Professor Urakova sees gift giving in Uncle Tom’s Cabin as a disruption within the sentimental context of the narrative. Topsy and Orphelia, Eva and Tom, and Shelby and St. Clare are all complicated […]

Balancing Training and Holiday Cheer: Denise, Addie, and the Importance of Cross-Training In this episode of 'Becoming Ultra,' Denise and Addie discuss their recent training updates and balancing commitments during the holiday season. They cover the importance of maintaining a variety of workouts, incorporating cross-training, and staying motivated. Denise shares her insights on the benefit of hiking versus running and how cross-training like mountain biking can complement her running routine. They also delve into the pros and cons of different types of running shoes and the importance of finding the right fit according to personal needs. The conversation wraps up with holiday wishes and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset during the festive period.    00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 01:03 Holiday Cheer and Traditions 02:32 Gift Giving and Personal Touches 03:57 Running and Training Updates 09:55 Mountain Biking Adventures 13:02 Balancing Training and Life 23:09 Shoe Talk and Race Preparation 29:27 Conclusion and Holiday Wishes   The Becoming Ultra High Desert Trail Retreat! The Powderhorn Mt. Ultra and Vertical challenge!

The spotlight is on Bethany today as she focuses on her top ten suggestions, tips, and reminders for the loyal listeners of Managing Dental Drama. She reminds practice owners to put time, energy, and attention into plans and preparation for 2025. In order for 2025 to feel successful, a thoughtful reflection on 2024 is in order. She starts with reminding listeners of the importance of the nitty-gritty. Details matter! It's the perfect time of year to deep dive into expenses and documentation. It is also important to thoroughly evaluate the trends of 2024 so that 2025 goals can be set accordingly. She encourages listeners to do the hard work of self, team, and practice improvement. Plus, so much more! Get ready for 20 minutes of practical tips! LAST CHANCE - Don't forget the Managing Dental Drama Subscription! For December subscribers – Happy Holidays to you!! Dr. Kuba and Bethany are dropping TWO bonus episodes – “The Art of Gift Giving” and “Deescalating Patients in Insurance Conversations.” You don't want to miss these bonus episodes! Level 1 Subscribers – Get TWO bonus episodes for $0.67 per day! Level 2 Subscribers – Get bonus episodes AND a jam-packed digest for $1.67 per day! Level 3 Subscribers – Get bonus episodes AND the digest AND access to Dr. Kuba/Bethany's coaching for $6.67 per day! Managing Dental Drama Subscription **Apple users, we recommend that you sign up through the website first so that you aren't charged additional iOS fees. Once you've signed up, then you can download and utilize the app for subscription content.**Previous Episode Worth Revisiting:Dr. Kuba's Top Ten for Year EndDon't forget to check out our social media for moreManaging Dental Drama FBManaging Dental Drama IGConnect with the Managing Dental Drama Community!Managing Dental Drama Membership Club Sign UpWait! There's More!We want to hear YOUR voice!Text a 2-minute voice memo to 214.326.4605 with your questions, comments, real-life example, or tips for a chance to have YOUR voice on the air!

Wayne Resnick fills in for Bill Handel all this week. Gov. Newsom and healthcare. Selfish gift giving. Speakerphone violence. Heavy Petting: Animal stories.

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Father Matthew reflects on the true essence of giving this Advent season. He shares a story about a couple’s struggle with their Christmas gifts and how it represents our own spiritual sacrifices. Jesus teaches us that offerings should be about doing God's will with a pure heart. This Christmas, Father Matthew encourages everyone to focus on giving gifts that come from genuine love and selflessness, reflecting the spirit Jesus shared with us. Flat Earthers go to Antarctica to see if the Sun ever sets (01:28) Anne - People can actually work in Antarctica; they don't have to be scientists. There are actually regular jobs out there. (11:20) Ethan - I was an electrician in Antarctica back in 2019. Antarctica can be a pretty dark place, but it moved me from being a lukewarm Catholic to a very excited one! (17:48) Nick - Imagine if we as Catholics can believe the truth about the Resurrection so we can convince people that Jesus Christ is Our Lord. (25:05) Fr. Matthew gives solid spiritual advice about Gift Giving (30:28) Maggie - My ex-husband wanted to bring his girlfriend to our Christmas reunion, but the kids said no. It has been a hard situation. Can you please guide me? (43:56)

Send a text to Melissa and she'll answer it on the next episode. Have you ever wondered how the simple act of gift-giving can mirror something divine? Join us on this heartwarming episode of "Homeopathy at Home with Melissa," as Brie and Melissa unravel the profound connection between Christmas presents and the spiritual gift of Jesus. Brie shares her family's touching tradition of praying for guidance in their gift choices, illuminating how these acts of kindness reflect God's ultimate gift to humanity. Melissa passionately discusses the everlasting impact of Jesus' gift, reminding us that God's love is unconditional and that the Bible serves as a daily source of spiritual nourishment. Gratitude and the joy of giving take center stage as we recount a life-changing offer made by Melissa five years ago that has forever altered the course of our family's journey. Embrace the Christmas spirit with us as we celebrate the invaluable gift of family and the preciousness of the present moment. Listen in for heartfelt messages that encourage cherishing today, as tomorrow is never guaranteed. Warm Christmas wishes from our family to yours, and we eagerly look forward to reconnecting in the new year. Merry Christmas!FIND ME!

In this episode of PWTorch Dailycast series "Acknowledging WWE," Javier Machado and Jason Australia Acknowledge:The art of gift giving.Is Cody heading into dangerous waters?Fans cheer those that entertain the most.The futures of K.O. and Cody.What's Punk's role in WrestleMania?More early booking WrestleMania.Heyman x Roman.The New Day.Dividing the rosters.Javier continues shilling for tag team wrestling.Then he shills harder.WWE on Netflix.A New Dangerous Alliance???And more...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Alex Curry and Carmen Vitali talk about what teams have made their holiday naughty and nice list for this years holiday season in the NFL. Alex and Carmen alos react to the crazy College Football playoffs with Texas taking on Clemson to advance to the next round. Plus, the ladies talk about sports gift giving, talk Chiefs beating the Texans, gear up for Steelers vs Ravens, and much more!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: Evan reveals he is a great gift giver, plus our memorable moments of the year

Topics discussed on today's show: Tik Tok, Who's Going To Hell, Butch and Suni, Call Chat GPT, Pills, Pornhub Pulling Out, Birthdays, History Quiz, Gift Giving, Movie Reviews, Movie Password, Reverse Christmas Songs, and Apologies.

[Produced by Hayne Griffin, this episode has Hayne, Robbie Madison and Joey Svendsen]Christmas Playlist   Apple Music I SpotifyFor the final episode of the year, Hayne rounds Joey and Robbie up for some Christmas talk, picking up where they left off last year in "Baby, It's Cold Outside (EP13),"  the last episode these three talked Christmas for an hour.   Today they talk whether or not the brilliance of the movie Four Christmases is all due to Vince Vaughn's humor.  They deliberate on whether Santa and elaborate gift-giving conflicts with the purity of the true Gospel story, and consider if the German tradition of “night of Saint Nick” may be a better option.  The three go in to a bit of the history of that tradition and reflect on Christmases past, how their parents implemented Santa into their childhood christmases and how they have walked this season out with their kids currently as parents themselves.  They also manage to fit in a conversation about a scientific study on guys' need for quality “guy-time.”E-mail the PWNA team here.Theme Song by Stoy Prioleau (aka: Riggy Roc): Apple MusicSend a text to the crew (we may read these on air)Be a Patron / Tip the Host (Venmo)

Happy Holidays! As we gear up for Christmas next week, this is the time to finish your Christmas shopping. If this is your first year that your child has a caregiver, you might be wondering if you should get them a gift. What is the etiquette when it comes to teacher and daycare worker gifts? We'll talk about it this week on the podcast. Plus, if you have a toddler that LOVES to open presents, even the ones that aren't theirs, this is the episode you must listen to before Christmas morning! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine putting your kids to bed on Christmas Eve, laying down by the fire, grabbing a cup of hot cocoa, and enjoying a classic Christmas movie. Doesn't that sound magical? That's what I want for you, Mama! No more scrambling to plan, buy, and wrap the gifts on Christmas Eve. I know you want to connect through coversation and experience joy in this season, so let me tell you how you can do just that! xoxo, Chelsi Jo .   .   Resources From Today's Episode: Take The FREE Overwhelmed To Organized Quiz: www.chelsijo.co/quiz Get The Complete Home Management System That Takes You From Overwhelmed To Organized In Four Weeks! www.chelsijo.co/syl 12 Month Group Coaching Program To Consistently Grow Your Business Without Sacrificing Your Family: www.chelsijo.co/systemizetoscale

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If buying presents is your kryptonite, the plethora of gift guides that have likely hit your inbox may be the answer. This season, it seems like every media outlet, store, or Substack newsletter has a gift guide curated for every kind of interest. We talk to experts about gifts for the people in your life: The foodie, the gardener, the kids, the colleagues and the weird uncle. And we hear from you: What gifts are you giving and what's on your holiday wish list? Guests: MacKenzie Chung Fegan, lead restaurant critic, The San Francisco Chronicle Ellen Lee, writer, Wirecutter; Lee is part of Wirecutter's baby, kid, and health team; she is based in the Bay Area Ronnie Sharpe, founder, Ronnie's Awesome List; a website that shares information about Bay Area events and happenings Catherine Bailey, owner, Heath Ceramics

Holidays are supposed to be full of joy, right? But for disability parents, gift-giving can bring a whole mix of feelings: grief, frustration, and why did they buy this moments. Instead of magic, we're juggling unconventional (or maybe not age-appropriate) toys for our kids, therapy equipment wrapped in bows, and family members who just don't get it. In this episode, I'm replaying part of Ep 108 with Amanda Griffith-Atkins where we talk about the challenges of shopping for our disabled kids and managing those tricky expectations. We're diving into the heartbreak of gifts that miss the mark and the joy of gifts that actually make your kid light up (think Elmo toys and shiny balloons). If the holidays bring up all the complicated feels, this one's for you. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Links: Join The Rare Life newsletter and never miss an update! Listen to Ep 108 on navigating the holidays with Amanda Griffith Atkins. Fill out our contact form to join upcoming discussion groups! Follow us on Instagram @the_rare_life! Donate to the podcast or Contact me about sponsoring an episode. Follow the Facebook page. Join the Facebook group Parents of Children with Rare Conditions. Access the transcript on the website here. And if you love this podcast, please leave us a rating or review in your favorite podcast app!

Choosing a one-word theme is one of the most fun and thought-provoking exercises within the “Design Your Year” set. Here, we review our themes for 2024 and reveal the themes we've chosen for 2025. We also share a hack for choosing a powerful theme, and include many of the themes chosen by listeners. Resources and links related to this episode: Happiness Project Shop  Tips for making a "25 for '25" list Print your own "25 for '25" list One-Sentence Journal  Happier in Hollywood newsletter sign-up Habits for Happiness quiz: What's the next new habit that will make you happier? Four Tendencies quiz: Are you an Upholder, Questioner, Obliger, or Rebel?  Gift-Giving quiz: What kind of gift makes you happy? "5 Things Making Me Happy" newsletters   Ethan Mollick's newsletter “One Useful Thing" Hard Fork podcast Muse Machine Gretchen is reading: Ink Blood Sister Scribe by Emma Torzs (Amazon, Bookshop)  Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app.  Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the holidays fast approaching, many of us are hunting for that special something for the special someones in our lives. It's how we show we care about them. So why is it so hard to find the right gift? This week, we revisit a favorite 2022 conversation with researcher Jeff Galak. We'll discuss why the presents we give for holidays and birthdays often miss their mark, and how to become a better gift-giver. Looking for a holiday gift for a fellow Hidden Brain fan? You can now give a gift subscription to Hidden Brain+! Or if material gifts are more your style, go to shop.hiddenbrain.org to find Hidden Brain t-shirts, mugs, stickers and more.

Learn about how to show your love through thoughtful gift giving that truly speak to your spouse's heart this season. | “It's not how much you give, it's how much love you put into what you give.” —Mother Theresa Is it really possible to rekindle the spark and restore the “like-new” connection in your marriage? Yes it is! In the 6 Pillars of Intimacy, you will discover secrets that have transformed countless marriages. Its ideas are simple, practical, and powerful. You'll be inspired to look at your marriage through a new lens and be encouraged by its commonsense approach. Alisa and Tony DiLorenzo's proven approach to building intimacy in marriage will help you experience deeper and richer levels of intimacy with your spouse – starting today. Click HERE to get your copy today! Links from today's episode: 833: Avoiding The Holiday Financial Hangover No More Junk! Why Experiences Make the Best Holiday Gifts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Katherine's Telling Everybody Everything about Fred's clinginess and his new take on his relationship with Bobby. The holidays are upon us and if you're still rushing around confused about what to gift everyone on your list, Katherine has some suggestions. Plus, was it terribly progressive to get the world's tallest and world's smallest women together for that press tour last month? And Conor McGregor's wife totally misses the point on instagram while standing by her man. x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, the girls are diving headfirst into holiday prep! They're sharing cozy gift-giving tips and tricks, from picking the perfect present to creating meaningful moments. They also get into how they're planning to stay festive but stress-free. What we are wearing/mentioning links:https://shopmy.us/whatwesaidpodcastWatch us on YouTube: WWS YouTube ChannelShop our MERCH! Shop.DearMedia.com/WHATWESAID FOLLOW US! INSTA//WWSJaciChelseyTIKTOK//ChelseyJaciYOUTUBE//Chelsey JadeJaci MarieSPONSORS//Gatorade: Put your water to work with Gatorade Hydration BoosterQuince: Turn up the luxury when you tune in with Quince. Go to Quince.com/wws to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next orderNineWest: Visit NineWest.com and use code WHATWESAID at checkout for 15% off your next purchase.HydroJug: Get your HydroJug Traveler at thehydrojug.com and use discount code WHATWESAID to get 10% off your order.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carters, we are bringing in professional shopping help for the holidays. If you're savvy like Auntie Su, you know museum gift shops are where the best presents are at. And the Museum of Modern Art's gift shop is art unto itself. Chay Costello is MoMA Retail's Associate Director of Merchandising and Product Development and she has recommendations for everyone – from the coworker/acquaintance to the person who has everything. Open your Notes app, because you need to get allllll of this down.  We want to hear from you! Drop us a message on Speakpipe. Subscribe to the Add to Cart newsletter for juicy extras. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  To see all products mentioned in this episode, head to @addtocartpod on Instagram. To purchase any of the products, see below.  The Aunties have hand-picked their faves from the MoMA Design Store  Mention code ADDTOCART online and US MoMA Design Stores for 10% off your purchase, now through December 1, 2024 The Pieces of Time Flower Objet d'Art is the perfect piece of home decor Stay classic with the Champion Archives Collection Miffy and Van Gogh's “Starry Night”? Say no more  You need this Snoopy night light (and so do we) The Jean-Michel Basquiat Edition Polaroid is for the artists in your life  For the budding artists, maybe the Snoopy's Beagle Scouts FC-11 35mm Film Camera The Creative Porcelain Mugs & Espresso Cups are a hit of dopamine  For the person who has everything: The Toyo ST-350 Tool Box Love New York? You have to get the MoMA NY Yankees Adjustable Baseball Cap or the New York Coffee Cup The Mondri Vase is beautiful and versatile  Shop sustainable and local with the Gantri collection, the Brooklyn Candle Studio Scented Candles and the Dusen Dusen Recycled Leather Billfold Wallet The MoMA holiday cards take cards to a whole new level Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How many bottles of wine are regifted? What's wrong with giving cash? And should Angela give her husband a subscription to the Sausage of the Month Club? SOURCES:Joel Waldfogel, professor of strategic management & entrepreneurship at the University of Minnesota. RESOURCES:“How to Become a Truly Excellent Gift Giver,” by Eliza Brooke (Vox, 2022).“How to Calculate a Holiday Tip for the Doorman,” by Ronda Kaysen (The New York Times, 2022).“Least Favorite Gifts to Receive for Christmas in the United States in 2022, by Generation,” (Statista, 2022).“(Not) Giving the Same Old Song and Dance: Givers' Misguided Concerns About Thoughtfulness and Boringness Keep Them From Repeating Gifts,” by Julian Givi (Journal of Business Research, 2020).“Does Anyone Really Buy the Giant Car Bows You See in Every Commercial?” by Aditi Shrikant (Vox, 2018).“It's the Motive That Counts: Perceived Sacrifice Motives and Gratitude in Romantic Relationships,” by Mariko L. Visserman, Francesca Righetti, Emily A. Impett, Dacher Keltner, and Paul A. M. Van Lange (Emotion, 2018).“Why Certain Gifts Are Great to Give but Not to Get: A Framework for Understanding Errors in Gift Giving,” by Jeff Galak, Julian Givi, and Elanor F. Williams (Current Directions in Psychological Science, 2016).“The Girl Who Gets Gifts From Birds,” by Katy Sewall (B.B.C. News, 2015).“The Disappointing Gift: Dispositional and Situational Moderators of Emotional Expressions,” by Renée M. Tobin and William G. Graziano (Journal of Experimental Child Psychology, 2011).Scroogenomics: Why You Shouldn't Buy Presents for the Holidays, by Joel Waldfogel (2009).“The Deadweight Loss of Christmas,” by Joel Waldfogel (The American Economic Review, 1993).United States Postal Service Employee Tipping and Gift-Receiving Policy. EXTRAS:“Have a Very Homo Economicus Christmas,” by Freakonomics Radio (2012).

Hey BA fam! In this edition of the BAQA, Mandi and Tiffany break down the benefits of home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) -- and why they can be a useful financial tool if you have equity in your home. Plus, with the holiday season around the corner, we've got key tips for managing spending while in debt, as well as budget-friendly gift-giving ideas.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey BA fam! In this edition of the BAQA, Mandi and Tiffany break down the benefits of home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) -- and why they can be a useful financial tool if you have equity in your home. Plus, with the holiday season around the corner, we've got key tips for managing spending while in debt, as well as budget-friendly gift-giving ideas. We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices