Podcasts about Gift shop

In this episode of Skip the Queue, Andy Povey is joined by Ray Hole of Ray Hole Architects for a wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation about strategy, storytelling and the true economics of experience design. Key Topics Discussed The “Camelot” collaboration model in attraction development Experience economy vs. pure economics Primacy and recency effects in guest psychology Designing the departure experience Turning operational cost into experiential value Storytelling through architecture Instagrammable design and generational behaviour Empathy in ticketing and security Integrating accommodation into attraction strategy Converting capex into revenue-generating experiences   Show References:   Ray Hole, Managing Director of Ray Hole Architects https://www.rayhole-architects.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ray-hole-a6b7396/   Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey.   Credits: Written by Emily Burrows (Plaster) Edited by Steve Folland Produced by Emily Burrows and Sami Entwistle (Plaster) Download The Visitor Attractions Website Survey Report - https://www.merac.co.uk/download-the-visitor-attractions-survey We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

In this live episode of Skip the Queue, recorded at the Association of Cultural Enterprises Conference, Andy Povey is joined by Richard Paterson, Chief Operating Officer at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, to explore the delicate balance between commercial performance and heritage protection.Richard shares practical, real-world strategies for running sustainable cultural attractions in a challenging post-Covid landscape from improving ticket yield to rethinking discount strategies.Key Topics Discussed:Post-Covid financial pressures on cultural attractions Increasing income yield without increasing footfallSimplifying ticket structures at the Shakespeare Birthplace TrustReducing and rationalising discountsEncouraging online booking vs on-the-door salesUsing ticketing data to test and track performanceRe-engaging local audiences within drive-time marketsGrowing repeat visitationCommunicating conservation impact to visitorsTurning restoration work into part of the experienceLeveraging cultural moments like Hamnet to refresh storytellingShow References: Download The Visitor Attractions Website Survey Report - https://www.merac.co.uk/download-the-visitor-attractions-survey Richard Paterson, Chief Operating Officer at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trusthttps://www.shakespeare.org.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardpaterson1/ Cultural Enterprises ConferenceBirmingham on 9-11 February 2026https://culturalenterprises.org.uk/conference/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey. Credits:Written by Emily Burrows (Plaster)Edited by Steve FollandProduced by Emily Burrows and Sami Entwistle (Plaster) Download The Visitor Attractions Website Survey Report - https://www.merac.co.uk/download-the-visitor-attractions-survey We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

My guests are Goodhue County Historical Society Executive Director, Robin Wipperling & Education & Outreach Coordinator, Bethany Nelson. We chat about the upcoming Free Family Fun Day on Valentine's Day, Lunch Time Learning, Gift Shop, Date Night & more!Sponsored by Pier 55 Red Wing Area Seniors!

In this episode of Skip the Queue, Andy Povey is joined by Mark Lofthouse, Creative Director and Business & Client Strategy Manager at RWS Global, a global entertainment company delivering experiences across attractions, live events and destination design.Mark shares his journey into the attractions industry, from starting out in haunted attractions as a teenager to leading creative strategy on IP-led experiences around the world. Andy and Mark talks about how brands and attractions can create meaningful emotional connections, why guest-first design is critical to commercial success, and how IP partnerships can help venues reach new audiences when done thoughtfully. The conversation also looks ahead to the future of immersive experiences, personalisation, and what regional and family attractions can learn from projects that are thriving today.Key Topics Discussed:Emotional connection as the core of great attractionsHow IP and brands can attract new audiencesWhy guest-first design matters more than visualsWhat makes IP partnerships succeed or failLessons for regional and family attractionsThe future of immersive and personalised experiences Show References: Download The Visitor Attractions Website Survey Report - https://www.merac.co.uk/download-the-visitor-attractions-survey Mark Lofthouse, Senior Manager, Business & Client Strategy at RWS Globalhttps://www.rwsglobal.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/markloftcd/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey. Credits:Written by Emily Burrows (Plaster)Edited by Steve FollandProduced by Emily Burrows and Sami Entwistle (Plaster) We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

Fully & Completely: ReduxEpisode 6 — Trouble at the Henhouse (1996)In this episode of Fully & Completely: Redux, we land in 1996 and crack open Trouble at the Henhouse — one of the most misunderstood, emotionally loaded, and quietly radical albums in the catalogue of The Tragically Hip.What should have been a victory-lap record turns into something stranger and braver: stripped-back, red-toned, reflective, and full of songs that don't explain themselves — they linger. This is the sound of a band surviving the 90s, refusing to coast, and accidentally making one of the era's most enduring records.Hosts jD and Greg LeGros dig into the album track by track, placing it inside the cultural hangover of the mid-90s: the end of high school, the death of grunge's innocence, shifting radio formats, CanCon realities, and the moment when everything felt like it was changing — whether you were ready or not.What We Talk AboutWhy Trouble at the Henhouse feels like the hangover to Day for NightThe opening five-song run (Gift Shop → Flamenco) as one of the strongest stretches in the Hip's careerRobbie Baker's guitar finally stepping out of the shadowsThe sequencing controversy (yes, we're talking 700 Foot Ceiling and Butts Wiggling)“Ahead by a Century” as a once-in-a-generation song — and why it had to be the oneGord Downie's writing shift: misdirection, restraint, and devastating clarityDon't Wake Daddy as the emotional centre of the record (and the 90s)Sonic Youth, PJ Harvey, Eric's Trip, and the ghosts living between the groovesWhy this album was divisive then — and why it's essential nowStandout MomentsThe bleed from Gift Shop into Springtime in Vienna as a mission statementThe Kurt Cobain reference that somehow lands with graceFlamenco as both comfort and confrontationSherpa as pure atmosphere — the quiet psychedelic cousin of Day for NightPut It Off as an ending that feels like everything slowly going darkWhy This Album Still HitsTrouble at the Henhouse isn't flashy. It doesn't chase hits. It doesn't hold your hand.It sits with you.This episode makes the case that the record's power lies in its restraint, its refusal to repeat past triumphs, and its willingness to capture a moment when music — and life — felt heavier, stranger, and more complicated.Red instead of blue.Morning instead of night.The hangover instead of the party.Listen & Follow

In this episode, we talk about why learning to study the Bible faithfully is not optional for the Christian. Scripture is not only a gift, but it is also a command. We are called to read God's Word and to rightly handle the Word of Truth, carefully distinguishing truth from error. This means we are not only guarding against false teaching from the outside, but also guarding our own hearts and minds from the danger of misinterpreting Scripture. We do not listen to heretics, so we ought not accidentally become one ourselves. The principles we share in this episode are just the beginning of learning how to guard against such error and handle God's Word with care and faithfulness.We discuss several common ways the Bible is misunderstood today: ignoring what the text meant to its original audience, reading our own meaning into Scripture, approaching the Bible through emotionalism or overspiritualization, and drawing principles from passages that were never intended to teach them. In a culture that often asks, “What does this text mean to me?”, we are reminded that there is only one true meaning to any particular Scripture passage - the meaning the author intended when the text was written. There is one meaning, there may be several sound principles that can be drawn from a passage, and there are many ways those principles can be faithfully applied in different situations.Many assume careful Bible study is only for pastors or scholars, but God has given His Word to all believers. Just as we educate our children to read, analyze, and understand various types of literature, world history, and the English language, we must not neglect the most important task which is teaching ourselves and our families how to faithfully read, understand, and apply the Scriptures.Listen to our previous podcast series on The Spiritual Disciplines including the first episode on Bible Reading and Prayer >> ⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/growing-in-the-spiritual-disciplines-a-podcast-series/⁠Books Mentioned in This Episode Can Be Found in Our Recommended Resources Section on Spiritual Growth:Grasping God's Word by Duvall and Hays⁠Find this and other Bible Study Tools on our Spiritual Growth Recommended Resources page: https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/recommended-resources/spiritual-growth-resources/Products Mentioned In This Episode:⁠Gray Toad Tallow:⁠ Use Coupon Code RFF20 for 20% off your first order.Keep Up with Reformed Faith and Family in the Following Ways:Never miss an episode, article, or a new FREEBIE by joining our weekly newsletter here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/subscribe/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Build your library with our recommended resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/recommended-resources/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the latest articles: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/blog/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download your FREEBIES in our store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/educational-resources-store/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the Gift Shop: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/gift-shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good Dog Bible Rebinds: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/good-dog-designs-and-rebinds/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WE HAVE A FAVOR TO ASK! If you are excited about our mission at Reformed Faith and Family to guide men and women as they seek to learn more about Reformed theology and equip families as they disciple their children, then please leave our podcast a 5-star review and share it with a friend. We appreciate each one of our faithful listeners, but we also depend on you to help us get the word out. Thank you for your continued support!

My guest is Liz Magill, Executive Director for Pier 55 Red Wing Area Seniors We chat about volunteers, Annadee's Closet,the Gift Shop, a return of one choir and a brand new, free AARP tax service & more!Sponsored by Pier 55 Red Wing Area Seniors!

In this episode of Skip the Queue, Andy Povey is joined by Simon Egan, Project Development Fellow at CAPCO, the creative studio behind some of the UK's most immersive and story-led play environments.Simon shares his unexpected journey into the attractions industry, from co-creating the much-loved BeWILDerwood to founding CAPCO and championing play as a powerful driver of social connection, wellbeing, and commercial success. Andy and Simon explore why play matters more than ever in a screen-dominated world, how storytelling can transform visitor experiences, and what attractions can learn from farm parks, schools, and international projects. Key Topics Discussed:Simon's route into the attractions industryThe creation and success of BeWILDerwoodWhy story and narrative are critical to play designGetting children (and parents) playing again outdoorsThe impact of play on wellbeing, inclusion, and social skillsDesigning for dwell time, food spend, and revenue growthLessons from farm parks in the UK and North AmericaWhy play is becoming just as important for adultsCAPCO's Royal Warrant and future projects Show References: Download The Visitor Attractions Website Survey Report - https://www.merac.co.uk/download-the-visitor-attractions-survey Simon Egan - Project Development Fella at CAP.CO (Creating Adventurous Places Ltd)https://www.wearecapco.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/simonpegan/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey. Credits:Written by Emily Burrows (Plaster)Edited by Steve FollandProduced by Emily Burrows and Sammy Entwistle (Plaster), with Wenalyn Dionaldo (Skip the Queue HQ) We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

Owner of Monarch Gift Shop and The Measuring Cup Amy Peterson discusses her being named the 2026 Business Person of the Year by the Northfield Chamber of Commerce, the history of their business, and more. 

In this episode of Skip the Queue, Andy Povey explores how visitor attractions can improve website performance in 2026 using insight from the 4th Visitor Attractions Website Survey.Andy is joined by two contributors to the report:Simon Jones, Managing Director at NavigateSteve Mills, Director at Decision HouseThey break down what visitors expect from attraction websites, how digital behaviour is changing, and where operators should focus to improve conversion, visibility and trust.Key Topics Discussed:AI search and how visitors are using it without realisingMobile-first design and poor mobile performanceWebsite speed and its impact on conversionVisitor confidence, risk and late booking behaviourPricing transparency and hidden feesFlexible ticketing and weather-driven decisionsReviews, social proof and AI-driven discoveryUsing first-party data more effectivelyThe rise of repeat visitors over first-time visits Show References: Download The Visitor Attractions Website Survey Report - https://www.merac.co.uk/download-the-visitor-attractions-survey Simon Jones - Managing Director of Navigatehttps://navigate.agency/https://www.linkedin.com/in/simontjones/ Steve Mills, Director at Decision Househttps://decisionhouse.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-mills-0528661b/ Mentioned:Olly Reed of Navigate Agency: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olly-reed/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm. We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

Today I am joined by sisters and cofounders of The Boys, Bryan & Garris Boykin. They are from Statesboro, Georgia. Bryan graduated from Clemson University in 2023 and again in 2025 with her Masters in Business Administration. Garris graduated with her undergraduate degrees from Clemson University in 2025. Their dream has always been to work together, and The Boys was born. The Boys is a fine china, unique gift, and registry store in Greenville, South Carolina.In this episode, we chat about what it is like opening up a luxury gift shop, challenges they have faced, why relationships are so important, their vision for The Boys, and so much more! The Boys InstagramThe Boys WebsiteThe Camilla Foundation

Zach Reino (Off Book Podcast) returns for a chat about a theme park staple — something exciting that nearly every ride features. Fun? Thrills? NO!GIFT SHOPS!We talk types of merch, styles of theming, and what kind of animal plush we prefer.Plus, Zach recalls his high school days singing in the Candlelight Processional at Disneyland!"Chuck's Arcade" episode is up at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/podcast-the-ride⁠ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This special Monday release of Skip the Queue marks Blue Monday, often labelled the most depressing day of the year. But is Blue Monday real, or just clever marketing?Andy Povey is joined by Emma Newell, Chair of the TEA Wellness Council, to unpack the truth behind Blue Monday and explore a much bigger issue facing the attractions industry: burnout.Key Topics Covered: The truth about Blue MondayWhat burnout really looks likeThe Window of ToleranceWhy the attractions industry is uniquely challengingWhy burnout often feels “normal” in themed entertainmentSeasonal living and energy managementLeadership, boundaries and responsibilityThe role of the TEA Wellness Council Show References: Emma Newell, TEA Chair, and Strategy, Culture & Leadership Coach at Magnetic Moon Coachinghttps://www.teaconnect.org/https://magneticmooncoaching.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-newell-magneticmooncoachingltd/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn. We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

Welcome back to Girl, Take the Lead! — the podcast where we reimagine leadership, challenge the status quo around aging, and share the stories that help us break cycles, find our voice, and trust our own becoming.Today's episode is a stunning way to close out the year.Our guest, Laura G. Patac, is an entrepreneur, author, poet, and former global corporate executive who has lived and worked in seven countries across five continents. After 25 years in sales, operations, and product leadership, she stepped into entrepreneurship — and the transition cracked open a profound identity crisis that reshaped her understanding of purpose, courage, and value.Rather than hiding the cracks, Laura learned to honor them — and ultimately, to treat them the way the Japanese art of kintsugi treats broken pottery: not as flaws to conceal, but as golden seams that make us more whole, beautiful, and true.Her journey — and her writing — will move you.In this intimate and heartfelt conversation, Laura shares how storytelling, poetry, and reflection helped her rebuild a self beyond titles and corporate identity, and how she now empowers others to do the same through her books Stories with Purpose and her newest release, Whole Not Perfect.Together, Yo and Laura explore:✨ What Happens When Your Title Disappears✨ The Five “Aha Moments” That Defined Her Leadership Journey✨ Why No One Is Coming to Save You✨ Storytelling as a Tool for Reinvention✨The Kintsugi Metaphor✨ Moving From Insight to Intention✨ Redefining Success After Corporate Life✨ What She Would Tell Her 20-Something Self

Shortwave KitschSeason 10, Episode 6Call the Lady Physician - “The War on Christmas!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis:Step into the snowy streets of Budapest for a holiday adventure with Cliff Ryder, the ever-daring pilot, and Dr. Elise Banks, the unflappable Lady Physician. When their plane crash-lands far from their destination, the duo stumbles into a city on edge—where revolution's aftermath has left children hiding beneath churches and soldiers on the hunt. Tasked with healing the sick and outsmarting a determined Major Stanev, Cliff and Elise must navigate icy catacombs, tense standoffs, and their own clashing personalities. Will courage and compassion be enough to keep the orphans safe through Christmas Eve, or will the shadows outside finally catch up with them? As the bells fall silent and danger closes in, how far will our heroes go to protect the innocent—and what awaits them in the mysterious telegram that arrives at dawn? Tune in to Call the Lady Physician and ask yourself: what's their next move?"Dr. Clutterbuck's Mini Muncher Commercial” CAST:BRANDON L. JOYNER - CLAY WALKERLUCIANA MARCIAL - SUSIE WALKERMAKENNA BRYANT - DARLA WALKERCALL THE LADY PHYSICIAN CAST:BRANDON L. JOYNER - CLIFF RYDERTIFFANY PARKER-COPELAND - ELISE BANKSANDY LIVENGOOD - PETARDAVID ENGELHART - FATHER AAHRONMAKENNA BRYANT - TANYAANDY LIVENGOOD - MAJOR STANEVMAKENNA BRYANT - SOLDIERLUCIANA MARCIAL - DELIVERY GIRLSong: “Dear Santa” Sung by Stacey TylerMusic by Pedro M. ToroLyrics by Brandon L. Joyner“Until Next Time” SWK Closing SongSung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK Music by Pedro M. ToroLyrics by Brandon L. Joyner “Call the Lady Physician Theme” by Pedro M. ToroMusic Direction and Accompaniment by Patrick BoyleNarrated by David JoynerSound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke RashProduction Team:Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke RashSound Engineer: Matt Ciclon Sound Mixing: Matt CiclonRecorded by: Matt CiclonBusiness & Podcast Manager: Kristen N. Granet Original episode art by Maddie Casto-KoeblerLogo: LinkonThis Episode is Proudly Brought to You by the Generous Support of:Karen's Korner Frame & Gift Shop (karenskornerframeandart.com)Indigo Wellness LLC, Uli Junker (indigo-wellness.com)Pawsitive Wellness (pawsitive-wellness.com)Charleston Caroling Company (charlestoncarolingcompany.com)Saltwater Cowboys (saltwater-cowboys.com)Special Thanks to:Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!Connect with Us: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @swkradioshowRead episode transcripts NOW!For more information on who we are and what we're about, visit:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.shortwavekitsch.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.Support Our SWK Pod: ⁠⁠patreon.com/SWKRadioShow

SEASON 10 Christmas SpecialShortwave KitschSWK Christmas SpecialSynopsis: Join SWK in our special festive episode, with the rich and enchanting voice of John Joyner, an integral member of our cast, spreading cheer with a heartfelt rendition of "I'll Have a Blue Christmas." Despite facing multiple challenges, including cerebral palsy, John's resilience and talent shine brightly, making this holiday performance truly special. Shortwave Kitsch wishes you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays—join us for this special moment with John and immerse yourself in the warmth of the season.Cast:The Singer - John Joyner I'll Have a Blue Christmas by Elvis Presley; written by Billy Hayes and Jay W. JohnsonMusic Accompaniment by Joanna NorwoodProduction Team:Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke RashSound Engineer and Mixing: Matt CiclonBusiness Manager: Kristen N. Granet Original episode art by Maddie Casto-KoeblerLogo: LinkonA Dream Come True for John:"... in a dream world where I could do anything at all, I think I'd like to be a professional singer." ~John Joyner⁠https://www.suchandsuchdesigns.com/blogs-and-such/2020/2/7/4to2w3g5sqf7rxo78oxr9rx03x95ip⁠This Episode is Proudly Brought to You by the Generous Support of:Karen's Korner Frame & Gift Shop (karenskornerframeandart.com)Charleston Caroling Company (charlestoncarolingcompany.com)Saltwater Cowboys (saltwater-cowboys.com)Special Thanks to:Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!Connect with Us: Facebook, Instagram @swkradioshowOur show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.Support Our SWK Pod: patreon.com/SWKRadioShow

Did you grow up learning about Bible stories through Sunday school felt boards while holding your storybook picture Bible? Does your grandmother have a picture of blonde-haired, blue-eyed Jesus hanging in her home? Have you watched Mel Gibson's The Passion or Dallas Jenkins' The Chosen and felt as if it helped you to better connect with Jesus' humanity?In this episode, we dive deep into the scope of the Second Commandment - "You shall not make for yourself an idol" - exploring both what Scripture has to say and how it was viewed historically. From Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 4, we unpack God's prohibition against fashioning representations of Himself, including the two-fold command against making and worshiping them. We trace the regulative principle of worship through church history: from early Christian symbols to the Roman Catholic veneration of images, the Reformers' ban under Calvin and the Puritans, and its modern relaxation.Drawing on the golden calf in Exodus 32, we see how "good" intentions don't excuse transgression, as God declares His jealousy and promises blessings for obedience (Exodus 20:5-6). God's holiness (Leviticus 19:2) and invisibility (Romans 1:20; Colossians 1:15) demand faith in the unseen (Hebrews 11:1), not visual aids.We address common concerns: intentions of the heart, classical art, teaching children about Jesus, and more, all while affirming the Westminster Larger Catechism's clear stance against any depiction of the Godhead. Whether you're Reformed or curious, join us for a Scripture-saturated discussion on worshiping God as He commands, especially in the season celebrating the Incarnation.Keep Up with Reformed Faith and Family in the Following Ways:Never miss an episode, article, or a new FREEBIE by joining our weekly newsletter here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/subscribe/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Build your library with our recommended resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/recommended-resources/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the latest articles: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/blog/⁠⁠⁠⁠Download your FREEBIES in our store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/educational-resources-store/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the Gift Shop: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/gift-shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good Dog Bible Rebinds: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/good-dog-designs-and-rebinds/⁠⁠⁠⁠WE HAVE A FAVOR TO ASK! If you are excited about our mission at Reformed Faith and Family to guide men and women as they seek to learn more about Reformed theology and equip families as they disciple their children, then please leave our podcast a 5-star review and share it with a friend. We appreciate each one of our faithful listeners, but we also depend on you to help us get the word out. Thank you for your continued support!

Shortwave KitschSeason 10, Episode 5Life With Elara - “The Wreath of Khan!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis:What happens when a cosmic being from Jupiter tries to make a home on Earth? In “Life with Elara,” follow the delightful misadventures of Elara Newton as she navigates small-town America with her loving, down-to-earth husband, Dean.This episode whisks you into the festive chaos of the town's Christmas pageant, where Elara's otherworldly perspective brings both laughter and unexpected challenges. As she strives to infuse the celebration with genuine holiday magic, Elara's efforts lead to a series of humorous misunderstandings and touching moments that test the bonds of love, community, and belonging. With Dean by her side, the couple's journey is a testament to the joy of embracing differences and finding wonder in the everyday.Will Elara's cosmic touch make this the most unforgettable Christmas pageant the town has ever seen? Tune in to find out!"Dr. Clutterbuck's Satin Stems Commercial” CAST:TIFFANY PARKER-COPELAND - LOISLUCIANA MARCIAL - RUBYDAVID ENGELHART - JOHNLIFE WITH ELARA CAST:LUCIANA MARCIAL - ELARA NEWTONDAVID ENGELAHRT - DEAN NEWTONTIFFANY PARKER-COPELAND - MARTHA MACARTHURANDY LIVENGOOD - CRAIG MACARTHURMAKENNA BRYANT - DORIS WINTERSBRANDON L. JOYNER - PHIL LORDSong: "Hot Cocoa, Sweet Kisses"Sung by Brandon L. JoynerMusic by Pedro ToroLyrics by Brandon L. JoynerSong: “Until Next Time”Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK Music by Pedro M. ToroLyrics by Brandon L. Joyner “Life With Elara Theme” by Frank DuvallMusic Direction and Accompaniment by Joanna NorwoodNarrated by David JoynerSound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke RashProduction Team:Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke RashSound Engineer: Matt Ciclon Sound Mixing: Matt CiclonRecorded by: Matt CiclonBusiness & Podcast Manager: Kristen N. Granet Original episode art by Maddie Casto-KoeblerLogo: LinkonThis Episode is Proudly Brought to You by the Generous Support of:Karen's Korner Frame & Gift Shop (karenskornerframeandart.com)Ledford's Termite & Pest Control (www.LedfordsPestControl.com)Indigo Wellness LLC, Uli Junker (indigo-wellness.com)Pawsitive Wellness (pawsitive-wellness.com)Charleston Caroling Company (charlestoncarolingcompany.com)Saltwater Cowboys (saltwater-cowboys.com)Special Thanks to:Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!Connect with Us: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @swkradioshowRead episode transcripts! (Available NOW!) For more information on who we are and what we're about, visit:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.shortwavekitsch.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.Support Our SWK Pod: ⁠⁠patreon.com/SWKRadioShow

Hello, friends! For our final broadcast of the year, Producer Phil and I return to our home base of Big Rapids, Michigan, as the Timbers host the Cadillac Cars for a classic snooze-fest.And it marks the first time eccentric junk-baller Beans Sorenson faces his former team from the mound. It's all the locals can talk about!A gentle reminder that everything in the Gift Shop is 10% for the rest of this year - use code WALLY at checkout.Thanks for listening!Support the showThe All-New WSLP Gift Shop! Follow Sleep Baseball on Instagram

Send us a textWelcome PE Nation!Today I share nine creative documentaries and series that fueled my teaching and creative work, from sushi perfection to sky-high walks, rock faces, pyrotechnics, street art, chess, and reopening an elite dining room. The thread is obsession, process, and building something that lasts.• Spinning Plates • Jiro Dreams of Sushi • Skywalkers and Man on Wire • Exit Through the Gift Shop • Skyladder • Free Solo • Magnus • Seven Days Out Let me know what you think,Dave-Kindergarten PE Games and Activities ebook ($3.99 for 10 activities)-Check out supersizedphysed.com for more resources, including free PDFs, articles, and courses to help with your PE program. Please leave a review to help grow this podcast and keep pushing our profession forward.-Team Building Games Ebook ($4.99 with preview): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Team-Building-Games-and-Activities-for-PE-Class-14063095Grab my free copy of the Outside PE Checklist as a reference that includes equipment, procedures, transitions, and other essentials for successful outdoor teaching-Free resources include Substack and Medium articles with PE tips, games, and strategies-High Fives and Empowering Lives  book available as an ebook or paperback-Paperback or download: HERE-Amazon Ebook: HERESupport the showSupport the showBecome a supporter of the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/385837/support

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Step into the woods with us for a behind-the-scenes look at one of the UK's most iconic winter light trails: Windsor Great Park Illuminated.In this episode of Skip the Queue, Paul Marden is joined on-site by Rob Paul, Design Director at LCI Productions, and Kathryn Stafford, Senior Events Manager at IMG Events, to discuss how this 2.2km light trail continues to evolve, surprise and delight hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.Rob and Kathryn reveal how they transform a natural woodland into a breathtaking immersive world — all while protecting wildlife and crafting stories that keep guests coming back year after year.You'll discover:What's new for the 2025 trailThe creative process behind reinventing the experience annuallyThe challenges of designing large-scale AV in a protected natural landscapeHow iconic Instagram moments are balanced with quieter storytellingBrand-new characters, narratives and festive surprisesTrends in repeat visitation and evolving guest expectations  Show References: Windsor Great Park Illuminated https://www.windsorilluminated.com/tickets/ Rob Paul - Design Director, LCI Productionshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/lci-productions-ltd/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-paul-7a4ab417/ Kathryn Stafford - Senior Events Manager, IMG Events  / PWRhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/img/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-stafford-7504241b/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Paul Marden.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn. We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

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"Following the style of some of the world's most prolific street artists, an amateur filmmaker makes a foray into the art world." That's the official IMDB description for this Oscar-nominated documentary but does that even really describe it?  Well.....sort of.  The amateur filmmaker described is likely Theirry Guetta, a French clothing shop-owner in Los Angeles who never goes anywhere without his camera and we initially seem to follow him as he takes a very strong interest in graffiti artists.  So he starts to film various reknowned streets artists in action including Shephard Fairey, Space Invader, Borf, Buffmontster, and eventually.....the legendary Banksy.  He builds a relationship with Banksy, decides to film some exciting new acts of street art and then things get increasingly interesting....AND funny! :)  Well as it turns out, Banksy himself is the ACTUAL director of this film, Theirry Guetta MIGHT be the actual star, it's all wittily narrated by Welsh actor Rhys Ifans (Notting Hill, House of the Dragon), and what results could actually be one of the funniest (yet still insightful) documentaries of all time. ;) Host: Geoff GershonEdited By Ella GershonProducer: Marlene GershonSend us a textSupport the showhttps://livingforthecinema.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Living-for-the-Cinema-Podcast-101167838847578Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/livingforthecinema/Letterboxd:https://letterboxd.com/Living4Cinema/

The Sunday Evening Jam — your all-things-Tragically-Hip live hang — is back and now available right here in this feed!Hosted by Sara J from DATC Media, with special co-host Craig Rogers from Discovering Downie, this episode covers Craig's recent shows with his band Gift Shop, community check-ins, updates, and a peek at what's next for our live hangs.(Originally aired live on YouTube on November 30th, 2025)If this is your first time hearing the Sunday Evening Jam here—welcome! We're glad you're joining us and can't wait for you to be part of the Sunday night vibe.Watch: https://youtu.be/rQdtFnXDup4?si=FYkwhiIbQGO8FmEvMore from Craig on Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast hosted by Sara J - Episodes 302, 303, 304 & 305Canadian Alternative Playlist:Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/canadian-alternative/pl.u-DdANNBet9G60ESpotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6biwSrIHlYFrUuxghJja20?si=lGpBxUfSSP--d2w11vsDNA&pi=M384ATmqRFCcuSeven Canadian Bands You Should Know Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/00FQHAEeZcxMW9RvD3mJze?si=rWR_heCGTVWuqM91ah1Jzw&pi=l-V8Ox9WRLKF8https://music.apple.com/ca/playlist/7-canadian-bands-you-should-know/pl.u-76oNN7MupDMvLGift Shop: https://www.giftshophipband.caDiscovering Downie Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/gorddowniepod/The Tragically Hip Podcast Series: https://www.instagram.com/tthpodseries/https://www.facebook.com/share/1DTRpKTJHS/?mibextid=wwXIfrThe Final Tour: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsEJpV6gLgRFzE65OcpAcrEWZkW9MnmDP-5h-kW6aI_u93mw/viewform?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGn2k6nfFZ2KYUXV2FlkGxg1r7v1o_IcOiNGT5ISiaejFjqt6ugJGIBqK9l9Hg_aem_PFMcLJ2GLU10t0Mn-AAlVQDonate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsWant to be a guest on the show? https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-a-guest-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastWant to be a RoughGauge featured artist? Send an email to: saraj@roughgaugellc.comWant to work with Sara? Book a one-on-one session to bring your music/media vision to life: https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/consulting-services-with-sara-jLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Want to hang out virtually? Join Sara and jD on Sunday nights on YouTube for Hip fan convos! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

In this episode of Skip the Queue, Andy Povey is joined by Melissa Oviedo (TEA), Martin Palicki (InPark Magazine), and Ed Chih (ECA) to discuss the TEA Global Experience Index and trends shaping the attractions industry in 2026.Key Topics Covered:Overview of the TEA Global Experience Index and global attendance trendsShifts in guest expectations and evolving experiencesRise of immersive IP-driven experiencesImportance of reinvestment for long-term successStrategies to compete for guest attention and engagementRole of storytelling and brand integration in attractionsGrowth of cruise lines and location-based entertainmentInsights for operators, developers, designers, and storytellers Show References: Download the TEA Global Experience Index™ Report: https://www.teaconnect.org/tea-global-experience-indextm Melissa Oviedo, Chief Executive Officer, Themed Entertainment Association (TEA)https://www.teaconnect.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-oviedo-ruminot-90a63228/ Martin Palicki, Publisher of InPark Magazinehttps://www.inparkmagazine.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/inparkmagazine/Edmond Chih, Director, Entertainment & Cultural Advisors (ECA)https://www.entertainmentandculture.com/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Crowd Convert. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn.  We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

Shortwave KitschSeason 10, Episode 4Hollywood Hunters! - “The Rewrite Stuff!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis:Patty Odd wakes up in Hollywood to a shocking discovery: her reflection isn't her own. Together with her quick-witted partner, Jesse Ball, she launches a whirlwind hunt through Tinseltown's strangest haunts to unravel the mystery behind her new identity. From wisecracking diner waitresses to a mythical, shape-shifting Pooka with an unfinished script and a grudge, every encounter brings the duo closer to the truth—and deeper into chaos. As Patty and Jesse barter with producers, dodge security, and rewrite more than just a screenplay, the line between reality and legend blurs in the City of Dreams. Will they break the curse and restore Patty's true self, or will Hollywood's magic rewrite their destinies for good? If you woke up in someone else's skin, how far would you go to get your life back? Tune in to find out!"Dr. Clutterbuck's Velvet Gel Commercial” CAST:Luciana Marcial - Cora Bellweather Mike Hornacek - Willard StroudMaddie Casto - Evelyn StroudHOLLYWOOD HUNTERS! CAST:Laura Lynn Lester - Patty OddMike Hornacek - Jesse BallDavid Englehart - SammyLuciana Marcial - MaudeBrandon L. Joyner - GuardDavid Englehart - Stanley GruberBrandon L. Joyner - Pooka MaleMaddie Casto - Pooka FemaleSong: "He Was Just a Blip"Sung by Maddie CastoMusic by Pedro ToroLyrics by Brandon L. JoynerSong: “Until Next Time”Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK Music by Pedro M. ToroLyrics by Brandon L. Joyner “Hollywood Hunters! Theme” by Pedro M. Toro Music Direction and Accompaniment by Patrick BoyleNarrated by David JoynerSound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke RashProduction Team:Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke RashSound Engineer: Matt Ciclon Sound Mixing: Matt CiclonRecorded by: Matt CiclonBusiness & Podcast Manager: Kristen N. Granet Original episode art by Maddie Casto-KoeblerLogo: LinkonThis Episode is Proudly Brought to You by the Generous Support of:Karen's Korner Frame & Gift Shop (karenskornerframeandart.com)Ledford's Termite & Pest Control (www.LedfordsPestControl.com)Indigo Wellness LLC, Uli Junker (indigo-wellness.com)Pawsitive Wellness (pawsitive-wellness.com)Charleston Caroling Company (charlestoncarolingcompany.com)Saltwater Cowboys (saltwater-cowboys.com)Special Thanks to:Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!Connect with Us: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @swkradioshowRead episode transcripts! (Available NOW!) For more information on who we are and what we're about, visit:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.shortwavekitsch.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.Support Our SWK Pod: ⁠⁠patreon.com/SWKRadioShow

Andy Povey is joined by two guests at the forefront of this space: Rob Liddell, Executive Producer at BBC Studios Science Unit, and Simon Clarke, Creative Director and Founder of Moonraker VFX. Fresh from announcing their new creative partnership, they're here to share what happens when world-class storytelling meets cutting-edge visual effects in the world of immersive experiences. Show References: Rob Liddell, Executive Producer at BBC Studios Science Unithttps://productions.bbcstudios.com/our-production-brands/the-science-unit/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-liddell-171639137/ Simon Clarke, Creative Director and Founder of Moonraker VFXhttps://moonrakervfx.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-clarke-07ba9146/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Crowd Convert. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn.   We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

Painting Insights Podcast is an online show where Richard K Blades and Simon Renshaw talk to professional painters, gallery owners, frame makers and curators. This week our guest is Jocelyn Roberts. Jocelyn has recently started to venture into expressive and lively painting from her previous measured and calm still life work. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PaintingInsightsPodcast Jocelyn's Website: https://jocelynroberts.wixsite.com/blossom Jocelyn's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/jocelynblossomroberts/ Jocelyn's Facebook: www.facebook.com/JocelynRobertsFineArt/ Oriel Dawn Gallery and Gift Shop: https://www.instagram.com/orieldawn/ Morris & Me: https://www.instagram.com/morris.and.me/ Richard's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richard.k.blades_art/ Richard's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/richardkblades_art Simon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonsez_artwork/ Simon's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SimonSezArtwork

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Meaning in Christmas at København's Gift Shop Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-11-22-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Det var en kølig efterårsdag i København, hvor bladene på træerne omkring Naturhistorisk Museum skiftede farve fra grøn til gylden.En: It was a cool autumn day in København, where the leaves on the trees around Naturhistorisk Museum changed color from green to golden.Da: Indenfor i museets gavebutik var der en varm og indbydende atmosfære.En: Inside the museum's gift shop, there was a warm and inviting atmosphere.Da: Små twinkly lys var hængt op over alt, og duften af kanel fra nærliggende julebagværk fyldte rummet.En: Small twinkly lights were hung everywhere, and the scent of cinnamon from nearby Christmas pastries filled the room.Da: Kasper, en historietosset ung mand, stod midt i folkemængden.En: Kasper, a history-obsessed young man, stood in the middle of the crowd.Da: Han følte sig presset af det stigende antal juledage, og den skarpe fornemmelse af at finde den perfekte gave voksede.En: He felt pressured by the increasing number of Christmas days, and the sharp sensation of finding the perfect gift grew.Da: Hans ven, Freja, var ved hans side.En: His friend, Freja, was by his side.Da: Hun var der for at finde en gave til sin søster.En: She was there to find a gift for her sister.Da: "Kan du tro det, Kasper?"En: "Can you believe it, Kasper?"Da: Freja udbrød, mens hun kiggede rundt.En: Freja exclaimed as she looked around.Da: "Der er så mange mennesker her.En: "There are so many people here.Da: Jeg håber, vi finder noget godt."En: I hope we find something good."Da: Kasper nikkede og kiggede på de mange hylder fyldt med historiske trinkets.En: Kasper nodded and looked at the many shelves filled with historical trinkets.Da: Han ønskede noget, der kunne forene hans kærlighed til historie med julens ånd.En: He wanted something that could unite his love for history with the spirit of Christmas.Da: Men hans sind flød over af for mange valgmuligheder.En: But his mind was overflowing with too many options.Da: Sofia, en medarbejder i butikken, mærkede Kaspers uro og gik smilende hen til dem.En: Sofia, an employee in the shop, noticed Kasper's unease and walked over to them with a smile.Da: "Hej, leder I efter noget særligt?"En: "Hi, are you looking for something special?"Da: "Ja, måske kan du hjælpe," sagde Kasper.En: "Yes, maybe you can help," said Kasper.Da: "Jeg vil gerne finde en historisk gave, der også passer til jul."En: "I would like to find a historical gift that also suits Christmas."Da: Sofia tænkte et øjeblik, før hun pegede til en sektion fyldt med smukke genstande.En: Sofia thought for a moment before pointing to a section filled with beautiful objects.Da: "Der er nogle gamle artefakt-kopier der, eller måske en illustreret bog om juletraditioner gennem historien?"En: "There are some old artifact replicas there, or perhaps an illustrated book on Christmas traditions throughout history?"Da: Kasper betragtede genstandene.En: Kasper considered the items.Da: En replik af en gammel amulet fange hans blik; den var fascinerende og unik.En: A replica of an old amulet caught his eye; it was fascinating and unique.Da: Men så tog han bogen op og bladrede gennem de farverige sider, hvor julens historie blev levendegjort med illustrationer og historier.En: But then he picked up the book and flipped through the colorful pages, where the history of Christmas was brought to life with illustrations and stories.Da: Freja så hans tøven.En: Freja saw his hesitation.Da: "Hvorfor ikke vælge noget, der bliver ved at give?En: "Why not choose something that keeps on giving?Da: En bogs historier kan nydes igen og igen."En: The stories in a book can be enjoyed over and over again."Da: Med en dyb indånding og et smil nikkede Kasper til Sofia.En: With a deep breath and a smile, Kasper nodded at Sofia.Da: "Jeg tager bogen.En: "I'll take the book.Da: Historierne vil være det bedste at dele."En: The stories will be the best to share."Da: Da de forlod butikken, følte Kasper lethed.En: As they left the shop, Kasper felt a sense of ease.Da: Han indså, at det ikke altid var den perfekte materielle gave der betød mest, men tanken og følelsen bag den.En: He realized that it wasn't always the perfect material gift that meant the most, but the thought and feeling behind it.Da: I eftermiddagssolen, mens han gik hjemad, vidste Kasper, at han havde valgt det rigtige.En: In the afternoon sun, as he walked home, Kasper knew he had made the right choice.Da: En gave fyldt med historier til at varme hjertet gennem vinterens kulde.En: A gift filled with stories to warm the heart through the cold of winter. Vocabulary Words:autumn: efterårsdaginviting: indbydendetwinkly: twinklycinnamon: kanelpastries: bagværkcrowd: folkemængdenpressured: pressetsensation: fornemmelsetrinkets: trinketsoverflowing: flød overunease: uroartifact: artefaktreplica: replikillustrated: illustreretthroughout: gennemhesitation: tøvenenjoyed: nydesmaterial: materiellerealized: indsåease: lethhedfilled: fyldtperfect: perfektestories: historiershare: deleafternoon: eftermiddagsun: solenwalked: gikwarm: varmeheart: hjertecold: kulde

Six weeks ago we experienced our third miscarriage. Losing a child, at any stage, is a profound tragedy, yet Christians alone have a hope and a comfort that the world cannot offer.Scripture tells us suffering is guaranteed in this broken world, but we are often unprepared when it comes. Much of the unnecessary despair comes from misunderstanding the curse that rests on creation and from forgetting the sovereign goodness of the God who rules over every detail of our pain.In this episode we share our recent story openly: what happened, how we have been walking through the grief, and the biblical truths that are sustaining us. We also spend time giving pastoral counsel both to believers who are suffering and to those who want to know how to minister faithfully to the hurting.Our prayer is that this conversation will strengthen grieving parents and equip the church to weep with those who weep, to comfort others with the comfort we ourselves have received from God (2 Cor 1:4).Resources mentioned in this episode: "Don't Waste Your Suffering" - article adapted from a by Caleb Stomberg"The Glorious Purposes of God in the Life of Isabella Hope" - Sermon by Matthew Cooke at Maynardville Fellowship Baptist Church in Maynardville, TNKeep Up with Reformed Faith and Family in the Following Ways:Never miss an episode, article, or a new FREEBIE by joining our weekly newsletter here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/subscribe/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Build your library with our recommended resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/recommended-resources/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the latest articles: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/blog/⁠⁠⁠Download your FREEBIES in our store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/educational-resources-store/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the Gift Shop: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/gift-shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠Good Dog Bible Rebinds: ⁠⁠⁠https://reformedfaithandfamily.com/good-dog-designs-and-rebinds/⁠⁠⁠WE HAVE A FAVOR TO ASK! If you are excited about our mission at Reformed Faith and Family to guide men and women as they seek to learn more about Reformed theology and equip families as they disciple their children, then please leave our podcast a 5-star review and share it with a friend. We appreciate each one of our faithful listeners, but we also depend on you to help us get the word out. Thank you for your continued support!

Today's attractions need to do more than look amazing — they need to feel, sound, and even smell unforgettable. In this episode, we explore how to go beyond the visual and bring audio, scent and motion to the forefront of the guest experience.  Paul Marden is joined by Liam Findlay, Theme Park and Museum Scenting Consultant from AromaPrime Themed Scents; David Wakefield Director and Co-founder of On the Sly; and Matt Clarkson, Creative Director of Simworx. Show References:Liam R. Findlay – Theme Park & Museum Scenting Consultant, AromaPrime Themed ScentsWhy smell is a form of mind control, with Liam Findlayhttps://aromaprime.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-r-findlay/David Wakefield – Director & Co-founder, ON THE SLYhttp://www.onthesly.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/davidonthesly/Matt Clarkson – Creative Director, Simworxhttp://www.simworx.co.ukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-clarkson-a42a95124/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Crowd Convert. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Paul Marden.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn.  We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

Shortwave KitschSeason 10, Episode 3Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity! - “O Dunkeld, Where Art Thou?”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Detective Jack Finger is back—and this time, the streets are quieter than ever. When the usually unflappable Captain Dunkeld disappears without a trace, Jack is left to navigate an empty precinct, a skeptical rookie, and a trail that leads straight into the heart of the city's seedy underbelly. From the smoky corners of the Whistling Pigeon speakeasy to a showdown at an abandoned train factory, Jack's sharp wit and stubborn streak are put to the test. As he tangles with smooth-talking gangsters and faces danger at every turn, Jack is determined to uncover what happened to his captain—even if it means bending a few rules along the way. But as the bullets start to fly and loyalties are tested, one question remains: Can Jack save the day before time—and his luck—runs out? Or is this one case even he can't crack?Dr. Clutterbuck's “ChloroClean” CAST:Michael Catangay - FloydJennifer Holstein - MavisLarry Perewiznyk - Gill Brandon L. Joyner - Charlie“Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity!” CAST:Larry Perewiznyk - Jack FingerFred Hutter - Captain Dunkeld Brandon L. Joyner - The RookieSaralyn Ortiz - Maggie MorellaJennifer Holstein - Slick EddieSong: “Strip Poker”Sung by Brandon L. JoynerMusic & Lyrics by Brandon L. JoynerSong - “Until Next Time”Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK Music by Pedro M. ToroLyrics by Brandon L. Joyner Narrated by David Joyner “Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity! Theme” by Pedro M. Toro Music Direction and Accompaniment by Patrick BoyleSound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke RashProduction Team:Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke RashSound Engineer: Matt Ciclon Sound Mixing: Matt CiclonRecorded by: Matt CiclonBusiness Manager & Podcaster: Kristen N. Granet Original episode art by Maddie Casto-KoeblerLogo: LinkonThis Episode is Proudly Brought to You by the Generous Support of:Justin Wham - Flowers & Events (⁠⁠jwweddingsandevents.com/⁠⁠)Karen's Korner Frame & Gift Shop (⁠⁠karenskornerframeandart.com/⁠⁠)Charleston Caroling Company (⁠⁠https://www.charlestoncarolingcompany.com/⁠⁠)The Greenery Florist (⁠⁠https://greeneryfloristcharleston.com/⁠⁠)Such and Such Designs (⁠⁠www.suchandsuchdesigns.com⁠⁠) Toro Music Studio (⁠⁠www.toromusicstudio.com⁠⁠)Special Thanks to:Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!Connect with Us: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @swkradioshowRead episode transcripts! (Available NOW!) For more information on who we are and what we're about, visit:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.shortwavekitsch.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.Support Our SWK Pod: ⁠⁠patreon.com/SWKRadioShow

In today's episode, recorded live at the National Science and Media Museum during the Association for Science and Discovery Centres Annual Conference 2025, we're exploring what's on the horizon for Science and Discovery Centres right now, over the next 5 years, and looking even further ahead to the next 25 years.It's a throwback to the break between Seasons 6 and 7, when Paul Marden was invited to the ASDC National Conference in Bradford, at the height of the Bradford City of Culture celebrations. It was Paul's first time in Bradford, but not his first ASDC conference, and this one was an absolute standout.At the end of the first day, Paul gathered a brilliant panel of delegates to unpack the conference's central theme: the Now, Next, and Future for Science Centres.Joining Paul on the panel were:Jo Quinton-Tulloch, Director, National Science and Media MuseumDavid Jones, Community Engagement Manager, International Centre for LifeNatalie Whitehead, Founder and Director, Exeter Science CentreStephen Breslin, CEO, Glasgow Science Centre and Chair of the Association for Science and Discovery Centres ASDCShaaron Leverment, CEO, Association for Science and Discovery Centres ASDCLet's head back to Bradford for a fascinating conversation about innovation, engagement, and the long-term vision shaping the future of science discovery in the UK. Show references:  Jo Quinton-Tulloch - Director, National Science and Media Museumhttps://www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-quinton-tulloch-22503791/David Jones, Community Engagement Manager, International Centre for Lifehttps://www.life.org.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-jones-031570198/Natalie Whitehead, Founder and Director, Exeter Science Centrehttps://exetersciencecentre.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-whitehead-17323ba9/Stephen Breslin, CEO, Glasgow Science Centre and Chair of ASDChttps://www.glasgowsciencecentre.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-breslin-b331135b/Shaaron Leverment - CEO, Association for Science and Discovery Centres ASDChttps://www.sciencecentres.org.uk/events/asdc-conference-2025/https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaaron-leverment-74b53b50/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Crowd Convert. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Paul Marden.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn. We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

Today's guest is Hillary Spiritos (Millennial) — a pathfinding coach and founder of Bat Outta Hell, where she helps young adults find the courage, creativity, and resilience to build lives that feel authentic, invigorating, and meaningful.A former university advisor at Duke, NYU, and Northeastern, Hillary has guided countless students and early professionals through crossroads moments — from choosing a major to choosing themselves. Her work now focuses on helping Millennials and Gen Zers define success on their own terms, navigate anxiety about the future, and trust that their unique paths can lead to purpose.In this conversation, Yo and Hillary explore how social media, uncertainty, and shifting definitions of success are shaping a new generation — and why trusting yourself might just be the most radical act of all.✨ In this episode, we cover:The challenges today's young adults face — from cynicism to social media overloadHow to redefine success based on your values, not your title or salaryHow social media can inspire and overwhelm — and how to use it intentionallyThe difference between satisfaction and successWhy authenticity is the new currency of connection⏱️ Episode Highlights00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Hillary Spiritos00:33 – The mission behind Bat Outta Hell01:59 – From college advising to pathfinding: how it began03:55 – Empowering Millennials and Gen Z to create change07:55 – What makes this generation's challenges unique09:51 – The role of anxiety and cynicism in today's world15:26 – Redefining success through your own values21:11 – Is social media friend or foe?27:15 – Why authenticity beats perfection online30:09 – Navigating a tough job market with resilience35:27 – Facing fear, failure, and the courage to try

This week on Skip The Queue we explore the science behind ensuring good visitor experiences, by looking at the role data has to play in thisJoining me are two experts in this field, Professor Jim Deegan, economist, tourism policy expert, and founder of the National Centre for Tourism Policy Studies at the University of Limerick, and Ernesto Sánchez- Batista, an expert in destination planning and digital transformation.Together, they have been instrumental in developing a new Tourism Data Dashboard. This has been utilised to transform the visitor experience at The Cliffs of Moher, one of  Ireland's most iconic landmarks.Let's find out how, and what they've achieved.  We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth.Download your FREE copy here: https://pages.crowdconvert.co.uk/skip-the-queue-playbookSkip the Queue is brought to you by Crowd Convert. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Paul Marden.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn.Show references:  Jim Deegan - PHD Scholar of Cliffs of Moer Projecthttps://www.cliffsofmoher.ie/https://www.irishexaminer.com/business/economy/arid-41721501.htmlhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-deegan-94438b2a/Jim Deegan is the Director of the National Centre for Tourism Policy Studies (NCTPS), University of Limerick(UL), a member of the Economics Department( Head of department, 2011-2016) ) and Professor of Tourism Policy. He is an economist by training and his research interests and publications are in all facets of public policy for tourism. Jim is a highly cited author in tourism economics/policy papers and he acts as a referee for all the top rated international journals in tourism and has served on editorial boards of numerous journals that have included the Cornell Quarterly and Tourism Economics. As director of the NCTPS at UL he has raised more than €6 million through project research and philanthropic donations  that has funded research scholarships for more than 25 students to study tourism at postgraduate level. Jim has undertaken project research on behalf of the World Bank, The European Commission, Eurostat, The Irish Government, Failte Ireland, Tourism Ireland, the Marine Institute, the Law Society and many other public and private sector organisations across the world. He was the project lead for the team that delivered Ireland's first Tourism Satellite Account in 2004.Jim has served on numerous public and private sector committees/boards on tourism issues over the last 25 years and was a founding member of the Business Tourism Forum of Failte Ireland  from 2004 and was appointed to the Board of The National Tourism Development Authority( Failte Ireland) by the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport in 2013. He is currently a board member of the Birr Scientific and Heritage Foundation. Jim was the founding chairman and a shareholder in Treaty Radio Ltd that was sold to UTV PLC for €15.7million in 2002. Ernesto Batista Sánchez - PHD Scholar of Cliffs of Moer Projecthttps://www.ul.ie/business/departments/department-economics/research/national-centre-tourism-policy-studieshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ebats/Ernesto Batista Sánchez is a PhD researcher at the National Centre for Tourism Policy Studies (NCTPS), Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick, Ireland. Prior to this, he worked as an Assistant Professor in Tourism programmes at the University of Holguín, Cuba. He graduated with a first-class honours MA in International Tourism from the University of Limerick in 2020 and holds a PhD from the University of Holguín (2024). His research explores the application of technology and data analysis in tourism. The 2025 Visitor Attraction Website Survey is now LIVE! Dive into groundbreaking benchmarks for the industryGain a better understanding of how to achieve the highest conversion ratesExplore the "why" behind visitor attraction site performanceLearn the impact of website optimisation and visitor engagement on conversion ratesUncover key steps to enhance user experience for greater conversionsTake the Rubber Cheese Visitor Attraction Website Survey Report

Shortwave KitschSeason 10, Episode 2To Whom It May Concern… - “Double Your Pleasure, Double Your Pain!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner When all seems lost, desperate souls turn to Adriana Agony—your Agony Aunt—for answers. In “Double Your Pleasure, Double Your Pain,” Adriana is drawn into the tangled affairs of the wealthy Lark family after Arabella Lark seeks help, suspecting her twin sister Seraphina's tragic death was no accident. Teaming up with the sharp-tongued Inspector Cunningham, Adriana navigates a maze of sibling rivalry, shifting fortunes, and buried secrets at the overgrown Lark estate. As the investigation unspools, motives of greed and control come to light, culminating in a dramatic reveal where the true culprit is unmasked—and nearly claims another victim. With wit and wisdom, Adriana proves that no twin is truly a mirror, and that truth, however bitter, must be revealed. Join us for a richly atmospheric whodunit where every letter hides a story, every garden its thorns, and every answer is signed, To Whom It May Concern.“Dr. Clutterbuck's Cobbler's Delight Commercial” CAST:Rodney Lee Rogers - WilsonJay Shadix - Tagert O'MalleyBrandon L. Joyner - Birch“To Whom It May Concern…” Show CAST:Maddie Casto - Adriana AgonyJay Shadix - Inspector Frederick CunninghamBrandon L. Joyner - ReginaldVictoria Hartshorn - Arabella LarkBrandon L. Joyner - James O'BrienRodney Lee Rogers - Edwin Lark Tiffany Parker-Copeland - Bunny LarkSong: “One Last Kiss”Sung by Brandon L. JoynerMusic & Lyrics by Brandon L. JoynerSong - “Until Next Time”Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK Music by Pedro M. ToroLyrics by Brandon L. Joyner Narrated by David Joyner “To Whom It May Concern… Theme” by Pedro M. Toro Music Direction and Accompaniment by Joanna NorwoodSound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke RashProduction Team:Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke RashSound Engineer: Matt Ciclon Sound Mixing: Matt CiclonRecorded by: Matt CiclonBusiness Manager: Kristen N. Granet Original episode art by Maddie Casto-KoeblerLogo: LinkonThis Episode is Proudly Brought to You by the Generous Support of:Justin Wham - Flowers & Events (⁠⁠jwweddingsandevents.com/⁠⁠)Karen's Korner Frame & Gift Shop (⁠⁠karenskornerframeandart.com/⁠⁠)Charleston Caroling Company (⁠⁠https://www.charlestoncarolingcompany.com/⁠⁠)The Greenery Florist (⁠⁠https://greeneryfloristcharleston.com/⁠⁠)Such and Such Designs (⁠⁠www.suchandsuchdesigns.com⁠⁠) Toro Music Studio (⁠⁠www.toromusicstudio.com⁠⁠)Special Thanks to:Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!Connect with Us: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @swkradioshowRead episode transcripts! (Available NOW!) For more information on who we are and what we're about, visit:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.shortwavekitsch.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.Support Our SWK Pod: ⁠⁠patreon.com/SWKRadioShow

Welcome back to Girl, Take the Lead! — the podcast where we share real, raw, and remarkable stories of people breaking cycles, finding freedom, and leading with courage.Today's guest is Sue Hincenbergs (Boomer) — a former television producer turned #1 bestselling author whose debut novel, The Retirement Plan, has taken Canada by storm. Now translated into 20 languages and headed for the big screen, this darkly funny thriller proves that it's never too late to follow your dreams — or plot a little creative mayhem along the way.After three decades producing award-winning TV programs, Sue decided at 59 to finally keep a promise she made to herself (and Bruce Springsteen!) at 20: to write a novel. The result? A hit book, a movie deal, and a wildly inspiring story of reinvention.In this conversation, we explore the humor, humility, and heart behind her success — and why midlife might just be the perfect time to unleash your creative spark.✨ Other Topics Covered:How Sue turned a lifelong dream into a #1 Canadian bestsellerThe 40-year promise inspired by Bruce SpringsteenLessons from her TV career that made her a tighter, funnier writerWhat makes a great storyteller — and why tension mattersThe courage to start something new at any ageWhat she'd tell her 20-something self about patience, humility, and timingWhy “If not now, when?” became her personal mantra⏱️ Episode Highlights00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Sue Hincenbergs00:57 – “If not now, when?”: deciding to write at 5902:20 – The Retirement Plan — murder, marriage, and midlife reinvention04:58 – The Bruce Springsteen concert that sparked a lifelong promise07:45 – From television producer to novelist: learning on the fly09:39 – How tension and clarity make a great story13:53 – Editing, rewriting, and the art of brevity15:43 – Her advice to younger writers and her 20-something self17:09 – Sue's card pick: Celebrate — Life's Too Short to Act Normal18:35 – “Why not me?”: believing it's never too late

It's that time again! Gut that pumpkin and fill it with eggnog, because we're listening to EVEN MORE Christmas/Halloween crossover songs. Not only have we not run out of these, we've still got a few that are, you know, not terrible! We start with "Spooky Halloween Chrismtas" by Giftshop and have to re-learn what psychobilly is, then get into a more familiar groove with "Halloween on Christmas" by The Walking Who. Plus: a last-minute Halloween costume idea for couples, and also a third person, preferably a sibling or in-law! The intro sting in this episode is the theme song of "Are You Afraid of the Dark?" composed by Jeff Zahn & Jeff Fischer and the ranking music is "Psycho Killer" by Talking Heads.

We've got a frightfully good episode for you today on Skip The Queue. We're taking a trip to the dark side… where screams echo, shadows stir and the scare actors never seem to take a night off.We're joined by the team behind Avon Valley's FEAR Scream Park, a family-run adventure park with more than 35 years of experience, and now home to one of the UK's most terrifying Halloween events.Winners of Best Event Entertainment at the 2024 Thrill Nation Halloween Awards, Avon Valley has mastered the art of blending immersive theatre, multi-sensory scares and spine-tingling attractions that keep thrill seekers coming back for more.From scare zones to scream-worthy shows, and even a ‘scaredy-cat lanyard' for those who'd rather keep the monsters at arm's length, there's something for everyone who dares to step inside.Let's unmask what's new this year at FEAR… We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth.Download your FREE copy here: https://pages.crowdconvert.co.uk/skip-the-queue-playbookSkip the Queue is brought to you by Crowd Convert. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn.Show references:  FEAR Avon Valley Scream Parkhttps://www.fearscreampark.co.uk/Avon Valley Adventure Parkhttps://avonvalley.co.uk/Doug Douglas on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-douglas-87826038/National Farm Attractions Network (NFAN)https://www.farmattractions.net/Halloween and Scare Attraction Association (HSAA)https://www.hsaa.uk/Avon Valley Adventure Park is a family business with 35 years of experienceWinner of Best Event Entertainment at the 2024 Thrill Nation Halloween Awards, Avon Valley's FEAR Scream Park offers a unique and thrilling experience for Halloween and adrenaline lovers across the UK and beyond. Re-opening on Friday 10th October, FEAR Scream Park will welcome visitors for 11 nights of scares. Boasting two zones, five multi-sensory and immersive scare attractions, it will also play host to fire and laser shows, street entertainment and a ‘bolt on' scare experience known as The Exorcism. Visitors will be challenged to hold their nerve as they navigate the attractions and enjoy a night that is as thrilling as it is terrifying.FEAR welcomes all who dare to experience its horrors but for those who prefer a less intense night the park offers a 'scaredy-cat lanyard,' which lets actors know to keep their distance allowing all guests to have a bloody good night. FEARless at Avon Valley Scream ParkFor those on half term, younger scare-lovers can experience the award-winning FEAR Scream Park with FEARless, a frightfully fun experience that invites under 16 year olds to navigate a tamed-down version of four attraction mazes with no major scares (but still plenty of spooks) along the way. With street performers, food stalls and fairground rides, the event is running for select daytime slots from Saturday 26th - Thursday 31st October.  The 2025 Visitor Attraction Website Survey is now LIVE! Dive into groundbreaking benchmarks for the industryGain a better understanding of how to achieve the highest conversion ratesExplore the "why" behind visitor attraction site performanceLearn the impact of website optimisation and visitor engagement on conversion ratesUncover key steps to enhance user experience for greater conversionsTake the Rubber Cheese Visitor Attraction Website Survey Report

Welcome back to Girl, Take the Lead! — the podcast where we explore real, raw, and remarkable stories that inspire us to lead with courage and heart.Today's guest is Salvatore Manzi (Gen X) — a leadership communication coach, speaker, and author who helps mission-driven leaders transform their insight into influence. With two decades of experience coaching executives from Silicon Valley to the United Nations, Salvatore believes your leadership goes beyond how you show up and communicate your truth.In this episode, Salvatore and Yo dive into the art and science of communication — exploring how content, delivery, and presence shape our impact. They discuss how introverts can command the room, why communication training often fails analytical thinkers, and how reframing fear into excitement can help you speak with confidence.✨ In this episode, we cover:How to own the spotlight no matter your comfort level with public speakingThe three pillars of communication: content, delivery, and presenceHow to “reframe the rush” from fear to excitementWhy asynchronous communication (emails, texts) often misfiresThe importance of intention and feedback in becoming a better communicatorHow to adapt your communication style without losing authenticityTaking up space — physically and emotionally — when you've been conditioned not toWhat Salvatore would tell his 20-something self about voice and courage⏱️ Episode Highlights00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Salvatore Manzi01:00 – The missing link in communication training for introverts04:40 – The three pillars: content, delivery, and presence06:55 – Why presence matters most in today's world09:35 – Dialogue, not download — and why metaphors move minds11:02 – “You may be on mute, but your body isn't”13:18 – Expanding what feels authentic15:31 – Reframing the rush: fear into excitement18:23 – How to add warmth to asynchronous communication22:17 – Setting intention before you speak23:42 – Why feedback fuels growth26:35 – Communication as context: knowing your audience29:15 – Taking up space and overcoming conditioning32:24 – Body and mind hacks to restore presence36:33 – “Speak before it feels comfortable” — Salvatore's 20-something-self advice

Welcome back to Girl, Take the Lead! — the podcast where we share real, raw, and remarkable stories that inspire us to lead with courage and heart.Today's guest is Sarah M. Eden (Millennial) — a USA Today best-selling author, screenwriter, and creative powerhouse whose witty, award-winning historical romances have sold over a million copies worldwide.Known for blending her obsession with history and affinity for tender, hopeful love stories, Sarah has written more than eighty-five novels and is now expanding her storytelling into film. Her upcoming movie, Seeking Persephone, reimagines the myth of Hades and Persephone as a Regency-era romance — and her latest novel, The Tides of Time, explores how love, guilt, and hope transcend centuries.In this episode, Sarah and Yo explore the heart of storytelling itself — why stories matter, how creativity lifts us through life's oppositions, and why romance will always promise hope.⏱️ Episode HighlightsHow writers “train” their minds to see stories everywhereThe spark behind The Tides of Time and its time-travel premiseWhat adapting her own novel taught Sarah about letting goHow romance fiction empowers women and offers hopeWhy joy is essential to creative longevityHow resistance and opposition help us rise — in life and in artSarah's gentle message to her 20-something selfTimestamps:00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Sarah M. Eden01:29 – How a dare launched her writing career02:25 – The story behind The Tides of Time — time travel meets the French Revolution04:20 – What makes a good storyteller — and how it can be learned07:42 – Letting go: when your story belongs to the world09:59 – Adapting Seeking Persephone for film and what changed in the process13:39 – Finding joy in creativity, even when it's “work”14:38 – Sarah's advice for aspiring writers: love the stage you're in19:27 – Why romance fiction endures — and what hope it offers24:34 – The Finding Joy card story and how opposition gives us lift

Paul Marden and Andy Povey head to the VAC 2025 Conference at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in Westminster, London, to explore the evolving world of attraction retail and e-commerce.With special participation from Skip the Queue's founding host, Kelly Molson, the conversation delves into practical steps for creating seamless, authentic and profitable online experiences.Joining him are industry experts Stephen Spencer, Director of Stephen Spencer and Associates, and Simon Jones, Managing Director of Navigate Agency, to discuss how attractions can create e-commerce gift shops that truly enhance the visitor experience.They discuss the Visitor Attraction Playbook and explore how storytelling, sustainability and smart integration can transform your retail offer from an afterthought into a powerful brand extension.This episode also marks the launch of our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth.Download your FREE copy here: https://pages.crowdconvert.co.uk/skip-the-queue-playbook Skip the Queue is brought to you by Rubber Cheese, a digital agency that builds remarkable systems and websites for attractions that helps them increase their visitor numbers. Your hosts are Paul Marden and Andy Povey.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn. Show references:  Stephen Spencer, Ambience Director of Stephen Spencer and Associateshttps://www.stephenspencerassociates.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/customerexperiencespecialist/Simon Jones, Managing Director of Navigate Agencyhttps://www.navigate.agency/https://www.linkedin.com/in/simontjones/Kelly Molson, Skip the Queue's founding host, Agency Advisor, Kelly Molson Consultinghttps://www.kellymolson.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellymolson/ The 2025 Visitor Attraction Website Survey is now LIVE! Dive into groundbreaking benchmarks for the industryGain a better understanding of how to achieve the highest conversion ratesExplore the "why" behind visitor attraction site performanceLearn the impact of website optimisation and visitor engagement on conversion ratesUncover key steps to enhance user experience for greater conversionsTake the Rubber Cheese Visitor Attraction Website Survey Report

Shortwave KitschSeason 10, Episode 1A Hog Killin' Time - “Bandit on the Run!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Saddle up for a wild ride in Giddy-Up Gulch! In this episode of “A Hog Killin' Time,” saloonkeeper Pru Beaumont and her loyal crew are thrown into chaos when a mysterious battered stranger, Cane Wilder, collapses at their doorstep. As Cane recovers, the townsfolk's curiosity grows—especially when a pair of tough-as-nails bounty hunters, Callie & Butch, stride in, demanding answers and retribution over gambling debts. With tensions mounting, secrets bubbling, and everyone's loyalty tested, Pru must decide who to trust and how far she'll go to protect her own alongside Lucky Allman. Will peace prevail in the Gulch, or is trouble brewing just beneath the surface? Who really is Cane Wilder—as he seeks redemption, will he ultimately have to face his past sins? And what will happen when the clock strikes high noon? Tune in to find out!“A Hog Killin' Time” CAST:Jennifer Holstein - Pru BeaumontSaralyn Ortiz - Lola HaithMichael Catangay - Lucky AllmanBrandon L. Joyner - ClevelandFred Hutter - Cane WilderSaralyn Ortiz - CallieLarry Perewiznyk - Butch“Clutterbuck's CallMaster 600” CAST:Saralyn Ortiz - BlancheJennifer Holstein - DottieFred Hutter - ChuckSong: “The Four-Step Waltz”Sung by Meredith DickardMusic & Lyrics by Brandon L. JoynerSong - “Until Next Time”Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK Music by Pedro M. ToroLyrics by Brandon L. Joyner Narrated by David Joyner “A Hog Killin' Time Theme” by Pedro M. Toro Music Direction and Accompaniment by Patrick BoyleSound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke RashProduction Team:Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke RashSound Engineer: Matt Ciclon Sound Mixing: Matt CiclonRecorded by: Matt CiclonBusiness Manager: Kristen N. Granet Original episode art by Maddie Casto-KoeblerLogo: LinkonThis Episode is Proudly Brought to You by the Generous Support of:Justin Wham - Flowers & Events (⁠⁠jwweddingsandevents.com/⁠⁠)Karen's Korner Frame & Gift Shop (⁠⁠karenskornerframeandart.com/⁠⁠)Charleston Caroling Company (⁠⁠https://www.charlestoncarolingcompany.com/⁠⁠)The Greenery Florist (⁠⁠https://greeneryfloristcharleston.com/⁠⁠)Such and Such Designs (⁠⁠www.suchandsuchdesigns.com⁠⁠) Toro Music Studio (⁠⁠www.toromusicstudio.com⁠⁠)Special Thanks to:Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!Connect with Us: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @swkradioshowRead episode transcripts! (Available NOW!) For more information on who we are and what we're about, visit:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.shortwavekitsch.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.Support Our SWK Pod: ⁠⁠patreon.com/SWKRadioShowhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/2nO9IvtPZFGxp7lMwWKvKA?si=axQ4flQ8ScSk6erzfECWbQ

In this episode of The Focus Group, John Nash and Tim Bennett discuss various topics ranging from holiday decorations to TV show recommendations and consumer experiences in hotels. They delve into insights about the LGBTQ+ community based on recent data, celebrate the birthday of infomercial pioneer Kevin Harrington, and explore the innovative retail strategies of the MoMA Store. The conversation is light-hearted yet informative, providing listeners with a mix of entertainment and valuable insights. We're all business. Except when we're not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to Girl, Take the Lead! — the podcast where we share real, raw, and remarkable stories that inspire us to lead with courage and heart.Today's guest is Dr. Arisbe Mendoza (Gen X), Director of Global Impact, Advocacy, and Partnerships atFairtrade International in Bonn, Germany. A proud Mexican woman and passionate advocate for women's leadership, Arisbe believes that leadership isn't about titles — it's about impact.In this inspiring conversation, we explore how Fairtrade transforms global trade into a force for equity, how women's leadership creates ripples of change, and why joy, empathy, and authenticity are essential to leading with heart.✨ In this episode, we cover:The powerful origin story of the Fairtrade movement — and its deep roots in MexicoHow Fairtrade works with more than 1.9 million farmers and workers across 67 countriesWhy true leadership is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and purposeThe Fairtrade Women's School of Leadership and its impact on confidence and equalityHow young people are driving awareness through the Fairtrade Ambassador ProgramWhat sustainable livelihoods really mean — and how fair pricing changes livesHow global collaboration and trust build resilience across supply chainsArisbe's reflections on capitalism, resistance, and the ongoing relevance of FairtradeHer message to her 20-something self about trusting her voice and being boldThe leadership lesson behind her favorite phrase: “Joy in the everyday”⏱️ Episode Highlights00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Dr. Arisbe Mendoza (Gen X)00:30 – Leadership as impact, not title — how Fairtrade reflects that mission01:49 – The Fairtrade story: from Mexican coffee farmers to a global movement04:42 – Why producers stay committed — and the challenges they face today06:45 – Connecting farmers to fair markets and meaningful partnerships09:29 – Empowering women through the Fairtrade Women's School of Leadership11:24 – Youth advocacy and the Fairtrade Ambassador Program12:18 – Arisbe's personal journey from Mexico to global leadership15:28 – The strategic vision for Fairtrade's next decade17:18 – Sustainable livelihoods and the shared responsibility of supply chains20:36 – How listeners can support Fairtrade and ethical consumption24:00 – Why Arisbe remains hopeful amid global economic shifts27:07 – Her message to her 20-something self: trust your voice, even when it shakes28:34 – Her favorite pick from the GTTL shop — “Joy in the Everyday”30:03 – Final reflections and celebration of Fairtrade Month

Welcome back to Girl, Take the Lead! — the podcast where we share real, raw, and remarkable stories that inspire us to lead with courage and heart.Today's guest is Uma Thana Balasingam (Gen X) — a powerhouse global tech executive turned founder, movement builder, and podcast host. Uma grew up in Malaysia, put herself through university, and rose from engineer to Vice President of Sales for global tech companies, leading more than 800 people across 48 markets and managing over $1 billion in revenue.Now, Uma is building her second career by launching companies and movements at the intersection of leadership, reinvention, and media. As founder of The ELEVATE Group, she's architecting a future where five million women rise with her. Her hit podcast, RAW with UMA, amplifies raw, real voices across Asia Pacific — bridging strategy and soul, and inspiring women everywhere to rethink what's possible.In this openhearted conversation, Uma shares what it's like to experience what she calls a “careerquake” — that seismic professional shift that shakes your identity and calls you to reinvent. Together, we explore how grief and growth coexist, how sponsorship accelerates careers, and how to find belonging again when everything changes.✨ In this episode, we cover:What a careerquake really means — and how it can spark reinvention instead of regretThe emotional journey of leaving a beloved role: love, grief, and belongingHow to reframe career breaks as growth chapters, not gapsWhy workplace politics aren't a dirty word — and how to play with integrityThe two currencies that drive careers: performance and relationshipsHow sponsorship (not just mentorship) accelerates opportunityThe leadership lessons from an inclusive boss who amplified women's voicesThe story behind RAW with UMA — and why she's tackling the “hard things”Uma's powerful message to her 20-something self about colorism, courage, and challenging norms⏱️ Episode Highlights00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Uma Thana Balasingam00:59 – Defining the “careerquake” and how it reshaped her sense of identity02:28 – From love to grief: what leaving behind success really feels like05:39 – Why workplace politics aren't a dirty word — and how power truly flows09:28 – The inclusive boss who modeled how to amplify women's voices11:22 – How to confidently reframe career breaks in interviews17:01 – The origin of Lean In Singapore and Uma's Walk the Talk sponsorship platform23:11 – The backstory of RAW with UMA — turning eulogies into empowerment28:44 – Uma's message to her 20-something self: challenge everything30:42 – Her favorite pick from the GTTL shop — and the birth of the “Careerquake” card

Summary of the RockSolid Families Podcast EpisodeThe episode opens with a heartfelt introduction sponsored by Casey's Outdoor Solutions and Gift Shop, a local business that beautifies homes inside and out. Linda Hutchinson and her husband, Merrill then take center stage, noting how long it has been since their last recording—two months, following a significant health crisis Merrill experienced.Health UpdateMerrill shares a deeply personal update about his battle with glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer. He recounts feeling unwell during the week leading to July 23rd, the day he was diagnosed. Before this diagnosis, he had enjoyed a summer filled with fitness and vitality, making the abrupt change all the more shocking. He describes his symptoms, including lapses in judgment and physical coordination, which led him to seek medical help.Despite the grim diagnosis that follows—being informed of the aggressive nature of his cancer—Merrill highlights the importance of processing this news with Linda's support. They discuss the urgency that has developed in their lives, emphasizing the need to cherish relationships and the time they have together.Faith and CommunityThey reflect on how their faith has provided them with peace amid turmoil. They share insights from scripture, with Linda quoting from 1 Peter, which speaks of a “living hope” that transcends earthly challenges. The couple's faith journey has brought them closer, and they express gratitude for the overwhelming support from family, friends, and community members during this time.They acknowledge the powerful impact their health situation has had on their relationships, giving them a renewed perspective on the importance of expressing love and appreciation to those around them. Special mentions are made of the support they received from medical staff and the community, reinforcing the notion that one should never take relationships for granted.Rock Solid Families' FutureAs they discuss the future of RockSolid Families, they announce Merrill's retirement from his active role due to his health. He expresses hope for the organization's continued mission—helping families build strong foundations rooted in faith. They introduce new staff members who will carry on their work, emphasizing the transition is not an end but a new beginning for the ministry.With a focus on legacy, they encourage listeners to act and not delay in nurturing their relationships, underscoring the message that life is fleeting. The couple draws inspiration from Charlie Kirk's recent passing, emphasizing the call to live meaningfully and to impart wisdom to future generations.Closing ThoughtsIn closing, the couple reflects on their experiences and the joy and peace they have felt, even amidst grief. They encourage listeners to trust in God, pointing out that even when facing life's uncertainties, true peace comes from faith. Merrill shares his favorite verses, emphasizing the importance of submitting to God's plan and the significance of community support.The episode wraps with a heartfelt thank you to their sponsors and supporters, reiterating the importance of building a strong community, one family at a time. They invite listeners to stay connected and to reach out for support, ending with the reminder to cherish every moment and live fully in the present.rocksolidfamilies.orgSupport the show#Rocksolidfamilies, #familytherapy, #marriagecounseling, #parenting, #faithbasedcounseling, #counseling, #Strongdads, #coaching, #lifecoach, #lifecoaching, #marriagecoaching, #marriageandfamily, #control, #security, #respect, #affection, #love, #purpose, #faith, #affairs, #infidelity

The team starts bringing about their new plan. Someone's just gotta tell Cliff he's not coming.