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    The Successful Fashion Designer
    257: Why Afroditi Quit Upwork After Hitting $100K (Part 2)

    The Successful Fashion Designer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 31:25


    What happens after you hit $100K on Upwork? For Afroditi, it meant finally stepping away. In this second half of our in-person interview, she shares how she scaled her freelance business, raised her rates, and built a system that brought clients to her. But she also reveals why she chose to leave it all behind. From pricing mindset to proposal tips and her 2025 pivot strategy, this is an honest look at what growth really takes.In Part 2 of our conversation with Afroditi, we pick up after her rocky first year and dive into how she built a stable, high-paying freelance business. She talks about growing from $15 projects to $70/hour clients, using Upwork to teach herself strategy, and why she ultimately chose to leave the platform.Resources:Afroditi's Upwork Profile253: Tabitha's First $1K Month (and Why She's Quitting Her Day Job to Go All In on Freelancing)256: From $15 to $100K: Afroditi's Fashion Freelance Journey on Upwork (Part 1)About Afroditi:Afroditi is a fashion technical designer who earned $100K on Upwork while living in Greece. She now helps early-stage brands with tech packs and development—and is shifting her freelance business off-platform to gain more control.Connect with Afroditi:Follow on InstagramConnect on LinkedIn Download my Freelance Price List just for fashion (it's free!): sewheidi.com/price

    The Story Collider
    Red Flag: Stories about toxic relationships

    The Story Collider

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 29:49


    In this week's episode, both of our storytellers use a scientific lens to examine their worst relationships. Part 1: Carlos Maza uses the plague to analyze his brutal breakup. Part 2: Panagiota Vogdou refuses to see her boyfriend as toxic until a stranger on the bus tells her to go to therapy. Carlos Maza is a video journalist focusing on misinformation, media bias, and propaganda. He is the Director of Video at Media Matters for America. He has spent too much of his adult life writing about fascism and hate speech. He would much rather you tell him about you Dungeons & Dragons character. Panagiota was born in Kozani, Greece, and moved to Toronto, Canada, in 2015. She's a Greek teacher and a flight attendant, but her true passion lies in acting—and, of course, storytelling. Though she's based in Toronto, she's always ready to fly anywhere to share her stories. Panagiota has performed in community theatre both in Greece and in Toronto. In 2020, she discovered her love for storytelling, and since then, she's been sharing her stories onstage at shows like Replay Storytelling, The Story Collider, Tales Told Live, and But That's Another Story in Toronto—as well as Confabulation in Montreal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Greek Current
    Is Greece's economy ready for climate change?

    The Greek Current

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 13:21


    Over the past decades we've heard a lot about the potential impacts of climate change, from rising temperatures to wildfires and droughts. Greece is on the frontline of many of these shifts. Today we're taking a closer look at how climate change will impact Greece's economy. Nikos Vettas, the General Director of the Foundation for Economic and Industrial Research and a Professor of Economics at the Athens University of Economics and Business, joins Thanos Davelis as we break down the challenges and opportunities for Greece's economy.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Climate change to cost up to 327,000 jobsCompetitiveness deficit shows no sign of easingGreek PM opens door to a shift on nuclear powerArmenia's Pashinyan, Turkey's Erdogan to hold 'historic' talks amid Iran-Israel war

    The Journey of My Mother's Son
    Teri M. Brown – Lessons from a Double-Butted Adventure

    The Journey of My Mother's Son

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 39:34


    In this episode of the Journey of My Mother's Son podcast, I talk with Teri M. Brown. Born in Athens, Greece as an Air Force brat, Teri M. Brown came into this world with an imagination full of stories to tell. She now calls the North Carolina coast home, and the peaceful nature of the sea has been a great source of inspiration for her creativity. Not letting 2020 get the best of her, Teri chose to go on an adventure that changed her outlook on life. She and her husband, Bruce, rode a tandem bicycle across the United States from Astoria, Oregon to Washington DC, successfully raising money for Toys for Tots. She learned she is stronger than she realized and capable of anything she sets her mind to. Teri graduated from UNC Greensboro with a multitude of degrees – majors in Elementary Education and Psychology and minors in Math and Sociology – she just couldn't settle on one thing! While homeschooling her four children, she began her writing career by focusing on small businesses, writing articles, blog posts, and website content. During this time, Teri published five nonfiction self-help books dealing with real estate and finance, receiving "First Runner Up" in the Eric Hoffman Book Awards for 301 Simple Things You Can Do To Sell Your Home Now, finalist in the USA Best Books Awards for How To Open and Operate a Financially Successful Redesign, Redecorate, and Real Estate Staging Business and for 301 Simple Things You Can Do To Sell Your Home Now, and Honorable Mention in Foreword Magazine's Book of the Year Award for Private Mortgage Investing. In 2017, after finally getting out of an emotionally abusive 14-year marriage, Teri began dabbling in fiction, a lifelong dream. Upon winning the First Annual Anita Bloom Ornoff Award for Inspirational Short Story for a piece about her grandfather, she began writing in earnest, and published her debut novel in 2022, Sunflowers Beneath the Snow, a historical fiction set in Ukraine. Her second novel published in 2023, An Enemy Like Me, takes place during WWII. Her latest novel, Daughters of Green Mountain Gap, a generational story about Appalachian healers came out in January 2024. In June 2024, her short story, The Youngest Lighthouse Keeper, came out in the anthology Feisty Deeds: Historical Fictions of Daring Women. Her latest book, 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure (Feb 2025), is an inspirational look at the life lessons she learned riding across the United States on a tandem bicycle. In April, her first children's book, Little Lola and Her Big Dream launched. Teri is a wife, mother, grandmother, and author who loves word games, reading, bumming on the beach, taking photos, singing in the shower, hunting for bargains, ballroom dancing, playing bridge, and mentoring others – especially youth and women who are having trouble discovering their worth. To find out more about Teri, you can check out her website at https://terimbrown.com/.

    The Testing Room
    Video Game Book Club - Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty - Part 4

    The Testing Room

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 111:38


    Welcome to the Video Game Book Club where three of the gaming industry's best consultants (to never consult on a game) get together to talk about a specific video game in book club fashion. This week we finish Metal Gear Solid 2 with part 4 of the VGBC. Next week we dive into the 1996 game Tomb Raider, playing on the remastered collection, and part 1 will be the Peru levels stopping when we get to Greece. Don't forget to send comments and questions to testingroompod@gmail.com, comment down below or message us on instagram. Also don't forget to follow us on Twitch @ twitch.tv/testingroomlive and watch on YouTube @ youtube.com/@thetestingroom

    Empowerography
    The Art of Presence: A Conversation on Life, Art, and Healing with Giota Vorgia

    Empowerography

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 54:51


    My guest today is Giota Vorgia. Giota Vorgia was born and raised in Athens, Greece, always close to the sea. Growing up in a family of artists and being mentored by the renowned Dimitris Perdikidis, she began painting at an early age. After a near-death experience falling from the sea cliffs, Giota discovered a unique ability to receive messages from the Universe through nature, especially stones. This experience unleashed her creativity, enabling her to reveal profound wisdom and inspiration through her art. Since 2004, she has been creating a series of works based on stone and water. Symbolically, she uses the elements of stone, water, and the play of light to captivate the viewer, immersing them in the moment of now, where harmony, completeness, and gratitude exist. Each painting delivers a message that satisfies the three significant aspects of human experience: the mind, the spirit, and the heart, leading to a process of inner exploration. In this episode we discuss art, living in the moment, creativity, presence, art and healing and storytelling.Website - https://vorgia.com/IG - https://www.instagram.com/giotavorgia/FB - https://www.facebook.com/GiotaVorgiaArtYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@giotavorgiaLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/giota-vorgia-980769134/In this episode you will learn:1. How art has the power to touch the soul and create a sense of connection and understanding.2. How round shapes and curved forms can signal safety to our brains and create a calming effect.3. Why it's so important to live in the present moment and how it can transform your life. “Life, it is a life and the desire to live fully, not halfway. I'm also a cancer survivor and that journey gave me the courage to stop living in autopilot, as most of the people do nowadays, running and chasing time and trying to complete all my to-do lists.” - 00:04:01“After I fell off a cliff, when I told you about this near-death experience, I almost lost my life because I didn't know if I would die or not. It was a very shocking experience. Everything changed. I stopped postponing my joy." 00:19:23“I don't believe in bad people. I believe in that inside us we are all made of flesh and blood and we are all the same. ” 00:45:24

    Dr Mary Travelbest Guide
    2025 Eurail Travel Planning Guide and sinus relief

    Dr Mary Travelbest Guide

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 11:40


    Where in the world am I? Eurail Travel planning   Hi there, I'm Dr. Mary Travelbest. I'm in San Diego now, sharing my best travel ideas and working on another book for you to enjoy: 5 Steps to Solo Travel, Part C. I'm about to launch on a 90-day trip around the world.   Listener Story Spotlight I want to tell you about a listener named Kristen. Kristen loves to travel. She recently received a Fullbright Scholarship and took a trip with her husband and sons to a foreign country, Portugal, for several months. She's full of great travel ideas and will be helpful as I continue to travel and make my adventures more mobile. She's encouraging me to keep going in my travels and is a professor in Southern California. Quick fire FAQ: The FAQ for today is:  Do you find that air travel dries your sinuses? Do you get dry and scratchy throats afterward? Yes, it happens. Let's talk about how to rid yourself of this in advance.    How to avoid the dryness of airline flights? The answer:   My solution is Saline Nasal Spray. I bought the 1.5-oz size for $4.00, which will last my entire trip. Before you get dry sinuses, squirt some in each nostril and then relax as it goes to work. What are the ingredients? Water, sodium chloride, disodium phosphate, benzyl alcohol, sodium phosphate, and benzalkonium chloride. Water and salt. There are three ways to use it: Squeeze twice in each nostril, and it delivers a spray, a stream, and a drop upside down. Take your pick. 60-second confidence challenge   Advice for Active Seniors :  “There is no shame in prioritizing and slowing down vs. overdoing. Most injuries happen when people are rushing. “Go slower, arrive sooner” is a helpful mantra.”  (Ellen McCabe) If you like today's Confidence Challenge, Chapter 2 of my book dives deeper buy it on Amazon or https://www.5stepstosolotravel.com   See Book A for addressing all of these items.   Today's destination is Eurail Travel Planning I said: You are traveling in Europe in the Summer of 2025. You arrive in Athens, Greece, then go to Krakow, Warsaw, Poland, Estonia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, and end in Edinburgh, Scotland, where you leave the EU. You will travel for five weeks. How many days will you want to use the Eurail pass for trains and ferries? Plan the trip, including seat fees and senior discounts with these countries, and suggest other places that would be a good stopping point or worth seeing. I am a solo woman in my prime. Include a mention of the low-cost airlines that I should take when not on the train or ferry.   Answer:   1  Where a Eurail day genuinely saves you money Below is every leg: (a) scenic or pricey at full fare and (b) covered or discounted by the pass if the trip is a low-fare train, like under $10.regional hop, we skip the past day and just pay cash—why burn powder you might need later?    1  Day 3 Athens → Kalabaka  €3 IC seat  Sunset over Meteora cliffs—worth the four-hour train.  2  Day 5 Kalabaka → Thessaloníki  free (regional) No supplement, but one more travel day.  3  Day 9 Krakow → Oświęcim (return) free (regional) Auschwitz day trip; counts once.  4  Day 11 Krakow → Warsaw (EIP)  ~PLN 35 ≈ €8  High‑speed, mandatory seat.  5  Day 13 Warsaw → Gdańsk or Toruń (optional)  PLN 3 ≈ €0.70 Use if you “dive” north.  6  Day 16 Tallinn → Helsinki ferry  deck = free; cabin = ‑20 %  Tallink Silja It counts oas ne travel day.  7  Day 17 Helsinki → Tampere & back  €0–€6 VR seat  Eurail Pendolino; book in app.  8  Day 19 Helsinki o/night ferry → Stockholm  deck = free; cabin –20 % Same Tallink perk.  9  Day 21 Stockholm → Uppsala (return)  €0 (regional) Same‑day out‑and‑back.  10  Day 22 Stockholm → Gothenburg  ≈ €7 SJ seat  Eurail Community 3 h X2000.  11  Day 23 Gothenburg → Oslo  free No reservations.  12  Day 25 Oslo → Bergen  ≈ NOK 50 ≈ €4 seat Bergensbanen panorama.  13  Day 26 Bergen → Flåm train + Nærøyfjord boat  boat covered A rail‑and‑fjord combo.  14  Day 30 Copenhagen → Roskilde day‑trip  ≈ €9 seat  Eurail Vikings have & an easy return.  15  Day 32 Edinburgh → Inverness  £0–£5 seat UK still in the Eurail network.   * Fees are 2ᵈ ‑class, summer 2025 published rates.   Total Eurail travel days = 15 – the cap of the 15‑days‑in‑2‑months Senior Global Pass  2  What about the long, awkward gaps? Why wrestle with two‑day rail marathons when a 90‑minute hop costs less than your hostel?   Segment Suggested airline(s) Typical July fare if bought 3 mo ahead Thessaloníki ✈ Krakow Ryanair, Aegean €55–€85 Warsaw ✈ Tallinn airBaltic, LOT, Ryanair €45–€90 Bergen ✈ Copenhagen Norwegian, SAS €65–€110 Copenhagen ✈ Edinburgh easyJet, Ryanair, Norwegian €40–€80   Question: could you train Thessaloníki→Krakow via Budapest? Yes—but it burns 2‑3 pass days plus €30‑€45 in night‑train supplements. The low‑cost flight is simply cheaper and quicker.   3  Five‑week skeleton itinerary   Week Base & ideas Safety‑first extras for a 65‑yr‑old solo traveler  1 Athens 3 d – dawn Acropolis, Plaka food walk → train to Meteora 2 d (monastery sunsets) → Thessaloníki 2 d for Byzantine walls & waterfront. Central hotels near Syntagma & Aristotelous squares; use the eat taxi app after dark.  2 Fly to Krakow 3 d (+ Auschwitz) → Warsaw 2 d → optional day to Toruń or Gdańsk. Women‑only dorms at Greg & Tom (Krakow) and OkiDoki (Warsaw); trains arrive before dusk.  3 Fly to Tallinn 2 d → ferry to Helsinki 3 d with day‑trip to Tampere—Telliskivi creative city, Suomenlinna flat walks; Bolt taxis for late returns.  4 Night ferry to Stockholm 3 d (+ Uppsala) → train to Gothenburg 2 d → rail to Oslo 2 d. Stockholm hostel “City Backpackers” has curtained bunks; carry Rail Planner live‑trip link to share location.  5 Oslo‑Bergen rail & fjords 3 d → Fly to Copenhagen 3 d (+ Roskilde) → Fly to Edinburgh; finish with Highlands loop 4 d (Inverness, Aviemore hikes) before departure. Fjord cruise boats have good handrails; Scottish B&Bs offer single rooms beside stations.   4  Is the pass still worth it? That's $200-250 saved, plus the flexibility to reroute if wildfires, strikes, or your whims intervene.   5  Quick checklist before you lock it in Buy the Senior Global Pass (15 days/2 months) before prices rise.   Book the four trains with limited seats (EIP Poland, X2000 Sweden, Bergensbanen, Copenhagen reservations) as soon as reservations open—usually 60–90 days in advance.   Use the Rail Planner app to activate travel days on the morning you board; keep two blanks until the very end in case you shuffle plans.   Flights: watch Friday flash sales on Ryanair/Norwegian; they routinely drop

    The Reality Revolution Podcast
    The Secret Power of the Primal Scream

    The Reality Revolution Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 32:02


    We exist in a world of whispers, where we're constantly monitoring our volume, constantly worried about disturbing others. You're in your apartment, your house, your office - and the idea of just letting out a primal scream? It feels absolutely mortifying. While the world teaches us to suppress our voice, to stay quiet, to 'be appropriate'... ancient masters understood that your authentic sound carries the frequency of your soul's liberation. They knew that trapped in your throat chakra lies not just your voice - but your power to reshape reality itself. Think about it - when was the last time you actually let your voice go to its full power? When did you last express exactly what you were feeling without filtering it through 'what will people think?' We've been so conditioned to keep quiet, to be polite, to never be 'too much' that we've literally forgotten what our authentic voice even sounds like. For decades, this knowledge was hidden in expensive therapy sessions and exclusive spiritual circles. But what I'm about to share with you comes from the deepest levels of consciousness research, backed by measurable brain science, and validated by thousands of years of spiritual practice. Because here's what they don't want you to know: your voice isn't just how you communicate - it's how you create. And when you unleash its full power through the primal scream, you don't just release trauma... you literally activate dormant DNA, awaken kundalini energy, and step into a higher version of yourself. In ancient Greece, the Anastenaria rituals combined fire-walking with music and cathartic vocalization - they understood that sound could literally purify the soul and heal trauma. Tibetan monks have used singing bowls in their monasteries for over a thousand years, believing that pure karma produces clear, powerful tones while impure karma creates weak, distorted sounds. The Sufi mystics knew this secret too - their dhikr practices use rhythmic vocalization to achieve direct divine connection. Indigenous shamans across every continent - from the Australian Aboriginal didgeridoo healers to the Amazonian curanderos with their sacred icaros - they all discovered the same truth: sound is the bridge between the physical and spiritual realms.  

    Kefi L!fe
    198: Support Small Business – The Fruit Store

    Kefi L!fe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 26:47


    198: Support Small Business – The Fruit Store The real-life stories of the legendary Fruit Store in Hinsdale, Illinois spotlights the value of small local business. John Yurchek Today's Lexi:  Πεπόνι – Pepóni – Melon In Today's Episode: We discover the value of small and local business. The Hinsdale Fruit Store is a shining example of a small business which creates a vibrant community and fosters a unique sense of place.  The “face of the franchise,” John Yurchek, is sharing stories from the past 6 decades of growth, customers and generational business. You will also hear about the produce grading system and their fresh daily prepared salad bar.  Which sports celebrities love the Hinsdale Fruit Store and what's in season now?  All of this with a heaping side of Kefi fun. Resources: Hinsdale Fruit Store Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Manos Koumparakis  

    New Books Network
    Emily Hauser, "Penelope's Bones: A New History of Homer's World through the Women Written Out of It" (Univ of Chicago Press, 2025)

    New Books Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 55:39


    Achilles. Agamemnon. Odysseus. Hector. The lives of these and many other men in the greatest epics of ancient Greece have been pored over endlessly in the past three millennia. But these are not just tales about heroic men. There are scores of women as well—complex, fascinating women whose stories have gone unexplored for far too long. In Penelope's Bones: A New History of Homer's World through the Women Written Out of It (University of Chicago Press, 2025), award-winning classicist and historian Dr. Emily Hauser pieces together compelling evidence from archaeological excavations and scientific discoveries to unearth the richly textured lives of women in Bronze Age Greece—the era of Homer's heroes. Here, for the first time, we come to understand the everyday lives and experiences of the real women who stand behind the legends of Helen, Briseis, Cassandra, Aphrodite, Circe, Athena, Hera, Calypso, Penelope, and more. In this captivating journey through Homer's world, Dr. Hauser explains era-defining discoveries, such as the excavation of Troy and the decipherment of Linear B tablets that reveal thousands of captive women and their children; more recent finds like the tomb of the Griffin Warrior at Pylos, whose tomb contents challenge traditional gender attributes; DNA evidence showing that groups of warriors buried near the Black Sea with their weapons and steeds were, in fact, Amazon-like female fighters; a prehistoric dye workshop on Crete that casts fresh light on “women's work” of dyeing, spinning, and weaving textiles; and a superbly preserved shipwreck off the coast of Turkey whose contents tell of the economic and diplomatic networks crisscrossing the Bronze Age Mediterranean. Essential reading for fans of Madeline Miller or Natalie Haynes, this riveting new history brings to life the women of the Bronze Age Aegean as never before, offering a groundbreaking reassessment of the ancient world. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

    New Books in Literary Studies
    Emily Hauser, "Penelope's Bones: A New History of Homer's World through the Women Written Out of It" (Univ of Chicago Press, 2025)

    New Books in Literary Studies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 55:39


    Achilles. Agamemnon. Odysseus. Hector. The lives of these and many other men in the greatest epics of ancient Greece have been pored over endlessly in the past three millennia. But these are not just tales about heroic men. There are scores of women as well—complex, fascinating women whose stories have gone unexplored for far too long. In Penelope's Bones: A New History of Homer's World through the Women Written Out of It (University of Chicago Press, 2025), award-winning classicist and historian Dr. Emily Hauser pieces together compelling evidence from archaeological excavations and scientific discoveries to unearth the richly textured lives of women in Bronze Age Greece—the era of Homer's heroes. Here, for the first time, we come to understand the everyday lives and experiences of the real women who stand behind the legends of Helen, Briseis, Cassandra, Aphrodite, Circe, Athena, Hera, Calypso, Penelope, and more. In this captivating journey through Homer's world, Dr. Hauser explains era-defining discoveries, such as the excavation of Troy and the decipherment of Linear B tablets that reveal thousands of captive women and their children; more recent finds like the tomb of the Griffin Warrior at Pylos, whose tomb contents challenge traditional gender attributes; DNA evidence showing that groups of warriors buried near the Black Sea with their weapons and steeds were, in fact, Amazon-like female fighters; a prehistoric dye workshop on Crete that casts fresh light on “women's work” of dyeing, spinning, and weaving textiles; and a superbly preserved shipwreck off the coast of Turkey whose contents tell of the economic and diplomatic networks crisscrossing the Bronze Age Mediterranean. Essential reading for fans of Madeline Miller or Natalie Haynes, this riveting new history brings to life the women of the Bronze Age Aegean as never before, offering a groundbreaking reassessment of the ancient world. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

    Mummy Movie Podcast
    The Mummy Animated Series: Series 1 Episode 2

    Mummy Movie Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 10:40


    Description: In this episode, we look into the second episode of The Mummy Animated Series.Email: mummymoviepodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://patreon.com/MummyMoviePodcast?Bibliography:McKenzie, J., & Moorey, P. R. S. (2007). The architecture of Alexandria and Egypt, c. 300 BC to AD 700 (Vol. 63). Yale University Press.Pelling, C. B. R. (Ed.). (2011). Plutarch Caesar: Translated with an introduction and commentary. Oxford University Press.Reeves, N. (1990). The complete Tutankhamun: The king, the tomb, the royal treasure. Thames & Hudson Ltd.Scheidel, W. (2004). Creating a metropolis: A comparative demographic perspective. Ancient Alexandria between Egypt and Greece, 1–31. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Mummy Movie Podcast
    The Mummy Animated Series: Series 1 Episode 4

    Mummy Movie Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 9:24


    Description: In this episode, we explore the fourth episode of The Mummy Animated Series. Thanks to the Diary of Alexander the Great, our heroes are now in Greece, searching for the long-lost Island of Minosos. Meanwhile, the terrifying Imhotep pursues them every step of the way. But was the Island of Minosos a real location? Furthermore, is the portrayal of Alexander the Great's diary in the series accurate?Email: mummymoviepodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://patreon.com/MummyMoviePodcast?Bibliography:Beard, M. (2009). Scrolling down the ages. The New York Times Book Review, 27-L.Pöhlmann, E., & West, M. L. (2012). The oldest Greek papyrus and writing tablets: Fifth-century documents from the 'Tomb of the Musician' in Attica. Zeitschrift für Papyrologie und Epigraphik, 1–16. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Insider Travel Report Podcast
    How Is Celestyal Helping Travel Advisors Sell Small-Ship Greece Cruises?

    The Insider Travel Report Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 9:05


    Stephanie McDonald, trade training and development manager for Celestyal Cruises, talks with Jennifer Lutz of Insider Travel Report about the line's destination-focused approach, with longer port times, fewer sea days and access to lesser-known stops in Greece, Italy, Croatia and Montenegro. McDonald explains how Celestyal supports advisors with training modules, webinars, customized excursion planning and a growing North American sales team. For more information, visit www.celestyal.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.

    New Books in Archaeology
    Emily Hauser, "Penelope's Bones: A New History of Homer's World through the Women Written Out of It" (Univ of Chicago Press, 2025)

    New Books in Archaeology

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 55:39


    Achilles. Agamemnon. Odysseus. Hector. The lives of these and many other men in the greatest epics of ancient Greece have been pored over endlessly in the past three millennia. But these are not just tales about heroic men. There are scores of women as well—complex, fascinating women whose stories have gone unexplored for far too long. In Penelope's Bones: A New History of Homer's World through the Women Written Out of It (University of Chicago Press, 2025), award-winning classicist and historian Dr. Emily Hauser pieces together compelling evidence from archaeological excavations and scientific discoveries to unearth the richly textured lives of women in Bronze Age Greece—the era of Homer's heroes. Here, for the first time, we come to understand the everyday lives and experiences of the real women who stand behind the legends of Helen, Briseis, Cassandra, Aphrodite, Circe, Athena, Hera, Calypso, Penelope, and more. In this captivating journey through Homer's world, Dr. Hauser explains era-defining discoveries, such as the excavation of Troy and the decipherment of Linear B tablets that reveal thousands of captive women and their children; more recent finds like the tomb of the Griffin Warrior at Pylos, whose tomb contents challenge traditional gender attributes; DNA evidence showing that groups of warriors buried near the Black Sea with their weapons and steeds were, in fact, Amazon-like female fighters; a prehistoric dye workshop on Crete that casts fresh light on “women's work” of dyeing, spinning, and weaving textiles; and a superbly preserved shipwreck off the coast of Turkey whose contents tell of the economic and diplomatic networks crisscrossing the Bronze Age Mediterranean. Essential reading for fans of Madeline Miller or Natalie Haynes, this riveting new history brings to life the women of the Bronze Age Aegean as never before, offering a groundbreaking reassessment of the ancient world. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/archaeology

    New Books in Ancient History
    Emily Hauser, "Penelope's Bones: A New History of Homer's World through the Women Written Out of It" (Univ of Chicago Press, 2025)

    New Books in Ancient History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 55:39


    Achilles. Agamemnon. Odysseus. Hector. The lives of these and many other men in the greatest epics of ancient Greece have been pored over endlessly in the past three millennia. But these are not just tales about heroic men. There are scores of women as well—complex, fascinating women whose stories have gone unexplored for far too long. In Penelope's Bones: A New History of Homer's World through the Women Written Out of It (University of Chicago Press, 2025), award-winning classicist and historian Dr. Emily Hauser pieces together compelling evidence from archaeological excavations and scientific discoveries to unearth the richly textured lives of women in Bronze Age Greece—the era of Homer's heroes. Here, for the first time, we come to understand the everyday lives and experiences of the real women who stand behind the legends of Helen, Briseis, Cassandra, Aphrodite, Circe, Athena, Hera, Calypso, Penelope, and more. In this captivating journey through Homer's world, Dr. Hauser explains era-defining discoveries, such as the excavation of Troy and the decipherment of Linear B tablets that reveal thousands of captive women and their children; more recent finds like the tomb of the Griffin Warrior at Pylos, whose tomb contents challenge traditional gender attributes; DNA evidence showing that groups of warriors buried near the Black Sea with their weapons and steeds were, in fact, Amazon-like female fighters; a prehistoric dye workshop on Crete that casts fresh light on “women's work” of dyeing, spinning, and weaving textiles; and a superbly preserved shipwreck off the coast of Turkey whose contents tell of the economic and diplomatic networks crisscrossing the Bronze Age Mediterranean. Essential reading for fans of Madeline Miller or Natalie Haynes, this riveting new history brings to life the women of the Bronze Age Aegean as never before, offering a groundbreaking reassessment of the ancient world. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Let's Talk Greek
    S3E23: “Feeling under the weather” Health related vocabulary in Greek

    Let's Talk Greek

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 6:17


    In today's episode you will learn essential health and sickness related phrases in Greek. Emily and Danai will first engage in a dialogue talking about Emily's flu and then give you some more phrases we use when feeling under the weather.D: Έμιλυ, πώς πήγε η επίσκεψη στον γιατρό; Τι σου είπε; / Emily, how did the doctor's visit go? What did he say?E: Δεν έχω απλό κρυολόγημα τελικά… Ο γιατρός μου είπε ότι έχω γρίπη. / It turns out I don't just have a simple cold… The doctor told me I have the flu.D: Ωχ! Και ποια είναι τα συμπτώματά σου; / Oh no! And what are your symptoms?E: Έχω ανεβασμένο πυρετό, πονόλαιμο, δυνατό πονοκέφαλο, πόνους στα κόκαλα και συνάχι. Νιώθω εντελώς εξαντλημένη. /  I have a high fever, a sore throat, a bad headache, body aches, and a stuffy nose. I feel completely exhausted.D:Πωπωω, ταλαιπωρείσαι πολύ! Ζαλίζεσαι κιόλας; / Wow, you're really suffering! Are you also feeling dizzy?Ε: Όχι πολύ. Είχα κάποιες ζαλάδες το πρωί αλλά τώρα σταμάτησαν και έχω μόνο ρίγος. / Not much. I had some dizziness this morning, but it stopped, and now I just have chills.D: Τι σου είπε να κάνεις; / What did the doctor tell you to do?E: Μου είπε να ξεκουραστώ όσο μπορώ, να πίνω πολλά υγρά και να πάρω παυσίπονα και αντιπυρετικά για τον πυρετό και τους πόνους. / He told me to rest as much as I can, drink lots of fluids, and take painkillers and fever reducers for the fever and the aches.D: Πρέπει να πάρεις αντιβίωση; / Do you need antibiotics?E: Όχι, προς το παρόν δεν χρειάζεται αντιβίωση. / No, for now, I don't need antibiotics. D: Μάλιστα… Οπότε, απλά υπομονή και ξεκούραση! /  I see… So, just patience and rest for now!E: Ναι, ακριβώς! Αν ο πυρετός δεν πέσει σε λίγες μέρες, πρέπει να ξαναμιλήσω με τον γιατρό. / Yes, exactly! If the fever doesn't go down in a few days, I'll have to talk to the doctor again.D: Εντάξει, λοιπόν! Μείνε στο κρεβάτι, πιες πολλά υγρά, φάε πολλές σούπες και ξεκουράσου! / Alright then! Stay in bed, drink lots of fluids, eat lots of soups, and rest!Έ: Ναι, θα προσπαθήσω! Ευχαριστώ που ανησυχείς! / Yes, I'll try! Thanks for worrying!Δ: Εννοείται! Περαστικά και σύντομα καλύτερα! / Of course! Get well soon and feel better quickly!Check out our Instagram @greek_lang_experts or visit our website for our upcoming⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Greek classes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!This summer learn Greek while enjoying your vacation! Fill out the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interest Form⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and learn more about our fun retreat in Nafpaktos, Greece.If you enjoyed this episode please rate our podcast and leave a comment!

    New Books in Women's History
    Emily Hauser, "Penelope's Bones: A New History of Homer's World through the Women Written Out of It" (Univ of Chicago Press, 2025)

    New Books in Women's History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 55:39


    Achilles. Agamemnon. Odysseus. Hector. The lives of these and many other men in the greatest epics of ancient Greece have been pored over endlessly in the past three millennia. But these are not just tales about heroic men. There are scores of women as well—complex, fascinating women whose stories have gone unexplored for far too long. In Penelope's Bones: A New History of Homer's World through the Women Written Out of It (University of Chicago Press, 2025), award-winning classicist and historian Dr. Emily Hauser pieces together compelling evidence from archaeological excavations and scientific discoveries to unearth the richly textured lives of women in Bronze Age Greece—the era of Homer's heroes. Here, for the first time, we come to understand the everyday lives and experiences of the real women who stand behind the legends of Helen, Briseis, Cassandra, Aphrodite, Circe, Athena, Hera, Calypso, Penelope, and more. In this captivating journey through Homer's world, Dr. Hauser explains era-defining discoveries, such as the excavation of Troy and the decipherment of Linear B tablets that reveal thousands of captive women and their children; more recent finds like the tomb of the Griffin Warrior at Pylos, whose tomb contents challenge traditional gender attributes; DNA evidence showing that groups of warriors buried near the Black Sea with their weapons and steeds were, in fact, Amazon-like female fighters; a prehistoric dye workshop on Crete that casts fresh light on “women's work” of dyeing, spinning, and weaving textiles; and a superbly preserved shipwreck off the coast of Turkey whose contents tell of the economic and diplomatic networks crisscrossing the Bronze Age Mediterranean. Essential reading for fans of Madeline Miller or Natalie Haynes, this riveting new history brings to life the women of the Bronze Age Aegean as never before, offering a groundbreaking reassessment of the ancient world. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    layovers ✈︎ air travel and commercial aviation
    148 JTR - double upgrade bug, Hoper islands copters, BA transatlantic variance, 747s of the seas, easyJet Plus, Air India tragedy

    layovers ✈︎ air travel and commercial aviation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 139:15


    Paul and Alex compare notes on their transatlantic British Airways experiences — from the really bad, to the truly great, the airline needs to dig for those latter gems, its future foundation is here (the IT bugs don't help however, trust ground staff). The cot strategy of the bulkhead seat (not if you're lucky to get a double upgrade though). Do not use the US mobile passport (well, do, but we don't want more people in those queues haha). Alex sees himself at the airport, watches a Hong Kong movie and stares at sad packet of crisps and an old banana (the pantry!). Paul says adieu to an old aircraft seat, celebrates a captaincy, and smiles at a pilot with fat fingers ("Ground, do you copy?"). Do not speculate on the causes of that Air India tragedy, please (or at least, do it in private). Island hopping with Hoper (on a Ferrari-red Robinson R66), and the wonders of high-speed crafts, the super fast ferries of Greece (think of a 747 on water).We mentioned:https://flyhoper.comhttps://www.welcomepickups.com —Follow us, and comment on: Instagram - Bluesky - Threads - Mastodon - Twitter/XComment on each episode, and rate us, on SpotifyReview, and rate us, on Apple PodcastsComment, like, review, and rate us, on FacebookComment on YouTube (there's no video, just audio!)Search for "Layovers" on any podcast service (some direct links are on our website)If we're missing one, or if you have any feedback, let Paul know on Instagram - Threads - Mastodon - Bluesky - Twitter/X

    Something Good Radio on Oneplace.com
    Light in a Dark World, Part 1

    Something Good Radio on Oneplace.com

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 24:58


    Before America had Las Vegas, ancient Greece had a Sin City of its own. During his thirty-five-year ministry, the Apostle Paul shined the light of Jesus Christ in some very dark places. But none was darker than the city of Corinth. Idolatry, immorality and sexual sin ran rampant. And yet, Paul not only took the Gospel to this den of depravity, he stayed for eighteen months in spite of heavy opposition. It's a testimony of great faith and perseverance, and Ron takes shares it with you today in his continuing series, “Paul: Surprised by Grace.”  

    HerBusiness - Insights for Women in Business
    313: What If You Followed That Hunch? The Power of Pursuing Curiosity in Business with Valerie Khoo

    HerBusiness - Insights for Women in Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 41:13


    In business, we are so often told to stick to a pre-designed path – to stay focused, stick to the formula, and ignore the distractions. But what if curiosity is actually the key to creating a business that both puts money in your pocket and brings fulfilment to your life? That's what our guest, CEO and Founder of the Australian Writers' Centre, Valerie Khoo, is all about. She believes that following your curiosity and leaning into your creativity can actually lead you somewhere you never imagined yourself – to the benefit of your business and personal life. Here's What You'll Learn in the Episode:  -> How following your curiosity leads to incredible breakthroughs in your business – boosting both your bottom line and your attitude. -> Why embracing a culture of curiosity is essential for both your business and soul (and how to cultivate one!) -> What curiosity really looks like in business, and why following strict formulas and structures might mute the internal voice that guides you. -> The risks of blindly following strategies that don't align with you – and how to spot when it's time to reorient yourself. -> How to distinguish between a “bright shiny object” and a curiosity thread that is worth exploring (and why sometimes, it's OKAY to go down the “rabbit hole”). -> The major discoveries Valarie has made when she decided to embrace curiosity and see where stray interests could lead her. -> How a week at the gym inspired Valerie to scale the Australian Writers' Centre all across Australia. -> Why getting out of your bubble and learning from people outside your industry can lead to extraordinary ideas and new inspiration. -> How a reality TV show ended up inspiring a course that has changed the lives of veterans and first responders – one of Valerie's most successful courses to this day. -> Why we think of change in binary terms: stay OR pivot. And how you can embrace the in-between space rather than choosing between the two. -> How to begin building a Curiosity Culture – and why it starts with giving yourself permission FIRST. Mentioned in This Episode: HerBusiness Network https://her-business.lpages.co/request-an-invitation/?utm_source=Website&utm_medium=General&utm_campaign=membership-waitlist HerBusiness Trailblazers Retreat - Crete, Greece https://shrtlnk.co/DTrs6 EP301 - Resilience, Burnout, and the Power of Self-Compassion – Olivia Ong https://herbusiness.com/podcast/resilience-burnout-and-the-power-of-self-compassion-with-dr-olivia-ong/

    TLDR Daily Briefing
    Why the UK is Changing its Abortion Laws

    TLDR Daily Briefing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 5:23


    In today's episode, we cover Iran's response to Donald Trump's order of ‘complete surrender' amidst Tehran's conflict with Tel Aviv, Cambodia's border dispute with Thailand , and Turkeys' new maritime spatial plan, which has triggered tensions with it's neighbour, Greece.Watch TLDR's latest videos here:https://youtu.be/Y_Mb1i7xYMk https://youtu.be/BiDy4mswNDY TLDR's Daily Briefing is a roundup of the day's most important news stories from around the world. But we don't just tell you what's happening, we explain it: making complex topics simple to understand. Listen to the Daily Briefing for your global news bulletin every weekday.Pre-order the next edition of Too Long, TLDR's print magazine, here: https://toolong.news/dailyProduced and edited by Scarlett WatchornHosted byWritten by Ben Blisset and Nadja LovadinovMusic by Epidemic Sound: http://epidemicsound.com/creator//////////////////////////////Sources:✍️ Why the UK is Changing its Abortion Lawshttps://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/jun/17/decriminalisation-abortion-vote-mpshttps://www.politico.eu/article/uk-abortion-decriminalization-united-states-donald-trump/https://www.politicshome.com/news/article/mps-to-vote-to-decriminalise-abortion✍️ Khamenei Rejects Trump's Call for ‘Surrender'https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cx23e4jz2g0t ✍️ Cambodian Rally Against Thailand Border Disputehttps://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/thousands-cambodians-join-government-rally-border-dispute-with-thailand-2025-06-18/ ✍️ Greece-Turkey Maritime Disputehttps://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/greece-protests-turkeys-maritime-zoning-plan-says-it-lacks-legal-basis-2025-06-17/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    FROM DOUBT TO DRIVE - Entrepreneurs Only
    Reflections from Greece – A NEWMORROW Retreat Special

    FROM DOUBT TO DRIVE - Entrepreneurs Only

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 33:12


    In this special episode, the co-creators of NEWMORROW reflect on their first retreat held in the mountains of the Peloponnese, Greece. More than just a workshop or conference, this retreat became the beginning of a movement—a deeply personal and transformative experience.

    Midwifery Wisdom Podcast
    What Makes a Midwife with Sophia Ortiz

    Midwifery Wisdom Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 13:05


    Hosts Shiphrah and Susanna sit down with Sophia Ortiz, an independent midwife based in Corfu, Greece, to explore what it truly means to walk the path of midwifery.With over a decade of experience and more than 100 births attended, Sophia brings a deep reverence for birth as both a physiological marvel and a spiritual rite of passage. She shares how her journey—from drama school to midwifery school in the UK, to her current work supporting families in Corfu—helped her realize what she had always known deep down: she is and has always been a midwife.Learn more about Sophia on her website: https://www.birthingwisdomcorfu.com/

    Free Audiobooks
    One-Act Play Collections - Book 10, Part 1

    Free Audiobooks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 151:58


    One-Act Play Collections - Book 10, Part 1 Title: One-Act Play Collections - Volume 10 Overview: The tenth volume of one-act plays in the public domain is read by a variety of LibriVox members. A one-act play is a play that has only one act and is distinct from plays that occur over several acts. One-act plays may consist of one or more scenes. The 20-40 minute play has emerged as a popular subgenre of the one-act play, especially in writing competitions. One-act plays make up the overwhelming majority of Fringe Festival shows including at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The origin of the one-act play may be traced to the very beginning of recorded Western drama: in ancient Greece, Cyclops, a satyr play by Euripides, is an early example. The satyr play was a farcical short work that came after a trilogy of multi-act serious drama plays. A few notable examples of one-act plays emerged before the 19th century including various versions of the Everyman play and works by Moliere and Calderon. One act plays became more common in the 19th century and is now a standard part of repertory theatre and fringe festivals. Published: Various Series: One-Act Play Collections List: One-Act Play Collections, Play #20 Author: Various Genre: Plays, Theater, Drama Episode: One-Act Play Collections - Book 10, Part 1 Book: 10 Volume: 10 Part: 1 of 2 Episodes Part: 5 Length Part: 2:31:58 Episodes Volume: 10 Length Volume: 4:28:05 Episodes Book: 10 Length Book: 4:28:05 Narrator: Collaborative Language: English Rated: Guidance Suggested Edition: Unabridged Audiobook Keywords: plays, theater, drama, comedy, hit, musical, opera, performance, show, entertainment, farce, theatrical, tragedy, one-act, stage show Hashtags: #freeaudiobooks #audiobook #mustread #readingbooks #audiblebooks #favoritebooks #free #booklist #audible #freeaudiobook #plays #theater #drama #comedy #hit #musical #opera #performance #show #entertainment #farce #theatrical #tragedy #one-act #StageShow Credits: All LibriVox Recordings are in the Public Domain. Wikipedia (c) Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License. WOMBO Dream.

    History Extra podcast
    Ancient tips for health and happiness

    History Extra podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 39:42


    The science of health and wellbeing is a hot topic of modern life, and it was no different for the ancient civilisations of Greece and Rome. From what you should eat, to how you should exercise, and when you should (and shouldn't) have sex, these cultures developed their own highly specific set of rules to live by to maximise health and happiness. In this episode, Claire Bubb examines the logic behind these health tips alongside James Osborne, and reveals what insights they give us into the Greco-Roman mindset. (Ad) Claire Bubb is the author of How to Eat: An Ancient Guide for Healthy Living (Princeton University Press, 2025). Buy it now from Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Eat-Ancient-Healthy-Readers-ebook/dp/B0DNGXR1VQ/?tag=bbchistory045-21&ascsubtag=historyextra-social-histboty. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Two Bees in a Podcast
    Episode 201: Beekeeping in Greece With Antonios Tsagkarakis

    Two Bees in a Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 40:02


    In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu are joined by Dr. Antonios Tsagkarakis —Assistant Professor in the Laboratory of Sericulture and Apiculture in the Department of Crop Sciences at the Agricultural University of Athens in Athens, Greece to discuss beekeeping in Greece, as well as research that his lab is currently conducting. This episode ends with a Q&A segment. Check out our website: www.ufhoneybee.com for additional resources from today's episode. 

    Taste Radio
    The Overlooked $4 Billion Category That Olyra Is Redefining

    Taste Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 36:30


    While many founders chase the latest trends, Yannis Ouzounopoulos saw opportunity in an overlooked $4 billion category – and struck breakfast gold. Yannis is the founder and CEO of Olyra, a fast-growing brand of organic breakfast bars and biscuits inspired by his family's fifth-generation flour milling business in Greece. Launched in 2017, Olyra was born from Yannis' conviction that the U.S. breakfast bar aisle – vast but stagnant – was ripe for disruption. His solution: better-for-you products made with ancient grains, authentic ingredients and significantly less sugar. That vision proved prescient. Today, Olyra's products can be found in thousands of retail locations across the U.S., including Whole Foods, Sprouts, Harris Teeter and The Fresh Market. In this episode, Yannis shares the origin story behind Olyra and how both free and paid data sources helped shape the brand's overall business approach, including product development, shelf strategy and consumer messaging. He also dives into why he prioritizes long-term thinking, the importance of staying close to the customer, and the ongoing process of refining taste and brand positioning. Show notes: 0:25: Yannis Ouzounopoulos, Founder & CEO, Olyra –  Yannis shares his journey from Greece to New York City, detailing the early challenges of selling to independent retailers and his eventual strategic pivot to focus on larger retail chains. He explains how Olyra began as a diversification effort within his family's heritage business, ultimately evolving into a brand designed to fill a white space in the $4 billion breakfast and snack bar category. Drawing on free and low-cost market data, Yannis crafted a more informed strategy, learning from early missteps—such as overly ambitious velocity projections. He emphasizes that product development is a continuous process, shaped by layered consumer feedback used to fine-tune taste, texture, and packaging. Yannis also describes how Olyra's brand messaging evolved to highlight clearer nutritional benefits in response to shifting consumer preferences. He credits Charles Coristine of LesserEvil with inspiring his commitment to long-term brand building and a relentless focus on taste excellence. Brands in this episode: Olyra, Belvita, RXBAR, Nature's Bakery, Nutrigrain, LesserEvil

    Just a Guy in the Pew
    The Call to Care

    Just a Guy in the Pew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 37:15


    What's missing when most Catholic's practice the faith? Care. Love begins with caring, and community begins with accompaniment. In this episode, John challenges us to stop going through the motions and start answering the call to care—for real people, in real tangible ways. If you've ever felt alone, or wondered if you're doing enough as a disciple, this one's for you. Launch a Life Changing Group for Men in Your Parish! ⛪️ http://www.justaguyinthepew.com Learn more about our pilgrimage: Walk in the Footsteps of St. Paul in Greece and Turkey with John

    Well-Traveled with AAA
    A World of Possibilities with Tauck and AAA

    Well-Traveled with AAA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 23:09


    June 17, 2025 ~ Embark on an unforgettable journey as we celebrate 100 years of world-class travel with AAA partner Tauck! In this episode of "Well-Traveled with AAA," we sit down with Jennifer Tombaugh, CEO of Tauck, to explore a century of small-group guided travel excellence. Discover the inspiring destinations in the beloved "A Week In" series, including Italy, Mexico and Greece, and learn about Tauck Bridges, their specially curated family vacations designed to create lasting memories. Whether you're dreaming of luxury adventure, cultural immersion, or the perfect family getaway, this episode is packed with travel inspiration to fuel your next journey!

    Crime Alert with Nancy Grace
    Who Started the Fire that Killed a Mom, Her Son, and Daughter? | Crime Alert 10AM 06.17.25

    Crime Alert with Nancy Grace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 5:34 Transcription Available


    A fire in Pennsylvania kills a pregnant woman and her two young children in what officials now say was a deliberate act. An American man is under arrest in Greece after a woman and her baby were found dead, naked, in a park in Rome, Italy. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sacred Roots Podcast
    #120 - What If Dragons Were Never a Myth? And Why are they returning now?

    Sacred Roots Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 31:08


    In this mystical solo episode episode, Eléonore de Posson takes you on a journey through ancient myths, sacred symbology, and personal channeled insight to explore the forgotten wisdom of the dragons. Far from fantasy, dragons are primordial beings connected to feminine power, womb sovereignty, creation, and the mysteries of life and death.If you've ever felt a pull toward dragon energy or wondered what these mythical beings might actually represent—this episode will activate a deep remembrance within you.

    The Insider Travel Report Podcast
    What Makes Celestyal's Excursions So Unique?

    The Insider Travel Report Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 15:01


    Sharon Law, shore excursion manager for Celestyal Journey, talks with Jennifer Lutz of Insider Travel Report about how the cruise line's midsize ships allow access to hidden gems in Greece, Italy, Croatia and Montenegro. Laure outlines five distinct itineraries, including the new Heavenly itinerary, and highlights immersive excursions such as olive oil tastings, cooking classes and hands-on mosaic workshops. She also explains how excursions can be customized for groups and made accessible for travelers with mobility challenges. For more information, visit www.celestyal.com.  All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel  (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.  

    The Move Abroad Coach Podcast
    #119 Valencia, MĂĄlaga, or Chania? We Made Our Choice (and We're Spilling Everything)

    The Move Abroad Coach Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 70:22


    After two months, three countries, and way too many late-night pros and cons lists… we finally made our decision.In this episode, Chris and I reveal the final destination we've chosen as our next home abroad—and we're taking you through the whole messy, emotional, and surprising decision-making process to get there.We break down our top 3 cities—Valencia, Málaga, and Chania (Crete)—and talk through what we loved, what didn't click, and how we ultimately chose the one.If you've been following our scouting trip, get ready. The announcement is here.

    Mere Mortals
    Stand Up Comedy With Joey | The Greece Getaway Plus Travel Adventures

    Mere Mortals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 69:09 Transcription Available


    We're in Greece (and thank god not LA)!In Episode #484 of Mere Mortals 'Meanderings', Juan & I (plus Joey, a long-time friend) discuss: Joey's challenges of stand-up comedy, the courage it takes to perform in front of a live audience, the impact of AI on creative industries, cultural experiences of traveling through Europe, our least favourite travel destinations, with Los Angeles/Alice Springs topping the list for their lack of charm and overwhelming tourist traps and a light-hearted attempt at stand-up comedy, as we each share a joke, bringing a humorous end to our Greek adventure.A huge thanks to Petar the Slav for his huge baller boost, very much appreciated!Timeline:(00:00:00) Welcome to Greece(00:00:40) Introducing Joey & His Comedy Journey(00:06:34) Public Speaking Vs Comedy(00:13:02) Dancing & Social Feedback(00:21:02) Parenting & Social Judgement(00:24:08) AI Future Content Creation(00:37:10) The Value Of Human Touch In Art(00:44:20) Boostagram Lounge(00:46:20) Catching Up With Our Travels(00:48:01) Travel Tales & Least Favourite Places(01:00:03) Experiencing Greece(01:02:26) Comedy Jokes & Wrap-Up Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastsValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

    The RPGBOT.Podcast
    WARHAMMER FANTASY ROLEPLAY Pt I: Empire Problems Require Empire Solutions

    The RPGBOT.Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 77:28


    Want to survive your first Warhammer Fantasy game without getting eaten by a goblin or arrested for fashion crimes? This episode teaches you the grimdark basics—judgy elves included. Big thanks to our sponsor, Dungeon Master Adamantine—the only GM who can run a perfect session and pronounce "Naggaroth" correctly on the first try. If you want to play D&D, Call of Cthulhu, Vampire: The Masquerade, or any other TTRPG—whether you're in Greece, online, or just chaos-curious—book your game at dungeonmasteradamantine.com or find him on StartPlaying. Show Notes: In this gloriously grimdark episode, the RPGBOT crew celebrates both personal victories and narrative tragedy—because nothing says Pride like running a half marathon and being emotionally wrecked by Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay lore. The crew dives deep into the richly depressing world of Warhammer Fantasy, from the human-centric politics of the Empire to the lizard-brained logic of the Slann. They explore the setting's clashing cultures, catastrophic corruption mechanics, and the unfortunate magical side effects of wearing the wrong outfit. Expect heated discussions on dwarf grudges, elf egos, undead management tips, and why your bright pink tunic might just get you killed during spellcasting. The conversation also gets tactical as they unpack dungeon design do's and don'ts, from the elegance of the Five Room Dungeon to the emotional trauma that is Tomb of Horrors. Spoiler alert: don't design your dungeon like a video game unless your players are part AI and emotionally numb. This episode is equal parts war-torn exposition and mechanics breakdown, with a healthy helping of sarcastic celebration. Key Takeaways: Pride is powerful. So is finishing a half marathon. So is a vampire count on a zombie dragon. Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay is what happens when early modern Europe and cosmic horror have a very messy divorce. The Empire: Best place to be human, worst place to not pay your taxes. Bretonnia: Where chivalry and classism come with matching banners. Kislev: Frostpunk with bears and chaos cultists. Dark Elves: If Hot Topic and human sacrifice had a baby. Warhammer Fantasy ≠ Warhammer 40K. This one has fewer space marines, more diseases. Elves are superior—just ask them. The Old World is “Europe but cursed.” The New World is “Colonialism but with dinosaurs.” Dwarves: Have grudges, will travel (underground). Lizardmen: Technically the good guys, if you like ancient prophecy and no interpersonal skills. Greenskins: Orcs, goblins, and the chaos-fueled frat party that never ends. Skaven: Backstabbing rat anarchists who somehow built a nuclear weapons program. Undead: Vampires rule the night; Tomb Kings rule the day (and resent the living). Chaos: The multiversal HR violation that unites us all. Your class and career determine your fate, like high school but with more mutations. Warhammer's magic system: Be fluent in death chants and fashion-forward or suffer the consequences. Psychology, fear, corruption, and disease aren't flavor—they're core mechanics. Color-coordination is literally rules-as-written. You can die for clashing. Spellcasting is hard. Miscasting is harder. Death by wardrobe malfunction is canon. Character progression is XP-based. Advancement is granular and glorious. Half-elves aren't a thing. Racial purity is, unfortunately, a cultural theme. Dungeon design should offer choices, not just punishment. Unless you're Tomb of Horrors. The Five Room Dungeon is a GM's best friend—tight, deadly, and endlessly adaptable. Don't copy video game dungeons. This isn't Skyrim and your players aren't NPCs. Listen now and learn why wearing a green sash while casting a red spell might kill you faster than a chaos spawn with an axe. Links Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay Core Rulebook (affiliate link) Find a GM on StartPlaying.games Support the Show If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

    Casting Through Ancient Greece
    Bonus: Sparta's About Turn (Patreon)

    Casting Through Ancient Greece

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 6:15 Transcription Available


    his is a teaser of the bonus episode, "Sparta's About Turn" found over on Patreon.The precarious Greek alliance against Persia hung by the thinnest of threads in 479 BCE. After watching Athens burn twice while Sparta refused to march beyond the safety of the Peloponnese, Athenian patience had run out. When their final delegation arrived in Sparta, they delivered what amounted to an ultimatum: stand with us against Persia, or we may have no choice but to negotiate on our own.Behind Sparta's reluctance lay a complex web of motivations – their preference for defensive warfare, religious observances, fears of helot rebellion, and the delicate politics of their Peloponnesian alliance. While Athens had twice rejected Persian offers that included autonomy and even dominance over other Greeks, Sparta remained fixated on the defense of the isthmus wall. What changed?Something remarkable happened within Spartan leadership. Whether driven by strategic necessity, emergence of leaders like Pausanias, or the stark realization that Athens might actually defect, Sparta suddenly mobilized on an unprecedented scale. Five thousand Spartiates marched forth, each accompanied by seven helots, joined by another five thousand perioeci. As they moved north, other Greek cities rallied to the cause, transforming a fractured resistance into the largest Greek army ever assembled.This pivotal moment represents more than just military history – it captures a rare instance when bitter rivals Athens and Sparta found common purpose. Their brief alliance, forged in crisis, would determine not just the outcome of the Persian invasion, but shape the cultural and political landscape of the ancient Mediterranean for centuries to come.Were you fascinated by this analysis of Greek politics and the fragile nature of their alliance? Subscribe now and support us on Patreon to access more bonus episodes that explore the crucial moments that shaped the ancient world!Support the show

    Free Audiobooks
    One-Act Play Collections - Book 9, Part 2

    Free Audiobooks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 112:22


    One-Act Play Collections - Book 9, Part 2 Title: One-Act Play Collections - Volume 9 Overview: The ninth volume of one-act plays in the public domain is read by a variety of LibriVox members. A one-act play is a play that has only one act and is distinct from plays that occur over several acts. One-act plays may consist of one or more scenes. The 20-40 minute play has emerged as a popular subgenre of the one-act play, especially in writing competitions. One-act plays make up the overwhelming majority of Fringe Festival shows including at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The origin of the one-act play may be traced to the very beginning of recorded Western drama: in ancient Greece, Cyclops, a satyr play by Euripides, is an early example. The satyr play was a farcical short work that came after a trilogy of multi-act serious drama plays. A few notable examples of one-act plays emerged before the 19th century including various versions of the Everyman play and works by Moliere and Calderon. One act plays became more common in the 19th century and is now a standard part of repertory theatre and fringe festivals. Published: Various Series: One-Act Play Collections List: One-Act Play Collections, Play #19 Author: Various Genre: Plays, Theater, Drama Episode: One-Act Play Collections - Book 9, Part 2 Book: 9 Volume: 9 Part: 2 of 2 Episodes Part: 5 Length Part: 1:52:23 Episodes Volume: 11 Length Volume: 4:12:28 Episodes Book: 11 Length Book: 4:12:28 Narrator: Collaborative Language: English Rated: Guidance Suggested Edition: Unabridged Audiobook Keywords: plays, theater, drama, comedy, hit, musical, opera, performance, show, entertainment, farce, theatrical, tragedy, one-act, stage show Hashtags: #freeaudiobooks #audiobook #mustread #readingbooks #audiblebooks #favoritebooks #free #booklist #audible #freeaudiobook #plays #theater #drama #comedy #hit #musical #opera #performance #show #entertainment #farce #theatrical #tragedy #one-act #StageShow Credits: All LibriVox Recordings are in the Public Domain. Wikipedia (c) Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License. WOMBO Dream.

    Bro History - Geopolitics & Foreign Policy
    Greek-Turkish Population Swap

    Bro History - Geopolitics & Foreign Policy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 87:28


    On today's episode, we discuss one of the most overlooked turning points of the 20th century, Greece and Turkey agreed to swap over 1.5 million people—Christians for Muslims—in what became the first large-scale, state-sanctioned population exchange. Also, marble skulls, Balkan giants, and why Americans are the loudest tourists on Earth. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory⁠ ⁠https://brohistory.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠ #329 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Whispering Woods - Real Life Ghost Stories
    HAUNTED: Davelis Cave, Greece | Paranormal Encounters & Ancient Legends

    The Whispering Woods - Real Life Ghost Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 20:43


    On the slopes of Mount Penteli near Athens lies Davelis Cave — a place of ancient worship, bandit legends, and unexplained phenomena. From ghostly whispers to secret Cold War tunnels, this episode explores one of Greece's most enduring paranormal mysteries.OBSCURATA - Apple Spotify AmazonThe BOOKBY US A COFFEEJoin Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUPSubscribe to our PATREONEMAIL us your storiesJoin us on INSTAGRAMJoin us on TWITTERJoin us on FACEBOOKVisit our WEBSITEResearch Links:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Davelis_Cavehttps://www.atlasobscura.com/places/davelis-cavehttps://greekreporter.com/2021/10/29/penteli-cave-athens-paranormal/https://mysteriesrunsolved.com/2021/05/davelis-cave.htmlhttps://athensinsider.com/the-mystery-of-penteli-cave/https://www.paranormal-encounters.com/wp/davelis-cave-the-most-haunted-place-in-greece/https://www.keeptalkinggreece.com/2014/10/31/greeces-top-ten-haunted-places/https://hauntedattractions.co.uk/the-haunted-davelis-cave-in-greece/https://hauntedgreece.blogspot.com/2008/05/davelis-cave.htmlThanks so much for listening, and we'll catch up with you again on tomorrow.Sarah and Tobie xx"Spacial Winds," Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licenced under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licencehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/SURVEY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Jesse Kelly Show
    Hour 2: The Siege of Tyre

    The Jesse Kelly Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 36:34 Transcription Available


    Alexander the Great besieging Tyre at the ripe old age of 32. A unified Greece with eyes for Persia. The stakes of the game in an ancient siege. Follow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    FT News Briefing
    Southern European bond markets make a comeback

    FT News Briefing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 10:50


    Israel has launched a strike against Iran, Argentina's month-on-month inflation rate has fallen below 2 per cent, and Italian, Spanish and Greek sovereign bonds have rallied. Plus, investigators in India are looking into a fatal Boeing 787 crash and the US dollar sank to a three-year low. Mentioned in this podcast:Israel strikes Iran and braces for retaliationDollar sinks to three-year low on Trump tariff threatItaly, Greece and Spain emerge as winners in bond market anxietyMore than 240 dead after Air India flight to London crashesMilei brings Argentina's monthly inflation below 2% for first time since 2020Subscribe to the Unhedged newsletterToday's FT News Briefing was produced by Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian, Fiona Symon, Henry Larson, and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Eli Meixler, Kelly Garry, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our intern is Michaela Seah. Topher Forhecz is the FT's acting co-head of audio. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ketchup With The Freys
    Ep 213: Greece & Scotland Trip Recap!

    Ketchup With The Freys

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 40:35


    This week we're sharing all about our trip abroad the past 2 weeks! We had our group trip in Greece (with plenty of Raki), then flew to Scotland for the most epic wedding! Tune in as we recap, share future group trip plans, and of course.. to Ketchup With The Freys ;) 

    Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect
    "MOLIY, SILENT ADDY, SKILLIBENG, & SHENSEEA - SHAKE IT TO THE MAX (FLY) [REMIX]"

    Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 7:21


    Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Become A Patron Of The Notorious Mass Effect Podcast For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme! Join Our Patreon Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/oPsc50VBOuH⁠ Join Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect for a deep dive into “Shake It to the Max (FLY) Remix” by Moliy, Shenseea, Skillibeng, and Silent Addy. Released February 21, 2025, this Afrobeats-dancehall hit topped the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Chart for 4 weeks and peaked at #65 on the Hot 100. Fueled by a viral TikTok dance challenge with 14M+ views, it amassed 2.9M U.S. streams and hit #1 in Jamaica and the U.K. Afrobeats Chart. Learn how Moliy's BET Awards performance and global chart success in Suriname, Greece, and more solidified this track's impact! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Rewilding Earth
    Episode 151: Tracing The Epic Journey Of Europe’s Most Famous Wolf With Adam Weymouth

    Rewilding Earth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 38:51


    Adam Weymouth is a writer and journalist whose work has been widely published, appearing in Granta, The Atlantic, The Observer, and the BBC. Adam's features have covered subjects as diverse as illegal cedar logging in Malawi, the politics of oil in Alaska, migration in Greece, flooding in Wales, and depopulation on the Outer Hebrides. His […] Read full article: Episode 151: Tracing The Epic Journey Of Europe's Most Famous Wolf With Adam Weymouth

    The Greek Current
    Greek sports in the spotlight: From the Final Four to the Greek national soccer team

    The Greek Current

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 16:49


    Last year Greece's two biggest teams achieved big triumphs at the European level, with Panathinaikos winning the Euroleague in basketball, and Olympiakos winning the Conference League in soccer. While this year didn't deliver any major silverware, we stll saw important runs for both teams. At the same time, the Greek national team in soccer has many fans excited for what lies ahead as it sets out to qualify for next year's World Cup. Prof. Alex Kitroeff, a professor of history who also studies and writes extensively about Greek sports, joins Thanos Davelis as we look back at another Greek sports season to remember, from both major Greek teams making it to the final four of the Euroleague to the Greek national soccer team raising expectations ahead of the World Cup.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Reds wrest Greek basketball throne from Greens Olympiakos finishes third in EuroleagueFour Greek talents among world's most experienced young soccer playersGreece's ‘nouvelle vague' sinks the Scots in GlasgowIsraeli Strikes Wipe Out Iran's Top Military Chain of CommandGreece to hold emergency security meeting following Middle East escalationBipartisan bill aims to strengthen US-Cyprus security partnership

    Bussin' With The Boys
    JP Might Move To Greece + Jack & Garrett Hangout With Dana White | Back Of The Bus

    Bussin' With The Boys

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 56:29 Transcription Available


    Recorded: June 9th 2025 | In this weeks episode we finally have JP back from his trip to Greece. He dives into wall of his favorite parts, what all he did and what Garrett and Jack can expect for when they head out there in a couple weeks. After we catch up with JP, Jack and Garrett recap their weekend at SummerSmash in St. Louis with the boys. They get into Taylor's AWFUL first pitch attempt from their point of view as well as their experience walking through the Bud Light factory. Garrett then talks about what his experience was like going on Dana White's private jet. He gets into the food they had as well as just how insane Dana's jet is in general. Overall just a good, fun pod with the boys in the back. Keep letting us know in the comments what you guys would like to hear from us. Be a friend, tell a friend, enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Spirits
    Bees

    Spirits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 47:31


    There's been a lot of buzz around bees, especially in folklore and mythology! From Ancient Egypt and Greece to Hinduism and Celtic folklore, the relationship between bees and humans has been considered divine - so we're talking about the good friends, the bees! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of insects, injury, child endangerment, cannibalism, death, dismemberment, animal attacks, and sex. Housekeeping- Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests' books, and more at spiritspodcast.com/books- Call to Action: Get our new Old Wives' Tale Teller Corduroy Hat!- Submit Your Urban Legends Audio: Call us! 617-420-2344Sponsors- BetterHelp is an online therapy service. Get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/spirits Find Us Online- Website & Transcripts: spiritspodcast.com- Patreon: patreon.com/spiritspodcast- Merch: spiritspodcast.com/merch- Instagram: instagram.com/spiritspodcast- Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiritspodcast.com- Twitter: twitter.com/spiritspodcast- Tumblr: spiritspodcast.tumblr.com- Goodreads: goodreads.com/group/show/205387Cast & Crew- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin- Editor: Bren Frederick- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: multitude.productionsAbout UsSpirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.