Podcasts about heartbeats

Fluent Fiction - French: Heartbeats in the City of Lights: A Parisian Art Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-06-12-07-38-19-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil se couchait doucement sur Paris.En: The sun was gently setting over Paris.Fr: L'air frais de printemps portait avec lui une promesse de renouveau, prêt à éclore dans les cœurs et les esprits.En: The cool spring air carried with it a promise of renewal, ready to bloom in hearts and minds.Fr: À cette heure douce, l'Eiffel se dressait majestueusement, sa structure métallique illuminée d'une lumière dorée.En: At this gentle hour, the Eiffel stood majestically, its metal structure illuminated with a golden light.Fr: Élodie, les yeux brillants d'espoir, monta doucement les escaliers vers le dîner exclusif organisé ce soir-là sur la célèbre tour.En: Élodie, her eyes shining with hope, slowly climbed the stairs to the exclusive dinner organized that evening on the famous tower.Fr: Artiste passionnée, elle avait quitté sa petite ville avec un désir ardent d'inspiration.En: A passionate artist, she had left her small town with a burning desire for inspiration.Fr: Elle espérait que le charme de Paris réveillerait sa créativité.En: She hoped that the charm of Paris would awaken her creativity.Fr: De l'autre côté de la salle, Baptiste observait les convives avec une lassitude perceptible.En: On the other side of the room, Baptiste observed the guests with noticeable weariness.Fr: Critique d'art renommé, il se retrouvait souvent à ces événements, entouré d'œuvres qui ne parvenaient plus à le toucher.En: A renowned art critic, he often found himself at these events, surrounded by works that no longer moved him.Fr: Mais ce soir, quelque chose dans l'air semblait différent, comme si une note invisible résonnait, attendant d'être entendue.En: But tonight, something in the air seemed different, as if an invisible note resonated, waiting to be heard.Fr: Légèrement intimidée, Élodie prit place à une table où le destin avait aussi placé Baptiste.En: Slightly intimidated, Élodie took a seat at a table where fate had also placed Baptiste.Fr: Au départ réservé, Baptiste ne put s'empêcher d'entamer la conversation avec elle.En: Initially reserved, Baptiste couldn't help but start a conversation with her.Fr: Ils parlèrent des lumières de Paris, des artistes qu'ils aimaient et de l'importance de voir le monde autrement.En: They talked about the lights of Paris, the artists they loved, and the importance of seeing the world differently.Fr: "Pour moi," dit Élodie en regardant par la fenêtre, "l'art, c'est la beauté des petites choses.En: "For me," said Élodie looking out the window, "art is the beauty of small things.Fr: Les ombres qui dansent sur la Seine, le rire d'un enfant.En: The shadows dancing on the Seine, a child's laughter.Fr: C'est là que je puise mes idées."En: That's where I find my ideas."Fr: Baptiste écouta, surpris par la simplicité et la passion dans sa voix.En: Baptiste listened, surprised by the simplicity and passion in her voice.Fr: Pour la première fois depuis longtemps, il ressentit un frisson d'excitation.En: For the first time in a long while, he felt a thrill of excitement.Fr: Élodie voyait l'art là où lui ne voyait que des objets.En: Élodie saw art where he only saw objects.Fr: Inspirée, Élodie parla longtemps de son rêve de capturer Paris dans ses peintures, non pas comme une ville mais comme une mélodie.En: Inspired, Élodie spoke at length about her dream to capture Paris in her paintings, not as a city but as a melody.Fr: Baptiste sourit, trouvant dans ses mots une vérité qu'il avait oubliée.En: Baptiste smiled, finding in her words a truth he had forgotten.Fr: Alors que la soirée s'avançait, tous deux sentirent une transformation.En: As the evening advanced, they both felt a transformation.Fr: Pour Élodie, les lumières de la ville devinrent soudainement un tableau vivant, vibrant de couleurs et d'histoires à raconter.En: For Élodie, the city lights suddenly became a living painting, vibrant with colors and stories to tell.Fr: Pour Baptiste, chaque mot de la jeune artiste était une révélation.En: For Baptiste, every word from the young artist was a revelation.Fr: Il réalisa que l'art, c'était l'émotion transmise, le cœur mis à nu.En: He realized that art was the emotion conveyed, the heart laid bare.Fr: En quittant la tour, l'air printanier semblait plus doux, les étoiles plus proches.En: Leaving the tower, the spring air felt softer, the stars closer.Fr: Élodie, pleine d'une énergie créative renouvelée, avait trouvé ce qu'elle était venue chercher.En: Élodie, full of renewed creative energy, had found what she had come for.Fr: Baptiste, quant à lui, ressentit un désir profond de partager enfin ses impressions avec le monde, à travers des mots qui n'étaient plus creux.En: Baptiste, for his part, felt a deep desire to finally share his impressions with the world, through words that were no longer hollow.Fr: Ainsi, ce soir-là, Élodie et Baptiste quittèrent la tour Eiffel, les yeux pleins de rêves et les cœurs débordant d'une toute nouvelle lumière.En: Thus, that evening, Élodie and Baptiste left the Eiffel Tower, their eyes full of dreams and their hearts overflowing with a brand-new light.Fr: Leur rencontre fortuite, flottant entre ciel et terre, leur avait offert bien plus qu'une simple soirée parisienne : une redécouverte de l'essence du vrai art.En: Their chance encounter, floating between sky and earth, had offered them much more than just a Parisian evening: a rediscovery of the essence of true art. Vocabulary Words:the setting: le coucherthe renewal: le renouveauthe structure: la structurethe desire: le désirthe inspiration: l'inspirationthe charm: le charmethe weariness: la lassitudethe critic: le critiquethe works: les œuvresthe guest: le convivethe thrill: le frissonthe excitement: l'excitationthe melody: la mélodiethe transformation: la transformationthe revelation: la révélationthe thrill: le frissonthe emotion: l'émotionthe desire: le désirthe impression: l'impressionhollow: creuxthe encounter: la rencontrethe essence: l'essencethe shadow: l'ombreto capture: capturerthe city: la villethe painting: la peintureto climb: monterto observe: observerintimidated: intimidéeto smile: sourire

She was called “Fat Mary.”Growing up in a Catholic orphanage high in Tanzania's Usambara Mountains, Mary faced hunger, beatings, rejection, and the crushing reality of being a mixed race child who felt unwanted by both the Black and White communities around her.The nuns constantly reminded her she was a “child of sin,” but Mary refused to let her circumstances define her future.Determined to escape the orphanage and build a better life, she poured herself into her education, believing that academic excellence might be her only path to freedom.That little girl would eventually become Nhambu, an internationally recognized author, educator, dancer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and cultural ambassador.In this powerful episode, Nhambu shares her extraordinary journey from hardship to hope, and how the rhythms, traditions, and resilience of Africa shaped a life dedicated to inspiring others.Today she is the author of the acclaimed Dancing Soul Trilogy: Afrika's Child, America's Daughter, and Drum Beats, Heart Beats, and creator of the popular fitness movement Aerobics With Soul®.This is a story of courage, identity, education, forgiveness, and the unstoppable power of the human spirit.Nothing Stops These People- with host Frankie Picasso

Fluent Fiction - French: Heartbeats in the Metropolis: Lucien's Journey to Balance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-06-06-22-34-01-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Dans un coin animé de la métropole urbaine, Lucien, un planificateur urbain passionné, navigue dans un dédale de gratte-ciels et de voitures.En: In a lively corner of the urban metropolis, Lucien, a passionate urban planner, navigates through a maze of skyscrapers and cars.Fr: Il aime cette ville.En: He loves this city.Fr: Sa hauteur, sa vitesse, sa promesse d'un avenir meilleur.En: Its height, its speed, its promise of a better future.Fr: Mais aujourd'hui, quelque chose a changé.En: But today, something has changed.Fr: Ce matin, Lucien a quitté le bureau du docteur, une récente diagnose en tête : une légère condition cardiaque.En: This morning, Lucien left the doctor's office with a recent diagnosis on his mind: a slight heart condition.Fr: Son cœur, ce moteur du corps, lui envoie un signal d'alarme.En: His heart, the body's engine, is sending him a warning signal.Fr: "Il faut ralentir," disait le médecin.En: "You need to slow down," the doctor said.Fr: "Marchez, respirez, changez vos habitudes."En: "Walk, breathe, change your habits."Fr: Lucien est préoccupé.En: Lucien is concerned.Fr: Les projets de la ville ne permettent pas de pause.En: The city's projects do not allow for a pause.Fr: La pression est énorme, et il veut tant laisser une empreinte ici.En: The pressure is enormous, and he so wants to leave a mark here.Fr: Chaque rue bétonnée, chaque parc conçu, chaque gratte-ciel qu'il imagine anime son ambition.En: Every paved street, every park designed, every skyscraper he imagines fuels his ambition.Fr: Mais aujourd'hui, il se rappelle des mots du docteur.En: But today, he remembers the words of the doctor.Fr: Dans sa pause déjeuner, au lieu de se plonger dans des papiers, il décide de marcher.En: During his lunch break, instead of diving into papers, he decides to walk.Fr: Il sort du bureau, en dessous des structures métalliques imposantes, et s'engage dans un chemin souligné d'arbres en fleurs du printemps.En: He leaves the office, beneath the imposing metallic structures, and takes a path lined with spring's blossoming trees.Fr: Les pétales rosés tombent dans une danse silencieuse sous la douce brise de mai.En: The pink petals fall in a silent dance under the gentle May breeze.Fr: Durant ces promenades, Lucien observe le visage caché de la ville.En: During these walks, Lucien observes the hidden face of the city.Fr: Chaque arbre, chaque sourire échangé par des passants, lui rappelle pourquoi il aime cet endroit.En: Each tree, each smile exchanged by passersby reminds him why he loves this place.Fr: Un éclat de rire d'un enfant près d'une fontaine : un petit moment de paix partagé dans l'effervescence environnante.En: The laughter of a child near a fountain: a little moment of peace shared amidst the surrounding bustle.Fr: Un jour, en pleine réunion stratégique, le stress monte.En: One day, in the middle of a strategic meeting, the stress mounts.Fr: Le cœur de Lucien s'emballe.En: Lucien's heart races.Fr: Il sent une douleur, une pression.En: He feels a pain, a pressure.Fr: C'est une alerte.En: It's a warning.Fr: Il ne peut ignorer son corps plus longtemps.En: He can no longer ignore his body.Fr: Tout s'arrête.En: Everything stops.Fr: Dans cette fraction de seconde, il comprend que quelque chose doit changer.En: In that split second, he understands that something must change.Fr: Lucien décide alors de déléguer.En: Lucien then decides to delegate.Fr: Il apprend à faire confiance à son équipe.En: He learns to trust his team.Fr: Observer, découvrir, marcher encore.En: Observe, discover, walk again.Fr: Chacune de ces étapes l'éloigne du stress.En: Each of these steps distances him from stress.Fr: Sa santé s'améliore, et avec elle, sa perspective.En: His health improves, and with it, his perspective.Fr: Voir la ville à pied lui offre une vision nouvelle.En: Seeing the city on foot offers him a new vision.Fr: Le soir, lorsqu'il rentre chez lui, le cœur léger, il sait qu'il a fait le bon choix.En: In the evening, when he returns home with a light heart, he knows he has made the right choice.Fr: Lucien prouve qu'on peut mener à bien des projets ambitieux tout en prenant soin de soi.En: Lucien proves that one can carry out ambitious projects while taking care of oneself.Fr: Sa contribution à la ville est toujours là, mais maintenant, il contribue également à sa propre vie.En: His contribution to the city is still there, but now, he is also contributing to his own life.Fr: Ainsi, Lucien trouve l'équilibre entre ses aspirations et son bien-être.En: Thus, Lucien finds the balance between his aspirations and his well-being.Fr: Un voyage personnel dans une métropole infinie où, même sans brusquer la cadence, il trace une route de succès et de sérénité.En: A personal journey in an endless metropolis where, even without rushing the pace, he maps a path of success and serenity. Vocabulary Words:the metropolis: la métropolethe planner: le planificateurthe skyscraper: le gratte-cielthe car: la voiturethe diagnosis: la diagnosethe condition: la conditionthe warning: l'alertethe stress: le stressthe project: le projetthe pressure: la pressionto pave: bétonnerthe structure: la structurethe path: le cheminthe tree: l'arbrethe petal: le pétalethe breeze: la brisethe walk: la promenadethe smile: le sourirethe passerby: le passantthe laughter: le rirethe fountain: la fontaineto delegate: déléguerto trust: faire confiancethe team: l'équipethe step: l'étapethe perspective: la perspectivethe evening: le soirthe choice: le choixto prove: prouverthe journey: le voyage

Fluent Fiction - French: Heartbeats and Masterpieces: Unveiling Secrets at the Musée Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-06-04-07-38-19-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Les rayons du soleil glissaient doucement à travers les hautes fenêtres du musée.En: The rays of the sun gently glided through the tall windows of the musée.Fr: L'air était doux et sentait le parfum des fleurs qui émanaient du jardin voisin.En: The air was mild and carried the fragrance of flowers emanating from the nearby garden.Fr: Des visiteurs déambulaient lentement dans les salles, admirant les œuvres d'art exquises baignées par cette lumière de fin de printemps.En: Visitors strolled slowly through the rooms, admiring the exquisite works of art bathed in this late spring light.Fr: Émile était là, se fondant parmi les amateurs d'art.En: Émile was there, blending in among the art enthusiasts.Fr: Il avait une mission : voir une exposition rare avant que les œuvres ne retournent à une collection privée.En: He had a mission: to see a rare exhibition before the works returned to a private collection.Fr: Les couleurs et les traits des toiles l'envoûtèrent.En: The colors and strokes of the canvases captivated him.Fr: Chaque tableau racontait une histoire, un monde à part entière.En: Each painting told a story, a world of its own.Fr: Claudette, la conservatrice du musée, arpentait les salles, veillant à ce que chaque visiteur vive une expérience agréable.En: Claudette, the curator of the musée, walked the halls, ensuring each visitor had an enjoyable experience.Fr: Elle s'assurait que rien ne venait troubler le calme et la magnificence des lieux.En: She made sure nothing disturbed the calm and magnificence of the place.Fr: Lorsqu'elle aperçut Émile, elle le remarqua immédiatement.En: When she saw Émile, she noticed him immediately.Fr: Émile avait un regard captivé mais aussi inquiet.En: Émile had a captivated, yet worried look.Fr: Cependant, il ne disait rien.En: However, he said nothing.Fr: Émile avait un secret qu'il n'osait partager.En: Émile had a secret he dared not share.Fr: Son cœur battait un peu trop vite parfois.En: His heart would beat a little too fast at times.Fr: Il avait peur.En: He was afraid.Fr: Mais aujourd'hui, rien ne pourrait l'empêcher d'admirer ses œuvres préférées.En: But today, nothing could prevent him from admiring his favorite works.Fr: Quand il arriva devant le chef-d'œuvre qu'il désirait tant voir, ses jambes flanchèrent soudainement.En: When he reached the masterpiece he so desired to see, his legs suddenly gave way.Fr: Son cœur, jusque-là secret, lui fit défaut, et il s'effondra au sol.En: His heart, until then a secret, failed him, and he collapsed to the ground.Fr: Les visiteurs s'arrêtèrent, surpris et inquiets.En: The visitors stopped, surprised and worried.Fr: Claudette, qui n'était pas loin, accourut immédiatement.En: Claudette, who was not far away, rushed over immediately.Fr: Elle s'agenouilla près d'Émile, le cœur battant de peur pour lui.En: She knelt beside Émile, her heart pounding with fear for him.Fr: Elle hésita un moment.En: She hesitated for a moment.Fr: Devrait-elle laisser Émile seul pour chercher de l'aide ?En: Should she leave Émile alone to find help?Fr: Non, elle resta auprès de lui, tenant sa main, rassurante.En: No, she stayed by his side, holding his hand, reassuring.Fr: En même temps, elle appela calmement les services d'urgence sur son téléphone.En: At the same time, she calmly called emergency services on her phone.Fr: En attendant, elle parlait à Émile pour le réconforter, lui assurant que tout irait bien.En: Meanwhile, she talked to Émile to comfort him, assuring him that everything would be all right.Fr: Les secours arrivèrent rapidement, rassurant Claudette et sécurisant le pauvre Émile.En: The help arrived quickly, reassuring Claudette and securing poor Émile.Fr: À l'hôpital, Émile fut stabilisé.En: At the hospital, Émile was stabilized.Fr: Son secret dévoilé, il réalisa l'importance de parler de son état de santé.En: His secret revealed, he realized the importance of speaking about his health condition.Fr: Claudette, bouleversée par cette expérience, comprit la valeur de la vigilance et de la confiance envers les autres.En: Claudette, moved by this experience, understood the value of vigilance and trust in others.Fr: Quand Émile retourna au musée, quelques semaines plus tard, avec un sourire plus serein, Claudette le salua chaleureusement.En: When Émile returned to the musée, a few weeks later, with a more serene smile, Claudette greeted him warmly.Fr: Tous deux savaient que la vie pouvait être aussi fragile et précieuse qu'un chef-d'œuvre, et qu'il était essentiel de prendre soin de soi et des autres.En: Both knew that life could be as fragile and precious as a masterpiece, and that it was essential to take care of oneself and others.Fr: Ainsi, Émile décida d'être plus ouvert avec sa santé, tandis que Claudette veillerait à ce que chaque visiteur soit en sécurité et apprécié sous la belle lumière du musée de Paris.En: Thus, Émile decided to be more open about his health, while Claudette would ensure every visitor was safe and appreciated under the beautiful lights of the musée de Paris. Vocabulary Words:the rays: les rayonsthe window: la fenêtremild: douxthe fragrance: le parfumto stroll: déambulerexquisite: exquiseto glide: glisserblending: se fondantthe enthusiast: l'amateurto captivate: envoûterthe curator: la conservatriceto ensure: s'assurermagnificence: la magnificenceto admire: admirerworried: inquietto collapse: s'effondrerto kneel: s'agenouilleremergency services: les services d'urgenceto comfort: réconforterthe help: les secoursto reassure: rassurerthe visitor: le visiteurthe secret: le secretthe masterpiece: le chef-d'œuvreto stabilize: stabiliserthe condition: l'étatto value: comprendre la valeur deto trust: la confianceto return: retournerfragile: fragile

In this episode, Jenny D sits down with Christy Bean Rowing, Director of the St. Clair Hospital Foundation, about how the foundation supports patients, staff and community programs — from cancer care and cold cap therapy to cardiac rehab and courtesy transportation. We also discuss Heartbeats & Haybales: the 27th Annual Summer Swing on July 17, a community fundraiser benefiting the new cardiac center, and explain how listeners can attend, donate, volunteer, or buy raffle tickets to support St. Clair Health. Tune in to discover how Heartbeats & Haybales brings people together for a great cause and why your support matters. Together, we can help keep our community hospital strong for generations to come. Join us this July for St. Clair Health's annual Summer Swing – Heartbeats & Haybales! Kicking off on Friday, July 17, 2026, at St. Clair Country Club, this premier charitable event supports our ongoing mission to advance life-saving cardiac care in our community. Call 412-942-2465 https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-001C000000vxhqsIAA/events/vevt:a85157c A heartfelt thank you to St. Clair Health for sponsoring this episode! Your Commitment to education and community well-being is truly invaluable.  https://www.stclair.org/ All episodes are available on all the major Audio Platforms as well as Jenny D's YouTube page. Make sure to Subscribe and Follow. http://www.youtube.com/@Spillwithmejennyd If you would like to be a guest or sponsor on Spill with Me Jenny D. Show please fill out the disclaimer at https://www.spillwithmejennyd.com/tell-your-story or email spillwithmejennyd@gmail.com Don't Forget to Subscribe & Follow. Thank you to our Community Partners! Note: "The views and conversations in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes. They do not constitute professional advice, and listeners are encouraged to seek their own guidance for any specific concerns." "Music Credit: Theme song, written and performed by Mark Ferrari"    markferrarimusic.com    

What if the wisdom you need to make better decisions is not only in your mind, but also in your gut, your heart, and the quiet intelligence of your body?In a world that rewards constant achievement, rational thinking, and chasing the next goal, many people understand how life works but still struggle to feel fulfilled, peaceful, or truly aligned. In this episode, molecular biologist and author Dr. José Ángel Moreno Cabezuelo explores how science, philosophy, grief, neuroplasticity, and the body's hidden intelligence can help you reconnect with meaning and live more consciously.Discover how to listen to the three centres of intelligence (head, gut, and heart) when making important life decisions.Learn the difference between dopamine-driven achievement and serotonin-based fulfilment, and why success alone does not always create happiness.Gain simple reflective practices to notice your body's signals, identify what genuinely nourishes you, and begin rewiring your brain toward a more meaningful life.Play this episode to learn how to move beyond overthinking, listen to the deeper wisdom already within you, and choose how you want to live while your heart is still beating.˚KEY POINTS AND TIMESTAMPS:01:47 - From Molecular Biology to the Search for Meaning05:26 - The Three Centers of Intelligence Explained11:02 - How to Listen to Your Gut and Heart When Making Decisions15:22 - Midlife Questions, Neuroplasticity, and Rewiring the Brain20:09 - The Power of Writing Down Ideas and Inner Signals21:22 - Dopamine vs Serotonin: Why Success Can Feel Empty28:28 - Heartbeats of Consciousness and Blending Science With Philosophy29:51 - The Firefly Metaphor and Sharing Your Inner Light34:51 - Final Reflections on Living Meaningfully and Trusting Your Body's Wisdom˚MEMORABLE QUOTE:"Knowing how life works and knowing how to live, those are completely different things."˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Jose's website: https://drjoseangelmoreno.com/en/˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

What is good my name is Renegade X, I am 31 years old with a very deep voice tryna do things. I decided to try my hand in ASMR Reading. Did this for those who are struggling with sleeping. Hopefully this will help those who need it.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therenegade_X/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renegade.xGaming Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkPfuyyyN0rUeYYlDLRZLVA

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This week, we're talking with Swedish singer-songwriter José González who just released his fifth album Against the Dying of the Light. He's currently on tour in North America and our conversation happened the day before it started in Boston. We discuss his new album and its somewhat apocalyptic themes, including AI which you'll learn he has a more complicated relationship with than some do. We also talk about his use of distortion in his mostly acoustic music and how that will play out on this current tour which is at rock clubs and not the seated theaters of his last few tours. He also tells us how his punk and post-hardcore youth continues to influence his music, what he listens to when he runs, the acclaimed video for his cover of The Knife's "Heartbeats" and how he may be doing more covers in the future, and more. -- Credits: Hosted & produced by Bill Pearis Mixed and mastered by Nick Gray Theme music by Michael Silverstein photo: Ellika Henriksson

Det er endelig blevet varmt, og derfor rykker vi kollektivt ud i solen og bruger lidt flere penge end vi plejer. Vi vender den tendens og kommer med råd til, hvordan man kan gøre det billigere at nyde forårssolen. Thea er 3 måneder clean fra Hinge, men foråret gør det svært. For hvad gør man egentlig, når man gerne vil date uden apps? Vi dykker ned i kunsten at møde nogen i virkeligheden – og hvorfor det føles sværere end nogensinde. I forlængelse af at vi bruger flere penge, taler vi også om et udtryk, der er begyndt at brede sig blandt unge, nemlig: “jeg er broke”. Med afsæt i en artikel fra Heartbeats spørger vi til, om vi virkelig er broke, eller om det er blevet den nemme udvej fra en aftale? Og hvad siger det om vores forbrug og selvforståelse? Og så er der selvfølgelig roser i luften, for Bachelorette er tilbage. Vi snakker om vores førstehåndsindtryk, finder tidlige favoritter og snakker om, hvorfor vi stadig ikke kan kigge væk. Er det bare guilty pleasure, eller siger det faktisk noget ret præcist om, hvordan vi dater lige nu? kh Dine værter: Thea Dragsbæk Kauffmann og Sarah Klank onsdag d. 22 april 2026

Jacob Criborn, aka Nause, gästar podden och snackar om den pågående mini-klubbturnén tillsammans med Adrian Lux, kommande musik och annat aktuellt. Självklart blickar vi även bakåt och pratar om allt från edm-boomen, tv-serien Heartbeats och tiden som duo, till en Britney Spears-remix och hiten Made of som förresten fyller 15 i år. Plus massor av annat! Nause på Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nause/ Nause på Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nause Dansmusikpoddens Patreon, FB-grupp etc: https://linktr.ee/dansmusikpodden

Live from the shores of Devils Lake, Scott Hennen hosts a packed edition of What's On Your Mind at the Landowners Association of North Dakota annual meeting. The episode explores the decades-long struggle between local farmers and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service over land easements, featuring a passionate call to action from Senator Kevin Cramer. The conversation then shifts from the soil to the skies as we preview a major national security announcement at the Grand Forks Air Force Base regarding "Counter Drone" technology. Finally, we look toward the future of the region's youth with University of North Dakota senior Max Eriksrud, who is organizing a massive faith-based revival at the Chester Fritz Auditorium. From the front lines of property rights to the cutting edge of military tech and spiritual renewal, this episode covers the heart and soul of the 701. Standout Moments [12:69] The Easement War Senator Kevin Cramer pulls no punches while discussing the "gross injustice" landowners face from federal bureaucrats regarding decades-old wetland easements. He explains why he believes the current legal landscape offers farmers their "last best shot" at winning back their property rights.   [13:34] The "Counter Drone" Frontier A deep dive into the Point Defense Battle Lab at Grand Forks Air Force Base. Scott and Kevin discuss the "asymmetric" problem of using million-dollar missiles to take out $500 "suicide drones" and how North Dakota is leading the mission to flip that script.   [14:48] Detecting a Heartbeat from Space In a stunning revelation of modern military capabilities, the team discusses how search-and-rescue teams used specialized technology to locate a downed pilot in the Iranian mountains by literally detecting his heartbeat from the air.   [14:69] The 701 Revival UND senior Maxwell Eriksrud joins the show to discuss "701 Revival," a youth-led movement aiming to bring community and faith back to the center of campus life. He shares his personal journey from an 18-year-old freshman to a student leader on the State Board of Higher Education.   [17:19] Budget Hawks and Right-Sizing Retired Air Force Major Dave Hughes, running for Minnesota's 7th District, lays out a bold plan to balance the federal budget. His strategy includes abolishing five major U.S. departments—including Energy and Education—to curb the $2 trillion annual deficit.   [18:67] Grains, China, and the Weather David Spickler of Lighthouse Commodities gives a "weather-weather" update, warning North Dakota farmers about a narrow planting…

THE HEART OF JESUS  1. Beats with Love (Matthew 11:28–29) 2. Beats with Life (John 19:31–34)  3. Beats with Scars (John 20:26–28)  4. Beats with Us (Ephesians 3:16–17)

Our guest this week is José González. The Swedish folk singer-songwriter broke through with his 2003 debut Veneer and the iconic “Heartbeats,” going on to carve out a unique space in modern folk through his delicate guitar work and introspective songwriting. Across his career, he's released five albums, amassed over a billion streams, and was inducted into the Swedish Music Hall of Fame in 2024. Last week, he returned with his latest record Against the Dying of the Light, a reflective album exploring the ideologies shaping our world. On today's episode, we chat with José about the themes behind the record, his approach to complex songwriting, the evolution of the industry, and his long-standing connection with Australian audiences.José González: Instagram / Spotify / WebsiteVisit our official website here and follow us across our socials.

"You were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ."Jesus had a physical heart like we all do. “On average 5,000 times each hour” and “Each beat upheld by the hand of his Father, like each beat of your heart.” But this particular heart started beating again! Do you think it was instantly, or did the Father slowly wake him up?  

"You were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ."Jesus had a physical heart like we all do. “On average 5,000 times each hour” and “Each beat upheld by the hand of his Father, like each beat of your heart.” But this particular heart started beating again! Do you think it was instantly, or did the Father slowly wake him up?  

Ocean microbes quietly power the planet. In this episode, we explore the microscopic organisms that regulate Earth's climate, produce much of the oxygen we breathe, and move enormous amounts of carbon through the ocean every day. These invisible life forms are not just background players in the ocean system; they are central to how the planet works. Synthetic biology is now pushing this idea even further. Dr. José Ángel Moreno-Cabezuelo, a synthetic biologist working in Oxford, is engineering ancient microorganisms called cyanobacteria to capture carbon dioxide using sunlight and biology. His work shows how living systems could become part of the climate solutions we desperately need. Science communication is another major theme of this conversation. After years working inside the scientific system, Dr. Moreno-Cabezuelo began questioning why so much scientific knowledge fails to connect with society. Through his book Heartbeats of Consciousness, he explores the intersection of biology, neuroscience, philosophy, and the human experience, asking a powerful question: if science understands life so well, why does it still struggle to help us understand how to live it? Listen to learn how microbes shape our planet, how biotechnology may help tackle climate change, and why clarity in science might be one of the most important tools we have for protecting the ocean. Website: https://drjoseangelmoreno.com/en/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/josé-ángel-moreno-cabezuelo-phd Instagram: @joseangelmc_

José Gonzáles makes quiet music full of loud ideas. I sat down with him in person to trace his journey from playing in hardcore punk bands to the intimate arpeggios that turned Veneer and Heartbeats into global touchstones. Jose opens up about writing “humble accusations,” using minimal sound to deliver maximal ideas, and how a scientist's method—shaped by his biochemistry background—helps him build tension, release, and meaning inside quiet music.It all gets a bit Dawkins: Jose unpacks meme complexes, the cultural building blocks that replicate from brain to brain, and shows how his work recombines influences from Latin America, Sweden, and shelves of philosophy and science audiobooks. We explore the thread that runs from early relationship sketches to pointed critiques of dogma, moral relativism, and “doomsday dudes,” all while keeping the songs spacious enough to live at dinner tables and in headphones after midnight.We talk about how on his new album –  Against the Dying Light, José connects Enlightenment values—reason, empiricism, individual liberty—to today's urgent questions around AI, engineered risks, and human flourishing. He celebrates breakthroughs like AlphaFold while calling for alignment, transparency, and calm public reasoning. The result is a rare balance: optimism without naivety, warning without hysteria, and art that invites you to think without telling you what to think.I've re-activated the show's Substack newsletter. Give it a follow for extra bits about the guests, thoughts on music culture and creativity and whatever else. Nothing is behind a paywall yet, so it's a great time to get on board.If you enjoy Lost and Sound and want to help keep it thriving, the best way to support is simple: subscribe, leave a rating, and write a quick review on your favourite podcast platform. It really helps others find the show. You can do that here on Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.José Gonzáles on Instagram:www.instagram.com/jose.gonz.musicJosé Gonzáles on Bandcamp:https://josgonzlez.bandcamp.com/album/against-the-dying-of-the-lightHuge thanks to Audio-Technica – makers of beautifully engineered audio gear and sponsors of Lost and Sound. Check them out here: Audio-TechnicaMy book Coming To Berlin is a journey through the city's creative underground, and is available via Velocity Press.You can also follow me on Instagram at @paulhanford for behind-the-scenes bits, guest updates, and whatever else is bubbling up.

Heartbeats in Harmony Host: Anna Harsh Dancer, Author, Director of Allegro Dance Company.This episode offers quick tips on dancing with a partner. How to connect on a deeper level that helps make choreography come to life.Website: www.AnnaHarsh.com Website for Allegro www.AllegroDanceCompany.net #PartnerDance #TheDanceFloorPodcast #PerformanceJoin the company today! Allegro is Hiring! Like, Share and Subscribe today! Thanks for listening!

What turns a house into a story you can hold? In this recap episode, we look back at our episode with Jenny Marrs for a warm, funny, and honest look at how a five-year writing journey became a memoir stitched from rooms, rituals, and the small moments that define family. Instead of design rules and trends, Jenny frames each chapter around a lived memory; the living room on Christmas morning, the spaces that carry laughter, mess, and meaning, creating a keepsake her kids can open years from now.Pulling back the curtain on the other half of her year: filming a six-episode renovation in Italy. The postcard image cracked under real pressure, snow in Tuscany, twelve-hour days, and back-and-forth flights that turned a dream into a test of endurance. We trade stories about logistics gone sideways, including a rental car ticket that landed on the wrong desk, and laugh through the kind of travel chaos that becomes legend among friends.Threaded through the hustle is a reminder of why any of it matters. A bearded friend recognized at a gas station, a viewer's daughter in a wheelchair who loves the show, and a quick decision to fly home early to surprise her. That small act reframes the entire season: work is the vehicle, people are the destination. If you've ever wondered how to capture your family's history, balance ambition with presence, or turn everyday spaces into memory engines, this conversation will meet you where you live, literally.If the story moves you, subscribe, share this episode with someone who loves their home, and leave a review with your favorite room memory so we can feature it next time.And go back and watch the full episode: Ep. 4 - Heartbeats and Homecomings: Jenny Marrs on Weaving Memories into Design

Tonia Krügers „Love Songs in London“-Reihe hat mich durch meine Trennung begleitet. Dann habe ich „Kisses in the Snow“* und „Snow Flakes and Heartbeats“* von ihr in Zusammenarbeit mit Leonie Lastella und Valentina Fast gehört und mich gefragt: Wer hat was geschrieben? Wie geht das, die Arbeit von drei Autorinnen unter einen Hut zu bekommen, sodass auch alles wie aus einem Guss erscheint? Wie kam es zu dem Projekt, und was ist noch geplant? All das, aber auch alles über die individuellen Schreibroutinen der drei, über ihre Anfänge als Autorinnen, und auch zu ihrem eigenen Podcast mit Schreibfokus erfahrt ihr in diesem Interview. Dabei erwähnen wir: „I give you my body: How I write sex scenes“ von Diana Gabaldon „Somewhere in summer“ von Tonia Krüger „Two steps away“ von Valentina Fast Die „Outer Banks“-Saga von Emma Cole und Joanne St. Lucas bzw. Leonie Lastella und Jana Lukas „Das Licht von tausend Sternen“ von Leonie Lastella „Ein Leben aus Glas“ von Valentina Fast „All I (don't) want for Christmas“ von Tonia Krüger „Found“ aus der „Lake of Lies“-Reihe von Leonie Lastella Die „Secret Academy“-Reihe von Valentina Fast Die „Royal“-Reihe von Valentina Fast Die „Meereswelten“-Saga von Valentina Fast „Mate“ und „Problematic Summer Romance“ von Ali Hazelwood „Miss Moons höchst geheimer Club für ungewöhnliche Hexen“ von Sangu Mandanna „Regretting you/All das Ungesagte zwischen uns“ und „Verity“ von Colleen Hoover „Three words unspoken“  und „Four nights together“  aus der „London Hearts“-Reihe von Valentina Fast und Lorena Schäfer Ein audible-Original von Leonie Lastella „Bitten“ von Jordan Stephanie Gray „Heartless Hunter“ von Kristen Ciccarelli „A duet of fear and trust“ von Jenny Krone Den „Bookish Delight Bookclub“ Viel Spaß beim Hören des Interviews mit Leonie Lastella, Tonia Krüger & Valentina Fast! Wenn ihr mehr über die Autorinnen erfahren wollt, hört unbedingt auch mal in ihren Podcast „The Book Hangover“ rein. Eure Ilana Entschuldigt bitte, dass die Tonqualität leider nicht auf dem üblichen Niveau ist, da das Interview digital geführt und aufgenommen wurde. *Das Buch wurde mir als Rezensionsexemplar vom Verlag oder dem Autor/der Autorin zur Verfügung gestellt. Ich benutze teilweise Affiliate Links von Amazon.de. Näheres siehe "Impressum und Rechtliches".

What if love is more than a feeling—what if it's the force that animates the universe? In this episode, we journey from a snowy Valentine's Day awakening to the origins of the cosmos, exploring love as both a scientific phenomenon and a spiritual mystery. Discover how ancient philosophers, quantum physics, and the biology of the human heart all point to love as the creative energy behind existence. We'll unravel why connection is essential for survival, how desire shapes the stars and our own hearts, and why true love is more than romance—it's the pulse of the universe itself. Whether you're searching for romance or seeking deeper meaning, tune in for soul-stirring insights that may change the way you see yourself, your relationships, and the cosmos.

What if love is more than a feeling—what if it's the force that animates the universe? In this episode, we journey from a snowy Valentine's Day awakening to the origins of the cosmos, exploring love as both a scientific phenomenon and a spiritual mystery. Discover how ancient philosophers, quantum physics, and the biology of the human heart all point to love as the creative energy behind existence. We'll unravel why connection is essential for survival, how desire shapes the stars and our own hearts, and why true love is more than romance—it's the pulse of the universe itself. Whether you're searching for romance or seeking deeper meaning, tune in for soul-stirring insights that may change the way you see yourself, your relationships, and the cosmos.

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Heartbeats at Shibuya: A Valentine Confession Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-10-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 白い息が冬の寒さを物語る中、東京の渋谷交差点はいつにも増して賑やかだった。En: In the cold winter's air, shiroi breaths tell the story of the chill as Tokyo's Shibuya Crossing was busier than ever.Ja: 空には大きな広告板が光り、通りはカラフルな人々で溢れていた。En: Large billboards lit up the sky, and the streets were teeming with colorful people.Ja: 今日は特別な日、バレンタインデー。En: Today was a special day, Valentine's Day.Ja: 恋人たちが手をつないで笑い合っている。En: Couples were holding hands and laughing together.Ja: 大学生の蓮は、交差点の一角でそわそわと立っていた。En: Daigakusei (college student) Ren stood anxiously at a corner of the crossing.Ja: 厚手のマフラーに顔をうずめ、手には小さなプレゼントを持っている。En: He buried his face in a thick scarf, holding a small gift in his hand.Ja: クラスメートの明への思いを、今日こそ伝えたいと決意していた。En: He had resolved to finally confess his feelings to his classmate Akira today.Ja: 「あぁ、これが僕の唯一のチャンスかもしれない」と蓮は心の中でつぶやく。En: "Ah, this might be my only chance," Ren whispered in his mind.Ja: シャイな彼は、ずっと前から明に密かに想いを寄せていた。En: A shy person, he had secretly liked Akira for a long time.Ja: でも、明は友達が多く、いつも賑やかで笑顔を絶やさない。En: However, Akira was popular, always lively and smiling.Ja: そんな明に、自分の気持ちを伝える勇気がなかなか出なかった。En: Ren had struggled to find the courage to express his feelings.Ja: 蓮はじっと人ごみを見つめる。En: Ren stared intently at the crowd.Ja: 心の中では緊張で鼓動が速くなっていく。En: Inside, his heart was pounding with nerves.Ja: 「見つけることができるだろうか？En: "Will I be able to find Akira?"Ja: 」と不安がよぎる。En: he worried.Ja: そのとき、人々が交差点を横切り始めた。En: Just then, people started to cross the intersection.Ja: 信号が青に変わり、人の波が一斉に動き出す。En: The light turned green, and the wave of people started moving all at once.Ja: 蓮は心を決めて前に進む。En: Ren made up his mind and stepped forward.Ja: そして、遠くに見える明の姿を見つけた。En: Then, he spotted Akira in the distance.Ja: 明は友達と笑顔で話しながら歩いている。En: Akira was walking, talking, and smiling with friends.Ja: 蓮の心臓は高鳴った。En: Ren's heart raced.Ja: 「今しかない！En: "It's now or never!"Ja: 」蓮は少しずつ明に近づく。En: Ren gradually approached Akira.Ja: もうすぐ目の前だ。En: He was almost there.Ja: 思わず足を速める。En: Instinctively, he quickened his pace.Ja: 混んだ人波の中、明に手を振る。En: Amidst the crowded throng, he waved at Akira.Ja: ようやく目が合い、明がこっちを向いた。En: Their eyes finally met, and Akira turned towards him.Ja: 「明！En: "Akira!"Ja: 」と蓮は声をかける。En: Ren called out.Ja: 驚く明の前で立ち止まり、震える手でプレゼントを差し出した。En: He stopped in front of a surprised Akira and, with trembling hands, offered the gift.Ja: 「これ、受け取ってほしい。En: "I want you to have this.Ja: 君のことが、好きなんだ。En: I like you."Ja: 」一瞬の沈黙が流れる。En: A moment of silence passed.Ja: しかし、すぐに明の顔に優しい笑みが浮かんだ。En: However, soon a gentle smile appeared on Akira's face.Ja: 「ありがとう、蓮。En: "Thank you, 蓮.Ja: それ、すごく嬉しいよ。En: That makes me really happy.Ja: コーヒーでも行かない？En: Want to go for a coffee?"Ja: 」その瞬間、蓮の心は温かさに包まれた。En: In that instant, Ren's heart was enveloped in warmth.Ja: 勇気を出して良かったと心から思った。En: He felt truly glad he had mustered the courage.Ja: 二人は笑顔で交差点を歩き、カフェへと進んでいった。En: Together, they walked smiling through the crossing and headed to a café.Ja: 冬の冷たい風も、心にはもう届かない。En: The cold winter wind no longer touched their hearts.Ja: こうして蓮は、自分の気持ちを伝えることの大切さを実感した。En: Through this, Ren realized the importance of expressing his feelings.Ja: 怖さを乗り越えた先には、新しい世界が広がっているのだと知った。En: He learned that beyond overcoming fear lies a new world.Ja: それからというもの、蓮は少しずつ自信を取り戻し、シャイな自分を超えて新しい一歩を踏み出せるようになったのである。En: From then on, Ren gradually regained his confidence, stepping beyond his shyness and was able to take new steps forward. Vocabulary Words:anxiously: そわそわとcrossing: 交差点intently: じっとintersection: 交差点instinctively: 思わずconfess: 伝えるresolve: 決意courage: 勇気mustered: 出してenveloped: 包まれたteeming: 溢れていたthrong: 人波gradually: 少しずつshyness: シャイovercoming: 乗り越えるpounding: 鼓動step forward: 進むshiver: 震えるglad: 嬉しいregained: 取り戻しrealized: 実感したnew world: 新しい世界surrounded: 包まれたnervous: 緊張dense: 混んだexpress: 伝えるlively: 賑やかsilently: 心の中でmoment: 瞬間approached: 近づく

EPISODE SUMMARY Dillin makes an attempt at something new - a live radio broadcast playing VOID 1680 AM! But the callers are not what he expected… SHOW NOTES VOID 1680 AM One Shot News & Updates One Shot Patreon One Shot TWITCH Back my upcoming game! Follow the cast here! Austin Walker Alex Teplitz James D'Amato Robin Ekberg Candace McAfee Edward Spence Amelia Som Nala J. Wu WallE AJ Ray Kendrick Smith J Strautman Helix Angel Amore Darby Pak Viditya Voleti Elliot Davis Drakoniques Jeff Stormer Fiona Howat Noordin Ali Kadir Big Beaz BrieAnna Allen Apollo Pierce Camilla Franklin Noah Samuels ----------------------------------------------------- Know Your Rights Toolkits Find and call your representatives and be heard (US) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (Canada) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (UK) ---------------------------------------------------- Music Used in This Episode The Boss, BE/HOLD Hype Me Up, Paper Plastic Change the Game, Sourwah First Snow, Broadside Raise a Voice (Hear it Echo), Emorie Start All Over, Cira Grandi Kisses and Heartbeats, Anthony Lazaro The Final Encounter, BE/HOLD Three Trees, Rest & Settle Manatsu Ni Haeru, Ian Post and Aya Ishida Home, Semo Smoke Show, Southern Call The Other Side, Snowbones Long Lost Words, Alright Years Whiskey Makes Me Cry, Cira Grandi Elegy, BE/HOLD Editing and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shaghik Manè. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EPISODE SUMMARY Dillin makes an attempt at something new - a live radio broadcast playing VOID 1680 AM! But the callers are not what he expected… SHOW NOTES VOID 1680 AM One Shot News & Updates One Shot Patreon One Shot TWITCH Back my upcoming game! Follow the cast here! Austin Walker Alex Teplitz James D'Amato Robin Ekberg Candace McAfee Edward Spence Amelia Som Nala J. Wu WallE AJ Ray Kendrick Smith J Strautman Helix Angel Amore Darby Pak Viditya Voleti Elliot Davis Drakoniques Jeff Stormer Fiona Howat Noordin Ali Kadir Big Beaz BrieAnna Allen Apollo Pierce Camilla Franklin Noah Samuels ----------------------------------------------------- Know Your Rights Toolkits Find and call your representatives and be heard (US) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (Canada) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (UK) ---------------------------------------------------- Music Used in This Episode The Boss, BE/HOLD Hype Me Up, Paper Plastic Change the Game, Sourwah First Snow, Broadside Raise a Voice (Hear it Echo), Emorie Start All Over, Cira Grandi Kisses and Heartbeats, Anthony Lazaro The Final Encounter, BE/HOLD Three Trees, Rest & Settle Manatsu Ni Haeru, Ian Post and Aya Ishida Home, Semo Smoke Show, Southern Call The Other Side, Snowbones Long Lost Words, Alright Years Whiskey Makes Me Cry, Cira Grandi Elegy, BE/HOLD Editing and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shaghik Manè. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sierra Leone has deep reserves of resilience, and an ability to come together and overcome great obstacles embedded in its culture. To provide the kind of history that is all too often overlooked when reporting on current events on the African continent, we are encoring this Hip Deep episode, which explores the nation's past. When Sierra Leone gained independence in 1961, Freetown swayed to the beguiling, breezy lilt of palm wine guitar and danced to the funky pop of Geraldo Pino and the Heartbeats. Once a center of the trans-Atlantic slave trade, Sierra Leone became an improbable amalgamation of indigenous peoples and repatriated Africans freed from slavery. Thirty years of political and economic disintegration led to a horrific civil war that claimed tens of thousands of victims and created a generation of maimed bodies and ruined lives between 1991 and 2002. A significant portion of the violence was internal, with community members and sometimes children taking up arms against each other. Following the conflict, efforts to restore peace included truth and reconciliation programs aimed at strengthening social ties. This episode profiles the inspiring story of Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars, a band formed in war-era refugee camps in Guinea. The band played a key role in giving citizens the courage to return home, and now, along with other young musicians in Freetown, attempt to pick up where others left off before the war. Produced by Simon Rentner with Wills Glasspiegel. APWW PGM #552 Originally broadcast in 2008

Fluent Fiction - Italian: High Stakes and Heartbeats: A Poker Player's Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-01-16-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Il rumore delle fiches sul tavolo si mischia con il brusio del casinò.En: The sound of the chips on the table mingles with the murmur of the casinò.It: Siamo in pieno inverno e fuori nevica, ma dentro questa stanza privata del casinò il calore è intenso.En: It's the middle of winter and it's snowing outside, but inside this private room of the casinò the warmth is intense.It: Le tende di velluto rosso profondo e il grande lampadario sopra di noi danno un tocco di lusso.En: The deep red velvet curtains and the large chandelier above us give a touch of luxury.It: L'odore dei sigari e il profumo costoso di qualcuno nell'aria.En: The smell of cigars and the expensive perfume of someone are in the air.It: Mi chiamo Giulio.En: My name is Giulio.It: Sono un giocatore di poker esperto, ma stasera qualcosa non va.En: I am an experienced poker player, but tonight something is off.It: Sento il cuore battere forte nel petto ogni volta che alzo la posta.En: I feel my heart pounding in my chest every time I raise the stakes.It: Da qualche tempo ho questi attacchi, ma non sono andato dal dottore.En: For some time now I've been having these episodes, but I haven't gone to the doctor.It: Ho paura di dover smettere di giocare se scopro che c'è qualcosa che non va.En: I'm afraid I might have to stop playing if I find out something is wrong.It: Al mio fianco c'è Alessandro, il mio antico rivale.En: Next to me is Alessandro, my long-time rival.It: Ha notato il mio disagio e sorride con quel suo sguardo astuto.En: He has noticed my unease and smiles with that cunning look of his.It: Poi c'è Marco, un giovane ma talentuoso giocatore.En: Then there's Marco, a young but talented player.It: Entrambi sono avversari formidabili.En: Both are formidable opponents.It: Oggi, devo vincere.En: Today, I must win.It: Ho un debito che mi pesa come un macigno.En: I have a debt that weighs on me like a rock.It: La pressione è alta, il rumore delle carte che vengono distribuite suona come un rullo di tamburi nel mio petto.En: The pressure is high, the sound of the cards being dealt resonates like a drumroll in my chest.It: "Giulio, tocca a te," dice Marco con voce calma e ferma.En: "Giulio, it's your turn," Marco says with a calm and steady voice.It: Io guardo le mie carte e sento una fitta al petto.En: I look at my cards and feel a pang in my chest.It: Devo decidere: arrischiarmi e puntare grosso o giocare sul sicuro?En: I have to decide: take a risk and bet big or play it safe?It: La mia salute o il mio debito?En: My health or my debt?It: Nell'ultima mano, il dolore è quasi insopportabile.En: In the last hand, the pain is almost unbearable.It: Devo fermarmi o rischio grosso.En: I have to stop or risk big.It: Ma mi guardo intorno, il tavolo lussuoso, Alessandro con il suo sguardo di sfida, e la voce dentro di me mi dice di andare avanti.En: But I look around, the luxurious table, Alessandro with his challenging look, and the voice inside me tells me to keep going.It: Conto le fiche, respiro profondamente e annuncio: "All in."En: I count the chips, take a deep breath, and announce: "All in."It: Le carte sono girate.En: The cards are revealed.It: Alessandro sembra sicuro, ma io so che ho una grande mano.En: Alessandro seems confident, but I know I have a great hand.It: I miei pensieri corrono, il cuore batte, il mondo rallenta.En: My thoughts race, my heart beats, the world slows down.It: Poi il silenzio viene rotto dai sospiri di stupore.En: Then the silence is broken by sighs of amazement.It: Ho vinto!En: I've won!It: Le fiche sono tutte mie.En: The chips are all mine.It: Alessandro scuote la testa visibilmente sorpreso.En: Alessandro shakes his head visibly surprised.It: Marco mi batte una mano sulla spalla.En: Marco pats me on the shoulder.It: Ma non posso festeggiare ancora.En: But I can't celebrate yet.It: So di aver bisogno di aiuto.En: I know I need help.It: Dopo il gioco, vado a casa e decido.En: After the game, I go home and decide.It: Chiamerò il medico.En: I will call the doctor.It: Basta ignorare la salute per il poker.En: No more ignoring health for poker.It: Voglio vivere a lungo per giocare ancora tante mani e, chissà, magari insegnare questo gioco al mio futuro figlio.En: I want to live a long time to play many more hands, and who knows, maybe teach this game to my future son.It: È tempo di cambiamenti.En: It's time for changes.It: Finalmente, capisco che la mia vita vale più di un tavolo da gioco.En: Finally, I understand that my life is worth more than a gaming table. Vocabulary Words:the murmur: il brusiothe warmth: il calorethe chandelier: il lampadariothe velvet: il vellutothe luxury: il lussothe smell: l'odorethe cigar: il sigarothe stake: la postathe unease: il disagiothe cunning look: lo sguardo astutothe debt: il debitothe pressure: la pressionethe drumroll: il rullo di tamburithe pang: la fittathe risk: il rischiothe silence: il silenziothe amazement: lo stuporethe rival: il rivalethe episode: l'attaccothe sigh: il sospirothe doctor: il dottorethe health: la salutethe future: il futurothe change: il cambiamentothe table: il tavolothe opponent: l'avversariothe attack: l'attaccothe challenge: la sfidathe look: lo sguardothe surprise: la sorpresa

Air Week: January 12-18, 2026 George Goldner, Pt. 1 – Rama Records We begin a multi-part series on record man, George Goldner. He is said to have had the “golden ear” for hit records and songwriter Jerry Leiber even complimented his talent for picking hit songs by saying that Goldner had, “the musical taste of a fourteen-year-old-girl.” Born to Jewish immigrants in 1919, Goldner’s first love was Latino dance music and he began his career by opening night clubs and starting Tico Records, a Latino label in 1948. By 1953, he was interested in Rhythm & Blues and began releasing records under the Rama subsidiary. This week, we’ll take a close look at Goldner’s first R&B label, which helped put Rock n’ Roll on the musical map with the 1953 smash, “Gee,” by New York vocal group, The Crows. “Gee” crossed over to a very respectable #14 on the pop chart and just might be the first Rock n’ Roll hit by a Rock n’ Roll group. From there, Goldner signed The Wrens, The Valentines, The Joytones, The Heartbeats, The Harptones and other NY groups that are now considered vocal group royalty. His house band was led by the tenor great, Jimmy Wright, who put his sax stamp on all these classic records for Goldner’s various labels. Next week in part 2, Matt The Cat will focus on Gee Records as we continue our look into the ground-breaking labels of George Goldner.  LISTEN BELOW

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Art, Youth, and Heartbeats: A Museum Love Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-01-10-08-38-20-ca Story Transcript:Ca: En un matí fred d'hivern, un grup d'estudiants de l'institut va arribar al Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.En: On a cold winter morning, a group of high school students arrived at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.Ca: Marc, un noi tranquil i amant de la història i l'art, caminava amb el cor bategant una mica més ràpid de l'habitual.En: Marc, a quiet boy and lover of history and art, walked with his heart beating slightly faster than usual.Ca: Estava emocionat i, al mateix temps, nerviós.En: He was excited and, at the same time, nervous.Ca: Avui volia impressionar Laia, la seva companya de classe.En: Today he wanted to impress Laia, his classmate.Ca: "Mira, Marc," va dir la Laia, apuntant amb curiositat a una escultura gòtica.En: "Look, Marc," said Laia, pointing curiously at a Gothic sculpture.Ca: Les seves paraules van tallar el silenci del museu com un raig de llum.En: Her words cut through the museum's silence like a beam of light.Ca: Ell somrigué, intentant mantenir la calma.En: He smiled, trying to stay calm.Ca: "És veritat que els artistes d'aquesta època només volien representar temes religiosos?"En: "Is it true that the artists of this era only wanted to portray religious themes?"Ca: Marc va inspirar profundament.En: Marc took a deep breath.Ca: "Sí... bé, en part," va començar, recordant el que havia llegit sobre l'art medieval.En: "Yes... well, partly," he began, remembering what he had read about medieval art.Ca: "Volien mostrar la seva devoció a Déu i també explicar històries als qui no sabien llegir.En: "They wanted to show their devotion to God and also tell stories to those who couldn't read.Ca: Però..." Va posar-se nerviós, conscient que podia perdre la seva atenció.En: But..." He got nervous, aware that he might lose her attention.Ca: La Núria, la professora que acompanyava els estudiants, els va escoltar de prop i va intervenir amb un somriure engrescador.En: Núria, the teacher accompanying the students, listened closely and intervened with an encouraging smile.Ca: "Molt bé, Marc.En: "Very good, Marc.Ca: Però recorda que l'art també reflectia la vida quotidiana i els valors de l'època."En: But remember that art also reflected the everyday life and values of the time."Ca: "És molt interessant," va dir la Laia.En: "That's very interesting," said Laia.Ca: "Què et sembla aquesta pintura, Marc?" Van aturar-se davant d'un gran llenç del Renaixement.En: "What do you think of this painting, Marc?" They stopped in front of a large Renaissance canvas.Ca: La Laia va somriure, i Marc va sentir el calor a les seves galtes.En: Laia smiled, and Marc felt the warmth on his cheeks.Ca: "Saps alguna cosa especial sobre ella?"En: "Do you know anything special about it?"Ca: El cor de Marc va començar a córrer.En: Marc's heart began to race.Ca: "Bé... l'art del Renaixement... eh, volia capturar la realitat amb precisió," va dir, vacil·lant.En: "Well... Renaissance art... uh, it wanted to capture reality with precision," he said, hesitating.Ca: "Està ple de detall i... eh... comitats... no, no, commutatives... oh!"En: "It's full of detail and... uh... commulations... no, no, commutatives... oh!"Ca: Laia va riure amb dolçor.En: Laia laughed sweetly.Ca: "Tranquil, Marc. M'agrada que t'esforcis.En: "Relax, Marc. I like that you try.Ca: Potser podríem preguntar a la Núria?"En: Maybe we could ask Núria?"Ca: Amb un sentiment de alleugeriment, Marc va acceptar l'ajuda.En: With a feeling of relief, Marc accepted the help.Ca: "Sí," va dir, formant un somriure amb confiança renovada.En: "Yes," he said, forming a smile with renewed confidence.Ca: "Núria, ens dones un cop de mà amb això?"En: "Núria, could you give us a hand with this?"Ca: "Per descomptat!" va dir la Núria, apropant-s'hi.En: "Of course!" said Núria, approaching.Ca: Els va parlar sobre l'evolució de les tècniques artístiques, la influència de la ciència i l'humanisme.En: She talked to them about the evolution of artistic techniques, the influence of science, and humanism.Ca: Marc i Laia escoltaven amb atenció, compartint mirades de complicitat.En: Marc and Laia listened attentively, sharing glances of complicity.Ca: Després d'aquell matí al museu, Marc va sentir que alguna cosa havia canviat.En: After that morning at the museum, Marc felt that something had changed.Ca: No només havia après més sobre l'art, sinó que havia après que no calia impressionar ningú.En: Not only had he learned more about art, but he had also learned that he didn't need to impress anyone.Ca: El seu esforç sincer ja era prou especial.En: His sincere effort was already special enough.Ca: La Laia ho apreciava, i això valia més que qualsevol coneixement.En: Laia appreciated it, and that was worth more than any knowledge.Ca: Junts, van prometre seguir aprenent i explorant les belleses de l'art, mà a mà, sota la llum tènue i càlida del museu.En: Together, they promised to keep learning and exploring the beauties of art, hand in hand, under the dim and warm light of the museum. Vocabulary Words:the morning: el matíthe heart: el corto beat: bategarthe breath: l'alèthe devotion: la devocióthe sculpture: l'esculturathe beam: el raigthe era: l'èpocato portray: representarthe teacher: la professorato intervene: intervenirencouraging: engrescadorthe painting: la pinturathe canvas: el llençthe warmth: el calorto hesitate: vacil·larto appreciate: apreciarthe influence: la influènciahumanism: l'humanismethe glance: la miradaattentively: amb atencióthe relief: l'alleugerimentthe effort: l'esforçthe silence: el silencito approach: apropant-s'hithe technique: la tècnicathe values: els valorscomplicity: la complicitatdim: tènueto explore: explorar

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Episode Title: My Heart Beats With the RainDescription:In this episode, we immerse ourselves in the soothing rhythm of rain and how it connects deeply with our emotions. Discover the calming effects of rainfall sounds and how they can help ground your mind and ease stress. We also share tips on using rain as a natural backdrop for relaxation, meditation, or simply to create a peaceful atmosphere in your daily life.Remember to pause and listen to the gentle beat of the rain—these quiet moments can bring clarity and calm to your busy day.Stay tuned for the next episode as we continue exploring simple ways to nurture your inner peace.DISCLAIMER

Nastaran Razawi Khorasani is actrice en theatermaker. Ze speelde onder andere bij het Ro Theater en het Internationaal Theater Amsterdam. In haar werk toont ze hoe mensen, zelfs onder moeilijke omstandigheden, steeds weer manieren vinden om hun bestaan vorm te geven. Ze maakte voorstellingen als ‘This is not a dance' en ‘Songs for no one', waarvoor ze in 2021 de BNG Theaterprijs in ontvangst nam. Nu komt ze met de documentaire performance ‘Heartbeats'. De performance is gebaseerd op gesprekken die Khorasani voerde met een ongeneeslijk zieke leeftijdsgenoot. Hoe kijkt deze vrouw – net als zijzelf, een jonge moeder van twee kinderen – naar leven en dood?  Ellen Deckwitz gaat met Nastaran Razawi Khorasani in gesprek.

This holiday season, we're sharing one of our most inspiring episodes as a gift of hope and resilience. Join us as four remarkable women open their hearts and share their powerful journeys of surviving heart disease. From recognizing the warning signs that saved their lives to navigating recovery and rediscovering joy, these survivors remind us that every heartbeat is precious—and worth fighting for. Their stories of courage, community, and second chances embody the true spirit of the season: hope, renewal, and the strength we find in one another. Whether you're facing your own health challenges, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for inspiration this Christmas, these women's voices will move you, empower you, and remind you that miracles happen every day. For more information go to: American Heart Association Follow them on Instagram @goredforwomen Or follow each of our guests:  Tania Saiz @stroke_maven Molly McGuire @runningroguemama Robin Eaton @robineaton_ Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!

On this episode of The Karen Kenney Show, I talk about the idea that “Everything old is new again” and why that feels especially true for me as we head into 2026.I share where this phrase originally comes from and how it still shows up all around us, from old-fashioned baby names and vinyl records - to the way trends, styles, and even problems seem to circle back to current times but with a fresh twist.I explore how revisiting the past with new eyes, context, and appreciation can be such a powerful source of inspiration, creativity, and healing.I also let you in on something new-old in my own life that I'm wicked excited about… I'm returning to having my own space again in Concord, New Hampshire! YAY!After years of focusing more on Spiritual Mentoring and Integrative Coaching, I'm boomeranging back in an even bigger way to my longtime roots in Yoga and Thai Yoga bodywork / Assisted Stretching.I talk about how good it feels to create a warm, welcoming space again and to reconnect with the practices that have sustained me for decades - only now with deeper awareness, devotion, and purpose. From there, I dive into rituals, lineage, and devotion, (and share a story about my Nana) and how those old ways are a part of what I'm longing for more of now: slowness, intention, safety, and human connection - in a world that's so busy-pants fast, digital, and often disconnected.I name what I'm craving (and what I suspect a lot of us are craving) heading into the new year: small, cozy rooms, micro-communities, calm, authentic leadership, embodiment over performance, and spaces where people know your name. (NORM!

In this episode of Conversing Over Drinks, Cedric sits down with Nathan Williams to share a powerful story of love, resilience, and survival. At just 32 years old, Nathan was diagnosed with end-stage congestive heart failure after experiencing unexpected symptoms during an ordinary day—news that changed his life and his marriage overnight.Nathan opens up about the shock of hearing he would need a heart transplant, the emotional toll of the diagnosis, and the day-to-day challenges of navigating serious illness. He and his wife, Crystal, reflect on how faith, mental strength, and unwavering support helped them endure their darkest moments and grow closer through the process.The conversation also highlights the importance of preparation, including how a Living Benefits life policy provided crucial financial relief and peace of mind during a medical crisis. This episode is a reminder to take your health seriously, prepare for the unexpected, and hold tight to hope—even when the road ahead feels uncertain.

Wat neem jij in een benzinestation? En dan bedoelen we niet Euro95 of Diesel, nee, gris je in Satans kleine huisje ook nog een zak snoep of chips mee? Nynke niet. Haar rocksterrenleven blijkt niet premium uitbundig. Al heeft ze wel met Rik Brandsteder en Roue Verveer in een busje gezeten. Verder deze week; een echoscopie in het klaslokaal, het social media verbod in Australië en Het Ruben van Gucht Gerucht. Geniet! Anne, Hanneke, Alex en Nynke Reclame: Theater Rotterdam Uittip: ga naar de voorstelling Heartbeats! Check voor meer info -> https://www.theaterrotterdam.nl/agenda/heartbeats-ms1fSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zen Fidget Board… Ambience — As of late I've been hoping to create an audio space that has several things going on at once (that behave, hopefully). I see this space as a listener drifting into a Matrix-ish Construct room (load room), yet instead of rushing racks of rifles or Morpheus alongside a small-market TV executive's desk, we drift inside the gelatinous mass of a lesser-defined composition of sounds.I usually have better sleep success with envelopes of sound that have smaller things going on. And as the episode title and cover implies, there are several things in here to follow while the envelope takes over.My favorite episode for this is the basketball episode—I love the engulfing fans with the small bounces and squeaks of play. I should make that episode longer, as I'm waking up in the test-taking episode that stresses me out (I went to Military School). Some folks like dry sounds—I won't knock it.Also give us a follow on your pod-player!

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Heartbeats of Hope: A Winter Miracle in Stockholm Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-12-05-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Snön föll tyst över Stockholm den här vinternatten, och Karolinska Universitetssjukhuset såg nästan magiskt ut med alla juldekorationer.En: The snow fell silently over Stockholm on this winter night, and the Karolinska Universitetssjukhuset looked almost magical with all the Christmas decorations.Sv: Inuti sjukhuset, mitt i all julstämning, härskade en intensiv atmosfär.En: Inside the hospital, amidst all the holiday atmosphere, an intense atmosphere reigned.Sv: Lars stod vid fönstret på sitt kontor och tittade ut över stadens frostiga tak.En: Lars stood by the window in his office, looking out over the city's frosty rooftops.Sv: Han kände en klump i magen av oro och tvivel.En: He felt a lump in his stomach from worry and doubt.Sv: Lars var en begåvad hjärtkirurg men de senaste månaderna hade varit tunga.En: Lars was a gifted heart surgeon, but the past few months had been tough.Sv: En personlig förlust hade skakat hans värld till grunden.En: A personal loss had shaken his world to its core.Sv: Nu tvivlade han ofta på sig själv.En: Now, he often doubted himself.Sv: Men idag var en viktig dag.En: But today was an important day.Sv: Han var tänkt att göra en banbrytande kirurgisk insats på en ung patient, Henrik.En: He was meant to perform a groundbreaking surgical procedure on a young patient, Henrik.Sv: Karin, Lars' kollega och nära vän, knackade lätt på dörren och kom in.En: Karin, Lars' colleague and close friend, knocked lightly on the door and entered.Sv: Hennes leende var varmt och uppmuntrande.En: Her smile was warm and encouraging.Sv: "Lars," sa hon, "du är den bästa vi har.En: "Lars," she said, "you're the best we have.Sv: Jag vet att du kan klara det här."En: I know you can do this."Sv: Hon stöttade alltid Lars, trots hans osäkerhet.En: She always supported Lars, despite his insecurities.Sv: Han drog ett djupt andetag och nickade, fast besluten att inte svika Henrik, hans team eller sig själv.En: He took a deep breath and nodded, determined not to let down Henrik, his team, or himself.Sv: Henrik, en glad men sjuk ung pojke, låg i ett av de dekorerade rummen på avdelningen.En: Henrik, a cheerful but sick young boy, lay in one of the decorated rooms in the ward.Sv: Hans föräldrar hade stora förhoppningar men bar också en tung börda av oro.En: His parents had high hopes but also carried a heavy burden of worry.Sv: Henrik var deras ljus och de önskade inget hellre än att få se honom frisk igen.En: Henrik was their light, and they wished for nothing more than to see him healthy again.Sv: När Lars senare den dagen gick in i operationssalen, var hjärtat hans fullt av både nervositet och beslutsamhet.En: When Lars later entered the operating room that day, his heart was full of both nervousness and determination.Sv: Det började bra, allt gick enligt planen, men en oväntad komplikation dök snart upp.En: It started well; everything went according to plan, but an unexpected complication soon arose.Sv: Blodtrycket sjönk plötsligt och krisen var ett faktum.En: The blood pressure suddenly dropped, and a crisis became a fact.Sv: Hjärtmonitorerna pep intensivt, och hela teamet arbetade frenetiskt för att stabilisera Henrik.En: The heart monitors beeped intensely, and the entire team worked frantically to stabilize Henrik.Sv: En stund som kändes som en evighet passerade.En: A moment that felt like an eternity passed.Sv: Lars' händer jobbade metodiskt och tack vare hans skicklighet och teamets stöd, fick de kontroll över situationen.En: Lars' hands worked methodically, and thanks to his skill and the support of the team, they got control of the situation.Sv: Svetten pärlade i hans panna när spänningen sakta sjönk.En: Sweat beaded on his forehead as the tension slowly eased.Sv: Operationen fortsatte som planerat och efter flera timmar var den över.En: The operation continued as planned, and after several hours, it was over.Sv: Henrik var stabil och läkarna såg positiva resultat.En: Henrik was stable, and the doctors saw positive results.Sv: När Lars senare steg ut ur operationssalen, mötte han Karins blick.En: When Lars later stepped out of the operating room, he met Karin's gaze.Sv: Hon log med stolthet.En: She smiled with pride.Sv: "Du gjorde det, Lars," sa hon enkelt.En: "You did it, Lars," she said simply.Sv: Lars nickade, ett leende spelade på hans läppar.En: Lars nodded, a smile playing on his lips.Sv: Han kände hur en våg av lättnad och nyvunnen självförtroende sköljde över honom.En: He felt a wave of relief and newfound confidence wash over him.Sv: Henriks föräldrar kramade om varandra glädjestrålande när de fick höra de goda nyheterna.En: Henrik's parents hugged each other joyfully when they received the good news.Sv: Det snöade fortfarande ute men inne i sjukhuset kändes det betydligt varmare.En: It was still snowing outside, but inside the hospital it felt significantly warmer.Sv: Julen, trots sitt fokus på lycka och glädje, påminde Lars om att det finns hopp och förnyelse även i de mörkaste tider.En: Christmas, despite its focus on happiness and joy, reminded Lars that there is hope and renewal even in the darkest times.Sv: Han insåg att han kunde göra skillnad.En: He realized that he could make a difference.Sv: Och det skulle han fortsätta med.En: And that was something he would continue to do. Vocabulary Words:silently: tystmagical: magisktintense: intensivfrosty: frostigalump: klumpworry: orogifted: begåvadsurgery: kirurgigroundbreaking: banbrytandeprocedure: insatsencouraging: uppmuntrandeinsecurities: osäkerhetdetermined: fast beslutenburden: bördanervousness: nervositetcomplication: komplikationcrisis: krismonitors: monitorerfrantically: frenetisktmethodically: metodisktskill: skicklighetstabilize: stabiliseraeternity: evighetforehead: pannatension: spänningrelief: lättnadconfidence: självförtroendejoyfully: glädjestrålanderenewal: förnyelserealized: insåg

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Heartbeats & Hope: A Winter's Tale on a Firenze Rooftop Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-12-04-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Il cielo sopra Firenze era grigio, tipico di un inverno freddo.En: The sky above Firenze was gray, typical of a cold winter.It: Sul tetto dell'ospedale, Lorenzo camminava avanti e indietro.En: On the hospital roof, Lorenzo paced back and forth.It: Le luci di Natale brillavano sotto, ma non potevano alleviare la tensione nel suo cuore.En: The Christmas lights shone below, but they couldn't ease the tension in his heart.It: Aveva le mani fredde e tremolanti, con gli occhi fissi verso la città.En: His hands were cold and trembling, with his eyes fixed on the city.It: Sua madre era in sala operatoria e lui non riusciva a smettere di preoccuparsi.En: His mother was in the operating room, and he couldn't stop worrying.It: Giovanna, l'infermiera, lo osservava da poco lontano.En: Giovanna, the nurse, was watching him from not far away.It: Era abituata a vedere la gente in attesa di notizie.En: She was used to seeing people waiting for news.It: Con empatia, si avvicinò a Lorenzo.En: With empathy, she approached Lorenzo.It: "Va tutto bene?"En: "Is everything alright?"It: chiese con un tono calmo.En: she asked in a calm tone.It: Lorenzo annuì, ma il suo volto raccontava un'altra storia.En: Lorenzo nodded, but his face told a different story.It: "Sono solo... preoccupato," ammise finalmente.En: "I'm just... worried," he finally admitted.It: "È normale," disse Giovanna con un sorriso rassicurante.En: "It's normal," Giovanna said with a reassuring smile.It: "Ma la squadra qui è espertissima.En: "But the team here is very experienced.It: Fanno tutto il possibile."En: They do everything possible."It: Le sue parole erano un balsamo per l'angoscia di Lorenzo, anche se dentro di sé sapeva che l'incertezza non era ancora svanita.En: Her words were a balm for Lorenzo's anguish, even though he knew inside that the uncertainty had not yet vanished.It: Poco dopo, Marcello, un amico di famiglia, si unì al gruppo.En: Shortly after, Marcello, a family friend, joined the group.It: Aveva un aspetto robusto e poche parole.En: He looked robust and spoke few words.It: Tuttavia, Lorenzo poteva percepire la tensione nel suo sguardo.En: However, Lorenzo could sense the tension in his gaze.It: "Come va?"En: "How's it going?"It: chiese Marcello, cercando di apparire indifferente.En: Marcello asked, trying to appear indifferent.It: "Solo in attesa," rispose Lorenzo.En: "Just waiting," replied Lorenzo.It: La tensione era palpabile, come un respiro trattenuto troppo a lungo.En: The tension was palpable, like a breath held for too long.It: Il trio rimase in silenzio per un po', guardando le luci di Natale che adornavano la città sottostante.En: The trio remained silent for a while, watching the Christmas lights adorning the city below.It: Firenze sembrava un quadro, con il Duomo che dominava il panorama.En: Firenze looked like a painting, with the Duomo dominating the scene.It: Era come se il mondo sotto continuasse con le sue allegrie, mentre loro rimanevano bloccati in un mondo sospeso.En: It was as if the world below continued with its merriment while they remained stuck in a suspended world.It: Finalmente, il dottore arrivò sul tetto.En: Finally, the doctor arrived on the roof.It: Con un gesto deciso della mano, segnalò di avvicinarsi.En: With a decisive hand gesture, he signaled them to come closer.It: Il cuore di Lorenzo batteva forte.En: Lorenzo's heart was pounding.It: Marcello rimase quasi immobile, mentre Giovanna si avvicinò per sostenere Lorenzo se necessario.En: Marcello remained almost motionless, while Giovanna moved closer to support Lorenzo if necessary.It: "La chirurgia è andata bene.En: "The surgery went well.It: Vostra madre è stabile," disse il dottore con un sorriso.En: Your mother is stable," the doctor said with a smile.It: Le parole risuonavano come musica per le loro orecchie.En: The words sounded like music to their ears.It: Lorenzo inginocchiò per il sollievo, sentendo le lacrime scendere lentamente.En: Lorenzo knelt in relief, feeling tears slowly fall.It: Marcello finalmente si permise un sospiro profondo, incrociando le braccia al petto.En: Marcello finally allowed himself a deep sigh, crossing his arms over his chest.It: "Lo sapevo," borbottò, ma i suoi occhi brillavano di emozione.En: "I knew it," he mumbled, but his eyes shone with emotion.It: "A volte, bisogna credere," disse Giovanna, osservando Lorenzo.En: "Sometimes, you have to believe," said Giovanna, looking at Lorenzo.It: Lui annuì, trovando forza nelle sue parole.En: He nodded, finding strength in her words.It: Si sentiva finalmente sollevato.En: He finally felt relieved.It: Il gruppo rimase lì ancora un po', godendo della serenità ritrovata.En: The group stayed there a little longer, enjoying the newfound serenity.It: Il freddo invernale ora sembrava meno pungente.En: The winter cold now seemed less biting.It: Una leggera neve iniziava a cadere, coprendo Firenze in un manto bianco.En: A light snow began to fall, covering Firenze in a white mantle.It: Lorenzo capì che, nonostante le paure, la vita spesso offre speranza e nuove prospettive.En: Lorenzo understood that despite fears, life often offers hope and new perspectives.It: In quel momento, Lorenzo non solo trovò conforto, ma anche la forza per affrontare il futuro con coraggio.En: In that moment, Lorenzo not only found comfort but also the strength to face the future with courage. Vocabulary Words:the sky: il cielothe roof: il tettothe tension: la tensionethe hospital: l'ospedalethe gaze: lo sguardothe anguish: l'angosciathe uncertainty: l'incertezzathe lights: le lucithe team: la squadrathe surgery: la chirurgiathe doctor: il dottorethe relief: il sollievothe fear: la paurathe courage: il coraggiothe future: il futurogray: grigioto pace: camminare avanti e indietroto relieve: alleviareto tremble: tremolareto join: unirsithe patio: il porticothe breath: il respiroto signal: segnalarestable: stabileto kneel: inginocchiarsithe emotion: l'emozioneto shine: brillareto perceive: percepirecalm: calmothe hope: la speranza

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Heartbeats and Harmonies: A Christmas Miracle at the Basilica Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-12-01-23-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A St. Stephen's Bazilika gyertyafényben ragyogott, ahogy a karácsonyi kórus ünnepi dallamai betöltötték a teret.En: The St. Stephen's Basilica glowed in candlelight as the festive melodies of the Christmas choir filled the space.Hu: A látogatók csendben hallgatták, ahogy az énekek visszhangoztak a mennyezet alatt.En: Visitors listened quietly as the songs echoed under the ceiling.Hu: Köztük volt Ákos is, aki rajongott a zenéért, de a szívbetegsége miatt ritkán mozdult ki otthonról.En: Among them was Ákos, who was passionate about music but rarely left home due to his heart condition.Hu: Ma este azonban nem szerette volna kihagyni a gyönyörű koncertet.En: However, he did not want to miss the beautiful concert tonight.Hu: Zsófia, a fiatal orvostanhallgató, szintén jelen volt.En: Zsófia, a young medical student, was also present.Hu: A hátul állt, és áhítattal figyelte a kórust.En: She stood at the back, watching the choir with reverence.Hu: A zenének különleges hatalma volt, és úgy érezte, ilyenkor minden gond elszáll.En: The music had a special power, and at times like this, she felt all worries disappeared.Hu: Ákos próbált észrevétlen maradni, de egyre nehezebben vette a levegőt.En: Ákos tried to remain unnoticed, but he was finding it increasingly difficult to breathe.Hu: A szíve gyorsan vert, és homlokán izzadságcseppek jelentek meg.En: His heart was racing, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.Hu: Hirtelen érezte, ahogy a lába elgyengül, és még mielőtt megkapaszkodhatott volna, összeesett.En: Suddenly, he felt his legs weaken, and before he could steady himself, he collapsed.Hu: A pánik gyorsan átterjedt a hallgatóságon, de Zsófia határozottan tört utat magának Ákos felé.En: Panic quickly spread through the audience, but Zsófia resolutely made her way towards Ákos.Hu: "Engedjenek oda!" – kiáltotta, és hamarosan mellette térdelt.En: "Let me through!" she shouted, soon kneeling beside him.Hu: Tudta, cselekednie kell.En: She knew she needed to act.Hu: Zsófia gyorsan felmérte Ákos állapotát, majd megkezdte az újraélesztést.En: Zsófia quickly assessed Ákos's condition and then began resuscitation.Hu: Keze biztosan működött, ahogy mindent megtett Ákos stabilizálása érdekében.En: Her hands worked confidently as she did everything she could to stabilize Ákos.Hu: Kórus tagjai segítettek, amíg megérkezett a mentő.En: Choir members helped until the ambulance arrived.Hu: A templomban szinte kézzel fogható feszültség idővel enyhült, ahogy látták, hogy Ákos állapota javul.En: The almost palpable tension in the church gradually eased as they saw Ákos's condition improve.Hu: Ákos kórházba került, és a megfelelő ellátásban részesült.En: Ákos was taken to the hospital and received proper care.Hu: Bár fizikailag kimerült volt, hálával és örömmel telve gondolt Zsófiára.En: Although physically exhausted, he thought of Zsófia with gratitude and joy.Hu: A kunyerckor kiderült, hogy nemcsak egy életmentő pillanatot élt meg, hanem új barátság is szövődött közte és Zsófia között, aki ezzel a megmozdulással magabiztosabbá vált saját képességeiben.En: It turned out that he not only experienced a life-saving moment but also formed a new friendship with Zsófia, who grew more confident in her abilities through this event.Hu: A karácsonyi koncert ugyan megzavartatott, de minden jelenlévő számára emlékezetessé vált.En: The Christmas concert was indeed disrupted, but it became memorable for everyone present.Hu: Az együttérzés és a segítségnyújtás szelleme valóságos csodát hozott el az adventi éjszakán.En: The spirit of compassion and assistance brought a true miracle to the advent night.Hu: Ákos számára pedig nem csak a karácsonyi dalok jelentősége nőtt, hanem az emberekbe vetett bizalom is új értelmet nyert.En: For Ákos, not only did the significance of Christmas songs grow, but also his trust in people took on new meaning. Vocabulary Words:basilica: bazilikaglowed: ragyogottcandlelight: gyertyafénychoir: kórusfestive: ünnepipassionate: rajongottheart condition: szívbetegségsteadied: megkapaszkodottcollapsed: összeesettpanic: pánikresolutely: határozottanreverence: áhítatresuscitation: újraélesztésassessed: felmértepalpable: kézzel foghatótension: feszültségambulance: mentőstabilize: stabilizálásaexhausted: kimerültgratitude: hálajoy: örömcompassion: együttérzésassistance: segítségnyújtásmiracle: csodasignificance: jelentőségbreathtaking: lélegzetelállítóaudience: hallgatóságdisappeared: elszállweaken: elgyengülfriendship: barátság

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Hidden Heartbeats: Autumn's Secret Unveiled in Oslo Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-16-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: I den klare høstluften i Oslo, skjulte Frogner Park en hemmelighet blant sine gyldne løv.En: In the clear autumn air of Oslo, Frogner Park hid a secret among its golden leaves.No: Astrid, en kvinne i slutten av 50-årene, gikk langs stiene med Lars og Signe.En: Astrid, a woman in her late 50s, walked along the paths with Lars and Signe.No: "Se på de vakre trærne," sa Astrid med et smil, men svakheten i stemmen kunne ikke skjules for lenge.En: "Look at the beautiful trees," said Astrid with a smile, but the weakness in her voice couldn't be concealed for long.No: Lars, Astrids yngre bror, kastet et bekymret blikk mot henne.En: Lars, Astrid's younger brother, cast a worried glance at her.No: Han hadde lagt merke til at hun ofte stoppet for å trekke pusten dypt.En: He had noticed that she often stopped to take a deep breath.No: Signe, en livlig venninne som besøkte fra en annen by, snakket ivrig om kunsten i parken.En: Signe, a lively friend visiting from another city, eagerly talked about the art in the park.No: "Den skulpturen der borte, den er fantastisk!En: "That sculpture over there, it's amazing!"No: " utbrøt Signe, men Astrids oppmerksomhet gled vekk.En: exclaimed Signe, but Astrid's attention drifted away.No: Stadig følte Astrid et trykk i brystet, som en fjerne tromming.En: Often, Astrid felt a pressure in her chest, like a distant drumming.No: "Det er bare høstluften som gjør meg svimmel," sa hun til seg selv.En: "It's just the autumn air making me dizzy," she told herself.No: Hun ønsket å nyte dagen, ikke bekymre Lars eller Signe.En: She wanted to enjoy the day, not worry Lars or Signe.No: Men smerten ble sterkere.En: But the pain grew stronger.No: "Du virker litt blek, Astrid," sa Lars forsiktig.En: "You seem a bit pale, Astrid," said Lars gently.No: "Kanskje vi burde ta en pause.En: "Maybe we should take a break."No: "Astrid satte seg på en benk, mens bladenes rasling fylte luften omkring dem.En: Astrid sat on a bench, while the rustling of the leaves filled the air around them.No: Hennes hjerte banket vilt, men hun lo det bort.En: Her heart pounded wildly, but she laughed it off.No: "Jeg har det bra," sa hun, selv om ordene føltes tykke på tungen.En: "I'm fine," she said, even though the words felt thick on her tongue.No: Men da hun forsøkte å reise seg, sviktet kroppen, og hun sank tilbake.En: But when she tried to get up, her body failed her, and she sank back down.No: Panikken steg hos Lars.En: Panic rose in Lars.No: "Vi trenger hjelp!En: "We need help!"No: " ropte han til forbipasserende.En: he shouted to passersby.No: Signe grep telefonen og ringte etter ambulanse mens hun holdt Astrids hånd.En: Signe grabbed her phone and called for an ambulance while she held Astrid's hand.No: Varmen fra vennens fingerspisser ga trøst.En: The warmth from her friend's fingertips provided comfort.No: Da hjelpen ankom, ble Astrid fraktet til sykehuset.En: When help arrived, Astrid was taken to the hospital.No: På vei inn for behandling klemte hun Lars' hånd.En: On the way in for treatment, she squeezed Lars' hand.No: "Jeg skulle ha sagt noe tidligere," hvisket hun motvillig.En: "I should have said something earlier," she whispered reluctantly.No: Lars nikket, med øyne fylt av tårer, men også lettelse.En: Lars nodded, his eyes filled with tears, but also relief.No: Senere, på rommet i sykehuset, satt Signe og Lars ved Astrids side.En: Later, in the hospital room, Signe and Lars sat by Astrid's side.No: Hun følte seg lettet, både fysisk og mentalt.En: She felt relieved, both physically and mentally.No: "Jeg lover å ikke skjule noe igjen," sa hun forsiktig.En: "I promise not to hide anything again," she said carefully.No: "Jeg trenger dere.En: "I need you."No: "Høstens lys strømmet inn gjennom vinduet.En: Autumn's light streamed in through the window.No: Frogner Park var fortsatt der ute, full av liv og håp.En: Frogner Park was still out there, full of life and hope.No: Astrid visste nå at hun ikke lenger måtte bære byrden alene.En: Astrid now knew that she no longer had to carry the burden alone.No: Sammen med de hun elsket, kunne hun møte hva enn livet presenterte, ærlig og uten frykt.En: Together with those she loved, she could face whatever life presented, honestly and without fear. Vocabulary Words:clear: klaresecret: hemmelighetgolden: gyldneconcealed: skjulesworried: bekymreteagerly: ivrigsculpture: skulpturenattention: oppmerksomhetpressure: trykkdizzy: svimmelpale: blekrustling: raslingpounded: banketthick: tykkesank: sankpanic: panikkenpassersby: forbipasserendeambulance: ambulansefingertips: fingerspisserprovided: gatreatment: behandlingreluctantly: motvilligrelief: lettelsehonestly: ærligburden: byrdenlively: livligwhispered: hvisketglanced: blikkhide: skjulehope: håp

The word “foundry” might make you think of large machines pouring metal into molds, but Argonne National Labs has a Quantum Foundry that implants individual atoms, like silicon, into materials such as diamond. The resulting spin qubits are optically active and can use photons to communicate. We can expect spin qubits to help interconnect systems, which could help us achieve distributed quantum computing, but they also could be used for everything from room-temperature biological sensors to durable, space-based dark matter detectors. Join host Konstantinos Karagiannis for a cosmic chat with Benjamin Pingault from Argonne National Laboratory.    For more information on Argonne National Laboratory and the Argonne Quantum Foundry, visit https://www.anl.gov/.   Visit Protiviti at www.protiviti.com/US-en/technology-consulting/quantum-computing-services  to learn more about how Protiviti is helping organizations get post-quantum ready.  Follow host Konstantinos Karagiannis on all socials: @KonstantHacker and follow Protiviti Technology on LinkedIn and X: @ProtivitiTech.             Questions and comments are welcome!  Theme song by David Schwartz, copyright 2021.  The views expressed by the participants of this program are their own and do not represent the views of, nor are they endorsed by, Protiviti Inc., The Post-Quantum World, or their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, representatives, shareholders, or subsidiaries.  None of the content should be considered investment advice, as an offer or solicitation of an offer to buy or sell, or as an endorsement of any company, security, fund, or other securities or non-securities offering. Thanks for listening to this podcast. Protiviti Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including minorities, females, people with disabilities, and veterans.  

Welcome to “When Words Fail, Music Speaks” – the podcast that harnesses the healing power of song to combat depression, anxiety, and everyday heartbreak.In today's episode we sit down with the multitalented Mark Firehammer—author of the genre‑blending novel The Echo and The Voice, creator of the wellness system Feelness, and a seasoned songwriter whose career spans from Florida coffee‑houses in the ‘90s to AI‑driven studios today.Mark shares the wild road‑trip story of his early touring days, the unexpected love affair he's had with the legendary Cronut, and the pivotal moment when he realized his next album would have to be built without a band. We dive deep into his groundbreaking Artist‑Imagined series, a quartet of AI‑crafted albums—Heartlands (country), Heartthrob (dance), Heartstrings (alternative) and Heartbeats (rock)—and explore how he trains machines to sing in the voices of imagined artists while preserving his own lived experiences.Along the way, we touch on:The rise and challenges of independent musicians in the streaming eraThe moral and creative debates surrounding AI‑generated music and Spotify's new disclosure rulesHow Mark's nonprofit aims to turn music, theater, film, and visual art into a collaborative network centered on human connectionFavorite childhood influences—from Cat Stevens and James Taylor to the awe‑inspiring voice of Freddie Mercury—and the songs that still move him to tearsWhether you're a songwriter stuck in a creative rut, a fan of cutting‑edge tech, or simply someone looking for a musical pick‑me‑up, this conversation offers a blend of nostalgia, practical insight, and forward‑looking optimism. Grab your headphones, cue up a fresh track, and let Mark's story remind you that when words fall short, music always finds a way to speak.

Ever open your laptop to work on that big project and suddenly find yourself deep in a TikTok scroll? Or decide that right now is the perfect time to snack instead of finishing that report? Yep, we've all been there, right? That's because procrastination isn't laziness, it's humanness.  In this deeply personal episode, I'm sharing the story behind my first tattoo: my late mother's heartbeat and my late sister's initial, permanently inked on my wrist in honour of them both taken too soon and as a reminder that we only get a limited number of heartbeats on this earth. But this isn't just a tearjerker (though you might want tissues). It's a wake-up call wrapped in a pep talk you can return to again and again. Because every heartbeat is a countdown. And most of us don't realize it… until we're suddenly out of time. So why do we waste so many of heartbeats waiting to "feel ready"? We delay the workout. We postpone the dream. We distract ourselves from the discomfort of growth. We let the toddler brain in our head call the shots. But here's the truth no one teaches us: You don't need motivation to start. You just need movement. Inside this episode, I'm giving you 20 powerfully simple mantras that snap you out of procrastination and into action — even on the days you're tired, overwhelmed, or completely stuck in your own way. You'll learn: • Why resistance is actually a sign you're on the right path • How to show up even when you don't "feel like it" • The mindset shift that will change how you respond to discomfort • How to make future-you proud instead of panicked • How to use your heartbeats on what truly matters This isn't about hustle culture or perfection. This is about honouring your life. Honouring the people you love. Honouring the moments you still have left. Because the clock is ticking… and today is too precious to postpone. If you're stuck, listen. If you're scared, listen. If you're done wasting your heartbeats… press play now. Save this episode. Seriously. You'll want to come back to it every time procrastination creeps in. Jot down your favorite mantras, write them on sticky notes, put them where you'll see them when your brain starts negotiating with you about doing the hard thing. Because future you deserves a high five, not a headache. Resources I mentioned: Book a free clarity call with me: https://www.kategladdin.com/coaching Connect with me on Instagram: @kategladdin Remember: Done is better than perfect. Progress over perfection. Always.

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 In this episode of Hammer Lane Legends, Brian and Mike sit down with Jim to unpack his decades on the road, from the grueling UPS training grounds to the chaos of city deliveries. Jim opens up about the heart attack that changed everything—how he missed the warning signs, what pulled him through, and the lessons it left behind. Along the way, the guys trade laughs and war stories about life behind the wheel, truck-driving competitions, and the unspoken brotherhood that keeps drivers going long after the road ends. Donate to help our Coworker's son during his battle with Cancer! Click HERE to donate! Support The Show KEEP US FUELED: buymeacoffee.com/hammerlane Gear: https://www.hammerlanelegends.com/gear Share Your Stories EMAIL US YOUR STORIES: hammerlanelegends@gmail.com Website: www.hammerlanelegends.com Follow The Show YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC5TWlB5Yqx8JlQr3p3bkkMg Facebook: www.facebook.com/hammerlanelegends Facebook Fan Group: www.facebook.com/groups/hll Instagram Desktop: www.instagram.com/hammerlanelegends Instagram Mobile: @hammerlanelegends Twitter Desktop: www.twitter.com/HLLPodcast Twitter Mobile: @HLLpodcast Follow The Team Brian Merkel Facebook: www.facebook.com/brian.merkel.94 Instagram Desktop: www.instagram.com/brianmerkeloffical/ Instagram Mobile: @brianmerkelofficial Produced by: Jason York Follow Jason on Instagram @jyorkofficial