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Patrick explores faith colliding with pandemic upheaval: grappling with church closures, uneasy trust in authority, fiercely personal choices, and the aftershocks that still tug at souls. Heartfelt stories and sharp opinions ricochet, touching everything from papal flags to the sting of lost jobs and fractured communities. In a swirl of questions and memories, Patrick searches for meaning and steady ground. George (email) - Can anyone fly the Vatican City flag? (00:47) David - How did you think the Catholic Church handled COVID? (03:35) This is extremely dangerous to our democracy/Brought to you by Pfizer Gil - In LA, there is flagpole height regulation, with US top, then CA flag, then any flag underneath. (17:46) Maria - I'm confused how to not be selfish when needing to protect my own soul but also thinking of other people? (20:49) Freddie - When I was in high school, freshman year, I got typhoid. Lived through it only because my mom promised to visit Our Lady of Guadalupe to visit if I was healed. (26:10) Eden (email) - As I listen to the sound bites and montages and discussions you have looking negatively at all the precautions and burdens, we undertook during COVID and that they were lies, all I can think is this - I wouldn’t have done anything differently. (30:58) Audio: Fauci Montage – 6 feet thing came out of nowhere - https://x.com/jjverdi/status/2083379768016109615/video/1?s=46 (34:35) John - What is your personal take as a country that obsesses over preserving our own lives and gratification and also a country glorifying death media? (40:39) Paula - During covid, my brother left Church because they were shut down but still asking for money. I kept my faith and fought against taking the injection. (46:54)
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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: A Friendship Brew: The Heartfelt Gift of Coffee Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-07-30-07-38-19-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon scheen helder op de klinkers van de straat terwijl Bram voorzichtig de deur naar de koffiebranderij opende.En: The sun shone brightly on the cobblestones of the street as Bram carefully opened the door to the koffiebranderij (coffee roastery).Nl: Een golf van rijke, aardse aroma's begroette hem.En: A wave of rich, earthy aromas greeted him.Nl: De ruimte was klein maar gezellig, gevuld met de geur van vers geroosterde koffiebonen die als een warme omhelzing aanvoelde.En: The space was small but cozy, filled with the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans that felt like a warm embrace.Nl: Aan de ene kant stonden rijen elegante koffiemachines en accessoires, terwijl aan de andere kant grote juten zakken koffiebonen lagen.En: On one side were rows of elegant coffee machines and accessories, while on the other lay large burlap sacks of coffee beans.Nl: Bram stond voor de uitdaging om een uniek cadeau te vinden voor Sanne, zijn praktische en ondanks alles zeer dierbare vriendin.En: Bram faced the challenge of finding a unique gift for Sanne, his practical and nevertheless very dear friend.Nl: Vandaag was geen speciale feestdag, maar toch wilde Bram iets bijzonders doen om hun vriendschap te vieren.En: Today was not a special holiday, but still, Bram wanted to do something special to celebrate their friendship.Nl: Pieter, de barista, schonk Bram een warme glimlach terwijl hij de koffiebonen bestudeerde.En: Pieter, the barista, offered Bram a warm smile as he studied the coffee beans.Nl: "Kan ik je ergens mee helpen, Bram?"En: "Can I help you with something, Bram?"Nl: vroeg Pieter, die altijd genoot van een goed gesprek over koffie.En: asked Pieter, who always enjoyed a good conversation about coffee.Nl: "Ik zoek iets speciaals voor Sanne," antwoordde Bram aarzelend.En: "I'm looking for something special for Sanne," replied Bram hesitantly.Nl: "Maar ik ben bang dat ik niet de juiste keuze kan maken."En: "But I'm afraid I can't make the right choice."Nl: Pieter knikte begrijpend.En: Pieter nodded understandingly.Nl: "Je wilt iets dat haar echt laat zien hoe veel haar vriendschap voor je betekent.En: "You want something that really shows how much her friendship means to you.Nl: Heb je weleens gedacht aan een zeldzame koffieblend gecombineerd met iets handgemaakt?"En: Have you ever thought about a rare coffee blend combined with something handmade?"Nl: Bram dacht even na, zijn ogen afdwalen naar de handgemaakte mokken die prachtig op een plank boven een rek met koffiezakken stonden.En: Bram thought for a moment, his eyes wandering to the handmade mugs that were beautifully displayed on a shelf above a rack of coffee bags.Nl: "Misschien heb je gelijk," zei hij langzaam, nog steeds twijfelend.En: "Maybe you're right," he said slowly, still doubtful.Nl: Pieter kwam dichterbij en wees op een blend die speciaal uit Ethiopië kwam.En: Pieter came closer and pointed to a blend that was specially from Ethiopië (Ethiopia).Nl: "Deze is zeer uniek, met notige aroma's en een vleugje fruit.En: "This one is very unique, with nutty aromas and a hint of fruit.Nl: En deze mokken worden lokaal gemaakt en zijn allemaal verschillend."En: And these mugs are locally made and all different."Nl: Ondanks zijn twijfels besloot Bram Pieter te vertrouwen.En: Despite his doubts, Bram decided to trust Pieter.Nl: Hij koos de Ethiopische blend en een robuuste, aardewerken mok die opviel door zijn onregelmatige, maar charmante patroon.En: He chose the Ethiopian blend and a robust, earthenware mug that stood out with its irregular but charming pattern.Nl: De zon was inmiddels laag aan de hemel toen Bram het kadopapier om de mok en koffie wikkelde.En: The sun was now low in the sky as Bram wrapped the mug and coffee in gift paper.Nl: Met een knoop in zijn maag bood hij Sanne het cadeau aan.En: With a knot in his stomach, he offered Sanne the gift.Nl: "Ik hoop dat je het leuk vindt," zei hij, zijn onzekerheid camouflerend met een zwakke glimlach.En: "I hope you like it," he said, camouflaging his uncertainty with a weak smile.Nl: Sanne opende het pakket met nieuwsgierigheid.En: Sanne opened the package with curiosity.Nl: Haar ogen lichtten op bij het zien van de mok en ze inhaleerde diep de geur van de koffiebonen.En: Her eyes lit up at the sight of the mug, and she inhaled deeply the scent of the coffee beans.Nl: "Bram, dit is fantastisch!"En: "Bram, this is fantastic!"Nl: zei ze stralend.En: she said, beaming.Nl: "Je hebt echt iets voor moois gekozen."En: "You really chose something beautiful."Nl: Met een zucht van opluchting en een warm gevoel van voldoening, voelde Bram zijn twijfels wegsijpelen.En: With a sigh of relief and a warm feeling of satisfaction, Bram felt his doubts seep away.Nl: Hij realizeerde zich dat beslissingen maken soms niet zo overweldigend hoeft te zijn, zolang ze komen uit het hart en met oprechte bedoelingen.En: He realized that making decisions doesn't have to be so overwhelming, as long as they come from the heart and with sincere intentions.Nl: Samen zaten Bram en Sanne aan tafel, genietend van de verse koffie, hun band sterker dan ooit tevoren.En: Together, Bram and Sanne sat at the table, enjoying the fresh coffee, their bond stronger than ever before. 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Nashville may be home to country music's 'achy breaky heart' but New Zealand's country music capital is home to Meila Scully. The young singer's song writing about people who've experienced loss is earning awards. More recently the 13 year old won the junior category at the Southern Country music awards. Meila Scully spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.
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"Mom never allowed me to shy away from the challenges," says Chantal who refers to herself as a neurodiversity advocate. At a young age, Chantal's mom picked up that that her daughter's learning abilities seemed off. It was clear that Chantal's behavior at home didn't reflect correctly with her report cards. Chantal struggled in school, in part due to her learning difficulties plus the social pressures from her piers and bullying. But again, it was Yvonne who continually encouraged her daughter to "not worry about it. You'll always run your own business." Chantal wishes she had seen her mom's sensibility earlier on instead of putting more pressure on herself to tackle fields of study that were too rigorous, ie, sciences and graphic design. According to my guest, "my mother taught me how to manage and look out for my burnout." One of the most important messages that Chantal wants to get across is " no one should ever be ashamed of the tools or the accommodations they need because of neurodiversity disabilities." Now, starting her own business has lessened the pressure on Chantal. SOCOLO came about because of the difficulties she had when reading and focusing on words specifically on white paper or causing 'visual stress.' "50% of the people with Autism and 50% of the people with Dyslexia also have visual stress or Irlin Syndrome. So white paper doesn't quite work with our group. The whole idea behind SOCOLO was to deal with the emotional side of Dyslexia." Chantal has a wonderful story to tell of the strength of her mother and how important it was that her mother never faulted her daughter for her challenges, yet lifter her up and encouraged her every step of the way. Website: socolo.co.uk Instagram: @so.co.lo https://www.instagram.com/so.co.lo/ TikTok: @so.co.lo https://www.tiktok.com/@so.co.lo?lang=en YouTube: @socolo https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3jAWqq-_G7x4zrA-KGuKxA https://www.irlensyndrome.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIq9ai1Y_u_AIVDbrICh0qYwJpEAAYASAAEgITgfD_BwE "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SHLTMM PODCAST:Link to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/ and https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantillo Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother
Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Heartfelt Bonds at Skansen: A Family's Promise for the Future Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-07-28-07-38-19-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Solen sken över Skansen den varma sommardagen.En: The sun shone over Skansen on the warm summer day.Sv: Besökarna strosade runt, njöt av blommorna och de historiska byggnaderna.En: Visitors strolled around, enjoying the flowers and the historical buildings.Sv: Mitt i detta myller stod Lena, Sven och Elin.En: In the midst of this crowd stood Lena, Sven, and Elin.Sv: Det var en speciell dag för dem.En: It was a special day for them.Sv: De hade samlats för att minnas deras kära mormor, som nyligen gått bort.En: They had gathered to remember their dear grandmother, who had recently passed away.Sv: Lena, med sitt långa bruna hår uppsatt i en slarvig knut, kände sig trött.En: Lena, with her long brown hair tied up in a messy bun, felt tired.Sv: Livet hade varit hektiskt efter mormors bortgång.En: Life had been hectic after grandmother's passing.Sv: Hon lämnade ansvaret för att leda familjen vidare men kände jakten på frihet i sitt hjärta.En: She was left with the responsibility of leading the family forward but felt the longing for freedom in her heart.Sv: Samtidigt stod Sven med en karta i handen.En: Meanwhile, Sven stood with a map in hand.Sv: Han försökte leda familjen genom Skansen, beslutsam att hålla dem tillsammans.En: He tried to guide the family through Skansen, determined to keep them together.Sv: Vid elva snåret märkte Lena att Elin vandrade lite på avstånd.En: Around eleven o'clock, Lena noticed Elin wandering a little in the distance.Sv: Den tonåriga dottern hade varit distansierad och tysta den senaste tiden, hennes känslor såg ut som en mysterium som Lena inte kunde lösa.En: The teenage daughter had been distant and quiet lately, her emotions seemed like a mystery Lena could not solve.Sv: De gick alla tre mot akvariet, som var en favoritplats för mormor under deras många besök här.En: All three walked toward the aquarium, which had been a favorite spot for grandmother during their many visits here.Sv: Inne i akvariet speglades det blå vattnet i deras ögon.En: Inside the aquarium, the blue water reflected in their eyes.Sv: Sven pratade om att sälja mormors gamla stuga och använda pengarna för något "praktiskt", som han sa.En: Sven talked about selling grandmother's old cottage and using the money for something "practical," as he said.Sv: Men Lena tänkte att mormors minne skulle äras bättre genom att låta stugan stå kvar.En: But Lena thought that grandmother's memory would be better honored by letting the cottage stand.Sv: Ett familjehus, ett minne för kommande generationer.En: A family home, a memory for future generations.Sv: Men hur skulle hon övertyga Sven?En: But how would she convince Sven?Sv: Medan Lena reflekterade hörde hon ett dämpat snörvlande.En: While Lena reflected, she heard a muffled sniffling.Sv: Hon mötte Elins ögon, och såg tårar.En: She met Elin's eyes and saw tears.Sv: Lena satte sig bredvid Elin och lade armen om henne.En: Lena sat down next to Elin and put her arm around her.Sv: "Jag saknar mormor," viskade Elin.En: "I miss grandma," whispered Elin.Sv: Detta blev ögonblicket Lena hade väntat på.En: This became the moment Lena had been waiting for.Sv: Ett ögonblick av förståelse.En: A moment of understanding.Sv: Hon lutade sig närmare, och med en mjuk röst sa hon, "Även jag gör det, älskling.En: She leaned closer, and with a soft voice, she said, "I do too, darling.Sv: Hon älskade dig."En: She loved you."Sv: Sven tittade upp från kartan, och tystnaden var överenskommelse nog.En: Sven looked up from the map, and the silence was agreement enough.Sv: Det var beslutsamt att stugan skulle stå kvar.En: It was decided that the cottage would remain.Sv: Det var vad mormor skulle ha velat.En: It was what grandmother would have wanted.Sv: När de lämnade akvariet kände Lena en lättnad.En: As they left the aquarium, Lena felt a sense of relief.Sv: Hon hade återfunnit någon form av balans, en förbindelse med sin dotter och sin bror.En: She had regained some form of balance, a connection with her daughter and her brother.Sv: Denna dag på Skansen hade förenat dem, inte bara genom minnet av mormor, utan med ett löfte om framtiden.En: This day at Skansen had united them, not just through the memory of grandmother, but with a promise for the future.Sv: De lämnade Skansen tillsammans, handen i hand, och solens värme följde dem hela vägen hem.En: They left Skansen together, hand in hand, and the sun's warmth followed them all the way home.Sv: Lena visste nu att ansvaret inte bara var en börda, men också en möjlighet att vårda de hon älskade.En: Lena now knew that responsibility was not just a burden, but also an opportunity to care for those she loved.Sv: Och med det fann hon den frihet hon länge sökt efter.En: And with that, she found the freedom she had long been seeking. 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Join us for a special Buzz Cuts episode of "Takin' a Walk," where we take a stroll through the vibrant world of creativity and connection as we explore highlights from various shows under the Buzz Knight Media umbrella. This episode features an array of inspiring music stories and candid conversations with legendary musicians and artists, including the iconic Tom Rush, who beautifully articulates the importance of authenticity in performances. He reminds us that audiences yearn for connection over perfection, a sentiment that resonates deeply in today's fast-paced world. We also hear from the hilarious Ben Gleib, who shares how stand-up comedy has been a source of healing and joy in his life. His reflections on the transformative power of laughter serve as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. As we delve into the significance of embracing imperfections in art, another artist highlights the unique energy that mistakes can infuse into creative work, showing us that sometimes, the best moments come from unexpected places. Musical legend Steve Wariner discusses his upbringing in music and the enduring comfort it provides, encouraging listeners to turn to their favorite tunes as a source of solace during tough times. This episode encapsulates the essence of creativity, connection, and the healing power of art, reminding us that we are all part of a larger community through our shared experiences in music and laughter. Whether you're a fan of classic rock stories, inspiring music icons, or want to learn more about the Nashville music scene, this episode of "Buzz Cuts" is packed with insights and heartfelt moments. Buzz Knight, your host, guides you through these inspiring music stories, showcasing the journeys of artists like Amy Grant, Samantha Fish, and many more. Join us as we celebrate the power of music and comedy to heal, inspire, and connect us all. Tune in now to experience the magic of music history on foot and discover why "Takin' a Walk", "Music Saved Me, "Takin A Walk Nashville" and "Comedy Saved Me "are some of the best interview podcasts in the universe.. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from some of the most iconic musicians and artists, and let their stories remind you of the beautiful tapestry that is our shared musical journey.Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Love Blossoms at Lonavla: A Journey of Heartfelt Confessions Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-07-26-07-38-19-hi Story Transcript:Hi: लोनावला की सड़कों पर, बारिश की बूंदें कार की विंडशील्ड पर नाच रही थीं।En: On the roads of Lonavla, raindrops were dancing on the car's windshield.Hi: बाहर की हरियाली ने जैसे हरे रंग की चादर ओढ़ ली थी।En: The greenery outside seemed to have donned a green sheet.Hi: उस दिन का दृश्य बहुत ही खास था।En: The scene that day was very special.Hi: आरव, वान्या और निखिल, तीनों दोस्त अपनी यात्रा के दौरान मौज-मस्ती कर रहे थे।En: Aarav, Vanya, and Nikhil, the three friends, were having fun during their journey.Hi: आरव की आँखों में एक उम्मीद थी।En: There was hope in Aarav's eyes.Hi: वह इस खास यात्रा को वान्या को बताने के लिए चुन चुका था कि वह उसके प्रति क्या महसूस करता है।En: He had chosen this special trip to tell Vanya what he felt for her.Hi: लोनावला का सनसेट पॉइंट अपने अद्वितीय दृश्य के लिए प्रसिद्ध था।En: Lonavla's Sunset Point was famous for its unique view.Hi: और मॉनसून के दिनों में, वहां का दृश्य और भी शानदार हो जाता था: बादलों के बीच छुपे पहाड़, बारिश के कारण हरे-भरे हो चुके पेड़ और दूधिया झरने।En: During the monsoon season, the scenery becomes even more spectacular: mountains hidden among the clouds, trees lush from the rain, and milky waterfalls.Hi: यह सब आरव की योजना का हिस्सा था।En: All of this was part of Aarav's plan.Hi: "क्या तुमने देखा कि कैसे पहाड़ बादलों में छुप जाते हैं?En: "Did you see how the mountains get hidden in the clouds?"Hi: " वान्या की नजरें भ्रमित सी थीं, मानो वह सौंदर्य को अपने मन में बसाने की कोशिश कर रही हो।En: Vanya's eyes were puzzled, as if she was trying to capture the beauty in her mind.Hi: वान्या एक कलाकार थी और उसे अपनी कला के लिए प्रेरणा की तलाश थी।En: Vanya was an artist and was searching for inspiration for her art.Hi: निखिल, जो थोड़ा व्यावहारिक था, थोड़ा चिंतित था।En: Nikhil, who was a bit practical, was a little concerned.Hi: "आरव, मुझे लगता है हमें मुख्य सड़क से नहीं हटना चाहिए।En: "Aarav, I think we shouldn't stray from the main road.Hi: ये रास्ते खासे फिसलन भरे हैं," उसने अपनी चिंता प्रकट की।En: These paths are quite slippery," he expressed his concern.Hi: लेकिन आरव की नजरें मंजिल पर थीं।En: But Aarav's eyes were on the destination.Hi: "निखिल, यह सही समय है।En: "Nikhil, this is the right time.Hi: मुझे यह करना ही होगा।En: I have to do this."Hi: "छिपे रास्ते से चलते हुए, तीनों आखिरकार सनसेट पॉइंट पहुंचे।En: Walking through hidden paths, the three finally reached Sunset Point.Hi: जैसे ही वो वहां रुके, बारिश थम गई, और आसमान साफ हो गया।En: As soon as they stopped there, the rain ceased, and the sky cleared up.Hi: सूरज ढल रहा था, और उसके अंतिम कण पहाड़ों को सुनहरा बना रहे थे।En: The sun was setting, with its final rays turning the mountains golden.Hi: आरव ने गहरी सांस लेते हुए कहा, "वान्या, तुम जानती हो, मैं कितने समय से तुम्हें यह कहना चाहता हूं।En: Taking a deep breath, Aarav said, "Vanya, you know, I've wanted to say this to you for a long time.Hi: मैं तुम्हें पसंद करता हूं।En: I like you."Hi: "वान्या की आँखें चमक उठीं।En: Vanya's eyes sparkled.Hi: वह मुस्कुराई और कहा, "मुझे हमेशा से पता था, आरव।En: She smiled and said, "I've always known, Aarav.Hi: और मैं भी तुम्हारे बारे में ऐसा ही महसूस करती हूं।En: And I feel the same about you."Hi: "आरव का दिल जैसे हल्का हो गया।En: Aarav's heart felt lighter, as if a weight had been lifted.Hi: उसने वान्या का हाथ थाम लिया और वहां की हवा में कुछ खास महकती सी घुल गई।En: He took Vanya's hand, and something special seemed to blend into the air there.Hi: बारिश की बूंदे अब फिर से गिरने लगीं, लेकिन आरव के लिए वे अब बाधा नहीं थीं।En: Raindrops started falling again, but for Aarav, they were no longer an obstacle.Hi: उसने अपनी योजनाओं को पूरा कर लिया था।En: He had fulfilled his plans.Hi: वान्या को अपनी प्रेरणा मिल गई थी, और तीनों दोस्त आनंदित हो गए थे।En: Vanya found her inspiration, and the three friends were delighted.Hi: निखिल मुस्कुरा रहा था, मानो उसे पहले से ही यह पता था।En: Nikhil was smiling, as if he had known all along.Hi: उनका सफर संपन्न हो चुका था, सार्थक और सुंदर।En: Their journey was complete, meaningful, and beautiful. Vocabulary Words:raindrops: बारिश की बूंदेंwindshield: विंडशील्डgreenery: हरियालीdonned: ओढ़ लीunique: अद्वितीयmonsoon: मॉनसूनspectacular: शानदारhidden: छुपेlush: हरे-भरेmilky: दूधियाcapture: बसानेinspiration: प्रेरणाartist: कलाकारpractical: व्यावहारिकstray: हटनाjourney: यात्राdestination: मंजिलpoint: पॉइंटceased: थम गईsparkled: चमक उठींweight: भारblend: घुल गईobstacle: बाधाfulfilled: पूरा कियाcomplete: संपन्नmeaningful: सार्थकblend: घुल गईspectacular: शानदारconcerned: चिंतितconcern: चिंता
Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Colors of La Rambla: A Heartfelt Encounter in Barcelona Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-07-25-22-34-01-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El sol de Barcelona brilla intensament sobre La Rambla.En: The sun of Barcelona shines intensely over La Rambla.Ca: Els turistes i locals gaudeixen del passeig, admirant les paradetes plenes de productes artesans.En: Tourists and locals enjoy the stroll, admiring the stalls full of artisanal products.Ca: L'aire està ple de l'aroma dels menjars de carrer i el murmuri alegre de la gent.En: The air is filled with the aroma of street food and the cheerful murmur of people.Ca: Júlia, una artista local amb un cor apassionat per la seva ciutat, té la seva parada plena de pintures i dibuixos vibrants.En: Júlia, a local artist with a heart passionate about her city, has her stand filled with vibrant paintings and drawings.Ca: Al mateix temps, Marc, que ha vingut d'una ciutat propera, explora les parades cercant una cosa especial.En: At the same time, Marc, who has come from a nearby city, explores the stalls looking for something special.Ca: Els colors i formes del mercat l'emboliquen, però no acaba de trobar allò que li parli del seu viatge a Barcelona.En: The colors and shapes of the market envelop him, but he can't quite find something that speaks to him about his trip to Barcelona.Ca: Júlia observa com Marc s'atansa.En: Júlia observes Marc as he approaches.Ca: Ha notat que ell es mou amb una curiositat que demana ser atesa.En: She has noticed that he moves with a curiosity that begs to be attended to.Ca: Decideix que serà ella qui li mostri el significat darrere les seves obres.En: She decides that she will be the one to show him the meaning behind her works.Ca: Pren una respiració profunda i s'encamina cap a ell.En: She takes a deep breath and walks towards him.Ca: "Hola," diu Júlia amb un somriure tranquil.En: "Hello," says Júlia with a calm smile.Ca: "Et puc ajudar a trobar alguna cosa especial?En: "Can I help you find something special?"Ca: "Marc mira els quadres de Júlia.En: Marc looks at Júlia's paintings.Ca: Els colors li recorden les vistes del passeig, les olors i la música que omplen l'aire.En: The colors remind him of the views of the stroll, the smells, and the music that fill the air.Ca: "M'interessen aquestes pintures," respon.En: "I'm interested in these paintings," he replies.Ca: "Cadascuna sembla explicar una història.En: "Each one seems to tell a story."Ca: "Júlia assenteix, contenta que Marc percebi la profunditat del seu treball.En: Júlia nods, pleased that Marc perceives the depth of her work.Ca: "Sí, cada pintura és un trosset de Barcelona," diu, assenyalant una tela plena de tons càlids.En: "Yes, each painting is a little piece of Barcelona," she says, pointing to a canvas full of warm tones.Ca: "Aquesta l'he feta inspirada en el capvespre des de Montjuïc.En: "I made this one inspired by the sunset from Montjuïc."Ca: "Marc es queda mirant la pintura, captivat.En: Marc stares at the painting, captivated.Ca: S'imagina assegut allà dalt, amb la ciutat estenent-se davant seu.En: He imagines himself sitting up there, with the city spreading out before him.Ca: Les paraules de Júlia li ressonen, fent que se senti com si ja fos allà.En: Júlia's words resonate with him, making him feel as if he is already there.Ca: "M'agrada molt," diu finalment.En: "I like it a lot," he says finally.Ca: "La voldria portar a casa.En: "I'd like to take it home."Ca: "Amb aquesta connexió, Júlia veu la força del seu art.En: With this connection, Júlia sees the power of her art.Ca: S'adona que les seves històries poden tocar els cors de les persones que les escolten.En: She realizes that her stories can touch the hearts of those who hear them.Ca: Marc se'n va amb una pintura que ara té un significat profund, un record autèntic del seu viatge a Barcelona.En: Marc leaves with a painting that now holds deep meaning, an authentic memory of his trip to Barcelona.Ca: Amb un somriure ple de satisfacció, Júlia torna a la seva paradeta, amb el cor ple de confiança i inspiració nova.En: With a smile full of satisfaction, Júlia returns to her stall, her heart filled with confidence and new inspiration.Ca: Mentrestant, Marc marxa de La Rambla, valorant les narracions personals que s'hi amaguen.En: Meanwhile, Marc leaves La Rambla, appreciating the personal narratives hidden within.Ca: I així, el dia continua a Barcelona, on cada racó amaga una història per descobrir.En: And so, the day continues in Barcelona, where every corner hides a story waiting to be discovered. Vocabulary Words:the sun: el solthe stroll: el passeigintensely: intensamentthe stall: la paradaartisanal: artesansthe aroma: l'aromathe murmur: el murmurithe painting: la pinturavibrant: vibrantsnearby: properto envelop: embolicarto notice: notarthe curiosity: la curiositatto approach: atansar-seto breathe: respirarcalm: tranquilto nod: assentirthe canvas: la telathe sunset: el capvespreto captivate: captivarthe heart: el corto resonate: ressonarto perceive: percebreinspired: inspiradato spread: estendreto realize: adonar-seto touch: tocarthe satisfaction: la satisfaccióthe narrative: la narracióauthentic: autèntic
Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Lasting Echoes: A Heartfelt Farewell at Lake Balaton Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-07-25-07-38-20-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Balaton partján a nyár megérkezett.En: Summer had arrived on the shores of Balaton.Hu: A nap sugarai csillogtak a vízen, és a szellő lágyan simogatta a homokot.En: The sun's rays sparkled on the water, and the breeze gently caressed the sand.Hu: Levente ült egy padon, csendesen figyelve a tó végtelen kékjét.En: Levente sat on a bench, quietly observing the endless blue of the lake.Hu: Az orvosa azt mondta neki, hogy a szíve nem bírja tovább.En: His doctor had told him that his heart couldn't take it any longer.Hu: Műtétre volt szüksége.En: He needed surgery.Hu: De mielőtt megtenné ezt a fontos lépést, utoljára el akarta látogatni a Balatonhoz, hogy magába szívja a táj szépségét.En: But before taking this important step, he wanted to visit Balaton one last time to soak in the beauty of the landscape.Hu: Levente nem volt egyedül.En: Levente was not alone.Hu: Mögötte állt Zoltán, gyermekkori barátja, aki mindig ott volt mellette, és megpróbálta felvidítani őt.En: Behind him stood Zoltán, his childhood friend, who was always there by his side, trying to cheer him up.Hu: "Tudod, barátom, bármi is történik, mindig számíthatsz rám," mondta Zoltán, megérintve a vállát.En: "You know, my friend, whatever happens, you can always count on me," said Zoltán, touching his shoulder.Hu: Eszter, Levente unokatestvére, szintén velük volt.En: Eszter, Levente's cousin, was also with them.Hu: Régóta nem találkoztak, de most, hogy hallott Levente betegségéről, azonnal a segítségére sietett.En: They hadn't met in a long time, but once she heard about Levente's illness, she hurried to help him.Hu: "Emlékszel, amikor gyerekek voltunk, és itt játszottunk a parton?" kérdezte nosztalgikusan.En: "Do you remember when we were kids and played here on the shore?" she asked nostalgically.Hu: "Hogyne emlékeznék," válaszolta Levente halvány mosollyal.En: "How could I not remember," replied Levente with a faint smile.Hu: "Annyi minden változott, de... a Balaton mindig megnyugtat."En: "So much has changed, but... Balaton always calms me."Hu: Az utazás fárasztó volt Levente számára, de Zoltán és Eszter mindent megtettek, hogy kényelmét biztosítsák.En: The journey was exhausting for Levente, but Zoltán and Eszter did everything to ensure his comfort.Hu: Együtt csónakáztak, és megnézték a naplementét.En: They rowed together and watched the sunset.Hu: Az ég rózsaszín és narancs színekben pompázott.En: The sky blazed with pink and orange colors.Hu: Egy este Levente a tó partján ült, mialatt a víz halk hullámai követték egymást.En: One evening, Levente sat by the lake while the gentle waves followed one another.Hu: Mélyen beszívta a levegőt.En: He took a deep breath.Hu: Abban a pillanatban úgy érezte, mintha a tó suttogta volna neki, hogy minden rendben lesz.En: In that moment, it felt as if the lake whispered to him that everything would be alright.Hu: Békességet érzett, amely eddig ismeretlen volt számára.En: He felt peace, which was previously unknown to him.Hu: "Bármilyen nehéz is a jövő, itt, most, úgy érzem, erős vagyok," mondta halkan, maga elé meredve.En: "No matter how hard the future is, here, now, I feel strong," he said quietly, staring ahead.Hu: "Melletted vagyunk, Levente," bátorította Eszter.En: "We are with you, Levente," encouraged Eszter.Hu: Mindannyian csöndben figyelték a vizet, osztozva abban a csendes pillanatban, amely mindegyikük szívét megérintette.En: They all quietly watched the water, sharing that silent moment that touched each of their hearts.Hu: Visszatérve az utazásból, Levente reménnyel telt meg.En: Returning from the trip, Levente was filled with hope.Hu: Tudta, hogy a műtét nehéz lesz, de már nem félt egyedül szembenézni vele.En: He knew the surgery would be difficult, but he was no longer afraid to face it alone.Hu: Zoltán és Eszter mellett álltak.En: Zoltán and Eszter stood by his side.Hu: Fejében még mindig ott zúgott a Balaton halk vízhangja.En: In his mind, the gentle echo of Balaton's waters still resounded.Hu: Ez alkalommal, amikor megölelte Zoltánt, majd Esztert, nem takarta el az érzéseit.En: This time, when he hugged Zoltán and then Eszter, he didn't hide his feelings.Hu: A Balaton partján szerzett új tapasztalat több, hanem egy új kezdetet is adott neki.En: The new experience he gathered on the shores of Balaton gave him not only more but also a new beginning.Hu: A sors, a barátság, és a szeretet mind fontos részei lettek az életének.En: Fate, friendship, and love all became important parts of his life.Hu: És most már tudta, hogy minden egyes nap ajándék, amit meg kell becsülni.En: And now he knew that every single day is a gift to be cherished. Vocabulary Words:shores: partjánsparkled: csillogtakbreeze: szellőcaressed: simogattaendless: végtelensoak: magába szívjanostalgically: nosztalgikusanfaint: halványexhausting: fárasztóensure: biztosítsákrowed: csónakáztaksunset: naplementétblazed: pompázottgentle: halkwaves: hullámaibreathed: beszívtawhispered: suttogtapeace: békességetunknown: ismeretlenresounded: zúgottecho: vízhangjahugged: megöleltehide: takartagathered: szerzettfate: sorscherished: becsülnicount on: számíthatszencouraged: bátorítottashared: osztozvafilled with hope: reménnyel telt
11 years ago, this podcast began as a simple gift for a handful of meditation students. Today, it comes to a close with a full heart and deep gratitude.In this final episode of Our Mindful Nature, host and meditation teacher Meryl Arnett shares a personal reflection on the journey that brought this podcast to life, what it has meant to carry a practice through 11 years of real life, and where mindfulness is calling her next.What began as a simple idea, uploading one- and two-minute meditations to SoundCloud under the name The Mindful Minute, grew into something far beyond what Meryl ever imagined: a community of practitioners finding stillness together through nature-inspired meditations, breathtaking field recordings, and honest conversations about what it means to pay attention in a complicated world.What To Expect- The origin story of Our Mindful Nature — from SoundCloud to 11 seasons- How a simple suggestion from a dear friend changed the entire direction of the podcast- What Meryl has learned about the difference between meditating peacefully and living mindfully- Why she feels called to a more embodied, rooted, and community-centered practice now- Where the podcast will continue to live after this final episode- How to stay connected with Meryl going forward- A final invitation to every listener who has shown up, week after week, for this practiceA Note on the ArchiveOur Mindful Nature will remain available everywhere you listen to podcasts through the end of 2026. After that, all episodes will continue to live on YouTube indefinitely, so these meditations will always be there when you need them.Stay Connected with MerylThe best way to stay connected is through Meryl's newsletter. Sign up at https://www.merylarnett.com to be the first to know what comes next.Learn more about Meryl's work at https://www.merylarnett.com.Thank you to Nick McMahan and Gordon Hempton for the nature field recordings that gave this podcast its soul, and to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support throughout this final season.The final soundscape you hear is Meryl's personal favorite from Gordon Hempton - Primeval Forest recorded in North Carolina's old growth forests.Nick McMahan: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/Gordon Hempton: https://soundtracker.com/Brianna Nielsen: https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen
Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Finding Balance: A Daughter's Journey to Self-Care Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-07-23-07-38-20-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Solen strålade in genom de stora fönstren i sjukhusets återhämtningsrum.En: The sun streamed in through the large windows of the hospital's recovery room.Sv: Skuggan av löv från trädet utanför dansade över de vita väggarna.En: The shadow of leaves from the tree outside danced across the white walls.Sv: Det var en lugnande syn, men Sofia kunde inte känna lugnet.En: It was a soothing sight, but Sofia couldn't feel calm.Sv: Högar av papper på jobbet, obetalda räkningar hemma och ansvar för sin familj pressade henne från alla håll.En: Piles of papers at work, unpaid bills at home, and responsibilities for her family pressed her from all sides.Sv: Men just nu fanns bara en sak i hennes tankar – hennes mamma, Klara.En: But right now, there was only one thing in her mind – her mother, Klara.Sv: Hon gick tyst längs korridorerna, hennes skor skrapade lätt mot golvet.En: She walked quietly along the corridors, her shoes lightly scraping against the floor.Sv: Värmen från sommaren hade inte berört de svala sjukhusrummen.En: The warmth of summer hadn't touched the cool hospital rooms.Sv: När hon kom fram till rummet stod dörren på glänt.En: When she reached the room, the door was slightly ajar.Sv: Hon hörde ett mjukt prassel av sänglakan och ett lågt mummel från TV:n.En: She heard a soft rustle of bed sheets and a low mumble from the TV.Sv: "Hej, mamma," sade Sofia mjukt när hon klev in.En: "Hi, Mom," said Sofia softly as she stepped in.Sv: Klara, som låg blek men leende i sängen, vände blicken mot henne.En: Klara, who lay pale but smiling in the bed, turned her gaze toward her.Sv: "Åh, min kära Sofia.En: "Oh, my dear Sofia.Sv: Du är här," svarade Klara med en trött men varm röst.En: You're here," replied Klara with a tired but warm voice.Sv: Det fanns ett ögonblick av tystnad medan Sofia tog en stol och satte sig vid sängkanten.En: There was a moment of silence while Sofia took a chair and sat down next to the bed.Sv: De pratade om allt och inget.En: They talked about everything and nothing.Sv: Om arbetsdagen, om sommarens värme, om växterna i trädgården som Klara saknade.En: About the workday, about the summer heat, about the plants in the garden that Klara missed.Sv: Sofia kände pressen lossna lite för varje berättelse och varje skratt de delade.En: Sofia felt the pressure ease a bit with every story and every laugh they shared.Sv: "Det är okej att känna sig överväldigad, Sofia," sa Klara plötsligt och bröt deras lättsamma samtal.En: "It's okay to feel overwhelmed, Sofia," Klara suddenly said, breaking their lighthearted conversation.Sv: "Du bär mycket på dina axlar.En: "You carry a lot on your shoulders.Sv: Men glöm inte att du också behöver vila och ta hand om dig själv."En: But don't forget that you also need to rest and take care of yourself."Sv: Sofia såg ner på sina händer.En: Sofia looked down at her hands.Sv: Det hon fruktat att höra – och samtidigt behövt.En: It was what she feared to hear – and at the same time needed.Sv: Hon kände sig sedd och förstådd på en djupare nivå.En: She felt seen and understood on a deeper level.Sv: De satte sig tysta en stund, tills Sofia bröt stillheten.En: They sat quietly for a moment, until Sofia broke the silence.Sv: "Jag bestämde mig för att ta ledigt.En: "I decided to take some time off.Sv: Vill spendera mer tid med dig," sade hon.En: I want to spend more time with you," she said.Sv: En suck av lättnad lämnade henne.En: A sigh of relief left her.Sv: Så småningom fylldes rummet åter av deras röster och skratt.En: Eventually, the room was once again filled with their voices and laughter.Sv: När solen började gömma sig bakom horisonten, reste sig Sofia.En: As the sun began to hide behind the horizon, Sofia stood up.Sv: Hon kände sig lättare, som om en tyngd lyfts från hennes axlar.En: She felt lighter, as if a weight had been lifted from her shoulders.Sv: "Hejdå, mamma.En: "Goodbye, Mom.Sv: Vi ses imorgon," sa hon och kramade om Klara.En: I'll see you tomorrow," she said and hugged Klara.Sv: Klara log och vinkade adjö.En: Klara smiled and waved goodbye.Sv: När Sofia gick ut från sjukhuset och ut i den varma sommarkvällen, kändes luften annorlunda.En: As Sofia left the hospital and stepped into the warm summer evening, the air felt different.Sv: Merediths ord ekade i henne och gav henne en ny styrka.En: Meredith's words echoed in her and gave her new strength.Sv: Sofia var inte ensam i sina ansvar.En: Sofia was not alone in her responsibilities.Sv: Hon förstod nu att hon, precis som hennes mamma, måste vårda sina behov och leva med balans.En: She now understood that just like her mother, she needed to tend to her own needs and live with balance.Sv: Solen sjönk långsamt ner och kastade sitt sista ljus över sjukhuset.En: The sun slowly sank down, casting its last light over the hospital.Sv: Och medan kvällen lindrade dagen, fann Sofia också frid i sina tankar och i sitt hjärta.En: And as the evening wrapped up the day, Sofia also found peace in her thoughts and in her heart. Vocabulary Words:streamed: stråladerecovery: återhämtningsrumsoothing: lugnandeunpaid: obetaldaresponsibilities: ansvarcorridors: korridorernaslightly ajar: på gläntrustle: prasselgaze: blickenlighthearted: lättsammaoverwhelmed: överväldigadsilence: tystnadrelief: lättnadhorizon: horisontenresponsibilities: ansvarbalance: balanstend: vårdapressed: pressadescraping: skrapademum: mummeldeeper: djuparesigh: suckbleak: blekchair: stolbed sheets: sänglakanwhisper: mummeltired: tröttunderstood: förståddstepped: klevfaded: försvann
Before you proceed, I want to warn you, that this episode does contain graphic content that some may find disturbing. Vivace is a very bright woman who received her undergraduate and graduate degree in Biology from Cornell University. She worked in the medical field for twelve years before becoming a speaker and life coach. My guest explains that "my mother was my BFF and she lives for her children." This was all terribly hard because Vivace always wanted her mother "to feel valued and honored yet she was at the bottom of everyone's totem pole." Unfortunately, the abuse toward she and her mother started when Vivace was very young and continued until both women left the family, leaving behind the two sons as they chose to remain with their father. Yet, Vivace recalls asking her mother on a regular basis "can we leave today, can we leave today" but it was years before they left. From a young age, Vivace would confront her father verbally about the abuse, but her bravery came with a price. With $100 in their pocket, both women left the horrific beatings behind and found shelter with family members who unfortunately knew of the abuse, but never came to Jaleh's rescue. Through many years of depression, pain, anger, resentment and a planned suicide, Vivace began her healing process through therapy, research and seeking the truth. She uses her past experience as a tool to help her clients improve their self worth and confidence through compassion and understanding. Ultimately, the client has to realize that the possibilities are limitless. Website:https://fierceselfconfidence.com Instagram: @vivacemaxvictor YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNiDk4sN1vUlYOrQ_gg8mDA About Vivace: MEDIA Vivace was most recently featured on NETFLIX' “Buying Beverly Hills” – which was one of NETFLIX Top 10 shows when it aired Vivace has also been featured on: Bravo's Million Dollar Listing NY Fox Business Fox Nation CourtTV Newsmax Media commentator on celebrity relationships and scandals such as Tom & Gisele, Brad and Angelina, Alec Baldwin, Joe Rogan, Simone Biles, Johnny Depp and others. "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. 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Cate-whaaat? If you've ever heard the word "catechesis" and wondered what it means for your homeschool, this one's for you. In this episode of the Everyday Educator podcast, host Delise welcomes back Rachel Thompson and Amy Jones to unpack the Classical Conversations catechesis wheel — the diagram that puts God at the center and shows how every strand of learning connects back to His character — and to talk about what it really looks like to keep Christ at the center of home education, not as one more subject, but as the source everything else flows from. Rachel and Amy open by sharing their testimonies — one who came to a personal faith as a young child, one who found it in college — a reminder that the Lord meets each of us right where we are. From there the conversation moves to the scriptures that compel us to disciple our children (Deuteronomy 6, Ephesians 6, and the "new creation" of 2 Corinthians 5:17), how to marry rearing and schooling into one integrated lifestyle rather than separating "school time" from "God time," and how classical skills — resilience, perseverance, wrestling with hard truths — actually equip children to think higher thoughts about God. The three also speak tenderly to parents carrying shame or the false weight of believing their child's salvation rests on their shoulders, returning again and again to the gospel: there is no condemnation for those in Christ, and our calling is to be faithful, not perfect. You don't have to have it all figured out. Keep pointing to Christ, keep learning alongside your children, and remember the mission at the center of it all: to know God and make Him known. This episode of Everyday Educator is sponsored by: Classical Conversations Plus Classical Fellowship. The Classical Fellowship extends classical Christian formation into the years after Challenge, providing Christ-centered worldview formation, classical thinking skills, and Christ-centered community while graduates pursue their calling — whether college, trade, missions, or vocation. To learn more about the CC Plus Classical Fellowship or extend the classical conversation into your next chapter, go to https://ccnetwork.app/ClassicalFellowship
Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Finding Home: Pere's Heartfelt Journey at the Festa Major Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-07-18-07-38-19-ca Story Transcript:Ca: A sota dels turons ondulats de Catalunya, allà on les flors ballen al ritme del vent suau, es troba la granja de flors de la família de Pere.En: Beneath the rolling hills of Catalunya, where the flowers dance to the rhythm of the gentle wind, lies the flower farm of Pere's family.Ca: Les flors brillen, com un mar de colors sota el sol d'estiu.En: The flowers shine like a sea of colors under the summer sun.Ca: Avui, el poble està animat pel mercat artesanal local, un lloc perfecte per evocar el passat i trobar el regal especial que Pere vol per a la seva mare.En: Today, the village is buzzing with the local artisan market, a perfect place to evoke the past and find the special gift that Pere wants for his mother.Ca: Pere havia tornat al poble després d'anys a Barcelona.En: Pere had returned to the village after years in Barcelona.Ca: A la ciutat, ho tenia tot, però en el seu cor hi faltava alguna cosa.En: In the city, he had everything, but something was missing in his heart.Ca: Volia re-connectar amb les seves arrels.En: He wanted to reconnect with his roots.Ca: La Festa Major era la ocasió perfecta, però primer, havia de trobar un regal adequat.En: The Festa Major was the perfect occasion, but first, he had to find a suitable gift.Ca: El mercat estava ple de vida.En: The market was full of life.Ca: Les melodies de la festa vibraven al fons, mentre les parades lluïen objectes artesanals, cada un amb la seva història.En: The melodies of the festival vibrated in the background, while the stalls shone with handmade crafts, each with its own story.Ca: Tot i l'alegria del moment, Pere se sentia aclaparat per la quantitat d'opcions.En: Despite the happiness of the moment, Pere felt overwhelmed by the number of options.Ca: Després d'una estona, va veure Montserrat, una amiga de l'adolescència i artesana respectada.En: After a while, he saw Montserrat, a friend from adolescence and a respected artisan.Ca: “Montserrat, necessito la teva ajuda”, li va dir.En: "Montserrat, I need your help," he said to her.Ca: “Busco un regal que sigui especial per la meva mare.En: "I'm looking for a gift that is special for my mother.Ca: Algo que representi la nostra terra i cultura.En: Something that represents our land and culture."Ca: ”Montserrat va somriure.En: Montserrat smiled.Ca: “Pere, jo conec algú que pot tenir exactament el que busques.En: "Pere, I know someone who might have exactly what you're looking for.Ca: Es diu Jordi i fa escultures amb flors.En: His name is Jordi and he makes sculptures with flowers.Ca: Els seus treballs parlen al cor.En: His works speak to the heart."Ca: ” Li va indicar on trobar la parada de Jordi.En: She pointed him to where Jordi's stall was.Ca: Pere va buscar entre la multitud fins que va trobar Jordi.En: Pere searched through the crowd until he found Jordi.Ca: Les escultures de flors eren espectaculars: roses vermelles i lavanda, flors silvestres que recordaven els paisatges catalans.En: The flower sculptures were spectacular: red roses and lavender, wildflowers that reminded him of the Catalan landscapes.Ca: Una peça en particular va captar la seva atenció.En: One piece in particular caught his attention.Ca: Era una escultura feta de flors silvestres, cada pètal semblava explicar una història antiga, un tros de la seva pròpia història.En: It was a sculpture made of wildflowers, each petal seemed to tell an ancient story, a piece of his own history.Ca: Va comprar l'escultura i, amb ella embolicada amb cura, es va unir a la gent del poble mentre la Festa Major començava.En: He bought the sculpture and, with it carefully wrapped, he joined the villagers as the Festa Major began.Ca: Les llums es van encendre, les rialles omplien l'aire i la seva mare el va rebre amb un somriure ampli.En: The lights turned on, laughter filled the air, and his mother greeted him with a broad smile.Ca: Quan li va oferir el regal, ella va quedar emocionada.En: When he offered her the gift, she was moved.Ca: “És bell, Pere.En: "It's beautiful, Pere.Ca: Em recorda a quan tu eres un nen i corries per aquests camps.En: It reminds me of when you were a child and ran through these fields."Ca: ” Pere va somriure, o encara més, va sentir una calidesa al cor que havia buscat durant temps.En: Pere smiled, or even more, felt a warmth in his heart that he had sought for a long time.Ca: Finalment, mentre la música sonava de fons i les estrelles brillaven per sobre, Pere va comprendre que les seves arrels no estaven només en la terra, sinó també en aquests petits, però significatius moments de connexió.En: Finally, as the music played in the background and the stars shone above, Pere understood that his roots were not just in the land, but also in these small, yet significant moments of connection.Ca: El seu cor era, ara sí, complet.En: His heart was, now indeed, complete. Vocabulary Words:the hills: els turonsthe flowers: les florsthe village: el poblethe farm: la granjato shine: brillarthe market: el mercatto reconnect: re-connectarthe roots: les arrelsthe melodies: les melodiesthe crafts: els objectes artesanalsoverwhelmed: aclaparatthe adolescence: l'adolescènciaspecial: especialthe gift: el regalthe heart: el corto smile: somriurethe sculptures: les esculturesthe crowd: la multitudthe roses: les rosesthe lavender: la lavandawildflowers: les flors silvestresthe petal: el pètalthe laughter: les riallesto be moved: estar emocionadathe warmth: la calidesathe moments: els momentsthe connection: la connexiócomplete: completto search: buscarspectacular: espectacular
Fluent Fiction - Danish: Tivoli's Heart: Finding Joy Beyond Adrenaline Thrills Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-07-18-07-38-19-da Story Transcript:Da: Tivoli Gardens i København var fuld af liv og farver.En: Tivoli Gardens in København was full of life and colors.Da: Solen skinnede varmt ned over de travle stier, hvor lyden af børnelatter og duften af popcorn fyldte luften.En: The sun shone warmly down on the busy paths, where the sound of children's laughter and the scent of popcorn filled the air.Da: Soren, Astrid og Kasper havde set frem til denne dag i lang tid.En: Soren, Astrid, and Kasper had been looking forward to this day for a long time.Da: Soren var altid den eventyrlystne, den der skulle prøve hver eneste forlystelse.En: Soren was always the adventurous one, the one who had to try every single ride.Da: Astrid var mere forsigtig, men hun ville også gerne gøre Soren glad.En: Astrid was more cautious, but she also wanted to make Soren happy.Da: Kasper, gruppens rolighed, gik langsomt bag dem og observerede.En: Kasper, the calm one of the group, walked slowly behind them, observing.Da: De startede med de små forlystelser og bevægede sig langsomt mod de større og mere vovede.En: They started with the small rides and slowly moved toward the bigger and more daring ones.Da: Soren kunne næsten ikke skjule sin begejstring, da de nærmede sig Dæmonen, en stor rutsjebane.En: Soren could hardly conceal his excitement as they approached Dæmonen, a large roller coaster.Da: Astrid tøvede lidt, men Søren opmuntrede hende.En: Astrid hesitated a bit, but Søren encouraged her.Da: "Kom nu, Astrid!En: "Come on, Astrid!Da: Det bliver sjovt," sagde han med et smil.En: It'll be fun," he said with a smile.Da: Hun nikkede forsigtigt og gik med.En: She nodded cautiously and went along.Da: Men under nedturen skete der noget uventet.En: But during the descent, something unexpected happened.Da: Idet de steg ud af vognen, snublede Astrid og faldt uheldigt.En: As they stepped out of the car, Astrid stumbled and fell awkwardly.Da: Hendes ankel svulmede hurtigt op.En: Her ankle quickly swelled up.Da: "Åh nej," sagde Soren, hans ansigt faldt.En: "Oh no," said Soren, his face falling.Da: "Det var min skyld.En: "It was my fault.Da: Vi skal få dig til at sidde ned."En: We need to get you to sit down."Da: Kasper hjalp med at finde en bænk tæt ved.En: Kasper helped find a bench nearby.Da: Astrid satte sig med en let stønnen.En: Astrid sat down with a slight groan.Da: Selv om dagen hidtil havde været fyldt med fart og spænding, satte Soren sig nu ved siden af Astrid med et mere alvorligt blik.En: Even though the day had so far been filled with speed and excitement, Soren now sat next to Astrid with a more serious expression.Da: Kasper kiggede på dem begge og sagde: "Lad os finde noget roligere.En: Kasper looked at them both and said, "Let's find something calmer.Da: Vi kan stadig have en dejlig dag."En: We can still have a lovely day."Da: Soren indså, at han havde været for ivrig efter at have det sjovt.En: Soren realized that he had been too eager to have fun.Da: Han blinkede kort til Astrid.En: He blinked briefly at Astrid.Da: "Hvad med en tur på de rolige både, der sejler rundt i haven?"En: "How about a ride on the calm boats that sail around the garden?"Da: foreslog han.En: he suggested.Da: Astrid smilede taknemmeligt.En: Astrid smiled gratefully.Da: "Det lyder som en god idé."En: "That sounds like a good idea."Da: De brugte eftermiddagen på at udforske Tivoli på en anden måde - nydende de små detaljer, blomsternes skønhed og de magiske lyde fra en afstand.En: They spent the afternoon exploring Tivoli in a different way—enjoying the small details, the beauty of the flowers, and the magical sounds from a distance.Da: Da aftenen nærmede sig, samledes de tre venner omkring en lille sø i haven.En: As evening approached, the three friends gathered around a small lake in the garden.Da: De blinkende lys skabte en rolig, næsten magisk atmosfære.En: The twinkling lights created a calm, almost magical atmosphere.Da: Astrid lænede sig tilbage med et tilfreds suk.En: Astrid leaned back with a contented sigh.Da: "Tak, Soren," sagde hun sagte.En: "Thank you, Soren," she said softly.Da: "Det har været en uforglemmelig dag."En: "It has been an unforgettable day."Da: Der, i hjertet af Tivolis vidundere, lærte Soren, at nogle gange behøver man ikke fart og adrenalin for at skabe minder.En: There, in the heart of Tivoli's wonders, Soren learned that sometimes you don't need speed and adrenaline to create memories.Da: De bedste øjeblikke kan også findes i stilheden og samværet med dem, man holder af.En: The best moments can also be found in the quietness and togetherness with those you care about. Vocabulary Words:path: stilaughter: latteradventurous: eventyrlystnecautious: forsigtigcalm: roligobserve: observereconceal: skjuleexcitement: begejstringencourage: opmuntredescent: nedturunexpected: uventetstumble: snubleawkwardly: uheldigtswelled: svulmedefault: skyldbench: bænkgroan: stønnenserious: alvorligtblink: blinkegratefully: taknemmeligtexplore: udforskedetail: detaljemagical: magisktwinkle: blinkendecontented: tilfredsunforgettable: uforglemmeligcreate: skabequietness: stilhedtogetherness: samværcare: holde af
Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Midsummer's Revelations: Strength in Storms and Bonds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-07-18-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Blomstergirlander hängde över borden, och ljusa björkar reste sig som stolta vakter vid Sigtunasjöns strand.En: Flower garlands hung over the tables, and bright birches stood like proud guards by Sigtuna Lake's shore.Sv: Elin såg ut över den glittrande vattenytan medan hon ordnade de sista förberedelserna för Midsommarfirandet.En: Elin looked out over the sparkling water surface as she arranged the final preparations for the Midsummer celebration.Sv: På marken bildade blomsterkransar en färgglad stig, och i luften fanns doften av nybakad jordgubbstårta och nyskördade potatisar.En: On the ground, flower wreaths formed a colorful path, and in the air was the scent of freshly baked strawberry cake and freshly harvested potatoes.Sv: Elin älskade Midsommar.En: Elin loved Midsummer.Sv: Det var en tid för gemenskap och glädje.En: It was a time for community and joy.Sv: Men den här gången hade hon ett särskilt mål.En: But this time she had a special goal.Sv: Hon ville återförenas med sin bror Nils.En: She wanted to reunite with her brother Nils.Sv: Även om de alltid hade varit nära kunde hon känna en osynlig barriär mellan dem.En: Even though they had always been close, she could feel an invisible barrier between them.Sv: Vid sin sida hade hon Sofie, sin eviga vän vars plötsliga återkomst gett henne blandade känslor.En: By her side was Sofie, her eternal friend whose sudden return brought her mixed feelings.Sv: Himlen blev allt mörkare.En: The sky grew darker.Sv: Tunga moln började rulla över sjöns horisont.En: Heavy clouds began to roll over the lake's horizon.Sv: Elin såg oroat uppåt.En: Elin looked up worriedly.Sv: De hade inte räknat med regn.En: They hadn't counted on rain.Sv: Folk började snegla mot himlen och deras skratt dämpades något.En: People started glancing at the sky, and their laughter was somewhat muted.Sv: Elin behövde fatta ett beslut och snabbt.En: Elin needed to make a decision and quickly.Sv: ”Vi kan flytta allt till bystugan,” sa Nils, plötsligt ställd vid hennes sida.En: “We can move everything to the village cottage,” said Nils, suddenly by her side.Sv: Hans leende kämpade mot ovädret.En: His smile battled against the storm.Sv: Elin nickade, tacksam för hans stöd.En: Elin nodded, grateful for his support.Sv: Tillsammans med gästerna bar de in alla dekorationer och mat i skydd från stormen.En: Together with the guests, they carried in all the decorations and food for protection from the storm.Sv: Inne i den mysiga stugan fylldes rummen snabbt av värme och vänskap.En: Inside the cozy cottage, the rooms quickly filled with warmth and friendship.Sv: Ljuset från levande ljus speglade sig i fönstren medan regnet smattrade mot rutan.En: The light from candles reflected in the windows while the rain pattered against the glass.Sv: Plötsligt tog Sofie till orda.En: Suddenly, Sofie spoke up.Sv: "Jag har en nyhet," sa hon, och fick allas uppmärksamhet.En: "I have some news," she said, getting everyone's attention.Sv: Elin stirrade på sin vän.En: Elin stared at her friend.Sv: Sofie andades djupt.En: Sofie took a deep breath.Sv: ”Jag tänker stanna här i Sigtuna.En: “I am thinking about staying here in Sigtuna.Sv: Jag är trött på att resa hela tiden.” Nyheten var både överraskande och välkomnande.En: I'm tired of traveling all the time.” The news was both surprising and welcoming.Sv: Elin kände en våg av glädje men också ett stänk av oro.En: Elin felt a wave of joy but also a tinge of worry.Sv: Förändring kunde ibland vara svår.En: Change could sometimes be difficult.Sv: Utanför blixtrade himlen till, och Nils tog chansen att tala.En: Outside, the sky flashed, and Nils took the chance to speak.Sv: "Elin, vi måste prata," sa han.En: "Elin, we need to talk," he said.Sv: Deras blickar möttes i skenet från blixten.En: Their gazes met in the flash of lightning.Sv: ”Jag har alltid beundrat hur du bär allting med stil.En: “I have always admired how you handle everything with poise.Sv: Men ibland känner jag mig som en besvikelse.” Elin tog ett djupt andetag.En: But sometimes I feel like a disappointment.” Elin took a deep breath.Sv: ”Nils, du är ingen besvikelse.En: “Nils, you are not a disappointment.Sv: Du är ljuset i mitt liv.” Hon kände hur orden helt enkelt föll på plats.En: You are the light in my life.” She felt how the words simply fell into place.Sv: De talade om gamla minnen och delade tårar blandat med skratt.En: They talked about old memories and shared tears mixed with laughter.Sv: Midsommarnatten blev en tid för sanningar och ny förståelse.En: Midsummer night became a time for truths and new understanding.Sv: När stormen bedarrade och festen återupptogs under stjärnor och blomster girlander, kände Elin en ny frihet.En: When the storm subsided and the celebration resumed under stars and flower garlands, Elin felt a new freedom.Sv: Hon hade mött stormen, både den på himlen och den inom hennes hjärta.En: She had faced the storm, both in the sky and within her heart.Sv: Och medan musiken och dansen fyllde natten visste hon att att styrkan låg i modet att möta förändringar och att hålla de hon älskade nära.En: And as the music and dance filled the night, she knew that the strength lay in the courage to face changes and to keep those she loved close. Vocabulary Words:garlands: girlanderbirches: björkarpreparations: förberedelsersparkling: glittrandeharvested: skördadereunite: återförenasinvisible: osynligbarrier: barriäreternal: evigamixed: blandadesudden: plötsligahorizon: horisontlaughed: skrattmuted: dämpadebattled: kämpadecozy: mysigareflect: speglapatter: smattrawelcoming: välkomnandetinge: stänkflashed: blixtradepoise: stildisappointment: besvikelsememories: minnenunderstanding: förståelsesubside: bedarraresume: återupptacourage: modchanges: förändringarfreedom: frihet
Justin Baldoni hadn't said a public word in almost two years. Then last week he propped up a phone, sat down next to his wife Emily, and posted a video to his own Instagram — no publicist, no People magazine. I told NBC News the most strategic thing about the video is how unstrategic it looked, and in this episode I show you the receipts.I walk through every move the way I teach my own clients: the owned-channel play (stop fighting Meta's algorithm — bring the crisis to your channel), the optics of the couch and the army-green T-shirt, the family deployment (why Emily delivered the hardest lines, and why Blake Lively's version of that move — deploying Taylor Swift — backfired), the one-word message of gratitude, and the timing window that opened the moment the Taylor Swift wedding coverage cooled. Then my partner Muck Rack and I ran the numbers: 623 articles in four days, 60.7% positive sentiment, only 7.2% negative, and a word cloud that finally puts Justin Baldoni's name in the center of the story instead of Blake Lively's.You'll also hear the other side of the NBC 'Heartfelt or Creepy' headline — the crisis consultant (a onetime Harvey Weinstein rep) who called the video creepy and pointless — and why I disagree: Baldoni is in reputation repair, he needs to be hireable again, and in this game you need to have the last word.Chapters:0:00 No publicist, no People magazine — the whole move2:40 Two years of Baldoni v. Lively4:42 Where the case stands: 10 of 13 claims dropped, $8M in fees6:02 The optics: a couch, a T-shirt, a propped-up phone8:22 The owned-channel doctrine: stop fighting Meta10:05 'Heartfelt or Creepy' — the headline that split PR experts12:04 Reputation repair needs the last word13:29 Watching the video: the zings and the gratitude message18:34 The family deployment: Emily vs. Taylor Swift20:22 Injustice — the word in every client call25:22 The Muck Rack numbers: 623 articles, 60.7% positive28:05 The timing window after the Taylor Swift wedding31:11 My changed playbook: don't fight the algorithm33:15 When it's your name in the group chat36:21 Offer it upJoin me for my weekly Lives on Substack, and find me everywhere at Molly McPherson.
Singer-songwriter Siobhán O'Brien is back with a beautiful and deeply personal new single, The Banks of the Abbey. Following the success of Sometimes It Takes A Dutchman, this latest release is a heartfelt tribute to her late father, Brian O'Brien—a man remembered not only for his remarkable contribution to Irish rugby, but also for his love of Athlunkard Street in Limerick city, the Abbey River, nature and storytelling. The song celebrates his life and the place that shaped him, while preserving memories of a Limerick that lives on through music. Siobhán joined Alan Morrissey to talk about the new single. Photo (c) Siobhan O'Brien via Facebook
Hank has been tweeting a lot recently; is he okay? How does the game “light as a feather, stiff as a board” work? Are bald heads warmer or cooler than hairy heads? What is the lethal dose of pickles? Will John write me into his acknowledgements? How do probiotics work? Why did John write a book for adults? How do you get out of a writer's rut? …Hank and John Green have answers!If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmail.comJoin us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohnProduced for Hank and John Green by ComplexlySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
www.longviewbaptistchurch.org July 15, 2026 Heartfelt Colossians 3:12-14 1. Godly attributes are a work of God. 2. Forgive as you have been. 3. Love is the glue that holds everything together.
I feel that I got an up close and personal invitation into the life of a female pioneer who because of her own accomplishments, worked alongside other fearless women who broke through barriers. So when your mother sets the bar super high, what do you do? One follows suit apparently. And that's exactly what Andrea Ippolito has done. As I mention in my introduction, she has a very impressive background. Both mother and daughter are engineers and their lives/personalities are very much intertwined or "tangled" as Andrea says. In this episode you'll hear stories of Mary working with female astronauts redesigning the first female space suit so it's anatomically correct for a woman. That's something significant that never crossed my mind until I heard these stories. Andrea says that her mom is still an inspiration to her. "Mom raised us to stick up for ourselves" recalls Ippolito. Andrea says her mother was always there for her, she encouraged her to experience different things and situations. Mary says, "she taught me that we need more women innovators at the table designing the next generation of women's health products with their own lived experience whenever possible." About Andrea:Andrea Ippolito currently serves as the CEO and Founder of SimpliFed. Prior to joining Cornell, Andrea served as the Director of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Innovators Network within the VA Center for Innovation and served as a Presidential Innovation Fellow based out of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and General Services Administration. She was the Co-Founder of an innovative application that improves access to care called Smart Scheduling (acquired by athenahealth in 2016). She also previously served as the Co-Director of MIT Hacking Medicine, as an Innovation Specialist at the Brigham Innovation Hub and Product Innovation Manager at athenahealth. Ms. Ippolito completed her MS in Engineering & Management at MIT and engineering degrees at Cornell. About SimpliFed:SimpliFed is changing the narrative on infant nutrition and democratizing access to choices parents can feel good about as they feed their babies. SimpliFed's team of IBCLCs (International Board Certified Lactation Consultants) provides breastfeeding support via a telehealth platform, so to meet parents where they are at, from the safety and comfort of their homes. We begin working with parents during pregnancy to establish goals, manage expectations, provide education and preparedness, then continue the trusted relationship postpartum through weaning. IG: @simplifedbaby Or Text SimpliFed At 888-458-1364 for more information Linkedin: Andrea Ippolito "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. 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Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Fireworks, Festivals, and A Heartfelt Confession in Visby Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-07-13-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Solen gick sakta ner över de gamla murarna i Visby.En: The sun slowly set over the ancient walls in Visby.Sv: Sommarkvällen var varm, och stjärnorna började tända himlen över Gotland.En: The summer evening was warm, and the stars began to illuminate the sky over Gotland.Sv: Det var festival i staden.En: There was a festival in the town.Sv: Gatorna var fyllda med musik och skratt.En: The streets were filled with music and laughter.Sv: Ljuset från lyktorna reflekterade i de glada ansiktena.En: The light from the lanterns reflected in the happy faces.Sv: Axel och Linnea promenerade längs de kullerstensbelagda gatorna, omgivna av doften av nygrillade korvar och söt sockervadd.En: Axel and Linnea strolled along the cobblestone streets, surrounded by the scent of freshly grilled sausages and sweet cotton candy.Sv: Axel kände hjärtat slå lite snabbare än vanligt.En: Axel felt his heart beating a little faster than usual.Sv: Han hade väntat på detta ögonblick hela sommaren.En: He had been waiting for this moment all summer.Sv: Han var äventyrslysten av naturen men nu var det något som hindrade honom från att vara spontant.En: He was adventurous by nature, but now something was preventing him from being spontaneous.Sv: Linnea såg så obesvärad ut när hon pekade på ett par gycklare som kastade eld i luften och skrattade glatt.En: Linnea looked so at ease as she pointed at a couple of jugglers throwing fire into the air and laughed merrily.Sv: Men Axel visste att hon brottades med en stor beslut.En: But Axel knew she was wrestling with a big decision.Sv: Ett jobberbjudande som skulle ta henne långt bort från Sverige.En: A job offer that would take her far away from Sweden.Sv: De stannade en stund för att titta på ett band spela på en öppen scen.En: They stopped for a while to watch a band play on an open stage.Sv: Musikens rytm blandades med sorlet från folkmassan.En: The rhythm of the music mixed with the buzz of the crowd.Sv: Axel försökte samla mod.En: Axel tried to gather courage.Sv: Han ville säga allt han kände.En: He wanted to say everything he felt.Sv: Medan han kämpade med sina tankar tog han Linneas hand, och de gick mot en tystare del av festivalen.En: While he struggled with his thoughts, he took Linnea's hand, and they walked towards a quieter part of the festival.Sv: Linnea märkte Axels ovanliga tystnad.En: Linnea noticed Axel's unusual silence.Sv: Hon hade alltid uppskattat hans sällskap och deras gemensamma minnen från barndomen.En: She had always appreciated his company and their shared childhood memories.Sv: Men något i hans uttryck fick henne att undra.En: But something in his expression made her wonder.Sv: När de nådde en plats med utsikt över det sprakande festivalområdet satte de sig ner.En: When they reached a spot overlooking the sparkling festival area, they sat down.Sv: Linnea tittade på honom, "Är det något du vill prata om, Axel?"En: Linnea looked at him, "Is there something you want to talk about, Axel?"Sv: Det var stunden han hade väntat på.En: It was the moment he had been waiting for.Sv: Axel tog ett djupt andetag och tittade Linnea i ögonen, "Jag älskar dig, Linnea.En: Axel took a deep breath and looked Linnea in the eyes, "I love you, Linnea.Sv: Och jag önskar att du stannar."En: And I wish you would stay."Sv: Linnea blev överraskad.En: Linnea was surprised.Sv: Hennes hjärta hoppade till.En: Her heart skipped a beat.Sv: Hon hade inte förväntat sig dessa ord, inte här, inte nu.En: She hadn't expected these words, not here, not now.Sv: Hennes blick mjuknade, och hon kände en värme sprida sig genom kroppen.En: Her gaze softened, and she felt warmth spread through her body.Sv: "Axel", började hon, "jag vet inte vad jag ska säga.En: "Axel," she began, "I don't know what to say.Sv: Det här är mycket att tänka på."En: This is a lot to think about."Sv: Medan fyrverkerierna började lysa upp natthimlen satt de där, nära varandra, i tystnaden som följde.En: As the fireworks began to light up the night sky, they sat there, close to each other, in the silence that followed.Sv: De delade en stund av klarhet och ärlighet.En: They shared a moment of clarity and honesty.Sv: Linnea lade handen på Axels, "Jag behöver tid.En: Linnea placed her hand on Axel's, "I need time.Sv: Tid att tänka, både på oss och på jobbet."En: Time to think, both about us and the job."Sv: Axel log tacksamt.En: Axel smiled gratefully.Sv: Han hade sagt vad han behövde säga, och även om framtiden var osäker kändes det som om en viktig del av honom hade fått ro.En: He had said what he needed to say, and even though the future was uncertain, it felt as if an important part of him had found peace.Sv: De lovade varandra att vara ärliga, oavsett vad framtiden skulle föra med sig.En: They promised each other to be honest, no matter what the future would bring.Sv: På väg tillbaka till festivalens festligheter kände Axel en ny funnen styrka.En: On their way back to the festival's festivities, Axel felt a newfound strength.Sv: Han hade äntligen sagt vad han alltid velat.En: He had finally said what he had always wanted.Sv: Och Linnea, hon kände att denna natt hade gett henne nya insikter om vad som verkligen betydde något.En: And Linnea, she felt that this night had given her new insights into what really mattered.Sv: Kanske skulle detta beslut att stanna eller åka inte bara bero på jobbet, utan också på hur mycket hon värderade den plats och de människor hon älskade.En: Perhaps this decision to stay or go would not only depend on the job but also on how much she valued the place and the people she loved.Sv: Visby lyste som ett smycke i natten och bland ljudet av musik och glädje vandrade två vänner vidare, osäkra men hoppfulla inför allt som låg framför dem.En: Visby shone like a jewel in the night and among the sounds of music and joy, two friends continued on, uncertain but hopeful for everything that lay ahead of them. Vocabulary Words:illuminate: tändacourage: modgrateful: tacksamtinsights: insikterscent: doftenadventurous: äventyrslystenspontaneous: spontantwrestling: brottadespreventing: hindradesparkling: sprakandeskipped a beat: hoppade tillreflect: reflekteradeoverlooking: utsiktappreciated: uppskattatclarity: klarhethonesty: ärlighetmingled: blandadesexpression: uttryckfestivities: festligheteruncertain: osäkrastrength: styrkaovercome: övervinnaunexpected: oförväntadmoment: ögonblickmerrily: glattquiet: tystarestruggle: kämpadedecision: beslutbuzz: sorletscenarios: scenarier
Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: From Poolside Sketches to Heartfelt Connections Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-07-12-07-38-19-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Széchenyi Fürdő forró nyári napja zsúfolt volt.En: The hot summer day at the Széchenyi Fürdő was crowded.Hu: Rengeteg ember élvezte a napot és a meleg víz gyógyító hatását.En: Many people enjoyed the sun and the healing effect of the warm water.Hu: Levente, a csendes programozó, épp a medence szélén pihent.En: Levente, the quiet programmer, was resting on the edge of the pool.Hu: Szüksége volt egy kis kikapcsolódásra a munka feszültségei után.En: He needed a little relaxation after the work stress.Hu: A nap lassan lemenni készült az égen, amikor Levente meglátta Esztert, aki a közelben ült, és egy vázlatfüzetbe merült.En: The sun was slowly setting in the sky when Levente saw Eszter, who was sitting nearby, absorbed in a sketchbook.Hu: Az ölében levő papír tele volt életvidám rajzokkal, melyek az őt körülvevő fürdő hangulatát tükrözték.En: The paper in her lap was full of lively drawings that reflected the atmosphere of the surrounding bath.Hu: Eszter élénk természetű grafikushallgató volt, aki új ötletekért jött a Széchenyi Fürdőbe.En: Eszter was a vivacious graphic design student who had come to the Széchenyi Fürdő for new ideas.Hu: Rajzai elbűvölőek voltak, de tele volt kétségekkel önmagát illetően.En: Her drawings were enchanting, but she was full of self-doubt.Hu: Barátja, Árpád, vidáman mesélte neki a legfrissebb egyetemi pletykákat, de Eszter figyelme inkább a rajzaira és az ottani emberekre koncentrálódott.En: Her friend, Árpád, was cheerfully sharing the latest university gossip with her, but Eszter's attention was more focused on her drawings and the people around her.Hu: Levente kezdett bátorságot gyűjteni ahhoz, hogy megszólítsa Esztert.En: Levente was starting to gather the courage to speak to Eszter.Hu: Nem volt könnyű dolog, hiszen általában magában szokott maradni, de azok a rajzok... szinte odahúzták hozzá.En: It wasn't an easy thing, since he generally kept to himself, but those drawings... they practically drew him to her.Hu: Végül összeszedte magát, és odament Eszterhez.En: Finally, he pulled himself together and went over to Eszter.Hu: „Szia,” mondta bátortalanul.En: “Hi,” he said shyly.Hu: „Nagyon tetszenek a rajzaid.En: “I really like your drawings.Hu: Inspirálóak.”En: They're inspiring.”Hu: Eszter meglepődött, de örömmel fogadta a dicséretet.En: Eszter was surprised but welcomed the compliment with joy.Hu: „Köszönöm!” válaszolta mosolyogva.En: “Thank you!” she replied with a smile.Hu: „Még dolgozom rajtuk, de igazán jólesik ezt hallani.”En: “I'm still working on them, but it feels really good to hear that.”Hu: Ahogy beszélgettek, Levente és Eszter megosztották egymással álmaikat és félelmeiket.En: As they talked, Levente and Eszter shared their dreams and fears with each other.Hu: Levente arról mesélt, mennyire nehéz néha új emberekkel ismerkedni.En: Levente talked about how hard it can be to meet new people sometimes.Hu: Eszter pedig bevallotta, hogy bizonytalan a munkájával kapcsolatban.En: Eszter admitted she was uncertain about her work.Hu: De ahogy a nap lassan eltűnt az égbolton, valami megváltozott közöttük.En: But as the sun slowly disappeared from the sky, something changed between them.Hu: Egy mély megértés és bizalom szövődött.En: A deep understanding and trust was formed.Hu: Árpád visszatért a medencéből, vidám mosollyal az arcán, készen arra, hogy újabb történeteket osszon meg.En: Árpád returned from the pool, a cheerful smile on his face, ready to share more stories.Hu: De amint meglátta Levente és Eszter közt a kialakuló kapcsolatot, elmosolyodott és nem zavarta őket.En: But he saw the budding connection between Levente and Eszter and smiled, refraining from interrupting them.Hu: A nap végén Eszter és Levente telefonszámot cseréltek.En: At the end of the day, Eszter and Levente exchanged phone numbers.Hu: Mindketten érezték, hogy valami különleges kezdődött el.En: Both felt that something special had begun.Hu: Levente megnyílt, és már nem félt új embereket megismerni.En: Levente opened up, and no longer feared meeting new people.Hu: Eszter pedig magabiztosabban tekintett a művészi útjára.En: Eszter looked more confidently at her artistic path.Hu: A Széchenyi Fürdő forró nyári napja így lett a kezdet egy új barátságnak, talán valami többnek is.En: The hot summer day at the Széchenyi Fürdő thus became the beginning of a new friendship, perhaps something more.Hu: A folklór és a modern élet találkozása, kellemes melegben és kávéillatú hangulatban, átmenet a múlt és a jövő között.En: A meeting of folklore and modern life, in the pleasant warmth and coffee-scented ambiance, a transition between the past and the future. Vocabulary Words:crowded: zsúfoltprogrammer: programozóhealing: gyógyítórelaxation: kikapcsolódássketchbook: vázlatfüzetlively: életvidámatmosphere: hangulatvivacious: élénk természetűgraphic design: grafikusenchanting: elbűvölőself-doubt: kétségekgossip: pletykákcourage: bátorságinspiring: inspirálóakcompliment: dicséretuncertain: bizonytalanunderstanding: megértéstrust: bizalominterruption: zavartaexchange: cseréltekfear: féltconfidently: magabiztosabbanartistic: művészifolklore: folklórtransition: átmenetmodern: modernambiance: hangulatpotentially: képes lehetbudding: kialakuló
This interview discusses the winning screenplay "Love Your Lawyer" written by Sterling Elliott and Katrina Redd, a romantic comedy about a couple forced to work together during a divorce. The screenplay was inspired by a joke made during their prenup process, where Sterling humorously asked Katrina to represent him if they ever got divorced, leading to the development of their feature film project. The couple worked on the screenplay for three years while balancing Katrina's legal career and Sterling's filmmaking background, with their first child born during the writing process. They discussed the current state of romantic comedies in Hollywood, noting the genre's shift to streaming platforms and lower budgets, while expressing hope for selling their screenplay. The interview also covered their future creative plans, including writing a children's book about encouraging kindness and developing a TV pilot with similar themes about finding comedy through loss. Watch the screenplay reading: https://youtu.be/iPR1kprj4Ts Get to know the writer: What is your screenplay about? A successful attorney on the verge of making partner is forced by her prenup to represent her own husband in their divorce, sparking a scandal that threatens her career. What genres does your screenplay fall under? Romantic Comedy-Drama Why should this screenplay be made into a movie? Divorce is a very relatable topic for many people. This movie asks, "How do you know if a marriage is beyond repair? When does reconciliation deserve a chance?" How would you describe this script in two words? Relevant. Heartfelt. What movie have you seen the most times in your life? The Princess Bride (Sterling), Pride and Prejudice (Katrina) —— Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.
Little Brother is currently trending in Netflix's Top 10 and pairs John Cena with Eric André in an unlikely comedy duo. The film mixes outrageous physical comedy with heartfelt family drama, following a successful real estate agent whose carefully planned life is turned upside down by the unexpected arrival of someone from his past. While the cast brings plenty of energy and the movie aims for an emotional message about family and perspective, the biggest question is whether its blend of raunchy humor and sincere storytelling actually works.
In this special episode of the Yo Show, I embark on an emotional trip to South Korea with my mother, returning to the places that shaped her early life. This wasn't just a tourist visit; it was a deep dive into my heritage, culture, and family history. We explore traditional tea houses in Insadong, discuss the experience of being a Black Korean comedian on global stages, and reflect on the beauty of aging with our parents. From the hilarious cultural clashes to the deeply moving realization of where my mom grew up, this vlog captures the essence of connecting with one's roots. Whether you are interested in travel vlogs, Korean culture, or personal stories about family legacy, this video offers a vulnerable and funny look at my transition from Houston to the streets of Seoul. Get ready for an honest conversation about language barriers, the surprising modernity of Korean infrastructure, and why we're even considering living there for a year. Come along for this unforgettable homecoming experience.0:00 - My Emotional Homecoming to Korea2:09 - Visiting a Traditional Korean Tea House3:42 - My Mom Explains Her Childhood Home5:17 - The Struggle of Being 6'3" in Korea7:36 - Why Korea is More Technologically Advanced9:35 - Reflecting on My Time on Korean TV12:05 - Reading Ruthless Korean YouTube Comments14:04 - Why Koreans Think I am 3516:21 - House of Yo Tour Dates & Wrap Up
As the middle child of five, Ping experienced a lot of family pressure and political pressure as she was raised in China during The Cultural Revolution from 1966 through 1976. Enduring tremendous upheaval, it took a toll on Ping and her family. Perhaps because of Ping's past, she found it in her heart to stand up against society and family. Ping was there for her daughter at a number of crucial life changing events. She deserves a lot of credit for believing in her daughter and her daughter's behavior, when culturally it was frowned upon. In one particular situation that you'll hear about in the interview Leslie says "my mom's lack of response saved me." So many lessons to learn from two women, very similar personalities yet a generation apart. Leslie shares that she knew at a young age that she wanted to leave China and go to college in the United States and it was her mother who stood in front of thousands and advocated for her daughter and didn't succumb to the intimidation. Today, Leslie is a mom and business owner. She is not a doctor, yet after her own experience of weight gain and years of studying and research, she now is able to help others with their food obsession. Her philosophy incorporates current day reasonings as well as Chinese traditions to reprogram your relationship with food. "It's rather a lifestyle and a kind of mindset and routine which can help you loose the weight effectively without being addicted to this weight loss game," suggests Chen. One of her suggestions for curbing further cravings for sugar is, "Teassert." She explains in the interview. Hope you enjoy our conversation. "Leslie Chen is a high-performance weight loss coach who helps high-achieving women all over the world get a head-turning body permanently and effortlessly, using timeless wisdom from Asia. Leslie's Resources For You: - To learn her work, visit www.riselean.com - To learn about how to overcome food obsession, visit www.riselean.com/food-obsession/ - Leslie's Guide To Lose Weight Left and Right Without Dieting:https://www.riselean.com/how-to-lose-weight-without-dieting/ - To learn about her weight loss coaching program and why constantly delivers success to people, visit www.riselean.com/weight-loss-coach - To join her free, limited-time masterclass The 5 Winning Keys To Stop Food Addiction While Gaining A Head-Turning Body, visit: www.riselean.training/r/c You can also follow her on LinkedIn (www.riselean.com/in/leslielchen) and TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@riselean) for frequently shared insights and knowledge. "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SHLTMM PODCAST:Link to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/ and https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantillo Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother
Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Heartfelt Farewell: A Shy Student's Summer Send-Off Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-07-07-07-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Sola skinte over den moderne forstaden, der elevenes latter fylte luften.En: The sun shone over the modern suburb, where the students' laughter filled the air.No: Det var siste skoledag før sommerferien.En: It was the last school day before summer vacation.No: Gater var fulle av energiske studenter, klare for lange dager med sol og frihet.En: Streets were full of energetic students, ready for long days of sun and freedom.No: Sindre sto ved skolens port.En: Sindre stood at the school gate.No: Han kjente hjertet slå raskere enn normalt.En: He felt his heart beating faster than usual.No: Dette var dagen.En: This was the day.No: Dagen han skulle takke Ingrid.En: The day he would thank Ingrid.No: Ingrid var alltid der.En: Ingrid was always there.No: Hun var den som smilte til Sindre i klassen, som passet på at ingen ble sittende alene i kantina, og som alltid hadde et vennlig ord på lur.En: She was the one who smiled at Sindre in class, who ensured no one sat alone in the cafeteria, and who always had a kind word up her sleeve.No: Hun var utadvendt og snill.En: She was outgoing and kind.No: Sindre beundret henne fra avstand, men de hadde aldri snakket mye sammen.En: Sindre admired her from afar, but they had never talked much.No: Sindre hadde tenkt lenge på dette.En: Sindre had thought about this for a long time.No: Han var sjenert og hadde vanskelig for å uttrykke følelsene sine.En: He was shy and found it difficult to express his feelings.No: Men Ingrid hadde gjort skoleåret lysere for ham.En: But Ingrid had made the school year brighter for him.No: Han ville gi henne noe.En: He wanted to give her something.No: Et minne.En: A memory.No: Et takk.En: A thank you.No: Etter mange netter med fundering bestemte Sindre seg for å skrive et lite, hjertelig brev.En: After many nights of pondering, Sindre decided to write a small, heartfelt letter.No: Og han fant en vakker liten bok i en bokhandel.En: And he found a beautiful little book in a bookstore.No: "Til Ingrid, for at du alltid lyser opp dagene" hadde han skrevet på en merkelapp og lagt ved brevet inni.En: "To Ingrid, for always brightening the days," he had written on a tag and placed it with the letter inside.No: Nå holdt han pakken i hånden, trygg på at dette var riktig.En: Now he held the package in his hand, confident that this was right.No: Rundt ham løp elevene sine veier, ropte og jublet om ferien som ventet.En: Around him, the students ran their ways, shouting and cheering about the vacation that awaited.No: Sindre så Ingrid nærme seg med noen venner.En: Sindre saw Ingrid approaching with some friends.No: Han tok en dyp pust og samlet mot.En: He took a deep breath and gathered courage.No: "Ingrid!" kalte han, kanskje litt høyere enn han hadde ment.En: "Ingrid!" he called, perhaps a bit louder than he had intended.No: Hun snudde seg.En: She turned around.No: Øynene møttes, og han kunne føle varmen fra den gløden hun alltid hadde.En: Their eyes met, and he could feel the warmth from the glow she always had.No: "Heisann, Sindre!" svarte Ingrid med sitt smil.En: "Hello, Sindre!" replied Ingrid with her smile.No: "H - håper det er greit," stammet han, mens han rakte frem den lille pakken.En: "I - I hope it's okay," he stammered, as he handed over the little package.No: "Jeg ville bare si takk.En: "I just wanted to say thank you.No: For alt i år.En: For everything this year.No: Du er flink til å få folk til å føle seg bra.En: You are great at making people feel good.No: Dette er en liten gave til deg."En: This is a small gift for you."No: Ingrid tok imot gaven og leste kortet.En: Ingrid received the gift and read the card.No: Øynene hennes ble blanke.En: Her eyes became misty.No: "Å, Sindre, det er så snilt av deg.En: "Oh, Sindre, that's so kind of you.No: Tusen takk!En: Thank you so much!No: Det betyr mye."En: It means a lot."No: Lettelsen strømmet gjennom Sindre.En: Relief flowed through Sindre.No: Angstens knuter løste seg opp.En: The knots of anxiety unraveled.No: "Ja, jeg tenkte bare..." Han trakk pusten igjen.En: "Yes, I just thought..." He took a breath again.No: "Jeg er glad vi er i samme klasse.En: "I'm glad we're in the same class.No: Kanskje vi kan finne på noe i sommer?"En: Maybe we can do something in the summer?"No: Ingrid nikket ivrig.En: Ingrid nodded eagerly.No: "Ja, det må vi!En: "Yes, we must!No: Jeg skal skrive til deg.En: I'll write to you.No: Vi finner på noe morsomt."En: We'll find something fun to do."No: Sindre forlot skolen den dagen med en lettere følelse i hjertet.En: Sindre left school that day with a lighter feeling in his heart.No: Han hadde overvunnet sin egen frykt og funnet en ny trygghet.En: He had overcome his own fear and found a new confidence.No: Kanskje ville sommeren bringe nye vennskap.En: Perhaps the summer would bring new friendships.No: Kanskje var dette bare begynnelsen.En: Perhaps this was just the beginning.No: Sindikatet av hus lå badet i sol, og fremtiden så lys ut.En: The suburb lay bathed in sun, and the future looked bright. Vocabulary Words:shone: skintesuburb: forstadenlaughter: latterenergetic: energiskegate: portbeating: slåoutgoing: utadvendtadmired: beundretshy: sjenertdifficult: vanskeligexpress: uttrykkepondering: funderingheartfelt: hjerteligbookstore: bokhandeltag: merkelappconfident: tryggapproaching: nærmestammered: stammetcheering: jubletpackage: pakkerelief: lettelseanxiety: angstunraveled: løste seg oppcourage: motmisty: blankeknots: knuterovercome: overvunnetconfidence: trygghetfriendships: vennskapbathed: badet
In hour 3, Mark is joined by David Strom, an Associate Editor with Hot Air. They discuss the latest allegations against Graham Platner and how the liberal media and Democratic party's hypocrisy has once again been pointed out. Mark is later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss the FBI Microsoft "Passwordless" scam, the latest way that malware is spreading on Mac software and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.
You don't want to miss this heart-opening conversation with Irene Vouvalides, VP & conference director for Helping Parents Heal. She's a shining light mom whose daughter Carly crossed when she was 24. Here's the story of how Irene found her way to helping parents heal and became an essential part of this powerful non-profit (HPH) as well as a group leader and caring listener for other grieving parents. When Carly crossed from a rare cancer, Irene thought she couldn't carry on. So she made a choice to "seek the light" and understand where Carly had gone. Her studies led her to other leaders at the Helping Parents Heal non-profit, who recognized Irene's extraordinary light and leadership skills. Inspired every day by Carly, Irene is the conference director for the bi-annual conferences and runs an affiliate group for grieving parents in Hilton Head, South Carolina. Her signs and assistance from Carly in spirit are daily occurrences. In this Mystical Conversation, she shares several, and they'll give you goosebumps! #HelpingParentsHeal #sacrednumerology #suefrederick #Mysticalconversations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce filled their wedding ceremony with emotion rather than tradition. The couple exchanged heartfelt 20-minute vows, reading from elegant gold booklets that left many guests wiping away tears. Instead of having bridesmaids and groomsmen, Taylor honored her younger brother, Austin Swift, as her "Man of Honor," while Travis chose his brother, Jason Kelce, as Best Man. Officiating the ceremony, Adam Sandler also shared one piece of marriage advice that drew smiles from everyone in attendance: "Keep kissing." Rob’s latest exclusives and insider reporting can be found at robshuter.substack.com My novel, It Started With A Whisper, is available now See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Fireworks and Confessions: A Love Story in Ueno Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-07-05-07-38-19-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 上野公園の夏の夜。En: A summer night at Ueno Park.Ja: 七夕の日。En: The night of the Tanabata festival.Ja: 公園はたくさんの人で賑わっていました。家族、カップル、友達。En: The park was bustling with people: families, couples, and friends.Ja: みんなが浴衣を着ていました。En: Everyone was wearing yukata.Ja: 屋台からは食べ物のいい香りが漂ってきます。En: From the food stalls, a wonderful aroma of food wafted through the air.Ja: 提灯が優しく揺れて、祭りの雰囲気をさらに盛り上げていました。En: The lanterns gently swayed, further enhancing the festive atmosphere.Ja: 大学生のヒロシは、カメラを抱えて公園に来ました。En: Daigakusei, or college student, Hiroshi came to the park with his camera.Ja: 彼の心にはある目的がありました。En: He had a certain purpose in mind.Ja: 幼馴染のユキに、ずっと伝えたかった気持ちがあったのです。En: There was a feeling he had wanted to convey to his childhood friend Yuki for a long time.Ja: でも、ユキはまだそれに気づいていません。En: However, Yuki hadn't realized it yet.Ja: ヒロシはそっとアキラの方を見ます。En: Hiroshi quietly glanced at Akira.Ja: アキラはヒロシの親友で、彼の気持ちを知っています。En: Akira was Hiroshi's best friend and knew of his feelings.Ja: 「今日こそ、言うんだぞ」とアキラが言いました。En: "Today, you're really going to tell her," Akira said.Ja: ヒロシは小さく頷きました。En: Hiroshi nodded slightly.Ja: でも、心の中は不安でいっぱいです。En: However, his heart was filled with anxiety.Ja: もし、ユキに振られたら友達としての関係も壊れてしまうかもしれません。En: If Yuki rejected him, it might also ruin their friendship.Ja: それが一番の心配でした。En: That was his greatest worry.Ja: 花火が始まりました。En: The fireworks began.Ja: 夜空に次々と広がる色とりどりの花火。En: Colors spread across the night sky one after another.Ja: ヒロシはカメラを手に取り、シャッターを切りました。En: Hiroshi picked up his camera and pressed the shutter.Ja: 美しい光景をカメラに収めることは、彼の大好きなことです。En: Capturing the beautiful scenery with his camera was something he loved.Ja: ユキは花火に夢中でした。En: Yuki was captivated by the fireworks.Ja: 楽しそうに笑う彼女を見て、ヒロシは決意しました。En: Watching her laugh happily, Hiroshi resolved himself.Ja: 言うべき時が来た、と。En: The time had come to tell her.Ja: 「ユキ」とヒロシは小声で呼びかけました。En: "Yuki," Hiroshi called out softly.Ja: 彼の声は小さかったけれど、ユキは気づきました。En: Even though his voice was quiet, Yuki noticed.Ja: 「どうしたの?」と彼女が問いかけます。En: "What is it?" she asked.Ja: しかし、その時大きな花火が夜空を彩りました。En: However, at that moment, a large firework burst across the night sky.Ja: ユキはそれに目を奪われ、ヒロシは再び言葉を飲み込みました。En: Yuki was captivated by it, and Hiroshi swallowed his words once again.Ja: 心臓がドキドキと音を立てます。En: His heart was pounding loudly.Ja: 「ユキ、ずっと好きだった」とヒロシはやっとの思いで言いました。En: "Yuki, I've always liked you," Hiroshi managed to say.Ja: 花火の音が消えた瞬間、ユキはヒロシを見つめました。En: The moment the sound of the fireworks ceased, Yuki looked at Hiroshi.Ja: 彼女の顔には驚きと喜びの感情が入り混じっています。En: Her face was a mix of surprise and joy.Ja: 「ヒロシ、本当に?」ユキの声には嬉しさが溢れていました。En: "Hiroshi, really?" Yuki's voice was filled with happiness.Ja: ヒロシは緊張で固まっていた肩をようやくリラックスさせました。En: Hiroshi was finally able to relax the shoulders that had been tense with nerves.Ja: 「はい、本当です」と彼は頷きました。En: "Yes, really," he nodded.Ja: 二人はしばらくその場で立ち尽くしました。En: The two of them stood there for a while.Ja: 周囲の喧騒がまるで遠ざかっていくように感じました。En: It felt as if the noise around them was fading into the distance.Ja: 最後の花火が夜空を引き裂くように響き渡りました。En: The final firework echoed as if tearing through the night sky.Ja: その音と共に、ヒロシの心も新しい一歩を踏み出したのです。En: Along with that sound, Hiroshi's heart took a new step forward.Ja: その夜、ヒロシは大切なことを学びました——時には勇気を出して自分の気持ちを伝えることが、関係を深める大きな一歩となることを。En: That night, Hiroshi learned something important—sometimes, taking the courage to express your feelings can be a big step in deepening a relationship.Ja: ユキは微笑み、ヒロシの手をそっと握りました。En: Yuki smiled and gently took Hiroshi's hand.Ja: 彼の日常は変わり始めていました。En: His daily life was beginning to change.Ja: そして、その変化が心にぬくもりをもたらしました。En: And that change brought warmth to his heart.Ja: 上野公園の灯りが消え、祭りの賑わいも静かに終わりを迎えましたが、ヒロシとユキの心には、新しい灯火がともされていたのです。En: The lights of Ueno Park were turned off, and the festival's lively noise also came to a quiet end, but in the hearts of Hiroshi and Yuki, a new light had been kindled. Vocabulary Words:summer: 夏festival: 祭りbustling: 賑わってlanterns: 提灯swayed: 揺れてenhancing: 盛り上げてpurpose: 目的convey: 伝えたかったrealized: 気づいてglanced: 見ますrejected: 振られたruin: 壊れてworry: 心配fireworks: 花火shutter: シャッターcaptivated: 夢中resolved: 決意softly: 小声pounding: ドキドキmanaged: やっとの思いsurprise: 驚きjoy: 喜びrelax: リラックスtense: 固まってechoed: 響き渡りましたtearing: 引き裂くcourage: 勇気express: 伝えるdeepening: 深めるrelationships: 関係
Has poop always been funny? Why does my cake mix have high altitude instructions? What breakfast foods won't you get sick of? What percent of my car should be computer? …Hank and Kal have answers!If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmail.comJoin us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohnProduced for Hank and John Green by ComplexlySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
My guest, Kristina, was fortunate to have at least two significant female role models in her life. One being her mother and the other, her maternal grandmother, Lucia, who was the more compassionate one. As the oldest of three children, Kristina felt that her mom was hardest on her. She shares wonderful stories of cooking delicious Italian food with her mom, everything from scratch and loves having all the family recipes. Her mother was very talented and creative, very charismatic yet her mom didn't believe in herself, didn't have the same confidence that her daughter has. "She was an amazing seamstress, made all their Communion dresses and gowns." Unfortunately, Linda Marie "suffered from a lot of anxieties and narcissism as well and it would affect her and make her really insecure," reflects my guest. As an adult, Kristina has been in therapy and it's helped her to start her healing process. This has been a difficult journey however, Kristina has come to understand and appreciate that "her mom was doing the best with what she had. She was working to be the best version of herself every day." Lucia also shares with us her beautifully crocheted -Curiously Created Creations-Bella and friends. Lucia's mom always wanted her daughter to be a teacher. Now, Kristina has created these darling children's books and stuffed animals "to help children process their feelings and help them navigate through their range of emotions. "These books are love letters to my mom. I think it's important to acknowledge the trauma, it's important to see the dysfunciton, but the healing is equily as important because it's showing that we do have a choice. My mom's choice was to raise the best kids she could possibly raise." Her main character of the series is Bella Lucia. The mission of the series, explains Kristina, "is communication between parents and children. I like to focus on that because when we're able to identify through our feelings and communicate with each other, we're able to acknowledge it and get down to the why." I hope you enjoy our conversation. WWEBSITE: https://cccokl.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/KristinaLucia21583 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ccc_of_kristina_lucia/ PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/kristinalucia0006/ TIK TOK: @ccc_kristina_lucia LINKEDIN:https://www.linkedin.com/company/curiously-curated-creations/about/ https://www.subscribepage.com/a-simple-activity-to-spend-quality-time-with-your-child_copy "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SHLTMM PODCAST:Link to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/ and https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantillo Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother
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Will John release a “John's Version” of his books like Taylor Swift? How do I start writing again? What can I look forward to in adulthood? How long does it take love to go to the sun and back? Where does our responsibility to ourselves end and our responsibility to others begin? …Paige and John have answers!If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmail.comJoin us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohnProduced for Hank and John Green by ComplexlySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
It was a pleasure to speak with Jessica and listen as she shared all that she experienced as a high school drop out and single mother with a husband behind bars. This major turning point in her life, motivated her to complete her GED as well as complete college and law school, with honors, in order to help those similarly unfamiliar with the way the criminal justice system works. When you hear the compelling stories about both Jessica and her mother, you'll say, 'the fruit doesn't fall far from the tree.' Both women have been working tirelessly for decades in order to educate victims and their family members, as well as inform society to be more compassionate and aware and to update the parole and probation system. Resilience is one of the words that Jessica uses over and over again when describing her mother Maria who is originally from Stockholm, Sweden. Jessica also describes her mom as "a pioneer in her field." Very early on in the AIDS epidemic, Maria was involved with helping patients and their families maneuver the scary waters of a frightening disease. While in graduate school, Maria brought her days old daughter Jessica with her to class. Jessica went where ever her mother took her, to HIV/Aids conferences, seminars, etc. "She showed us" says Jessica, when referring to her mother, "by her actions, not her words, on how to live life." Jessica was adamant about how her mom had a "show them, don't tell them" philosophy about life. In other words, Maria was an example by her actions, not her words. Jessica reflects, "I never once saw my mom give up." Again, the parallels between mother and daughter are striking, Maria working with HIV/AIDS patients and Jessica with people in prison. Again, those whose lives were turned upside down, found a smart, caring and devoted women to make a difference in these unfortunate individuals lives. When Kim Kardashian West wanted tutoring in law once aware of wrongfully incarcerated first time offenders, she went to Jessica Jackson for help. On November 29, 2019, USA Today wrote "Kim Kardashian West came on board with the campaign after she heard about Alice Marie Johnson, a grandmother who had served 21 years of a life sentence for her first-ever drug conviction, and was moved to help. Kardashian West was instrumental in convincing Trump to grant Johnson clemency. " That's just one of thousands of cases that Jackson has had overturned and continues to fight in order to get families back together under one roof. Both of these women with all that they have accomplished and continue to accomplish is living proof that if you set your mind to something, anything and everything is possible. As Maria said to her daughter "you can do anything, you can achieve anything, if you work hard enough." REFORM Alliance Mission Statement: REFORM Alliance aims to transform probation and parole by changing laws, systems and culture to create real pathways to work and wellbeing. A justice system that holds people accountable and redirects back to work and wellbeing leads to stronger families and safer communities. Instead of keeping people trapped in a revolving door from probation/parole to prison — which costs taxpayers billions of dollars — we're working to move people from the justice system into stability. History REFORM's story starts with the unjust re-imprisonment of recording artist Meek Mill. The shocking two-to-four year sentence he received for popping a wheelie spurred the international #FreeMeek movement, which led to release on bail and eventually his freedom. Although Meek had the resources and public platform to fight his case, his case is only one of millions. The vast majority of people trapped in the system don't get their stories told, or have the resources to fight back. On January 23, 2019, a world-class group of philanthropists and activists came together to launch the REFORM Alliance to change this REFORM Alliance 1675 Broadway, 21st Floor New York, NY 10019-5820 If you would like to learn more about how to support REFORM, please contact us at development@reformalliance.com. #cut50-Co founder along with Van JonesAn organization designed to cut prison populations, but also wipe out the stigmas associated with being incarcerated because of the current criminal justice system. The family member behind bars is not the only one negatively affected. COO/CAO Reform Alliance; Fmr. Mayor & Council Member City of Mill Valley; WEF Young Global Leader; Co-founder of #cut50; Human Rights Attorney "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SHLTMM PODCAST:Link to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/ and https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantillo Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother
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Born on her father's 25th birthday, Lynette Kittle shares how every few years their shared birthday falls on Father's Day, a coincidence that makes the day feel especially tender and significant. As a child, her father seemed perfect. As an adult, she realized he wasn't, and discovered that it didn't matter nearly as much as she thought it would, because love, as 1 Peter 4:8 reminds us, covers a multitude of sins. In this warm and grace-filled episode for Father's Day, Lynette invites us to shift our gaze from the ways our fathers have disappointed us toward the reasons God has given us to be genuinely grateful for them. Fatherhood, Lynette reminds us, was God's idea from the beginning. He is the original Father of all creation, and He made man in His image to reflect His fatherly qualities and pass His strengths on to future generations. Our fathers don't have to be perfect for us to have hearts full of gratitude for the life God gave us through them, for the lessons they taught us even through their shortcomings, and for the honored place God has given them in the family and in our lives. Whether your father has been faithful and steadfast or has fallen short in significant ways, he is still a man created in the image of God, and that alone is reason enough to bring a prayer of thanksgiving before the Father who made him. Today's Bible Verse "Do not rebuke an older man harshly, but exhort him as if he were your father. Treat younger men as brothers."— 1 Timothy 5:1, NIV Ponder Today Fatherhood was God's idea. He is the original Father, and He created human fathers to reflect His qualities and pass His strengths to future generations. That divine design alone gives us reason for gratitude. Our fathers don't have to be perfect for us to be grateful. Love covers a multitude of sins on both sides of the relationship. Choosing gratitude over grievance is not denial — it is a grace-filled act of faith. Fathers are essential, not expendable. Despite cultural messages that diminish the role of fathers in the family, Scripture is clear: honoring our father and mother is the first commandment given with a promise of blessing (Ephesians 6:2-3). Even a father's shortcomings can teach us something valuable. God works through imperfect people to shape us — what to pursue, what to avoid, how to persevere. The lessons we learn from our fathers, even the hard ones, are not wasted. A Prayer for You Today Dear Father, today we want to express heartfelt gratitude to You for our fathers, for those who have been faithful to You in the honored positions You have given them. We thank You for their steadfastness, love, and endurance. We are grateful for the ways You have strengthened and guided their steps so that they might lead us in righteousness. And Father, we thank You too for the fathers who have fallen short, because even so, they are created in Your image and You gave us life through them. On Father's Day and all year long, we offer heartfelt gratitude to You for creating the fathers through whom You have given us life. In Jesus' name, Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer stirred gratitude in your heart for the father God placed in your life, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to nourish your faith and your most important relationships every day. If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Your Nightly Prayer - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
How do I best support someone trying to quit smoking? Why do migraines create such strange symptoms? Why are dead people and animals in cartoons often depicted with Xs for eyes? What do I do with a headstone in my backyard that is from the 1800s? How should I display all my nerdfighter memorabilia? Do ducks have ears? …Hank and John Green have answers!If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmail.comJoin us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohnProduced for Hank and John Green by ComplexlySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
One of the greatest gifts Hashem has given us is the ability to speak to Him. A person can turn to Hashem at any moment, from any place, and ask for His help. Sometimes we pray for ourselves, and sometimes we pray for others. When we pray for others, we may never get to see what our tefillot have accomplished. We say a few words, shed a few tears, and then move on with our lives. But we must know how valuable every tefillah is. Sometimes Hashem allows us to see just how powerful one heartfelt tefillah can be. A rabbi related the following story, which he heard directly from the man to whom it happened. One evening at around 7:30 in Bnei Brak, there was a knock at a man's door. Anyone with a large family can imagine what a home looks like at that hour. Children everywhere, the house bustling, everyone busy. He opened the door and saw a man standing there. "Mazal Tov," the visitor said. "I just had a baby girl." "Mazal Tov," the man replied, but he was confused. He barely knew the person standing at his door and couldn't understand why he had come. The visitor then asked if he could come in for a few minutes. After sitting down, he said, "I want to take you back about nine months, to Simchat Torah. "I had been married for eighteen years without children. Most of the time I managed, but Simchat Torah was especially painful for me. Everywhere I looked, fathers were dancing with their children. I felt I couldn't take it anymore. I decided I was not going to pray in my regular shul that day. Instead, I went to a different shul where you happened to be praying. "I was sitting by myself there, and you came over to me and asked why I was sitting. You then told me to gather up my children and go dance with everyone. "I answered you sharply. I told you that I had specifically come to this shul because I couldn't bear watching everybody celebrate with their children when I didn't have any. I felt like you had poured salt on my open wound. "You may not have realized it, but after our conversation, I watched you walk over to the Aron Kodesh. You started crying out to Hashem, saying, 'Ribbono Shel Olam, why did I just say that? Why did I speak that way? What did I do? Please help this man. Please send him a yeshuah.'" The man had no idea that anything had come from that tefillah. The visitor continued, "You didn't know my name. You didn't know my story. You knew nothing about me. You simply stood there and begged Hashem to help me, with tears streaming down your face. "Before Sukkot, we had just received results from a major specialist telling us there was virtually no chance we would ever have children. But from Motzaei Simchat Torah until now, everything changed. "Today, after eighteen years of marriage, my first child, a baby girl, was born. You are the very first person I came to tell. I wanted you to know that your tefillah helped bring this yeshuah." Look at how valuable even a short tefillah can be. A person may think that a few words spoken to Hashem cannot possibly make a difference, but they can. This man wasn't even asked to pray. He didn't know any details. He simply felt the pain of another Jew. And when he realized that he may have added to that pain, he ran to the Aron Kodesh and cried out from the depths of his heart. Nine months later, Hashem showed him what those words accomplished. We never know what one sincere tefillah can accomplish. We never know how much can be achieved when we pray for another person with genuine care. Every tefillah matters. Every tear is counted. And sometimes Hashem allows us a glimpse into the incredible power of our words.
Five years is a long time to stay committed to anything. Over that time, priorities change, responsibilities grow, and life looks different than it did at the beginning. What starts as an idea often requires far more patience, flexibility, and persistence than expected. Building something consistently also teaches lessons that cannot be learned from a book or a course. Many of those lessons come from trial and error, adjusting when things are not working, and continuing even when progress feels slow. It is easy to focus on downloads, views, and other numbers. But some of the most meaningful impact happens in conversations, connections, and feedback from people whose lives have been influenced in ways that cannot always be measured. In this special 5th anniversary episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, Dr. Derrick Burgess reflects on the journey from launching the podcast in 2021 to producing more than 220 episodes and interviewing over 130 guests. He shares five lessons he has learned along the way, including the importance of consistency, adaptability, adding value to others, and focusing on impact rather than metrics. Through personal reflections and highlights from past episodes, this conversation offers practical encouragement for anyone working toward a long-term goal or building something that matters to them. "You will never know the extent of your potential until you give it something to do. Your potential needs to be tested." – Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: 00:01:02 – Celebrating five years of the podcast 00:03:28 – Lesson #1: Consistency is key 00:05:50 – Lesson #2: Don't take yourself too seriously 00:07:18 – Lesson #3: Be adaptable 00:08:31 – Lesson #4: Add value to others 00:10:21 – Lesson #5: The power of organic growth 00:11:13 – Why impact is bigger than numbers 00:13:19 – Just start and keep going 00:15:22 – Finding value in every experience 00:17:24 – Advice for aspiring podcasters 00:18:48 – The importance of delegation and support 00:19:43 – Why the perfect time never comes 00:21:19 – Focus on your trajectory, not your current position 00:22:00 – Defining success through your values 00:23:11 – Mental toughness and positive self-talk 00:24:57 – Growth requires doing the work 00:25:59 – Reaching your full potential 00:26:54 – Closing Key Takeaways: "Consistency is key, and from that, you'll continue to grow, continue to refine your processes, and new opportunities will open up." "Always be open to collaborate with others." "Your impact is more than you can measure through those numbers." "If you are adaptable and you're willing to grow and learn as you go, I promise you it will be a blessing more than you can understand where you are right now." "Your most valuable asset is your time." "The time is now. Waiting on the season to be perfect probably will not occur." "Be more concerned about your trajectory than your current location." "Don't worry about the one that you just shot, worry about the next one." "You can't continue to stay on the negative mental side, because it's just gonna take you down." "Disappoint procrastination and commit to releasing your full potential." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about Scrubs to Skylines: https://www.instagram.com/scrubstoskylines/ This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.
Five-time Grammy Award-winning artist CeeLo Green joins Rickey Smiley On The Spot for one of the most entertaining and insightful conversations yet. This conversation originally took place on the Rickey Smiley On The Spot podcast, CeeLo dives into Atlanta's influence on music, the rise of Dungeon Family, and the lessons he's learned throughout his incredible journey of working with Kanye, Outkast, and more. Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts: Listen On Apple Podcasts Spotify: Listen On Spotify CHAPTERS (00:25) - Intro (02:23) - The truth about joining Outkast (03:34) - Filling in for Big Boi & joining Goodie Mob (04:33) - The origins of Gnarls Barkley (05:31) - Connecting with Danger Mouse in Athens (06:59) - Collaborating with Kanye West on "Bully" (10:10) - Performing "Bully" at SoFi Stadium ABOUT THE PODCAST Rickey Smiley On The Spot is Rickey in his truest form — Authentic. Funny. Heartfelt. Honest. Each episode brings audiences up close with one of comedy’s most trusted voices as he dives into real conversations that mix humor with humanity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why is the healing process always so itchy? Why are the acknowledgements usually cut out of audio books? How do I find time for writing as a busy and exhausted parent? When you look out an airplane window, why don't the clouds look like they're going by fast? How do I keep loving the media I love when it is being criticized online?…Hank and John Green have answers!If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmail.comJoin us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohnProduced for Hank and John Green by ComplexlySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hank interviews John in the first episode of his new podcast, Humans! They talk about why John's worried about Hank, why being in favor of humans is now counter-cultural, how John's seminary training might have helped the brothers' internet success, and what Mark Twain has to do with any of it. You've heard them interact before — but not like this.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Why can you see the outline of the full moon during a crescent moon? What do I do with a surplus of basil plants? How do I make amends with my mom? How do light particles not bump into each other and mess up their trajectories? Are Hank and John aware of how American they are? What do I do with my tongue at the dentist? …Hank and John Green have answers!If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmail.comJoin us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohnProduced for Hank and John Green by ComplexlySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How do I adjust to a new school? Are ducks up to something? Why are puzzles so satisfying? Do ocean mammals drink salt water? How did Hank come up with 2D glasses? If the sun disappeared, would earth eventually find another star to orbit? …Hank and John Green have answers!If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmail.comJoin us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohnProduced for Hank and John Green by ComplexlySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.