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On New Year's Eve in Benton Harbor, Michigan, Army Sergeant Kemia Hessel's husband is murdered. Police video shows a distraught Hessel, but investigators believe she arranged her spouse's death. (OAD 2/16/24) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Amber welcomes LoveShackFancy founder Rebecca Hessel Cohen to talk about building one of fashion's most recognizable lifestyle brands from the ground up.Rebecca shares how LoveShackFancy started with a bridesmaid dress she designed for her own wedding while working as a fashion editor at Cosmopolitan, and how that side project evolved into a global brand with 27 immersive retail stores, cult-favorite collaborations, and a devoted multi-generational community.Amber and Rebecca get into the evolution of retail, growing a brand through creators and community, why collaborations have become one of LoveShackFancy's biggest growth drivers, and how Rebecca balances creativity with scaling a rapidly growing business.They also talk motherhood, raising daughters in New York City, working alongside family, and why staying creatively inspired is Rebecca's most important job as a founder.From trunk shows in the Hamptons to viral collaborations, Rebecca shares how she's built LoveShackFancy into far more than a fashion brand, but a world people want to be part of.LTK for CreatorsLTK for BrandsLearn more about More To SayWatch on YouTubeFollow and shop Amber's LTKFollow Amber on InstagramConnect with Amber on LinkedInFollow Rebecca on InstagramShop LoveShackFancy on LTK Follow LoveShackFancy on InstagramFollow LoveShackFancy on TikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity who makes Christ's work real in our lives. Through the Spirit, believers are freed from condemnation and become God's temple where He dwells. We are adopted as God's children with direct access to our heavenly Father. The Spirit produces His fruit in us - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control - rather than works of the flesh. Living by the Spirit means depending on Him daily and allowing His presence to transform how we respond to life's challenges.https://www.ankenyfree.church

In this episode, Victoria sits down with Rebecca Hessel Cohen, founder of LoveShackFancy. They discuss how Rebecca went from working as a fashion editor at Cosmopolitan to building one of the most recognizable brands in fashion. Rebecca shares the story behind the original bridesmaid dress that launched the company, the early years before opening a retail store, and how LoveShackFancy evolved from a niche aesthetic into a full lifestyle universe. They also discuss the viral ruffle skirt that became one of the most copied fashion pieces online, navigating dupes and copycats, scaling without diluting the brand, building immersive retail experiences, and what makes collaborations actually work. Plus Rebecca's advice for standing out in fashion, building a recognizable point of view, and turning aspiration into community.Follow Fashion & Founders:Podcast IG: @fashionandfoundersPodcast Substack: Fashion and FoundersPodcast Website: fashionandfounders.comPodcast TikTok: @fashionandfoundersPodcast LinkedIn: Fashion and FoundersPodcast YouTube: Fashion and FoundersPodcast Links: Shop MyFollow LoveShackFancy:IG: @loveshackfancyTikTok: @loveshackfancyShopFollow Rebecca:IG: @becknycTikTok: @becknyc_Glamsquad:Code: FASHIONANDFOUNDERS for $20 offRent the Runway:Use code: RTRXVSMITH50 and get 50% off your first month!Thanks for listening! 

Porceleyne Fles, ook wel bekend als Royal Delft Group, produceert sinds 1653 Delfts Blauw. In 2003 redde wijlen miljardair John Fentener van Vlissingen het bedrijf van de ondergang, om een van de oudste Nederlandse ambachten te beschermen. Inmiddels is Royal Delft Group een vastgoedtak en een kaasschavenproducent rijker, en boekte het in 2025 voor het eerst in jaren weer winst. Maar, durven consumenten door alle onzekerheid nog wel een dure vaas of wandbord van Delfts Blauw te kopen? Hessel Hoekstra, topman van Royal Delft Group is te gast in BNR Zakendoen. Macro met Mujagić Elke dag een intrigerende gedachtewisseling over de stand van de macro-economie. Op maandag en vrijdag gaat presentator Thomas van Zijl in gesprek met econoom Arnoud Boot, de rest van de week praat Van Zijl met econoom Edin Mujagić. Ook altijd terug te vinden als je een aflevering gemist hebt. Blik op de wereld Wat speelt zich vandaag af op het wereldtoneel? Het laatste nieuws uit bijvoorbeeld Oekraïne, het Midden-Oosten, de Verenigde Staten of Brussel hoor je iedere werkdag om 12.10 van onze vaste experts en eigen redacteuren en verslaggevers. Ook los te vinden als podcast. Lobbypanel Een aliantie in het Europees Parlement trekt op tegen big tech. En: gaat het lobbyregister er dan eindelijk van komen? Dat en meer bespreken we in het lobbypanel. - Sybrig van Keep, public affairs adviseur - Peter van Keulen, oprichter van Public Matters Luister l Lobbypanel Zakenlunch Elke dag, tijdens de lunch, geniet je mee van het laatste zakelijke nieuws, actuele informatie over de financiële markten en ander economische actualiteiten. Op een ontspannen manier word je als luisteraar bijgepraat over alles wat er speelt in de wereld van het bedrijfsleven en de beurs. En altijd terug te vinden als podcast, mocht je de lunch gemist hebben. Contact & Abonneren BNR Zakendoen zendt elke werkdag live uit van 11:00 tot 13:30 uur. Je kunt de redactie bereiken via e-mail. Abonneren op de podcast van BNR Zakendoen kan via bnr.nl/zakendoen, of via Apple Podcast en Spotify. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Albina du Boisrouvray est philanthrope, productrice de cinéma et autrice de Naviguer l'existence. Venue d'une bonne famille, elle a donné la quasi-totalité de sa fortune à sa fondation FXB pour sortir 100 000 personnes de l'extrême pauvreté.Je connais peu de trajectoires aussi denses que celle d'Albina. Militante écologiste dans les années 70 quand personne n'écoutait, productrice de cinéma dans un milieu misogyne, candidate aux législatives en 78, et puis surtout : mère d'un fils de 24 ans mort dans un accident d'hélicoptère, celui dans lequel se trouvait aussi Daniel Balavoine. Ce que j'aime chez Albina, c'est qu'elle n'est pas dans la posture. Elle dit qu'elle ne sait pas toujours comment elle a tenu. Elle dit qu'elle a parfois tort. Elle dit que son manque d'études l'a probablement rendue plus libre que si elle avait fait l'ENA.Dans cet épisode, nous parlons de deuil, de sens, de résilience et de cette méthode qu'elle a inventée contre l'avis de tout le monde, "la graduation approach", qui transgresse la doxa du micro-crédit. J'ai questionné Albina sur les bouées qu'elles considèrent comme la colonne vertébrale de toute son existence : ne jamais se pourrir le présent pour un futur qu'on ne peut pas imaginer.Citations marquantes"La mort aura toujours le dernier mot. Mais qu'elle n'ait pas le dernier mot plus vite qu'elle devrait l'avoir.""La résilience, c'est apprendre à vivre avec. Pas s'en débarrasser. Vivre avec.""Quand j'ai vu que les gens à qui on apportait tout ça, leurs yeux s'illuminaient — ça réallumait ma propre capacité à ressentir du bonheur.""Quand on est convaincu d'avoir raison, il faut aussi questionner ça. Il faut tout questionner.""Ne jamais se pourrir le présent pour un avenir qu'on ne peut absolument pas imaginer, parce qu'il ne se passe jamais comme on l'a imaginé."Idées centrales 1. La résilience n'efface pas la douleur — elle l'intègre Titre : "Apprendre à vivre avec, pas à guérir" Albina ne dit pas qu'elle a "surmonté" la mort de son fils. Elle dit qu'elle a appris à vivre avec l'amputation. Ce décalage — entre guérir et intégrer — change tout dans la manière dont on traverse les épreuves. Cyrulnik lui a donné les mots. La vie lui a donné la méthode. Pourquoi c'est important : On vend trop souvent la résilience comme une victoire sur la douleur. Albina dit l'inverse : c'est une coexistence. Timestamp : ~07:00–10:052. Donner aux autres peut rallumer ce qu'on croyait éteint en soi Titre : "Le bonheur des autres comme carburant personnel" Ce n'est pas de la générosité romantique. C'est une mécanique très précise : quand tu vois les yeux de quelqu'un s'illuminer parce que tu lui as apporté quelque chose, ça rouvre ta propre capacité à ressentir. Albina l'a découvert au Liban en 1987, un an après la mort de François. Pourquoi c'est important : Ça retourne la question du sens — on ne trouve pas le sens en cherchant, on le trouve en faisant. Timestamp : ~20:44–21:463. La transgression comme méthode : donner plutôt que prêter Titre : "La graduation approach contre la doxa du micro-crédit" La grande transgression d'Albina : donner des entreprises aux familles au lieu de leur prêter de l'argent, et accompagner ça avec l'accès simultané à tous les droits de base. Les Nations Unies disaient que ça ne se faisait pas. Elle l'a fait quand même. Résultat : 86% de réussite, 100 000 personnes sorties de l'extrême pauvreté. Pourquoi c'est important : Quand le consensus est fort, c'est souvent le moment de questionner, pas d'obéir. Timestamp : ~13:20–18:044. Penser par soi-même contre les doxas de son époque Titre : "Quitter une réunion d'extrême gauche en 1970 parce qu'on y préparait des attentats" Elle a été militante gauchiste jusqu'au jour où elle a compris que ça menait au terrorisme. Elle a refusé le micro-crédit quand tout le monde le défendait. Elle a soutenu le maintien du nucléaire quand sa famille politique voulait le démanteler. Sa boussole : ses propres valeurs, pas les étiquettes. Pourquoi c'est important : La liberté de pensée n'est pas un droit qu'on reçoit — c'est une discipline qu'on exerce contre soi-même d'abord. Timestamp : ~45:24–48:325. Le capitalisme n'est pas le problème. Le capitalisme débridé, si. Titre : "L'offre et la demande ça fonctionne — le problème c'est quand ça sert les actionnaires plutôt que les humains" Elle fait une distinction que peu de militant.e.s de sa génération acceptent : la nature humaine n'est pas totalement oblative, il faut un intérêt pour que ça marche. Ce qui ne fonctionne pas, c'est l'article de Friedman de 1970 qui a scellé l'idée que le seul but d'une entreprise est de redistribuer des dividendes. Pourquoi c'est important : On ne changera pas le système en le refusant en bloc. On le change en redéfinissant ce qu'il sert. Timestamp : ~36:28–39:16Questions posées dans l'interviewTu dis que l'avenir a perdu ses promesses — mais pour ta génération, les 30 glorieuses, c'était le contraire. Qu'est-ce qui a changé, selon toi?Comment on traverse la mort d'un enfant sans se laisser détruire?Est-ce que c'est la douleur qui t'a poussée vers l'humanitaire, ou tu l'aurais fait de toute façon?La graduation approach était une transgression totale à l'époque. Comment tu as eu le courage de contredire le consensus des Nations Unies?Comment on fait pour ne pas laisser sa famille imposer notre destin — surtout quand on l'aime?Tu parles de "ne pas accepter les doxas de son époque" — mais comment tu sais que tu n'es pas juste en train de remplacer une doxa par une autre?La place des femmes — tu dis que rien n'est acquis. Qu'est-ce que tu dirais à une femme jeune aujourd'hui face au retour des religions et du patriarcat?Comment tu pratiques l'instant présent concrètement? C'est une philosophie ou une discipline quotidienne?Avec le recul de tes 80 ans, qu'est-ce que tu changerais dans ta manière de vivre?A quoi tu veux claquer la porte — et où est-ce que tu veux ouvrir?Références citées dans l'épisodeLivresNaviguer l'existence — Albina du Boisrouvray (fil rouge de tout l'épisode) ~00:29Indignez-vous! — Stéphane Hessel (résonance sur la capacité d'indignation d'Albina) ~25:04Livre de Boris Cyrulnik sur la résilience (titre non précisé, mais "ça a totalement résonné") ~07:38Articles / textesArticle de Thomas Friedman (journaliste) sur "l'ère du polysène" — le monde comme système complexe et non binaire ~34:03Article de Milton Friedman (économiste, NYT, 1970) — le seul but d'une entreprise est de redistribuer des dividendes aux actionnaires ~35:44Documentaire Arte sur la violence de l'extrême droite en France et en Allemagne ~54:21PersonnesDaniel Balavoine — mort dans l'accident d'hélicoptère du Paris-Dakar 1986 ~01:03François, son fils — pilote de l'hélicoptère, 24 ans ~06:55Bernard Kouchner — mission au Liban en 1987 ~20:44Professeur Jonathan Mann (Harvard/OMS) — paradigme santé publique, alerte sur les orphelins du SIDA ~11:37Mohamed Yunus — micro-crédit (admiré, mais insuffisant pour l'extrême pauvreté) ~14:15Brice Lalonde, René Dumont — militants écologistes des années 70 ~05:04André Gorz — cité rapidement comme proche des mouvements écolos ~05:03André Delvaux — réalisateur belge représenté par Albina à Cannes ~48:59Kim Chapiron — réalisateur français, propos sur la représentation des musulmans au cinéma post-2001 ~53:32Anne Chirac — avait posé des pots de fleurs sur les Champs-Élysées en réponse aux plaidoyers écologistes ~04:04OrganisationsFXB (Fondation François-Xavier Bagnoud) — fondée par Albina ~12:24Médecins sans Frontières / Médecins du Monde — Albina a été bénévole ~22:59Banque mondiale, BRAC, Ford Foundation — ont repris la graduation approach à grande échelle ~18:31ConceptsRésilience (Cyrulnik) ~07:38Graduation approach (méthode FXB) ~15:48Polysène — ère où tout est imbriqué, plus rien n'est binaire ~34:03Famille étendue africaine ~13:32Bouddhisme : "ici et maintenant" ~59:50Talmud / pil-poul : questionnement constant ~47:07Timestamps clés (optimisés YouTube)00:00 — Introduction VLAN Greg ouvre sur la question centrale du podcast : "Et si on pouvait à nouveau se réjouir du futur?" Présentation d'Albina, de son livre Naviguer l'existence et de ses 12 bouées de sauvetage.01:55 — Les 12 bouées : pourquoi des bouées et pas des clés "Les clés ouvrent des portes. Les bouées, elles te sauvent dans une tempête." Une distinction qui dit tout sur l'état dans lequel elle perçoit le monde aujourd'hui.02:05 — L'avenir a perdu ses promesses Retour sur les 40 glorieuses, l'espoir de l'après-guerre, et le moment où tout a basculé. Albina raconte comment elle portait l'alerte climatique il y a 50 ans — et comment personne ne l'écoutait, même dans les réunions politiques enfumées.06:38 — Bouée #1 : ne pas se laisser détruire par le malheur La mort de son fils François à 24 ans. Comment on tient. Ce que la résilience veut vraiment dire. Cyrulnik lui a donné les mots, la vie lui a donné la méthode.10:50 — Comment la douleur l'a conduite à l'humanitaire Un an après la mort de François, elle part avec Kouchner au Liban porter des médicaments des deux côtés de la ligne de front. Elle retrouve là, pour la première fois, sa capacité à ressentir du bonheur.13:20 — La transgression de la graduation approach En Afrique, elle comprend que son modèle occidental ne fonctionne pas. Elle invente une méthode qui transgresse la doxa du micro-crédit et choque les Nations Unies. Elle a raison.18:04 — 100 000 personnes sorties de l'extrême pauvreté 86% de réussite. La méthode FXB reprise par la Banque mondiale et BRAC. Elle a tout dépensé. Et elle continue avec des donations.24:05 — Bouée #2 : la famille et la liberté Son enfance entre Amérique du Sud et Afrique du Nord. Sa mère Quechua, son père résistant gaulliste. Comment l'absence de famille l'a paradoxalement rendue libre. Et comment elle a fait la paix avec sa mère après sa mort.33:41 — Bouée #3 : défendre la justice Néolibéralisme, Friedman, l'article qui a tout scellé en 1970. Sa distinction entre capitalisme utile et capitalisme destructeur. Et l'ère du polysène : on ne vit plus dans un monde binaire.42:09 — Bouée #5 : la place des femmes Rien n'est acquis — les États-Unis, l'Afghanistan, l'Iran. Son expérience au Festival de Cannes où deux hommes parlent d'elle comme d'un objet en direct. Et comment elle a géré un ministre qui avait fermé la porte à clé.45:24 — Bouée #9 : ne pas accepter les doxas de son époque La réunion en 1970 où elle quitte les mouvements gauchistes. Le Talmud comme modèle de questionnement permanent. Et pourquoi être convaincu d'avoir raison, c'est souvent le premier signe qu'on a un peu tort.52:56 — Bouée #8 : s'autoriser à penser par soi-même Les imaginaires des films américains post-2001, l'islamophobie ordinaire, les extrêmes qui identifient de vrais problèmes mais proposent de mauvaises solutions.58:36 — Bouée #10 : ne jamais se pourrir le présent La bouée centrale. Comment elle pratique l'instant présent concrètement — son chat le matin, la gentillesse des jeunes dans la rue. Les petits cadeaux de la vie qu'on rate quand on est dans la projection.01:00:57 — Ce qu'elle dirait aux jeunes en pleine course à la réussite 80 ans résumés en quelques phrases : ne pas mettre la réussite économique comme seule priorité. Rester ouvert aux autres. Saisir les moments de bonheur.01:06:49 — VLAN : claquer la porte sur la haine Elle veut claquer la porte sur toutes les formes de haine — islamophobie, antisémitisme, haine du voisin. Et elle termine sur une surprise : la gentillesse des jeunes qu'elle croise dans la rue, à Clichy et ailleurs. Suggestion d'autres épisodes à écouter : #346 Retrouver du pouvoir dans le chaos avec Matthieu Dardaillon (https://audmns.com/yOgbycm) Vlan #73 La vieillesse ne ressemble à rien de ce que vous pensez avec Perla Servan Schreiber (https://audmns.com/JrdGWwO) #377 Pourquoi l'avenir appartient aux sociétés solidaires? Avec Pablo Servigne (partie 1) (https://audmns.com/WMxgIMf)Hébergé par Audiomeans. 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In a world of competing priorities, it's easy to build our lives on good things like career success, parenting, or moral behavior that ultimately leave us empty. The mystery of godliness isn't about religious performance but about Jesus Christ himself as our foundation. Paul's creedal statement in 1 Timothy 3:16 reveals three truths: Christ was revealed as fully God and fully man, witnessed by angels and proclaimed among nations, and received by believers into glory. Unlike false foundations that always demand more, Jesus provides truth, leadership, and reconciliation. When we build our identity on anything other than Christ, we're building on sinking sand rather than the solid rock.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Understanding what it means to be human requires looking beyond scientific materialism and popular culture to God's Word. Scripture reveals three essential aspects of our condition: we are created in God's image as His representatives on earth, fallen through sin that affects every part of our being, and gloriously redeemed through Christ's amazing grace. This truth means all people have equal dignity and worth, regardless of their circumstances. While sin has corrupted our nature and separated us from God, we cannot save ourselves through good works or by minimizing our failures. Only God's grace through Christ can transform our condition and give us true hope.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Velkommen til en rullende udgave af High on Cars podcast! I denne uge har vi overtaget en fabriksny Mercedes E220D, mens vores egne biler bliver serviceret hos Hessel i Vejle. Det bliver til en helt særlig "podcast-biltest", hvor vi ser nærmere på, om diesel stadig dur i en verden af elbiler.I denne episode kan du glæde dig til:Biker-drama: Niels fortæller om sin allerførste tur med formationskørsel, der desværre sluttede med et brag, da Johnny kørte direkte ind i hans sidetaske. Er Niels ok, og hvad skete der med cyklen?Nyt grej til Marco Poloen: René kan ikke lade være og har allerede investeret i et nyt motorcykel-rack – men var det nu også det klogeste køb?Members Meetup & Fremtiden: Vi løfter sløret for vores første store medlemstræf og deler vores tanker om at gøre High on Cars Members Club til en endnu stærkere interesseorganisation for alle os med benzin i blodet.Hvem er i telefonbogen? Vi tjekker, hvem der gemmer sig på kontaktlisten. Hvem er den mest kendte person, vi har nummeret på?Vi runder også emner som faste-kure (der måske ødelægges af pizza), turen til Skills i Hjørring og Niels' nye drømme om en Honda Goldwing til turen mod Harzen.Lyt med og få hele historien direkte fra landevejen!Podcasten indeholder reklame.Tak til vores samarbejdspartnere: OK Oktan 100. http://ok.dkEngel Workwear. https://www.engel.eu/dk/daAros Forsikring. https://highoncars.dk/pages/forsikringHydro Precision Tubing. https://www.hydro.com/dkWiley X. https://www.wileyx.dk/HOC Members Club - støt os, og dansk bil community: https://HighOnCars.dk/clubTjek vores webshop ud!Link: https://highoncars.dkFølg os på:Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/highoncarsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highoncars.dk/High on Cars - Inside: https://www.youtube.com/@HighOnCars-InsidePodcast: https://highoncars.dk/pages/podcast

God's love is fundamentally different from human love because it flows from His perfect, eternal nature rather than from need or circumstance. Unlike the flawed gods of mythology, our God exists in perfect unity as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, complete and blessed before creation. Ephesians 1 reveals five aspects of this divine love: we receive every spiritual blessing, adoption as God's children, redemption through Christ's blood, a guaranteed inheritance, and the Holy Spirit as our seal. This love isn't something we earn through performance but is already ours in Christ, forming the foundation for how we love others and live each day.https://www.ankenyfree.church

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In a world where we often make God small and people big, we need to recalibrate our understanding of who God truly is. Understanding God's transcendence through three key attributes helps us find stability and hope in overwhelming circumstances. God's aseity means He is self-existent and needs nothing, unlike everything else that has an origin story. His blessedness refers to His perfect fullness and complete sufficiency in Himself - He doesn't have bad days or get overwhelmed like we do. As Creator, God is utterly distinct from creation, making all things exist through His power rather than physical forces. When we understand these truths about God's nature, we can place our lives within His greater story and find real hope, purpose, and meaning.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Jessie Burton and Katy Hessel join Joe Haddow for a war of the words. They discuss great women artists, mudlarking, the influence of family histories, museums and galleries, getting children interested in art and finding a writing voice. Katy and Jessie also recommend some brilliant books - including 'The Wreck' by Lizzy Stewart (graphic novel) and 'The Artist' by Lucy Steeds (novel) THE BOOK OFF 'What I Loved' by Siri Hustvedt VS 'The Lonely City' by Olivia Laing And here is a little more info on each of our guests books! 'Hidden Treasure' by Jessie Burton From the bestselling author of The Miniaturist. Jessie Burton's Hidden Treasure is the phenomenal page-turning story of two children whose lives collide when they find an ancient treasure with the power to return to them the most precious thing they have ever lostFor the people who live on the banks of the Thames, the river is a living, breathing thing. It can take your treasures. It can hide your treasures. And, sometimes, it can give them back.Bo and Billy are two children who have never met. Billy is an orphan. Bo's dad died when she was small and now her brother is off to war. Both children are poor, but they have each found half of a priceless treasure, given up by the river. A treasure which – when the pieces are reunited – holds the power to give back to one of them the most precious thing they have ever lost.But should the treasure be put back together again? And why has the river given it up now?'The Story Of Art Without Men' by Katy Hessel (illustrated by Ping Zhu) A beautiful journey through the untold stories of art, adapted from the global sensation The Story of Art Without Men, by expert art historian and bestselling author Katy Hessel.Step into the incredible lives of the women artists who have gone uncelebrated for too long.Journey through history, from the Renaissance to the Second World War, and across the globe, from Cornwall to Manhattan, Nigeria, Japan and more, to discover the stories of women who changed the world with their incredible art.You'll learn about the extraordinary lives of freedom fighters, game changers and adventurers - and be astounded by the art they made, with its striking landscapes, hidden messages and calls for women's rights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the foundation of Christianity that changes everything about our faith and lives. Without it, Christianity becomes empty religious practice, but with it, we have proof that Jesus has power over death itself. We were spiritually dead in our sins, unable to save ourselves, but through Christ's resurrection, God offers us new life as a gift of grace. This isn't just ancient history - the same resurrection power that raised Jesus from the dead is available to transform our lives today. Whether you need to trust Jesus for the first time, follow Him more closely, or simply delight in what He's accomplished, the empty tomb proves that everything changes because Jesus lives.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Good Friday marks the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, a day of profound physical, emotional, and spiritual suffering. Jesus endured brutal beatings, flogging with a cat-of-nine-tails, and the excruciating pain of crucifixion - a death by asphyxiation that required pushing against nailed wounds to breathe. Beyond the physical torture, He experienced betrayal from His closest disciples, an unjust trial, and ultimate spiritual separation from the Father as He bore humanity's sin. At the moment of His death, the temple curtain tore from top to bottom, symbolizing that the barrier between God and humanity was removed. Through Christ's sacrifice, we now have direct access to God without need for human priests or ongoing animal sacrifices.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Rachel and Simon speak to the art historian and author Katy Hessel. While working at a London art gallery, Katy set up @thegreatwomenartists, an Instagram account dedicated to celebrating female artists, as well as "The Great Women Artists Podcast". In 2022 she published "The Story of Art without Men", which became a Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller and won Waterstones Book of the Year. (She has recently adapted it into an illustrated book for children.) In 2025 she published "How To Live An Artful Life", a collection of quotes for every day of the year, drawing on her interviews with artists including Marina Abramović, Tracey Emin and more. We spoke to Katy about falling in love with the world of museums and art history as a child, the virtues of Instagram and putting together "How To Live An Artful Life". In addition to the standard audio format, the podcast is now available in video. You can check us out on YouTube under Always Take Notes.  Join us on April 21st as we interview Michael Morpurgo at the Lantern Theatre in Bristol. You can get your tickets here.  We've made another update for those ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠who support the podcast on the crowdfunding site Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We've added 40 pages of new material to the package of successful article pitches that goes to anyone who supports the show with $5 per month or more, including new pitches to the New York Times, the Washington Post and the BBC. The whole compendium now runs to a whopping 160 pages. For Patreons who contribute $10/month we're now also releasing bonus mini-episodes. Thanks to our sponsor, Scrivener, the first ten new signs-ups at $10/month will receive a lifelong license to Scrivener worth £55/$59.99 (seven are left). This specialist word-processing software helps you organise long writing projects such as novels, academic papers and even scripts. Other Patreon rewards include signed copies of the podcast book and the opportunity to take part in a monthly call with Simon and Rachel. A new edition of “Always Take Notes: Advice From Some Of The World's Greatest Writers” - a book drawing on our podcast interviews - is available now. The updated version now includes insights from over 100 past guests on the podcast, with new contributions from Harlan Coben, Victoria Hislop, Lee Child, Megan Nolan, Jhumpa Lahiri, Philippa Gregory, Jo Nesbø, Paul Theroux, Hisham Matar and Bettany Hughes. You can order it via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Waterstones⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Palm Sunday reveals Jesus as a different kind of king than people expected - one who came to connect us to God through His sacrifice rather than provide political deliverance. Psalm 118, sung during Passover, shows us what makes God unique: His perfect goodness and unending love that never fails. Unlike everything else in this world that becomes tainted by evil, God remains completely good and His covenant love doesn't depend on our performance or circumstances. He serves as our refuge in trouble, gives us victory over overwhelming enemies, and provides salvation from our greatest enemy - sin itself. True thankfulness flows from understanding this gospel transformation and being satisfied with God Himself rather than just His gifts.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Fashion designer and founder of Love Shack Fancy, Rebecca Hessel Cohen, discusses building the dreamy world of LoveShackFancy and why adulthood desperately needs more whimsy. From bows and ruffles to creating magical moments in everyday life, Rebecca shares how she turned a romantic aesthetic into a global brand. Then the girls play Bow or Bye, breaking down the wildest 2026 fashion trends—from mob wife glamour to poet-core and doilies becoming high fashion.We have spring deals for YOU!!Tonal: Track your strength training progress! Get $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code LADY at Tonal.comClean Simple Eats: Shop the best tasting protein powders at CleanSimpleEats.comProgressive: Need car insurance? Head to Progressive.com to see how much you can save!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Paul addresses the problem of idleness in the Thessalonian church, where some believers chose not to work despite being able. Work is part of bearing God's image and shouldn't be separated from our faith. Paul modeled hard work even though he had the right to receive support, showing that work ethic is often caught from others. The gospel transforms us from takers to givers, from those who drain resources to those who contribute to human flourishing. We can work with both passion and rest, knowing that God is always at work and our labor in Him is never in vain.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Our hearts often lead us in circles, chasing relationships, success, and happiness that ultimately disappoint. The problem is our souls are divided among many desires instead of being anchored in one governing desire—the Lord himself. When our hearts are scattered like a stream cut into many channels, we lose sight of what truly matters. God wants to direct our hearts to his steadfast love and Christ's faithfulness. He goes before us in gospel work, preparing hearts before we arrive. Even in a faithless world, we can find stability in our faithful Lord rather than in changing circumstances. Our everyday work becomes meaningful when we see it as serving God and loving our neighbors, bringing his goodness into our communities through excellence and character.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Christians hold different views about biblical end times, including amillennialism, premillennialism, and postmillennialism. Each perspective interprets key passages like Matthew 24 and Revelation 20 differently. When believers die, their souls go to paradise while awaiting the resurrection of their bodies at Christ's return. Unbelievers experience conscious torment in Hades before final judgment. While we should be aware of signs pointing to Christ's return, we must avoid sensational prophecy claims and focus on faithful living. The goal isn't perfect prophetic understanding but being ready for Jesus' certain return.https://www.ankenyfree.church

In a world filled with false teachings and spiritual deception, believers must remain grounded in biblical truth. Paul warned the Thessalonians about false claims regarding the end times, which caused fear and confusion among believers. Throughout history, deceptive movements have emerged through claimed revelations that add to or distort Scripture. Paul describes a future time when deception will peak through the Antichrist, but notes that the mystery of lawlessness is already at work today. People fall for deception because they refuse to love the truth. To stand firm, believers must remember that only God is God, begin each day with eternal perspective rather than worldly concerns, and trust in God's grace rather than perfect performance.https://www.ankenyfree.church

The study of end times can feel overwhelming, but understanding different perspectives helps us grasp what Scripture teaches about Christ's return. All Christians agree on foundational truths: Christ will return bodily and visibly, there will be final judgment and resurrection, and God will create new heavens and earth. The four major views are amillennialism (we're currently in the millennium), dispensational premillennialism (separate rapture and return), historic premillennialism (one return with literal millennium), and postmillennialism (gradual gospel victory). Each view has strengths and weaknesses, requiring humility in our interpretations. Regardless of which view you hold, Christ's return should motivate expectant living, godliness, and faithful gospel proclamation.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Life can feel overwhelming, making it difficult to stay motivated for faithful living. The apostle Paul provides four powerful motivations rooted in God's work rather than our circumstances. First, we belong to the triune God through Christ's sacrifice, giving us an identity worth representing well. Second, we can recognize God's visible growth and faithfulness in our lives by remembering pivotal moments when He proved reliable. Third, coming judgment reminds us that God sees our struggles and will bring perfect justice. Finally, divine glory transforms our perspective by connecting our work to God's eternal purposes, creating meaning that survives disappointment and daily challenges.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Many Christians today question whether they truly need church community, preferring to consume spiritual content independently. However, examining 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 reveals that God designed His people to grow together in holiness through committed church relationships. Paul outlines four essential ingredients for healthy church life: proper leadership that provides oversight and instruction, helpful relationships where members actively support each other's spiritual growth, Spirit-filled worship characterized by joy and prayer, and genuine family bonds that go beyond casual acquaintance. True church community requires swimming against our culture's individualistic tendencies to become deeply invested in one another's lives, creating a holy family that demonstrates Christ's love to the world.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Death brings uncertainty and fear, but Paul's letter to the Thessalonians offers profound hope for believers. Christians who die are described as being asleep temporarily, remaining with Christ even in death. When Jesus returns, the dead in Christ will rise first, followed by living believers being caught up to meet Him in the air. This means believers are always with the Lord, whether in life or death. Unlike worldly hope that depends on circumstances, Christian hope is grounded in our permanent relationship with Christ and our identity as children of light.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Paul's letter to the Thessalonians reveals three essential elements of gospel-centered love that go beyond romantic notions. First, we must love with boldness, declaring God's truth even when facing opposition and conflict. Second, our love must be marked by integrity, speaking truth rather than what people want to hear, grounded in God's approval rather than human acceptance. Third, genuine love is costly, requiring us to invest our time, energy, and resources in others like a nursing mother caring for her children. Paul demonstrates that effective Christian love combines truth with compassion, requiring courage to share both God's love and our own with others, even when it's difficult or expensive.https://www.ankenyfree.church

The church in Thessalonica faced persecution for declaring Jesus as Lord in a Roman culture that demanded worship of Caesar. Despite being new believers in a hostile environment, they became examples to Christians throughout their region. Paul's letter reveals seventeen gifts God gives every believer, including spiritual family, divine love, being chosen by God, and the transforming power of the gospel. Rather than focusing on New Year's resolutions, we should remember what God has already given us in Christ. Living with everyday faithfulness while maintaining an eternal perspective involves waiting with purpose, welcoming others through hospitality, and worshiping through transformation from idols to serving the living God.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Christmas brings different expectations for everyone, but what we truly need isn't something we can unwrap—it's a person. Jesus Christ came into a world that wasn't expecting Him, born in humble circumstances to rescue humanity from our condition of malice, envy, and spiritual separation. God's love appeared not because of our good works, but according to His mercy. Through Christ, we receive soul cleansing, invitation into God's family, and eternal life. Whether you need to trust Christ for the first time, return after drifting away, or go deeper in your faith, this Christmas offers an opportunity to move beyond surface celebration to deep reflection on God's incredible gift of Himself.https://www.ankenyfree.church

In a world filled with tragedy and suffering, we naturally wonder where God is in the darkness. John 1:1-3 reveals that our God is not like the limited gods of other religions, but is the Creator of all things who brought everything into existence from nothing. While darkness exists in our world through external evil, internal struggles, and relational pain, God didn't remain distant from our suffering. Jesus Christ, the Word who was with God and was God, entered our darkness by taking on human flesh and experiencing our pain. He is the true light that dispels darkness and gives life to all who believe. We are called to both see this light by trusting in Christ and share this light by bearing witness to others in our spheres of influence.https://www.ankenyfree.church

The Christmas story reveals a powerful contrast between worldly power and divine purpose. Luke's narrative moves from Caesar Augustus at the height of human authority down to Jesus born in a stable, placed in a manger among animals. This wasn't a cozy scene but a harsh reality where Mary and Joseph were rejected even by relatives in their ancestral town. The story teaches three transformative truths: resist placing trust in riches and power, find hope in Christ's mission to redeem the lowly and broken, and develop a heart that sees others as God sees them. God's greatest gift came wrapped not in luxury but in humility, showing us that spiritual poverty and recognizing our need for God is more valuable than material abundance.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Aston Villa U19 2-2 AZ Alkmaar U19UEFA Youth League Third Round, First LegVenue: Bodymoor HeathDate: Wednesday afternoon Aston Villa U19s and AZ Alkmaar U19s played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Youth League third-round clash, leaving the tie finely poised ahead of the second leg in Alkmaar on Tuesday, December 9. Jimmy Shan's Young Lions twice took the lead through Rory Wilson and Bradley Burrowes, but AZ responded each time with goals from Tycho de Wit and Hessel de Wit, snatching a late equalizer in the 87th minute.Shan made four changes to the side that defeated KF Skënderbeu in the previous round, bringing in Burrowes and Calum Moreland at full-back, along with Kadan Young and Ben Broggio in attack alongside Jamaldeen Jimoh-Aloba and Wilson.The match began cautiously, with AZ enjoying more possession and creating early chances. Bendegúz Kovács, who scored four goals in the last round against Lincoln Red Imps, fired over from distance, while Bohdan Budko tested Villa goalkeeper Owen Asemota with a stinging drive.Villa broke the deadlock in the 20th minute. Captain Aidan Borland kept an attack alive, finding Jimoh-Aloba whose shot was saved by Nick Homan, allowing Wilson to turn home the rebound—his fifth goal of the competition.AZ leveled seven minutes later when Kovács capitalized on a loose backpass, rounding Asemota and squaring for Tycho de Wit to steer into an empty net, ensuring the sides went into half-time tied.Villa started the second half strongly and regained the lead in the 56th minute. Wilson turned his defender on Young's pass and poked a shot that Homan parried, with Burrowes burying the rebound.The hosts pushed for a third, with Jimoh-Aloba and Borland testing Homan, but AZ rallied. Budko forced another save from Asemota before Hessel de Wit struck a superb first-time effort into the top corner from the edge of the box after Villa surrendered possession deep in their half.Despite Villa's late push in four minutes of added time, no winner emerged, setting up a decisive return leg in the Netherlands as the Villans aim to reach the knockout stages for the second consecutive season.Post-match, Shan expressed mixed emotions, saying: “We're obviously disappointed with the result. I thought the performance warranted a win.” He lamented gifting two goals, taking responsibility for the second due to game management, while praising AZ's individuals and patterns. Shan highlighted Villa's tactical adaptability, outstanding possession play, and chance creation, but noted a lack of ruthlessness in the final third.Looking ahead, with a Birmingham Senior Cup opener against Coventry Sphinx in between, Shan added: “Plenty more work... it gives you an opportunity to reflect and tidy things up and look at where we can do things better – both in and out of possession. It gives us an opportunity with a game in between to continue that momentum, that rhythm.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I am so excited to bring you this conversation with the extraordinary Es Devlin, who joined me at Liberty last week to celebrate the release of How to Live an Artful Life. Es Devlin is an artist and stage designer renowned all over the world for her large-scale performative sculptures and environments – from theatre and opera design for the National Gallery and Royal Opera House, to kinetic stage sculptures for musicians like Beyoncé, U2 and Lady Gaga. She has also created luminous installations at the V&A, Serpentine Galleries, Somerset House, and more. Whether designing for Beyoncé, the opera, or creating public artworks, Es Devlin's works dissolve the boundaries between art, architecture and performance, and encourage us to rethink our position in the world. Expertly led by the wonderful Hannah Macinnes, we touched on all things to do with living an artful life – Es's morning routine; how we can get better at focusing our attention on one thing; artmaking as an expression of love; the artist hustle – and so much more. I can't wait for you to hear it. Pick up your copy of How to Live an Artful Life: https://www.waterstones.com/book/how-to-live-an-artful-life/katy-hessel/9781529155204 An Atlas of Es Devlin https://www.waterstones.com/book/an-atlas-of-es-devlin/es-devlin/andrea-lipps/9780500023181

The period between the Old and New Testaments reveals God's sovereignty through dramatic historical events. From Persian rule that allowed Jewish return to Jerusalem, through Alexander's Greek conquest and empire division, to the Maccabean revolt and eventual Roman domination, God remained faithful to His people. The detailed prophecies in Daniel 11 accurately predicted these events, including the rise of Antiochus Epiphanes and the temple's defilement. This historical backdrop prepared the world for Christ's arrival, with Roman infrastructure facilitating gospel spread. Despite political chaos and human failure, God's faithfulness endures, encouraging us to trust His sovereignty in our own uncertain times.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Daniel 12 reveals two eternal destinations awaiting humanity - everlasting life or everlasting contempt. The wicked operate independently of God, believing in their own strength, while the wise recognize their need for the Lord. During unprecedented times of trouble, God calls His people to persevere through ordinary faithfulness. Daniel and his friends demonstrated that simple, consistent obedience to God can accomplish extraordinary things. Through daily acts of faithfulness like prayer, integrity, worship, and kindness, believers can shine like stars and help turn others toward righteousness.https://www.ankenyfree.church

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The prophet Daniel, living in exile under Persian rule, studied Jeremiah's prophecy about Israel's 70-year captivity and was moved to pray for his people's restoration. His powerful prayer wasn't based on his own righteousness but on God's mercy, as he confessed the collective sins that led to exile: neglecting God's commands, treating people brutally, and worshipping false gods. God responded through the angel Gabriel with the Seventy Weeks prophecy, promising to finish transgression, end sin, atone for iniquity, bring everlasting righteousness, seal vision and prophet, and anoint a most holy place. These promises point directly to Christ's redemptive work. For us today, this teaches that we need hope and redemption rather than just pain relief, that true confession brings healing, and that God's perfect character gives us confidence in His timing.https://www.ankenyfree.church

On this episode, we were joined by the writer, art historian, and host of The Great Women Artists podcast, Katy Hessel.Katy's new book How to Live an Artful Life is a collection of 366 inspirations from her favourite artists and writers, designed to motivate readers to find creativity, beauty, and meaning in everyday life. Many of the ideas in the book stem from her acclaimed podcast, where Katy speaks to artists, curators, and thinkers whose work continues to expand our understanding of art history.Needless to say, there's a certain meta quality to this conversation, as we compared notes on the art of conversation itself — as well as London, museums, childhood inspirations, and the influence of other books about creativity by figures such as Julia Cameron.Katy first appeared on this podcast back in August 2022, just before the release of her groundbreaking debut The Story of Art Without Men, a book that redefined the canon and changed the course of her career. It began a conversation that has led to collaborations with museums, galleries, and artists around the world. Her new collection distills these experiences into a vibrant companion for anyone seeking a more artful way of living.Hosted by Ryan Edgington.

Daniel's vision in chapter 8 reveals a pattern of evil that believers can understand and navigate. The prophecy describes the rise of Antiochus IV Epiphanes, who brutally persecuted God's people for approximately six years before being defeated. This historical account teaches us three vital truths for persevering through difficult times. First, evil follows predictable patterns, so we shouldn't be surprised when persecution or hardship arises. Second, evil always has God-imposed limits and is temporary in nature. Third, and most importantly, evil lacks the power of Jesus Christ, who transforms enemies into family through His grace and offers ultimate victory to all who belong to Him.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Apocalyptic literature like Daniel and Revelation uses symbolic language, visions, and numbers to communicate God's sovereignty over history. Rather than getting lost in identifying every symbol, we should focus on the main message: God is in control, Jesus is returning, and believers are called to faithful perseverance. Christians hold different views about end times events, but the essentials remain the same - Christ's bodily return and our need to live faithfully while we wait. The 70 weeks prophecy in Daniel demonstrates remarkable prophetic precision while maintaining interpretive complexity that keeps us dependent on God rather than our own understanding.https://www.ankenyfree.church

We meet Katy Hessel to discuss her incredible new book How To Live An Artful Life. The year ahead is a gift that has been given to you. What might you do with it?Dive into the year with the wisdom of artists. Gathered from interviews, personal conversations, books and talks, How to Live an Artful Life moves through the months of the year offering you thoughts, reflections and encouragements from artists such as Marina Abramovic, Nan Goldin, Lubaina Himid, Louise Bourgeois and many more.With a thought for every day of the year, whether looking for beginnings in January, freedom in summer, or transformation as the nights draw in, this is a book of words to cherish. The year is full of the promise of work that has yet to be written, paintings that are yet to be painted, people who have yet to meet, talk, or fall in love. With this book in hand, pay attention, and see the world anew. Go out and find it, taste it, seize it, and live it – artfully.Katy Hessel is an art historian and the author of The Story of Art without Men, the international bestseller and Waterstones Book of the Year 2022. She runs @thegreatwomenartists on Instagram, hosts The Great Women Artists Podcast, interviewing artists such as Tracey Emin and Marina Abramovic, and is a columnist for the Guardian. Hessel is a Visiting Fellow at Cambridge University and a Trustee of Charleston. In 2024, she launched Museums Without Men, an audio series highlighting works by women artists in museum collections worldwide, such as The Met and Tate Britain.Follow @Katy.Hessel on Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel chapter 7 reveals the spiritual battle raging behind world events through a vision of four terrifying beasts representing evil kingdoms throughout history. In the midst of this chaos, the Ancient of Days (God the Father) sits on his throne in judgment, while the Son of Man (Jesus Christ) receives eternal dominion over an indestructible kingdom. This passage teaches Christians that the world is not fine as we often tell ourselves, but rather we live in the midst of spiritual warfare. The key to persevering through dark times is becoming part of God's kingdom through faith in Christ and regularly gathering with other believers for worship and encouragement.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Two ancient empires, Assyria and Babylon, repeatedly opposed God's people in the Old Testament, each representing different forms of evil. Assyria was a brutal war machine that loved violence and conquest, destroying the northern kingdom of Israel in 722 BC and scattering the ten tribes. Babylon, in contrast, was a sophisticated cultural center that prided itself on achievements like the Hanging Gardens, but their true danger lay in their arrogant self-sufficiency and belief that they were the center of the cosmos. While Assyria represents obvious evil through cruelty and violence, Babylon symbolizes the more subtle temptation of pride, cultural sophistication, and materialism. Both empires ultimately fell due to their opposition to God, teaching us that evil comes in different forms and that we must guard against both obvious sins and subtle pride in our own lives.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Nebuchadnezzar's testimony in Daniel 4 reveals how God deals with human pride. As the most powerful ruler of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar received a troubling dream about a great tree being cut down, which Daniel interpreted as God's coming judgment on the king's pride. After boasting about his achievements, Nebuchadnezzar was humbled by God, living like an animal for seven periods until he acknowledged God's sovereignty. This powerful account teaches us three crucial truths: God is great and deserves our humility, God is glorious and worthy of our worship, and God is good, showing mercy even to those who have rebelled against Him.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Daniel 2 reveals God's sovereignty over all earthly kingdoms through Nebuchadnezzar's dream of a statue representing four successive empires. When faced with an impossible demand to reveal and interpret the king's dream, Daniel seeks God in prayer with his friends. God reveals both the dream and its meaning, showing how all human kingdoms will eventually fall while God's kingdom, represented by a stone that becomes a mountain, will endure forever. This narrative challenges us to place our ultimate allegiance in God's eternal kingdom rather than temporary earthly powers, finding courage to live as citizens of heaven even while serving faithfully in this world.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Living faithfully in a challenging world requires wisdom from biblical examples like Daniel. When taken into Babylonian captivity, Daniel faced systematic attempts to change his identity, beliefs, and lifestyle. Yet he strategically maintained his convictions while still functioning within the system he couldn't escape. He identified non-negotiables, respectfully proposed alternatives, and trusted God with the results. Today, we face similar pressures to assimilate to cultural values at odds with our faith. By being intentional about what forms our thinking, identifying our non-negotiables, and looking for strategic alternatives, we can maintain our integrity while still engaging effectively with the world around us.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Vous vous souvenez d'ISABELLE GIORDANO, qui nous présentait avec son plus beau sourire ses coups de cœur cinématographiques et interviewait avec intelligence les plus grands réalisateurs ?  C'était les grandes heures de Canal, on était ado, et je ne sais pas pour vous, mais moi, je ne loupais pas une de ses émissions.  On le savait moins, mais, en plus de son métier de journaliste, Isabelle était déjà très engagée à cette époque. Elle s'attachait rendre la culture et le cinéma accessible :à tous celles et ceux qui en étaient privés faute de moyen avec l'association qu'elle a créé, Cinéma pour tous, et à toutes celles et ceux qui étaient empêchés par la maladie avec l'association dont elle était la marraine, Les Toiles Enchantées.  Depuis 5 ans, ses engagements ont pris le dessus sur ses activités de journaliste.  Elle a pris la tête d'une des premières fondations de France, la fondation BNP Paribas, une institution véritablement incontournable dans le monde associatif français. Avec ses équipes, elle déploie des moyens financiers considérables, mais aussi des accompagnements en compétence et des partenariats pour soutenir le monde de l'Art, les associations et la recherche scientifique. Cet épisode est un cri du cœur et un appel à refuser la banalité des inégalités. « Il n'est pas acceptable qu'un jeune n'ait pas assez à manger, qu'il renonce à ses études faute de pouvoir les financer, qu'il n'aille pas faire ses contrôles médicaux, qu'il n'ait pas accès à la culture. Ce n'est pas acceptable qu'on enlève aux jeunes le droit de rêver ! » dénonce-t-elle Isabelle est animée par un profond soucis de l'autre et du bien commun. Son humanisme s'exprime sans manichéisme et avec une compréhension juste du rôle de chacun -état, entreprises, associations, individus-. Elle est la fille spirituelle de Stéphane Hessel, dans une époque qui en a tant besoin, quand elle nous rappelle « Indignez-vous et agissez » ... avant d'ajouter, non sans une pointe d'humour « Indignez-vous, agissez, payez vos impôts et  donnez le pouvoir aux femmes» Un épisode qui vous donnera envie de vous lever et d'agir. Ne nous résignons jamais ! 

The final chapter of Acts shows Paul under house arrest in Rome, yet still boldly proclaiming the gospel without hindrance. This seemingly abrupt ending powerfully illustrates the central message: nothing can stop God's mission. Despite facing persecution, imprisonment, shipwrecks, and countless other obstacles throughout his ministry, Paul continued to share the message of Christ. This truth gives us both hope that God's purposes will prevail despite opposition and boldness to speak with clarity and confidence. The greatest hindrance many face today isn't persecution but distraction from comfortable lives pulling focus away from God's mission.https://www.ankenyfree.church

durée : 00:38:56 - La Terre au carré - par : Mathieu Vidard - Dans "Indignez-vous !", publié en 2010, l'ancien résistant Stéphane Hessel appelle à une révolte pacifique contre les injustices sociales, économiques et politiques. Quinze ans après sa première publication, son éditrice nous raconte comment ce texte a inspiré une génération. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

Send us a textSupport the showOur guest is Jillian Hessel, a Second Generation Pilates teacher who has had the great privilege of learning from many of Joe Pilates' students, including Kathy Grant and Carola Trier - both became Jillian's mentors, and a very soulful bond developed between Jillian and another JP student, Ron Fletcher. Jillian refers to herself as a teacher of hybrid movement modalities and incorporates ballet, Iyengar yoga and the different approaches of Contrology in to her teaching. Her diligence in caring for the Pilates legacy she so generously was given, makes her an extremely valuable addition to the Pilates community. I've asked Jillian to let us in on her thoughts about forty-three years of sharing her life's work. About Darien ~About Jillian Hessel ~ Support the show