Podcasts about Holland

Send us a textJohn Brink shares his extraordinary journey from surviving Nazi-occupied Holland as a child to building the largest secondary lumber manufacturer in Canada with just $25.47 and a dream. He reveals how discovering his ADHD later in life helped him reframe what others saw as a limitation into what he now calls his "superpower."• Surviving in war-torn Holland during Nazi occupation as a child, witnessing Allied bombings and suffering through hunger and cold • Arriving in Canada with virtually nothing and working his way up from cleaner to mill superintendent in just 18 months• Building Brink Forest Products and expanding into four business "silos" including lumber, logistics, real estate, and media• Discovering his ADHD at age 57 and embracing it as a strength rather than a limitation• Becoming North America's oldest competitive bodybuilder at 84 while continuing to lead his companies• Taking a controversial stand against fraudulent industry practices that nearly bankrupted him• Finding fulfillment through giving back to the community and creating opportunities for othersFollow, subscribe, and leave a review to help us get this content to more people. Visit johnbrink.com to learn more about John's books and businesses.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launStart for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThis episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, meaning we'll receive a small commission if you buy something. =========================== ⚡️PODCAST: Subscribe to our podcast here ➡ https://elevatemedia.buzzsprout.com/ ⚡️Need post-recording video production help? Let's chat ➡ https://calendly.com/elevate-media-group/application ⚡️For Support inquires or Business inquiries, please email us at ➡︎ support@elevate-media-group.com Our mission here at Elevate Media is to help purpose-driven entrepreneurs elevate their brands and make an impact through the power of video podcasting. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all our episodes or videos on the Elevate Media and Elevate Media Podcast YouTube channels. https://elevatemediastudios.com/disclaimer

Let us know what you think about the podcast!Do you struggle with maintaining a consistent brand voice? One important benefit of incorporating AI like ChatGPT into your marketing workflow is that it can help you create a more consistent brand voice, which will make your messaging much more powerful overall. In this episode, we talk about branding and AI, and how it can help you be more effective and efficient.Brought to you in part by Color Inc.  https://colorincprolab.com/Photo Happy Hour is also brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Holland, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

This week we are studying Doctrine and Covenants sections 37 through 40. We'll talk about a theme in the readings regarding hope during times of difficulty. The Lord has promised that all trials will come to an end, but has also commanded us to have hope in the meantime. We'll review how hope is critical in overcoming mental health challenges. We'll also discuss a personal story from President Jeffery R. Holland that teaches the power of persistence, hope, and trust when things seem impossible. There are free worksheets available for the invitations made in the weekly podcasts. To get these worksheets, please sign up for my email newsletter. Not only will you get access to the free worksheets, but access to many more free strategies to help manage your mental health. Please sign up at the following link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information regarding Dr. Morgan, please visit his website here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WEBSITE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠President Holland's October 1999 conference talk: AN HIGH PRIEST OF GOOD THINGS TO COMEInspirational video from Pres. Holland's talk: VIDEODownload copy of episode transcript: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TRANSCRIPT

Send us a text“As a Little Child” President Holland“Many of us profess to be Christians, yet we . . . do not take Him seriously. . . . We respect Him, but we do not follow Him. . . . We quote His sayings, but we don't live them.” “We admire Him, but we don't worship Him.” -Richard L. EvansWhat stood out to you from this talk and discussion?What are you intentionally going to do this week to become more like Him?

Subscribe to reeltalk1138.substack.comIn this episode, Jake reviews a handful of recent releases. What did you think of all these movies? You can comment on Spotify or email us at reeltalk1138@gmail.com. Time stamps:00:00-01:15 Intro01:16- 07:10 The Assessment 07:11-14:01 Holland14:02-17:50 Death of a Unicorn17:51-19:40 Outro

Pick up your instruments as we dive into the decades-spanning score of Mr. Holland's Opus. We'll explore the poignant journey of a composer who puts his magnum opus on hold for a teaching career, the profound, evolving impact he has on generations of students, and the complex sacrifices demanded by family and unforeseen life paths. Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

Director Mimi Cave joins No Film School's GG Hawkins and guest co-host Madison Lanesey for a candid conversation about her path from dance to directing, maintaining artistic vision in the studio system, and fostering a grounded and collaborative atmosphere on set. Mimi opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of filmmaking, the practical steps she takes to craft immersive visual tones, and how she cultivates trust with her actors and crew. The episode offers a rare glimpse into the behind-the-scenes processes of her features Fresh and Holland, along with valuable insights for emerging filmmakers. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins, guest co-host Madison Lanesey, and guest Mimi Cave discuss... Mimi's creative origins in dance and how it led her into filmmaking The challenges and strategies of transitioning from indie to studio features Post-feature emotional “off-boarding” and how to manage the crash Establishing a calm and collaborative environment on set How she works with actors and tailors her directing approach to each personality Maintaining creative control within the studio system The importance of curiosity, asking questions, and embracing not knowing Building strong collaborative relationships with DPs, editors, and producers Memorable Quotes: "You get addicted to that... being needed all day is really amazing." "Take everything two days at a time... Anything after that's going to change anyways." "I walked into the set and I was like, you could hear a pin drop... it was so peaceful." "Some of the best filmmakers ever are some of the most unique, nerdy, freaky, out there people." Guest: Mimi Cave Resources: Fresh – Available on Hulu Holland – Available on Amazon Prime Video Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram 

April's box office bounce back is driven by A Minecraft Movie, and creatively, we have seen an upswing in the quality of 2025 films as well with Sinners, The Ballad of Wallis Island, Warfare, etc. In fact, AlsoMike delivers a baker's dozen of new movie reviews in this episode. 3:10 - A Minecraft Movie: discussing the blockbuster box office, social media frenzy, and history of video game adaptations. 23:41 - Hell of a Summer: discussing the benefit of a smaller budget by NEON here for Finn Wolfhard's directorial debut. 28:28 - Drop: discussing Blumhouse's smart budgeting and Christopher Landon's tight thriller script. 30:43 - The Amateur: discussing it's throwback charms and strong ensemble led by Rami Malek 33:04 - Warfare: discussing why it's true story is so impactful 38:07 - The Friend: discussing this dramedy and why it's one of the better doggy parent movies in a while. 41:10 - The Ballad of Wallis Island: discussing the highest graded AlsoMike film of the year 47:35 - Eephus: discussing one of the best baseball movies in recent years 50:20 - Other Streaming Movie Reviews including Revelations, The Rule of Jenny Penn, Holland & Let's Start A Cult. 53:32 - TV Series Reviews including The White Lotus, Gone Girls, The Studio, Abbott Elementary, Hacks, and The Last of Us. 56:01 - Sinners: discussing some first reactions after seeing the film and some box office projections. OUTRO: Here's hoping Mike1 is back soon. In the meantime, please rate & review our show in a positive way if you're enjoying what we do. We thank you for that as always. Plus, you hear about how we're going to set a ridiculous new standard for Oscar Podcasts in an upcoming episode. https://linktr.ee/mikemikeandoscar

In this special live episode from the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference, Tick Boot Camp interviews Tapley Holland, the founder of TruDOSE and the creator of its patented technology that is transforming Lyme disease treatment. Key Takeaways The TruDOSE Breakthrough: How TruDOSE's intelligent software solved the longstanding issue of dosing inaccuracy in regenerative medicine. Immune System Reset: The science behind TruDOSE IV platelet therapy and how it helps reset the immune system to address Lyme disease and other chronic conditions. Real-World Impact: Insights from over 18,000 patients who have seen remarkable improvements through TruDOSE therapy. Phases of Healing: How TruDOSE fits into the Lyme disease recovery process, from prehabilitation to long-term maintenance. Finding Treatment: How patients can locate licensed providers and access this cutting-edge therapy. Why You Should Listen If you or a loved one is battling Lyme disease or another chronic illness, this episode offers valuable insights into a revolutionary treatment option. Healthcare professionals will also gain an understanding of TruDOSE's role in regenerative medicine and how to integrate it into their practice. Resources & Links Follow the latest ILADS updates: ILADS.org Learn more about Tapley Holland and TruDOSE: TruDOSE About Us Stay connected with Tick Boot Camp: Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter (X)

In Het Moordcollege hoor je alle negen mini-colleges over de geschiedenis van het misdaadverhaal.Kortom: in een dikke twee uur reis je via Poe, Doyle, Christie, Chandler, Simenon, Le Carré, Cornwall en Eco naar Bajema.De boeken die ik van Simenon las en in de shownotes zou opnemen: 'Het bloedspoor in sneeuw', 'De Blauwe kamer', en de twee Maigrets 'Misdaad in Holland' en 'Mijn vriend Maigret'. Alle vier de moeite waard.Dit is het Instagram-account van Man met de microfoon.Wil je lid worden of een eenmalige donatie doen via petjeaf.com dan kan dat: hierEenmalig overmaken kan ook naar: NL37 INGB 0006 8785 94 van Stichting Man met de microfoon te Amsterdam.Wil je adverteren, dan kun je een mailtje sturen naar: adverteren@dagennacht.nlZie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

All Woch bitt d'woxx Iech an hirem Podcast en Abléck an hir journalistesch Aarbecht a beliicht d'Hannergrënn vun engem Artikel. Déi meescht Software, déi zu Lëtzebuerg an der Verwaltung benotzt gëtt, kënnt vu grousse US-Techkonzernen – Microsoft, Google, Amazon a Co. A mat engem Trump, dee rem an der Regierung ass, stellt sech d'Fro: Wat passéiert, wann dës Konzerner op eemol net méi wëllen oder däerfen? D'Regierung gesäit kee grousse Risiko, mä aner Länner wéi Däitschland oder Holland huelen d'Saach méi eescht. Wat heescht technologesch Souveränitéit iwwerhaapt? Firwat kéint Open Source eng Léisung sinn? A wéi eng Alternativen ginn et fir jiddereen*t am Alldag? Am Gespréich mat Joël Adami geet d'woxx dëse Froen op de Grond. Den Artikel, iwwert dee mir geschwat hunn: IT-Infrastruktur: Digitale Abhängigkeiten The post Am Bistro mat der woxx #330 – Digitale Abhängigkeit first appeared on Radio ARA.

Windmill Island Gardens in Holland is open for it's 60th anniversary season. General Manager Matt Helmus shared the news with us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tulips will soon be blooming in Holland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Niederlande: Hannie Schaft und ihre Freundinnen verübten während des Zweiten Weltkriegs Attentate auf deutsche Besatzer. Am 17.4.1945 wurde Hannie Schaft hingerichtet. Von Heiner Wember.

Prepare for an eye-opening journey where science and skepticism meet the elusive realm of Bigfoot! In this week's episode of Untold Radio AM, hosts Doug Hajicek and Jeff “The Big Ragu” dive deep into cryptozoology, unexplained encounters, and fascinating new research. Joining them is field biologist Ranae Holland, whose childhood “Squatching” adventures with her father sparked her fascination—despite her doubts about Bigfoot's existence.Can scientific inquiry shed light on one of the greatest mysteries of our time? Don't miss this spirited discussion with Ranae as she shares behind-the-scenes stories, examines credible evidence, and challenges the lore surrounding the legendary Sasquatch. Tune in and discover if facts and folklore can find a middle ground in the ever-intriguing hunt for Bigfoot. Subscribe now to Untold Radio Network for more untold stories and fearless explorations of everything strange and unexplained!Join Doug Hajicek and Alex each Wednesday on the Untold Radio Network Live at 7 pm Central - 5 pm Pacific and 8 pm Eastern.Come and join the live discussion next week. Please subscribe. We have ten different Professional Podcasts on all the things you like.New favorite shows drop each day only on the UNTOLD RADIO NETWORK.

 "At the end of the day, you're only as good as the result that you're able to get people." —Madeleine Raiford-Holland The most successful entrepreneurs understand that money flows where creativity and strategic thinking intersect. In today's dynamic economic landscape, diversification isn't just a strategy— it's transforming passive potential into active income.Madeleine Raiford-Holland is a dynamic entrepreneur who transitioned from corporate sales to building a multi-faceted business empire in short-term rentals and coaching. With a strategic approach to business and lifestyle design, she empowers entrepreneurs to reimagine their professional potential.Tune in as Heather and Madeleine talk about effective content creation, business scaling, retreat hosting, work-life balance, podcasting, multiple revenue streams, personal development, and the transformative power of strategic thinking and intentional living.Connect with Heather: WebsiteFacebook InstagramLinkedInEpisode Highlights:01:37 Meet Madeleine 05:33 Building a Lifestyle Blog and Content Creation 12:26 Expanding the Business and Team Building 17:12 Client Acquisition and Funnel Building 24:23 Retreats Retreats 35:10 Balancing Business and Family LifeConnect with Madeleine: Madeleine Raiford-Holland is a dynamic entrepreneur and business strategist who transitioned from government sales to building a successful short-term rental empire. As the co-founder of MHM Luxury Properties along with her husband, John, she manages 16 properties across Georgia, Tennessee, and Florida. Her coaching and consulting business helps aspiring entrepreneurs develop systems and strategies for creating financial freedom. A military wife and mother of two young boys, Madeleine is passionate about helping families design lifestyle businesses that provide time and location flexibility. She hosts the podcast "The Lux and the Short of It" and leads transformational retreats, focusing on mindset and entrepreneurial growth. With a background in scaling businesses and a commitment to multiple revenue streams, Madeleine empowers entrepreneurs to reimagine their professional and personal potential.WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramPodcastSupport the show

Send us a text here!352: "How could Jesus flip tables without sinning?" This question launches us into an eye-opening exploration of righteous anger versus sinful rage. As we journey through Holy Week, Pastors PleK and Holland examine the provocative moment when Jesus not only drove merchants from the temple but took time to craft his own whip of cords.Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/givingSupport the show

I think it's as simple as you're one kind of man, I'm another. And what kind are you? One that doesn't have to prove it - To myself, or anyone. This week Raven and Campbell discuss queerness, gender, and slapstick comedy in the 1982 musical film, Victor/Victoria. Where to watch: YouTube, Prime Video, Fandango, Apple TV, Google Play   Classic Absinthe Drip recipe: - 1 oz absinthe - 3 oz cold water - 1 sugar cube   Ya got options. 1) Pour 1 oz of absinthe into a glass and cover with an absinthe (slotted) spoon. Place the sugar cube and poor cold water over and let drip. 2) Place a sugar cube onto an absinthe spoon over an empty glass. Pour over the absinthe and light on fire. After a little caramelization/melting action, put it out with cold water.   You can support us by donating to: Education Through Music at https://www.classy.org/give/442371/#!/donation/checkout The D'Addario Foundation: http://www.daddariofoundation.org/about/donate  Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation: https://www.mhopus.org/donate/  Email us at boozicals@gmail.com or comment your musical requests or cocktail recommendations! Also be sure to follow us on our Instagram @boozicals for updates on your now favorite podcast.

On Washington Wednesday, the U.S. House and Senate face-off over spending cuts; on World Tour, news from Gabon, Ecuador, Spain, and Holland; and Mumford & Sons return to their musical roots. Plus, elephants respond to an earthquake, Janie B. Cheaney on a theology of clothing, and the Wednesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.​​Additional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network. Helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs explore financing options that align with their values. More at ambassadorsimpact.comAnd from Pensacola Christian College. Academic excellence, biblical worldview, affordable cost. go.pcci.edu/world

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En este episodio de #LosStreameadores te platicamos de: Good American Family, Holland, El Último Viaje, Alexander y Un Viaje Terrible, Atrapados, El Estudio & The Pitt. • Elenco del episodio: Ricardo Verástegui, Freddy Gaitán, Laura Aréchiga, Luis Bueno y Rubén Vidales. ¡Podcast para #Streameadores de TIEMPO COMPLETO! Visita: https://www.freddygaitan.com.mx ¡Síguenos! https://www.instagram.com/losstreameadores/ https://www.instagram.com/rverastegui/ https://www.instagram.com/freddygaitan/ https://www.instagram.com/laura.arevi/ Producido en Inspiral México: http://www.inspiral.com.mx

Brent caught us up on current happenings. And Isaac shared his future plans, his experience with Tennis and Cross Country. His friendship with Millie the Mustang and more.

Hey friends + welcome to another episode on the Your Brand of Beautiful Podcast! In case you're new, this is the podcast where we chat with women who have created their own unique version of a beautiful life, in hopes that their stories, life experiences, or insider tips might inspire others to do the same. This week, I got the chance to chat with Madeleine Raiford Holland about going from a Kitchen Table Breaking Point to a 7-Figure Family. Madeleine is the founder + CEO of MHM Luxury Properties, a 7 figure boutique Short Term Rental company. She's also the founder & CEO of MRH Education with a thriving community she helps to build their STR business empires. If you're anything like me, stories about women who hit their breaking point + decide to do something about it intrigues you. And also, the idea of investing in short term or vacation rental properties piques your interest! If so, you'll want to listen to this episode. Madeleine is sharing about the very moment everything changed for her: sitting at her kitchen table, after a hard week, with a 6 month old baby + a husband who was equally as filled with exhaustion as she was. Then, how from that moment, she got to where she is today -- owning 16+ properties + a 7-figure investment STR company. Madeleine also shares… About times when she flopped or struggled getting started in business. How to tell if you're a right fit for the STR biz + if it's a right fit for you. And how becoming big givers was a huge turning point in she + her husband's business. I hope you love this conversation and learn from it the way I did! For more info on Madeleine: https://www.madeleineraifordholland.com/ Follow Madeleine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madeleineraifordholland Check out Madeleine's Rental Properties: https://mhmluxuryproperties.com/ About Your Brand of Beautiful Host, Bailie White: Bailie White is a motivational speaker with nearly 10 years of entrepreneurial experience and a heart for serving, motivating, and encouraging women. After starting and scaling her first business — a luxury travel agency with a team of 15 women, a celebrity clientele, and multi-millions of dollars in annual sales — she sold the business after realizing what she once thought was her dream, didn't fully align with the woman she wanted to become. Today, Bailie is the host of the Your Brand of Beautiful Podcast (debuting on Apple's Top Charts) and a published author and speaker. Bailie facilitates workshops and delivers keynote speeches to college women, young professionals, and mamapreneurs. Bailie teaches these women how to Stop Being Busy, Quiet The Noise, and Start Being Them — she teaches them how to become Their Own Brand of Beautiful. Bailie has been featured in media outlets like Buzzfeed and Forbes, but is most proud of her title as ‘wife' and ‘mom' to her two small children. Bailie lives with her family on the outskirts of Savannah, Georgia.   LET'S CONNECT! For speaking, event, or podcasting collabs, email: hey@bailiewhite.com Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heybailiewhite/ Visit Website: https://www.bailiewhite.com Weekly Newsletter: https://www.bailiewhite.com/newsletter

Judson and Brian return to The Cockpit downstairs at Daniel Nardicio's Redeye NY for their second live show! Having just reunited with Judson after three weeks apart, Brian regales him with stories he's been waiting to share about his daughter hearing him and his husband having sex, his struggles using AI to help navigate a Grindr conversation, and having “the talk” with his kids. Judson responds by sharing the memory of finding his parents' sex tape as a child. The two then welcome Leo Wyatt and Jordan Holland of JXXL to the podcast. Leo and Jordan talk about how they encourage exploration, practice, and play through the private and public parties they throw, what sets their parties apart, how they define openness for themselves, their use of condoms, and what their Daddy Issues are. They then help Judson and Brian answer a series of Go Ask Your Dad questions submitted by the live audience, ranging from what kind of lube all four recommend to how to become more comfortable as a bottom. With a special appearance by returning guest Guy Woof!   JXXL online: JXXL.live/events JXXL on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jxxlcommunity JXXL on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jxxlcommunity.bsky.social   Dads and Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dadsanddaddiespod.bsky.social

After three episodes recorded online, the guys at last get the tech working offsite at the bar again. They discuss WDC 2025, their upcoming tournament plans and their latest online games. Intro and Diplomacy chat The guys introduce the venue and their drinks (0 mins 10 secs) They talk about the 2025 World Diplomacy Championship and congratulate Noam Brown (who we interviewed about Cicero) (2 mins) We talk about the upcoming WDC's planned for 2026 (Athens) and 2027 (Chicago) and whether there will be another Asia-Pacific WDC in 2028 (7 mins) They get back to how their beers would be as Diplomacy openings (9 mins 30 secs) A little admin update on the podcast (15 mins) They talk about the challenge of getting 7 players for a local game (16 mins 30 secs) Gavin discusses trying to *maybe* get a family game of Diplomacy happening in Christmas-New Years (19 mins) Gavin gives an update on the Cane Toad Classic for 2025 - that said, since recording we have finalised details. The tournment will be run Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 August, with social activities starting Friday night. Check out the details at the Cane Toad Classic web page  (21 mins) Ken talks about visiting webDiplomacy and saw they had a new forum. They talk about vDiplomacy being spam-bombed with Ken dropping the ball on his Mod responsibilities (32 mins) Around the grounds Gavin is in just one game, with Ken joining some new games (36 mins) Gavin goes on to talk about the Magic Hour at vDip and how he's smashing Ken in the Best vDip player rankings (38 mins) He discussed drawing in a 6 way Imperial game as Holland (42 mins) Ken is playing another Zeus game (43 mins) The guys then wrap up the show (46 mins) Venue: Caxton Street Brewing Company, Brisbane Drinks for the interview: Gavin: Caxton Street Brewing IPA Ken: Caxton Street Brewing IPA Just a reminder you can support the show by giving it 5 stars on iTunes or Stitcher. And don't forget if you want to help pay off the audio equipment... or buy the guys a drink, you can also donate at Patreon, plus you get extra podcast episodes! Lastly, don't forget to subscribe so you get the latest Diplomacy Games episodes straight to your phone. Thanks as always to Dr Dan aka "The General" for his rockin' intro tune.

A few years ago, Sister Patricia Holland passed unexpectantly. She was a powerful disciple in her own right, standing as an example and witness that God lives, that He loves us, that and keeping our focus on Him is the sure path to everlasting joy. Her daughter, Mary Alice McCann, wanted to make sure that her children and grandchildren knew what kind of blood was in their veins, so she compiled and carefully selected Sister Holland's thoughts and teachings into a beautiful book called An Eye Single: Thoughts and Teachings from Patricia T. Holland. She joins this episode along with Michelle Torsak, executive director of content at Deseret Book, as they reflect on the powerful force for good that was Patricia T. Holland.   Order your own copy of this book here!   Don't forget to sign up for our Zoom event for Learning Together: Transform Your Temple Experience with author of An Endowment of Love Melinda Wheelright Brown. You can sign up here!

Have a request for an upcoming segment? Send me a Text Message! So many new movies to review this week. Find out if any of these are worth your time and money:THE AMATEUR, THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND, DROP, SACRAMENTO, THE KING OF KINGS, WARFARE, HOLLAND, G20Follow on Instagram and Letterboxd @seeitorshoveitSupport the showInterested in becoming an official supporter or just want to buy me a popcorn? Click the Support the Show link above!

Monday of Holy Week Saint of the Day: St. Lydwine, 1380-1433; born in Holland; suffered a fall while ice skating in 1396, when a friend collided with her and caused her to break a rib on the right side; she never fully recovered; an abscess formed inside her body which later burst and caused Lydwine extreme suffering; she later suffered a series of mysterious illnesses which in retrospect seemed to be from the hands of God; Lydwine accepted her plight as the will of God and offered up her sufferings for the sins of humanity; she experienced mystical gifts, including supernatural visions of heaven, hell, purgatory, apparitions of Christ, and the stigmata Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 4/14/25 Gospel: John 12:1-11

Enz friend Si Barker dials in to talk through a killer soundboard recording of Split Enz live in Holland at Pinkpop festival November 23 1980. Featured performances include: Poor Boy, My mistake, I wouldn't dream of it, I hope I never, Nobody takes me seriously, I see red, Horse to water, Shark attack.You can significantly support the continuation of the 240 podcast for a donation of just a couple dollars per month. This goes directly towards covering the podcast hosting fees. Big thank yous if you are in a position to help. Head over here to: http://patreon.com/240neilfinn

Today I talk with Reverend Dr. Drew Holland, pastor of the Shaeffer's Chapel Global Methodist Church in Mississippi. Drew and I discuss his upcoming book, A Place for the Past, where he argues for the value of studying the Bible from a historical perspective.

I have never had the pleasure of having a guest quite like Michele Blood. While still living in Australia Michele was an extremely successful rock singer. One day she was involved in a serious accident while being driven to a gig. Her body was, as she says, quite battered and damaged. What is fascinating about Michele's story is how she discovered the value of positive affirmations that she used to heal everything. As she will tell us, it is not just saying affirmations, but rather it is truly believing what you affirm. Her music became an integral of what healed her.   Since her recovery Michele has traveled the world singing and speaking on stage with many well-known motivational and thought leaders. I leave it to her to tell the story.   During our episode Michele will sing one of her affirmation songs. I hope you are as moved by the song in specific and by Michele's attitude and mindset in general. She teaches us a lot that can have nothing but positives effects on your life.   I look forward to hearing what you have to say about my time with Michele. Don't forget to get her free gifts available only to listeners of the Unstoppable Mindset podcast. Is that cool or what?       About the Guest:   Michele Blood is a successful, multi-talented lady. Michele was a successful songwriter and rock singer in Australia and after a near-fatal car accident, while in the hospital with many serious injuries, she created positive Affirmation Songs which not only healed her body but also took her to worldwide success. These Affirmation songs affect the left and right hemispheres of the brain. Lyrics, the left hemisphere, and melody and music, the right hemisphere so the new, positive messages go straight to the subconscious mind. This is why millions of people worldwide have downloaded her Affirmation Power songs. These songs cover healing, success, money, joy, confidence and they uplift the person immediately.   In addition to creating Magnet To Success™ products and seminars worldwide, her public Mystical Success Events have been held in over 26 countries. Michele has co-written and created over 80 books, music CDs, audio programs, TV shows, and videos on positive thought, mind transformation, and meditation.   Michele has appeared in many hundreds of podcasts, radio/tv shows, and magazines globally. After many years of meditation, Michele's Kundalini awakened and transformed her consciousness. Michele now teaches others how to live a Successful Life and experience Divine Oneness. Her Mystical Experience webinars and live streams have assisted people globally to transform their lives to the positive. Through her Teachings and Light Transmissions, people awaken and experience what they say is the impossible. They awaken to their true purpose and begin their path to Enlightenment. She has shared the stage and worked with Bob Proctor, Dr. Deepak Chopra, Dr. Wayne Dyer, Jack Canfield, and many other transformational Authors and Teachers. Her latest book is The Magic Of Affirmation Power and her latest album is Create Miracles: Positive Affirmation Songs To Harmonize your Mind and Life. And her new Magnet To Money App will uplift millions worldwide.   Ways to connect with Michele:   https://www.MicheleBlood.com and https://www.YouTube.com/MicheleBlood   Michele would also love to gift your viewers and listeners her audiobook, "The Magic Of Affirmation Power" Your audience can download this free gift by going to: https://www.MicheleBlood.com/UnstoppableMindset   About the Host:   Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog.   Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards.   https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/   accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/   https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/       Thanks for listening!   Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! 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The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.   Michael Hingson ** 01:21 Hi everyone, and welcome to another episode of unstoppable mindset where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected, which is really the most fun part, meet today. We are getting close to winter, and I was just telling our guest Michele Blood that here in Victorville, we had a temperature this morning of 28 degrees. Ah, lovely weather, and all the weather people complain about now it's getting cold in the summer, they complained it was getting hot. You know, you can't please them. I don't know what to say. But anyway, one of these days they'll, they'll decide that whatever happens is is not a bad thing, and they'll stop complaining, I guess. But any Yeah. But anyway, Michele, I want to welcome you to unstoppable mindset. We're really glad you're here. Thank you.   Michele Blood ** 02:06 Michael, I've been so looking forward to this. After reading thunder dog, I'm going to be reading the second book, which is live like a guide dog. I'm going to be reading that after that, I absolutely adore this book, which I'm showing right now, Thunder dog. It's the most inspirational you can't put down. I mean, the lot not just getting down 78 floors of the Twin Towers, 78 stairs. I mean, oh my gosh. But then everything that you've done in between working with you know Ray Kurzweil, who's done a lot of things in the music industry as well. I mean, I mean, I recognized his name straight away. I'm like, all the all the things you've done. I'm just so impressed by and by your life and how inspiring you are. And I just wanted to say that to everybody, he's just, you gotta get his thunder dog book if you haven't yet, and his new book, live like a guide dog, for sure.   Michael Hingson ** 03:02 I I don't know. I haven't totally kept up, but I haven't heard that anybody has yet come out with a music synthesizer that is better than the Kurzweil synthesizer. Now, a lot has happened, and maybe technology has advanced, but I hadn't heard about anything that still beats it.   Michele Blood ** 03:20 Yeah. Yeah. I mean, the fair light was pretty amazing when that first came out, but the Kurzweil, I mean, all any rock musician knows about, yeah, when, when that was first put out, we were just like, oh my gosh, that's amazing, you know, because you could sample sounds and, you know, it was just   Michael Hingson ** 03:39 incredible, and it had a choir built into it. Yeah? Daylight though   Michele Blood ** 03:43 that was, I don't know, think back back in the day, it was like 100 grand, so that's probably why it wasn't as popular. Yeah,   03:51 a little more   Michael Hingson ** 03:52 expensive than the Kurzweil one. Yeah, yeah, our organist at our church where my wife and I went in Irvine and where we got married, our organist had a Kurzweil synthesizer and used it a lot, which was, which was kind of fun, and it was, it was very and it is very impressive all the way around, yeah, but   Michele Blood ** 04:13 just the innovative things that have been done, and you're helping ray with all of the things for the blind as well. Working with Stevie Wonder. I mean, it's just, you're very impressive. You're an inspiration. You are, you are absolutely amazing.   Michael Hingson ** 04:28 Well, thank you. But now let's talk about you a little bit. And you know, you can, you can.   04:35 I didn't show them the cover yet. You can   Michael Hingson ** 04:38 spread any rusty live like a guide dog. Live   04:42 like a guide dog. Needs to cover everybody   Michael Hingson ** 04:45 well, I hope people will get it. I'm we're excited about it. It's been out now a few months. It seems to be selling. We're excited. So hopefully people will read it, and it inspires people a little bit, because it's all about. Are trying to get people to learn to control fear and not let it overwhelm or, as I put it, blind you. But anyway, tell us a little bit about you. Why don't you start with the the early Michele, growing up, and some of those kinds of things, just kind of introduce us to you a little bit.   Michele Blood ** 05:16 Well, I'm an Aussie G'day, everyone. G'day, and, in Australia, I started in the entertainment industry at the age of five, on TV. What   Michael Hingson ** 05:27 did you do? Singing? Oh, okay,   Michele Blood ** 05:31 you know. And then eventually got my, you know, had lots and lots of rock bands I sang in, until eventually I got my own rock band that became very successful. I was the lead singer, one of the main songwriters and the manager of the band. We got a great record label. We had 1000s of people coming to our gigs, and it took years to get there, but I loved it so much, even though it's very, very tough at one stage, we toured for seven years, non stop. I mean, no Christmases, no New Year's eves, because when you're in a rock band, you get paid triple on New Year's Eves and Christmases and stuff like that. Yeah, and you can't really say no until you're really huge. You can't really say no to any gig, because you need the money road crew and sound equipment trucks and all the rest of it so but I feel that my life went on a whole new trajectory after a near fatal truck accident, actually, where I was a passenger with the truck, with all the equipment, and my body was so badly broken, I was In the hospital for months and months and months and and that was the best thing that ever happened to me. I know that sounds crazy everybody, but truly, when you have something so terrible happen to you, and it gets turned around by the Divine, whatever you choose to call God, it gets your life gets turned around and it makes all the difference in the world. So that's the first quarter.   Michael Hingson ** 07:08 Well, you know, I'm really curious. You said something that just strikes a question. I know that a lot of people try to go into entertainment, and most probably aren't overly successful. But why do you think that you were so successful? What what made the rock group and and what you did so successful? Do you have a notion? Well,   Michele Blood ** 07:30 I loved what I did. I was very, very good at it. And not everyone that's good at it's probably other singers in the world that are better than me. But the reason, I think because, I mean, I had some backing vocals on some records, and these female singers were incredible. And one of them said, I know you've got a good voice, Michelle, but I don't know why it's you and not me. And I said, I think it's just that I never gave up, and I was really disciplined. And I, you know, I wasn't on the road of sex, drugs and rock and roll. I was on the road of discipline, making sure that all my band members were disciplined. We worked really, really hard. We rehearsed a lot. We never blew out a gig, not once. So you get a good reputation. And so I started as a cover band, and we would sound just like the records at the time of the 80s. You know, people said that was a band. It sounded like a record. And so then we, we eventually started putting all our originals in and, I mean, I did crazy things, Michael, I went into Time Warner to the A and R people, because I wasn't getting any feedback. It's really hard. You can't just send them a tape to get you know for them to listen to your demos. So I went in as a tap dancing singing telegram. And so the secretary let me go straight into the office, and it was a board meeting, and because she thought, you know, their family had so I was there with flowers and a cake and my ghetto blaster, and I said, Then I did a tap dance, and I made up this song about, you know, this is, this is the band called clapping hands. You're going to sign them, you're going to want them. And this is a singing telegram saying, Listen to this. And that's how I got my first record deal.   Michael Hingson ** 09:24 Creativity counts for something. It   Michele Blood ** 09:25 sure does. You've gotta have guts. And I mean, I by the time I walked out of that office, though I was sweating, I was shaking, but you have to do something to be noticed. And and I think because I love people so much, and because I'd been singing professionally since I was five, which means I was singing for family members and everyone since I was two, apparently getting being put on the kitchen table. And I loved people being happy, and I love loved entertaining. I just loved it. So I think, you know, it's in the stars as. Well, I know that, but I think discipline, hard work eventually never giving up. Yeah, what can I say? Never giving up.   Michael Hingson ** 10:08 Did you so you were a cover band for for a while, which meant you were the the opening band for other groups,   Michele Blood ** 10:17 not as a cover band, well, with the opening act for the pretenders and in excess and a few other bands, when we were an original band and when we had a record label, right, when we had videos on TV, but before that, now we do five to 645, minute sets a night, and we would stay at one big venue, because in back in the day in Australia, the venues were huge for cover bands. You know, four to 6000 people could come in, and we got, we got very, very popular as a cover band, and then we went original. But it took a few years to do that, for sure, but   Michael Hingson ** 10:55 I remember, I remember bands back in the 50s and 60s, like the platters, who actually were the opening band, or they were the band that were the background for other singers. And then somebody discovered these guys really are better than that, and then they became their own group, right?   Michele Blood ** 11:14 Yeah, yeah. It's interesting how, how it all works out. But in Australia, it's, it's a tough way to tour when you're a female singer, because the Aussies are pretty tough. If they don't like you, you can get B canes thrown at you.   Michael Hingson ** 11:32 Yeah, well, those kinds of things do happen. Yes, they did in Boston for for sports teams. I've heard of fans really being very brutal to like the the Patriots. I think when Steve Grogan was the quarterback, they actually booed him off the field once. It was pretty amazing. I don't know. You know that's people take some of these things way too seriously. They   Michele Blood ** 12:00 certainly do. I like what Oscar Wilde said, Life is too serious to be taken seriously. Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 12:09 yeah, absolutely, and, but people still do it way too much. Which is, which is, which is a problem. Yes, you know, we need people to take life more like Mark Twain and Will Rogers, by all means, but I can co so you, you had a serious car accident, and as you said, It really broke your body. Tell us what you'd like to about that and and then how you dealt with it, because that, that was quite a, I won't say miraculous. That was quite a marvel. You. You certainly took a leap along the way with that.   Michele Blood ** 12:50 Yeah, it's such a unique story. Um, after you know the truck driver we've been driving for 12 hours from Brisbane to Sydney, from gig to keep and he fell asleep at the wheel just as we reached Sydney, which happened to be right across the road from the best orthopedic specialist hospital in Sydney. So thank you, God, you know. Yeah, there's no coincidences. There's no accidents. So they got me over there really fast, and they had me straight into the operating theater straight away. So, I mean, I had tons of different operations, but what happened was, when you're in physics, that much physical agony, you pass out every few minutes. Mm, hmm, and, but I had people and fans and family putting on audio programs of things I'd never heard of before, Affirmations, Visualization, positive stuff, audio books by motivational speakers, inspirational speakers who I'd never heard of, but one of them got to me, and that was a book by a man called Napoleon Hill who wrote a book called Think and Grow Rich. Grow Rich, right? And I didn't care about hearing about all the millionaires in the 1920s in America, male men. Why would a female, young Australian rock singer care about that? But one chapter in there, he talks about how his infant son was born deaf, and he would go into his infant son's room every single night and do affirmations, auto suggestion, you hear perfectly. You are so loved, and you are so loving, etc, etc. And by the time a little boy was nearly four, he had 30% of his hearing. And you know when you hear something, I've never heard of this before, Michael, but you know when you hear something for the first time and you can feel it that it's true. You've just heard something that you know in the marrow of your bones that that what you've just heard is true. So I said, Okay, I can, I can run. Relate to that, because I know that I've used my willpower and my positive thinking, My I've never said I can't do something, I can't have that drama that I want. I've never said that. I've always said it's all possible. Everything is possible. You just go for it. Michelle, and I'd always just go for it. And I was brought up a Catholic, and I wasn't brought up. I wasn't one of those people that hated the church. I loved it. So I always had a belief in God, because I used to go to mass as a little girl every morning with the nuns, because I was in love with Jesus, and I just felt so I had that spirituality in me, and I think that is what is the backbone. You know, in the Bible, it says you do not need to be strong, because Christ is my strength. Christ is your strength. And so now I know that there is so much more to spirituality than just Jesus, but it was a great start for my faith in my life, and it gave me happiness. And so I just had faith that this would work, so I started doing affirmations, but they didn't work. Michael, do you want to know why? Sure, yeah, we've got nothing else to do today, right? May as well. Hear about it well, because neuroscience has proven now that affirmations do work and they do positive thinking actually does make a difference in the brain, in the neural pathways. It does make a difference. It ignites something in different parts of the brain. But back then, in the 80s, there was no way to prove that, you know, let alone Napoleon Hill in the 1920s but the thing that he said was most important is, you have to believe it. You have to emotionalize it. But I couldn't, Michael, I couldn't emotionalize it because I would. I started an affirmation, I am healed. I know I am. I love myself. I am my friend. Now, none of those things were true, so I thought, but I did want them to be true, so I thought, great, I've got the perfect affirmation. But when you are feeling like you're feeling and the world around you is presenting the opposite of what you're saying. Your doubting mind spits it out and does not believe it. So about two, three weeks after stopping the affirmations, because I realized that didn't work, I literally had a spiritual epiphany, and it was, you know, as a songwriter, Michelle, you can't get a song out of your head, even if it's songs you don't like or jingles from advertising agencies. So sing your affirmations. Because I got my brother to look around for affirmation songs, and he said, there isn't any such thing. And so I started singing,   Speaker 1 ** 17:58 I am healed. I know I am I love myself. I am my friend. And   Michele Blood ** 18:05 I recorded it onto a cassette player, just a cappella over and over again. And that was the beginning. As I listened to that all day, every day I would I started feeling better. I started getting back to my attitude, that I can, I can heal it just I realized. And when I was working with Bob Proctor, he said, you know why that works so well? He said, It's because the left side of the brain is where the lyrics are, the affirmation, the right side the melody. And this is even before I started recording it with music, and so you have a whole brain experience. And the song, the doubting mind doesn't have a chance to reject it. It goes straight into your subconscious mind. So that's how my positive affirmation pop music began. I didn't stop doing my other music, but I did have what they said, even the doctors, even though they're not supposed to say it, they said my healing was miraculous, and I ended up on TV shows and in the press and everything about what I'd been through for inspiration. And that's how it all began.   Michael Hingson ** 19:16 It. It really is all about believing it. It's it is so easy just to say something, but without truly accepting it, without truly making it a part of your psyche. However you do that it, it doesn't mean a thing. Don't   Michele Blood ** 19:32 mean a thing if it ain't something. Yeah, you do have to laugh. Do up, do up, do   Michele Blood ** 19:43 Yeah, music makes the world go around. It does,   Michael Hingson ** 19:48 and it's so important to take it seriously enough that you truly do believe it, and that's what's so important. And clearly. What you did? So what happened you you got healed completely, I would assume from all that had happened,   Michele Blood ** 20:10 yeah, I mean, it's still it still took quite a while, but I was determined. I put my high shoes back on, even though they said, don't wear high shoes. And I never intended for the affirmation music to go out to the public. My one of the band members that I work with and wrote songs with John Beatty, Hi John. He he's in person now in Australia with millions of kids, but anyway, we won't help me. Listens, yeah, we went into the recording studio and we, we just started recording. I was writing a lot of songs, and we started recording tons of different affirmation songs in all different styles of you know, from R and B to just rock to ballads to depending on what the song was about, whether it was about, you know, divine love, more of a ballad, more of a some of them just more rock and roll about being successful. And when the press found out that I was actually doing that, then promoters that were bringing out American very, very big, best selling authors asked me to come and do my singing affirmations in between these people. And I said, No, I don't want to do that. I'm not doing it for the public. Was just for me, my band, to have these positive thoughts. And they said, No, we love it. We love it. We want you to do it. And so my very first gig, I'm in Adelaide, Australia, and there's three and a half 1000 people on a Wednesday that came to this gig that paid over $300 each for a ticket, which I thought was absolutely insane. I didn't know what was going on. And I sang, and got all the people up on stage singing the affirmation songs with me made it into like a mini rock concert. And then Deepak Chopra, this, who I'd never heard of, never met before. Wayne Dyer, who I'd never heard of, never met before. Tony Alessandra, Stuart, wild, they were the speakers, and they couldn't believe it when we went out to dinner that night that I've never heard of any of them. And I said, I'm in rock and roll. I'm not in the motivational world. You know, I've, I've never heard of you, because I've not in that world. And so they were interested in how it all began, and they all said, You've got to tour this around the world. You've got to you've got to release these that we love. What you're doing. The audience is so different. Bob Proctor, though he was the one, when I ended up working with him, the promoters said, you know, we've got this female Australian singer, and you're going to be touring with her? And he said, No, I don't want a female singer. I'm Bob Proctor. I don't need that anyway. The first gig I did with him in Sydney, he came out after, and he said, I didn't want to work with a singer. And I said, good to meet you too, mate. I Yes, how are you? And he said, but no, all kidding aside. He said, My wife and I, Linda, we loved it so much, and I want you to work with me all over the world, doing events. So eventually I end up working with Bob for seven years straight. We wrote books together. We wrote music together. We put on huge events. I took over his business, looked after it, and from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where I lived, and then, and it was just very, very interesting. I've worked in over 26 countries, huge, huge audiences. The biggest one I had was 50,000 people. So to say it was successful is an understatement, but I didn't plan it. I didn't visualize it, but I had always planned on being very well known singer, but it but not to be a positive affirmation or singer. I'd never thought of that, but eventually I went off the grid and started really getting into deep meditation practice and getting off the that whole circuit, because I wanted to find God within me. So that was what happened. And it was fascinating, because it's like working with all these, you know, rock musicians, male rock musicians, and then working with all these male best selling authors. I'm like, I'm always surrounded by the boys.   Michael Hingson ** 24:46 Hey, whatever works, it's, it's interesting though, that that you, you did so much of this, I gather that the audience is reacted very positively, though. Um. Have you heard from anyone that it really changed their life to have encountered you and heard you when you performed? Oh,   Michele Blood ** 25:10 yeah, we've had millions. I mean, we've got a lot of our video video testimonials and testimonials from not just best selling authors that I've worked with, but also from people from all over the world. I work with people in over 32 countries now, and some of them don't even speak English, but they still feel the vibration. And a lot of different people have started singing my songs in different languages, which I allow anyone to do. They don't have to pay me a royalty. They can just do it whatever brings positivity to the world and change within someone, so that they can get out of that rabbit hole. Because you're, you know, your whole podcast about unstoppable mindset. Well, this is such a a great new beginning is to just have to listen to a song. Yeah? And, you know, there's so I've got hundreds of songs to choose from, so it's a good it's a good way to start, because music, you know, like I always say to people, if you have the blues, even though I like blues and I think it's brilliant, but if you have the blues, probably best not to listen to the blues. Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 26:21 definitely, definitely true. Well, of course, one has to ask if, if you have one, not necessarily long, but that you want to sing for us all.   Michele Blood ** 26:38 Yeah, I can. I didn't have anything set up. But if you'd like to chat for a minute, I'll just get something set up for you. Well,   Michael Hingson ** 26:45 okay, we can, we can do that. I do. I do agree with you that if you've got the blues, you don't want to listen to the blues. I I personally like happy stuff. I like musicals, especially when they're they're happy musicals. I've always enjoyed that. I do listen and read science fiction and sometimes read some some pretty horrific things. But I've noticed later in my life I'm doing less of that because I, although I like mysteries, I don't like nowadays really graphical or very graphic murder mysteries and things like that, and so people call the kinds of things that I probably typically like cozy mysteries. I wouldn't say that Rex Stout books about neural wolf the private detective are necessarily cozy, but by the same token, they're not the most graphic things, and I've always enjoyed them because they're puzzles. And I love mysteries that are really puzzles that I can become engaged in and try to solve, and musicals I like just because they're fun and and they're they're very happy for the most part. And so again, they're, they're very relevant to to want to listen to. So I, I tend to do that. So it's a lot of fun to keep in the the spirit of reasonably happy and stay away from the blues. Okay,   Michele Blood ** 28:17 I've got something set up now, alright, saying low battery, but oh, sorry. What happened there? There it is. There it is. This song is called synergy. I wrote it with Bob Proctor. Can you hear the music?   Michael Hingson ** 28:35 It's a little low, but yes, go ahead. Better. Yep,   Speaker 1 ** 28:40 there's a way to get it moving, to make it happen, to get high. Can barely flooded in the clouds, join thoughts and let them fly. When your mind joins in with others and all your thoughts to one a US. Energy begins to sizzle and it's energy positive energy synergy. It's energy, hot energy, positive energy turn into synergy. Together, creative power will start to flow. Things begin to happen. You're a church with Synergy. Red Hot energy, positive energy grows into synergy. It's energy, hot energy, positive energy grows into synergy.   Michele Blood ** 29:55 You shine and become magnetic, you'll draw the good. People out the world will be a better place, and everyone will start to shout, face to face, building   Speaker 2 ** 30:12 energy. Taste. The taste is this energy, thoughts, launching into one, a new boss have become this is synergy.   Speaker 1 ** 30:23 It's synergy, red hot energy, positive energy, delta, synergy, it's synergy.   Michael Hingson ** 30:34 There you go. Now   30:36 that's Bob Proctor. Wrote the lyrics for that.   Michael Hingson ** 30:41 But, um, who was the male voice near the end? Oh, the   Michele Blood ** 30:44 male voice was a American guy in who was singing covers in Kuala Lumpur when I lived there, Ah, okay, and I just hired him to come and and do that in the studio in Kuala Lumpur, yeah. But the other affirmation songs are more simple, but they're still got, you know, like a good dance beat, some of them are ballads greeting the day with love in your heart. It just depends on where you want to take your mind that day. Do you want to open your heart? Do you want to be like listen to the persistent song. Do you want to feel more successful? You listen to the success song, which is like 50s, rock and roll. So they're all different. They're all different product, production. So it was a lot of fun changing the different styles for each song depending on the lyrics.   Michael Hingson ** 31:34 Well, if people want to get those affirmation songs and so on, are they available for people to get? Yeah,   Michele Blood ** 31:41 all my albums are sold all over the world, and iTunes, of course, Amazon. My own website is magnet to success. Com. My YouTube channel is Michelle blood.com forward slash YouTube. But I've got lovely giveaways for your for your audience, if you'd like me to share that. Well, we will   Michael Hingson ** 32:03 do that a little bit, okay, but I really appreciate you seeing synergy. I will be, I will be saying that to myself the rest of the day, which is fine, but you know, you mentioned the blues and so on. So here's a question, if somebody is really down and really frustrated, how can they change their life to the positive?   Michele Blood ** 32:31 Well, first of all, even if they are really down, you've got to know, no matter what is going on in your life, that everything is possible for you, and that you can get out of that rabbit hole, and that you are you might feel alone, but you're never alone. Whether you believe in God or you don't believe in God, there is a God and you are looked after. You can pray without begging just giving. One of the most wonderful things you can do is just to start to write down what you're thankful for immediately. If you can say thank you divine, or just thank you for my beautiful life, and if then you can begin to write down what a beautiful life would look like for you, just start writing it down, even though it's not true yet. Like, let's start thinking about what can be done. What do you what sort of friends do you want? What sort of lifestyle do you want? You know, start thinking of others as well. Whenever we can do something, if we can do something every single day that makes somebody else happy, whether it's feeding the homeless or sending funny kitten videos to your friends. You if you can do something every day that brings happiness to somebody else or takes them out of suffering, well, then it'll take you out of yourself. Because if, if it's something emotional that you're going through, that means that you're going to sometimes we do need to go through the emotion, particularly if we're mourning the loss of something or someone that's important and healthy. But it is also important to stop thinking about ourselves so much and look at what can be done for the world. I love I love Saint Vincent de Paul. I love the Salvation Army so much, so you can tithe to them anonymously. If you want to do something you don't know what to do, even if it's just a buck, five bucks, it's really good to tithe to charities that are doing good in the world. And I'm sure there's a charity that you could recommend to us, Michael, that will help with the blind. If you got one, you can recommend?   Michael Hingson ** 34:43 Well, I think there, there really are a number of of places to donate. One of my favorites is the National Federation of the Blind, nfb.org, because it's, it's a consumer organization that fights for the rights of. Of blind people around the United States and actually around the world. And it's the NFB is the largest consumer organization of blind people in this country and, in fact, in the world. But it has made such a difference in the lives of blind people. For example, through the National Federation of blind we completely changed the life insurance industry that refused to provide life insurance for any blind person up until the mid 1980s and when it was finally discovered that they were denying us, not because they had any evidence and actual mathematical models that proved that we were a risk, which is what they're supposed to do. They were doing it strictly out of prejudice. And so now every state in the union, because of the Federation, has actually passed legislation that says you can't discriminate unless you've got real evidence. Well, it's been 40 years, and nobody's come up with evidence that we're a higher risk simply because we're blind or other persons with disabilities, their disabilities directly make them a higher risk. So, you know, that's that's definitely one of my favorite organizations to support. And   Michele Blood ** 36:13 nfb.org everybody. Nfb.org I've written it down for me to start tithing there as well. And,   Michael Hingson ** 36:20 you know, and there, there are so many others. Another organization that I tend to like, it's a very small organization, is advocates for service animal partners asap.org, and and it fights for the rights of people with a variety of disabilities who use service animals, service dogs, to be able to take their dogs with them, where wherever they go, because we're denied. So awesome. So I like asap.org as well.   Michele Blood ** 36:51 I love what you did. I think it was you and Ray and his wife. You were going to a particular restaurant and a a suity maitre d snotty, snooty, wouldn't let you in with your blind dog, with your with your guide dog, right? And and she was really upset the wife. And so you end up gathering quite a few of your friends that are blind, that have guide dogs, and you went in, and he had to oblige and let you all in. And everyone was very nice to you. So that was really good, because that it, it's, it's illegal for them to say you can't come in with your guide dog. It is   Michael Hingson ** 37:28 illegal, and it has been illegal for a long time. One of my favorite stories, which really wasn't a bad story at all, there used to be a restaurant in Boston in Quincy Market called Durgan Park. And Durgan Park was was basically family style, although around the outside of the room they had tables for four but you couldn't sit at one of those tables unless you had four people. Well, we came in one night and there were only three of us and my dog, Holland, and the the host has said, You know what, I'm going to make an exception and let you sit at this table for four so Holland was under the table, and there were three of us, and the waitress came up, and the waitresses at Durgan Park are known as snots. I mean, they're, they're, they're, they're supposed to be really rough and all that. It's just part of the schtick. But she came up and she said, What are you people doing sitting here? And he said, well, the host has put us here. No, she didn't. You're just sitting here. No, she did. It's because of the dog under the table. No, there's no dog under the table. You're not going to make me fall for that. And she walks away, and then she comes back and she said, you're not supposed to be sitting here and all that. I said, Look, there's a dog under the table. Take a look. And it took a while, but I finally got her to look, and there's Holland staring at her with these big brown eyes when she lifts up the the tablecloth, and the next thing I know, she comes back with a big plate. Jurgen Park has very good sized portions of frying rib and says, Can I give this to the dog, oh, and, and normally, I would never do that, but in the for to promote goodwill, I said, Okay, which Hall of love? And, you know, I knew the food there was good, but, you know, it was, it was just one of those great stories. But, yeah, all too often that isn't the way it goes. We see so many challenges with Uber, for example, so many drivers refuse to take blind people or other people with disabilities who have service dogs. It's against the rules, and they say, but it's our car. No, you signed a contract that said that you are going to transport the public, so it is illegal for you to deny us. But they do, and that's one of the things that ASAP, for example, is really working on to address, to get Uber, to recognize that it has to enforce the law like everyone else. But it's a challenge. People come from all sorts of different points of view. You know, with   Michele Blood ** 39:59 the name like. Uber. How could they do that? They're not being very Uber.   40:04 Well, there you go.   Michele Blood ** 40:07 Wow. That's interesting in this day and age. Absolutely, it continues all too often. So many people have slipped into something more comfortable, like a coma. Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 40:18 Now you and your team have created an app. I think it's called what magnet to money. Tell us about that. Yeah,   Michele Blood ** 40:24 it was interesting. Thanks, Michael. I wanted to do because sometimes people like you were talking earlier, how do they get out of their you know, their depression, or whatever they're going through that they're feeling, how do they get out of that rabbit hole? So if you're feeling that way, and your mindset is in a negative state of mind, and you're emotionally not feeling well, well, then it's very, very challenging for you to want to put on some positive, you know, affirmation music. Because I know when I was in the hospital, if people came in and they were too chirpy. I would couldn't wait for them to go because I wasn't oscillating at that frequency. Yeah, you know. So they're all Oh, hi. And so I thought, wouldn't it be great if we had an app and it would just play? As you know, they can choose the notifications how often it will play. And so Polly fella, Trevor Rogers and Johnny and Dara and myself, we worked really hard, especially Holly fella, to develop this app. And it took about two and a half years to develop it. And it's got morning meditations. It's got tons of affirmations with music underneath. It's got a sleep program to help. As they're sleeping, people are sleeping, I'm very softly saying affirmations and positive you know, feed, feed to their minds. And it's also got notifications, so the magnet to money song will play whatever they want to, so they don't have to even remember to and eventually, like someone the other day, said she was in a bank and she had the magnet to Money App, and she had it as her ringtone as well. And she's in this big bank that was hardly anybody in there, but it was quite chamber ish, Echo ish, and she said, and her phone was on pretty loud. It started, I'm a magnet to money came on really loud, and everyone started laughing. They're like, well, that's sort of, I guess, you know, a good thing to play in a bank. Yeah, works. So, yeah, the magnet to Money App is fantastic. App. It's got so much on it, and it's got an audio book you get for free from myself and Bob Proctor called magnet to money through the sea of unlimited consciousness, one one of our books that we did as an audio book, and we thought we've also got a free app, because that magnet to Money App is only about, I think it's $4 or something A month, but the affirmation power app is free, and on that tons of affirmations, plus my affirmation music videos is on there as well. So that's free, if anybody wants that.   Michael Hingson ** 43:13 So yeah, so is that available with Android and Apple and iPhone? No,   Michele Blood ** 43:17 just, just apple at the moment, because to develop for an Android is much more complicated because there are so many different companies, yeah, yes, whereas Apple, it's just the iPhone, but we do intend to, but it's, you know, we've got the manifestation video app as well, and we've got a New App coming out, which is all my audio books. And I'm doing a new audio book every month, not just my books on audio, but other people's books on audio as well. And then the next step after that, is a prayer app, talking about prayer, how to pray, and for me, teaching people the power of prayer. So it's really lovely to be able to do apps that have got positive, you know, the very, very, you know, if they were to buy all those individual products from me to cost hundreds dollars, and this way it's just a few dollars a month all free for them to get all my positive songs and books and all that sort of thing.   Michael Hingson ** 44:17 How do people search for these apps that in the in the app store. I think   Michele Blood ** 44:22 that if they just go under, look under Michelle blood, okay, under my name, yeah, okay, they'll just come up. I   Michael Hingson ** 44:29 will, I will be doing that this afternoon. I think that's that's pretty cool. You know, in in our world today, we become so materialistic in so many ways, but at the same time, a lot of people have really become students of your affirmations and so on. How did they really become students? And I think even more important, one of the questions that I would ask is. How does it really transform, or did it really transform people's consciousness and set them on a road toward a more spiritual path? Because I think in so many ways, we don't see people doing that, and at the same time, I know there are a lot of people who do, but by the same token, there's so many people who go, oh, this is just all pokem. It doesn't really mean anything, but that's just not true.   Michele Blood ** 45:24 Well, I think it's, it's an interesting question to answer, because there are so many different types of people in the world, and we can't expect to change people. They have to, you know, I don't want anyone to suffer. Michael, first of all, so I think having positive thoughts in their head is going to actually make them think less of themselves, believe it or not, these the way the lyrics are done, and more of joy and sharing and caring about other people, because it is so important to to do that, because people, if they get too much into themselves, Like I say to people, don't buy anything if you're buying it. For someone else to be to compliment you, that's a really good way of deciding what you're going to purchase in your life. If you're doing it to you know, to say, Oh, I've got this really nice car. Look how great I am. But get it if you want a good car. Get it because you want a nice, safe car that's good for the environment, but don't get it so that you will impress other people. Unless you're a real estate agent, they do need good cars, apparently, to drive people around, yeah, I guess so. Drive people around,   Michael Hingson ** 46:35 but, or drive people crazy, yeah,   Michele Blood ** 46:37 but. But I also think it's important that that if you want to, you can't tell someone to be more spiritual. They have to get into a positive frame of mindset first. Because when you're in a positive frame of mindset, you start feeling more of a heart blow, more love. And even if you don't believe in God, you believe in love everybody, I know you do, so whether it's your animal that you love, because every animal is an angel, whether it's nature, smelling the remembering to stop and smell the flowers, remembering to not let yourself complain. Complaining will take you down a rabbit hole of absolute negativity and please. People remember, the only reason you're complaining is because you're feeling fear about losing something or not getting something that you want. And so if you can stop complaining for 28 days straight, you will change your life. And I know that sounds impossible, but many people can do it, because I've seen my students do it. So if you can stop complaining and stop half if you're halfway through a complaint about something or someone or politics or Trump or whatever in the hell it is, stop yourself halfway through and just say, Why am I complaining? And people are complaining because they're in fear. If you can stop and be mindful enough to say, I'm complaining because I'm afraid of something, and I don't want to face it and find out what you're afraid of, the thing that you're afraid of will dissipate. Yeah, it really will. So I think that's a really good place to start listening to the positive songs, for sure, going to every single unstoppable mindset podcast you possibly can go to reading Michael's books, and also, just knowing that you can get out of that rabbit hole, it is totally possible, and I've seen it in people from all different cultures and religious backgrounds all over the world. I've traveled to so many different countries, and have so many different audiences, and everybody wants to be loved and be loved in return. And everybody wants to see other people happy at their core. They really do. We don't want to make people unhappy, do you? So stop complaining.   Michael Hingson ** 49:07 You know, it's, it's interesting that you, you talk about all this, one of the things that we talk a lot about, and you'll see it and live like the guide dog, is that we need to become more introspective. Because if we do and we really look at ourselves daily, and, for example, look at what worked today, what didn't work. Why didn't it work? You eventually get to what was I really afraid of? And if you really stop to think about that and go, I didn't need to be afraid of that, your life will change, which is really, as you're pointing out, what it's all about.   Michele Blood ** 49:44 Excellent, excellent. I'm looking forward to reading that as well, and then I've already told everyone to get thunder dog on all my lists. But now I'll be, after I read the next one, I'll be telling them to read that as well, because we're on the same page. Michael.   Michael Hingson ** 49:59 Tell me a little bit about something I've read in your bio, how you went from affirmations to a full kundalini awakening.   Michele Blood ** 50:09 Well, when I was working with Bob Proctor in Asia, I was saying to him one day, I feel this heart blow like I feel like my heart is out of my chest, and I feel such deep love. And it's not for any person, place or thing. It's for everything, actually, but it's beyond that. It's divine. And he said, you're looking for an enlightened teacher. That's what you need. And I said, Well, where do you find an enlightened teacher, and what exactly is that? And he got me to read Autobiography of a Yogi by Hara mahansa Yogananda. And I'd read it before, but I didn't really get it like I did this time when I read it, and I realized that enlightenment wasn't just one person. People can actually meditate and go into higher states of consciousness, but I wasn't thinking of how is an enlightened being around in this modern world? That can't be right? Because I it must be like unless it's Asia maybe. He said, I don't know. He said, I did have a Canadian man who was enlightened, who taught me for three years before he died, left the body. And he said, you just have to pray for it and know that the teacher and the student will find each other. It took me 14 years of searching all over the world, and eventually I found an enlightened teacher in all places America, and I decided to go off the grid, and I really had to to study with her as a student, because she didn't like us to be on Facebook or social media. She said, you don't want attention on yourself when you're studying with me, because you want to be able to go in deeply. Yeah. So I went off. I studied with her for 12 years, but after the first few years, I went into a full awakening myself, never expecting that. Didn't expect it to happen to me. I thought, how could a rock singer in Australia, have a kundalini awakening, but I did, and now I love to teach mysticism and spirituality and meditation practice to students from all over the world. And I love to do it. I think there's so many tools in the toolbox of life, whatever sort of personality you have, whether you're extremely religious or you just want to have more positive outcome. You want to become healthier. I think meditation practice is good for everybody. You do not have to be religious or think of spirituality to enjoy a quiet mind. It'll slow down your blood pressure. It will give you pump your blood, it'll stop your mind from going down a million rabbit holes where your senses take you. I just think meditation practice is a miraculous, privileged thing to do.   Michael Hingson ** 52:53 I agree. And you know, one of the things that it's a little bit off topic for what you just said, but we were talking earlier about people praying and looking for so many things. I'm amazed at how many people pray to God, telling God what they want and what they think they need. And I'm sitting there whenever I hear about that today, especially, I think, Wait a minute, God already knows that what you need to do is to listen to get the response, and thank God for the response, but people just don't do that. I'm just so amazed at at that. But it's it is so true that we spend too much time not doing the thing that we really need to do, which is listening and talking with God, not talking to God.   Michele Blood ** 53:46 Yeah, that's why I I'm loving recording the new prayer app, because I explain to people what prayer actually is. It's not If you do this for me, God, I'll start, stop eating pizza, yeah? Or maybe trade off. So I teach people what prayer actually is, and it's, it's really the most sacred thing and beautiful thing, and it will uplift you, even if you just, I've got a section where they I'm praying for others, so they can just listen to any different topic of what type of prayer, but the main thing for me was explaining, doing the introduction of what prayer is and how to pray, because so many people have no idea what prayer really is, that communion with your higher self, and once you get to understand what that is, then you can hear that still, small voice you can literally hear through. Ah, your intuition becomes stronger you can and intuition is you being in tune with your higher self. And your higher self is omniscient wisdom. It created everything so it knows what. To tell you to do, and it will bring into your experience everything when you accept, when you can be open and receptive to receive and to give, just sort of let yourself go, just surrender to that divine Higher Self, when you can learn how to do that. That's another thing that I do on this prayer app is teach you what surrender really means and how you can do it. It's not taking your willpower away from you, because everyone that's a gift that we've been given. So we can make good choices in life, sometimes bad choices, but we can use our willpower to get ourselves out of that rabbit hole. So thank you for asking that. Michael, it's   Michael Hingson ** 55:41 extremely important to be able to do that. Well, you mentioned earlier that you had gifts for people listening to this podcast. Love it if you tell us about that,   Michele Blood ** 55:52 yes, yummy gifts. If you go to Michelle. Blood com, it's spelled M, I, C, H, E, L, E, B, L, O, O, O, d.com, forward slash unstoppable mindset. We've called that. We've made that link especially for Michael's podcast. Just for your people, they will get the audio version of one of my favorite books I've written called the magic of affirmation power audio book. They will get that for free, but in that audio book has tons of affirmations you can repeat after me, links to some of my music for free. You'll also get a six week mysticism course, and there are other things as well. I can't remember what they are right now, but they're all on that link.   Michael Hingson ** 56:37 But Michelle blood com slash unstoppable mindset. I thank you for the otter. Appreciate that. Well now if people want to come hear you, I know you do live events and you do zoom events and so on. How can we learn about that? How can people do that?   Michele Blood ** 56:57 Well, they can go to request Divine light.com to find out what is my next event, because I have free events, a lot a lot of free zoom events people can come to, and you'll just get to meet so many happy, lovely people from so many different countries. And we just have a blast together. And you'll be very, very uplifted after everyone, because everyone that comes on are just, we seem to be attracting, over the years, just people that are really, sincerely wanting a better life and to do it, to do good in the world. And I just love them all so much. So if they go to request Divine Light com, they can see where my next free event will be. I mean, it's on Zoom, but I mean when it will be   Michael Hingson ** 57:46 right? Request, divine light. Com, cool. Well, I really appreciate you coming on. And obviously people can go to Michelle blood, com, and there's a lot there, I would assume as well. So hopefully people will go, go check out everything that's there, and we'll take this seriously, because I think there is so much that you have offered. We've had a number of people on unstoppable mindset who talk about everything from reg a to Eastern medicine, meditation and and so many things. They all can't be totally wrong. So from my perspective, they are not wrong. But by the same token, it's fun to be able to get a chance to to have you on. We'll have to do this again, and I'm going to certainly go download the apps and put them on my nice little iPhone and start taking advantage of them. But I really appreciate you coming on and and being with us for an hour today. Well,   Michele Blood ** 58:51 Michael, thank you for the books that you've written and everything that you've done in the world. I just think you're just an inspiration and just a lovely, lovely man. So thank you. It's, it's lovely getting to know you. And I'm just going to tell everyone about these books, because they're amazing, well written as well. Just really, really good.   Michael Hingson ** 59:13 Well, thank you. So, when are you going to do a podcast? I'm going   Michele Blood ** 59:17 to do a podcast with a man called just I just had a brain fart. Thomas Miller, uh, at the moment, his podcast is called subconscious mind mastery, and he's interviewed me quite a few times. We met in person, and I love his outlook on life, about really not saying no to anything that's mystical. And so we're going to start one next year together. He's already got his own, but this will be a different one where we'll go a little deeper, a deeper dive into mysticism. I think we're going to call it well,   Michael Hingson ** 59:55 if he needs a guess for his existing podcast, if he has guests or. You guys have your podcast together. If you ever want a guest, I volunteer. So I'll just, Oh,   Michele Blood ** 1:00:05 I'll tell him today. Goodness, yes,   Michael Hingson ** 1:00:10 I'm, I'm always, I'm always open for that. Oh,   Michele Blood ** 1:00:13 I'll tell him today. Yeah, because you, I love you.   Michael Hingson ** 1:00:18 Well, I want to thank you for being here, and I want to thank all of you for listening. I hope you enjoyed this at least half as much as I did, hopefully as much as I did. This has been a lot of fun and educational, I think, in so many ways, to help us deal with our outlooks on life. I'd love to hear your thoughts about it. Please feel free to email me. Michael h i at accessibe, A, C, C, E, S, S, I b, e.com, or go to our podcast website, w, w, w, dot Michael hingson.com/podcast, and that's m, I, C, H, A, E, L, H, I N, G, s, o, n. So Michael hingson.com/podcast, and wherever you're listening, please give us a five star review. We really value your reviews. But of course, love the five star ones, so if we can, we would really appreciate it if you give us a five star review and and say, say good things about us and and go off and definitely visit Michelle's pages. And, of course, being very prejudiced, go to Michelle blood com slash unstoppable mindset and get some free gifts from her. And if you know of anyone who you think would be a good guest, and Michelle you as well. I'm always looking for podcast guests, so okay, don't hesitate to to refer people to us. We appreciate that a whole lot. So once again, I want to thank you for being here. Michelle, this has been a lot of fun. Thank   Michele Blood ** 1:01:45 you. Michael, God bless you. More love everyone. More Love   Michael Hingson ** 1:01:54   You have been listening to the Unstoppable Mindset podcast. Thanks for dropping by. I hope that you'll join us again next week, and in future weeks for upcoming episodes. 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This week's episode highlights the importance of continual growth and learning in the floral industry. Our guest, Pili, exemplifies this by consistently investing in her skills through workshops and collaborations with leading designers. She emphasizes the need for exploring new trends and refining techniques to perfect one's craft. A key theme in the conversation is Pili's ability to identify issues and opportunities, then rallying the community to fill those gaps. We dive into the flower market in Mexico City, where Pili shares fascinating insights, including the fact that the only outside flowers allowed in the country come from Holland. She stresses the importance of strong relationships with vendors and local farmers, emphasizing that business success is built on trust and partnerships. For those working with florals in Mexico City and its surrounding areas, Pili offers her expertise and is available as a resource to assist with sourcing, cargo, logistics, and both flowers and supplies. A deeply personal aspect of Pili's journey involves her experience with cancer, which led her to start Flower House Mexico—a non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for cancer charities. The unique workshop model at Flower House Mexico offers participants the chance to learn directly from floral designers in an intimate, hands-on setting over three days, diving deep into the creative and design process. Lastly, Pili reminds listeners of the importance of self-care—listening to your body, resting when needed, and pursuing ideas that resonate deeply with you. Takeaway: Keep investing in your growth, nurture relationships, and follow your passion—just like Pili does. Thanks to Accent Decor for being a sponsor again this year. Visit AccentDecor.com and be inspired. Learn more about today's episode and all of our past guests by visiting TheFlowerPodcast.com. Subscribe to The Flower Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. We are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and many more! If you have a minute, it would be great if you could leave a review wherever you listen to our podcast. You can also watch our conversations on YouTube, in addition to tip-filled videos and educational Lives. Be sure to subscribe to our channel so you don't miss a minute.

How California’s state and local governments act in the wake of the devastating wildfires will be a harbinger of whether America can deal with its housing issues. California’s housing crisis was dire before the Southern California wildfires were sparked. As Jim Burling has recounted in his new book, Nowhere to Live, half of the nation’s homeless population lives in California. And between 2020 and 2023, California’s homeless population increased by 5.8 percent.Some argue that this housing crisis has only been exacerbated by errant government policies like exclusionary zoning and restrictive permitting conditions because these stifle the production of affordable housing. Others contend, however, that these restrictions are necessary not only to promote the orderly development of California’s land, but also to help prevent and avoid destruction done by wildfires and other natural disasters.Now, after so much property has been razed to the ground, how are California’s state and local governments addressing the needs of displaced landowners? What effect will Gov. Newsom’s emergency orders suspending the California Coastal Act’s requirements have on rebuilding? Will the California Coastal Commission comply with the Governor’s directives and how will it respond to rebuilding efforts? What implications will California’s response to the fires have on housing going forward?Join a panel of expert scholars, Jennifer Hernandez, Ilya Somin, and Nolan Gray, who will address these questions and much more.Speakers:Nolan Gray, Senior Director of Legislation and Research, California YIMBY Jennifer Hernandez, Partner, Holland & KnightProf. Ilya Somin, Professor of Law, Antonin Scalia Law School, George Mason UniversityModerator: Stephen Davis, Senior Legal Fellow, Pacific Legal Foundation

Episode 265: Oculus (2013), Ghostland (2018). Plus, Wolf Creek 2, Holland, Baby Doll, Salem Horror Fest, and more. Time stamps below.  8:30 - Oculus 29:00 - Ghostland

On this episode of More Deadly, Rachel and Ariel don our wooden clogs and bonnets for a review of Holland, directed by Mimi Cave. So, was this movie a perfect marriage of theme and execution? Or do we want a divorce? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 115 to find out! What to watch before the next episode: Freaky Tales, directed by Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, Rachel and Ariel take a look at the short films of Mimi Cave. Support our Patreon to access longer episodes, early releases, live shows, and much more, all ad-free! Want to be a part of the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcast@gmail.com, or on our Facebook page! Follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and X @zgpodcasts and on TikTok @More.Deadly. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get the pod. If you're enjoying the show please consider taking a moment to rate and review our pod. Check out our sweet merch at Teepublic. The More Deadly theme music is “More Deadly” by Elizabeth Kyle & Eric Newell

The public can once again weigh in on plans for a historic lakeside lodge in the Swan Valley

Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Listen to Part Two of the Double Expresso here! In this exciting episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett dive into a stimulating conversation with Jaap Haartsen, the inventor behind Bluetooth wireless technology, and Jayme Cellitioci, the Senior Director of Education for the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Together, they explore the intricate relationship between creativity and innovation, emphasizing the critical role that skills play in transforming creative ideas into practical innovations. Throughout the discussion, the guests share insightful anecdotes on the journey of invention and reflect on the significance of inspiring creativity and problem-solving in educational settings. Listeners are treated to a fascinating tale of how Bluetooth became a ubiquitous technology, with Jaap sharing his experiences and lessons learned from leading innovation projects. The episode also highlights the power of mentorship and role models, as Jayme shares inspiring stories of how students are impacted by learning from real-life inventors like Jaap. This conversation offers educators valuable insights on promoting research, fostering curiosity, and engaging students in invention education, ultimately preparing the next generation for a future of creativity and innovation. Don't miss out on this compelling episode that fuels inspiring ideas and possibilities in education.   Guest Bio Jaap Haartsen is a 2015 inductee into the National Inventors Hall of Fame and is celebrated for leading the development of Bluetooth wireless technology. Originating from Holland, Jaap began his groundbreaking work in 1994, and his invention has since revolutionized modern connectivity, enabling billions of devices to communicate wirelessly worldwide. Jayme Cellitioci is the Senior Director of Education for the National Inventors Hall of Fame, where she leads the strategy and vision for dynamic invention education experiences that impact hundreds of thousands annually. With a background in marine science and authorship, Jayme plays a crucial role in integrating insights from top innovators into education, holding patents herself, and inspiring students and educators alike.   Eager to bring more creativity into your school district? Check out our sponsor Curiosity2Create.org and join their Creativity Network for Educators at Curiosity2Connect! Check out our Podcast Website to dive deeper into Creativity in Education! For more information on Creativity in Education, check out: Matt's Website: Worwood Classroom Cyndi's Website: Creativity and Education  

Paul and Erin cycle through the new releases THE ORDER, HOLLAND and NOVOCAINE before digging into some hot-and-buzzy TV series, including THE PITT, ADOLESCENCE, THE WHITE LOTUS and THE STUDIO.

In the 20th episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey is joined by John Metz, a product manager at Agile Defense, and Antonia Tzinova, the head of Holland & Knight's CFIUS and Industrial Security Team. The trio discusses the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in the industrial security space and its potential to help companies mitigate risks of Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI), insider threats and cybersecurity challenges. Mr. Metz touches on some helpful aspects of AI, such as automated red teaming, supply chain risk management and identifying potential intellectual property (IP) theft. However, he also clarifies that there are more dangerous uses of this technology, in particular deepfakes and autonomous malware development. Overall, the group agrees that AI needs to continue being used and developed and emphasizes that it should be viewed as a tool instead of a human replacement.

Tune into the NKY Spotlight Podcast! Today, the team from One Holland shares updates on their Downs of Nicholson development in Independence. Meggan Thompson of Dress for Success Cincinnati, also shares how you can support the nonprofits' vital work.The NKY Spotlight Podcast is powered by CKREU Consulting and sponsored by Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.

In the second hour of the Chase and Big Joe Show, former Titans Punter Brett Kern joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Titans and the upcoming NFL Draft. Brett also mentioned what the Titans should do with their number one overall pick and if Cam Ward is the guy for them. Later in the hour, Franklin High School band Director Dr. Holland shared the wonderful news of his band being invited to perform in the Tournament of Roses for the Rose Bowl Parade. Listen to hear more! To end the show, as always, with Celebrity Birthdays. Who do you think will win?

On this episode of More Deadly, Rachel and Ariel don our wooden clogs and bonnets for a review of Holland directed by Mimi Cave. So, was this movie a perfect marriage of theme and execution? Or do we want a divorce? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 115 to find out! What to watch before the next episode: Freaky Tales directed by Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, Rachel and Ariel take a look at the short films of Mimi Cave Support our Patreon to access longer episodes, early releases, live shows, and much more, all ad-free! Want to be a part of the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcast@gmail.com, or on our Facebook page! Follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and X @zgpodcasts and on TikTok @More.Deadly. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get the pod. If you're enjoying the show, please take a moment to rate and review our pod. Check out our sweet merch at Teepublic. The More Deadly theme music is “More Deadly” by Elizabeth Kyle & Eric Newell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Gene Hackman died last month at 95, Adam and Josh knew they owed the actor a Top 5. After knocking out a few blind spots and revisiting some favorites, they use their Top 5 Gene Hackman Scenes to try to get at what made the actor so special. Also, Josh reviews Nicole Kidman in HOLLAND, Michael Shannon's directing debut ERIC LARUE, and nominates the inventive (if "Memento"-inspired) new thriller GAZER for the Golden Brick. Plus, the Filmspotting Madness: Best of the 21st Century (So Far) Sweet 16. This episode is presented by Regal Unlimited, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits. (Timecodes will not be precise with ads; chapters may start early.) Intro (00:00:00-00:03:01) Top 5: Gene Hackman Scenes (00:03:02-00:34:14) Filmspotting Family (00:34:15-00:39:48) Reviews (JL): “Gazer,” “Eric Larue,” “Holland” (00:39:49-00:47:00) Next Week / Notes (00:47:00-00:53:54) Filmspotting Madness: Sweet 16 (00:53:55-01:18:11) Top 5 Hackman, cont. (01:18:12-01:48:28) Credits / New Releases (01:48:29-01:52:15) Notes/Links: -Filmspotting Madness https://www.filmspotting.net/madness -Ebert Interruptus: The Wizard of Oz https://www.colorado.edu/cwa/2025-schedule -Boulder Meetup RSVP https://forms.gle/ih5JasboFvMJQHYZ7 Feedback: -Email us at feedback@filmspotting.net. -Ask Us Anything and we might answer your question in bonus content. Support: -Join the Filmspotting Family for bonus episodes and complete archive access. http://filmspottingfamily.com -T-shirts (and more) on sale at the Filmspotting Shop. https://filmspotting.net/shop Follow: https://www.instagram.com/filmspotting https://letterboxd.com/filmspotting https://facebook.com/filmspotting https://letterboxd.com/larsenonfilm https://twitter.com/larsenonfilm https://facebook.com/larsenonfilm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's Empire Podcast sees the long-awaited return of one of our favourite guests, the wonderful British actor Will Poulter, who talks to Chris Hewitt about his role in the new movie, Death Of A Unicorn, playing a prize A-hole, and impromptu tongue-twisters. [20:38 - 33:28 approx]Another returning guest joins us this week, as the delightful Amber Midthunder sits down on Zoom with Amon Warmann to dive deep into her role in the new action comedy Novocaine. That interview does contain some spoilers, so tread carefully! [1:07:21 - 1:23:34 approx] Either side of those, Chris is joined in the podbooth by James Dyer and, for the first time in forever, Ben Travis as they discuss the videogames they'd like to see adapted into movies, review Death Of A Unicorn, Holland, Last Swim and The Most Precious Of Cargoes, and go deep on tons of movie news, including the casting of The Beatles, the Once Upon A Time In Hollywood sequel, and the sad news of the death of the great Val Kilmer.

We couldn't have imagined a more random episode to leave you with before spring break, but hopefully there's a little something for everyone here at Breakfast All Day. We begin with "The Friend," a warm and wise drama about grief, healing, and a 150-pound Great Dane. We don't totally agree on how well this movie works, but the dog is amazing. Starring Naomi Watts, Bill Murray, Carla Gugino and Ann Dowd. In theaters. Next up is the four-part anthology "Freaky Tales," from "Captain Marvel" filmmakers Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, returning to their indie roots. Pedro Pascal, Ben Mendelsohn, Jay Ellis, Dominique Thorne and Too $hort are among the stars of this intertwined homage to 1987 Oakland. In theaters. Finally, we catch up with "Holland," but you're welcome to avoid it. Nicole Kidman, Matthew Macfadyen and Gael García Bernal star in this overly familiar dark comedy about secrets lurking beneath the pristine veneer of small-town America. Streaming on Prime Video. No news this week because Christy's on vacation. But if you're a member of our Patreon, keep an eye out for our recap of "The White Lotus" season finale on Monday morning. Thanks for being here! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/  

What does it actually take to build a global empire? Tracy Holland's journey is proof that success is about showing up, and thinking bigger to scale faster. Thriving in business is about working SMARTER, finding your “who,” and making moves that SKYROCKET your ROI. The biggest lesson? Build the ladder so others can climb too. Resilience, strategy, and purpose light the way, but COMMUNITY keeps you there. In This Episode You Will Learn About:  How success is about being AUTHENTIC, no matter the stakes. Why every step should push you CLOSER to your goal. How PURPOSE and STRATEGY light the way, but COMMUNITY keeps you there. Find your “WHO” to skip the endless “how” and SKYROCKET your ROI. Resources + Links Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO's Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Tracy: @tracy_holland_mindset

Patrick and Rob may be through with the past, but the past ain't through with Patrick and Rob. Download this episode here.Listen to F This Movie! on Apple Podcasts.Also discussed this episode: Star Trek: Section 31 (2025), Kraven the Hunter (2025), Holland (2025), Den of Thieves 2: Pantera (2025), The Fabelmans (2022), Black Bag (2025),  The Rule of Jenny Pen (2025)

This week we discussed the creation of Polio, Stoping chemtrails and lots more #selfcare #awakening #corruptionAbout my Co-Host:Arnold Beekes Innovator, certified coach & trainer and generalist. First 20 years in technology and organizational leadership, then 20 years in psychology and personal leadership (all are crucial for innovation).============What we Discussed:  00:00 What we are discussing in this weeks show01:40 Our New YouTube Playlisthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrrMLlst0vA&list=PLFqrSUap0-GRPnrkVcarEIo8v5UVIWxRo02:00 What were on my other Podcast this week.02:45 The Earthquakes in Thailand & Myanmar06:30 The Ski Resort being Built in the War Zone Ukraine07:25 Signal exposed about bombing in Yemen09:15 The Bees & Beauty12:40 Ai Spotting Cancer better than Humans14:05 Elon Musks Culina Robot16:50 Addiction with ChatGPT18:30 Cheapest Place for Electricity and Bitcoin Mining19:15 Ai Digital Prison is Here22:20 New World Order23:45 Where are the Happiest Countries in the World26:25 Now 31 States Passing Legislation to Stop Chemtrails28:00 Ancient Healing Wisdom with the Kallaway30:30 Rockefeller Lab created Polio 32:20 Airpods Burning Your Brain36:10 Vaccine Damanges38:45 Don't Attack People with a Different belief System39:50 Turbo Cancer now seen in Children41:30 Know the Vitamins you Get have Quality ingredients43:50 Utrech in Holland and the Electricity Problem47:20 The Freedom of Information should the Chemtrails are for Climate Change49:00 The Chemails are causing the Sun to effect my eyes49:50 The people effecting our skies and Social Media Attacks52:00 You See what you Look forLinks for this Episode:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWcpp83q6ow&list=FLHU1wtiS9yHItxCBX1JKOXAhttps://emfhazards.com/Dr. Tina Peers talking about the damages to reproductive health.MHRA Public Assessment Report https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHTWd-SRNq2/====================How to Contact Arnold Beekes:https://braingym.fitness/https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnoldbeekes/===============Donations ⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/support/⁠⁠------------------All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants athttps://roycoughlan.com/------------------

Amanda is joined by Yasi Salek to create a new mini-genre called "Garbage Women," a list of mediocre to bad streaming movies starring the greatest actresses of our generation. Before officially forming the canon, they cover some recent releases that fit into the genre, ‘Holland' (2:54) and ‘Kinda Pregnant' (20:44). Then, they get into the list, working through the official criteria, discussing what they love and hate about these types of movies, and sharing their notes for future Garbage Women films (32:04). Host: Amanda Dobbins Guest: Yasi Salek Senior Producer: Bobby Wagner Video Producer: Jack Sanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices